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Seneca Waterways Council Newsletter │Winter 2019-2020QQuarterluarterlyy

Serving the youth of Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties

Seneca Waterways CouncilBoy Scouts of America

2320 Brighton-Henrietta TL Rd. Rochester, NY 14623Scout ingng

www.facebook.com/SenecaWaterwaysCouncilBSAUNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING

University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity for all adult Scout leaders with a few leadership courses aimed toward youth leaders in Troops and/or Crews. It is the only time during the year where you can find, all in one place, the widest variety of training opportunities for the different Boy Scouts of America program areas. Whether you are new to the program or a veteran of many years, this Extravaganza provides interesting courses in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Venturing, Leadership Training for Adults & Youth, and General Studies courses applicable across all the Scouting programs.

March 7, 2020Roberst Wesleyan

Registration Opens January 9, 2020

Register by January 20th for the early bird price fo $15. After that the price increases to $20 and registrations after March 2nd will be $30. For Walk Ins, courses/ trainings offerings are based on pre-registrations.

Schedule of Events: 7:30 A.M. - Registration Begins 8:00 A.M. - Trainings Begin 9:00 A.M. - Courses Begin12:00 P.M. - Lunch Hour 4:00 P.M. - University Ends

University of Scouting Colleges (Areas of Concentration):

College of Cub Scouting provides a wide variety of courses from pack administration to planning for an outdoor program.

College of Boy Scouting provides an exciting variety of troop, patrol and outdoor planning supplemental courses to help manage the challenges of a great troop experience. See pages 6 and 7 for potential listing of courses being offered. Course list is tentative and may change.

Most BSA basic leader training courses will be offered throughout the day for those curious souls wanting to learn about individual BSA programs or develop confidence in their leadership skills and/or begin the journey of joining the adult leadership ranks to help in their units and/or Scout.

Online Registration Concerns: If you can't find your solution in the 'Registration Help' in the side bar above, please feel free to email us at UofS@senecawaterways.org and someone will be along quickly to help you!

For more information and to register, please visit: https://scoutingevent.com/397-uos.

THE FORCE WAS WITH YOU!

On Friday, December 20, 900 Scouts and families will fill two full theaters at Regal Henrietta for the exclusive Council premier of Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker. These Scouts, parents and volunteers will have all earned their way to watch opening night of Star Wars by participating in this fall’s product sale.

Scouts in 160 units throughout every corner of the Seneca Waterways Council helped make this fall’s product sale the highest grossing sale in recent memory, selling a combined $1,150,000 worth of popcorn and nuts. That’s a lot of product and our community came together in a big way to support our Scouting programs and make sure that young people have exceptional programs in their neighborhoods.

Most importantly, it means that over $808,000 is being put to right back into local programs and services both at the unit level and funding the support, services and camps of our Council.

We would like to give a special salute to the top selling Scouts in our Council who sold

over $1,250 worth of popcorn and/or nuts and earned tickets to our movie premier. As of November 1, there were 138 Scouts who had

met that threshold with combined sales of

over $200K. We also want to give a shout-out to the Packs and Troops who went all-in on the fall sale and had an exceptional fall. They have the right strategy – partner with the Council to get their fundraising done through our fall product sale so they can spend the entire rest of the year spending it on programs.

This year we introduced Whitley’s Premium Nuts into

our fall product sale mix and it make a huge difference. Our units collectively sold over $400,000 worth of tasty nuts and party mix. We are thrilled to have Whitley’s and CAMP MASTERS at our side to make great programs possible.

None of this would be possible of course without the dedication, commitment, time and talent of an incredible committee of district and unit kernels. Also, be sure to give Christine Crittenden, Council Queen of Popcorn a high five the next time you see her!

We are also proud to be able to send six Scouts to a free week of summer camp. Each of these Scouts sold at least $625 to earn their name in a drawing for a week of camp and we can’t wait to hear the stories of their experiences. (continued on page 12)

IT TAKES A VILLAGE...AND SOME DOLLARS TOO!

Support on all levels is what makes a strong and vibrant Scouting program is made possible for families in the Seneca Waterways Council . Over the next few months, volunteers will be reaching out to our families and the broader community to make investments in our programs through Friends of Scouting (FOS).

Our annual fund, aka FOS, accounts for nearly 1/3 of the direct support we need to raise to keep the Council running. It is thanks to generous gifts to Friends of Scouting that we are able to keep summer camp fees affordable, provide additional scholarships

and assistance for families who cannot afford Scouting, support and train nearly

4,000 adult volunteers, and expand our age-appropriate development initiatives including social and practical life skills and STEM-based learning. (continued on page 4)

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STRONG SCOUT SHOPThe Strong Scout shop is now a National Scout Shop and off ers a one-stop shop for all your Scouting needs

—uniforms, camping gear, awards, and more.

Strong Scout Shop2320 Brighton-Henrietta TL Rd

Rochester, NY 14623Phone: (585) 241-8551 Fax: (585) 241-8578

RochesterScoutShop@scouting.org

HOURSMonday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Closed Sunday

Closed major holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Seneca Waterways Council2320 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Road

Rochester, New York 14623(585) 244-4210 www.senecawaterways.org

Scout Executive - Stephen Hoitt Council President - Jeff Halik Council Commissioner - Chris Schulitz

Council Professional Staff

Director of Field Service - Marcus RaglandDirector of Development - Anthony Vogl Director of Support Services - Aaron VikemyrField Director - Frank CapozziSr. Development Director - Laurie BauerEditor and Marketing Communications Manager - Mary Ellen Smith Program Director - Matt GhirardaCamp Operations Director - Don DeClerck

Calendar items are subject to change. For current information visit our online calendar at www.senecawaterways.org/calendar for current information and event details. For more information or to participate in any of these events, contact your (1) Scout Leader, (2) Unit Commissioner, (3) District Committee Member, or (4) District Executive.

Scouting Quarterly is the official newsletter ofSeneca Waterways Council, Boy Scouts of America. This quarterly publication highlights Council Scouting programs, news, and events.

In this issue...Page

May the 'Force' Be With You... Front PageUniversity of Scouting Front PageIt Takes a Village... Front PageMemorials & Tributes 2Eagle Scout Projects of the Month 3Louis & Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship 3New Units 3Volunteer Recognition Dinner 3 & Annual Meeting Silver Beaver Nominations 3North Star Award Nominations 3Eagle Scout Mentor Dinner & 4 Gathering of Eagles Registration Assistance Fund 4Camp Card Sale 421 Stories For Scouts 4Casting Call 4Red Wings Sleepover 2020 Save the Date 4Order of the Arrow 5Camp Staff 5Arctic Challenge 5What is IOLS? 5Camp Kickoff 2020 5Council Fishing Derby 5Camp Promotions 5University of Scouting Courses 6-7Cub Elective Days 8Merit Badge Days 82020 Treks 8OKPIK 8Council Pinewood Derby 8Seabase 8Top Shot 8Scoops Chess Challenge 9Me & My Shadow Family Camping 10Philmont 2020 11Back to Gilwell 11Baloo 11Scout Shop Holiday Giving Tree 12Amerks' Scout Night 12BSA Stem Program 12D N

Bay Waters 9 Black Creek 9 Genesee Crossroads 9 Lighthouse 10 Mohawk 10 Seneca 10 Towpath 11 Turning Point 11 Exploring West & East 12

December 20194 Friends of Scouting 2020 Kickoff 6 Take Order Product Sale Payments DUE7 District Recharter Day12 Holiday Sale Distribution. Final Product Sale

Payments DUE14 IOLS Part B14 Cub Scout Electives20 Merit Badge Days24 Christmas Eve - Scout Service Center Closed25 Christmas Day - Scout Service Center Closed

January 20201 New Year's Day - Scout Service Center Closed14 Eagle Scout Mentor Dinner17-19 Yeti Games @ Camp Cutler17-20 Massawepie Arctic Challenge18 Merit Badge Days20 Dr. Martin Luther King Day - Service Center

Closed23 Trainer's Edge Part 124-26 OKPIK25 Merit Badge Days25 Trainer's Edge Part 2

26 Camp Kickoff 28 Camp Card Kickoff

February 20208 Merit Badge Days8 IOLS part B15 Merit Badge University22 Merit Badge Days29 Merit Badge Days

March 20207 University of Scouting14-21 Scouting for Food21 Amerks' Scout Night28 Merit Badge Days

April 20202 IOLS Part A4 Scoops Chess Challenge4 Raccoon Spring Work Day4 Merit Badge Days4 IOLS Part B11 Top Shot Challenge24-25 Spring Camporee25 Council Pinewood Derby25 Commissioners College

Memorials & TributesMemorials & Tributes are fi nancial gifts made to the Council in honor of an individual.

For more information on making a memorial gift to the Council, contact Kimberly Gunkel at 585-241-8555.

For a more detailed list of all events, including districts, please visit our online calendar at www.senecawaterways.org.

Dates may also change throughout the planning year.

IN MEMORY OF SHAWN FLANAGAN

Fred Schuhle

RICHARD L. WRIGHTJerry L. Bond

Bonnie Cosgrove

District Executives Bay Waters - Brendan FlahertyBlack Creek - Gary Bogner, Senior DEGenesee Crossroads - Marcus Ragland Director of Field ServiceLighthouse - Leigh KozakMohawk - William GalesSeneca - Marie JacksonTowpath - Justin KuczmaTurning Point - Oliris Ramos, Senior DE

Exploring Executives East - Brad Rickman West - John Sheible

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— COUNCIL NEWS —

If you know of any organizations interested in sponsoring Pack, Troop, Crew, or Post for boys or girls, contact the District

Executive in your area or the Council office at 585-244-4210.

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST UNITS(Sept. through Oct. 2019)

UNIT # ORGANIZATION

Troop 725 Dundee Area Council of ChurchesPost 201 Ontario County Sheriff’s OfficePost 2002 NY KitchenTroop 147 St Francis Xavier CabriniCrew 398 Seneca Waterways Council BSATroop 179 Mary Fellows Penfield Chapter NS DAR

EAGLE SCOUT PROJECTSOF THE MONTH

July 2019Truman MortillaroTroop 262 - Webster

Truman’s project was the design and fabrication of 72’ long wheelchair accessible boardwalk in Hickory Bark Park for the Friends of Webster Trails. One of the unique features of the project included a “bump out” section allowing wheelchairs to safely pass while on the boardwalk. The project included the efforts of over forty volunteers and over three hundred hours of volunteer time.

August 2019Mason KuhnTroop 324 - Holley

Mason’s project was the design and fabrication of a fire pit gathering area for the Christ Chapel Wesleyan Church in Hamlin. The pavers were donated but needed to be removed from the donor’s site. The area was prepared and the recycled pavers installed and the fire pit added; four benches and a small fire wood shed were also added to the area. The project included the efforts of over forty volunteers and about four hundred hours of volunteer time.

