Our News
October 6, 2017
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"Meet our new Assistant Scout Executive!"
Bryon Haverstick was honorably discharged in 2001 from the United State Army where he served in the 2
nd
Battalion-7
th
Infantry Regiment. He graduated from Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in Non Profit Administration in 2005 and is a certified non-profit professional by the Non Profit Leadership Alliance. Through college, Bryon worked as the Participatory Recreation and Athletic Coordinator for the Boys & Girls Club in St. Charles County. Bryon has since served as the District Executive and Senior District Executive, for the Greater St. Louis Area Council, a District Director with the Ozark Trails Council, and Field Director for the Great Rivers Council, Boy Scouts of America. Bryon brings extensive field operations, membership growth, fundraising, and volunteer management experience to the Sagamore Council.
Bryon was featured in the Teaching and Learning Network’s “Voices of Vision” Television Documentary on his accomplishments and involvement in American Humanics (Non Profit Leadership Alliance), the Boys & Girls Club, and The Boy Scouts of America. Bryon has served in leadership roles in Kiwanis, Rotary, Sertoma, Alpha Phi Omega, and Meals on Wheels. Bryon and his wife Liz will reside in West Lafayette, Indiana and have a 7 year old Tiger Cub, Jayson, a 5 year old Lion Scout, Benjamin, and a 2 year old future Venturer, Molly.
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Popcorn Sale 2017
Popcorn Sales are in full swing and all indications are that this year will be a fantastic sale! If your unite needs more popcorn for show n' sale, please contact us. for more info check out our links below!
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Cub Haunted Weekend
An overnight family camping event that will be Spooktacular for the whole family! Expansions to the program this year will include a fun house and not- so-haunted hayride. You can pick one, or both, of the sessions:
Purchase your
event exclusive shirts here
! This long sleeve shirt will help keep you warm as you enjoy the weekend! A limited amount of shirts will be available and delivered when you check in to cub haunted weekend.
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Charter Renewal
October 1st the online charter renewal system went live for 2018 renewal. Effective with this renewal. all adults must be current with youth protection training or charter will not advance. In addition, top leaders ( SM, CM, VC, NL) must be fully position trained. Completed charters are due at December roundtables or no later than 12/15/17. To check it out online, please go
here!
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University of Scouting
The Fall Semester of University of Scouting will commence on November 11
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at Beering Hall, Purdue University. This event offers trainings for adult leaders and merit badge classes for Boy Scouts. Final adult training offerings and merit badge course listing are available on Campmaster. Check in starts at 8 AM. Registration Deadline is November 3
rd
at 5 PM, and no walk in registrations will be accepted.
Merit Badges being offered, training schedules, and more information is available in the program packet
Here!
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Tributes to the memory of Dr. Ken Ahler
Specials thanks to the following donors
Bob & Linda Sorensen
William & Martha Menges
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SPOTLIGHT ON EAGLES
Mickiah A. , Troop 498
Bryce B. , Troop 519
Matthew C. , Troop 2
Ryan C. , Troop 149
Benjamin E. , Troop 335
Taylor E. , Troop 2391
Isaac H. , T 581
Joshua K. , T 427
Devin L. , T 338
Spencer M. , T 581
Elias T. , T 335
Congratulations to all of our August Eagles!
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For those units sending in an advancement form please turn in the following page
along with your advancement form
to help us fill your order more efficiently!
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Advancement News!
Grab the boys’ interest right away and help them reach the rank of Bobcat as soon as possible. Once they tackle the first accomplishment, you’ll help keep their interest in Scouting. New scouts can earn their Bobcat award at their 1st meeting.
Merit Badge Counselors-thank you for your time and effort in teaching our Scouts. You are an invaluable resource. Please consider extending your knowledge to more than just your own Troop. Some merit badges are out of reach, as there may not be a local counselor.
For a list of additional awards visit
here
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Monday, October 30, 2017
12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. (Gathering starts at 11:30 a.m.)
Courtyard Marriott Conference Center
150 Fairington Ave, Lafayette, IN 47905
Honoring
JoAnn Brouilette
President, Demeter; Fowler Indiana
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Council Support Incentive for 2016-2018
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2017 National Jamboree Patches & Sets Still Available
Note: OA Jamboree sets are sold out.
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NORTH STAR ANNOUNCEMENTS
North Star District s
erves the following counties: Cass, Fulton, Jasper, Newton, Pulaski,& White
New information in North Star's September Newsletter! Click the link below:
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SAGAMORE COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS
P.O. BOX 865, KOKOMO, IN 46903• 765-452-8253
sagamorebsa.org
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