APRIL 2017 South Mountain District Newsletter South Mountain District MINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA NEWSLETTER... NEWS!! The South Mountain District is a geographical area located in Lehigh and Northampton counties which serves the school districts of Bethlehem Area, Saucon Valley, and Southern Lehigh. Municipalities within the South Mountain District include Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Center Valley, Coopersburg, Fountain Hill, Freemansburg, Hanover Township, Hellertown, Lower Milford, Lower Saucon, Steel City, and Upper Saucon. APRIL 2017 South Mountain District Newsletter South Mountain District MINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA The South Mountain District is a geographical area located in Lehigh and Northampton counties which serves the school districts of Bethlehem Area, Saucon Valley, and Southern Lehigh. Municipalities within the South Mountain District include Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Center Valley, Coopersburg, Fountain Hill, Freemansburg, Hanover Township, Hellertown, Lower Milford, Lower Saucon, Steel City, and Upper Saucon. 2017 DATES Roundtable / OA Chapter 7:00pm 1st Wednesday [2] District Committee 7:00pm 2nd Tuesday [1] Eagle Board & Project Review 7:00pm 3rd Tuesday [1] District Commissioners 7:00pm 3rd Wednesday [3] District Recharter Day January 7, 2017 [11] OA Family Banquet January 7 [13] Wood Badge Dinner January 8 [8] Council Recognition Dinner January 27 [1] Klondike Derby February 25 [4] Trainer’s EDGE February 18 [TBA] Pinewood Derby March 4 [11] University of Scouting March 11 [9] District Recognition Dinner March 18 [91] Spring Camporee March 25 [7] National Youth Leadership Training April 21-23 & 28-30 [6] Camp Trexler Beaver Weekend May 5-7 [5] Camp Minsi Beaver Weekend May 19-21 [4] Spring OA Weekend June 2-4 [5] OA - Section NE-5 Conclave June 9-11 [98] SM District Planning Conference June 13 [TBA] Day Camp July 10-14 [14] National Jamboree July 16-28 [99] Fall OA Weekend September 8-10 [4] Fall Camporee September 22-24 [4] Fall Family Camp October 6-8 [TBA] OA OctoberFest Weekend October 13-15 [3] Fall Cub Event October 21-22 [92] Scouting for Food November 4 and 11 Popcorn sorting November 17 [TBA] Popcorn distribution November 18 [TBA] NOTICE: If you have a question regarding any date or activity, please contact the respective Chair listed on the District Committee Page. MEETING LOCATION KEY [1] East Hills Moravian Church 1830 Butztown Rd, Bethlehem [2] St. Luke’s Hospital and Health Network 800-801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 [3] Minsi Trails Council Office [4] Camp Minsi [5] Trexler Scout Reservation [6] Akelaland [7] Settler’s Camp [8] Jordan Lutheran Church [9] Lehigh Carbon Community College [10] Just Born, Inc. 1300 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem [11] First Baptist Church, Bethlehem [12] Lower Milford Township [13] Stroudsmoor Country Inn (Stroudsburg, PA) [14] Louise Moore Park [15] The Meadows, Hellertown [16] DeSales University, Center Valley [90] Iron Pigs Stadium [91] Hellertown American Legion [92] Sportsmen’s Club, Hellertown [93] Wesley United Methodist Church [96] George E. Moerkirk Emergency Medical Institute [98] Forrestburg Scout Reservation [99] Summit Bechtel Reserve Spring is here! Like it or not, summer will soon be following. Does your unit have a strong summer program to help with recruiting and retention? Why not share your ideas by submitting articles and/or photos of your unit’s activities or events to Bernie Suess at newslet[email protected]for the District newsletter? Submit your information by the 22 nd of each month.
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APRIL 2017 South Mountain District Newsletter
South Mountain DistrictMINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA
NEWSLETTER... NEWS!!