September 2019Connor MillerTroop 110 - Ontario

Connor’s project was the design and fabrication of a 6’ x 12’ animal shelter for Nature’s Haven in Webster and the organization of a collection for supplies for the shelter. The project included the preparation of the site and the erection of the shelter building. The project included the efforts of over fifty-five volunteers and over three hundred eighty hours of volunteer time.

LOUIS & SALLY LANGIE EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP

The Louis and Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship is awarded annually at the Council level to an Eagle Scout planing to attend a four-year college or university. The scholarship provides financial aid to help cover the costs of higher education and enable an Eagle Scout to achieve his career aspirations. This is a scholarship grant of $20,000.00 over four years.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Any Eagle Scout who earned his Award in the Seneca Waterways Council, and meets the qualifications noted below. Applicants may have earned their Award at any time prior to their request. It is not limited to Scouts earning the Award in their senior

year, but you must be a graduating senior to apply.

Application forms are available online under Resources and then in the Forms section of the Council’s website at www.senecawaterways.org. Applications must be submitted by the May 1, 2020.

Mail the application to: Seneca Waterways Council, 2320 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Road, Rochester, NY 14623. The application becomes the

property of the selection committee and will not be returned to the applicant. The selection committee will inform all applicants of their decision between July and August.

For more information, contact the council office at 585-244-4210.

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION DINNER & ANNUAL MEETING

On Monday May 4th, 2020 the Council will hold its annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner and annual business meeting. Mark your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate the volunteers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to provide amazing support to youth through Scouting. At the dinner we will recognize Silver Beaver recipients as well as Veteran Scouters and Scout units with 40 or more

years of service. In addition, Cannon awards, Venturing Leadership awards and Council Training awards will be presented. The Seneca Waterways Council will also conduct its annual business meeting that evening, including the election of Board members and Officers for the 2020/2021 Scouting year. More information will follow in upcoming newsletters.

SILVER BEAVER NOMINATIONSDUE FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The Boy Scouts of America Silver Beaver Award is a Council-level distinguished service award. Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the Council.

This distinguished award recognizes volunteers who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service. It is the

highest recognition the Council can bestow upon an Adult leader.

Presentation of the awards will be made at the Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner and Annual Meeting on Monday, May 4th, 2020.

For the Seneca Waterways Council to consider a volunteer for the Silver Beaver Award, the volunteer must first be duly nominated. If you would like to nominate a candidate for the Silver Beaver Award please complete the form which can be downloaded from the Council website at: www.senecawaterways.org in the Forms section under Awards. All nominations must be submitted by February 14th to Christine Crittenden at chris.crittenden@scouting.org. Any questions, contact Christine at 585-241-8580.

NORTH STAR AWARDNOMINATIONS

DUE FEBRUARY 14, 2020 The North Star Award is a high-level award presented by councils on behalf of the National Court of Honor to nonregistered volunteers who have made a significant contribution to Scouting. It is on same level as the Silver Beaver Award, which is for registered volunteers. The nomination form can be found in the Forms section of the Council website under Awards at www.senecawaterways.org/forms.

The deadline for the submission of nominations for the North Star Award to the Council is February 14, 2020. The Council then submits the nomination to the National BSA for consideration. The North Star Award will be presented at the Council's Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner and Annual Meeting on May 4th, 2020.

September 2019Michael PiersallTroop 163 - Webster

Michael’s project was the repurposing of a facility to a chapel and sacristy for Margaret Home in Rochester. The project included the complete emptying the facility and a refurbishment from ceiling to carpet. A number of pews were moved from CT and cut down for the chapel space. The project included the efforts of about forty volunteers and about three hundred twenty hours of volunteer time.

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ATTENTION ALL SCOUTS: SAVE THE DATE! 24th Annual Scout Sleepover at Frontier Field

June 13, 2020 - 7:05pm

Rochester Red Wings vs. Gwinnett Stripers (Atlanta Braves)

More details to follow!

For additional information, contact Kevin Lute

(585) 454-1001 ext. 3046 or email KLute@RedWingsBaseball.com

— DEVELOPMENT & FUNDRAISING —

Seneca Waterways Council is looking for Scouts, Leaders, and Parents who have a story to tell and are willing to share it publicly via print, TV, radio and social media. Throughout the year, there are many occasions for the council to highlight the great things happening in Scouting, but we need your help to do so!

Several opportunities where we need “stars”

include our annual report, speaking at special events, television and radio appearances, and features in our newsletters, website, or social media platforms.

So if you have a budding star interested in “15 minutes of fame (or longer),” please contact marketing at marketing@senecawaterways.org or call Mary Ellen Smith, Marketing Communications Manager at 585-241-8544.

CAMP CARD SALE

EAGLE SCOUT MENTOR DINNER & GATHERING OF EAGLES

21 STORIES FOR SCOUTS

The over 200 young men in the 2019 Class of Eagle Scouts will be recognized for their remarkable achievements at the 69th Annual Eagle Scout Mentor Dinner on January 14, 2020. This banquet at Burgandy Basin celebrates the hard work and commitment of these Scouts and the leaders and parents who helped get them to this pinnacle achievement.

If there was a graduation ceremony for the Class of Eagle Scouts, this is it.

At the dinner we present the recipients of the Eagle Scout Service Project of the Month and Year, along with the winner of the Louis

& Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship, a 4-year, $5,000 a year scholarship to a Scout from Seneca Waterways Council. We are also looking forward to recognizing an Outstanding adult Eagle Scout from our community for his lifetime of leadership and service.

One of the goals of the dinner is to pair each Scout up with an adult mentor in his career field of interest so they can share their life experience and give the Scout a little lift. If you would like to attend the dinner, sponsor a Scout or serve as a mentor, please contact Laurie Bauer at 585-241-8526.

REGISTRATION FUND ASSISTANCECollectively the National Registration Fee increase from $33 to $60 means a significant financial impact in additional registration expenses to the units in Seneca Waterways Council, BSA. We are keenly aware of the burden this last-minute fee increase has on many of our units, especially this time of year.

To help ease the burden of this additional fee increase, the Seneca Waterways Council created a one-time Registration Assistance Fund to give up to $50,000 worth of assistance to units that are unable to cover the cost of this registration fee change. The $50,000 is being covered by the Council’s Operating Budget, thanks in large part to the

success of Popcorn & Nut sales and Friends of Scouting. While the funds are offsetting a national membership fee, they are enabling local Scouts to stay in the program or reducing a burden on local Packs or Troops who might not otherwise be able to absorb the increase.

We are proud that we could make this fund available and be a partner to keeping Scouting affordable and available to all young people in our Council.

For more information on how your Friends of Scouting contribution makes a difference, please visit www.senecawaterways.org.

It Takes a Village (continued from font page)

By the time you read this, 100% of our Council’s staff, Executive Board and district-level volunteers will have made their personal commitments to our mission through Friends of Scouting. And we’d like you to join us.The Seneca Waterways Council invests over $196 per Scout in programs and services to our nearly 10,000 members. We are reliant on the generosity of the Scouting and broader community to fund our mission of instilling values and building character in young people. A Scout is thrifty, and our contributors feel good knowing that over 82 cents of every $1 raised are returned in the form of programs and services.

When a volunteer visits your unit and asks for your pledge, please give until it feels good, knowing that every dollar you contribute is 100% tax deductible, invested

locally and is very much appreciated by all the families we are able to serve -- thanks to you!

Individuals who are able to support at the One Scout level or above ($196+) receive a fully-embroidered shoulder patch. Many of our supporters find it easier to make a recurring monthly pledge on their credit card rather than paying all at once, and we recognize these gifts as members of our Summit Circle.

For more information on the impact of your support or to make a secure, online gift, visit www.senecawaterways.org/give.

Donors now have one additional way to make a secure gift to Scouting … through your mobile phone. A simple text of “FOS2020” to (844) 615-4269 will provide a direct link to our online giving page. There’s really no easier way to give.

For additional ways that you or the company you work for can support Scouting, call 585- 244-4210.

Look up! It’s a bird, it’s a plane … it could be you on the side of the iconic Kodak World Headquarters rappelling down the side in our annual 21 Stories for Scouts event. This high visibility event returns for its 11th year on May 29th and gives up to 120 volunteers the chance to rappel down the side of Kodak while raising funds to support our urban outreach programs in the city of Rochester.

Participants register by setting up a fundraising page at www.21storiesforscouts.org with a goal of raising $1,000 or more. After that, it’s similar to a walk-a-thon where you reach out to friends, family and colleagues for support on your page to help send you over the edge.

Companies and organizations can register a team of up to six participants with a goal of raising $5,000. Each participant sets up their own fundraising page and the company is only responsible for the unraised balance. Most of our Team Sponsors in 2019 ended

up getting sponsorship benefits without writing a corporate check.

THE RETURN OF "LITTLE JOE"

2020 features the return of our hero ‘Little Joe’ Aiello who has set an ambitious goal of raising $100,000 for Scouting. We are sure he will and will help him all the way.

Visit www.21storiesforscouts.org to register or for more information.

The Camp Card initiative is designed to help Scouts earn their way to summer camp, whether it be Cub Scout Adventure Camp, Babcock Hovey, Massawepie Scout camps, day camp or a high adventure opportunity.

Units participating in the program can earn commissions up to 55% of the cards retail cost. The remaining will support the Council to help make improvements to the Council’s three Camps. The sale will begin Feb 1st and units will have until May 1st to close out their accounts.

Also, Scouts will be able to WIN a free week of camp at one of Seneca Waterways summer programs. Each troop can submit their top selling Scout for a drawing, provided the Council Commission on each card sold, is paid. There will be three drawings: Feb, March & April. Scouts not chosen will remain in the drawing for the next one. If your Scout is the Top selling scout again, he will get another entry. To participate be sure to fill out the entry forms located in the Camp Card Leader guide found on the website.

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— PROGRAM, TRAINING & CAMP —

ORDER OF THE ARROW

It has been a very busy year for the Lodge. We had 50 new Ordeal members and 6 new Brotherhood members at the Fall Induction. Election were held at the Fall Induction and the new Lodge leadership for 2020 is: The new Officers Elected are: Lodge Chief- Chamberlain Bauder, Vice Chief Program- Alek Ahrens, Vice Chief Service- Garrett Lawrence, Vice Chief Communication- Dan Moore, Vice Chief Inductions- James Yacono, and Treasurer- Kierran Hitchings.

