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Potomac District, National Capital Area Council, BSA??Jan. 8, 2016Contents(TOMORROW) - Venturing Adult Training(NEW) Rechartering Progress and Turn-ins(NEW) Journey to Excellence Recognition & FINAL CALL(NEW) - District Merit Badge Day(NEW) MITRE Scout Engineering Day - Registration Jan. 13(NEW) - Council & District - New WebsiteUPDATE - Klondike Derby - Troops and CrewsUPDATE - Klondike Derby - WEBELOS(NEW) - Philmont 2016 Openings(NEW) - High Adventure 2017 Lottery Dates(UPDATE) - University of ScoutingUPDATE - Pinewood Derby Workshop Almost SOLD OUTLife to Eagle Workshop(NEW) - Tiger 500(NEW) - Cub Day Camp Dates(NEW) - Cub Sleep-Away Summer Camp 2016(UPDATE) - Major District Calendar Dates 2015-16Sources and ResourcesQuick LinksPotomac District?WWWFollow Us on Facebook??National Capital Area CouncilBrochures/ FlyersArchive of Past NewsFlash issuesTOMORROW?- Venturing Adult Trainingright000Whether you are focused on making Gold in your Journey to Excellence or if you are just beginning to wonder if your older scouts would benefit from a taste of Venturing sign up for a $5 class and find out.???Potomac District is offering:Venturing Advisor-Specific Training?Sun., Jan. 10, 20169:00 AM to Noonin southern RockvilleOnline info. Preregistration CLOSED. Call if interested??Crew Committee Challenge?Sun. Jan. 10, 20161:00 to 3:00 PM?in southern Rockville?Online info. Preregistration CLOSED. Call if interested?Whether you have 5 Venturer-aged scouts or 55, we can help you find out how to start enjoying your scouting adventures with the 14-20 year old set. ?Remember, even the older scouts need and deserve a trained leader. ??Nona Mapes,?937-409-6609Potomac District Training ChairNEW?- Rechartering Progress Report - as of Weds., Jan. 6As of Weds., Jan. 6,?CONGRATULATIONS to these units who have SUCCESSFULLY rechartered ("posted" by BSA Registrar.)PACKS 6, 52, 54, 68, 101, 204, 241, 255, 460, 461, 465, 928, 943, 1280, 1300, 1341, 1758, 1994?TROOPS 6, 52, 68, 255, 263, 439, 447, 461, 773, 1300, 1341, 1427, 1434, 1449, 1450, 1800, 1994?TEAMS 6, 1300, 1341?CREWS 52, 1341?EXPORERS - none complete yet?Units whose recharter packages are at BSA Registrar being processed:PACKS 56, 209, 263, 466, 773, 1081, 1306, 1461, 1753?TROOPS 3, 8, 15, 241, 265, 463, 466, 706, 944, 1083?CREWS 6, 27, 45, 439, 1300, 1994, 7879?Units whose recharter package is at Council - being sent to BSA Registrar - or awaiting problem resolution:?PACKS 15, 472, 478, 521, 706, 817, 1320, 1450?TROOPS 195, 204, 209, 233, 472?SHIP 27?EXPLORERS 742, 1711??Units who have Submitted Internet Rechartering, but haven't turning in signed papers and/or payment to Council:CREW 209?NAUGHTY list: Units that have NOT completed Internet Rechartering:PACKS 8, 53, 60, 236, 737, 1975CREW 463?Units that do not COMPLETE (by BSA Registrar) their rechartering by Jan. 31, 2016 will drop. That means Scouts will no longer be Scouts, units will cease,?advancement can't happen (including Eagle boards), insurance coverage will stop. We know this job is a pain - but it's necessary. Please get it done ASAP.??Erin?will be at the Scout Center this Saturday, Jan. 9, 11AM to 2 PM, accepting packages. Or please bring them to Roundtables next Tuesday, Jan. 12, 7:30 PM.(NEW)?- Journey to Excellence Progress Reportright0002015 Unit Journey to Excellence reports accepted until Jan. 14 -- to your Unit Commissioner or to District Commissioner?Mike SaundersAs of Weds., Jan. 6...CONGRATULATIONS to these?GOLD?units in 2015:Packs 15, 54, 68, 204, 255, 460, 461, 465, 466, 478, 1280, 1306, 1461, 1753, 1758Troops 8, 52, 68, 204, 209, 439, 461, 472, 706, 773, 1083, 1450Crews 45, 52CONGRATULTIONS to these?SILVER?units in 2015:Packs 6, 241, 1300, 1341Troops 6, 241, 265, 1300, 1341, 1800Crews 6, 439, 1341CONGRATULATIONS to these?BRONZE?units in 2015:Teams 6, 1341Crew 7879Troop 4662015 forms?are available on BSA's website.Check out the new?2016 forms?(changes since 2015).FYI - Potomac District is on track for GOLD in 2015 - would be our 4th year in a row at that level. District's measurement year closes this month.(NEW)?- Boy Scout Merit Badge Day - Sat., Feb. 6right000Merit Badge Day 2016 is on the wayGoal is to provide Boy Scouts and Venturings an opportunity to earn an elective merit badge in a classroom setting.Feb. 6, 2016?at the Potomac LDS building11700 Falls Road, Potomac, MD 20854We have counselors for the following merit badges:BuglingChessCoin CollectingElectricityRadioStamp CollectingWe need more Merit Badge Counselors to offer more badges!Take a look around your troop and see who might want to participate.!Brian McGahey,?240-565-9912(NEW)?