Reach your Highest Popcorn Sales Yet With These 6 Kernels of Knowledge
It’s nearly Fall, and that means it’s time for Scouts to sell popcorn to
help fund all the fun activities
planned for the coming year. Many non-Scouts out there love popcorn and often want to support a good cause like Scouting. The
hardest part
is getting your Scouts connected with these eager customers-to-be.
To
better prepare
you for popcorn season, the
Voice of Scouting
has gathered the wisdom of Scouters from all over the country to see what they know about selling popcorn. Here are the
kernels of knowledge
we found that could help you reach your
highest popcorn sales goals yet.
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September 2018
The New-Leader Guide: Tips to Get You Started Down the Scouting Trail
All over America, students are trying to navigate new hallways, remember their locker combinations and find the lunchroom. As a new Scouter, you know how they feel.
Don’t worry;
we know how you feel
, too.
Here is a handy guide, brought to you by Scouting Magazine that will help you through the first months of your Scouting career.
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Volume VII
Kernel Journal
Check out
weekly information
and updates about your units popcorn sale on:
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Welcome to Scouting
Cary Camp - Lafayette, IN
Saturday, Sep 29, 2018
Please Join Us in welcoming our
Newly Recruited Cub Scouts in a Fun-filled Day Full of Archery, Leather-working,
BB Guns, Games, and More!
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The Top 100 Leaderboard reporting is now live for popcorn sales
The sole purpose of this leader board is the tracking of Scout sales throughout the sale. The hope is that this report, produced weekly at a minimum, will generate a level of competition amongst the Scouts.
This data will not be used for official reporting for prizes, incentives, scholarship, fill it up drawings, or any other reward. We will gather that in other manners.
This survey can be completed by a parent or Scout Leader at any point in time during the sale and as often as they would like. Data will be dumped and sorted periodically for evaluation, likely each Tuesday in conjunction with the Kernel Journal.
If your pack or troop isn't selling popcorn and your Scout would like to help earn their way in Scouting by selling popcorn, please contact
Bryon.Haverstick@Scouting.org
Here are your current Top 100:
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Volunteer Driven; Professionally Guided Prepared. For Life.
Scouting
is all about building confidence and self-esteem, learning
important
life skills and leadership skills, team building, outdoor adventure, education, and fun!
Scouts
learn how to make good choices and to take responsibility for their actions so that they are prepared for their adult life as independent persons.
The only way we can to continue to serve our youth within our community is with your help. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer:
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2018 Fall Camporee
Wabash Valley:
Date:
Friday, Oct. 12th
Cost:
The cost for this event is $7.00 per person.
Reservation by:
Unit
For:
Adult Participant, Youth Participant
Registration:
8/30/2018 - 10/11/2018
Peshewa:
Date:
Friday, Sept. 21st
Cost:
Cost: $12 per person
Reservation by
: Unit
For:
Adult Participant, Youth Participant
Registration
: 8/21/2018 - 9/19/2018
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IOLS and BALOO
Camp Buffalo
October 19-20
We have an Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills/Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation Training coming up on October 19-20, 2018 at Camp Buffalo. The fee is $12.00. Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors.
Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. Along with Scoutmaster Specifics this course is required of all direct contact leaders registered in Boy Scout Troops in order to be considered “trained”.
Leaders that plan on participating in an all girl troop in 2019 that are not already registered Boy Scout leaders should consider this training now, rather than later. To register
CLICK HERE.
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Cub Scout Shoot Out
Saturday- November 3, 2018
Cary Camp
Cost: $5 per scout, adults are free
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Fall 2018
7 of the Best Cub Scout Recruitment Ideas
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By now, most of our parents and volunteers know
how much fun
it can be for the boys and girls, but if a kid has never been exposed to Scouting, we need to have some good Cub Scout
recruitment activities
Here is a list of 7 of the best recruitment activities to use to
increase your pack's membership
and spread the joy of scouting to youth near you.
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Channel 18- Lafayette News
Under One Badge: Meet greater Lafayette's first girl to join the Cub Scouts
Recruitment is now underway for girls to join the Cub Scouts. Nine-year-old Maya Bashi was the first to sign up back in June.
News 18's Trevor Peters reports
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To watch or read the FULL interview:
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Cub Haunted Weekend
Cary Camp
October 26-28, 2018
Ready for a fun-filled, spooky weekend at Cary Camp? On October 26th-28 we'll be kicking off Cub Haunted Weekend, full of all sorts of creepy, crawly fun. For more Information:
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Wood Badge Rendezvous
Cary Camp-Lafayette
October 13, 2018
It's been a while since all the critters of Sagamore Council have gathered for some Wood Badge fun. Please join us for a Saturday breakfast and bring your critter pride (and pocketbook) as we raise funds for our scholarship program and gather around the campfire once more.
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Cary Camp- Fall 2018
Trading Post Hours
New Cary Camp Hours
as of
September 5, 2018:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
4 PM - 8 PM (EST)
Saturday
9 AM - Noon (EST
or By Appointment
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How your pack can live happily alongside other youth activities
Last August, just as fall recruiting was gearing up in the Susquehanna Council in Williamsport, Pa., another local event was getting a lot more attention: the Little League World Series. Nearly 25,000 people attended the championship game, one of 33 games televised on ABC or ESPN.
“We live in a Little League town,” says Dave Whitnack, Cubmaster of Pack 14 in Williamsport. “Baseball’s rabid here.”
But baseball is just one attraction. Chad Larson, Cubmaster of Pack 88 in nearby Montoursville, has Scouts who are also into football, soccer and wrestling. And things are much the same for the girls who joined that pack last spring, says the Rev. Beverly Cotner, whose church charters Pack 88.
