Anthony Wayne Area Council
Boy Scouts of America
September Newsletter
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“An invaluable step in character training is to put responsibility on the individual.”
Robert Baden-Powell
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The 9th annual Seafood Boil & Auction will be held October 12th, 6:00 PM at Sweetwater Sound in Fort Wayne. The Seafood Boil is a unique special event for the Anthony Wayne Area Council and northeast Indiana. The event is open to all that want to enjoy a great night of fellowship and help support the youth programs of the Boy Scouts.
The Seafood Boil Banquet and auction helps support over 5,200 youth and 2,000 volunteers that the Anthony Wayne Area Council serves each year across 11 Northeast Indiana Counties (Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, Jay, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells, and Whitley).
Last year we raised $60,000 for our Scouting program. This year, to do what we need to do for our future leaders – we would like to raise $100,000 with your help.
Table Captain Sponsorships include:
Platinum Sponsor: $4,000 (includes 2 tables of eight, full page ad in the event program, banner recognition)
Gold Sponsor: $3,000 (includes 1 table of eight, half page ad in the event program, and banner recognition)
Silver Sponsor: $2,000 (includes 1 table of eight & quarter page ad in the event program)
Enclosed is a form we would love for you to fill out for a table. Please join us for a different kind of evening – with special New Orleans, Louisiana style food, special themed drinks, dancing, and all at Sweetwater Sound on October 12, 2019.
Thank you again for taking the time to help our future leaders.
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It’s almost Popcorn Season; mark these important dates on your calendar!
September 6, 2019
Popcorn Show and Sell Distribution Day (location and time TBD)
October 24, 2019
Popcorn final return day to AWAC office
October 25, 2019
Popcorn Final Orders Due in the Trails End Popcorn System
November 8, 2019
Popcorn Final Order Distribution Day (location and time TBD)
December 2, 2019
Popcorn Money due to AWAC Office.
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Show and Sell Popcorn Orders
Pick up on Friday, September 6th from 8 until 4.
2701 Coliseum Blvd South
*This address is to the warehouse, an email with the map
to get to the loading dock will be sent to you on September 3, 2019.*
Three units per 15 minute time slot.
Email Laura at the Scout Office to reserve a time slot.
Any corn
NOT
picked up will be brought
back to the council office on Tuesday, September 10th.
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Article for next newsletter. Only need to run once since the event is in September. Can we also add a link to the attached flyer? We can put the flyer up on the website for a couple of weeks.
The Izaak Walton League to America (17100 Griffin Rd, Huntertown) is hosting a free youth Trap and Skeet shotgun shooting event on Sunday, September 8
th from 10 AM to 4 PM. Youth can shoot anytime between these time. The shoot is open for both experienced and new shooters. Beginners classes are offered at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM.
Pre-registration is not required, but is encouraged. To pre-register or if you have questions, please contact Andrew Niedermeyer at
duckhuntr66@hotmail.com or call 260-484-6041.
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NOAC - National Order of the Arrow Conference
August 3-8, 2020
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
$600 - $700 per person includes NOAC registration, travel, & Commemorative items
$100 Non-refundable deposit due by September 30th.
Payment Schedule TBD
NOAC (National Order of the Arrow Conference) is a 6-day adventure for Order of Arrow members ONLY. Located at Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. Be one of the over 7000 Arrowmen to attend the BSA’s second largest national gathering.
A typical NOAC day covers all aspects of the OA. In the morning, pick from training sessions ranging from Leadership to Indian crafts, Ceremonies, High Adventure Skills and more! The afternoon brings sports, competitions, special events and more.
NOTE: Each participant will be required to provide to the COUNCIL OFFICE a
COPY
of your complete Annual Health and Medical Record (Health Form Parts A, B and C).
Questions?
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Fall Fellowship and Vigil Weekend
At Camp Chief Little Turtle
Friday, 09-20-2019 - Sunday, 09-22-2019
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Baloo Training
September 27-28, 2019
Come have fun & learn outdoor skills
Cost
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$35 per participant
$40 after Sept 9
th
Cost covers food & information CD of the course
You will learn:
camping, fire safety, basic first aid, & many outdoor skills.
Come for the classes and stay for the fun.
Baloo training is required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event including pack camping overnights and Webelos den overnights. Training is recommended for any Cub Scout leader or parent who wants to help plan and carry out an outdoor experience for the pack.
