June 2021, Issue #26
Commissioner's Corner
There is "Scouting in the Air" and the excitement among the youth and volunteers is palpable. For the first time in almost two years, we will have summer programs for all ages of the program. The staff at Rotary is ready for full resident camp experience and volunteers at Wakpominee have excellent one day programs to keep you busy and having fun. Cub Scouts will experience everything from one day programs to a full week of day camp, or resident camp.
It is my hope, that each unit has taken the time to plan out a summer program that includes one or more of these programs, or has quality plans of their own. This is also an excellent opportunity to reach out to those families who have not yet returned to Scouting since leaving during the pandemic.

Looking ahead to the Fall, units need to be ready to hit the ground running with a solid program plan and recruitment plan. Organizing these plans and making sure that everyone is on the same page is a vital piece to a successful unit. If you are have not scheduled your Unit Planning Conference yet, now is the time. If you need help with these, either resources or an experienced mentor who work with you on this, please reach out to your Commissioner ASAP. We can help!

I hope all of you have a wonderful summer with your units and your families.

Yours in Service,

Council Commissioner
Camping and Program
For assistance contact Steven Dunn Assistant Scout Executive or Rheanna Meier Program Executive
Day Camp- "OUTSIDE, UNPLUGGED, & ENGAGED!”
 
Did you know there is only 62 more days till Cub Scout Astronaut Academy?

Are you concerned your Cub Scout is spending too much time playing Video games?


We've got a solution: CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP!
Twin Rivers Council is offering 2 weeks of exciting, outdoor experience while participating in age-appropriate activities such as archery, BB's, crafts, nature, scout skills, sports & games and much MORE!!
Don't forget to sign up today!! Click on the link below to get to our website to register!!
Look forward to seeing you at Camp this summer!
 
Sign up today!!
 
Space station RSR @ Rotary Scout Reservation
July 19th – 23rd
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Transportation is available for Day Camp at Rotary Scout Reservation
 
Space Station WAK @ Camp Wakpominee
Aug 9th – 13th
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
 
Check out our website at https://trcscouting.org/cub-day-camp/ for more information and any questions please feel free to email the TRC Day Camp Staff at TRCdaycamp2021@gmail.com
Cub Scout Resident Camp!!

Sign up today to become a Space Ranger at Rotary Scout Reservation! Cubs will rotate between space stations that include: BB guns, archery, swimming, boating and others. Check out our great recruitment video. We need you to be a Space Ranger!
Sign up for Wood Badge Training!!

Wood Badge draws upon the most current leadership models used by corporate America, academic circles and successful organizations throughout the country. 
Wood Badge training was begun by Baden Powell in 1919 as a way to insure that the leaders of Scout troops were properly trained. Since then Wood Badge has been held worldwide, providing advanced leadership training to thousands of Scout leaders. 
Wood Badge builds upon the best traditions and  
experiences of the Boy Scouts of America and also draws from a wide range of courses within and beyond the bounds of Scouting to present the latest in leadership theory and team development.

Cost: $250
Contact: William Babbage
Course Director

Weekend 1
Camp Wakpominee
Friday 09-17-2021 7:30 AM to
Sunday 09-19-2021 5:00 PM
Weekend 2
Camp Wakpominee
Saturday 10-23-2021 7:30 AM to
Monday 10-24-2021 5:00 PM
Scout Shop Taking Applications for Sales Clerk

See job description below. If interested you can apply on indeed at this link.


Assists customers in the selection and purchase of Scout Shop merchandise. Completes sales transactions and assists customers with product information. Assists in unloading trucks to stock merchandise. Supports store promotions through local councils. Safeguards cash, performs inventory, and maintains store appearance.
An ideal candidate should have both retail sales experience and membership experience in a Scouting program.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.50 - $14.50 per hour
Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
Experience:
  • Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
  • One location
Work Remotely:
  • No

How to become a TRC Merit Badge Counselor or make changes to your badge selections.

There are three required steps to apply for Merit Badge Counselor;

  1. Fill out this BSA MBC Information Sheet, each counselor is allowed up to 14 badges. Be sure to list your qualifications for each badge you choose. If this is the first time you’re applying for the MBC position, go to step 2 If you are just making changes to your existing badges, fill out this form to ADD a new badge or DROP an existing badge, please only list changes to badges, not every badge you manage, go to step 3.
  2. First time appliers for this position need to complete pages 3 & 9 of this BSA Adult Application for scouting position 42, MBC. Digital initials and signatures are not allowed on this form. I only need pages 3 & 9 back.
  3. Must be current on Mandatory- Youth Protection Training during each membership term.

Additionally, the District Advancement Team would like all the MBC’s to complete the training for this position. This training is found on My.Scouting.org under BSA Learning Plans, Scouts BSA – Merit Badge Counselor Position Specific Training.

