N OR’EASTER January/February. 2010 Volume 8, Issue 1 Bi-Monthly High Adventure Friend of Scouting 2010 Scholarship Friends of Scouting is the annual fundraising drive conducted by the Boy Scouts of America 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 Northeast Iowa Council. 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 Scout 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 Jamboree ([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 Order of the Arrow 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.