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It’s More Than A Motto It’s more than a motto - it’s a way of life. Being prepared One of the strengths of the program is the means having the ability to deal with the many tough unique relationship between religious and community challenges life presents–that’s what Scouting is all organizations, parents, and leaders. Working about. Through its time-tested program, Scouting together, they are able to focus the necessary provides young people with opportunities to mentor to resources and leadership on the single task of their peers, build character and enrich their faith. These serving youth. The result is children, families, and activities build stronger family bonds and help youth communities that are stronger and better prepared reach their full potential by instilling values that last a for the future. lifetime.

NG FOR NI L R IF A E CUB SCOUTS - Ages 7-10 E EXPLORING - Ages 14-20 (or 13 and L Cub Scouting is a year-round program uniquely completed eighth grade) Exploring is a program E X G designed to meet the needs of young boys P L O R I N for young men and women. Exploring units, and their parents. The program offers fun or “posts”, focus on a single career field, such as and challenging activities that promote character law enforcement, fire/rescue, medical or band, and development and physical fitness. Service projects, are sponsored by a local government or business ceremonies, games and activities guide boys through entity. Young adults involved in Exploring will gain the core values and give them a sense of personal practical knowledge of and experience in a career and achievement. Through positive peer group interaction engage in a program of activities . These activities are and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery centered on career opportunities, life skills, citizenship, and respect. Family involvement is an essential part of character development and leadership experience to Cub Scouting, and parents are encouraged to play an encourage the development of the whole person. They active role in the program. This family - and community- also have opportunities to take on leadership roles. centered approach to learning means that Cub Scouting is truly time well spent. - Ages 7-13 BOY SCOUTS - Ages 11-17 Scouting has always thrived in suburban Most people associate Boy Scouting with outdoor communities where volunteers and resources adventure–and with good reason. Scouting is an may be more plentiful, but our commitment to outdoor program designed to develop character, the young people living in the neighborhoods of our citizenship and fitness. With the Oath and Law Council’s inner cities has never been stronger. Each as a guide, Scouting helps a boy develop into a well- week, Scouts meet after school in classrooms to work rounded young man. Through the advancement program, on advancement, learn new skills and gain leadership a Scout can progress in rank though achievements, experience. Scoutreach youth also experience the gaining additional knowledge and responsibilities. outdoors - some for the very first time - during our Earning Merit Badges provides opportunities for Scouts Council’s annual Scoutreach Family Day at Camp to be introduced to a lifelong hobby or a rewarding Alexander. It is here that Scouts shoot bows & arrows, career. In Boy Scouting, youth take responsibility for the BB guns, go hiking and learn valuable skills such as activities of the troop. Through the support of parents knot tying and shelter building. Our Council remains and religious and neighborhood organizations, Scouts committed to ensuring that every young person has the develop an awareness and appreciation of their role in opportunity to be a Scout. their community.

VENTURING - Ages 14-20 (or 13 and completed - As Scouting’s eighth grade) is a program for young men National Honor Society, our purpose is and women ages 14 through 20. The purpose of to recognize those who best exemplify Venturing is to provide experiences to help young people the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. That mature and become responsible and caring adults. Young recognition inspires others to conduct themselves people in Venturing learn leadership skills and participate in a way that warrants similar recognition, promote camping, in challenging outdoor activities. Venturing focuses responsible outdoor adventure and environmental resources that help a community organization provide stewardship as essential components of every Scout’s wholesome, flexible, well-rounded and challenging experience in the unit. The recognition develops activities, tailor-made for teenage youth. Those resources leaders with the willingness, character, spirit and ability include access to Boy Scout camping properties, a to advance the activities of their units, our Brotherhood, recognition program, youth protection training and specific Scouting and ultimately our nation, and crystallize program assistance for a variety of outdoor disciplines. the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others. Table of Contents RESOURCES 1 ...... QUICK FACTS ABOUT PIKES PEAK COUNCIL 2 ...... COUNCIL AND SCOUT SHOP RESOURCES 3 ...... CONTACT US 4 ...... UNIT RESOURCES 5 ...... YOUTH PROTECTION STANDARDS 6 ...... BEASCOUT.ORG PROGRAMS 7 ...... PROGRAMS RESOURCES 8 ...... SCOUTREACH 9 ...... CAMP ALEXANDER PROGRAMS 10 ...... BOY SCOUT PROGRAMS 11 ...... EAGLE PROGRAM AND ENGAGEMENT

12 ...... FALL/WINTER PROGRAMS 13 ...... VENTURING AND SEA SCOUTING PROGRAMS 14 ...... EXPLORING PROGRAMS 15 ...... SCOUT NIGHTS 16 ...... COUNCIL EVENTS/ORDER OF THE ARROW

TRAINING TRAINING 17 ...... SHOOTING SPORTS 18 ...... WHAT MAKES A TRAINED LEADER 19 ...... TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 20 ...... ADULT TRAINING COURSES FUNDING FUNDING 21 ...... FRIENDS OF SCOUTING 22 ...... COUNCIL FUNDRAISERS 23 ...... FINANCING SCOUTING/LDS 100 YEAR PATCH 24 ...... OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT PIKES PEAK COUNCIL 25-26 ...... MERIT BADGE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 27-28 ...... CORPORATE & MERIT BADGE SPONSOR RECOGNITION

Like us on facebook! www.facebook.com/pikespeakcouncilbsa Quick Facts For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. About Pikes Peak Council The Pikes Peak Council of the has been serving youth for nearly 100 years. It was formed for the express purpose of providing Scouting programs to the young people of its territory. Currently, the Pikes Peak Council provides Scouting experiences to more than 10,000 youth in an area spanning Colorado Springs, Woodland Park, Monument, Canon City and many communities on Colorado's Eastern Plains. The Pikes Peak Council operates 2 camp properties, 1 Council Service Center and 1 Scout Shop for the use of Scouting programs.

Camp Alexander is Pikes Peak Council’s premier Resident Camp, and continues to boast one of the finest programs in all of the western region. With a highly trained and veteran staff, historic facilities and new programs being added each year, it’s no wonder that the season sells out year after year. “Camp A” is located in the beautiful Eleven Mile Canyon in the Pike National Forest approximately 38 miles west of Colorado Springs.

In 2008, the Pikes Peak Council acquired Glen Aspen Ranch, a beautiful parcel of land containing 200 acres just outside of Woodland Park. Scout Packs, Troops, Teams and Crews can use the property with reservations. There are backpacking campsites available along the ridge for those desiring a more rustic experience. RESOURCES

Glen Aspen Ranch ✳ Camp High Plains ✳ Alexander Frontier

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Ute District: District Executive: Cameron Ackley Jamboree District: District Director: Lynn Olson  719-219-2907  [email protected]  719-219-2919  [email protected] School Districts: 2, 3, 8, 12, 14, RE2, RE1, School Districts: District 20 and 38 Lake George Charter Education High Plains District: District Executive: Jeff Horner District Executive: Monica Webb Frontier District:  719-337-5119  [email protected]  719-219-2900  [email protected] School Districts: Falcon, Peyton, Calhan, Ramah, Ellicott, Miami- School Districts: 11 Yoder, Edison, Hanover, Elbert, Lincoln, Kit Carson, and Kiowa.

The Council is governed by a The Boy Scouts of Annually, the Council In 2013, the Council volunteer Executive Board America’s Scouting operates on a budget served more than 10,000 made up of local leaders of the program continues of about $2.4 million youth, ages 6-20, in 360 many communities we serve. to the lead the nation which is funded through Scouting units including The program is guided by a and world in youth contributions from Scout Cub Scout Packs, Boy staff of 9 full-time professional protection standards families, community Scout Troops, Varsity Scouters and supported by as an organization supporters, camping and Teams, Venturing Crews, 8 dedicated full and part-time dedicated to keeping activity fees, popcorn sales Explorer Posts and support staff members. young people safe. and investment income. Scoutreach units. 1 Resources For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. From I-25 N and S, take exit 145, head West ADMINISTRATIVE SCOUT SHOP SERVICES Hibbard Memorial Scout Shop Pikes Peak Council 985 West Fillmore St. Service Center Colorado Springs, CO 80907 985 West Fillmore St. Shop (719) 634-4342 Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Fax (719) 634-4413 Office (719) 634-1584 Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am-6pm Fax (719) 634-1436 Saturday, 9am-3pm Hours: Sunday, Closed Monday - Friday

