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On Wednesday, June 13 th , 2012 at the Council Annual Meeting at Camp Woodland, the
following Scouters were presented with the 2012 Silver Beaver Award:
Stephen McBath – Eagle Board Chairman from Northern Lights
Allison Green – Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner from Tri-Rivers
Bill Eberhardt – Council Camporee Chair and Council Board Member
Edward J. White – Pack/Troop 7 Committee Chair from Onondaga
Barbara Richardson – Eagle Board Member from Oneida
The Silver Beaver recipient is nominated by a peer who submits a narrative and supporting
documentation of service above and beyond the call of duty on a District and Council level.
The nominations are then reviewed by committee and the honorees are selected. The Silver
Beaver is the highest award that can be bestowed on a volunteer at the Council level and as
such, is a huge honor.
2012 Engineering Camp
STEM
Scout Night at Orange
Darien Lake Scout Days
NYLT
Woodbadge
Scout Shop News
P2
P3
P5
P6
P7
P9
Once again, youth from the entire CNY region participated in
the Longhouse Council’s Engineering Career Exploration
Camp. 18 youth traveled around to local engineering firms in
order to explore their interest in that field. Locations this year
included Lockheed Martin, SUNY ESF, Welch Allyn, SRC,
and C&S Engineers.
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STEM Nova is here!
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), is a part of an initiative
the BSA has started to encourage Scouts to explore these fields through existing
programs. From archery to welding, Scouts will be able to enjoy a wide range of
STEM-related activities. The Nova Award has been developed by the BSA so youth
members who participate in these STEM related activities can receive recognition.
Books outlining the STEM program and Nova awards are available in the Scout
Shop ($2.99, includes requirements and guide for Counselors) and online. For more
information, the below link is out temporary page for our Scouts.
http://www.fremontcubs244.com/www.FremontCubs244.com/STEM_NOVA.html
Leave No Trace Master Educator Courses
There are two BSA sponsored Leave No Trace Master Educator courses later this
year. One is in the western Catskills which is near the Onteora Scout Reservation, in
Livingston Manor.
Sunday afternoon, August 5 th through Friday, August 11 th dinner (option to stay over
Friday night) will be held at the Onteora Scout Reservation, Livingston, Manor with a
New York Course fee of $250.
Friday evening, October 5 th through Sunday lunch, October 7 th and Thursday
late afternoon, October 18 th through Sunday lunch, October 21 st will be held at the
Horseshoe Scout Reservation, Peach Bottom, PA (on the MD/PA border, just east of
the Susquehanna River) with a course fee $235.
Both courses include short backpacking trips and primitive camping in addition to
classroom sessions where we discuss implementing Leave No Trace in council and
unit programs. We have several folks signed up for each course but space is
available in both.
Info about BSA master courses across the US can be downloaded here -
including dates, locations, registration forms, etc.
http://outdoorethics-bsa.org/me_courses.htm
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Scout Night with the Orange
The Longhouse Council invites all Scouts, parents, family, and friends to the First
Annual Scout Night with Syracuse Athletics Football on Friday, October 5 th at 7pm in
the Carrier Dome. The game will be played against Big East rival Pittsburgh in the
Orange’s Big East Opener, and will be televised nationwide on ESPN. In what could
be Syracuse University’s last football season in the Big East, this is a game you
don’t want to miss!
All Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts will receive an exclusive ticket package for just $14
(normally priced at $29), which will include a 300-level corner ticket plus a
complimentary limited edition, First Annual Scout Night with the Orange patch.
Siblings and friends of Scouts under the age of 13 can get 300-level corner tickets
for only $14 per person, while friends and family ages 13 and over can order 300-
level corner tickets for only $21 per person (normally priced at $29).
Syracuse Athletics expects there to be more than 1,000 Scouts, family, and friends
in attendance, so in order to get the best seat locations, it’s recommended that you
fill out your order today. To reserve your spot at the game, click HERE. Order forms
should be filled out in their entirety and sent to Heather Miller at the Longhouse
Council Scout Office. Ticket packages will be available for pick-up on the day of the
game, October 5 th , starting at 8:30am under the purchaser’s name.
The deadline to order tickets with an included patch is Friday, September 14 th at
4:30pm. The Troop or Pack that sells the most tickets by September 14 th will
participate in an exclusive High Five Tunnel moments before kickoff as the
team comes onto the field. All orders processed after Friday, September 14 th will
only include a discounted ticket to the game. All Scouts in attendance are
encouraged to wear their uniforms to the Carrier Dome as well.
All orders should be sent to:
Longhouse Council
Attn: Heather Miller
2803 Brewerton Road
Syracuse, NY 13211
Heather.Miller@scouting.org
Fax: 315-463-5729
For questions or more information, please contact Lowell Berg with Syracuse
University Athletics at 315-314-6749 or at Lowell.Berg@imgworld.com.
