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January/February. 2010 Volume 8, Issue 1 Bi-Monthly

High Adventure Friend of 2010

Scholarship Friends of Scouting is the annual fundraising drive conducted by the through- A scholarship fund has been created in out councils nationwide. F.O.S. helps to generate memory of John Seier, Scoutmaster from the dollars needed to fund the Scouting program in Troop 69 of the . local councils. Packs, troops and crews will have a special guest from the local district that will make a John passed away in 2009 from injuries presentation to their Pack Blue & Gold Banquet, or

received in a vehicle accident on the way to a Troop Court of Honor in the first quarter of 2010. Scouting event. John believed in challenging Units are encouraged to contact their local district oneself and found the Boy Scouts High executive or F.O.S. Chair to secure a date, and con- Adventure trips an excellent way to do so. duct a presentation. The local council spends $85 per boy per year to deliver the Scouting program to The Floor Show Furniture and Flooring of all Scouts. Now, more than ever Scouting needs Dubuque will grant two youth scholarships of your help to sustain its character building programs. $250 each to two youth each year for a total of As a private, non-profit organization, your gift to $500, to help offset fees, for the High Scouting is always tax-deductible. Adventure experience.

The council provides liability insurance, and main- Requirements: tains advancement records for troops, and helps Council President ♣ Youth Participants recharter units and process registration. Summer Dave Bigelow ♣ Must be at least 14 by January 1 of the camp and council properties require maintenance

Council year that you plan to attend, or have and upkeep. Travel costs, salaries, and benefits of Commissioner completed the 8th grade and be at least 13 office and professional staff ensure that Scouting Mark Kilgore years of age prior to participation. units are serviced and membership is healthy. A Executive ♣ Youth must be a registered member of the large feature of support is also directed towards Dustin Farris B.S.A. training and office supplies to facilitate all facets of ♣ Youth may be required to meet the training. Summer camp, local day camp, as well as physical restrictions depending on the Webelos and Cub residents’ camp, are all funded in High Adventure camp that you choose to part by Friends of Scouting. attend. Our 2010 F.O.S. campaign will kickoff in January Applications must be returned to the Council throughout the six counties of our council, it was Service Center by March 31, 2010. announced by Bill Zaleski, our board Friends of Applications may be picked up at the Council Scouting Chairman. These dollars go to support the Service Center, at roundtables, or downloaded over 1,000 volunteers who serve as role models and at www.scoutsiowa.com on the “Docs and mentors for our 3,800 youth members. Without Forms Page” these funds, which comprise nearly 20% of the total council budget, Scouting as we know it in the NE Iowa Council would not exist. Call your District Executive or District F.O.S. chair to schedule your date TODAY!! 2010 Scout Executive Minute Centennial From Dustin Farris ([email protected])

Celebrate 100 years of Scouting in the U.S. with 50,000 CELEBRATING 100 YEARS! Scouts. When Tradition Meets Tomorrow: this is the new theme of the Boy Scouts of America. As we enter 2010, we celebrate 100 years of Scouting in the United States. While the National Jamboree, held every four years has been a long tradition since the 1930’s, the upcoming Clearly, we live in exciting times! New technology travels at Jamboree in 2010 is different in almost every aspect – it lightning–fast speeds: advances in industrial technology, bio- is the Centennial Jamboree of Boy Scouting. From July technology, computers, and communications surround us. Affect- 26th to August 4th, about 40,000 - 50,000 Scouts from ing the way we think and live, new technology presents both the whole country, as well as from some foreign coun- challenge and opportunity. Fortunately, Scouting evolves to meet tries, are celebrating 100 years of Scouting at this one- these challenges and opportunities, changing to meet the current time event. needs of this generation. The Jamboree is located on over 3000 acres of Fort A.P. But in the midst of their evolution, Scouting’s time–honored mis- Hill, near Bowling Green, Va., an historic area near sion remains basically unaltered. For 100 years, Scouting has Washington D.C. For ten days, this area will be trans- developed the character, leadership, and family values of our formed into a buzzing city of 18,000 tents and 3,600 youth, assisting parents in training each successive generation of patrol kitchens, while the perfect infrastructure of Fort leaders. That mission remains a unique partnership between A.P., including bus systems, telephone and Internet, first Scouting, parents, and other community organizations—a part- -aid stations and a hospital, police and fire departments, nership that includes you! Thanks to all who have made Scouting post offices, food warehouses, a daily newspaper, and a reality, we’re looking forward to the next hundred years! retail stores provides for a smooth and safe environment.

