2018-2019 Program Resource Guide and Schedule Printed June 6, 2018

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The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council proudly serves over 13,000 youth in nearly 400 Cub Scout packs, Scouts BSA troops, Venture crews, Sea Scout ships, STEM labs and Explorer posts with many community chartered-partners. The success of the programs that impact so many youth are due to the dedication of 5,000 adult volunteers and involved parents. The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council supports the activities and health of all the unit programs through year-round activities, camps, training, and program support. This guide shares most of what we offer and will guide your unit in planning a great program for the youth involved. Our district and council committees strive to set these dates by June 1, to enable our packs, troops, crews, ships, labs and posts to plan a unit calendar over the summer. While we will attempt to adhere as closely as possible to the calendar, some dates may be unavoidably rescheduled for a variety of reasons. Normally, about 90 days prior to the start of the event, all the details are confirmed and registration opens. Check your district website, council website, email group, and council e-newsletter for the most current information. Hyperlinks are embedded throughout this catalog. The digital copy of this document can be found on our website. Click on the “download library” tab at the top of the webpage or use the search engine to find the Program Catalog. Stay up to date by checking out our website: www.svmbc.org where you can sign up for our weekly e-newsletter. Follow us on social media. All families are encouraged to register an email address so we can keep you updated with the many program offerings in Scouting! Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council, Boy Scouts of America Main office: 970 West Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95126 Salinas office: 919 North Main Street, Salinas, CA 93906 Office main number: 408-638-8300 FAX: 408-280-2154 General emails: Support@svmbc.org Council leadership: Leadership@svmbc.org

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Tips for Planning Your Scou�ng Program………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Spring and Fall Weekend Cub Scout Programs at Camp Pico Blanco……………………………………………………….. 6 Summer and Fall Weekend Cub Scout Programs at Camp Chesebrough………………………………………….……… 6 Cub Scout Day Camp and Cub Scout Resident Camp………………………………..…………………………………………..…7 LION Program for Kindergartners…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 STEM Scouts………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 District Pinewood Derby…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 8 Scout-O-Rama………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Coastal Cleanup Day……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……… 8 Coyote Creek Cycling Classic…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 District Camp-O-Ree……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………….9 Mountain Man Rendezvous………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 9 Shoo�ng Sports/Scholas�c Pistol Program-Camp Pico Blanco…………………………………………………………….….. 9 Camp Hi-Sierra Boy Scout Summer Camp………………………………………………………………………………………….……. 10 Camp Pico Blanco Boy Scout Summer………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… 10 Order of the Arrow…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 11 Venturing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 11 Unit Recharter Renewal………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Fall and Spring Recruitment Drives………………………………………………………………………………………………….……… 12 Journey to Excellence (JTE)…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13 Service Projects and Good Turns………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… 13 Friends of Scou�ng Campaign (FOS)……………………………………………………………………………………………….………. 13 Commissioner’s Challenge………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 14 Scout-O-Rama Kick-Off ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..14 Popcorn Sales……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... 14 Courses Needed to be Considered Trained……………………………………………………………………………………………… 15 Training Calendar – Cub Scout Leaders……………………………………………………………………………………………..……. 15 University of Scou�ng…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 Training Calendar – Boy Scout Leaders………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 16 Training Calendar – Leaders in Varsity, Venturing, High Adventure and Other Specialized Courses………... 17 Bear Paw – Cold Weather Camping Training…………………………………………………………………………………………… 17 Wood Badge…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17 Na�onal Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17 Other Specialized Training ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……. 18 Merit Badge Counselor Training……………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 18 District Leadership Conference…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……18 Commissioner Staff Support……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 18 STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Math) In Scou�ng…………………………………………………………..……… 19

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TABLE OF CONTENTS - Con�nued

Shoo�ng Sports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 19 Hornaday Awards and Conserva�on…………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. 19 District Recogni�on Dinners……………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20 Council Annual Recogni�on Dinner…………………………………………………………………….………………………………….. 20 Holiday Social and Auc�on…………………………………………………………………..………………………………………….……… 20 District Organiza�on………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………..… 21 Coyote Creek District ……………………………..………………………………………………………………………………………….……21 Loma Prieta District………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 Pioneer District……….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………22 Polaris District………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23 Quicksilver District…………………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………….……… 23 San Benito District…………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 24 Santa Lucia District……………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………………….….. 24 Career Exploring……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……. 25 Scout Shops……………………………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… 25 Service Centers…….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 25 Calendar at a Glance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..26 Guide to Scou�ng Words and Phrases………………………….……………………………………………………………………….. 28

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TIPS FOR PLANNING AN EXCELLENT SCOUTING PROGRAM IN YOUR UNIT

Plan what to do • Select activities that will help accomplish your unit’s goals and help youth complete advancement

requirements. • Get all the parents/youth together to brainstorm ideas. • Use Scouting literature such as the Den and Pack Meeting Resource Guide or Troop Program Features,

youth books, and Roundtable resources. • Bring personal calendars, school calendars, and your chartered organization’s calendar to avoid double

booking. • Use this Program Planning Catalog for great local activities. • Get ideas from the youth. • Use the Guide to Safe Scouting (helps you plan what training is needed and which age appropriate

activities are right for your group). • Brainstorm on large paper or a white board so everyone can see how it all flows together.

Fund your Program • Determine all the expenses throughout the year (registration fees, Boys’ Life subscriptions, annual charter

fee, unit equipment purchases, summer camp/day camp, Camporee, Pinewood Derby, monthly den, pack, patrol, troop activities, etc.).

• Identify sources of revenue to pay for the expenses (Council Popcorn Sale, Camp Card card sales, activity participation fees, monthly dues, etc.).

• Share the budget with all the families. • National budget templates are available for Cub Scouting, Scouts BSA, and Venturing.

Make it Happen • Ensure enough adults in your unit have the right training for the planned activities. • Identify who has what responsibility. • Publish the calendar and share it with every family. • Make extras for welcoming new families. • Put it in your personal calendar. • Refer to the unit calendar at every committee meeting. • Evaluate monthly so all your families receive the maximum benefit from Scouting.

National Resources Cub Scout Program Planning PowerPoint:

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/membership/zip/BSA_Pack_Annual_Program_Planning_Conference_Guide.zip

Boy Scouts Program Planning PowerPoint: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/membership/zip/BSA_Troop_Annual_Program_Planning_Conference_Guide.zip

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SPRING & FALL WEEKEND PROGRAMS AT CAMP PICO BLANCO - Cancelled SEPTEMBER — MAY Although all program activities have been cancelled for 2018-2019 due to the fire and floods, we look forward to the many family-oriented activities starting up again in 2021.

