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Voyageur Council Trail Guide
April 8, 2022
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April Showers Bring Fun Activities! |
Hello Scouters,
Well, April showers are here but that doesn't have to put a damper on our Scouting fun! There's some great activities and events being planned around the Council, including the Atlético Soccer Club "Scout Night." Keep scrolling to find the link to purchase your tickets and find out what else is happening around the Council this Spring!
New and updated information this week: Events Townhall, Grizzly Den, Council Voting Representatives, Upcoming First Aid Courses, Wilderness First Aid Courses, Carleton Camporee, Properties Update, Chief Scout, RSVP 2022, Orienteering Ottawa Programs
Have you checked out the News and Events section on Scouts.ca? You can find great updates there along with new ideas, new resources, and much more!
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COVID Restrictions
Voyageur Groups in Quebec: All Groups in the Outaouais/Gatineau region (QC) may operate under Stage 5 Scouting.
Voyageur Groups in Ontario: All Groups under all Ontario Public Health Units may operate under Stage 5 Scouting.
Updated COVID restrictions were shared in an email sent on Sunday, March 20, 2022. For more detailed information, please refer to that email or click the button below.
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As a reminder to all Scouters, for your own safety and the safety of our youth and communities, you must follow public health guidelines at all times.
When in doubt, follow the most restrictive guideline.
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Events Townhall
As the weather warms up and COVID restrictions loosen, we know that many of you are beginning to plan events for the coming months.
Anyone that is interested in planning youth events in the Council (multi-Group, Council-wide, or former Area events) is highly encouraged to attend this townhall session led by Scouts Canada's Program Team. In addition to meeting the new National Commissioner for Event Support, Chris Stankaitis, the session will cover:
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The Event Management Playbook and new event support process
- Different risk categories of events
- What support is available for planning events
Attendees are encouraged to check out the Event Management Playbook i n advance and come prepared with questions for the presenters.
Central Townhall
April 10, 2022 at 7:00pm Eastern Time
Meeting ID: 842 1633 7945
Passcode: 738985
The Townhall will be recorded. Once we have access to the recording, we will share it!
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Save the Date! Atlético Soccer Club "Scout Night"
Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 6:00pm
Cost: $20.65 per ticket, with $5 from each ticket returned to the Group
Atlético Ottawa, our local soccer club, will be hosting a “Scouts Day” at their match on May 7th and you're invited! A large portion of TD Place will be reserved for Voyageur Council Groups to cheer on Atlético as they face off against the current champs, Pacific FC. Depending on COVID restrictions, Groups may be able to go on the field after the match to meet and take pictures with the players as well!
We encourage everyone to wear their uniform to show off their Scouting pride!
Not only is this a terrific opportunity to network with other Groups in the Council but it also benefits Groups as they begin to plan for fun summer and fall activities: $5 will be returned to the Group for each ticket purchased! For example, if 20 members from a Group (youth, Scouters, and/or parents) purchase tickets for the event, $100 will be given back to the Group!
Now for the most important question... will there be badges? Yes! We hope to the have the badges available at the match (subject to delivery). If we are not able to distribute them at the game, arrangements will be made with each Group for pick-up/delivery of the badges.
Please note: The entire “ByWard Market Section” (Section N, which is the far right section on the south side of TD Place) is reserved for Voyageur Council. If you want to ensure that your Group or Section sits together, you need to place one order for all tickets. If each Group member places their own order, they will be assigned a seat that is in the same section but may not necessary be near each other. Therefore, the best way to ensure that your Group or Section is seated together is to place one ticket order. Additionally, each Group needs to enter a promo code to access the booking system (which will ensure that $5 is returned to the Group for each ticket purchased). The promo code format is as follows: # + Group name (no ‘th’/’rd’). For example, 101st Ottawa would be 101Ottawa and Kingston Centre would be KingstonCentre.
If you have any difficulty, please reach out to your Relationship Manager or the CK3 for assistance.
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Grizzly Den
In partnership with Hydro One, the Grizzly Den is an exciting opportunity for Ontario Groups and Sections to access funds for next level adventures!
