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Kittatinny Lodge 5
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 2014 OAService WeekendsApril 26-27, 2014 May 16-18, 2014 September 19-21, 2014 | |
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HOURS OF OPERATION
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Beaver Family Service
Center & Scout Shop
5027 Pottsville Pike
Reading PA 19605
Hours of Operation
Monday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday
9:00AM-5:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
2nd Saturday
of each Month
9:00AM - 1:00PM
(P) 610-926-3406
(F) 610-926-4965
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Hawk Mountain Scout
Reservation &
Scout Shop
402 Blue Mountain Road
Schuylkill Haven, PA
17972
Hours of Operation
Friday
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 2:00PM
Telephone support
available:
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
(P) 570-754-7552
(F) 570-754-7889
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Wood Badge Feast
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Saturday, April 12, 2014
$16.00 per person
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Dinner (Family Style, All You Can Eat)
Program to follow Dinner
The Wood Badge Feast is not just for Wood Badgers, it's for everyone; those thinking about taking Wood Badge, spouses, guests, and anyone who wants to come out for an evening of fine food and great fellowship. It makes no difference whether you are involved with Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting or Venturing, this event is for you. Tell all your friends and neighbors to get their reservation in because we intend to fill the Reeser Wegman's Restaurant at 4401 Pottsville Pike, PA 19605.
Remember what Baden-Powell said, "Scouting is a game with a purpose". At Wood Badge, we give purpose to that game. Register today by downloading a registration form here or on our website. * Reservations must be made by April 4, 2014. No "walk-ins"
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2014 Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner
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 The 2014 Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the Marlin Miller, Jr. Conference Center at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. This annual event will celebrate the milestone achievement of the 162 young men in the Hawk Mountain Council who earned the rank of Eagle in 2013. The keynote address will be given by U.S. District Court Judge Jeffrey Schmehl, an Eagle Scout and Berks County native. In addition to enjoying dinner with a sponsoring mentor, scouts will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with various community and business leaders in the Hawk Mountain Council. Troop leaders, family, and friends are encouraged to attend. Fellowship begins at 6:00 PM. Please direct registrations and questions to Jeff Lewis at 610.926.3406 ext. 1233 or jeff.lewis@scouting.org. Registration Forms are available at the Beaver Family Service Center and on our website. |
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Sporting Clays Classic
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 Please join us on Friday, April 11, 2014 for the inaugural Sporting Clay Classic sponsored by M&T Bank. This event is designed for all to enjoy a fun day while benefiting youth of the Hawk Mountain Council. Download a registration form here. |
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33rd Annual Spring Golf Tournament
|  Please join the Hawk Mountain Council on June 9, 2014 at Heidelberg Country Club for our 33rd Annual Spring Golf Tournament. Information on entry fees and times of the event along with a registration form can be downloaded here or from our website. Read - " A letter from our Spring Golf Committee Chairman" |
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2014 Trail to Eagle (TTE) Camp
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It's not too late! Trail to Eagle is still accepting registrations. This program is available to any Scout who has achieved the rank of First Class and is the age of 13 by the start of the program.
Trail to Eagle is for Scouts with the sincere desire to become the ultimate rank in Scouting, "EAGLE," the Trail to Eagle Team of Hawk Mountain Council is offering their assistance to obtain some of your merit badges with the "Trail to Eagle" program being offered at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation.
We will be offering five Eagle required merit badges and one additional merit badge. The merit badges offered are Citizenship in the World, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the Community, Personal Management, Family Life, and Public Speaking. The TTE program will run from July 27, 2014 to August 1, 2014 (week 6). Applicants must attend a pre camp meeting at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation on April 12, 2014 at 10:00am to learn how the camp will function and cover the prerequisites that will be required to complete the merit badges prior to attending.
Applications for the program are available at the Hawk Mountain Council, Beaver Family Service Center and on our website. The fee for the program this year will be $340.00. The program can only accept 36 scouts and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Any questions please feel free to call Rudy Benkert, TTE course director, at 570.739.2752.
