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Central Florida Council

UNIT ANNUAL PLANNING GUIDE2021-2022

www.cflscouting.orgwww.camplanoche.com

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Table of ContentsCouncil, Scout Shop, and Camp Information ....................................................... 2

District Map .............................................................................................. 3

District Contact Information ......................................................................... 3

Council Structure and Scout Lingo ................................................................... 4

PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

Scoutingevent.com Registration System ............................................................ 5

Council Camping Events at Camp La-No-Che ....................................................... 6

Cub Scout Events at Camp La-No-Che .......................................................... 7-8

Scouts BSA, Venturing Events at Camp La-No-Che ............................................... 9-11

Reserve Camp For Your Unit! ......................................................................... 12

TRAINING

Requirements and Levels ............................................................................ 13

Scouting Safely ......................................................................................... 14

Youth Protection Training ............................................................................ 14

PLANNING YOUR PROGRAM

Funding Your Program ................................................................................ 15

Journey to Excellence*** ................................................................................ 16

Tell Us What You Think! ................................................................................ 16

TOOLS FOR PLANNING

How to Use The Calendar ....................................................................... 17

Monthly Planning Calendars .................................................................... 18-47

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Central Florida Council

Wayne Densch Service Center1951 S Orange Blossom Trail

Apopka, FL 32703 (407)889-4403

www.cflscouting.orgMonday - Friday

9:00a - 5:00p

Central Florida Scout Shop

Located at the Wayne Densch Service Center(407)814-1040

Monday - Friday9:00a - 6:00p

Saturday10:00a - 4:00pClosed Sunday

Camp La-No-Che41940 Boy Scout

RoadPaisley, FL 32767(352)669-8558

Office Open Tues-Satcamplocal@

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Scouters,

Be Prepared. That is our motto as an organization. These past many months were not what we were thinking, but the skills that Scouting teaches our youth - and adult volunteers - have definitely helped us in making our way through this trying time that we are still going through.

During the Spanish Influenza back in 1918, Scouts helped by handing out health guides, serving as support for local health officials, distributing food, and working with local hospitals to provide help. During this pandemic, there have been stories of Scouts helping their communities, connecting with each other in a way that wasn’t possible during the Spanish flu.

Scouts are strong. Scouting has continued. Albeit, in a different way, but it persists. We have taken our traditional programs and made them virtual; we have adjusted program schedules and capacities to keep campers as safe as possible; we have offered more variety of opportunities to our Scouts and leaders than ever before. And as the situation changes, for better or worse, the Central Florida Council and our amazing staff and volunteers continue to adapt and overcome to bring the best of Scouting to you in whatever form it is easiest (and safest) for you to participate.

As we look ahead to our 2021-2022 program year, we cannot help but have an optomistic outlook. Vaccines are available, communities are united in safety efforts, and our Scouting family is growing again. In this Guide you will find the tools you need to plan and manage a fun, dynamic, and safe program for your Scouts. In addition to helpful information and step-by-step system guidance, you will also find listings for upcoming programs offered at Camp, as well as virtual program opportunities, helping provide program to everyone, regardless of restrictions and limitations.

The road ahead is still not entirely clear, nor without certain challenges, but the leadership of the Central Florida Council is confident that no matter what, Scouts and Scouters will Be Prepared.

Eric MagandantzScout Executive, Central Florida Council, BSA

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District Map & Contacts

TIMUQUA DISTRICTCovering Volusia and Flagler

CountiesPhone: (407)703-0263Phone: (407)703-0243

LAKE DISTRICTCovering Lake CountyPhone: (407)703-0262

SEMINOLE DISTRICTCovering Seminole County

Phone: (407)703-0238

EAGLE EMPIRE DISTRICTCovering West Orange County

(west of I-4 south to East/West Expwy then to West of Orange

Ave, South to county linePhone: (407)703-0273Phone: (407)703-0251

OSCEOLA DISTRICTCovering Osceola County

Phone: (407)703-0258

RIVERSIDE DISTRICTCovering South Brevard

CountyPhone: (407)703-0277

COLONIAL DISTRICTcovering East Orange County

(east of I-4 south to East/West Expwy then to East of Orange

Ave. South to county line.Phone: (407)703-0266Phone: (407)703-0234

CHALLENGER DISTRICTCovering North Brevard County

Phone: (407)703-0268

On this page is information on how to get in touch with your district and find out what’s happening near you. The map provided on this page will help you determine which district you are in. If you are still unsure, you can call our main office number for assistance.

