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FROM THE SCOUT EXECUTIVE
Spring Recruitment…What’s Your Plan?
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ast month you set your clocks ahead for daylight-saving time, but have you looked ahead to the fall for the new Scouting program year?
When I served as my son’s den leader for three years and then troop committee chair for 3 years, I used to think that the start of spring meant one thing, getting ready for summer camp! But we have come to learn that spring is actually one of the most critical times for any pack or troop. For a troop, it’s all about welcoming new Webelos. Just like a sports team, every troop needs an influx of new boys each year. We also know that if a boy reaches the rank of First Class within six months of joining he is 75% more likely to stay in Scouting. When a new Webelos Scout joins your troop, participates in 2-3 campouts and goes to summer camp he is well on his way to earning his First Class rank before the start of the new school year. We also know that one of the best ways to recruit new Scouts is by having a friend who is already in Scouting ask them to join. Challenge your Scouts to have them bring a friend on
your next camp out. You’ll be surprised by the results. One thing that makes a great Cub Scout pack is a succession plan. Do you wait until the fall to recruit new den leaders by asking for a volunteer? People will volunteer, but often it is better to identify the best person to fill this position and ask them in a one-on-one setting. Most times we know the “go to” parents who get things done. Imagine if the Cubmaster and committee chair in consultation with the pack committee determined who the best person to be the new Wolf den leader would be and then asked them in April to fill this position at the start of the new school year? As a council our youth retention rate is one of the best in the nation at 74%, but obviously we can do better. When youth and parents are asked why they dropped out of Scouting the number one reason was boring and disorganized den, pack and troop meetings. A little program and succession planning this spring can have a dramatic impact on the quality of your Scouting
ADVENTURES IN SCOUTING Published February/March, April/May, June/July, August/ September, October/November, December/January by the Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America. This issue and past archived issues can be found on the Heart of America Council website, www.hoac-bsa.org. PRESIDENT Scott Boswell COUNCIL COMMISSIONER Hon. Keith W. Sickendick SCOUT EXECUTIVE Kendrick J.E. Miller
VICE PRESIDENTS Jeremy Croucher William Easley Tom Freeman Lester D. Ham James W. Hayes Clifford W. Illig Jeanette Prenger Gregg Riess Zachary H. Shafran Charlie M. Tetrick
TREASURER Bruce Snyder ASSISTANT TREASURER Gregg Givens LEGAL COUNSEL Richard L. Martin EDITOR Matt I. Armstrong GRAPHIC DESIGN Tammy L. Bosley
program, ultimately impacting the lives of more youth. Make sure your pack and troop takes advantage of all the summer programs and activities offered by the council and have a great summer! As always if you have any questions, ideas or concerns let me know. Kenn Miller (816) 569-4980 Kendrick.Miller@Scouting.org
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COUNCIL CALENDAR April 2015 3 7 9 10 10-12 11 11 15 18 19 21 25-26 24-26 25 28 29
Good Friday — Scout Office Closed Webelos Camp Leader Orientation Webelos Camp Leader Orientation Day Camp Discounted Fee Deadline Wood Badge Training Webelos Camp Leader Orientation Skilled Trades Day — Bartle Boy Scout Camp Final Payment Due Naish Mini Camp Scout Day at the K Council Golf Classic Webelos STEM — Bartle Wood Badge Training Naish Mini Camp Coordinated Council Meeting Bear & Webelos Camp Final Payment Due
May 2015 1-3 9 15-17 16 17 18 25 29-31
OA Spring Induction #1 Dig Day OA Spring Induction #2 SCOUTStrong Challenge Bear Camp Leader Orientation Bear Camp Leader Orientation Memorial Day — Scout Office Closed MOS Tribal Celebration
June 2015 31-5 1-6 4-13 7-13 14-23 15-20 21-25 26 26-27 24-3
NYLT — Session A NYLT — Session B Bartle — Session #1 Naish — Session #1 Bartle — Session #2 Naish — Session #2 Naish — JROTC Camp Scout City BBQ Naish — LDS 11-year-old Camp Bartle — Session #3
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LEGACY OF HONOR | 2014 Eagle Scout Class Reception
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ore than 1,200 Scouts and Scout families made their way to Municipal Music Hall on February 22 to honor three generations of Eagle Scouts. The 2014 David M. Lockton Eagle Scout Class Reception recognized more than 200 members of the 2014 Eagle Scout Class as well as Eagle Scouts from the 1964 and 1989 classes who were celebrating their 50th and 25th anniversaries. In 2014, 675 young men were awarded their Eagle Scout badge in the Heart of America Council — that’s more than twice the national average. Eagle Scouts in 2014 also donated more than 85,000 hours of community service through Eagle Scout projects. Members of the 2014 class who attended this year’s reception were presented a limited edition challenge coin and were included in the official Eagle Scout class photo. Attendees can order their very own David McCaughey, 2015 commemorative photo Paul D. Arend Distinguished at http://mcarverphoto. Scoutmaster Award recipient com/bsa2014. This year’s reception also featured the presentation of the Paul D. Arend Distinguished Scoutmaster Award and the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award. The Paul D. Arend Distinguished Scoutmaster Award is presented annu-
ally to a Heart of America Council Scoutmaster who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to the values of the Scout Oath and Law and to the mentorship of Eagle Scouts. This year’s award was presented to Scoutmaster David McCaughey from Troop 1195 in Lee’s Summit, MO. The 2015 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award was presented to Eagle Scout Andrew Clark from Troop 282 in Leawood, KS. Andrew’s Eagle Scout project was conducted at his church, Leawood Glenn and Melinda Adams present Presbyterian. the National Eagle Scout Service Andrew, along Project of the Year Award to with Scouts from Andrew Clark Troop 282, constructed a bridge across a creek at the church. The project was designed to allow riding lawnmowers and other equipment to move around the property easier and to help the church use the land more effectively. Special thanks to everyone that attended especially David Lockton, Chairman, Lockton Companies, our 2014 Eagle Scout Class Honoree.
Council Scouter Honored for Service to Scouts with Disabilities The Heart of America Council is pleased to announce the selection of Karen Jones as the recipient of this year’s Woods Service Award. The Woods Service Award is a national Scouting award that recognizes only one Scouting volunteer a year for their exceptional service to Scouts with disabilities and special needs. Karen’s service to youth in the Heart of America Council, Central Region and National Council truly demonstrates her commitment to the Scouting program. Karen will be honored with the award at the BSA National Meeting this May in Atlanta.
DIG DAY MAY 9 | COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY The Heart of America Council’s inaugural Dig Day will help beautify our communities for spring. Partnering with Kansas City Parks and Recreation, Scouts in the North Star and Pioneer Trails Districts, along with members of Tamegonit Lodge, will help plant flowers in over 120 flower beds across the city. The day will officially kickoff at the Eagle Scout Memorial Fountain at 9:00 am. From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, volunteers will work with Parks and Rec employees to plant flowers. Be sure to pack a lunch and bring drinking water.
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7 Facts about the NEW Cub Scout Program From “Bryan on Scouting” — A Blog for BSA Adult Leaders The June 1 launch of the new Cub Scout program is approaching fast. Feeling less than prepared? The latest edition of CubCast covers how Cubmasters and den leaders can get ready for the new Cub Scout program. This month’s guest is Ken King, a member of the task force that conceived and designed the new Cub Scout program materials. Go to www. scouting.org/Scoutcast/Cubcast/2015.aspx to listen now or check out 7 facts that will help you launch the new program in your pack.
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The program materials debut May 1
That’ll give you plenty of time to check out the actual materials you’ll use with your Cub Scouts. You can also see a ton of content now at the BSA’s Program Updates page at www.scouting.org/ scoutsource/programupdates.aspx.
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You won’t need a ton of extra materials.
“You don’t need to buy additional resources — things like the Group Meeting Sparklers, the Cub Scout Songbook, (and) the How-to Book of Cub Scouting,” King says. “They’re all still available as extra resource materials, but everything is contained in one single den leader guide.”
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Overall pack meeting structure will look the same.
You’ll “be familiar with it,” King says. You’ve “had experience with pack meetings, but some things we’ve developed to help them be more successful is we have a team that’s putting together new pack meeting plans.”
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There are more opportunities for immediate recognition.
Cub Scout-age boys love instant recognition. That’s been a standard at den meetings, and now it’s more true at pack meetings, too. “There’s also more opportunities for recognition during pack meetings,” King says, “depending on
how the pack wants to organize that, boys can be recognized consistently, which will encourage them to be involved in the pack meetings and bring their families in to celebrate their successes.”
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The transition from old to new is actually really easy.
“Starting on June 1, if you’re a new Tiger, a Wolf, Bear, or starting the Webelos program, just use the new program materials that are in the handbooks and materials,” King says. “They’re designed to make it easy to use, and when they finish their current level of program, they can just step into the next step without any problem.”
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Boys working on Arrow of Light can use new or old.
“Boys that’ll be working on their Arrow of Light” later this year have two choices, King says. “They can keep using the current program, or they have the additional option that they can apply some of their previously earned Webelos-level recognitions and their activity badges; some of those can be used for advancement in the new system.”
“Pick up a copy of the youth handbook that you’ll be working with and the den leader guide that you’ll need and spend some time reviewing,” King says, “because the den leader guide will map out how to deliver a den meeting in great detail.”
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The new Cub Scout program will cost the same (or maybe less).
“The number of adventure loops required is approximately the same as the number of academic and sports loops that are earned by boys right now,” King says. “The new program won’t be appreciably different, and some calculations suggest it will be a little bit less than what it is right now.”
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SCOUTStrong Challenge Saturday, May 16 — Kansas Speedway
Register today at www.scoutstrongchallenge.org.
The Challenge is back. Be part of the 3rd annual SCOUTStrong Challenge Half Marathon and 5K on May 16. This USA Track and Field sanctioned race will begin and end on the track of the Kansas Speedway! This event is open to runners of all ages and includes…
2015 RACE FEATURES: ▶ Half Marathon Prize Purse ▶ Chip time, instant results ▶ Unique custom medal for all runners ▶ Certified course ▶ Custom Technical shirt for all runners
▶ Post-race party with food, beverages and music ▶ Awards for top finishers in all age groups
Sporting Kansas City Scout Night Friday, September 18 — Sporting Park Scout Night is back at Sporting Park! Join us on Friday, September 18 as Sporting Kansas City takes on FC Dallas in a Western Conference showdown. Tickets are only $25 (a $40 value). But act fast! This game will sell out and less than 2,000 Scout Night tickets are still available. Order your tickets today at www. hoac-bsa.org/sporting-kc.
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2015-2016 IDEAL YEAR OF SCOUTING
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roviding a year-round, quality Scouting program should be the goal of every Scouting unit. The Ideal Year of Scouting helps you develop an annual program plan, a budget to go along with that plan, and a fundraising plan to reach your program goals. The result is a well-managed, well-financed Scouting unit that spends time Scouting and not raising money.
Steps to your Ideal Year of Scouting: 1.) Plan your annual program 2.) Develop a budget that includes enough income to achieve the program 3.) Grow your program by recruiting and welcoming new families 4.) Get commitments from parents and youth and train your leaders
Steps to Develop your Yearly Program: Brainstorm ideas of things you would like to do as a unit. Include a wide range of activities like field trips and service projects. Have the unit committee evaluate each suggestion and go back to the unit with an “approved” list. Have youth vote on their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices. The activities receiving the most votes should be put into your annual program plan. Put together a draft program calendar. Assign potential activities for further research (cost, times, availability, etc.) Finalize your program plan. Put together a budget to fund the program. Recruit new youth and adult members during a school night/recruitment event. Hold a program kickoff for new and returning families.
2015-2016 Ideal Year of Scouting Planning Guide Start your Ideal Year of Scouting with our newly updated planning guides. These full-color guides will be provided at no cost to all packs, troops, and Unit Commissioners. (*limit 2 per unit). Guides will be available starting in May at your District Roundtable.
Conduct your annual fundraising event (popcorn). Implement your program plan.