To learn more and get your son signed up today, go to www.myscouting.org

Timmeu Winter Activity

• 2010 Timmeu Winter Activity, will be held at Scouter Appreciation Dinner Camp Little Cloud on February 26 – 27 • Open to all members of the This year our Scouter Appreciation Dinner will be • Theme is “Winter Olympics.” held at the Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg on • Features outdoor activities, so dress appropriately Saturday, March 13th. We are encouraging every for the weather pack, troop and crew to send a delegation to the • Activities to include capture the flag, sledding, and event as we will be celebrating 100 years of other fun outdoor winter events Scouting as well as some of the great things our Scouters have accomplished in the past year. • An ice rink is available for use, so bring your ice

skates! The event will be $13 per person and include • Cost: Only $7 per person! dinner, dessert, and a special 100th Anniversary • Sign up with payment at the Council Service Cen‐ memento and all the fun that comes with our ter no later than Friday, February 19. Scouter Appreciation Dinner! Social hour begins • Check in will run from 6 – 7p.m. on Friday, the at 5:30 with the dinner at 6:30 p.m. We hope to th 26 , and the event will wrap up at approx. 2 p.m., see plenty of people in Guttenberg! on Saturday, the 27th Memorial/Tribute Fund

Words too often do not express the sentiment we feel at the death of a friend. No finer tribute can be paid than to encourage some boy to live the life of a Scout, and thus perpetuate the high principles you admire in your friend. A contribution to the Boy Scout Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund is the perfect tribute. NEW EAGLE Your gift to the Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund of SCOUTS the Northeast Iowa Council, Boy Scouts of America is: . . . A gift that will live on forever for the future of Brandon Maxwell, Troop 11 Scouting in the Northeast Iowa Council permanent endowment fund Brett Hense, Troop 14 . . . A Tribute to the one whom you wish to honor Brandon Cannon, Troop 69 . . . Promptly acknowledged with a tribute certificate . . . A convenient way of expressing your feelings Matthew Herman, Troop 91 . . . A tax deductible contribution and a private Dakota Smith, Troop 40 expression

Adam Sperfslage, Troop 28 Remembrance can have no finer expression than through a living gift to the Boy Scout Permanent Jay Cabalka, Troop 34 Endowment Tribute Fund. The Permanent Endowment Austin Freiburger, Troop 34 Tribute Fund crosses all lines of religion and wealth. It warms the hearts of all involved.

Mail your gift to: Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund Northeast Iowa Council, BSA P.O. Box 732 Dubuque, IA 52004-0732

Help us recognize the

2009 Eagle Scouts In Memory of

Sunday, February 28th at Dubuque Golf & Country Mert Miller Club, 47 Eagle Scouts from the class of 2009 will be Keith Cook & Sharon Kress recognized at the 26th annual Eagle Brunch. Eagles Al Chidley and their parents will be sponsored by individuals Bob Metelak and organizations throughout the community. The Wally & Barbara Brown cost for sponsoring an Eagle is $125, which covers Neil & Jane Sherman the cost of meals and the expenses related to appro- priately recognize our Eagle Scouts. In recognition of your sponsorship, you will be presented a limited edition Eagle memento at the brunch. If you would In Memory of like to sponsor an Eagle Scout, contact Colin Earl at Raymond J. Noonan, Sr. 563-556-4343 or [email protected]. Family of Ray Noonan, Sr.

Scouting's 100th Year

ENT EV Birthday Party REE F Sunday, February 7th Loras College Field House

Date: 2/7/2010 Time: 1-3 p.m. Loras College Field House 1450 Alta Vista St. Dubuque, IA 52001

Come out and celebrate Boy Scouting’s 100th anniversary. There will be fun-filled activities to partake in for all. All Scouts and families are welcome. This is a once in a lifetime event to celebrate 100 years of Scouting. Will have cake and soft drinks for all attendees.

Activities Other Notes • Knot Tying • Please have an assigned person from each pack and troop drop off • Leather Craft their units flag and flag stand at 1:00 p.m. for the parade of flags • Bean Bag Toss • Units may bring their own table to • Boy Scout Uniform Exhibit display Scouting memorabilia

• Parade of Flags & More...

