 December, 2012 - Vol 6, Issue 12
|
|
|
Where to Get Information on Scouting Activities
Our Online Calendar, District Newsletters, the News Page on our Website are Your Primary Information Sources
By Tim McCandless, Scout Executive
You need information on activities and programs in Scouting and we want to deliver it to you in the fastest, most effective possible method. Use these resources for information on Scouting:
- Our Online Calendar is the one stop place for dates, times, location, and details about upcoming meetings and activities for your district and the council. Visit www.nwscouts.org and click on "Calendar" along the top menu bar. Use the drop down menu under the "Show Activities for:" title to select council activities or your district activities. If you want to see both district and council activities on the same calendar, click on "Select Other Calendars" then put a check on your district AND on "Inland Northwest Council". You can register for most activities online by using the online calendar, then selecting the activity you want.
- Your district produces a monthly e-newsletter that we link to below. Read your district newsletter each month for information on upcoming activities, trainings, and other resources.
- Visit our council website for "Featured News" on the homepage and click on "News" on the top menu bar for all current news items. "Featured News" has the most recent and significant news items that will appeal to the most unit leaders. The full "News" page has ALL current news items.
- And, of course, use this monthly e-Inlander, The Inlander, as your primary source of monthly news on Scouting. Be sure to read your district newsletter!
Messengers of Peace
Be Part of a New Global Scouting Initiative
Messengers of Peace is a global initiative designed to inspire millions of young men and women in more than 220 countries and territories to work toward peace. Using state-of-the-art social media, the initiative lets Scouts from around the world share community service projects that they've done and inspire fellow Scouts to undertake similar efforts in their own communities. The initiative is inspired by the World Scout Committee, administered by the World Scout Bureau, and driven by youth volunteers worldwide.
Learn more at www.scouting.org/messengersofpeace. See the international website at www.scoutmessengers.org. Scouts and leaders in your unit can earn the Messengers of Peace patch to put on your uniform.
Top Seller of the Inland Northwest Council
Frazier Sells $7200 in Popcorn
Eagle Scout Bryce Frazier of Troop 308, chartered by St. Joseph Catholic Church, is once again the top popcorn salesman of the year! This is the sixth year in a row Bryce has claimed top seller.
Bryce, age 14, has been selling popcorn since he started Scouting as a Tiger Cub Scout. Each year, he has exceeded the previous year's sales.
How does he do it? He has built a loyal customer base over the years. Each customer he delivers popcorn to receives a thank you note from Bryce. In fact, nearly all of his customers buy exclusively from him.
Bryce will be recognized at Scout Night with the Chiefs on December 15th as top salesman along with other Scouts who sold at least $1000 to join the first ever $1000 club.
To see the Top Ten Scouts (gross sales) click here.
Leave a little something under the tree for Scouting this year!
Support 1 Scout for 1 Year with a Gift of $175
There are few gifts that you can buy that will last a lifetime. Scouting is one of them. Please consider making a gift this holiday season to shape the character, health, and well being of youth in our communities. To donate please click here.
United Way Donors Plus Federal and State Employees Can Designate Your Donation to the Inland Northwest Council
Please consider designating a part of your gift to Scouting! Look for Boy Scouts of America or Inland Northwest Council in your donation brochure.
The United Way of Kootenai County does not fund the Inland Northwest Council through their allocation process. If you will be making a gift to the United Way in Kootenai County and would like to support Scouting, please designate your gift to the Inland Northwest Council or send your gift directly to one of the Scout Service Centers. Unless designated, your gift will not reach us. If you have questions please contact Chris Baker at chris.baker@scouting.org or 509-242-8235. |
|
|
Read Your District Newsletter |
|
Exploring & Latah
Stevens
|
|
|
|
Use Internet Advancement for Your Next Award Purchase
The Inland Northwest Council is moving in the direction of having ALL units using this online advancement system in the near future. Internet Advancement allows you to submit advancement records directly to your Scout's records at the Service Center. This is just one of the many benefits that come from using this system. To start using this great advancement tool today visit the Advancement & Recognition tab at www.NWScouts.org
Adopt a School Program
The BSA's Adopt-a-School program is an exciting new undertaking that will connect Scout packs, troops, and crews across the country with schools in their communities.The main goal of Adopt-a-School is to build strong, sustaining relationships with these schools, creating thousands of lasting community relationships across the U.S.
