November - December 2012
A Newsletter for Royal Ranger Leaders of the Potomac District Central Section
Young Bucks, Old Timers Enjoy Fall Trace By Ken O’Maley Sectional Commander
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nce again the District FCF Fall Trace was held in Fredericksburg, Va. at the Hiding Place. The weather was great and the fellowship was even better. As we set up our shelters, we soon found out from Red Paddle the agenda for the weekend to keep the Young Bucks and Old Timers busy. The events went on without a hitch with several of our sectional members doing very well and bringing home some winnings.
There were about 130 members camping and 30 visitors for the weekend. We also had 30 new Green Horns introduced to the membership. Another exciting event is the auction where we raise money for missions( which we raised $1,500). Thanks to all who were able to help. Several Young Bucks went to a meeting with Abraham Eagle Wing to begin the steps necessary to become a Buckskin. We are very excited for them so if you see those young men, keep encouraging them. The following is a list of those who won awards at the fall trace:
Young Bucks Kolin Johnson Seneca Run Trap Setting Flint n Steel Knife Throw
1st 1st 3rd 3rd
Ian McCready Horn Blowing 1st Caleb Ritchers Horn Blowing 3rd Daniel Jarrels
Hawk Throw 1st
Old Timers Kenny Johnson Seneca Run
3rd
Randy Johnson Knife Throw 2nd Congratulations to all and we’ll see you at the Spring Trace!
The Scribe November - December 2012
Participants in competition for Central Section’s 2012 Rangers of the Year were (seated from left) Caleb Richters, Glenn Hannold, Isaiah Padgett, Sam Bryant; (standing from left) Logan Marcotte, David Hannold, Brendon Martin and Jared Martin.
2012 Sectional Rangers of the Year
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ight Rangers representing three outposts in Central Section participated in this year’s sectional 2012 Ranger of the Year competition held Oct. 19-20. All outposts in the section were invited to send their top Discovery Rangers, Adventure Rangers and Expedition Rangers to the event which not only determines and honors Rangers of the Year for the section, but also presents the opportunity for them to represent the section at Potomac District Ranger of the Year competition. This year’s event was hosted by Outpost 48 at Highway Assembly of God in Fredericksburg, Va. Although few in number, the Rangers who turned out for the overnight event were overall well prepared. For the first time in sectional competition, all the Rangers participating scored in either the “Excellent” or “Outstanding” category.
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The Ranger of the Year event began on Friday evening with a written test that covered the merits specific to each age group, as well as general Ranger knowledge. After a uniform inspection, the Rangers enjoyed a pizza feast and some recreational time prior to lights out. The competition resumed Saturday morning with skills testing to determine each boy’s proficiency in basic Ranger outdoor skills— rope craft, fire craft, tool craft, orienteering and first aid. Bible memorization and an interview designed to encourage boys to have confidence in presenting themselves orally rounded out the weekend’s testing. The Rangers also took time on Saturday to tour the National Museum of the Marine Corps in nearby Quantico, Va. An awards ceremony Saturday afternoon capped the weekend and honored the Rangers’ accomplishments.
Discovery Ranger Logan Marcotte (OP48) took first place with an Outstanding rating. Jared Martin (OP261) finished in second place with an Excellent rating. For Adventure Rangers, Brendon Martin (OP261) finished in first place with an Outstanding rating, and David Hannold (OP361) finished in second place with an Excellent rating. For Expedition Rangers, first place honors went to Caleb Richters (OP48), and in second place was Glenn Hannold (OP361). Both of them had Outstanding ratings. They were followed by Sam Bryant (OP48) in third place with an Outstanding rating and Isaiah Padgett (OP48) with an Excellent rating. The top two scorers in each age group will represent Central Section at Potomac District’s 2012 Ranger of the Year competition next March.
The Scribe November - December 2012
January 2525-26 Northeast Region Commanders’ Conference
CHARTERS DUE It is that time of year again when we need to charter all our commanders and boys. All chartering is done on-line through the National Royal Ranger office website at www.royalrangers.ag.org. Please note, that the only way the district is able to capture contact information on your commanders is through the chartering process. Please include all contact information that is asked for, especially updates to addresses and emails. Once you charter with the National Royal Ranger office, then the district will be able to update its database and contact lists using your charter information.
FCF MEMBERSHIP FEES If you are a member of the Frontiersmen Camping Fellowship, your membership fees are now due for the 2012-2013 year. You may update your membership at the Fall Trace/Great Adventure on Sept. 28-30 or mail to Dennie Daniels, 523 West Virginia Ave., Martinsburg, W.Va. 25401. Please make checks payable to Royal Rangers. For additional information, please contact the District Royal Ranger office.
February 16 Leadership Training Academy March 2 First Aid/CPR Training March 16 Pinewood Derby March 2222-23 Potomac District Commanders’ Conference & Ranger of the Year Competition April 55-7 FCF Spring Trace April 12 Light for the Lost Banquet April 13 Sectional Leadership Roundtable April 27 Ranger Kids Field Day May 1616-19 Central Section Pow Wow June 22 Adventure/Expedition Ranger Event July 20 Sectional Leadership Roundtable August 1111-14 Junior Leadership Training Academy August 1515-18 Potomac District Pow Wow September 66-7 Leadership Training Academy September 14 Discovery Ranger Event September 2727-29 FCF Fall Trace October 12 Sectional Leadership Roundtable October 2525-26 Sectional Ranger of the Year
GUESTS OF THE CORPS Rangers and leaders toured the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Va. on a field trip during this year’s Central Section Ranger of the Year competition. The museum’s distinctive glass and steel spire is pictured in the background.
