The Guide Council Newsletter: November 13, 2020 Edition

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From the Assistant Council Commissioner

New Options for submitting Charter Renewal Applications

  The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to become more flexible and to adapt how we deliver Scouting. While that’s certainly been true for units, it’s also true for the Council. 
  To give units more options and flexibility with the annual charter renewal process, the Council will be adding new ways for units to turn in their completed charter renewal applications.

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The new additional return options include:

1.  Mail their completed renewal to the Council Center for Scouting at:  2555 Northern Road,  Appleton, WI 54912.
2.  Drop off at the Council Center for Scouting.  Office hours are 8:00 am-4:00 pm Monday – Friday.
3. Drop off at one of the scheduled District Charter Turn-In events.  Please note: There will not be a face-to-face review of the charter renewal materials at these events due to Covid-19 safety protocols.
4. Meet individually with a local Commissioner or District field professional Scouter at a mutually agreeable time and place.

  Charter renewal applications should be returned in an envelope and clearly marked with the unit number and “Charter Renewal” so it is correctly routed.  District Charter Turn-In events dates can be found on the Council calendar, subject to local health department guidelines.   
  Charter renewal applications need to be reviewed to make sure they are complete and mistake free before they can be submitted for processing. Applications that are mailed or dropped off will be reviewed at the Council office. An email will be sent confirming that either the application is defect free and ready for processing or that corrections need to be made. If corrections are necessary, the email will give details on what needs to be done to resolve the issue.
  These additional options should make the charter renewal process a little more convenient during these challenging times. The council’s Internet Charter Renewal webpage gives you links to all the resources you’ll need to complete the charter renewal process.
  Units should complete the charter renewal process and submit their applications no later than December 21.
  Have questions about your unit’s charter renewal? Visit the updated information on the Internet Charter Renewal webpage, contact your Commissioner, or, send an email to BayLakesCommissionerHelp@gmail.com.

Yours in Scouting,

David Bainbridge
Assistant Council Commissioner

Charter Renewal Virtual Help Sessions

Join Assistant Council Commissioner, Dave Bainbridge, and Council Registrar, Jenn Neuville. for help with your unit charter renewal questions. During the sessions we will discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about the charter renewal process and online renewal system.
Following the FAQ session, Dave and Jenn will assist with individual questions posed by session attendees. Two virtual sessions will be available on the following dates. Click on the links for participation information: Monday, November 16 at 6:30 PM  AND/OR  Monday, December 7 at 6:30 PM.

Member Care Center Update

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In-Person Scouting Events and COVID-19

A Salute to Our Veterans

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Scouting@Home: Online Merit Badges

Giving Tuesday is December 1, 2020

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Eagle Scout Spotlight

SIDNEY BUCHMAN TROOP 817 GRAFTON, WI   Sidney Buchman, of Troop 817 in Grafton (Kettle Country District) was finally able to celebrate his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Oct. 24, rescheduled from March. He completed his Board of Review a year ago, Oct. 19, 2019. His scoutmaster is Mike Rose. For his Eagle Scout project Sidney created a comprehensive curriculum for a peer based mental health support group for Grace Lutheran Church. TREVOR VOGEL TROOP 834 NEW HOLSTEIN, WI   Trevor Vogel, of Troop 834 in New Holstein, WI, of the Lakeshore District, completed his Board of Review on October 1. His Scoutmaster is Dave Walber. For his project, he led a crew to make a rolling book shelf for the community’s public library. His court of honor is schedule for early next year.   Above, Trevor is shown with Library Director D. Hankins.