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Greetings from Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation
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Reservation staff has already begun preparations for the 2014 camping season. Construction has begun on the final addition of the Reary Shower House expansion. This summer you will find single-entry bathrooms and showers as well as a reconfigured female camper shower area. And thanks to Wood Badge Course N6-528-13, campers will be able to sit at the improved fire circle and enjoy the view of Lake Nalaheman.
For more information on summer camp opportunities, be sure to go to http://www.hmc-bsa.org/camping.
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If you missed out on the Pinewood Derby as a kid or want to relive good memories of the race, it is not too late!! The Hawk Mountain Council has partnered with Polish This, Inc. to offer a special Pinewood Derby race on September 14, 2014 at Fleetwood Park. The race will be a part of the annual car show sponsored by Polish This, Inc. and will be great exposure for Scouting during the fall recruitment campaign. I hope that you will join us in making a car for this special event. Read more...
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Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation
Summer Employment Opportunities
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 Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation summer staff positions for 2014 are still available. Whether you are interested in working the Cub Scout Program, Boy Scout/Venturing Program, or Support Services (Ranger duties, food service, administration), be sure to submit your application.
A new position has been added to the Reservation staff is Photographer/Media Director. This staff member is responsible for unit photos as well as program photography throughout the week; also included is the production of the weekly DVD.
For those interested in Food Service Staff, the largest program area, staff members are eligible for an additional $150 to $250, depending on what position held. Food Service Staff includes cooks, prep-cooks, kitchen utilities, and heater stack drivers (delivering meals to campsites).
So if you are looking to enter the outdoor recreation job market or just to simply gain experience, working at HMSR is a great way to gain experience and build your resume. Here you will serve in a rewarding position where you can be a positive force in the development of future leaders while having "fun with a purpose."
Applications are available at the Council Service Center, Reading, the Satellite Service Center, HMSR, and on the council website. You may submit your completed application to Hawk Mountain Council.
Feel free to contact David Muldowney at 570.754.7552 or email at david.muldowney@scouting.org if you have any questions.
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Boy Scout Leader Training
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In the Scouting movement, trained leaders are critical to the proper operation of any unit. That is why councils and districts spend a great deal of time and effort providing opportunities for leaders to be trained. Hawk Mountain Council provided just such an opportunity for Boy Scout leaders on Saturday March 22, 2014 at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation with the presentation of Boy Scout Leader Specific Training. When the course began at 9:00 A.M. the main room in the S.T.E.M. building had an impressive group of thirty-four scout leaders in their seats ready to learn. Course Director Terry Troutman, who is the Training Chair for Black Rock District, got things rolling as he led the participants through Part One of the course, called "Getting Started." He then passed the baton to David Muldowney, Director of Support Services for Hawk Mountain Council. David got the participants on their feet for a rousing rendition of "I'm A Little Teapot," and then led them through Part Two of the training, "Lighting the Fire." The final segment, "Keeping It Going", was led by Black Rock District Advancement Chair Joe Oliver, who challenged everyone to think outside the box by suggesting that light bulbs are not light emitters, but "Dark Suckers." There were many questions that challenged the group to seek solutions, and a great opportunity for those present to go back to their units with the information they need to be successful. More training classes will be scheduled throughout the Council, and every leader should commit to attend so Scouting can continue to provide the best program possible for our Scouts.  
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The Trainer's Edge Training Course
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The purpose of the Trainer's EDGE course is to provide and help develop the platform skills of a trainer. This course is intended to "train the trainer" on behaviors and resources while offering hands-on experience in methods and media. You will have the opportunity to be in front of the group. The group will offer feedback that will help you improve your skills as a trainer. Feedback is a gift. We want to make sure it is given in a positive, helpful way. Sign-up for our May 31, 2014 course TODAY!
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"We should offer more for our older scouts"
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 It's Here!
Eagle Camp
The only requirement for entry is be an Eagle Scout with the swimming merit badge.
OR be an adult volunteer leader to accompany experienced guides.
The camp will assemble at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation, travel to Northern Maine and Paddle the Allagash Wilderness Waterway north to the Canadian Border and returning to Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation.
Read on for trip description.....
