Newsletter #331 Jan 9, 2015

Dad and Lad 2015: Theatre and Film January 31-February 1st
It is 30 years into the future, and although we don’t have flying cars yet, you and your son will have a fantastic overnight adventure at Camp Clark. Join some of our best camp staff and learn some fun techniques to put on a great show! All campers will dabble in both theatre and film, making sound effects, creating their own small production, and much more. To register, click here, and click on the Camping Events tab.
Webcasts on the new Cub Scouting program
A new Cub Scouting program is launching June 1, 2015, that will be more fun and exciting for boys, and easier to implement for unit leaders. To ensure you are ready to make the transition, a number of webcasts will be hosted on January 17 to outline the coming changes, how to prepare, and when resources will be available.

Cubmaster Webcasts
Saturday, January 17, at 8 a.m. (Central), or
Saturday, January 17, at 3 p.m. (Central)

Den Leader Webcasts
Saturday, January 17, at 9:30 a.m. (Central), or
Saturday, January 17, at 4:30 p.m. (Central)

LDS-Specific Considerations*
Saturday, January 17, at 11 a.m. (Central), or
Saturday, January 17, at 6 p.m. (Central)

* It is recommended that those interested in the LDS session view one of the role-specific sessions first.

Although the content will be geared to the roles listed, anyone with an interest in learning about the new Cub Scouting program is welcome to attend.  It’s easy to attend! Just navigate your Internet browser to http://www.livestream.com/bsanationalcouncil and you are ready to view the webcast!

Help spread the word about the webcasts to ensure others are ready for the new Cub Scouting program!
Program Updates Class on the Cub Scout Program
Who should attend? Anyone responsible to pass on information about the new Cub Scout Program.
Why should you attend? We will be going more in depth about the changes and how to implement them into our program starting June 2015. This will be the same presentation done at the Uni-versity of Scouting, but instead of one hour we will have four hours.
When? Saturday February 7th, 2015 Class starts promptly at 9:00 a.m.. Ends at approximately 1:00 p.m. at the Portland Service Center/Council Office (Viking Room) There is no fee for this course.
What should I bring? A copy of the requirements (www.scouting.org/programupdates) and any great ideas on how to get the word out to all Cub Scout leaders.

Can’t make it to the Council Office? There will be an opportunity for 25 people to par-ticipate remotely. A meeting invitation will be emailed to you before the event. You still must register online.

Questions? Sheryl Shake: Shakesher@aol.com or 360-885-9467 (home), 503-522-5034 (cell)
Resolutions

Resolutions are for those who succumb to peer pressure, right? Or, as Calvin suggests, for those who are perfect and do not need to change. Besides, does anyone really think the flip of a calendar page is going to give them the determination that they've lacked thus far?

According to Time Magazine, the 10 most commonly broken New Year’s Resolutions are: Lose Weight & Get Fit, Quit Smoking, Learn Something New, Eat Healthier & Diet, Get out of Debt & Save Money, Spend More Time with Family, Travel to New Places, Be Less Stressed, Volunteer, Drink Less.

Notice that “Get Trained” is NOT on the list? When you make a New Year’s Resolution to become a better leader by becoming a trained leader, chances are great that you will be successful in your resolve. But you don’t have to do it all alone. We have a great volunteer staff trained and prepared to help you keep your Training Resolution. Click here for training resources.
Connect with Oregon as a SOLVE Leader - Free Trainings now available!
SOLVE is committed to bringing Oregonians together to enhance our environment and build a legacy of stewardship, and that mission starts with YOU! Check out our upcoming training schedule and our Save The Date Poster and register to save your space – at our trainings you can learn how to plan and implement your own community project, the ins and outs of watershed basics and more!

Already have a project in mind? Project applications are now being accepted for SOLVE IT, Oregon’s Largest Earth Day Event, happening April 18th! SOLVE provides supplies, project support and training to every Volunteer Leader. Applications are due by February 2nd! Visit www.solveoregon.org for more details or contact us at 503-844-9571 or info@solveoregon.org - Thank you to all of our dedicated SOLVE Volunteers!

Let's get together to make Oregon a better place! Questions? Contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332 or email us at info@solveoregon.org

Your help is vital to the success of Scouting in our area. FOS IS ABOUT YOUR SCOUT!
Click above to play FOS Video
Find this video & other great new Friends of Scouting resources at www.cpcbsa.org/fosisaboutyourscout

As of December 12th all districts have held their 2015 Friends of Scouting Kickoff and at least one Roundtable FOS Training for Unit FOS Coordinators to receive their packets, goals, history, and updates. In addition, Council Board Chair Rob Cornilles and Director of LDS Relations Spencer Young hosted four training webinars to train Ward FOS Coordinators and share best practices.

In the FOS Campaign "Unit" is defined as a general Cub Pack, Scout Troop, Venture Crew, or an LDS Ward. Your district leaders are working hard right now to contact every unit in order to coordinate dates, times, locations, dialogue about goals and schedule the RIGHT Friends of Scouting Presenter. You can assist by reaching out to let us know your unit's 2015 Friends of Scouting Coordinator and schedule. Please visit www.cpcbsa.org/fosisaboutyourscout and follow the left-hand link "FOS Contact List" and drop us a line.