COUNCIL OFFICE NUMBER(407)889-4403

COUNCIL WEBSITEWWW.CFLSCOUTING.ORG

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Scouting in Central FloridaWHAT IS THE

CENTRAL FLORIDA COUNCIL?For more than 100 years, Scouting has helped build future leaders by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun and adventure in the outdoors. In Central Florida, Scouting continues to improve our families and our neighborhoods by serving more than 23,000 youth in Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Brevard, Volusia, and Flagler counties.

The Central Florida Council is comprised of 9 districts, a Board of Directors made up of some of the area’s top business and community leaders, a professional staff to provide support for local operations, and more than 5,500 local volunteers who donate their time and talent to deliver this life-changing program to our local youth.

WHAT IS A DISTRICT?The Central Florida Council is made up of 9 geographic regions known as districts. A district provides support, training, information, and hosts events for units and individuals to take part in.

Each district is made up of the Scouting units and volunteers within its borders and is served by a volunteer committee and commissioner corps. These groups are led by a district Key 3 made up of a volunteer District Chair, volunteer District Commissioner, and a District Executive or other professional scouter.

WHAT IS A UNIT?Scouts are organized into various units depending on their age and program. Your unit belongs to a church, school, or some other group of people in your community (also known as a Chartering Organization). This group, along with the families and leaders in the unit, make sure your unit has good volunteer leaders, a place to meet, and exciting things to do.

SCOUTING LINGOScouting is an impressive program with many facets,new innovations, and great traditions. Over the past100 years, Scouting has also developed a vast inventory of abbreviations, acronyms, and special terms. Here is a guide of the most common to help you speak the Scouting language:

BALOO: Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation; anintroductory outdoor skills training for Cub Scout leadersBSA: Boy Scouts of America; CFC: Central Florida CouncilCharter: Written permission for an organization toform, organize, and maintain a Scouting unitChartered Org: An organization that haspermission to own and operate a Scouting programCommissioner: A volunteer who is a quality controlperson for the Scouting programCOR: Chartered Organization Representative; the liaisonbetween your unit and your chartered organizationDE: District Executive; A full-time professionalresponsible for supporting volunteer Scout leadersFOS: Friends of Scouting; Annual Central Florida Council fundraising campaignIOLS/ITOLS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills; anintroductory outdoor skills training for Scouts BSA leadersNESA: National Eagle Scout Association; organizationfor Eagle Scouts, both past and presentNYLT: National Youth Leadership Training; an advanced weeklong leadership training for Scouts BSA and VenturersOA : Order of the Arrow; Scouting’s National HonorSocietyOWL: Outdoor Leadership Skills for Webelos LeadersRoundtable: Monthly meeting to help adult leadersplan and organize their programSFF: Scouting For Food; Annual food drive in NovemberYPT: Youth Protection Training

SCOUTING PROGRAMSCUB SCOUTS is a year-round family and home-centered program that develops ethical decision-making skills for youth in kindergarten through fifth grade. Activities emphasize character development, citizenship training, and

personal fitness.

SCOUTS BSA is a year-round program for youth 11 through 17 designed to achieve the aims of Scouting through a vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with the counsel of an adult Scoutmaster.

VENTURING is a year-round program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age to provide positive experiences through exciting and meaningful youth-run activities that

help them pursue their special interests, grow by teaching others, and develop leadership skills.

EXPLORING is a career education program for young men and women who are between 14 and 21 years old. Exploring is all about helping young adults make more informed decisions about future careers and determining if a particular career is right for them. Through our program, youth will take part in hands-on career experiences in fields they are

interested in learning more about.

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scoutingevent.comThe Central Florida Council utilizes online event registration through scoutingevent.com. This system was created by Scouters for Scouters and is very user friendly. This system is ideal for registering your whole unit for an event, or just your family. You can create a MyRoster account which will save your information so you don’t have to re-enter everything for each event. Signing up for the great events across the council is quick and easy!