Hibbard Scout Shop RESOURCES 9am-5pm 2013-2014 Holiday Closures Saturday and Sunday September 2 - Labor Day CLOSED November 28 & 29 - Thanksgiving COUNCIL, CAMP, AND TBD - Closed for Inventory SCOUT SHOP SERVICES COUNCIL RESOURCES December 24 and 25 - Holidays Registration and Membership December 31 - New Year’s Eve AVAILABLE TO YOU January 1 - New Year’s Day Training records, recruitment EAGLE SCOUT “COURT OF packages, organizing new units. HONOR” BOX Pikes Peak Council Service Center Advancement Available to check out for your 2013-2014 Holiday Closures Eagle’s Court of Honor. Contains September 2 - Labor Day Advancement processing, Eagle November 11 - Veterans Day processing, merit badge counselor supplies such as candles, decorations, and banners. To November 28 & 29 - Thanksgiving application and lists, merit badge December 24 and 25 - Holidays programs. reserve, call 719-634-1584. Reservations are on a first come, December 31 - New Year’s Eve Camping - Office Support first serve basis. January 1- New Year’s Day January 20- Martin Luther King Day Information on reservations for Camp MEETING ROOMS Alexander and Glen Aspen Ranch. February 17- Presidents Day The Council Service Center has 3 April 18- Good Friday Camping - At Camp Support conference rooms and an activity May 26- Memorial Day Camp maintenance, camp staff hiring, area that units can use, free of July 4- Independence Day trading post at camps, medical aid charge. Reservations must be September 1- Labor Day at camp, program support, leader made and Council events do take November 11- Veterans Day training, capital improvements of priority. To reserve these rooms for facilities and more. events outside of Scouting, there is a fee of $100 per use. Call Kim Marketing and Website for more information, 719-634- Website updates, Council and District 1584. E-Newsletters, Facebook, Council- wide programs, promote Scouting. TRACK Administration We have three older generation Building reservations, certifications pinewood derby tracks available of insurance, tour permits, event and for Packs to use free of charge. activity registration, general questions. Must be able to pick up and return using your own vehicle. Call the Scout Shop Council Office to reserve the track Uniforms, insignia, literature, trophies at 719-634-1584. and awards, camping equipment, gift certificates, crafts and more. 2 Our Staff For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

EXECUTIVE STAFF TITLE NAME OFFICE PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS Scout Executive Kent Downing 719-219-2909 [email protected] Assistant Scout Executive Brandon Vavra 719-219-2910 [email protected] Development Director Jeremy Snook 719-219-2915 [email protected] Director of Camping Joe Brandon 719-748-3254 [email protected] Jamboree District Director Lynn Olson 719-219-2919 [email protected] High Plains District Executive Jeff Horner 719-337-5119 [email protected] Frontier District Executive Monica Webb 719-219-2900 [email protected] Ute District Executive Cameron Ackley 719-219-2907 [email protected] Marketing & Events Executive Chelsea Hernandez 719-319-2903 [email protected] Scoutreach Executive Nathanael Mooberry 719-219-2916 [email protected]

OFFICE AND CAMP SUPPORT STAFF TITLE NAME OFFICE PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS Office Manager Kim Healy 719-634-1584 [email protected] Accountant Sherry Savidge 719-219-2931 [email protected] Registrar Kris Winchell 719-219-2911 [email protected] Development Assistant Michele Ferrier 719-219-2904 [email protected] Accounting Assistant Nancy Wood 719-219-2905 [email protected] Front Desk Assistant Janis Hild 719-219-2901 [email protected] Front Desk Assistant Anna Hild 719-219-2901 [email protected] Camp Alexander John Nixon 719-748-3254 [email protected] Camp Program Specialist Shilin Coffin 719-219-2927 [email protected]

HIBBARD MEMORIAL SCOUT SHOP TITLE NAME STORE PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS Store Manager Stephen Summers 719-634-4342 [email protected] Sales Associate Michael Jones 719-634-4342 [email protected] Sales Associate Brian Reddan 719-634-4342 [email protected]

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RESOURCES Camp Alexander is now hiring talented, dedicated individuals for the upcoming Camp season! Positions Available: ATV Instructors, Lifeguards, Rifle Staff, Mountain Board Staff, High Adventure Guides, and more… Pay rate based on a 10 week season. Ages 16-18: $1200 - $2000 Ages 18-21: $1800 - $3500 21 & older: $3000 - $4250 For more information visit www.pikespeakbsa.org/camping

3 Unit Resources For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

RECRUITMENT DISTRICT COMMITTEE COMMISSIONERS EMAIL ADDRESS A steady flow of youth into a Scouting is The Commissioner is the liaison [email protected] Scouting Unit is essential to volunteer-run between the local council and [email protected] maintaining its health. New Scouts and volunteer- Scouting units. [email protected] bring energy and enthusiasm to the funded! The The Commissioner’s mission is to [email protected] program and, often, new parents to Council is keep units operating at maximum [email protected] sub-divided efficiency, maintain regular contact [email protected] help with the leadership. with unit leaders, coach leaders [email protected] To ensure a quality program, Scouting into four on where to find assistance, note [email protected] units need to recruit enough boys to administrative weaknesses in programs and suggest [email protected] replace boys that drop out or cross districts, each remedies. The Commissioner is [email protected] over out of the unit. Having a year- run by a volunteer-led district round growth plan in place will help committee, and is responsible successful when units effectively deliver the ideals of Scouting to their attract new Scouts. for the following functions: OFFICE AND CAMP SUPPORT STAFF members. Membership – Strives for growth

through the organization of new Scouting units and growth through new members joining existing units. Finance – Sees that the District

provides its share of funds to the RESOURCES total Council operating budget. The first step is to appoint a committee Program – Concentrates on helping member to serve as the unit’s Scouting units with camp promotion, membership chair. This person will special activities, including A Commissioner plays several roles, develop and implement a growth community service, training adult including friend, representative, plan that incorporates all methods volunteers and youth advancement teacher and counselor. If a of recruitment, working with other and recognition. Commissioner doesn’t know the Scouting units in the community, the Unit Service – Carried out by answer to your question, he or she district membership committee and the District Commissioner staff, will find it and get back to you. The the unit Commissioner. provides direct coaching and Commissioner is here to help the unit Your district can support your consultation by District volunteers leader to be successful. recruiting efforts: for unit adults to help ensure the The Commissioner is a friend of the • Providing flyers for distribution in success of every Scouting unit. unit. Of all his or her roles, this one schools. Each District Committee meets is the most important. It springs from • Conducting school recruitment talks. once a month. The purpose of the attitude, “I care; I am here to help, • Teaching volunteers to conduct in- the committee meetings is to what can I do for you?” Caring is the school recruitment talks. build momentum, provide group ingredient that makes Commissioner • Identifying Webelos eligible for a continuity, ensure good coordination service successful. troop. and to make specific assignments • Teaching leaders how to conduct a The Commissioner is part of the to committee members. Contact the successful “join night.” District, and typically serves 1-3 units District Executive for your area to • Conducting interest surveys in local in addition to his or her “home” unit. serve on your District Committee. high schools for Venturing and Just remember that Commissioners Explorer posts. are one of the most valuable And much more – contact your resources available to help the units local District Executive for more be successful! ideas!

4 Youth Protection Standards For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

YOUTH PROTECTION Currently in Effect Barriers to Abuse Within Scouting The Boy Scouts of America • Youth Protection Training is required The BSA has adopted policies on the places the greatest importance for all BSA registered volunteers, following topics to provide additional on creating the most secure regardless of their position. security for our members. These policies are primarily for the protection environment possible for our youth • New leaders are required to take Youth Protection Training of our youth members; however, they members. To maintain such an also serve to protect our adult leaders environment, the BSA developed before submitting an application for registration. The certificate of from false accusations of abuse. numerous procedural and completion for this training must be • Two-deep leadership leadership selection policies and submitted at the time the application • No one-on-one contact provides parents and leaders with is made and before volunteer • Respect of privacy resources for the Cub Scout, Boy service with youth begins. • Cameras, imaging and digital Scout and Venturing programs. • Youth Protection Training must devices RESOURCES be taken every two years. If a • Separate youth/adult volunteer’s Youth Protection training accommodations record is not current at the time of • Proper preparation for high- recharter, the volunteer will not be adventure activities reregistered. • No secret organizations • Appropriate attire • View more information about • Constructive discipline this change in English and • Hazing prohibited Leadership Selection Spanish at Scouting.org/Training/ • Junior leader training and YouthProtection. The Boy Scouts of America takes supervision • Member responsibilities great pride in the quality of our adult Digital Privacy leadership. Being a leader in the BSA • Unit responsibilities A key ingredient for a safe and is a privilege, not a right. The quality Please visit www.scouting.org/ healthy Scouting experience is the of the program and the safety of our youthprotection to view the policies. youth members call for high-quality respect for privacy. Advances in The “Three R’s” of Youth Protection adult leaders. We work closely with technology are enabling new forms of convey a simple message to youth our chartered organizations to help social interaction that extend beyond members: recruit the best possible leaders for the appropriate use of cameras or their units. recording devices (see “Barriers to • Recognize situations that place you Abuse Within Scouting”). Sending at risk of being molested, how child The adult application requests sexually explicit photographs or molesters operate, and that anyone background information that should videos electronically or “sexting” by could be a molester. be checked by the unit committee cell phones is a form of texting being •  unwanted and inappropriate or the chartered organization practiced primarily by young adults Resist attention. Resistance will stop most before accepting an applicant for and children as young as middle- attempts at molestation. unit leadership. While no current school age. Although most campers screening techniques exist that can and leaders use digital devices • Report attempted or actual identify every potential child molester responsibly, educating them about molestation to a parent or other besides doing criminal background the appropriate use of cell phones trusted adult. 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RESOURCES Cub Scout Programs For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

