TAC Connection - Commissioner Recharter, Klondike, Normandy Camporee and more

TAC Connection

October 27, 2021

A periodic communication to our Scouting Families

Commissioner Recharter Assistance

It’s unit rechartering time! The Transatlantic Council Commissioner Corps will hold Office Hours to assist units with rechartering questions before the charter renewal window opens so that you can be completely prepared prior to November 1.

Bring your questions to one of the following sessions (all times Central European Time, e.g. Brussels, Paris, Zürich). Each session is only 60 minutes.

Thursday, Oct 28, 2021, 7:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 30, 2021, 1:00 PM

Watch the TAC website and future TAC Connections for more Zoom meeting links to Commissioner Recharter office hours that will take place on Mondays and most Thursdays throughout November.

UPDATED ZOOM LINK:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82281732485

Remember - Charter Renewal is due by Nov 30th

Klondike Spaces are running out quick!

Taking place January 14th – 17th in the pristine Swiss Alps, Klondike is the premiere winter event for all Scouts BSA and Venturing members. Now is the time to register your unit for Klondike.

Spaces are limited and quickly running out so don’t delay in completing your registration today. Registrations are only accepted until November 30th. Register here now: https://scoutingevent.com/802-Klondike2022

Be Prepared for 2022 Friends of Scouting (FOS)

A big reason we can deliver unparalleled Scouting is because we have a strong commitment to cover the costs of the programs and services offered in Transatlantic Council—especially through the funds we raise in Friends of Scouting.

In November, we will offer Friends of Scouting training online over a series of 4 days in November. You and your Friends of Scouting volunteers are invited to attend any one of these sessions. Note that all times are Paris times.

• Monday 15 November 500pm to 630pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84041168047

• Tuesday 16 November 600pm to 730pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89203498336

• Wednesday 17 November 700pm to 830pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81385782935

• Thursday 18 November 800pm to 930pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88330544716

To raise FOS funds, all districts will be following the I-C-5 process. I-C-5 means

I “see” 5 others and invite them to give to Friends of Scouting. It’s that simple.

Questions? Please contact Vice President for Development Jim Kraimer or Scout Executive Tom Jansen

Trouble with Transfers and position changes on My.Scouting?

With all new processes come errors and challenges. In an effort to aid you with navigating the new processes on My.Scouting, the Council would like to highlight some resources available to guide you to successfully complete transfers and position changes. Please take the time to review these guides and share them with others as needed.

For position changes please view this guide.

If an In-Council transfer or a multiple position is your goal, see this guide.

Needing to transfer from another Council please follow the steps in this guide.

Lastly check out the Membership flowchart found at :

https://www.tac-bsa.org/resources/membership/

Normandy Camporee

April 8-10, 2022

We have a great camporee planned, and there is still plenty of opportunities to sign-up.

Despite all the rumors, as of press time, there are still more than 30 bungalows available if participating in a tent may be above your experience level. Sign-up today

www.tac-bsa.org/NormandyCamporee

Halloween Safety Moment

The Boy Scouts of America highly discourages the usage of its official uniforms and uniform elements (neckerchiefs, for instance) as any part of a "Halloween costume" or "get up". The uniform is designed to outwardly illustrate and highlight the Scout's commitment to service to others; as well as the location whereby most of its official insignia is displayed onto in order to highlight the personal achievements and service of the wearer.

To help promote safety for all involved in Halloween activities follow some general safety tips.

Warn children not to eat any treats before an adult has carefully examined them for evidence of tampering.
Young children should always be accompanied by an adult or an older, responsible child.
Children should not enter homes or apartments unless they are accompanied by an adult.

Check out the Consumer Product Safety Commission safety alert for more information.

Questions? TAC-ServiceCenter-802@scouting.org

Link to calendar: https://www.tac-bsa.org/Calendar