KAYLEE KOSIK TROOP 6002 KIMBERLY, WI   A resident of Kimberly, Kaylee Elizabeth Kosik completed her Eagle Board of Review on October 15 with Troop 6002 of Appleton, WI.   For her project, Kaylee led a team of fellow crew members and Scouts to make 48 “non sew” feminine hygiene bags that were donated to Saint Vincent DePaul. Kaylee’s projected Court of Honor is to be held on April 10, 2021, guidelines permitting. Kaylee is also a member of Venture Crew 9221 out of Combined Locks, WI. ELIJAH EISEN TROOP 1 APPLETON, WI Eagle Project at UWO-Fox Cities    The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh news service shared this story with us about Eagle Scout candidate, Elijah Eisen, who led a team to rejuvenate the community garden at the Fox Valley campus on Midway Road, Menasha, WI.   This was not the first time that the Eisen family and his troop have tended to this community resource. Read the full story here.

2021 Summer Camp Director Announcement

ScoutsBSA Summer Camp Registration is Open

Be a part of the year-long celebration of 100 years of Scouting in Bay-Lakes Council at 2021 summer camp. Prices are reduced for next summer. The Leader’s Guides are available on the Bay-lakes Camps website. Make your reservation now and get your preferred campsite or building.
  On the page where you find the Leader’s Guides, click on menu item “Make a Reservation” at the top right of the page, and then select your camp from the drop-down menu. Send a message to reservations@baylakescamps.org or call Laura Martin at (920) 734-5705 if you have any questions or need help with registration.

2021 Cub Scout and Webelos Summer Camp Registration Opens December 5th

  Get ready to register your Packs for summer camp at  Camp Rokilio, Gardner Dam, and Hiawatha on Saturday, December 5, starting at 9:00 AM Central, and will be available online from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Central,
A deposit of just $10 per person will be due upon registration. Staff will be available by phone at (920) 734-5705 to provide assistance and answer questions.
Follow this link for registration assistance and frequently asked questions.

Distinguished Conservation Award

National has just released the details of the new Distinguished Conservation Award, which takes the place of the former Hornaday Award. The new Distinguished Conservation Service Award is geared toward a Scout conducting 2 projects.
With the William T. Hornaday Award, a badge could be earned if a Scout conducted one service project. When the Boy Scouts of America’s National office made the decision to drop the Hornaday Award, it was decided to make some changes to help increase the number of Scouts willing to work on the awards.   Scouting’s higher awards required up to 4 projects, which was a major time commitment. It was believed that more Scouts would be willing to do two projects, making achieving the award more attainable. In doing this, a few levels we eliminated to avoid all of the confusion and duplication of awards.

Wood Badge 2021 Registration is Now Open

  Why do some units seem to run more smoothly than others? Why do some teams seem to manage change more effectively than others? Why do some people seem to have the ability to navigate the challenges of a busy schedule without breaking a sweat?
It is not an inherent quality that makes these units, teams, or people effective or efficient. Rather, it is leadership: whether at the personal, team, or organizational level, an individual with a vision; the ability to communicate it clearly; the willingness to let others contribute to it; and the drive to make a plan and work it provide advantages to the organizations, teams, and home to which that person belongs.
If that is the impact you want to have on your Scout unit, then Wood Badge is the training for you. Learn more about Wood Badge here and to begin your registration today!

STEM Challenge #4: Catapults

Are you ready to accept the Knight’s Challenge? This is STEM Challenge #4 and it’s all about catapults!
There are categories for every Scout from Lions & Tigers to Venturing & Sea Scouting. Don’t forget to try for some medieval bonus points! We can’t wait to see you charge the castle completing this Challenge.
There are many ways to complete the STEM Challenges, your imagination and the laws of physics are your only limitations. Please remember to follow all safety guidelines.
Check out the STEM Challenge video demonstration below with an example of how to complete the Knight’s Catapult Challenge, then download the Catapult Guidelines and Scoresheet to see how you can maximize your points.

Register today to participate in this or any of our past challenges!

Cooking Corner With Mr. K: Bratwurst Hash

Mr. K has released his latest recipe — the hearty and delicious BRATWURST HASH! Check out all of the delicious Brat flavors available at Miesfeld’s. Once you have picked your favorite flavor, download the recipe and watch his video demonstration for cooking instructions. Scoutmaster K shows you how good it looks.

 

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