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July, 2021
Scouts in Action
Day Camps!

Archery, BBs, Wrist rockets, Crafts, Maps, Games (even Polo) and so much more! Our Cubs are having a blast with their "Passport to Adventure" during our Day Camps running this month.
We know our Packs, Troops, Crews, and Ships are where the adventures of Scouting really happen. What amazing Scouting activities has your unit participated in this Summer? Let us know and share the pictures. We want to share all the good news of Scouting!
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Scout Executive's Minute
As we roll through the summer camp season into recruitment season, I have some thoughts….
By Scout Executive Scott Impecoven
Many of those thoughts come from Baden Powell quotes. One of the things that Baden Powell preached was outdoor adventure. Outdoor adventure is the promise made to a youth when they join Scouting... luckily summer camp is full of adventure! No matter what time of year a family joins Scouting, please don't delay getting Scouts to experience the adventures of Scouting. National BSA surveys show that you have a 300% better chance of retaining a Scout in the program if they attend summer camp during their first year.
Council News
July Eagle Scout

Congratulations to this Scout who has achieved the highest rank in the Scouts BSA program this month!
OTC on the Road and in the Public
Council VP of Membership, Donnita Bassinger, has been hard at work lining up opportunities for us to share Scouting's story with the public. OTC was represented at the local Eugene Car Show and had a booth at the Lane County Fair. We will also be at the Community Festival in Reedsport on Aug. 3.

Is there an event in your area that would be a good place to share Scouting with the greater community? Let us know at [email protected].
Scouting Works!
Be-A-Scout Webinar
Greenwood District Commissioner, Brandie Gillespie and Lane District Executive, Sandy Muñoz, filmed a great walk through of the Be-A-Scout and My.Scouting websites to help you navigate these tools and help families connect with your Pack, Troop, Crew, or Ship.
Just click the image to watch the video.
If you'd like help updating your unit's Be-A-Scout pin info or with any of these tools, just call your District Executive or the Council Field Director and we're glad to assist you.
Fall Membership Work Shop

Your Council Field Staff is coming to you! Keep an eye on the Council Calendar for these in-person workshops. The Vice-President of Membership, Scout Executive, Field Director and the District Execs. are scheduling dates now. Make sure your unit plans to attend these August work shops. Best Practices, Resources, and hands-on help with setting up your plan for Fall membership invitations and events. We'll also bring Pizza and there will be door prizes!
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
Click to Watch the Video about this awesome Training Experience!
ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT FOR THIS AWESOME WEEK-LONG TRAINING
Aug. 22 – Aug. 28
Camp Melakwa - Blue River, OR
NYLT is the premier Leadership Training course offered by our Council. NYLT is open to all Scouts at least 14 years of age and first class rank and above (with at least one year’s experience as a Scout) and all Venturers. All applicants should have completed Intro to Leadership Skills for Troops or Crews.

You will experience leadership training in an outdoor environment while gaining skills to lead other Scouts upon graduation. We have a great staff of youth leaders, who bring a lot of experience to the course.
Attendance is limited to only 48 Scouts and Venturers across the entire Council, so register as soon as possible. The cost for this week long training is only $255.
Friends of Scouting 2021
Scouting needs your support!
Have you made your gift for this year?

Our appreciation to the following Units who have met or surpassed their Unit FOS goal:
Chintimini: Pack 325 ~ Troop 3 ~ Troop 170
Doug Fir: Troop 46 ~ Troop 114
Cascade: Troop 12
Greenwood: Pack 12 ~ Troop 61 ~ Troop 100 ~ Troop 428
Units who achieve their FOS goal are eligible to use Council camping sites for unit events free of charge. Contact your District Executive for details.
Scouting happens because of Amazing Leaders, Great Families, Awesome Scouts...and
the support of folks like you! Give Today!
All Friends of Scouting donations stay local and support our Council, Units and Scouts.
Feel free to call us with any questions about your gift.
Another easy way to support Scouting in Oregon Trail
Fall Product Sale News

With Fall right around the corner, it's nearly time for the Fall Product Sale to help your unit have the funds to enjoy all Scouting offers. All the information is on our website at otcbsa.org/candy and the Pre-Sale for Meat Sticks starts in August. Your unit can submit your Pre-Sale order now.
MARK YOUR CALANDERS

The 10th Annual Auction will have an on-line silent auction again this year. We have some great items available and all the proceeds support Oregon Trail and local Scouting.
Roundtable next Tuesday
(Aug. 3)
Scout Shop

Your Local Scout Shop has all you need for awards, recognition, crafts, camping gear and more at great prices. Every purchase at your local Scout Shop supports Oregon Trail Council.
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