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Kids Are Better off in Scouting!
On May 23rd, 1,232 voting members of the Boy Scouts of America voted on a resolution that maintains its current membership policy for all adult leaders and states that youth may not be denied membership in the BSA on the basis of sexual orientation or preference alone. However, the new policy establishes a clear behavioral standard. The resolution passed with 757 votes, a 61 percent majority. This change in policy does not go into effect until January 1, 2014.
The new policy has generated a great many questions requiring a response. Please read this article that clearly articulates the new policy and the anticipated impact it will have on local units and members. More details will follow in the coming months.
Sexuality is not a part of the Scouting program: it never has been and it will not be in the future. This resolution does not change that. The change does not allow for homosexual activity in Scouting, does not endorse homosexuality, prohibits promotion of any agenda or lifestyle, upholds a Scout's Duty to God, and makes a stronger statement than the BSA has ever made that we consider sexual activity (heterosexual or homosexual) by youth of Scouting age to be inappropriate and contrary to Scouting virtues. There is no change to the adult leadership requirements: open or vowed homosexuals may not be selected at leaders in Scouting.
Kids are better off when they are in Scouting. We can only positively influence the lives of a young man when he is in the program. I want more youth in the Inland Northwest to have great role models like you. This resolution allows us to serve youth while they learn and grow and, sometimes, go through very difficult and confusing times in their lives, while preserving the virtues of Scouting that our organization was founded on. We are so grateful for you and your support of Scouting. Please stay with us!
Yours in Scouting,
Tim McCandless
Scout Executive/CEO
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NEW Features Now Available in "My Scouting Tools"
BSA is excited to introduce new features that are now available in MyScouting Tools. They include:
A new Organization Profile tool for displaying and managing information. It displays unit information that identifies chartered organizations and their representatives, and allows entry of unit social media contacts (Facebook and Twitter).
NEW Roster Manager allows roster views by adult, youth or unit, and filter by position.
Print membership card(s) for paid and other positions within their organizations.
Visit www.myscouting.org to learn more and use the new tools!
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New Popcorn Campaign Offers More Products, Prizes, Affordability, and the Tins Are Back!
Now that unit leaders, Scouts and parents have taken in the Michael Beck presentation, "Selling $10,000 in a weekend" at University High School
on June 1st, it is time to focus strategies for success.
The key to unit success is the Unit Kernel. The Unit Kernel drives the campaign, makes it fun and keeps it organized. Find the right volunteer for the job.
Click here to find out what it takes to be a Unit Kernel.
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One Night for Scouting--September 19th
Thursday, September 19th
As a unit leader, how would you like to have a new youth recruitment campaign, fill your dens, select leaders and get on with your unit program by September 19th?
Click here and follow these steps for this fall.
Click here for a Fall Recruitment Chair Job Description.
Click here for the full extravaganza schedule!
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*Effective June 10th-August 30th Summer hours for the following offices are:
Hayden: M-Th 9am-1pm, 2-5pm, and Friday 9am-1pm
Clarkston: M, T, Th 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, CLOSED on Wednesdays and Fridays
Spokane: M-F 9am-5pm
*Please note: All Locations will be CLOSED June 28th for a Staff Development Day. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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President:
Mike Altringer
Commissioner:
Mike McGinnis
Scout Executive:
Tim McCandless
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Read Your District Newsletter
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Congratulations to our 2013 Eagle Scouts!
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On the Horizon
Upcoming Events
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Scout Night with the Spokane Shock!
Saturday, June 8th, 7:00pm
Arena football is calling all Scouts and their families to attend Scout Night with the Spokane Shock on Saturday, June 8th at 7:00pm.
Tickets are only $9.00. Contact Trevor Sharpe at 509-242-7473 to order yours today. Deadline to order is May 31, 2013.
Get more info here
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2013 Golden Eagle Dinner
Thursday, June 27, 5:30pm
The Golden Eagle Dinner recognizing contributors of $1,000 or more, will be held June 27th at the home of Allan and Mearle Roy.
Our hosts invite you to join them for a tour of their 10 acre gardens, followed by dinner and a short program. (Golden Eagle Recognitions will be presented at this time)
5:00 Optional Guided Garden Tour
5:30 Reception
6:00 Dinner
For more information contact: Nicole DeSart (509) 242-8238 or nicole.desart@scouting.org
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Scout Night with the Spokane Indians!
Saturday, August 17th
Reserve your tickets now for Scout Night with the Indians on Saturday, August 17th. Have fun at the ball game and camp overnight in the ball field after the fireworks display. Register by July 8th and you will be guaranteed a patch. To order tickets by phone: (509) 343-6886.
Get more info here
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Don't Miss Out!
36th Annual Boy Scout Golf Classic
Friday, June 7th, 11:00am
Join us at the Spokane Country Club for a rewarding day on the links as you support the Inland Northwest Council.
Great golf and great prizes.
Friday, June 7th 2013
11:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Registration
12:00 P.M. - Lunch
1:00 P.M. - Shotgun Start
Dinner - Immediately Following Tournament Play
For more information or to Register, go to www.boyscoutgolfclassic.org
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Leadership Summit
Thursday, August 22nd, 6:30pm
The Inland Northwest Council staff would like to invite all District Volunteers and Commissioners to a special volunteer barbecue at the Spokane Service Center on Thursday, August 22.
Food and fellowship will begin at 6:00pm. At 6:30pm the Journey to Excellence Games begins! Just like in JTE, your district can score points and go for the gold at the JTE Games.
Your district camping, advancement, training, and other key district positions will battle other district volunteers in knowledge, skills, and toughness.
After the barbecue and district competition, council subcommittees will meet to discuss key strategies to lead units to excellence by the end of 2013.
