December 2018 Tarheel Scouter
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Dear Scouts and Scouters:
I was at Camp Boddie a few weeks ago watching some Scouts build a fire to stay warm.
Although it can be done, it’s not easy to build a fire alone. It takes time a patience. One must collect tinder, kindling, and fuel wood. It has to be sorted to be used at the proper time in the fire building process. Fuel, and sometimes kindling, needs to be split. The fire lay must be assembled in the correct manner to allow enough air to reach the tinder to ignite the kindling to burn the fuel.
As I watched these Scouts, an Eagle Scout told me that building a fire is a lesson in leadership. Collecting wood involves everyone on the team. Splitting wood is like delegating. Building the fire lay requires guidance from a skilled leader. What he said next was most profound. “If all the components don’t work together, it doesn’t work. That’s the same in a patrol, a troop, or on an Eagle project.” I would add it also applies to business and families. What a valuable lesson to understand as a new Eagle Scout.
We have lessons like this in everything we do in Scouting: pitching tents builds teamwork; tying knots teaches problem-solving; carving Pinewood Derby cars teaches creativity; washing dishes on a campout teaches responsibility; and community service teaches the value of hard work, empathy, and helping others.
I am beyond proud of the efforts of Scouts in helping others following Hurricane Florence. Over 4,000 hours of service have been reported. Right now, Scouts from councils in six states are collecting children’s books, school supplies, and Christmas presents to bring to those effected in eastern North Carolina. Our own Croatan Lodge 117 is collecting new socks and underwear as part of this effort. More details are in this edition of the
Tarheel Scouter
. If you are able, please support this effort.
Related to youth protection is the
Guide to Safe Scouting
. The “Scouter Code of Conduct” in the
Guide
outlines more steps to protecting our Scouts – including following safe driving practices while transporting Scouts, and no possession or use of alcohol, drugs, fireworks, or firearms on Scout outings. It’s a good reminder for all of us.
In service,
Doug Brown, Jr.
Scout Executive / CEO
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BOY SCOUTS “HELP OTHER PEOPLE AT ALL TIMES”
PROVIDE HURRICANE RELIEF
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Boy Scouts from ten councils in six states are collecting items to assist with recovery from Hurricane Florence. There are hundreds of items needed, but in conversations with school district superintendents, local United Ways, and county management officials, the list was limited to the most needed items that Scouts could collect.
Scouts in Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and North Carolina are collecting school library books, Christmas presents, school supplies, socks, and underwear for those affected by Hurricane Florence in Carteret, Craven, Jones, and Onslow Counties.
Croatan Lodge 117, Order of the Arrow, is collecting new socks and underwear for boys, girls, men and women. Please bring these items to your district popcorn pickup location on December 8, or bring to the Council Service Center by December 13.
Distribution will be Saturday, December 15. At this writing, specific times are still to be determined.
Scouts and Scouters will be needed to help unload and sort the items at each location. Details will be announced as soon as delivery times are finalized. We are very grateful for UPS for donating the pick-up and transport of these thousands of items to eastern North Carolina.
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More than 2,000 homes are uninhabitable due to flooding, mold growth, or trees through the roofs. Children were out of school in the four hardest hit counties from 3 to 7 ½ weeks. Onslow County Schools had thousands of library books destroyed from water or mold growth. Two schools in Jones County are permanently closed. Hundreds of families still are living in hotels, FEMA trailers, or staying with friends or relatives with multiple families sharing one house. 523 children in one county are homeless.
Boy Scouts can help restore school and classroom libraries. Families are spending all their available funds repairing their homes and taking care of basic needs. Scouts can make Christmas special for thousands of children by providing Christmas presents their families cannot afford at this point in the recovery process.
THANK YOU for your help! This is a critical part of the recovery process and we could not do it without the BSA Scouts from each participating council.
