Western Los Angeles County Council Western E‐ T rails Bringing You This Week in Scouting!

Editor: Romy Longwell Western Los Angeles County Council 16525 Sherman Way, #C‐8 May 3,, 2006 Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 933‐0103 Rlongwell@bsa‐la.org New Items in This Issue!

Fire Bans and Cooking Requirement for Advancement

A significant part of the country is currently under fire bans that prevent the use of open flames outdoors. Some of these bans have been in effect more than six months and are preventing Scouts from completing Tenderfoot requirement 3 and Second Class requirements 2e, 2f, and 2g.

The National Advancement Committee has approved the substitution, during periods of fire bans only of the use of a cook stove or, when no outdoor cooking is allowed, completion of these requirements over a kitchen stove. Please appreciate the importance of these exceptions to Scouts and leaders currently working on these requirements.

These substitutions are allowed only during periods of fire bans.

Terry C. Lawson Director of Advancement Boy Scout Division Boy Scouts of America

National Conference ­ http://www.main.oa­bsa.org/

Malibu Lodge NOAC Contingent Meeting Monday – 7:00 PM May 8, 2006 Anna Ruggieri Service Center 16525 Sherman Way, C­8 Van Nuys, CA 91406

For all Arrowman interested in attending the 2006 National Order of the Arrow Conference at Michigan State University.

Learn about the NOAC activity online registration process, receive your NOAC user ID and password, help plan for the NOAC lodge events, and be part of the lodge continent program planning process.

For additional details, contact Dan Doggett at 661­799­4960 or Paula Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. A Special Invitation – Open House for Scouting Jewish Committee On Scouting – Kinnus

Special Evening for Cub Scout & Boy Scout Families Friday to Monday OA ScoutReach – Raingutter Regatta 28 lyar – 2 Sivan 5766 New Tiger Cub and Cub Scout Promotion May 26­29, 2006 Activities for Tiger Cub, Cub Scout and Webelos Scout Dens Camp Three Falls Halloween In May – Candy Promotion Give Away 12260 Boy Scout Camp Road A Snack Buffet including Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, Snacks, Ice Frazier Park, CA 93225 Cream, Soda, etc. Door Prizes Shomer Shabbos Enter to Win a $200.00 SmartCash Card Friday Afternoon to Sunday Lunch

Thursday—7pm­9pm OA Kinnus Ordeal & Brotherhood Induction May 11th, 2006 9:15 PM Saturday to 11:00 AM Monday Winnetka Smart&Final Corner of Corbin Ave & Sherman Way Second Segment 19718 Sherman Way Sunday Morning to Monday Morning Winnetka, CA 91306 For Registration Information contact Joyce Roberts­Stein at See what Smart&Final has to offer those responsible for outings, [email protected] or Derek Fortin, Director of Support camps, overnight backpacking, hiking and fundraising. Services, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­933­0129 or via email: dfortin@bsa­la.org. For additional information, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Ser­ vices Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Cen­ Cub Scout Family Camp – http://bsa­la.org/program/cubs/ ter 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. cubs.html

Family Camp Weekend 2007 World Scout Jamboree Contingent Rally Friday to Sunday http://www.scouting.org/jamboree/world/index.html August 25­27, 2006 Camp Whitsett – http://www.whitsett.org/Driving.htm There is still time to sign­up. The Western Region is prepared to accommodate all Boy Scouts who would like to attend. The Jam­ The President’s Volunteer Service Award ­ http://www. boree Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster will be here to meet presidentialserviceawards.gov/ with Scouts and their families providing current information on registration, organization, pre­jamboree training, travel arrange­ The Boy Scouts of America code for the President's ments and post jamboree tour. Interviews will also be conducted Award is FVP­16437. Use this code when requesting for new applicants. awards.

Hot Dogs & Hamburgers Will Be Served Hot Items at the Boy Scouts of America National Council Web Site – www.Scouting.org Saturday – Noon to 3:00 PM May 13, 2006 BSA Online Learning Center ­ http://olc.scouting.org/ Anna Ruggieri Service Center 16525 Sherman Way, C­8 Report to the Nation ­ http://www.bsartn2005.org/ Van Nuys, CA 91406­3753 (D) 818­785­8700 Ready & Prepared Award ­ http://www.scouting.org/ awards/10­278/index.html For additional details, contact Gary Christiansen, World Scout Jamboree Scoutmaster, at [email protected] or Paula 2007 World Scout Jamboree ­ http://www.scouting.org/ Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna jamboree/world/index.html Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. Other Items Of Interest Available At: – www. Scouting.org