The new Chapter Chiefs are: Bay Waters - Ian Avery, Black Creek - John Wagner, Genesee Crossroads - Peter Burke, Lighthouse - Ethan Dennis, Seneca - Zac Palmer, Mohawk - Conor Clancy, and Towpath - Owen Ellis.

Adopt-a-Park This year’s Adopt-a-Park was held at White Deer Tours in the former Seneca Army Depot. It was a great event and we got a lot of work done at the park.

The OA Banquet will be January 12th at the Shriner’s Damascus Shrine Center on Bay Road in Webster. We hope that you will all join us. You should have received your registration form in the mail or they can be found on the Council Website.

Elections. If your Troop hasn’t scheduled their OA elections for 2020, please do so ASAP. Contact your Chapter Chief or Advisor.

ARCTIC CHALLENGE

January 17-20, 2020

Stay at Massawepie Scout Camp and experience the Adirondacks in the winter. Stay in heated Gannett Lodge or bring your cold weather gear and give the Voyageur lean-to a try. Guided activities will be planned for the entire weekend. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in any and all events that they are interested in.

Activities may include (which are dependent on weather):

• down-hill skiing, tubing, ice skating• broom ball• Tour of the Wild Center• Natural History Museum

of the Adirondacks• Ice Fishing, Snowshoeing• Winter outdoor activities• Winter hiking

Weekend fee is $125.00 per person (Scouts and Adults) which includes: Lodging, Saturday breakfast through Monday lunch, activities, one ticket to the Wilde Center, bandana, and all other activities throughout the weekend. Transportation to events is not provided. Space is VERY limited due to availability of winter accommodations. Only 48 Scout and 16 Leader spaces are available. For more information please visit: https://scoutingevent.com/397-MOCARTIC2020

CAMP PROMOTIONS

Summer camp is one of the most important programs within Scouting. Seneca Waterways offers many unique summer experiences for all types of Scouts and Venturers. It can be a confusing and overwhelming to understand which camp you should attend. This is where the Camp Promotions Team can help. They have seasoned leaders and camp staff who will not only answer your questions, but are a great way to rally excitement for your Scouts.

Just email summercamp.promotions@senecawaterways.org and a member of the team can help you find both the right camp and the right answer to your questions. If you are looking for answers to the following summer camp programs:

• Aquatics Camp for Scouts-BSA• Eagle Flight• Camp Babcock-Hovey for Scouts-BSA• Massawepie Scout Camps – Camp Pioneer• Massawepie Adirondack Treks• Me & My Shadow (Cub Scouts)• Covered wagon Derby (Cub Scouts)• Twilight Camp (Cub Scouts)• Cub Scout Adventure Camp

at Cutler Reservation• Cub Scout Resident Camp at

Camp Babcock-Hovey

CAMP STAFF

We are looking to build the best teams for our summer camp programs, and we need the best scouts and scouters to fill those positions. Seneca Waterways offers the best summer camp program within the state of New York and beyond, and it all starts with hiring the best.

From Massawepie to Camp Babcock-Hovey to Camp Cutler, there are over 150 summer camp staff positions. Most camp staff are usually former campers; however, this is not a requirement. Each role offers a different experience and require different levels of training; each have the same thing in common for every person who comes to work: giving back to the program they have benefitted themselves.

Camp jobs offer invaluable skill-building, leadership, training, and enrichment opportunities that can’t be found anywhere else! Regardless of where you are in life, camp experiences allow you to learn and develop skills that will enhance your job marketability. The benefits go far beyond a paycheck, too.

To complete your online application please visit www.senecawaterways.org/outdoors.For more information about working at one of our Summer camp programs contact camping@seencawaterways.org

CAMP KICKOFF 2020

With three amazing camps, numerous year-round and summer camping opportunities and outstanding volunteers, there is a lot to cover at the Seneca Waterways Council Camping Kick-Off.

Find out about year-round camping opportunities, details on our summer camps, work weekends, high adventure opportunities and more. There is a big year ahead for outdoor camping and we’d love to tell you about it. Plus, you will have a chance to meet with our Camp Directors, Program Directors, key summer camp staff as well as other camp leadership.

Who should attend? Everyone is invited but it is recommended for Camping Chairpersons, leaders who are registering for summer camp, and parents who are going to camp for the first time. For our Troops and Crew, who are too far to travel, we will be live streaming the audio and presentation if you can’t make it. Attend in person or attend online. However, only the Massawepie Scout Camps breakout will be live streamed after the conclusion of the general camp kick-off program. Both the Camp Babcock-Hovey and Cub Scout Adventure Camp sessions will not be streamed.

We look forward to seeing you on January 26, 2020 at the Scout Service Center in Rochester from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. There will be light appetizers and snack for those who are hungry.

Please RSVP at https://scoutingevent.com/397-campkickoff IF you have any questions please email camping@senecawaterways.org or call 585-241-8545 for the Camping/Program Department.

COUNCIL FISHING DERBY

May 16,2020For the price of $15.00, Scouts will have a morning of fishing with a two fish limit, a freshly stocked lake and a commemorative event patch. Paid Scouts will fish from 8:00 am – 11:00 am (Listen for the cannon’s roar to make your first cast!) Paid Adults fish from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Fishing not enough action? There will be games and

challenges for kids, archery, fish cleaning, guided overlook hike, and fly-tying demonstrations all morning long. Meals are not included so be sure to bring your own lunch.

Over 100 new fish will be stocked in Lake Wellington in advance of the fishing derby. Your chances of catching a fish are pretty high but not guaranteed. J. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation is a special fishing preserve and a fishing license is NOT required.

Prizes will be awarded to the first 75 youth who catch two fish prior to 11:00 a.m. A special drawing will be held at 11:30 for the Scout derby qualifiers.

Bait and lures will be sold on site for your convenience at the Cub Scout Adventure Camp Trading Post, which will be open for those early risers! Be sure to catch the CSAC shirts and merchandise before your scouts register for camp!

All you need to do is bring your fishing pole, your own bait if you would like, and join the fun.

Want to make it a weekend? Camping reservations, not included as part of the Fishing Derby fee, must be made and paid separately, using the online reservation system available at senecawaterways.org. Tent campsites are available for groups for $25 and buildings are available if you would like to have some of the comforts of home.Registration is limited to 650 participants. Parking is limited – please car pool. Rain or Snow, It’s a Go! No Refunds.

WHAT IS IOLS? This is a hands-on course that provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain their First-Class rank.

Skill sessions include:• Campsite Selection• Outdoor Ethics• Fire Site Preparation and Building• Cooking• Ropes—Whipping, Tying, and Lashing• Woods tools—Knife, Camp Saw,

and Axe• Plant Identification• Animal Identification• Finding Your Way—Map and Compass• Packing and Hiking Techniques

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills or IOLS is completed in 2 parts (A & B). IOLS-A will be offered during all District Days of training, which are open to all leaders who want to train with an instructor. However, IOLS-B is taught outdoors, generally requires a full day. Sections can be completed in any order, but IOLS can only be recorded once both sections are completed.

New Scout leaders can become proficient in many of the basic outdoor skills, and gain exposure to the patrol method and numerous teaching methods and learning games.

Participants should dress according to the weather and time of year, as this course is largely held outdoors. Boots and rain gear are required. Hats, gloves, insect repellant, sunscreen are highly recommended. Plan on cold weather. Backpacks are not necessary, but daypacks are helpful.

This is recommended for all registered Boy Scout leaders, second-year Webelos leaders, and troop and committee members, as well as program and training committee chairs. Please remember that this course is required for all leaders in order to register for either Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster. Schedule for 2020 IOLS-B courses are April 4, 2020 & Oct 17,2020. If you have a question about IOLS please email training-committee@senecawaterways.org

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UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING

Recruiting Cub Scouts and Leaders

Recruiting Cub Scouts and Leaders is vital to growing your pack, not just in numbers but also in the quality and diversity of your program. Yet recruiting is more challenging than ever before, as families have so many worthwhile activity options available to them in addition to Scouting. Learn useful recruiting ideas and techniques, and learn how to plan and execute successful recruiting events and discuss how to find potential leadership talent within your pack, and how best to approach potential volunteers.

Cub Scout Adventure Camp

What will your Cub Scouts be doing at Cub and Webelos Resident Camps? What do they need to participate? How to get more boys involved. Resident Camp is a great addition to your summer program, and part of the Journey to Excellence. This course will give you the ins and outs of getting your Scouts involved.

Webelos to Boy Scout Transition Keep the “outing” in Cub Scouting

Find ways to expand the Cub Scouting experience by introducing outdoor activities into your pack events. Get your Pack families out and about, having Fun, Fun, and more Fun. Get ideas of things to do and places to go with your Cub Scouts.

Pack Program Planning

For cub masters new and “seasoned”, use proven methods for efficiently planning an exciting year-round program. Topics include scheduling, organizing leadership, and budgeting with your Pack Committee.

Capitan America’s First Aid for Cub Scouts

Whether you are working on Tiger or Webelos Adventures, learn learn some fun ways to help your cubs develop first aid skills.

STEM in Cub Scouting

STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. As a collective endeavor, STEM amounts to an investigation into how the world works the way it does. Boys tend to have a natural curiosity, inclination, and proficiency toward STEM! In this course we will describe the nature of scientific inquiry and the importance of STEM exploration for Cub Scout-age boys, linking STEM to Scouting’s goals of character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness. BSA’s exciting new STEM awards, the NOVA and Supernova Awards, will also be covered.

Lion Scouts – A Roaring Success!

The National Capital Area Council is participating in an exciting national pilot program for kindergarten-age boys – Lion Scouts! Come learn about the Lion program; the fun experiences pack have had this year in starting up Lion dens; how Lion dens help prepare Scouts for adventures in Tigers and later ranks; and how and why your pack should join the Lion pilot!

Den Meetings With Ease

Working with children doesn't always come naturally, especially when those children are excited, energetic boys that have spent all day in school sitting still. Come learn ideas for managing difficult behaviors within your den and capturing each Scout's attention to create a more pleasant scouting experience for all.

The Den Chief Role Model

The very best role model for Cub Scouts is a Den Chief. Learn why and how the Den Chief is a vital resource to the Den Leader. We will discuss Den Chief roles and responsibilities, the role of the Den Leader as a mentor to the Den Chief, the responsibility of the troop to work as a partner with the pack in selecting Scouts for Den Chief service, common misconceptions about Den Chief service, and the importance of communication and training to provide the best possible experience for the 10 Den Chief and for the den and troop in which he serves. This course will be co-taught by instructors from the Cub Scout College and Boy Scout College. This course counts as either Boy Scout College or Cub College credit toward University of Scouting degrees.

Blue and Gold Banquet

The Blue and Gold Banquet is one of the highlights of the year. Learn the steps to ensure that your banquet is successful, and get some ideas for themes, decorations, and venues.

