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March- April 2008 Sco u t i n g in a c t i o nPage 9God & Country Recipients CelebratedFifty Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts who achieved one of the God and Country Emblems in2007 were celebrated at the Annual God & Country Dinner at the First United MethodistChurch of Portland on February 10th. An invocation was given by the Rev. Arlin Louckspastor of the church. The audience, totaling nearly 200 boys and parents, then enjoyeda meal served by volunteers from the Pleasant Home United Methodist Church. Dinnerchairman, the Rev. Bryan Austring of the Helvetia Community Church introduced Richardand Dee Small and their keyboardist Kevin. Speaker for the evening was Hamilton Filmalter,Evangelist for the River of Life Ministries. Filmalter spoke of his Evangelical Crusadesin Pakistan, the thousands of people who have received Jesus Christ as their Savior andhundreds of home churches that have been established in the past 4 years. He encouragedeach of the boys to be a witness now and as they grow to maturity.Seventeen Cub Scouts were recognized by Camp Chaplain, Don Jackson for achievingthe God and Me Emblem, 23 Cub Scouts were recognized by Rev. Bryan Austring for earningthe God & Family Emblem, six Boy Scouts were honored by Cliff Mansley for receiving theGod & Church Emblem and one Venturer was acclaimed for achieving the highest Religiousemblem, God & Life by Rev. Bruce Montgomery. Three adult Scouters were saluted for theiroutstanding work as youth leaders in their churches by the Don Cornell, Director of FieldServices, with the God & Service Award.Course booklets for the God & Country Emblem program may be obtained at the ScoutService Center. They may also be obtained from PRAY inSt. Louis, Missouri.The Protestant Committee on Scouting, whichsponsored the Dinner, is chaired by the Rev. BruceMontgomery of Gresham. He and his committee arepresently seeking chaplains to serve at the six summercamps of the Scout Council. Interested persons may obtaininformation about the requirements for chaplains programfrom David Noyes at 503 226 3423.Catholic Committee on ScoutingAward RecognitionOn Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at the Cathedral of theImmaculate Conception in Portland, Oregon, 82Cub Scouts, 23 Boy Scouts, and 21 Girls Scouts receivedCatholic Emblems. The 2007 Archiocesan Committee onCatholic Scouting awarded 30 Light of Christ emblems, 52Parvuli Dei (Children of God) emblems, 19 Ad Altare Dei(to the Altar of God) emblems, 4 Pope Pius XII emblems, 41Family of God emblems, 20 I Live My Faith emblems, and1 Marian emblem. The religious emblems were blessed andthen presented to each recipient. After the ceremony, theScouts and their families were invited to a reception at theCathedral School.The 2007 ArchdiocesanCommittee on CatholicScouting is dedicatedto maintaining a strongpartnership among theCatholic Church, the BoyScouts of America, the GirlScouts of the USA, and theCampfire Boys and Girls ofAmerica to train CatholicScouters to be an activepart of youth ministry andto promote the religiousemblem programs of theCatholic Church.Pictured are two of the Scouts who received their God &Country Awards at this years dinner.