Scouting families across the Cascade Pacific Council are interested in this campaign to support their Scout. Let's give every family the information and the invitation to participate! Throughout the campaign we will be focusing on transparency, education, increased participation, and achieving campaign goals EARLY! Thanks for all that you do for our Scouts all year!
Accepting applications for Camp Ranger position
Adult applicants are sought with experience in construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other maintenance-related areas. Good customer service skills are desired, as are computer skills, budgetary management skills, and the ability to manage projects from planning through completion phases.

The position being filled is the Camp Ranger role at Camp Baldwin / Winter Lodges. This person manages maintenance of several properties including Camp Baldwin and three winter lodges. This position requires on-site residence at Camp Baldwin.

Interested parties are encouraged to read the full position description provided in the application packet, and to follow the instructions included in the packet.

Applications must be received at the Portland office no later than 5:30pm January 23, 2015 to be considered.

Questions may be directed to Andrew Herold (aherold@cpcbsa.org / 503-225-5723).
The Great Electrifying Event at Bonneville Lock and Dam
Bonneville Lock and Dam will host its annual Great Electrifying Event Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Washington Shore Visitor Center.

This free educational event is designed to teach the basics of electricity and how it is generated at Bonneville Lock and Dam. Though geared toward
elementary and middle school students, it’s informative and fun for the entire family.

Participants can visit all of the stations and take a tour in about an hour and a half to two hours. Stamp your great Electrifying Event Passport at each station to earn a prize!


Click here for more information about Bonneville Lock and Dam
, or call 541-374-8820.
UPCOMING EVENTS

Jan 9-11: Meriwether Super Wknd
Jan 30: Cub Scout Lock-In
Jan 31: Dad & Lad
Feb 7: Dad & Lad
Feb 27- Mar 1: Meri Super Wknd
Apr 3: Parent & Pal: STEM!
Apr 10-12: Meriwether Super Wknd
May 8-10: Meriwether Super Wknd

Make a memorial or tribute gift
A donation to the Cascade Pacific Council endowment is a thoughtful way to remember a loved one or celebrate a special occasion. The endowment is designed to build a stable funding base for the next 100 years of Scouting in our community. To make a memorial or tribute gift online go to our website.
Memorial & Tributes –December 2014

In Memory of Robert Acker
• Dr. & Mrs. James W. Asaph
• Sandra & Wayne Ericksen
• Roger & Mary Ellen Fleck
• Gerald & Bettie Hall
• Dr. & Mrs. O. D. Haugen
• Elinor Hellis & Janet Bland
• Mark & Laura Hildebrandt
• Robert Litt
• Ann McCurdy
• Paul & Judith Miller
• Karen Nairn
• Theodore & Maxine Pimm
• Holly Silver
• Surf Air
• Bruce & Jan Whitaker

In Memory of Victor G. Atiyeh
• Ken & Elaine Mattson
• Oregon Arms Collectors, Inc.
• J. Chris Rasmussen

In Honor of Tim Carmichael
• Steve Carmichael

In Memory of William C. “Wild Bill” Gilmore
• Mary & Gilbert Queitzsch

In Memory of Richard Goff
• Elizabeth Blumenshine

In Memory of Ron Herold
• Perry Nordby

In Honor of the Jaworski Family
• Teresa Whelan

In Memory of James W. King
• American Legion Sam Houston Post #95

In Memory of Dr. Roderick M. Neale
• W. James Clawson

In Memory of Rick Arnott
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Larry Christensen
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Rod Juhnke
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Dan Long
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Gene McCorkle
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Jim Tolbert
• Ralph Nielsen

In Memory of Rod Tripp
• Ralph Nielsen

Unit Summer Camp Plans
Cascade Pacific Council offers members many outstanding camps, and is recognized nationally as a leader in Scout camping facilities and programs. Each summer the council offers ten day camps and seven overnight camps. Reservations for both Boy Scout and Cub Scout summer camps can be made online for those that wish to pay the deposit by credit card. If you are planning on making the $10 per youth deposit by cash or check please download the appropriate reservation form, complete and mail or deliver to the Portland Service Center. The address can be found at the top of the form. The links for the online reservation system as well as both the 2015 Cub Scout Reservation form and the 2015-2016 Boy Scout Reservation form can be found by clicking here. Camps are filling up fast so act early to reserve your preferred spot at one of our camps. If your unit is making plans this summer that do not involve one of our great camps, please let us know by taking a few minutes to complete a short questionnaire notifying the council of your summer plans by clicking here.
QUICK LINKS
Boys' Life Magazine
Council Website

Council Calendar  
National Scouting Website
Map to Portland Office
Map to Salem Office
Online Event Registration
Online Leader Training
Support Scouting

Youth Protection Resources
CONTACT DETAILS
Boy Scouts of America
Cascade Pacific Council
Phone: (503) 226-3423
newsletter@cpcbsa.org

Cascade Pacific Council serves over 25,000 youth in 18 counties of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon through the efforts of more than 11,000 adult volunteers. 
  
  
  


  
    



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