Hey everyone! I’m Tyler Matthews coming to you from week 2 of summer camp at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Lots of great news this week, so let’s get right into it!
Despite enjoying this beautiful summer weather, it’s already time to start thinking about all the things happening this fall! Fall kickoff meetings are starting soon in a neighborhood near you. July 24th in Ohio City, July 25th in Solon, July 31st in Shaker Heights, August 1st in both Parma and Mentor, and August 3rdat Firelands Scout reservation. More information will be released in the coming weeks, but for now you can reach out to your Unit Service Executive with any questions.
Popcorn is also right around the corner! If your unit has not committed to this year’s popcorn sale yet, now is the time! To register for the sale and to see dates for popcorn trainings head over to lecbsa.org/popcorn. Additionally, if your unit did not sell popcorn last year, but is thinking about getting back into it this year, reach out to Heather for a special offer.
It’s time for our annual Scouting for Food drive! Over 2 weekends in august, scouts will ask the community to donate food for our local food pantries! Door hangers will be available using the link on the council calendar, and patches will be available soon. Reach out to Chelsea with any questions.
The CLE Flag Project invites artists, designers, and Greater Cleveland community members to submit flag designs that capture the city's unique pride and spirit in a contest for a new city flag. Submissions are open and will be accepted online or via mail until July 19. The top three finalists will receive $1,000 each, with the winner receiving an additional $2,000. For more information, visit CLEflag.org
The Adventure Lab Fall Program Guide is now LIVE! Check it out at CLEadventurelab.org! You can also sign up for our Summer Badge Lab series, offering over 2 dozen different badges in July and August, through the calendar link on CLEadventurelab.org!
Next up is a Leave No Trace Level I Instructor course, open to registered members 18 or older. This course is ideal for people who would like to teach Leave No Trace to others in the unit or in the community. Registration is limited to 12 attendees.
Second is a Leave No Trace Recreational Skills course. It provides practical knowledge that units can use on high adventure treks, backpacking trips or even in Cub Scout outdoor programs. This course is open to youth members ages 14-17 in addition to adults 18 or older. It also fulfills the requirement for the National Medal for Outdoor Achievement, part of the National Outdoor Awards program. Registration for this course is limited to 24 attendees. Navigate your way to the council calendar for more information and to register. Send your questions to Joe
The FEST is happening on Sunday, August 4th. Volunteers are needed to help with the mobile climbing wall, scouting activities, and the evening mass procession. Register at theFEST.us and send your questions to Anthony DaFonseca.
That’s it for this week! Stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive!
