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PROGRAM
GUIDE
What’s Inside…
Detailed Index
page 3
Contact
Information
page 4
Fall Recruiting
page 5
Tigers, Cubs, &
Webelos
pages 6-7
Advancement
page 8
Special Needs
page 9
STEM
page 9
Venturing
page10
Attend your district’s August Roundtable
and Fall Recruitment Kickoff:
BOY SCOUTS
OF AMERICA
LEWIS & CLARK COUNCIL
04 Cahokia Mounds
06 Piasa Bird
06 Black Gold
06 St. Clair
06Kaskaskia
Community
page11
Camping
pages 12-18
Program
page 19
Fundraising
pages 20-24
Training
pages 25-32
Support Scouting
pages 33-34
Council Calendar
pages 35-54
MyScouting Tools
page 55
Attend Your District’s Program Preview & Take The
Time To Plan Your Program
A
successful Scouting program involves proper
planning. Whether this is your first or 50th year
planning a Scouting program, there are tools available
to help you through the process.
One of the most important tools is this annual
Program Guide, which contains schedules and program
information. Extra copies are available at the council
service center, from your district executive, or online.
During your Program Preview, you will get the
latest information on School Night to Join Scouting,
district events, and important dates. Camping,
advancement, training, and activities committees will
make presentations and have important information
about unit fundraising opportunities.
Other helpful items to assist you in planning your
program year include:
•Cub Scout Program Planning: Cub Scout Leader
Book, Chapter 24, pages 24-1 to 24-13
Alicia Lifrak
Scout Executive/CEO
•Boy Scout Program Planning: Scoutmasters
Handbook, pages 79-84
•Venturing: Venturing Leader Manual, pages 45-50
•Cub Scout and Boy Scout Program Helps
•Pack and troop program planning charts and
other resources (scouting.org/BoyScouts/Adults/
Publications.aspx and scouting.org/cubscouts/
resources)
•School and community calendars
These tools provide information necessary for
building a program for your unit and information on
council and district activities. Plan to have a program
planning picnic or meeting before September. A wellplanned program will be enjoyable and meaningful for
youth members and leaders. For more tips, see page 5.
Bob Graebe, Jr.
Council President
Elisa D’Antonio
Council Commissioner
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices
over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
I NDE X
Advancement
Boy Scout Advancement Day. . . . . . 8
Rank Advancement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-54
Camp Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Camp Joy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Camp Sunnen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Camp Vandeventer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Camp Warren Levis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Camping
Camperships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Camp Properties
Camp Joy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Camp Sunnen. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Camp Vandeventer. . . . . . . . . 16
Camp Warren Levis. . . . . . . . . 16
Cub Adventure Camp. . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cub Scout Day Camp. . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cuboree Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dad & Lad Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Leadership Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mom & Me Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Order of the Arrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Reservations, Resident Camp . . . . 14
Reservations, Year-Round. . . . . . . 14
Tour Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Twilight Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Council Service Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cub Launch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Finance & Program Planning
Program & Unit Planning . . . . . . . . 20
Fund Raising
Camp Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Good Turn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Haunted Hayride. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Learning for Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Merit Badge Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Multicultural Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
My.Scouting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
NESA Advancement Day. . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Order of the Arrow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Popcorn Sale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Rechartering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Recruitment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Roundtables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 29
Scout Nights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safe Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Scouting for Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Soles4Souls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Special Needs Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
STEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Summertime Pack Award . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Support Scouting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Tour Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Training
BALOO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Boy Scout Leader. . . . . . . . 26, 29, 31
Challenge Course Certification. . . . 25
Chartered Org Rep. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Climbing Tower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Crew Advisor Training. . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cub Scout Leader. . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
District Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
District Roundtables. . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Exploring Leader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Fast Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Intro to Leader Skills for Crews. . . . 31
Intro to Outdoor Lder Skills. 26, 29, 32
Leave No Trace Training. . . . . . . . . 25
National Youth Leadership
(NYLT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Online Learning Center. . . . . . . . . . 28
Paddle Craft Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Rock Climbing/Rappelling
Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
This Is Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troop Committee Challenge. . . . . . 31
Unit Commissioner. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Unit Leader High Adv Training. . . . 25
University of Scouting. . . . . . . . . . . 27
Varsity Leader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 32
Venturing Leader . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 31
Wilderness First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Wood Badge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Youth Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
Venturing
Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Leader Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Website Resources
Lewisandclarkbsa.org
• Primary Council Website
• Local Events, Dates, Contacts
Myscouting.org
• Youth Protection Training
• Leader E-Learning
• Internet Advancement
• Internet Recharter
• BeAScout Membership Management
• Journey to Excellence
Visit lewisandclarkbsa.org for the latest news in local Scouting.
Scouting.org
• Primary National BSA Website
• Program Info and Support
• Marketing and Membership Resources
My.Scouting.org
• Member Manager
• Training Manager
• Commissioner Tools
• Organization Manager
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CO U N C I L
S ERVI CE
CE NT E R
l e w i s a n d cl a r k b s a . o r g
Council Service Center
335 West Main Street • Belleville, IL 62220
618.234.9111 • FAX: 618.234.5670
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed Holidays and Weekends
Summer Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Belleville Meyer Scout Shop
335 West Main Street • Belleville, IL 62220
618.222.1574 • FAX: 618.222.1637
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Nov - Aug)
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Sept - Oct)
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Dates, times, and fees in this Program Guide are current as of press date and are subject to change.
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RECRU IT IN G/RE CHART E RI N G
Fall Season Brings New Members
F
all membership recruitment is vital
to our success in serving the youth
of our community. The most effective
method of fall recruitment is School
Night for Scouting (SNFS).
Recruitment nights are held by school
districts during August and September.
Ideally, private and parochial schools will
conduct their SNFS on the same evening
as the public schools in their geographic
area.
Scouting is promoted to prospective
parents by having Scouting
representatives to answer questions
and a display at school open houses.
These displays allow units to present
information about their program and the
benefits of Scouting. Youth and parents
can sign up during the event.
Prior to SNFS, classroom visits are
made to invite elementary‑age boys to
join and to provide take-home materials.
The most successful recruitment
includes personal phone calls to parents
by leaders having an organized program
plan and recruitment event.
Contact your district executive for
more information at 618.234.9111.
Keep Your
Unit Running
Smoothly
Five Steps
For Planning Success
1. Review the past year’s work.
Build on last year’s successes.
Analyze the problems and try to
solve them.
2. Use the planning tools mentioned on these pages.
3. Take into consideration the
council and district events that
are scheduled and build your
program around them.
4. Don’t forget to include Cub
Scout Adventure Camp, summer camp, Blue & Gold banquets, Courts of Honor, a family
Friends of Scouting presentation, and parent nights into your
schedule.
5. Distribute your plan to parents
and your chartered organization.
Get Organized
In drawing up your pack, troop,
crew, or post annual plan, don’t
forget that many dates may cause
conflicts such as:
•Your chartered organization’s
regular events and special activities; events that might call
for a unit service project.
Recharter Your Unit Via Internet
A
ll units now complete their recharter
online. Internet Rechartering allows
you to renew your unit’s charter and perform other administrative tasks for your
unit. Links for help and a tutorial will
guide you through the process.
Internet Explorer 9 or earlier is the
required browser. Instructions for using
later Explorer browsers are listed on the
Internet Rechartering web page.
Each adult leader must complete
Youth Protection Training and renew this
training every 24 months as a requirement to recharter.
Note: All units must recharter by their
December 15th deadline. There is no
longer a 60-day grace period.
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•Unit leader’s calendar: family
birthdays, anniversaries, vacation, community responsibilities, etc.
•Religious holidays and observances — your own and other
faiths represented in the unit.
•Scout activities, sports, exam
periods, vacation, plays, concerts, art festivals, graduation,
etc.
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T I GE RS ,
C U B S , The First Scouting Step Is To Be A Tiger
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he Tiger program is an exciting introduction to Scouting for
first‑grade (or 7‑year‑old) boys and their adult partners. This
program is intended to open up the world to inquisitive young
minds, guided by caring adults.
The Tiger den program runs on two levels. First, Scout and
his adult partner meet weekly to do activities centered around the
family. Second, the Scout and adult partner meet with the rest of
the Tiger den to fulfill Den Activity and Go See It requirements.
The program is designed to operate on a casual and relaxed basis
— simply fun for a boy and his adult partner.
Tiger dens provide a great resource for new adult leaders.
Packs should prepare for Tiger recruiting by selecting a Tiger
den leader prior to their fall recruitment.
For more information about Tigers, contact your district executive, and see page 8 for the path of advancement.
Cub Scout Launch Provides Cubs’ First Scouting
Adventure
A
ll Cub Scouts and their families are invited to a special day
held at several locations throughout the council to see what
Cub Scouting is all about.
Cub Scouts, their siblings, and parents are invited to Cub
Scout Launch to experience some of the many fun activities and
programs in Cub Scouts.
Ask your Scout: Would you like to...
• Blast paint balls out of a
• Make your own rope?
slingshot?
• Shoot a BB gun?
• Cook over a real fire?
• Make cool art projects?
• Climb a wooden monkey
• Get your first Scout badge?
bridge?
Cubs can do all that in one day at Cub Scout Launch! Cost is
$5 per Cub Scout and sibling.
For more information, visit
http://www.scoutingevent.com?15LCCCSLaunch
Cub Scout Launch
Saturday, October 3 - Camp Vandeventer
Saturday, October 10 - Camp Joy
Saturday, October 17 - Camp Warren Levis OR O’Fallon Sportsmen’s Club
All Launches are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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&
WEB E LO S
Haunted Hayride
he quiet woods of Camp Warren Levis in Godfrey, Illinois,
are transformed into a haunted forest Friday and Saturday
nights in October for the annual Haunted Hayride. This family
friendly event includes a 15-20 minute hay wagon ride through
the haunted trails of the camp. Expect to see several ghosts and
goblins roaming the area and multiple haunted sites throughout your tour. Before or after your ride, be sure to stop by the
concessions area for refreshments including hot apple cider, hot
chocolate, hot dogs, soft drinks and more. Enjoy your refreshment or visit with friends around the always burning camp fire.
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All ages are welcome at the Haunted Hayride, making it the
perfect activity for Cub Scout Packs, youth groups, sports teams
and other organizations. Boy Scout Troops and Venture Crews
are welcome to serve as haunters.
The Haunted Hayride is open Friday and Saturday nights
from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. on October 16, 17, 23 and 24. This event
is open to the public.
