TAC Connection - NYLT, Program Supply Center, Cub Scouts, and More!

TAC Connection

May 25, 2022

A periodic communication to our Scouting Families

Our hearts, prayers, and positive thoughts reach outward to the families of all those affected in the elementary school shooting in the small Texas community of Uvalde, all of whom were of Cub Scouting age (second through fifth grade). Our collective thoughts also extend to the community itself as they grieve and start rebuilding after this terrible incident.

-Transatlantic Council, Scouts BSA

Learn the Next Steps in Leadership

“We must change boys from a ‘what can I get’ to a ‘what can I give’ attitude.” -Baden Powell.

The National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a 6-day long program where Scouts learn leadership, communication, planning, problem-solving, teamwork, as well as participate in fun outdoor challenges. At the program’s end, a Scout will be equipped with the skills necessary to be a great leader, not just in their troop but also their community. This year TAC will be holding NYLT in Grafenwöhr Germany at the Wild B.O.A.R. site from July 10th -16th. We need 2 more participants to reach our minimum course requirements.

Program Supply Center – What is it?

The Program Supply Center is designed to meet your needs related to uniforms, advancements, TAC and Black Eagle Lodge – Order of the Arrow specific items, as well as any current BSA Supply item. BSA Supply items are also available via the BSA Supply website at www.Scoutstuff.org and may be a preferred source for those who have access to an APO/FPO/DPO address for shipping purposes, as items are shipped direct from our supplier in Charlotte, NC USA. Visit us online at www.councilstuff.com/802 for all your Scouting needs.

Your Cub Scout Pack can take part in the Family Den Pilot

Transatlantic Council has been approved as a pilot council for the Family Den Pilot Program. And your pack can participate.

What does this mean? With permission, your pack can recruit and place girls and boys within the same den. This could really help to welcome new families into your Cub Scout pack.

Don’t be left out! Take the next step and complete and return this required form:

FAMILY DEN PILOT PROGRAM – PACK MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING –

to John Erskine at john.erskine@scouting.org

An online webinar for participating packs is scheduled for Thursday 30 June at 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (not a great time for TAC packs!). So, this webinar will be recorded for viewing.

Permission to Come Aboard!

Sailing, diving, or even swimming all come with potential hazards, even for advanced participants! Lives can be saved with proper supervision and training; lives can be and have been lost by not following Safety Afloat practices.

Follow the nine points of Safety Afloat to operate as safely and in line with policy as possible:

Qualified Supervision, 21 or older adult at a ratio of 1:5 adults to Scouts.
Personal Health Review, this is essential to all Scouting activities.
Swimming Ability, the annual swim test is a valuable tool to achieve this point.
Life Jackets, whenever aboard a vessel from the smallest kayak to a seafaring ship, life jackets are critical to Safety Afloat.
Buddy System, keeping track of everyone is crucial to the safety of your Scouts, and they can help by sticking with their partners.
Skill Proficiency, ensure that everyone taking part is aware of what is expected of them.
Planning, be prepared and adjust to your situation.
Equipment, make certain that all crafts in use are correct for their intended purpose.
and finally Discipline, "remember that rules are only effective when they are followed."

For more information on this and other Safety Moments visit: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/safety-afloat/

The Alps and The Adriatic

Early Bird Pricing may be over but you still have your opportunity to take part in our tradition of Unparalled Scouting! Whether you are going to be summiting the mountains of Switzerland or sailing the clear blue waters of Croatia, you and your Scouts are on your way to a world of adventure.

Get your Scouts registered to attend camp!

 https://scoutingevent.com/802-Alpine2022

 https://scoutingevent.com/802-CampAvantura2022

Questions? TAC-ServiceCenter-802@scouting.org

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