CUB SCOUT FALL 2014 CUB SCOUT 2014 WEBELOS WINTER SHOOT-O-REE WINTERSPREE ADVENTURE Featured Programs: Featured Programs: Featured Programs: • Patch • Patch • Introduce 2nd year Webelos to some • BB guns • Interact with AF Academy cadets fun activities that await them in Boy • Archery • Tug-of-war Scouts. • Sling shots • Cadet physical challenge • Catapults, Map & Compass • Rubber band guns • 3-legged race • Sand sculpting, log saw • BB gun and Archery • Obstacle course • Blind snow shoe race activity pin station • Troop visits Cost: $7 per Cub, Adults Free • Much more Cost: $10 Scout & Adult Date: February 1 Cost: $15 per youth $16/unit Times: Date: January 18 Adults are FREE Webelos: 8 am - 11:45 am 9am-4pm Date: September 21 Tiger, Wolf, Bear: 11:30am-3pm Times: Location: Lincoln County Fairgrounds Times: Location: Falcon Stadium, USAFA Morning Session: 9am-12pm Hugo, CO Afternoon Session: 2pm-5pm Location: Camp Alexander

FAMILY SPOOKTACULAR Featured Programs: WEBELOS SCOUT DAY • Pumpkin carving at Bear Creek Nature • Costume contest Center • BB & archery range Featured Scout Program: • Hay ride trick or treating • Complete requirements • Face painting to earn Naturalist, Forester or • 30 ft. slide Geologist badges in one day • MEGA obstacle course • Day activities with camping permitted Scout Cost: $4 per scout, Cost: You can register now - October 16 per session. Reservations are Late period: Beginning October 1 required, call 520-6387 Adults (18+) / Youth (6-17) / Kids (0-5) Date: October 12 Regular Late Time: 9:30am-2:15pm Adults: $5.00 $10.00

PROGRAMS Youth: $15.00 $20.00 Kids: Free $5.00 Breakfast $3.50 Lunch $4.50 Dinner $5.75 Date/Time: October 19, 10:30am to 8pm Location: Camp Alexander 7 ScoutReach For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

SCOUTREACH GOING PLACES! ScoutReach is an exciting program that teaches leadership, goal setting, overcoming obstacles, and goal achievement through Scouting to the youth in our community. ScoutReach teaches them to “Go Places” by applying scouting values to their lives. These youth actively give back to their communities and understand the power they have to make their world a better place. ScoutReach partners with our community centers and many of our District 2 and District 11 schools offering after-school Scouting programs to the youth there, as well as partnering with other organizations to meet needs within our community.

Services Educational Adventures ScoutReach is offered by the Pikes Peak ScoutReach expands the learning of our youth with Council to ensure that all youth have the trips to parks, museums, cultural fairs, as well as opportunity to participate in Scouting regardless business and government offices. These activities of the socioeconomics of the community they give them experiences that get them excited to learn live in. ScoutReach services include a uniform skills that help them throughout their lives. “Values assistance program and providing leadership of Scouting”, a study by Harris Interactive, indicates to units lacking in parent volunteers due to that boys with at least five years of Scouting are dysfunctional families, deployed military, or more likely than those who have never been in financial challenges. Scouts to: ScoutReach is supported • Assume leadership roles in clubs by the generosity of our and school organizations. community. If you would • Have higher self confidence. like to become involved • Resist negative peer pressure with ScoutReach as a much • Consider the needs of others first. needed volunteer, organize a unit mentoring relationship Fall/Winter Activities & Events October & January - School Clean Ups with a ScoutReach unit, March - Pinewood Derby or offer financial support, please contact Nathanael Mooberry at (719) 219-2919. PROGRAMS CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM For financial assistance to help pay for your Scout’s summer camp experience, contact Monica Webb at 719-219-2900 for more information on our Campership program.

8 Camp Alexander Programs For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. CAMP ALEXANDER YEAR-ROUND SUMMER CAMP ATV RIDER PROGRAM Featured Programs: Featured Programs: • ATV program • Pikes Peak Council is the first Colorado • Emergency preparedness camp to have this exhilarating, safe, • First aid adventuresome program! • Kayaking • 4.5 hour session • Mountain biking and boarding OUTBACK ADVENTURE • 2 mile course • 40+ merit badge options Featured Programs: • Experienced instructors • Search and Rescue merit badge • Rock climbing • Morning sessions • First class center, taught by • Night rappelling and Climbing Cost: $45 per Scout eagle Scouts • 25 mile downhill mtn bike ride $65 out of Council Cost: $285 Scout in Council • 8 participants in a crew • Full day whitewater rafting 2013-2014 Dates: $310 Scout out of Council September 7, 14, 21, and 28 • 11,000 ft. peak summit 1 Free adult with every 8 scouts October 5, 12, 19, and 26 Registration Now Open! Cost: November 2, 9, and 16 Per Camper/Adult In Council: $425 December 7 and 14 2014 Dates: Per Camper/Adult Out of Council: June 1-7 Week 1 January 11, 18, and 25 $455 - Registration Now Open! June 8-14 Week 2 February 1, 8, 15, and 22 June 15-21 Week 3 2014 Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 June 22-28 Week 4 June 1-7 Week 1 April 5, 12, and 26 June 29- July 5 Week 5 June 8-14 Week 2 Location: Camp Alexander July 6-12 Week 6 June 15-21 Week 3 June 22-28 Week 4 More Information: To read more about July 13-19 Week 7 this program, obtain a waiver, and view the July 26-Aug 2 Week 8 June 29- July 5 Week 5 July 6-12 Week 6 schedule, visit www.pikespeakbsa.org Camp Alexander Location: July 13-19 Week 7

PROGRAMS July 20-26 Week 8 Aug 3-10 Super Trek Venture Location: Camp Alexander

CLIMBING INSTRUCTOR COURSE Program Details: ICE CLIMBING PROGRAM • Gain knowledge to safely Featured Programs: take your unit climbing • Basic knot skills and advanced • Pikes Peak Council is the first Camp in the BSA to anchoring skills have this exciting, unique, challenging program! • Instructor Lead and Instructor • 3.5 hour session in-Training certifications • 70 ft. climb • 18 years and older • Experienced instructors • Pre-requisites for Ice Climbing • Morning & afternoon sessions instructor Course Cost: $35 per Scout • 3 day course with lodging and food $45 out of Council Cost: $35 Dates: January 11, 18, and 25 Date/Time: Friday, Sept. 6 at 7pm to February 1, 8, 15, and 22 Sunday Sept. 8 at 4pm March 1, 8, 15, and 22 Location: Camp Alexander Location: Camp Alexander 9 Boy Scout Programs For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Freeze o ree High Plains Training Day Den Chief & Chaplain Aid 28 Feb - 2 march Cost: $5 Date: Nov. 2, 2013 @ 7:30am Featured Programs: Location: Calhan LDS Bdlg • The activities for this event are still PROGRAMS being planned but it promises to be Trainer’s EDGE a fun and challenging weekend. The Cost: $15 Scouts will have the opportunity to work Time: 8am - 4:30pm closely with Cadets, most of whom are Date: March 15, 2014 Eagle Scouts. Location: Council Service Center NYLT (National Youth Cost: $13 per Scout Location: US Air Force Academy Leadership Training) Contact Person: Andrew Decoteau, [email protected] Cost: $250 YOUTH TRAINING Date: June 1 - 7, 2014 Location: Glen Aspen Ranch MERIT BADGE SATURDAYS! Merit badges are a cornerstone of the Scouting program providing scouts exposure to subjects that they may not 2013-2014 MERIT BADGE otherwise get in schools or other organizations. Merit SATURDAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Badge Saturdays were created to provide additional Date Program Badges Offered Sponsor advancement opportunities beyond Troop and Summer Camp experiences. Scouts have an option to earn “hard-to- Sept.7 Fishing Fishing, Fly Fishing, Fishing Angler’s get” merit badges by qualified counselors. and Wildlife Management Covey Cost: $5 per day (may be additional cost for special supplies) Oct. 12 Trades & Auto Maintenance, Welding, Available Class times vary, check event page for start and Time: Health Woodworking, First Aid, finish time Emergency Preparedness Location: Council Activities Center (unless otherwise noted) Nov. 30 Conservation Environmental Science, Soil Available & Water Consvt., Forestry Class Limit: Class limits vary by Merit Badge Counselor Other Info: Online registration opens the Monday after Dec. 14 Business & American Business, Available the most recent Merit Badge Saturday has taken place. Industry Entrepreneurship, Currently we are in need of a Merit Badge Saturday Salesmanship Volunteer Coordinator to help assist with the events. If you More Merit Badge Saturdays to come in 2014! are interested in this position contact Cameron Ackley at 719-219-2907. OTHER MERIT BADGE OPPORTUNITIES! RIFLE MERIT BADGE ARCHERY MERIT HIGH PLAINS Featured Program: BADGE MERIT BADGE CLINIC Teaches the knowledge, skills Featured Program: Featured Program: and attitude to safely use The course offers a thorough A variety of Merit Badges are firearms while developing self introduction to archery and helps being considered and the discipline and marksmanship to increase the understanding & event promises to be very skills in a safe, controlled appreciation of archery. useful. environment. Cost: $10 Date: Nov. 2 Cost: $10 Date: Nov. 1 and 2 Time: 7:30am - 4:30pm Date: Nov. 15 and 16 Location: Council Activities Cost: Free* Location: Council Activities Center Location: LDS Calhan Bldg Center Contact: Richard Evans, Contact: Jeff Horner, Jack Durbin, Contact: [email protected] 719-337-5119 [email protected] * Some badges may have a 10 small cost associated. Eagle Program and Engagement For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

EAGLE SCOUT: THE ULTIMATE GOAL The Eagle Scout Award is the highest advancement rank in Scouting. Less than 5% of boys who start the Scouting program will reach this pinnacle. Last

PROGRAMS year 263 young men earned this rank in our Council. Nationwide in Scouting’s first 100 years, over two million Eagle Scout honors have been awarded.