- MITRE Boy Scout Engineering (Merit Badge) Day - March 12right000Scout Engineering Day 2016Event - Sat., March 12, 2016 in McLean, VARegistration opens Jan. 13 at 7:00 PMand typically SELLS OUT VERY and Registration onlineBoy Scout merit badges to be offered:AnimationAstronomyAviationChemistryComposite MaterialsDraftingElectricityElectronicsEnergyEngineeringGame DesignMining in SocietyModel Design and BuildingNuclear ScienceOceanographyProgrammingRadioRoboticsSpace ExplorationSustainabilityWeather(NEW)?Council (and District) Website in Serviceright000NCAC has replaced its web services provider, and the new site is up and running. Same home page address:Also same home page for Potomac District:Potomac??In theory, the old page names have been preserved, but some old bookmarks may not work anymore.?The new service provides a bunch of new features - including better event calendar handling and online registration services.Potomac District's calendar?is up and running.UPDATE?-- Klondike Derbyright000TROOP/CREW Klondike Derbyregistration closes at MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.?The event will be January 15-17 at Little Bennett Regional Park. Please visit our webpage to sign up.?Troop and Crew Online Registration and Info Guide?Webelos Dens?are invited to attend Saturday, January 16th from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. This is a great opportunity to meet local Troops and see them in action., as well as participate in some Webelos events - including approved Leave No Trace.?See next article.Staff registration will be handed on site. Please email?Rachel?in advance (for food counts).?Need more information? Contact Rachel Krishnan directly by email at?KlondikeDerby@?Scouters interested in being?Station Mayors, please contact Games Master?Earl Smith.?Troops that lead stations get a credit on their onsite bill.UPDATE?-- Webelos Invitation to Klondike Derbyright000?Open to all WebelosSaturday,?January 17, 2015 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMLittle Bennett Regional Park - 23701 Frederick Road, Clarksburg, Maryland??Webelos Scouts and their leaders will find at least three good reasons to attend:They can see Boy Scout Troops in action, solving problems and displaying Scouting skills.It satisfies requirement #4b for the (grandfathered) Arrow of Light to take part in an outdoor Boy Scout activity.OR might satisfy new Arrow of Light "Scouting Adventure" requirement #4.Most of all, IT'S FUN! Webelos will be able to take part in some of the same team building and problem solving challenges given to the older Scouts.A special area at the Klondike Derby will be set up for Webelos Dens to try out several of the stations at which the Boy Scout Troops compete. These stations will not require any special equipment or skills, but they will be fun challenges to help the Webelos work as a team and to solve a challenge while burning off some steam. After trying their hands at these stations, the Webelos can go to the main competition areas and observe the older Scouts as they try out the same problems while demonstrating some of their Scout skills, including fire-building and knot-tying. Dens do not need to bring any special equipment to the Klondike Derby.Everyone should be mindful of the weather and to dress appropriately. The boys will be outdoors the entire time they are at the Derby. Leaders are encouraged to bring a thermos of hot chocolate and some cups with them to keep their dens warm. Please bring a trash bag as well to carry out all the trash generated by the Den.Check-In:?Check-in begins at 12:30 PM at the entrance station to the park.Because parking is limited, carpooling is best. To reduce confusion, check in as one large group rather than individually. Lines are shorter later in the day - consider arriving at 2:30.Directions:?From Interstate 270 follow signs for Little Bennett Regional Park, take Exit 18- Route 121 North east to Clarksburg. At the second traffic light (Stringtown Rd & Route 355), turn left onto 355 and proceed north until you see the main entrance for Little Bennett on the right after the maintenance yard.Parking: Parking is available across from the main entrance at High Point Farm. Park your vehicle and walk across the street to register at the park entrance. Once you are in the park, follow the Polar Bear signs to find the Webelos activities. Be aware that available parking is very