Pennsylvania Dutch Council, BSA

Scouter Focus

  

  

The Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook and Eagle Scout Rank Application have recently been updated.  The Council Advancement Committee asks Scoutmasters and Life Scouts working on Eagle to make sure they are using the most up-to-date versions of these documents.  Out-of-date Eagle Scout Applications will be turned away when submitted to the Council Service Center.  In addition, a new document is available to help Eagle Project Beneficiaries understand the project process, the role of the Eagle Scout, and their role as the project beneficiaries.  Get these documents below:

 

Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook

 

Eagle Scout Rank Application

 

Navigating the Eagle Scout Service Project: Important Information for Project Beneficiaries.

  

  

 

 

Mark your Calendars. The Pennsylvania Dutch Council will hold is tri-annual Council Camporee May 2-4, 2014 at Long's Park in Lancaster. The event theme will be Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

 

  

Visit Hersheypark In The Dark and experience thrilling "roller ghosters," spooktacular attractions, and exciting holiday-themed live entertainment! Kids 12 and younger can also visit Hershey's Trick-or-Treat Adventure, starting at Hershey's Chocolate World and continuing deep inside Hersheypark in Treatville, our hometown village of sweets and treats.

All Hersheypark In The Dark rides and entertainment are included in your one-price admission.

  

We will be offering discount tickets again this year through our website.  Look for the update on our home page.

  

  

Regular (ages 9-54)               $25.85 (including amusement tax)

Jr/Sr (ages 3-8, 55+)               $16.85 (including amusement tax)

Herseypark Gate or Online Prices:

  

Thank you for your support!  

  

Save the Date for the 4th Annual Friends of Scouting Dinner and Silent Auction on Friday, November 1st, 2013 at 6:15pm at the Country Barn in Lancaster. The event is a great evening of fun and fellowship while helping to support local Scouting. Tickets for the evening include: local farm-grown buffet, wine and education from Award Winning Blue Mountain Vineyards and Cellars, music, dancing, and a silent auction.

           

Invite fellow Scouters, friends, coworkers to join you for this exciting evening. Registration forms for the event are also available on the Harvest Page.

 

Information on silent auction items will be available at www.padutchbsa.org in October.

 

            For more information on the event or if you are interested in getting involved contact Chris Styers at 394-4063 or cstyers@bsamail.org.

  

 

When: Saturday, November 2

Where: Bashore Scout Reservation

Time: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm (Lunch Provided)

 

For more information and registration instructions go to: Chainsaw Training

 

The PA Dutch Council Training Committee will be holding a number of trainings this fall to help leaders Be Prepared to offer the best Scouting Program Possible. Courses that are being offered include:

 

 

*   Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Specific (Indoor) Training

 

*   Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills/Webelos Outdoor Leader Skills Training

*   Venturing Leader Specific Training

               

For more information on each of these courses including dates, times, locations, and registration information go to: http://padutchbsa.org/training/upcoming-courses/

  

During 2012 more than 3,000 Scouts received $100 grants for their Eagle Scout service projects through the generosity of the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation. The Boy Scouts of America is pleased to announce that the foundation has offered to continue its support with a similar number of grants beginning in July 2013.

 

PA Dutch Council has reserved 25 grants for Eagle Scout Candidates. Grants will be distributed first come, first served upon application. Eagle Scout Candidates must have an approved Eagle Scout Project Proposal, plan to complete their project no later than April 30, 2014, and agree to the Scout Recipient Obligations. For more information on the Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact Grant program go to http://www.scouting.org/trailtoeagle.aspx .

 

To apply, download the Application below, complete it, and return it with all necessary attachments to PA Dutch Council Lowe's Project Follow-Up Volunteer George Lewis at gjlewis@ptd.net.

 

Scout Recipient Obligations

 

Lowes Grant Application

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Applications and resumes are now being accepted for individuals interested in serving as Summer Camp Director for J. E. Mack Scout Reservation (Camp Mack).   The Summer Camp Director position is a full time position during the summer operation season and part-time the remaining months of the year.

