Pacific Skyline Council, Boy Scouts of America

Scouting News You Can Use - Week of May 9, 2016

EVENT SIGNUPS CLOSING SOON

* Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner - May 12 Click here
* Cub-On Family Camping - May 13-15 Click here
* Cub Day Camp filling up quickly, sign up now! Click here

NEWS

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. Can't make it to the dinner but want to help? Donate here!

Order of the Arrow Meeting/Banquet - June 4

Attention all OA members! The annual lodge business meeting (OA officer elections) and banquet will be held on Saturday, June 4th at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Redwood City. The business meeting will begin promptly at 5:00pm followed by the banquet at 6:30pm. Youth members, come to run for lodge office and have your vote count! Highlighting the banquet will be our Vigil Honor call out and Founder's Award presentations. Click here to register, or register to pay at the door here.

1 Philmont Trek Spot Available - July 10-23

We need to fill 1 spot for the Council's Philmont Trek contingent. The trek is 83 miles over 12 days, classed as 'Super Strenuous' but seems to be on the easier end of the range. Most days are 6-8 miles with a couple of 12 mile days. 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.

Day Camp Staff Opportunities

Would you like to be on staff at this summer's Camp Ta-Ki-Ma (Cub Scout Day Camp)? Fill out the online application here. Learn more about Camp Ta-Ki-Ma here. See you this summer!

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!

Historical Exhibit Celebrating Camp Oljato's 75th and Boulder Creek's 50th Anniversaries - Foster City Service Center

The display cases at the Foster City Service Center are filled with colorful and interesting memorabilia from Camp Oljato that is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year, and Boulder Creek Scout Reservation that is marking 50 years. Camp Oljato was established in 1941 as the summer camp for the newly organized Stanford Area Council. Seeking a closer location for year-round camping, in 1966 the council purchased the property for Boulder Creek Scout Reservation in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The exhibit runs through July 2016.

We'll Be Closed . . .

Mon, May 30 for Memorial Day

The Palo Alto Service Center & Shop will be closed.
The Foster City Service Center & Shop will be closed.
Click here for locations and regular hours.

ACTIVITIES

Cub-On - 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.

Exploring Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle - May 21

Come enjoy a spaghetti dinner including salad, bread, beverages, and dessert! Children $5, adults $10. Location: Pacifica Moose Lodge, 4-8pm. Supports the Pacifica Police Explorers. Click "Download Flyer" button for more info. Learn more about our Exploring programs.

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.

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.

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!

Exploring Car Show - June 4

The South San Francisco Police Explorer post is having a car show which includes a BBQ, raffles, music, dunk-a-cop booth, and a kids' bicycle rodeo. Location: Produce Alley Sports Tavern in SSF. Supports SSFPD Explorers and PAL Youth. Click "Download Flyer" button for more info. Learn more about our Exploring programs.

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.

Cutter Summer Camp 2016

At Cutter we have an excellent summer camp with programs geared for all ages and stages. While at camp, Scouts can work on earning a number of merit badges, as well as swimming in the pool, riding ATV's, and testing themselves on our awesome COPE course! We have a great First Year "Transitional" program for those new to Scouting. Scouts that want to attend individually (called provisional Scouts) are also welcome and can join our Baden-Powell Patrol while at camp.

Oljato Summer Camp 2016

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.

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, crews, and in other situations. Key concepts focus on what a leader must BE, KNOW, and 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

TRAINING

NRA Range Safety Officer - June 4

This course is designed to give students the basic skills, knowledge and attitude necessary to run a range safely.

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.

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.

Youth Protection Training - June 7

Need your Youth Protection Training? Or has it been 2 years and you need to renew? Click here to register.

- Monthly Training -

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.

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.

- Other Training -

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?

Check with our neighboring councils:
San Francisco Bay Area Council to the north, and
Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council to the south.

Pacific Skyline Council
Boy Scouts of America
(650) 341.5633
www.pacsky.org

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