Hey everyone! I’m Tyler Matthews coming to you from Tappan Square in Oberlin, where this weekend they will have their annual illumination as part of their college commencement weekend. The whole square is lit up with over 1300 Japanese lanterns, and features music, food, art, and more! Take some time to check it out! With that, let’s get into this week’s news.
Let’s start with the most exciting news of the week! Beaumont and Firelands are getting new beds! It is the end of the road for the World War II era army cots! No more waking up like a taco! Through a generous donation from Case Western Reserve University, we will be receiving college dormitory furniture to significantly upgrade our cabins on both properties. However, to make this big upgrade happen, we need a lot of help! We are assembling as large a group as possible to help us empty 4 dormitories on Case Western Reserve campus on Thursday, May 30 (and possibly Friday, May 31). In addition to beds and mattresses, we will also be loading some dressers, desks, and desk chairs. Lunch will be provided and there will be plenty of water on hand. If you or anyone else you know can help us on either or both days, please sign up at THIS LINK
Are you looking for a summer Job? Do you want to spend your summer out at camp? Well then look no further than Beaumont Scout Reservation. Open positions include Kitchen, Lifeguards and maintenance. Apply now at lecbsa.org/camp-staff or contact Joe, Dan or Anthony!
Our National Service Territory will be hosting a Youth Protection webinar on Thursday, May 30th from 5:00-6:00 PM. This webinar is an opportunity for Chartered Organizations and volunteer leaders to hear about best practices in prevention and information regarding youth protection trends. Register in advance for this webinar here.
Mobile rock wall training is happening on May 28th at the unit service center from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. This training is open to first-timers and for those who need their annual renewal on rock wall training. Register and send any questions to Mike Zeber.
The council-wide pinewood derby and Swings N’ Things overnight event is happening on Saturday, June 8th. The price is $25 and the first 100 scouts to register get a patch to commemorate the event. In addition to the pinewood derby, campers will get access to Go-karts, batting cages, mini golf, and the arcade. register now, and you can contact Julia Hearne with any questions.
We are rescheduling the Scouting Influencer BBQ to June 13th at 6:00 pm, here at the unit service center. If you are interested in learning what you can do to help grow scouting, you can register now and send your questions to Michelle.
Here’s an exciting opportunity! Lake Erie Council is offering a free Lifeguard training course. In exchange, we’re just asking for folks who are willing to volunteer for a couple of weekends S’more camp weekends. The training is at Firelands, on June 7th, 8th, and 9th, plus a short Zoom class. Register here and send questions to Jess.
S’more camps are coming up! Registration is open for all 4 fun filled weekends! June 21st-24th and July 19th-22nd are the two weekends for S’more cub adventures, July 12th-15th is S’more Webelo adventures, and August 2nd-5th is S’more Scout adventures. Contact Jess Weaver with questions about any of these 4 weekends.
Stay mentally awake this summer and become a Scouting Summer Scholar! Scouts can stay engaged academically throughout the summer going to “Scout School at Home” where learning is always fun and hands on! In order to encourage scouts to stay on their toes with all the changes in schools this year, we have developed a fun and engaging way to keep scouts learning all summer long. For more information, check out our website.
There is still time to register for this year’s wood badge course! Book your seat on the Starship Gilwell today!
That’s it for this week, and don’t forget the office will be closed on Monday May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. So, until next time- Stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of scouting alive!