Page 10Sco u t i n g in a c t i o nCamp Staffing Helps Build Character in Youthby Jim HillDirector of Camping and Propertiesremember an advertising campaignI a few years ago that touted the lifechangingeffects of being a McDonald’semployee. The fast-food giant was proudof changes they made in young people. Ialso remember comparing those claims tothe growth I’d seen in young people whoworked at summer camp. Some changeswere similar, but camp trumps fast-food inmany ways.The McDonald’s ad focused onresponsibility, as I remember it, andhow the new employee took a shineto daily tasks and matured as theyassumed responsibilities. Camp is nodifferent; we certainly give young peopleresponsibilities and seematurity blossom as aresult…but we also askthem to be self-starting,Earth Week Unit Projects- April 19-27-- Get Out and CelebrateOn April 22, 1970 20 million Americanstook to the streets, parks, andauditoriums to demonstrate for a healthy,sustainable environment. Thousandsof colleges and universities organizedprotests against the deterioration of theenvironment. Groups that had beenfighting against oil spills, pollutingfactories and power plants, raw sewage,toxic dumps, pesticides, freeways, theloss of wilderness, and the extinction ofwildlife suddenly realized they sharedcommon values.Every year we celebrate Earth Day onApril 22. Do we really celebrate it though?When was the last time you made a pointof doing something on Earth Day tocelebrate the fact that we have somewherec o u n t l e s spa r e n t s sp e a kw i t h me ab o u tt h e ch a n g e st h e y’ve se e nin th e i r ch i l dmotivated, energetic,caring, compassionate,and much more: weexpect camp staff to berole models for youngerScouts.Unlike working ina restaurant, camp staffers are always“on-stage” as role models. Their trainingtells them that everywhere they go, andeverything they do, they are studied byyounger Scouts, and their example learned.They carry the responsibility of showingyounger Scouts what Scouting is all about,by example.Camp staffers are self-starters. Theyget up early, ready for a full day and are ontimeto breakfast and everywhere else theygo that day. They’re expected to be on theirgame at all times, and theycarry through with a smile.When they see somethingthat needs to be done, theydo it right away…rather thanwaiting for someone to tellthem to do it as might happenin other jobs.Staffers are part of a team,much more so than mostjobs. The camp staff teamcomes together for one weekof training and preparation,and then operates as a cohesive unit formany weeks afterward. They learn towork together and theteam excels, providing agreat camp experience forthousands of campers.I’ve hadcountless parents speakwith me about the changesthey’ve seen in their childafter a summer workingat camp. Invariably it’s astory of incredible change,of seemingly sudden improvement. Truthbe told, we’ve just given that young persontraining and a vision, and let them carryit out. They’ve made the change on theirown, in a setting of support, with anexpectation of excellence.Sometimes, though, new staffers’parents don’t see the big picture, andjust look at camp as a summer job. Theywonderful to live?This year let’s do something different.This year let’s commit to doing somethingthat will make the earth a better place tolive. This year let’s commit to getting ourunits out there to participate and learnwhat Earth Day is.Does that mean you have to find ahuge park and commit to cleaning upevery bit of trash in a 2 hour time period?No, not at all. Does it mean you shouldfind a project just right for the size and ageof your unit? Absolutely!Cleaning up a park is the perfectway to celebrate Earth Day and it is justthe type of community service projectthat you should be logging into www.goodturnforamerica.org.Compass Pointsgrimace at the trickle of a salary, but don’trecognize the tidal wave of experience,teamwork, job-satisfaction, training,and yes, fun, that their child receives byworking at camp, not to mention the goodthey’re doing in service toyounger youth.I’ve even had a fewapplicants turn down a greatsummer camp job becausetheir parents would ratherthem work a fast-food job, inmy opinion a great loss. Yes,it’s hard to pay for college oncamp staff pay, but having doneit myself I believe the sacrificeis worth the outcome of lifeexperiencethat any other intownjob cannot match.McDonald’s does offer good first-timejobs. I’m not knocking them; lots of peoplegot their start in fast-food. In fact, I’ve readthat an estimated 10% of Americans’ firstjobs were at McDonalds, an impressiveestimate. I do, however, believe that abetter first-job experience waits for olderScouts at summer camp, and that they’llbe a better person because of the staffingexperience.I implore leaders to think about youngpeople that they know, to consider whichones could be those great role models, whichones you would be impressed with werethey staffing at your camp this summer.Talk to the few best young people you canthink of, and encourage them to work atsummer camp. Ask them to visit www.cpcbsa.org/campstaff, and download anapplication. We’d love to talk with them.To celebrate Earth Week in 2008 asthe Cascade Pacific Council let’s all go outduring the time of April 19th -27th andclean up somewhere in your neighborhoodthat could use it. And let’s all get out therein our uniforms to show people that theBoy Scouts of America are committed tomaking the communities that we live inhealthy and safe.You don’t need a large project, or onethat takes up a whole weekend. Just pick aproject that is perfect for your unit and getout there with your uniforms on.Then remember to go to www.goodturnforamerica.org and log yourproject and all the other community serviceprojects and Eagle projects your unit hasbeen participating in.