2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January 12 Sectional Leadership Roundtable
November 11-3 Sectional FCF Rendezvous December 7 LTA/First Aid/CPR Training
The Scribe November - December 2012
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Royal Ranger Leadership Training Academy Scheduled December 1st Central Section is offering the first two foundational training modules in the Rangers Ministry Academy on Saturday, Dec. 1, at First Assembly of God in Front Royal, Va. Ranger Basics is a hands-on experience that teaches Royal Ranger leaders how to run successful outpost meetings, how to use the Rangers curriculum and advancement system, and how to build healthy relationships with boys and young men. You also learn soul-winning techniques for evangelism. Ranger Essentials is an interactive-style training module. You will learn how to connect with today’s boys, along with recognizing ministry needs and outreach opportunities. You will discover how to give life-changing devotions and how to mentor boys and young men into spiritual leaders.
Any Royal Ranger leader working with an outpost in Central Section is encouraged to sign up for this training event. The one-day training academy will also feature two additional sessions: a morning session on Safety and the Church, and an afternoon session on Working With Boys With Disabilities. The event starts with registration at 7:45 a.m. and all training concludes by 2:30 p.m. A full schedule for Saturday, Dec. 1, will be provided in an email announcement within the next several days. Registration information is below. The deadline for registering for this training event is Nov. 26. First A/G in Front Royal is located at 1111 N. Shenandoah Ave.
ROYAL RANGER LEADERSHIP TRAINING ACADEMY December 1, 2012 REGISTRATION FORM Name:
Outpost:
Address:
Phone:
City:
Zip:
Church: Module Cost
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Ranger Basics
$10.00
Ranger Essentials
$10.00
Safety and the Church
$5.00
Working with Boys with Disabilities
$5.00
Amount Enclosed
Meal Cost
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Refreshments & Lunch
$7.00
Send your registration form with payment to Samuel Linn, 1687 McCoys Ford Road, Front Royal, Va. 22630 Contact information is shlinn@comcast.net or call (540) 635-7497 Scribe for November - December The deadline forThe registration this training event 2012 is November 26th.
CENTRAL SECTION STAFF
Press On Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead. Phil. 3:13 By Henry T. Blackaby & Richard Blackaby
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he world will tell you that the dominating influence in your life is your past. If you came from a difficult home life, that will determine the direction of your life. If your culture was treated unfairly, that will dictate the condition of your life today. If you were hurt or abused or if your youth was spent in rebellion, the remainder of your life will be spent struggling with your past. The world is preoccupied with the past because it faces an uncertain future. Christians, on the other hand, live in freedom because Christ has overcome our past. The “old things” have been done away with and “new things” have come (2 Cor. 5:17). God has so totally forgiven the Christian’s sin that He chooses not to remember it (Isa. 43:25). Christians do not forget the past; but we are not controlled or motivated by it. The Christian looks to the future with hope. The people of the world focus on what they are overcoming. Christians focus on what they are becoming. Christians know that the Holy Spirit is conforming them into the image of Christ. Christians know that ultimately they will stand before Christ to give an account of their actions and will spend an eternity in the presence of God. Christians know that eventually every injustice will be addressed and every hurt comforted. They know that Satan, and death itself, will finally be brought to an end. The Christian’s future is so full and rich and exciting that it supercedes whatever happened in the past. If you are preoccupied with your past, ask God to open your eyes to the incredible future that awaits you and begin, like Paul, to press on to what is ahead. Reprinted from “Experiencing God Day-by-Day.”
Sectional Commander Ken O’Maley ................................... (540) 937-6139 Email: kenomaley@aol.com Skyline Area Commander .......................... (Vacant) Shenandoah Area Commander Tony Wilson .................................... (540) 856-8423 Email: royalrangergfm369@gmail.com Allegheny Area Commander ...................... (Vacant) Piedmont Area Commander Julius Williamson ........................... (540) 948-4347 Email: jwilliamson@rrcsb.org Highland Area Commander Royce Rollins ................................. (540) 522-8653 Email: roycerllns28@gmail.com Rappahannock Area Commander Gary Wagner .................................. (540) 898-7415 Email: garywagner54@aol.com Training Coordinator Sam Linn ......................................... (540) 635-7497 Email: shlinn@comcast.net Ranger Kids Coordinator ........................... (Vacant) Discovery Rangers Coordinator Dan Pignaloso ................................ (540) 720-0144 Email: danpigna@yahoo.com Adventure/Expedition Rangers Coordinator Kyle Llewellyn................................. (571) 438-5210 Public Relations Coordinator Gary Wagner ................................. (540) 898-7415 Email: garywagner54@aol.com Boys’ Representative Zachary Wile .................................. (540) 896-7985
CENTRAL SECTION ROYAL RANGERS 11042 Settletown Pl., Rixeyville, VA 22737 Phone: (540) 937-6139 Email: kenomaley@aol.com
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