Tell Us About Your Service Project ­ http://www. goodturnforamerica.org/ Council Advancement & Recognition Committee Highlights Council Activities & Civic Service Committee High­ lights Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner – Class of 2005­2006 Thursday Evening – May 18, 2006 2007 – 100 Years of Scouting – www.scouting2007.org Airtel Plaza Hotel 7277 Valjean Avenue A steering committee for the Western Los Angeles County Coun­ Van Nuys, CA 91406­3425 cil’s Celebration of 100 Years of Scouting in 2007 is being 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM – Reception formed (contact Janice Druez if you are interested). The first full 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Dinner & Program meeting will be Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at 6:00 PM at the No Charge for the Eagle Scout Class of 2005­2006 Anna Ruggieri Service Center in Van Nuys, California. Eagle Scout Sponsors: $110.00 Announcing the New Duty to God Promotion Patch Gifts for Peace

Patch: Duty to God Promotion Patch The concept: Every Scout in the World making a contri­ th Purpose: To learn about & promote religious emblems bution towards peace to mark the 100 anniversary of Requirements: Attend or make a presentation on religious Scouting. emblems & make a commitment to Duty to th God It was decided by the 36 World Scout Conference in Eligibility: Both youth and adults – of all faiths – may Thessoloniki that during 2007 each National Organiza­ earn this patch tion should present a Gift for Peace and these gifts Resources: Video, scripts & slide presentations should be the result of work accomplished by young Available from: www.praypub.org or call 1­800­933­7729 people since 2005.

Council Leadership Training Committee Highlights Scouting’s Sunrise High Adventure Training Wednesday, 1 August 2007 – The Dawn of a new Cen­ tury for Scouting around the World Desert Awareness May 13, 2006 100 years to the day, on 1 August 2007, every Scout, from every WOSM country, will mark the Centenary Basic Backpacking and look to the past, present and, most importantly, the Indoor Session: October 14, 2006 future of Scouting. Outdoor Session (Overnight) November 3, 2006 Contact Tamber Johnson at 818­343­6578 for additional infor­ At 08:00 local time in every country, Scouts and former mation and details of the High Adventure Committee and it’s Scouts should gather together to renew their Promise in programs of training and recognition. the second century of Scouting. This is a time to blow the kudu horn and to remember how Scouting was Wood Badge for the 21 st Century founded, what is has become and what is has accom­ plished. September Course Thursday ­ Saturday, September 7 ­9, 2006 Memorial Day “Good Turn” & Thursday – Saturday, September 21 – 23, 2006 Camp Josepho Memorial Day “Good Turn” Flag Placement Thomas Muir, Course Director Saturday, May 27, 2006 Linda O’Toole, Assistant Course Director National Cemetery of Los Angeles October Course Westwood, California Friday – Sunday, October 27 – 29, 2006 & Saturday – Monday, November 11 – 13, 2006 It is the objective of the Memorial Day “Good Turn” committee Camp Josepho to have a flag placed on every Veterans Grave within the Council Sue Armstrong, Course Director on Memorial Day by May 30, 2011. Jack Fishel, Assistant Course Director Participant Fee: $250.00 Richard Marcus, Memorial Day “Good Turn” Chairman, can be Staff Fee: $150.00 contacted at [email protected] or 310­397­4696

For additional details, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports – www.calgovcouncil.org/register Formally ActiveCA ­ www.ActiveCA.org

The California Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, one of our partners in promoting physical activity, is em­ barking on some changes that affect its branding and the functionality of its website. Please use the new website address and not the old one. From now until the end of the year, we encourage all Scouts and their family members to register for the Governor’s Challenge. They can register at www.calgovcouncil.org/register. To complete the challenge, a person must commit to 30­60 minutes of activities a day for at least three days a week for a four week period. Those who complete the challenge will earn awards that participants select from on the website and receive in the mail. Starting this year, California high school students who go online and sign up to take the Governor’s Challenge at www. calgovcouncil,org/register can download a pass for a FREE 30 day membership at 24 Hour Fitness – if they succeed in complet­ ing the Governor’s Challenge of being active for 30­60 minutes a day for at least 3 days a week for a four week period they will earn a FREE 90 day pass to 24 Hour Fitness. For additional details, contact Derek Fortin, Director of Support Services, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­933­0129 or dfortin@bsa­la.org or your District Governor’s Challenge for Physical Fitness Chairman.

2006 Cub Scout Day Camp ­ http://bsa­la.org/program/cubs/cubs.html#Cub_Day_Camp

Theme: Medieval

June 19­23, 2006 Bill Hart June 26­30, 2006 Antelope Valley June 26­30, 2006 Crescent Bay July 10­14, 2006 Bill Hart Twilight July 10­14, 2006 Las Colinas July 17­21, 2006 Balboa Oaks July 24­28, 2006 Cahuenga August 7­11, 2006 Antelope Valley

Registration by May 31, 2006 $105.00 Registration after June 1, 2006 $125.00

Camperships For Up To 50% of the Registration Fee Are Available

For additional details, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org.