Represent your district with pride and register for the Leadership Summit today!
Click here to register
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It's Not Too Late!
Special 12 Month Financing Option for 2013 Jamboree
Don't let cost get in the way of your son attending the National Jamboree!
Three scholarships of up to $1,300 cash available to help Scouts go!
The council is offering special financing for this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Only a few spots left, click here to find out more about this special financing offer!
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Takin' Care of Business!
Adult Leader Training Opportunities
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NEW! Den Leader Position-Specific Training
A new Den Leader Position-Specific Training course just released to help with the education of new Den Leaders.
The two hour course is for Tiger Cub, Wolf, and Bear Den Leaders. It is intended to provide leaders with the experience, basic information, and resources they need to conduct successful den meetings.
Tiger Cub, Wolf, and Bear Den Leaders who complete this training, and also have current Youth Protection Training are considered "trained" for all three positions.
For more information click here!
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NYLT-National Youth Leadership Training for Older Scouts and Venturers
What? A week-long leadership training experience open to any Scout in a leadership position. (This is a similar experience to Wood Badge but for your youth leadership).
Where? Cowles Scout Reservation
When? June 17-22 2013
How much? $250 for the week
Why? My name is Sean McGinnis. I am the Senior Patrol Leader of NYLT. I went through NYLT in the summer of 2009, I was 13 years old. To this day I regard it as the best Scouting function I have ever been a part of. The leadership skills that your Scouts will learn and be able to bring back to your home unit are incredible.
Click here for more information and to register!
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Cub Country at Cowles Scout Reservation
Cub Country at Cowles Scout Reservation is hosting a Super Hero Academy to instruct young heroes in the Hall of Core Values. Every Cub Scout has great powers within themselves and great potential.
Cub Country at Cowles Scout Reservation on Diamond Lake is just a 45 minute drive from Spokane. Cub Country is a premier Cub Scout resident camp featuring a wide variety of activities. This year's Cub Country theme is Superhero Academy!
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Click here for more information about Cub Country including dates for six different sessions
Click here to download the 2013 Cub Country reservation form.
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Sign up for Cub Scout Camp Today for a Chance to Earn your National Summertime Pack Award
A pack can qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award certificate and streamer by planning and conducting three pack activities-one each in June, July, and August. This award can be an incentive for greater attendance at your summer pack activities.
Make your 2014 Reservations for Camp Easton & Camp Grizzly!
Inland Northwest Council Units are able to begin making reservations for 2014 summer camp at Camp Easton and Camp Grizzly now. Out-of-Council units will be able to begin making reservations for 2014 camp begin-ning July 15, 2013. That is a six-month head start for Inland Northwest Council units. Take advantage of the opportunity to reserve the week of camp your troop wants by planning ahead.
Click Here to download the 2014 Boy Scout Camp Reservation Form.
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Cub Scout Day Camp 2013
We will have 12 day camps to choose from in 2013! Seven day camps in the Spokane - Coeur d'Alene area, and five day camps in our rural counties. Each metro day camp offers a unique theme and adventure for your Cub Scouts, Cubs may wish to attend multiple sessions. They are open to all Cub Scouts entering grades 1 to 5 in the fall of 2013. Click here for more information about Cub Scout day camps in Spokane and Kootenai County.
Online registration is available for all Cub Scout day camps in 2013. If you have questions about day camps please call the Spokane Service Center at 1-800-945-4390.
Quick Links to more Camping Opportunities
North Idaho Adventure Base
Camp Easton
Camp Grizzly
Cub Country
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District News
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Chief Kamiakin
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DeAnne Heflin, District Executive
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Whitman & Latah Counties
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Newsletter
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Chinook
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Crystal Loomis, District Executive
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Spokane's South Hill, West Plains & Lincoln County
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Newsletter
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David Thompson
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Katie Wood,
District Executive
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Bonners Ferry, Boundary Counties, & Pend Oreille
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Newsletter
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Exploring & Latah
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Josh Paparazzo, Senior District Executive
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Career & Workforce Development
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Newsletter
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Grizzly
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Dale Peters,
Senior District Executive
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Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Freeman
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Newsletter
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Lewis Clark Trails
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Marlene Schaefer, District Director
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Asotin, Clearwater, Idaho, Nez Perce Counties
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Newsletter
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Old Missions
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Chris Petersen, District Director
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Kootenai, Benewah & Shoshone Counties
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Newsletter
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Stevens District
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District Executive
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Stevens County, North Spokane
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Newsletter
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Thunderbird
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Bill Beaumont,
District Director
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North Spokane & Spokane County
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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 $182 each. Your gift will provide volunteer training, programs and activities, camps, leader support and more for one or more Scouts.
- 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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Spokane Scout Shop Deals!
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Thank you for making your Spokane Scout Shop a recipient of the Silver Journey To Excellence Award!
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Thorlo Socks - Buy 2 or more get 25% off each pair (Through June 16th)
Get Ready for Camp Event - Come join us on June 1st in preparation for camp! Sleeping bags, tents and shirts are on sale! Spend $100 in Camping Gear and receive a $20 gift card that can be used towards any item in the store or towards earning an additional gift card. Special one day event!
June 10th -16th - 30% off TrekTek Short Sleeve Tees! Wick away material to keep you dry and cool this summer!
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June 17th-23rd - Summer Fun and Apparel with savings up to 30% on Graphic Tees, Swimwear, Caps, Mesh Shorts, Sleeping Bags, Raingutter Regatta Supplies and more!
June 24th - Come see our new line of Scrapbooking materials! All previous scrapbooking supplies are on clearance!
Father's Day - Buy a Father's Day card and receive a "Dad" patch(Through June 16th) |
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