KEY FEATURES OF SCOUTINGEVENT.COM

INTEGRATED CALENDARThe Scoutingevent.com calendar shows all Council and District events on a calendar you can access

right from cflscouting.org.

The calendar is fully searchable by category, type of activity, district/council, or by date.

Clicking on an event in the calendar takes you right to information about the event and the registration

link, so there’s no additional searching around!

Find the Calendar Here:

CREATE AN ACCOUNTWhen registering for an event, you have two options:

1) Register as a Guest or 2) Create an Account

If you register as a guest, you will have to re-enter ALL of your information for every event.

We recommend option 2, creating a MyRoster account when you register for your first event on this system. Creating an account will save your

information so you don’t have to re-enter everything for each event which will save you time!

REGISTER YOUR WHOLE UNIT OR JUST YOU!Is your pack coming to Cub Scout Halloween? Is your Troop coming to The BEAST?

Scoutingevent.com makes it easy to register your whole unit for events! When you use your MyRoster account to register, the participant information you enter for events can be used for future events so you

don’t have to enter the entire unit’s information for every single event.

As the Registrant Contact for an event, you have access to reports to help keep track of your unit and make sure everyone is registered and ready for a great event.

NEW FEATURES FOR SUMMER CAMPA great feature is the PARENT PORTAL. The Registrant Contact can activate this in the registration so

parents can enter the information for their scouts, select classes, and make payments for camp!Utilizing the PARENT PORTAL and the reports available through this system, Unit Leaders and parents can see how their Scouts are doing throughout the week in their Merit Badge classes! After camp is done, Unit

Leaders can even print the blue cards for each Scout!

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CAMP LA-NO-CHEEVENTS2021-2022

Located at the Leonard and Marjorie Williams Scout Reservation, Camp La-No-Che is a year round, 1,600 acre camp operated by the Central Florida Council. We have great activities for all programs throughout the year that have been planned and organized by our council volunteers and professional staff. All that’s missing from them is you!The next few pages are divided into two sections - Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA/Venturing. They tell you about those great experiences and how you and your whole unit can take part in an awesome pre-planned outdoor experience at Camp La-No-Che!

AWESOME EVENT AT CAMP!This event is awesome and has a lot of fun, unique opportunities for your scouts! Take

advantage of a great weekend at Camp!

EVENT INFORMATIONDate: APRIL 13-15, 2021

Cost: $20 per personMeal Plan Available for Purchase

T-Shirt pre-order deadline: March 23, 2021

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-awesome

Use these links to find out more and register for the event

Find a quick description of the event

here

Event Title

Information on date, time, location and

cost(if available)

EXAMPLE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT AND WHAT TO LOOK FOR

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO FIND OUT THE LATEST ABOUT CAMP LA-NO-CHE:

WWW.CAMPLANOCHE.COMWhile every effort is made to ensure accuracy in this guide, all event information is subject to change based on

program needs, weather, or other internal or external factors unknown at the time of printing. For most up-to-date information visit the website above.

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CUB SCOUT HALLOWEEN WEEKENDSPUMPKINS, SCARECROWS & GHOSTS GALORE!

By day, take part in Fall Festival activities, then get in costume to have a spooky fun

evening! Special discounted “Rybolt Camping” option available!

EVENT INFORMATIONDate: All Weekends in OctoberCost: $22-$28 per person Meal Plan Available for PurchaseT-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-halloween

LIGER GROWLMeet other Lions and Tigers! Scouts will have the opportunity to shoot bows and arrows, BB guns, swimming, arts & crafts, take part in the Liger Stomp Parade, campfire show, & party!

EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Nov 19-21, 2021Cost: $22-$26 per personMeal Plan Available for PurchaseT-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-LigerGrowl

CUB SCOUT EVENTS 2021-2022

REMINDERS FOR A SUCCESSFUL VISIT FOR ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS:You may bring your own meals or purchase a meal plan if it is offered(noted in this guide).

T-Shirts are pre-order only and must be ordered when registering at least 3 weeks prior to event.For Weekend events at Camp La-No-Che, please plan to bring your own tents as most sites will not

have tents set up between August and May.