So you are a Cubmaster

You have accepted the job and completed the training. Now what? Come learn some ideas on how to lead your Pack.

Pack Program Planning

A successful Pack is a Pack that plans out its yearly activities. Learn about the hows and whys of planning out your year.

Cub Scout recruitment

Your Pack has only one chance to make a good first impression. Learn the steps required to have a successful School Night to Join Scouting.This is an IDEAL class for your unit's M&M Chairman.

The Webelos-to-Boy Scout Transition

The Cub Scout program is an adult-leader led, family—and community-centered program for boys in grades 1 through 5. The Boy Scout program is a Scout-led, outdoor-centered program for boys in grades 6 through 12. The transition between these two programs is rarely seamless, as Arrow of Light Scouts graduating into Boy Scout troops often face difficulty adjusting to the outdoor camping experience, the expectation of boy leadership, and the self-reliance and initiative expected of him in pursuing his advancement. This course will examine both the adult-led Webelos/Arrow of Light program and the boy-led Boy Scout program to provide ideas and recommendations to best prepare the graduating Scout, and his parents, for the upcoming adventure of Boy Scouting.

Derbies, Regattas & Races

Learn how to run 'em up and how to score 'em! Space Derby, Pinewood Derby, Rain gutter Regattas are memorable events for all Cub Scouts. By land, by sea, or though space…Got Derbies?

The Pack Committee - Roles and Responsibilities

Many packs do not have or may not understand the importance of an active pack committee to fully support the unit’s Cub Scout program. We will delve into the duties of the committee and the roles committee members play in supporting the Cub Scout program.

Outdoor Ethics for Cub Scouts

From the very beginning, the Boy Scouts of America has pledged conservation and respect for the environment as an essential component of good citizenship. This course will cover outdoor ethics for Cub Scouts centered on the Outdoor Code, and their relationship to Scouting’s goals. Front-country guidelines will be detailed, including conservation expectations, outdoor manners, and minimizing campsite waste and trash.

Discover the Adventures in Cub Scouts

You'll learn about adventures like Tigers "On the Prowl", Wolves "Running with the Pack", Bears with "Bear Necessities", and Webelos being "Iron Chefs" and "Building a Better World" and more! Discover this dynamic new trail as traditional Scouting values combine with relevant new Scouting skills to map the new Cub Scout adventure. If you are involved in Cub Scouting at a unit, district, or council level, join us to cover the changes and obtain information about the new adventure based Cub Scout program.

Meaningful Cubscout Ceremonies

Great ceremonies can create memories that will last for years and inspire Cub Scouts to pursue new challenges and achievements. We will address the importance of ceremonies in meeting Cub Scout goals. We will explore the elements of a great ceremony, the types of Cub Scout ceremonies that are available, and how to incorporate BSA virtues into dynamic ceremonies that become powerful incentives to Cub Scouts to continue the Scouting journey.

CUB SCOUTS

GENERAL

Addressing Scout Behavior in Den and Pack

Our goal in Cub Scouts is for our Scouts to grow in character, citizenship, and personal fitness, through adherence to the Scout Oath and Scout Law. This course will define the behavior we seek and discuss the ways Cub Scouts often fall short of the mark. We will explain how positive behavior is in the best interest of the den/pack as well as the individual Cub Scout and his growth and happiness; and we will cover positive reinforcement techniques, consistent with BSA policy, for encouraging that behavior.

Teaching Communication to Cubs and Scouts

The foundation of good behavior is good communication skills - this session will teach you different ways to TEACH and ENCOURAGE good communcitaion skills in your Scouts.

Totally Awesome Campfire Programs

Want to create that totally awesome campfire that your scouts will remember for the rest of their lives? Learn how to plan and lead a memorable campfire program that will thrill and entertain, and then send them off to bed as the embers fade. For all scout leaders.

Using Games for Skills Instruction and Teamwork

Indoor, outdoor, fast, slow, physical and mental... let the games begin! Learn team-building games and put them in practice. Introduce your Den, Pack, Patrol, Troop to fun games designed to teach, too!

It’s Knot just for Boy Scouts

Don’t know your bowline from a sheet bend? We'll "show you the ropes" so you can teach your Scouts how to tie the square knot, double half-hitch, taut line hitch, clove hitch, bowline and sheet bend. Also learn how to whip a rope without getting hurt!

Our Fabulous Flag

Learn the essentials for organizing flag ceremonies and how to practice and teach these with your Scouts. This course covers indoor and outdoor flag ceremonies, flag retirement, etiquette, and appropriate ways to display, handle, and fold the flag -- and MORE!

Scouting with Special Needs Scouts

Serving scouts with special needs can be a challenge, but, the rewards far outweigh the struggles. Discussion of BSA policy and procedures regarding Scouts with special needs and how to properly adjust requirements for badges & advancement. Discover resources available to leaders, and the roles of key people within the district.

BSA Archery Range Master Certification

Course is required to be a qualified/trained BSA archery range supervisor or Cub Scout range officer. Open to ADULTS (18 yrs. old by 3/8/15) ONLY. Participants must take part in this archery supervisor training program conducted by Seneca Waterways Council to safely operate & supervise a "live" range. The trainer is a Certified Archery Trainer by USA Archery and the National Field Archery Association. Participants must renew training every two years and be issued a Training Course Pocket Certificate, No. 33767. Instructors will use the training syllabus in the new Boy Scouts of America National Shooting Sports Manual for Archery.

Dutch Oven and Other Cooking Methods

For cub scouts and boy scout leaders and youth. This is the class for YOU! Come learn the basics of Dutch Oven Cooking, along with other methods of cooking. See first hand how it's done, and get a taste of that yummy goodness! You'll be hooked.

Showmanship and Pizzazz

Cub Scout leaders soon realize that holding Cub Scouts’ attention long enough to excite them about the adventure of Cub Scouting requires more than simply offering them something in which to take part. The program – be it a song or skit, award presentation, or activity – must be colorful, exciting and engaging to win them over! You must become a showman. This course will cover the nature of adult leader showmanship and why showmanship is important in delivering a program that will truly make a difference to our Scouts, encouraging their participation, instilling Scouting virtues, and creating lifelong memories.

This is Catholic Scouting

Come and learn about the different awards and activities available to Catholic youth, Catholic adults, and Catholic units. Bring your questions and your interest!

Duty to God: A Practical How-to for Your Unit

Need help bringing Duty to God to your units? This course looks at scouts' active learning of Duty of God while giving practical tips and methods for implementations to foster one's spiritual path. Suitable for unit leaders, committee members and youth leaders, including the Chaplain and Chaplain's Aide.

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What the Great Leaders Don’t Learn in Training:

Be more than a leader who only takes training and goes through the motions! Training is essential for every Scout Leader, but there is much more to being a great leader than simply completing training. Experience really is the best teacher. This course will cover what experience beyond training tells us are the vital considerations to being a great Scout leader, from organization and planning, to working with parents and other leaders, to understanding and connecting with the Scouts in your charge, to embracing the program and investing your whole heart in it.

GENERAL: TECH

Using Technology in Unit Communication and messaging

Effective communication among all unit leaders, parents, scouts and the community is vital to the realization of a fun and exciting scouting program. This class explores technologies and social media that can help: what is available and how can we use it?

Keep those Leaders Motivated

A unit (Pack and Troop) is only as strong as its leaders. Discover effective strategies for motivating your leaders through an in-depth discussion on the factors which engage, inspire, and positively challenge them. Learn about recognition awards for acknowledging their contributions to the unit.

GENERAL: TECH

The In’s and Out’s of Tentaroo

Online registration for Summer Camp and other unit activities! Attend this session to become familiar with the new event registration, and find out how to get everyone signed up easily and effectively!

G E N E R A L : TECH

The In’s and Outs of Scoutbook

This class looks at the BSA’s Scoutbook as a technology tool for managing your unit.

Overview of the Guide to Safe Scouting

Learn about this important booklet, and learn to keep your Scouts safe. What is allowed, and what is not allowed, by the BSA? If you've never heard of the Guide before, you should know all about it!

Cooking ABCs Learn the basics of cooking. Do you know how to boil water? What's the difference between saute and seer and sweat? Why should I use the knife with the teeth to cut tomatoes and bread? Come get all of your basic cooking knowledge in one easy hour. For Scouts and Leaders alike.

Popcorn: Popping Around Best Practices

Popcorn has been the premier council-sponsored fundraiser offered to units for decades. Over this time, many simple and effective concepts for an successful sale have been developed by countless units. This course will share these best practices and explain the support network offered to your unit during the sale. This course will be taught by District/Council-Level Popcorn Kernels and open to all, especially unit Popcorn Kernel/Committees, Committee Chairs, and Unit Leaders.

Your Unit's Family Friends of Scouting Campaign

Friends of Scouting is the annual direct giving effort to support Scouting at the council level, paying to subsidize camp, produce recruiting materials, offer free training, and technological supports for all units and volunteers in Seneca Waterways. This course will teach your unit how to run an effective Friends of Scouting campaign (lasting no more than a month) so that your unit can best fund Seneca Waterway’s efforts to support you! This course will be taught by District/Council-level Friends of Scouting Chairs and Scouting professionals and open to all, especially unit Friends of Scouting workers, District Friends of Scouting presenters/workers, Committee Chairs, and Unit Leaders.

Putting the FUN in Fundraising: Unit Finance Procedures and Budgeting

This course will teach your unit how to best manage finances through effective budgeting and fundraising efforts so that your unit can afford the best possible program for your youth. This course will be taught by unit volunteers and Scouting professionals and open to all, especially unit treasurers, committee chairs, and fundraising chairs.

BSA's American Sign Language Adventures

Learn BSA's American Sign Language version for the Scout Oath and Scout Law not found on the internet; yet are in Cub Scout Adventure handbooks! Perfect for Pack adults & Troop and Crew adults or youth.

BOY SCOUTS

Successful Troop Program Planning

The Annual Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) is the most important planning session your unit has! Learn how to encourage your youth to incorporate Fun, Safety, Outdoor Adventure, Advancement in your Annual Unit Plan.

Chemical Fuels If you're planning outings during which you plan to use white gas, propane, chemical firestarters, stoves, lanterns, etc. - you need to know how to do it safely - and in a safe setting!

Meaningful Scoutmaster Conferences

What is involved in SM Conferences and how to make them meaningful to you and your scouts. Learn about the importance of the SM conference in delivering a great program to your boys, and how it relates to advancement.

Den Chief Training

This course provides training for Den Chiefs. The youth will learn the skills required to assist the Den Leader in running a Cub Scout Den. It is a BSA national training course, required for all Youth Leaders who aspire to be Den Chiefs!

