September, 2018
Twin Lakes District News
Twin Lakes District Leadership

Monthly Roundtable
Roundtable is held on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Humboldt. The objectives of Roundtable is to provide: Leaders with program ideas & Information on policy and events & Training opportunities & A forum for sharing experiences and enjoying fun and fellowship with other Scout leaders. Inspiration and motivation to enable you to provide a stronger program for your Scouts. For more information, contact Dave London, Twin Lakes District Commissioner at 515-571-1269.

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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.

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.

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

Sell Popcorn Online
Parents, get your Scout’s online profile set up and ready to start selling! TONS of cool prizes are available for online sales through Trails End! Click here for an Easy to Follow Video to set your your account.
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 Executive .

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!)
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 class 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
New Mandatory YPT Training
All registered adults must complete the new Youth Protection Training by October 1, 2018. Take training online at my.scouting.org
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! 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
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
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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