Go to www.bsaadoptaschool.org to register your unit, find out more and start participating.
|
|
Eagle Watching Cruises
Dec 28th and 29th
The Inland Northwest Council's eagle watching cruises are a great opportunity for your family to enjoy spectacular winter scenery and view dozens of Bald Eagles roosting and fishing on Lake Coeur D'Alene.
Don't miss out on awesome opportunity being offered at a special reduced rate to Scouting families. (Regularly $21.75 per person. Proceeds from the event help to support scouting in your community.)
Cruise Details:
December 30th and 31st
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Boarding at 9:30 at Boardwalk Marina in Coeur D'Alene
Youth 16 & Under: $12 Adults: $15
5 & Under FREE
Buy tickets at 509-325-4562 or online at www.nwscouts.org/cdacruise
340 Scouts Attend 1st STEM Merit Badge University
Scouts were able to attend four merit badge workshops from 28 different STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) related merit badges. Offerings included Nuclear Science, Composite Materials, Chemistry, Cinematography, and Space Exploration. A HUGE thanks to our committee chaired by Byron Jackson of Itron: George Johnson, Chuck Vensel, Doug Nelson, Joe Madsen, Bill LaRue, Shaun Brown, Ali Hemmelman, Barry Rettkowski, and to the 50+ merit badge counselors and instructors! Also, thanks to Itron, our lead sponsor, and our many merit badge sponsors.
See photos from both Saturdays on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/InlandNorthwestCouncil |
|
Scouting Night at Triple Play
December 21st
How does unlimited bowling, go-karts, bumper boats, and admission to an indoor water park sound for just $15? Pretty awesome... right? Come to Scout Night at Triple Play in Coeur D'Alene from 6:00 pm to close and take advantage of this great offer. Purchase tickets online at www.nwscouts.org/tripleplay
Lowe's Wants to Give you $100 for Your Eagle Scout Project! Free Money! 
ATTENTION ALL LIFE SCOUTS! Do you need a little extra money to help you with your Eagle Scout Project? Lowe's has given the council 33 $100 Discover Gift Cards to help you out. Apply for one now by going here. Offer only good on projects completed by the end of the year. The gift card can be used at any store. |
On the Horizon
Upcoming Events
|
Eagle Scout Banquet
January 5, 2013
Lincoln Center at 6:00 p.m.
Are You An Eagle Scout?
Celebrate with us as we commemorate the centennial of the Eagle Scout Award and the accomplishments of the 2012 class of Eagle Scouts. On January 5th all Eagle Scouts (Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!) are invited to the Inland Northwest Council's Annual Eagle Scout Banquet. This year the event is EXTRA SPECIAL due to the centennial of Scouting's highest award. It will be held at the Lincoln Center and a nice dinner will be served. We hope to see you there! If you are unable to make it we would hope that you might sponsor one of the 2012 Eagle Scouts and their parents on this night of honoring those that are exemplars of Scouting honor and leadership. CLICK HERE to learn more!
| |
Prepared for Life
Leadership Breakfast Series
Join corporate and community leaders at one of our annual leadership breakfast events this February. Now in its 10th year, the breakfast series features thought-provoking speakers and highlights Scouting impacts on youth in our communities.
Choose an event near you:
Thursday, February 21st
7:30am -9:00 am
Coeur D'Alene Resort
Friday, February 22nd
7:30am-9:00 am
Spokane Convention Center
Breakfast is Complimentary. Guests will be asked to make a pledge or contribution during the program to support Scouting. Please contact Dayna Reffner at Dayna@NWScouts.org for more information. | | Silver Beaver Nominations are due by December 14th
The Silver Beaver Award, presented annually is the highest award that a council can present to a volunteer. This award is for outstanding service to youth at the council level or for outstanding longtime service to youth by a registered Scouter residing within the Inland Northwest Council.