Click the link below for more information and to register.
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IOLS Training
September 27-28, 2019
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
Cost:
$35 per participant
$40 after Sept 9
th
Cost covers food & information CD of the course
A fun filled program of hands-on skills training in the outdoors, designed to help you master basic camp skills required for Tenderfoot to First Class. Instructors will help you learn how to set up camp, cook, work with wood tools & ropes, first aid, planning campfire programs, map reading and compass skills, hiking & packing techniques, nature identification, and Outdoor Ethics. It will increase your comfort level and give you confidence as a trained, skilled leader.
Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they have completed Youth Protection Training, Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.
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For more information and to register, click the link below.
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Family Camp Patches are in! Contact Cody Zimmerman to make arrangements to receive your patches.
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Chainsaw Operator Certification Training
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SATURDAY, September 7, 2019 @ CCLT
Registration deadline: September 1st
7 am Check-In Ranger Shop
7 am – 12 pm Part 1 – Chain Saw Certification for new operators
7 am – 12 pm Chain Saw Re-certification (morning only)
12 – 1 pm Lunch Provided – Dining Hall
1 – 4 pm Part 2 – complete Chain Saw Certification for new operators
1 – 4 pm Certified Chain Saw Operators training for Chipper, Splitter & Grinder
4 pm Class dismissed (Camping and Free Time if desired)
No Cost – attendance by Registration Only – Not accepting Walk-In registrations
MUST be 18 years or older
MUST be currently registered with the BSA (Insurance coverage)
May bring your own equipment AND safety gear
REQUIRED TO WEAR: Close fitting but comfortable clothing (work shirt, leather boots w/high traction sole “steel toe preferred”, denim jeans or work pants, work gloves), water bottle. Preferred but not mandatory: Hard hat, Eye and Hearing Protection and Chainsaw Chaps.
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Camp Chief Little Turtle
“Super Scout” Cub-O-Ree!
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Team up with your Cub Scout for some SUPER Activities!
Saturday, September 28th
Cost: $25 for each Scout & Parent Team
$10 for each additional person (From your family)
Free Camping (optional)
Super Fishing, Super Crafts,
Super Shooting Sports,
Super Hero Training and more!
Earn your Shield & save the day!
Schedule
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Friday
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6:00 - 8:00 pm - Camper check-in (optional)
Saturday
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8:00-8:45 am - Registration
8:45 am - Flag Raising
9 am - 4 pm - Program (lunch at noon)
4:30 pm - Closing & Awards
Sunday
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10:00 am - Overnight Camper Checkout
Parents and Packs have the option to earn your Cub Scout rank camping requirements by camping Friday night, Saturday night or both nights. You must provide your own camping gear and additional meals. Saturday lunch is the only meal provided.
Parents and Scouts are not required to attend with their Pack.
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Come join us at Camp Chief Little Turtle
to help cut firewood.
October 19, 2019
8:00 am -4:00 pm
Please bring along your trucks, log splitters, and manpower!
Adults will run the equipment and youth will lift and carry wood. It’s a great unit service project opportunity for Cub Scouts through Venturers. Check-In will be at the Dining Hall porch for all who wish to help out!
Lunch Provided
Free tent camping this weekend only!
If your unit wishes to help out, please call Kevin Sark at
260-483-0969 so he can get you on the crew list.
Reserve your campsite contact:
to reserve a campsite AFTER you call Kevin Sark
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IF YOU HAVE LOST AND FOUND ITEMS FROM SUMMER,
CALL RANGER WALLY AT 260-316-2171!
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MAKE YOUR 2020 CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS!
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Save the Date!
March 7, 2020 | Zanesville United Methodist Church
11811 N Wayne St Zanesville, IN 46799
(15 minutes south of Scout Shop)
Registration & Class Sign Up Coming Soon!!
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Get your Training for 2020!
University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity for Scout leaders and Scouts. It is the only time during the year you can find the widest variety of training opportunities in all program areas. Weather you are new to the program or a veteran of many years, the university provides valuable courses, leadership training, and elective courses applicable across the Scouting Programs.
Questions?