CAN’T MAKE THE FULL WEEKEND EVENT? REGISTER AND ATTEND SATURDAY ONLY TO EXPERIENCE ALL THE GREAT ACTIVITIES FOR THAT EVENT.

WEBELOS TO SCOUT TRANSITIONWebelos and Arrow of Light Scouts will work closely with their Scout Troop Guides to prepare them for their crossover and learn the Scout skills they need to succeed and have fun!EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Dec 3-5, 2021Cost: $30-$35 per person Meal Plan Available for Purchase T-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.comscoutingevent.com/083-W2ST

CUB HOLIDAYDress as your favorite holiday character and help save camp from the Grinch! Bring your favorite holiday sweater to enter the ugliest sweater contest. Even get your picture with Santa and friends! EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Dec 10-12, 2021Cost: $26-$30 per personMeal Plan Available for PurchaseT-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

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MORE CUB CAMPING INFORMATION:Looking for more? Check out the Camp Website and use the “Cub Scout” drop down menu for more events and a view to the year-round calendar!

Cub Scout Spring-a-Palooza!Your Cub Scouts can look forward to FUN this spring at this newly created Spring Cub Scout event that ties in adventure and learning on a yearly theme!EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Apr 8-10, 2022Cost: $24-$28 per personMeal Plan Available for PurchaseT-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

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THE BEAST II: THE RECKONINGFor Scouts BSA, Venturers, and Explorers. Be a part of The BEAST II: The Reckoning this fall. Like the BEAST, but with more competition elements in this action packed weekend. Can you handle the Reckoning?

EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Sep 24-26, 2021Cost: $30-$40 per personMeal Plan Available for Purchase

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-Beast2

SUMMER CAMP 2021The Staff at Camp La-No-Che welcomes you to a great summer camp experience! Brave the

waters of Lake Norris as part of the LNYC Sailing Program; climb to new heights at the 3-program Adventure Tower; race through camp on an ATV; learn the skills you need to survive from Scouts

and Native Americans; cook over an open fire! You won’t find a better camp experience anywhere!

Come with your unit or attend as part of the Provisional Troop!EVENT INFORMATION Dates: Jun 6-12, 13-19, 20-26, 27-Jul 3, 11-17, 18-24Cost: $320 per Scout $100 per adultMeals included in cost of eventT-Shirt available for pre-order MORE INFORMATION

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Scouts BSA & Venturing

EVENTS 2021-2022

A Couple of Notes to ensure a great experience at these events:You may bring your own meals or purchase a meal plan if it is offered(noted in this guide).

T-Shirts are pre-order only and must be ordered when registering at least 3 weeks prior to event.For Weekend events at Camp La-No-Che, please plan to bring your own tents as most sites will not

have tents set up outside of June and July.

WINTER CAMP 2021With new classes, amazing staff, and constant facility improvements, there’s no questioning

how Camp La-No-Che has been considered a “premier Scout camp” for over 70 years!

Come with your unit or attend as part of the Provisional Troop!

EVENT INFORMATION Dates: Full Sessions Dec 18-21, Dec 27-30Cost: $165-$180 per Scout / $90 per Adult Meals included in cost of event T-Shirt available for pre-order MORE INFORMATION

visit www.camplanoche.comscoutingevent.com/083-wintercamp

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STAFF OPPORTUNITIES FORWINTER CAMP 2021

AND SUMMER CAMP 2022Be a part of the staff that makes Winter Camp a great experience, or apply to be a part of the Summer Camp staff! Keep an eye on deadlines to ensure consideration.

All applications onlineCAMP STAFF APPLICATION DEADLINES

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

THE BEASTFor Scouts BSA, Venturers, and Explorers. Conquer The BEAST this spring. With an open schedule of activities all across camp, you’re sure to have a great weekend. Event sold out last year, so register early! EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Apr 22-24, 2022Cost: $35-$45 per personMeal Plan Available for Purchase

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-beast

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EVENTS FOR ORDER OF THE ARROW MEMBERSFor those Scouts who are members of the Order of the Arrow, or who will be this fall, Tipisa Lodge has events throughout the year for you to participate in that are fun, provide service, and allow you to meet fellow arrowmen from across the council and beyond! Check out their website to find the most up to date information on these great events and opportunities.