March- April 2008 Sco u t i n g in a c t i o nPage 11Yesterday’s Boys, Today’s Men, Tomorrow’s LeadersEarly in 2001, a group of boys crossedover from various Cub Scout Packsand became the Viking Patrol of Troop 611in Clackamas, Oregon. These boys spentcountless days and nights together andthis time became the glue that held theVikings together.In December, 2007, the last of theVikings earned his Eagle, making all of themembers Eagles!James Gilbert. For his Eagle project, Jamesdesigned and installed a cattle corral systemfor his High School Land Lab to aid thestudents in working cattle for their annualscience classes. James will be attendingBlue Mountain Community College.Jared Beckler. For his Eagle project,Jared constructed a soccer practice kickwall to provide his high school soccer teamwith a method of improving their scoring.Jared will be attending Western OregonUniversity.Jeremy Rich. For his Eagle project,Jeremy constructed horse shelters for BlueHeaven Riding Academy. Jeremy will beattending Oregon State University.Joe Watzig. For his Eagle project, Joeprovided dozens of books-on-tape for thelocal elementary school to help with theirreading program. Joe will be attendingPortland State University.Nick Powell. For his Eagle project,Nick built benches for Gales Creek Camp,a camp for diabetic children. Nick will beattending Western Oregon University.McKenzie Kramer. For his Eagleproject, Mac cleared several trails on Mt.Talbert and provided signage along thenature paths. Mac will be attending OregonState University.Kyle Volpel. For his Eagle project,Kyle built and installed several dog wasteSeven Scouts from Troop 611 who all started as Cubs andrecently all earned their Eagles.stations along a popular walking/bikingpath along the Willamette River. Kyle willbe attending Blue Mountain CommunityCollege.Not pictured is Keith Hill. Keith poureda concrete handicap access walkway to thePioneer Church in Carver, Oregon. Keithwill be attending Oregon State University.Northwest Antique Airplane Club: Volunteers Sought for Fly-In HelpThe Northwest Antique AirplaneClubs 49th annual Fly-in / Air show,at McMinnville Airport (across fromthe Spruce Goose) is again asking if theBoy Scouts could assist w i t hactivities during the Flyin.Don’tmissthis opportunity toexperience classic andantique airplanes upclose. This is also anopportunity to acquire t h eAviation Merit Badge, nights of campingand many service hours.80 Scouts and Scouters are sought toassist with assigned activities for Friday,Saturday and Sunday. A camping area fortents will be provided for those who plan tostay overnight. All meals will be providedand hot showers are available.Duties would includedirecting car parking,recycle and trashcollection and otheractivities during theweekend. Shifts will be2 ½ hours long.Friday, August 15:11:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday, August 16:7:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday, August 177:00 a.m. – 2 p.m.For more information contact PaulSilveria at: cell 360-607-6005, or paul.silveria@comcast.net

Page 14It’s Boy Scout Recruiting Time!Am e m b e r s h i ptroop open house can be an effective tool to recruit new Scouts into a troop, especiallyin the spring when outdoor activities are on the horizon. Select a date, set up a schoolrally, and make a presentation to the fifth- and sixth-grade boys to spark their interest,then follow up with an invitation to visit the troop.Follow the Troop Open House calendar below for specific suggestions for thisrecruitment plan. For more details on how to conduct a troop open house, see TheBoy Scout Troop Open House, No. 18-706, and the Troop Open House video, No. AV-02V018.Key:CM-CubmasterPLC-Patrol Leaders’ CouncilSM-ScoutmasterSPL-Senior Patrol LeaderTCC-Troop Committee ChairTG-Troop GuideTMC-Troop Membership ChairWDL-Webelos Den LeaderFebruary•March••••Set a date and plan a troop openhouse for March.Conduct a school rally introducingfifth- and sixth-grade boys to Scouting.Have them complete the HighAdventure Survey, No. 34241.Follow up with interested youthby sending a personal invitation tothe troop open house and makinga personal telephone call to theirparents.Hold the troop open house to welcomepotential Boy Scouts and theirparents.Plan a troop activity to get new Scoutsinvolved with the troop shortly afterthey join.April• Sponsor a troop activity for newScouts.