Similar to the "Dragon's Den" and "Shark Tank" television shows, youth will pitch adventure ideas to the Grizzlies, a panel of judges, who will award Sections a dollar amount to put towards their amazing adventure!
How do Groups participate?
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Step 1: Youth in Sections will submit a proposal (application form) to the Grizzly Den for pre-screening.
- Step 2: A Group of dedicated pre-screeners in Voyageur will support Sections to ensure their proposals are as strong as possible.
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Step 3: Sections who pass the pre-screening requirements will pitch their adventure to the Grizzlies to receive funding! (Colonies and Packs will not be required to pitch the adventure and only need to submit a proposal.)
Submission dates and deadlines
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April 8, 2022: Grizzly Den launch (webpage with application form and FAQs)
- April 8 - May 6, 2022: Application period
- May 6 - May 20, 2022: Phase 1 - Initial judging period
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May 21 - June 4, 2022: Phase 2 - Pitch to the Grizzlies
- Week of June 6, 2022: Winners announced
The Grizzly Den is a one-year program; Sections must apply during the application period and the date of the planned adventure must occur before May 31, 2023.
Please note: this program will only be available to Groups in Ontario as it is solely supported by Hydro One, an Ontario-focused company.
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Camp Opemikon Work Weekend BBQ 2022 |
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Saturday, April 23rd from 9:00am-5:00pm
Calling all Voyageur Council Venturer Companies!
Arrive Friday, April 22nd for two nights of free group camping. Lunch will be provided on Saturday, courtesy of the OPE Rover Crew.
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Council Voting Representatives
The Council Representative nomination and voting period is fast approaching. Below is this year’s schedule. Emails and reminder emails will be sent out to all members during each period (nomination and voting) to encourage participation and member engagement in the nomination and voting process.
Details regarding the nomination and voting process are available by clicking here.
Nomination period: April 5 – May 3, 2022
Candidate statements posted to website: May 16, 2022
Election period: May 17 – June 14, 2022
Results announcement: June 17, 2022
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Upcoming First Aid Courses
The St John Ambulance (SJA) Blended First Aid course is comprised of about 8 hours of online training in the David Huestis Learning Centre followed by a day of in-person training to review the online content, cover the CPR-C and AED training, and write the exam. Please keep in mind that SJA requires successful completion of the online portion in order to be allowed to attend the in-person class.
- Hosted by 1st Carp Group
- May 14-15 at 9:00am | Huntley Community Centre in Carp
- Cost is $90
- Age: All Scouters and first-year Scouts and up (11+)
- Taught by Ottawa Paramedic Service
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To register: Click here
- Hosted by 1st Aylmer Group
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May 15 at 8:00am | Centre Communautaire Ernest-Lattion
- 30 Rue Court, Gatineau, QC J9H 4L6 (Aylmer sector)
- Cost is $75 (payable by etransfer)
- Age: 13 years old or older on the date of the in-person course
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To register: Contact zuzu.gadallah@gmail.com
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Please note: Registration will close on May 12 at 6:00pm. The online portion must be completed no later than 6:00pm on May 14 in order to attend the in-person class. Priority will be given to 1st Aylmer Scouters and youth.
If you have any questions about first aid, please contact Alex Gazaleh, Voyageur Council First Aid Training Coordinator.
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Wilderness First Aid Courses
1st Carp Scouts is offering a Basic Wilderness First Aid course through Canadian Wilderness Medical Training and Scouts Canada volunteers. Each course is 1 weekend, and includes Standard First Aid certification as well as meeting the Wilderness Medical Association's requirements for Wilderness First Aid.
The course is currently being offered:
- April 30th-May 1st @ Sarsfield Community Centre (SE of Orleans) - $165
- Register for our contact list and receive priority notification of other courses
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1st Carp Scouts is also offering an Advanced Wilderness First Aid course on June 4-5 (8:30am-5:00pm both days)! The course will take place at 1350 Baseline Road in Ottawa and the cost is $190. This course provides a comprehensive and practical perspective on dealing with common wilderness injuries through to life threatening situations. The program is divided between classroom and practical skills, utilizing scenarios and simulations to enhance learning and develop effective interventions and competent patient care.