2015 Haunted Hayride • Camp Warren Levis
Friday, October 16 & Saturday, October 17
•
Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24
Summertime Is Fun Time For Cub Scouts
P
lan to give the members of your pack
a quality Cub Scout program in the
summer months and earn the National
Summertime Pack Award, too.
A boy registers for a year and deserves
a full year of Cub Scout fun and activities.
Having a summer program keeps a pack
healthy, parents interested, and Cub
Scouts eager to register for another year.
Your pack must qualify before dens and
individual Cub Scouts may be recognized
with the Summertime Pack Award.
All the pack must do is plan and
conduct a monthly pack activity for June,
July, and August. The whole idea is to
keep your pack together and to do things
during the summer when boys have plenty
of free time.
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After conducting these three
activities, the pack qualifies for the pack
award. Download the application from
lewisandclarkbsa.org, complete the
information, and submit it to the council
service center.
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A DVA N C E M E N T
Scouts Grow As They Advance In Rank
A
dvancement is the process by which youth members of the
Boy Scouts of America progress from rank to rank. It is
simply a means to an end and not an end in itself. That end is
embodied in the principles listed below.
The Scout:
•Experiences personal growth.
•Learns by doing.
•Progresses at his or her own rate.
•Is recognized for his or her ability — not just achievement
— with awarding of the badge.
•Works toward Scouting ideals.
Cub Scouts
On the advancement trail, Cub Scouts follow this path:
Bobcat — required of all Cubs as first step
Tiger — age 7
Wolf — age 8 or completed first grade
Bear — age 9 or completed second grade
Webelos — age 10 or completed third grade
Arrow of Light — highest rank in Cub Scouting
Boys must earn the Bobcat rank prior to starting the Tiger
rank. The requirements for the Bobcat rank are in the back of the
Tiger Handbook.
The Bobcat badge of rank is worn on the uniform just under
the button of the left‑hand pocket. The Tiger badge is positioned
just below the Bobcat badge when the Scout earns it. The Wolf
and Bear badges are placed side‑by‑side just below the Bobcat
badge.
The Arrow of Light Award is the only Cub Scout badge that
can be worn on the Boy Scout uniform when a boy graduates
into a troop. Adult leaders who earned the Arrow of Light Award
when they were young may also show their achievement by
wearing a special square knot on their adult uniforms.
Boy Scout Merit Badges
During the program year, the council offers several merit badge
skill centers, and the Eagle Scout Association holds a merit badge
day (see below). Information about merit badge days can be
found on the Council website at lewisandclarkbsa.org.
Boy Scout NESA Merit Badge Day Is August 29
he Eagle Scout Association will hold the annual Merit Badge Day on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at Camp Joy.
The program helps Scouts complete merit‑badge work that they started at summer camp. More information
will be given to Scoutmasters at council summer camps and can be found in the GPS and at
lewisandclarkbsa.org.
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SPEC I AL
NE E DS
&
S TE M
Scouts With Special Needs
Have Many Opportunities
STEM Helps Prepare Scouts
For Today And The Future
P
S
rograms and resources are offered within the council
for Scouts with disabilities or needs requiring special
services. Scout leaders are encouraged to include Scouts
with disabilities into regular units where appropriate.
Children with learning disabilities, hearing or vision
impairments, mild to moderate
intellectual disability or developmental delay, or orthopedic handiUniversity of
caps can often participate satisfacScouting 2016
torily in regular Scouting units.
includes role‑play
Non‑disabled Scouts can
courses,
hands‑on
benefit from the experience of
experiences, and
working and playing alongside
many new learning
Scouts with special needs.
opportunities.
Adult Training
Mark your calendar
for Jan. 30!
Volunteers with experience working with Scouts with special needs
can provide information, guidance,
resources and support to Scouts and leaders regarding
physical and social disabilities that hinder a youth from
full participation in the Scouting program.
Additional resources include presentations at University of Scouting, Roundtables, camporees, and
other training opportunities; presentations on a
unit level, providing information on a specific
topic and rank advancement; parent‑Scouter
conferences; and a leader mentor program.
Topical resource materials available include
A.D.D., bullying, autism/Asperger’s, asthma,
diabetes, Down’s syndrome, epilepsy, and hearing, motor, speech, or visual impairment.
TEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics: disciplines that are considered by many to be the foundation of an advanced society. In many forums, including political,
governmental, and academic, the strength of the STEM workforce is
viewed as an indicator of a nation’s ability to sustain itself.
To engage youth members in science, technology, engineering,
and mathematics, the Boy Scouts of America created program initiatives that emphasize STEM in the context of the current advancement programs.
The BSA’s STEM initiative gives Scouts an opportunity to explore relevant skills and experiences and to be recognized for their
achievements. The aim is to expose youth to new opportunities and
help them develop the STEM skills critical for the competitive world
marketplace.
NOVA & SUPERNOVA Awards
Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers can earn NOVA and SUPERNOVA Awards by completing individual activity elements in
various STEM topics structured for each Scout’s level. These topics
are designed to encourage participation and to increase interest in
STEM by making it relevant and fun.
By engaging our Scouts with STEM, we are creating a brighter
future for all and staying ahead of the curve on technology.
Visit scouting.org/stem for more information and resources.
STEM Merit Badge Day
November 7, 2015; SIUE
Resources
The Council is committed to providing leadership and information to help Scouts with disabilities and their unit leaders by offering:
•guidance in unit issues and information for assistant
district commissioners.
•tips on how to have a successful camping experience.
•resources for youths with special needs to advance
in the Scouting program.
•training at council, district, and unit levels.
•advancement information.
For more information about Special Needs Scouting,
visit scouting.org/filestore/pdf/510-071.pdf.
Visit lewisandclarkbsa.org for the latest news in local Scouting.
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VENTU R I N G
P ROGRAM
For information about becoming a Venturer, starting
a Venturing crew, or sponsoring a Venturing crew,
call 618.234.9111.
What Is Venturing?
V
enturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America
for young men and women who are 14
(or have completed the eighth grade) to
20 years old.
Venturing’s purpose is to provide
positive experiences to help young people
mature and to prepare them to become
responsible and caring adults.
Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth, adult
leaders, and organizations in their communities. Local community organizations
establish a Venturing crew by matching
their people and program resources to the
interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of exciting
and meaningful activities that helps youth
pursue their special interests, grow, develop leadership skills, and become good
citizens.
Goals
Young adults involved in Venturing will:
•Learn to make ethical choices over
their lifetimes by instilling the values
of the Scout Oath and Law.
•Experience a program that is fun and
full of challenge and adventure.
•Become a skilled training and program resource for Cub Scouts, Boy
Scouts, and other groups.
•Acquire skills in the areas of high
adventure, sports, arts and hobbies,
religious life, or Sea Scouting.
•Experience positive leadership from
adult and youth leaders and have
opportunities to take on leadership
roles.
•Have a chance to learn and grow in a
supportive, caring, and fun environment.
Methods
The aims of the Boy Scouts of America
are to build character, develop citizenship, and foster personal fitness. The Venturing methods listed below have been
carefully designed to achieve the aims of
the Boy Scouts of America and meet the
needs of young adults.
Leadership: All Venturers are given
opportunities to learn and apply proven
leadership skills. A Venturing crew is led
by elected crew officers. The Venturing
Leadership Skills Course is designed for
all Venturers and helps teach them in an
active way to lead effectively.
Group Activities: Venturing activities are interdependent group experiences
in which success is dependent on the
cooperation of all. Learning by doing in
a group setting provides opportunities for
developing new skills.
Adult Association: Youth officers
lead the crew and, with activity chairs,
work closely with adult leaders in a spirit
of partnership.
Recognition: Recognition comes
through the Venturing advancement pro-
gram and through the acknowledgement
of a youth’s competence and ability by
peers and adults.
The Ideals: Venturers are expected
to know and live by the Scout Oath and
Law, promising to be faithful in religious
duties, treasure their American heritage,
help others, and seek truth and fairness.
High Adventure: Venturing’s emphasis on high adventure helps provide
team‑building opportunities, new meaningful experiences, practical leadership
application, and lifelong memories.
Teaching Others: All Venturing
awards require Venturers to teach what
they have learned to others. By doing so,
Venturers are better able to retain the skill
or knowledge taught, gain confidence in
their ability to speak and relate to others,
and acquire life‑long skills in a hobby or
occupation.
2015-16 SCHEDULE
Fall Fun Rally • Sept. 25-27, 2015 • Beaumont Scout Reservation • Don’t miss the excitement of the rally and the largest
Venturing event in the country! It’s a full weekend with specialty events: horseback rides, rock climbing, dances, inflatable
obstacle course, rifle range, displays, and competitions.
Scouting for Food • Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015 • Local Food Pantries • Help staff collection sites during the largest
one‑day food drive in the St. Louis and Metro East Region. (Bag drop off will be Saturday, November 14, 2015.)
ILSC • Feb. 26 - 28, 2016 • Camp Vandeventer • A weekend of leadership training and fun with your friends! At
“Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews” (ILSC), Venturers will gain leadership experience and skills through interactive
games and sessions.
Explore Venturing • Apr. 29 - May 1, 2016 • Camp Warren Levis • Join us for rifle and handgun shooting and
competitions, glow stick capture the flag, movies under the stars, ILSC, a cook off, luau, and more!
Other Activities • Year‑round: rock climbing, camping areas/cabins, sailing and canoeing, rappelling tower, high ropes
and challenge course; summer camp at Camps Joy or Sunnen.
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COM M UNIT Y
Multicultural Markets/
Learning For Life Delivers
Programs To All Youth
he objective of the Multicultural Markets/Learning for Life
(formerly Scoutreach) approach is to deliver a Scouting
program to all youth in urban and rural areas by tailoring the
program to meet the needs of individual communities, while
continuing to promote a quality Scouting program in existing
areas with Scouting.
Multicultural Markets is also about pooling community
resources in an effort to:
•Create awareness in the community.
•Foster partnerships with other organizations in the
community.
•Develop independent, self‑perpetuating local Cub Scout
packs, Boy Scout troops and Venturing crews.
•Increase the involvement of Hispanic, Vietnamese,
Bosnian, Asian, and African American communities.
Through Multicultural Markets, the council provides the
following programs:
• Program Aides — Part‑time council employees
responsible for delivering school and institution based
programs in East St. Louis, Madison, Venice, and Alton.