EVENT INFORMATIONDates and information for events can be found at Tipisa.orgCost: Varies by event

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.Tipisa.org

TIPISA NATIVE AMERICAN WEEKENDAn Event For All Scouts

Presented by Tipisa Lodge #326, Order of the Arrow, TNAW encourages Scouts to take a trip back in time and learn about Native Americans while having fun! There are various crafts and activities for Scouts to enjoy as well as vendors.

EVENT INFORMATIONDate: Mar 4-6, 2022Cost: $35-45 per participantT-Shirts available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-TNAW

SUMMER CAMP 2022: A VISION OF THE FUTUREWatch Camp La-No-Che transform into the summer camp of the FUTURE! Experience new programs and new ways of learning classic skills. A new staff, new schedule, and MORE!

EVENT INFORMATIONDates: Jun 7-13, 14-20, 21-27, 28-July 4; additional weeks to be announced June 1, 2021New Leaders’ Guide for 2022 will be available August 1, 2021Meals included in cost of eventT-Shirt available for pre-order

MORE INFORMATIONvisit www.camplanoche.com

scoutingevent.com/083-summercamp

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Your Unit is now able to reserve the use of campsites and facilities at Camp La-No-Che ONLINE! Your Pack can plan a fall picnic and pool party using one of the activity shelters, or your Troop or

Crew can plan a weekend camp out using one of our over 25 campsites! Camp La-No-Che is your home away from home!

Here’s how it works…it’s as easy as 1-2-3!

The booking system allows you to book by preferred date, or by preferred facility, giving you options. Click the “Reserve ” button to get started by date; choose the

facility from the listed categories to begin based on facility preference. Each facility will have a specific pricing scale for your group, and may require a deposit to reserve.

If a facility is not available during your preferred date(s) the calendar will display an “X” in place of the date. By clicking the date(s) you would like to reserve each facility, your booking will be moved into accessible in the upper right corner.

STEP 2: Choose your facility and choose your

booking date

STEP 1: Go to CAMPLANOCHE.COM/RESERVE-CAMP

A button will also be available on the front page of www.camplanoche.com

Reserve Camp For Your Unit Online

PRO TIPIf you plan on booking just one facility, like a single campsite for a weekend, it is easiest to do that by first selecting your preferred site and then the date. If you plan on booking multiple facilities in a single booking (maybe several

campsites, or a site and the pool) you should begin by selecting your date first by clicking the “Reserve” button.

STEP 3: Checkout!Once you have locked in each facility for your preferred date, click the Shopping Cart at the top-right of the page and follow the instructions, entering in Unit details, contact info, and estimated* youth and adults attending. At the time of booking, only a non-refundable site deposit will be required. Site deposits can be paid for using eCheck or Credit Card**.

Unit bookings can be made up to 12 months in advance. Some availability may be limited due to planned Council or District events. If you have any questions or need help getting started, contact Pam at 352-669-8558 or at

pam@camplanoche.com

*Estimated attendance will help determine projected price. Final attendance will be collected at check in and per person pricing will be adjusted. Additional payment may be required up to 2 weeks prior to visit and may also be charged onsite in some cases.**Credit/Debit Card payments will be charged a 3% service fee.

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Training for Leaders Training provides knowledge, skills, and best practices a leader needs to better understand his or her role in providing an effective and worthwhile program to youth. Trained leaders are more confident and better prepared to deliver engaging and FUN adventures – while having fun themselves! Adult leader training is divided into levels. The Central Florida Council training team offers many of the courses available at the different levels as live, group training sessions. Read on to learn more about these levels, and the training needed to be considered basic leader trained.

JOINING COURSEYouth Protection Training is a joining requirement for all registered adults and must be retaken every two years. Leaders must create or log into their my.scouting.org account to take Youth Protection training online. YPT is also offered at some council or district events. MY.SCOUTING.ORGThis is the online home for many different trainings offered by the Boy Scouts of America for its different volunteer positions. Take time to visit this site and create a profile, if you haven’t already to take those available trainings online. POSITION SPECIFIC (ROLE BASED) COURSESThese courses are designed to help Scouters learn how to effectively carry out their Scouting roles. Adult leaders in units are considered ‘trained’ and eligible to wear the official Trained emblem when they have completed Youth Protection Training and the training courses for their registered position. Many in-person courses are offered in CFC and can be found at cflscouting.org/training. Check back often, especially during the school year, as additional courses and updates can occur frequently.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND ADVANCED TRAININGThese courses are designed to help Scouters develop a particular skill to enhance their Scouting role. Online modules may be found in my.scouting.org accounts. Other opportunities are listed below.

UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – Youth and adults in units, commissioners, and virtually every volunteer at the district or council level can choose classes designed for them at the largest annual supplemental training event in the council. This event is scheduled for January 26, 2021.

TRAINING AT NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE BASES There are opportunities for Scouters to visit one of the National High Adventure Bases to attend trainings in a great setting that enhances the training being offered.

WOOD BADGE - The course content and leadership principles introduced apply to Scouters of all leadership positions and provides a common foundation of leadership skills to be used throughout all program areas. CFC offers two Wood Badge courses each year. Course dates and registration can be found at www.cfcwoodbadge.com

For more information and the most up to date training opportunities, please visit:CFLSCOUTING.ORG/TRAINING

WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE A TRAINED LEADER?

POSITION YOUTH PROTECTION

POSITION SPECIFIC TRAINING

Tiger Scout DenLeaders

Tiger Den Leaders (online)

Wolf/Bear DenLeader or Assistant

Cub Scout DenLeader (online)

Webelos Den Leaderor Assistant

Webelos Den Leader (online)

Cubmaster orAssistant Cubmaster (online)

Pack CommitteeMember or Chair

Pack Committee(online)

Pack Trainer Pack Trainer

Chartered Organization

Representative

Chartered Organization

Representative

Scoutmaster orAssistant SM Specifics & IOLS

Troop CommitteeMember or Chair

Troop CommitteeChallenge (online)

Venturing Advisor Venturing Leader Specific Training

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Scouting SafelyFew youth organizations encompass the breadth, volume, and diversity of physical activity common to Scouting, and none enjoy a better safety record. The key to maintaining and improving this exemplary record is the conscientious and trained adult leader who is attentive to safety concerns. Below are some useful resources to help you provide the safest Scouting program to your youth this year.

READ MORE ABOUT THE BSA’S COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AT SCOUTING.ORG/HEALTH-AND-SAFETY

THE GUIDE TO SAFE SCOUTINGAvailable in print, downloadable pdf, online, and even in a mobile app, The Guide to Safe Scouting prepares members of the Boy Scouts of America to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. A must for all unit leaders it can be viewed or downloaded online at Scouting.org/SafeScouting or purchased at the Central Florida Scout Shop.

AGE-APPROPRIATE GUIDELINES FOR SCOUTING ACTIVITIES CHARTAge- and rank-appropriate guidelines have been developed based on many factors. When planning activities outside ofprogram materials or handbooks, ask this question: Is the activity appropriate for the age and for Scouting?

THE SWEET 16 OF BSA SAFETYAs an aid in the continuing effort to protect participants in a Scout activity, the BSA National Health and Safety Committee has developed the “Sweet Sixteen” of BSA safety procedures for physical activity. These 16 points, which embody good judgment and common sense, are applicable to all activities and are included in The Guide to Safe Scouting and are viewable online at Scouting.org/ScoutingSafely.

THE RISK ZONE: TRANSPORTING SCOUTS SAFELYThe #1 cause of preventable injury in the BSA is not our aquatics, climbing, shooting, or camping programs; it is the travel to and from these programs. The Risk Zone is a presentation based training focused on attentive driving. This presentation will educate the participants on ways to prevent distractions and fatigue while driving as well as provide information on SUVs and vans, traveling with trailers, and insurance information. Download The Risk Zone at Scouting.org/ScoutingSafely under the “Training” section.

The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. To maintain such an environment, the BSA has developed numerous procedural and leadership selection policies and provides parents and leaders with resources for the Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, and Venturing programs.

Youth Protection training is required for all BSA registered volunteers.

Youth Protection training must be taken every two years. If a volunteer’s Youth Protection training record is not current at the

time of recharter, the volunteer will not be re-registered.

