sq spring 2018...scouting quarterly - spring 2018 page 2 calendar of events stay connected with us...

NON PROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGE

P A I DPERMIT 977

Rochester, NY

Seneca Waterways Council Newsletter │Spring 2018QQuarterluarterlyy

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/SenecaWaterwaysCouncilBSACAMP CARDS LEAD TO

SAVINGS & ADVENTURE!

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 June1st to close out their accounts.

A Scout is Thrifty. The card’s value is in helping Scouts earn their way. Remember, it is not about selling a discount deals card, it is about selling camp. Customers want

to support your scout and all the exciting opportunities that a week of camp can provide. By purchasing a Camp Card, they will benefit from all the redemption opportunities and feel good knowing they helped. There is a 40% commission rate ($2.00), where units will be able to pick up the camp cards at the beginning of the sale and return any unsold cards (in re-sellable condition). The 50% commission rate ($2.50), will allow units to pick up camp cards at the beginning of the sale. However, they will not be able to return any unsold cards and will be expected to pay for all cards by June 1st. Plus, the unit may continue to sell any remaining cards until the first expiration date on the card. Finally, there is the 55% commission (continued on page 12)

COUNCIL PINEWOOD DERBY CHAMPIONSHIP

Saturday, May 19, 2018

The SWC Pinewood Derby will be held May 19th at Garber Honda (3925 West Henrietta Road). 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 seven cars for each racing class. Scouts will race against only cars in their own class: Arrow of Light, Webelos, Bears, Wolves, Tigers, and Lions! For the first time, Lions Scouts will be allowed to race. 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 7, not be able to attend, an invitation will be extended to other in order of place. Registration forms and fees for the council race will be collected at the District race as well. All registrations must be at the Scout Service Center by May 14, 2018. 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 is a fundraiser that supports Scouting activities in the Seneca Waterways Council. The preregistration Adult fee is $20.00, and day of race walk-in fee is $25.00.

YOUTH PROTECTION IS OUR FIRST PRIORITY

All of us have many things we love about Scouting. For some, it’s sitting around a campfire on a Satur-day sharing stories and eating a delicious field-cooked meal. For others, it’s watching a child develop character over time. Others still might enjoy that Scouting provides a place for kids to be kids and to learn independence and interdependence. Scouting can mean a lot of different things to different people. Regardless of what keeps us engaged in this great program, one thing we all share as a top priority is the protection of the youth we are here to serve.

You may have heard that after several years, the Boy Scouts of America is making updates to our Youth Protection Training to make it more up to date and relevant. The wait is over. The new Youth Protection Course is now available on My.Scouting.org and immediately replaces the 3 program specif-ic trainings we have offered until now.

Previously, if you were a leader in a Boy Scout Troop and a Venturing Crew, you would have to keep 2 different trainings up to date (Y01 and Y02) For those involved (continued on page 3)

Do A Good Turn this March 17th & 24th!Participate in the Scouting for Food drive to help thousands of

individuals - families with young children - put food on the table.

Scouting Quarterly - Spring 2018 www.senecawaterways.org

Calendar of Events

Stay connected with us on Social Media.

STRONG SCOUT SHOPThe Strong Scout shop is now a National Scout Shop and offers 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

[email protected]

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

www.senecawaterways.org (585) 244-4210

Scout Executive - Stephen Hoitt Council President - Lew Heisman Council Commissioner - Val Kalwas

Director of Field Service - Marcus RaglandDirector of Support Services - Chris GuarniereProgram Director - Matt GhirardaCamp Operations Director - Don DeClerckSenior Field Director - Frank CapozziField Director - Stuart SchnettlerDirector of Development - Anthony VoglDevelopment Director - Laurie BauerDevelopment Director - Michael CatalanoEditor and Marketing Communications Manager - Mary Ellen Smith

District Executives Bay Waters - Nicholas Newsom, Sr. DEBlack Creek - Gary Bogner, Sr. DEGenesee Crossroads - Felix OrtizLighthouse - David CherryMohawk - Ben Burke, Sr. DESeneca - David Cheney, Sr. DETowpath - Ed FowlerTurning Point - Alex Mastromarchi

Exploring Executives East - Stuart Schnettler, Acting Executive West - John Sheible

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) District Commissioner, (3) District Committee Member, or (4) District Executive.

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

In this issue... Page

Camp Cards CoverCouncil Pinewood Derby Championship CoverYouth Protection CoverMemorials & Tributes 2Spring Recruitment 3Louis & Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship 3Notice of Annual Meeting 3Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner 3Friends of Scouting Appeal 4Matching Gifts 4Volunteer to Help Fund a Scout's Adventure 4Popcorn 421 Stories for Scouts 4Grant Support 4Eagle Scout Class of 2017 52017 Eagle Scout Projects of the Month 52017 Eagle Scout Project of the Year 5Scouting Success 2017 6JTE Unit Awards 6New Units 6Baloo 7Wilderness 1st Aid 7Council Fishing Derby 7Cub Scout Covered Wagon Derby 7Me & My Shadow 7Girls Adventure Camp 7Cub Scout Elective Days 7Energy & Nuclear Science Merit Badges 7Venturing Offi cers Association 7World Scout Jamboree 7Leave Your Legacy 8Youth Power Dinner 8Eagle Alumni Networking 8Technology & Careers 8District News

Bay Waters 9 Black Creek 9 Genesee Crossroads 9

Lighthouse 10 Mohawk 10 Seneca 10 Towpath 11 Turning Point 11Exploring 11Hoselton Sporting Clays 12Casting for Character Fishing Tournament 12Scout Days/Discounts

Red Wings Scout Night 12Amerks Scout Night 12Great Escape Theme Park Scout Days 12Save the Dates: Darien Lake & Seabreeze Scout Days 12

March 20181 Campership Applications Due3 Scouting University9 Amerks Scout Night17 Scouting for Food Bag Drop24 Scouting for Food Collection Day

April 20187 Baloo14-15 Spring Engineers Weekend at Cutler14 Top Shot Challenge @ Babcock-Hovey20-22 NYLT Staff All Course21 Spring Raccoon Day @ Babcock-Hovey26 Youth Power Dinner28 Council Fishing Derby @ Cutler

May 20181 Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner & Annual Meeting5-6 Red Deer Day @ Cutler6 Red Deer Family Day @ Cutler7 Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner12 Cub Scout Covered Wagon Derby18 21 Stories For Scouts Rappelling Event18-20 Massawepie Skills Weekend18-20 Wilderness First Aid18-20 OA Spring Fellowship & Induction Weekend19 Council Pinewood Derby Championship31 Camp Card Sale Ends

June 20181-3 Beaver Weekend @ Massawepie1-3 Order of the Arrow Conclave8-10 Order of the Arrow Induction Weekend15-18 Raccoon Weekend @ Babcock-Hovey23 Red Wings Scout Night21-7/1 Seabreeze Scout Days begin24-29 City Summer Day Camp29-7/1 Order of the Arrow Vigil Weekend30-7/2 Darien Lake Scout Days

July 20189-13 STEAM Camp (FLCC - Victor)10 Hoselton Sporting Clays16-20 STEAM Camp (FLCC - Newark)23-27 STEAM Camp (FLCC - Geneva)29-8/3 First Responder Camp29-8/5 Eagle Flight29-8/5 Cross Country Camp

August 20182-4 Girl's Adventure Camp12 Popcorn Sale starts20 Casting For Character24 Popcorn Show 'n' Sell orders due

September 20183 Labor Day (Council Service Center Closed)8 Popcorn Show 'n' Sell distribution22 Orienteering Challenge

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

TOM HOPE IIIJohn Butrill Elaine FahseltM Lois GauschLaurie PalmerJoseph PruszynskiDaniel Reardon Judy & Larry Schulman

LIAM MCNAMARAJames Elam

DANIEL RICHARDSONJohn AgostinelliLido AnnucciRoger Boily

Lawrence CoonGA CooperVirginia DeLaneyMark DieterRebecca DinardoRobert GoldsteinHarter Secrest & Emery LLPHilton Parma Chamber of CommerceShirley HomseyJoseph M. HoodLouis J. KohnenRobert M. KostinEdgar LibermanHoward MagnumSteven E. Mizma

Margaret NolanGerald PetersPineview Community ChurchAmalia PlantonePaul G. ReiterSusan RichardsonRohm Services CorpRohrbach Brewing Company Inc.Lee SchillingSantina SheaCarol W. Zavada

FRANK STRONGDavid Mitchell

JEROME WOLFFEllen Hughes

www.senecawaterways.org Scouting Quarterly - Spring 2018

COUNCIL ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION DINNER

— COUNCIL NEWS —

LOUIS AND SALLY LANGIE EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP

The Louis and Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship is awarded at the Council level to an Eagle Scout planing to attend a four-year college.

This annual award of $14,000.00 ($3,500.00 per year) (one-time grant, nonrenewable) is made available by the Louis and Sally Langie Eagle Scout Scholarship Fund.

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.

In order to qualify, you must:

1. Be currently registered with the Seneca Waterways Council, Boy Scouts of America.

2. Be a graduating high school senior and an entering college freshman in the year you are applying for the scholarship. Grants are awarded only to high school seniors graduating in the calendar year in which scholarships are presented.

3. Have an SAT score of at least 1500 (combined 3 parts) and/or ACT score of 26. Youth must take the SAT or ACT in time to submit the results with the application.

4. Have demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting and a strong participation in extracurricular activities.

5. Possess a financial need.

6. Have the endorsement of a volunteer or professional Scout leader who knows you personally.

Application forms are available online in the Forms Area of the Council’s website at www.senecawaterways.org. Applications must be submitted by the May 1, 2018.

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.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETINGThe Annual Meeting of the Seneca Waterways Council will be onMonday, May 7, 2018 at 6:00 pm at the Burgundy Basin, to be held in conjunction with our annual awards dinner.

The purpose of the annual meeting will be the election of key leadership positions within the Seneca Waterways Council. This shall include Board Members, Members at Large, Delegates to our National Meeting, District Chairmen, Advisory Board and other key positions.