•Camperships — The council provides financial assistance
to Scouts who need help attending camp at our properties.
•Learning for Life (LFL) — LFL offers seven
programs designed to support schools and community
based organizations in their efforts to prepare youth to
successfully handle the complexities of contemporary
society and to enhance their self-confidence, motivation,
and self-esteem. LFL programs help youth develop social
and life skills, assist in character development, and help
youth formulate positive personal values. It prepares youth
to make ethical decisions that will help them achieve their
full potential.
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For more information about Multicultural Markets and
Learning For Life, contact Claire Nordmann at 618.234.9111 or
claire.nordmann@scouting.org.
Scouting For Food
Good Turn Is Set
For November 14 & 21
S
couting for Food is one of the most exciting and rewarding
good turn projects ever developed by a local Boy Scout
council. It is an event that captures the attention of all the
council’s members, as well as the general public. It is also an
event that is a meaningful program opportunity for all units and
youth members.
Distribution of collection bags to
homes takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14,
followed by collection on Saturday, Nov.
21, of bags containing canned goods to
be delivered to designated collection
areas.
All Cub packs, Scout troops, Varsity
teams, Venturing crews, and Explorer
posts are invited to participate. Kickoff
occurs during September District Round­
tables and materials can be picked up at
October District Roundtables
During the annual Scouting for Food
Good Turn last year, our council collected more than 1 million
cans of food, which supplied pantries throughout the Lewis &
Clark Council for approximately three months.
The need in our area is great. With the assistance of your pack,
troop, team, post, or crew, we could make an even greater impact
in feeding the hungry this year.
2nd Annual
Soles4Souls Shoe
Drive
M
ark your calendars and save your shoes for the 2nd Annual
Soles4Souls shoe drive on the National Day of Service,
September 11th. In 2014, the Lewis & Clark Council kicked
off the first annual Soles4Souls shoe drive in an effort to collect 25,000 pairs of used shoes to be delivered to those in need
all around the world. What happened next was nothing short of
miraculous. Scouts, Scouters, and community patrons came in
droves and donated over 33,000 pairs of shoes!
Scouts and Scouting units can hold their own drives in their
community, churches, stores, and community centers to help us
fill the tractor trailer again this year! Our goal is to collect 35,000
pairs of shoes!! Help us make this a huge success again this year.
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CUB
S COU T
Cub Scouts Want Camping Opportunities
B
oys join Cub Scouts for the fun
and excitement of a challenging
outdoor program. The Lewis & Clark
Council offers a wide variety of camping
programs for Cub Scouts. Programs
range from week-long day or evening
Cub Day Camps in local neighborhoods
to resident camp.
Dad & Lad Weekend Camp
Dads and Cubs will experience a funfilled weekend of high energy activities
at Camp Warren Levis. Campers will
journey through the program areas in
search of action, advancement, and
knowledge that we can learn only from
the facilities and programs offered at
camp. Activities include shooting sports,
nature, fishing, games, campfire, and
more; all while enjoying spending time
together in the great outdoors.
•April 22 - 24, 2016: Camp Warren
Levis
Mom & Me Weekend Camp
This three-day and two-night program
at Camp Warren Levis is for Moms and
their Cub Scouts. Moms and Cubs will
experience some of Scouting’s best
activities, including shooting sports,
nature, crafts, games, campfire, and
more; all while enjoying quality time
together in the great outdoors.
•September 25 - 27, 2015: Camp
Warren Levis
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
•September 23 - 25, 2016: Camp
Warren Levis
Cuboree
sports, nature, crafts, games, and more;
all while enjoying quality time together.
All meals are provided.
•October 16 - 18, 2015: Camp
Vandeventer
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
•May 13 - 15, 2016: Camp Joy
•October 14 - 16, 2016: Camp
Vandeventer
Cub Adventure Camp
Every summer, the council conducts one
of the finest experiences for all Cubs.
Cub Adventure Camp is held at Camp
Warren Levis and Camp Vandeventer.
Scouts can learn to swim or work on
advancement requirements and have a
recreational swim in the afternoon. They
learn about nature, Scoutcraft skills,
shoot BB guns, and participate in archery.
Registration for all Cub Camps
will be available at
lewisandclarkbsa.org/camping
•June 11 - 14, 2015
June 18 - 21, 2015
June 21‑24, 2015
June 25 - 28, 2015: Camp Warren
Levis
•July 9 - 12, 2015: Camp
Vandeventer
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•June 2 - 5, 2016
June 9 - 12, 2016
June 16 ‑ 19, 2016
June 23 - 26, 2016: Camp Warren
Levis
•July 14 - 17, 2016: Camp
Vandeventer
This program is for all Cub Scouts, their
siblings, and families. This three‑day,
two‑night experience takes place at Camp
Joy or Camp Vandeventer. Scouts and
families will participate in many great
Scouting activities including shooting
Cub Adventure Camp Orientation •
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Cub Day Camp And Twilight Camp Highlight
The Summer
E
ach summer, the council offers more than 50 day and/or evening camping
sessions for Cub Scout‑age boys.
These summer day camps offer Cubs the opportunity to learn new skills, meet
other Cub Scouts, and have a lot of fun.
Cub Scouts attend camp with their own pack leadership, or as individual
Scouts. The programs and activities are staffed by volunteers and paid staff, with
overall supervision by a director and assistants. Each camp is divided into program
areas — crafts, games, nature, field sports, and shooting sports, which includes
archery, BB guns, and sling shots.
Always a fun source of physical and mental development, games and field
sports are part of a boy’s total growth in Cub Scouting and teach self‑control,
competitive spirit, character development, individual and team pride, and the
ability to get along with others — win or lose!
Twilight Camp
Twilight Camps are similar to traditional day
camps except they are held at Scout camp
during the evening. This allows parents to attend
without interfering with their work day.
•July 7 - 10, 2015: Camp Joy
•July 28 - 31, 2015: Camp Vandeventer
•August 3 - 6, 2015: Camp Warren Levis
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
•June 20 - 23, 2016: Camp Vandeventer
•July 12 - 15, 2016: Camp Joy
Sign up for 2015 Day Camp at
http://tinyurl.com/mznuc76.
•July 26 - 29, 2016: Camp Warren Levis
Day Camp
The Lewis & Clark Council will be partnering again with the YMCA of Southwest Illinois for Summer Day
Camp 2016!
We will offer 5 weeks of a ‘Scouting Outdoor Experience Day Camp’ open to all youth at each of the Y’s
branches throughout the summer, including a weekly field trip to one of our Boy Scout camp locations. All Cub
Scouts will receive “YMCA Member” pricing on these camps at $120/week.
YMCA OF SOUTHWEST ILLINOIS BRANCHES:
Clinton County YMCA: 14160 Jamestown Road, Breese, IL 62230
Collinsville Maryville Troy (CMT) YMCA: 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville, IL 62062
East Belleville YMCA: 2627 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221
Marion County YMCA: 416 E. Oglesby Street, Salem, IL 62281
Monroe County – HTC Center: 9514 Caring Way, Columbia, IL 62236
O’Fallon YMCA: 283 N. Seven Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL 62269
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(618) 526-5628
(618) 346-5600
(618) 236-9983
(618) 548-6261
(618) 281-9622
(618) 628-7701
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Summer Camp Plans
Reserve your 2016 Campsite from Camp
Make plans now to reserve your campsite for the 2016 camping
season beginning September 1, 2015. A completed reservation
form and $100 fee are all that are required to secure your space
at a 2016 Lewis & Clark Council Boy Scout Summer Camp.
Sharing A Campsite
Troops that have had 20 boys or more attend camp the previous
summer will generally be given their own campsite at the time
they complete their reservation form and submit their $100
reservation fee. If two Troops intend to share a campsite, they
should both fill out a reservation form and note that they are
sharing, and only the “primary” Troop is required to pay the
$100 campsite deposit.
Troops with 20 boys or less may be required to share
a campsite with another Troop. These decisions are at the
discretion of the Council Program Department and will only be
made as needed.
Short‑Term & Cabin
Planning a weekend camp out, hike, Blue & Gold or cabin camp
out? Secure your ideal campsite or camp facility in advance
using our online (coming this fall) facility reservation system.
All units must have a reservation for any activity at a Council
Camp. There are many opportunities for your Scouts to explore
and have adventures at your Council Camps, make sure to
experience them all.
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Use Your Computer To Go To
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egistering for weekend camping online is coming this year!
We will soon have a camping reservation system where
you can select the camp you intend to visit, view available
camping and program areas for your selected dates, and
complete your reservation by paying with a credit card or online
check. Your reservation form is emailed to the address you
provide.
The sample online form below shows the first screen you
encounter — with availability of camp sites at Camp Joy for tent
camping for May 27 - June 23. You can choose which camp and
what type of facilities you want to reserve. Make your selection
and click on Add reservation. The next screen allows you to
confirm number of attendees and offers other features that can
be added to your reservation. The next screen asks for contact
and other information pertinent to the reservation. The final page
shows a summary of details and lists policies. Double-check
your information and click “Book Reservation.”
Additional facility information along with pictures will be
available on the online reservation system website.
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Scouts Find Year-round Adventure At Camp
he Lewis & Clark Council has a
proud tradition of providing quality
camps and outdoor programs. The council offers a wide variety of outdoor
activities. Its camp facilities offer many
unique resources and program opportunities with everything from rock climbing
to hayrides.
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lewisandclarkbsa.org/camping
The council’s Program Department is
ready to help you and your youth members take advantage of these program
opportunities. The information found in
this guide will help you and your fellow
leaders provide many safe and enjoyable
experiences that will foster mental, physical, spiritual, and social development for
your youth members.
A program filled with action and
variety will keep your Cub Scouts, Boy
Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers coming
back for more. This guide is designed to
help you build your program by using
our camp programs and facilities all year
long.
Alcohol, fireworks, non‑prescription
drugs, personal firearms, and pets are not
permitted on council property.
How To Make Reservations
Make reservations online by going to our
website, lewisandclarkbsa.org (coming
this fall), call, or come into the council
service center. A camping reservation
must be obtained two to four weeks in
advance from the Lewis & Clark Council.
•Reservation Periods: Camping
reservations are available throughout the year provided that a district/
council event is not taking place at
the camp.
Leadership Policy
The Boy Scouts of America policy requires that trips and outings may never be
led by one adult. At least two adult leaders, one of whom must be age 21 or older,
are required for all trips and outings.