• Encourage each troop member to attendMay•summer camp. Conduct summer camporientation to encourage full troopinvolvement.Work closely with new Scouts andparents during their transition to theBoy Scout troop, ensuring their needsare met and that their move has beennatural and fun.Work on rank advancement with new•Scouts.Person Responsible:SM, TMC, SPL•Person Responsible:SM, TMC, SPL•• SM• SM, TMC, SPL• SM, TMC, TG, PLCPerson Responsible:SM, TMC, TG, PLC•• SM, TMCPerson Responsible:TMC •• SM, SPL, TGCub Scout Mascot CostumesYou Can Check Out Through The Volunteer Desk Tiger, Wolf And Bear Costumes ToHelp You With Your Join Activities. Do Not Forget The Tiger Truck Is Available , OneMust Be 25 Years Old Or Older , With Proof Of Insurance.Compass PointsRecruit Tiger Cub DenLeaderGood planning is always a key tosuccess, and recruiting next year’sleaders now is part of good planning. Nowis the time to recruit your Tiger leaders fornext fall. Den Leaders who are recruitedearly have an easier time recruiting a fullden of boys, and allow them to be trainedbefore their meetings start. Here are threesteps to take this month to help identifyTiger Cub Den Leaders:1.2.3.Identify families in your pack whowill have Tiger Cubs next year.Make a list of the kindergartenfamilies the parents in your packalready know.Visit with kindergarten teachers andfind out who the active parents are.(This could be done by the currentTiger Cub leaders who are just out ofkindergarten)Webelos:Your new Boy ScoutsThe 2nd year Webelos experience is notover until each boy goes to Boy Scoutsummer camp with a troop. Webeloswho have chosen not to join a troop stillneed to be strongly encouraged to attendsummer camp with a troop-just becausea boy is not crossing over does not meanhe should miss out on the 2nd yearWebelos camping experience. Webelosand their parents who do cross over needto be registered with their troop as soonas possible.Recruit Tiger CubsEarlyJune 1 is the magical day! Boys who arein Kindergarten now can officially joinCub Scouting on June 1, 2008. To helppacks grow and provide more youthan opportunity to join Cub Scouting,packs are encouraged to start recruitingkindergarten youths. New Tiger Cubscan officially be registered June 1, 2008,but there is no reason to wait until thento start recruiting them. All packs areinvited to do two things.1. Recruit a Tiger Cub den leader,2. Invite kindergarten kids toattend day camp with you.Watch for more information fromyour district executives.

m e m b e r s h i pMarch- April 2008 Page 15William D. Boyce New Unit OrganizerAwardThe William D. Boyce NewUnit Organizer Awardis presented to recognizevolunteers who organize oneor more traditional Scoutingunits. The award may be wornon the adult uniform. The award is a square knot placed over the threecolors representing the three phases of our programs-Cub Scouting, BoyScouting, and Venturing. A volunteer can earn the knot by organizingone traditional unit and a program device can be earned for up to threeadditional units organized. For more information, please contact yourDistrict Executive.December 2007 & January 2008 NewUnits The following are the newest to join CPC:District Type # Charter OrganizationDecemberAmericas Crew 5707 Oregon Youth Champions LeagueAmericas Troop 5711 Oregon Youth Champions LeagueCalapooia Troop 7315 Lebanon Evangelical ChurchLewis & Clark Crew 778 Kern Park Christian ChurchN Clackamas Pack 97 Thompson Rd Bible FellowshipN Clackamas Pack 561 Milwaukie Lutheran ChurchPacific Exploring Crew 148 Sandy Snowboard TeamPacific Exploring Crew 262 Riverdale High Snowboard TeamPacific Exploring Crew 267 Centennial Snowboard TeamPacific Exploring Crew 411 West Linn High Snowboard ClubPacific Exploring Crew 477 Benson High Snowboard TeamPacific Exploring Crew 481 Forest Grove Snowboard ClubPacific Exploring Crew 634 LaSalle Snowboard TeamPacific Exploring Crew 715 Reynolds SnowboardingPacific Exploring Crew 785 Lincoln Snow Board TeamPacific Exploring Crew 817 Oregon Council For HispanicAdvancement - CHIFPacific Exploring Crew 818 Oregon Council For HispanicAdvancement - CHIFPacific Exploring Crew 961 West Salem Snowboard and SkiClubPacific Exploring Crew 989 Westview HS Snowboard ClubPacific Exploring Crew 990 Lincoln High Freestyle Ski ClubThree Rivers Pack 404 New Life Foursquare ChurchThunderbird Crew 664 Knights of Columbus Council#3179Wapiti Crew 2 Meriwether Camp CommitteeJanuaryPacific Exploring Crew 79 Sherwood Snowboard TeamHow to Run a “School Rally”ach troop should start by identifying and contactingEtheir local elementary schools in the spring. The nextstep is to set up a hands-on outdoor presentation duringclass or lunch at the school:• Talk about Scouting’s activities, high adventure andoutdoor experiences.• Make sure to dress in outdoor clothing to createexcitement.• Present a copy of the High Adventure Survey, No.34241.• Ask each boy to complete the survey.• Explain that Scout troops do the kinds of activitieslisted on the survey.