EAGLE SCOUT AND SILVER AWARD RECOGNITION DINNER The Eagle Scout and Silver Award Recognition Dinner is held annually to recognize the young men who achieve the rank of Eagle and the Venturers who earn the Silver Award. This spring Pikes Peak Council will proudly recognize the Class of 2013-2014 at Cheyenne Mountain Resort. More information will be released in the upcoming months.

RECONNECT - REKINDLE - REENGAGE The Pikes Peak Council is actively reconnecting to local Eagle Scout Alumni. If you are an Eagle Scout or know of an Eagle Scout, please send contact information to Kent Downing, Scout Executive at 719-219-2909 or [email protected] to get them in the communication loop for Scouting events, activities and networking opportunities. The Council offers two connecting and engaging opportunities each year - the Eagle Alumni Reception in the fall and the Eagle Alumni Day at EAGLE SCOUTS Camp Alexander in the summer. They’re ARE MORE LIKELY Go-Getters TO DO THE FALL EAGLE SCOUT ALUMNI GATHERING FOLLOWING: This year our Gathering of Eagles will take place at the Space Foundation’s “Area 51” on Tuesday, According to a Baylor October 8 from 6-8pm. This event is hosted by University Study Pikes Peak Council. To RSVP, call 719-219-2903.

Eagle Event Sponsorship Opportunities Be Goal-Oriented Contact Jeremy Snook, Development Director for Pikes Peak Council at 719-219-2915 or Jeremy. [email protected]. Network with others

Have higher levels of planning and preparation skills

11 Fall/Winter Camporees For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Let’’s Go to high PIONEERING Hawaii! adventure UTE DISTRICT Frontier District ! CAMPOREE! Fall Camporee Jamboree District Featured Programs: Fall Camporee • Event Patch and T-shirt • Real Hawaiian Luau Featured Programs: • Watch Hawaiian Dancers • Event Patch • Make Hawaiian Crafts • High Adventure Activities Featured Programs: • Earn the American Cultures • Climbing wall • Event Patch & Astronomy merit badges • 900 ft. Zip line • Troop and Patrol • Mountain Biking • Play Hawaiian Games Competitions • Disc Golf $25 Per Person • Rope Skills Cost: • Archery and BB Guns $20 each Unit • Earn the Pioneering • Geocashing Date: September 27-29 merit badge • Swimming Pool • Entire weekend of fun! Location: Fort Carson’s • Fishing Pond Camp Falcon Cost: $12 Per Person Cost: $12 Per Person Date: September 27-29 PROGRAMS Contact: Dan Mardis 900 ft. zip line: $10 Location: Turkey Creek 719-238-4436 400 ft. zip line: $6 Clyde Perkins Climbing Wall: $4 Contact: 719-426-1886 Webelos Dens are invited to Date: September 27-29 attend and stay Saturday night for Location: Camp Golden Bell the Luau and Hawaiian dancers! 380 County Road 512 Troops are welcome to attend The cost is $12.50 per Scout and divide, CO 80814 any Camporee and are not is limited to the first 50 Webelos Contact: Glenn Barr limited or required to go to the Scouts to register. **Webelos must 719-244-3502 register with adult leaders. [email protected] one in their district.

Featured Programs: Cost: $10 per person KLONDIKE • Weekend camping $18 per unit • Event competition to test Date: January 17-19, 2014 Derby cold weather camping skills. Location: Lincoln County High Plains • Build a Klondike sled and Fairgrounds District move from station to station Hugo, CO earning points in different Contact: Jeff Horner Winter competitions. 719-337-5119 Camporee 12 Venturing & Sea Scouting For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

VENTURING PROGRAM VENTURING & SEA SCOUTING SEA SCOUTING PROGRAM COMMITTEE Venturing is a youth development Sea Scouting is a co-ed program program of the Boy Scouts of The mission of the Pikes Peak Council Venturing & for young adults ages 14-21 America for young men and and is focused on water-going women who are 14 to 21 years Sea Scouting Committee is to promote and grow Venturing high adventure and US nautical of age OR 13 years of age and traditions. Focus areas for Ships have completed the eighth and Sea Scouting in Pikes Peak Council and to help districts (the parallel to Venturing Crews) grade. Venturing’s purpose is range from Sailing and SCUBA to provide positive experiences help Crews and Ships to be successful and strong. Diving to many other interest areas. to help young people mature While Pikes Peak Council currently and to prepare them to become The Pikes Peak Council does not have any Ships, responsible and caring adults. Venturing and Sea Scouting we have had many over the years Youth in Venturing will experience Committee is comprised of and as recently as 2009. For more a program that is fun and full of volunteers from each district information, visit www.seascout.org challenge and adventure. For the who are active in and interested or contact Brandon Vavra, Pikes first time, the National Jamboree in furthering Venturing and Sea Peak Council Venturing and Sea will include Venturing. Council Scouting in Pikes Peak Council. Scouting Staff Advisor. Venturing Crews will also be going The VSSC works to directly on an adventure trek to Philmont support the young adult leaders in 2014. in the PPC Venturing Officers VENTURING FORUM Association support the planning PROGRAMS The Forum is open to and execution of fun activities Adult Leaders, Venturers for Venturers and Sea Scouts, and Sea Scouts conduct adult leader training and Dates: First Thursday of support the mission and vision each month, except July of Pikes Peak Council, Area 5, Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm and the Western region of the Location: Council Service Boy Scouts of America. Center VENTURING & SEA SCOUT VENTURING OFFICERS PROGRAMS IN YOUR ASSOCIATION DISTRICT The purpose of the Venturing Venturing in Pikes Peak Council is OfficersA ssociation is to promote very active and they plan exciting and support the Venturing and trips year round. To find out more Sea Scouting Programs in Pikes about these exciting adventures Peak Council. There’s a seat and and programs, visit a VOTE at the table waiting for http://www.pikespeakbsa.org/ your Crew to make your voice Scouting/Venturing/ heard in Pikes Peak Council. PPC or contact your District Executive. Venturing Officers Association Adult Advisor is Cindy Longar. Meeting: Last Thursday of the month Time: 6:30pm Location: Council Service Center 13 EXPLORING PROGRAMS caring, andfunenvironment. learn andgrowinasupportive, to a chance have and roles to takeonleadership opportunities the wholeperson. of the development encourage to experience and leadership citizenship, characterdevelopment life skills, on careeropportunities, of activitiescentered a program a career,in andyouthwillengage of knowledge andexperiencein in Exploringwillgainpractical entity. or business by alocalgovernment and aresponsored or engineering, medical, fire/rescue, enforcement, on a single career field, such as law units, or“posts,”focus Exploring ages 14-20. women, men and Exploring isaprogramfor young Y oung adultsinvolved They alsohave For moreinformationoneventsandprograms,pleasecall(719)634-1584 or visitourwebsiteatwww.pikespeakbsa.org.