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WORD
Coastal Moving and Storage
10AM-12PM
525 Bell Fork Rd
Jacksonville NC
Pitt
Caremaster (New location)
8:30-10:30 AM
610 Dexter St
Greenville, NC 27834
Blackbeard
Pinetown VFD
8:30-10:00 AM
7262 N Boyd Rd
Pinetown, NC 27865
Neuse Basin
D
amco Inc.
9:00-11:00 AM
1103 US-17
Bridgeton, NC 28519
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Croatan Trails
Acme Movers & Storage Co.
10AM-12PM
5030 Mattie St.
Morehead City, NC 28557
Lewis-Deanes
Rosemary Bonded Warehouse
8:30-10:00 AM
501 East 12
th Street
Roanoke Rapids, NC 278790
Caswell & MCO
Perry Service Center
10 AM - 12 PM
313 Boy Scout Blvd.
Kinston, NC 28501
Tar River & Wilson
3C Store Fixtures, Inc
9:00-10:30am
3363 U.S. Hwy 301 N
Wilson, NC 27893
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YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING 2.0 (YPT2)
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All registered leaders were required to complete the new YPT 2.0 by September 30, 2018. 40% of our registered leaders have still to complete the new training. Do not wait. This is
the one designated Youth Protection Training for all adults.
All new registered leaders are required to complete YPT 2.0 before registering.
All currently registered leaders are required to complete the updated training.
Those who do not complete the new YPT 2.0 will not be able to renew their membership. This will impact a unit’s ability to recharter. The enhanced and updated content will allow leaders and councils to comply with all current legal requirements. While this may be inconvenient for some, it reflects the BSA’s commitment to the safety of all youth.
The mandatory training includes three modules covering the following:
Overview and Policies
Sexual Abuse
Bullying
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YPT2 is accessible from a my.Scouting.org account, but BSA registration is not required to take the training. BSA chartering organization members are welcome to take the training free of charge. The training certificate will be available for printing only after completing the three required training modules and passing the test. The training certificate must accompany a new BSA adult application. Most Districts are offering the course in a live presentation.
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Help Scouts Protect Themselves
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The Boy Scouts of America produced two age appropriate videos designed to educate boys about child abuse and how to protect themselves.
The video, A Time to Tell, is for boys 11 years of age and older. It Happened to Me is designed for boys ages 6 to 9 years of age. These videos are an important part of the BSA’s Youth Protection training. The videos present common situations in which sexual abuse might occur and emphasize the BSA’s “three Rs” of Youth Protection.
Each Boy Scout troop and Cub Scout pack are encouraged to show the age appropriate video to its members once a year
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It is important that we all recognize that child sexual abuse is a serious problem in our society and that Scouts are prepared to take appropriate steps to protect themselves if they, or their friends, are confronted by a person who attempts to put them in a situation where sexual abuse could occur. Nobody expects that Scouts are going to be sexually abused. However, just as we learn first aid skills to prepare ourselves in case we ever need to use them, we also need to learn about sexual abuse.
Leaders are encouraged to view the appropriate video and read the discussion guide before showing to Scouts at a pack or troop meeting. There are difficult, yet realistic, scenarios presented in the videos. Parents are encouraged to participate as well.
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Memory of Oscar Greene Jr.
From:
Lee & Mary Beth Cowper
Lenoir Memorial Hospital
William Rouse
Sumrell Sugg Carmichael Hicks & Hart, PA
George Matthis Family
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2019 Camp Boddie Winter Camp
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Gather your Boy Scouts for a fun filled long-weekend (Friday - Monday) while earning some of the Merit Badges they missed at Summer Camp. The attached flyer includes a list of the Merit Badges being offered. We are looking for great volunteer Merit Badge Counselors as well. First come first served so hurry and sign up today!
Are you or would you like to become a merit badge counselor and help out?...
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NSTRUCTOR OPTION:
Any adult leader who is able to teach a merit badge will attend at no cost with 1/2 off of the registration for one youth. If you would like to take us up on this offer, please call for availability at 252-933-1309 before you register.
