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This Scouter Weekly is brought to you by your Friends of Scouting contribution. Issue 5 February 3, 2017
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For those who for any reason were unable to receive the announcement that was sent earlier this week: San Francisco Bay Area Council Boy Scouts of AmericaSpecial AnnouncementJanuary 31, 2017 Consistent with the announcement made on January 30, 2017 by the National BSA the San Francisco Bay Area Council (which serves almost 15,000 youth throughout Alameda county and San Francisco) will accept registration in our Scouting programs based on the gender identified by the family as indicated on an individual's joining application. For many years, the BSA along with numerous schools, sports and other organizations have ultimately deferred to the information documented on an individual's birth certificate to determine eligibility for our single-gender programs, (Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts). This approach however is no longer sufficient nor is it applicable across all Councils in the BSA as numerous state laws are interpreting gender identity differently. Such laws vary widely from state to state; therefore a practice applied by one Council in one state may differ greatly from that of a Council in another state. The San Francisco Bay Area Council is committed to identifying program options that bring the benefits of Scouting to the greatest number of youth possible. Further, we will do our best to help facilitate Scouting programs that can provide for the welfare and best interest of each child. As more information becomes available in the days and weeks ahead it will be shared here and in other forums.
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What is Friends of Scouting (FOS) and Why Should Your Family Participate? FOS is the annual giving campaign to the San Francisco Bay Area Council. It provides Scouting’s families, The Friends of Scouting Campaign for packs, troops and crews are done through presentations to families of Scouts. Presentations are typically conducted at unit meetings during the months of January, February or March and are most effective when most families will be in attendance, such as at a Pack Blue and Gold Banquet or a Troop Court of Honor. The Friends of Scouting campaign is one of the largest sources of income generated by the Council to support units to have a quality program throughout the year. We ask families like yours to help support the costs that the council incurs to keep Scouting strong for all boys. That $24 yearly registration fee you pay goes directly to the National Boy Scouts of America for program development – none of it stays local to help pay for any of these costs. The Scouts in this photo could be yours. Without Friends of Scouting contributions they wouldn't be smiling as much. All contributions are used by the San Francisco Bay Area Council provide support and service to your unit and other Scouting units in Alameda and San Francisco counties.
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volunteers and friends with the opportunity to financially support the operations of their local council. The San Francisco Bay Area Council provides many important services to your pack, troop or crew, its leaders and the young people. These services are necessary to provide a high-quality experience for all of our Scouts and families for Scouting to be made available for local youth to join.
Celebrate the Birthday of Scouting with a Blue & Gold Banquet
Have a Blue & Gold Organizer. -This is a great role for a new volunteer to take on since it has a definitive timeline. It takes some weight off the Committee and gives a parent a chance to help out in a fun way. (article reprinted from Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council newsletter)
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The requirements listed in this Boy Scout Requirements book for rank advancement, Eagle Palms, and merit badges are the official requirements of the Boy Scouts of America and are effective Jan. 1, 2017 through Dec. 31, 2017. Scout is Now a Rank Scout became a rank effective Jan. 1, 2016. All requirements for the Scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop or Varsity team. If you have already completed these requirements as part of ther Webelos Scouting Adventure, simply demonstrate your knowledge or skills to your Scoutmaster or other designated leader after joining. Upon joining, a Scout must still meet the age requirements. He must be a boy who is 11 years old, or one who has completed the fifth grade or earned the Arrow of Light Award and is at least 10 years old, but is not yet 18 years old. This printing includes Ranks Requirement Changes: New Merit Badges Revised Merit Badge Requirements Minor Merit Badge Requirement Updates (reprinted from 2017 Boy Scouts Requirements book, sold at East Bay Scout Shop)
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Swimming Merit Badge Days This Merit Badge Day will provide the opportunity for Scouts to work on completing swimming Merit Badge Requirements. Where: Robert's Pool/Recreation Area., 10570 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
Fall Sessions: September 23 or 24, 2017 Note About Requirements being covered during sessions:
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Spring Sessions: ASCOUT AND VENTURE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY!! National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) Registration now open – 3 Sessions in 2017 The San Francisco Bay Area Council is offering 3 sessions of National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). Two are in June and a new one is being introduced for the Fall of 2017. The 3 sessions are:
The weekend course in the Fall covers everything covered in the other two sessions. This is not a condensed course; it is broken up over 3 separate weekends. It does NOT require that the participant take time off of school to attend.
To register, go to the www.SFBAC-NYLT.org site. Read the information there about NYLT before registering.
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American Red Cross First Aid & CPR Training San Francisco Bay Area Council This course is being offered in partnership with East Bay Regional Park’s Lifeguard Service and is open to any registered older Boy Scouts and Adult leaders. Registration is open to troops and individuals. Troop leadership must be provided for troops and individual scouts must be accompanied by a paying adult. Register online (click here) *Participants must be at least 14 years old if attending this class.
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Don't delay registering - only a few spots left for this year's Wood Badge WOOD BADGE 2017 Feb 18-20 and Mar 25-27, 2017 Course Director: Debbie Fallehy SfbacWoodBadgeCD@gmail.com
MORE INFO AT Click Here
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Wood Badge was originally presented by Baden-Powell as a means of strengthening and preserving the Scouting movement in every country in the world. Today, in the U.S., Wood Badge is a patrol-based, advanced leadership training program. Scouters learn to view Scouting globally, as a family of interrelated, value based programs for youth. Wood Badge combines the best of scouting tradiings with contemporary leadership concepts and recognized in leading buisiness and goverment organizations.
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Did your Pack have a great outing at a local park? Did youir Troop find a great new place to camp? We are accepting photos from Packs or dens, Troops or patrols, Teams, Crews, Posts ... well any Scouting unit, of activities and Scouts having fun to feature in this newsletter! Please include a brief description and be sure to include your unit, number, and district. Email to joann.parker@scouting.org
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The circle with the dot in the center has long been Scouting's trail sign to indicate that one has Gone Home. Lord Robert S. Baden-Powell's resting place is marked by just such a symbol.
Bill Heinze
Terri Heinze Always Together
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CELEBRATE YOUR BLUE & GOLD
Part-Time Sales Associate Position Available The East Bay Scout Shop has an outstanding opportunity for a motivated, experienced Sales Associate in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Job Overview: Contribute to the successful daily operation of the East Bay Scout Shop by transacting sales, accurate and on-time ADI records, receiving orders, stocking shelves, and maintain a clean customer friendly environment. The individual in this position will:
Qualifications/ Experience: The qualified candidate must have:
To Apply: Qualified applicants should apply in person at the East Bay Scout Shop 1001 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA. Please contact Linda Gentile, Store Manager, with questions: 510-633-2005.
Need to change your email address? Please contact joann.parker@scouting.org so we can change it in both our scouting system and in our newsletter system. San Francisco Bay Area Council #028, Boy Scouts of America |