2006 Philmont Expedition Expedition #707­O Depart Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 5, 2006 Overnight Philmont Thursday, July 6, 2006 Philmont Check­In Friday, July 7, 2006 Depart Philmont Wednesday, July 19, 2006 Return Los Angeles, Thursday, July 20, 2006 6 Crews with 72 Participants The estimated 2006 Council Philmont Contingent fee is $1,005.00 per participant and includes the 12­day Philmont backpack­ ing expedition plus round trip transportation from Los Angeles via Amtrak and the Philmont Bus, meals & extra night to and from Philmont, program expenses at Philmont, council administrative fee and a contingency. Currently the Council Philmont Contingent payment due for May 1, 2006 is the total contingent fee of $1,005.00 (Less deposits and payments received). Although the 2006 Council Philmont Contingent is fully subscribed, a waiting list has been established for any eligible Scout or Leader that would like to participate.

For additional details, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. 2007 Philmont Expedition Expedition #702­205 2007 World Scout Jamboree ­ http://www.scouting.org/ jamboree/world/index.html Depart Los Angeles, Saturday, June 30, 2007 Overnight Philmont Sunday, July 1, 2007 Scouts and leaders are invited to participate in the Western Re­ Philmont Check­In Monday, July 2, 2007 gion Contingent to the 21 st World Scout Jamboree hosted by the Depart Philmont Saturday, July 14, 2007 Scout Association of the United Kingdom from July 27 until Return Los Angeles, Sunday, July 15, 2007 August 8, 2007. 6 Crews with 72 Participants The Western Los Angeles County Council has received an al­ Applications for the 2007 Council Philmont Contingent lotment from the Western Region for 16 youth participants. begin February 18, 2007 Currently 16 youth and 13 adult applicants have been inter­ 2007 Northern Tier National High Adventure Bases viewed and recommended to the Western Region by the coun­ Contingent cil’s World Scout Jamboree Steering Committee. The Council Activities and Civic Service Committee is planning for a contingent of 3 crews consisting of 18­24 A waiting list has been started for additional youth pending an youth and 6­9 leaders to the Northern Tier National High increase in our allocation from the Western Region. Additional Adventure Bases for the summer of 2007. allocations will not be identified until June 2006, at which time unpaid allocations in one council will become available to other Request for reservations are being accepted for eligible councils. Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturer, and leaders. Contact John Cary ([email protected]) for a unit presentation Interviews for the 21st World Scout Jamboree can be scheduled on the 2007 Council Contingent to the Northern Tier Na­ at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center located at 16525 Sherman tional High Adventure Bases. Way Unit C­8, Van Nuys, CA 91406­3753. For additional details and reservations, contact Paula Shat­ To participate in the interviews you will need to download and tuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the complete the 21 st World Scout Jamboree application available Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or at www.scouting.org. Scouts should have the appraisal and rec­ via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. ommendation portion of the application completed and signed by their Scoutmaster. Sailing Symposium Saturday, October 14, 2006 Bring to the interview your application, a check in the amount Pardee Scout Sea Base of $500.00 payable to “Boy Scouts of America National Of­ Burton Chace Park fice”, and a 1 page listing of your Scouting history and other Marina Del Rey, California 90292 information about yourself such as hobbies, work experience, Contact: Arthur Langton at 818­887­0973 training completed, certifications, etc. Ghost 13’ Sailboats Available Learn more about “One World One Promise” at the 21 st World Arthur Langton, Chairman of the Venturing Sailing Sym­ Scout Jamboree 2007 – United Kingdom www.scouting2007. posium, has 3 Ghost 13’ Sailboats with two trailers avail­ org able. Art says the “price is right”. He says these are good boats for sailing on a lake and would be great for begin­ ners. Contact Art at 818­887­0973 to seal the deal. World Scout Jamboree Leadership Selection The Western Region has notified the Western Los Angeles Patrol Challenge ­ http://www.patrolchallenge. County Council that Gary Christiansen of the Bill Hart District homestead.com/ has been selected as Scoutmaster for one of the contingent units for the 2007 World Scout Jamboree. 2006 Patrol Challenge – A Scavenger Hunt It's Back...... Even Better Than Last Year...... Gary currently serves the Western Region as the Order of the Save The Dates ­­­­ October 20, 21, & 22 Arrow Section Adviser for OA Section W4A. He is also the Bill Hart District Vice Chairman of Program and the OA Lodge For current news about this event, go to the Patrol Chal­ Picnic Chairman Adviser. lenge Website Gary and his assistant will hold a World Scout Jamboree Con­ To get on the email update list, check for early bonus tingent Rally on Saturday, May 13, 2006 for jamboree partici­ points, or for more info, send your email address to paulo­ pants, parents, staff and those interested in learning more about [email protected]. the 2007 World Scout Jamboree to be held July 27 – August 8, 2007 