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PROGRAMS Scout Nights For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Upcoming Scout Nights! FOOTBALL SCOUT DAY! HARLEM BOY SCOUT ZIP LINE DAY USAFA vs Wyoming GLOBETROTTERS at Adventures Out West! Featured Scout Program: Featured Scout Program: Featured Scout Program: • Overnight Camping • Free Globetrotter Patch! • 2 hours of extreme fun on the • Discount tickets • Scout Clinic - Meet and fastest & longest zip lines! • Discount Food Voucher greet with the players • For Boy Scouts only Scout Cost: $10 Scout Tickets Scout Cost: TBD, for questions Scout Cost: $29 + tax (and family), $5 Food Vouchers to about tickets, call Nathan at Date: October 5, 2013 spend at the concession stand. To 719-477-2116. Time: 8:30am - 10:30am purchase tickets, call the AFA ticket Date: March 28, 2014 Location: Adventures Out West, office at 719-472-1895 or order Time: TBD 1305 Manitou Ave. 80829, Manitou online at goairforcefalcons.com and Location: World Arena Springs, CO enter the promo code “SCOUT.” *A percentage of all tickets sold is Contact: Greg Wellens, returned to Pikes Peak Council. 719-578-0935 Date: September 21, 2013 Time: TBD Location: Falcon Stadium

FREE SCOUT DAY at HOCKEY SCOUT NIGHT at Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Colorado College Resource Center Featured Scout Program: Featured Scout Program: • 1 hour demonstration for PROGRAMS VOLLEYBALL • Free entrance and Scouts and family before the game SCOUT DAY! activities for scouts and • Free patch for Scouts in Uniform leaders IN UNIFORM USAFA vs Wyoming Scout Cost: FREE Featured Scout Scout Cost: $8.50 Scout Ticket March 8, 2014 Program: Date: Deadline to purchase tickets is Jan.14 • Free AFA wallet to first Time: 9am - 6pm Date: January 18, 2014 300 kids! Location: 201 S. Fairview St. Time: 7:07pm • Clinic for 1st-5th Woodland Park, CO Location: World Arena graders Contact: Geri Lebold 719-686-1820 X110 Scout Cost: $2 Scout Tickets, $5 adult tickets. For more information, call 719-333-0260. Date: September 28, 2013 Time: 6pm Location: Falcon Court, East Gym

15 Council Events For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Upcoming Scout Nights! SCOUTING FOR FOOD BELL RINGING FOR THE VETERANS DAY PARADE Featured Program: Scouting SALVATION ARMY Featured Program: Every year means doing. The Pikes Peak Featured Program: Do your Pikes Peak Council shows our Council’s Annual Scouting for Food “Good Turn” and volunteer to raise support to our country’s Veterans by Drive will take place during the money for the Salvation Army’s marching in the Veteran’s Day Parade ENTIRE MONTH OF APRIL 2014. annual Kettle Bell Ringing. Scouts in downtown Colorado Springs. If your The Scouting for Food drive supports that participate will receive a patch! unit/Scout is interested in participating, the Care and Share Food Bank for Official Scout Dates: contact Glenn Barr at the email below. Southern Colorado or a unit’s local Dec. 7 and 14 Date: Saturday, Nov. 9 food bank. We encourage units to Time: Various times Time: 10am designate “Community Service” as Location: Tejon Street their theme for the month of April. Location: Various Locations Contact: Glenn Barr, Unit participation in the Food Drive To choose your date, time & [email protected] helps youth learn specific qualities location visit the Salvation PROGRAMS of citizenship through service to Army website or contact: 2013 ANNUAL RELIGIOUS Mary Whatcott, 719-884-1055 others. AWARDS RETREAT Official Drop-Off Date: April 12 2014 DISTRICT DINNER DATES Featured Program: This retreat is District Dinners are held annually open to Scouts of all faiths who want Time: 11am - 2pm to celebrate hardworking and to work on their religious awards. Location: dedicated volunteers. Date: Sept. 28 Pikes Peak Council Service Center High Plains: March 30, Limon, CO Time: 8am - 3pm Contact: Bob Simmons, Ute: Jan. 28, Location TBD Location: St. Francis of Assisi, 719-282-0882 Jamboree: Apr. 10 Sunrise United 2746 5th St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 Methodist Church Curtis O’Connell, Frontier: January 31, Location TBD Contact: 719-590-1104 Order of the Arrow: Ha-Kin-Skay-A-Ki Lodge #387 The Order of the Arrow (OA) was founded in 1915, and it became a part of the BSA in 1948. OA was recognized as Scouting’s National Honor Society in 1998 when it expanded its reach beyond camping to include a greater focus on leadership development, membership extension, adventurous programming, and broader service to Scouting and the community. In the Pikes Peak Council, the OA is known as the Ha-Kin-Skay-A- Ki Lodge, boasting over 700 youth and adult members. We perform service for the Council at Camp Alexander in the spring and fall and Activities September - December 2013 also support the Scouting for Food Campaign in the community. Our Lodge Indian Dance Team, 10/02/13 Brotherhood training class Council Activity Center known as the Bowman Dancers, performs for 10/02/13 Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Council Activity Center Packs and Troops at Blue and Gold Banquets, 10/4-5/13 Lodge Leadership Development Camp Alexander Crossover and Eagle Scout Ceremonies. 10/5-6/13 Vigil Weekend and Banquet Camp Alexander 10/09/13 General Membership Meeting 612 E Yampa St. Brotherhood Training Classes are all held at 10/12/13 Brotherhood Ceremony Glen Aspen Ranch the Scout Office. For more information on 11/09/13 Lodge Banquet TBD reaching brotherhood-level membership, visit 11/13/13 Brotherhood Training Class Council Activity Center hakinskayaki.org. For information about the OA 11/13/13 Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Council Activity Center contact Mike Caruthers, the Lodge Adviser at 11/16/13 Brotherhood Ceremony B-52 Campsite, USAFA 719-591-6505 or [email protected] 12/11/13 Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Council Activity Center or the Lodge Chief at [email protected]. twitter: @oalodge387 facebook.com/oalodge387 16 Shooting Sports For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Shooting Sports in the Pikes Peak Council The Shooting Sports program of the Pikes Peak Council is a safe, fun and effective motivator to attract and retain youth and leaders in all Scouting programs and supports the methods of Scouting. The Shooting Sports Committee supports the program by providing training, overseeing equipment and facilities and establishing requirements and procedures for safe shooting sports activities and events. We value safety, knowledge, skills and positive attitudes.

NRA Instructor Certification* NRA Instructor Certification* is a requirement to become a BSA Merit Badge Counselor, Troop/Crew Instructor, Council or District Event Range Staff. Youth 16 years and older may become Apprentice Instructors, 18 years & older may become Assistant Instructors and 21 years & older may become Certified Instructors / Rifle or Shotgun Merit Badge Counselors. Minimum requirements must be met as well as Training Counselor approval to obtain NRA Instructor Certification. For more information, contact Jack Durbin at 719-232-6079. NRA Precourse Qualification NAA Instructor Certification -T here is a $30 discount 2013 Date: Sept. 7 offered to registered BSA leaders who will be delivering the Shooting 2014 Date: Feb. 1 Sports Program to youth. This class is open to youth 15 and older. For questions regarding the NAA certification, contact Richard Evans NRA Basic Instructor Training at [email protected] 2013 Date: Sept. 11, 18, & 25 NAA Archery Instructor Certification Level 1 2014 Date: Feb. 10, 17, & 24 2013 Date: October 18 - 19 NRA Shotgun Instructor Course 2014 Date: Feb. 7 - 8 TRAINING 2013 Date: Oct. 11 - 12 Cub Scout Range Officer Certification 2014 Date: Apr. 11 - 12 2013 Date: Sept 14 NRA Rifle Instructor Course 2014 Date: April or May 2014 2013 Date: Oct. 25 - 26 MORE INFORMATION 2014 Date: Mar. 28 - 29 For more information on class times, locations, & cost, go to the shooting sports page at www.pikespeakbsa.org/shootingsports NRA Pistol Instructor Course 2013 Date: Nov. 8 - 9 2014 Date: TBD Volunteers Needed!! The safe operation of shooting sports events and the quality of the NRA Range Safety Officer Training experience for our Scouts is dependent on having properly trained 2013 Date: Dec. 6 - 7 and certified instructors and range officers. We offer training for 2014 Date: Mar. 14 - 15 Cub Range Officers in support of the *The three NRA instructor courses (Rifle,S hotgun Cub Scout summer day camps, and and Pistol) require pre-course qualification and NRA (National RifleA ssociation) and also having completed Basic Instructor Training NAA (National Archery Association) (BIT) within 24 months of the instructor course. training for Boy Scout, Venturer, Existing instructors who are “adding on” additional Varsity and Explorer shooting events. disciplines, but who took BIT more than 24 months Check out the upcoming trainings and prior, must contact Jack Durbin because you may events calendar below: need to repeat the NRA Basic Instructor Training Course. http://www.pikespeakbsa.org/ pubs/2013_calendar.pdf