limited - therefore you need to carpool where possible. Parking is free.Clothing:?The Scout Uniform is to be worn at all events.?Supplement the Scout uniform with additional layers of clothing. Leaders must review with all participants the importance and principles of winter dressing.?No tennis shoes will be permitted.?Any attendee not properly prepared for the weather will be unable to participate in the activities. One of the most important requirements is knowing how to keep warm and dry. Each individual must know what to wear for winter weather. Winter weather, with changing conditions, necessitates being prepared for almost any condition. Cold weather camping requires adequate clothing and waterproof boots for protection and yet must be versatile enough to prevent sweating during activities and to retain warmth during idle periods. Wearing damp or wet clothing next to the skin during idle periods is a prime time for the body to become cold and could result later in hypothermia. A winter cap or hat and gloves or mittens are necessary during the day.If you are an adult accompanying Webelos, your registration means that you are responsible for ensuring that you and your Webelos will be dressed and prepared for cold weather at this cold weather event.Registration:;Cost is $5 per attendee, which includes the Klondike Derby patch, administrative items and insurance.;Each adult and boy must register to attend any part of the program, including drivers who stay for the program.Pre-registration is preferred,?but registrations are accepted on-site. Webelos check-in will take place at the park entrance station.More details may be obtained from the Potomac District website:For more information, email?Linda Smith(NEW)?- Philmont 2016 Openingsright000NCAC still has plenty of space available on two 2016 Philmont contingents:? P627 (6/25 or 26 - 7/9) and P718 (7/16 or 17 - 30).? For more information and a copy of the?unit-crew application?(disregard the 3/23-31 lottery submission dates),?NCAC is also accepting?provisional youth applications?and?adult advisor applications?for these contingents.??All provisional and unit crews will travel together under arrangements made by NCAC.? The standard estimated cost is $2500 per person and the shorter economy option is estimated at $2200 per person.? For more information, contact Virginia Ward by?email???or 571-643-2426.(NEW)?- National High Adventure 2017 Lottery DatesBSA National High Adventure bases sell out during summer seasons. They offer their slots by lottery.Sea Base (Florida) - lottery opens Jan. 15, 2016Northern Tier (Minnesota) - lottery opens Jan. 8, 2016?(UPDATE)?- University of Scouting - Sat., Feb. 28??right000??????????????????????????????????Premier Adult Leader training and social eventPick your day's schedule.?Cub Scout Leader speciality coursesBALOO (pack campout leaders)Boy Scout Leader speciality coursesAdventure (ex. outings) specialty courseVenturing Leader specialty courses? ? ?Venturing Advisor Specific Training? ? ?Varsity Leader Specific Training? ? ?Intro. to Leadership Skills in Crew, Ship, & Team (YOUTH)?? ??Intro. to Leadership Skills in Crew, Ship, & Team (ADULT)District Operations specialty coursesFeb. 28, 20167:30 AM to 5:00 PMat Hayfield Secondary SchoolAlexandria, VA$30 fee if pre-register by Feb. 21Info and Registration online** BALOO typically sells out quickly. Register soon **?(UPDATE)???Pinewood Derby Workshop -- January 23 -?ALMOST SOLD OUTright000Pack 706 of Our Lady of Mercy in Potomac, holds an annual Pinewood Derby (building) Workshop.?Saturday, January 23, 2016.?Only room for a small group of 1-5 more boys.Contact?Chris MacNamara?to inquirecell 301-704-8252?The sign-ups:??8:00 AM ? ? ? ??Pack 1461??9:00 AM?????????Pack 8??9:30 AM?????????Pack 56??10:00 AM???????Pack 773??10:30 AM???????Pack 204??11:00 AM ? ? ??Pack 52??11:30 AM ? ? ??Pack 101??12:00 noon ? ??Pack 817??12:30 PM????????Pack 817??1:00 PM??????????Pack 1306??1:30 PM??????????Pack 54??2:00 PM ? ? ? ? ?Pack 54??2:30 PM ? ? ? ? ?Pack 706Potomac District Life-to-Eagle Workshopright000Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00PM?Where:?Holy Cross School (Lewis Hall)4900 Strathmore AvenueGarrett Park, MD 20896?Presenters:Mr. Byron Lord, Eagle Chairman, Potomac District Advancement CommitteeGeorge Gadbois, Chairman, Potomac District Advancement Committee?The Potomac District Advancement and Recognition Committee's Life to Eagle (L2E) Conference is designed to provide a Scout with the information, procedures, and guidance he needs to have