By demonstrating dedication to five of Scouting’s core values, Cub Scouts and others can earn award ribbons to hang from the 100th Anniversary Commemorative patch. A Year of Celebration, A Century of Making a Difference is fun, engaging and—most importantly—shows America the impact of Scouting through its commitment to these values. A Year of Celebration will be in effect from Sept. 1, 2009, through Dec. 31, 2010.

To get the requirement click here to download the pdf.

Shac information

The BSA 100 patch (earn the ribbons) is available at the scout shop for 1.99 each. Leaders track and will need to purchase the ribbons through the website.

The summer schedule is out for the pack.  Signup starts on May 21st at the Graduation ceremony.  Some of these events require advance payment.

Have a great summer.  Download the schedule here.

Day camp is next week and we want to make sure that everyone is prepared.  Please download the pack daycamp cheatsheet and daycamp leaders guide to help you prepare for daycamp.

• Leaders Guide
• Printable parents cheap sheet

Things to bring daily:

1. Camp t-shirt
2. Bandana
3. Closed toe shoes
4. Hat
5. Camp water cup
6. Sunscreen and Bug Spray
7. Rain poncho
8. Sack lunch (labeled with name); NON-PERISHABLE only, there is a $1,000 fine for perishable goods not properly refrigerated.  DO NOT bring them. 
9. Non-carbonated drink to go with lunch
10. Trading post card (if post is available)
11. Bucket to sit on (5 gallon with lid)

Things NOT to bring:

No knives, axes, toys and electronics of any kind should be left at home, as these items are not appropriate gear for camp.

Daily Schedule:

July 3, 2010 the Oakwood Glen association wil be holding there annual 4th of July parade. Starting at 8:30am there will be a flag ceremony followed by the parade.

Class A uniform is required for this event.

We will get together the day before to decorate the trailer and run through the ceremony with the boys.

For those of you unfamiliar with this activity, it starts at the OWG back park  around 8:30 a.m. and ends at the OWG swimming pool where everyone gathers to swim and eat. There are usually hotdogs, nachos or pizzas provided by the neighborhood association. So bring your swim suits too!

When: June 15, 2010 through June 18, 2010 - 8:00am-2:30PM

Location: Spring Creek Park Map Location

Deadline for turning in Early registration is Sunday, March 28. Please turn into Juli Schroeder, email her at daycamp@mypack1550.org.

Den Walker Training:

All unit leaders that are going to be a Den Walker for Day Camp MUST attend one of the following mandatory training dates.

• May 15, 2010 - Location TBA starting at 9:00 am
• May 24, 2010 - Location TBA starting at 7:00 pm
• June 5, 2010 - Location TBA starting at 9:00 am

Staff Training: June 12, 2010 at Spring Creek Park, starting at 8:00 am

Important Forms and Information.

• 2010 Day Camp Forms Packet
• 2010 Registration Primer
• 2010 Background Check How To
• 2010 Background Check Example
• 2010 Health Form
• 2010 Leaders Guide - this was from leaders training.

Just a few reminders:

1.  All adults, including Tiger Partners, are required to be a registered BSA Adult with Youth Protection Training and Criminal Background / Sex Offender Search. Please see links above.
2. Each pack participating at Day Camp is required to provide AT LEAST one adult filling a staff position for every 15 campers and 1 Camp Walker for every 4 boys registered.
3. Medical Forms to be attached to application is the current BSA 2010 Health Form. You can find the form on the website. Portions A and C are required.
4. Deadline for early registration is April 1, 2010 (before Roundtable) from 5:30-7:00 pm at LDS TC Jester Building. Deadline for standard registration is April 19, 2010 from 5:30-7:00 pm at St Dunstan's Church in the Parish Hall. Deadline for late registration is May 6, 2010 (before Roundtable) from 5:30-7:00 pm at LDS TC Jester Building. This registration also included Tiger Cubs and new scouts whom joined during the Spring Rally.

NOTE: ALL SCOUTS AND ADULTS MUST REGISTERED WITH BSA AND SHOW UP ON A UNIT'S ROSTER. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT ALL NEW APPLICATIONS ARE TURNED INTO COUNCIL IN A TIMELY MANNER.

May of you should already know that Graduation is May 21st at Champions Forest Baptist Church.  The ceremony will be held in the student minstries building which is the same place as the blue and gold banquet.

We will have programs available, but if you would like your own copy you can download it here.

Please arrive by 7pm for us to start promptly.  See you there.

What is Lemonade Day?

Lemonade Day is a FUN, FREE, community wide, educational initiative where KIDS learn to start, own and operate their own business.

Kids of all ages learn to set goals, develop a business plan, establish a budget, seek investors, provide customer service, and give back to their community.

Click here to see more about this event.