17 What Makes A Trained Leader For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Adult leaders are considered trained and eligible to wear the official “Trained” patch once they have completed the basic training requirements outlined below. BASIC TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULTS TRAINING CUB SCOUT BOY SCOUT / VARSITY SCOUT VENTURING ____ Leader-Specific, ____ Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills*** ____ Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills** by position (online) ____ Leader-Specific, by position ____ Leader-Specific, by position ____ Youth Protection* (online)____ Youth Protection* (online) ____ Venturing Youth Protection* SUPPLEMENTAL AND ADVANCE TRAINING FOR ADULTS CUB SCOUT BOY SCOUT / VARSITY SCOUT VENTURING ____ B.A.L.O.O.* ____ Hazardous Weather* (online) ____ Climb-On Safety (online) ____ Hazardous Weather* (online) ____ Philmont Leadership Challenge ____ Hazardous Weather* (online) ____ Outdoor Leader Skills for ____ ____ Philmont Leadership Webelos Leaders ____ Powder Horn Challenge ____ Philmont Leadership Challenge____ University of Scouting ____ Philmont Training Courses ____ Philmont Training Courses ____ Roundtables ____ Powder Horn ____ University of Scouting ____ Safe Swim Defense* (online) ____ University of Scouting ____ Roundtables ____ Safety Afloat* (online) ____ Venturing Forum ____ Safe Swim Defense* (online) ____ Scout Parents Unit Coordinator ____ Safe Swim Defense* (online) ____ Safety Afloat* (online) ____ The Trainer’s EDGE ____ Safety Afloat* (online) ____ Scout Parents Unit Coordinator ____ ____ Scout Parents Unit ____ The Trainer’s EDGE ____ Fast Start (online) Coordinator ____ Wood Badge ____ This is Scouting (online) ____ The Trainer’s EDGE ____ Fast Start (online) ____ Physical Wellness (online) ____ Trek Safely (online) ____ This is Scouting (online) ____ Climb on Safely (online) ____ This is Scouting (online) ____ Physical Wellness (online) ____ Trek Safely (online) ____ Physical Wellness (online) TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH CUB SCOUT BOY SCOUT / VARSITY SCOUT VENTURING ____ Venturing Youth Protection (online) ____ It Happened to Me ____ A Time to Tell ____ Venturing Forum ____ Den Chief Training (online) ____ Crew Officer Orientation (online) ____ Intro to Leadership Skills for Troops * Required for Tour ____ Intro to Leadership Skills for Crews ____ Mentoring Tomorrow’s Plan Review ____ The Trainer’s EDGE ** Crews with outdoor Leaders (online) ____ National Youth Leadership Training programs only ____ National Youth Leadership Training *** Not required for ____ National Advanced Youth ____ National Advanced Youth committee positions Leadership Experience (NAYLE) Online E-Learning at Leadership Experience ____ Kodiak Challenge www.myscouting.org ____ The Trainer’s EDGE ____ Powder Horn ____ Powder Horn

18 Training Course Descriptions For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584

TRAINING or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Scout Leader Specific Training ON-GOING Orientation B.A.L.O.O. A one- Content is based on the day training for leaders and parents leader’s position & is offered by the MONTHLY on the skills needed to plan and run District or Council as group training. Pack outdoor activities, particularly TRAINING camping. Required for any adult who The Trainer’s EDGE The required train-the-trainer course District Roundtables is in charge of planning a camp out. for Wood Badge and NYLT staffs, A forum for leaders and parents College of Commissioner Science it is meant to supplement Wood in the Cub/Boy Scout program Receive your Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Badge and NYLT training with a to discuss topics of interest, Doctorate of Commissioner Science. focus on the participant while raising both formally and informally, Prereq’s must be taken prior to this course. the level of skill a trainer brings to learn about upcoming district the staff experience. Council Training Day and council events and The second annual Pikes Peak Council University of Scouting programs and to meet and Training Day is a great resource for both As a supplemental training exchange ideas with other the new and old Scouts. The training day opportunity for all adult Scout leaders from the district. Open covers a variety of required BSA trainings. leaders, it is the only time during the year where you can find, all in one to all adults involved with the Fast Start All new leaders should place, the widest variety of training Scouting program. Registered take this immediately after registering and opportunities in all program areas. troop leaders are especially before meeting with youth. Specific for Cub Whether you are new to the program encouraged to attend. Scout Leader, Boy Scout Leader, Varsity or a veteran of many years, the High Plains District: Scout Leader or Venturing Crew Leader. All University provides great courses. courses are available online. Roundtable Information: First Aid / CPR / AED Venturing & Sea Scout Leader Monthly District Meeting Program designed to help participants Specific Training • 1st Thursday of every month recognize and respond appropriately to The course will provide an • 7pm cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. introduction to the responsibilities, • Falcon LDS Building, 13210 opportunities, and resources that Bandanero Emergency Medical Response will ensure a successful Venturing To provide participants the knowledge crew or Sea Scout Ship leadership Jamboree District: and skills necessary to work as an experience. Roundtable Information: emergency medical responder (EMR) to Monthly District Meeting help sustain life, reduce pain and minimize Wilderness First Aid • 2nd Thursday of every month the consequences of injury or sudden To provide individuals a foundation • 7pm illness until more advanced medical of first aid principles and skills to • Sunrise United Methodist be able to respond to emergencies personnel take over. Ages 14+. church, 2655 Briargate Blvd. and give care in areas that do not Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills have immediate emergency medical Leader Specific Training is divided into four Frontier District: services (EMS) response. This in- Roundtable Information: parts. This course is part 4 which covers cludes wilderness and remote envi- Monthly District Meeting the skills required for the Tenderfoot, ronments, including urban disasters, Second Class &First Class ranks. Because • 1st Thursday of every month such as earthquakes and hurricanes. emphasis is placed on a leader’s previous • 7pm knowledge of the skill rather than course Woodbadge The course • Meadowlands LDS Building attendance, a new leader can complete aims to help adult leaders deliver the 4955 Meadowlands Blvd. this course at an accelerated pace. highest quality Scouting program to young people and help them achieve Ute District: Outdoor Skills for Webelos Leaders Roundtable Information: As the “how to” in planning and conducting their highest potential. It models Monthly District Meeting successful Webelos Den overnight camp the best techniques for developing outs and other Webelos outdoor activities, leadership and teamwork among • 1st Thursday of every month this is a “hands-on” training in camping both young people and adults. • 7pm and outdoor skills for Webelos Dens. This Youth Protection • St. Paul’s Catholic Church 9 El Pomar Rd. training is strongly encouraged to take Required for all registered Scouters. Webelos camping. 19 Adult Training Courses For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

ADULT TRAINING (Some Training For Ages 14+) To register for training classes, visit www.pikespeakbsa.org. Scout Leader Specific Training High Plains District Training Day Adult & Child CPR / AED Date/Time: Sept. 14 / 8:30am - 4:30pm Date: Nov. 2 Date: Mar 18, Apr 10 or Apr 23 Place: Council Activities Center Time: 7:30am - 4:30pm Time: 5:30pm - 9:30pm Cost: $5 Place: LDS Calhan Building Contact: Dave Kugler Contact: Tina Thorn, 719-648-9884 Cost: $5 [email protected] Introduction to Outdoor Leader Contact: Doug Meikle, 719-650-5465 Woodbadge 2014 Skills (IOLS) Scout Leader Specific Training Date: April 11-13 & May 9-11 Date: Sept. 20-22 Date: Dec. 7 Time: Starting Friday at 7:30am, Time: Fri. 6pm ending Sun. at 2pm Time: 8am - 5pm ending Saturday at 4pm Place: Glen Aspen Ranch Place: Council Activities Center Place: Camp Alexander Cost: $25 Cost: $5 Cost: $240 Contact: Dave Krzemien, 719-330-0761 Contact: Daniel Brock, 719-510-8388 Contact: R. Trentman, 719-640-9586 Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Emergency Medical Response Wildernes & Remote First Aid Date: Jan. 10-12, Jan. 24-26, Feb. 7-9 Leaders (OLSWL) (prerequisite age 14+ and CPR/AED) Date: Sept. 20-21 (56 hours of training required) Date: April 25-27 (16 hours of Time: Fri. 6pm, ending Sat. at 8:30pm Contact: Dave Kugler, training + 4 hours of outdoor Place: Glen Aspen Ranch [email protected] scenarios) Cost: $25 Scout Leader Specific Training Contact: Dave Kugler Contact: Dave Krzemien, 719-330-0761 Date: Jan. 11 [email protected] Time: 8am - 5pm Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Place: Council Activities Center BECOMING A MERIT Orientation (BALOO) Cost: $5 Date/Time: Sept. 21 / 8am-5pm Contact: D. Krzemien, 719-330-0761 BADGE COUNSELOR Place: Glen Aspen Ranch There is no charge to be a Merit Cost: $8 University of Scouting Badge Counselor. An individual Contact: Dave Krzemien, 719-330-0761 Date: Feb. 1 / Time: TBD may be a counselor for any Place: Council Activities Center number of Merit Badges so long College of Commissioner Science Cost: $5 as he or she is qualified for each Date: October 5 Contact: Doug Meikle, 719-650-5465 Time: 7:30am - 4:30pm Training Requirements Place: Council Activities Center Trainer’s EDGE All adults who want to assist Cost: $20 Date: March 8 in teaching our youth as Merit Contact: Rich Trentman, 719-640-9586 Time: 8am - 5pm Badge Counselors must submit Place: Council Activities Center a complete “Merit Badge Council Training Day Cost: $15 Counselor Information” and “Adult Date: October 12 Contact: Doug Meikle, 719-650-5465 Application” forms as well as take Time: TBD Youth Protection Training. Place: Colorado Technical University First Aid, Adult&Child CPR / AED Cost: TBD Date: March 8 or April 5 Contact: Doug Meikle, 719-650-5465 Time: 8am - 3:30pm Contact: D.Kugler, [email protected] Venturing and Sea Scout Leader Specific Training (VSSLST) Scout Leader Specific Training Date: October 19 Date: March 15 Place: Council Service Center Time: 8am - 5pm Time: 7:30am-2:30pm Place: Council Activities Center TRAINING Cost: $5 Cost: $5 Contact: Jeff Duncan, Contact: Doug Meikle, 719-650-5465 [email protected] 20 Friends of Scouting For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. WHAT IS THE TRUE COST OF SCOUTING FRIENDS OF SCOUTING? IS JUST LIKE AN It costs the Council $2.4 million to provide all of our Scouting programs to your sons and daughters. Friends of Scouting is the means ICEBERG! by which the Council raises funds to cover What you see above water is only the tip. these costs and comes from each family’s contribution to support the programs. • Meeting Costs