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N.Y.L.T. 2012
Save the date!!
National
Youth
Leadership
Training
Been wondering where to get that advanced Leadership training that
YOU and your YOUTH want
Well here it is!!
Longhouse Council is conducting an NYLT course in 2012
This will be a 2 weekend course held at Camp Woodland in Constantia, NY
1 st Weekend – August 17 th – 19 th
2 nd Weekend – September 7 th – 9 th
Who is eligible
Boy Scouts who are at least First Class and between 13-17 years old
With Parent & Unit Leader recommendation
Venturers who are between 14-20 years old
With Parent & Unit Leader recommendation
Help yourself, your unit, and the entire Scouting Movement.
Ensure your unit is represented in this course.
More information will be provide at the January Roundtable
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“WOODBADGE”
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Syracuse Scout Shop
2803 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale, NY 13211
South of the Mattydale Exit of Rt. 81
In the Kmart Plaza opposite Northern Lights Mall
Phone: 315.455.6540
Fax: 315.455.6758
Email: cfrost@bsamail.org
We are a fully stocked Boy Scouts of America National Store
conveniently located in the same building as the Longhouse
Council offices.
Welcome to summer at the Syracuse Scout Shop !!!!
Here are the exciting promotions and events scheduled for June in the Scout
Shop:
May 25th – August 1st
Centennial Shorts 25% Off
July 6 th – August 3 rd
Clearance! – Incredible Savings… Up to 70%!
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2012 ZABRISKIE MEMORIAL
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Wednesday - August 8th, 2012
Owasco Country Club
6750 East Lake Rd, Auburn, NY
Four Man Scramble Tournament
Registration 11:30 a.m. - Shotgun Start 1:00 p.m.
Includes: 18 Holes of Golf, Green Fees, Cart and Dinner
Hot Dogs and Hamburgers may be purchased before play.
Games, Prizes, Line Drive, Longest Drive, Closest to Pin
Proceeds to benefit the Cayuga County - Boy Scouts of America
____________________________________________________________
CREW CAPTAIN NAME PHONE EMAIL
____________________________________________________________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
____________________________________________________________
ORGANIZATION NAME
SIGNATURE (required for credit card payment)
TEAM MEMBERS (please submit handicap for team flighting purposes)
1. ____________________ HCP._____ 2. ____________________ HCP.____
3. ____________________ HCP._____ 4. ____________________ HCP.____
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY - JULY 27th, 2012
A Choose sponsorship level:
$75 Individual
$300 Team Sponsor
$25 per Extra Dinner (# of extra dinners ______)
$Other:____________
B Choose payment method:
Cash enclosed: $______________
Check enclosed: $_____________
Credit Card (Provide information below)
Visa / MC _____________________________ ________
Account #
Please mail this form with payment to:
Longhouse Council, BSA
2803 Brewerton Rd
Syracuse, NY 13211
Exp Date
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A Moment in Scouting History - Camp Vigor
Brought to you by the William Hillcourt Scout Museum
located at Camp Woodland, Constantia NY
Camp Vigor was a camp operated by the St. Lawrence Council, Boy Scouts of America. The
council was located in St Lawrence County, New York and was responsible for scouting in
the entire county. Camp Vigor was the only camp operated by the council, but over the life of
the council Camp Vigor was located at two different places.
The first Camp Vigor was approximately 100 acres in size and was located 2 1/2 miles from
the village of Morristown on the St. Lawrence River. The land was purchased by a group of
prominent citizens, who wanted to ensure that the scouts of the Ogdensburg area had a
place to camp. They formed the Ogdensburg Council Holding Corporation on July 13, 1927,
the purpose of which was "...to purchase, lease and hold lands and buildings for the use of
the Ogdensburg Branch of the Boy Scouts of America, to exchange or sell lands or buildings
provided the executive council of the Ogdensburg Branch of the Boy Scouts of America
consent in writing thereto." The amount of capital stock was $7500.00. The number of shares
of which the capital stock consisted of 300 shares at a par value of $25.00 each.
In 1942 the operations of the council were reviewed by Philip C. Manro, Deputy Regional
Executive. (Previously, Manro had been the Scout Executive of the Oswego County Council
from 1933 to March 1939.) His description of the camp follows: "Camp buildings consist of
the old farm house, now used as central mess hall; the old chicken house nearby, now
rebuilt to make a first aid room, infirmary and officers quarters; another small building used
as a trading post; a large dairy barn, now in disrepair, used some for storage; several small
Adirondack leantos and a larger building on the point used as shelters during Camp by
Scouts and leaders; a small cottage on the river to the west of the site used by the Scout
Executive and his family." Manro also concluded that: "The possibilities of the site are
tremendous. It is a natural Camping facilities, open fields and bathing and boating facilities in
the St. Lawrence. Its possibilities as a base for Senior Scouting trips are unlimited."