More Information: Boy Scouts of America (563) 556-4343 [email protected] NEW HOME FOR THE SCUBA DIVING 2013 JAMBOREE MERIT BADGE

Construction work is set to start next Spring on the new

National Scouting Center that will be built in Fayette The Boy Scouts of America is pleased to announce Country, West Virginia, between Glen Jean, Prince & Mount the release of the Scuba Diving merit badge. The Hope. official earn date of this merit badge is December

1, 2009. When it’s finished in 2013 the 10,600 acre site will become the fourth high adventure base for the Boy Scouts of America The first new merit badge in over three years, and the permanent home of the National Scout Jamboree. Scuba Diving reflects the new direction of BSA to The camp will be called “The Summit”. develop merit badges based on youth/Scout input

to assure relevance and excitement around the The West Virginia site, in the New River Gorge Area, was merit badge offering. This merit badge, developed chosen from 80 proposals in 28 states during a more than 18 in association with PADI (Professional month long process. The location borders more than 70,000 Association of Diving Instructors), leverages our acres of National Park Service property, meaning Boy Scouts spirit of outdoor adventure and expands our will have more trails to hike, more rocks to climb and more aquatics offering. More than 84 percent of Scouts whitewater to paddle. surveyed were interested in the merit badge and

recommended that BSA adopt it. The three existing high adventure bases for the Boy Scouts are located in New Mexico, Minnesota and Florida. Together, they draw 50,000 young people every year with Key facts you need to know about the merit badge some 20,000 others on a wait list. are as follows: • Completing the Scuba Diving merit badge The development of the site is possible because of a $50 will result in the boy achieving an open water million gift from the S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation. It is the certification enabling him to dive around the largest gift ever in the history of the Boy Scouts. world with the appropriate supervision, based on his age. • There are two important roles for this merit WATCH FOR NEW badge - the merit badge counselor and a MERIT BADGES certified dive instructor. ◊ Sometimes this may be the same person. COMING IN 2010 ◊ More likely, the counselor will be an existing BSA adult member. ◊ Always the instructor will be one certified by one of a number of instructional agencies. Scuba Diving is the first new Boy Scout merit badge in ◊ The instructor does NOT have to be a BSA three years. It became available in December. member. • Earning the Scuba Diving merit badge is Four other new merit badges will appear over the course open to all Boy Scout-age youth. There are, of the coming year: however, limitations based on age with respect to how deep and with whom a boy can dive. These Inventing Merit Badge—first quarter 2010 limitations vary by certifying organization. • Completion of the Swimming merit badge is Geocaching Merit Badge—second quarter 2010 a requirement of the merit badge and must be completed prior to entering into scuba training Scouting Heritage Merit Badge—second quarter 2010 portion of the requirements.

Robotics—fourth quarter 2010 • Boys with a current open water certification will NOT have to recertify in order to earn the If five new merit badges seems like a lot, it is. By merit badge. They will, however, have to have comparison, the BSA introduced just six new merit badges completed the Swimming merit badge, present between 1992 (collections) and 2006 (Composite their certification to the merit badge counselor Materials). and complete all the other requirements.

Would You Like to The Dubuque & Dellaykee Districts of the Northeast Iowa Council Host: Do RAGBRAI?

Troop 53 of Garnavillo is planning to do RAGBRAI, Des “University of Scouting” Moines Register’s annual great bicycle ride across Iowa. Heading into its 38th year, RAGBRAI is the oldest, largest Saturday, April 24, 2010 at and longest bicycle touring event in the world. The ride takes place July 25-31, 2010. The route will be announced Northeast Iowa Community College January 30th and the registration deadline is April 1 (or Feb. (NICC) Peosta Campus 15 is if you are completing a manual/paper application). If there are any Boy Scouts from the Northeast Iowa Council Just what is the “University of Scouting” you may ask? wanting to bicycle with the Garnavillo Troop, please call the Simply stated, it is the finest one-day supplemental Council Service Center or Walter Moellering at 563-964- training offered in the BSA – guaranteed to give you 2792. the confidence and skills necessary for an exciting pro- gram. This training offers a variety of courses designed The event is seven days of riding with an average of 68 to give you additional information to help in all areas miles per day through the Iowa countryside. A week-long and programs of the Boy Scouts of America. The Uni- rider fee is $140. RAGBRAI is limited to 8,500 week-long versity of Scouting offers volunteer Scout leaders an riders. opportunity to expand their knowledge and understand- ing of the Scouting Program. It offers the ability to share knowledge, gain new skills, and learn about re- sources available to meet the challenge of working with today’s youth. FOR CUB SCOUTS The University of Scouting is designed for ALL adult leaders in the Boy Scouts of America regardless of Video Games is one of the 13 new belt loops and pins in function or program area. Learn from these sessions the Academics and Sports program. It’s been more and add quality to your Pack, Troop, or Crew program - than 10 years since the program expanded, so volunteers and guaranteed! Cub Scouts from around the country have been waiting for this change. Watch the Northeast Iowa Council web site and future issues of the Nor’Easter for more information regarding The Council Trading Post will begin selling a new edition of registration and a listing of courses that will be avail- the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program Guide, which able. will include these additions ($7.49 each).