It is the responsibility of the chartered
organization of any Cub Scout pack, Boy
Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, Venture
crew, or Explorer post or ship to inform
the committees and leadership of the unit
that sufficient adult leadership must be
provided on all trips and outings.
The “Rule of Four” requires that no
fewer than four individuals (always with
a minimum of two adults and two Scouts)
go on any Scouting activity away from
the meeting site. If an accident occurs,
one person stays with the injured and two
go for help.
Visit scouting.org for additional
guidelines or regulations concerning Tour
Plans.
Tour Plan
The Tour Plan is a checklist for best practices to ensure you are prepared for safe
and fun adventure. Completing the plan
may not address all possible challenges
but can help ensure that appropriate planning has been conducted, that qualified
and trained leadership is in place, and
that the right equipment is available for
the adventure. In addition, the plan helps
to organize safe and appropriate transportation to and from an event, and defines
driver qualifications and minimum limits
of insurance coverage for drivers and
vehicles used to transport participants.
Tour Plans must be completed and
submitted at least 21 days in advance of
the unit’s activity to ensure that the council has enough time to review the plan
and assist leaders in updating the plan if
it is found defective. When the review
is complete, the second half of the plan
is returned to the leader to carry on the
unit’s travels.
Tour Plans must be completed for the
following:
• Trips of 500 miles or more
• Trips outside of council borders that
are not to a council‑owned property
• Trips to any national high‑adventure
base
• When conducting these activities
outside of council or district events:
aquatics activities (swimming,
boating, floating, scuba, etc.),
climbing and rappelling, orientation
flights (process flying plan),
shooting sports, any activities
involving motorized vehicles as
part of the program (snowmobiles,
boating, etc.)
Tour Plans are excellent preparation
for all activities, even those not requiring
it. It guides a tour leader through itineraries, travel arrangement, two‑deep leadership, and qualifications of supervision
and transportation.
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Camp Vandeventer
3463 Trout Camp Road, Waterloo, IL 62298 • Ranger Phone:
618.939.6304
Building Deposit: The $50 deposit is returned when there is
no damage and the cabin, building, or facility is left clean.
CAMP SITES
•Wolf: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 10 - 20
•Bobcat: Shares Wolf Campsite’s latrine and water, camps
10 - 20
•Tiger: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 50
•Webelos: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Bear: Vault latrine, water hydrant, near the restrooms at the
dining hall, camps 20 - 30
•Pinewood: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 20 - 30
•Staff Row: Vault latrine, water hydrant, electricity, camps
20 - 30
• Fort: Shares vault latrine and hydrant with Ziebold Range,
can be used as a campsite (also listed under facilities)
CABINS
• McLean: Heat, 8 bunks, shares vault latrine and water
hydrant with Staff Row
• Welge: Heat, 8 bunks, shares vault latrine and water hydrant
with Staff Row
BUILDINGS
• New Dining Hall: Heat, water year around, two bunks,
room for large troop, restrooms, washer and dryer, BBQ
grill, kitchen
• Old Dining Hall (Cohen Lodge): Heat, water (during
warmer weather only), refrigerator, cook top, sink, fireplace,
near flushable toilets at visitor’s latrine, space for a small
unit
• Health Lodge: Program use only
• Pool House: Heat and A/C, year-round water, 1 shower, 1
toilet, 4 bunks, washer and dryer
• Rotary Pavilion: Lights and electricity, water (during
warmer weather only), 8 bunks, 8 picnic tables, BBQ Grill
FACILITIES
• HTC Pavilion: Lights and electricity, 6 picnic tables, BBQ
Grill
• Fort: Shares vault latrine and hydrant with Ziebold Range,
can be used as a campsite
• Ziebold Range: Lights and electricity, water hydrant, vault
latrine
• Council Ring: Lights and electricity
• Pool: Only available during summer, showers and flush
toilets, approx. 100 occupants
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Camp Warren Levis
5500 Boy Scout Lane, Godfrey, IL 63035 • Ranger Phone:
618.466.4141
Building Deposit: The $50 deposit is returned when there is
no damage and the cabin, building, or facility is left clean.
CAMP SITES
•Delaware Shares vault latrine w/Ouatoga, water hydrant,
camps 15 - 20
•Ouatoga: Shares vault latrine w/Delaware, water hydrant,
camps 25 - 30
•Illini Cove: Near vault latrine, near water hydrant, camps
10 - 15
•Optimist: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 40 - 50
•Rotary: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 35 - 40
•Illini: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 40 - 60
CABINS
• Cobbel: Sleeps 8
• Staff Village: 10 staff cabins, electricity
BUILDINGS
• Winter Lodge: Electricity, water hydrant, no restroom, no
bunks, sleeps 25
• Eco Lodge: Program use only
• Trading Post: Program use only
• Swaim Lodge (Dining Hall): Heat, water year around,
room for large troop, restrooms, BBQ grill, kitchen
FACILITIES
• Cope Field: Open field only, camps 25 - 50
• Horse Corral: Open field only, camps 50 - 75
• DA Field: Open field only, near vault latrine, near water
hydrant, camps 75
• That Area: Open field only, camps 15
• Pioneer Field: Near vault latrine and water hydrant, camps
200 - 250
• Archery Range:
Vault latrine
• Rifle/Shotgun
Range: Vault
latrines
• Pool: Only available during summer, showers and
flush toilets, approx. 100 occupants
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Camp Joy
10700 Camp Joy Road, Carlyle, IL 62231 • Camp Phone:
618.594.2345 • Ranger Phone: 618.520.5287
Building Deposit: The $50 deposit is returned when there is
no damage and the cabin, building, or facility is left clean.
CAMP SITES
•Ottowa: Vault latrine, water hydrant, electricity, camps 30 40
•Chippewa: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•New Hope: Vault latrine, water hydrant, electricity, camps
16 - 25
•Kickapoo: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Iroquois: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Ute: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Sioux: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Beard: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Seton: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Boone: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Crockett: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 20 - 30
•Algonquin: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Cherokee: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 30 - 40
•Seneca: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 40 - 50
•Neyati: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 40 - 50
•Blackfoot: Vault latrine, water hydrant, camps 40 - 50
•Staff Row: Vault latrine, water hydrant, electricity, camps
25 - 35
CABINS
• Renschen Lodge: Heat, sleeps 8, shares vault latrine and
water hydrant with Staff Row
• Rule Lodge: Heat, sleeps 8, shares vault latrine and water
hydrant with Staff Row
BUILDINGS
• Dining Hall: Heat, fireplace, kitchen
• Health Lodge: Program use only
• OA Lodge: Program use only
FACILITIES
• O’ Pavilion: Lights and electricity
• Rootbeer Garden
• Archery Range
• Rifle Range
• Shotgun Range
• COPE/Climbing Area: Program by request
Camp Sunnen
11304 Sunnen Lake Road, Potosi, MO 63664 • Ranger Phone:
573.438.5495
Building Deposit: The $50 deposit is returned when there is
no damage and the cabin, building, or facility is left clean.
CAMP SITES
•Lewis: Restroom with running water, camps 30 - 45
•Doroghazi: Restroom with running water, camps 20 - 30
•Crockett: Vault latrine, camps 30 - 40
•Clark: Restroom with running water, camps 30 - 45
•Boone: Vault latrine, camps 30 - 40
•Karandjeff: Restroom with running water, camps 20 - 30
•Hooks: Restroom with running water and showers,
electricity, camps 20 - 40
•Wilkins: Restroom with running water, camps 20 - 30
•Joliet: Restroom with running water, camps 25 - 35
•Audubon: Vault latrine, camps 30 - 60
•Henn1: Vault latrine, camps 30 - 60
•Henn2: Washstand, camps 30 - 60
CABINS
• Family Staff Cabins: Heat and A/C, kitchen, restroom with
running water and shower in each, in season, sleeps 8
• Bunkhouses: Heat and A/C, kitchen, restroom with running
water and shower in each, each sleeps 24
BUILDINGS
• Service Lodge: Restroom with running water in season
• Health Lodge: AC, restroom with running water and showers
• Rock House: Heat and A/C, restroom with running water
and showers, kitchen
FACILITIES
• Ole’ Scouters Pavilion: 4 picnic tables, electricity
• Rifle Range
• Shotgun Range
• Archery Range
• Boating: By reservation
• Aquatics: By reservation
• Climbing: Program by request
• Ecology: Program use only
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OR D ER
O F
T HE
ARROW
O.A. Is Scouting’s National Honor Society
For 100 years, the Order of the Arrow
(O.A.) has recognized Scouts and Scouters
who best exemplify the Scout Oath and
Law in their daily lives.
This recognition provides
encouragement for others to live these
ideals as well. Arrowmen (O.A. members)
are known for maintaining camping
traditions and spirit, promoting year‑round
and long term resident camping, and
providing cheerful service to others. O.A.
service, activities, adventures, and training
for youth and adults are models of quality
leadership development and programming
that enrich and help to extend Scouting to
America's youth.
The mission of the Order of the Arrow
is to fulfill its purpose as an integral part
of the Boy Scouts of America through
positive youth leadership under the
guidance of selected capable adults.
night at summer camp. After the callout,
members are inducted at the fall reunion
or spring fellowship.
Major events each year include
these two camp outs, monthly
lodge and chapter meetings,
section conclave, winter banquet,
the lodge service project, and
other activities that stress service,
fun, and brotherhood.
As Scouting’s National Honor Society,
the O.A.’s purpose is to:
• Recognize those who best exemplify
the Scout Oath and Law in their daily
lives and, through that recognition,
cause others to conduct themselves in a
way that warrants similar recognition.
• Promote camping, responsible
outdoor adventure, and environmental
stewardship as essential components
of every Scout’s experience in the unit,
year‑round, and in summer camp.
• Develop leaders with the willingness,
character, spirit, and ability to advance
the activities of their units, our
Brotherhood, Scouting, and ultimately
our nation.
• Crystallize the Scout habit of
helpfulness into a life purpose of
leadership in cheerful service to others.
The Lewis & Clark Council O.A. lodge
is Nisha-Kittan.
Each year, our lodge holds spring
fellowship and fall reunion over a
weekend at camp. Lodge officers are
elected in the spring and take office in the
fall.
Members are elected into the Order
primarily during troops’ summer camp
experience. The O.A.’s elections are
unique because all unit members,
regardless of membership in the Order,
participate in the election. Families
witness the callout ceremony on family
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NI GHT S
Scout Nights!