“Girls are just as busy,” she says. “The activities may be different.”
Fortunately, these and other Scouters say Cub Scouting can both survive and thrive in a busy environment. You just have to remember the three C’s:
calendaring, communication and commendation.
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Start your Training Today
Are you trained for your position as a Scout leader? Anyone having direct contact with a Scout should make the time to train for their specific position. This training ensures the safety of both adult and scout and provides the opportunity for leaders to deliver a quality program. Experience and desire to be a leader are admirable qualities. Add to that the specific training and you will take your skills to a new level. To learn what training is specific to your position, visit
http://my.scouting.org
, click on training, your specific area
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Now Accepting Nominations for the Cub Scout Leader Training Award
We like to ensure that our Scouts have the best trained leaders, and to recognize those leaders for their dedication. This month, we highlight the Cub Scout Leader Training Award. These den leaders will have completed training, tenure and performance requirements. Trainings required to earn this award are, Fast Start Training, Basic leader Training for your position and Youth Protection Training. You will also be required to participate in roundtable or a pow wow or University of Scouting. To apply for the award please click the button below.
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PRE-REGISTRATION
This is a Pre-Registration event only. If you do not register before
November 15th you will not be allowed to attend this event. Registration is available online through Camp Master @
https://sagamore.camp-master.com/
If you are unable to register online then return this form to the scout office with payment to Sagamore Council Boy Scouts before November 15th.
Each member needs a separate form. The Banquet is open to everyone so bring your Family and Friends. All are welcome to register for the Saturday Awards Banquet. We will be having a live patch auction prior to the banquet.
Cabins are available for anyone wanting to use them.
The theme this year is Superheroes! We are going to have a lot of fun. Come in costume Friday night if you would like.
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2018 - Sagamore - Cub Scout Shooting Sports Instructors Class
Saturday- October 20, 2018
Cub Scout Shooting Sports BB and Archery Training Certification
MUST be 18 years of age or older
to complete this training course. Course length is approximately 8 hours together (4 hrs BB, 4 hrs archery)
Certification is valid for 2 years from date of issue
. Training cards will be given for completion of the course.
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University of Scouting
Saturday- November 10, 2018
Purdue University
Cost: $14 per person
20+ merit badges and 20+ adult classes offered
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Give Us Feedback- September
Sagamore Poll Question
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Investing in your Child's Character
There are many ways that you can help Scouting and invest in your childs character. Whether you are volunteering directly with Scouts or helping out behind the scenes, you can make an impact on the lives of Scouts by volunteering your time.
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Which areas are you most willing to donate your time?
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Helping to Welcome New Parents
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Making Contacts for Trips and Activites
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Volunteer for District and Council Events
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Serve as Pack Committee Member
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Serving as a Leader within your Den or Pack
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Making Donations for Kids who Can Not Afford Scouting/ Furthering our Cause
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Please contact your local District Executive with any questions or ideas on how you can help further invest in the lives of children within our community.
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We're here to help!
Contract your local District Executive with any questions about your pack of troop.
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2019 World Scout Jamboree
The theme for the 24th World Scout Jamboree is Unlock a New World and was developed by the youth bid team, also known as the Dream Team. This theme speaks to the new adventures, cultures, and friendships that will be shared by Scouts from around the world during the 12-day event in North America, a continent often referenced as a “New World.”
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Donate Today
The Boy Scouts of America changes lives! Your support of Local Scouting will provide character development, citizenship training, and leadership skills for boys and girls all throughout the Sagamore Council.
The impact of your gift to Scouting is told in the stories of generations of Americans. Please consider making a contribution today!
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Scouting Friends,
I've been involved in Scouting for over 25 years, the last 17 as a Commissioner Professional with the BSA serving three different Councils. There have been lots of memorable moments for me, but this past month a couple special events stand out. The first event occurred when my own 1st grade daughter came in to the Hingst Service Center to buy her first Cub Scout uniform. She's already participated in a full year of the Tiger program as her brother's tag along, but the pride she showed that day was amazing. Better yet, her big brother was so very excited to put her first neckerchief on her.
The second event occurred this last weekend when I presented the National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award to G. Robert "Bob" Wagner of Kokomo. Bob turned 100 this month, he's a WWII veteran and longtime educator in Kokomo Schools. In speaking to Bob, he told me one of the most important accomplishments in his life - that's 100 years - was earning the Eagle Scout award. If something Bob did in 1936 still has that profound of an impact on him today, then it's impossible for us to grasp the full impact we're making on the lives of today's youth. That's why Family Scouting and Scouts BSA is so important, and why we must reach out to every youth.
Captain Kristen Griest
spoke at a recent BSA meeting about attending West Point and becoming one of the first women to complete Army Ranger School. She shared with us the countless BSA events she attended as a young girl with her brother and her dad, how she'd hide when they dropped her brother off at summer camp hoping her parents would forget about her and let her stay for the week, and how she desperately wanted to become an Eagle Scout. The most inspiring part of her talk was when she addressed why she wanted to become a Ranger. Her response was simple, but I believe it says a lot about the opportunities we're making available to girls today. When asked why put yourself through Ranger training, Captain Griest replied "this is the best leadership training the Army has to offer, why wouldn't I want to be the best", and likewise why wouldn't the Army want as many of the best trained leaders as possible.
There is no better youth leadership and character education program than the BSA. Thank you for helping us provide the opportunity for all kids to be great and to be impacted for the next 100 years by this great program. Nothing would make me prouder as a father than for my son and my daughter to become Eagle Scouts. I can't think of a better way to prepare them for what's ahead of them than Scouting.
#ScoutMeIn
Yours in Scouting!
Ben
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