Nominations for individuals who should be considered for election should be done in writing and sent by April 2, 2018 to Kevin Flynn, Council Nominating Committee Chair, Seneca Waterways Council, 2320 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Road, Rochester, NY 14623.

Charter Representatives of each unit are the voting delegates of the Council along with previous elected Members at Large.

Youth Protection (from front page)

in Exploring there was yet another training they would have to keep current (YO3.) The new YPT2 training replaces all of them in one course for all programs. The old courses are no longer available.

Unfortunately, the world is not as safe a place as we would all like to believe. Statistically, 1 in 4 girls report that they have experienced some type of abuse by the time they are 18. For boys, that num-ber is 1 in 6. YPT2 covers issues facing youth today like sexual and verbal abuse, hazing, bullying, and cyber abuses and how to recognize each and deal with them in the appropriate way.

All newly registered leaders will take the new course before being registered just like under the old training regimen. What’s new is that the National Council of the BSA is asking all leaders to take the new training no later than October 1, 2018 regardless of their current Youth Protection Training status. We realize that for those who have just recently taken the old training, this creates a

redundancy and apologize for the inconvenience. This decision was made with the universal protection of our youth in mind.

Another way we keep youth safe is by providing resources for parents and leaders to get guidance and to report anything that they feel is inappropriate. The Scouts-First helpline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The number is (1-844-SCOUTS1 or 1-844-726-8871) and email contact address ([email protected]) for these sensitive matters.

Please log into my.scouting to experience this dynamic presentation from leading experts in the field of Youth Protection Safety. Youth Protection is BSA's #1 priority.

On Monday, May 7th, the Council will hold its volunteer recognition dinner and annual meeting at Burgundy Basin. Registration and fellowship from 5:00-6:00pm followed by the formal dinner program which will run from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

You are invited to join the officers and Executive Board of Seneca Waterways Council for this celebration in which we recognize individuals for their outstanding achievements and commitment to Scouting.

At the recognition dinner we will recognize the 2018 Silver Beaver Honorees as well as Veteran Scouters, and present unit

service awards, the Cannon Award, and the Venturing Leadership Award. At the annual meeting, we will elect the officers of the board.

Early Bird Registration accepted until April 14, 2018. Tickets are $40 before April 14th, after that date, the price increases to $50 and will be $60 at the door. To join us in paying tribute to our honorees, please submit the reservation form on this page or contact Chris Crittenden at 585-241-8580 or email [email protected] Watch for details on the council website and in the weekly e-newsletter, "Currents."

SPRING RECRUITMENT PASSPORT FOR ADVENTURE!

What is Spring Recruitment? Spring Recruitment is the period of the recruiting year that takes place from March 1st to June 30th. During Spring Recruitment, packs across Seneca Waterways Council will hold recruiting events in hopes of establishing a foundation to support that pack through the Spring and Summer seasons. This foundation often comes in the form of both new youth and new leadership. Recruiting den leaders during the Spring Recruitment season will allow packs to have its leadership structure in place and trained prior to the Pack’s Summer schedule.

When is Spring Recruitment? The Spring Recruitment campaign starts in February with the distribution of commitment forms and ends on June 16th when new youth and adults are registered in Scouting.

Timeline of the Season: March: Unit Leaders and District Membership Coordinators meet to develop Spring Recruitment Plans using the Membership Recruitment Menu. Unit and District volunteers are to begin posting and publicizing joining events that will take place in their area. Support Materials for Spring Joining Events are distributed to units.

April: Units will begin holding their first chance events. From these events, units can establish new den leaders for necessary ranks. Applications from youth and adults are to be turned in within 48 hours of a joining event. This allows events that are held on Saturday to make it to the council service center. Please encourage your leadership to follow up and collect the applications and money in a timely manner.

May: Units will hold second and third chance joining events. All new youth are invited to attend a free day at Camp Cutler (with a paid adult accompanying them). Unit receive a voucher when the application and money are submitted to the council office. The voucher will give them directions on how to go to senecawaterways.org and sign up for the Spring Cubs in Camp session. They MUST preregister online to ensure their slot.

June: All applications for youth must be turned in by June 16th in order for them to be eligible for the Spring Recruiting incentives. There will be no exceptions.

How much does it cost to register a youth during the Spring Recruitment Campaign? The cost to register a youth during the Spring Recruitment Campaign is only $40. The $40 fee includes the registration and insurance fee, the handbook for the youth’s program area, a $20 Twilight Camp Voucher, a ticket to attend Cubs in Camp, and endless fun and memories.

How does my unit sign-up for Spring Recruitment?For your unit to take part in the Spring Recruitment a unit leader must fill out a commitment form and return it to Seneca Waterways Council: 2320 Brighton Henrietta TL Road, Rochester, NY 14623.

Unit Incentives for Spring Recruitment:Recruit 5 youth members in any den – Free Den Leaders Guide

For more details on Spring Recruitment, contact Frank Capozzi at [email protected].

Special Spring Package (before June 16th)

For $40, new families will receive

1. Cub Scout membership for 2017 ($28 value)

2. Scout handbook for your Scout ($13 value)

3. Ticket to Cubs-in-Camp (May) ($20 value)

4. $20 off Voucher for Twilight Camp (June) ($20 value)

5. Early Bird pricing to Cub Adventure Camp or Cub Resident Camp ($20 value)


— FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT —

FRIENDS OF SCOUTING APPEALSupport Scouting through the FOS CampaignThe Seneca Waterways Council invests $192 per Scout in programs and services each year, all focused on our mission of expanding high-quality Scouting programs to young people in our communities. Support one Scout or more by signing up for monthly recurring giving and receive a commemorative Summit Circle pocket patch in addition to your Friends of Scouting shoulder patch. Recurring giving is convenient and provides a steady stream of support that leads to better budgeting and stronger Scouting programs.

You can give at your unit’s FOS presentation, by calling 585-241-8527, or submitting online at https://www.senecawaterways.org/supportscouting.

Summit Circle“Give a little each month to make a big difference.”

The Seneca Waterways Council is pleased to offer the “Summit Circle” as a means of allowing our supporters to make a big difference with minimal impact on your wallet. Summit Circle offers you the opportunity to make a small monthly pledge, charged to your credit card, which will make a tremendous difference in the life of a young person.

What is “Summit Circle” Recurring Giving?• It’s monthly giving

through a credit or debit card with no set end date.

• It’s an easy entry point for donors ($16/month vs. asking for $192/year).

• Donors can cancel, change or upgrade at any time.

• Reliable budgeting and steady stream of support for the Council.

• Pledges are entered monthly and billing is done automatically.

Contact the Seneca Waterways Council Finance Department at 585-241-8527 to join other families in the Summit Circle today!

Platinum UnitsThank you for making Friends of Scouting a priority in your unit. We are pleased to continue our unit-level incentive program for the 2018 Friends of Scouting campaign. The program is designed to recognize and thank units who contribute significantly to Scouting operations through their Family Friends of Scouting Campaign.

To become a Platinum Unit, your units must secure a number of pledges at least equal to 50 percent of registered Scout families and an average gift of $96 for the minimum threshold of donors on or before May 31, 2018. Platinum Units earn free cloth rank advancement and free tent camping at any Council property through one calendar year after the date earned. Unit membership is based on June 30, 2017 report.

The advancement incentive can be redeemed at the Scout Shop when submitted on a completed internet advancement report. They will verify your unit’s eligibility, and process it as a separate transaction. Tent camping reservations must be made for dates between September and June. You can reservations by contacting the Program Department at the Seneca Waterways Council.

Contact your Unit Friends of Scouting Coordinator, District Friends of Scouting Chair, or District Executive for your Platinum Unit levels and other information.

History of the 2018 FOS Council Shoulder Patch

The 2018 Friends of Scouting Council Shoulder Patch features an iconic etching from Yolanda Schofield titled The Dining Hall at Camp Babcock-Hovey, yesterday’s Memory-Tomorrow’s tradition. From 1976 until 2008, Yolanda commissioned a series of 12 pen and ink drawings of Camp Babcock-Hovey, plus a rendering of the “New” Scout Office in Geneva when it opened in 1987. Yolanda had a unique connection to Scouting – her husband Arnold served as the Scout Executive of Finger Lakes Council from 1973-1981. The image represents a piece of Seneca Waterways Council’s rich past.

MATCHING GIFTS Your Employer May Increase Your Support of ScoutingMany employers will match an employee’s charitable donation to a qualified not-for-profit organization. To find out if your employer has a matching gift program, please talk to your Human Resources Department. If the answer is yes, request a matching gift form, complete the form, sign it, and return the form with your payment. Seneca Waterways Council will then process the matching gift for you. Please note that some companies also match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses. A partial listing of companies that do make matching gifts to qualified not-for-profits can be found online at https://www.senecawaterways.org/friends_of_scouting.

VOLUNTEER TO HELP FUND OUR SCOUTS’ ADVENTURES

The greatest resource we possess at Seneca Waterways council for the benefit of our Scouts is not our money – it is you! Our volunteers and families offer talents and knowledge to our Scouts every week during den meetings, troops meetings, Exploring activities, Crew events, Roundtable, and in District functions. One of the most meaningful ways in which you can give back to Scouts is by volunteering to help in our fundraising efforts – especially through Friends of Scouting.

There are a wide-variety of roles to serve in during our Friends of Scouting campaign. If you are in a unit, well organized, and personable – you can serve as your unit’s Friends of Scouting Coordinator. If you would like to share your Scouting story and the support Seneca Waterways Council gives to units in your area – you can become a Friends of Scouting presenter. If you have a few friends or businesses you think may support Scouting – you can work on the Community Friends of Scouting campaign. If you enjoy hearing other families’ Scouting memories as you chat on the phone – make calls during our monthly Friends of Scouting phone-a-thons. Not keen on asking for monetary gifts? Join us during the phone-a-thons and call to say thank you to those who have already given. There is a place for all in Friends of Scouting!