The South Mountain District is a geographical area located in Lehigh and Northampton counties which serves the school districts of Bethlehem Area, Saucon Valley, and Southern Lehigh. Municipalities within the South Mountain District include Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Center Valley, Coopersburg, Fountain Hill, Freemansburg, Hanover Township, Hellertown, Lower Milford, Lower Saucon, Steel City, and Upper Saucon.
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South Mountain DistrictMINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA
The South Mountain District is a geographical area located in Lehigh and Northampton counties which serves the school districts of Bethlehem Area, Saucon Valley, and Southern Lehigh. Municipalities within the South Mountain District include Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Center Valley, Coopersburg, Fountain Hill, Freemansburg, Hanover Township, Hellertown, Lower Milford, Lower Saucon, Steel City, and Upper Saucon.
District Recharter Day January 7, 2017 [11]OA Family Banquet January 7 [13]Wood Badge Dinner January 8 [8]Council Recognition Dinner January 27 [1]Klondike Derby February 25 [4]Trainer’s EDGE February 18 [TBA]Pinewood Derby March 4 [11]University of Scouting March 11 [9]District Recognition Dinner March 18 [91]Spring Camporee March 25 [7]National Youth Leadership Training April 21-23 & 28-30 [6]Camp Trexler Beaver Weekend May 5-7 [5]Camp Minsi Beaver Weekend May 19-21 [4]Spring OA Weekend June 2-4 [5]OA - Section NE-5 Conclave June 9-11 [98]SM District Planning Conference June 13 [TBA]Day Camp July 10-14 [14]National Jamboree July 16-28 [99]Fall OA Weekend September 8-10 [4]Fall Camporee September 22-24 [4]Fall Family Camp October 6-8 [TBA]OA OctoberFest Weekend October 13-15 [3]Fall Cub Event October 21-22 [92]Scouting for Food November 4 and 11Popcorn sorting November 17 [TBA]Popcorn distribution November 18 [TBA]NOTICE: If you have a question regarding any date or activity, please contact the respective Chair listed on the District Committee Page.
MEETING LOCATION KEY[1] East Hills Moravian Church 1830 Butztown Rd, Bethlehem[2] St. Luke’s Hospital and Health Network 800-801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA 18018[3] Minsi Trails Council Office[4] Camp Minsi[5] Trexler Scout Reservation[6] Akelaland[7] Settler’s Camp[8] Jordan Lutheran Church[9] Lehigh Carbon Community College[10] Just Born, Inc. 1300 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem[11] First Baptist Church, Bethlehem[12] Lower Milford Township[13] Stroudsmoor Country Inn (Stroudsburg, PA)[14] Louise Moore Park[15] The Meadows, Hellertown[16] DeSales University, Center Valley
[90] Iron Pigs Stadium[91] Hellertown American Legion[92] Sportsmen’s Club, Hellertown[93] Wesley United Methodist Church[96] George E. Moerkirk Emergency Medical Institute[98] Forrestburg Scout Reservation[99] Summit Bechtel Reserve
Spring is here! Like it or not, summer will soon be following. Does your unit have a strong summer
program to help with recruiting and retention? Why not share your ideas by submitting articles and/or
photos of your unit’s activities or events to Bernie Suess at [email protected] for
the District newsletter? Submit your information by the 22nd of each month.
