Mornin’, all! And thanks for tuning in to this week’s three minute update. I’m Jake Brown, coming to you from quaint and quiet Gates Mills. Named after the man who owned the mill in town, Gates Mills is a land of white picket fences and beautiful scenery. It’s so nice, Bob Feller lived out his retirement there. If you’re looking for a scenic drive, I highly recommend it!
Okay, in this week’s three minute update, we have: Notes from National, Scouting for Food, Scout Shop Updates, the Annual Ride for Scouting, Camp Gray Improvements at Beaumont Scout Reservation, summer training opportunities, a note about the upcoming fall product sale, and Non-unit registration renewal.
Folks, you’ve heard me underscore the need to plan this summer, and as a reminder, there are some trainings coming up in July that will help you and your unit excel in planning your recruitment and fundraising efforts this fall. Sessions are scattered conveniently across the Council, in addition to being broadcast over Zoom. Register now for these courses, and send Mike Evano any questions or concerns you have.
Additionally, The upcoming fall product sale, which incorporates Scout’s Own and Trail’s End products, already has updates and news coming out for this fall. Unit Leaders should register for the sale at this link in order to be fully in the know. Questions go to Mike Evano.
The Annual Ride for Scouting is upcoming August 20th. Riders will convene and conclude their 80-mile day on the beautiful roads of Ashtabula County at Debonne Vineyards in Madison. Anyone who enjoys a beautiful day on their motorcycle is encouraged to attend. More information is available on our website, and fees include a food voucher and kickstand puck. Questions go to Jason Setser. Register now!
Cub Scouts: register now for S’More Cub Adventures! This Cub scout specific program at Firelands offers a family-friendly single-day or overnight camping experience focused on earning some of the adventure pins for your den level, in addition to doing the fun stuff camp has to offer like BB’s, climbing, and boating! Send Jess Weaver your questions.
The Lake Erie Crushers and Lake County Captains also have overnighters this August: register now!
Camp Gray in Beaumont is getting a facelift. The block wall upholding the flag pole in Camp Gray is getting redone, and you have the chance to leave a personalized legacy on the wall with an engraved block. Those interested in a block should go to this link to submit their message and pay the appropriate fees. Questions should go to Terri Andrews or Jeff Olree.
The Cleveland Scout Shop has a sale on Thorlos Socks: buy 2 or more pairs and get 25% off. The Firelands Scout Shop has summer hours in effect: they’re open Friday from 6-8 and Saturday from 10-2.
Lastly, if you are registered as a unit commissioner, assistant service area commissioner, or service area commissioner, as well as scouter reserve or college scouter reserve at the council level, or a nova counselor or supernova mentor: your registration will end on July 31, unless you renew. Notices will be sent to you via email. If you have any questions, please contact LEC Member Care.
And with that, that’s a wrap for this week’s three minute update! Thanks for all you do, and thanks for being you! See ya next week!