Please keep an eye out for updates:

https://www.facebook.com/CampPicoBlanco http://www.camppicoblanco.org/

SUMMER & FALL WEEKEND PROGRAMS AT CAMP CHESEBROUGH JULY—OCTOBER Cub Scout Shoot Out: Cub Scouts of all ages will enjoy a day of Shoo�ng Sports with their adult partner at Camp Chesebrough. This fun-filled day will teach safety and proper BB gun and archery shoo�ng techniques. Lunch is served from noon to 1:00. During your morning or a�ernoon session, you’ll be able to shoot at either the archery range or the BB gun range. Don’t forget our slingshot range. For more shoo�ng fun, sign up for both morning and a�ernoon sessions! 2018 2019 Spring Shoot Out March 30, 2019 July 14, 2018 Shoot Out #1 July 20,2019 August 18, 2018 Shoot Out #2 August 17, 2019 September 15, 2018 Shoot Out #3 September 14,2019 October 13, 2018 Shoot Out #4 October 19, 2019

Cub-O-Ree: Join us for a day of outdoor activities including Archery, BB guns, climbing wall, nature hikes, games, and be entertained in front of the crackling campfire for skits and songs. Help introduce your youth to the great outdoors before winter arrives. 2018 2019 October 6, 2018 Cub-O-Ree #1 October 5, 2019 October 7, 2018 Cub-O-Ree #2 October 6, 2019 Family Camp: Come join us for a weekend of family camping near the coast in the beautiful California redwoods of Santa Cruz & Santa Clara Counties. Archery, climbing wall, nature hikes, campfires, games, sports, and FUN! Great food, starting with cracker barrel Friday night, breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. The entire family may attend these weekends, not just Scouts and parents. Bring along grandparents, older and younger siblings, your best friends plus their families and other relatives who enjoy the great outdoors. August 31- Sept 3, 2018 and August 30- Sept 1, 2019 Labor Day Family Camp May 24-26, 2019 Memorial Day Family Camp

The Mom & Me and Pop & Pal weekends are designed for you to enjoy one-on-one �me with your Cub Scout as parent and child. Enjoy a special weekend together including archery, bb, cra�s, games, campfire, and more. For Mom & Me, scouts are accompanied by their mom, grandma, or other important mother figure in their life. For Pop & Pal, scouts are accompanied by their dad, grandpa, or other important father figure in their life.

Mom & Me May 17th – April 19, 2019

Pop & Pal September 19-22, 2018 September 20th – September 22nd, 2019

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CUB SCOUT DAY CAMPS JUNE-JULY

Day Camp is truly the best part of a Cub Scout’s summer. Day Camp is a five-day experience for Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Cub Scouts (children who are entering grades 2 – 5 in the Fall). Some camps also have a Tiger Cub program and sibling “tot-lots”. Each camp offers a variety of activities, such as crafts, games, archery, BB guns, sports, and Scout skills. They also offer Cub Scouts opportunities to earn adventure loops and pins that they can only earn during an organized camp. Camps typically run from 9 AM to 4 PM. Parent involvement is a key component to these programs and each camp requires some adult involvement. The camps are located throughout the four counties of the council. Check out details at: http://svmbc.org/svmbc/activities/cub-scout-day-camp/

WEBELOS SCOUT RESIDENT CAMPS JUNE

Have you graduated the third grade and are now ready for the adventure of a three-night overnight campout at Camp Chesebrough in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains? We have an exciting program for you including archery, BB guns, nature, climbing the rock wall, crafts, songs, skits, STEM, campfires, and more. Food is lovingly prepared in the kitchen and served on the patio by the Valley Foundation Lodge. June 14-17, 2018 and June 13-16, 2019: Chesebrough Webelos Resident Camp #1

June 21-24, 2018 and June 20-23, 2019: Chesebrough Webelos Resident Camp #2

LIONS- A Cub Scout Program for Children 5-6 Years Old or in Kindergarten -

As a Lion, your kindergartner will make friends, laugh loud, gain confidence, discover nature, and most of all…. Have fun! He or she will experience the Scou�ng concepts of character development, leadership, ci�zenship, and personal fitness through engaging in exci�ng adventures.

Your kindergartner will have a blast exploring the world in ways that fuel a growing imagina�on and crea�vity.

To learn more about the Lion Program or get your child involved, please visit www.scou�ng.org/lion or call 408-638-8300

STEM Scouts FALL 2018

Coming to a science lab near you, the newest program from the Boy Scouts of America, STEM Scouts! This new program helps girls and boys learn about science, technology, engineering, and math through crea�ve hands-on ac�vi�es, field trips and interac�ons with STEM professionals.

STEM Scouts is for elementary, middle and high school age boys and girls. There are weekly mee�ngs and monthly field trips. The lessons are created and veted by STEM educators and each module is designed for 4 or 6 weeks. There are par�cipa�on and achievement awards, leadership and mentoring opportuni�es, and your child will develop new skills in a fun way.

For more informa�on, please visit www.stemscouts.org or get involved by calling 408-638-8358.

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DISTRICT PINEWOOD DERBY FEBRUARY/MARCH

Pinewood Derby—no doubt one of the highlights of Cub Scouts. Every district hosts a pinewood derby to extend the excitement of the race amongst several Cub Scout packs. Stay tuned at your district Roundtable for details.

Coyote Creek: Saturday, March 16, 2019 Loma Prieta: Saturday, April 13, 2019 Pioneer: Wednesday, February 7, 2019 - Weigh-in, Saturday, February 9, 2019- Race Polaris: Saturday, February 9, 2019 Quicksilver: Saturday, February 23, 2019 San Benito: none Santa Lucia: Saturday, February 16, 2019

SCOUT-O-RAMA MAY 11, 2019

The largest Scouting event of the year with over 5,000 participants is traditionally held on the Saturday before Mother’s Day at History Park in San Jose. This excellent showcase of Scouting is open to the public and shows off much of what Scouting has to offer. Our best packs, troops, crews, ships, labs, and posts host a “booth” where they showcase their awesome program with hands-on, fun activities and demonstrations for Scouting families to enjoy. Visit for the day, or better, participate with a booth. Some of the activities include: • Opening parade of hundreds of Scout flags • Cooking demonstrations • Archery & BB Guns • Water Rockets—build your own and shoot it up! • Crafts and games • Monkey Bridges & other Pioneering projects • STEM science projects • Scout skill demonstrations

COASTAL CLEANUP DAY SEPTEMBER 15, 2018 SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

California Coastal Cleanup Day, an annual beach and inland waterway cleanup, is the state's largest volunteer event. State-wide, volunteers remove more than 1.2 million pounds of trash and recyclables from our beaches, lakes, and waterways annually. When combined with the International Coastal Cleanup organized by Ocean Conservancy and taking place on the same day, California Coastal Cleanup Day becomes part of one of the largest volunteer events in the world. Save the date and schedule your unit’s participation along the beaches of our council. For more information, contact Activities@svmbc.org

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DISTRICT CAMPOREE SPRING

Scouts—test your skills in friendly troop competition at the annual Scouts BSA Camporee. All troops in each district are invited to a weekend of camping, fellowship and skill competition.

Coyote Creek District: April 12-14, 2019 Loma Prieta: April 26-28, 2019 Pioneer District: April 26-28, 2019 Polaris District: April 5-7, 2019 Quicksilver District: May 3-5, 2019 San Benito: Welcome to attend any district’s camporee Santa Lucia: March 15-17, 2019

MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS SEPTEMBER 28-30, 2018

SEPTEMBER 27-29, 2019

Have you ever started a fire with flint and steel? Done leather branding? Shot an authentic black powder rifle? Do you know how to throw a tomahawk & knife? Do you know what a trading blanket or Capote is? Can you talk Mountain Man lingo? We want you to come to the Rendezvous prepared to experience what camping was like in the early 1800’s. Make your camp as authentic as possible. You will be competing as Troops and as individuals. This event is well known for its great prizes. We look forward to seeing you there!

September 28-30, 2018 Camp Loma

September 27-29, 2019 Chesebrough

COYOTE CREEK CYCLING CLASSIC OCTOBER 13, 2018

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Every year, the Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council holds a family fun ride for youth and adults of all ages.

This event provides families the opportunity to participate in a 12-, 25-, or 50-mile bike ride. After your morning ride, you will receive your Coyote Creek Cycling t-shirt, patch, and a lunch. This event is open to people of all ages and encourages you to get active and keep a healthy lifestyle.

