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World Scout Jamboree Presentation September 14, 2010

Dr. Chris Tashjian will be making a presentation at 7 PM on September 14th at the Council Office about the World Scout Jamboree (WSJ).  The jamboree is July 27th to August 7th, 2011 in Rinkaby Sweden.  All Scout and their parents are invited!   Learn more.

 

Cub Adventure Camp October 2, 2010

The fun adventure of Cub Scouting begins in the outdoors.  Meet some camp staff and tour the facilities where “outing” is put into Cub Scouting!   Activities include archery, camp games, nature hikes, campfire cooking and more!  Join us on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 11 AM to 4 PM.  Free Admission.  Den Leader Training from 3 PM to 5 PM.  Youth Protection Training at 3 PM.  Learn more.

 

Primitive Biathlon February 19, 2011

Black Powder and Snow Shoes! Categories this year include Juniors (17 and under) and Youngsters (18yrs-84yrs).   Also enjoy our late saturday afternoon “Winter Walk”- Stroll this beautiful winter wonderland (with or without snowshoes) and shoot the course without challenging the clock.  Register before January 28th; fee increases after.   Learn more and register.   Contact Ranger Steve by email or call 507-951-3761.

 

Leading Cub Scouts in 2010

What's new for Leaders and Adults in Cub Scouts?  The change for Cub Scouts is a piloted and successful method of delivering the existing Cub Scout Program that is hand-book based and focuses on den activities leading to youth advancement and higher retention.  Click on the Cub Scouts 2010 button for the all information, links, and resouces to guide you through the Cub Scout year! 

 

Scouts Want Adults Trained!

Training dates have been set for Baloo ( Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation), Youth Protection, and Cub Scout Position Training. 

BALOO Training is September 11, 2010.  Register by September 1st.  Learn more.

Youth Protection and Cub Scout Position Training will be offered on four different dates.  Learn more. 

 

Turkey Ridge Encampment June 3-5, 2011

Camp the Weekend or do a day trip with "pioneers, traders, settlers, and the Native Americans" who bring our history to life.  Enjoy a day where Scouts can encounter, learn, and try many of the crafts and skills of yesteryear.  Boy Scouts can also take these skills and earn badges.  Learn more.   Early registration due May 20, 2011, fee increases after.  Registration Form.

 

2nd Annual Pumpkin Chunkin Contest October 16, 2010

How far can you launch a Pumpkin?  Join us on October 16, 2010 for the 2nd Annual Pumpkin Chunkin Challenge at Gamehaven Scout Reservation.  Learn more.

Registration and Rules

 

Be A Scout Campaign

The new BeAScout campaign is ready for unit leaders to put their units on the map!  BeAScout helps parents and volunteers locate packs, troops, and crews nearest them and request information about Scouting opportunities in their area.   Webinars are being held for unit leaders.  Learn more.  Unit Leaders Guide.

 

Inventing Merit Badge Requirements Released

BSA has released the final requirements for the Inventing Merit Badge.

 

Scuba Merit Badge Requirements Released

BSA has released the final requirements for the Scuba Merit Badge.

 

The Everything Popcorn Page!  (updated 08/25/2010)

Click on the popcorn for all the information about the Council's Fall Popcorn Fundraiser.  As information becomes available, this page will be updated, so pop back often!

 

New Policy for Youth Protection Training Effective June 1st

Youth Safety is the No. 1 concern of the Boy Scouts of America.  To increase awareness

of this societal problem and to create even great barriers to abuse than already exist today in Scouting, the Boy Scouts of America is implementing several important changes to further enhance its Youth Protection policies.  These policies take effect June 1, 2010.  Learn more.

 

Youth Deer Hunt Information and Application

The dates are set for the youth Deer Hunt at Gamehaven Scout Reservation.  Sponsored by the Council and the MN DNR, youth hunters must have a Firearms Safety Certificate and must hunt with a parent or guardian.  The dates for this years deer hunt are October 9th and 10th and October 23rd and 24th.  Mandatory orientation is Sunday, October 3rd.  Applications must be received by August 13th to be elgible.  Selections for the participants will be by lottery.  Be sure to read all information.                                                            Flyer #1   Flyer #2   Youth Application  Guide Application.  

 

Ten Commandments Hike set for October 30, 2010

(updated 08/10/2010)

The Ten Commandments is a group of scouts and scouters hiking from one house of worship to another. This is a great interfaith, cross cultural experience.  At each house of worship, the worship leader will introduce the faith, the worship area, speak about one of the commandments, followed by a question and answer session.  The scout will then move on to the next house of worship.  Learn more. 

2010 Flyer         2010 Registration Form

 

The Summit - BSA's new High Adventure Camp

A fourth high adventure camp is in the making.  Learn all about the "The Summit" here.

 

Geocaching Merit Badge Requirements Released

Get in the Game!  BSA has released the final requirements for the Geocaching Merit Badge.

 

New District Executive

Gamehaven Council is pleased to announced that Chris Huston is now serving the Sugar Loaf District as their District Executive. Chris is an Eagle Scout from Troop 59. He also worked at Gamehaven Scout Reservation during the summers of 2003 – 2007. We are glad to have him on our staff and know he will serve Sugarloaf well. He can be reached at chuston@bsamail.org, 507-287-1410 ext 109 or his cell 507-990-9803.

 

Council Wide Fall Camporee October 1-3, 2010 (updated 09/02/2010)

What could be better than having a Council Camporee during the anniversary year at a former Scout camp?  The fall camporee will be a council wide event held at Hok Si La Campground in Lake City, MN, a former Scout camp.  The focus of this camporee will be scout skills from years past, hence the theme of Fall Back into Scouting. Watch this website for additional information.  Camporee Information Packet for Troops and Webelo 2 Dens.

Camporee FAQ   Pre-Registration Form (due September 24, 2010 - word format   )    Final Registration Form (turn in at Camporee - word format)

 

Do A Good Turn - 100 Hours of Service

Do a good turn! Participate in Gamehaven Council’s 100 Hours of Service for the 100th anniversary.  Each unit is encouraged to do at least 100 hours of service in 2010.  Your unit is encouraged to kick-off their 100 hours during the week of February 7, 2010 – the week of the Boy Scouts anniversary. 

• Please register your first project here.  
• Please record and track your service hours here for the rest of the year.

There will be a ribbon for your unit flag available at the end of the year for any unit that makes the 100 hour mark.

 

IEEE eMeritbadges

The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is working with the Boy Scouts of America has developed hands on electricity and electronics instructional material based on the merit badge requirements in preparation for the National Jamboree this summer.  Our council has a volunteer that has been working with the IEEE on this project.     Visit the IEEE website to learn more.

 

New Belt Loops, Pins and Merit Badges

As the Boy Scouts of America focuses on change and innovation, new belt loops, pins, and merit badges are being introduced this year.  Some of the new topics are video games, skateboarding, Geocaching, and Scuba Diving.  Learn more.

 

Scoutcasts Resources

Scoutcasts are podcasts (an audio and or video file) that features helpful information for scouters, parents, and volunteers at all levels and on different topics.  Check out the scoutcasts here.

 

Letter from the Chief Scout Executive

Robert J. Mazzuca writes about Scouting in the next century and his hope.  Read his letter.