To nominate an outstanding Scouter for this prestigious award complete the "Silver Beaver Nomination" form and submit it to the Inland Northwest Council. The 2012 Silver Beaver Awards will be presented at the Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner on March 9, 2013.
To download the "Silver Beaver Nomination" form click here.
|
Takin' Care of Business!
Adult Leader Training Opportunities and Recharter Information
|
|
Adult Leader Training
Every Scout Deserves a Trained Leader
Are you trained for your current Scout position? Take advantage of our numerous scheduled training courses and visit our online learning center at www.myscouting.org. Scout leaders who receive training are more successful and Scouts who participate in programs run by trained Scout leaders stay in the program longer. Nothing has a bigger impact on our Scouts as much as a trained leader can!
Access the BSA online learning center
Council Training Calendar www.nwscouts.org/training
What training is required for your current Scouting position?
|
Council Annual Business Meeting
Wednesday, January 23rd, noon-1:30 pm, at the Red Lion Hotel | |
Executive board members, advisory board members, council members-at-large, district chairs, district commissioners, and chartered organization representatives are invited and encouraged to attend the council's annual business meeting either in person (cost: $20 for lunch) or via web conference. At this meeting, we will elect our 2013 council officers, executive board, advisory board, and foundation board, review progress towards our strategic plan, and complete other council business.
Please RSVP by January 16th. To RSVP for the meeting or to register for the web conference, please contact Dayna Reffner at 509-242-8241 or dayna.reffner@scouting.org. To register & pay with a credit card go to www.nwscouts.org/ABM |
| |
Charter Renewal:
Tasks & Steps to Success
Commissioners will be scheduling a unit time slot for one on one assistance. A commissioner or professional staff member will be calling the Committee Chair to begin filling time slots to review the paperwork, answer any questions and ensure no lapse in the youth and adult membership.
If you are new to the charter renewal process, please take the charter renewal tutorial at www.nwscouts.org/charter
|
Council Nominating Committee Appointed and Accepting Nominations for the Executive Board
Nominations due by December 21st | |
Council President Barry Baker has appointed Mark Neupert, executive board member, to chair the council's nominating committee. The nominating committee is responsible to nominate those to be elected at the council's annual business meeting: officers, executive board members, council members-at-large, associate members, advisory board members, national council representatives, and members of the council's endowment foundation board.
For nomination procedures click here.
|
| |
Schedule your Units 2013 Friends of Scouting Presentation Today!
Now is the time to Schedule your Units 2013 Friends of Scouting presentation. Each year units are asked to plan and conduct a Family Friends of Scouting presentation. Usually conducted at the February Blue and Gold banquet for Cub Scouts and the first quarter court of honor for Boy Scout troops, this ten-minute presentation provides families of Scouting participants the opportunity to support the local Scouting program financially. Schedule your Friends of Scouting presentation before December 31st by clicking here.
Scouting Heritage Society recognizes new members
Todd Shaw, author of "A Scout Is..." recently spoke to members of the Council's Heritage Society at a dinner held in their honor on November 14th at the Glover Mansion.
Established in 2002, the society recognizes individuals who have made gifts to the Inland Northwest Council Endowment Foundation.To find out more about how you can play a vital role in ensuring Scouting's proud heritage will continue please visit www.NWscouts.org/leavealegacy
This year more than $25,000 was added to the endowment to support Scouting in perpetuity!
Click Here for a list of 2011-2012 members
|
Camp Staff Employment
The Inland Northwest Council is seeking outstanding applicants for staff positions at each of its summer camps. Seasonal positions are available at Cub Country, Camp Easton, Camp Grizzly, and the North Idaho High Adventure Base. Qualified applicants will possess strong leadership, exceptional teaching skills and work well with youth. Paid positions are available for applicants age 16 and older in all areas of camp including: Aquatics, Shooting Sports, Food Service, Camp Craft, Handicraft, Ecology / Nature, Trading Post, Management, Medical.