True youth protection can be achieved only through the focused commitment of everyone in Scouting. Take some time to visit the Youth Protection website to learn about the latest initiatives to keep your kids safe:

SCOUTING.ORG/TRAINING/YOUTH-PROTECTION

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Funding Your ProgramThe aims and methods of Scouting instruct that a Scout be thrifty and that they pay their own way for program and activities. Scouts learn the value of money and hard work by earning the money to pay for things. But they didn’t join Scouting to do fundraising! The fundraising have a purpose and the purpose is to raise a targeted number of dollars to do something else. Different families have different resources at their disposal. Some families may not need to participate in fundraising at all. Others in the same unit might need additional opportunities to raise funds. Troops, Packs and Crews pull together and enjoy activities as a group rather than individually. This calls for a unified approach to planning and funding the activities.

The very first Journey to Excellence objective is Planning and Budget as it relates to fundraising. Gold level units involve the youth in producing a program plan and budget that is reviewed and approved by a committee that regularly meets. The natural outgrowth of this planning process should be consensus of youth and adult members on nature of the program for the coming year and the nature of the fundraising to accomplish it. Scouting families should enthusiastically embrace the fundraising process for what it is and what it accomplishes.

UNIT MONEY EARNING APPLICATIONSA unit must submit a Unit Money Earning Application to the council prior to any non-council sponsored fundraiser. The application is available from the Volunteer Service Center and should be submitted to the office or District Executive at least two weeks prior to the start of the fundraiser. Whenever your unit is planning a money-earning project, be sure to refer to the BSA’s “Guide to Unit Money Earning Projects” as your guide. It will be helpful to you as you fill out the application. If your answer is yes to all the questions in this document, it is likely the project conforms to Scouting’s standards and will be approved. For more information consult your District Executive.

POPCORNWith over 70% of the Popcorn sale going to support Scouting, there is no other fund raiser with that high of a return, and the majority of the money going directly to your unit. Up to 35% goes straight to local units in form of commission, prizes for your Scouts, and sales materials. The remaining 35% goes to support Camp La-No-Che, Volunteer Service Center, and the other indirect support provided for your Scouting program. The sale begins in August and ends in November. Sign up starts in May.

CAMP CARDSThe Camp Card sale is designed specifically to help Scouts earn funds to offset the cost of their Scouting experience. Units participating in this program can earn up to 40% commission for each Camp Card they sell. Sales begin in January and end in April.

These and other resources for a successful year of Scouting are available at:

cflscouting.org/AnnualPlanning

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Journey to ExcellenceJourney to Excellence, or JTE, is a recognition program for your unit that helps you measure how well you are doing in the key items that give Scouts a great experience. It is another tool for your toolbox to help build a stronger unit. When used, this tool can help you build a stronger unit and be recognized for your efforts. The three recognition levels are Bronze, Silver, and Gold.

There are 4 major areas measured by the Journey To Excellence tool:

Each area has its own measurements that are indicators of a strong unit. By keeping an eye on these areas, it will in turn help you build a stronger unit. And the good news is by using this unit annual planning guide to

plan your year, you are already on your way to achieving JTE Gold!

FOR COMPLETE JTE SCORECARDS FOR YOUR PROGRAM, VISIT SCOUTING.ORG/JTE

Planning and Budget

Program

Membership

Volunteer Leadership

University of Scouting Ad Space

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To ensure you have the most accurate and relevant information related to Council and District events happening during this program year, we have included links and QR Codes to our online calendar specific to each district and program level.

You can access the calendar by either clicking the program name or scanning the qr code with your phone.

Online Calendars

TIMUQUA DISTRICT CALENDAR CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

COUNCIL CALENDAR

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LAKE DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

SEMINOLE DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

EAGLE EMPIRE DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

METRO ORLANDO DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

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COLONIAL DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

CHALLENGER DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

OSCEOLA DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

RIVERSIDE DISTRICT CALENDAR

CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING

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Don’t Forget to Include These Other Calendars in Your Planning:

School District Calendars

Religious Observance dates for all faiths

FOR A COMPLETE CALENDAR OF RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCE DATES VISIT:https://www.scouting.org/resources/relationships/religious-observances

Visit the Religious Emblems Website by scanning the QR

code: