2012-2013 Planning Guide - Sequoia Council Boy Scouts of America

Table of Contents
Letter From Council Leadership i
Quick Start User Guide ii
Informacion en Español iii
This section contains two key resources, the council calendar, which lists
activities you can participate in and the Age-Appropriate Guidelines Chart which
lets you see if your plan passes muster.
Council Calendar 1
Age-Appropriate Guidelines Chart 33
In this section you will find why the Council popcorn campaign is the best
possible fundraiser for your unit, a resource guiding you through the process of
budgeting for the year, a frequently asked questions guide addressing common
questions about fundraising, and a chart answering common questions about
“where the money goes.”
Popcorn Sales Plan 37
Unit Budget Plan 39
Fiscal Policies and Procedures for BSA Units FAQ 41
Scouting Dollars 44
This section provides you with tools to guide you through your successful year of
Scouting with resources illustrating what training courses you should take, what
camping opportunities are available at our facilities, what a tour plan is and when
you need one, insurance facts that are helpful, what to do if you suspect a child
is in danger, how you can leave a legacy with the Scouting movement, getting
registered for courses and activities, how to find out which district you are in and
where to get support.
MyScouting.org 45
Unit Calendar Templates 45
Tour Plan 46
What Makes a Trained Leader? 47
Advancement Policies and Procedures 48
Membership, Advancement and Training FAQ 49
What is Roundtable? 51
Language of Scouting 51
Family Camp 52
2013 National Scout Jamboree 52
Council Camps 53
Shotgun Shooting Opportunities 54
Philmont Training Center 55
Youth Protection 56
Insurance Information for BSA Volunteers 57
Leave a Legacy for Scouting 58
Endowment Recognition 59
Registration Forms and Flyers 60
Mission and Values 74
Who to Contact 75
What is the Sequoia Council? 77
Map of the Sequoia Council 78
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