Conducting Unit Boards of Review

Participants will learn about the purpose of the Unit Board of Review, how it is used to further the Boy Scout program, and be given useful tips and ideas for making their boards a meaningful experience.

Completing the Life-to Eagle Trail

They’ve made it to Life by overcoming many challenges. The trail to Eagle's final steps can intimidate Scouts, parents and leaders. Attend this session to get your arms around the requirements, the process, and the resources available to make this important step a success!

Help your scouts plan a successful Court of Honor

A "how to" on the importance of the Court of Honor and recognizing each Scout’s accomplishments. Make them memorable & meaningful. Learn about planning, program, and delegating responsibilities

The Essentials of Merit Badge Counseling

Learn how Merit Badges fit into the advancement program, steps and information about becoming a Merit Badge Counselor, BSA procedures to follow, and the nuts & bolts of working with Scouts to complete requirements for merit badges in a safe, smart way.

Living the Patrol Method

Baden-Powell said, “The Patrol Method isn’t just a way to run a Scout Troop..It is the ONLY way!!!” Explore how the Patrol Method is supposed to work, and how Youth Leaders are the key to a successful Troop. Experience the patrol method through the eyes of a 13 year old. This course examines how youth visualize the patrol method and the adult’s role in its success.

Winter Camping Basics

This course will look at some of the basics of winter camping and how to prepare for cold weather events.

Awesome Outing Ideas

From bike trips to the high peaks, this class will discuss some great ideas for outings and treks in our area that you can suggest to your scouts.

Boy Scout Advancement

New to advancement or just looking for some best practices, this course will discuss some of the ins and outs of Boy Scout Advancement.

Troop Committee roles and responsibilities

Boy Scout Summer Camp Opportunities

Cooking on the Trail

Do you know how to prepare a healthy meal on the trail? Learn the basics to fulfilling this Cooking Merit Badge Requirement.

VENTURING

Chemical Fuels If you're planning outings during which you plan to use white gas, propane, chemical firestarters, stoves, lanterns, etc. - you need to know how to do it safely - and in a safe setting!

Crew Advisor This course is designed to provide Venture Crew Advisors with the basic information they need to help youth leaders manage a Crew.

Crew Committee This course is designed to provide Venture Crew Committee Members & Committee Chairs with the basic information they need to help youth leaders manage a Crew.

Goal Setting and Time Management

"This course is a requirement for the Venturing Discovery Award. This course introduces established methods for improving a Venturer’s ability to effectively manage the events in his or her life in relation to time."

Project Management Training

Syllabus request to <kenneth.p.king@gmail.com>

Mentoring Training

"A requirement for the Summit Award, this training is designed to help Venturers understand how to mentor other members of the crew and appreciate the role mentoring plays in personal growth and leadership for both the mentee and mentor."

"Having a successfulcrew meeting"

"An overview of the elements of a good crew meeting with practical activities.Games, Opening, Business, Breakouts, etc."

Planning a successful crew event

Making a plan and working it to help events run smoothly. Using a checklist and having backup plans for when things go wrong (and they will).

YOUTH TRAINING: BOY SCOUT AND VENTURE

Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops/Crews (should this be split?)

A BSA national training course for Youth Leaders. This course provides basic leadership training to youth for units that don’t provide their own training in-house. The youth will learn about unit organization, communications, planning and time management, use of the EDGE method, and servant leadership. An excellent choice for all Youth Leaders.

BSA Youth Leadership Development OverviewEffective Youth Leader Training in Your UnitNYLT Overview / Introduction for Leaders

What is NYLT, how can NYLT change your youth, how can NYLT change your Troop? This course reviews the content of the NYLT program, discusses the evaluation process and expectations for graduates. This course is being offered during lunch so attendees of Boy Scout Position Specific can attend. This course fulfills a requirement for the Scouters Key.

Leading Youth Led Units

STAND ALONE

BALOO

Woodbadge

OKPIK

UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING

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— PROGRAMS, TRAINING & CAMP —

CUB ELECTIVES DAYS

Cub Scout Electives Days are held monthly at the Seneca Waterways Council Service Center in Rochester. Each session is lead by an experience Cub Scout leader, and it covers different electives.

Here is what you need to know:• Cubs must attend entire

session to earn Adventure• Only $15 per session or $30 for both• $30 fee for both classes includes

pizza lunch for Cubs, • Each Cub must have a

parent in attendance• Class size limited to 15• No registrations will be accepted

after the due date, and No walk-ins will be accepted.

• No refunds.

Schedule for 2020:• January 11 - Wolf Elective Event • Collections & Hobbies runs

from 9 AM to 11:30 AM• Digging in the Past runs

from Noon to 2:30 PM• February 15 - Tiger Elective Event • Tiger Tales runs from 9

AM to 11:30 AM• Good Knights runs from

Noon to 2:30 PM

For more information contact Class Instructor Judy Williams @ judyw034@yahoo.com

MERIT BADGE DAYS

Merit Badge Days are opportunities for Scouts to work on merit badges with volunteers skilled in the field of study. Most merit badge days are scheduled on a Saturday for either a morning or an afternoon session. These Badges are scheduled in order for the Scout to spend the day, save some money and hopefully complete the requirements in order to earn the badge. Scouts should complete any requirements outline by the counselor prior to his or her arrival. If a scout should earn a partial, they will need to continue working with the counselor at their own pace or find a new counselor that can accommodate their schedule. Lunch will be provided for those who will be registered for both an morning and afternoon session.

Classes will be held at the Seneca Waterways Council Service Center in Rochester. Although there may be some off-site visits to local businesses that are supporting the class. Please read carefully when registering about possible location changes.

Here are Spring 2020 dates:Jan 18 & 25Feb 8, 22, & 29March 28April 4 & 18May 2 & May 9

OKPIKOKPIK, the Inuit word for snowy owl, is a “Classroom Style” training experience designed to make you, the adult leader, aware of the physiological and psychological aspects of winter camping, as well as the great variety of winter camping equipment that’s available.

This training will give you the skills and confidence to lead a winter campout and

COUNCIL PINEWOOD DERBY

The SWC Pinewood Derby will be held April 25. The Derby rules will be in effect and strictly adhered to for this event. So, please review the rules prior to arrival. It is strongly encouraged that all pack and District races follow the same rules. A complete list of the Council Pinewood Derby Rules can be found at https://www.senecawaterways.org/pinewood

Each district is eligible to qualify TEN cars for each racing class. Scouts will race against only cars in their own class: Arrow of Light, Webelos, Bears, Wolves, Tigers, and Lions! All awards will be based on the fastest cars in each rank. The fastest Scout of the day will receive a King of the Council trophy, which will be presented at the end.

All scouts participating at the Council Race must commit to attend by the conclusion of the District Races. Should an individual in the top 10, not be able to attend, an invitation will be extended to another in order of place. All registrations must be completed online at https://www.senecawaterways.org/pinewood by April 22, 2020. Preregistration fee is $20.00 per Scout/Car, and day of race walk-in fee is $25.00.

Finally, the adult race will run following the presentation of the King of the Council trophy. There will be limit of 50 registrants to this race. Adults do not need to pre-qualify for the race, all cars will be accepted, as long as they meet the council pinewood derby rules. The adult race is designed to be fun, and leaders should conduct themselves by the Scout Oath and Law at all times before, during and after the race. The adult race fee is $35.00 per entry and is a fundraiser that supports Scouting activities in the Seneca Waterways Council. All questions can be directed to pinewood-derby@senecawaterways.org.

SEABASESince its inception, Scouting has been all about exploring and appreciating the wilderness. The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base offers a year-round opportunity to explore a completely different type of

wilderness—the underwater wilderness. The Florida Sea Base provides many vehicles to gain access to this underwater wilderness—large sailing vessels, power boats, kayaks, and scuba equipment. Imagine thousands of square miles of underwater coral formations, peaks, valleys, and literally hundreds of different types of colorful fish. Your mask will become kaleidoscope of colors as you glide effortlessly among pillars of coral and multihued fish. The warm, clear waters of the Florida Keys, the Bahamas, or St. Thomas give you the sensation of weightlessness in this underwater wilderness.

The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base operates 20 adventures from six locations: three in the Florida Keys, one in Marsh Harbor, Bahamas, one in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and one in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Seneca Waterways Council is preparing to form high adventure trek for scouts who are at least 13 years to attend one of the many opportunities at the Seabase. Not only Scouts, but adult leaders to take the trip as well. For questions about Florida Seabase Trek and how you can help please email highadventure@senecawaterways.org

2020 TREKSYoung men and women can test their skills on one of the 10 High Adventure Treks in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains. Led by experienced Voyageur Guides, there is a trek for every skill level. Each trek can be customized to meet your groups specific interests. If you are a Boy Scout Troop looking for a hassle-free high adventure opportunity or a Venturing Crew ready for the next adventure, the Massawepie Trek Center is the region’s leader for high adventure.

All Scouts and Scouters are offered the chance for canoeing, backpacking, or combination treks. Each experience will test abilities and create a memory that will last a lifetime. Our six-day treks are designed to be a complete summer camping experience for any group. Solo treks are the ideal program for the 14-year old scout whose entire unit may not be able to go on a trek.

Treks are rated on their degree of difficulty (physical endurance and outdoor skills needed). Ratings of 1 are very easy. Treks rated 10 will very difficult even for an experienced Scout or Scouter. Similarly, each trek is assigned a wilderness rating coinciding with human activities encountered along the way rather than physical landscape. Treks with Ratings of 1 will guarantee the you will see other groups and signs of civilization. Although Treks rated 10 will offer Total Solitude.

We have two “styles” of treks that ensure the maximum enjoyment for your group. They are Exploratory and Destination treks. Each provide different opportunities and experiences on your trek. Selecting a style will allow us to construct a trek to meet your expectations.

An Exploratory trek means exactly what it sounds like. It allows for slightly less structure and a greater opportunity to take a variety of day trips and possible day hikes. Much of this can be planned as you go and allows scouts to help plan their trek. This would involve moving campsites around less and exploring the region you’re in.

Destination treks are more structured, and involve a start point and end point. This often is the trek for older scouts with the possibility of covering a lot of miles. Both provide a great opportunity to see the pristine wilderness of the Adirondacks. Troops and Crews that are looking to book their high adventure trek should contact treks@senecawaterways.org.