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South Mountain District Home Page:http://www.minsi-southmountain.com/
South Mountain District Fliers and Brochures Page:http://www.minsi-southmountain.com/fliers.htm
South Mountain District Cub Resources Page:http://www.minsi-southmountain.com/cub_resources.htm
South Mountain District Award Forms:http://www.minsi-southmountain.com/documents/Form-DistrictAwardofMerit.pdf http://www.minsi-southmountain.com/documents/Form-Fellowship.pdf
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Scouter Bio Form. Fill in and email to Cheryl Moreira at [email protected]
Advancement and Recognition Guidehttp://www.minsi-southmountain.com/documents/Guide-Advancement.pdf
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IMPORTANT DATES COMING UP: 2017 SOUTH MOUNTAIN DISTRICT ACTIVITIES
APRIL 5 - SMD Roundtable/OA meeting, 7:00 PMAPRIL 11 - District Committee meeting, 7:00 PMAPRIL 18 - District Eagle Scout Service Project Approval/Boards of Review (new night)APRIL 19 - SMD Commissioners meeting, 7:00 PMAPRIL 21 to 23 - NYLT weekend #1 of 2 at Akelaland Camp, Trexler Scout ReservationAPRIL 28 to 30 - NYLT weekend #2 of 2 at Akelaland Camp, Trexler Scout Reservation
SOUTH MOUNTAIN DISTRICT ROUNDTABLE AGENDASStart time is 7:00 PM
DATE CUB SCOUTS BOY SCOUTSApril 5, 2017 Year-round Programming—Plan-
ning Summer ActivitiesDutch Oven Cooking Competition
May 3, 2017 COMBINED – Fireside Cracker Barrel
June 7, 2017 COMBINED – Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources presen-tation
SOUTH MOUNTAIN DISTRICT LINKS
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Hello South Mountain District!
After many years of dedicated and tireless service, Mrs. Roxanne Mayrosh will be stepping down as the South Moun-tain District Advancement Eagle Chair. As a benefactor of all of the hard work of the entire Eagle Committee, I personally want to thank Roxanne for running such an efficient team and for making such a clean hand off. The team Roxanne has in place are a selfless group of people whose only goal is to support the young men seek-ing to attain the rank of Eagle and to maintain the integrity of that rank. Thank you Roxanne!
With the change in Eagle Committee Chair, the Eagle Board and Proposal Re-view night is also changing. Beginning with April 2017, the Eagle Board and Review night will be held on the 3rd Tuesday night of each month at 7PM at East Hills Mora-
vian Church. So the first Tuesday night Eagle Committee meeting will be held on April 18th, 2017. Please mark your calendars accordingly and share within your units.
Thank you,
Mike CaffreySouth Mountain Eagle Advancement Chair
Eagle Advancement News
Around the DistrictSouth Mountain District Roundtable - St. Luke’s Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Center March 8, 2017
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Around the DistrictSouth Mountain District Volunteer Appreciation and Recognition Dinner Hellertown American Legion March 18, 2017
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2017 “National Treasure” Spring Hike-oree
Historic Philadelphia 10-Mile Hike Saturday, May 13, 2017
(This hike is in lieu of the annual Spring Camporee)
Important Pre-Hike Information Please read carefully! We are proud to once again hold the “National Treasure” 10-mile hike through Historic Philadelphia. This hike is, which counts towards the Boy Scout’s Hiking Merit Badge, is loosely based on events in the movie “National Treasure”. It takes us by historic and cultural landmarks such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Reading Terminal Market, Chinatown, the Betsy Ross House, Penn’s Landing, the Irish Museum, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and so much more! While you won’t have time to actually “visit” these sights, you’ll be able to see them and perhaps plan another trip to spend more time. Registration & Payment Deadline: April 14, 2017 This is NOT flexible. We know this sounds early, however SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) is requiring several weeks advance notice for the final headcount because they will be adding train cars just for us. They need to allow enough time to plan for appropriate number of rail cars and additional staff. (In 2006, they added extra staff and 4 extra cars for us!)
Note: If your unit does not register on time but wishes to participate, you will have to purchase rail tickets on your own: both to 30th Street Station in Philadelphia where the hike begins and to return back to the Lansdale station. Who should you invite /encourage to attend? Everyone!!! Boy Scouts, Venture Crews, Cub Packs, leaders, spouses, siblings, other family members, neighbors, and anyone else you thing would like to experience this hike! Cost: $9 per person This fee includes a group rate round-trip train ticket, event patch, and a hard copy of the Hike Booklet and map for each person registered. Register at http://minsitrails.org/NVhikeoree. Payment MUST be received by deadline also as the group train tickets must be purchased. Hike Day Schedule 7:45 - 8:10 AM Check-in at SEPTA’s Lansdale Station (80 W. Main Street, Lansdale, PA 19446) There’s en o ree r n on ee en s
8:36 AM Train leaves Lansdale SEPTA station for 30th Street Station in Philadelphia (Event staff will also be departing at this time, so BE ON TIME.)