• Follow up with the boys who fill out the survey bycalling their parents and inviting them to your troop openhouse.District Membership ChairsCouncil Vice President, MembershipJim Grabski 503.658.8088 jgrabski@jedunn-nw.comPacific Service AreaFort Clatsop Karen Gill 503.325.5108Lewis & Clark Pat Meyer 503.281.9289Pioneer Shellye Dant 503.699.8294Sea Scouts Tim Calderwood 503.639.4310Scoutreach Benita Andrews 503.289.7434Sunset Trail Eric Hearn 503.225.5737Tuality Jim Rossetti 503.648.9398Wapiti Todd McDonald 503.225.5750Columbia Service AreaChinook Jesse Ramieriz 360.274.7147Columbia Gorge Morgan Andersen 360.834.3232Fort Vancouver Maxine Davison 360.366.0296Mid.Columbia Mike Vosika 541.493.4011North Clackamas Scot Forbes 503.225.5736Silver Star Bennett Jacobs 503.225.5738Three Rivers Andrea Raschio 503.759.3764Thunderbird Sally Palmiter 503.667.2109Cascade Service AreaCalapooia Dustin Johnson 541.905.5327Eagle Valley Sharon Larson 503.472.3868Tillamook Sharon Larson 503.472.3868Willamette Scott West 503.769.0629Scouting and Soccer Service AreaAmericas Ramon Rendon 503.252.1159

Page 16g o o d tu r n fo r am e r i c aCompass PointsUnit Honor Roll- Recent Projects from the Cascade Pacific Council.Troop 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORTeam 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORTeam 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORTeam 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORTeam 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORTeam 7259, LDS Dallas First Ward Monmouth Stake Dallas, ORPack 0494, Family Of Christ Lutheran Church Vancouver, WATroop 0149, West Linn Lions Club West Linn, ORTroop 0149, West Linn Lions Club West Linn, ORTroop 0210, Estacada Masonic Lodge #146 AF & AM Sandy, ORTroop 0530, Tualatin Lions Club Tualatin, ORWhat is your unit doing? Report it today onwww.goodturnforamerica.orgGood Turn for America is anational call to serviceSince the BSA’s inception in 1910, members havelearned to live the principles of the Scout Oath andLaw through community service and “helping otherpeople at all times.” With that history in mind, theBSA has developed a service initiative - Good Turn forAmerica.What began with a singular act of service on afoggy London night quickly evolved into daily GoodTurns and then into more encompassing national initiatives.These have included selling war bonds, collectingrubber and scrap metal, growing victory gardens during World War II, and morerecently, Scouting for Food.We now have the opportunity to raise our levels of community service and increaseawareness of the Scouting program within our neighborhoods. Nationally, the Boy Scoutsof America has partnered with The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, the AmericanRed Cross, the American CancerSociety, America’s Second Harvest,and the Department ofHomeland Security to increaseour efforts in meeting the challengesof the 21st century.Good Turn for Americawill build on our members’ andparticipants’ current serviceefforts and will also includeimportant partnerships withother community service organizations.These partnershipswill provide many additionalavenues for all of our membersand participants to providecommunity service in theirneighborhoods.The troop went to the city library. They restackedand reorganized books on the shelves.Chopped fire wood for an elderly person.Visiting various elderly families, and shut ins.Visiting the homebound and elderly.These scouts were cleaning the church for Sunday'smeeting.These scouts were cleaning the church for nextday's meeting.We picked up litter at Klineline Pond.Took carry out orders at the West Linn LionsSausage and Kraut FeedHang American flags in downtownWest Linn, OR on MLK Day.Collected things and made cookies and candyto send to an Army platoon in Germany.Work day at Wildcat Haven. Wildcat is a allvolunteer, non profit habitat for small cats(from African wildcat to cougar) that havebeen given up by people who thought theywere cute when they were just kittens.“Service is Scouting’s greatestlegacy,” Roy L. Williams, ChiefScout Executive“The Salvation Army is proud tobe (a) collaborating organization.We salute you and look forwardto another century of service fromthe Boy Scouts of America.”“Habitat for Humanity supportsGood Turn for America, and wehope that this call to service willinspire more young leaders tobuild better neighborhoods andbetter relationships.”“...the American Red Crossand the Boy Scouts of Americahave enjoyed a close workingrelationship. We believe thatpreparing for an emergencyand learning to prevent injuriesand illnesses are factorsthat contribute to a healthylifestyle.”