STEM Camp 2015 Bartle | July 26 – August 1 The H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation will host the inaugural STEM Boy Scout Camp this summer. The STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) themed camp will offer up everything from the science of GPS to engineering. Registration is limited to the first 200 Scouts. Cost is $245 per person. Leaders are encouraged to attend, but are not required to do so. Register now at http://BartleSTEM. Kintera.org. 6 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
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FINANCE NEWS
In Memory of: Edwin Burton
James & Ann Bohanon
John E Jones
Gladys Bundy Michael & Donna Bundy Jeffrey & Kathy Botnen Sharon Bundy Patricia Botnen Allan & Sherryl Carter David & Katrina Carey Delpha L “Pam” Cox Karen Cox Bill Crain Downing Construction Co Inc Kent & Jeri Ervin Alvy Eberly Michael Farr Stephen Clark Cody Harris Nelson Davis Larry & Donna Largent Pauline Davis Beverly & Dale Lewis Margaret & Kevin Ellenberger James J Libal Janice L Godley Douglas Machamer Henry & Elizabeth Grubb Harold & Ellen McGurk The Heartland Indoor Tana McGovern Horseshoe Association Amy McKee Arnold & Dorene Manvitz Gail Moran Dr. James & Carla Mutti Dave & Lisa Polson Regina & Donald Norris Gary & Barbara Schrag Alfred & Sarah Salmon Sunflower German Leanne M Young Shorthaired Kenneth & Virginia Taylor John C Eisele Robert & Susan Thompson Hallmark Cards Inc. Jerry & Diana Wickersham Michael & Vickie Wolgast Ray Glenn LS & JS Wilson Benjamin & Marilyn Hoke Karlan & Lu Ann Yager
“Law & Order” Star Highlights Record Setting Luncheon 2015 PATRON LUNCHEON | MARCH 5 | MARRIOTT MUEHLEBACH Fred Thompson explains the importance of the Scouting program in Kansas City
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t’s a new record! Thanks to the more than 940 business and community leaders who made their way to the Marriott Muehlebach on March 5 for the Heart of America Council’s 8th annual Patron Luncheon. The event not only raises much needed funds for Scouting, it also showcases the importance of the program to the Kansas City community. In addition to welcoming a record setting crowd, this year’s luncheon also raised a record setting $446,500 for local Scouting programs. Former senator and “Law & Order” star, Fred Thompson, served as the guest speaker while Michael Hagedorn, President and CEO, UMB Bank n.a., served as this year’s luncheon chairman. Special thanks to all our table hosts and corporate sponsors for continuing to make the Patron Luncheon one of Kansas City’s best fundraising events.
Don Weinstein Alice Capson
Eagle Scout Steven Madigan shares what Scouting means to him
In Honor of: Sean M Dane Rhesa Dane
Billy Dean Wunsch Lou Ann Preston
To remember a loved one or honor a friend, mail your check to Memorials & Tributes, Heart of America Council, Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 414177, Kansas City, MO 64141-4177. For more information, contact Jeromy Rutledge at (816) 569-4965.
Patron Luncheon color guard
Michael Hagedorn, Fred Thompson, Scott Boswell Michael Hagedorn officially passes the gavel to next year’s luncheon chairman Steve Hooley, President and CEO, DST Systems, Inc.
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CAMPING NEWS
eservations Ready for CAMP UPGRADES | RSummer Camp
MIC-O-SAY NEWS The Tribe of Mic-O-Say
The Council Properties and Camping Committees are excited to announce some exciting new upgrades to the Theodore Naish and H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservations this summer.
THE TRAIL AHEAD
At Naish, the list includes the introduction of a new ATV Program at Boy Scout Camp and the installation of Auto-Belays for the climbing tower. The new Auto-Belay system will allow Webelos to utilize the tower. You’ll also notice a new changing area in Bear Camp. In ad¬dition to the yearly improvements on the camp roads, new water heaters will be installed at the pools and the dining hall and Great House will also undergo routine maintenance.
It’s hard to imagine that a fledgling organization born in the early days of 1929 would eventually grow to become one of the largest and most influential leadership organizations in all of Scouting, but that’s precisely the history of the Tribe of MicO-Say in the Heart of America Council.
Update Your Tribal Records
Mic-O-Say’s Tribal Celebration will be held May 29-31 at the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation. All Tribesmen are invited back to celebrate Mic-OSay’s role in the lives of more than 75,000 Scouts and Scouters who have taken the long and hazardous trail to the Inner Circle.
The “Tribe of MicO-Say — HOAC” Facebook Page is just over a year old and has nearly 3,000 members! Have you “Liked” the page yet? Join today to stay up-to-date on information and events and join in the fellowship and discussions.
At Bartle, major repairs will be completed at all pools in addition to painting some of the pools and all of the shower houses. Installation of a new public address system will continue in all three camps, along with remodeling the RHQ kitchen and the replacement of waterlines. In support of one of the Reservation’s newest programs, a new BMX Bike pavilion will be constructed along with the addition of a few new mountain bikes. At the lake front, a major investment will be made over the next few years to replace all of the docks. The cost of all of these improvements is estimated at $327,000, which comes from a distribution of earnings from the Heart of America Council Trust Fund.
AROUND THE | Bartle RESERVATION At a recent workday, the last of over 100 new trail signs and mile markers were installed throughout the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation. Special thanks to Mike Meyers for taking the lead on this project and to Clarence Stevens for routing out most of the trail signs. The ultimate goal for this project was to help our Scouts and leaders hike the many trails of the Reservation.
NEW PROGRAM | Bartle Crate stacking? Trust us, this is one activity your Scouts will be talking about. Be one of the first to try this new outpost at the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation this summer. Scouts will test their strength and agility as they stack milk crates without getting off the stack. Participants will then take an exciting ride down the zip line to complete their outpost time.
A Rich History, A Bright Future
Need to update your contact information with the Tribe? Visit www.hoac-bsa.org/ change-of-information While the growth of Mic-O-Say over the last eightand connect using your plus decades is notable, the goal of our Tribe has tribal number, which never been to get bigger simply for the sake of docan be found on the ing so. Rather, the goal established by generations mailing label of your of exceptional leaders has been to grow Mic-O-Say Cedar Smoke. in order to prepare young men to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them Join the Tribe’s the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Facebook Page
The Tribal Celebration is a weekend of camaraderie and bonding of the finest brotherhood in the world. It’s a fantastic weekend that launches our camping season and provides opportunities to renew and launch new friendships. It’s important for all Tribesmen to make sure our youngest members attend the Celebration. This annual event is an excellent occasion for the young Tribesmen in your unit to experience Mic-O-Say in action. This year’s Celebration theme, “The Trail Ahead,” commemorates a legacy of leadership and the promise of a strong future through exceptional brotherhood. Even though the way ahead cannot be known, the trail that has been blazed by unselfish service and willing leadership leads to an Inner Circle that is always strong and has never been broken in spirit. Join your fellow Tribesmen for a weekend of friendship and warmth. Register for the 2015 MicO-Say Tribal Celebration today at www.hoac-bsa. org/mic-o-say-tribal-celebration.
Bartle and Mic-O-Say Workday The camping season is just around the corner. Help prepare camp by volunteering at the next workday on May 9. There are many projects that will be underway and this is a great way to give back to your Reservation. Visit www.hoac-bsa.org/ campmasters for more information or to register.
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WEBELOS RESIDENT CAMP
BEAR RESIDENT CAMP
Theodore Naish Scout Reservation
Theodore Naish Scout Reservation — Cub World
Webelos Camp 2015 will feature the BRAND NEW Webelos programming adventures and elective requirements! Make memories that last with this two-night, three-day camping experience for first and second year Webelos. Online registration is now available at www. scoutcamping.org. 2015 Webelos Camp Fees • On or Before 4/29/15 — $145.00 • After 4/29/15 — $155.00
Bear Camp 2015 will feature the BRAND NEW Cub Scout Program! Join your Scout for a one-night, two-day introduction to the Boy Scout summer camp experience. As a one-on-one camping adventure, every youth attending Bear Resident Camp must have an adult partner. Online registration is now available at www. scoutcamping.org.
2015 Webelos Leader Orientation Meetings: Tuesday, April 7 — Camp Naish — 7:00 pm Thursday, April 9 — Camp Naish — 7:00 pm Saturday, April 11 — Council Service Center — 10:00 am
2015 Bear Camp Fees • On or Before 4/29/15 — $65.00 • After 4/29/15 — $75.00 2015 Bear Leader Orientation Meetings: Sunday, May 17 — Camp Naish — 10:00 am Monday, May 18 — Camp Naish — 7:00 pm
ORDER OF THE ARROW OA Induction Weekends
100th Anniversary Plans
Make sure to sign up for an Induction Weekend as soon as possible. All newly elected candidates should be signed-up to attend an Induction Weekend and anyone who has been an Ordeal member for at least 10 months should come to an Induction Weekend to seal their membership in the OA by becoming a Brotherhood member.
At the end of March, the initial plans for the Centennial Celebration of the OA within Tamegonit Lodge started rolling out. First up is the Saturday, June 20 visit of the Central Region ArrowTour. Next up will be the 160-strong Tamegonit contingent to the 2015 National Order of the Arrow Conference August 2-8 in Michigan. The Lodge’s capstone will be the celebration at Fall Fellowship, September 18-20.
OA’s centennial by working to complete the Arrowman Service Award. This award is one of the few patches that is approved by the national Order of the Arrow committee to be worn on an OA sash.
The purpose of the Arrowman Service Award (ASA) is to 2015 Schedule encourage Arrow• Spring Induction #1 — May 1-3 men to recommit Registration Deadline — April 17 themselves to the ideals of the Or• Spring Induction #2 — May 15-17 2015 Award Nominations Registration Deadline — May 1 der, increase their level of service • Summer Induction #1 — June 10-11 Due July 1. Nominations for to their local unit and council, and the Vigil Honor and Founder’s Registration Deadline — May 27 participate in the 100th anniver• Summer Induction #2 — June 17-18 Award are due no later than July 1. sary celebration of the OA. The Download the nomination forms Registration Deadline — June 3 award has three categories of crite• Fall Induction #1 — August 14-16 at www.hoac-bsa.org/resources-oa. ria with various requirements that Registration Deadline — July 31 Arrowmen can complete. These Arrowman Service Award • Fall Induction #2 — August 28-30 include components on personal Registration Deadline — August 14 Registered members in good growth, service to Scouting, and standing with the BSA, their local participation in the centennial Download the 2015 Induction council and their Order of the Ar- celebration. Download the award Packet at www.hoac-bsa.org/oarow Lodge can commemorate the forms at www.oa-bsa.org. activities.
Central Region ArrowTour Visits Kansas June 20 | Camp Naish Arrowmen…Here’s your first chance to join in the Centennial celebration of the Order of the Arrow. The Central Region ArrowTour will visit the Theodore Naish Scout Reservation on Saturday, June 20. The Lodge Executive Committee is at work finalizing its plans for added features and fun that will enhance the ArrowTour program. Highlights include: • Evening Show — Designed to help you reflect, connect, and discover the unlimited possibilities available within Scouting and the Order of the Arrow. • Activities — Include ‘Lodgeball’ and ga-ga ball • Trading Post, Branding and Silk Screening — Buy centennial memorabilia and brand personal items. • Reflect Tent — A time-capsule, interactive journey through the first 100 years of the Order of the Arrow. • Connect Tent — Find out the latest OA News. All our Tamegonit Lodge Centurions will be recognized on the Centurion Wall of Honor.
Book your Mini-Camp Adventure this Spring Boy Scouts and Venturers can participate in activities ranging from shooting sports and archery to COPE and Wilderness First Aid training. Most programs cost $30 for the day. Registration includes lunch for all programs. Participants may register individually or as a unit and choose either a day or weekend option. Visit www. hoacbsa.org/mini-camp-weekends for more information. Spring Mini-Camps: April 18, April 25
NEW PROGRAM | Naish Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush. Our new ATV outpost will be officially unveiled this summer at the Theodore Naish Scout Reservation. Scouts will learn ATV safety and then travel our professionally designed dirt course through the backwoods of the reservation. 9
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CUB SCOUT CAMPING
KNIGHTS IN TRAINING 13 Different Locations
1 Great Program Day Camp is a great way for your son to experience the thrill of the outdoors all while being close to home. This year’s theme • KNIGHTS IN TRAINING • will introduce your Cub Scout to the ultimate medieval adventure. Day Camp is open to all Cub Scouts, including Kindergarten graduates, and typically runs 4-5 days from 9:00 am to 3:00 daily. Camps are geographically located throughout the Heart of America Council for the convenience of our Scouting families.
Experience A Medieval Summer Camp Adventure For Only $60
Registration Now Open! 816-942-9333
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ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
ARCHERY
SCIENCE ARTS & CRAFTS
SLINGSHOTS Your Day Camp Adventure is
ONLY A CLICK AWAY
Registering for Day Camp is easy.
OBSTACLE COURSE NATURE HIKES
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Simply visit SCOUTCAMPING.ORG and click CUB SCOUT CAMPING then DAY CAMP. From there you can register or select your DISTRICT for specific camp information. PLEASE REGISTER AS A PACK
AND MUCH MORE!
DAY CAMP FEES On or Before 4/10/15 — $60 per Scout After 4/11/15 — $70 per Scout At Camp — $75 per Scout
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE The Heart of America Council believes that every Scout should have the opportunity to attend summer camp. Financial aid or CAMPERSHIPS are available to Scouts who qualify. Visit HOAC-BSA. ORG for details.
