Welcome to our first District newsletter of 2022. With the new year come some old and new opportunities for our Scouts and Scouters. While we normally have four things you'll want to know that are coming up in the District and beyond, we're celebrating the New Year with a bonus: Five things things know!
- January 10 District Annual Meeting
- January 12 Roundtable
- Winter Camping: The Klondike January 29
- First Aid Meet: Save the Date March 5
- Award Opportunities for Scouts and Scouters
Plus, Dates to Know and a new Fun Fact.
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District Annual Meeting: January 10
Unit Leaders, District Committee Members, and Charter Organization Representatives are invited to join us at the District's Annual Meeting. You will have the opportunity to meet the old and new members of the Committee prior to 2022 slate being introduced and voted on for approval. This meeting will be virtual, use this Zoom link, or the following Meeting ID: 827 2530 4632 and Passcode: 978505.
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Roundtable - January 12
We're shaking things up a bit this month, and joining our friends in the Baden Powell District for their January Roundtable. This is a great opportunity to meet some new people and share some new ideas (in the New Year, no less; I think I'm in a bit of a verbal rut).
The theme for this month will be Summer Activities for Cubs and Scouts (a great thing to talk about on a cold, January evening), along with news and updates from the Council and District. Come to learn, share, and join in the Fellowship of other Scouters.
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Winter Camping: The Klondike January 29
Every year, the Troops of the Constellation District are invited by the Baden Powell District to participate in their Klondike. What is a Klondike? Basically, it is a winter-themed Camporee, consisting of several stations where patrols/units must test their Scoutcraft skills and their leadership abilities, earning points towards a total score. The unit transports their gear on a homemade sled pulled by the Scouts. This event will be held at Camp Delmont and happens rain, shine, or snow; units can join for the day, or camp overnight to make it a full weekend event.
And need a sled? Don't let that stop you; contact John Cluver. |
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First Aid Meet: March 5
Registration is open for the District's annual First Aid Meet. Patrols representing Troops and Crews throughout the District can challenge the Scout's abilities to perform first aid in simulated real-life situations. The patrols will compete in practical first aid problems, working together to plan and perform hands-on first aid skills.
The event will be on Saturday, March 5 from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. Although a Covid-safe venue is still being secured, we are determined to have this event and registration is now open, using the Council's new calendar and registration system (you will need to registration if this is your first time using it). Every year we have dozens of Patrols compete to get their name on the prestigious Pennypacker Trophy (our very own version of the Stanley Cup); come join us and continue the tradition!
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Award Opportunities
Silver Beaver Award
The Silver Beaver award is the highest national award presented by a local council to individuals for noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth through service given to the council. Each local council may present only a limited number of Silver Beaver awards each year, which makes this a very prestigious award for those whose record of service to youth is most outstanding! The Cradle of Liberty Council is currently accepting nominations for volunteers giving service to the Council who have made an impact on the lives of youth. Nominations are due to Joe Leiss no later than February 18. Click here for additional information and to download the nomination form.
Good Citizenship Award
Help Cradle of Liberty Council nominate a Scout for the Union League of Philadelphia's 2022 Good Citizenship Award. Unit Leaders can nominate Scouts with the following qualifications:
• Is a junior in high school (requirement)
• Is a citizen of the United States (requirement)
• Is a member of the nominating organization in good standing (requirement)
• Demonstrates hard work and fair play
• Has personal attributes of honesty, courage, tolerance, curiosity and loyalty
• Endeavors to follow and uphold the principles of American patriotism
District Unit Leader Award (aka, The DULA)
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Dates to Know
Wilderness First Aid - Weekend of January 8 and 9
This weekend is Sold Out! Join us at the next session in May.
District Annual Meeting - Monday, January 10
January District Roundtable - Wednesday, January 12
Join the Unit Leaders of the Constellation and Baden Powell Districts for Fellowship and ideas on running your units
University of Scouting - Saturday, February 5
Click here to register for the (virtual) annual opportunity to join in the widest variety of training opportunities for all BSA program areas and Unit types.
District First Aid Meet - Saturday, March 5
Wood Badge - Weekends of August 26th and September 10th
SAVE THE DATE: Tri-District Camporee, Weekend of September 16 to 18.
Join the other units in the Constellation, Minquas, and Baden-Powell Districts (Service Area 2 in Delaware and Montgomery Counties) for a weekend of fun and friendly competition.
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Fun Fact to Know
BSA units have been running Klondike Derbies since 1949. They are based on the heritage of the Klondike Gold Rush, and include sledges built and pulled by Scouts, along with Gold Rush themed patrol competitions .
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Key People to Know
Constellation District Volunteer Leadership (Key 2)
John Cluver, District Chair
Rob Shillingford, District Commissioner
Service Area 2 Professional Team
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