We look forward to having you join us on Saturday, October 13, 2018 and October 12, 2019.

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CAMP HI-SIERRA SCOUT SUMMER CAMP SUMMER 2019

Summer 2019 will be the 70th Anniversary of Camp Hi-Sierra. We will celebrate in style and feast in our new Dining Hall.

Camp Hi-Sierra is a 7-day 6-night Scout camp located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains offering exciting and extensive Scouting opportunities for youth. Fun and exciting programs include climbing, biking, disc golf, boating, polar bear swim, shooting sports, and overnight trips to the Clavey River. And, there’s a rich offering of merit badges, advancement to First Class (Trail to Eagle program), and Adult Leader training for adults.

Six sessions run from Sunday to Saturday: Week 1: June 23 – 29, 2019 Week 2: June30 –July 6, 2019 Week 3: July 7 – 13, 2019 Week 4: July 14-20, 2019 Week 5: July 21 – 27, 2019 Week 6: July 28-August 3, 2019 http://www.camphi-sierra.org

CAMP PICO BLANCO SCOUT SUMMER CAMP - Cancelled

Camp is currently closed due to the winter storms of 2016-2017. Located on the south fork of the Little Sur River in Monterey County, this rugged wilderness invites campers and backpackers under the shadow of Mount Pico Blanco. Surrounded by the Los Padres National Forest and the entrance to the Ventana Wilderness Area, enjoy the abundant rich diversity of plant and wildlife. The major issue in the County has been road closures which not only impact local residents but also Pico Blanco Campers. Temporarily, this has prevented us from conducting quality family events. Please keep an eye out for updates and ways you can help camp at:

https://www.facebook.com/CampPicoBlanco http://www.camppicoblanco.org/ or contact camping@svmbc.org

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ORDER OF THE ARROW—THE SAKLAN LODGE The Order of the Arrow is the national honor society of the Boy Scouts of America. The program allows a Scout’s peers to recognize him or her for outstanding efforts to live up to the ideals of the Scout Oath and Law. The Order of the Arrow is based on American Indian tradition and is dedicated to the ideal of cheerful service which provides Scouts opportunities to learn more about leadership skills and volunteerism. Beginning February 1, 2019, unit elec�ons will be permited in Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scout units. Click here for more informa�on.

The SAKLAN were a Native American tribe in the northern California Bay Area. The totem for the lodge is the banana slug. The 2018 duly elected Lodge Chief Morris W. is supported by David Hertzberg, the Lodge Advisor, and Dianne Betz, the Staff Advisor. Check out the lodge website for more information, updates and activities: http://www.saklanlodge.org Email: oa@svmbc.org

The youth leadership meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Council Service Center at 7:30pm.

The adult leadership meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Council Service Center at 7:30pm.

Activities Include: NOAC July 29-August 4, 2018 Vigil Ceremony August 24-25, 2018 Fall Ordeal at Camp Chesebrough September 28-30, 2018 Cub-O-Ree- OA Dance Team October 5-7, 2018 Fall Fellowship - Camp Lehi October 26-28, 2018 (Tentative) LLD at Big 5 November 17, 2018 Lodge Holiday Social December 16, 2018 Indian Lore Merit Badge Weekend March 22-24, 2019 Section Conclave April 26-28, 2019 Lodge Banquet May 10, 2019 Spring Ordeal at Camp Hi-Sierra May 31- June 2, 2019 Vigil Ceremony August 16-17, 2019 Slugfest August 24, 2019 Fall Ordeal September 6-8, 2019 Fall Fellowship October 18-20, 2019 Lodge Holiday Social December 15, 2019

VENTURING

You love exploring your passions, making new friends, and discovering the world. You're always looking for an adventure. Rappelling a cliff. Kayaking into the sunset. Exploring your faith. The choice is yours! Each ac�vity provides an opportunity to shine and learn more about yourself and the world around you. Venturing is youth-led and youth-inspired. You'll acquire life skills and gain experiences that will prove to be valuable regardless of where your future takes you, all while having a blast.

Venturing is an inclusive program through the Boy Scouts of America for males and females aged 14-21 (or 13 and completed the 8th grade). It's operated through Venturing Crews, units of youth and advisors that meet on set schedules and plan ac�vi�es and events for youth like you! To find a crew near you and join the fun, visit "Be A Scout"!

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UNIT CHARTER RENEWAL DUE DECEMBER 7, 2018

Rechartering is essen�al to Scou�ng opera�ons and the con�nued growth of our program. Toward the end of each calendar year, every unit renews its charter to operate. Charter renewal informa�on is distributed to every unit by the commissioner staff in October. During the months of October and November, the unit recharter processor (designated by the commitee chair) reviews and updates the roster, collects annual dues from families, completes online charter renewal, obtains appropriate signatures or approvals and submits complete charter renewal by December 7.

FALL RECRUITMENT DRIVE FALL

The fall is the best �me to recruit new families into scou�ng! Families are looking for fun new exci�ng programs – just like your pack - to join within the first 2-3 weeks that school begins. The council is here to help you atract these new families to join your unit, bringing the Scou�ng program to more youth in your community and providing new adult volunteers for your unit. Unit commissioners and district membership teams will be reaching out to your unit leaders this summer to coordinate a neighborhood based plan so that every youth and his family has an opportunity to join Scou�ng.

Tips for Success:

• Meet with your unit commissioner and district execu�ve over the summer to develop your unit’s fall recruitment plan.

• Recruit one or two unit or pack representa�ves to help welcome new families into your unit. This will help place Scouts into Dens/Patrols and make sure new leaders are encouraged to get trained as a leader or be a member of your unit’s commitee.

• Have your representa�ves atend the fall kick off and “how to” orienta�ons during July to learn how to host and promote your recruitment event.

• Spend �me this summer with leaders and parents to plan your “Ideal Year of Scou�ng” so new and returning families know what excitement will be coming their way. This will also help you plan your popcorn sales goal as a unit and per family.

• Keep your informa�on up to date at htp://www.beascout.org. The Commitee Chair, Cubmaster/Scoutmaster/Advisor can update this informa�on in my.scou�ng.org.

Online Registra�on: Star�ng this summer, units will now be able to register their new Scouts and adults online! Get instant uploads to your unit’s my.scou�ng.org profile and save a trip to the council service center by u�lizing this new feature. Training sessions on how to use and ac�vate this feature will be offered as webinars throughout the summer.

SPRING RECRUITMENT APRIL-MAY

Give families a chance to check out Scou�ng with summer programs by recrui�ng in the Spring. This is an especially a great �me for packs to start the Tiger den for next fall by conduc�ng a Kindergarten recrui�ng.

Schedule one or more fun joining events for new families and promote at schools in the community with flyers, yard signs and word of mouth. Check with your district membership team and district execu�ve for support, training, and materials.

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SERVICE PROJECTS AND GOOD TURNS

One of Scouting’s foundational principles is “doing a good turn daily.” Scouts at all levels of our program participate in good turns and service projects. Some of these are for a rank advancement, the most famous being the Eagle Scout project. Others are being good citizens or participating in environmental programs to make our neighborhoods and communities better places to live.

As part of the Journey to Excellence report, sharing your service project and logging it into the national toolbox is important. The council uses this to let the community know of our service to others. Nationally, the statistics are important as we identify trends.

Do you know about Messengers of Peace? It’s relatively new and a way to put a dot on a map with your service project. http://www.scouting.org/messengersofpeace.aspx.