9:37 AM Train arrives 30th Street Station in Philadelphia
9:50 AM Begin Hike
4:50 PM Arrive back at 30th Street Station
5:11 PM Train leaves to return back to the Lansdale Station
6:23 PM Train arrives back at Lansdale Station
NOTE: If your group does not arrive on time for either or both trains, you will be required to purchase individual tickets at regular price. Pre-paid group rate fees cannot be refunded.
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Hike Booklet/Map - Event Patch - Train Tickets Upon check-in at the Lansdale SEPTA station, unit leaders will receive a packet containing the following for each person registered with their group:
A hard copy of the Hike Booklet/Map which includes directions and information about what to look for along hike route (similar to the Heritage Trails Hike booklets). Food/Restroom facilities are denoted throughout the booklet. Please carefully review the booklet ahead of time so that you and your Scouts can be better prepared. There’s no need to print it out for the hike since everyone will receive their own copy.
Event patch (Additional patches may be ordered with registration. If there are extra, you can purchase more the morning of the hike.)
The train “ticket” is actually one ticket for the entire group therefore each person will not receive an individual one. If, for some reason, you do not make the scheduled train the group is on, you must purchase individual tickets. All parties traveling with the group must travel together.
Tour Permits (Tour and Activity Plan form) Because this is an out of Council event, ALL participating Troops/Crews/Packs MUST submit a tour permit (Tour and Activity Plan form.) A blank form is included in this packet. Use this information where requested:
Description of tour or activity: 10 mile hike through Philadelphia From (city and state) YOUR unit’s town to Philadelphia PA Itinerary chart line 1: YOUR unit’s town to Lansdale, PA Itinerary chart line 2: Lansdale, PA to Philadelphia PA via SEPTA Train Party will travel by (check all that apply) – Check boxes for car & train
Submit form by:
1. Sending hard copy to Minsi Trails Council office 2. Emailing to Bonnie Keller at [email protected], or 3. Logging into My.Scouting.org to submit online
What to Wear Class “A” Uniform Scout hat Comfortable/well cushioned sneakers for walking on sidewalks (remember that walking on
concrete all day is MUCH different than hiking on a trail or in the woods). What to Bring Money for food - or bring lunch & dinner Non-messy breakfast to eat on train if desired Sunglasses Water bottles (2) – or a camel pack would be perfect Day Pack or small back pack (light-weight …. Remember, you have to carry it all day) Extra socks Poncho (just in case) Pens/pencils Cameras/Phone (charged batteries & empty memory card) No Pets – they won’t be allowed on the train! NO KNIVES - Due to public transportation and secure areas, do not bring anything that would not
pass through “airport” type security screening.
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Advancement Notes Several requirements can be earned while on this hike:
Boy Scouts Merit Badges Hiking - counts towards 1 of the 5 required ten-mile hikes Citizenship of the Nation 2.(a) (d)
Cub Scouts Tiger-Elective: Tiger Tails #7 Wolf Elective: Finding Your Way #3(a & b if you bring a compass) Bear Adventure #1 (loosely) Webelos Walkabout
Movie “National Treasure" (2004 - PG - Starring Nicolas Cage & Diane Kruger) While watching it is not required, it is an interesting and entertaining way to learn about some of our nation’s history. A good portion of the movie was filmed in areas along the hike route. Quite a bit of information in the hike booklet references events in the movie.
This symbol in the Hike Booklet denotes info/questions based on the movie. Questions? Contact Fall Hike-Aree Chairmen, Michele & Ken Morrow 610-393-1016 (cell) or 610-837-9499 (home) [email protected]
HHHeeerrreee’’’sss hhhooowww yyyooouuu cccaaannn hhheeelllppp……… You can be directly involved with a unit in your area – you don’t
need to have a son or daughter in the program! South Mountain District has great units in:
Cub Scouting – boys aged 6-11 Boy Scouts – boys aged 12-18 Venturing - boys and girls aged 14-21
You can serve as a Unit Commissioner – help multiple units in your area to deliver a quality program
You can serve on the District Committee – various roles are available to help deliver district level programs, promote the Scouting experience, help with fundraising, promote and deliver training, and much more!
