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This July the Burlington County Council will once again participate in the Burlington County Farm Fair from Wednesday July 21 to Saturday 24 at the Lumberton Fair Grounds off of Routes 38 and 541. Each year nearly 300 scouts, scouters, parents and other volunteers participate in this annual event by running the parking and doing the setup, cooking, serving and cleanup for five concession booths.
The proceeds generated from our activities at Farm Fair support the scouting program in Burlington County. The Campership Fund is one of the many programs that benefits from this income. Annually the Burlington County Council is able to give Camperships to scouts in need so that they are able to attend camp. We ask you to particuarly encourage campership recipients and their families to participate to reinforce the message that “a scout pays his own way.”
Contact:
Nick Nowak
nnowak@bsamail.org
609-261-5850 x20
The 2010 Friends of Scouting Victory Celebration will be held at 6 p.m. at Pine Tree Education & Environmental Center on Thursday, June 24th.
All Cubmasters, Scoutmasters, Crew Advisors, Committee Chairmen, Charter Organization Representatives, Friends of Scouting Unit Coordinators and Friends of Scouting Volunteers are invited.
Please RSVP here or by calling 609-261-5850.
Boy Scouts of America
Grand Centennial Parade
The National Council and National Capital Area Council are co-hosting the BSA Grand Centennial Parade! It will march in Washington, D. C., on Sunday, July 25 – just one day before the 2010 National Scout Jamboree begins at nearby Fort A.P. Hill, Va.
Not only are we celebrating our 100th Anniversary, but because of the historical significance and contributions that the BSA has made to the fabric of American society, our centennial parade is being permitted to march down Constitution Avenue. Not since 1937 have the Boy Scouts of America enjoyed this distinction.
We are looking to make up a parade contingent comprised of Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts. Each group has a total of 20 participants marching (2 must be adults) and 1 participant carrying the council flag.
The cost to participate is sixty ($60.00) dollars per person.
Every participant – youth and adult – will receive a Centennial Celebration packet to remember their part in this historic day.
If you or youth from your unit would like to participate, print out and complete the registration form and return to The Rowan Service Center.
At least one parent may go with their Scout to this event to participate in the Parade reviewing area. (Seats will be available as contingent is selected)
QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE
- Each participant must wear the Official BSA Field Uniform (Class “A”) complete as described in the BSA Insignia Guide, during travel to and from Washington, D.C. and during the parade staging and marching.
- All patches and insignia worn on the uniform must be in the correct place in accordance with the BSA Insignia Guide.
- Each participant will be asked to write a sentence or two as to why they would like to represent Burlington County Council at this event. All prospective participants will be interviewed (with full uniform) and will be notified if selected.
Payment for this spectacular event must be made within five (5) days of being notified that you have been selected.
- Deadline for registration for this event will be Tuesday May 25, 2010 at 4:30 PM either by web registration or the form received in the Council Service Center by that time.
2010 Trainer’s EDGE Rescheduled
The purpose of the Trainer’s EDGE course is to provide and help develop the platform skills of a trainer and is meant to supplement the practice that is offered during staff development. You will have the opportunity to give several presentations during the day.
The Trainer’s EDGE is a required course for Wood Badge for the 21st Century and National Youth Leadership Training staffs.
Wearing of Official Field Uniform is encouraged,
wearing a smile and having a willingness to learn is mandatory.
You will need to prepare a 10‐ to 12‐minute presentation on a topic from any BSA material for Wednesday evening. Your presentation should allow you to demonstrate the skills of a trainer. You will receive constructive feedback on your presentation from the other participants. If using PowerPoint presentation, bring presentation on memory stick.
Monday, May 24 and Wednesday, May 26
(must attend both nights to complete course)
Burlington County Council Scout Service Center
7:00 PM Start Time – 10:00 PM Finish Time
This training is part of a continuous process of updating trainers with latest training methods, principles and technologies.
A must course for anyone who trains Scouts and Scouters
Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders & Venture Leaders
Pre-registering saves you money and helps us do a better job preparing for training course
REGISTER HERE: http://www.doubleknot.com/Registration/CalendarDetail.asp?orgkey=550&activitykey=805767
Trainer’s EDGE
May 24 and 26 at Burlington County Council Scout Service Center
$10.00 Fee, Walk In Fee $ 15:00
Join us on Thursday, May 13th from 7-8:30 p.m. at each of the locations below. Local scouts and leaders will be present so new scouts can sign up. Cub Scouts is for boys in K-4th grades and Boy Scouts is for boys in 5th grades and up.