SOLO treks will consist of provisional scouts and leaders from different units. Scouts will have the opportunity to bring a friend and/or have a unique experience with a parent! The scouts will also get a chance to meet new people from across the council and other councils. The 2020 Solo Trek Route will be Long Lake-Fish Creek Ponds (Follensby Clear Pond) Trek. This trek will take you on a quintessential Adirondack trip starting in the village of Long Lake and ending in Follensby Clear Pond, a haven for canoers. Sign up today because space is limited!!"

ensure a safe and fun experience for all. You’ll learn from the area’s experts! You’ll have a great time finding out how to travel easily in the snow. You’ll see how to build a winter shelter. You’ll learn the proper techniques for winter camping. You’ll also learn about cold weather health concerns, proper food, clothing, how to make your own clothing and gear, and a lot more. You’ll have a great time, eat lots of great food, and get the chance to try your hand at a variety of outdoor winter activities.

OKPIK Provides:• Limited amounts of snowshoes • Winter shelter (for

overnight experience) • Supplemental Clothing • Sleeping gear for added winterizing

(preferably bring your own)• An Advisor Kit with handouts of

suggested equipment lists and tips on preparing for your winter experiences

• Great food!• Expert instruction• Hands-on experience• The coveted OKPIK pocket patch!

SIGN UP NOW! This is a Regional training course, so Scouters from all across the Northeast Region will be clamoring to attend. The cost is only $95, and includes lodging and food for the entire weekend. Attend OKPIK, January 24 – 26 at Massawepie Scout Camps and experience a whole new world of outdoor fun for you and your Scouts! OKPIK is taught primarily in an indoor classroom environment. Although there is a three-hour Round Robin outdoor session on Saturday afternoon, the course will be an intensive, fact-filled weekend, covering the physiological and psychological aspects of winter camping. For more information, please visit: https://www.senecawaterways.org/okpik. Or you can email okpik@senecawaterways.org

TOP SHOTSaturday, April 18, 2020

Come visit Camp Babcock-Hovey for a chance to compete against the best shooters in Seneca Waterways Council. Scouts and others aged from 8 to 20 years of age will have an opportunity to participate in an activity.

The Cub Scouts and any youth ages 8 to 11 years old, are invited to go exploring around Camp Babcock-Hovey. These individuals will participate in archery, bb-gun, sling-shot, bouldering, and the gaga pit. There will be No scoring or prizes awarded at this level.

Participants aged 12 years old to 20 years old, which includes Scouts-BSA, Venturers, Explorers, and Sea Scouts, are invited for the day to either compete in the Top Shot competition or to cheer on the competitors and enjoy other program offerings. Adults are not eligible to compete but are encouraged to help at the ranges or with the program offerings. If time permits adults that volunteer and help out in some way may be allowed to participate at a particular range.

Competitors will be separated into two groups which will go from range to range. Scouts who are 12 to 15 years old and those who are 16 to 20 years old. Sessions will include rifle, shotgun, bb-gun, archery, and knife throwing.

Session time will be 50 minutes with 10 minutes travel time between sessions. Participants will be given a basic safety presentation prior to being allowed to practice at that station. Prior to leaving each station participants will participate for score. Each range will have a maximum score of 100 points for a grand total of 500 possible points for the competition.

Every competitor will get a free t-shirt and pin. Trophies and prizes will be handed out in both age groups. There are no trophies or prizes for Cub Scout aged participants. Participants should NOT bring their own firearms, bows, or knives. All firearms, bows, knives, and ammunition will be provided at the activity. Questions: email Matt Crance at matthewcrance@gmail.com OR Eric Falkman at es.falkman@yahoo.com.

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— DISTRICT NEWS —Stay updated on the events and activities happening in your area by visiting your district’s page on our website - www.senecawaterways.org.

Council-wide events are listed in the Event Calendar on Page 2.

BAY WATERSDistrict Chairman

Chris BowenChris@thebowenfamily.com

District CommissionerBob Monigle

rmonigle@yahoo.com

District ExecutiveBrendan Flaherty(585) 241-8530

brendan.flaherty@scouting.org

Serving the towns of Irondequoit, Penfield and Webster.

January 20205 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg11 District Day of Training20 District Committee Meeting24-25 Klondike

February 20206 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg17 District Committee Meeting

March 2020 5 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg16 District Committee Meeting

BLACK CREEKDistrict Chairman

Mike Knittelmknittel@bergmannpc.com

District CommissionerKelly Myers

(585) 281-3013Kellymy65@gmail.com

Senior District ExecutiveGary Bogner

(585) 241-8534gary.bogner@scouting.org

Serving the towns of Chili, Gates, Henrietta, Riga including Churchville, Rush and

Wheatland including Scottsville.

December 201911 Round Table & Christmas

Party

January 20208 District Committee Meeting15 Round Table17-19 Klondike Derby at Mendon

Ponds25 District Planning Conference

February 20205 District Committee Meeting9 Scout Sunday12 Round Table

March 20204 District Committee Meeting11 Round Table28 Day of Training

District Committee, Roundtables, and Commissioner meetings are at 7:00pm

As we move into the middle of the Scouting year, I would like to congratulate units for a great fall program and welcome the new families into our District community. There all lots of exciting things going on in the District and Council as we move forward into the new year.

DISTRICT DAY OF TRAININGJanuary 11th is our District Day of Training. It is a great opportunity to grow into leadership roles and share resources with your counterparts in other units. January 24th-25th is our District Klondike. Save the dates and look forward to more information!It is also Friends of Scouting season. Friends of Scouting is a chance for every member of the scouting family and community to give to help support the programs we provide. This enables scouting to be affordable for

all families and helps us make programs available to everyone. Check with your unit leadership on when your presentation is scheduled.

SUMMER 2020Although it may seem far away, it is also time to start thinking about summer plans! Packs, Troops, and Crews have many exciting opportunities for adventures at summer camps and high adventure bases, and now is the time to start planning! Get in touch with the Camping Department to schedule a promotion for your unit so that you can learn more about your options.

I’d like to thank those that take active roles in serving other units and the Bay Waters District as whole as Commissioners and Committee members. We are still looking to fill these ranks out further. If you or a scouter

District Executives Moment

How time flies. 2019 has come and gone. We are hoping that Black Creek

is again the best District in the Council. We came into 2019 with several new challenges and we hope that 2019 ended the same as 2018. I believe that 2020 will be another year of challenges and I would ask everyone to stay the course and continue to be the best District in the Council. Thank you for all your hard work.

District SupportBlack Creek District wants you! We are continually looking for volunteers at the district level. We can always use a couple of helping hands. We are currently looking for several Unit Commissioners, to help us keep our units healthy. We also have several openings on the District Committee. If you’d like to be part of the driving force that makes our district so great, contact either Kelly Myers or Mike Knittel for more information.

District Klondike DerbyOur District Klondike Derby will be the weekend of January 17-19th. The event will be at Mendon Ponds. The events will include some golden oldies, as well as some new

GENESEE CROSSROADS

District ChairmanDon Lennox, Jr.(585) 729-4727

dlennox52@gmail.com

District CommissionerJames Spawton(585) 509-0909

jspawton@gmail.com

Field DirectorMarcus Ragland(585) 241-8557

marcus.ragland@scouting.org

Serving the City of Rochester.

December 20195 District Roundtable7 District RE-CHARTER DAY19 District Committee MeetingHappy Holidays!!

January 20202– District Roundtable23 District Committee31 Klondike Fun Day!

February 20206 District Roundtable27 District Committee

March 20205 District Roundtable26 District Committee

District CommitteeWe are looking for help on the Genesee Crossroads District Committee, if you are or know of a Scouter whose child has aged out of Scouting and you want to give back and help mentor or support a unit in the District. We would welcome a chance to meet you and help find you a role to serve on the Committee to impact Scouting in the City of Rochester!

Membership Genesee Crossroads District is working to grow membership! We are currently focused on starting new units to serve more youth in the city, we are planning our second All Girl Troop now, with Troop 37 as a shared committee concept! Any other units or folks interested in starting a new unit please contact Stuart.Schnettler@scouting.org for more information.

Re-Charter & Unit Assessments The District Commissioner staff will be contacting everyone about scheduling a detailed unit assessment this fall, and starting the re-charter process early! Look for a call or e-mail form Jim Spawton or someone from his team about these important items!!

Klondike Fun DayWe are looking to hold a one day (or camping event for those brave enough) to focus on our Winter Skills – Make sure you attend Roundtable or check your e-mails for more detail on this fun event!!!

you know is interested in serving, please get in touch with Chris, Bob, or myself.

Here's to more adventures in the coming year!

events. This year there will be a Snow Snake event. What’s Snow Snake you ask, it is a very old game played by the local Native Americans. Google it, and see what you can come up with. See you there.

Spring CamporeeI know it’s a bit early, but we wanted all the units to save the first weekend in May for the District Spring Camporee. This year’s Spring Camporee will be hosted by Troop 122. More details will be out soon.

Pinewood DerbyWe’d like to say thank you to Kevin Johnson, who has been our Pinewood Derby chair for the last few years. You and your team have done a great job. Kevin will be stepping away this year, so if your Pack would like to host the District Pinewood Derby, please contact us.

Our District Pinewood Derby will again be in April this year. This annual event is always a great time. The District derby serves as the

All Scouting Youth and Adults are encouraged to come to camp for Scoops’ Chess Challenge at camp Babcock-Hovey. Cub Scouts, Scouts-BSA, Venturers, Explorers, and Sea Scouts are invited for the day, and see if you are the Best Chess Competitor in the Council. Players will be broken into age appropriate groupings

based on attendance, with Adults are eligible to compete in an adult league.

During the morning Scouts-BSA are eligible to work on the Chess Merit Badge if they do not already have it. Everyone else can either follow the Chess Merit Badge instruction or play friendly matches (Including 3 way and

4 way chess). In the afternoon a chess tournament will commence. Exact setup will depend on total registrations. The goal is to play as many games as possible. Lunch will be served and light snacks available throughout the day. Email Matt Crance matthewcrance@gmail.com for questions about the event.

SCOOPS CHESS CHALLENGE

May 9, 2020

precursor to the Council Pinewood Derby, planned for May. Date and time TBD. Did you know there’s a separate class in these events for Boy Scouts?

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— DISTRICT NEWS —

MOHAWKDistrict Chair

Joe Talbot(585) 281-4215

joseph.talbot@fnrm.com

District CommissionerValerie Ann Bost

(35) 573-1986

District ExecutiveWilliam Gales(585) 241-8539

william.gales@scouting.org

Serving Ontario, Seneca, Yates, and Wayne Counties.

January 20208 Roundtable & Commissioners mtg30 District Committee

February 20205 Roundtable & Commissioners mtg26 District Committee

March 20204 Roundtable & Commissioners mtg25 District Committee

April 20201 Roundtable & Commissioners mtg29 District Committee

LIGHTHOUSEDistrict Chair

Peter Miles(585) 766-0810

pjmiles@frontiernet.net

District CommissionerCharles Hannon(585) 301-0384

channon@rochester.rr.com

District ExecutiveLeigh Kozak585.241.8547

leigh.kozak@scouting.org

Serving the towns of Brockport, Greece, Hamlin, Hilton and Spencerport.