POPCORN

GRANT SUPPORTIn 2017, Seneca Waterways Council grew our grants and foundation support to over $88,000, deepening our community partnerships while increasing our capability to provide high quality programs for our youth. Here is the list of those who supported the youth of Seneca Waterways

Council in 2017:Allergy Advocacy AssociationChamberlain Family FoundationDaisy Marquis Jones FoundationDean Zutes Charitable TrustDorothy M Young TrustM&T Charitable FoundationNortheast Region Trust FundSumner Doan Fay FundTrafton M. and Maude W. Crandall FoundationGreater Rochester Health FoundationJohn F. Wegman FundWalmart Community Grant #1731

Walmart Community Grant #8179LGBT Giving CircleGeorge and Elizabeth C. Todd Permanent TrustUSDA Conservation GrantHonda FoundationSumner Doan Fay FundDean Zutes Charitable TrustAmes Amzalak TrustGeorge & Elizabeth C. Todd Permanent TrustWerner SpitzDavenport Hatch Foundation

Send Grant Opportunities to Michael CatalanoIf you know of grant opportunities that will help fund our Scouts’ adventures and expand our mission, please share with Michael Catalano, Development Director, at 585-241-8527 or [email protected]. Expertise in grants and grant-writing is also appreciated!

Be a part of something truly awesome this spring. On Friday, May 18, over 100 brave individuals will harness in and rappel down the side of the historic and iconic Kodak tower in downtown Rochester, all to benefit our urban outreach programs for underprivileged young people.

Over the past eight years, more than 460 brave individuals have harnessed up and rappelled down 19 floors in downtown Rochester as part of our annual 21 Stories for Scouts event. It’s been a signature event of the Council and one of the most recognizable and thrilling events in all of Rochester. But after seven years, it was time to offer a new thrill and who better to partner with than Kodak, a Rochester icon.

The event is easy to participate in and no prior climbing or rappelling experience is required. We partner with a company called Over the Edge who orchestrates this program all over the country and provides a trained team and equipment to make it a fun, safe and thrilling experience.

2018 is going to be an exciting year for 21 Stories. We have a new building, a strong committee, a goal of having more rappellers than ever before, and we have the return of “Little Joe” Aiello, now a 91-year-old bartender from Country Club of Rochester who in his inaugural rappel in 2016 raised over $41,000 for this event.

Take the “Little Joe Challenge.” If Little Joe can do it, you can too. All you need to do is make a contribution of, or raise $1,000 or more. (Wait -- It’s easier than you think!) (continued on page 12)

Final ResultsCongratulations to all of our popcorn-selling Scouts as they earned nearly $400,000 to help fund their Scouting adventures! An additional $400,000 was raised for Seneca Waterways Council to fund support for units in camping, training, technology, recruitment supplies, and administrative personnel. Thank you to all of the families and volunteers who made the 2017 Popcorn Sale the premier fundraising opportunity for our Scouts.

Popcorn Blast Off Day – April 28, 2018BLAST OFF! All of our top popcorn sellers are invited to the Wellington Space Center at J. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation (Camp Cutler) on April 28, 2018 for the Popcorn Blast Off Day. All popcorn sellers who submitted completely filled popcorn order forms during the popcorn sale (prior to the deadline) will be issued their rockets by their units starting in February. Please make sure to assemble the rockets at least a week prior to the Popcorn Blast Off Day. Launch times will be sent ahead of time and launch credential will be provided at registration. See you there space cadet!

Remaining ProductsSeneca Waterways Council has a limited supply of popcorn available for sale at our Council Service Center (2320 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road). Popcorn is a tasty treat regardless of season so stock up today because once the popcorn is gone, it is gone!

Thank you to Corporate Supporters – Gallina, Pike Co., and Wright BevEvery Fall, the Seneca Waterways Council popcorn sale reveals the generosity and support our communities give to Scouting. We see this not only in the thousands of customers who purchase popcorn but in the businesses who help with logistics of distribution.

We would like to share our deepest gratitude to Gallina Development, The Pike Company, and Wright Beverage Distributing for donating space, time, supplies, and services without which we could not have had a successful popcorn sale. Thank you!


2017 PROJECT OF THE YEAR!

EAGLE SCOUT CLASS OF 2017Congratulations to the 261 young men in the Eagle Scout Class of 2017 on achieving Scouting’s highest honor and exemplifying

the spirit of Scouting by living the Scout Oath and Law. The path to Eagle Scout, the highest rank a Scout can achieve, is challenging and empowering as each young man accomplishes his goals and reaching his full potential.

Derek Adriaansen 125Evan Alaimo 208Dustin Albrecht 53Jonah Alexander 5Michael Alexander 113Paul Ambrose 336Michael Anderson 171Andres Arce 750Jackson Baron 37Zachary Barrow 4Jack Bebout 195Ashish Behal 332Donovan Berbeneciuc 4Neel Bhagwat 152Tyler Blair 30Nicholas Bober 363Charles Bowe 50John Bowen 262Austin Brant 195Michael Braun 197Conrad Bremer 50David Brown 312Jason Brown 110Peter Burke 195Westley Burlee 125Robert Burns 111Carson Butcher 197Joseph Cali 350Troy Callens 356James Camblin 207Anthony Camiolo 18Jared Campbell 167Ian Campo 750Kevin Carfl ey 197Robert Cavallaro 122Christopher Caveny 312Johnathen Clancey 25Orion Clark 125Garrit Coddington 105MIchael Collins 163Brandon Connor 163Kevin Conrow 183Dylan Contestabile 195Christopher Coriddi 58Ryan Coughlin 48Justin Cremaldi 111John Crittenden 262Hunter Crofts 267Nathan Crofts 267Andrew Crysel 240Morgan Cunningham 240Nathan Czapranski 140Nicholas D'Angelo 325Ryan Daniels 32Cameron Davis 243Joseph Davis 138Benjamin Deacon 138Michael Dedee 260John DeFord 31Paul Dellinger 19Thomas Dellinger 19Thomas DeMarsico 133Benedict DeMoras 44Johnathan DeRue 240Eshaan Deshmukh 171Matthew DeCiaccio 178Hunter Doerr 178John Dowdell 111Sean Drum 262Morgan Eddinger 96Christopher Egburtson 43Nicholas Egburtson 43Ryan Elia 129Patrick Etter 178Liam Ewell 92Quinn Ewell 92Colin Farrington 334Stephen Fazio 4Jose Fernandez 152Zackary Ferris 48Jacob Fess 209Chase Festa 195Zachary Fien 68Tristan Folk 74Bryan Foote 55Aaron Freedman 154Alexander Fullmer 55

Alexander Gartland 233Andrew Gaylord 227Kevin General 130Matthew Giacovelli 130Jason Good 167Kristian Graham 293Jacob Granger 78Matthew Green 92Benjamin Grimaudo 122Jaimison Grimes 92Parker Grobe 127Ian Hanley 165Connor Hannig 97Deone Harrison 94Nicholas Hartwell 88Christopher Healy 356Trevor Healy 56Joseph Henry 207Joshua Herrmann 96Sean Hesler 4Eric Hettel 312Kevin Hill 122Sean Hitchings 178Nathaniel Hodge 61John Holtz 40Jerald Hoppa 336Michael Hossenlopp 94Austin Howard 32Connor Ingham 243Harrison James 105Thomas James 10Morgan Jansson 267Andrew Jensen 483Spencer Johnson 267Jared Jorolemon 29Jagger Kachmaryk 111Joseph Kapfer 167Justin Keller 240Grant Kelly 130Andrew Kennedy 110Christopher Kenney 332Oliver Knauf 37Collin Krueger 209Ian Kuebler 110Jared LaMarche 167Zackery Lawrence 39Matthew Levengood 171Scott Lippa Jr 341John Little 5Jacob Lynch 110Shane Lyons 133Samuel Maloney 195Cyone Marble 195Austin Marga 111Jonathan Maxwell 469Erich Mayer 94Asa McKaig 206Colin McKechney 273Dylan McNamara 167Jordan McNaughton 363Mitchell McNiffe 341Adam Mercado 197Nathan Miller 167Ian Mitchell 56Ethan Mitchell 37Michael Miyazato 40David Mohr 130Kevin Mooney 206Phillip Mruzek 260Justin Murante 260Syed Mustafa 163David Neri 171Tyler Nersinger 197Nathanael Niles 125Garrett Nolte 9Alec Nugent 262John Olmstead 4Richard Olp 3Ethan Ott 122Joseph Paris 402Christian Patterson 195Adam Pedersen 273Stephen Polachak 334Jack Reber 312Eli Redman 122Connor Rehkopf 341Hugh Richeson 152

Daniel Richardson 125Nicholas Rivers 275Matthew Roelands 122Jeffrey Russell 125Ryan Russell 18David Sacco 167Caleb Sandburg 50Nicholas Sander 92William Santos 332John Santowski 167Eric Schertler 402William Scheuerman 167Aaryn Schmitt 111Dylan Schmitt 48Kyle Schreiner 207Douglas Schwind 208Kameron Scottow 165Daniel Seman 240Cameron Sen 50Zachary Sequeira 10Kenneth Shultes 59Christopher Skrotzki 178Connor Smith 140Oliver Smith 31Palmer Sniatecki 122Thomas Snyder 140Kenneth Sorlie 356Benjamin Spanjer 3Preston Spence 140William Sponable 90Corey Spooner 110Cameron Sprague 31Brian Standish 26Joshua Statt 133Zachary Stefanovic 4Nathan Stephenson 133Dillon Sutton 4Nicholas Sweetland 4Raymond Sykes 195Benjamin Szulgit 9Alexander Taffe 341Francis Tavino 402Andrew Thompson 163Caleb Thompson 240

David Thompson 336Kevin Thompson 363Matthew Thornton 4Matthew Tierney 4Nathaniel Topham 341Ethan Tracey 154Joshua Triou 113Cameron Tsai 113Samuel Tschiderer 195David Turrell 4Evan Uruburu 484Shawn VanGraafi eld 375Jacob Vergari 111Vincent Vetromile 240Benjamin Visca 402William Volkman-Lien 105Nicholas Wagner 4Daniel Waldman 167Nathaniel Walsh 58James Walter 129Thomas Walter 90Garrett Warren 44Joshua Wasula 165Chase Watkins 53Matthew Weber 18Shane Welch 350Tristan Wend 240Benjamin Wiant 78Seth Williams 480Zachary Williams 209Eric Williamson 105Conor Wilt 208Noah Woerner 195Casey Woodward 341Harland Wunrow 30David Wyant 278Wesley Wyatt 334Jonathan Yacono 39Stephen Yamonaco 94Matthew Yoder 127Samuel Yoder 53Nathan Zariczny 9Stephen Zicari 31

SCOUT TROOP SCOUT TROOP SCOUT TROOP SCOUT TROOP

EAGLE SCOUT PROJECTS OF THE MONTH 2017

January Andrew Kennedy Troop 110February Kevin Hill Troop 122March Daniel Waldman Troop 167April Ryan Daniels Troop 32 May Nathaniel Walsh Troop 58June Paul Ambrose Troop 336

July Cameron Spraque Troop 31August Nicholas Bober Troop 363September Brandon Connor Troop 163October John Santowski Troop 167November Corey Spooner Troop 110December Peter Burke Troop 195

EAGLE BOARD OF REVIEW PROCESSPart of the Seneca Waterways Eagle Board of Review process is to follow the National BSA standards in requiring reference letters. These letters should be sent to the references listed under requirement #2 of the Eagle Scout Rank Application. For more details see the Eagle Scout Reference Check Procedures as listed under Advancement, then under Eagle on the forms section of the Seneca Waterways Council website or check with you district advancement chairperson.