Academics Subjects: Sports: 2009 POPCORN

♣ Disabilities Awareness ♣ Hiking GRAND PRIZE WINNERS ♣ Family Travel ♣ Hockey ♣ Good Manners ♣ Horseback Riding $1,800 DRAWING ♣ Nutrition ♣ Kickball Ryan Strauss—Troop 7 ♣ Pet Care ♣ Skateboarding Casey Noethe—Pack 60 ♣ Photography ♣ Reading & Writing $1,200 DRAWING ♣ Video Games Michael Feldmann—Pack 30 Garrett Schmidt—Pack 91

$500 DRAWING Carter Schmidt—Pack 50 Call the Council Trading Post Jonathan Savolt—Pack 37 (563-556-4343 or 1-800-866- Maxwell Swartz—Pack 64 2721) for an updated copy of Blaize Batterton—Pack 39 this new Academic and Sports Training Opportunities

Boy Scout Leaders: Scoutmaster Specifics is a required training for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. 2010 Rank Requirement WHEN: Saturday, January 23rd Changes (9 am to approximately 4 pm) WHERE: St. Joseph Church—Key West The centennial edition of the 10204 Key West Dr., Dubuque has been on the shelves for several months, and with COST: Free! (new this year) * the new handbook come several rank requirement changes that will be in effect as of January 1, 2010. TO SIGN UP: Contact the Council Service Center (563) 556‐4343 Tenderfoot

*Each adult will be responsible for purchasing their lunch, • A Scout must teach another person how to tie a when given a lunch break.* square knot using the EDGE model (explain, demonstrate, guide, and enable). He must also be REQUIRED Online Training: able to discuss four specific examples of how he lived the points of the in his daily life. Log on to www.myscouting.org for online

training, online tour permits, and more! Ensure Second Class you enter your membership ID number into • A Scout must discuss the principles of Leave No your profile so your training updates automati‐ Trace and explain the factors to consider when cally. choosing a patrol site and where to pitch a tent. • He must explain what respect is due the flag of Required Training Available Online: the United States. • He must again discuss four examples of how he • Youth Protection Training (every two years) lived four different points of the Scout Law in his • This is Scouting (replaced New Leader Es‐ daily life. sentials) • He must earn an amount of money agreed upon • Weather Hazards (required for at least one by the Scout and his parents and save at least 50 percent of it. adult on every outing) • Fast Start Training (position‐specific) First Class • An additional requirement to the 10 separate troop/patrol activities states he must demonstrate the principles of Leave No Trace on these outings. !!!!Attention!!!! • He must discuss four more examples of how he Philmont 2010 lived the remaining four points of the Scout Law in his daily life.

We have two youth slots available for the Life • A Scout must use the EDGE model to teach a 2010 Philmont Contingent! younger Scout a specified skill.

This will be an amazing trip, but you have to act fast if you want a slot. The expedition will run from July 31 to August Star, Life, and Eagle 14, 2010.

Troop Webmaster and Leave No Trace trainer The fee for the Philmont Trip is $1,150. are two new leadership positions.

Any questions regarding Philmont, contact Bari Gordon, Philmont Staff Advisor, at the Council Service Center (556-4343 or 1-800-866-2721). CAMP HIGHLIGHTS Camp Director: Justin Wilson

2010 Camp Fees for SUMMER CAMP LEADERS Boy Scouts PRE‐CAMP MEETING

Going to Camp Klaus this summer? Make sure to have $180 if paid by April 30, 2010 your Summer Camp Scoutmaster attend the Leader’s $210 after April 30, 2010 Pre‐Camp Meeting. Here are the details:

Leaders Fee: $90 (no late fee) • Time & Date: Saturday, May 1st, 10:00 am • Location: Spring Camporall (location of camporall Summer Camp Staff to be determined) • What to Bring: Your leader’s guide, pen, paper, Applications Due and questions! • Why Attend: Things change, and we want to • Will you be at least 15 by June 12, 2010? keep you informed! We’ll be filling you in on all • Do you love summer camp? the updates for this year’s program, and answer • Ever thought about applying to be on staff? any questions you might have prior to arriving at • Applications due by Mon, February 15 camp. • Questions? Contact Justin Wilson at 563‐556‐ 4343 or [email protected]

SIGN UP FOR 2010 SUMMER CAMP

WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 JUNE 20-26 JUNE 27-JULY 3 JULY 11-17 JULY 18-24

Campsite Balanced Rock (24) Troop 25 Troop 69 Troop 29

Bloody Ridge (26) Troop 11 Troop 51 Troop 22

Maple Grove (24) Troop 34 Troop 50 (OC) Troop 32 (OC) Troop 39 Owl Hoot (30) Troop 88 Troop 62 Troop 40 Twin Craters (40) Troop 60 Troop 71 (OC) Troop 155 (OC) Troop 91 Deer Run (30) Troop 7 Troop 70 Troop 14 Troop 64 Trails End (58) Troop 48 Troop 94 ( ) Number of campers each campsite will hold Troop 33 (OC) In 2010 we want every Cub Scout to have the op‐ portunity to attend summer camp. At camp they get to enjoy campfires, BB guns, archery, aquatics, enjoy a great program put on by our world‐class staff, and more. This is the reason they joined Cub Scouts—don’t miss out on it! I can assure you that you won’t regret it!

• This three‐day, two‐night adventure is for Webelos • $70 per Cub Scout (by Apr 20th) only! (boys going into 4th or 5th grades) • $35 per Adult Leader • Boys will work on Webelos Activity Pins in an open • Each pack needs 1 adult to every program schedule—they choose what they want to do! 5 boys attending

• This two‐day adventure includes an overnight experi‐ • $55 per Cub Scout and adult part‐ ence for boys going into 1st through 5th grade ner (by Apr 20th) • Boys will enjoy all that Camp Klaus has to offer: swim‐ • Each Scout must attend with an ming, shooting BB guns, archery, crafts, campfires, etc. adult partner (brothers can share)

• This adventure features a variety of science themes • Information regarding price and and is for boys going into 1st through 5th grade hours of operation to be released • Day camp is offered for three consecutive days—you to Unit Coordinators in February decide how many you want to attend (no overnights) ! NEW

• This three‐day, two‐night adventure is Scouts going • $70 per Cub Scout (by Apr 20th) into 2nd through 5th grade (designed primarily for • $35 per Adult Leader boys going into 2nd and 3rd grade) • Each pack needs 1 adult to every • The schedule will include structured time for program 3 boys attending, and each child areas, as well as free time to do as you please— must be responsible to one, whether it’s fishing, swimming, shooting more BB specific adult guns, etc. DUBUQUE DISTRICT District Chairman—Dave Fangman (563) 556‐0383 District Commissioner—Connie Lambropoulos (563) 556‐2385 District Executive—Justin Wilson (563) 556‐4343; [email protected] DISTRICT CALENDAR From the Desk of the District January Executive… 16...... BALOO Training 17...... Archbishop’s Mass at Cathedral 23...... Scoutmaster Specifics Training 23...... Cub Bowling (council calendar is wrong) 25...... District Committee Mtg 27...... Commissioner Mtg February 4 ...... Roundtable & FOS Kickoff Keeping the OUTING in Cub Scouting*** 7 ...... Scout Sunday Why do most kids join Scouts? Probably because I tell 7 ...... 100th Anniversary Celebration them that through Scouts they can go camping, go fishing, 15...... Council Service Center Closed go hiking, play with bugs, have campfires, shoot archery, etc… Some leaders might find it a little unfair that I promise 21...... NYLT Orientation so many exciting things, but activities like these should be 22...... Council‐Wide Ski Night things that Scouts can expect to do on a regular basis—it’s 22...... District Committee Mtg what makes the program so fun! 24...... Commissioner Mtg Of course, there are limitations. Units aren’t allowed to 28...... Eagle Brunch do archery or BB guns unless it’s at a council‐sponsored March event. However, there are at least five different camps or activities that we offer throughout the year with archery 4 ...... Roundtable and/or BB guns. Some of these events cost as little as five 13...... Scouter Appreciation Dinner dollars! But what about the rest of the year? 13‐18 ...... Distribute SFF Door Hangers There are so many exciting things to do outside, all year 20...... Scouting for Food round, and there’s very little holding you back. Cub Scout 22...... District Committee Mtg packs could have a pool party, go on a bike trip, go hiking at 24...... Commissioner Mtg Backbone, go camping at Camp Burton or Klaus, explore the Mines of Spain, go sledding, or go ice fishing. Did you know that you can go camping at Camp Burton or Camp Klaus without even having to worry about setting up a tent? Just rent out one of our buildings! These activities take a little extra time above and beyond your normal meetings, but it’s well worth it. It can be difficult to try to imagine things from a seven‐ year‐old’s perspective, but try to for a moment. Your outings don’t have to be anything fancy. The Scouts will love doing little things outside. They love miniature adventures, even something simple like going on a day hike. Webelos leaders—pay attention! By the time our Scouts reach fourth grade, they often start getting bored of the Scouting program. This isn’t surprising—they’ve been doing ***Disclaimer for “From the Desk of…” article: Cub Scouts are it for over three years! This is why the Webelos program is not allowed to go camping as a den, only as a pack. Webelos, supposed to be a little different. Spend more time however, may go as a den. At least one adult on each outing outdoors. Give your Scouts a chance to start taking on small must be trained in Youth Protection, Basic Adult Leader Out‐ leadership roles in the den. Link up with a local Boy Scout door Orientation, and Planning/Preparing for Hazardous troop for an outing. Anything to keep it fun and exciting. Weather. Tour permits should be filed for all outings. Check the Guide to Safe Scouting or contact the Council Service Cen‐ Please keep all this in mind as you plan your ideal year of ter for further details and rules. Scouting in the coming months—it will be worth the effort! DUBUQUE DISTRICT (cont.) Scouting for Food 2010 Saturday, March 20, 2010