Lewis & Clark Council partners with local sports teams to provide our Packs, Troops, and Crews and opportunity to attend a local
game as a unit event or as a family. We work with the teams to provide affordable ticket prices and promotions to give our units the
best game experience.
Lewis & Clark Council Scout
Nights at Busch Stadium in May
Discount Terrace or Pavilion level tickets will be available to all Scouts, their family,
and friends. Every Scout will receive a special patch with the purchase of a ticket.
Groups may sit together by submitting ticket requests on the same order form; orders
will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Please order early!
For the last several years, one of the Scout Night games has been against the Chicago
Cubs. These tickets sell out fast so make plans now to attend.
Scout Honor Day at
the Edward Jones
Dome in November
The first 225 Scouts to order tickets will have the
opportunity to help hold the American Flag on the
field during the National Anthem before the Rams
take the field.
Groups of 10 or more will receive a free Rams hat
with each ticket!
Scouts and their families will receive a $10 food and beverage voucher with each
ticket. They will also receive a Boy Scout/Rams patch with a button loop!
Gateway Grizzlies Scout
Nights at GCS Ballpark
You participate in a pre-game parade around the field, there is Pack
and Troop recognition over the PA System and on the scoreboard, and
every Scout will receive a souvenir patch.
The Grizzlies also give units the opportunity to have a sleepover in the
outfield after the game. They show movies and provide snacks for the
Scouts. This is a very exciting opportunity for our Scouts!
*Scout Night promotions are subject to change by the hosting team. Final details will be released at Roundtable and in the GPS.
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PROGRA M
P LANNI NG
Program Planning Sets The Pace For A Great
Year Of Scouting
P
lanning the unit’s program helps
implement the elements of a
complete annual Scouting program
for youth, committing as a unit to
incorporate these elements, and providing
adequate funding for them. Even more,
it is committing to the only proven
fundraising program that has consistently
demonstrated its ability to raise enough
dollars to fund the Ideal Year of Scouting:
Popcorn.
Leaders who want a meaningful,
exciting, and comprehensive youth
program that achieves the objectives
of the Scouting program will find this
format ideal.
The result is a well‑managed,
well‑financed unit. Recognizing this, the
BSA recommends the following recipe:
income to achieve the program.
3.Identify the amount of product (e.g.,
popcorn) that will need to be sold per
youth member to reach the income
goal.
4.Get commitments from parents and
youth.
1. Plan your complete annual program.
2. Develop a budget that includes enough
Follow Established Safe
Scouting Guidelines
W
hile planning unit program, questions may arive about safety
issues. The Guide to Safe Scouting on the National BSA website (scouting.org) can answer many of those questions.
The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting is to prepare adult
leaders to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner.
The policies and guidelines have been established because of the real
need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through 100‑plus years of experience. Limitations on certain
activities should not be viewed as stumbling blocks; rather, policies
and guidelines are best described as stepping‑stones toward safe and
enjoyable adventures.
When considering activities not specifically addressed in Scouting literature, activity planners should evaluate the benefit to the
Scouting program versus the risk of injury. The benefit side should
include the question: “Does this activity further the aims and methods of Scouting?”
Unit leaders should be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Boy Scouts of America policies and guidelines.
Visit scouting.org/parent/adventureofscouting/safety.
aspx or scouting.org/scoutsource/healthandsafety/gss/
toc.aspx for information on youth protection, adult leadership,
aquatics, camping, emergency preparedness, first aid, fuels and fire
prevention, guns and firearms, sports and activities, inspections,
medical information, transportation, winter activities, and drug,
alcohol, and tobacco use and abuse.
The safety guide can be searched by keywords, as well.
Also included are links to various forms and a PDF containing an
age‑appropriate guideline for Scouting activities.
Find additional tools for program planning at lewisandclarkbsa.org.
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Presenting...
The Camp Card!
T
he Camp Card program is designed to help Scouts earn
their way to summer resident camp, high-adventure
camp, family camp, or Cub day/twilight camp. Through an
inexpensive and easy to sell product, units participating in
this program earn a base commission of 40 - 50% on each
$5 Camp Card they sell depending on which Commission
option you choose. With great community partnerships, the
sale of the Camp Card is a no-brainer!
How can you help?
• Encourage your Scout to set a goal and track it.
• Help him create a prospect list that includes
friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers.
• Practice the sales pitch and coach him as needed.
• Participate in your unit-coordinated Show &
Sells.
Sign Up To Sell Camp Cards Here!
www.scoutingevent.com?16LCCCampCard
With $15 in value in the snap off deals, consumers can
triple their money on each card they buy...that’s right,
consumers can and will buy more than one card at a time!!!
YES! Our Unit wants to participate in the 2016 Camp Card Sale
In addition to the snap off deals, consumers will have the
flexibility to print deals of their choice on the Savers Guide
website created by our partners at ENTERTAINMENT!
Unit Number _____________District __________________________
Units earn between 40-50% commission on each $5 card
they sell!!!
No. Cards needed (packs of 25)_______________________________
The sale begins February 1, 2016 and ends March 31,
2016.
*Camp Card image is of 2015 Card. 2016 Card is subject
to change.
Circle One:
Pack
Troop
Team
Crew
No. of Active Scouts _______________________________________
Unit Leader:______________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: ___________________________________________
Telephone (H)_____________(W)_____________________________
Email: _________________________________________________
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F U N D
Boost Your Unit Finances With The
B
uilding a strong annual program is a great way to keep your
Scouts active and interested in the Scouting program. Funding
your program is equally important, and Scouts benefit from paying
their own way.
The council’s suggested money‑earning project is the annual
popcorn sale. With a little imagination, many units have raised
money to fund their entire year without any additional fundraisers!
•Chocolate Lover’s Collection Tin:
15 oz. Chocolatey Caramel Crunch,
14 oz. Chocolatey Triple Delight,
17 oz. White Chocolatey Pretzels,
17 oz. Milk Chocolatey Pretzels
2015 PRODUCT LINEUP
•Sweet & Savory Collection:
5 oz. White Cheddar Cheese Corn,
20 oz. Butter Toffee,
14 oz. Chocolatey Triple Delight
•Cheese Lover’s Collection:
6 oz. White Cheddar Cheese Corn,
6 oz. White Cheddar Cheese Corn,
6 oz. Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese
•18 oz. Chocolately Caramel Crunch —
sweet crunchy caramel corn in a creamy
chocolatey coating
•20 oz. White Chocolatey Pretzels
•18‑pack Kettle Corn
•18‑pack Unbelievable Butter
Units need a secure and stable source of income and a strong
popcorn sale can provide that. Monies raised by units have been
used to cover the cost of badges and advancement, special events,
and pack and troop equipment. Some units create an account for
each Scout who sells and allows individuals to use those funds for
camps or events.
The popcorn sale also benefits the council by helping us serve
volunteer leaders and members by providing better programs and
camping facilities.
Trail’s End and the Lewis & Clark Council have partnered to
bring you the best sale ever!
Highlights Of The 2015 Popcorn Sale
      Better Than Ever!
• Show ‘N’ Deliver
• New packaging
• Better program support
• New products
What Is Show ‘N’ Sell?
Your unit gets permission to set up a display with products for
people to purchase as they walk by.
Benefits of participating in Show ‘N’ Sell:
•Allows Scouts to Show ‘N’ Sell product right away — no
waiting to deliver popcorn to customers.
•Units can order product up front and sell product right away.
•Units can build funds earlier in their program year.
•Retailers might welcome placement in front of their business
for immediate delivery.
•Locations are limited only by your imagination — festivals,
car shows, chartered organization, churches, etc.
•18‑pack Butter Light
•22 oz. Caramel Corn with Almonds,
Cashews, & Pecans
•NEW! 18 oz. Chocolatey Triple Delight —
delicious caramel corn with a decadent
dark chocolatey coating and white
chocolatey drizzle
•5 oz. Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese — crispy
cheese popcorn with a spicy punch of
jalapeño
•5 oz. White Cheddar Cheese Corn — light,
crispy popcorn and rich cheddar cheese
deliciousness in every savory bite
Unit Sales Kit
Every unit receives a unit sales kit to implement a successful
kick‑off and training, as well as promote their sale to the members
of the pack, troop, or crew. Units can collect these kits after a training session. Included in the kit are:
•Leader Guidebook
•Online Selling Poster & Sale Posters
•Military Receipts
•Popcorn Samples
•$600 Club Incentive
•11 oz. Caramel Corn
•30 oz. Popping Corn
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Annual Popcorn Sale
Planning Your Sale
When your pack, troop, or crew is establishing its budget, make
popcorn a part of that plan. Establish a unit and per‑youth goal to
meet the budgeted needs for the entire year of Scouting for each
youth member. Units that establish a goal raise twice as much as
those who don’t. Remember… units that are financially sound can
spend more time and resources providing a fun, challenging, and
affordable year‑round program.
It is important to set aside time at the August pack meeting
and School Night For Scouting to promote the popcorn sale in
your unit. Follow the suggestions provided at the council training and from the materials provided in the kit.
Support Our Troops!
Give military personnel
a taste of home
with a $30 or $50
popcorn donation to the military.
Online Sales — Why Sell Online?
•Scouts can expand their customer base because selling online
drives incremental revenue.
•70 percent of every online purchase goes back to Scouting.
•Average consumer order on trails‑end.com is $49.72.
•Average return to Scouting is $34.80.
•Scouts earn bonus rewards for selling online.
•Online sales begin Aug. 1.
Commission Structure
Our commission structure rewards units for attending training,
holding a kickoff, and paying on time. All things you should already
do to be successful.
Popcorn Ordering —
Keep Unit Commission Up Front
Scouts will take orders from family, friends, and door‑to‑door. Your
unit will then tally the sales and place your order with the council.
Units will order popcorn by containers sold. Your unit will pick‑up
your ordered popcorn from your district’s distribution site. Scouts
deliver the popcorn to their customers and collect monies. Payments
can be deposited directly into the Council bank account throughout
the sale, limiting your liability and simplifying the payment process.
More Information: Call 618.234.9111 … or visit
SALE TIMEFRAME
Don’t forget to involve new Scouts. Encourage them
with a $100 goal.