He designed and fabricated a movable chicken coop for the Homesteads for Hope Community Farm in Rochester (a sustainable community farm for adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities). The project was a chicken coop mounted on wheels to facilitate the relocation and protection of 24 chickens. 50 volunteers & 1,050 hours.

Peter BurkeTroop 195


— UNIT HIGHLIGHTS —

INDIVIDUAL UNIT JTE AWARDS BY DISTRICT

BAYWATERS DISTRICTPack 9Pack 62Pack 80 Pack 108Pack 163Pack 183Pack 203Pack 233Pack 250Pack 260Pack 262

Pack 363Pack 474Troop 9Troop 79Troop 108Troop 113Troop 127Troop 163Troop 183Troop 206Troop 220

Troop 230Troop 233Troop 262Troop 312Troop 356Troop 363Troop 942Crew 17Crew 247Crew 310

Organizations interested in sponsoring a Pack, Troop, Crew, or Post, contact the District Executive in your area or the Council office at 585-244-4210.

NEW UNITSWelcome to our newest units.

(November 2017 through January 2017)

MOHAWK DISTRICT

Crew 78Pack 109Pack 117Pack 138Pack 25Pack 63Pack 69Pack 74

Pack 78Pack 869Troop 111Troop 122Troop 138Troop 172Troop 25

SENECA DISTRICT

Crew 0295Crew 0313Pack 0011Pack 0029Pack 0030Pack 0040Pack 0049Pack 0050Pack 0053Pack 0054Pack 0061

Pack 0067Pack 0113Pack 0126Pack 0166Pack 521Troop 0029Troop 0030Troop 0032Troop 0037Troop 0039Troop 0040

TOWPATH DISTRICTCrew 325Crew 336Pack 10Pack 105Pack 171Pack 225Pack 273Pack 291Pack 341

Pack 65Pack 67Troop 10Troop 105Troop 129Troop 136Troop 167Troop 171

EXPLORING EAST

Post 0014Post 0113Post 0202Post 0286Post 0291Post 0357Post 0359

Post 0360Post 0479Post 0540Post 0547Post 0548Post 0576Post 0586

EXPLORING WEST

Post 0075Post 0144Post 0272Post 0400Post 0422


TURNING POINT DISTRICT

Pack 0190

BLACK CREEK DISTRICT

Crew 422Pack 275Pack 292

LIGHTHOUSE DISTRICT

Pack 0173Pack 0175

MOHAWK DISTRICT

Troop 81Crew 7280Pack 46

SENECA DISTRICT

Pack 0056Troop 0126Troop 0167

TOWPATH DISTRICT

Pack 299Pack 483Troop 480

EXPLORING EAST

Post 0608Post 0808Post 2480

EXPLORING WEST

Post 0045Post 0125Post 0604Post 0713


Pack 0015Pack 0104Pack 0150

BAYWATERS DISTRICT

Pack 96 Troop 96

MOHAWK DISTRICT

Pack 162 Troop 63

SENECA DISTRICT

Crew 0058Troop 0053Troop 0137

TOWPATH DISTRICT

Crew 207Troop 273

EXPLORING EAST

Post 0187Post 0213Post 0314Post 0315

EXPLORING WEST

Post 0538 Post 0634


Pack 0028Pack 0033Pack 0034Pack 0035Pack 0045Pack 0120

Pack 328Troop 275

GENESEE CROSSROADS DISTRICT

Pack 0293 Troop 0293

Troop 1Troop 227Troop 82

Post 4919Post 6367


Pack 0172Pack 4343Pack 829

Pack 2222

GOLD UNIT AWARDS


Pack 0143 Troop 0143


Pack 0204Pack 0213Pack 0214Pack 0239Pack 0441

JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCEUNIT AWARDS

DISTRICT GOLD SILVER BRONZEBaywaters 33 0 2Black Creek 28 5 0Lighthouse 23 3 0Mohawk 20 6 2Seneca 33 3 3

Towpath 25 3 2

Exploring East 20 5 7Exploring West 20 7 2Genesee Crossroads 6 2 2Towpath 25 3 2

Turning Point 2 6 9

COUNCIL TOTAL 210 40 29

Gold Districts

Silver District

Bronze Districts

SCOUTING SUCCESS IN 2017 FOR SENECA WATERWAYS

Troop 0195

Scouting is alive and well across the Rochester and Finger Lakes regions. For the second year in a row, we have more youth having fun and learning valuable lessons that will serve them for a lifetime in your programs. We are recruiting more youth and keeping them in the program longer. We have 3 great camps that provide world-class experiences for our Scouts and leaders for all levels of Scouting, and we continue to build strength in funding to continue our growth in the future. These results did not occur by accident. The efforts of a dedicated group of amazing volunteers at the Council, District, and Unit level are paying off in a big way, and our communities will be stronger as a result. This cannot be quantified, but one measure of your collected impact was that Seneca Waterways recognized 261

youth who earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2017. A lifetime of values for those young men and all the youth we serve is the real impact of your efforts.

All but one of the districts in the council achieved a level of distinction in our national Journey to Excellence program with 5 districts (Bay Waters, Black Creek,

Lighthouse, Mohawk, and Seneca) attaining the highest level of Gold. One of these districts will be honored with the 2nd Annual District Vision Award at the Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner on May 7th. For the 7th consecutive year (every year it has been offered), Seneca Waterways Council has earned the distinction of being a Gold Journey to Excellence Council. We are one of a shrinking group of Councils

across the United States who have received the highest recognition level every year it has been offered. Again, our success as Districts and as a Council is a direct result of the combined success in your programs. Every week, dedicated volunteers working hard to provide a great program for our youth. Know that your involvement makes a difference. Each District had many units achieving Bronze, Silver, and Gold Distinction in the Unit Journey Excellence initiative and they are recognized below. If you feel that your unit should have been recognized and they are missing on this list or if you feel an error was made, please speak with your District Executive and be sure they have received your JTE form and we will be sure to include them in the official record.


Crew 4690Pack 0019Pack 0222

BRONZE UNIT AWARDS

SILVER UNIT AWARDS

BLACK CREEK DISTRICT

Pack 128Pack 134Pack 140Pack 156Pack 122Pack 178Pack 243Pack 332Pack 342Pack 350

Pack 402Troop 122Troop 133Troop 134Troop 140Troop 178Troop 243Troop 327Troop 332Troop 350

Troop 401Troop 7Troop 750Troop 90Troop 94Crew 7 Crew 25 Crew 122

Post 0595Post 0739Post 0910Post 0911Post 1479Post 2286

LIGHTHOUSE DISTRICT

Pack 0014Pack 0086Pack 0092Pack 0125Pack 0130Pack 0139Pack 0238Pack 0278Pack 0316


Troop 0019Troop 0031Troop 0037

Pack 0330Pack 0394Troop 0005Troop 0018Troop 0022Troop 0048Troop 0092Troop 0125

Troop 0130Troop 0165Troop 0197Troop 0240Troop 0278Troop 0324Troop 0375

Troop 4Troop 43Troop 44Troop 59Troop 68Troop 74Troop 78

Troop 0050Troop 0055Troop 0058Troop 0060Troop 0090Troop 0096Troop 0113Troop 0125Troop 0127Troop 0166Troop 0521

Troop 207Troop 208Troop 209Troop 325Troop 336Troop 341Troop 483Troop 77

Club 1113 West Walworth Volunteer Fire DeptClub 1910 Mendon Fire DeptCrew 1963 Alpha Phi Omega Xi Zeta Chapter at RITPack 42 PTO at School #42Pack 157 PTO at School #57Pack 285 PTO at School #39Pack 777 Team ImpactPost 16 Integrated Chiropractic and Physical TherapyPost 539 Monro Muffler BrakePost 3300 Villa of HopeTroop 285 PTO at School #39Troop 777 Team Impact


— PROGRAMS, TRAINING & CAMP —

ENERGY & NUCLEAR SCIENCEMERIT BADGES

BALOOwww.senecawaterways.org/balooSaturday, April 7, 2018

Baloo is the Basic Adult Outdoor Leader Orientation. Cub Scout Leaders and parents, learn how to effectively prepare and run fun-filled overnight and outdoor adventures that meet Youth Protection guidelines and teach Cubs how much fun they can have in the great outdoors. Hands-on sessions include outdoor program planning, health and safety, nature hikes, camping gear basics, games and Cub Scout cooking. One BALOO trained leader is required on all Pack camping trips.

WILDERNESS FIRST AIDMay 18-20, 2018

www.senecawaterways.org/wfa

Do you camp, travel, or work in remote locations where medical care is more than an hour away? Then this Wilderness First Aid course is for you! Learn to understand and manage common medical illnesses and emergencies when more advanced care is not immediately available. The course combines presentations about common wilderness first aid situations with active skills practice. Hands-on scenarios allow participants to experience emergencies in a realistic setting, and put their knowledge and skills together in a team-based approach. CPR AED is required prior to taking this course. It’s a great course for anyone interested in becoming more prepared.

