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The Knapsack - Feb. 19, 2015
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Beaver Days 2015 
Calling all Scouts, Scouting units and volunteers: We need you to join our Beaver Day project crew this spring. Come out and help us clean-up and spruce-up our camps after a long, long winter. Groups and individuals are welcome. Scouts of all ages are encouraged to attend, projects will be age appropriate. If you are a tradesman and have a special skill please let us know. Lunch will be served.
Here are the 2015 dates:
- Roosevelt Scout Reservation: March 28, 2015
- Pine Tree Education & Environmental Center: April 18, 2015
- Pine Hill Scout Reservation: May 16, 2015
There is no fee to participate, but registration is required to prepare appropriate projects and get accurate counts for food.
For more information and to register visit: http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/BeaverDay
Questions? Send email to: BeaverDay@GardenStateScouting.org
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 Venturing Officers Association Meeting - Feb. 24
All Venturing Crew members are invited to attend the next youth led Venturing Officer Association Meeting on Feb. 24. The VOA meets the fourth Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., Rowan Scout Resource Center. Learn about upcoming local, area and regional Venturing activities and events. Also get tips on the new Venturing Advancement Program. No RSVP required, just come join the fellowship and fun.
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Open BB Shooting for Cub Scouts - March 21 & April 18 
The Garden State Council Shooting Sports committee is hosting open shooting programs for Cub Scouts. These programs are conducted under the guidelines of the Boy Scouts of America and under approprate supervision. Four 75-minute sessions are available and there is a max of 16 Cub Scouts per session. Parents are required to attend with their son. Cub Scouts can register individually or with their den/pack. Fee: $5 per person, per session. Click here to register. |
Membership Grants of up to $1,000 Available to Units 
Does your unit have a great idea to boost membership, but doesn't have the funds to make it happen? The Garden State Council is happy to announce the availability of 2015 Unit Membership Grants! The growth of Scouting starts with strong units. We are looking for the most original, out of the box ideas to get families excited about Scouting, and ultimately enroll more youth in the Scouting program. Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded per unit.
For more information go to www.gardenstatescouting.org/membership-grants.
To download the requirements and application click here.
Applications must be submitted by March 15 and units will be notified by April 1.
Applications must be sent to grants@gardenstatescouting.org
Questions? E-mail grants@gardenstatescouting.org
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 Time to Register for Summer Camp!
Whether your Scout is into spy games, robots, knights or mysteries, GSC Summer Camps have something for everyone! For more information go to: www.gardenstatescouting.org/SummerCamp
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Celebrating 100 Years of the Order of the Arrow - March 13 & 14
The New Jersey Scout Museum (NJSM) invites all Scouting families and units to a free open house and celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Order of the Arrow on March 13, 6-9 p.m. and March 14, 4-7 p.m., NJSM, Morganville, NJ. Please RSVP to 732-862-1282. Visit the website www.njsm.org |
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Last Chance to Register for Scout Recognition Dinner - March 15 
Registration has been extended, but don't wait and miss your chance to attend the Eagle Scout Class of 2014 Career Recognition Dinner, March 15, Lucien's Manor, Berlin, NJ. Career Mentors are still needed.
Click here to register, or for more information visit: visit http://www.GardenStateScouting.org/EagleDinner
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 Old Colony District Dinner - March 25
Registration is now open for the Old Colony District Recognition Dinner
Wednesday, March 25, 6 - 9 p.m., Gambi Caterers, 595 Princeton Blvd., Oak Valley, NJ. The cost is $27 per person. Please submit nominations for district awards by March 2. Click here for the online registration and the generic awards form. For additional awards forms visit www.gardenstatescouting.org/old-colony
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 Quakesen District Camporee - April 24-26
Save the Date: Enjoy a weekend of "Olympian" activities and competition during this Camporee at Rancocas State Park. Merit Badge offerings (partials only) include: Conservation, First-Aid, Communications, and more. Fees: $18 per Scout, $10 per Adult ($5 late fee/per person after March 1). Click here for the Leaders Guide and to register online. |
 "Say What?" Cub-o-Ree - April 25 - 26
Communication through the ages is the theme for this Quakesen District sponsored Cub-o-Ree. Join us for food, fellowship and fun at the Pine Tree Education and Environmental Center. This event is open to ALL Garden State Council Scouts. Space is limited! Visit www.gardenstatescouting.org/quakesen for the flyer, prices and more information and click here to register online. Please register by March 28. |
Quakesen District Dinner - May 1
The Quakesen District Committee will be hosting the Annual District Recognition Dinner on May 1, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 125 Garden St., Mount Holly, NJ. Join us for a night of fun, fellowship, recognition and a great dinner catered by Christopher's. Cost: $25 per person. We will also be recognizing some of the best leaders in our district. Now is your chance to submit nominations for a variety of awards. Deadline for award submission is March 31. Click on these links for the awards list and the nomination form or visit www.gardenstatescouting.org/quakesen
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 Lion Patches are here! The Lion patches are available at both Scout Shops for $1.99 each for those units that have an active Lion program. There are only 100 at each store, so please purchase only what you need to serve your current membership.
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2015 Camperships are available: Deadline to apply - March 16 at 5 p.m. 
Attending Summer Camp is the pinnacle of any Scouting experience, but for some families the cost might put camp out of reach. The leadership of the Garden State Council recognizes this issue and offers special funding in the form of Camperships to help defray the costs for families in need. To apply for a "Campership" and for details on the review process go to: http://www.gardenstatescouting.org/Camperships
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Volunteering at Summer Camp: A Special Thank You! 
It has been about 6 months since our 2014 summer camp programs have come to a close. We would like to take this moment to reflect back on the many great experiences and offer a sincere "Thank you!" to all of those who volunteered their time to help make the 2014 summer camp season a great success!
Planning is currently underway for another exciting summer with many fun, innovative and new programs being developed. We are looking forward to continuing to work with all of you: the parents who plan to volunteer a week of your time to attend camp with your son, and share in the experience that makes a positive, life-long impact on each Scout who participates.
Would you like to volunteer? Be sure to visit the link below and select "Register Today!" This is the same link you can use to register your son for camp as well. At the link below, you will also find information about all of our 2015 summer camp programs and how you can contact us should you have any questions.
www.GardenStateScouting.org/SummerCamp
Thank You!
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To find out about the latest sales and specials check out our Winter 2015 Sale Flyer
and our Garden State Council Scout Stores Facebook page.
Questions? Contact: Alyssa at the Westampton Store (609) 261-5850 x 219
Or Teresa at the Millville Store (609) 327-1700 x 110.
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