Aug. 1������������������ Online sales start
Sept. 18��������������� Popcorn sale begins — both Show
‘N’ Sell and Take Order
Sept. 3����������������� Show ‘N’ Sell popcorn orders due
Sept. 16��������������� Show ‘N’ Sell popcorn pickup
Sept. 18 - 20�������� Blitz Weekend No. 1
Sept. 28 &
Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26� Fill It Up Drawings — units must
turn in copy of Scout’s full Order
Form by noon on Monday
by Oct. 28������������ Show ‘N’ Sell closeout; return
unopen cases; popcorn and prize
orders due
Nov. 12���������������� Popcorn pickup
Dec. 4 ����������������� Sale closeout; all receipts/payments
due.
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BUDG ETIN G
Build A Budget And A Program
Plan To Have The “Ideal Year Of
Scouting”
U
nits with a vision, plan, and budget centered on the “Ideal
Year of Scouting” provide better program, attract and retain
more youth, and HAVE MORE FUN! Your Scouts should have
a Scouting experience that is second to none and the best way to
ensure they do is to have a budget and fundraising plan to make
that plan a reality.
The Train’s End Popcorn Sale is the one and
only fundraiser for many Packs and Troops. It is
a proven fundraiser that can provide all the revenue needed to make your program fantastic.
Need help figuring out how to build that
budget, visit www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/resources/packbudget.aspx and download the Budget Worksheet
in Microsoft Excel. Complete the worksheet
with the unit leader and committee at the pack’s
annual program planning conference, and then
share it with the Scouts’ parents. Be sure to
keep parents involved and informed. The Pack
and Troop program calendar and budget information needs to be communicated regularly to
families, especially at the start of the program
year. By sharing the unit’s program plans and
budgetary needs, you can help newly recruited
Scouts and their parents gain a greater understanding of just what fun is waiting for them
during the entire program year.
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Outdoor Program Training Ensures Scout Adventures
Challenge Course Training
Both a Wednesday evening and a weekend training course are required to become a trained ropes course instructor for the Challenge/COPE courses at Joy, Beaumont, and the S-F Scout Ranch.
Training dates for fall 2015 and spring 2016 at these facilities are
coming soon. Contact Scott Shipley at
gslac.challenge.director@gmail.com or Dennis Branson at
bran52@gmail.com to learn more.
Rock Climbing/Rappelling Training
Both a Wednesday evening and a weekend training course are
required to become a trained rock climbing/rappelling instructor.
At these courses, participants train for climbing towers and
natural rock face climbing areas.
•May 20, 2015: Beaumont Scout Reservation, Ritter Service
Center, Southern Illinois Service Center; and May 30‑31:
S-F Scout Ranch (Castle Rock parking lot)
•August 5, 2015: Beaumont Scout Reservation, Ritter Service Center, Southern Illinois Service Center; and August
15-16, 2015: S-F Scout Ranch (Castle Rock parking lot)
Paddle Craft Safety Training
Float trips are popular Boy Scout and Venturing activities. Safety
Afloat awareness training provides guidelines for safe float trips
and is required of unit leaders, but does not proivde the skill
training mandated by those guidelines. BSA Paddle Craft Safety
expands Safety Afloat training to include those skills, as well as
the knowledge needed for a unit leader to confidently supervise
canoeing or kayaking excursions on flat water. Persons completing the training should be better prepared to supervise paddle
craft activities. The training is open to any registered adult
leader, Scout, Venturer, or Explorer who is age 16 or older.
•August 29, 2015, 8a - 4p: Camp Joy
Unit Leader High Adventure Training
Adult Leaders and older Scouts looking for more information to
better prepare their units for outdoor adventure should plan to
attend Unit Leader High Adventure Training (ULHAT). ULHAT
is designed to help Leaders and Scouts be better prepared for
High Adventure treks like Philmont and the Boundary Waters.
This training also prepares adults for the necessary planning
components of a High Adventure trek. The training has two
components, an indoor section and a weekend High Adventure
trek component. Both are recommended to prepare your unit
leadership for High Adventure.
•August 29, 2015, 8a - 4p: Camp Joy
•August 27, 2016, 8a - 4p: Camp Joy
Leave No Trace Training
Leave No Trace (LNT) training teaches the principles of LNT
for both Scouts and Adult Leaders. This is the official training
program for Troop Leave No Trace trainers. This two-day course
assists leaders and older Scouts in learning more about the seven
principles of Leave No Trace, and techniques for disseminating these low impact skills. Successful graduates of the trainer
course gain skills to teach Leave No Trace techniques and ethics
to their troop, other Scouts, and their friends.
•October 23 - 24, 2015: Camp Joy
•May 14, 2016, 8a - 4p: Camp Warren Levis
Wilderness Remote First Aid/CPR
The American Red Cross Wilderness and First Aid 16-hour
course is consistent with guidelines established for and by the
Boy Scouts of America and is adaptable to meet needs for such
training for youth-serving organizations and adult participants in
outdoor recreational activities as well as employees working in
various wilderness and remote settings where EMS response to
the site of an incident is more than 60 minutes.
•November 6 - 8, 2015: Camp Warren Levis
CPR - Friday, 6:30 - 10:30p
WRFA - Saturday, 8a - 9p and Sunday 7a - 12p
•September 30 - October 1, 2016: Camp Joy
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•January 8 - 10, 2016: Camp Warren Levis
CPR - Friday, 6:30 - 10:30p
WRFA - Saturday, 8a - 9p and Sunday 7a - 12p
•March 18 - 20, 2016: Camp Joy
CPR - Friday, 6:30 - 10:30p
WRFA - Saturday, 8a - 9p and Sunday 7a - 12p
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Leaders: Get
Your Training
Here
The council offers a wide variety of training courses for all
levels of leaders in all Scouting programs. Check with your
district executive about courses held within the district. Some
courses may be taken online at myscouting.org.
Boy Scout Leader Training/
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
Boy Scout Leader Training is an all‑inclusive training that
qualifies participants for Scoutmaster, assistant Scoutmaster, and
Troop Committee.
The Introduction to Outdoor Skills portion of the weekend
training is a hands‑on program giving adult leaders the practical
outdoor skills needed to lead Boy Scouts in outdoor activities.
Leaders gain knowledge about setting up a campsite, pitching a
tent, hiking, outdoor cooking — all the skills necessary to use
the outdoor program of the Boy Scouts.
•September 11 - 13, 2015: Camp Warren Levis
Unit Commissioner Training
This training will help commissioners understand their role
in establishing and maintaining a quality Scouting program
in assigned units. ADC training teaches the importance
of successfully managing, supporting, and coaching unit
commissioners as well as what is expected in the selection or
recruitment of new unit commissioners.
Commissioner training can be arranged by contacting
your District Commissioner or Council Commissioner Elisa
D’Antonio at rcheese@hometel.com.
University of Scouting
This is a one‑day comprehensive supplemental training for all
registered leaders offering unique sessions in Cub Scouting,
Boy Scouting, Venturing, unit commissioners, training, and
presenting.
•February 6, 2016: Collinsville High School, Collinsville, IL
Wood Badge
Advanced adult leader training designed to enhance
contemporary leadership skills and develop more effective
leaders. This is a two-weekend course, and both weekends must
be attended.
•September 11 - 13, 2015 and October 10 - 12, 2015: Camp
Vandeventer
•September 9 - 11, 2016 and October 8 - 10, 2016: Camp
Warren Levis
•April 23 - 24, 2016: Camp Vandeventer
•September 17 - 18, 2016: Camp Warren Levis
•October 21 - 22, 2016: Camp Vandeventer
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Experience (BALOO)
A unique camping experience while learning the most recent
council procedures and practices. At least one adult must be
trained and in attendance at any pack overnight.
•September 12, 2015: Camp Warren Levis
•April 23, 2016: Camp Vandeventer
•September 17, 2016: Camp Warren Levis
•October 22, 2016: Camp Vandeventer
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What Is
University of
Scouting ?
University of Scouting is a
fun‑filled training experience
for all adults in Scouting…
… an opportunity through hands‑on
experience to prepare leaders to
carry out their jobs in Scouting
competence and satisfaction.
Who Attends U of S?
Den leaders, Cubmasters, Webelos
leaders, pack committee chairmen
and members, Cub Scout Roundtable
commissioners, Scoutmasters, Assistant
Scoutmasters, Troop committee chairmen
and members, district committee
members, and interested adults and Boy
Scouts.
What Happens
At U of S?
U of S is a single day training event
designed to help you improve your
knowledge about many areas of the Boy
TRA IN IN G
Scouts of America and its programs. We
Where Do I Sign Up?
have designed an event packed with fun,
Look for online registration on our
ideas, and fellowship. We hope that you
website in late fall and flyers at
take this opportunity to meet and share
Roundtables.
ideas with other Scouters from all over
our Council and beyond. This is a once a
year chance to meet up with old friends,
make new friends, and get energized
lewisandclarkbsa.org/training
about Scouting! If there is only one
event you attend all year - this is the
event you do not want to miss!
When Is U of S?
Saturday, Feb 6; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
Collinsville High School, Collinsville, IL
FOR
YO U T H
National Youth LeadershipTraining (NYLT)
Advanced training for youth leaders of Boy Scout troops and
Venturing crews.
•June 7-13, 2015: Camp
Vandeventer in Waterloo, IL
•June 12 - 18, 2016: Camp
Vandeventer in Waterloo, IL
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District Roundtable
ub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Roundtables provide an opportunity for leaders to meet on a regular basis to exchange ideas,
discuss relevant issues, and get training. Committee members, parents, and other interested parties are welcome to attend. Cub
Scout and Boy Scout Roundtables are usually held monthly* while Venturing Roundtables may be held monthly, quarterly, or on
another schedule determined by district leadership.
*Roundtables are held year-round except June and July.
C
district
BLACK GOLD — CAHOKIA MOUNDS — KASKASKIA — PIASA BIRD — ST. CLAIR — contact info
Mandy Smith, District Executive
day*
Grace United Methodist Church, 116 Schwartz (off Rt 37 North), Salem, IL
Rob Isringhausen, Senior District Executive; Laura Roach, District Executive
1st Thursday 7 p.m.
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL Vicki Baxter, Senior District Executive
1st Tuesday
Pentecostal Church in Red Bud, 1701 East Market Street, Red Bud, IL 62278
Mike Eschbach, District Director
1st Thursday 7 p.m.
LDS Church, 6500 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL
Kevin Buhr, District Executive; Daron Storman, District Director
1st Thursday 7 p.m.