Basic Wilderness First Aid is a prerequisite, completed within the last 12 months. This course also serves as a re-cert for those with current Advanced Wilderness First Aid certificates.
Registration will open on April 13.
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May 6-8, Wesley Clover Parks Campground (Nepean)
Cost: $30
This is practical outdoor skills training for Scouters, of interest to anyone wishing to add to their personal outdoor skills and knowledge for three season outdoor activities. This training is also ideally suited for those working towards the Canadian Path Wood Badge 2 Scouter Development cards related to outdoor activities.
Click here to access the course brochure with more details.
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The Beach Party is back on! The annual Carleton Camporee is returning May 27-29, 2022 at Fitzroy Provincial Park.
This is an all-section camp with a full traditional camp program: Beach party theme, parade, rounds of activities/games, competitions, campfire, Scouts Own. This year, we expect about 500 attendees, in our usual location that accommodates 1,200.
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1st Kanata - Bike Exchange and Sale 2022 |
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Each year, 1st Kanata Scout Group hosts an Annual Bike Exchange and Sale, selling hundreds of bikes as a service to the greater Ottawa community and to raise funds to support the Scouting programs in 1st Kanata Scout Group.
Want to Buy a Bike?
The floor is open from 8:30-11:00am on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Mlacak Arena (2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata). The lineup starts early. Cash or cheque with ID only. Bike prices range from $10 to $300, typically 33% of the retail store price.
Want to Sell a Bike?
Bike drop-off is from 6:00-8:00pm on Friday, April 22, 2022 or 7:00-8:30am on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Mlacak Arena (2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata). $1 fee per item for putting it in the sale. Sellers set a fixed price. If an item sells, 1st Kanata keeps a 20% commission, sellers collect their 80% of the price (and any unsold items) between 11:15-11:45am on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Unsold items not collected are treated as donations. Clean, working bikes in good condition have the best chance of selling. Helmets cannot be sold.
Want to Donate a Bike?
Email Bikes@1stkanatascouts.org or bring the donation to the Bike Exchange and Sale. Donations will be repaired and sold to raise funds to support the Scouting programs in 1st Kanata Scout Group.
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Meet Chief Scout, Survivorman Les Stroud!
As you may be aware, Survivorman Les Stroud was officially invested as Scouts Canada’s Chief Scout in December 2021. The ultimate adventurer, Les brings expertise in outdoor survival skills with a genuine connection and respect for nature. Through the year, the Chief Scout meets with Scouters and youth at Group meetings, ScoutCons, camps, and award ceremonies.
If you would like to invite Les Stroud to attend an event in the 2022 year, please fill out this form. Only events taking place after June 1st, 2022 will be considered to allow time for coordination. Depending on the Chief Scouts travel schedule, virtual attendance may be the only option.
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RSVP 2022
Friday, May 6 to Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Camp Opemikon
Welcome back to Scouting! RSVP is a camp open to Rovers, Scouts (13-14 Y/O), Venturers, and Pathfinders. Take part in archery, paddling, ropes, campfire, music and so much more!
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Orienteering Ottawa Programs
Orienteering Ottawa is running spring programs that may be of interest. They offer programs at three different levels, geared to different age groups. All of the programs are aligned with Orienteering Canada and Sport for Life's guidelines for age appropriate sport and orienteering. Programs run at the same time, and the adult program also runs during the 6:30-7:30 time slot each night — so dropping off your 8 and 12 year old happens at the same place, at the same time!
This season programs are running on two evenings:
- Ottawa West, Mondays from 5:00-6:00 OR 6:30-7:30
- Ottawa East, Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30
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Our Scouts Canada Properties are currently working through the approval process from each local Public Health Unit (PHU) and Provincial Public Health Ministries in order to allow camping. Please understand that this process is taking time. The Properties Team is working hard to seek clarification, especially as COVID restrictions continue to loosen across Ontario and Quebec, and will welcome all Sections for indoor and outdoor overnight camping as soon as permitted.
- Camp Whispering Pines:
- Closed to all bookings until May 2022
- Camp Sheldrick:
- Not yet available to book.
- Camp Legewade:
- Currently closed.
Please note that all bookings must be made at least 72 hours in advance
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Camp Legewade - Camp Committee |
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