September, 2018
Iron Horse District News
New Iron Horse District Leadership

Monthly Roundtable
Join us for Iron Horse Roundtable held the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at Maplewood United Methodist Church located at 3535 Maplewood Blvd.
September Breakouts Include:
  • Scoutbook Training
  • Camporee Planning (Bring your SPL, Asst. SPL, or any Scout tat wants to help make this an amazing event)
  • Youth Protection Training (Starts at 6:00 pm)
View the documents handed out last month at Roundtable Learn More
Omaha Area YPT Training
September 6, 2018 (Hosted by Iron Horse)
Take YPT at 6:00 pm at Maplewood United Methodist Church located at 3535 Maplewood Blvd. It wil start prior to RT and dismiss in time for our closing announcements/general session. All registered adults must complete the new Youth Protection Training by October 1, 2018.

Webelos Woods Scouts in Space
September 21-23, 2018 (early bird deadline ends 9/3/18)
Camp Wa-kon-da
On a mission to the deepest corners of the universe your space shuttle malfunctions leaving you stranded on an obscure planet known as Wa-kon-da! Will the survival skills of your patrol keep you safe until help can arrive? Learn More
FirstCamp for New Scouts
September 15, 2018
Created for newly registered Scouts, FirstCamp is a sampling of outdoor program that youth will get to know through their experiences in Cub Scouting. This open program included Bouldering, Fishing, Hiking, STEM, Shooting Sports, and more. All activities, supplies, and lunch are provided.

Silver Beaver Award Nominations Due September 7th
It's that time of year to nominate our most deserving volunteers for the Silver Beaver Award. The Silver Beaver Award is highest award the local Council can bestow upon a volunteer. The awards will be presented at the Council Awards Dinner on January 12th.
New Scouts Earn Bobcat First 30 Days
Remember to ensure our new Scouts earn their Bobcat Badge in the first 30 days of joining.

Recruit More Families Into Scouting
Are there more children in your school that would like to be in Scouting? You can implement a 2nd Sign Up Night by coordinating with our District Membership Chair Sheryl Orlich or through our District Staff.

Be sure to update your BeAScout Pin as well as whether you are adopting the full family model and accepting girls into your Pack or Troop (yes Troops…you can update your Pins to signify a start date after January 1!)
Council High Adventure!
The Council offers High Adventure Contingents to Northern Tier, Philmont Scout Ranch, and the Summit Bechtel Reserve in 2019. Sign up for you next adventure today! Learn More

Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's Merit Badges
September is Boy Scouts Month at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's
Check out the MAC Calendar for great opportunities.
9/4 Fishing
9/5 Rifle Shooting
9/6 Fish and Wildlife Mgmt
9/11 Rifle Shooting
9/12 Fish and Wildlife Mgmt
9/13 Fishing
9/18 Fish and Wildlife Mgmt
9/19 Fishing
9/20 Rifle Shooting
9/25 Fishing
9/26 Rifle Shooting
9/27 Fish and Wildlife Mgmt

Summertime Pack Award
Did your Pack stay active this summer? You may have earned the Summertime Pack Award. Learn More
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POPCORN 2018
Wanna win $100 CASH for your Pack, Troop or Crew? Show us the BEST RALLY EVER by capturing your event via photos and/or videos. 
Email your entries to IronHorsePopcorn@gmail.com . 
Winners will be announced at October Roundtable.  

GET EXCITED FOR A GREAT POPCORN SALE SEPT. 15-OCT. 31

2018 Metro
Popcorn Kick-off Sales Academy!
Where: Northwest High School, 8204 Crown Point Ave, Omaha, NE 68134
When: Friday, September 7, 2018 from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Join us anytime during this open house for some tips and tricks on selling through interactive displays. Have a blast with popcorn themed challenges AND enter to win some cool prizes including a SPY DRONE! No rthwest High School Drama students will perform their own popcorn skit at 6:30 pm, 7:00 pm, and 7:30 pm.

Plus, stop by the online sales station to register your online account or show us you're already set to sell to be entered into a drawing for $50 CASH! Those that attend the Metro Kick-off AND make their first online slae prior to September 15th will be entered for a second $50 CASH drawing.

In addition, TONS of cool prizes are available for online sales through Trail's End! Click here for an Easy to Follow Video to set up your account. about popcorn!
Jubilee 2018
October 12-14, 2018
Biggest Scouting event in your back yard this fall that YOU don’t want to miss. Come to the largest Scouting event in the Midwest. Family fun for all ages. Don't miss out!
Wood Badge
There are only 9 spots left in the fall Wood Badge course.
Adults are able to learn and practice leadership skills and the values of scouting. Learn More
 
Reserve Our Council Camps
All units are able to reserve facilities at our camp properties for your unit’s program throughout the year. Make your fall campout reservation at our camps today! Some weekends have FREE Campmaster programs ( Build It/Trades September 28-30 at CWSR) so check the Council calendar. Learn More

Camp Cedars Registration
Register for Summer Camp 2019 now! Then secure the campsite you want with your deposit before January 1, 2019. Space is limited by week. Learn More
Jamboree on the Air
JOTA is the largest Scouting event in the world with over 1 million Scouts participating across 150+ countries. Scouts and Guides across the world connect with each other during JOTA using the airwaves (Ham Radio) and the internet.
1,200,000 Scouts, 20,000 Operators, 11,000 Stations, 150 Countries Learn More
Visit the Gottschalk Scout Shop and Sioux City Scout Shop. Click Here To Shop Now!
There is so much going on throughout the Council. Check out these upcoming events.
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