Do you know about Scouting for Food? It’s been a project of the BSA for decades. Held in November each year in our council, Scouts drop off door hangers the 2nd Saturday of November and return the 3rd Saturday of November, taking the bags of food to local food banks.

Find out more on all of this at: http://svmbc.org/svmbc/activities/service-projects/ or Email: activities@svmbc.org

FRIENDS OF SCOUTING CAMPAIGN - “FOS” JANUARY-APRIL

The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council’s budget is over $4.7 million annually to support our 13,000 youth and 5,000 volunteers. The national council provides no funding locally. In fact, 100% of your membership and registration fees go directly to the national council to fund the program development and delivery. $1 million of our annual budget comes from individuals, families, and the community in an annual giving campaign called “Friends of Scouting” or FOS.

Annually, every pack, troop, and crew participates in the Friends of Scouting Campaign to support the delivery and promotion of Scouting. A member of the district FOS team will visit your unit for a brief presentation at a unit meeting, court of honor or Blue & Gold dinner to give every family an opportunity to participate with a donation to the Friends of Scouting Campaign.

• Select an FOS Coordinator to help manage the campaign within your unit. Have them attend the FOS Coordinator Training.

• Submit contact information for your FOS Coordinator and the date of your presentation to the District FOS Chair.

JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE (JTE) ALL YEAR

Journey to Excellence is the BSA’s performance recognition program designed to measure the performance of our units, districts, and councils. It encourages excellence in providing a quality program at all levels of BSA. Scouters can use the JTE program to help them plan and run a better program for the youth we serve. Criteria includes leader training, camping attendance, advancement, and planning. You can find more information on Journey to Excellence on the BSA National website: htp://www.scou�ng.org/scoutsource/Awards/JourneyToExcellence.

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SCOUT-O-RAMA KICK-OFF & CAMP CARD SALES March 2, 2019

The biggest show of Scouting all year is Scout-O-Rama on May 11, 2019 at History Park at the south end of Kelley Park in San Jose. Scouts can participate with a booth at the event and by selling adventure cards in the two months leading up to the big day. Adventure cards sell for $10 with units keeping $3 for each card sold. Scouts can also earn sales incentive prizes. The card has discounts and deals at many local shops, stores, restaurants, and activity centers and is also a family admission ticket to the Scout-O-Rama.

Adventure card sales and booth signups kick off on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at University of Scouting in San Jose. Pick up adventure cards for the fundraiser and stake your claim for your unit’s booth space. There will also be a Salinas location, to be determined, on the same date.

POPCORN SALES AUGUST-NOVEMBER

Popcorn! Every year, Scouts hit the streets selling popcorn in front of grocery stores, in their neighborhood, and to friends and family. Scouts set popcorn goals to support their chosen activities for the year, to fund community service and leadership projects, to attend summer camp, or to travel to destinations near and far. 70% of sales support local Scouting (up to 38% directly to Scout units and Scouts). Details at www.svmbc.org/popcorn

Key Dates 2018:

June—Kickoffs on June 9 (Santa Clara Elks) and June 12 (Salinas Elks) August – Popcorn “Universities”: Aug 2, 7,8, 9, 14, 16, August 1 – Online sales start, Scouts invite friends and family to purchase online for direct shipping August 17 – Orders Due for “Show and Sell” (consignment/store front sales) September 7 – Product pick up for “Show and Sell” SALE BEGINS October 12 – “Take Order” sales orders due online October 15 – End of “Show & Sell” – deadline to return unsold product October 31 – Online sales end November 2 – “Take Order” product pick-up November 30 - Money due

COMMISSIONER’S CHALLENGE AWARD ALL YEAR

The Commissioner’s Challenge Award is an SVMBC-specific award that was created to recognize outstanding units. Completing Commissioner’s Challenge entitles the unit to receive FREE cloth badges, e.g. rank and merit badges, at no cost for an entire year!

This award requires achievement above and beyond the JTE award and is a challenge for many units to achieve. A unit must meet all the JTE objectives in the Silver category. There are several criteria that must be completed as well including providing a district or council volunteer, participating in Scout-O-Rama and Popcorn sales and completing recharter on time.

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COURSES NEEDED TO BE CONSIDERED “TRAINED” IN SCOUTING:

• Cub Scouting: Leader-specific training by position • Scouts BSA: Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader-specific training, Introduction to

Outdoor Leader Skills for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. Troop Committee Challenge for committee members.

• Venturing and Sea Scouting: Venturing Leader-specific. • Effec�ve April 30, 2018 new direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be

considered posi�on trained • Youth Protection Training is mandatory for all registered adults. All adults will need to complete the

new Youth Protection Training by October 1, 2018. To take Youth Protection training, go to www.My.Scouting.org and create an account. From the My.Scouting.org portal, click on E-Learning and take the Youth Protection training.

TRAINING

TRAINING FOR CUB SCOUT LEADERS: 2018 Trainings Date 2019 Trainings Date Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Sep 8 Cub Scout Leader Specific Tues. Jan 29 Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Sep 15 Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Feb 9

Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Sep 22 Cub Scout Leader Specific Mon. Mar 11 Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Oct 6 Cub Scout Ldr Spec-Chinese Sat. Mar 23

Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Oct 20 Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Apr 13

Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Nov 17 Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Jun 15

Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Sep 7

Cub Scout Leader Specific Sat. Nov 16

NOTE: BOWS and OWL have been replaced by BALOO

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO). NOTE: BALOO now has an online component that must be completed before the outdoor session.

2018 Trainings Date BALOO – San Benito Sat-Sun Oct 6-7 BALOO Sat-Sun Oct 27-28 BALOO-Chinese Sat-Sun Nov 3-4 BALOO Sat-Sun Nov 17-18

2019 Training Date BALOO-Chinese Sat-Sun Mar 16-17 BALOO Sat-Sun Mar 23-24 BALOO-Chinese Sat-Sun Nov 2-3 BALOO Sat-Sun Nov 16-17

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UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING March 2, 2019

Each year, the council conducts the “University of Scouting,” starting with registration at 8 AM, welcoming words at 8:30, and then a series of 50-minute sessions on special interest topics. For those with Cub Scout-aged youth, you’ll find suggestions on where to take the Cub Scouts on field trips, how to conduct derbies (rocket, pinewood, regatta), magic to spice up meetings and ceremonies, and so much more. Similarly, for Scouts BSA leaders and parents, your advancement chair will find information on Internet advancement, the Trail to Eagle, ideas for service projects; Camping chairs will get “where to go,” backpacking, snow camping, and hints on the latest gear and gadgets to make camping fun. Lunch is provided. Registration will start about 60-90 days prior to the course.