MERIT BADGE REGISTRATION:
Merit Badge registration will be through Tentaroo at the same time you register for Winter Camp. If you have any questions about Tentaroo, please call 252-522-1521 and speak with Aimee or Teresa.
If you would like to volunteer to lead an additional evening program, training course, or Merit Badge please call 252-933-1309.
We'll see you there!
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It’s time to check your unit rosters. Each fall approximately 1,000 new boys join Scouting in East Carolina Council. Sometimes those applications are held by parents, den leaders, a committee member, Scoutmaster, or Cubmaster. Through no one’s fault, those boys do not get registered for weeks or months – even though they are active and participating. The problem is they cannot earn advancement until they are registered.
Please send your roster of active Scouts to your District Commissioner, District Chair, or District Executive who will compare it to the list of those registered in the system. Most units have one to sometimes five active Scouts who are not registered.
It is good to include those Scouts on the unit online recharter, however their applications need to be submitted to the Council Service Center in Kinston so they can be registered now, be covered by accident and sickness insurance, and earn the advancements they deserve!
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***ATTENTION: Position-specific training courses for Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts (Scouts BSA) are being updated and will be available January 2, 2019. Any progress on current training materials will not carry over to the new learning plan so plan to complete any in-progress training before December 31, 2018.***
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CONTINUING ED
– Monthly at your district Roundtable
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EVERY Scout DESERVES A TRAINED LEADER.
We believe that every Scout deserves a trained leader. We want to make sure that you understand how Scouting works and that you're properly equipped to deliver a fun and fulfilling program to our youth. The Boy Scouts of America provides a wealth of training opportunities at every level of Scouting. Whether you're a first-time Cub leader or a high adventure veteran, there's a training course for you. Continual learning is a key to the success of our programs.
YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING
Youth Protection training is designed to help you keep our youth safe from abuse. You will learn the Boy Scouts of America's Youth Protection Guidelines, signs of abuse, and how to report suspected abuse.
CUBMASTER AND ASSISTANT CUBMASTER POSITION TRAINING intended to provide Cubmasters with the information and tools they need to successfully lead a Cub Scout pack. Cubmasters and assistants who complete this training as well as Youth Protection, and Weather Hazards training are considered “trained” for both positions.
DEN LEADER POSITION TRAINING provides Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos den leaders with the information and tools they need to conduct successful den meetings. Den leaders who complete the Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Scout den leader training, along with Youth Protection training and Weather Hazards training are considered trained for their position.
SCOUTMASTER POSITION TRAINING provides Scoutmasters with the basic information and tools they need to lead successful Boy Scout troops Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters who complete this course,
must also complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS), Youth Protection Training, and Weather Hazards Training in order to be "trained" for those positions. The Outdoor course must be taken in during a course held by a district or council. The Outdoor course is required to be considered fully trained.
VENTURING ADVISOR AND ASSOCIATE POSITION TRAINING provides an introduction to the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful Venturing crew leadership experience
merit badge counselor training provides an introduction to the responsibilities, and advancement guidelines used by merit badge counselors, who also must take Youth Protection Training
BASIC LEADER – WHAT IS REQUIRED?
Need to know what are the requirements to be trained for your unit leadership role?
Position-Specific (Role-Based) Courses -
Basic Leader Requirements
Where do I find out about live courses if I missed Roundtable in my district? Training Courses and other events are also listed on
the East Carolina Council Website. To register for live training go to the Council home page at
www.eccbsa.org and click on
Event Flyers.
LIVE Outdoor Skills training
sOME COURSES MUST BE DONE LIVE:
baloo – Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation, an instructor led course that is required of a minimum of one adult leader on pack family campouts and Webelos Den Camping. An online training component is required prior to participating.
IOLS -
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills - 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”.
Fundamentals of Training – required training for Unit Trainers, and district/council training team members
The Trainers EDGE – required for Wood Badge and NYLT Staff and continuing education for Trainers after taking Fundamentals of Training.