THE VENTURING OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (VOA) NEEDS YOUR

REPRESENTATION!Come to represent your Crew at the monthly meetings the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6pm at the Scout Service Center. Find out the newest information for Venturing events at the Council and Area level. Contact Nick Atkinson the VOA President at [email protected] or David Cherry the Venturing Staff advisor at [email protected].

Upcoming Events

GIRLS ADVENTURE

CAMPJ. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation will be hosting a girls only session.

From August 2 – 4, 2018 girls from ages 5 – 18 will get to experience the area’s premier Adventure Camp. Located just North of Naples, NY in the beautiful Bristol Hills, our camp has fired the imaginations of boys for 25 years and now it’s time for the girls to have their turn!

For three days and two nights, girls will enjoy all the camp activities like swimming, boating archery, hiking, nature and shooting sports plus great age-appropriate activities in their villages. Girls attend camp with a parent and participate in all the adventures that our Cub Scouts participated.

To register or for more details, visithttps://www.senecawaterways.org/girls-adventure

CUB SCOUT ELECTIVE DAYS

Cub Scout Elective Days are opportunities for Cub Scouts to earn adventures or electives toward rank requirement with the support of subject matter experts.

Being a den leader is a challenging role and we want to help our den leaders be successful. Sign Scouts up for elective days to give Scouts the opportunity to advance in rank without doing a lot of work on your part. Just sign the Scouts up, have parents attend with the Scouts and the Scout should work through each of the requirements for the elective.

Belt loops are awarded upon completion of the elective or adventure.

Cub Scout Elective Days are scheduled throughout the year at the Scout Service Center in Rochester.

For more details about Cub Electives visit www.senecawaterways.org/cubdays

COUNCIL FISHING DERBY

https://www.senecawaterways.org/derby

For the price of $23 you will get a hearty pancake breakfast with sausage and a beverage, a morning of fishing with a two-fish limit, a freshly stocked lake and a commemorative event patch. Paid Scouts 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. Is fishing not enough? There will be games and challenges for kids, archery, fish cleaning, guided overlook hike, and fly-tying demonstrations all morning long.

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.

CUB SCOUT COVERED

WAGON DERBYFriday, May 11, 2018

Optional Camping 6:00 P.M.Cubs in Camp Event Begins

SATURDAY – May 12, 2018Cubs in Camp Program 8:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

Build a town, build a wagon and head out on the trails to earn gold nuggets as you make your way across the vast and open expanse of J. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation. Your Pack builds a town, crafts a wagon, dresses in western attire and lives the pioneer lifestyle for a few hours during this action packed day at camp. Participate as a Pack or a den, but be sure to bring the whole pioneer family for a great day at camp!

Spend the day at Camp Cutler in Naples, New York. Get a sneak peak at the adventures in store for when you attend Cub Scout Adventure Camp this summer.

Visit https://www.senecawaterways.org/cubs-in-camp for details and to register.

ME & MY SHADOWThere 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.

Register at www.senecawaterways.org/shadow.

The World Scout Jamboree is the largest camping event organized by the World Organization of the Scout Movement, gathering as many as 50,000 Scouts and leaders from 169 National Scout Organizations. The 24th World Scout Jamboree is co-hosted by Scouts Canada, Association de Scouts de Mexico, and the Boy Scouts of America. The last time the United States hosted a World Scout Jamboree was in 1967 in Idaho.

The theme for the 24th World Scout Jamboree is "Unlock a New World". This reflects the new adventures, cultures and friendships that will be shared by Scouts from around the world. We hope you can join us!

The United States Contingent is limited on the number of people that we can send to a World Scout Jamboree. While we will be

able to send more to this Jamboree than ever before, we encourage folks to apply as soon as possible. Visit https://wsj2019.us/apply/ to learn more and to apply today!

Dates: July 22 - August 2, 2019 (USA Contingent will arrive on July 21, 2019)

Location: Summit Bechtel Scout ReserveWest Virginia, USA

Eligibility: • Birthday between July 22, 2001 and

July 21, 2005: Youth participants (boys and girls) must be age 14-17

• Birthday before July 22, 2001 (age 18 and older): Adult unit leaders (age 18 and older) and International Service Team (IST) age 18 and older

Questions: contact Jeff Kessler at [email protected] 585-202-8832.

For Scouts who like science and exploring cool technology, this merit badge workshop is for you! Seneca Waterways Council and SUNY Geneseo are offering an opportunity to earn either the Energy OR Nuclear Science Merit Badges. The program will be held in two parts. First, Scouts will attend an orientation session to go over all the details and requirements that must be completed. The final session will be at SUNY Geneseo for exciting activities that include making a cloud chamber, touring Geneseo’s e-Garden, seeing a particle accelerator a.k.a. an atom smasher, and more.

Saving, producing, and using energy wisely will be critical to America's future. If we are to leave future generations with a world in which they can live as well or better than we have, Scouts and other potential leaders of tomorrow must begin the hard work of understanding energy and the vital role it will play in the future.

Earning the Nuclear Science merit badge is a chance for Scouts to learn about this exciting field at the cutting edge of science today. Both the Energy and Nuclear Science Merit Badges are one of the elective merit badges for the William T. Hornaday awards for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts.

In addition, the sessions will be lead by authors of both the Energy Merit Badge and Nuclear Science Merit Badge books! Professor Dennis Showers, an Eagle Scout, wrote the Energy merit badge book. Professor James McLean who also was a Scout, will run the Nuclear Science session. At the conclusion of the program, there will be a book signing for Scouts to have their Energy Merit Badge books signed by the author, Professor Showers.

The orientation session will be scheduled for the end of March (date being finalized yet) and the final session is set for April 21st at SUNY Geneseo from 9am-3pm in conjunction with Earth Day! More details will be available on the council's website soon, emailed to registered members, and posted in the council's weekly newsletter, Currents. If your Scout has any questions, contact Mary Ellen Smith, Marketing Communications Manager, 585-241-8544 or email her at [email protected].

Call or email today to reserve your spot. Each workshop is limited to 18 participants and will be on a first-come first-served basis. There will be a minimal fee to participants ranging from $5 to $15 for workshop materials (merit badge book not included). Scouts are required to have their own merit badge book.

April 20-22nd Letchworth Whitewater Rafting/Camping/Tour of Mt. Morris Damn

May 18-20 Area 3 eVent @ Babcock Hovey


— PROGRAMS, TRAINING & CAMP —

LEAVE YOUR LEGACY IN SCOUTING WITH A CHARITABLE BEQUEST

The Seneca Waterways Council is among the strongest and most highly rated Councils in the country with exceptional programs, a growing membership and strong camps. We are also beneficiaries of the legacies of Scouters and families who have left the Council in their estates to ensure that Scouting is here for generations to come.

In 2016, we were beneficiaries of over $170,000 in estate gifts, all of which are permanently restricted to our Council’s Endowment Fund.

Our Council’s Endowment Fund provides support to our Council operations without touching the principal. Our Board of Trustees provides oversight and strategic direction to maximize our investments and grow the fund.

For many, adding the Seneca Waterways Council as a bequest in your estate planning is an easy and very impactful way to make a huge difference and leave a legacy.

A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an advisor, you simply include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to be made to Boy Scouts of America as part of your estate plan. You

can establish your legacy, and it remains revocable at any time during your life. For donors with taxable estates, charitable bequests are completely tax deductible when distributed.

There are many types of bequests you can consider, including:

1. General—A designated amount of money, such as “$10,000.”

2. Specific—A certain item, such as “my 100 shares of IBM stock,” “my home at 123 Main Street,” “my original Norman Rockwell painting,” etc.

3. Percentage—A designated percentage of your estate, such as “10 percent.” This helps protect against inflation, reducing the value of your bequest.

4. Residuary—Gives Scouting all or a percentage of anything left after all general and specific bequests are satisfied.

5. Contingent Bequest—Only takes effect if another bequest fails, such as “If my father should predecease me, then this should go to the XYZ Council, BSA.”

Many donors establish “testamentary” charitable trusts in their wills. These are just like the “regular” annuity trusts or unitrusts—the only difference is they are funded or created in your will. Also, for donors who use living trusts, Scouting and other charities can easily be included in those.

Our Council’s Planned Giving Committee under the leadership of Vice President Bud Rusitzky stands ready to assist anyone in making an estate gift to the Council a reality. For more information or with any questions, contact Director of Development Tony Vogl at (585) 241-8556 or [email protected].

YOUTH POWERApril 26, 2018

The Seneca Waterways Council is proud to recognize Finger Lakes Technologies Group President and CEO Paul Griswold with the Distinguished Citizen Award at our annual Youth Power Dinner on Thursday, April 26 at Cobble Creek Country Club in Victor. This annual event recognizes individuals whose leadership and influence are emblematic of the ideals of Scouting. Youth Power draws businesses together to raise money to support our Scouting programs in the Finger Lakes.

Tables, ads and additional event sponsorships are available. If you or your business would like to be a part of Youth Power, contact Laurie Bauer at (585) 241-8526 or [email protected].

EAGLE SCOUT NETWORKING

Over 6,000 men living within the boundaries of the Seneca Waterways Council are Eagle Scouts, but most of whom are not currently active as a parent, leader or mentor. We’d like to change that.

We are actively working to form a local National Eagle Scout Association Committee that can assist in reaching out to our alumni and finding ways to reengage them with Scouting. In 2017, we hosted nine Eagle Scout After-Hours at local establishments as a point of entry and we are looking to continue those in 2018. There’s no cost to attend and no ask for money, simply an opportunity to “smell the campfire again” and share where life has taken you.

Eagle Scouts can be mentors, sponsors, open doors, serve as leaders … the opportunities are endless. For more information on how you can be involved, email Tony Vogl at [email protected].

POPCORN SUCCESSThe 2017 Popcorn Sale was a HUGE success with over $400,000 in funds going to our units. The average unit’s sale increased for the second consecutive year, indicating growing public interest in funding our Scouting program. While all Scouts did their best, some Scouts entered the stratosphere with their efforts.