Can you sacrifice a few hours of your time this spring to help feed the hungry in our community?

This year we hope to collect over 40,000 pounds of food in the Dubuque District. This food will be distributed to local food pantries to help feed needy families over the course of the year.

Building off of last year’s success, we are planning on again utilizing door hangers to help increase public awareness of this project. We will be relying on the hard work and determination of our Scouts and their families to assist in this effort.

To help simplify the logistical planning of this project, we hope that most units will be able to assist in the same method as they did last year. 2010 Friends of Scouting Campaign

Our 2010 Friends of Scouting Campaign will soon be underway, so now’s the time to start planning how your unit will be taking part. We are proud to have Kathy Stahr leading the effort again as the FOS District Chair. Our district’s goal for 2010 is to raise $41,000. With everyone’s help, this should be able to be accomplished as our district raised over that amount in 2009.

Please keep in mind that FOS supports the council and programs we all enjoy in so many ways—we truly count on these contribu- tions which allow us to provide great programs at reasonable costs for everyone.

Every unit is asked to appoint a Unit Coordinator for Friends of Scouting, and have them attend training, which will be held just before Roundtable in February. (Thursday, February 4, 2010; 6:00 pm; Holy Trinity Lutheran Church)

Units Achieving Centennial Quality Unit 2009

Congratulations to the following units for achieving the 2009 Centennial Quality Unit Award:

Crew 7 Pack 5 Pack 17 Pack 55 Pack 70 Troop 7 Troop 29 Troop 70 Crew 48 Pack 7 Pack 19 Pack 60 Pack 88 Troop 11 Troop 48 Troop 86 Crew 51 Pack 14 Pack 53 Pack 65 Pack 91 Troop 14 Troop 51 Troop 88 Crew 61 Pack 15 Pack 54 Pack 68 Pack 342 Troop 25 Troop 60 Troop 91 Troop 69 Troop 94 DELLAYKEE DISTRICT District Chairman—Dave Cabalka (563) 563‐927‐6711 District Commissioner—Dave Gaskill (563) 927‐3121 District Executive—Bari Gordon (563) 556‐4343/(920) 889‐0643; [email protected]

DISTRICT CALENDAR From the Desk of the District Executive… January 1 ...... Service Center Closed “ 5 ...... Roundtable

9 ...... Timmeu Lodge Winter Banquet The start of the new year is very exciting for me 11 ...... Ski‐Night at Sundown Mountain as the DE for Dellaykee District. This year marks 16 ...... Merit Badge University the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, that isn’t new information for any of us 18 ...... Service Center Closed but what I’m about to say might be new 19 ...... Committee Meeting information to most of us.