Town | Location |
Beverly | Edgewater Park Town Hall |
Bordentown City | Carslake community center |
Bordentown Township | Senior Center |
Burlington City | City Hall |
Burlington Township | Town Hall |
Chesterfield | Crosswicks Community Center |
Cinnaminson | Community Center behind Town Hall |
Delanco | Lobby of Town Hall |
Delran | Town Hall |
Eastampton | Town Hall |
Edgewater Park | Town Hall |
Evesham | Town Hall |
Fieldsboro | Call 609-261-5850 for details |
Florence | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Hainesport | Kenneth E Street Community Center |
Lumberton | Town Hall (Community Room) |
Mansfield | Park behind Town Hall |
Maple Shade | Town Hall |
Medford | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Medford Lakes | Town Hall (Oak Hall) |
Moorestown | New Albany Recreation Center |
Mount Holly | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Mount Laurel | Senior Center |
New Hanover | Senior Center |
North Hanover | Community Center |
Palmyra | Town Hall |
Pemberton Borough | Town Hall (Parking Lot) |
Pemberton Township | Town Hall (Lobby) |
Riverside | Town Hall |
Riverton | Palmyra Town Hall |
Shamong | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Southampton | Alloway Assoc Parking Lot |
Springfield | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Taberbnacle | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Westamnpton | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Willingboro | JFK Center |
Woodland | Town Hall (Courtroom) |
Wrightstown | Town Hall (Meeting Room) |
Don't miss this opportunity to join scouting! Contact Nick Nowak or Chuck Jaxel at 609-261-5850 or nnowak@bsamail.org or cjaxel@bsamail.org if you have questions.
Join your Fellow Scouts across Burlington County for a BSA Centennial Service Rally at the
Lumberton Arbor Day Celebration & Tree Planting
Saturday May 1, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12 noon
Activities at the Lumberton Municipal Complex
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Celebrate Lumberton’s Tree City USA status
- Bury a time capsule
- Plant an American Elm Tree with the Mayor
- Demonstrations on tree planting, mulching & maintenance techniques
- Distribution of Tee Shirts featuring the winning design in the Lumberton 150th Birthday Contest.
Activities at the Tree Planting Sites
10:00AM until 12:00 Noon
The Burlington County Council, BSA will be making a difference for the environment by planting trees at The Bryan Freeman Preserve @ Bobby's Run Boulevard, Lumberton. Planting sites prepared in advance.
Scouts are asked to bring the following tools: a shovel, work gloves, hat, hand trowels. Wear Scout appropriate clothing.
All participating Scouts will receive a BSA Generations Connection patch.
Council Event Coordinator is Judy Argentine at (609) 234-6502 njnorthstar@comcast.net if you have questions.
Trees kindly donated by NJ Tree Foundation Event organized by Trees! Lumberton Cares!
Are you on the Trail to Eagle and not sure what to do?
Are you First Class, Star or Life and not sure what your next step is? Do you think that the rank of Eagle is beyond your reach?
This fun and quick paced seminar is just right for you. During this time period you will be exposed to how to get from First Class to Eagle, How to get the proper approvals for the Eagle Leadership Project, and what is expected of an Eagle Scout candidate. You will also be brought up to speed on what the current requirements are for Eagle and what the best way is to tackle all of them.
This is a great seminar for a prospective Eagle Scout, their parents, mentor, Scoutmaster as well as the Troop Advancement Chairman.
WHO: All Boys who would like to become an Eagle Scout as well as their parents, mentor, Scoutmaster and Troop Advancement Chairman
WHAT: A short seminar to bring everyone up to speed on the Trail to Eagle.
WHEN: Thursday, April 29th, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Rowan Scout Resource Center, 693 Rancocas Rd., Westampton, NJ 08060
Register on-line for this course at no charge at:
http://www.doubleknot.com/Registration/CalendarDetail.asp?orgkey=550&activitykey=433438
BURLINGTON COUNTY COUNCIL EAGLE SCOUT ASSOCIATION
NETWORKING DINNER at the CAFÉ MADISON
SUNDAY APRIL 18, 2010
RECEPTION: 5:30 PM DINNER: 6:30 PM
Please plan to attend an evening of Eagle Fellowship and hear about the progress the Association has made, as well as our plans for 2010 through reports by the various committee chairs
COST: free to all Eagle Scouts but please click here to register before Wednesday, April 14th so we know to expect you
INCLUDES: HORS D’OURVES, ENTRÉE, DESSERT & CASH BAR
Come rekindle your scouting memories and experiences. Join us for an evening filled with networking, meeting other Eagle Alumni, & find out what the Eagle Scout Association has to offer.
Remember “Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle”
Join us on July 8-11 and July 16-18. Registration and more information here.
Kodiak is a leadership development course offered to all Boy Scouts and Venturers (ages 14+), regardless of position or past experience. And no, it’s not just learning in the woods. In fact, only about one to two hours a day is spent on leadership development. The rest of the time you’re enjoying the beauty of Southern New Jersey.
Your adventure begins the first weekend with a barbeque with your fellow Venturers. After your delicious meal you start your journey into the mysterious New Jersey Pine Barrens. You will spend two days meandering down the Mullica River, stopping overnight for a good night’s rest. You will then visit the historic Batsto Village. You will also have time to sit back along the tidal waters and watch the boats go by while the sun sets into the forest.
In your second weekend, get ready for an exciting competition as our teams compete in the “Battle of the Bikes!” You will trek on your mountain bike deep into the Pines, and you may even encounter the legendary Jersey Devil! After your cycling adventure, you will hike North until you reach the summit of your experience.
Don’t miss out on the most exciting Venturing activity of the year! Sign up and join us, you’ll be glad you did!
Please note: Attendance at both weekends is required for participation. For more information, please contact Dom DiGioia at dominick.digioia@bccventuring.org or Nick Nowak at nnowak@bsamail.org or 60-261-5850.