Carriel Middle School, 451 North 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL 62269
1st Thursday 7 p.m.
lewisandclarkbsa.org/districts/blackgold
lewisandclarkbsa.org/districts/cahokiamounds
lewisandclarkbsa.org/districts/kaskaskia
time
7 p.m.
lewisandclarkbsa.org/districts/piasabird
lewisandclarkbsa.org/districts/stclair
* Some district events may change from their normally scheduled dates — for example, first Monday of the month may change to first
Tuesday of the month, etc., because of holidays or other conflicts. For updates on all of your district’s events, contact your district
executive/director or visit the calendar on your district’s web page listed above or at lewisandclarkbsa.org.
Visit the Online Learning Center at myscouting.org for a variety of training opportunities!
• Boy Scout Leader Fast Start
• Trek Safely
Supplemental training modules include:
• Climb On Safely
• Troop Committee Challenge
• Bullying Prevention and Intervention
• Cub Scout Leader Fast Start
• Unit Commissioner Fast Start
• How to Conduct a Pinewood Derby
• Den Chief Training
• Varsity Leader Fast Start
• Cold Weather Camping
• Generational Diversity
• Venturing Advisor Fast Start
• Cooking Without Utensils
• Safety Afloat
• Venturing Youth Protection
• Leave No Trace
• Safe Swim Defense
Training
• ScoutParents Unit Coordinator
• Venturing Crew Orientation
• Staffing the District Committee
• Youth Protection Safety
• This Is Scouting (online version
• Planning and Conducting a Safe
Scout Outing
• Selecting Quality Leaders
• Supporting Scouts With AD/HD
of New Leader Essentials)
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District Training Courses Cover Fundamentals
The training methods or courses listed below are organized and
conducted on the district level. Information and coordination
for each is through the district executive or the district training
chairman.
Some training courses are also available online through the
National BSA OnLine Learning Center link: myscouting.org.
Boy Scout Leader Training
& Troop Committee Challenge
Courses designed to train leaders for their specific job within the
troop. Boy Scout leaders train for Scoutmaster, assistant Scoutmaster or committee member.
Cub Scout Leader Training
Courses designed to train leaders for their specific job within
the pack. Cub Scout leaders train for Tiger den leader, Cub
Scout den leader, Webelos den leader, Cubmaster, or committee
member.
Fast Start
Fast Start is a short, video‑based training program designed to
provide specific meeting planning information related to the
Scouting leader’s volunteer position. It is the first step in the
continuum of leader training. Its objective is to provide all the
information and resources necessary for new leaders to conduct
their first meeting. This is a program allowing each leader to
learn at a self‑determined pace. This training is also available
online at myscouting.org.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
This is a weekend course providing hands‑on skills sessions for
Boy Scout leaders. Using the skills sessions in conjunction with
the Boy Scout Handbook, leaders can become proficient in basic
outdoor skills.
This Is Scouting
(formerly New Leader Essentials)
Leaders learn about the objectives of the Scouting program
and the methods used to achieve them. A basic understanding
is also gained of youth development, as well as how Scouting
is organized and financed, policies related to the program, and
resources to help leaders succeed. This course is recommended
for all new Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing leaders. This
training can be completed through myscouting.org.
Roundtable
Held monthly at the district level, these meetings help leaders
keep current on the latest Scouting information and events. In
separate sessions, each designated Scout Leader group is provided a full month of planned activities and ideas. Roundtables
help add pizzazz and fun to the Scouting program.
Venturing & Varsity Leader Training
Training designed to introduce adult leaders to the basic information needed to operate a Venturing crew or Varsity team.
Youth Protection Training (required every two years)
A program specifically designed for the Boy Scouts of America,
Youth Protection Training helps leaders identify child abuse;
know the individual’s responsibilities to report suspected abuse;
and provide quality leadership that will insure that no child becomes the victim of abuse while in the Boy Scouts of America.
These sessions are conducted regularly at the district level by
individuals certified in Youth Protection Training.
Both the local Tour Plan and the national Tour Plan application requires that at least one adult present during the event or
activity must have completed the BSA Youth Protection Training. The national Tour Plan also requires that all registered adults
must have completed the BSA Youth Protection Training for
participation in a nationally sponsored event or activity.
Districts may include Youth Protection Training as part of
Roundtable or other training. This training is also available
online at myscouting.org.
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for the most current training information.
This Is Scouting
(formerly New Leader Essentials)
This course introduces leaders to the basic ideas of Scouting. The 50‑minute session sets the stage for more learning, and is recommended for all new Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing leaders.
The online version of This Is Scouting can be taken at myscouting.org.
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Cub Scout Leader Training
This 3-4‑hour course teaches job‑specific skills for Cubmasters, assistant Cubmasters, den leaders, assistant den leaders, Webelos
leaders, assistant Webelos leaders, and Pack Committee members. It is required to be considered trained. Training Fee: $2 or $12 to
include a leader’s guide.
The online version of Cub Scout Leader Training can be taken at myscouting.org.
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & NOTES
Black Gold
12/05/15
8:30 - 9a Registration, 9a - 12p Training, TBD; Youth Protection Training offered after
03/09/16
8:30 - 9a Registration, 9a - 12p Training, TBD; Youth Protection Training offered after
Cahokia Mounds
08/15/15
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
9/14/15
6 - 9p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
11/07/15
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
03/12/16
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
08/20/16
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
09/12/16
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
11/05/16
8:30a - 12p
First Christian Church, 310 South Main Street, Edwardsville, IL
Kaskaskia
10/10/15
8a - 12p
Camp Vandeventer,3463 Trout Camp Road, Waterloo, IL
Piasa Bird 09/26/15
8:30a - 12p
Bethalto area
03/12/16
8:30a - 12p
Godfrey area
St. Clair
10/10/15
8a - 12p
First United Methodist Church, 504 East Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL
03/19/16
8a - 12p
First United Methodist Church, 504 East Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL
10/08/16
8a - 12p
First United Methodist Church, 504 East Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL
Youth Protection Training
All adult volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America are required to take Youth Protection Training. Training Fee: $0
The online version of Youth Protection Training can be taken at myscouting.org.
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & CONTACT
Kaskaskia
10/01/15
6 - 7p
Red Bud Pentecostal Church, 1710 East Market Street, Red Bud, IL
11/05/15
6 - 7p
Red Bud Pentecostal Church, 1710 East Market Street, Red Bud, IL
Piasa Bird
11/05/15
6:30p
LDS Church, 6500 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL
02/04/16
6:30p
LDS Church, 6500 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL
St. Clair
11/05/15
6 - 7p
Amelia Carriel Junior High School, 415 North 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL
02/04/16
6 - 7p
Amelia Carriel Junior High School, 415 North 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL
05/05/16
6 - 7p
Amelia Carriel Junior High School, 415 North 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL
11/03/16
6 - 7p
Amelia Carriel Junior High School, 415 North 7 Hills Road, O’Fallon, IL
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Boy Scout Leader Training
This course teaches job‑specific skills for Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and committee members. It completes the basic training for Boy Scout leaders, and is required to be considered trained. To be considered fully trained, leaders must also take Introduction
to Outdoor Leader Skills. Training Fee: $2 or $12 to include a leader’s guide.
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & NOTES
Black Gold
12/05/15
9a - 4p
Location TBD
03/09/16
9a - 4p
Location TBD
05/16/15
8:30a - 4p
First United Methodist Church, 310 S. Second Street, Greenville, IL
08/08/15
8:30a - 4:30p
Eden UCC, 903 N. 2nd Street, Edwardsville, IL
10/19 & 10/20
6 - 9p
Eden UCC, 903 N. 2nd Street, Edwardsville, IL; Must attend both sessions
04/09/16
8:30a - 4:30p
Eden UCC, 903 N. 2nd Street, Edwardsville, IL
08/13/16
8:30a - 4:30p
Eden UCC, 903 N. 2nd Street, Edwardsville, IL
09/17 & 09/18
6 - 9p
Eden UCC, 903 N. 2nd Street, Edwardsville, IL; Must attend both sessions
10/24/15
8a - 4p
Camp Vandeventer, 3463 Trout Camp Road, Waterloo, IL
Piasa Bird
10/24/15
8:30a - 4:30p
Godfrey area
04/02/16
8:30a - 4:30p
Bethalto area
St. Clair
03/19/16
9a - 5p
First United Methoidst Church, 504 East HWY 50, O’Fallon, IL
10/08/16
9a - 5p
First United Methoidst Church, 504 East HWY 50, O’Fallon, IL
Cahokia Mounds
Kaskaskia
Troop Committee Challenge
This 3‑hour course teaches job‑specific skills for committee members, and is required to complete training. Training Fee: $2 or $12
with leader guide.
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & CONTACT
Cahokia Mounds
05/16/15
8:30 - 11:30a, First United Methodist Church, 310 S. Second Street, Greenville, IL
Venturing Leader Training
Training designed to introduce adult Venturing crew leaders to the basic information needed to operate a crew. Training Fee: $20
(includes training notebook and leader manual).
LOCATION
DATE & COURSE
Camp Vandeventer
2/26 - 2/28/16
Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews
Camp Warren Levis 5/01/16
Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews and Crew Advisor Training
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FO R
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Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
This hands‑on skills session is presented by the council during a weekend of training. By using the skills sessions in conjunction with
the Boy Scout Handbook, trainers can be sure new leaders are proficient in the basic outdoor skills needed. Completion of districts’
leader‑specific training isn’t required to participate in Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, but is recommended.
LOCATION
DATES & TIME
Camp Warren Levis
9/11/15 - 9/13/15
5p Friday to 5p Sunday **
9/17/16 - 9/18/16
8a Saturday to 5p Sunday
Camp Vandeventer
4/23/16 - 4/24/16
9 a.m. Saturday to 5p Sunday
10/21/16 - 10/22/16 6p Friday to 6p Saturday
** includes Boy Scout Leader Training for Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters
Varsity Leader Training
Training designed to introduce adult Varsity team leaders to the basic information needed to operate a team. Training Fee: $20 (includes training notebook and leader manual).
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & CONTACT
Check with your district executive about training for Varsity leaders.
Exploring Leader Training
Training is available to introduce adult Exploring post leaders to the basic information needed to operate a post. This training — along
with Fast Start and Youth Protection Training — can be taken at learning‑for‑life.org/adult_explorer/adult_explorer.html.
Upon completion, print a copy of the certificate and mail to Learning for Life, 335 West Main Street, Belleville, IL 62220.