at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex, in the heart of England. Council Camping & Outdoor Promotions Committee High­ Donate Your Vehicle lights—Order of the Arrow Free Pick­Up/Towing Tax Deductible Receipt OA Ordeal & Brotherhood Induction Weekends Proceeds Benefit Boy Scouts of America May 19, 2006 Chauwalanne Call: 1­888­250­4490 May 19, 2006 Heyoka May 19, 2006 Ta To Ka Dan California Hunter Education/Safety Course – May 27, 2006 Kinnus www.angelesranges.com June 2, 2006 Achoicominga Offered by the California Department of Fish & Game June 2, 2006 Alliklik 3 rd Saturday of Every Month September 8, 2006 Lodge Angeles Shooting Ranges October 20, 2006 Serranos 12651 Little Tujunga Canyon Road December 1, 2006 Lodge Lake View Terrace, CA 91342 OA Lodge Picnic (D) 818­899­5735 Saturday, June 10, 2006 California Science Center – www.californiasciencecenter.org 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM Newhall Park Field Trip Factory – www.fieldtripfactory.com 24907 Newhall Ave Santa Clarita, CA 91321 Horsemanship Merit Badge – www.eldustberry. Cost: $5.00 Person / $15.00 Family org 11:00 AM Arrival & Fellowship “We are excited to offer your troop a unique opportunity for 12:00 Noon Lunch Scouts of all ages to earn their Horsemanship Merit Badge.” 12:30 PM Order of the Arrow Parent and Leader Call 818­995­0277 for more information, program schedul­ Orientation ing, and rates. 1:00 PM Organized Activities Juan Bautista National Historic Trail – www.nps.gov/juba For registration and information, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Services Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Midway Magic – www.midway.org Center 818­785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. Aviation Merit Badge National Order of the Arrow Conference ­ http://www.main.oa­bsa.org/ Earn your Aviation Merit Badge on the longest­serving air­ craft carrier in the history of the United States, the USS Mid­ Saturday – Thursday way. With our program, a Scout is able to complete all re­ July 29 to August 3, 2006 quirements while aboard the Midway and have his Applica­ Michigan State University tion for Merit Badge Card signed off by the Instructor/Merit Andrew Salg, Lodge NOAC Chief Badge Counselor. We also provide instruction above the Daniel Doggett, Lodge NOAC Chief Adviser minimum requirements enhancing the overall experience for The Lodge NOAC Contingent fee is $950.00. The contingent fee the Scout. While flying our simulators all Scouts will get a includes roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Detroit chance to land at MCAS Miramar and make a carrier land­ (DTW), roundtrip ground transportation between Detroit and Lans­ ing. ing, Michigan and the NOAC conference fee. The lodge quota in­ Live It and Learn It – Youth Overnight Program cludes 22 youth, 9 adult males and 2 adult females. A $100.00 non­ Imagine spending the night on the longest­serving aircraft refundable deposit needs to accompany each registration request. carrier in Navy history! Youngsters have that opportunity Contingent Schedule: through Midway's popular Live It & Learn It program. Each July 28, 2006 program begins at 5 p.m. and ends the next morning at 9:30 Depart Van Nuys FlyAway Friday Evening a.m. For more information or to register, call Barry Holm at Depart LAX to DTW via American Airlines Flight (619) 398­8247 or email [email protected]. 1740/1766 at 11:38 PM July 29, 2006 MSAS Astronomy Village Science Center & Ob­ Arrive Michigan State University at 11:30 AM servatory – www.mountain­skies.org August 3, 2006 Depart DTW to LAX via American Airlines Flight Mountains Restoration Trust – www.mountainstrust.org 4273/1435 at 12:15 PM Arrive Van Nuys FlyAway Thursday Evening National Scouting Museum – www.bsamuseum.org For additional details, contact Paula Shattuck, Support Services Weird, Wild & Wonderful – www. Administrative Assistant, at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center 818­ 785­8700 ext. 175 or via email: pshattuck@bsa­la.org. aquariumofpacific.org Looking for a service project??? ————————————————————– NEW PATCH AVAILABLE TO SCOUTMASTERS! New Orleans Public Library is asking for any and all hardcover A new 2006 Recruiter Patch is available! This 4" circular and paperback books to restock the shelves after Katrina. The patch with a 3" circular cutout, will be used to recognize library staff will assess which titles will be designated for the troop leaders that organize and conduct a Troop Open House shelves. The rest will be distributed recruitment meeting. The black cloth patch with metallic to destitute families or sold for library fundraising. The books gold borders is designed to encompass the new recruiter can be sent to: patch. The "Troop Open House Host" patch is to be awarded to the Rica A Trigs, Public Relations one key person in each troop that organizes and conducts the New Orleans Public Library open house. 219 Loyola Avenue District membership chairs and executives will be contact­ New Orleans, LA 70112­2007 ing each troop to assist with open houses. Scoutmasters should also be on the lookout for a new DVD If you tell the post office that the books are for the library in that National Office, BSA, is mailing to them. The DVD New Orleans, they will give you the library rate that is less than features programs to improve youth retention in the troop. book rate. Good way to clean out those books you won't read again and write the donation off your taxes.