TRAINING FOR SCOUTS BSA LEADERS

2018 Trainings Date Scouts BSA Leader Specific All Weeks at Hi-Sierra Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep 8 Scouts BSA Leader Specific-Vietnamese Sun. Sep 9 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep 22 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep. 29 Scouts BSA Leader Spec.-Chinese Sat. Oct 6 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Nov 17

2019 Trainings Date Scouts BSA Leader Specific Mon Jan 28 &

Feb 4 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Mar 9

2019 Trainings-Cont. Date Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Mar 16 Scouts BSA Leader Spec.-Chinese Sat Mar 30 Troop Committee Training Mon Apr 22 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. May 4 Scouts BSA Leader Specific All Weeks at Hi-Sierra Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep 7 Scouts BSA Leader Specific-Vietnamese Sun. Sep 8 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep 21 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Sep 28 Scouts BSA Leader Spec.-Chinese Sat. Oct 5 Scouts BSA Leader Specific Sat. Nov 16

2018 Trainings Date Outdoor Leadership Skills Fri-Sun. Sep 7-8-9 Outdoor Leadership Skills-Vietnamese Fri-Sun. Sep 14-15-16 Outdoor Leadership Skills Fri-Sun. Oct 12-13-14 Outdoor Leadership Skills – South Council Fri-Sun. Nov 2-3-4 OLS Indoor Session Sat. Oct 13 OLS Indoor Session Sat. Oct 20

2019 Trainings Outdoor Leadership Skills Sat. Mar 9 and Fri-Sat. Mar 15-16 Outdoor Leadership Skills Fri-Sun. Mar 29-30-31 Outdoor Leadership Skills-Chinese TBA Outdoor Leadership Skills Fri-Sun. May 31-Jun 1-2 Outdoor Leadership Skills Fri-Sun. Sep 6-7-8 Outdoor Leadership Skills-Vietnamese Fri-Sun. Sep 13-14-15

BIG 5 TRAINING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2018 & NOVEMBER 16, 2019 Location to be Determined Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and BALOO Training all offered on one day at the same location.

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TRAINING FOR LEADERS IN VENTURING, HIGH-ADVENTURE, AND OTHER SPECIALIZED COURSES:

2018 Trainings Date Den Chief Training Thurs. Sept 6 Den Chief Training Sat. Oct 20 Venturing Leader Specific Sat. Nov 17 Trainer's EDGE Sat. Dec 1 Area Training Conference Sat. Nov 3

2019 Trainings Date Den Chief Training Thurs. Mar 7 Den Chief Training Sat. Mar 9 Den Chief Training Thurs. Sep 5 Den Chief Training Sat. Oct 26 Venturing Leader Specific Sat. Jan 19 Venturing Leader Specific Sat. May 4 Venturing Leader Specific Sat. Nov 16 Powder Horn Thur-Sun Jul 11-14 Trainer's EDGE Sat. Feb 2 Trainer's EDGE Sat. Nov 30 Area Training Conference Sat. Nov 2

NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING (NYLT)

NYLT is a week long, intensive and interactive experience in outdoor living and leadership skills development. Youth wishing to attend must be at least 13 and First Class rank, or if a Venturer, must be 13 and have graduated 8th grade. We have two courses to select from in 2018: June 24-30, 2018 NYLT CPB at Camp Chesebrough August 5-11, 2018 at Camp Chesebrough

June 23-29, 2019 NYLT CPB at Camp Chesebrough July 28-Aug 3, 2019 at Camp Chesebrough

WOOD BADGE

Wood Badge is the culmination of basic leader training for all adult leaders in Scouting - from Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA, and Venturing. The course emphasizes development of personal leadership, team-building, and management skills. This course is 6 full days done on two weekends.

Fall 2018: Fri-Sun. Sept 14-16 and Fri-Sun. Oct 12-14, 2018 Fall 2019: Fri-Sun. Sept 20-22, 2019 and Oct 11-13, 2019

BEAR PAW – COLD WEATHER CAMPING: Cold Weather Camping training teaches youth and leaders how to be warm and safe in the outdoors. There are several essential topics presented in this day-long session. The Scouts BSA troops get to practice what they’ve learned at our winter camping experience held on President’s Day weekend in February where attendees camp for two nights in the snow, or cold weather.

Cold Weather Camping Training: November 10, 2018 and November 9, 2019 Bear Paw Camping Experience: Fri-Sun. February 22-24, 2019

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OTHER SPECIALIZED TRAININGS Leave No Trace- October 27-28, 2018 and March 2-3, 2019 First Aid and CPR/AED, Cub Scout shooting sport certification, Climb On Safely and other specialized courses are scheduled throughout the year. Check the training calendar at www.svmbc.org/training for dates and information.

MERIT BADGE COUNSELOR TRAININGS Those interested in serving as a merit badge counselor in one or more of the 130 merit badges, should attend one of our training sessions. .

At the Council Service Center in San Jose:

January 10, 2019 August 8, 2019 March 14, 2019 May 9, 2019

At District Roundtables: Quicksilver, October 9, 2018 Quicksilver, October 8, 2019 Pioneer, October 10, 2018 Pioneer, October 9, 2019 Coyote Creek, October 11, 2018 Coyote Creek, October 10, 2019 Loma Prieta, October 11, 2018 Loma Prieta, November 14, 2019 Polaris, November 14, 2018 Polaris, November 13, 2019

DISTRICT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 2019

The council and district committee calendar year kicks-off with this half-day training and goal setting strategy conference. Designed for all district committee members, especially district committee chairs, vice chairs, and the various program committee chairs. Training for new district committee members will also be provided. Location-TBD

COMMISSIONER STAFF SUPPORT

The commissioner staff is a strong corps of volunteer Scouters dedicated to providing service & guidance to units. They meet monthly at the district level where unit health updates are given and unit service plans are developed. There are two conferences for commissioners: Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council Commissioner Conference – September 29, 2018 at Camp Chesebrough. Commissioners are encouraged to campout on Friday and stay for the half day conference. Northern California Commissioner College and Training Session – February 2019 at location TBD. Commissioner basic and advanced training will be offered, including training on the latest updates and best practices for unit service.

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S.T.E.M. (Science Technology Engineering & Math) IN SCOUTING

The BSA has a series of awards Scouts can earn that are based on science, technology, engineering, and math. The NOVA and SUPERNOVA Awards program incorporates learning with cool activities and exposure to these topics for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturers. The hope is that the requirements and activities for earning these awards stimulates interest in STEM-related fields and shows how they apply to everyday living and the world around them. Counselors and mentors help bring this engaging, contemporary, and fun program to life for youth members. New NOVA awards are being developed and added to the program.

SVMBC council resources: http://svmbc.org/svmbc/resources/stem/

National resources: http://www.scouting.org/stem/AboutSTEM.aspx

SHOOTING SPORTS

All shooting sports are done under qualified supervision and using the strict guidelines of the Boy Scouts of America safety policies. Cub Scouts can enjoy shooting BB guns, archery, and sling shots. Scouts can shoot shot guns, .22 caliber rifles, .22 caliber pistols (age 14+) and archery. Venturers can shoot pistols and rifles in a variety of calibers.

For more information: http://svmbc.org/svmbc/activities/shooting-sports/

HORNADAY AWARDS and CONSERVATION

The Boy Scouts of America has long been a proponent of conservation. Camping, hiking, and respect for the outdoors are an integral part of the Scouting heritage. Many of the requirements for advancement from Tenderfoot through Eagle Scout rank call for an increasing awareness and understanding of the natural sciences. Many former Scouts have become leaders in conserving our environment and protecting it from abuse. Right now Scouts are learning about environmental problems and actively working to make a difference. The fundamental purpose of the Hornaday Awards program is to encourage learning by the participants and to increase public awareness about natural resource conservation. Understanding and practicing sound stewardship of natural resources and environmental protection strengthens Scouting's emphasis on respecting the outdoors. The goal of this awards program is to encourage and recognize truly outstanding efforts undertaken by Scouting units, Scouts and Venturers, adult Scouters, and other individuals, corporations, and institutions that have contributed significantly to natural resource conservation and environmental protection. There are a variety of Hornaday Awards which are available and are presented to units, youth, adults, and organizations. For more information about this prestigious award see: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Awards/HornadayAwards.aspx The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council has a strong and expanding conservation emphasis at all of our camps. Notably, the Camp Pico Blanco Conservation Plan was recognized by the American Planning Association for Innovations in Green Community Planning. To learn more, email: advancement@svmbc.org.

