Pacific Skyline Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaScouting News You Can Use - Week of May 16, 2016
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EVENT SIGNUPS CLOSING SOON
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Great News, Camp Oljato's Lake is 100%!
We've made it through the drought and Huntington Lake is at 100% capacity! You will be able to bring your gear in on the barge, and we will have our full aquatics programs including this year's new activities: waterskiing and log rolling. To sign up for summer camp, click here and scroll down to the blue button. See you at Camp Oljato!
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Sea Scouts Open House Cruise - June 4
Come cruise the San Francisco Bay on our boat, the Olympic Venture. We'll meet at the Port of Redwood City, 675 Seaport Blvd, at 11:30am, returning at 3pm. Lunch will be provided. All Scouts and parents welcome. RSVP to dorc@sssintrepid.org. The Intrepid Crew is open to young men in grades 8-12 to join.
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Thank You for the Grill, Pack 76!
Pack 76 of Los Altos has donated a new grill for the fire circle at the Lucie Stern Center in Palo Alto! The grill is for any unit to use if they have the fire circle reserved for an event. It is not available to take off the premises. It is a four-burner gas grill with a side burner that can also be used as a griddle. Very nice machine! There is a five gallon propane tank with the unit. We will ask that if a unit kills it, they fill it. They are also welcome to bring their own tank to ensure that they will not run out mid-grill. Pack 76 broke it in with some awesome hamburgers, salmon burgers and dogs at their end of year BBQ. Very exciting event.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Summer Camp Staff 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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Buy 2 Pairs, Get 25% Off - Now thru June 18
Any Thorlo or Experia Socks, BUY 2 PAIRS, GET 25% OFF! Foster City location only. Scout Shop locations.
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Mon, May 30 for Memorial Day
The Foster City Service Center & Shop will be closed. The Palo Alto Service Center & Shop will be also be closed on Sat, May 28. Click here for locations and regular hours.
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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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Camp Oljato Work Parties - May 27-29 + more
Camp Oljato Work Parties Every year we need help getting the camp ready for the summer and then ready for winter. We provide meals and lodging for all volunteers, while volunteers get a weekend in the High Sierras, comradeship, and sense of accomplishment.
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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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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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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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"Sail on the Bay" aboard a Sea Scout Ship! A fun-filled introduction to our Sea Scouting program for Cub Scouts and their families, participants take a 1� hour cruise around San Francisco Bay while learning about the Bay's tidal habitat, and basic ship safety and operations.
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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.
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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. Weeks 4 & 6 are FULL.
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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, 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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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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