The Religious Observant Woodbadge is scheduled for Can you please share this information with the others? It is a July 1 ­ 6, 2007 at Camp Kunatah, Ten Mile River Scout great opportunity to help. If you don't have books, they have a Reservation in Narrowsburg, NY. A write up and a link to fund for donations. the flyer/application is available at: http://www. jewishscouting.org/nerjcs/woodbadge07.html This course is GREAT NEWS...Quail Unlimited is hosting their annual Shot­ run for Scouters that cannot attend either a normally sched­ gun Merit Badge Day at Oaktree Gun Club in Newhall on Sat­ uled weekend or week­long course or for whom kosher food urday, June 24th. This is a great opportunity for scouts to earn is a requirement. Its name reflects the fact that it is targeted their Shotgun Merit Badge. QU provides a grant to offset costs. to Scouters of all faiths (not just Jewish or "kosher"). All Total cost...$15.00! Scouters are of course welcome to attend and every Scouter should aspire to complete Woodbadge as part of their Scout­ Class will be taught by NRA Certified Instructors. Merit badge ing education. Mike Schatzberg [email protected] Counselors will be on hand to sign blue cards.

Space will fill up fast. If you have a scout interested in earning this badge, they should sign up as soon as possible.

You can download the registration form from the attached ad­ dress.

http://www.scvqu.com/BSMeritBadge2006.pdf

Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

Luann Peterson 661­296­4667 Date: Saturday, June 10 th Location: Newhall Park, 24906 Newhall Drive, Newhall Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $5.00 ($15.00 for a family) If this is the first Malibu Lodge event for either a new or old Arrowmen, then you should come on down and join the fun. Everyone should come on and en­ joy the fun with a lot of food, exciting activities and a great crowd.

Bring: Camp chairs, sports equipment, any other ideas for fun. R.S.V.P. to: Derek Fortin at DFortin@bsa­la.org or 818­933­0129 Provide: your Chapter Name (Achoicominga) and your name also mention if you are a youth or adult attending Soccer, ultimate frisbee, Make a Point to basketball, volleyball stop by the Joint. Football, board games You’ll have fun, BBQ, great times because OA’s #1. Tug­a­war SEE YA THERE! The Bill Hart District is having a wonderful Cub Scout Cup for your boys. This is put on by their District, but is open to anyone interested. Just register on line, or contact Robert Bell at [email protected] Check out the special bonus gift for your boys from Mountasia! Please pass this on to everyone you know.

Cub Scout Cup coming in May to Hart Park SANTA CLARITA – You will never forget the feeling of anticipation and exhilaration of making it over the mud pit, across the balance beam, through the tires and across the finish line. Luckily, some local cub scouts will find out at the First Annual Cub Scout Cup held Saturday, May 13, 2006 at Hart Park campgrounds.

Like an Olympic style event, the Cub Scout Cup will be an all day team based competition with mental and physical challenges building teamwork and reinforcing scouting values taught through out the year. Teams will be made up den teams from all 37 William S. Hart District Cub Scout packs.

“I was attending Wood Badge, an advanced training program for the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), and looking for ideas,” said Robert Bell, Cub Cup Event Director and Committee Chair for Pack 494. “I wanted to come up with a program that the boys would be excited about but also strengthen the skills and values they'd been learning; I needed ‘a game with a purpose’.”

The game with a purpose is the Cub Scout Cup. The event is designed to bring scouts together as a pack like a space derby, raingutter regatta and pinewood derby. Bell added that “the Cub Scout Cup started as a simple idea that 9 and 10 year old boys would go wild at the prospect of winning a giant cup trophy. Cub Scouts, several times a year have great derbies where they compete individually, here they must ‘help the pack go’.”