 

Duties: The Camp Director oversees all summer operations of Camp Mack and ensures that necessary planning and promotion takes place throughout the year for a successful summer program.  Other duties include:

•          Working with the Council Camping Committee to set and achieve camp attendance and financial goals
•          Recruiting, hiring, training, and managing the summer camp staff
•          Preparing and distributing all leader and parent information pieces and other necessary forms and paperwork
•          Managing program registrations
•          Planning and leading Summer Camp program promotion efforts
•          Overseeing the overall summer camp program
•          Managing camp financial matters including ordering needed materials and completing all necessary financial paperwork.

 

Requirements:  Applicants must be at least 21 years of age (25 or older is preferred).   The selected individual must be willing to attend a Camp Director certification course and must be willing to live on site during the summer period of operation

 

To Apply:  Please submit a letter of interest and an up-to-date resume to PA Dutch Council, BSA Attn: Mike Manner 630 Janet Ave. Suite B-114 Lancaster, PA 17601 by November 1, 2013

  

  

ATTENTION ALL PACKS, TROOPS & CREWS!!
You are invited to participate in the 10th Annual Haunted Trail Weekend at Bashore Scout Reservation. Troops and Crews will camp for the weekend while they prepare to "haunt" a portion of the trail. On Saturday night beginning at 6:30pm Cub Packs and family guests are invited to hike and ride the scariest trick-or-treat trail they've ever seen. Afterwards, refreshments are served at the Conference Center by the Parking Lot. This is intended to be an event that is fun for all ages- keeping in mind ageappropriate
activities and good clean fun in a safe environment.

  

  

  

The Venture Crew 212 proudly presents the 2nd Annual Macktoberfest Cub Scout Fall Festival & Recruitment Night!  The day is set for Wednesday, October 23, 2013 from 5:00 - 8:30PM at Camp Mack.

Some of the planned activities are: pumpkin decorating, Hay wagon rides, Pumpkin golf, a movie, costume judging, a spooky house and plenty of food!  So plan on coming out for a fun evening, and don't forget to wear your costume.

If you still have questions contact the event chairman, Darwin Davis at 717-669-1420.  This event is sponsored by Crew 212 / NYLT Staff.

  

  

 

Cooking For Crowds Food Safety Training is ideal for anyone who helps cook for large groups whether that is at Council, District, or OA events, for unit fundraisers, or even outside of Scouting at events like church picnics or dinners.  Learn how to help keep your patrons healthy and safe. This course will strengthen your skills in a wide variety of areas:

 

- Identify key reasons for food borne illness outbreaks

- Recognize high risk individuals

- Determine conditions for pathogen growth

- Discuss major food borne illnesses

- Identify correct methods for hand washing and glove use

- Practice calibrating thermometers

- Identify proper cooking temperatures for foods

- Define cleaning and sanitizing

 

There will be 3 opportunities to take this useful training this fall:

 

1.       Tuesday, October 29 - 6-10pm Grace Baptist Church - 1899 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603

 

2.       Wednesday, November 6 - 6-10pm Lebanon County Ag. Extension Office - Entrance off Rocherty Rd., near Cedar Crest High School, Lebanon

 

3.       Thursday, November 14 - 6-10pm Lampeter UMC - 1651 Book Rd Lancaster, PA 17602

 

For more information and for registration instructions go to: Cooking For Crowds Registration

  

Den Leader Position Specific Training is intended to provide Tiger Cub, Wolf, and Bear Den Leaders with the basic information they need to conduct successful den meetings. Participants will:

 

*             Learn about and how to use the resources available to help run a successful Cub Scout Den

 

*             Meet other Den Leaders and Experienced Scouters and share tips, tricks, and ideas

 

*             Learn how the Cub Scout Program Works

 

*             Learn about BSA rules and regulations

 

8 Opportunities for Training! Attend one session and be trained as a Tiger, Wolf, & Bear Den Leader.

 

Click this link for registration information and to see dates, times, and locations: Den Leader Training

  

 

For all contest rules and guidelines download the filer here: Camporee Patch Contest

 

All submissions are due by December 31, 2013.