Trexler Scout Reservation Update

On August 5^th close to five hundred Scouters and Alumni attended the 95^th anniversary celebration and decommissioning ceremony at Settlers Camp, Trexler Scout Reservation. Certainly, an emotional day for all in attendance as Scouters reminisced and reflected on their personal experiences at Trexler Scout Reservation. Special thanks to the following teams of Minsi Trails Council for pulling together the celebration and ceremony: Akelaland Camp Staff, Camp Minsi Staff, Heritage Committee, Order of the Arrow, Settlers Camp Staff and the Shooting Sports Committee.

Conversations are currently underway between The Valor Clinic, Trexler Veterans Initiative and Minsi Trails surrounding the future use of Trexler Scout Reservation by members of Minsi Trails Council. After several preliminary discussions the tentative plan is to begin in 2024 and dedicate specific weekends for Scout use. Currently, the plans are to set aside two weekends in the spring and two weekends in the fall. As more dates and details get confirmed we will certainly share as soon as possible.

As we move forward into the Fall, we enter our Recruitment season. Many of your Packs, Troops, Crews and Posts that may have shut down in the Summer Months are starting to plan your Join Scout Nights. To serve you better we have started to organize our social media geofencing efforts. 

Once your unit sets up their Join Scout Nights or any recruitment activities you have planned be sure to reach out to your District Professional with information on your event. 

Fellow Scouter! Please take the time to answer this brief 5 question survey to let us know what will make you want to participate in “Cruise The Gap 2024”. They survey can be found at the bottom of this message.

Minsi Trails Council would like your help in creating a successful event for next year. Cruise The Gap 2024 will be a great event, encompassing a variety of activities for a variety of scouting levels. 

In order to make this the most successful that it can be we need YOUR help! 

Yours in Scouting,

Melissa Mohr, District Executive

Link to Survey:

http://www.minsitrails.org/survey/2024-cruise-the-gap-interest-survey/89589

September 2023 Minsi Trails Council Roundtable News

September’s Roundtable will be aimed at helping units get ready for new parents joining BSA and new leader’s being ready to lead their units.  Our main topic will look at training opportunities for leaders and the paperwork needed for both new parents and leaders.

Following the main discussion Roundtable Breakout Rooms will talk about winter activities ideas for Cub and winter High Adventure opportunities for ScoutsBSA. All Scout leaders are encouraged to join these discussions.

Check the Council Calendar for specific rooms or the Zoom meeting link if you will be attending remotely.

Later in October there will be another Council-wide Roundtable to go through the specifics of this year's Rechartering process. The date and locations will be confirmed soon.

At the Council Scout Shop! Take advantage of the great deal.

Now until October 29

GOLD Credit Union is proud to help Scouts and our local communities by offering funding assistance for Eagle projects. Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis. To learn more about this program and our partnership with GOLD visit: https://bit.ly/3k7nLce

June 16: Staff Week

June 23: Cub Scout Resident Camp

June 30: Cub Scout Resident Camp & Specialty Camps

July 7: Scouts BSA Resident Camp & Webelos Pioneer Camp

July 14: Scouts BSA Resident Camp & Webelos Pioneer Camp

July 21: Scouts BSA Resident Camp & Webelos Pioneer Camp

July 28: Scouts BSA Resident Camp & Webelos Pioneer Camp

August 4: Scouts BSA Resident Camp & Webelos Pioneer Camp

August 11: Staff Week

The Minsi Trails council, Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members.

(Effective September 1, 2023) Two registered adult leaders 21 years of age or over are required at all Scouting activities, including all meetings.

There must be a registered female adult leader 21 years of age or over in every unit serving females. A registered female adult leader 21 years of age or over must be present for any activity involving female youth or female adult program participants.  

Notwithstanding the minimum leader requirements, age and program-appropriate supervision must always be provided.

All adults staying overnight in connection with a Scouting activity must be currently registered in an adult fee required position as listed or as an adult program participant. Limited exception below for Cub Scout overnight Programs. There is no longer a 72 hour rule exemption  

Congratulations to the Sam Iorio Dale Carnegie Course Graduates for 2023. Through a generous donor, Minsi Trails Council is proud to offer additional leadership opportunities to Minsi Trails Scouts who have or will have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. These young people engaged in several critical areas for future success. Building self-confidence, enhancing communication skills, teamwork, and effective attitude management. Discovering skills that last a lifetime. Each participant received a certificate of completion and the opportunity to apply for 2 college credits. 

Minsi Trails Council will once again offer the Sam Iorio Dale Carnegie Course in the spring of 2024 (April – May). Be sure to visit www.minsitrails.org/eagle for information and registration.

Our BARF Campaign Continues! A reminder that any Scout who signs up a friend to join our program will receive a BARF patch for them and their friend. If you need the paperwork to complete the application contact your District Executive

From August 1 to November 1 10% of purchases at the Whitehall Buffalo Wild Wings will be donated back to Minsi Trails Council. Just show the card below and follow the directions!

Click the Image below to learn more.

Save the Date!

https://fevogm.com/event/FlyersMinsiTrailsCouncilFundraiser

Click the image to learn more about our Lehigh Valley leadership Dinner

Great information on the BSA Alumni Committee! If you are interested in joining the Minsi Trails Council Committee email christian.averill@scouting.org

Our committee meets once a quarter and focuses on events connecting Alumni such as our Pocono Raceway event, Phantoms Event, and our upcoming Alumni Event

https://scoutingalumni.org/2023/05/bsa-alumni-program-explained-on-youtube/

 As you know, Scouting is so much more than camping. It prepares kids for life. Because of you, boys and girls throughout our nation are learning skills that can be critical during times of uncertainty including first aid, healthcare, fire and EMS, and law enforcement. Thank you for all you do to make it possible for kids to learn these lifesaving skills through Scouting. 

Is Scouting in your estate plans? Would you like to receive some additional information about supporting the future of Scouting through an estate gift! Email us.  

2023 Becky's Drive-IN Information https://www.minsitrails.org/event/2972189

Support local Scouting by visiting Minsitrails.org/give and making a contribution

Sea Scout Ship 940 and Maritime Club 940

Sea Scouts are for young people ages 14-20 who have an interest in water based adventures.  Many Sea Scouts are also in a Scouts BSA troop working toward their Eagle rank. Ship 940 is now recruiting new members!

Maritime Explorer Clubs are for girls and boys, ages 10-14 and do many of the activities of a Sea Scout Ship, plus insights into maritime careers. Club 940 is just forming, and new members are welcome. Come visit us.

For 2023, Ship 940 and Club 940 will be engaged in a small boat sailing program that will lead to the Sea Scout Apprentice Rank and the Scouts BSA Small Boat Sailing merit badge. 



Contact us at: www.Ship940.org; www.Club940.org; or, mailto: Contact@Ship940.org

Learn more about this partenership at https://www.minsitrails.org/centerfont-size-1supportbrscoutingfontcenter/solar-energy-partnership/74264

Thank you to Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM for sponsoring our Council Pinewood Derby. As well as the OA for helping run the event Our Scouts had a great time and enjoyed racing inside the dealership.

Thank you to our Sponsors and their continued support of Scouting and the Minsi Trails Council!

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