The mission of the BSA is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. We have many roles to chose from and areas where we can use your help!
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Ride Info: Travel a scenic route through the Lehigh Valley and into the Pocono area.
A stop will be made at Pocono International Raceway with laps around the track.
Register before April 21, 2017 and receive a commemorative tee-shirt. Proof of motorcycle insurance, as well as signing a “hold harmless” agreement is required for all participants. Helmets are required for riders and passengers. Contact [email protected] or 610-465-8563 for more information. www.minsitrails.org/MotorcycleRide
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EMERGENCY CARE & SAFETY INSTITUTE
Wilderness First Aid Course
INFORMATION SHEET
Venturing Crew #77, North Valley District, Minsi Trails Council is pleased to offer the Emergency Care & Safety Institute BSA Wilderness First Aid course.
Course Description: This is a nationally certified Emergency Care & Safety Institute course. Participants successfully completing the course will receive certificates for BSA Wilderness First Aid, Standard First Aid, and Adult CPR/AED which are valid for two years. Completion of this course is now required for all units participating in a high adventure activity, such as Philmont or Sea Base. At least one person per crew must be certified (it is strongly recommended that at least two people are certified). This course is recommended in the Guide to Safe Scouting for all groups conducting wilderness camping. Trek Safely guidelines specifically mention it. Emergency Care & Safety Institute courses are recognized by the Boy Scouts of America, OSHA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health, as well as other national organizations.
Topics covered: Delayed-help situations, emergency action steps, scene assessment and management, patient assessment and records, disease transmission prevention, prioritizing care, contacting help, long term care, wounds, injuries, sudden illnesses, bites & stings, backcountry miseries, plan execution, and evacuation planning.
Prerequisites: There are no first aid prerequisites required, but basic first aid skills are recommended (example: Boy Scout First Aid M.B. skills).
Participants: Participation is open to all Venturers and Boy Scouts aged 14+ and leaders. All Venturers and Scouts must have the approval of their Crew Advisor or Scoutmaster.
Costs: The cost for the course includes educational materials, supplies, certificates, and if applicable food and lodging.
Course Length: The length of the course is approximately 20 hours.
PA DOH EMS Continuing Education Units (Con-Ed): 12.5 Medical/Trauma and 4 Other con-ed credits will be awarded to EMR, EMT, EMT-P
Registration / Contact: BSA Crew #77 Advisor Chris Lubenetski by phone at 610-972-4045 or by e-mail at [email protected]
Info Sheet-WFA-2017-01.pub
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BSA VENTURE CREW #77 NORTH VALLEY DISTRICT
MINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA
www.BSACrew77.org
Christopher Lubenetski, Advisor Amanda Juzbasic, President
FIRST AID COURSE REGISTRATION FORM
Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) BSA Wilderness First Aid Course
Course includes: Wilderness 1st Aid, Adult CPR/AED, & Standard 1
st Aid
Certifications are for 2 years
Cost: $100
Cost includes books, educational materials, food, lodging, and certificates.
� COURSE #WRFA-2017-001
Friday May 5, 2017
Saturday May 6, 2017
Sunday May 7, 2017
Location: Camp Spirit – 1718 Mulberry Rd Fogelsville, PA 18051
Deadline for registration is April 23, 2017
Course Limit: 30
� Youth Member (under 18) �Adult Member � Male � Female
� 2017 National Jamboree Participant � Attending High Adventure Base in 2017
PHONE #: _____________________(home or cell) E-MAIL: ______________________
AMBULANCE CORPS/FIRE DEPARTMENT AFFILIATION (if applicable): _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Questions Call: Chris Lubenetski at 610-972-4045 or email at [email protected]
CHECKS SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO: BSA VENTURING CREW #77
MAIL TO: BSA Venture Crew #77
229 Flint Hill RD
Alburtis, PA 18011 UPDATED 2/14/2017
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High Adventure SpotlightFirst South Mountain District Venturing Shooting Event This spring the Activities Committee decided to try something different. Rather than another Klondike Derby style competition, we set up a shooting day at Trexler Scout Reservation for Venturing-aged youth. Why? This year Venturers are allowed to shoot pistols!