February There are many program opportunities for our youth and adults to get involved in this year to 2 ...... Roundtable help our council celebrate this wonderful 7 ...... Scout Sunday achievement of the Scouting Movement. Between 7 ...... 100th Anniversary Birthday Party the birthday party on Scout Sunday to the Scouter Appreciation Dinner in March or the Camporall at 13 ...... Cub Winter Fun Day the end of April. The only thing missing to many 16 ...... Committee Meeting of the events is you as a participant or a volunteer. 20 ...... ***CANCELED*** 21 ...... NYLT Orientation Right now there are committees meeting for all of these events, and they wouldn’t turn anyone down 22 ...... Ski‐Night at Sundown Mountain that can’t make it either in person or in some cases 28 ...... Eagle Brunch by telephone. If you can’t help with the planning stages of any of our events this year, then you can March help by getting our youth to as many of these events as possible. 2 ...... Roundtable 13 ...... Scouter Appreciation Dinner At the upcoming February Roundtable more 16 ...... Committee Meeting specific information will come out about how everyone can be part of this wonderful celebration 19‐21 ...... NYLT training and help support Scouting into the next century.

This year is as much about celebrating the past as it is welcoming in the future of this great movement! Do you have the desire to serve our youth?

Do you want to have an impact on the whole council?

Then being on the District Committee is for you!

Anyone interested in being a part of the District Committee should contact Bari at the office or by e-mail at [email protected]. DELLAYKEE DISTRICT (cont.)

This year Cub Winter Fun Day will be at the Osborne on February 13, 2010!

Registration will be at 9AM and events will last into the early afternoon.

Activities include: Games; Sledding (Bring your own Sled); Birdhouse build- ing; Snow Hike and Animal Tracking

The registration fee is $3 per person and includes lunch.

Siblings and other family members are encouraged to attend this event!

Commissioner’s Corner

With the new year comes thoughts of resolutions and setting goals. I hope that your resolutions include attending some of the 100th year activities that This year we as a district made the decision to cancel the have been planned. Has your unit Klondike because we did not get the things in place to made plans about summer camp yet? properly promote or run the event. We are planning to My goal for the Dellaykee District do one next year in 2011 that will be hosted by the Commissioner Staff is that every unit District. We are still encouraging all of our troops to do receives contact from a commissioner some sort of outdoor overnight during the winter to help every month. I have some help. Arnie teach our young men and women how to survive and Lauer has agreed to be helping with enjoy the winter as a beautiful time of year. If you have the troops in the northern part of the any question please don’t hesitate to call Bari at the district. I will be contacting others to council office or send him an e-mail him at help as well. Hope to see you soon! [email protected].

Yours in Scouting In addition to this we are looking for interested volunteers to serve on the District Committee in a varied Dave Gaskill of spots. LEARNINGLEARNING FOR FOR LIFE LIFE DIVISION DIVISION ColinColin Earl, Earl, Exploring Exploring Executive Executive (563)556-4343—[email protected](563)556-4343—[email protected] Bob Peacock, District Chairman

2009 Year in Review Learning for Life & Exploring had a terrific year for 2009. Highlights which are noticeable is the growth in membership, which is now over 400 Explorers, 404 to be exact. Also the addition of new posts in sports medicine, acting, and Clarke College art program were new for 2009. Lambert Elementary School in Manchester, participated in the Learning for Life’s low-COPE course. Where elementary students learned self discipline, teamwork, and leadership. The inaugural Day Camp held at Comiskey Park was a fun-filled day full of excitement.

Under the radar, the Exploring & LFL volunteers and committee assisted greatly in 2009. Their volunteerism and assistance can be seen during the councils golf outing, Scoutreach programming and development, assisting with career fairs, and that is just a start. Kudos goes to the LFL & Exploring Committee for the early morning and afternoon meetings to help pave a foundation of direction. Lets keep the wheels moving while building momentum into 2010.

Words from Shikha Bista—Scoutreach Intern

Growing in Nepal, my education has made me aware of the real potential belonging to any ordinary citizen to campaign for change. Today, it has been over four years that I have been studying in the United States and I am still equally motivated to be an agent of change. My undergraduate education in the U.S has reinforced my confidence and inspired me to follow my ambition. Moreover, it has empowered me to become actively involved in community oriented programs such as Scoutreach.