Scouts will compete in a variety of events like an obstacle course, navigation course, relay races, teamwork chal­ lenges and Scouting knowledge. Each scout will participate with his own den to make a team. Scores will be aver­ aged to create a pack score and the pack with the best score takes home the cup and bragging rights for a whole year. Registration for the event has been extended to April 14, but there is a limit of teams that can be entered, so it is rec­ ommended that scouts register early.

The cost is $8.00 per scout and each team needs a BSA registered adult leader and one adult volunteer. Each compet­ ing scout will receive a patch and a participating ribbon. The way to register is to visit the Cub Cup website www. cubscoutcup.org.

Besides the team events each team will be judged on their scout spirit. Team banners, tee­shirts, songs and overall scout excitement will be what the judges will be looking for. Creativeness is encouraged. Lunch can be brought “picnic style”, but Troop 2379 will be selling hot barbecue lunches the day of the event.

In Cub Scouting, boys and their families have fun and adventure in a program that builds character and instills values. Cub Scouting embraces the values of citizenship, compassion, cooperation, courage, faith, health and fitness, honesty, perseverance, positive attitude, resourcefulness, respect, and responsibility. These values come to boys in all parts of the Cub Scout program­all while they're having a great time with their friends and families. If the competition is not enough one of the Platinum sponsors Mountasia Fun Center has agree to give each paid par­ ticipant a voucher for game of golf and 15 game tokens worth more than $10.

The public is invited to watch the event and visit the cub scout recruiting booth to learn more about scouting. In addition the event has sponsorship and donation opportunities to support the day long competition. Donations are tax deductible and different levels of sponsorship have been set up to support the event.

For more information about Cub Scout Cup please contact Robert Bell, Cub Cup Event Director at robertb@pack494. org or (661) 251­6070. WLACC PATROL CHALLENGE 2006!!!

First we want to say thanks to all of you Scouts who participated in the 2005 Pa­ trol Challenge. Special thanks to all the parents who participated and had a bet­ ter than expected great time!

Everyone had so much fun this year it will be a Council event again next year for October 20 th – 22 nd , 2006 – mark your calendars now. We have lots of great ideas and suggestions from several of you that will make next year’s event even better. We will be inviting other Boy Scout Councils and the Girl Scouts to participate with us this year.

We have a full year to come up with many more interesting places to visit, odd­ ball items to collect fun and wacky (how many of you went thru the carwash?) activities, along with some other challenging mysteries and surprises we can’t divulge at the moment.

If you think you have a great suggestion, idea or location or ??? for the event, send us an email at [email protected]. We read and evaluate everything that comes our way and pick the best to put into the Challenge.

This year each District will have its own representatives on the Patrol Challenge Committee. If you have any questions or comments, just give them a call. Their names, phone numbers and email addresses are on the reverse side.

We look forward to challenging you again this year. Are you up to it??????

Patrol Challenge Committee Patrol Challenge 2006 Contacts

Balboa Oaks Paul Oliver (818) 368­8110 [email protected] Jack Fishel (818) 989­1106 [email protected]

Las Colinas Sunday Moore (818) 832­3316 [email protected]

Bill Hart Hillary Janikula (661) 644­5747 [email protected] Scott Jacomb (661) 259­8614 [email protected]

Crescent Bay Harlan Hogue (310) 454­6483 [email protected] Larry O’Day (310) 313­0733 [email protected]

Cahuenga Dan Doggett (661) 212­1038 [email protected]

Antelope Valley Lee Waddell (805) 701­7908 [email protected] John Snediker [email protected]

Observant Jewish Units Joyce Stein (661)313­5623 [email protected]

LDS Units Eric Miele (818) 785­9239 [email protected]

Girl Scouts Wendy Ducourneau (818) 723­4505 [email protected]

Sea Scouts Clare Harrison (661)296­3794 [email protected]

Ventura Council Lee Hess (805) 496­8262 [email protected] Western Los Angeles County Council – Crescent Bay District

BALOO ­ Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation

Saturday, May 6th 11:00 A.M. to 8:30 P.M. Cost is $35.00 Training Conducted at Decker Canyon Campgrounds in Malibu

At least one member of a pack is required to be trained in Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation for a whole pack to go camping together with a valid tour permit. This training is targeted to new Cub Scout leaders with little or no camping experi­ ence who want to plan and carry out an outdoor adventure for their pack.

You will be provided with fun, great ideas, camping info, training handouts, lunch & dinner.

You MUST pre­register, no walkins! The course size is limited.