Congratulations to the Popcorn Sellers listed below who sold over $1500 in popcorn. This list was generated from information submitted to the Council by our units. We apologize for any omissions.

High Achiever Prize Log Unit # District Total SalesBrandon S. Pack 126 Seneca $7,233 Justin M. Troop 48 Lighthouse $7,028 Joey C. Troop 122 Black Creek $5,202 Kaiden W. Pack 65 Towpath $5,033 Alex D. Troop 48 Lighthouse $4,467 Cody B. Pack 65 Towpath $4,203 Ryan M. Pack 225 Towpath $3,525 Kenny R. Pack 69 Mohawk $3,316 Gabriel P. Troop 167 Seneca $3,154 Gerrad C. Pack 138 Mohawk $3,127 Jacob C. Troop 122 Black Creek $3,091 James M. Troop 110 Baywaters $3,075 Jonathan S. Troo 122 Black Creek $3,069 Jadon C. Troop 122 Black Creek $3,023 Emanuelle M. Pack 30 Seneca $3,015 Ty O. Pack 14 Lighthouse $3,012 Elijah B. Troop 356 Baywaters $3,001 Joey S. Pack 126 Seneca $2,627 Ayden W. Pack 14 Lighthouse $2,529 Parker W. Pack 171 Towpath $2,517 Jack B. Pack 332 Black Creek $2,511 Noah C. Troop 10 Towpath $2,484 Ethan A. Pack 332 Black Creek $2,368 jack A. Pack 14 Lighthouse $2,257

Unit # District Total SalesJonathan B. Troop 4 Mohawk $2,199 Jonathan P. Troop 50 Seneca $2,131 Ben C. Pack 107 Baywaters $2,172Paul D. Pack 171 Towpath $2,011 Zachery J. Troop 43 Mohawk $2,003 Steven W. Troop 122 Black Creek $2,000 Joseph C. Troop 178 Black Creek $1,880 Noble C. Troop 122 Black Creek $1,786 Jeremiah W. Pack 330 Lighthouse $1,773 Duprey M. Pack 238 Lighthouse $1,695 Lucas J. Pack 67 Towpath $1,649 Alexander B. Pack 30 Seneca $1,631 Timothy H. Troop 122 Black Creek $1,610 Noah P. Troop 122 Black Creek $1,604 Timmy A. Pack 332 Black Creek $1,573 Benjamin H. Troop 122 Black Creek $1,571 Joseph H. Troop 122 Black Creek $1,571Levi B. Pack 171 Towpath $1,569Matthew G. Pack 463 Baywaters $1,555Josh S. Troop 220 Baywaters $1,538Joey L. Pack 50 Seneca $1,536Tyler H. Pack 225 Towpath $1,526 Chuck R. Troop 129 Towpath $1,511Noah H. Pack 178 Black Creek $1,502

The importance of Technology and STEM related careers was introduced to city school students last summer as part of an exciting science, technology, engineering and mathematics pilot project. Finger Lakes STEM Hub, AT&T, Rochester City School District, Rochester Museum & Science Center, and Seneca Waterways Council of the Boy Scouts of America’s Exploring Program partnered to launch an innovative STEM project titled “Technology and Careers in Rochester Powered by AT&T.”

The pilot project was a summer school class supported with online lessons and resources offered by the Rochester City School District. Sequenced

interactive exhibits and hands-on career exploration activities aligned with the course curriculum. The partnerships allowed for the course to be supplemented by field trips to the Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC) to build curiosity and interest in construction, manufacturing, transportation, energy and power through its interactive exhibits. The course also allowed for students to interact with businesses/professional association representatives that sponsor an Exploring post established by the Seneca Waterways Council. The project was supported by a $20,000 contribution from AT&T.

AT&T’s support for this program is part of the company’s legacy of supporting educational programs focused on STEM disciplines in New York through AT&T Aspire, the company’s signature $400 million philanthropic initiative that drives innovation in education by bringing

diverse resources to bear on the issue including funding, technology, employee volunteerism and mentoring.

The Technology and Careers project had four components designed to introduce students to a broad range of STEM related careers.

The City Living component with partner RCSD gave students the opportunity to learn how Rochester businesses are developing, innovating, and testing new and exciting technologies.

Building Curiosity and Interest in STEM Related Areas of Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, and Energy and Power with partner RMSCprovided for exploration and discovery through hands-on exhibits and activities that encouraged students to better understand their role in Rochester’s future

Technology and Careers in Rochester STEM project powered by AT&T

success. Students also took on four design challenges in the Inventor Center maker space.

From Curiosity and Interest to Specific Careers in Action exposed students to real world career experiences with engineers, architects, and advanced manufacturing employees.

The final component, "Beyond the Summer," encouraged positive youth development and offered workplace experiences at the RMSC to at-risk students currently enrolled at local high schools. RMSC offers a Career Ladder program which would present further opportunities for students after completion of the City Living course.

Seneca Waterways looks to more collabo-rations with groups to foster STEM op-portunities and education for area youth.


— 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

Steve Mills(585) 737-8298

[email protected]

District CommissionerDoug Strong

(585) [email protected]

District ExecutiveNicholas Newsom


Serving the towns of Irondequoit, Penfield and Webster.

March 20181 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg17 Scouting for Food Drop Off19 District Committee Meeting24 Scouting for Food Collection

April 20185 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg7 District Pinewood Derby16 District Committee

May 20183 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg12 Cubmobile Race18-20 Spring Camporee21 District Committee Meeting

BLACK CREEKDistrict Chairman

Mike [email protected]

District CommissionerKathy Hakes Elliott


District ExecutiveGary Bogner


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

Wheatland including Scottsville.

March 20187 District Committee/

Commissioner Meeting14 Roundtable17 Scouting for Food Bag Drop24 Scouting Food Collection Day

April 20184 District Committee/

Commissioner Meeting14 Roundtable14 District Pinewood Derby

May 20182 District Committee/

Commissioner Meeting4-6 District Spring Camporee9 Roundtable

June 20186 District Committee/

Commissioner Meeting13 District AwardsCONGRATULATIONS

BLACK CREEK!!!The District is JTE Gold for the first time in a few years. More importantly we were Plus 1 in Membership for the first time

in many years. Neither one of these things could have happened without each and any every one of you. This was truly a team effort. So thank you and congratulations to each of you on a successful 2017 and here’s to your continued success in Scouting in 2018! Scouting is STRONG in Black Creek and we are moving forward…thanks to the BEST volunteers in the Council!

Scouting For Food Scouting for Food and Clothing will be upon us before you know it. Soon the snow will be gone and we will be doing our annual food drive. Please keep the Saturday mornings for March 17 and 24 free on your calendars and pitch in when your unit contacts you to help with this community event. Everything collected on March 24 stays right in your hometown. The local food pantries have come to depend on us each year to refresh their stores after winter.

Spring Camporee Be sure to save the date for the Spring Camporee, May 4-6. The Camporee will be Railroad themed and held on the Rush

property on East River Rd. There will be train rides, museum tours, and much more. You don’t want to miss this event!

Pinewood Derby 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 precursor to the Council Pinewood Derby, planned for May 19. Save these dates, too! Did you know there’s a separate class in these events for Boy Scouts?

Spring Recruiting Black Creek District will be making significant efforts to bring more Scouts into our awesome program this spring. Did you know that you can sign up for the Scouting program at ANY time of the year? Bring some friends to one of your meetings or cool events. Get your friends and other families in the Scouting adventure and invite them out with you to all your summer programming and fun! Kindergartners are eligible to sign up for Scouting as of June 1st and can fully participate in the Scouting program throughout the summer! Even though the

GENESEE CROSSROADS

District ChairmanRichard Rasmussen


District CommissionerGregory Young(585) 259-3217

[email protected]

District ExecutiveFelix Ortiz


Serving the City of Rochester.

March 20181 Cub Scout Spring Recruitment

(through June 30th)17 Scouting for Food bag drop-off24 Scouting for Food bag pick-up25 City Day Camp Registration

Deadline

April 20185 District Commissioners Meeting5 Roundtable9 Cub Scout Adventure (early bird

deadline)9 Cub Scout resident camp early bird deadline11 Boy Scout resident camps (early bird deadline)26 District Committee Meeting

Membership SuccessHello Genesee Crossroads Family! I hope all of you are doing well! GREAT NEWS!!! Genesee Crossroads had a great year in 2017. Our district was at membership growth in mid-October, and ended the year at +68 youths!!! I want to thank all of you for your hard work and dedication in making sure every kid has an opportunity to experience the best youth program in the world.

This spring we need every Cub pack in our district to participate in our Spring Recruitment Effort. This will ensure every family has an opportunity to join scouting, and benefit.

Spring recruitment begins March 1 and ends June 30th. Please lookout for COMMITMENT FORMS in your email!!!

Journey To ExcellenceJourney to Excellence (JTE) Scouting’s Journey to Excellence is the BSA’s planning, performance, and recognition program designed to encourage and reward the success of our units, districts and councils. It is meant to encourage excellence in providing a quality program at all levels of the BSA.

JTE GOLD in 2017!For the SIXTH year in a row, Bay Waters District is a Journey to Excellence GOLD District! In 2017, the district focused on recruiting, invigorating, and revitalizing leadership around the area. We held numerous programs geared towards Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturing youth. We improved our retention numbers and were among the top districts in the council with regards to our fundraising efforts.

District CommitteeThe Bay Waters District Committee is searching for a few good women and men to help deliver a great program to all youth across the district. We are currently

looking for adults with passion in finance, membership, or program to help share ideas and plan the direction of the district. If you, or someone you know, is interested in helping out please contact Bay Waters District Committee Chair Steve Mills at [email protected]. The group typically meets the third Monday of the month in Penfield.

District Pinewood DerbyThis year’s annual District Pinewood Derby will take place on Saturday, April 7th from 9:00 to noon. Remember, five representatives from each Pack (including Lions and Webelos II’s) are welcome to attend and be a part of the big race! Pre-registration is REQUIRED by contacting Nicholas Newsom ([email protected]). No one will be permitted to race without a registration.