With the emphasis on incorporating principles of morality, ethics, leadership, respect, responsibility etc, in children, one of the main goals of Scoutreach has been to serve as a positive role model, as well as ensure that learning takes place in fun yet moralistic fashion. I have been involved in this program, and I can say with confidence that the Scoutreach, can serve to make a huge difference in the lives of youth. To steer young children in the positive path, our role in the Scoutreach program is to help kids engage themselves in productive and fun activities.

2009 Exploring Programs

Acting & Drama Health Careers Aviation Law Enforcement Art Military Automotive Repair Nursing Child Care Photography Computer Science Radio Broadcasting Conservation Sports Medicine Cosmetology Veterinary Medicine Engineering Fire Fighting TRADING POST Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00 p.m. Phone & Email Orders Are Always Welcomed! 563-556-4343 or 1-800-866-2721 or [email protected]

THANK YOU

Pinewood We would like to thank all the customers who Derby Time! shopped in 2009 at the Council Trading Post, thus supporting the Northeast Iowa Council. Your The Council Trading Store has a good quantity continued support means that we can carry a larger of cars on hand. Check out the variety of items for your viewing pleasure. new color wheels and the new stickers we have in stock. If you would like your Pinewood cars So if you are a walk-in customer, thanks for delivered to the roundtable call Dee at 556-4343 stopping by—it is always a pleasure to greet you. or 1-800-866-2721. If you place your orders by phone, call again, we enjoy hearing from you.

Pinewood Derby Scale Pinewood Derby Why not purchase a pack scale for weighing your NEW unit’s Pinewood Derby Cars. You could pass it Trophies from den to den. The cost of the Pinewood Derby Digital Scale is $41.99 and you will use it The Pinewood Derby trophies year after year. A sound investment! This com- features a column with an exclusive pact, portable scale provides the weight of each patriotic derby car design topped car with digital accuracy. It features an easy-to- with a 3” car ornament. The trophy read display of ounces or grams, a tare feature, comes in 3 sizes: 9 inch—$8.99 11-lb capacity, and auto shut-off. It runs on 2 8 inch—$6.99 AA batteries that are included. 7 inch—$6.99

Please order from the Council Trading Post at least one month in advance of your race. NEW! 2010 Pinewood Derby Emblem HAVE YOU STARTED PLAN- Everyone walks away happy NING FOR YOUR BLUE & when presented with this colorful red helmet memento GOLD BANQUETS? of their race. $1.19 each. If you need 100th Anniversary plates, cups, nap- Place your order with the kins or program covers, please call Dee at the Council Trading Post (556- Council Service Center. We will be happy to 4343) at least one month order these supplies for you. Need gifts for den before your race. leaders, speakers, school janitors—let us know at least one month before your event. Northeast Iowa Council NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION Boy Scouts of America U.S. POSTAGE PAID P.O. Box 732 PERMIT NO. 109 Dubuque, IA 52004-0732 DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001

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NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING

National Youth Leadership Training is a 6 day training course that provides youth leaders with an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills while living by the Scout Oath and Law, in an exciting outdoor environment. Scouts who earn the NYLT shield are prepared to meet the challenges ahead and are better prepared to work with adult leaders.

To be eligible to attend, a Scout must meet the following requirements:

• Be currently registered as a member of the Boy Scouts of America. • Have attended long-term Boy Scout camp, attending a minimum of ten days of camp. • Be FIRST CLASS rank or higher. • Be the minimum age of 13 years old before the first day of the course. • Be a member of a troop who’s Scoutmaster has completed the adult Boy Basic Training or Scoutmaster Fundamentals course. • Be a current or prospective youth leader recommended by his Scoutmaster. • Be able to attend the entire course and pre-course meeting.

WHERE: Camp Klaus

WHEN: Pre-course meeting: Sunday, February 21, 2010. NOTE: Pre-course meeting is mandatory for Scout and at least one parent or Scoutmaster. Full Scout Field Uniform is required for this meeting and the entire course.

First weekend: March 19-21, 2010 Second weekend: April 9-11, 2010 Camp opens at 5:00 PM on Friday. First session begins at 6:00 PM on Friday. Sessions conclude by 3:00 PM on Sunday.

COURSE FEES The course fee is $115.00 ($25.00 discount if paid in total or postmarked by Friday, February 5, 2010). Fee includes food, course materials, two activity tee shirts and leather round.

Questions? Contact Course Director Scott Franke at [email protected] or 563-556-3647