However, Manro expressed the concern that since the council did not actually own the
property, improvements to the camp paid for by the council would not be owned by the
council. He felt the council therefore was not justified in spending council funds to improve
the camp. He suggested the council buy the camp from the Ogdensburg Council Holding
Corporation or seek and purchase another location for the camp.
On January 31, 1946 the council did in fact buy Camp Vigor from the Ogdensburg Council
Holding Corporation for the nominal consideration of $1.00.
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In the early 1950's the council became aware that Camp Vigor was too small for the number
of scouts in the council. The camp could only hold 75 scouts per week during the summer,
and the number of boys eligible to go to camp by 1958 was estimated to be 1600. The
council subsequently identified a 200 acre parcel of land on Clear Pond in the Adirondack
Park that would make for an excellent camp. (The parcel of land was located in Parishville
NY, 18 miles from Potsdam, 26 miles from Canton, 38 miles from Massena, 44 miles from
Ogdensburg and 52 miles from Gouverneur.) So for the first time in its history the council in
1953 conducted a capital campaign seeking to raise $110,000 to purchase the property.
The campaign was successful and "Camp Vigor of the Woods" appeared for the first time in
the 1955 annual council financial audit, valued at $89,352.71. In that same audit it was
noted that "Camp Vigor", located on the St. Lawrence River, was sold for $22,000. It appears
the new camp's official name was "Camp Vigor of the Woods" because it was listed as such
in the audit report, but both names were used interchangeably over the following years.
In 1965 another capital campaign was conducted to make improvements to Camp Vigor. The
literature for the campaign lists Camp Vigor size as 89 acres of woodland with a 20 acre
lake. It is stated that in 1955 Camp Vigor was adequate for 300-350 boys to camp during the
summer, but not adequate for the 712 campers that camped during the summer of 1964.
In 1982 the St. Lawrence Council merged with the Jefferson-Lewis Council to form the
Seaway Valley Council. The new council now owned two Camps: Vigor and Portaferry. Early
in 1982, during early merger talks, a decision was made to continue to operate both camps
and to see which one got the most use. The lesser used camp would then be turned into a
wilderness style camp. In the event that a camp would need to be sold, it should be the
wilderness type camp.
The first executive board meeting of the new Seaway valley Council was held on September
9, 1982. At the December 16, 1982 executive board meeting, a motion to sell one of the
camps was carried by a 18 to 10 vote. A committee was established to determine which
camp was to be sold. At the April 28, 1983 executive board meeting a motion to sell "Camp
Vigor of the Woods" was carried by a 23 to 5 vote.
The last summer camp to be held at Camp Vigor was the summer of 1983.
The camp was listed for sale at $150,000. The executive board, at its meeting on September
27, 1984 noted that a Richard and Fay Cambridge were interested in buying the camp for
$130,000. At the January 24, 1985 meeting, it was noted that New York State had made an
offer to buy the camp. The decision was made to sell the camp to New York State for
$145,000 and the sale was noted to be complete at the July 25, 1985 executive board
meeting.
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A Moment in Scouting History
The First Boy Scout Council in Fulton
Brought to you by the William Hillcourt Scout Museum
located at Camp Woodland, Constantia NY.
Scouting officially began in the United States on February 8, 1910 when W. D.
Boyce incorporated the Boy Scouts of America. The scout program then started
growing rapidly across the United States.
On September 17, 1913 a meeting of 20 of Fulton's most prominent citizens was
held with the purpose of establishing in Fulton a council of the Boys Scouts of
America. There were already troops in existence, but it was felt that a local council
for oversight and promotion was needed. The following officers were duly elected:
William J. Lovejoy, president; J. Justin Morrill, Watson A Butts, Leroy Owens and E.
J. Penfield, vice-presidents; Grove A. Gilbert, secretary and James N. Robinson,
treasurer. It was determined that the most important job in the council was that of
Scout Executive and a committee was appointed to seek an appropriate candidate.
Ten representatives from the city troops also attended this meeting. They
represented Troops 1, 2 ,3, 4, and 5. They were all enthusiastic in their support of
establishing a council.
G. A. White, the Scout Executive of Syracuse, was present to speak about the
merits of Scouting. He offered as an example the scouts who voluntarily worked at
the New York State Fair. These scouts participated in performing first aid,
messenger and guide service, and assisted in policing the crowds in case of
excitement.
The next meeting of the Council committee was scheduled for September 29. In the
meantime, President Lovejoy would appoint four men, who with the scout
commissioner, would give the scouts tests and examinations for scout rank and
merit badges. They would also try disciplinary cases.
Source: The Fulton Times, Wednesday, September 24, 1913.
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