*Cost for new Scouts, regardless of age, is $60 anytime All campers will receive the official 2015 KNIGHTS IN TRAINING t-shirt and patch.
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SPECIAL FEATURE | GIRLS ONLY Venturing Crew 2052 By Casey Hutchins, Crew 2052
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t’s been all about the girls for Venturing Crew 2052 since the beginning. The all-female crew chartered out of Lawrence, KS has been active since October 2002, giving its members opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in the areas of high adventure and leadership. The crew has filtered through its fair share of girls, and there are currently 20 registered Venturers ranging in Enjoying the view during the crew’s age from 14 to 20. Dani M., 2014 Philmont Trek active in the crew for about a year and a half, says she joined because she craved high adventure. “I wanted to get to do things that your everyday, average person doesn’t get to do,” she said. Although relatively new to the crew, Dani was quickly able to work her way up to leadership positions. She currently serves as the crew’s quartermaster, meaning she is responsible for the crew’s equipment on trips. “It’s taught me what it really means to be in a girl-led crew,” she said. “And that if you want something to be done or changed, then you can do it.” Dani is right. It’s the girls themselves who decide Canopy zip-line at the 2012 what they want to do and Summit Shakedown. The crew where they want to go. was among the first 2,000 From participating in Scouts to experience the Bechtel activities across the country Summit Reserve in and around the world, West Virginia. the crew has no physical boundaries when it comes to staying active. The crew has participated in several Scouting camps in the Kansas City area; has been to Philmont, a high-adventure Scout ranch in New Mexico four times; Philmont’s winter program, Kanik, twice; OKPIK, a high-adventure program in Minnesota, twice; The Summit, a high-adventure base in Virginia; the Irish International Jamboree near Dublin in 2008; Kandersteg, an international Scout center in Switzerland; and much more. Ryan H., a crew member since 2010, has been to Philmont twice and said those were some of her best
experiences with the crew. “It was a way to get to know other Scouts while having this amazing experience at the same time,” she said. The second time around, Ryan served as the crew’s leader, a position that gave her valuable leadership experience. “It allowed me to learn how to make an executive decision for a large group of people. It also helped me to listen to others’ input in order to make a decision.” The girls often seek adventures on an individual level as well. Carrie D. served on staff at Gilwell, an international Scout base in England, and Joanna M. served on staff at Kandersteg. Several former Scouts have also served as staff at Philmont. Phoebe C. enjoyed her Philmont experience so much she decided to return to do the ROCS trek. The Roving Outdoor Conservation School trek is a 21-day adventure committed to environmental service. “I decided to go back because I loved it so much the first time around,” Phoebe said. “I’m really looking forward to meeting new people, seeing more of the property and learning more about conservation.” The experiences the members of Crew 2052 have had as a part of VenturCrew members helping out at ing extend far beyond the the 2014 Venturing Haunted crew itself. “It’s taught me Trails event that every day should be embraced and that I need to apply what I’ve learned in Venturing to make every day count,” Dani said. For more information on the crew, visit www.venturecrew2052.org or “like” them on Facebook.
VENTURING 2015 VOA Meetings We celebrated the 16th anniversary of Venturing at the February VOA meeting in style with cake, snacks, and even a hot chocolate bar! We had so much fun that we decided to provide light snacks and drinks at all meetings now! The monthly VOA meeting is held the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Council Service Center. The goal is that an officer from every Crew in the council attends this meeting.
INTERNATIONAL SCOUTING
Messengers of Peace In February, Eagle Scout Alex Houston from Lawrence, KS was invited by Scouts in Morelia, Michoacan to help celebrate Founder’s Day, the 158th anniversary of the birth of Lord BadenPowell. Following a brief ceremony, he joined some 300 enthusiastic youth and adults from Scouts de Mexico in a rally and parade ending next to the historic Cathedral de Morelia. While
there, Alex also helped to promote Monarchs for Peace, a cooperative international Scouting service project effort involving scouts in Canada, the United States and Mexico.
Council Plans Contingent to Ecuador The council’s International Scouting committee is currently planning a trip to the Sierra Azul Mountain Rainforest Reserve and Galapagos Islands for the summer of 2016. Sierra Azul is a private ecological reserve that protects and preserves the mountain rainforest, supports scientific research and promotes ecotourism.
Trip Details:
• Summer 2016 • 10-14 days • Group size 24-36, coed • Venturing Youth Age: 14-25 • Cost Estimate: $3,600 – $4,100 For more information contact Tom Johnson at tjohnsonacme@aol.com.
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April/May 2015
TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT
College of Commissioner Service
WEBELOS STEM WEEKEND April 25-26 | H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation For the third consecutive year, representatives from the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation staff and the Tribe of Mic-O-Say are enthusiastically making preparations to host Webelos and parents for a weekend of STEM-themed fun and excitement. The spring Webelos STEM Weekend will be held Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, April 26. The weekend is geared specifically to all Webelos eligible to attend a Webelos resident camp this summer, and it is an outstanding opportunity for a boy and his parent to get a taste of what it means to be a Boy Scout and camp at Bartle. Webelos in attendance will rotate through a series of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) related activities during the day on Saturday, some of which directly support the Cub Scout Supernova Awards. With activities ranging from hands-on science
experiments to high-flying projectile motion activities, shooting sports, rockets, and even a climbing tower, a good time is in store for all! On Saturday evening, participants will be introduced to the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and will be taken on a guided tour of the Ceremonial Ridge prior to the evening campfire. In order to provide participants a more comprehensive idea of what it’s like to camp on the Reservation, lunch and dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast on Sunday will be enjoyed in the Camp Lone Star Dining Hall. With regard to accommodations for Saturday night, Webelos and their parents will sleep in self-provided tents on wooden platforms in Camp Lone Star campsites. Register today at www.hoac-bsa.org. Space is limited to the first 250 youth and 250 parents who sign up. Previous Webelos attendees and their parents are welcome to return for an enhanced experience.
Track your Community Service Hours Community service is a major part of the Journey to Excellence program. In 2014, our units logged 183,083 hours through 2,350 service projects. However, our council misses out on being recognized for over a third more hours and up to a thousand more projects each year because they were not logged into the Journey to Excellence system by our units. Please take the time to enter your hours in 2015. Service projects for Mic-O-Say and Order of the Arrow count! Service projects for your chartered organization count! Service projects for the council and district community service days count! Eagle Scout service projects count! Find answers to all your community service questions at www.hoac-bsa.org/community-service.
This year’s Commissioner College was held on February 28 at Cerner’s Riverport facility. While still sponsored by the Heart of America Council, the college was renamed the Central Region Area 5 College of Commissioner Service. The new name reflects the fact that the program attracts commissioners and faculty from a majority of Area 5’s councils. Degrees and training certificates were offered ranging from Commissioner Basic Training to Doctor of Commissioner Service. In total, nearly 250 commissioners and professional staff attended. This year we were honored to have as our speaker Ret. Vice Admiral Dan McCarthy who was recently named Summit Group Director for Scouting’s new Summit Bechtel Reserve. The college also recognized Terry Chapman for his outstanding service and dedication as Dean of the Commissioner College for the past six years. New Commissioners take the Commissioner’s Oath
2015 Missouri Catholic Awards Reception The Kansas City-St. Joseph Catholic Committee held its Adult Religious Award ceremony on February 15 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Troop 80 served as host and Bishop Robert Finn presided. The annual ceremony recognizes Scout leaders for their service to Catholic youth in the diocese. The Bronze Pelican is awarded on the local diocesan level. Recipients were: • Jerry Adams — Troop 261 • John Baccala — Troop 80 • David Denfeld — Troop 673 • Jim Engelman — Troop 221 • Jeff Martin — Troop 221 • Kristen Perez — Pack 865
• Connie Revers — Troop 261 • Laura Safley — Pack 118 • Jerald Spooner — Pack 221 • Delmar Swindle — Troop 362 • Aaron Wright — Troop 118
The St. George Emblem is awarded by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting and this year’s recipient was Doug Warrens, Troop 84. Bishop Finn and the Catholic Committee also recognized 11 Scouts who had earned their Ad Altare Dei religious award during the past year.
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April/May 2015
SCOUT DISCOUNT EVENTS
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Book your next Boy Scout adventure to SEA LIFE Aquarium Kansas City and request our brand new Oceanography Merit Badge Program. Once complete, the boys will be very close to completing their Oceanography Merit Badge.
$25 per Boy Scout and will last 3 hours. Cost includes the program, admission into SEA LIFE Aquarium Kansas City and a behind the scenes tour.
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April/May 2015
SCOUTING HISTORY
SCOUTING HISTORY
The Greater Kansas City Area Trade-O-Ree By Andy Dubill, Council Historian The other evening I was looking at a past issue of the ISCA Journal — a publication produced by the International Scouting Collectors Association that hundreds of Scouting memorabilia collectors use as a reference. I thought of the many questions about a particular patch or item that I have received from our Heart of America Council Scouters during the time I have written this column. We learn about our hobby by asking questions of other collectors, reading articles, viewing displays and through other sources. One excellent way to learn about Scouting memorabilia and the history of our Council is to attend a TradeO-Ree or a gathering of many Scout memorabilia collectors who meet to buy and trade Scout memorabilia. We are very fortunate to have such an event coming up in Kansas City this year. The 2015 Greater Kansas City Area Trade-O-Ree will be held May 1-2, 2015 at Hillside Christian Church in Kansas City North. The event will feature historical displays of local Scouting memorabilia, and collectors from around the Midwest will have a wide variety of Scouting items that are available for sale and trade. Best of all, admission is FREE and Scouts in uniform will receive a FREE patch! Scouts can also work on the Collections merit badge while at the event. Proceeds from concessions, table rental and the silent auction benefit the Heart of America Council Camp Staff Scholarship Fund. If you want to advance your knowledge about Scouting history and memorabilia, plan to attend the 2015 Greater Kansas City Area Trade-ORee. It has been held in Kansas City for several years and it gets better every year. Since certain proceeds benefit the Heart of America Council Camp Staff Scholarship Fund, it is a great way to give back to Scouting while you learn a little more about Scouting memorabilia and history. Please visit www. KCScoutingHistory.org/KCTOR for more information. If you have questions about Scouting history that would be good topics for future columns email Andy Dubill at adubill@aol.com.
HIGH ADVENTURE
Join Council Contingents to the SUMMIT and PHILMONT Pine shaded mountain trails or mountain biking through an Appalachian hardwood forest. High adventure backpacking in New Mexico or high challenge skateboarding on a West Virginia mountaintop. The opportunity for all this is out there, waiting for you. Unit leaders are asked to spread the word that Boy Scouts and Venturers can enjoy either of these exciting adventures as part of council contingents this summer. Five positions are still open for the council trek to Philmont, departing right after the 4th of July. Participants will have the opportunity to go rock climbing, gold panning, horseback riding and so much more during their ten days of backpacking in New Mexico’s Sangre de Christo Mountains. In early August, a council contingent made up of 20 youth will travel to the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. The group will spend a week sampling a whole gamut of high adventure and special outdoor activities at the fantastic new home of the National Scout Jamboree. Scouts interested in either of these opportunities should contact Leslie Staack immediately at (816) 569-4969 or leslie.staack@scouting.org.