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DISTRICT RECOGNITION DINNERS NOVEMBER, DECEMBER & JANUARY

Celebrate the dedication of volunteers in your unit and throughout your district. A variety of recognitions are awarded during this evening of adult leader fellowship with the District Award of Merit highlighting the event.

Coyote Creek: November 10, 2018 Loma Prieta: December 13, 2018 Pioneer: November 16, 2018 Polaris: November 3, 2018 Quicksilver: November 9, 2018 San Benito: January 24, 2019 Santa Lucia: October 26, 2018

COUNCIL ANNUAL RECOGNITION DINNER FEBRUARY 2019

In 2019, this annual event will be held in Monterey, CA. We are still confirming date and venue. At the event, we will recognize Eagle Scouts, top Venturing awards, and Silver Beaver recipients with a reception, dinner, keynote speaker, and awards ceremony. The Silver Beaver award is the highest recognition for volunteer service at the council level and the Eagle Scout award is the highest a young man can earn in the Scouting program and a true mark of a leader. The Annual Dinner is our opportunity to thank and recognize our Scouting volunteers for their dedicated service to our programs.

HOLIDAY SOCIAL & AUCTION DECEMBER

The annual holiday social and auction is a fun adult event with fellow Scouting volunteers to get your holiday season started. All proceeds support current programs and growth of Scouting in the council. For more information, contact Bill Albrecht at (408) 638-8356.

http://svmbc.org/svmbc/support-scouting/camp-auction/.

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DISTRICT ORGANIZATION

The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council is divided into seven geographical areas, known as districts. Each district provides support for scouting units, volunteers and youth and delivers youth programs for their geographic area, including programs for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturing. Our Exploring program and new STEM Scouts pilot program serves the entire council.

Every district has a Key 3 who lead and direct the district service. The Key 3 is composed of the District Chair, District Commissioner, and District Executive. The District Chairman and Commissioner are volunteer positions while the District Executive is a paid, full-time, commissioned professional with the Boy Scouts of America. District Chairs are also members of the board of directors of the council and represent their district’s interests to the governing body of the council.

The District Chairmen each have help from their District Committees, teams of volunteers responsible for finance, membership, and program support to units within each district. The District Committee meets monthly under the direction of the District Chair and delivers a variety of programs during the year. This includes activities, outdoor programs, training, advancement, membership, and fundraising.

District Commissioners have help from their Commissioner Staff, a team of volunteers responsible for the “health” of the Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops, Venture Crews, and Explorer Posts. The commissioner staff meets monthly and is responsible for hosting the monthly Roundtable meetings for all unit leaders.

COYOTE CREEK DISTRICT

Coyote Creek District serves the City of Milpitas south into East San Jose in the communities of Alum Rock, Berryessa, Evergreen, Silver Creek and west to Monterey Highway including a good portion of downtown San Jose, including the neighborhoods of Naglee Park and Japantown. Check out the district website at http://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/coyote-creek/ for updated information.

District Newsletter Sign Up: Email coyote_creek_district-subscribe@yahoogroups.com and include your name, position and unit.

Roundtable – 2nd Thursday each month at 7:30 PM

District Committee Meetings – 3rd Thursday each month at 7:30 PM

Commissioner Meetings – 3rd Thursday each month at 6:30 PM

District Dinner – November 10, 2018

District Pinewood Derby – March 16, 2019

District Camporee – April 12-14, 2019

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LOMA PRIETA DISTRICT

The Loma Prieta District serves all of the County of Santa Cruz. Check out the district website at http://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/loma-prieta/ for updated information.

District Committee Meetings – 2nd Thursday each month at 6:00 PM

Roundtable – 2nd Thursday each month at 7:00 PM

Commissioner Meeting – 2nd Thursday each month at 7:00 PM

District Pinewood Derby — April 13, 2019

District Dinner –December 13, 2018

Skillicorn BBQ– March 20, 2019 @ Corralitos Padres Hall

District Camporee—April 26-28, 2019

Merit Badge Pow-Wow – August 17-18, 2018 @ Camp Lehi and August 16-18, 2019

PIONEER DISTRICT

Pioneer District serves the communi�es of Santa Clara, Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Redwood Estates, and Cambrian Park. Check out the district website at htp://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/pioneer/ for updated informa�on and visit our Facebook page at htps://www.facebook.com/PioneerDistrictSVMBC

Roundtable – 2nd Wednesday each month at 7:30 PM

District Commitee Mee�ngs – 1st Wednesday each month at 7:00 PM.

Commissioner Mee�ngs – 2nd Wednesday each month at 6:30 PM

District BBQ –August 8, 2018 and August 14, 2019

WeST Fair – November 14, 2018 and November 13, 2019

District Dinner– November 16, 2018

District Pinewood Derby – February 6, 2019 Weigh-In; February 9, 2019 Race

District Camporee – TBA

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POLARIS DISTRICT Polaris District serves the communities of Saratoga, Cupertino and Sunnyvale. Check out the district website at http://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/polaris/ for updated information.

Polari Facebook page: @PolarisDistrictSVMBC

District Newsletter Sign Up: Email SVMB-Polaris-RT-subscribe@yahoogroups.com and include your name, position and unit.

Roundtable – 2nd Wednesday each month at 7:30 PM

District Committee Meetings – 1st Wednesday each month at 7:30 PM

Commissioner Meetings – 2nd Thursday each month at 7:30 PM

Cub Scout Day Camp- Stevens Creek #1 July 9-13, 2018

Stevens Creek #2 July 23-27, 2018

District Dinner – November 3, 2018

WeST Fair – October 6, 2018

Webelos Day- February 2, 2019

District Pinewood Derby – February 9, 2019

District Camporee – April 5-7, 2019

QUICKSILVER DISTRICT

Quicksilver District serves the communities of Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Willow Glen, Blossom Valley, Almaden Valley, and South San Jose. Check out our district website http://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/quicksilver/ for updated information.

District Email List Sign Up: Email Jack Howe at jlhiii@us.ibm.com and include your name, position and unit.

Roundtable – 2nd Tuesday each month at 7:30 PM

District Committee Meetings – 1st Thursday each month at 7:30 PM

Commissioner Meetings – 1st Wednesday each month at 7:30 PM

District Dinner – November 9, 2018

District Pinewood Derby –February 23, 2019

District Camporee – May 3-5, 2019

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SAN BENITO DISTRICT

San Benito District serves all of the County of San Benito. Check out the district website at http://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/san-benito/ for updated information.

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/bsasbc

District News Sign Up: Email: HollisterRoundtable-subscribe@yahoogroups.com and include your name, position and unit

District Committee Meetings – 2nd Tuesday each month at 6:00 PM at Brigg’s Youth Center (1221 Memorial Drive, Hollister)

Roundtable – 3rd Tuesday each month at 7:00 PM at the Brigg’s Youth Center

Cub O’ Ree- August 25-26, 2018 at Casa de Fruta

District Turkey Shoot—November 10, 2018

District Dinner – January 24, 2019 at the Elks Lodge in Hollister

District Camporee - Welcome to attend any district’s camporee

Spring Into Scouting – April 27, 2019 at Veterans Memorial Park in Hollister

SANTA LUCIA DISTRICT

Santa Lucia District serves all of Monterey County. Check out the district website at htp://svmbc.org/svmbc/districts/santa-lucia/ for updated informa�on.