Minsi’s Shooting Sports Committee worked with us to have many different style and caliber pistols for the youth to try. We set up several stations where the instructors worked one-on-one with the youth to go over the safe operation and handling of each firearm as well as general shooting skill suggestions. And since Venturers can also load more than a single shot at a time, we also set up a lane for shooting carbines as well. Overall everyone, including a few adults, had a great
time and many had a chance to try an activity they’d never done before. Probably the only downside was all the snow and mud covering the fields and road thanks to that wonderful early spring storm. We will try to get that snow moved up a month for next year’s Klondike. On behalf of the Activities Committee I would like to thank the Shooting Sports Committee for helping staff this great event. Jim SwainSMD Activities Chair
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PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH
Explore the Philmont high country in northeastern New Mexico on a 12 day backpacking expedition. Challenge yourself as you climb mountains over two miles high. Programs include technical rock climbing, archeological excavation techniques, horseback riding, rifle shooting, blacksmithing and more. Discover the adventure of Scouting’s Paradise as over1million Scouts, Venturers, Explorers and leaders have since 1939.
Minsi Trails Council offers a 12 day backpacking trip at Philmont with a 1-2 day pre-trip as part of our expeditions. Generally, our trip runs early to mid- July and continues for a 2 week period. Each “Crew” is made up of 7 to 12 people, with a 2 adult minimum and 4 adult maximum on each crew. Scouts must be 14 years of age or 13 years of age and have completed the 8th grade. All participants must be registered in the BSA. Fees include transportation to and from the airports, airline flights, a 1-2 day pre-trip in Colorado, and fees for the Philmont excursion itself.
Interested? We will be accepting applications and deposits for our 2018 Contingent after February 1, 2017. Applications and reservations are due by May 1. If we reach capacity, there will be a waiting list. For more information please contact Bonnie Keller,
Camping Department, Minsi Trails Council at 610-465-8568 or email at [email protected].
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You can come to Philmont on your own this summer! You're invited to sign up individually to delve into the ecology and conservation work behind Philmont as part of the Roving Outdoor Conservation School Trek, Trail Crew Trek, STEM Trek or any other Individual Trek!
"Three Weeks of Outdoor Science Education in a140,000-Acre Wilderness Laboratory"
Duration: 21 DaysAge: 16-20Cost: $545
Scouts and Venturers interested in conservation,resource management, and environmental science are encouraged to apply for the ROCSTrek. Participants trek through Philmont and its surrounding areas to learning aboutforestry, fire ecology, entomology, wildlife management, geology, and much more. Inaddition, treks will learn advanced "Leave No Trace" techniques. Ultimately, ROCS willchallenge participants in education, nature, and adventure. Both male and female crewsare offered.
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Learn More About ROCS
"A 12-Day Trek Learning the 'Whys'and 'Hows' of Your Surroundings"
Duration: 12 Days and nightsAge: 14-20Cost: $895
The STEM Trek is an exciting programat Philmont Scout Ranch for males andfemales who have an interest inScience, Technology, Engineering andMath. STEM will offer each participantthe chance to explore the Philmontbackcountry in a whole new way!Investigate the why and how behind
backcountry programs like rifle shooting, blacksmithing and rock climbing. Led byknowledgeable staff, participants will explore modern scientific principles in physics andbiology as well as historical examples of technology employed by miners, loggers andhomesteaders during the 19th century.