2017 National Jamboree In just over two years, we intend to send our largest contingent of Scouts to the Summit Bechtel Reserve for the 2017 National Jamboree. To do this, we are looking for the right leaders to make this event possible for our Scouts. Our goal is to fill 5 Troops and 4 Venturing Crews. If you are interested in leading a group of Scouts to the National Jamboree contact Leslie Staack at (816) 569-4969 or leslie.staack@ scouting.org. Key Dates: March 1 – May 1 — Adult leader applications submitted May 1 – May 15 — Leader position interviews June 1 — Leadership announced for 2017 June – August — Media at Bartle and Naish supporting Jamboree 2017 to generate Scout interest
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April/May 2015
HEART OF AMERICA COUNCIL EAGLE SCOUTS — DECEMBER 2014 - JANUARY 2015 BIG MUDDY
Troop 1374
George Lewis
Paul Crooks, SM
THUNDERBIRD
Troop 1324
Samuel Hawkins
Roland Francis, SM
Troop 1376
Jake Hall
Michael Riley, SM
Troop 1032
Jacob Peveler
Dan Barnes, SM
Troop 1324
Blaine Wyse
Roland Francis, SM
Troop 1393
Carrigan Gross
Bryan Karr, SM
Troop 1042
Lawrence Reilly
Jay DeHardt, SM
Troop 1324
Charles Day
Roland Francis, SM
Troop 1394
Brandon Streich
Brian Streich, SM
Troop 1219
Dominic Guillen
Scott Payton, SM
Troop 1324
Justin Carter
Roland Francis, SM
Troop 1395
Gabriel Truby
Steven Conway, SM
Troop 1245
Scott Ruth
Mark Boles, SM
Troop 1713
Alex Rodenberg
John Mitchell, SM
Troop 1397
Garrett Downey
Timothy Kixmiller, SM
Troop 1245
Nicholas McCord
Mark Boles, SM
Troop 1713
Aaron Spease
John Mitchell, SM
Troop 1408
Andrew Fine II
Jeffrey Walters, SM
Troop 1262
Austin Finley
Jon Ledford, SM
Crew 2137
Aaron Valencic
Andrew Valencic, ADV
BLUE ELK Troop 1492
Mark Myers II
Troop 1264
Spencer Gouldsmith
Mark Dunning, SM
Troop 1300
Christopher Barzilla
Samuel Bass, SM
William Hyatt, SM
NORTHERN TIER
Troop 1323
Andrew Crance
David Parker, SM
Samuel Christensen
Allen Perkins, SM
Troop 1338
Jacob Fuller
John Oelklaus, SM
Troop 1510
Tyler Brown
Paul Fyffe, SM
Troop 1692
Dylan Gunderson
Brian Gilliland, SM
Troop 199
Troop 1738
John Fry
Paul Villanueva, SM
Troop 247
Jackson Gress
Scott Armstrong, SM
Troop 299
Matthew Stuart
Eric Argie, SM
KAW
Troop 1531
Kaleb Hughes
Damon Valdez, SM
Troop 1801
Nathan Aeschliman
Randall Swetnam, SM
Troop 1801
Samuel Aeschliman
Randall Swetnam, SM
Troop 5
Aaron Dominic
Brian Turrel, SM
PELATHE
Troop 44
Juan Mitchell
Bryan Sherrow, SM
Troop 55
Michael Heschmeyer
Robert Burdick, SM
Troop 66
Ian Dopheide
Richard Lockwood, SM
Troop 55
Matthew Pribbenow
Robert Burdick, SM
TRAILHEAD
Lucas Mackey
Robert Burdick, SM
Troop 10
Christos Davlantes
Robert Day, SM
Troop 167
Stephen Tate
Roger Linder, SM
Troop 55
Troop 366
Chase Allen
Gerard Overbey, SM
Troop 55
Levi Koch
Robert Burdick, SM
Troop 10
Luke Philgreen
Robert Day, SM
Troop 59
Ty Hartman
Guy Jacobs, SM
Troop 92
Aaron Trupp
James Rinehart, SM
Troop 59
Austin Mason
Guy Jacobs, SM
Troop 92
Blake Meyer
James Rinehart, SM
LONE BEAR Troop 1019
Jesse Colhour
Kenneth Raub, SM
Troop 1031
Benjamin Bissen
Jonathan Smith, SM
PIONEER TRAILS
Troop 1225
James Houk
Dennis Wolf, SM
Troop 1016
Quinn Lyddon Stephen Lynn
Troop 257
Logan Jenkins
Andrew Russell, SM
Troop 257
Alexander Ralston
Andrew Russell, SM
Scott Boswell Sr, SM
Troop 257
Jacob Cox
Andrew Russell, SM
Jeffery Baird, SM
Troop 284
James Te Linn Onnen
Steven Revare, SM
Troop 1225
Jacob Smith
Dennis Wolf, SM
Troop 1030
Troop 1225
Jordan Whalan
Dennis Wolf, SM
Troop 1030
Ryan Murphy
Jeffery Baird, SM
Troop 284
Daniel Rinner
Steven Revare, SM
Anthony Irick
Jeffery Baird, SM
Troop 333
Liam Elder
Terry Ecklund, SM
Jose Jackson
James Bernard III, SM
Troop 387
Kyle Baker
Richard Thomann, SM
Troop 395
Ryan Graves
Bryan Clingan, SM
Troop 1225
James McIntire
Dennis Wolf, SM
Troop 1030
Troop 1225
Jacob Houk
Dennis Wolf, SM
Troop 1050
Troop 1430
Wilson Hills
Robert Straw, SM
Troop 1080
Larry Cooper
Salvatore Valenti, SM
Troop 1430
Mitchell Greer
Robert Straw, SM
Troop 1080
Zachary Palmer
Salvatore Valenti, SM
Troop 395
Benjamin Trickey III
Bryan Clingan, SM
Edmund Bingaman
Bryan Clingan, SM
Charles Scalora
Bryan Clingan, SM
Troop 1430
Chase Cooper
Robert Straw, SM
Troop 1080
Sebastien Harmon
Salvatore Valenti, SM
Troop 395
Troop 1509
Joseph Ridder
Michael Scobey, SM
Troop 1084
Arturo Viers
Samuel Otto, SM
Troop 395
Troop 2850
Hagan Zinecker
Richard Smothers, SM
RED-TAILED HAWK NORTH STAR
Troop 182
Zachary MacDonald
Michael Schauf, SM
Troop 1061
Elijah Kahn
Brian Bell, SM
Troop 1061
Yale Winston
Brian Bell, SM
Troop 1008
Brady Curtis
Michael Packard, SM
Troop 201
Vivek Velagapudi
Greg Baugh, SM
TRAILS WEST
Troop 1008
Tyler Cato
Michael Packard, SM
Troop 225
Devan Merchant
Ed Davey, SM
Troop 83
Sanjeev Maharaj
Jacob Brelsford, SM
Troop 888
Joseph Boutte
Kenneth Spiller, SM
Troop 1261
Kyle Brewster
Jeffrey McKinney, SM
Troop 315
Kevin Schupbach
Craig Gabel, SM
Troop 1271
Thomas Harris
Steven Busch, SM
Troop 324
Alexander Wahlstedt
Kent Bredehoeft, SM
Troop 1302
Aaron Schneider
Joseph Davis, SM
Troop 425
Cody Morse
Gary Hazeltine, SM
TWIN RIVERS
Troop 1314
Gordon Hendrix
Ryan Hughes, SM
Troop 459
Jacob Linville
Craig Howes, SM
Troop 63
Troop 1314
Brandon Fitzgerald
Ryan Hughes, SM
Troop 1333
William Wilhelm
Ronald Adams, SM
Troop 1360
Miguel Caballero
Christopher Golden, SM
Troop 1374
Elijah Shafer
Paul Crooks, SM
Ryan Larsen
Gary Johnson, SM
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April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
BIG MUDDY
4 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO
Big Muddy Officers District Chairman
Randy Florence
(816) 232-4479
District Commissioner
Steve Graver
(660) 595-2434
Activities Chair
Anita Stigall
(816) 830-9383
Advancement Chair
Troy Stigall
(816) 809-7645
Boy Scout Roundtable
Phil Dierking
(816) 405-7540
Camping Chair
Ed Gooseman
(816) 682-2008
Cub Scout Roundtable
Susan Dallstream
(816) 470-5919
Eagle Board of Review
Troy Stigall
(816) 809-7645
Finance Chair
Jim Snyder
(816) 263-3120
Membership Chair
Anthoney Mitchell
(816) 739-9347
Mic-O-Say Advisor
Tom Hodson
(816) 934-2731
Order of the Arrow Advisor Scott Medlock
(816) 220-2220
Relationships Chair
Nicholas Belmore
(660) 542-8777
Public Relations Chair
Kim Edney
(816) 517-9249
Risk Management Chair
Chuck Scott
(660) 934-2755
Training Chair
Darrell Underwood (660) 542-1170
Venturing Chair
Darrell Neuner
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Brett Cooper District Executive
(660) 259-2837 (816) 726-4263
James Arcano (816) 569-4941 James.Arcano@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
104.7%
May 5 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO 5 District Roundtable, 7:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO 7 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO
June 1-4 Cub Scout Day Camp Walnut Hills, Carrollton, MO 2 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO 2 District Roundtable, 7:30 pm Lexington United Methodist Church, 1211 S. 13 Hwy, Lexington, MO
Over 130 Scouters Attend Big Muddy District Dinner The Big Muddy District honored its volunteers and 2014 Eagle Scouts on February 7 at the District Dinner. Venturing Crew 2544 opened the festivities with a flag ceremony. Dinner was provided by AmeriServe at Wentworth Military Academy. Scout Executive Kenn Miller spoke about the status of the council and district and presented the district leadership with the Silver Journey to Excellence plaques. There were several awards presented throughout the night (see full list below) but there were also some specialty awards presented. Maddox Carrillo from Pack 4713 received the Heart of America Council Life Saving Award for his heroics in saving a young boy from drowning in Springfield, MO during the summer of 2014. Elijah Clutter, a Scout from 1286, received a distinctive Torch of Gold Award for his work as a Den Chief to Pack 4286. James Adkins from Pack 4440 was awarded the Top Popcorn Sales Award for selling well over $1,000 in 2014.
Outstanding Committee
Nicholas Belmore, Troop 1414; Charles Dallstream, Troop 1324
Outstanding Webelos Leader
Jeremiah Carter, Pack 4324; Lowell Grumke, Pack 4415; Jennifer Hannel, Pack 4286
Hershel L. Hay Outsanding Cubmaster
Jonetta Atkinson, Pack 4324
Robert M. Levy Outsanding Scoutmaster
Doug Watson, Troop 1120
Lee Holt Service Award
Steve Graver
Ike Skelton Service Award Ed Gooseman
Friendly Competition Fuels Fun at Klondike Derby From January 23-24 more than eighty Scouts and eight troops gathered at Waverly Memorial Park to participate in the annual Klondike Derby. Each patrol was expected to compete in several skill enhancing activities. Participants competed in activities that included an orienteering course, lashing, cold weather first aid, fire building, knot tying, and a 2x4 team building relay. At the end of the day, Scouts enjoyed racing over 100 yards, uphill, while pulling their sleds the whole way. Congratulations to Troop 1243 for winning the overall competition.
The dinner program concluded with special guest speaker Lester Ham. Thank you to all who attended and congratulations to the award recipients. 2014 BIG MUDDY DISTRICT AWARD RECIPIENTS District Award of Merit
Randy Florence, Scott Medlock, Troy Stigall
Torch of Gold Award
Victor Dutel, Pack 4286
Outstanding Commissioner Jeff Brenton, District Commissioner 2011-2014 Outstanding District Committee
Charles Como, Scouts with Disabilities Chair
Outstanding Den Leader
Josh Hayes, Pack 4415; Daniel Weber, Pack 4324
Roundtable: A Leadership Forum The Big Muddy District Roundtable meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at the Lexington United Methodist Church. We will be covering the new Cub Scout program, how to run effective meetings, the fun we can have in Scouting, and much more. Please, join us at 7:30 pm for fun and fellowship.
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April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
BLUE ELK May
Blue Elk Officers
7 Roundtable/Planning Fair, 7:00 pm Paul Kinder Middle School, 3930 S RD Mize Rd, Blue Springs, MO
District Chair
Bill Essmann
(816) 228-4465
District Commissioner
Ken Horrell
(816) 229-7370
Activities Chair
Greg Dowell
(816) 935-4399
Advancement Chair
Mike Meyers
(816) 805-7225
Boy Scout Roundtable
Kevin Matson
(816) 228-3258
Camping Chair
LeRoy Short
(816) 560-2943
Cub Scout Roundtable
Kenn Naylor
cnaylor@swbell.net
Eagle Board of Review
Leonard Jones
(816) 228-4960
Finance Chair
Scott Fullerton
(816) 224-4195
Membership Chair
R. Scott Smith
(816) 461-3377
OA Advisor
David McLean
(816) 392-2308
Public Relations Chair
Peter Muelleman
(816) 478-1830
Risk Management Chair
Lowell Brenton
(816) 373-7678
Training Chair
Joe Wilkinson
(816) 726-3446
2015 Cub Day Camp: Knights in Training
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair
Josh Enke
(816) 726-0707
Venturing Chair
Dan Sanderson
(816) 277-6967
District Director
Grant Dealy (816) 569-4956 Grant.Dealy@scouting.org
District Executive
Liz Desloge
Hear ye, hear ye! We are preparing for this year’s Blue Elk Day Camp Knights in Training and we want you to be a part of it. Come out to the Legion Farm in Blue Springs July 13-17 for some fun in the sun! Scouts will have the chance to train like a knight and participate in activities like jousting, archery, sling shots as well as other great activities. Sign up by April 13 and receive the $60 early bird special! Remember, any registered Cub Scout (including kindergarten graduates) may attend day camp. Sign-ups will be available at the upcoming Roundtables or you can register online at www.scoutcamping. org. Please remember to sign up as a pack!