STEM Nova Counselor Training – to provide training for STEM Nova counselors
ADVANCED TRAINING
Wood Badge – an advanced national leadership course for Scouting volunteers and professionals. For more see the ECC home page and click on Wood Badge under Quick Links
ONLINE SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING – PROGRAM SAFETY
Exploring Ride-Along Safety
Hazardous Weather Training
Safe Swim Defense
Safety Afloat
Trek Safely
Climb on Safely
Drive Safely
continue learning by
Viewing current and archived podcasts for Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting
Attending Roundtable – from the home page click on districts to locate information on your local roundtable meetings held monthly. These meetings are held to give out information, provide useful program enhancements, discuss relevant Scouting topics, fellowship with other Scouters, and to learn and well as to share ideas, techniques and more.
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CHANGE to Adult Registration Requirement Beginning June 1, 2018
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The BSA announced an update to adult registration requirements on March 9, 2018 which mandate that
all adults accompanying any unit (pack, troop, crew, team , ship, or post) to a Scouting activity lasting 72 hours or more must be registered as a leader
, including completion of a criminal background check and Youth Protection Training —
effective June 1, 2018
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Requiring registration, background checks, and YPT for adults adds another dimension of protection. Recognizing the affect these requirements have on parents and programs, this step is being taken to underscore how important youth protection measures are to safe Scouting.
The BSA fully recognizes the affect these requirements will have on parents and programs and offer the following clarification:
- This change applies to all Scouting programs
- The new requirement applies to any adult accompanying any Scout unit on a single Scouting activity where they are present for three or more nights (not necessarily consecutive)
- These adults must be registered as leaders, including the completion of a BSA Adult Application, a criminal background check and Youth Protection Training before the activity.
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On my honor I promise to do my best to comply with this
Boy Scouts of America Scouter Code of Conduct
while serving in my capacity as an adult leader:
1. I have or will complete my registration with the Boy Scouts of America, answering all questions truthfully and honestly.
2. I will do my best to live up to the Scout Oath and Scout Law, obey all laws, and hold others in Scouting accountable to those standards. I will exercise sound judgment and demonstrate good leadership and use the Scouting program for its intended purpose consistent with the mission of the Boy Scouts of America.
3. I will make the protection of youth a personal priority. I will complete and remain current with youth protection training requirements. I will be familiar with and follow:
c. The Sweet Sixteen of BSA Safety:
4. When transporting Scouts I will obey all laws, comply with youth protection guidelines, and follow safe driving practices.
5. I will respect and abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America, BSA policies, and BSA-provided training, including but not limited to, those relating to:
a. Unauthorized fundraising activities.
b. Advocacy on social and political issues, including prohibited use of the BSA uniform and brand.
c. Bullying, hazing, harassment, and unlawful discrimination of any kind.
6. I will not discuss or engage in any form of sexual conduct while engaged in Scouting activities. I will refer Scouts with questions regarding these topics to talk to their parents or spiritual advisor.
7. I confirm that I have fully disclosed and will disclose in the future any of the following:
a. Any criminal suspicion, charges or convictions of a crime or offense involving abuse, violence, sexual misconduct, or any misconduct involving minors or juveniles.
b. Any investigation or court order involving domestic violence, child abuse, or similar matter.
c. Any criminal charges or convictions for offenses involving controlled substances, driving while intoxicated, firearms or dangerous weapons.
8. I will not possess, distribute, transport, consume, or use any of the following items prohibited by law or in violation of any Scouting rules, regulations and policies:
a. Alcoholic beverages or controlled substances, including marijuana.
b. Concealed or unconcealed firearms, fireworks, or explosives.
c. Pornography or materials containing words or images inconsistent with Scouting values.
9. If I am taking prescription medications with the potential of impairing my functioning or judgment, I will not engage in activities which would put Scouts at risk, including driving or operating equipment.