Sign up for Camp!!!Today is the day to plan for your Scout’s future! Registration is now open for all 2018 camping events: Twilight Camp, Cub Resident Camp, Cub Scout Adventure Camp, Webelos-Ree, week-long camps at Babcock-Hovey or Massawepie, Eagle Flight, or National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). Every program offers youth the ability to learn new Scout skills and strengthen existing skills.

Please check out the Council website or call the Scout Office for more information about all of our camping programs.

2nd Annual Cubmobile Race!The second annual Bay Waters Cubmobile Race is coming up on May 12th, 2018 at the Indian Landing School in Penfield. This event was a great success last year, and is lined up to be even better this year!

Again in 2018, the District will open this event to Lions through Arrow of Light youth in all packs across Bay Waters District. Space will be limited to the first 125 Cub Scouts and pre-registration will be required to participate. Registration packets and informational packets are available via email or hardcopy!

Information regarding how to build a Cubmobile has been sent to unit leaders for several months and can be requested from Nicholas Newsom at [email protected]. You can participate as a Pack, as a den or as individuals. The cost for the event is only $8.00 per Scout and will cover patches for all participants and a championship trophy for the top performing Cubmobile!

District Spring Camporee The 2018 Spring Camporee will take place May 18 – 20 at Camp Cutler. We will feature twelve different events geared towards testing a Scout’s knowledge and skillset. The weekend will kick-off with check-in and cracker-barrel between 5pm and 9pm on the 18th of May and checkout will be 11am on the 20th of May. Participant fees go to cover program supplies and participation patches

for all involved. More information is available on the senecawaterways.org website or by contacting Nicholas Newsom at [email protected].

Bay Waters Scouting for Food The annual Bay Waters Scouting for Food campaign will kick off on March 17th. This campaign provides all youth and leadership across the district to volunteer their time and efforts to collect food for needy food pantries across the area. Youth and adults will be dropping off door hangers and bags on the 17th of March, and picking up collections on the 24th of March. Please contact this year’s Scouting for Food Chair, Carl Harder, at [email protected], for more information or to get your unit signed up to participate!

“Scouting year” will be winding down, we all know that Scouting is a year-round program and this is a great time to get started. Spread the word and get your friends Out to Scout!

More Genesee Crossroads news on the next page.


— DISTRICT NEWS —

MOHAWKDistrict Chair

Joe Talbot(585) 281-4215

[email protected]

District CommissionerScott Jessop

[email protected]

Senior District ExecutiveBen Burke

[email protected]

Serving Ontario, Seneca, Yates, and Wayne Counties.

March 20187 Roundtable10 District Dinner24 District Pinewood Derby28 Committee Meeting

April 20184 Commissioners Mtg/Roundtable20-22 Spring Camporee25 Committee Meeting

May 20182 Commissioners Mtg/Roundtable8 Eagle Board of Review30 Committee Meeting

June 20186 Commissioners Mtg/Roundtable12 Eagle Board of Review27 Committee Meeting

LIGHTHOUSEDistrict Chair

vacant

District CommissionerCharles Hannon(585) 301-0384

[email protected]

District ExecutiveDavid Cherry585-241-8547

[email protected]

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

March 20187 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg21 District Committee

April 20184 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg14 Park Clean-up18 District Committee21 District Pinewood Derby

May 20182 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg16 District Committee

June 20186 Volunteer Dinner

July 20187,14,21,28, & August 3rd Migrant Program

Lighthouse District PageCheck out our district page, it is up-to-date with all the current fliers and information for events. Be sure and check out the district web page for any information or needed forms to sign up for events.

Spring RendezvousNews Flash: The date changed! Tons of fun trading pioneer days items and competing in weekend events for the coveted Buckskin!

Volunteer DinnerNews Flash: We are still planning this event. At this time, there could be a possible date change, keep an eye on your email and the District Page for the most current flyers.

Migrant ProgramTroop/Pack 22 is sending out the call for Help! T/P 22 is the Migrant Program that runs for 5 Fridays from July 6 thru August 3rd. We converted to the S.T.E.M. format this past year and the kids loved it. We are seeking people from S.T.E.M. jobs/businesses to help us with fresh S.T.E.M. based ideas and willingness to pitch in one Friday to make a kid’s summer:

(scientifically+/-engineered)/technology=fun!)

The boys range from 1st to 8th grade and will be broken into 3 groups. We partner 2 to 3 adults with each group of boys. We are looking to have each group of adults come in for one Friday with all the supplies and equipment to carry out that week’s program. If you know of a businesses or person(s) that would like to support the program please contact Bill Green at [email protected] or David Cherry at david.cherry@

SENECADistrict ChairBill Lawrence

[email protected]

District CommissionerLes Gales


Senior District ExecutiveDave Cheney585-241-8529

[email protected]

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

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

March 20187 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg17 District Dinner28 District Committee Meeting

April 20184 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg14 District Pinewood Derby25 District Committee Meeting

May 20182 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg4 Spring Camporee21 District Eagle Boards26 Spring Training Event30 District Committee Meeting

June 20186 Roundtable/Commissioner Mtg25 District Eagle Boards27 District Committee Meeting

Seneca District DinnerWhat would Scouting be without the adult volunteers? It’d be an engine without fuel, a sail without wind, a tent without poles! On March 17th, we’ll be holding our Annual Leaders’ Recognition Dinner. Take a break from the Troop and Pack meetings to bring the leaders and committee down for a night out. Enjoy camaraderie, celebrate awards, and learn about what other units are doing to spread Scouting throughout the area.

If you are interested in helping to plan the District Dinner please contact Liane Richardson at [email protected]

District Pinewood Derby RaceThis years District race will be April 14 2018, More info to come out at Roundtable very soon.

Looking for Unit Commissioners and Committee membersThe District is looking for you…. We need experienced scouters who want to share their expertise and experience in helping units . This is the place for you if you would like to help. Try it would will love the feeling of being a lifeline for another unit. Thank you for all you do.

scouting.org. P.S. Boy Scouts 1st class and above can volunteer for this program and earn service hours.

Spring Day CampTurning Point Spring Day Camp is scheduled for April 3rd thru 6th, and will be held at School 17 (158 Orchard Street, Rochester, NY 14611.)

We want as many Scouts to experience camp activities and have the time of their lives. If you are experiencing barriers in sending your boy(s) to camp, please contact me at 585-241-8568 or my email at [email protected].

RoundtablesRoundtable FELIX PESOS - DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN EARN FELIX PESOS AT EVERY ROUNDTABLE? Yes, you can earn Felix Pesos for every member of your

GENESEE CROSSROADS

District ChairmanRichard Rasmussen


District CommissionerGregory Young(585) 259-3217

[email protected]

District ExecutiveFelix Ortiz


Serving the City of Rochester.

May 20182 Boy Scout Resident Camps (registration deadline)3 District Commissioners Meeting3 Roundtable7 Council Volunteer Recognition & Annual Meeting9 Cub Scout Adventure Camp (registration deadline)9 Cub Scout Resident Camp (registration deadline)24 District Committee Meeting

June 20183 Beaver Weekend at Massawepie7 District Commissioners Mtg7 Roundtable10 Me & My Shadow28 District Committee Meeting30 Spring Recruitment Ends

unit who attends our roundtable. This is a great incentive for the unit that earns the most PESOS at the end of the year! That translates to $$$.

Who will be the UNIT that EARNS the most PESOS???? I challenge all GC units to take up this opportunity to win!!!

THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!

District DinnerThe Mohawk District Leadership Dinner will be held on Saturday, March 10 at Lyons Methodist Church at 6pm, meal at 6:45pm. The carved meats and

beverages will be provided while units are encouraged to have a dish to pass. The evening will include an awards ceremony for those in our Scouting family as well as a silent auction. It is $15.00 a person or $25 a couple with names and payments due by March 7 at District Roundtable at Waterloo High School at 7pm. After March 7, another $5 is added. For questions, contact Ben Burke. Registration flyers will be sent out to the units.

District Pinewood DerbySaturday, March 24 is the District Pinewood Derby at Ovid High School Gym in Ovid, NY 14521. The top two Cubs from each Rank, per Pack, will qualify in this race of Champions! Cost is $8.50 per scout and registrations are due by March 10. Stay tuned for race times and registration information! If you request further information, contact Valerie VanDongen at [email protected] or Ben Burke.

Spring CamporeeTroops 43 and 68 have been actively been planning the 2018 Mohawk Spring Camporee for over a year and are happy for the Boy Scouts to join them for a good time! The Scouts will be “Pack to the Future” from April 20-22 at Steam Pageant Grounds on 3349 Gehan Rd. in Canandaigua, NY! Participants will have the opportunity to play Human Foosball, fly drones, experience tractor pulls and much, much more. For event information, contact Bill Yarger (585-978-1192) and Charles Jones/Chris Dhondt (585-469-5079) for with facilities questions. Stay tuned for registration and program details.

District Volunteer HelpThe Mohawk District is looking to add more volunteer resources on the Committee and Commissioner level to serve the youth and units. There are many different possibilities, all of which assist the leaders who are engaging Scouts on a regular basis. Please contact Ben Burke, Joe Talbot, or Scott

Jessop about this opportunity to provide Scouters like you with your experiences in the program. If there is a field of interest (unit service, membership, fundraising, program), then we will gladly discuss it with you!


— DISTRICT NEWS —

TURNING POINTDistrict ChairEva Thomas

District CommissionerRyan McDonald

District ExecutiveAlex Mastromarchi


City of Rochester Afterschool Scouting program.

We're Growing!

Turning Point ended 2017 with 67 youth over 2016 membership. Our programs are continuing to grow and allow us to serve more youth in the city of Rochester every day.

Looking Ahead at 2018

We are excited to begin preparing for the 2018 Summer Camp experiences. Information started going home in November and is now available online at https://scoutingevent.com/397-citycamping2018. You can sign up and pay your $50 deposit (Due March 30th) online or through your Scout Leader. We look forward to seeing you at camp!