Learn More About STEM
Trail Crew Trek
"Build the Ultimate Conservation Skill Set"
Duration: 14 DaysAge: 16-20Cost: $300
TCT is a co-ed 14-day educational trekfocusing on conservation andleadership development. TCT involvesseven days of trail-building, aseven-day educational trek throughPhilmont, hands-on experience with avariety of conservation projects onthe ranch and visits from guest
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speakers involved in conservation and resource management. TCT provides a strongfoundation for participants to become involved in conservation in their communities.
Learn More About TCT
Other Individual Trek Opportunities
In addition to ROCS, TCT & STEM, we have several other Individual Treks available, including:
Philmont Scout Ranch and Training Center | 575-376-2281 | PhilmontScoutRanch.org
Philmont Scout Ranch and Training Center, Boy Scouts ofAmerica, 17 Deer Run Road, Cimarron, NM 87714
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Do you still have leaders in your unit who need training?Have them sign up for an upcoming training!
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Leave No Trace - Trainers CourseMINSI TRAILS COUNCIL, BSA LEAVE NO TRACE TRAINERS COURSE Receive both the BSA and the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics Trainer...
BALOO (AN)VFW Post 6615 3 VFW Way White Haven, PA 18661 BALOO is a one day course designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for...
Outdoor Skills for Webelos Leaders (AN)VFW Post 6615 3 VFW Way White Haven, PA 18661 OWL is a one day course designed for Webelos Leaders and parents to introduce young Scouts...
Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Training (FD)Course Location - Bushkill Township Fire Hall, 155 Firehouse Dr. Nazareth, PA 18064 This course will provide Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters...
Cub Scout Adult Leader Training (NV)Location: Minsi Trails Council Service Center (large conference room) 991 Postal Road, Allentown PA Cost: $5 for one session, 2 sessions or...
National Youth Leadership Training 2017 - 2 weekendsWhat are the Dates? The two-weekend course will occur: Weekend 1 - Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23 Weekend 2 - Friday,...
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (NV)Trexler Scout Reservation,Hawkeye Pavillion, Lodge & Campsites, 288 Camp Trexler Rd. Kunkletown, PA 18058 There is a mandatory...
Wilderness First Aid CourseBoy Scout Venturing Crew #77 will be conducting a: ECSI (Emergency Care and Safety Instiutue) Wilderness First Aid Course May 5-7, 2017 at Camp...
Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Training (TX)Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church 535 West Emaus Ave. Allentown, PA 18103 This course will provide Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters with the...
BB & Archery Range Officer TrainingShooting sports training provides fun and adventure for boys. Archery and BB gun shooting teach skills, discipline, self-reliance, sportsmanship, and...
BALOO (TX)Location: St. Timothy's Evangelical Lutheran Church - 140 S. Ott St. Allentown, PA 18104 BALOO is a one day course designed as an...
NRA Basic Rifle TrainingNRA Basic Rifle Training 10 hour course covering classroom instruction and shooting over a two days (Saturday/Sunday). Where: Trexler Scout...
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Cub Scout Adult Leader Training (TX)Location: Minsi Trails Council Service Center (large conference room) 991 Postal Road, Allentown PA Cost: $5 for one session, 2 sessions or...
BB & Archery Range Officer TrainingShooting sports training provides fun and adventure for boys. Archery and BB gun shooting teach skills, discipline, self-reliance, sportsmanship, and...
BALOO (FD)Trexler Scout Reservation - Hawkeye Training Site - 288 Camp Trexler Rd. BALOO is a one day course designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout...
BB & Archery Range Officer TrainingShooting sports training provides fun and adventure for boys. Archery and BB gun shooting teach skills, discipline, self-reliance, sportsmanship, and...
Shooting Sports MB Fulfillment SaturdayMinsi Trails Council Shooting Sports Committee - Merit Badge Fulfilment Saturday Scouts who have not completed the archery, rifle, or...
NRA Instructor Shotgun Shooting CourseFor: Current BSA registered adults (21 and older). Where: Trexler Scout Reservation, ESSA Nature Lodge Short Description: This 16-hour...
