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22nd World Jamboree - Sweden July 27 - August 7, 2011 Informational Meeting will be held on March 18 at the Council Service Center beginning at 7:00pm. If you are a Boy Scout or Venturer who will be between the ages of 14 and 17 on July 27, 2011, -- that is, specifically born between July 25, 1993, and July 27, 1997 -- you may be qualified for one of the coolest Scouting events you’ll ever attend.  Flyer

Attention All Units The NEW Unit Program Planner also known as the calendar is now available at your upcoming roundtables.  If you are unable to attend your District Roundtable then stop by the Council Service Center in Modesto or in the Stockton Office (open from Noon-5:00pm).  Check out the calendar to assist with what is happening around the council.  Summer camp dates are in the calendar for your Scouts who are planning to attend Summer Day Camp,  Camp Akela at McConnell, Webelos Adventure at Mensinger and Boy Scout Summer Camp at Mensinger.  Also, listed are training events throughout the Council and Districts.

Congratulations to the 2009 Silver Beavers James Serface, Tim Long, Arthur Tomlinson, Hal Smeltzer, Bill Blackfor, Ridge Sutter, Greg Gores, Ken Elving Thank you for everything you have done for Scouting and the Scouts in the Greater Yosemite Council.

100 Years of Scouting Calendar Boys Scouts of America have commissioned a 100 Years if Scouting Calendar.  The price of the calendars are $7.50 each.  Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to purchase your 100 Years of Scouting Calendar.  Please contact Robin Wilson at 209-545-6320 x 102 or via email at rwilson@bsamail.org.

The Northern California 100th Anniversary Jamboree April 15-18, 2010 Alameda County Fairgrounds In 2010 the Boy Scouts of America is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with activities and programs scheduled throughout the year.  The largest event in Northern California will be the 100th Anniversary Jamboree at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity!  A joint production of Northern California Councils, the 100th Anniversary Jamboree will be a huge gathering of Cubs, Scouts, Sea Scouts, Explorers and Venturers for a memorable weekend of fun and activities. For more information and registration, click on the following link:  http://www.100thanniversaryjamboree.org/

Scout Night - enjoy a River Cats ballgame with your Scout Group! River Cats vs. Salt Lake Saturday, June 19 - Game starts at 7:05 pm - Gates open at 5 pm Flyer

Tour Permits Online Submit and Online Approval Tour Permits are now able to be submitted online!  For processing a tour permit, please log on to www.myscouting.org.  The first tour permit you fill out will take a few minutes to fill in the necessary information.  However, after you have saved the necessary information it will be saved for further tour permits.  Tour Permit Instructions                        MyScouting Tour Permit Information Note: Accident insurance is provided by Greater Yosemite Council for all currently chartered units and registered youth.

James E. West Fellowships Insure the Future of Scouting A James E. West Fellowship is a great way to recognize the accomplishments of a Scout or Scouter in your unit or district. Consider a James E. West Fellowship Award through the Greater Yosemite Council. By making a $1,000.00 contribution to the council's endowment program (in addition to your Friends of Scouting contribution), you can honor a worthy individual and help create a lasting legacy to promote scouting into the next millennium. Contact the Council Service Center for more information.

Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle You may donate your car, truck, boat, trailer or RV, receive a tax deduction to the full extent of the law, and benefit Greater Yosemite Council. Contact the Council Service Center for more information. Donation Form       Frequently Asked Questions
Training Opportunities
Safe Activities Begin With  Leaders
BSA Introduces Online Learning Center, offering Youth Protection Training, Cub Scout Leader Fast Start, Boy Scout Leader Fast Start, Venturing Advisor Fast Start, Troop Committee Challenge, Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, Venture Crew Orientation, and Venturer Youth Protection Training. BSA offers new supplemental training modules. These training modules are designed to provide orientation beyond the basic training offered in New Leader Essentials and leader-specific training.
Venturing Leader Fast Start training now available through e-learning portal Venturing publishes standards for the use of firearms
3 in 1 Varsity Scout Leader Training New Leader Essentials Varsity Scout Leader Specific and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills Session 2 - Thursday, March 18, 2010 at Ceres LDS Church, 2607 E Hatch Rd, Ceres, CA Session 3 - March 26 - March 27 at Camp McConnell Flyer
Boy Scout Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills   Flyer Session 1 - Thursday, March 18 at Ceres LDS Church 2607 E Hatch Rd, Ceres, CA Session 2 - March 26 - March 27 at Camp McConnell
Boy Scout 3 in 1 Training  Flyer Session 2 - Thursday March 18, 2010 at 2607 Hatch Rd, Ceres, CA Session 3 - March 26 - March 27 at Camp McConnell