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Annual Health and Medical Record
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In preparation for the summer camp season, a new, simplified annual health and medical record was released from the National Office effective March 1, 2014.
Some of the key updates are:
- The primary version will be English. The existing bilingual version will remain available.
- Part A (Informed Consent, Release Agreement, and Authorization) will contain no medical information and will be shorter by one page.
- Part B (General Information/Health History) will include only the most important information needed.
- Part C (Pre-Participation Physical) will be reduced to one page with expanded sections for allergy explanation.
- Supplemental Risk Advisory (former Part D) will be shortened and be location specific. This is designed to take to physicians so they will better understand what activities their patients will participate in.
- A redesign of the landing page for the annual health and medical record website so participants and parents will be able to download only what they need.
We need your help in eliminating all reference to any prior versions of the record. Please host only this link: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx on your unit website. Don't print out the record unless absolutely necessary. If you have previously hosted parts of the annual health and medical record, delete the PDFs, don't just hide the link.
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2014 Cub Scout Pinewood Derby at the Berkshire Mall
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LET'S GO RACING BOYS!!!
The first ever Cub Scout Pinewood Derby at the Berkshire Mall will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 & 4, 2014.
There will be 4 Classes of racing action, Lion/Tiger Class, Wolf Class, Bear Class, and Webelos Class (this includes any Webelos Scout who may have crossed over to a Boy Scout Troop prior to the event).
The 2 day event will feature 2 Classes per day, Lion/Tiger & Wolf Classes on Saturday and Bear & Webelos Classes on Sunday.
There will be trophies awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each class. Certificate awards for various categories of car styles will also be handed out. Door prizes will also be given throughout both days of racing. Each registered scout will also receive an event patch. We will also have a special event CSP available for sale.
Guidebook and registration forms are available online at http://www.hmc-bsa.org/Cacoosing and also at the Council office. Pre-registration is highly recommended as it will assist in ease of race setup on the days of the race.
Questions can be directed to Johl Light Pinewood Derby Chair 610.763.3443 or owlscouter@att.net or Sally Trump Cacoosing District Director (sally.trump@scouting.org).
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Craft Supply Request
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Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Camp DuPortail is looking for donations of empty paper towel and tissue paper rolls for craft use in our day camp program. Please save your empty rolls and take them to the Beaver Family Service Center or the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Administration Building. There will be donation boxes at each location.
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Lancaster Science Factory
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Lancaster Science Factory - Volunteer Cub Scout Program Instructor - The Lancaster Science Factory is seeking an adult volunteer to assist the museum with the existing Webelos Engineering Activity Badge Program. Please follow this link for additional information.
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Council Calendar of Events
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April 20144-5 Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, HMSR, (Friday, 6:00 PM - Saturday, 6:00 PM)
4-6 Phenomenon 2014 - Game Traveler, HMSR,
5 Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation CANCELLED
11-13 OA National Leadership Seminar, HMSR
12 Maintenance Committee Meeting, HMSR, 8:00 AM
12 2nd Annual Eggstravaganza, HMSR, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
12 Trail to Eagle Participant Meeting, HMSR, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
16 Safety and Risk Management Committee Meeting, BFSC, 7:30 AM
22 Joint Meeting of the Council Committees, HMSR, 7:00 PM
25 College of Commissioner Science, Camp Mack, Newmanstown, PA
25-27 Order of the Arrow Ordeal and Service Weekend, HMSR
27 Boy Scout (Camp Meade) Leader's Meeting, HMSR, Willits Dining Hall, 1:00 PM
27 Cub Scout (Camp DuPortail) Leader's Meeting, HMSR, Marlin Miller Conference Center, 1:00 PM
HMSR-Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation BFSC-Beaver Family Service Center
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District Operations
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Over the course of the next several months, the Key Three members in Appalachian, Frontier, and Cacoosing will be working to implement changes that will allow us to better serve our existing units as well as to grow the Scouting programs in under-served areas.