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(816) 569-4926 Liz.Desloge@scouting.org
60.5%
April 2 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Paul Kinder Middle School, 3930 S RD Mize Rd, Blue Springs, MO Eagle Scout Project Reviews, Eagle Board of Reviews, Early Day Camp Registration Due 9 District Committee Meeting, 6:00 pm Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 Holke Rd, Independence, MO 9 District Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 pm Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 Holke Rd, Independence, MO 19 Scout Day at the K Kauffman Stadium
Eagle Scout Project Reviews, Eagle Board of Reviews, Merit Badge Counselor Training 14 District Committee Meeting, 6:00 pm Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 Holke Rd, Independence, MO 14 District Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 pm Beacon Heights Community of Christ, 19402 Holke Rd, Independence, MO 16 Scout Strong Challenge, 7:30 am Kansas Speedway 25 Memorial Day — Council Service Center Closed
Questions? Ray Miller — Day Camp Director Millerrnd07@gmail.com Sunsia O’Brien — Program Director Sunsia.obrien@gmail.com Charlene Naylor — Registrar cnaylor@swbell.net
Klondike Competition Showcases Scouting Skills By Peter Muelleman, District Public Relations Chair
25-26 Webelos Stem Weekend H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation
Clayton M. of Troop 266 adds to the score for his sled team.
The Blue Elk District Klondike Derby winter competition was held January 17 at the American Legion Farm in Blue Springs. Over 500 Scouts and adult leaders fielded 58 sled teams in the unseasonably warm
weather. Inspired by the famous Iditarod dogsled race, the events are built around the skills you would need to complete this race. The Klondike has scored events in archery, target shooting, survival skills, orienteering, cooking, first aid, fire building, and an obstacle course and a ravine crossing with their sleds. The winning first year Scout Pedro division sled teams were, in order from first place: the Firebird patrol of Troop 266, the Falcons of Troop 201, and the Tigers of Troop 763. In the Intermediate division the winners were: the Brave patrol of Troop 266, the Orange Autobots of Troop 282, and the Thunderbirds of Troop 178. The winners in the Challenge division were: the Sharks of Troop 282, and El Patrole and Turkey Patrols of Troop 266. Scouts carrying sled: Gabe T., Ethan B., Liam S., and Miguel B. from the Purple Rhino Patrol clear the last hurdle in the obstacle course.
Klondike is part of the Boy Scout year-round camping program, and emphasizes the Scout Motto “Be Prepared” as well as basic Scouting skills and teamwork.
Scouting Achievements Recognized in Blue Elk District The 38th Annual Blue Elk District Volunteer Recognition Dinner was held January 31 at the Adams Pointe Conference Center in Blue Springs. “A Night at the Blue Elk Improv” was the highest attended dinner in the council with over 300 guests. Blue Elk recognized over 25 volunteers for their commitment to scouting. In addition, the district recognized its 2014 Eagle Scouts. This year the district had a total of 104 Eagles. Although many awards were given, the highlight of the evening was the presentation of the District Award of Merit, the highest honor a district may present to a volunteer. 2014 District Award of Merit Recipients: Tim Blosser — Troop 310 Donald Buss — Blue Elk Commissioner Staff Doug Neidholdt — Troop 246 Patricia Pittman — Troop 492 Leroy Short — Troop 228
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April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
KCP&L and Black & Veatch Explorers Partner for Tour of Substation Exploring Officers Division Chairman
Duane Anstaett
Finance Chair
Joe Jacobs
Membership Chair
Keith Sickendick
KCP&L Explorers joined Black & Veatch Explorers on their tour of a KCP&L distribution substation on February 7. Bill Herrington, KCP&L Manager of Substations C&M, gave an in depth tour and explored the facility and careers in energy from a substation perspective.
Fire & Emergency Cluster Chair Kurt Neis Health & Medicine Cluster Chair Joy Hobick Law Enforcement Cluster Chair Darin Chance Engineering Cluster Chair
Bryan Watts
Activities Chair
Melanie Pierce
Exploring Executive
Kerry Jorn (816) 569-4937 Kerry.Jorn@LFLmail.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
101.2%
April 9 Committee Meeting Cluster Breakout, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Heart of America Council, 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO
May 14 Committee Meeting Cluster Breakout, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Heart of America Council, 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO
KU Med Explorers Serve as Nursing Students for a Day Kansas City, Kansas School District students spent a day in the life of a nursing student. Students received hands on experience working with patients in mock situations. If you are interested in joining the Explorer program, please visit Exploringkc.org for more information.
High School Students Explore Careers in Energy Do you know a high school student who is interested in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, let them know about our Exploring program. Learn about a wide array of career opportunities in the energy field. Groups meet monthly during the school year and feature guest speakers and hands on activities. Learn more at www.exploringkc.org.
19 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
FRONTIER
Frontier Paraprofessional Scouter
Frontier Officers
Scoutreach Part-Time Job Opportunity
District Chairman
Kevin Henderson (816) 949-7510
District Vice Chair
James Vaca
(816) 719-4969
District Commissioner
Doug Roberts
(816) 453-8401
Training Chair
Mark Jansen
(913) 766-1970
Camping Chair
Freddie Allen Jr. (816) 372-2714 LaKisha Martin (816) 810-5121
Activities & Civic Service Chair Chris Cullum
(816) 308-5330
District Director
Dusty Boatright (816) 569-4967 Dustin.Boatright@scouting.org
District Executive
Andrea Watts (816) 569-4947 Andrea.Watts@scouting.org
District Executive
Paulina Rios (816) 569-4060 Pauline.Rios@scouting.org
May 13 District Committee Meeting, 7:00 pm Heart of America Council Service Center, 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 21 Program Aide Roundtable, 7:00 pm South Patrol Police Station, 9701 Marion Park Dr, Kansas City, MO
June 10 District Committee Meeting, 7:00 pm Heart of America Council Service Center, 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 18 Program Aide Roundtable, 7:00 pm South Patrol Police Station, 9701 Marion Park Dr., Kansas City, MO
Scout Family Adventure Day Come and enjoy this free, fun event where boys and family members can experience what camping is all about. The event will be held on Saturday, April 18 at Jarboe Park, W. 17th St. & Jarboe St. from 10:30 am – 2:00 pm. Hope to see you there to participate in adventures and exciting activities. For more information contact Paulina Rios at (816) 569-4960 or Pauline.Rios@scouting.org.
2015 Scout City BBQ Since 1998, the Scout City BBQ has raised over $295,000 for Scouting programs in the Greater Kansas City area. The success of this event has made it possible to provide youth the opportunity to become Scouts by reducing the cost of Scout registration, camp, handbooks, uniforms and other program essentials. Your participation in the 2015 Scout City BBQ held at Barney Allis Plaza, 12th & Wyandotte on Friday, June 26, 2015, from 11 am – 2 pm, will help the Scouting program continue to assist underserved youth in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. Please consider making a donation and joining us for a great lunch. This year's BBQ will be prepared by American Royal Grand Champion Plowboys BBQ.
Job Description: Give leadership to the development and maintenance of quality Scouting Programs located in underserved areas in accordance with the Heart of America Council’s Scoutreach Mission Statement. Programs will take place at schools, churches, and/ or community centers within the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. The programs run Monday through Friday for at least one hour. The number of hours worked will depend on number of sites assigned to you. Training will be provided. Pay starts at $10 per hour and can increase upon performance. A background check is required. Qualifications: Must be over 18 years of age. Must have some experience working with youth, and own a working automobile with adequate insurance coverage complying with the State of Missouri or Kansas. Interested? Contact Andrea Watts at (816) 5694947 or andrea. watts@scouting.org. Scouts at King Elementary, Pack 4029, learn about the science of fingerprinting, safety and how the Police Department works to protect the community.
Individual tickets are $12 which includes a pulled pork sandwich, sides, ice cream, and a beverage. Sponsorships are also available. For more information visit www.ScoutCityBBQ.org
Scouts at Longfellow Elementary Pack 4074
20 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
KAW
Congratulations to Kaw’s District Award of Merit Recipients
Kaw Officers District Chair
Andrew Cameron randrewcameron@me.com
District Commissioner Larry Strickland Outdoors1963@gmail.com Activities Chair Advancement Chair
Warren Minear
Boy Scout Roundtable Nils Erickson Camping Chair
(913) 449-7348 Nils.erickson@us.army.mil
Rob Sloop
(913) 422-0583
Cub Scout Roundtable Regina Utter
(913) 206-0340
Eagle Board of Review Warren Minear
(913) 449-7348
Finance Chair
Bruce Coleman
(913) 422-3040
Membership Chair
Phil Raine
OA Advisor
Mark Blanken
(913) 250-0110
Bill Brown
(913) 724-3612
Allan Lechner
(913) 651-5398
Phillip.raine@gmail.com
Public Relations Chair Risk Management Chair Training Chair Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Venturing Chair
Senior District Executive Jose Romero
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(816) 569-4973 Jose.Romero@scouting.org
62.6%
May 7 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Bonner Springs United Methodist Church, 405 Morse St, Bonner Springs, KS 14 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm LDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave, Kansas City, KS 14 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm LDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave, Kansas City, KS
June 1-5 Kaw Day Camp Camp Naish — South Camp 4 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Bonner Springs United Methodist Church, 405 Morse St, Bonner Springs, KS
On January 31, the Kaw District presented the District Award of Merit to three worthy Scouters at the annual District Dinner. Andrew Cameron
District Chairman
Jimmy White
Cubmaster, Pack 3167
Anne Krebs
Webelos Leader, Pack 3001
reminisce about the old days coming to camp or serving on the camp staff. The lunch featured The Good Scout Award, this year’s recipient was Jim Walters, County Commissioner for District 7, which serves the Bonner Springs, Edwardsville and the southwest corner of Kansas City, KS. The inaugural event raised $4,000! A special thank you to Tom Johnson and Doug Spangler who chaired the event. This event will be an annual event to help the Scouts of Wyandotte County and the Kaw District.
Kaw District Leader Awards:
Lauren Grant
Chartered Organization Representative of the Year
Anita Andrande
Committee Chair of the Year
Lisa Curry
Den Leader of the Year
Regina Utter
Cubmaster of the Year
Gwynn Pierce
Longtime Scouter Award
David Block
Scoutmaster of the Year
Day Camp Early Registration Deadline Fast Approaching Are you ready for the Kaw District “Knights in Training” Day Camp? Our Day Camp Staff would like to remind you that the early registration deadline to register for $60 is April 10, 2015. After that the cost goes up to $70. The Kaw Day Camp will be held at Camp Naish June 1–5.
Kaw District Honors Eagle Scout and County Commissioner Jim Walters Camp Naish Dining Hall was the scene of the district’s first Good Scout Award Luncheon. The lunch featured a chance for community members and Eagle Scouts to come back to Camp Naish and
Investment in Character Campaign Nears Finish Line The Kaw District would like to thank all units who hosted an Investment in Character presentation at either their Blue and Gold Banquet or Court of Honor. This year’s Kaw family goal is $30,000. If your unit has not scheduled your presentation or you would like our presentation team to return, contact Greg Thomas at gregory.m.thomas4. civ@mail.mil or Jose Romero at (816) 569-4973 or jose.romero@ scouting.org.
11 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm LDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave, Kansas City, KS 11 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm LDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave, Kansas City, KS 21 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
LONE BEAR
9 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm First United Methodist Church, 141 East Gay St, Warrensburg, MO
Lone Bear Officers District Chair
Gary Groff
(660) 885-4708
District Commissioner
Richard Smart
(417) 309-9690
Activities Chair
Jon Cerda
(816) 726-6145
Advancement Chair
Ronda Weinmann
(660) 429-2393
Cub Scout Roundtable
Melinda Elemer
(816) 297-2022
Boy Scout Roundtable
Perry Dunkeson
(660) 441-1723
Camping Chair
April Hale
(660) 747-7232
Eagle Board of Review
Jim Houk
(660) 890-2247
Finance Chair
Hurley Mahan
(660) 885-1130
Membership Chair
Bob Hale
(660) 747-7232
OA Advisor
Judy Molt
(660) 909-3017
Public Relations Chair
Kathy Noe
(660) 233-0210
Risk Management Chair
Ryan Mendenhall
(660) 351-2773
Training Chair
John Harris
(660) 429-6689
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Steve Foote
(417) 646-2651
Venturing Chair District Director
David Riker
(816) 569-4974 David.Riker@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
81.3%
May 1-3 Spring Camporee Bennett Springs, MO 5 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm Clinton Scout Building, 808 Augusta St, Clinton, MO 5 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Clinton Scout Building, 808 Augusta St, Clinton, MO 12 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Clinton Scout Building, 808 Augusta St, Clinton, MO
June 2 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm Clinton Scout Building, 808 Augusta St, Clinton, MO 2 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Clinton Scout Building, 808 Augusta St, Clinton, MO 8-12 Cub Scout Day Camp, 8 am-3:30 pm Artesian Park, Clinton, MO
Day Camp 2015 — “Knights in Training” Hear ye, Hear ye! The Lone Bear Royal Court is calling one and all to attend Knights in Training! The Lone Bear Day Camp will be held at Artesian Park in Clinton, MO June 8-12. All Cub Scouts are invited to attend. Test your skills in balloon jousting, dragon origami, and make your own royal throne! Parents/leaders are needed as well to lead these young Knights in Training. Sign up by April 10 and the fee is ONLY $60. If you register after that date, the fee is $70. Interested being a part of our Day Camp Staff? Contact Allison Bolt, Day Camp Director, at (660) 441-7113 or allison.duchesne@gmail.com.