All paperwork should be sent directly back to my attention at the council office. I’ll contact anyone directly if the paperwork is incomplete. Once applications are complete they are batched weekly and sent to the District Advancement Team for review and approval. If a District Advancement Team member has a question on a qualification, they will contact you directly. Once approved, membership is posted. This procedure can take up to two weeks or more for processing
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You can scan/email all paperwork directly to me or you can mail them to the TRC address noted below.
Any questions contact Sandy Elkins - sandy.elkins@scouitng.org.

Become familiar with Merit Badge Management in Scoutbook, here’s a short video tutorial to watch,
Membership and Unit Service
For assistance contact Tory Carman Membership Executive or Steven Dunn Assistant Scout Executive
5 new Cub Scout Recruiting Tools That Will Help You Grow Your Pack

Through experience, we know that Cub Scouting changes lives. Now let’s spread the word and invite others to join us on this adventure.
Our overall goal: Let’s not let one youth miss the chance to be a Cub Scout!
Here are 5 of the best recruiting tools within the Marketing & Membership Hub from the BSA.
1. Sign-Up Night Unit Playbook
Join Scouting events give parents and their kids the chance to learn more about Scouting. They can ask questions, build interest and see that Scouting is designed for families like theirs.
The Sign-Up Night Unit Playbook is your new best friend in making the most of these first-impression events.

You’ll find planning tips, a list of volunteer responsibilities, promotion resources, an outline of the different sign-up night stations and a “postgame” plan for following up with new Scout families.

2. Social Media Resources
For many families, the decision to join your pack will happen online. That’s where our potential Scouts and their parents spend a lot of time.

The stats back me up here: More than 75 percent of people in the U.S. use social media — Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, etc. — meaning your unit ignores these communication channels at your own peril.

Social media can help you with recruiting, retention, fundraising and communication. The key is knowing how to use it the right way.

The hub’s new Social Media page has you covered with a Social Media Playbook, social media guidelines and social media images you can download and share using your favorite apps and sites.

3. A Case Study from the North Florida Council
The North Florida Council did Join Scouting nights a little differently, and it worked. They got rid of uniforms at the sign-up event. They used a station-to-station format instead of the more-sedentary presentation style. They gave every family a great first Scouting experience.

The result: An 18 percent increase in fall Cub Scout recruiting over the previous year.
Lucky for us, North Florida Council is willing to share its secrets. In this Best Practices Success Story, you’ll see why — and how — their plan worked.

4. Scouting Logos
While designing a flier or unit website, you might need access to logos representing various BSA programs.

You can search Google Images and cross your fingers that you found the right one. Or you can save yourself the trouble and find them in the BSA Brand Center.

It’s a one-stop shop for images available to units and local councils for websites and presentations. If you’re using these for a Scouting purpose, you don’t need any special permissions. Just download and go!

Wondering how to use these logos the right way? The BSA Brand Identity Guide answers those questions for you. You’re proud of the Scouting brand you help strengthen by serving as a volunteer. The Brand Identity Guide helps keep the BSA brand burning bright.

5. Photos, Videos and Marketing Materials
We should showcase Scouting in the best possible light so it appears in photos and videos as awesome as it is in real life. With that in mind, the BSA Brand Center also offers high-quality photos and videos sorted by activity, Scouting program, subject and more.

There are marketing materials like fliers, yard signs, billboards and PSAs that are ready for you to customize and use. These include great new sign-up campaigns like Hooked on Scouting, Rocket Into Scouting, the Science of Scouting and more.

It’s all available to you in the quest to extend Scouting’s reach to more and more families.
Development and Sponsorships
For assistance contact Beth Bush Development Director
Leaders, Parents & Scouts,
Twin Rivers Council POPCORN TEAM is excited to announce the official start of the pre-popcorn season!!!


For the 2021 Season:
·      New Company (Camp Master's)!
·      Lower Prices!
·      *New* and familiar products!
·      Back to the 2019 sale format!

Check out the Popcorn page on our website and sign up your unit or Scout today!!!
Council Administration
For assistance contact Ruth LaCoss, Office Manager
Council Service Center Re-Opens to Volunteers and Visitors Tuesday - Thursday.

Following the announcement from the CDC and Governor Cuomo regarding business re-openings and mask protocol, beginning Tuesday, May 25, 2021, the Council Service Center will reopen for our volunteers and visitors Tuesday – Thursday without the need for an appointment.

If the business you need to transact will require more than 10 – 15 minutes or, if you need to meet with a particular Staff Member, you are encouraged to make an appointment in advance.

Volunteers and Visitors are asked to follow the Mask Protocol which can be found here: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-new-york-state-adopt-new-cdc-guidance-mask-use-and-social-distancing when visiting the Council Service Center. Social Distancing of 6 feet will also be maintained.

The Service Center will remain appointment only on Monday’s and Friday’s and we will continue the Drop Box System on those days and the weekend.

The Scout Shop will continue their regular hours:
Monday - Friday 10 am – 6 pm, Saturday 10 am – 2 pm.
 
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