Please fill in the tear­off application form and mail it with your check to the Westside Service Center. This will allow us to ade­ quately staff the training and have enough materials for everyone. Once you have registered, be sure to mark you calendar and come to the training. Confirmations and directions will be e mailed prior to April 28 th, 2006.

Bring your Cub Scout Leader book with you. Wear your uniform if you have one but come anyway if you don’t!

Please advise us well in advance of any food allergies or special dietary needs.

Please mail your check and registration to: Westside Service Center, Boy Scouts of America 10131 National Blvd., Suite A, Los Angeles, CA 90034

Please register me for the BALOO Training to be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006. Late Registration: Call for available space at (310) 839­9905. With verbal confirmation of space availability, bring application and check for $30.00 to the training class. Please write Account #1­6801­250­20 on your check, payable to Boy Scouts of America.

Name:

Address:

City & Zip:

Day Phone # ( ___) ______Eve. Phone # (____) ______email: ______

Pack #: Position in the Pack: Western Los Angeles County Council – Crescent Bay District

Outdoor Skills Training Weekend Required for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters Friday, May 5 th ­ Sunday May 7th Cost is $70.00 Training Conducted at Decker Canyon Campgrounds in Malibu

This course is part of the BSA training required for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. You will be camping Friday and Saturday night, and learning all the basic skills needed to lead hikes and campouts for Boy Scout Troops; as well as the outdoor skills you need to know to help advance Boy Scouts through the rank of First Class. You will need to bring your own camping equipment and personal gear. Meals will be provided (please advise us of any allergies or special dietary needs) This exciting course will offer everything from the Patrol method, fire safety, knife safety, knots, food handling, campsite selec­ tion, backpacking, orienteering, cooking, campfire program, and much more.

You MUST pre­register, no walkins! The course size is limited.

Please fill in the tear­off application form and mail it with your check to the Westside Service Center, or of course walk it in to the office. This will allow us to adequately staff the training and have enough materials for everyone. Once you have registered, be sure to mark you calendar and come to the training. Confirmations and directions will be e mailed prior to April 28 th, 2006.

Bring your Scoutmaster Manual with you. Wear your Class A uniform if you have one but come anyway if you don’t!

Please advise us well in advance of any food allergies or special dietary needs.

Please mail your check and registration to: Westside Service Center, Boy Scouts of America 10131 National Blvd., Suite A, Los Angeles, CA 90034

Please register me for the Outdoor Skills Training Weekend to be held on Friday, May 5, 2006­ Sunday May 7th. Late Registration: Call for available space at (310) 839­9905. With verbal confirmation of space availability, bring application and check for $70.00 to the training class. Please write Account #1­6801­250­20 on your check, payable to Boy Scouts of America.

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District______Troop #: Position in the Troop: ______HAT TRAINING COURSES 2006

BASIC BACKPACKING

Oct. 14 WLACC Council Basic Indoor Nov. 3­5* WLACC Council Basic Outdoor Overnight *3­4 LDS Outdoor Overnight *4­5 Regularly Scheduled Overnight

DESERT AWARENESS

May 6­7 Verdugo Council Overnight

May 13 WLACC Council (optional overnight)

WINTER AWARENESS

Jan. 13 ’07 WLACC Council Indoor Feb. 3­4 ’07 WLACC Council Outdoor Overnight Personnel News: Congratulations to Wes Patterson on his promotion to District Director of Las Colinas District. Wes recently attended PD­L3, the final segment of professional development training, at the Center for Professional Development in Westlake, Texas and has earned this opportunity to serve. Wes joined Western Los Angeles County Council in April 2003 and has served successfully as Crescent Bay’s District Executive during the past three years. Wes has distinguished himself through his strong bond with volunteers and has experienced success in traditional programming, fundraising and membership. In addition to the council level responsibility as Cub Scout Day Camp Coordinator he assumed last year, he is a member of the council’s fiscal management team. In this new role, Wes Patterson will also serve as team leader in support of Bill Hart District working closely with District Executive Peggy Murphy. We look forward to Wes’ leadership as he continues his career with the Boy Scouts of America through service to the Scouts, Scouters and community organizations of Las Colinas District.