the opportunity to successfully advance to the rank of Eagle Scout. This conference is basically a must (not a requirement) for LIFE Scouts who are planning to earn the rank of Eagle Scout and is recommended for STAR Scouts who are about to earn LIFE and quickly traveling along the path to Eagle.?Conference content will cover the most current requirements and latest District procedures in these four main areas:?1. The seven application requirements2. The Eagle Service Project and completing the most current workbook3. Completing the most current Eagle Scout Rank Application4. Eagle Court of Honor information?Please download and read the following reference materials prior to attending the conference?*?2015 Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook??*?2016 Eagle Scout Rank Application (fillable PDF)??*Pre-registration is not required--All are welcome!?*This is a Class A uniformed event.?George Gadbois, Jr.Advancement Chair, Potomac District(NEW)?- Tiger 500 - Sat., March 5right000Calling all Tiger Cub Dens!Tiger Cubs and their Adult Partners will build a cardboard box "race car", display their car in a pre-race parade, and compete in a relay face against other Tiger dens.?Sat., March 59:30 to 11:30 AMin GaithersburgCost $5 per Tiger & Adult Partner pairInfo and required online registration?(NEW)?- Potomac Cub Day Camp --??Dates?Announced = July 25-29, 2016John Balbach?and his volunteer staff will return for another fun-filled Cub Day Camp in Potomac.Dates: ?July 25-29, 2016.Theme = Expedition: ?Galactic TrekCost = $190/person if paid by mid-AprilMore information and online registration coming in Feb.?(NEW)?- Cub Sleep-Away Summer Camp at Camp Snyder3-day Weekend?Sleep-Away Camp for Cub Scoutsat Camp William B. SnyderJuly 8-10July 15-17July 22-24July 29-31Basic info online now.?Online registration coming soon.Packs 52 and 60 raved about their adventures at Camp Snyder last summer!(UPDATE)?-- Major Calendar Dates 2015-16 - Potomac District & CouncilROUNDTABLES and OA Chapter Meetings:2nd Tuesday of month - except July??EVENTS:Jan. 15-17 ?- Klondike Derby - POC?Rachel Krishnan. Earl SmithJan. 23 - Pinewood Derby CONSTRUCTION workshop - POC?Chris MacNamaraJan. 24 - Life-to-Eagle Conference - POC?George GadboisFeb. ?6 ? ?- Boy Scout Merit Badge Day - POC?Brian McGaheyApril? 16 - District Pinewood Derby RACE - POC??Dave FitchApril ?22-24 -- Spring Order of the Arrow Ordeal - POC?Jerry BeaulieuMay 3 - District Adult Leader Recognition Dinner - POC?Chris SmithMay 10 - Program Launch - POC??Geoffrey WolfeMay 14 - Billy Goat hike - POC??Jerry BeaulieuJuly 25-29 - Potomac Cub Day Camp - POC?John BalbachCUB? LEADER TRAINING:Feb. 27 - University of Scouting - including BALOOMar. 12 - BALOOApr. 10 - BALOOBOY SCOUT ADULT LEADER TRAINING:?Feb. 27 - University of ScoutingMarch?5 - Scout Leader Specific (indoor)April?12 & 19 - Scout Leader Specific (indoor)April?17, 23 & 24?- Introduction to?Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) - campoutApr. 31- May 1 and June 3-5??June 3-4?-? Wood Badge, Intro. Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) - campout?VENTURING ADULT LEADER TRAINING:Feb. 27 - University of ScoutingMarch?5 - Venturing SpecificCharter Organization Representative (COR) Training?March 5, 2016Order of the ArrowNovember 1, 2015??? Election season opened?and continues through??May 31, 2016, POC?Jerry BeaulieuSources and Resources for the Potomac District??Events in Maryland:?? Barrel Service Project,?? A brief description of a service project open to scouts and Scouters in our district.?Digital Merit Badge Pamphlets??Flyer for 2017 JamboreeGeneral information-?Montgomery Service Area Training Calendar?-?:?? Under the category of "Citizenship?in the Community and the Nation," please see the linked?Note from the Board of Elections??Montgomery Parks FALL GUIDE 2015 --?? Wildlife Research Refuge,?Public Programs???Events CalendarYours in Scouting,Jim Schleckser, District Chair, 301-641-6174Mike Saunders, District CommissionerGeoffrey Wolfe, Newsletter EditorErin Gillette, District Executive, 202-744-0439??vacant, District Executive??Representing the Potomac District? National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaForward this emailAbout Us?|?Store Locator?|?Support?|?Site Map?|?Send Feedback?|?Careers?|?Verizon Thinkfinity?|?Contact Us?|?About Our Ads?|?Privacy Policy?|?Terms and ConditionsUse of Verizon websites is subject to user compliance with our?Website Terms of Use. ................
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