December 20197 District Recharter Extravaganza 7 Merit Badge University18 District Committee Meeting

January 2019 8 Roundtable & Commissioner Mtg15 District Committee24- 26 Klondike Derby

February 2019 5 Roundtable & Commissioner Mtg19 District Committee

March 2019 4 Roundtable & Commissioner Mtg18 District Committee

SENECADistrict ChairBill Lawrence

bill.lawrence@scouting.org

District CommissionerWayne Henning(315) 573-5150

wrhenning@rochester.rr.com

District ExecutiveMarie Jackson(585) 241-8522

marie.jackson@scouting.org

Serving the towns of Ontario, Williamson, Marion, Gananda, Palmyra-Macedon, Victor-

Farmington, Manchester-Shortsville, Bloomfield, Canandaigua, Honeoye and Naples.

Thank you and welcome to all the new families in Mohawk District, we’re all very excited to see what we can do as a District.

Pinewood Derby The Mohawk District Pinewood Derby will be fast approaching in March. The top 3 den finishers from each Pack will be invited to race at the District level! Please check with your unit leadership for more information

Friends of Scouting AppealIt is currently Friends of Scouting (FOS) season! FOS is an opportunity for Scouting members to give and help support all the programs that we provide to our scouting

Welcome Leigh Kozak!

Leigh Kozak joins us as our new Lighthouse District Executive from Massachusetts. After graduating in May of 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Lesley University Leigh left for Kosovo as a member of the Peace Corps.

While serving in Kosovo, Leigh worked as a High School English Teacher; outside of the classroom she cultivated close relationships with local community counterparts to run

families. FOS helps better our scouting programs and their affordability for all families! FOS presentation scheduling will be communicated by unit leadership, and please ask your unit leadership with any questions you may have.

District MeetingsThe District Roundtable meetings (listed at right) are held at 7:30 on the dates specified with commissioners meeting at 7:00pm at Waterloo High School.

District Commitee meetings are held on the dates specified (at right) at 6:30pm at the Zion Lutheran Church.

resume workshops and interview bootcamps. Upon returning to the US Leigh resumed working with the Massachusetts Audubon Society as a Teacher Naturalist. Over the summer Leigh continued her work with the Massachusetts Audubon Society as the camp’s CIT Coordinator.

As a former Girl Scout, Leigh has a special place in her heart for Scouting; and once the summer came to a close, she wanted to continue working in the Not for Profit world which lead her to join the Seneca Waterways Council. She is excited to be here, and we are excited to have her as one of our newest team members.

Friends of ScoutingAs a wise scouter once said: With the turn of the New Year, we begin another Friends of Scouting Campaign. Scouting doesn’t sell a “product”, nor does it provide a service to be paid for, rather- Scouting is a collection of Volunteers coming together for the same cause- We’re parents coming together to help raise each other’s children. To do that, it takes a lot of time, knowledge, and support.

Every year, over 7,000 volunteers in the Seneca Waterways Council make pledges to support Scouting. Their pledges go to maintaining the 3 beautiful camps, providing a Service Center for our area, and helping nearly 4,000 Scouts attend summer camp. Without Friends of Scouting, there would be no way for all of us to help young people learn the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Thank you for all of the time, knowledge, and financial support you’ve provided to the youth of our community

January 20208 Rountable/Commissioners

Meeting18 Yeti Games27 District Eagle Board of Review29 District Committee Meeting

February 20205 Rountable/Commissioners

Meeting24 District Eagle Board of Review26 District Committee Meeting

March 20204 Rountable/Commissioners

Meeting14–21 Scouting for Food21 District Dinner23 District Eagle Board of Review25 District Committee Meeting

First Annual Yeti Games!Return with us to the heyday of Troop-run winter fun as we proudly introduce the 1st annual Yeti Games to be held at Camp Cutler January 17th – 19th 2020! Participate in Timeless Scout activities such as: Cooking, Rope Bridge, Snowshoe Relay, Fire Starting, Ice Fishing, Sled Races, Iditarod, Broom Ball, Knot Tying, AND MORE! If you have an idea or want to be on staff, please let us know!

Help challenge Cubs and Scouts of all ages on January 18th as they take advantage of the Yeti Games Day Pass to learn and grow from experienced Scouts.

Set up a tent and brave the elements to earn your Winter Camping patch or reserve a heated pod in one of Cutler’s themed buildings. Pack in and cook your own lunch for a true winter campout challenge, or purchase dirty water dogs, chili, hot chocolate, and other snacks from the scout-run concession stand.

Contact Dillon Constable at: dillon6878@gmail.com with any questions.

ME & MY SHADOW FAMILY CAMPINGFriday June 12, 2020

There is so little precious time to spend with our children before they grow up. Me and My Shadow is a unique family camping experience where families can camp together in the beautiful Bristol Hills near Naples, New York. While families spend a weekend together camping, the volunteer staff will provide activities during the day

that families can participate in together. Is following a schedule not your style of camping? If so, there are plenty of activities to do at Me and My Shadow like fishing, hiking, archery, crafts, board games and more that can be done at your own pace. This June, make J. Warren Cutler Scout

Reservation your family camping destination and enjoy time together as a family.

Activities may include: Board games, cards, hands on crafts, archery, gaga ball, fishing, Frisbee golf, Totin’ Chip & Whittling Chip, BINGO, hikes, catapults, kick-ball, nature activities, STEM activities, NY State Emergency Preparedness. End the evening with a movie under the stars at our Chair in Movie Night

Food & Meals. Families are welcome to bring and prepare their own meals at their campsites. A meal plan is available at the Dining Hall for $30 per person which includes Friday evening snacks, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner (create your own pizza) and Sunday breakfast. Must be tent or pod camping to participate in meals.

How can I attend? Attend for the day, camp in a tent or stay in a POD at one of our villages

Day Participants: On Saturday, experience some of the action of Cub Scout Adventure Camp and receive an event patch and high-quality family activities. Please bring your own food to camp.

Overnight Tent Camping Participants: Experience all of the family activities, receive a patch, and camp out on the field as a family on Friday and Saturday evening. Overnight Family Pod Camping Participant: The ultimate luxury experience. Receive the same experience as the overnight tent camping participants but spend Friday and Saturday evening in one of the theme pod areas. No setting up a tent, no taking down a tent, just hop in a bunk and enjoy a quiet evening with up to 9 of your closest family members or friends. Enjoy a Friday evening snack, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner (design your own pizza) and Sunday breakfast.

For more information, email camping@senecawaterways.org.

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— DISTRICT NEWS —

TURNING POINTDistrict Chair

Luis Zarate(585) 944-8482

lzarate@centerforyouth.net

District CommissionerRyan McDonald(585) 509-0909

ryanjmcdonaldesq@gmail.com

Senior District ExecutiveOliris Ramos

(585) 241-8568oliris.ramos@scouting.org

City of Rochester Afterschool Scouting program.

TOWPATHDistrict ChairBill Hallman

billh@hoselton.com

District CommissionerCharles "Chip" Rieckchip1346@gmail.com

District ExecutiveJustin Kuczma585-241-8531

justin.kuczma@scouting.org

Serving the towns of Brighton, East Rochester, Fairport, Mendon and Pittsford.

January 20202 Roundtable/Commissioners Mtg23 District Committee Meeting

February 20206 Roundtable/Commissioners Mtg27 District Committee Meeting

March 20205 Roundtable/Commissioners Mtg26 District Committee Meeting

April 20202 Roundtable/Commissioners Mtg23 District Committee

MeetingRoundtable meetings - Perinton Presbyterian Church, 6511 Pittsford Palmyra Rd. in Fairport.

District Committee meetings - BethlehemLutheran Church, 48 Perrin St. in Fairport.

Day Camp 2020We are excited to offer our Spring Break Day camp once again, please be on the look out for a great day camp program during spring break!

Membership Recruitment We have kicked off the 2019 program year, and are excited about expanding some of our partnerships with the YMCA, and Center for Youth to serve more families at additional locations!

There is still time to sign up for Turning Point programs, contact Oliris at Oliris.Ramos@scouting.org for more information

Program Staff We are looking to hire additional program staff this fall, if interested in working part-time seasonal for the Turning Point District, please contact District Executive Oliris at liris.Ramos@scouting.org.

Thank you all for a great start to the program year. Welcome to all the new families in Towpath District

We had a great time at Challenge Trophy Camporee, and it is never too early to start thinking about it for next year.

Broomball TournamentJanuary 10th will be the first annual Towpath Broomball Tournament at the Bill Gray’s Iceplex. Bring your Troop out and test your skills against the best Towpath district has to offer. Register at the following website scoutingevent.com/397-towpathbroomball

Towpath Merit Badge UFebruary 15th is the return of the Towpath Merit Badge University. It will be held again at RIT with the help of Alpha Phi Omega. This is a chance for scouts to earn multiple merit badges in one day. Last year we had almost 600 scouts come out and we are looking forward to seeing you there.

Friends of Scouting AppealIt is Friends of Scouting season. Friends of Scouting is a chance for every member of the scouting family to give to help support the programs we provide. This enables scouting to be affordable for all families and helps

us bring better programs to all kids. Check with your unit leadership on when your presentation is scheduled.

Spring CamporeeAre you ready for the premier camping event of the Spring? Get your spatulas ready and start flipping some flapjacks. April 3rd to 5th Babcock Hovey will host the INAUGURAL TOWPATH FOOD FIGHT: PANCAKOREE 2020. The entire weekend will revolve around pancakes and feats of skill. Look for activities like spatula throwing, cast iron discus, pancake cook offs, and many more. The weekend’s events will be capped off with the great Pancake Relay Race and Capture the Pancake.

District Pinewood DerbyTowpath District Pinewood Derby will be returning. Are you fast enough to take home the top prize of fastest in the District? More details on date and location to come. Top 3

den finishers from each Pack are invited to race at the district level.

Check with you Pack leadership after the race for more information. Packs can register at the following site scoutingevent.com/397-TowpathDerby

BALOOBoth Cub Scout Leaders and Parents, learn how to effectively prepare and run fun-filled overnights and outdoor adventures that meet Youth Protection Guidelines. Plus they will learn how to teach Cub Scouts how much fun they can have in the great outdoors. The Hands-on sessions include Outdoor Program Planning, Health and Safety, Nature Hikes, Camping Gear Basics, Games, and Cub Scout Cooking. Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is offered by the Seneca

Waterways Council twice a year, once in the spring (April 18, 2020) and once in the fall (October 3, 2020.