Be Featured in Adventures in Scouting The Lone Bear District would love to hear your Scouting story. Do you have an interesting trip that your unit has gone on or a community service project that you would like to share? We would love to be able to share your story in the next edition of Adventures in Scouting. Send photos and stories to David Riker at david.riker@scouting.org.
Reel in Fun at Spring Camporee Get ready to get your line wet and haul in some trout. The 2015 spring camporee will be held at Bennett Springs State Park in Lebanon, MO. The event dates are May 1-3. Scouts will get to tie flys and practice using a fly rod. It is rumored that there will be giveaways as well. Cost is $7 per person. All units attending camporee will need to file a tour plan with the Heart of America Council. Contact Jon Cerda at gundogpro@gmail.com for more information. Hey Cub Scout Packs, do you know about the Summertime Pack Award? Did you know it is a simple award to earn? The requirements are to have at least one pack activity a month in the months of June, July, and August and to keep track of who all attends. That is it. Once completed and the summertime pack award form is filled out, simply submit the form to Debbie Read at the Heart of America Council Service Center and you can then get your patches in the Scout Shop. This is a great way to keep your Scouts engaged throughout the summer. Activities could include day camp for June, a swim party in July, and a hot dog barbeque in August to welcome everyone back to the pack for the fall. You can find the form at www.hoac-bsa.org/camping-resources
Ed Molt — 2014 District Award of Merit Recipient
Kathy Noe — 2014 District Award of Merit Recipient
Members of the 2014 Lone Bear Eagle Scout Class are recognized at the Lone Bear District Dinner
22 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
NORTH STAR North Star Officers District Chair
Ted Wilson
(816) 858-5900
District Commissioner Paul Crooks
374gator@sbcglobal.net
Activities Chair Advancement Chair
Larry Duncan
(816) 858-2964
Boy Scout Roundtable Patrick McCalmon
(816) 746-5746
Camping Chair
(816) 807-6697
Travis Kleoppel
Cub Scout Roundtable Scott Hidy Eagle Board of Review Bill Moberly
cubber320@yahoo.com (816) 781-6923
Finance Chair
Duane Soper
Membership Chair
Mike Riley
goldenkeyinc@kc.rr.com
OA Advisor
Barry Loughrige loughrigedb@gmail.com
(816) 407-7279
Public Relations Chair Brian Blake
(816) 746-6797
Risk Management Chair Mark Tomes
(816) 454-2576
Training Chair
(816) 505-2017
Jeff Tyler
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jeanie Salmon
(816) 222-4878
Venturing Chair
Keith Kaiser
kcscouter@gmail.com
District Director
Trey Miller
District Executive
Kyle Fulbright
District Executive
Adam Singleton (816) 569-4950 Adam.Singleton@scouting.org
(816) 569-4946 Ralph.Miller@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(816) 569-4982 Kyle.Fulbright@scouting.org
67.2%
April 7 SM/ASM Training — Part 1, 6:30 pm Avondale United Methodist Church, 3101 NE Winn Rd, Kansas City, MO 9 District Roundtable, 7:00 pm KCMO Police Training Academy, 6885 NE Pleasant Valley Rd, Kansas City, MO Merit Badge Counselor Training & OA Chapter Meeting 14 SM/ASM Training — Part 2, 6:30 pm Avondale United Methodist Church, 3101 NE Winn Rd, Kansas City, MO 16 District Committee & Commissioner Meeting, 6:30/7:30 pm Liberty Stake Center, 6751 NE 70th St, Liberty, MO
24-25 Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, 5:00 pm Kelsey Short Youth Camp, 17980 Collins Rd, Smithville, MO
May 1-2 Webelos Leader Outdoor Experience, 5:00 pm Kelsey Short Youth Camp, 17980 Collins Rd, Smithville, MO 1-2 Webelos Woods, 8:00 am Kelsey Short Youth Camp, 17980 Collins Rd, Smithville, MO 7 District Roundtable, 7:00 pm KCMO Police Training Academy, 6885 NE Pleasant Valley Rd, Kansas City, MO Merit Badge Counselor/COR Training & OA Chapter Meeting 9 North Star District Community Dig Day 14 District Committee & Commissioner Meeting, 6:30/7:30 pm Liberty Stake Center, 6751 NE 70th St, Liberty, MO
DIG DAY Heart of America Council is hosting the inaugural DIG DAY on Saturday, May 9. The North Star District will be leading the way, serving our community with special projects with the Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department. Kick-off ceremonies and coordination planning will start at 9:00 am on May 9. Project HOAC operation hours will run from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm or until each individual project is completed.
2015
There are SIX locations where Scouts and adults will be planting flower beds. All participants will bring their own sack lunch. We recommend that you bring your own waterless hand cleaner and plenty of drinking water. Please encourage the use of reusable lunch bags and containers. For more information go to goo.gl/ XJroXr. Also, be sure to log your service hours once the project is completed.
District Pinewood Derby On February 7, the North Star District held the 2015 Pinewood Derby. Cub Scouts showed up to participate in the FASTEST racing in all of Kansas City. Racemas-
ter Sean McCombs and his highly experienced group of volunteers put on a grand show for all participants and spectators. Many races were extremely close! Congratulations to all the winners!
District Klondike Derby This year’s Klondike Derby was a great event. It was cold and wet, but that didn’t stop our Scouts from having fun! A total of 16 units, 23 patrols, 77 adults, and 171 youth participated in the Derby. A special thank you to Klondike Kommander Phil Symmonds and his fabulous team of volunteers for putting on such a wonderful event. One note of interest is that three of the competition stations were staffed entirely by senior Scouts, including one Venturing Crew.
Webelos Woods We’re back! North Star’s Webelos Woods is returning this spring and you’re invited! Webelos Woods will be held on May 1-2 at Smithville Lake. Check in will start at 10:00 am Saturday morning. Webelos Woods is a fun competition for all Webelos Scouts. Basic Scouting skills will be put to the test at each of the stations. Examples include knot tying, fire building and first aid. There will be a camp fire with skits. This is a great program that brings the “outing” into Scouting.
North Star Congratulates Karen Jones! The North Star District is pleased to announce the selection of Karen Jones as the recipient of this year’s Woods Service Award. The Woods Service Award is a national Scouting award that recognizes only one Scouting volunteer a year for their exceptional service to Scouts with disabilities and special needs. Karen’s service to youth in the North Star District, Heart of America Council, Central Region and National Council truly demonstrates her commitment to the Scouting program. Karen will be honored with the award at the BSA National Meeting this May in Atlanta. 23
Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
NORTHERN TIER
4 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100 Hadley, Overland Park, KS
Northern Tier Officers District Chair
Chris Ross
(913) 236-5890
District Commissioner
Stephanie Ogan
(913) 954-0725
Activities Chair
Ben and Lisa Grimsley
(913) 441-3865
Advancement Chair
Terry Masters
(913) 432-8983
Boy Scout Roundtable
Rick Pope
(913) 205-7898
Camping Chair
Judy Tuckness
(913) 244-9653
Cub Scout Roundtable
Harry Moyer
(913) 268-6958
Eagle Board of Review
Phil Starcke
(816) 363-3761
Finance Chair
Bill Henderson
(913) 383-1950
Membership Chair
Mike Blinn
(913) 432-4224
OA Advisor
Bob Kalkofen
(913) 362-5576
Public Relations Chair
Jamey Hilleary
(913) 515-3841
Risk Management Chair Rob Jones
(913) 681-1453
Training Chair
Jeff Deane
(913) 205-0089
Venturing Chair
John Forsyth
(913) 341-5061
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jamey Hilleary District Executive
Nick Traxler
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(913) 515-3841
(816) 569-4969 Nick.Traxler@scouting.org
65.3%
May
Merit Badge Counselor Training, OA Chapter 13 Meeting, Eagle Book Review 8-12 Cub Scout Day Camp Shawnee Riverfront Park, 5500 Frisbee Rd, Shawnee, KS 18 Eagle Boards of Review, 6:30 pm Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100 Hadley, Overland Park, KS
two sessions spanning two months, and hundreds of Scouts scaling the summit to Eagle, this event was truly a success thanks to the commitment of several key volunteers. A special thank you to Marshall Hollingsworth for his leadership of this event.
District Pinewood Derby This year’s District Pinewood Derby was a huge hit with almost 90 boys taking part in the racing! A big thank you goes out to Nathan Roney who chaired the event.
Webelos on Wheels
Merit Badge Forum Makes a Successful Return The Northern Tier District made an effort to bring back the Merit Badge Forum in 2014, and did so with a great impact! Over 300 Scouts participated in this event at Westridge Middle School in Overland Park. With
This was another outstanding event for all 80 Webelos that attended. David Wieliczka, WOW Chairman, did an excellent job orchestrating this event and deserves a big thank you.
2014 District Award Recipients DISTRICT AWARD OF MERIT
OUTSTANDING SCOUTMASTER
OUTSTANDING COMMITTEE MEMBER
5 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 7230 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS
Scott Tener, Troop 351 Troy Johnson, Troop 123 Robert McKeighan, Troop 185
Todd Martin, Troop 91 Chris Overmann, Troop 185 Mike Flynn, Troop 451
Casey Smith, Troop 123 Lisa Hilk, Troop 351 Matthew VanDeCreek, Pack 3751
5 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 7230 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS
CATHI MAYNARD OUTSTANDING SCOUTER
OUTSTANDING ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER
OUTSTANDING VENTURING CREW ADVISOR
Lorri Kearns, Crew 2226
Jeffrey Rubesch, Troop 91 Todd Tibbets, Troop 351
Stephanie Ogan, Crew 2489
Chris Ross Mike Blinn Shane St. Clair Bob McFarlin Venetia McFarlin
OUTSTANDING CUBMASTER
Paul Kester, Pack 3050
Jason Powers, Pack 3751 Dave Scharpenburg, Pack 3394 David Fugett, Pack 3050 Leland Hardison, Pack 3352
OUTSTANDING TIGER DEN LEADER
OUTSTANDING COMMISSIONER
OUTSTANDING DEN LEADER
Don Whitlow Nate Klein Gary Dettmer
Spring Wittmeier, Pack 3184 Laurie Powers, Pack 3751 Eric Van Allen, Pack 3394
OUTSTANDING CHARTER ORGANIZATION REPRESENTATIVE
OUTSTANDING COMMITTEE CHAIR
7 District Program Planning Fair, 7:00 pm Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100 Hadley, Overland Park, KS Merit Badge Counselor Training, OA Chapter 13 Meeting, Eagle Book Review 21 Eagle Boards of Review, 6:30 pm Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100 Hadley, Overland Park, KS
June 2 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 7230 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS 2 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 7230 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS
OUTSTANDING DISTRICT SCOUTER
Chuck Isaacson, Troop 351 Harry Moyer, Pack 3352
Tom Pistorius, Troop 91 Vinod John, Pack 3751 Chris Bradley, Troop 185
OUTSTANDING WEBELOS DEN LEADER
John Owen, Pack 3184 Velvet Hohe, Pack 3352 Cory Roshau, Pack 3751
John Stirling, Pack 3284 Andrea Newland, Pack 3054 Chris Coleman, Pack 3651 Kory Lewis, Pack 3291
OUTSTANDING PACK TRAINER
Francine Roshau, Pack 3751
24 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
PELATHE June
Pelathe Officers
1-4 Cub Scout Day Camp Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence, KS 11 Roundtable, 7:00 pm First Baptist Church, 1330 Kasold, Lawrence, KS
District Chair
Mark Gleeson
(785) 841-2334
District Commissioner
John Harman
(785) 331-7384
Activities Chair
Kathleen Gordon-Ross (785) 813-1769
Advancement Chair
Rich Bailey
(785) 842-0842
Boy Scout Roundtable
Sandy Dixon
(816) 721-3265
Cub Scout Roundtable
David Simmons
(785) 691-9836
Eagle Board of Review
Rich Bailey
(785) 842-0842
Membership Chair
Cindy Lynn
(785) 550-1594
Spring Training 2015
OA Advisor
Marlon Schneck
(785) 865-0802
Here are some “face to face” training opportunities for Boy Scout and Webelos Leaders that you don’t want to miss. For more information and to RSVP contact Rick Heschmeyer at rcjbm@sbcglobal.net or (785) 806-2934.
Camping Chair
Finance Chair
Public Relations Chair Risk Management Chair Tom Volek
(785) 865-5685
Training Chair
Rick Heschmeyer
(785) 841-8853
Venturing Chair
Audrey Taylor
(785) 749-5722
District Director
Randy Kidder (816) 569-4954 Randy.Kidder@scouting.org
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
80.1%
May 1-3 Welcome to Webelos Weekend Camp Bromelsick, Lawrence, KS 7 Roundtable, 7:00 pm First Baptist Church, 1330 Kasold, Lawrence, KS Program Fair, Walking Leader Training, MB Counselor Training 9 Good Turn Project Monarch Butterfly Waystations 21 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Pkwy, Lawrence, KS 21 District Committee Meeting 7:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Pkwy, Lawrence, KS 23 Memorial Day Good Turn Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence, KS 23 Bromelsick Memorial and Flag Retirement Ceremony, 10:00 am Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence, KS
18 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Pkwy, Lawrence, KS 18 District Committee Meeting 7:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Pkwy, Lawrence, KS
• Help Wanted. Adults, Venturers, and Boy Scouts are needed to help run Day Camp program stations. To volunteer for program staff please contact Brian Workman at (785) 312-0644 or bworkman3@gmail.com. For all other questions, contact Day Camp Director, Kathleen Gordon-Ross, at (785) 813-1794 or k8gordonross@gmail.com.
Invite a Friend to “Storm the Kasold” April 18, 2015 • 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Storm the Kasold is a district-wide event that will be held at the Westside Presbyterian Church, Christ Community Church and First Baptist Church all along Kasold. Everyone has the opportunity to participate and create an activity to showcase Scouting to our community. Our goal is to have all activities be youthled with 2-deep adult leadership.
We would like to see 100% unit participation (remember, part of the plan is to recruit!). We’ll have Salvation Army Named as Scouting’s the climbing wall, walking bridge, • Saturday, April 4 — Boy Scout Character Counts Award Recipient at the cooking competition, trading post, Leader Specific Training (formerly Pelathe District Dinner shooting sports, and more! For Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster more information contact Cindy Lynn at cynthia@ku.edu Specific) at Burgess Scout Cabin 9:00 am – 3:00 pm or (785) 550-1594. (no charge) • Saturday, April 11 & Sunday, April 12 — Combined Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills and Outdoor Webelos Leader Training at Camp Bromelsick (Cost — $20 per person) • Thursday, May 7 — Merit Badge Counselor Orientation at Roundtable 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (no charge)
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Cub Scout Day Camp — Knights in Training June 1–June 4 • Douglas County Fairgrounds Young Cub Scout Squires… you are hereby called into service and asked to join over 200 other young squires to train to become a Pelathe Knight. Here are some details so that you are prepared for this grand adventure. • Health forms are due April 2 at Roundtable. Everyone — Cub Scouts, Leaders, Parent Walking Leaders, and Volunteers need to turn in a health form (parts A and B) and take Youth Protection Training (please print out certificate). Contact our Day Camp Registrar, Melisa Lord, with questions at (785) 865-8050 or mlord@sunflower.com. • Walking Leader training scheduled for May 7 at Roundtable. It is recommended that packs have at least one walking leader per 5-6 Cub Scouts.
Be a Part of Pelathe’s Global Good Turn Project Sustainability…Global…Community… Local…are all words that describe our Good Turn Project in partnership with Monarch Watch and the Douglas County Master Gardeners. Mark your calendars for May 9 and save the date. This is a tremendous opportunity to be a part of an International Good Turn. Over the next year Scouts in Canada and Mexico, along with Scouts in the Pelathe District will be participating. Everyone will be planting waystations of milkweed and other native plants to provide food and cover for the Monarch butterflies in their migration. At the March Roundtable, the Douglas County Master Gardeners conducted a workshop and signed up help for a variety of sites and projects to be done in collaboration with the Monarch Watch. If you didn’t register it’s not too late! Contact Peter Houston at phouston@ sunflower.com or (785) 550-2160.
25 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
PIONEER TRAILS
9 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Wornall Road Baptist Church, 400 W Meyer Blvd, KCMO
Pioneer Trails Officers District Chair
John Freshnock
(913) 262-8296
District Commissioner
Morgan Olander
(913) 649-6388
Advancement Chair
Andre Sidney
(816) 898-5925
Boy Scout Roundtable
Ross Whitacre
(816) 718-3255
Camping Chair
Bruce Day
(816) 447-0750
Cub Scout Roundtable
Sarah Martinez
(816) 806-4094
Eagle Board of Review
Andre Sidney
(816) 898-5925
Finance Chair
Jim Gamble
(816) 333-8144
Membership Chair
David Ladwig
(816) 678-8782
OA Advisor
Joe Palausky
(816) 807-1053
Public Relations Chair
David Banks
(913) 384-0400
Activities Chair
Risk Management Chair John Wilcox
(816) 729-7134
Training Chair
(816) 679-5655
Tom Holley
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Pat Parks
(816) 523-6382
Venturing Chair District Executive
Niel Campbell (816) 569-4949 Niel.Campbell@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
61.9%
May 7 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Central United Methodist Church, 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 7 District Roundtable, 7:30 pm Central United Methodist Church, 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 9 Dig Day Eagle Scout Memorial Fountain, 39th and Gillham, Kansas City, MO 12 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Wornall Road Baptist Church, 400 W Meyer Blvd, KCMO
22 - 25 District Day Camp Wayne Minor Park, 1940 E 11th St, KCMO
Dragons, Knights and Cub Scouts Cub Scouts will gather and test their skills as “Knights in Training� at the 2015 District Day Camp! This year Day Camp is bringing the medieval theme to Downtown Kansas City as we relocate our camp to Wayne Minor Park at 1940 E 11th Street. Be sure to register by April 10 to receive the $60 early bird discount.
Congratulations to our 2014 District Award of Merit Recipients Volunteers gathered at the District Dinner on February 7 for an evening of fellowship and awards. This year, the following were awarded the District Award of Merit: Sarah Martinez from Pack 80 and Scott Boswell from Troop 16. Lewis Chapman, George Weaver, Carol DeFeo, Cathy Warrens, Mark Trokey and Fred and Leanna Heese were also recognized for their service to the district and their units.
Derby cars come in all different shapes and sizes It was a cold and snowy day as Scouts gathered for the District Pinewood Derby on February 28 at the Tony Aguirre Community Center. Thanks to our partners, MINDDRIVE and Red Star Studios, who held a STEM workshop with Scouts who were able to build cars from clay and race against their friends.
Be Featured in Adventures in Scouting The Pioneer Trails District would love to hear your Scouting story. Do you have an interesting trip that your unit has gone on or a community service project that you would like to share? We would love to be able to share your story in the next edition of Adventures in Scouting. Send photos and stories to Niel Campbell at Niel.Campbell@Scouting.org.
June 4 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Central United Methodist Church, 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 4 District Roundtable, 7:30 pm Central United Methodist Church, 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO
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April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
RED-TAILED HAWK
There’s Always Room for More — Spring Recruitment
11 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Indian Creek Community Church, 12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS
Red-Tailed Hawk Officers District Chair
Dan Kerling
(913) 829-6913
District Commissioner
Stan Lloyd
(913) 541-9404
Activities Chair
Kristi Ogle
(913) 254-9606
Advancement Chair
Doug Machamer
(913) 685-1035
Boy Scout Roundtable
Gary Hazeltine
(913) 963-2453
Camping Chair
Tom Matches
(913) 897-1636
Cub Scout Roundtable
Susan Lux
(913) 764-8529
Eagle Board of Review
Jim Forson
(816) 941-8036
Finance Chair
Doug Butcher
(913) 338-5498
Membership Chair
Darren Pitts
(913) 481-5657
OA Advisor
Mark Brewer
(913) 981-3491
Public Relations Chair
David Weerts
(913) 829-1321
Risk Management Chair
David Weerts
(913) 829-1321
Training Chair
Ron Puls
(913) 390-6581
Venturing Chair
Josh Wandtke
(913) 764-8413
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Karen Eichorst
(913) 498-2167
District Director
Cortland Bolles (816) 569-4955 Cortland.Bolles@scouting.org
District Executive
Elisa Corry
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(816) 569-4966 Elisa.Corry@scouting.org
83.3%
May 2-3 Webelos Woods, 8:30am Cedar Lake, 15500 S. Lone Elm Rd, Olathe, KS 7 COR Training, 7:00 pm Olathe Community of Christ Church, 15520 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 7 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Olathe Community of Christ Church, 15520 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 14 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Indian Creek Community Church, 12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 14 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Indian Creek Community Church, 12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS
June 4 Roundtable, 7:00 pm Olathe Community of Christ Church, 15520 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS
Do you remember who invited you to join Scouting? Well, what if they had never asked? Every boy deserves the opportunity to join Scouting and it is up to us to invite them!
11 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm Indian Creek Community Church, 12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 13 Venturing Adult Leader Specific Training, 8:30am First Baptist Church of Olathe, 2024 E 151st St, Olathe, KS
Here’s some quick reasons why to sign-up new Scouts in the spring: • Registration is required to attend Day Camp and Summer Camp • He’ll go back to school and tell all of his friends • BSA insurance is provided for all registered youth • Identify and recruit new leadership before the Fall — especially Den Leaders • Boys and families can participate in your summer activities
15-19 Red-Tailed Hawk Day Camp Old Lake Olathe Golf Course, 2350 Golf Course Rd, Olathe, KS
A Scout is Brave! Are You? June 15-19 — Old Lake Olathe Golf Course Join over 500 Cub Scouts on a medieval adventure during our Knights in Training Day Camp! Enjoy BB Guns, Bows and Arrows, Slingshots and some new activities and games! Bring along your whole Pack to join in the fun!
If your Pack, Troop, or Crew would like assistance with your Spring Recruitment efforts, please contact Elisa Corry at (816) 569-4966 or elisa.corry@ scouting.org. W W
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The Red-Tailed Hawk and Trails West Districts are hosting the inaugural Olathe Scouting Breakfast on April 30. Join Mayor Michael Copeland and local Olathe community leaders as we share the spirit of Scouting and raise awareness of all the good works our Scouts and Scouters have done. Catered by First Watch, this event will raise funds to improve the Scouting experience for local youth. Are you or your company interested in attending? Contact Raul Duran at (913) 953-4137 or rduran@arvest.com.
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27 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
THUNDERBIRD Thunderbird Officers District Chair
James Freeman
(816) 524-1630
District Commissioner
Dan Morales
(816) 921-4421
Activities Chair
Pete Zibers
(816) 686-1649
Advancement Chair
Lynn Houston
(816) 885-7682
Boy Scout Roundtable
David McCaughey
(816) 537-6117
Camping Chair
Brendon Hale
(816) 524-0276
Cub Scout Roundtable
James Montigny
(816) 695-9982
Eagle Board of Review
Ron DesCombes
(816) 578-4674
Finance Chair
Bob Borgelt
(816) 524-4006
Membership Chair
Tom Hines
(816) 322-9543
OA Advisor
Chris Chiodini
(816) 365-0362
Risk Management Chair
Keith Martin
(816) 525-1340
Training Chair
Ken Nolan
(816) 806-5388
Public Relations Chair
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Carrie Thompson
(816) 695-3803
Venturing Chair
Jim Salisbury
(816) 868-0805
District Director
Rob Gilkerson (816) 569-4913 Rob.Gilkerson@scouting.org
District Executive
Bennett Dixon (816) 569-4962 Bennett.Dixon@scouting.org
District Executive
Lauren Crowder (816) 569-4918 Lauren.Crowder@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
61.5%
May 5 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 350 SW 150 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO
5 Roundtable — Program Planning Fair, 7:30 pm Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 350 SW 150 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO 12 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Grace United Methodist Church, 2400 SE 50 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO
June 2 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 350 SW 150 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO 2 Roundtable, 7:30 pm Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 350 SW 150 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO 9 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Grace United Methodist Church, 2400 SE 50 Hwy, Lee’s Summit, MO 22-26 Cub Scout Day Camp Jerry Smith Park, Martin City, MO
Cub Scout Day Camp Your pack should be making plans to attend Day Camp this year! This year Cub Scouts will shoot BB guns and bows and arrows, work on badges and new Cub Scout Requirements, cook out, sing songs, learn about nature, make crafts and play games. If you have not made plans to attend, you should! Going to camp is a wonderful part of the Cub Scouting experience, and it helps your pack earn Scouting’s Journey to Excellence and Summertime Pack Awards. The pack must provide leadership and adult supervision for their Cub Scouts who attend Day Camp, plus provide for transportation to and from the camps.
It is recommended that packs have at least one registered adult leader attend camp for every five to six Cub Scouts. The minimum number allowed at any time is two, of which one of them must have completed Youth Protection Training. Everyone must complete parts A and B of the Annual Health and Medical Record. Camp takes place rain or shine, is easy to sign up for, provides a lifetime of treasured memories and is very inexpensive. Who Can Attend
Any registered Cub Scout (including kindergarten graduates). A New Time Schedule
In 2015 we will be doing what we are calling Twilght hours for the Thunderbird District Day Camp on June 22-26 at Jerry Smith Park. Camp will be starting around 2:00 pm and finishing by 8:00 pm. We will provide a Walking Leader’s Guide for your adults, which will have a specific schedule of times and programs. Other nearby Day Camp opportunities include: July 13-17 — Blue Elk District, Blue Springs, MO June 22-25 — Pioneer Trails District, Wayne Minor Park (8am –3pm)
2014 District Award of Merit Honorees Congratulations to the Thunderbird District Award of Merit Honorees! The highest level of recognition that the District can give was awarded to 6 very deserving volunteers at the District Banquet on March 21st. It was an amazing night as we recognized: Merle Bowers, LeAnn Collins, Mike Mosakowski, Ann Salisbury, Daryl Stine and Jennie Whiteside.
Memories from last year’s Day Camp, Come make more this year!
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April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
TRAILHEAD
14 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Merrill Lynch, 3401 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS
Trailhead Officers District Chair
Rob Baker
District Commissioner
Roger Johnson (913) 648-6210
Boy Scout Resource Forum Chair David Allen
(913) 484-4710 (913) 649-5621
Cub Scout Resource Forum Chair Dawn Schnake (913) 649-7627 Tiger Cub Den Leader Advisor
Carrie Nichols (913) 908-7307
Venturing Advisor
Mike McHugh (913) 205-9574
Vice Chair/Finance
Alan Stetson
Popcorn Kernel
Catherine Kost (913) 558-4941
(913) 226-2297
Family Investment in Character John McCabe
(816) 352-9339
Vice Chair/Support
Tracy Thomas
(913) 638-8133
Advancement Chair
Rob Sisco
(913) 649-5519
Eagle Board of Review
Bob Miller
(913) 638-7852
Membership Chair
Dave Timpe
(913) 226-3566
Communications Chair
Will England
(913) 269-6379
Vice Chair/Program
Nancy Vinsant (913) 522-5570
Activities Chair
Paul Rieger
(913) 461-5448
Camping Chair
Paul Bertrand
(913) 488-8332
OA Advisor
Dave Patterson (913) 208-7777
Training Chair
Gene Bellner
District Director
Josh Morales (816) 569-4961 Josh.Morales@scouting.org
District Executive
Lizz Rhodus (816) 569-4970 Elizabeth.Rhodus@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
(913) 894-2288
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May 2 Walking Leader Training for Day Camp, 10:00 am Camp Timberlake, 8285 W 179th St, Stilwell, KS 7 May Planning Fair, 7:00 pm Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th St, Overland Park, KS 7 Walking Leader Training for Day Camp, 7:00 pm Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th St, Overland Park, KS 7 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th St, Overland Park, KS 12 District Day Camp Meeting HOAC Service Center, 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO
June 4 Scouting Resource Forum, 7:00 pm Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th St, Overland Park, KS 4 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th St, Overland Park, KS
up, and take down. We need help with everything from crafts and cooking to shooting sports and registration! Please contact Paul Hemenway if you’re interested in helping at phemenway@kc.surewest.net. Follow the Trailhead Facebook page www.facebook. com/TrailheadDayCamp and subscribe to the Day Camp Leader Google Group groups.google.com/ forum/#!forum/trailhead-day-camp-leaders to ask questions and receive updates.
7 Day Camp Set Up & Check In Camp Timberlake, 8285 W 179th St, Stilwell, KS 8-12 Day Camp, 9:00 am-3:30 pm Camp Timberlake, 8285 W 179th St, Stilwell, KS 11 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Merrill Lynch, 3401 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS For the most updated information or to find if there have been any changes to the event schedule, visit www.hoac-bsa.org/Trailhead.
2015 Trailhead Day Camp Get excited because Trailhead Day Camp 2015 is just around the corner! We’ll be returning to Camp Timberlake June 8-12 for a medieval themed Day Camp experience. When: June 8-12 Where: Camp Timberlake Theme: Knights in Training Key Staff: Program Director — Paul Hemenway Asst. Program Director/Shooting Sports Director — Chuck Pacunski PR/Communications — Will England Registrar — Pat Harvey First Aid — Nikki England Staff Advisor — Lizz Rhodus CAMP PRICING:
Before April 10 — $60 After April 10 — $70 At camp — $75 New Scouts — always $60 While we have our key staff in place, we are in need of additional volunteers to help with program areas, set
Cub Scouts playing human foosball at Day Camp
Spring Recruitment What better time of year to recruit new Cub Scouts than right before camp? Any youth that joins during Spring Recruitment and registers before June 4th will receive a free Cub Scout T-shirt! • Select a date between March 16 – May 15 to host your recruitment. You can either piggyback off an existing event your pack has planned or set up a separate recruitment. • Choose whether or not you would like a district presenter. I know some packs would like the extra assistance while others prefer to do things on their own. It’s up to you! • Create a promotional plan. Get creative! Promotional materials such as flyers, yard signs, and post cards will be available by the council. • Turn in any new youth applications to receive t-shirts. T-shirts will be available for pick up at both the May and June Resource Forum. The deadline to receive t-shirts is June 4th. Please contact either Lizz Rhodus at Elizabeth.rhodus@ scouting.org or Joshua Morales at josh.morales@scouting.org to pick up your pack’s Spring Recruitment Packet. Each packet will contain a FAQ sheet on Spring Recruitment, a T-shirt order form, youth and adult applications, and a Spring Recruitment marketing plan.
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DISTRICT INFORMATION
TRAILS WEST
Klondike Winter Event
Trails West Officers District Chair
Dan Koontz
(479) 899-7868
District Commissioner
John Rohrer
(913) 915-5218
Activities Chair
Christy Allen
(913) 752-8084
Advancement Chair
Shogo Cottrell
(913) 735-5001
Boy Scout Roundtable
Dan Koontz
(479) 899-7868
Camping Chair
Matt Bacon
(913) 780-5561
Cub Scout Roundtable
David Bryant
(913) 599-0514
Eagle Board of Review
Shogo Cottrell
(913) 735-5001
Finance Chair
Ken Burke
(816) 289-2687
Membership Chair
Christine O’Connor (913) 269-4042
OA Advisor
April Clark
Clarkdale1@yahoo.com
Public Relations Chair
April Clark
Clarkdale1@yahoo.com
Risk Management Chair
James Hanus
Training Chair
Rob Adams
jihanus11@gmail.com (913) 254-9077
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jon & Sally Riley
(913) 839-2008
Venturing Chair
Tim Bodendistel
(913) 438-8696
Senior District Executive
Jason Bledsoe (816) 569-4984 Jason.Bledsoe@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
The Trails West Klondike Winter event took place February 20-21 at Camp Naish. Patrols shot air rifles, used snow shoes, completed first aid, tied knots, and more. There were 112 total participants and 7 troops. The event ended with a Klondike sled race. Troop 888 from Gardner, KS were named the 2015 Klondike winners.
Knights in Training Day Camp The Trails West District “Knights in Training” Day Camp will be June 22-25 at the old Lake Olathe Golf Course. This is a week-long fun event for all Cub Scouts. Youth come out each day and experience activities like BB guns, archery, sling shots, fishing, sports, games, crafts, and more. Now is the time to sign up for Day Camp. Register before April 10 for only $60 per Scout. After that, the registration increases to $70. For more information and to register online go to: www.hoac-bsa.org/cub-scout-day-camp Please register as a pack.
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2015 DISTRICT AWARD RECIPIENTS District Award of Merit: Harry Mullins and Matt Bacon Pioneer Award: David Pendleton Cubmaster Award: Mark Ford — 3298, Michael Oliver — 3095, TJ Dale — 3888 Den Leader Award: Alicia Espinosa — 3330, Beth Oliver — 3095, Tony Meyer — 3084 Scoutmaster Award: Joel Corkill — 487, Todd Steinmetz — 428, Bob Churchill — 46 Assistant Scoutmaster Award: April Clark, Tony Dutton — 83 Cub Scout Committee Chair Award: Jason Wheeland — 3180, Dan Melchior — 3181 Boy Scout Committee Chair Award: Glenn Schouten — 86, Susan Jenkins — 83 Cub Scout Committee Member Award: DeWayne McAllister — 3387, Joe Hood — 3387 Boy Scout Committee Member Award: Mike Boehmer — 522, Gary Light — 181 Boy Scout Committee Member Award: Lynne Ruschill — 428, Sherri Watterson — 88 District Committee Member Award: George Johnston, Bruce La Londe
May 7 District Roundtable, 7:00 pm Holy Trinity Quigley Center, 9201 Summit, Lenexa, KS
Commissioner Award: Dan Koontz Venturing Crew Advisor Award: James Martin — 2588
12 District Committee Meeting, 6:30pm Price Chopper, Lenexa, KS
COR Award: Janice Russell — 86, Matt MacDonald — 88
20 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Sunflower Elementary, 8955 Loiret Blvd. Lenexa, KS
June 4 District Roundtable, 7:00 pm Holy Trinity Quigley Center, 9201 Summit, Lenexa, KS 9 District Committee Meeting, 6:30pm Price Chopper, Lenexa, KS 17 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pm Sunflower Elementary, 8955 Loiret Blvd. Lenexa, KS 22-25 Cub Scout Day Camp Old Lake Olathe Golf Course
Thank you to Chris Hodgdon for his service as Trails West District Chairman from 2013 to 2014!
Matt Bacon — 2015 District Award of Merit Recipient
Harry Mullins — 2015 District Award of Merit Recipient
30 Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America
April/May 2015
DISTRICT INFORMATION
TWIN RIVERS
2015 Investment in Character
Twin Rivers Officers District Chair
Doug Furnell
(913) 897-6903
District Commissioner
Peter Meline
(913) 755-1347
Activities Chair
Dan Buchman
(913) 244-0396
Advancement Chair
Anita Pace
(913) 709-6661
Boy Scout Roundtable
Brock Guernsey
(913) 829-9286
Camping Chair
Jim Judd
(913) 755-4935
Cub Scout Roundtable
Aida Thompson
(913) 871-9414
Eagle Board of Review
Arlin Prothe
(913) 294-4074
Finance Chair
Doug Furnell
(913) 897-6903
Membership Chair
Kelly Daggett
(913) 731-8246
OA Advisor
Dan Buchman
(913) 244-0396
Public Relations Chair
Peter Meline
(913) 755-1347
Risk Management Chair
Bob Stegner
(913) 782-8959
Training Chair
Brock Guernsey
(913) 829-9286
Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Lori Offutt
(913) 731-3001
Venturing Chair
Malinda Botwinik
(913) 980-2430
Senior District Executive
John Hobbs
The 2015 Investment in Character campaign is in full swing and we are working diligently toward our goal. This year our goal is $31,000. If you have yet to schedule your 2015 Investment in Character presentation, please email John Hobbs at John.Hobbs@ scouting.org. Please continue to work and followup with all unit leaders to allow them the chance to contribute to Scouting. We look forward to a great and successful 2015 Campaign.
Scouts do their best in engineering at the District Klondike Derby
(816) 569-4983 John.Hobbs@scouting.org
2015 INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER
72.5%
May 5 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Whistle Stop Café, 901 6th St, Osawatomie, KS 7 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Peoria St, Paola, KS 7 Roundtable, 7:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Peoria St, Paola, KS
June 4 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Peoria St, Paola, KS 4 Roundtable, 7:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Peoria St, Paola, KS
Pack 3099 gets in the Day Camp spirit with Jedi Knights in Training at their Blue & Gold banquet
Knights in Training Cub Scout Day Camp Mark your calendars for the 2015 Twin Rivers District Cub Scout Day Camp June 1–4 at the Miami County Fairgrounds in Paola. This year our theme is "KNIGHTS IN TRAINING" where Cub Scouts get the chance to shoot BB guns, bows & arrows, work on crafts, play games, learn about nature, and work towards badges. Sign-up today online at www.scoutcamping.org. We need more staff help! If you can help, contact Kelly Daggett, Camp Director, at (913) 731-8246 or osawatomiepack3099@hotmail.com.
Scouts set their sights on fun at the District Klondike Derby
Community Service Day The council-wide community service day is May 9. For additional information contact Aida Thompson at (913) 256-8922 or aida.thompson@gmail.com.
Setting the Stage for Scouting with New Units We are continuing our focus and efforts on new units. If you know of a group or organization looking to sponsor Scouting, contact John Hobbs at John.Hobbs@ scouting.org or (816) 569-4983.
2 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm Whistle Stop Café, 901 6th St, Osawatomie, KS
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