Unit Ambassador Mee�ngs – 4th Thursday each month via (video) conference call

District Dinner – October 26, 2018

District Pinewood Derby — February 16, 2019

District Camporee— March 15-17, 2019

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CAREER EXPLORING

The Exploring program is a subsidiary of the Boy Scouts of America. Exploring offers hands-on experiences for youth ages 14 - 20 in a career field of their choice. In these co-ed programs, young men and women gain leadership experience while working alongside professionals. Career fields currently represented in Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council are Law Enforcement, Fire Services, Aviation, Medical, Engineering, Law & Government, Business, and Science. With youth interest and business support, Exploring can be implemented in any career field. Whether you’re a local organization looking to strengthen the community or a young person wanting to uncover the possibilities of your future, Exploring is a great place to start. For more information contact Susan Vinh at 408-638-8373 See our website for more information about the programs currently offered: www.learningforlifesvmbc.org Annual Activity Highlights:

• Law Enforcement Explorer Academies – June 11- 28, 2018. Dates for 2019 TBA • Exploring Banquet – Fall 2018 TBA • Bite of Reality – Fall 2018 TBA

SCOUT SHOPS

Two nationally-operated Scout Shops serve our council. These retail stores have a large variety of the books, patches, uniforms, and supplies that are offered by the Boy Scouts of America. The Scout Shop hours are:

970 West Julian Street, San Jose: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. 408-279-2086. Email: Emile.Mestressat@scouting.org

919 North Main Street, Salinas: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM;

Wednesday, 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM. 831-422-2760

SERVICE CENTERS

To provide support to nearly 400 packs, troops, crews, ships, labs, and posts, two locally-operated service centers support the Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council. Our district executives have work stations at one of the two offices but are frequently in their district, meeting with unit, district, and community leaders. The hours are:

970 West Julian Street, San Jose: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Phone: 408-638-8300 Fax: 408-280-2154

919 North Main Street, Salinas: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Contact the main office in San Jose to be connected to the Salinas office: 408-638-8300 Fax: 831-422-1816

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CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

July 2018 October 2018 1-7 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 1 6 Cub Scout Leader Training

8-14 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 2 6 SB BALOO 14 Cub Scout Shootout at Chesebrough #1 6 CUB-O Ree #1 15-21 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 3 6 Boy Scout Leader Training- Chinese 22-28 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 4 6 Polaris WeST Fair 28-04 NYLT at Chesebrough 9 QS Merit Badge Counselor Training 29-04 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 5 10 PI Merit Badge Counselor Training

August 2018 11 LP Merit Badge Counselor Training 1 Online Popcorn Sales Start 11 CC Merit Badge Counselor Training

2 Pioneer Popcorn University 12 Popcorn Take-Order Orders Due 5-11 NYLT at Chesebrough 12-14 Wood Badge 7 San Benito Popcorn University 12-14 Outdoor Leader Skills 8 Pioneer District BBQ 13 Coyote Creek Cycling Classic 8 Santa Lucia Popcorn University 13 Outdoor Leader Skills- Indoor Session 8 Polaris Popcorn University 13 Cub Scout Shootout At Chesebrough 9 Loma Prieta Popcorn University 15 Popcorn- deadline to return product 16 Coyote Creek Popcorn University 20 Cub Scout Leader Training 17- Popcorn Show and Sell Orders Due Online 20 Den Chief Training 17-19 Loma Prieta Merit Badge Pow Wow 20 Outdoor Leader Skills- Indoor Session 18 Cub Scout Shootout at Chesebrough #2 26- SL Recognition Banquet 24-25 OA Vigil Ceremony 26-28 OA Fall Fellowship 25 SB Cub-O-Ree 27-28 BALOO 31-03 Labor Day Family Camp at Chesebrough 27-28 Leave No Trace Training

September 2018 31 Popcorn- On-Line Sales end 6 Den Chief Training November 2018 7 Popcorn Distribution 2 Popcorn Distribution 7-9 Outdoor Leader Skills 2-4 Outdoor Leader Skills- south council 8 Cub Scout Leader Training 3-4 BALOO- Chinese 8 Boy Scout Leader Training 3 PO Recognition Banquet 9 Boy Scout Leader Training- Vietnamese 9 QS Recognition Banquet 14-16 Wood Badge 10 CC Recognition Banquet 14-16 Outdoor Leader Skills- Vietnamese 10 Bear Paw- Cold Weather Training 15 Cub Scout Leader Training 10 SB Turkey Shoot 15 Coastal Cleanup 13 Outdoor Leader Skills Indoor -south 15 Cub Scout Shootout at Chesebrough #3 14 PI WeST Fair 21-22 Pop and Pal at Chesebrough 14 PO Merit Badge Counselor Training 22 Cub Scout Leader Training 16 Pi Recogniton Banquet 22 Boy Scout Leader Training 17 Big 4 28-30 Mountain Man Rendezvous 17 OA Lodge Leadership Development 28-30 OA Fall Ordeal at Chesebrough 20 Outdoor Leader Skills Indoor- south 29 Boy Scout Leader Training 30- Popcorn- Payment Due 29 Commissioner Conference

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December 2018 April 2019 1 Trainer’s EDGE 5-7 PO Camporee 7 Recharters Due 12-14 CC Camporee 13 LP Recognition Banuqet 13 Cub Scout Leader Training 14 PI Annual Business Meeting 13 LP Pinewood Derby 16 OA Lodge Holiday Social 22 Boy Scout Troop Committee Training 19 CC Annual Business Meeting 26-28 PI Camporee

January 2019 26-28 LP Camporee 10 Merit Badge Counselor Training 26-28 Outdoor Leader Skills Vietnamese 24 SB Recognition Banquet 26-28 OA Section Conclave 26 District Leadership Training Conference 27 SB Spring Into Scouting 26 Cub Scout Leader Training 28 Boy Scout Leader Training 29 Cub Scout Leader Training

February 2019 May 2019 2 PO Webelos Day 3-5 QS Camporee 4 Boy Scout Leader Training 4 Boy Scout Leader Training 7 PI Pinewood Derby Weigh-In 9 Merit Badge Counselor Training 9 PI Pinewood Derby 10 OA Lodge Banquet 9 Cub Scout Leader Training 11 Scout O Rama 9 PO Pinewood Derby 17-19 Mom & Me at Chesebrough 11 Cub Scout Leader Training 24-26 Memorial Day Family Camp 16 SL Pinewood Derby 31-02 Outdoor Leader Skills 22-24 Bear Paw- Winter Campout 31-02 OA Spring Ordeal at Camp Hi-Sierra 23 QS Pinewood Derby

March 2019 June 2019 2 University of Scouting 13-16 Webelos Resident Camp #1 2 Scout O Rama Card Kickoff 15 Cub Scout Leader Training 2-3 Leave No Trace Training 20-23 Webelos Resident Camp #2 7 Den Chief Training 23-29 NYLT at Chesebrough 9 Cub Scout Leader Training 23-29 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 1 9 Boy Scout Leader Training 23-30 NYLT at Chesebrough 9 Den Chief Training 30-06 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 2 11 Cub Scout Leader Training 14 Merit Badge Counselor Training 15-17 SL Camporee July 2019 15-17 Outdoor Leader Skills 7-13 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 3 16 CC Pinewood Derby 14-20 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 4 16 Boy Scout Leader Training 21-27 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 5 16-17 BALOO Chinese 28-03 Camp Hi-Sierra Week 6 22-24 (OA) Indian Lore Merit Badge 28-04 NYLT at Chesebrough 23 Cub Scout Leader Training Chinese 23-24 BALOO 29-30 Outdoor Leader Skills 30 Boy Scout Leader Training Chinese

