Pacific Skyline Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaScouting News You Can Use - Week of April 18, 2016
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EVENT SIGNUPS CLOSING SOON
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Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner - May 12
Celebrating leadership, achievement, and STEM education in Scouting, our families, and community!
Pacific Skyline Council is delighted to introduce Wendy Young and Mark Convery as our 2016 Distinguished Citizens Award honorees. Join us at Crowne Caba�a Hotel in Palo Alto to honor them! Learn more here.
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2 Philmont Spots Available - July 10-23
We need to fill 2 spots for the Council's Philmont 12-Day Trek contingent. Total cost is $1417 ($880 trek, $400 airfare, $125 ground transport, $12 overnight on Saturday). Interested? Contact Jason Dugan at jason.dugan@scouting.org or (650) 341-5633 x101.
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Summer Camp Employment Opportunities
Looking for Summer or Seasonal Employment? Summer Camp and year-round seasonal employment at camp can be rewarding, enjoyable and fun. To see our wide variety of opportunities for ages 21 and over, 18 and over, 16 and over, 14 and over, click here. See you this summer!
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Chartered Organization Rep Training - June 7
While the COR position may not require much of your time, there are several responsibilities related to the position. We would like to provide you a better understanding of what your role is in Scouting by inviting you to a short training. Click here to register.
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District Committee Training - June 7
Do you know what the six responsibilities are of a District Committee? If you are currently a member of one of the district committees you'll want to know what your district committee does. Or you might want to become involved at the district level to assist in making your district more successful. Click here to register.
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Which Health Forms for Outings?
Having fun is important to everyone in Scouting--and so is your safety and well-being. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record is the first step in making sure you have a great Scouting experience. So what do you need?
Parts A & B for:
Outings shorter than 72-hours such as: Cub-ON and Cub-Parent Weekend.
Parts A, B, & C for:
Outings longer than 72-hours such as: Boy Scout resident Camp, Webelos Resident Camp, High Adventure Camp and 50-milers. Note: Part C includes a physical from a medical professional.
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Get-Ready-for-Camp Events - Sat April 23 & 30
Summer Campers, it's that time again. It's the perfect event for Scouts and parents to get all their camp questions answered and see the latest gear available for making the most of camp. You'll also SAVE 25% ON CAMP GEAR during the event! There's no better time to get prepared, so plan to join us in Foster City and get your free Summer Camp Packing List...the fun begins at 9:30am. Contact the Peninsula Scout Shop for details. The Fine Print - 25% savings offer is available for camp gear retail purchases in-store during the day of the event only. Excludes wall tents, clearance items and gift cards. Not valid on previous purchases or orders. May not be combined with another offer.
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Vote for Your Favorite Ta-Ki-Ma Patch - Ends April 30
Vote on your favorite design for the 2016 Camp Ta-Ki-Ma (Cub Day Camp) patch! We have three Cub-created designs to choose from. Download the ballot here and return to the Peninsula Scout Shop in Foster City.
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Mon, May 30 for Memorial Day
The Palo Alto Service Center & Shop will be closed. The Foster City Service Center will be closed. The Foster City Scout Shop will be OPEN. Click here for locations and hours.
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Pinewood Derby at Hillsdale Mall - May 7
Come to Redwood District's Pinewood Derby Finals Race at Hillsdale Mall! Top cars from local Cub Scout packs will race. There will be a limited Outlaw Race Class.
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Cub-On - April 22-24, May 13-15
Cub-ON is a great introduction to Cub Scout "family camping" ;and the natural beauty of our coastal area!
Rustic Cutter Scout Reservation is located in the Santa Cruz mountains in a lush redwood forest. All meals are provided in our dining hall with trained staff at each of our activity areas.
Includes: meals, hiking, fishing, boating, archery, BB Guns, crafts.
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Memorial Day Grave Decoration - May 28/June 4
Join us on Sat, May 28 to plant flags at Golden Gate National Cemetery to pay tribute to these gallant men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. Flag take down is June 4.