10. I will take steps to prevent or report any violation of this code of conduct by others in connection with Scouting activities.
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World Scout Jamboree Mondial
July 22 – August 2, 2019
Summit Bechtel Reserve, West Virginia
DON’T WAIT! Troops and crews are being formed now.
A true once-in-a-lifetime Scouting experience comes every four years. The World Scout Jamboree, organized by the World Organization of the Scouting Movement (WOSM), brings Scouts from 169 countries together for two weeks to share their Scouting and cultural experiences. Requirements and prices are set by WOSM. This WSJ is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Currently 14 East Carolina Council Scouts are registered to attend.
East Carolina Council has additional spaces for youth. It’s not too late.
Eligibility:
Youth participants
: Boys and girls age 14 to 17 on the first day of the Jamboree. (Birthday between July 22, 2001, and July 21, 2005)
IST (Staff)
: Age 18 or older on the first day of the Jamboree. (Birthday before July 22, 2001)
Cost:
Scouts:
$2,500. Price includes travel from a “hub city” to be announced later.
IST (Staff):
$1,800 (plus travel costs)
How to apply:
All Scouts and IST (Staff) apply online to the BSA.
Scouts
Scouts will be notified if they have been accepted or are being put on a waiting list. Applicants on the waiting list that are not selected will receive a full refund (including their initial deposit).
Leaders
All unit leadership has been selected. Those announcements should be forthcoming soon.
IST (International Service Team)
Once approved by the U.S. contingent leadership, the application will be sent to the WSJ organizers. The host will notify the applicant of acceptance and job assignment. If an applicant is not accepted, he or she will receive a full refund.
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GLENN A. AND MELINDA W. ADAMS NATIONAL EAGLE SCOUT SERVICE PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARD
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The Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award was started in 2009 to recognize valuable service of an exceptional nature by a Scout to a religious institution, a school, community, or other entity. The award recognizes the Scout for his Eagle Scout leadership service project, which is part of the requirements for earning the Eagle Scout Award.
Each year, local councils select a council-level winner. From all council winners, each region selects a region-level winner, who each receive $500. From the four regional finalists, the Adam’s Family personally selects the national winner, who receives $2,500.
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The 2017 National winner was Eagle Scout Blake Deaton from East Carolina Council. Read more about Blake’s project, and download the application at:
www.nesa.org/adams_award.html
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The deadline to be received at the council service center is January 21, 2019
. The Scout must have passed his Eagle board of review in the prior calendar year (January 1 to December 31, 2018).
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Looking for the Perfect Eagle Gift
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Round Eagle Plaque D9188 24.99
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Flat Single Eagle Plaque D9190 19.99
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Gold Eagle Statue D9189 19.99
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Eagle w/ Flag D9191 14.99
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Trail’s End Popcorn Sale Begins on September 3
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Sign-up Now to Earn $ for Your Unit’s Operating Budget!
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Commission Structure:
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To simplify your qualification you start at a base commission of 33%
(1% increase over last year).
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If your unit attends kick-off and signs up by August 4th, add 1%.
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If your unit shows an increase of 7%, you receive an additional 2%
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Online commission - 40% Commission for online sales
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Plus a host of exciting Council and Nationally Sponsored Prizes!
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There is no 50% High Adventure Commission this year, but we will honor previous sales commissions accrued for this purpose per the past records up until scout turns 18.
Last day to register for Take Order Phase of Sale: October 5th
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2018-2019 Popcorn Calendar Updated
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July 18th--Trail's End Family Guides delivered
August 4th-Program Kick-off
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August 9th--
Commitment Forms and Show-N-Sell Order Forms Due
August 25th—Show-N-Sell orders distributed
September 3rd-Popcorn Sale Begins
November 19th -- Show N' Sell Returns (Anticipate take order sales before returning)
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November 27th--Popcorn Orders Due
December 8th--Popcorn Distributed
December 21st--Popcorn Money and Prize Orders Due
January 18th--All Prizes Received by individuals
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