Contact Dave Campbell
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Catholic Committee on Scouting
Diocese of Ft. Wayne / South Bend
Catholic Camporee
September 13-15, 2019
For:
Scouts BSA/ Venture Scouts / Girl Scouts / American Heritage Girls
Location:
St. Felix Catholic Center – Huntington
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NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Course
For Registered Scouters Only
Saturday October 26, 2019 from 8 AM to 6 PM
Camp Chief Little Turtle
Anthony Wayne Scout Reservation
Cost: $50
Registration deadline is October 1, 2019
(Includes Training Materials Only. Bring your own lunch and snacks.)
NRA Rifle Instructor Training
And
Basic Instructor Training (BIT)
For Registered Scouters Only
Fri. November 8 @ 12 PM – Sat. November 9, 2019 to 5 PM
Anthony Wayne Area Council - Scout Office
8315 W. Jefferson Blvd.; Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Cost: $55 ($45 if you took and passed the BIT training since November 8, 2017)
Registration deadline is October 28, 2019
(Includes Training Materials Only)
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Leader Specific Training
September 15 beginning at 1:00 pm
At St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bluffton, Indiana.
There will be Cubmaster, Den Leader, and Scoutmaster Training.
Contact Steve Higgins with questions.
Fall Camporee
Hosted by Troop 67
October 4-6
At Swiss Heritage Village in Berne, Indiana.
More details to come soon!
Please contact Steve Higgins with any fall recruitment information for your Cub Scout or Scouts BSA Units. Please inform Steve of the date, time, and location of the event. If you are able, your unit is encouraged to attend open houses at schools to promote scouting. If supplies are needed for these events contact Steve Higgins at
Steven.Higgins@Scouting.org
or at 260-710-5637.
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Saturday, September 21
st
, Registration – 8:00 AM,
1
st
Race @ 9:30 AM
Main & Indiana Streets, Warsaw, Indiana
Cub-O-Rama: End Games
WHEN: October 4th & 5th
WHERE: Forest Ridge Family Campground, 5000 Elder Rd.
Larwill, IN 46764
COST: $10, Includes All activities, patch, and Lunch if registered by September 27th. Late registrants and walk-ins should plan to bring their own lunch.
REGISTRATION: Online or at the AWAC up through September 27th. Walk in registration on site after 5 p.m. Friday or from 8 a.m. through 8:40 a.m. Saturday.
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Roundtable at the Council Service Center. Starting at 7:00. All leaders of Miami District welcome!! Will be giving away a new car!! New format and new direction!! See you there.
Fall camporee will be September 27-29 at the Old Fort downtown. Patrol competition as well as other activities. More details at roundtable.
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The OA chapter would like to encourage youth members to attend the September Roundtable. The Pokagon chapter will be conducting elections for officer positions and is in need of youth leaders.
Mark your Calendars!
Fall Camporee, October 18-20, 2019, at Anthony Wayne Scout Reservation. Check-in at 6pm on October 18.
More details to come soon!
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Bike Safety Rodeo
When: 09-21-2019
10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: Taylor Chapel,
10145 Maysville Rd,
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
What is the Bike Rodeo?
Decorate their Bikes and have a Bike Parade.
We will bring random items, index cards for license plates and noise/spoke makers, ribbons, twine, crepe paper etc. The kids decorate their bikes at check in, and then before the end of the event, we have them ride parade style waving at all the adults.
Paper Boy Toss Challenge.
Each rider takes turns with a bag of newspapers, tossing them into laundry baskets. This one will take a few adults and some scouts because you have to pick the newspapers up each time.
AND MORE!
Questions?
Contact Phil Ferguson
Thunderbird Fall Camporee and Cub-O-Rama
October 4-6, 2019
At CCLT
More details to come soon!
SAVE THE DATE!
Jungle George's Recruitment Event
October 19, 2019
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15% off all in stock Columbia Fleece
Wolf’em Sticks $9.99
(Reg $12.99)
Hot Sparks $2.99
(Reg $3.49)
Waterproof Match Case $4.99
(Reg. $9.99)
AWAC 8 Function Knife $6.99
(Reg $9.99)
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Is your unit having trouble getting scouts in uniform?
The Scout Shop can help.
Use our mail order catalog:
- Fall catalog now available for Leaders, Cubs and Scouts BSA
Check out a try on kit:
- Kit includes uniform pieces that require sizing and order forms
Mobile visit:
- Shout shop comes to you (limited basis call or email for more information)
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