Mornin’, all! And welcome to our 3-minute Update on-location shoot today at Firelands Scout Reservation. Behind me are Scouts participating and staffing the 2021 NYLT course. When I asked the Scouts how their day was going, all 91 screamed “If You Can See it, You Can Be it!” Then I picked myself up off the ground, wiped the blood out of my ear, and thanked them for the update. That’s how things are going here, and let’s give you an update on the rest of the Scouting world:
We’ve got an update on advancement, beascout.org, the 75th Camporall, popcorn, Scout’s Own, the Eagle Scout dinner, and today’s fun fact.
Let’s start with advancement: this is a friendly reminder that all Cub Scouts are now working their next rank up. Any rank or elective advancements should get logged into Scoutbook now, and work on their next rank begins. Questions about Scoutbook or advancement should go to Member Care.
Next, let’s talk about beascout.org. If you know what that is, that’s a good thing! Remember, there are leads that come through from the outside, so you need to check your beascout pins regularly. Also remember to update them! If you don’t know I’m talking about, email member care right now asking “What is a beascout pin?” It’ll be the best 3 minute call for growing your pack ever!
Regarding the 75th Camporall, you need to know 2 things: 1, it’s going to rock your socks off! There will be good music, a midway with unique Scouting demonstrations, and FIREWORKS! Cost is $50, and the first half of that fee is due by July 1st. Contact Phil Williams or Noah Boksansky with registration questions.
It is also possible to sponsor a campsite for the 75th Camporall. Campsite sponsorships are available for units to commemorate their campsites with a unique sign, and you can also purchase a memorial brick for this event, which will be placed around the future, updated flag plaza in front of the Augustus Training Center. Contact me, Jake Brown, with sponsorship questions.
Switching gears, now is the time to sign up for popcorn! Will this be the best year for popcorn yet? That’s up to you, but we have the tools you need to make it so! Contact Kallee Kissling to get registered now.
And now for today’s fun fact: did you know that the Boy Scouts of America and Father’s Day’s observance as a national holiday both began in 1910? I asked my Dad if he remembers such momentous occasions. Now I live 90 minutes away from him. But I plan to win back his love and acceptance with 100% pure maple syrup, and 2 pairs of Thorlos socks. Because if there’s one thing he loves more than socks, it’s socks that were 20% off when you buy 2 pairs or more at the Cleveland Scout Shop. Your welcome, Dad! I gotcha a swingin’ deal!
Lastly, the Eagle Scouts of 2020 are cordially invited to the Eagle Scout Celebration on August 8th, at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica in Cleveland. Check the here to register.
And that’s a Scout’s Own syrup-covered breakfast wrap for this 3-minute update. Thanks for tuning in, and for keeping the Scouting flame burning bright. Toasted burrito!
