August, 2018
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Monthly Roundtable
Roundtable is held the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:45 pm at Faith Westwood Church, 120th & L, Omaha for roundtable. This event helps unit leaders stay "in the know" about current events, training and activities.

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Omaha Area Popcorn Trainings
August 4, 2018
9:00 am
Ralston High School
8969 Park Dr, Ralston, NE 68127

August 11, 2018
9:00 am
St. Andrew's Church United Methodist Church 15050 West Maple Road, Omaha, NE

Webelos Woods Scouts in Space
September 21-23, 2018
Camp Wakonda
Get your Webelos ready to work in patrols - and have a blast! Learn More

Black Hawk Membership Six P's
Have your New Member Coordinator involve EVERYONE using the six Ps…
• Have a clear purpose.
• Involve everyone in the plan.
• Promote your recruiting.
• Present a GREAT program.
• An involved parent with have a happy scout, everyone family should have a job.
•Persistence pays off, keep following up.
For help, contact Bob Austin Membership Guy

FirstCamp for New Scouts
September 15, 2018
FirstCamp is a sampling of outdoor program that youth will get to know through their experiences in Cub Scouting. The activities at FirstCamp will be open-program. All activities, supplies, and lunch are provided.

Camp Cedars Registration Open 8/1
Register for Summer Camp 2019 now! Then secure the campsite you want with your deposit before January 1, 2019. Space is limited by week.

Popcorn Sale Starts September 15th
Earn your way in Scouting by selling Boy Scout Popcorn. Sale runs through October 31st. Learn More

Online Popcorn Sale Starts August 1st
Learn how to set up an online account for our child today. Check out the video below for more information.
Youth Protection Training
All registered adults must complete the new Youth Protection Training by October 1, 2018. Learn More
Jubilee 2018
October 12-14, 2018
Let the Games Begin. Come to the largest Scouting event in the Midwest. Family fun for all ages. Don't miss out!
Hazardous Weather Training
Effective April 30, 2018 new direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained. Learn More

Boy Scouts Will Be Scouts, BSA
New program name
Our iconic program for youth 11-17 will include girls beginning February 2019. The name of the program will change to Scouts, BSA. Learn More

Fall Recruitment Campaign
The new national BSA recruitment campaign is Scout Me In. This campaign focuses on what Scouting looks like from the participant's view and is inclusive of our new membership standards.
BSA National High Adventure Mid-America Council has contingents forming now for the Bechtel Summit, Northern Tier, Sea Base and Philmont for 2019 and beyond. It's not too early to start planning! Learn more

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Silver Beaver Award Nominations
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.
There is so much going on throughout the Council. Check out these upcoming events.
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