Hello, Friends. My name is Kevin Wassie and this is the Lake Erie Council’s 3 minute update for the final week of February 2021. Today, I will be sharing information on the Scout’s Own Unit Funding Program, Next Month’s Wood Badge & NYLT Breakfast, The Unplug and Reconnect Campaign, and our Summer Camp offerings.
With over 25 years of experience in our programs, I know first-hand that the value of Scouting far exceeds the costs, but I also recognize that families need opportunities to help fund their Scouting adventures. That’s where the Lake Erie Council’s Scout’s Own Product Sale comes in. It is a great way to help your families by selling locally sourced, high quality products such as maple syrup and pancake mix. If you would like to learn more about this sale, we will be hosting Virtual Scout’s Own Trainings on February 25th and March 2nd. For more details, check out the Scout’s Own Facebook Page, visit the council calendar at LECBSA.org, or contact our Director of Product Sales, Kallee Kissling.
Speaking of virtual meetings, this year’s Wood Badge and NYLT Breakfast will be going online. This jam-packed, hour-long event will kick off 2021’s Wood Badge and National Youth Leadership Trainings. If you are unfamiliar, these are our premier leader training courses for adults and youth members of the Scouting program. The Virtual doors open at 8:30 AM on Saturday, March 13th. This event is great for past participants, future participants, or anyone looking for Scouting fellowship and fun. This is also your chance to support Wood Badge and NYLT by making a donation that will help provide scholarships and new program materials. Check out the council calendar for more details on the virtual breakfast or to sign-up to attend this year’s life-changing leadership courses.
Of course, we can’t change lives through our programs if we aren’t welcoming new families while also engaging our current Scouts. That’s where the Unplug and Reconnect Campaign comes into play. Hopefully your Scouting unit is already making plans to participate by hosting a hike on earth-day weekend, providing community service through the Scouts Trash the Trash Day on May 1st, and finally by hosting an engaging, social activity for current and prospective Scouting families. If you need help planning your events, please reach out to our Member Care- Service Team by e-mail at LECMemberCare@scouting.org or by phone at 216.861.6060. We’re always here to help
Finally, don’t forget to start planning your Summer Scouting Adventures. Week 1 of BSA Resident Camp at Beaumont Scout Reservation is already full. Register now so you don’t miss your chance to have an amazing adventure this summer. We will be offering Scouts BSA resident Camp, Adventure Day Camp for Cub Scouts, Family Camping Weekends at Firelands and Beaumont Scout Reservations, and so much more. I cannot wait to see you at camp this summer!
As always please like and share this video with your Scouting family and thank you for keeping the Scouting flame burning bright.