Chartered Organization Rep Training
The chartered organization representative is encouraged to become an active partcipating member of the one of the district’s committees. This training offers resourses and information on the role the chartered organization representative plays in Scouting.
DISTRICT
DATE, TIME, LOCATION, & CONTACT
Check with your district executive about training for charted organization reps.
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Friends of Scouting Fuels The Scouting Engine
“A well planned program, delivered by a trained
leader, with a strong outdoor program, supported
by a good commissioner, attracts and retains youth!”
Alan Lambert
Central Region Director
ach year the Lewis & Clark Council conducts an Annual
Friends of Scouting Campaign to generate the financial
support needed to keep the Scouting program alive right here in
Southwest Illinois. Friends of Scouting enables the Council to
support units with a trained professional, to serve more youth
in more communities, and to ensure that each youth, regardless
of situation, has the opportunity to be a Scout in a unit with a
trained leader.
Like many things in life, a successful program needs
resources to ensure that we are operating at our best. The Lewis
& Clark Council, Boy Scouts of America needs both your
volunteer and financial support! Through the generosity of
others, the Boy Scouts of America is still the leading character
education program available to young men and women in the
country.
We want your Scouting experience to be filled with fun and
adventure, but Scouting is more than camping and the outdoors.
While those things are important to the methods of Scouting,
the program is designed to build character and leadership skills
into the fabric of our youth. Scouting serves as a partner to
the families we serve by creating an atmosphere where youth
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learn through hands on experiences, have opportunities to
lead, and opportunities to learn and grow from their failures.
The end results of the Scouting program are nothing short of
transformational.
Friends of Scouting is the fuel that keeps the Scouting engine
running right here in the Lewis & Clark Council. Support of this
campaign enables the Lewis & Clark Council to do big things
and to make an enormous impact on the community. Programs
like the Scouting for Food drive that fills local food pantrys with
food for nearly three months make an enormous impact. Local
food pantries and those in need count on the support of our
Scouts and families to survive.
Supporting the Friends of Scouting Campaign is an
investment in our future as a Council and as a community. The
impact of your gift will have a ripple effect that will go on for
decades and leave a legacy bigger than we could ever measure.
Thank you for supporting Scouting with your time, your talents,
and your financial support. You are making a difference today
for years to come!
How You Can Help
Over the summer months, work with your District Executive
and your District Friends of Scouting team to develop a plan to
engage the families in your unit in this effort. Plans should be
built to best fit your families and their philanthropic style.
Traditional plans include making a presentation, building an
online giving portal to be used through email, or asking each
family individually to pledge their support.
Between November 1st and March 31st, ensure that every
family has been given the opportunity to give to the Scouting
program.
Schedule a time with your District representatives to present
your check to the Friends of Scouting campaign.
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S C O UT I NG
Leave A Scouting Legacy
n February of 2009 when the Lewis & Clark Council was
formed, a challenge was proposed to the entire constituent of the Council: to secure 100 James E. West endowment
gifts to form the Lewis & Clark Council Charter membership. As we approach the 5 year anniversary of the Lewis &
Clark Council, we are closing in on accomplishing that mission and adding $100,000 to the endowment fund to protect
the future of Scouting in our area.
James E. West was the first Chief Scout Executive of
the Boy Scouts of America, and he served in that position
for more than three decades. The West Fellowship award is
available for gifts of at least $1,000 in cash or marketable
securities to a Council endowment fund. The gifts must be
in addition to─and not replace or diminish─the donor’s annual Friends of Scouting
support. Many individuals and corporations make these gifts on behalf of someone
else─such as in honor of an Eagle Scout, Silver Beaver recipient, a retirement, a
special accomplishment, an anniversary — or in memory of a special individual.
Individuals who join the Charter membership will not only be recognized with a
certificate and lapel pin, but will also receive a specially numbered charter member
patch and will be forever recognized on an exclusive James E. West Charter membership plaque to be displayed at the Council Service Center. James E. West fellows will
also be invited to special events and receptions throughout the year.
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Leave your legacy on an engraved brick to be displayed at the Camp Warren Levis
brick plaza, the Camp Joy flag plaza, or the Camp Vandeventer flag plaza. You can
purchase your brick to be placed at any camp!
Eagle Scout License
Plates
Through the state of Illinois you
can purchase specialty Eagle Scout
vanity plates for your vehicle. A
portion of each plate purchased
supports the Scouting program!
Leave Scouting in
Your Estate Plan
When you update your will,
don’t forget to leave Scouting in
your estate plan to secure the future of Scouting in your name!
For more information on how to
show your Scouting spirit, visit
lewisandclarkbsa.org or contact
Travis Briner at 618.207.6444 or
travis.briner@scouting.org.
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By definition, planned giving is charitable
support with a pre‑established plan that benefits the donor and the donor’s family, and
also helps the Boy Scouts of America further
its work. Planned giving is a vital part of
financial development of our Council.
Recognition awards are presented to
donors who support Scouting’s financial
future with endowment gifts. Details and
applications for the awards listed below are
available at lewisandclarkbsa.org.
James E. West Fellowship
Program
The James. E. West fellowship award is
available for gifts of $1,000 or greater in
cash or marketable securities to a Council
endowment fund. The gift must be in addition to, and not replace or diminish, the
donor’s annual Friends of Scouting support.
Many individuals and corporations make
these gifts either on behalf of someone else
— such as in honor of an Eagle Scout, Silver
Beaver recipient, a retirement, a special
accomplishment, or anniversary — or in
memory of a special individual.
Second Century Society
Other ways to support Scouting
Brick Plaza
Planned Giving
A donor becomes a member of the Second
Century Society when making an outright
gift of $25,000 or more payable over five
years, or a deferred gift of $100,000 or
more, to a local Council, BSA Foundation,
high‑adventure base, or any BSA entity for
operating, capital, or endowment.
Donors making outright gifts of $100,000
or more are designated as “Members of Distinction.” Donors making deferred gifts of
$500,000 or more are designated as “Legacy
Members.” Members in these categories
receive special recognition and opportunities
provided by the BSA Foundation.
Presidents Leadership Council
Gifts for the Presidents Leadership Council
are given through the BSA National Foundation to directly benefit the Lewis & Clark
Council and its programs. Payable over five
years, these gifts can be part of an advised
fund, designated fund, trust, or other fund
structure.
The minimum gift is $1,000,000, and
there is additional recognition for $5,000,000
or more and $10,000,000 or more.
For more information on planned
giving, contact Travis Briner at
travis.briner@scouting.org.
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TOOL S
m y.s cout i ng.org
My.Scouting Tools is a web based portal where Scouting Leaders and members can access, edit, and add information directly into their
Scouting record. All you need is a free MyScouting or My.Scouting account. Both accounts use the same login and password and
will require your membership id number to link your new account to the BSA’s Scoutnet database. The specific functions assigned to
each member (determined by their registered position) are outlined below. Future updates will include a new Service Hours tools and
Advancement tool.
Registered Members
Every registered member has the ability to:
• Update own profile information (including address, phone, email, work, education)
• View completed training information and print training certificate(s)
• Print membership card(s) for each registered position
• View calendar events associated to their organization (unit, district, council, etc.)
• View announcements associated to their organization
Administrative Capability (Key 3s or designees only)
Organization Security Manager
• Key 3s at each organizational level (unit, district, council, area, region, and national) are able to assign the Key 3 Delegate role
(aka Plus 3) to up to three other registered adults in their organization. The Key 3 roles are automatically assigned based on
their registered position(s) once their member number is linked to a My Scouting account.
• Key 3s/Plus 3s can
◊ Administer the tools
◊ Access dashboards and reports
◊ Update contact information and training records within their organization
◊ Assign functional roles of YPT champion and training chairman to any registered adult on their roster. This grants them
access to the Training Manager tool and is available at all organizational levels.
• Plus 3s are delegated most of the Key 3 privileges; cannot administer the acceptance of adult leaders or youth (BSA Bylaws).
Member Manager
• View organization roster
• Export certain roster information
• Update certain contact information for members in their organization
• Print membership cards
• Print Youth Member Age Report (available at the unit level)
• Assign members to unit sub-orgs (dens, patrols, committees, etc.)
Training Manager
• Dashboard view of Trained Leaders and Youth Protection Training status/counts
• Add adult training information for members in their organization structure
• Search and view member’s training history and YPT status
• Download Member Training Report with current, completed training records and incomplete position-specific trainings
• Download Youth Protection Aging Report—lists each member’s YPT status: Never Taken, Expired, Expires in 30-60-90 days,
and within two years
Organization Manager
• Maintain organization details (social media information)
• Create sub-organizations in their unit, i.e., dens, patrols, committees, etc. (available at the district/unit levels only)
Commissioner Administration (available to all commissioners except unit and roundtable)
• Assign commissioners to units
• View assigned units
Commissioner Tools (available to all commissioners and council/district professionals only)
• View dashboard status of assigned units and contact history
• Record and schedule unit contacts
• Plan, record attendance, and monitor effectiveness at roundtable events
• Email Unit Key 3 a unit assessment form
• Conduct simple or detailed unit assessments
• Print administrative commissioner reports
• View Commissioner Profile details
• Add discussion topics
Questions?
For more information regarding My.Scouting Tools, refer to the MyST FAQs, or email myscouting@scouting.org.
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lewisandclarkbsa.org
2015-16 CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
JUN
JAN
02 OA Winter Banquet
FEB
01 Camp Card Sales Begin
JUL Camps Continue
06 University of Scouting
AUG
07
7 Summer Camp Begins
11 Cub Adventure Camp Begins
14-16 OA Fall Reunion
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NESA Advancement Day
SEP
11-13 Wood Badge Begins
25-27 Mom & Me
OCT
2-4Rendezvous
3, 10, 17 Cub Scout Launches
16-18 Cuboree
16, 17, 23, 24 Haunted Hayride
Scouting’s Anniversary
MAR
18-20
APR
22-24 OA Spring Fellowship
Native American Cultural Weekend
29-MAY 01 Dad & Lad
MAY
13Cuboree
14
JUN
02 Cub Adventure Camp Begins
05 Summer Camp Begins
NOV
14 Scouting For Food Bag
Distribution
21 Scouting for Food Collection
DEC
18 Camp Staff Interviews Begin
JUL
AUG
NESA Advancement Day
12-18 NYLT
20 Twilight Camps Begin
Camps Continue
19-21 OA Fall Reunion
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NESA Advancement Day