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Cub-Parent Weekend - June 4-5
Two-days, one-night weekend camping experience at Boulder Creek Scout Reservation for the Scout and his parent or other adult. Sign up for one night of camping or come just for the day. The themes change with each session. Includes: meals, theme-related crafts, games, archery, BB guns, swimming, and campfire program.
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Camp Ta-Ki-Ma (Cub Day Camp) - June & July
Get your son outside with time-honored Scout experiences like Archery, Crafts, Sports and Games. Have fun with science, nature, crafts, and much much more! This year's theme is: Take Flight!
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Webelos Resident Camp - July 13-16
Webelos get a "sneak peek" into the wonderful world of Boy Scout Camp and a parent gets to enjoy a unique camping experience with their Scout. Campers will have the opportunity to earn a wide variety of activities designed to help them complete their Webelos Adventures. Exciting aquatics activities including rowing and canoeing are offered. Webelos can participate in hands-on "Trail to First Class" skills including fire building and cooking their own meal.
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Hurry! Sign-ups for Oljato's 75th Anniversary Summer Camp are filling up faster than last year! For 2016 we are adding fun historical programs (including log rolling) as well as some new programming (including horseback riding and waterskiing) in honor of Camp Oljato's 75th anniversary! Secure your spot NOW.
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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) - June 18-24
An exciting, action-packed program provides youth with leadership skills and experience they can use in their troops and in other situations. Key concepts focus on what a leader must BE, what he must KNOW, and what he must DO, and are taught with a clear focus on HOW TO. The skills come alive during the week as the patrol goes on a Quest for the Meaning of Leadership.
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VenturingFest 2016 - July 31-Aug 5
You are invited to the first national gathering of Venturers! This special Scouting event at the Summit Bechtel Reserve will be the first ever national gathering of Venturers at a BSA high-adventure base.
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2017 National Jamboree Registration is Open!
Don't miss the most exciting Scouting event of 2017. Travel to West Virginia to experience the best that Scouting has to offer. Pacific Skyline Council is sending two troops and a co-ed crew to West Virginia. 14 days filled with white water rafting, zip lining, kayaking, patch trading, stadium shows, merit badges, and fun. Make new friends from around the world and share in the excitement that is the Scouting movement. For more information or to signup go here: www.pacskyjambo.org.
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Summit Experience - Summer 2016
Are you looking for something really exciting for your senior Scouts in the summer of 2016? Would they be interested in skateboarding, BMX, canopy tours, zip lining, stand up paddleboarding, kayaking, water reality obstacle course, shotgun, crossbows, climbing and rappelling! See the video here. Check out The Summit Bechtel Reserve, Scouting's newest high adventure base in the hills of West Virginia. The Summit has programs for Scouts 13 years of age and older that allow a Scout to participate in many of these activities. Contact Summit Ambassador, Pamela Swain at pswain@aimlp.com.
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1-Day Aviation, Weather, Astronomy Merit Badge Programs at Hiller Museum
Boy Scouts can complete their Aviation or Weather Merit Badges at Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos. Click "Learn More," then scroll down for info.
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Cub Scout Leader-Specific Training - May 3
These courses are intended to provide Cub Scout leaders at all levels with the basic information they need to conduct a successful Cub Scout program.
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USA Basic Archery Instructor - May 7
These courses are intended to provide Cub Scout leaders at all levels with the basic information they need to conduct a successful Cub Scout program.
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NEW! Life-to-Eagle Class - Monthly
This new class is for Life Scouts, their parents, and Eagle advisors. Click the "Learn More" button then scroll down for more info.
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Merit Badge Counselor Orientation - Monthly
The merit badge counselor is a key player in the Boy Scout advancement program. As a merit badge counselor, your mission is to join fun with learning.
District Roundtables - Monthly
Find out more about what's going on and where to go for information. Open to all leaders and interested adults. Click the "Learn More" button then scroll down for more info.
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Philmont Training Center - Cimmaron, NM
The Philmont Training Center is the only national volunteer training center for the Boy Scouts of America. All registered Scouters are invited to attend training center courses.
Looking for More Training Courses?
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