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Longhouse Council - Pathways - February 18, 2022
Vol. #4 Issue #7
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Nominate a Deserving Volunteer Today
Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on the youth or program of our Council? Now is the time to submit a nomination to recognize their contributions.
Each year, every Council in the BSA has the opportunity to honor adult volunteers who have provided outstanding service to scouting on a Council level.
Submit the nomination form via email to longhouse@scouting.org before the last Friday in March (3/25/22) for consideration.
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Remembrance of David Whyte |
On Saturday, March 5th at 2:00pm at Christ Church in Manlius. There will be a Celebration of Life for David Whyte. As David played a big role in the church this will be a traditional service but rather than being sad the hope is to celebrate all that David meant to so many people. Four voices will talk during the service from the four area of David’s life, family, work, scouts and church.
Also as part of the service bulletin there will be a book of remembrances, so if you have a memory, funny story, or recollection you’d like to share you can email it directly to the church at church.office@christchurchmanlius.org using the subject line Celebration of Life David Whyte.
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This thing called Wood Badge.
"There is this 'thing' called Wood Badge", said an assistant scoutmaster, "There are three of us signed up. You should sign up too.". My son and I had just crossed over to a Troop from Cub Scouts, and for whatever reason, I just said yes.
Maybe I should have asked more questions, I didn't know what it was, or why I should take it. I just said yes.
I got to experience all the same things our scouts experience when they join a Troop, Ship or Crew. The nervous anticipation of meeting new people. The delightful struggle of forming new groups and figuring out my place within them. The opportunity to camp and eat and work and learn with these strangers, who would become friends, brothers and sisters. The challenge of learning new skills and acquiring tools and techniques that can help in every area of life.
I can tell you that I brought home many things from Wood Badge. I brought home an understanding of my place in Scouting. I returned with new goals to aim for, and the tools to reach those goals. I gained new friends and by extension have this experience in common with Scouters around the world. The most important thing I brought home from Wood Badge was excitement for the future and the drive to make it happen.
I can't tell you what Wood Badge is, not really, for it will be different for every person. I can however tell you one last thing.
There is this 'thing' called Wood badge.
You should go.
Time is running out to sign up. Registration closes on Saturday April 23rd
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2022 Wood Badge
NST 10-373-22
Wood Badge @ Camp Woodland
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SABATTIS
SCOUT
RESERVATION
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The time to get ready for Summer Camp is NOW.
Be on the look out, all next week for updates and announcements about Sabattis Scout Reservation and and Scouts BSA Day Camps.
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Citizenship in Society
The new merit badge encourages Scouts to explore important topics around diversity, equity, inclusion and ethical leadership and learn why these qualities are important in society and in Scouting. Beginning July 1, 2022, the Citizenship in Society merit badge will be required for any youth seeking to achieve the prestigious Eagle Scout rank.
Application for merit badge counselors are being accepted now, but this isn't your run of the mill process. Counselors will be put through a rigorous review process and once accepted will be required to attend a special training. Please contact the Service Center for more info.
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The Bake for Good Program at King Arthur Baking Company and Cabot Cheese are excited to announce a live virtual bake-along event for Scouts!
Bake for Good and Cabot Cheese have joined forces to create a new educational patch for Scouts, Let Good Thoughts Rise. We are hosting a live bake-along on Mindful Baking: Cheddar Scones and we would love for your Scouts to join us. Baking for our friends and family brings joy and deliciousness into our lives. Incorporating simple mindfulness practices improves our physical and mental health. This new program brings together baking and mindfulness as we Let Good Thoughts Rise. Register your Scouts today!
Details:
Mindful Baking Bake-Along: Cheddar Cheese Scones
Sunday March 13, 2022
2:00pm Eastern Time
- The program is approximately 1.5 hours
- Held live on Zoom
- This is a free virtual bake-along event. You will bake along live with Bake for Good Instructors and Scout Troops around the country as we make scones and learn to incorporate mindfulness into our baking practice.
- Join from your individual homes or gather as a Troop.
- All scouts who attend receive a Let Good Thoughts Rise patch
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Register for the event now, space is limited.
Next Steps:
- Register here.
- Once you have registered, a Bake for Good instructor will contact you to confirm your information, provide additional details to help make your program a success, and share next steps.
- The contact person for your Troop will receive coupons for King Arthur Baking and Cabot products, and dough scrapers for the members of your troop. The recipe will be shared via email.
- Each troop will be responsible for gathering the ingredients and materials they need to bake.
- The contact person will receive a link to the Zoom meeting the day before the program. They will then share the link with your group members, as appropriate.
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BSA Safety Moment
Energy Drinks
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SUMMARY
The consumption of energy drinks by children may lead to serious medical consequences. The American Academy of Pediatrics has stated that “stimulant-containing energy drinks have no place in the diet of children and adolescents.”
Energy drinks contain stimulants such as caffeine and unregulated additives that may increase caffeine’s potency. Their use is discouraged by the BSA.
GENERAL INFORMATION
You’ve seen the advertisements for energy drinks and have probably seen youth drinking them, but just what are they? Are they safe? And do they have a place in Scouting or not?
According to the National Institutes of Health, a 24-ounce energy drink may contain as much caffeine as four or five cups of coffee. High doses of caffeine, combined with the other additives in energy drinks, are especially a concern for children with underlying health issues or those taking certain medications. But high doses of caffeine are worrisome for all Scout-age youth and may cause serious side effects. Energy drinks have been known to disturb the heart’s natural rhythm, raise blood pressure, and increase the risk of sudden death. These drinks have also been linked to reductions in brain blood flow, seizures, and behavioral disorders. Frequently they cause anxiety, insomnia, stomach upset, muscle twitching, restlessness, and headaches.
In addition, a single serving may contain more sugar than is recommended for an entire day. Those extra calories can add up fast and may contribute to obesity in youth.
Are energy drinks and sports drinks the same thing? No! Sports drinks—a combination of carbohydrates, minerals, and electrolytes—do not contain caffeine. They are intended to replenish water and electrolytes lost through sweating during intense exercise and can be safely used by youth in limited amounts for hydration.
Energy drinks make up about half of the beverage market internationally, and consumption has increased seven-fold in Scout-age youth in the past 15 years. The popularity of energy drinks among youth makes the dangers posed especially concerning. Because of the potential health risks, energy drinks are to be discouraged at all Scouting events.
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Scout Shop Hours:
Monday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
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Check out the Scout Shop Facebook page for weekly sales
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You do not need an appointment to shop at the Scout Shop.
You are welcome to come in anytime.
Also check out our new tool that can help you shop.
You can have your order shipped, pick up in store, or curbside pick-up. We are more than happy to help you shop in any way that makes you feel comfortable.
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For more information on events, training opportunities, and other activities happening in your district, visit your district webpage:
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Other Dates of Interest
Office Closed- Saturday, & Sunday
Office & Scout Shop Closed - February 21st President's Day
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“There’s no such thing as bad weather – only the wrong clothes.”– Billy Connolly |
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