TOWPATHDistrict ChairBill Hallman

[email protected]

District CommissionerJulie Lowry

[email protected]

District ExecutiveEdward Fowler585-241-8531

[email protected]

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

March 20181 District Roundtable1 District Commissioners Meeting29 District Committee

April 201812 District Roundtable12 District Commissioners Meeting21 District Pinewood Derby26 District Committee

May 20183 District Roundtable3 District Commissioners Meeting31 District Committee

Roundtable meetings are held at the Perinton Presbyterian Church, 6511

Pittsford Palmyra Rd. in Fairport.

District Committee meetings are held at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church,

48 Perrin St. in Fairport.

Towpath Friends of ScoutingThe 2018 Towpath District Family Friends of Scouting Campaign is underway as Packs, Troops, and Crews

are asked to hold their presentations between now and June 2018.

The Friends of Scouting campaign helps fund our Council programs, camps, and activities. A presenter will come to your unit and ask if you would like to voluntarily pledge a donation to fund the next generation of Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers. When they do, please consider making your meaningful gift to Scouting. For more information, contact Dan Kellogg, Towpath Family FOS chair, [email protected].

Race of ChampionsThe Towpath District Race of Champions Pinewood Derby will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at Perinton Presbyterian Church (6511 Pittsford Palmyra Rd, Fairport). Packs should plan their individual Pinewood Derbies accordingly.

The Seneca Waterways Council Pinewood Derby rules can be found on the Council

Volunteers Always Welcome!

As always, Scouts is a volunteer led organization. If you would like to get involved or take on a project to move our programs forward, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

EXPLORING WESTDistrict ChairRoger Gutheil585-330-1718

[email protected]

District Commissionervacant

Exploring ExecutiveJohn Sheible

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

[email protected]

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

female youth ages 14-20.

New Exploring ExecutivePlease welcome John Sheible, the council's new Exploring West Executive. As a lifelong educator and coach, working to educate students and families in careers is right in his

EXPLORING EASTDistrict Chair

vacant

District CommissionerEric Lawler


Acting Exploring ExecutiveStuart Schnettler(585) 241-8560

[email protected]

For updated information on all Exploring events,

visit www.swcexploring.org and click on Events.

STEAM CampsFinger Lakes Community College has teamed up with Exploring for another summer of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics). Geneva and Newark Campuses are joining in on the fun too!

All three camps will run from Monday to Friday 9a-3p. Victor's STEAM Camp will once again feature all aspects of STEAM. Geneva's STEAM Camp will focus on STEAM from a bio-medical, healthcare standpoint. Newark's STEAM Camp will look at STEAM from an earth science and agriculture standpoint. The camp program is taught by college professors. The camps will feature hands-on projects and lessons that allow the campers to dive deep into the world of STEAM from different perspectives. These camps are offered to young men and women entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade.

We are looking for high schoolers, and adults to help volunteer throughout the weeks too! Those entering 10th grade

or above will be called Lab Assistants as they'll be responsible for working along side college professors delivering program. The other role that Lab Assistants may assume is the direct oversight of the campers, helping with different projects, etc.

STEAM CAMP -- FLCC at Victor's Campus Center -- July 9-13, 2018

STEAM CAMP -- FLCC at Newark's Camps Center -- July 16-20, 2018

STEAM CAMP -- FLCC at Geneva's Campus Center -- July 23-27, 2018

Exploring First Responder CampJuly 29th - August 3rd, 2018 Camp Babcock- Hovey

Exploring First Responder Camp is for Explorers and Posts seeking a focused program in one of three exciting areas. It is a co-ed program open to anyone up to 21 years old. Exploring First Responder Camp is one of Babcock-Hovey’s Expedition Camps which are designed to refine your skills, challenge your limits, and for Explorers – help you develop a deeper understanding of the Emergency Services.

LAW ENFORCEMENT CAMP is designed by Police Officers specifically for Police Explorers. Practice all the skills you learn in your regular meetings, and add a bunch more. Spend some time on our range with our instructors and practice your sharpshooting skills with rifle, shotgun and pistols; work on your investigating skills; evidence collecting and much more! The last day of camp will include a simulated event that all Explorers will respond to and put your skills to work.

FIREFIGHTING CAMP is designed to let youth work on both skills they normally do and those they don’t normally do at post meetings. Fight live fire at the Fire Training Center, set up portable retaining ponds, rope rescue techniques, hydrant work and much more! Fire Explorers will put all of their newly acquired skills to use in our all Explorer simulated event on the last day of camp.

EMS/ MEDICAL CAMP is for all EMS/ Medical and Fire Explorers that want to learn more about their chosen field. Trainings will include scenarios, seminars, demos, certifications and lots of hands-on activities. Check out the mobile hospital room, practice on the sim mannequins, and much more. Medical Explorers will also participate in our camp wide simulation event on Friday, putting all their training to the test.

website (https://www.senecawaterways.org/files/17808/2018-SWC-pinewood-derby-rules).

CommissionersAre you adventurous and outgoing? Do you enjoy leading and being a productive member of a team? If so, becoming a Towpath Unit Commissioner might just be the right spot for you! Towpath District is looking for great adult leaders to join the commissioner team and help lead units on the pathway to success! This is a great way to strengthen your involvement in the scouting program. Unit Commissioners meet as a group for thirty minutes on the first Thursday of each month. They address unit service, issues within the district, and better ways to provide opportunities to youth members within the Scouting program. For more information, contact Julie Lowry, Towpath District Commissioner, at [email protected].

sweet spot. He looks forward to providing many opportunities for students to explore various career opportunities.

Volunteers WantedAs we move into 2018, Exploring West is still in need of volunteers to act as operations support, start/organize new posts, fundraising and other roles within the Exploring West District. If you are interested please reach out to District Executive, John Sheible.

International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Post 4432Anyone interested in a career in interior design, this is the post for you. What is interior design? It's creative and technical solutions that are applied within a structure to achieve a functional and aesthetically attractive built interior environment. Explorers will be working with IIDA members and educators to investigate the methods, tools and requirements of the profession.

Scottsville Fire Dept Post 615Post 615 is seeking new explorers. Fire Exploring is a hands-on co-ed program open to youth from 14 to 18 years old with an interest in learning more about fire or emergency services careers. Explorers are trained alongside firefighters getting involved with firefighting operations. Explorers participate in real life emergency events around the town such as changing air pack bottles, setting up hydrants, and setting up tool inventory stations for firefighters.

CAMP CARDS (from cover page)

rate ($2.75), where units will pay for all cards upon receiving them. The unit may continue to sell all remaining Camp Cards in the unit’s possession until the end of the year and does not have to worry about the 1st deadline.

The decision of the commission should be determined by the unit’s adult committee prior to making a commitment.

Vendors include – Dick's Sporting GoodsMonro Muffler/BrakeApplebee'sMark's Pizzeria

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.

ATTENTION ALL SCOUTS: SAVE THE DATE!22nd Annual Scout Sleepover at Frontier Field

For additional information, contact Kevin Lute(585) 454-1001 ext. 3046 or email [email protected]

Saturday - June 23, 2018 - 7:05pmRochester Red Wings vs. Scranton/WB Rail Riders (Yankees)

More details to follow!

UPCOMING SCOUT DAYS

SAVE THE DATES Darien Lake Scout Days

June 30 - July 22

Seabreeze Scout Days June 21 - July 1

Tickets on Sale Soon.Details at

www.senecawaterways.org

RoseBowl Lanes Moe's Southwest Grill Orbaker's Drive InRochester Red Wings

HOSELTON SPORTING CLAYS

July 10

Fire away! Take a team from your company or a foursome of clients to the premier gun club in Rochester for an afternoon on the range and help us underwrite shooting sports safety education programs at our three camps. The annual Hoselton Sporting Clays Shoot returns on Tuesday, July 10 at the Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. Teams, station sponsors and event sponsorships are available but this event does sell out and space is extremely limited.

In addition to the multiple shooting stations, the event includes lunch, a surf and turf dinner and a silent and live auction.

Reserve your foursome online at www.senecawaterways.org/sportingclays or contact Laurie Bauer at (585) 241-8526 or [email protected].

CASTING FOR CHARACTER

August 20The second annual Casting for Character Fishing Tournament returns to depths of Lake Ontario on Monday, August 20. Take a four-person team on a 4 ½ hour chartered cruise and have the opportunity to fish for steelhead, salmon, lake trout and brown trout. All boats are equipped with all necessary fishing supplies, food, snacks and facilities to guarantee an excellent fishing experience. Every fisherman needs a NYS fishing license.

Fishing slots are available in morning and afternoon shifts and all fees include a lunch banquet with awards, prizes and raffle auctions.

For more information, contact Scout Executive Stephen Hoitt at [email protected] ot 585-244-4210.

21 Stories (continued from page 4)

Individuals can set up a personal fundraising page at www.21storiesforscouts.org with a goal of raising $1,000 by May 18. At that point, it’s similar to a walk-a-thon in that you email friends, coworkers and family asking them to make small contributions toward your rappel. There’s even a handy fundraising guide full of ideas to make you successful.

Companies can participate too by either sponsoring an employee to rappel, or by sponsoring a team of five with a commitment to raise or contribute $4,000. There’s sponsorship benefits of course including event signage and a logo on the participant t-shirts. Most of our team sponsors will challenge their members to raise as much as they can, and then the company is only responsible for rounding up the balance.

Troops can sponsor a Scout and a Scoutmaster to rappel too. What a great way to recognize your newest Eagle Scout or thank your Scoutmaster. A parent/child or Scoutmaster/Scout pair is available for a commitment of $1,500.

Finally, some generous individuals will make a contribution to support an underprivileged Scout to have this experience to truly see beyond their boundaries.

We want to thank our partners at Kodak and MCC’s downtown campus for making

this event possible and giving us the use of their building and landing area. We’re also grateful to our lead sponsor Avangrid Foundation / RG&E for helping underwrite the event expenses so that more of the funds we raise can be directed toward our mission.

Complete details are online at www.21storiesforscouts.org or you can contact Tony Vogl (585) 241-8556 or [email protected] with any questions.

Make this your year to do something truly awesome that you will never forget. Commit to rappel today.

Rochester RhinosRochester Museum & Science CenterTotal Style

sq spring 2018...scouting quarterly - spring 2018 page 2 calendar of events stay connected with us...

Documents