These changes include: The hiring of Fran Rodriquez as the new Appalachian District, Program Specialist. She will serve the Muhlenberg and Reading school districts. Units in the Fleetwood and Kutztown school districts will move to the Frontier District, Units in Hamburg and Schuylkill Valley school districts will move to the Cacoosing District. Units are asked to consider becoming a mentor to units in our urban areas or units just getting started.
The district Key Three volunteers are hard at work putting a formal transition plan together. For now, please know that our current staff and district committees are operating as usual.
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08 Commissioner Staff Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 6:15 PM
08 District Committee Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 6:15 PM
08 Roundtable Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 7:30 PM
Download a form or look up and register on-line for upcoming training at
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March 2014
29 Black Rock District Pinewood Derby, Fairlane Village Mall, St. Clair
April 2014 02 Commissioner Staff Meeting, Holy Family School, 7:00 PM
03 District Committee Meeting, Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 7:00 PM
09 Roundtable Meeting, Schuylkill Tech Ctr-North Campus, 7:00 PM
12 2nd Annual Eggstravaganza, HMSR, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM May 201403 Spring Day at Camp (First Aid Meet and Catapult Competition), 9:AM - 4:00 PM Black Rock District Pinewood Derby - Have you signed up for the Black Rock District Pinewood Derby? Time is running out for the pre-registration fee of $8 per cub scout. Pre-registration ends Wednesday, March 26. Any sign ups afterwards will be $10 per cub scout. The Pinewood Derby will be held at the Fairlane Village Mall, Pottsville on Saturday, March 29. Download your information packet here.
The EGGSTRAVAGANZA will take place at HMSR on April 12 at 9:00 AM! The fee is $5 per cub scout if pre-registered and $8 per cub scout the day of the event. Bring a bag or basket for an egg hunt. Make an egg drop device prior to the event if you would like to participate in the egg drop contest! Sign up today! Black Rock District Spring Day at Camp will consist of our District First Aid Meet and Catapult Competition. Each Patrol MUST include at least one (1) WEBELOS. Cost for this fun day is $12.00 per Scout. Lunch will be provided. Look for additional information and registration forms in future Scoutwires and on our website. |
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April 2014
02 District Committee Meeting, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, 7:00 PM
08 Commissioner Staff Meeting, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, 7:00 PM
10 District Roundtable, St John's Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring, 7:00 PM26 Cacoosing District Catapult Competition, Conrad Weiser Middle School, 7:45 AM
 Berkshire Mall Pinewood Derby - We are very pleased to announce the first Pinewood Derby to be held at the Berkshire Mall in CENTER COURT! The event will take place over 2 days, Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 2014. On Saturday we will be running the Lion/Tiger and Wolf Class entries. On Sunday we will run the Bear and Webelos Class entries. Additional information, registration and event times are listed on our web page. There will be trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each class, judging of the cars on various style & creativity, etc...and also door prizes. We highly encourage pre-registration for the event as it will help with the setup of the races.
The event will be for Cub Scouts only. We would like to ask Troops, Crews, or individual Scouts from Troops and Crews to assist us both days as runners during the races so that we can keep the races moving smoothly and quickly. This event is sponsored by the Cacoosing District but all Cub Scouts are welcome to attend.
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March 2014 
29 Frontier District Pinewood Derby, Reading High School, 7:45 AM - registration
April 2014
09 Frontier District Committee Meeting, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:15 PM
09 Frontier District Commissioner Staff, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:30 PM
09 Frontier District Roundtable, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 7:30 PM
Roundtable ThemesApr 9 BS - Be Prepared: Weather Awareness
CS - Interfaith Service Programs
May 14 BS - Troop Challenge: Physically Strong & Mentally Awake
CS - TBA
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Modified Hours and Closings
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The Hawk Mountain Council Service Center, Satellite Center
and Scout Shops will be closed or have modified hours as noted below.
April 10, 2014 (Open 12:00 PM - Close 5:00 PM)
April 18, 2014, Good Friday, Closed
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Save 5%
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SCOUT SHOP SAVINGS
Shop at the Hawk Mountain Council or Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Scout Shop and SAVE! Bring this coupon with you and get a 5% discount on Official Uniform clothing items (includes belts and socks). | |
Offer VALID - thru April 2014
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