TAC Connection
February 16, 2022
A periodic communication to our Scouting Families
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Help Ensure Safe Sledding Practices
Most people agree that kids on slippery saucers careening down an icy hill at upwards of 20 miles per hour can be dangerous. According to the Center on Injury Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, more than 20,000 kids younger than 19 are treated for sledding injuries annually.
Assist our Scouting community by sharing these important guidelines this winter:
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Ensure all participants have the proper attire; this includes an appropriate, properly fitted helmet.
- Check slopes for bare spots, holes, and obstructions, such as fences, rocks, poles, or trees.
- Make sure all equipment is in good condition, free of sharp edges and cracks. It is recommended to utilize steerable sleds.
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Riders should sit or lay on their back on top of the sled with feet pointing downhill; never sled headfirst.
Remind units to use the Scouting SAFE Checklist when engaging in any winter activities, and find additional safety tips for winter activities in these BSA Safety Moments for Scout units:
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Scouters Virtual Conference 2022
Every Scout deserves well trained leaders!
Transatlantic Council will offer the " Building the Trail for Scouting" Scouters Virtual Conference online, Saturday, March 12th. There will be sessions for Cub Scouting, STEM/NOVA, Religious programs, National Jamboree, Camping, Merit Badges, and other topics to help benefit you and your Scouting program.
Participants can select one or more classes throughout the day. All times start at Central European Time - Paris time).
The registration cost is $10 which includes the mailing of an event patch to your door. For those who want additional SVC 2022 patches, they’ll be available for sale as well. Register here.
Interested in hosting a session? Contact Event Director Raleigh “Toma” Mallett
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Wood Badge 2022- Reinventing Leadership
Transatlantic Council Wood Badge Course 11-802-22 will be held July 17-23, 2022 at Camp Freedom in Oberdachstetten, Germany.
Leadership skills taught are useful in Scouting and elsewhere. The program is for Cub Scout, Scouts BSA and Venturing leaders, as well as council and district roles. Wood Badge draws upon the most current leadership models being used by corporate America, academic circles, and successful outdoor leadership organizations throughout the United States. Click here for more information and to register.
Questions? Please email Course Director Joshua Dick. |
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Normandy Camporee 2022
Normandy is one of the 5 aims of the TAC Game Plan. Plans for the 2022 edition of the camporee are right on track to delivery a premier camporee experience.
It is not too late to make plans to join us April 8-10, 2022 in Normandy, France for a great camporee that will bring forth not only the history of the D-Day landings, but also activities to celebrate Scouts as Messengers of Peace, and opportunities to pay tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
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