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Longhouse Council - Pathways - January 28, 2022
Vol. #4 Issue #4
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Save the Date
OA Lodge Leadership Development
If you are new to the Order of the Arrow or been around for many years. The Lodge Leadership Development is a must attend event for you.
Save the date of February 12th, 2022 for an opportunity of a life time.
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Dear Scouter,
I am a proud product of Wood Badge class N3-373-18 and came to it reluctantly. I had what I thought was a rich and complete Scouting experience already - Den Leader, Pack Committee Chair, Assistant Scoutmaster, Council President, even several national positions. I arrogantly had avoided Wood Badge thinking “What could it possibly teach me that I don’t already know?” I decided to finally take the course out of a guilty obligation to participate in the very thing I was promoting to others.
I have never been so glad to have been so wrong. Wood Badge was transformative. It took many things I knew and helped me learn to better apply them for the youth we serve. It taught me new things and I gained a deeper appreciation for unit leadership - the level where real Scouting actually happens. Learning by doing the very things we ask of our Scouts was a fantastic experience. Most of all it was a chance to have fun, forge friendships that will last a lifetime and was a great reminder of why we do what we do.
My only regret is that I didn’t take the course 15 years earlier. Whether you’re a new Den Leader figuring out how to hold the attention of a bunch of seven-year olds or a veteran Scouter of many years, take Wood Badge. You will love it, you will learn new skills and strategies for success and most importantly the Scouts you work with will benefit from your effort. It is time well spent. You should never stop learning.
- Scott Armstrong
•Beaver Patrol, N3-373-18 “Dam Straight!”
•Longhouse Council Past President
•Director, National Media Relations, Boy Scouts of America
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2022 Wood Badge
NST 10-373-22
Wood Badge @ Camp Woodland
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Citizenship in Society
The new merit badge encourages Scouts to explore important topics around diversity, equity, inclusion and ethical leadership and learn why these qualities are important in society and in Scouting. Beginning July 1, 2022, the Citizenship in Society merit badge will be required for any youth seeking to achieve the prestigious Eagle Scout rank.
Application for merit badge counselors are being accepted now, but this isn't your run of the mill process. Counselors will be put through a rigorous review process and once accepted will be required to attend a special training. Please contact the Service Center for more info.
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Crossroads District Scouts BSA Klondike
Saturday, February 5, 2022
8:30am Check-in and $12.00 per person
Camp Woodland, Constantia, NY
Register as Patrols and bring your own lunch.
Make a weekend of it and camp at one of Camp Woodland's Cabins!
Register Today! ONLY ONE CABIN LEFT!
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Seaway Trails District Scouts BSA Klondike
Saturday, February 5, 2022
8:30am Check-in and $20.00 per person
Garrison Drive, Fort Drum, NY 13603
Register as Patrols and Lunch will be provided.
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Towpath District Scouts BSA Klondike
Saturday, February 5, 2022
8:30am Check-in and $10.00 per person
Long Branch Park, Liverpool NY 13090
Register as Patrols and bring your own lunch.
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Crossroads District Cub Scout Snowbox Derby
Sunday, February 6th, 2022
8:30am Check-in and $12.00 per person
Camp Woodland, Constantia, NY
Register as an individual. Scouts must attend with a parent. Bring your own lunch
Work as a den/pack and create your own Snowbox Sled.
Awards will be given for most creative.
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Towpath District Cub Scout Snowbox Derby
Saturday, February 5th, 2022
8:30am Check-in and $10.00 per person
Long Branch Park, Liverpool NY 13090
Register as an individual. Scouts must attend with a parent. Bring your own lunch
Work as a den/pack and create your own Snowbox Sled.
Awards will be given for most creative.
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BSA Safety Moment
Adult Supervision & The Buddy System
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Scouting’s buddy system and two-deep adult supervision requirements exist to prevent both abuse and safeguard against tragedies.
- Adult leaders emphasize the buddy system in unit planning and training activities.
- Adults supervise youth activities at all times.
- Two-deep adult supervision by registered adult leaders 21 years of age or over are required for all Scouting activities. This includes patrol activities. These enhanced requirements have been in effect since October 2018.
- Buddies must stay together during activities.
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Scout Shop Hours:
Monday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
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Check out the Scout Shop Facebook page for weekly sales
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You do not need an appointment to shop at the Scout Shop.
You are welcome to come in anytime.
Also check out our new tool that can help you shop.
You can have your order shipped, pick up in store, or curbside pick-up. We are more than happy to help you shop in any way that makes you feel comfortable.
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For more information on events, training opportunities, and other activities happening in your district, visit your district webpage:
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Other Dates of Interest
Office Closed- Saturday, & Sunday
Office Closed - January 26th, for Staff Development
Office & Scout Shop Closed - February 21st President's Day
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Remember they aren't Zoom meetings anymore so you need Scout pants- Unknown :)
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