Western Los Angeles County Council, Boy Scouts of America

Anna Ruggieri Service Center 16525 Sherman Way, Unit C­8 Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 785­8700 Regular Hours Monday – Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Contact Information Direct Dial Access Now Available at the Anna Ruggieri Service Center Although the central number 818­785­8700 will still be answered by one of the Customer Service Representatives a number of individuals and departments can now be called directly:

Ext. Last First E­mail Position Direct Line 101 Alcantar Mayra malcantar@bsa­la.org Customer Service Specialist 129 Fortin Derek dfortin@bsa­la.org Director of Support Services (818) 933­0129 109 Harrison Lee lharrison@bsa­la.org COO of Emerald Bay (818) 933­0109 125 Harrop Ross rharrop@bsa­la.org Scout Executive (818) 933­0125 128 Hernandez Elizabeth ehernandez@bsa­la.org Urban Emphasis Coordinator (818) 933­0128 172 Hernandez Jessie jhernandez@bsa­la.org Executive Asst. Secretary 111 Hetherington Kirk khetherington@bsa­la.org Camp Director­ Emerald Bay (818) 933­0111 174 Horn Betty bhorn@bsa­la.org Accounts Payable 118 Londono Martha mlondono@bsa­la.org Controller (818) 933­0118 103 Longwell Romy rlongwell@bsa­la.org Director of Communications (818) 933­0103 and Donor Relations 119 Mackenzie Jon jmackenzie@bsa­la.org Director of Outdoor Programs (818) 933­0119 and Capital Assets 106 McBride Sheryl smcbride@bsa­la.org Director of Field Services (818) 933­0106 108 Melton David dmelton@bsa­la.org Systems Manager (818) 933­0108 113 Murphy Peggy pmurphy@bsa­la.org Bill Hart District Executive (818) 933­0113 170 Nystrom Corey cnystrom@bsa­la.org Cahuenga District Intern 178 Orudzhyan Anush aorudzhyan@bsa­la.org Cust Svc Spec­Eagle Svcs 107 Osuna Maria mosuna@bsa­la.org Human Resources Specialist (818) 933­0107 130 Paat Malyn camping@bsa­la.org Camping Secretary (818) 933­0130 120 Patterson Wesley wpatterson@bsa­la.org District Director, Las Colinas (818) 933­0120 173 Pena Lucy lpena@bsa­la.org Accounts Receivable 171 Pena Luisa luisap@bsa­la.org Development Associate 175 Shattuck Paula pshattuck@bsa­la.org Administrative Assistant 117 Shirvani Hamlet hshirvani@bsa­la.org District Director­B.O./Cah (818) 933­0117 126 Stewart Clif cstewart@bsa­la.org Camp Director ­ Whitsett (818) 933­0126 104 Taylor Colette ctaylor@bsa­la.org Finance Director (818) 933­0104 139 Tello Jasmin jtello@bsa­la.org Cust Svc Spec­Cert of Ins & High Adv Patches 116 Thompson Mary mthompson@bsa­la.org Registrar (818) 933­0116 176 Valdivieso Liz evaldivieso@bsa­la.org Cust Svc Spec­Advancement Van Nuys Scout Store, (818) 781­1296 Store Hours­ Monday – Friday, 9:00AM to 6:00 PM Saturday, 10:00AM to 3 PM Western Los Angeles County Council Satellite Offices

Learning for Life Office 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 210 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 Fax# 818­995­1416

Office Hours: Monday—Friday, 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Christine Demmitt, Learning for Life Director Direct Line (818) 995­1413 cdemmitt@lfl­la.org

Brenda Bradford, Exploring Executive—LFL Division Direct line (818) 995­1415 exploring@lfl­la.org

Antelope Valley Office Phone #(661) 942­0582 42402 10th Street W. Suite G Fax# (661) 723­1450 Lancaster, CA 93534 Store# (661) 942­9905 Office Hours: Monday—Friday, 8:30 am — 5:30 pm Store Hours: Monday—Friday, 8:30 am — 5:30 pm & Saturday 10:00 am—3:00 pm

Nicole Davis, Customer Service Specialist ext. 20 ndavis@bsa­la.org Karin Main, Office Manager ext. 11 kmain@bsa­la.org Steve Millar, District Executive ext. 21 smillar@bsa­la.org Vince Miller, District Director ext. 22 vmiller@bsa­la.org

Crescent Bay Office Phone #(310) 839­9905 10131 National Blvd., Suite A Fax# (310) 839­4495 Los Angeles, CA 90034 Store# (310) 839­7514 Office Hours: Monday—Friday, 10:00 am — 6:00 pm Store Hours: Tuesday—Friday, 10:00 am — 6:00 pm & Saturday 10:00 am ­3:00 pm

Nuvia Castro, Customer Service Specialist ext. 201 ncastro@bsa­la.org Daniel Holguin, Registrar ext. 204 dholguin@bsa­la.org Frankie Melvin, District Director ext. 203 fmelvin@bsa­la.org Eric Singer, Store Manager ext. 207 esinger@bsa­la.org Michael Wilson, Trading Post Clerk ext. 202 mwilson@bsa­la.org