Cub Scout Adult Leader Training (TX)Location: Minsi Trails Council Service Center (large conference room) 991 Postal Road, Allentown PA Cost: $5 for one session, 2 sessions or...
Cub Scout Adult Leader Training (SM)Location: Minsi Trails Council Service Center (large conference room) 991 Postal Road, Allentown PA Cost: $5 for one session, 2 sessions or...
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Minsi Trails Council is proud to introduce SkillsFest, an exciting NEW summer camp experience for Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers at Camp Minsi. This specialty week-long program provides in-depth and hands-on experiences to help participants explore careers, trade skills, and scientific fields – all while having fun in a great camp environment. Experts and knowledgeable professionals in each field of study will help guide and instruct Scouts as they explore a variety of careers and subjects. Scouts attending individually (or with a buddy) will join a fully-staffed provisional unit for the week, living and learning within a specific sub-camp alongside Scouts with shared interests.
Become an environmental scientist, making observations and carrying out experiments to investigate the natural world and complex ecosystems of the Poconos. In addition to working on a variety of nature-focused merit badges, Scouts will also be able to work towards earning the William T. Hornaday Award.
Participants will get an opportunity to explore of Camp Minsi’s forest, streams and bogs; build Leave-No-Trace awareness; and complete meaningful conservation projects.
The motto of Boy Scouts has always been “Be Prepared.” Participants in this sub-camp will meet with real emergency responders, law enforcement officers, and others who work to keep us and our communities safe.
In addition to earning various merit badges (including Search & Rescue, Crime Prevention, Fire Safety, and Medicine), Participants will earn the BSA Emergency Preparedness and Crime Prevention Awards along with gaining American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.
Explore the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics! Participants will explore a variety of trades and sciences including: chemistry, space exploration, engineering, welding, electricity, nuclear science, game design, and auto mechanics.
Participants will complete exciting hands-on experiments, investigations, and projects to build skills and understanding. Scouts in this sub-camp will also be able work towards earning various BSA STEM/NOVA Awards throughout the week.
Special William T. Hornaday
Award Workshops
American Red Cross
First Aid / CPR/AED Certification
Special BSA STEM/NOVA
Award Workshops
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APRIL 2017 South Mountain District Newsletter-21-
APRIL 2017 South Mountain District Newsletter-22-
SOUTH MOUNTAIN DISTRICT COMMITTEEDISTRICT KEY 3District Chair Jim Fereno [email protected] Commissioner Tamie Swain 610-974-9150 [email protected] Senior District Executive Arby Beisel 610-465-8558 [email protected]
DISTRICT CHAIRSActivities Chair Jim Swain 610-974-9150 [email protected] Chair Drew Draper 610-866-7875 [email protected] Advancement Cub Michael Philipp [email protected] Advancement Eagle Mike Caffrey 610-295-8816 [email protected] Advancement Merit Badge Irene Arno Camp Promotions Chair Anthony Garguilo 484-554-5815 [email protected] Boy Scout Camp Promotions OPEN Cub Camp Promotions OPEN
Day Camp Director Kelli & Barry Webb High Adventure Promotions Jim Swain 610-974-9150 [email protected] Family Campaign Sandy Pruitt Finance Chair Rod Long 610-838-6768 [email protected] Membership Chair Dan Dopsovic [email protected]
Membership Webelos to Scout Transition Chris RuhfMembership School Night OPENNew Unit Chair OPENNominating Chair Michael E. Faccinetto 610-554-9151 [email protected] Chapter Advisor Dave Hay 610-861-4494 [email protected] Kernel OPEN Recognition Dinner Chair Cheryl Moreira 610-967-6445 [email protected] for Food Chair Rev. Dale Miller 610-216-6111 [email protected]
COMMISSIONERSBoy Scout Roundtable Michael Philipp [email protected] Scout Roundtable Josh Cirulli
Any Scouter interested in serving on the District Committee, contact Mike Faccinetto or if interested in serving as a Commissioner, contact Tamie Swain.