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August 2019 November 2019

8 MB Counselor Training 2-3 BALOO – Chinese 16-17 OA Vigil Ceremony 2 Area 3 Training Conference 17 Cub Scout Shootout #2 9 Bear Paw Training (Indoor) 24 OA Slugfest 13 PO MB Counselor Training 30-01 Family Camp 13 PI WeST Fair

14 LP MB Counselor Training September 2019 16 BIG 5

5 Den Chief Training 16 Cub Scout Leader Training 6-7 OA Fall Ordeal 16 Scouts BSA Leader Training 6-8 Outdoor Leader Skills 17 Venture Leader Training 7 Cub Scout Leader Training 16-17 BALOO 7 Scouts BSA Leader Training 30 Trainers EDGE 8 Scouts BSA Leader Training- Vietnamese 13-15 Outdoor Leader Skills December 2019 14 Cub Scout Shoot Out #3 15 OA Lodge Holiday Social 20-22 Pop & Pal at Chesebrough 20-22 Wood Badge 21 Coastal Cleanup 21 Scouts BSA Leader Training 26 MB Counselor Training 27-29 Mountain Man Rendezvous 28 Scouts BSA Leader Training

October 2019

5 Cub O Ree #1 5 Scouts BSA Leader Training 6 Cub O Ree #2 8 QS MB Counselor Training 9 PI MB Counselor Training 10 CC MB Counselor Training 11-13 Wood Badge 12 Coyote Creek Cycling Classic 18 OA Fall Fellowship 19 Cub Scout Shoot Out #4

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NAME OR PHRASE DEFINITION WHO ATTENDS Advancement Promotion in rank Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturers Bear Paw Winter and cold weather camping training Scout Leaders and Venture Leaders Board of Review Panel review of a Scouts BSA Scout or Adult BALOO Outdoor training for Cub Scout Leaders Cub Scout Leaders interested in outdoor

activities Big 5 A day of training for Scout Leaders Cub Scout Leaders, Scout Leaders,

Venture Leaders Boy Scout Camp Summer camp Scout Troops Boy Scouts of America The overall organization Camp Card A plastic coupon discount card that Scouts sell to earn their

way to summer camp

Camporee District led, multi-troop camp-out Scouts BSA Troops Camp High Sierra One of SVMBC’s camps. Located in the Sierra Nevada

Mountains, a short distance off Highway 108 near the town of Long Barn, California.

Troops, and Crews

Chesebrough One of SVMBC’s camps. Located off Hwy 9 south of Saratoga

All Scout units and adults.

Coastal Cleanup A major service project of the council’s Scouts to clean up our beaches in cooperation with the state-wide effort

Commissioner Guardian angel to a unit/ mentor Commissioner Conference A commissioner training All commissioners Council The Local Scout Office “franchise” Led by top community leaders Council Recognition Banquet Annual volunteer appreciation event All volunteers are invited Council Service Center Local Scout Office. We have two: San Jose and Salinas Coyote Creek One of SVMBC’s Districts. East San Jose See p.21 Coyote Creek Cycling Classic A fall bicycle ride event for all ages, youth and adult Cracker Barrel A social gathering at a Scout event where a snack is served. Cub Scout Resident Camp Council-sponsored parent-scout campout at Camp

Chesebrough 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade Cub Scouts

Cub Scout Day Camp Multi-day activity for Cub Scouts All Cub Scouts Cub Scout Leaders’ Pow Wow Multi-disciplinary training for Cub Scout Leaders All Cub Scout Leaders and Parents Cub Scout Leader Training Basic level training to teach how Cub Scouting works and

how to function successfully in your Cub Scout position New Tiger Leaders, Den Leaders, Webelos Leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack Committee Members

District Geographical piece of a council District Committee Meeting Operating committee of a district District Committee Members District Pinewood Derby Race of wooden cars made by Cub Scouts and Parents Cub Scouts District Recognition Banquet Annual appreciation event All volunteers are invited Eagle Scout Board of Review Process by which a Life Scout is reviewed prior to earning

Eagle rank Life Scout

Exploring Program for Boys and Girls 14-20 based on occupational interests

See p.25

Friends of Scouting Annual Fund-raising campaign at the council-level Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

Camping, hiking, woods tools training for novices Webelos ,Troop, and Crew Leaders

Journey to Excellence The BSA’s performance recognition program designed to measure the performance of our units, districts, and councils.

Lab Generic term for a unit in STEM Scouts Leader Specific Training Training for Cub Scout Leaders

Scoutmasters and Asst Scoutmaster Training for Troop Committee Training for Crew Leaders

Life to Eagle Seminar Orientation for scouts and parents before Eagle rank Life Scouts and parents Lion Youngest program level in Cub Scouting. For youth in

Kindergarten

Loma Prieta The SVMBC district in Santa Cruz County See p.22 Mountain Man Rendezvous Mountain-man style camporee Troops, and Crews

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National Scout Jamboree Every four years, next 2019. Held in West Virginia Scouts Northern Tier National High Adventure Base,

Ely, Minnesota Troops, and Crews

NYLT National Youth Leader Training. NYLT is a week-long, intensive and interactive experience in outdoor living and leadership skills development. Youth wishing to attend must be at least 13 and first-class rank

Order of the Arrow Honor camping society and service group. Comprised of Scouts and Adults who best exemplify the Oath and Law.

Elected by peers in Scout Troops, Crews and Ships

Order of the Arrow Chapter Meeting

OA members by District

Order of the Arrow Fall Conclave

Meeting of all OA Members

Order of the Arrow Conclave Meeting of all OA members OA members Outdoor Leader Skills Camping, hiking, outdoor skills instruction for leaders Webelos ,Troop,and Crew Leaders Philmont National High Adventure Base,

Cimarron, New Mexico Troops, and Crews

Pico Blanco One of SVMBC’s camps in the highlands of Big Sur. Presently closed due to road conditions

Pinewood Derby One of Cub Scouting’s oldest traditions. Cub Scout and parents make a car out of a block of wood and race it. Normally held January- March

Pioneer The SVMBC district that serves Santa Clara, Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Redwood Estates, and Cambrian Park

See p. 22

Popcorn Sale Annual council-coordinated fundraiser, in the Fall All units Polaris The SVMBC district that serves the communities of Saratoga,

Cupertino and Sunnyvale See p. 23

Program Coordination Mtg Meeting of all districts’ program volunteers Quicksilver One of SVMBC’s districts. It serves the communities of

Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Willow Glen, Blossom Valley, Almaden Valley, and South San Jose

See p. 23

Recharter “Re-registering” your unit and Scouts for another year San Benito The SVMBC district that is also San Benito County See p.24 Santa Lucia The SVMBC district that is also Monterey County See p. 24 Scoutmaster Leader Training Basic level training for leaders of Scout Troops Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters,

and interested parents. Scout O Rama Public visibility event Scout Shop Store selling “scout stuff” Scouting for Food Annual BSA food drive All Scouts and Units Service Center A.k.a.- council office STEM Science Technology Engineering and Math Summer Camp A week spent in the great outdoors, Troops SVMBC Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council Unit Generic term referring to a Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, Post. University of Scouting A coordinated day of Training. Many courses on same day

at one place. All program levels.

Venturing An inclusive program through the Boy Scouts of America for males and females aged 14-21

Webelos Weekend Webelos camping with parent at Chesebrough 4th and 5th grade boys and parent. Wood Badge Highest Level of BSA Training Open for all adult volunteers Youth Protection Training Child Abuse Prevention Training You!