FUNDING Where Do My Payments Go? • Boy’s Life • Registration fee of $15 goes • Uniforms Reverent Loyal Clean to the National office. • Activity Fees • Pack/Troop/Crew dues • Registration Brave Helpful pay for local Council expenses. • Camp Fees Obedient Kind Courteous • Pay for participation/Activities fees • Equipment Friendly • Books Cheerful How is the Friends of Scouting Trustworthy amount determined? Thrifty The Council budget is divided by the number $0 of Scout participants. The Council needs $175 per Scout, per year to provide the What Friends of Scouting covers... necessary resources to support Council Camp Maintenance: Charter Fees programs. Camp Alexander and What happens if I don’t contribute? $50 Glen Aspen Registration, Advancement, Funding that would otherwise be dedicated Camp/Program to camp infrastructure projects, new Records, etc. Equipment activities for Scouts and support for Council Website, disadvantaged youth would be diverted to Recognitions/Awards Newsletters, cover operational expenses. Publications $100 for Youth and Leaders How do I donate? Insurance & Liability Hibbard Scout Shop Donate by check, credit card (monthly Coverage for Adults at $14.60, annual at $175) or visit www. and Youth pikespeakbsa.org and click on “Donate,” Trained Professional found on the blue toolbar. Donations to Staff Friends of Scouting may be eligible for $150 Printing & Postage Corporate Matching Gifts. Check www. pikespeakbsa.org/Donate/matching-gifts for a list of companies. Donations to Friends of Scouting are tax- deductible. Training for > 4500 Volunteers $175 The majority of costs of Scouting programs, like running our camps, record keeping, materials, training programs, support staff and insurance are hidden KEEP SCOUTING AFLOAT! beneath the surface, just like an iceberg. The part that isn’t visible is what keeps the rest afloat. HELP KEEP SCOUTING AFLOAT! 21 Popcorn Fundraiser For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. POPCORN! The annual Trail’s End Popcorn sale is bringing some exciting changes in 2013 including new products, a new Scout Sales Training Kickoff, and a great prize program. Our new products include the following: • Dark & White Chocolatey Drizzle – Sweet & salty kettle corn with a decadent dark & white chocolatey drizzle. • Sour Cream & Onion – A perfect blend of creamy onion and crispy popcorn. POPCORN KEY DATES: • Buffalo Cheddar Popcorn – Spicy buffalo Show and Sell Popcorn Orders Due: Sept. 3 (online) flavors unite with our traditional cheddar cheese Door to Door Sales Begin: Sept. 6 popcorn to ignite your taste buds. Show and Sell Product Distribution: Sept. 14 • Bacon Ranch – Crunchy popcorn bathed in Popcorn and Prize orders due to Council: Oct. 7 savory ranch flavor with a kick of bacon. Popcorn Distribution: Nov. 9 All money due to Council office: Nov. 26 SCOUT SALES TRAINING AND KICKOFF NEW in 2013 – This year we are going to have a sales training just for Scouts. When: September 7, 10 am Where: Picture Show at Citadel Crossing, 901 North Academy Boulevard. What: 40 minutes of training for Scouts on best practices of how to become a top seller followed by a free movie and snacks! Please RSVP at www.pikespeakbsa.org/popcorn Camp Card Fundraiser FUNDING

CAMP CARDS ARE BACK IN 2014! CAMP CARD SALE - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW! The 2nd annual Pikes Peak Council Camp Card sale is the Council’s Spring Fundraiser and will kick-off in early March. The sale is simple: Sell the Cards for $5, get a 50% commission on each card sold. Plus, return any unsold, undamaged cards at the end of the sale with NO penalty! Show and Sell’s worked best in 2013 so we encourage units to get organized and set up a Camp Card Show and Sell in their neighborhood.

same day medium popcorn FREE adult tickets and receive a Buy any two (2) regularly priced Buy one adult or child buffet & Make Your Summer Dreams A Reality 2 drinks get one of equal or lesser value FREE. FREE Buy one with Camp Cards Western Bacon Cheeseburger Coupon limited to one use per customer. Buy a Single Patty Cheeseburger get one BUY ONE or XL Coney get one of equal or lesser value Cashier must collect coupon at time of redemp- Medium Popcorn PIKESPEAKBSA.ORG HOW MANY CARDS? FREE GET ONE ½ OFF tion. Not valid on prior purchases. Must be PIKES PEAK COUNCIL One use per family, per day, per check. Valid at all Colorado Springs, Falcon Cannot be combined with other o ers. any plate or burrito redeemed at concession stand. Not redeemable Valid at participating locations only. and Fountain Locations. No sharing of cards. at www.gohollywood.com. ONE TIME USE ONLY. Cub Scout Resident Camp...... 30 Redeemable at the Colorado Springs location only. Coupon cannot be used in conjunction Sleeping Bag...... 22 with any other o er. Expires 12/31/13. Buy one get one ½ off All In-Store and any small, medium or 10% OFF FREE large ice cream or gelato ON CAMPING PURCHASES Route Services Steakburger Venture Extreme Tent ...... 100 (Not valid on pints or quarts). OF $50 OR MORE One coupon per party per visit. with purchase Cannot be combined with other of a combo Boy Scout Uniform...... 36 discounts, including loyalty cards. Cub Scout Uniform...... 36 Super Scouting Experience...... Priceless *THE CARDS ABOVE ARE FROM 2013, VENDORS MAY CHANGE IN 2014 22 Financing Scouting For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. WAYS TO GIVE Scouting’s founder, Lord Baden-Powell, lived by this motto: “We only have a short time to live, so we must do things that are worthwhile, and do them now.” This belief clearly influenced his vision of the organization he was to create. It continues to define the true importance ofS couting, the relevance and impact of its programs and the vital role that our great volunteers play in making Scouting what it is today. Few things in life are as special as making a difference in the life of a younger person, unless it’s seeing the difference that same young person can make in the community and in the lives of others. See below for a list of ways to give a charitable gift that benefits you, your family and the Pikes Peak Boy Scout Council. We thank you for your interest in and support of this great organization! What to Give How to Give • Stocks and Bonds • Bequest • Bargain Sale • Land/Real Estate • Charitable Gift Annuity • Give it Twice Trust • Retirement Assets • Charitable Unitrust • Sale and Unitrust • Cash • Charitable Annuity • Life Estate Reserve • Gifts in Kind Trust • Matching Gifts • Personal Property • Insurance For more information on planned giving and estate planning opportunities, please contact the Council’s Development Office at 719-219-2915. LDS Church celebrates 100 years of Scouting

On June 13th, 1913, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and the Boy Scouts of America signed an official charter. To celebrate this historic moment, we have created a special “one-time” patch to commemorate 100 Years of Scouting in the LDS Church. There are a limited number of patches available. Patches can be purchased for $5 each at the Council Service Center. For more information contact the Pikes Peak Council Development Department, Jeremy Snook, at (719) 219 - 2915. FUNDING

23 Financing Scouting Supporting Pikes Peak Council For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org.

Wildfire Relief - Support Scouting families affected by the Black Forest Fire “A Scout is Helpful”. Numerous people in or community and Scouting families were affected by the Black Forest Fire. While we have made the commitment to help our affected Scouts and leaders by replacing uniforms, patches, handbooks, leader manuals, Eagle certificates, advancement items and camping gear, we are also committed to helping fundraise for the Black Forest patch. We have created a special Council Shoulder Strip to raise funds for the relief efforts. Patches can be purchased at the Council Service Center for $6 each. You can also support the Wildfire relief effort by purchasing a Wildfire T from wildfiretees.com. 100% of the proceeds from the t-shirt sales goes to the Colorado wildfire relief efforts across the state.