Click here for a staff application.
|
|
2013 National Jamboree
July 12-25, 2013
Did you know that the Inland Northwest Council is sending a troop to the 2013 National Jamboree? There are only 6 spots left to be part of the first troop to attend the jamboree at its new home, the Summit. Click here to get more information about the Jamboree and to learn more of our council's plans for a once in a lifetime adventure!!!
For more information contact shaun.bawden@scouting.org
| |
NEW Whitewater Adventures for Your Unit Debut in 2013
We are pleased to expand the programs of the North Idaho High Adventure Base for your units whitewater needs. We are still offering our multiday trip of "Awesomeness" on the Salmon River. This trip includes 4 days and nights on the river and an amazing Jet Boat trip back up the river and after all that, a delicious BBQ dinner caps it off. We can even offer an optional day of hiking before the "wet" portion of the adventure begins. We are excited about the improved quality and safety of this mainstay of Inland Northwest High Adventure.
Click here to learn more.
Cub Country 2013
The theme for the 2013 summer season is "Super Hero Academy and the Hall of Core Values." Join us for family camps to Webelos resident camps as we have fun exploring the virtues of Scouting in the outdoors. For more informatin CLICK HERE!
|
 District News
Read Your District Newsletter for Important News for Your Unit |
|
Chief Kamiakin |
DeAnne Heflin, District Executive |
Whitman & Latah Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
| |
Chinook |
Bill Beaumont, District Director |
Spokane's South Hill, West Plains & Lincoln County |
Calendar |
|
| |
David Thompson |
Katie Wood,
District Executive |
Bonners & Boundary Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
| |
Exploring & Latah |
Josh Paparazzo, Senior District Executive |
Career & Workforce Development |
Calendar |
|
| |
Grizzly |
Dale Peters,
Senior District Executive |
Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Freeman |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
| |
Lewis Clark Trails |
Marlene Schaefer, District Director |
Asotin, Clearwater, Idaho, Nez Perce Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
| |
Old Missions |
Chris Petersen, District Director |
Kootenai, Benewah & Shoshone Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
| |
Stevens District |
Gerry Granum,
Director of Field Service |
Stevens County, North Spokane |
Calendar |
|
| |
Thunderbird |
Bill Beaumont,
District Director |
North Spokane & Spokane County |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
- Volunteer to be a merit badge counselor in your vocation or avocation. Contact Dayna Reffner, Program Support Secretary, at 1-800-945-4390.
- Volunteer on a district or council committee. Contact Gerry Granum, Director of Field Service, at 1-800-945-4390.
- Send a Scout to camp by donating a campership. Click this link to make an online donation or mail your gift to Campership Fund, 411 W Boy Scout Way, Spokane, WA 99201.
- Donate gently used uniforms to our uniform bank so that we can provide uniforms to families with financial hardships. Drop off at any of our three Scout Service Centers.
- Support One Scout for One Year as part of our iSupport1 Campaign. Click this link to support one or more Scouts this year for $175 each. Your gift will provide volunteer training, programs and activities, camps, leader support and more for one or more Scouts in 2012.
- Donate your Car to Support Scouting-whether it runs or not! We'll even haul it away-click the link for details.
- Support the future of Scouting with a gift to the Inland Northwest Council Endowment Foundation. Make a Memorial Gift in memory of a friend or family member, a Tribute gift in honor of an Eagle Scout or other outstanding individual or join the James E. West Society with a gift of $1,000 or more.
-
Support improvements at one or more of our camps by clicking here.
|
|
| |
|
Save 25% on Fall Apparel
Save 25% on Thorlo Socks |
- December 1-December 12th - 12 Days of Christmas
- New items on sale every day!
- Through December 6th - 25% Off Fall Apparel
- Through December 31st - Thorlo Socks - 25% Off
- Through December 15th come in and register for a chance to win a 4-foot Gift Stocking filled with Scout Shop items!!! Winner will be selected the following week and contacted to be able to pick up in time for the Holidays!
- Pinewood Derby season is here once again! We have stocked up on race kits and are ready for any requests regardless of quantity.
- Just a reminder that the Spokane Scout Shop will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (Dec. 24th & 25th).
| | |
|
|
|