Besides being required for a Pack to camp, BALOO is a fun, educational and useful training for keeping Scouts and their families safe when camping. If you are a Cubmaster, Asst.Cubmaster, Den Leader, or a member of the Pack Committee, you will find this course helpful.

BALOO is a hybrid course where an online training component should be completed prior to attending the course in person. A copy of the online training certificate should be brought to the course in order to be recorded as trained. To register for the course follow https://scoutingevent.com/397-BALOO. Please direct all questions to baloo@senecawaterways.org

PHILMONT 2020Have you dreamed of having a real "mountaintop" high adventure experience? Have you heard tales of trekking at Philmont Scout Ranch and are ready to take up that challenge? Come be a part of the Seneca Waterways Council Contingent, where all travel plans, transportation and activities are included in one cost. Individual Scouts, age 14 or older, from any Troop or Crew may join the Contingent. All crews within the contingent are based on 8-10 Scouts, with 2-4 adult advisors, maximum size being 12 per crew. Come on your own, bring a friend, or bring a parent, the Council Contingent is the perfect way to challenge yourself when the troop is not planning their own trek.

What is Philmont?Philmont Scout Ranch is THE premiere national High Adventure Base operated by the Boy Scouts of America. It covers 137,000 acres of rugged mountain wilderness in the Rocky Mountains of northern New Mexico. The base has mountains with rough terrain and elevations that range from 6,500 to 12,441 feet high! You and your crew will embark on a great outdoor Scouting experience hiking one of the 32 treks available.

Crews can participate in a variety of programs presented by Philmont backcountry staff at these camps. Programs include horseback riding, burro packing, gold panning, rock climbing, 30.06 rifle shooting, archaeology, mountain biking and interpretive programs such as homesteading and “Mountain Man Rendezvous”. Your Philmont trek will not only leave you with lasting memories and

BACK TO GILWELL

"A Critter Reunion"

Have you ever wanted to make connections with other Wood Badge course attendees? Have you ever wished you could go “Back to Gilwell”? Join us for Back to Gilwell – a critter reunion.

Step back onto Gilwell field with fellow Wood Badgers in a celebration of Wood Badge, scouting and critters. There are no tickets required to completed, this is a relaxed event to have fun and renew your Sscout spirit.

lifetime values, but it will change your life forever!

Is there space available?Currently the 2019 Trek has limited space available, and this could be your last chance to register. The next crew is not scheduled to go until 2020! The cost of the trip is $2,700 per person with $500 deposit at time of registration. So, register now at www.senecawaterways/philmont

For more information contact email highadventure@senecawaterways.org

Events that will be at the Back to Gilwell will include team building events, games, leadership instruction through various speakers, food, social time and auction and trading post.

Besides being fun and full of fellowship, this event is also a fundraiser for the Bob Carafice Wood Badge scholarship fund. $5 from each registration goes into the fund directly. The fund was created by Bob to ensure anyone could receive the gift of Wood Badge and provide financial assistance who otherwise would not attend. Auction and trading post profits also go to the scholarship fund.

When: Saturday, May 16th Arrival at 1pm – campfire (estimated 9pm ending time) Optional overnight with breakfast and scouts service on Sunday morning.

Where: Walmsley Sawyer Training Center area –Cutler Scout Reservation, 7131 Gulick Road, Naples, NY

Cost: Early bird $35.00 in effect through 4/30/2020 ($40 thereafter). Price includes admission, food, activities and door prizes. $5 of registration fee goes to the Bob Carafice Wood Badge Scholarship.

Who can attend: Anyone who has taken Wood Badge – regardless if they’ve completed tickets (so yes, people who took in Wood Badge in 2019 are welcome).

Visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/nygilwellreunion/

Register at https://scoutingevent.com/397-back2gilwell

Need more information or have questions, contact: Teresa Rudd - tmrudd1@gmail.com or at 585-319-0816

Commissioners WantedTurning Point District is looking for anyone retired or looking to give back to City Scouting, by helping as a Unit Commissioner to stop in site and do a program visit.

Interested parties, contact District Commissioner Ryan McDonald at: ryanjmcdonaldesq@gmail.com

Seneca Waterways Councilwww.senecawaterways.org

Seneca Waterways Council is a proud member of the United Ways of Greater Rochester, Wayne County, Ontario County, Seneca County, Northern Yates County, and the Dundee Area United Fund.

EXPLORING WESTDistrict ChairRoger Gutheil585-330-1718

rgutheil@gmr-usa.com

Unit Service Team Lead David Hancock(585) 247-6584

dhancock@gatesfd.org

Exploring ExecutiveJohn Sheible

(585) 241-8558(585) 622-4899

john.sheible@scouting.org

Exploring is a co-ed career education program for male and

female youth ages 14-20.

For updated information on all Exploring events,

visit www.swcexploring.org and click on Events.

EXPLORING EASTDistrict Chair

Scott Bischopingscott.bischoping@gmail.com

Unit Service Team LeadAl Pomerantz

(315) 576-6035gapomera1@gmail.com

Exploring ExecutiveBrad Rickman(585) 241-8542

bradley.rickman@scouting.org

Cluster Volunteers Needed We are looking for cluster volunteers to help communicate within the District. If you have knowledge in any of our post fields, please feel free to contact me and we can discuss opportunities that will help with the quality of our posts.

Upcoming Joining NightsPlease Check out our Facebook page and website at SWCEXPLORING!!

EventsFor the first time in awhile Exploring has some new and exciting events coming this Fall and Winter!

• Exploring Alumni Event: This TBD event this summer is the 1st annual event where we will get together all

past explorers to share stories and just some common comradery to reconnect with their exploring past. We are very excited to see this take shape. So, look for the date and location coming soon!

• Lights and Sirens Exploring Bowling Tournament: This event is scheduled for the fall of 2019 to host a competitive bowling tournament for Exploring Advisors and teammates. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with finding a location and to help organize.

New Opportunities in the Exploring World!!• We have a new and exciting

partnership with NY Kitchen and their culinary/hospitality program. They are looking to grow a multi-year program that will teach students

Exploring West UpdatesThe school year for Exploring West has gotten off to a great start. With great execution of joining night events and recruiting strategies from Posts Advisors, Exploring West closed September close to 710 registered Explorers. This leaves about 193 new youth needed for growth over last year. My volunteer advisors and I will be working hard to “beat the turkey” and be plus for membership by Thanksgiving. Our overall goal for the district is 1,000 youth served!!

New Unit PartnersExploring West is looking to grow opportunities in many areas. We are looking to expand programming into the club age (grades 6-8) while looking to expand into more city school centers. Also, we are working on new chartered partners in clusters like health care, firefighting, law enforcement and engineering. Please check our website at www.swcexploring.org for updates. If you have a connection or an idea for a potential post for students age 14-20 or a club for grades 6-8 please reach out to the e mail below.

Volunteer OpportunitiesExploring West is always seeking volunteers to help with continued growth and provide the best programming we can offer. If you or if you know of anyone interested in volunteering please contact john.sheible@scouting.org.

about all the different career opportunities in their business and hopefully start to grow with the Post.

• This Fall we are looking to kick off our first Vet program with the Zoo. They are allowing the lucky few explorers to take part in the care of their exotic animals and have the opportunity to see if that would of interest to some kids.

Exploring East is looking to expand its post and opportunities for kids in the finger lakes area! Both businesses and students are having a hard time connecting. If anyone in the scouting world has knowledge of any business or person looking to start up a post, please have them contact Bradley.rickman@scouting .org. Also, if anyone knows of a student looking for program please reach out. Thanks for your help in advancing Exploring/Scouting.

The Force Was With You (continued from front page)Congratulations to the following Scouts who will be heading off to camp this coming summer thanks to popcorn!

• Kenzie W. from Mohawk Troop 122• Jonathan D. from Black Creek Troop 122• Kenny R. - Mohawk Pack 69• Mason S. - Seneca Pack 9• Andi D. - Towpath Pack 171• Liam K, - Lighthouse Pack 92

T T 5 S U G S ( N 1)• $46,480 – Black Creek Troop 122 – Angie Capps, Kernel• $41,284 – Towpath District Pack 225 – Joe Croft, Kernel• $33,815 – Towpath District Pack 171 – Ryan Thibodeau, Kernel• $27,525 – Seneca District Pack 126 – Julie McGuinness, Kernel• $22,910 – Lighthouse Troop 48 – Jeremy Boyce, Kernel

If you run into any of these incredible volunteers at a Roundtable or around a campfire, be sure to pick their brain for the tricks of the trade.

If your unit wasn’t participating in the Seneca Waterways Council’s fall product

sale, your families missed out big. Talk to your district executive or call the Council office to learn how your unit can raise the funds for an ideal year of Scouting by selling popcorn and nuts.

Free Week At Camp Winners

Seneca Waterways Council

Council Chair:Jenn Clancymrsclancy411@gmail.com 315-694-0918

FOR ALL SCOUTING LEVELS!• Use school activities to meet requirements• Work on multiple awards simultaneously

COUNSELORS & MENTORS NEEDED!• Adults 21+• Online Training available• YPT required• No fee!• C - Use code 58• M - Use code 52• Science background preferred for Mentors

DISTRICT COMMITTEE NEEDED!• Promote Awards• Brainstorm STEM opportunities• Recruit Counselors & Mentors

HOLIDAY GIVING TREEThe Strong Scout Shop is providing an opportunity for the Scouting community to help local Scout members who may be in need of uniforms and uniform items.

This help will be done through The Holiday Giving Tree program. The Holiday Giving Tree program works on a donation basis. A Holiday Giving tree (similar to an Angel tree) will be set up at the Scout Shop with Holiday Giving cards on it. Each card will have the first name of the Scout along with the uniform items that they need. There will also be a space for other items they may want such as books, crafts, camping items, etc. Customers and Scout supporters can purchase the item(s) in their local Scout Shop

and give them to the store staff to collect for each child.

We will keep the name of the individual(s) confidential. Only the store staff will have access to the Scout’s name and your contact information. A code will be issued that will match a card in the safe that will have your contact information, so as the donations are collected store staff will contact you so arrangements for pickup can be made.

We need your assistance to make this project a success. Please fill out a form at the Scout Shop as soon as possible for every Scout who would benefit from donations.

In addition, consider stopping in or calling in to help a Scout in need! You can make purchases for an entire Scout’s need, or a portion of a card, or even donate a flat amount. Every little bit helps!

If you have any concerns or questions, please contact the store staff by email: Brenda.ketchum@scouting.org. Thank you in advance for your assistance. With leaders like you, this program will greatly benefit our Scouting community.

SAVE THE DATESaturday, March 21, 2019

Watch for details on our website and Currents weekely newsletter.