[RIVERSIDEBSA] Monday Morning Message from Central Florida Council Training Chair [3 Attachments]
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Good Monday Morning Central Florida Council volunteers!
Included in this week’s Monday Morning Message:
· Directions for adding or updating unit BeAScout information
· Commissioner Conference October 18, 2014
- NYLT
- University of Scouting 2015
- Wood Badge Spring 2015
- Council training schedules can be found on the council website
Even though BeAScout is not an area of training, except for a few Chartered Organization Representatives, information is being included here on how to add or update unit information on the BeAScout map. Unit Key-3’s - keep the information associated with your unit current on the map so that folks who see Scouting recruiting posters and signs will be able to contact someone in your unit to help get youth started in the Scouting movement! Thank you to Chief Seattle Council, BSA for sharing this information:
Here’s what you need to do - the whole process should take less than 10 minutes:
- Step 1. Log onto your account at “MyScouting.org” and select “BeAScout” from the Unit Tools section on the left-hand Menu. A new page will be displayed: There are two "tabs" on this Window, and you should be on "Unit Pin Management" - if not, then click the "Unit Pin Management" tab.
· Step 2. Take a moment to look-over the Unit Pin Management screen: If at any time you are lost, look for the "Help" link in the upper right-hand corner of the page for help. Also, note that the "Google Pin Preview" section, in the bottom-right area of the page, will display what will appear on the Google Map. It will change as you enter/edit information in these steps.
· Step 3. Check the "Unit Description" - this box contains a combination of your unit name & your chartered organization. If that the information is incorrect then reach out to your District Executive (DE) for assistance.
· Step 4: if your Scout Unit has a web site, then enter the web address (URL) here.
- Step 5. update the Alternate Unit Description: many Units opt to type their Unit type & number followed by their Meeting location
- Step 6a: make sure the Pin Status says "Active" if you want your Pin visible to perspective Scouts and Parents on the Google Map.
- Step 6b: 6b: make sure the Apply Status says "Active" If you want to be able to process membership applications electronically.
- Step 7a: select your Primary Contact. This person will receive all emails from prospective Scout parents, so be sure to let the person know that they will be responding to all parent leads. If the fields in this section are "grey" then you must check the "Contact Person" box in the "Fields Displayed on Google Pin" section at the bottom-left side of the page. If the person is already a Registered Adult Leader in your Scout Unit, then their name will be selectable from a list. Once selected, all information is automatically provided in this section's fields.
- Step 7b: Also be sure to check all the information with the Primary Contact Volunteer & edit fields that are no longer current (Example: a phone number or email address changes). It is very important that you keep this information up-to-date as Volunteers & contact information will change over time.
· Step 8. Enter the location where your unit holds its meetings (address information). This address will dictate where your unit pin will appear on Google Maps. Note that it may be helpful to enter the name of your Meeting Location "Address 1" and the street address on "address 2"
- Step 9. Check the Google PIN Preview - this is a preview of what will appear on the map. Parents will only be able to see what is in this box, so please Review it carefully for accuracy.
- NOTE: There is an option to change the icon from a Scouting map symbol representing your unit type to something else. Please DO NOT change the unit logo icon.
- Step 10. Once you are done, click the “SAVE” button and your information will be uploaded.
That’s all you need to do to set up your unit for BeAScout.org. Be sure to do this as soon as possible so your unit will get recruiting leads.
2014 Area 4 Commissioner Conference hosted by Central Florida Council
“Be the Reason…for Scouting’s Success” – Please Join Us on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at the LDS Church-Lake Mary. Commissioners from across the Southern Region’s Area IV and you our Central Florida Council’s Commissioners will join forces to create Scouting’s success and sustainability. The event will include a General Session, Job-Specific Break-Out Sessions, and Best Practices Sessions. A Mission Impact National Representative will present and discuss the BSA Program Changes that are coming soon to our Scouting Program. Other National, Regional, and Area IV Representatives will also be present to inform us of newest information concerning the Scouting Program. Details on seminar specifics will be forthcoming. Knowledge gained in this venue has the potential to impact the lives of MANY. I look forward to seeing you there!
- Bill Patterson, Council Commissioner
A flyer for this day of commissioner learning and sharing is attached below. Registration for the event is online only. If you wish to register without accessing the flyer, the link is provided: http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/connnnissioners-conference-fall-2014-f009/1587009
NYLT at Camp LaNoChe
The National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) conference is a leadership training course delivered by the local council to help youth further develop their capacity as leaders. Youth who function in leadership roles in their troop or crew will benefit from the experiences developed in this course. A course during the 2014-2015 winter school break is being planned for the dates of December 27, 2014 through January 1, 2015. The cost will be $175.
Qualifications for youth who would like to attend are:
• At least 13 years old (scouts) – 14 years old (Venturers).
• At least First Class rank (scouts).
• Experienced serving in a troop/crew position of responsibility.
• Previous long-term camping experience – full knowledge of basic cooking and knots/lashing very helpful.
• Be recommended/ approved by Scoutmaster or Venturing Crew Leader (adult).
• Participant must attend the full week of training to receive a certificate of completion.
Online registration is now live at http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/nylt-2014-winter/1593700. Susan Burton is Course Director. For more information: nylt...@gmail.com.
University of Scouting – Save the date!
Central Florida Council’s next University of Scouting will be January 24, 2015. Plan to join Scouters and Scouts from all over the council – and some from out of council – in this extraordinary day of supplemental training, fantastic Midway exhibitions, fellowship and fun! More information will be included in this message in the coming weeks and months, but for now, mark your calendar for Saturday, January 24!
If you are interested in attending Wood Badge, then consider Spring 2015. Spring Wood Badge course dates are February 27 – March 1 and will conclude the weekend of March 20 – 22. Please contact Rob Parish, Course Director at sctl...@aol.com to discuss what Wood Badge training can do for you and the youth in your unit, district or council. You can register using the information and registration form attached at the end of this message. If you prefer, you can follow this link to register now: http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/wood-badge-training-spring-2015-f907/1579311
Calendars are available for Cub Scout leader position specific training, BALOO, Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders and COR training under the Cub Scout tab on the council website (www.cflscouting.org). Select Cub Scout Training Schedule from the drop down list. Calendars are available for Scoutmaster/Asst. SM training, IOLS, Troop Committee Challenge, Varsity Coach position specific, and COR training for adults and Den Chief and ILST training for youth under the Boy Scout tab. Select Boy Scout Training Schedule from the drop down list. Calendars for Venturing Advisor position specific, Crew Committee Challenge, and COR training can be found under the Venturing tab. Select Venturing Training Schedule from the drop down list. Note that Chartered Organizational Representative training is the same for all three programs. Some district training calendars are still in development for the 2014 – 2015 Scouting year. Training schedules are continuing to be submitted.
A current Den Chief training schedule in PDF form is attached. The current PDF should be posted on the CFC website soon.
Have a great and safe Scouting week!
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Good Monday Morning Central Florida Council volunteers!
Included in this week’s Monday Morning Message:
· New Cub Scout Adventure requirements
· Commissioner Conference October 18, 2014
- NYLT
- University of Scouting 2015
- Wood Badge Spring 2015
- Council training schedules can be found on the council website
2015-2016 Cub Scout Requirements
The new Cub Scout rank requirements for the slated 2015 changes are now online at http://www.scouting.org/filestore/program_update/pdf/Appended%20Requirements.pdf
Note that CORE requirements and elective requirements are listed here only. Details about Cub Scout adventures will be found in new Cub Scout handbooks and den leader guides when they are released. Den leaders and other Cub Scout leaders can find samplers of youth handbook adventures and den leader guides by visiting the Program Updates page on the national BSA website at http://www.scouting.org/Home/programupdates.aspx
2014 Area 4 Commissioner Conference hosted by Central Florida Council
“Be the Reason…for Scouting’s Success” – Please Join Us on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at the LDS Church-Lake Mary. Commissioners from across the Southern Region’s Area IV and you our Central Florida Council’s Commissioners will join forces to create Scouting’s success and sustainability. The event will include a General Session, Job-Specific Break-Out Sessions, and Best Practices Sessions. A Mission Impact National Representative will present and discuss the BSA Program Changes that are coming soon to our Scouting Program. Other National, Regional, and Area IV Representatives will also be present to inform us of newest information concerning the Scouting Program. Details on seminar specifics will be forthcoming. Knowledge gained in this venue has the potential to impact the lives of MANY. I look forward to seeing you there!
- Bill Patterson, Council Commissioner
A flyer for this day of commissioner learning and sharing is attached below. Registration for the event is online only. If you wish to register without accessing the flyer, the link is provided: http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/connnnissioners-conference-fall-2014-f009/1587009
NYLT at Camp LaNoChe
The National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) conference is a leadership training course delivered by the local council to help youth further develop their capacity as leaders. Youth who function in leadership roles in their troop or crew will benefit from the experiences developed in this course. A course during the 2014-2015 winter school break is being planned for the dates of December 27, 2014 through January 1, 2015. The cost will be $175.
Qualifications for youth who would like to attend are:
• At least 13 years old (scouts) – 14 years old (Venturers).
• At least First Class rank (scouts).
• Experienced serving in a troop/crew position of responsibility.
• Previous long-term camping experience – full knowledge of basic cooking and knots/lashing very helpful.
• Be recommended/ approved by Scoutmaster or Venturing Crew Leader (adult).
• Participant must attend the full week of training to receive a certificate of completion.
Online registration is now live at http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/nylt-2014-winter/1593700. Susan Burton is Course Director. For more information: nylt...@gmail.com.
University of Scouting – Save the date!
Central Florida Council’s next University of Scouting will be January 24, 2015. Plan to join Scouters and Scouts from all over the council – and some from out of council – in this extraordinary day of supplemental training, fantastic Midway exhibitions, fellowship and fun! More information will be included in this message in the coming weeks and months, but for now, mark your calendar for Saturday, January 24!
If you are interested in attending Wood Badge, then consider Spring 2015. Spring Wood Badge course dates are February 27 – March 1 and will conclude the weekend of March 20 – 22. Please contact Rob Parish, Course Director at sctl...@aol.com to discuss what Wood Badge training can do for you and the youth in your unit, district or council. You can register using the information and registration form attached at the end of this message. If you prefer, you can follow this link to register now: http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/wood-badge-training-spring-2015-f907/1579311
Calendars are available for Cub Scout leader position specific training, BALOO, Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders and COR training under the Cub Scout tab on the council website (www.cflscouting.org). Select Cub Scout Training Schedule from the drop down list. Calendars are available for Scoutmaster/Asst. SM training, IOLS, Troop Committee Challenge, Varsity Coach position specific, and COR training for adults and Den Chief and ILST training for youth under the Boy Scout tab. Select Boy Scout Training Schedule from the drop down list. Calendars for Venturing Advisor position specific, Crew Committee Challenge, and COR training can be found under the Venturing tab. Select Venturing Training Schedule from the drop down list. Note that Chartered Organizational Representative training is the same for all three programs. Some district training calendars are still in development for the 2014 – 2015 Scouting year. Training schedules are continuing to be submitted.
Have a great and safe Scouting week!
