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February 14, 2017 Vol. 10, Issue 3
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Dear ,
Happy Valentines Day to all our Scouting youth and adults!!!
You are the heart of Scouting in Marin!
Below are quite a few items that were not in the Dispatch at the beginning of the month. Some of them have just become live on our web site.
Read through, and please pass on this information to all the people in your pack, troop, crew, or post!
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Don't Miss this Opportunity
Marin Council Recognition Dinner
March 13, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Every year, the Marin Council gives everyone in the council the opportunity to nominate Scouts and adults as their Scouts/Explorers/Volunteers of the Year. For both youth and adults, this is an opportunity to see the highlights of what Scouts are doing all over Marin
This dinner is solely to recognize youth and adults for their efforts and Scout spirit; it is not a fundraiser. The event is the
Marin Council Recognition Dinner on March 13 in San Rafael. Registration is available by clicking the link.
Click the link above to sign-up. Come, enjoy a meal, and join with Scouts, friends, and leaders from all over Marin to see what is going on in Scouting here. You'll be amazed!
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Shooting Sports News
There are several activities coming up!
Archery and BB Shooting Rangemaster Training
As many people know, the Marin Council runs shooting sports events all year long. For Cub Scouts, they can only participate when the council runs an event (such as, Family Fiesta, the Turkey/Bunny Shoots, or day camp). For archery, troops can enjoy this sport during one of their campouts at Tamarancho.
In order to staff the activities, the shooting sports committee often has to provide qualified people. However, the resource pool of those trained to do this is decreasing. We need your help. If you can become trained and help with one of these events during the year, the Scouts will be very grateful.
Archery Rangemaster Training
March 18, 8:30-5:00, Camp Tamarancho, $40
This is a National Archery Association Level 1 and BSA training
BB Shooting Rangemaster Training
April 1, 9:00-1:00, Camp Tamarancho, $30
This is Boy Scouts of America rangemaster training
Cub Scout Bunny Shoot
Similar to the Turkey Shoot held in October, this fun event is for Cub Scouts to enjoy archery and BB shooting. The date is April 15, and it will be held at Camp Tamarancho from 9:00-3:30.
No, we will not be shooting bunnies!
With half-hour periods throughout the day, your Cub Scout will have the opportunity to experience one session of each of these activities.
Click this link for a descriptive flyer and shooting sports release form.
When you click the link below to sign up, you will be given the opportunity to choose one half-hour period of each activity. THEN, return to the Marin Council web site to pay and download the shooting sports release form if you have not done so already. If you do not return to pay, your reservation will be dropped.
Click here to sign up.
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Klondike Derby
Most Marin Council Boy Scout troops already know about the upcoming Klondike Derby, run by Talako Lodge Order of the Arrow, on March 3-5. However, many have not yet signed up.
Visit our web site by
clicking this link to download the Sourdough Manual and to register. You can only register online. All information and instructions will be on that web page. Deadline is Friday, February 24.
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Cub Scout Camping
Registration is now open on our web site
Cub Scout Day Camps at Camp Tamarancho
Day Camp is the highlight of a Cub Scout's year! However, boys who are not currently in Cub Scouts are welcome attend. Day Camp is open to boys who will be entering the second through fifth grades in the fall of 2017.
- First Day Camp: June 26-30 (registration open through 6/15/17)
- Second Day Camp: July 10-14 (registration open through 6/30/17)
- Third Day Camp: July 24-28 (registration open through 7/13/17)
Bus service is available from many parts of Marin if desired.
Cost for Day Camp is $235.00. If your son is not in Cub Scouts now, a minimal charge of $20.00 will apply to register him.
Bus service is $50 per camp.
There is an early bird discount of $15.00 until March 24, 2017.
New this year, you can only register online. Click here to reserve a spot for your Scout!
Family Fiesta
Scouts from around the World
May 19-21, Camp Tamarancho
What is Family Fiesta? Family Fiesta is a family camping experience for Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos, invited friends, and their families. This camp will introduce the Cub Scout and his family to some of the activities that can be experienced in our summer day camp programs. Just like at camp, events and activities are run by Boy Scout troops and Venturing crews. The Cub Scouts will get an opportunity to meet summer day camp staff and older Scouts, and as a bonus, they get an idea of all the fun and exciting things that await them when they become Boy Scouts and Venturers.
Theme and Activities "Scouts from Around the World" will provide an opportunity for Scouts, siblings, and parents to learn and practice international Scout skills, crafts, and values-and maybe earn a patch from distant lands along the way. Marin Council troops and crews will lead campers in events ranging from field sports, climbing, nature hikes, shooting sports, techno craft, and international exploration. The day will close with a campfire program.
More information is on our web site and registration is only online, so
click here for more information and to register.
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Training, Training, and More Training!
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
June 18-24, Camp Tamarancho
Training of youth leaders is an important step in enabling the individual Boy Scout or Venturer and helping your troop or crew grow. National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is the BSA's premiere youth training experience, which is now open to both Venturers and Boy Scouts, young men and young women, starting at age 13 (Venturers must have graduated 8th grade).
Find out all about NYLT and learn how to register by
clicking this link. Registration is online only.
Training for Adults
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training, April 29, 1:30-5:00
LDS Church, 220 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO), April 29, 9:00-12:30
LDS Church, 220 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael
Scoutmaster/Asst. Scoutmaster Specific Training, April 29, 9:00-4:00
LDS Church, 220 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, April 22-23
Registration is through Golden Gate District of the San Francisco Bay Area Council. Registration will be available soon.
Camp Tamarancho
Wood Badge, August 25-27 and September 16-18, 2017
In-depth adult leadership training for every level of Scouting.
Merit Badge Counselor Orientation, March 2, 6:30 p.m.
LDS Church, 220 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael
No pre-registration necessary. Please be on time.
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Pick Up Your Recharter Packet
Your new recharter packets with fresh rosters was available at the last roundtable. If you were not there, please pick up your packet in our office as soon as possible.
It's very important that you review the enclosed roster and compare it to your own membership. That way, you will know if any youth or adults were not added or were dropped inadvertently. Let's make sure everyone is registered correctly.
Thank for your help!
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