Virtual Roundtable

August, 2013
Note that we've modified the format of the newsletter for this issue -- Images and teasers are all you'll see initially -- click on the portion that interests you to open the full article.  Enjoy!
Message from the Scout Executive...

The Numbers Game

I have had the pleasure of working for the Boy Scouts of America for 21 years.  I sometimes hear volunteers lament that “the council is too concerned with numbers,” or “Scouting is just a numbers game!”  The reality is that we live in a world that is defined by numbers.

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Gold Country District News

Greeting Gold Country Scouters

I hope all Scouters and Scouts had a great summer!  And of course, that each one of you enjoyed your summer camp experience, whether it be Cub Day Camp, Webelos Adventure Camp or Scout Camp!  I bet your next Pack Meetings/Courts of Honor will be jam-packed with awards!

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Sierra Valley District News

Sierra Valley District Roundtable

We had a great Valley Roundtable meeting on August 8. The theme of the meeting was the Fall Kickoff of the Scouting program in the district. Best practices for Fall recruitment nights were pointed out by Steve Olson, our District Executive. The importance of “boy talks” in front of recruitment nights was stressed and a number of hands-on techniques for recruitment were discussed.

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Rio del Oro District News

Rio del Oro District News August 2013

Hickman Troop 911 Assists With Eagle Scout Project

Webelos from Pack 451 come face-to-face with Half Dome!

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Venturing Open House

The Venturing Open House has been postponed to Saturday, September 21st -- download the information flyer and make sure and save the date!

Put Your Unit on the Map!

 

Did you know that your unit can be located via Google Maps with BSA’s BeAScout website?

Find out how to make sure your information is accurate and updated…

Fall Leader Training
 
 
 
 
Greater Yosemite Council Training

It is a great time to be a leader in the Greater Yosemite Council.  There is so much that is available to units like "The Summit" that I attended as a staff member with the 2013 National Jamboree. It is the newest "High Adventure" base of the BSA.  

How does training relate to this?

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Cub Family Camping

Don't miss out  on all the fun!

Commissioner's Corner

 

Scouters/Commissioners:  Greetings!

Fall is nearly upon us and with that Scouting activity ramps up as we prepare for many things.

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The Risk Zone

Lightening Risk Reduction

As we approach the fall and winter rainy season we could find ourselves in a lightning storm.

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Eagles Nest

 Eagles Nest

Congratulations to our newest eagle scouts in the month of July.

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2013 Council Popcorn Sale

2013 Council Popcorn Sale

                    

Get the Most from your Popcorn Sale

As you begin preparing for your fall popcorn sale, don’t forget the 8 steps for success . . . more...

New Items in the Online Store

 Check out what's new in the Council's Online Store:   Cub Day Camp t-shirts, District Patches, and Stylus Pens!

 

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