P I K E S P E A K C O U N C I L FUNDING WILDFIRE RELIEF

LDS Church celebrates One Car 100 years of Scouting One Difference What is One Car, One Difference? One Car One Difference is a vehicle donation program benefiting the local efforts of the Boy Scouts of America. Conducted by Insurance Auto Auctions and its Donation Division, the One Car One Difference team picks up the vehicles you no longer use and sells them to raise money for your local Council. Your participation in this tax exempt program provides a significant boost to the BSA as the organization develops tomorrow’s leaders today. Not every “vehicle” is a car, but every donation helps! --Donor contacts One Car, One • Cars Difference at onecarhelpsscouts.com • Trucks or call 855-BSA-1CAR • Boats Here’s How it Works: --Insurance Auto Actions tows the vehicle • Motorcycles --IAA auctions the vehicle • Snowmobiles --Donor gets sale receipt to file for tax • Personal Watercraft deduction • Heavy Equipment --Boy Scouts receive the proceed. 24 Merit Badge Sponsorship Program For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. MERIT BADGE SPONSORSHIP Scouting Provides Critical Elements for Program Offers New Ways to Healthy Youth Development Support Youth • Developing strong personal values and character The Council has developed a • Learning a positive sense of self-worth and usefulness new Merit Badge Sponsorship • Creating nurturing relationships with parents, other Program with the dual benefits of adults and peers. providing additional merit badge and • Facilitating a desire to learn advancement opportunities for Scouts • Providing a productive/creative use of time and also providing financial resources to support Scouting programs in the Benefits to Your Business Pikes Peak Council. Independent The Merit Badge Sponsorship Program offers professionals, small businesses and the following marketing benefits for you or your large corporations are all welcome and company: encouraged to become Merit Badge • Council Annual Report (12,000 distributions) annual Sponsors. report • Resource Guide (12,000 distributions 2x a year) Benefits to Youth • Council E-Newsletter (7,000 distributions monthly) 2012 The Pikes Peak Council Sponsorship • Council website (3,000+ visits monthly) Program provides a financial • Social Media foundation for young people to build character, learn responsibilities of Additional Merit Badge Sponsorship 3/14/2013 11:20:12 AM participating citizenship and develop Benefits: personal fitness. For over a century, • Copy of related merit badge pamphlet 2013 Annual report Version Green Light.indd 1 the Boy Scouts of America has helped • Sponsorship of one merit badge for one year build future leaders by combining • Recognition at Council’s Merit Badge Programs educational activities and lifelong • Opportunity to host a merit badge clinic for Scouts values with fun. The Boy Scouts of • Participation at Special Events America believes — and, through over • Option to send a personalized correspondence to 100 years of experience, knows — recognize youth earning sponsored merit badge that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible and Supporting Scouting with a Merit Badge Sponsorship will help teach young productive society. When youth are people ethics, character and the value of hard work, enabling them to become involved in Scouting, they do not have leaders of tomorrow. Becoming a sponsor of Scouting allows numerous as much idle time to explore drugs, opportunities for positive exposure to thousands of members of our community alcohol or find themselves in as many throughout the year. The Boy Scouts of America has maintained a consistent peer-pressure activities. vision and purpose for over one hundred years, teaching young people the importance of citizenship, personal fitness and high moral character. With your investment, our young people will “Be Prepared” for life.

THANK YOU! With your funding, the Pikes Peak Council will ensure that the youth involved will register with the Boy Scouts of America, have the opportunities to attend summer camp, own their own FUNDING books and uniforms and enjoy the same activities as youth involved in mature, self-funded units. Your funding will also help us to create more Scout units, and to develop the units into self-sustaining, successful programs.

25 Merit Badge Sponsorship Program For more information on events and programs, please call (719) 634-1584 or visit our website at www.pikespeakbsa.org. MERIT BADGE LISTING The following is a list of all the 125 Merit Badges, arranged into 14 fields of activity (categories). Red badges are required to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Agribusiness-Animal Science, Farm Natural Science-Archaeology, Astronomy, Professions-Architecture, Dentistry, Mechanics, Plant Science Bird Study, Geology, Insect Study, Mammal Engineering, Inventing, Landscape • Developing strong personal values and character Study, Nature, Oceanography, Reptile and Architecture, Law, Medicine, Robotics, Arts and Crafts-Art, Basketry, Bugling, • Learning a positive sense of self-worth and usefulness Surveying, Veterinary Medicine Leatherwork, Metalwork, Music, Pottery, Amphibian Study, Weather • Creating nurturing relationships with parents, other Sculpture, Theater, Wood Carving Personal Development-American Public Service-Crime Prevention, adults and peers. Cultures, American Heritage, Citizenship In Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Business and Industry-American • Facilitating a desire to learn Fingerprinting, Fire Safety, First Aid, Business, Entrepreneurship, Pulp and The Community, Citizenship In The Nation, • Providing a productive/creative use of time Public Health, Safety Paper, Salesmanship, Textile Citizenship In The World, Communications, Disabilities Awareness, Family Life, Sports-Archery, Athletics, Canoeing, Conservation-Environmental Science, Genealogy, Personal Fitness, Personal Climbing, Cycling, Swimming, or Hiking, Sustainability, Fish and Wildlife Management, Public Speaking, Reading, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Golf, Geocaching, Management, Forestry, Soil and Water Scholarship, Traffic Safety, Wilderness Horsemanship, Motorboating, Kayaking, Conservation Survival Orienteering, Rifle Shooting, Scuba Hobbies-Backpacking, Camping, Physical Science-Chemistry, Computers, Diving, Shotgun Shooting, Skating, Chess, Coin Collecting, Collections, Electricity, Electronics, Energy, Nuclear Small-Boat Sailing, Snow Sports, Cooking, Dog Care, Gardening, Home Science, Space Exploration Sports, Water Sports, Whitewater Repairs, Indian Lore, Model Design Aviation, Railroading, and Building, Pets, Pioneering, Radio, Trades-American Labor, Automotive Transportation- Truck Transportation Rowing, Scouting Heritage, Stamp Maintenance, Composite Materials, Collecting Drafting, Graphic Arts, Painting, Plumbing, Communications-Cinematography, Woodwork, Welding Journalism, Photography

PIKES PEAK COUNCIL SPONSORSHIP COMMITMENT FORM I am proud to support Scouting at the following level: $10,000 Platinum Eagle Sponsorship

$5,000 Gold Eagle Sponsorship Check Enclosed $2,500 Silver Eagle Sponsorship Please Bill Me $1,000 Bronze Eagle Sponsorship FUNDING Please Contact Me $500 Eagle Sponsorship

Contact Name ______Company______

Address ______Please return to: City______State ______Zip ______Sponsorship Program Pikes Peak Council Phone______Fax ______985 West Fillmore St. Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Email ______

The Merit Badge I would like to sponsor is: ______(pending availability) For more information on the Pikes Peak Council Sponsorship Program call 719-219-2915. 26 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors Thank you to our 2013 Corporate and Merit Badge Sponsors! Platinum Sponsors $10,000+ Camping Merit Badge www.mychallengerhomes.com

Salesmanship Merit Badge www.trails-end.com

Home Repairs Merit Badge www.acehardware.com

Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge www.elpomar.org

R.E. Monks Construction www.remonks.com

Woodford Manufacturing www.woodfordmfg.com Gold Sponsors $5,000+ Sports Merit Badge www.maxxsunglasses.com

USAA www.usaa.com

27 Corporate Sponsors Thank you to our 2013 Corporate and Merit Badge Sponsors! Silver Sponsors $2,500+ Bronze Sponsors $1,000+ Family Life Merit Badge Genealogy Merit Badge www.tacobell.com www.actionteamcolorado.com

Personal Mgmt Merit Badge Eagle Sponsors $500+ www.biggskofford.com Theater Merit Badge www.worldarena.com

Geology Merit Badge Fly Fishing Merit Badge www.ccvgoldmining.com www.anglerscovey.com

Climbing Merit Badge Law Merit Badge www.frontrangeclimbing.com www.hollandhart.com Cooking Merit Badge www.kandledining.com

American Business Merit Badge Graphic Arts Merit Badge www.ent.com www.myfavoriteprinter.com Public Health Merit Badge www.thelittleclinic.com Plumbing Merit Badge www.hpeinc.com Scholarship Merit Badge www.clarionhotel.com Personal Fitness Merit Badge Engineering Merit Badge www.advoutwest.com www.parsons.com Whitewater Merit Badge www.raftecho.com

Woodworking Merit Badge Emergency Preparedness County www.pprbd.org Merit Badge Commissioner www.peggylittleton.com Peggy Littleton American Heritage Merit Badge Entrepreneurship Merit Badge www.qualityinn.com www.umb.com Environmental Science Merit Badge www.fuelsaverinc.com Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge www.springspartners.com www.rampartsupply.com www.exelisinc.com 28 NON-PROFIT ORG 2013 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE US POSTAGE Steve Ingham Council President PAID Kurt Kofford Chairman of the Board 985 W Fillmore St. Colo Springs, CO Rich Trentman Council Commissioner Colorado Springs, CO 80907 PERMIT NO. 400 Frank Peloso VP of Administration www.pikespeakbsa.org Brian Botts VP of Programs  719-634-1584 Tony Perry Council Treasurer Brian Bahr VP of Development Bill Robers Legal Counsel Kent Karber VP of Governance Kent Downing Scout Executive/Secretary 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Brown Alan Johnson Mike Caruthers Chuck Lang Tim Cassibry Peggy Littleton Jack Christiansen Brent Mellow Matt Clawson Craig Martin Chuck Coates David Muirhead John Combs Tony Perry Jerry Gross Michael Reyes Brent Hawker Robbin Schellhous Anna Hild Barb Sweat Brian Homme Matthew Tuttle Oscar Valdez

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