 January, 2013 - Vol 7, Issue 1
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Prepared for Life - Leadership Breakfast Series
Friday, February 22nd Thursday, February 28th
7:30 am -9:00 am 7:00 am -9:00 am
Spokane Convention Center Coeur d'Alene Resort
Breakfast is complimentary.
Contact Robin Waller at 509-242-8248 or at Robin.Waller@Scouting.org
Join corporate and community leaders at one of our annual leadership breakfast events this February. Now in its tenth year, the breakfast series features thought-provoking speakers and highlights Scouting impacts on youth in our communities.
Chris Kopczynski
Mountaineer & Scouter
Chris is President of KOP Construction Company
Member of 20 major mountaineering expeditions including two ascents of Mt Everest. Chris became the 9th American to climb Everest and has gone on to climb the seven highest summits on each of the continents.
Rob Mckenna
Eagle Scout & Two-term Washington State Attorney General
Worked diligently to make communities safer, protect consumers and businesses, and promote integrity in government. An Eagle Scout himself, Mckenna is an advocate for youth serving on the board of the Chief Seattle Council.
Austin Rehkow
Eagle Scout
Now a senior at Central Valley High School, Rehkow set a new state record by blasting a 67 yard field goal and beating the NFL's field goal record by 4 yards.
Scout Sabbath
Celebrate Scout Sunday with your unit
In February, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts across America celebrate Scout Sunday in honor of a Scout's "Duty to God" and his commitment to the Scout Law that says "A Scout is Reverent."
This year Scout Sunday will take place on February 3rd.
How can you participate?
- Place a notice in the church bulletin. The Council will provide you with FREE custom program inserts for Scout Sunday. (Learn more at www.NWscouts.org/scoutsunday)
- Have Scouts attend as a Troop, Pack, Den or individually with their parents
- Coordinate a date with your Charter Partner if a religious institution charters your unit. If your unit is not chartered by a religious institution, then arrange for attendance at an area religious institution of your choice.
- Work between the Religious Institution and Unit to coordinate any program or participation ideas such as: Saved pews. Quiet observance by the Unit. Any active participation such as prayer, report, or presentation of Charter
Additional Week Added at Camp Grizzly
We have opened up a sixth week at Camp Grizzly on August 4 -10. So another week of a camp famous for its Shooting Sports, Mountain Biking and ATV program. We invite you to seize upon the glimmer of hope that your Troop can still attend Camp Grizzly in 2013. Space is limited. Act now to add adventure of awesome proportions to your summer. Don't delay, the magic of this Christmas miracle goes away when this last week fills up. If you cannot make it in 2013, remember that the Troops of the Inland Northwest Council can make reservations at both Camp Grizzly and Camp Easton for the 2014 season starting January 2nd and the out-of-council Troops start mid-July.
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Read Your District Newsletter |
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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.
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Leadership Summit 2013
It Takes an Entire District
to Serve a Unit
Join us at the 2013 Leadership Summit at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints located at 732 West Indiana Ave in Spokane.
Check in begins at 9:00am and we will begin at 9:30am.
Attend to find out more about the Unit Service Plan, strategic planning and the 2013 Journey to Excellence!
- The Unit Service Plan is a simple concept that helps Units improve the Journey to Excellence quality standards which will provide our youth a better quality program.
- Empowered Unit Commissioners analyze Unit program using the Journey to Excellence standards, then bring the resources of the Council and District to the Unit. That resource is you, the district volunteer that can help maintain and create quality programs for youth.
Register by sending in the registration form by fax to (509)242-8233 or mail to 411 W Boy Scout Way, Spokane, WA 99223 or register online at www.NWScouts.org
Get your registration form here.
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Unit & District Tools
A New Resource for Volunteers is Here!
Unit/District Tools is a resource to help the district and units' Key 3 communicate with their leaders and families. You can send out announcements, send out your calendar, and manage your roster - all in one spot.
Simply log into www.myscouting.org and it will redirect you to the Tools website. Once you're there, click on your toolkit and select your tool (announcements, calendar, roster management). Simple instructions will walk you through the process.
Go in, check it out and start using it! New releases to this site are coming and you can see what they are by clicking on the link on the upper right corner of your dashboard.
Who are the Unit Key 3? For units it is the top leader, the committee chair and charter organization representative and only these 3 people will have access to this tool. Who are the District Key 3? It is the District Chairman, District Commissioner and District Executive.
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On the Horizon
Upcoming Events
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College of Commissioner Science
The Inland Northwest Council will host a new and improved commissioner college on Saturday, March 23rd, location to be announced. The purpose of the college is to advance Commissioner skills by learning through science degrees meeting national requirements and recognition. This program is for all Scouters in commissioner service. Please contact Chancellor Chris Kaplan at (509)251-3796 or Gerry Granum, Director of Field Service (509)242-8248 if you would like to assist in any way.
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Camp Staff Employment
Interviews
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.
February 22, 2013 Clarkston Service Center
February 23, 2013 Spokane Servi ce Center
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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 Robin Waller at 509-242-8238 or robin.waller@scouting.org. To register & pay with a credit card go to www.nwscouts.org/ABM
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Takin' Care of Business!
Adult Leader Training Opportunities and Recharter Information
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Adult Leader Training
Every Scout Deserves a Trained Leader
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Youth Retention
The Boy Scouts of America requires Youth Protection training for all volunteers. The purpose of this policy is to increase awareness of this societal problem and to create even greater barriers to abuse than already exist in Scouting.
New leaders are required to take Youth Protection training before submitting an application for registration. The certificate of completion for this training must be submitted at the time the application is made and before volunteer service with youth begins.Youth Protection training must be taken every two years.
Click here to learn more.
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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.
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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!
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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 3 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
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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.
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 District News
Read Your District Newsletter for Important News for Your Unit |
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Chief Kamiakin |
DeAnne Heflin, District Executive |
Whitman & Latah Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Chinook |
Crystal Loomis, District Executive |
Spokane's South Hill, West Plains & Lincoln County |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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David Thompson |
Katie Wood,
District Executive |
Bonners & Boundary Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Exploring & Latah |
Josh Paparazzo, Senior District Executive |
Career & Workforce Development |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Grizzly |
Dale Peters,
Senior District Executive |
Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Freeman |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Lewis Clark Trails |
Marlene Schaefer, District Director |
Asotin, Clearwater, Idaho, Nez Perce Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Old Missions |
Chris Petersen, District Director |
Kootenai, Benewah & Shoshone Counties |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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Stevens District |
Gerry Granum,
Director of Field Service |
Stevens County, North Spokane |
Calendar |
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Thunderbird |
Bill Beaumont,
District Director |
North Spokane & Spokane County |
Calendar |
Newsletter |
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- 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.
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Support improvements at one or more of our camps by clicking here.
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Save on Select Scout Shop Items
All items limited to quantities on hand. Sale ends January 17, 2013 |
- Boy Scout fieldbook 4th edition $7.88
- Scoutmaster handbook $7.98
- Boy Scout Book- Centennial History $82.94
- Invitation Eagle Scout Cards 50/pack $2.44
- Holiday asst. boxed cards $6.50
- Checkbook Holder $8.44
- Youth Cub Scout Jeans $5.88
- Trektek Jackets $89.88
- Washable wool jacket (green) $37.66
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