March- April 2008 r i s k ma n a g e m e n tPage 172008 Rank Requirement Changes...continuedContinued from pg. 5enjoyment. You can also develop onlinefriendships with Scouts anywhere on theglobe.For all of its benefits, though, theInternet can also present hazards youshould know about and avoid. Mostpeople using the Internet are friendly andhonest. However, there are some who usethe Internet to take advantage of others.There are also Web sites with contentthat is unsuitable for young people. Usethe following guidelines to protect yourprivacy and gain the most good from yourtime online.Whenever you go online: (1) Don’trespond to inappropriate messages or Websites. If you stumble across informationor images that you don’t understand, it’sOK to talk about it with your parent orguardian; (2) Don’t share information suchas your address, telephone number, schoolname, or your parents’ work address ortelephone number, and never send anyphotos via the Internet unless you havepermission; (3) Never agree to meet anyonewho has contacted you online unless yourparent or guardian goes with you.Another hazard of the Internet iscalled the cyberbully. A cyberbully useselectronic communications such as theInternet to harass, threaten, and harmothers. Some tactics that cyberbullies useinclude dissing (spreading damaginggossip about a person), harassment(repeatedly sending hateful messages), andimpersonation (pretending to be someoneelse and posting damaging information toharm another’s reputation).If you feel you are the victim of acyberbully, do not retailiate. Ask thecyberbully to stop. Do not make yourmessage aggressive or emotional. Let thebully know that you will take other stepsif the abuse does not stop. If that does nothelp, tell your parent or guardian rightaway. Cyberbullies can’t be seen when theyare online; this gives them a false senseof security. What they don’t know is thatthey can be found out, caught, and evenpunished.The best way to protect yourself isto be a good online citizen. Don’t postinformation that could be used against youor other people. Stay away from sites thattolerate and encourage bullying. Be kindonline.This requirement is described on pages 165 and 359of the 2008 edition of the Boy Scout Handbook.The Guide to Safe Scouting- A Great ToolThe Scouts in our unit would like to go rafting, what are the rules? We need to do ourannual meeting place inspection, where do we get the forms? Thisinformation, and so much more is available in the Guide toSafe Scouting.The purpose of the Guide toSafe Scouting is to prepareadult leaders to conductScouting activities in a safeand prudent manner. The policiesand guidelines have beenestablished because of the realneed to protect members fromknown hazards that have beenidentified through eighty-plusyears of experience. Limitationson certain activities should not beviewed as stumbling blocks; rather,policies and guidelines are best describedas stepping-stones towardsafe and enjoyable adventures. Theguide is distributed in printed formatby the council, and is also availableonline at http://www.cpcbsa.Unit leaders should be aware ofstate or local government regulationsthat supersede Boy Scouts of Americapolicies and guidelines.GUIDE TO SAFE SCOUTINGUnit Leaders Guide of Current Procedures for Safe Scouting in CubScout Packs, Boy Scout Troops, Varsity Teams and Venturing Crews.Presented by the Cascade Pacific Council2008 Printing by Cascade Pacific Council of the 2008 Guide to Safe Scouting produced by theBoy Scouts of America National CouncilRevised: 1/24/2008Safe Swim DefenseBefore a BSA unit may engage in swimmingactivity of any kind, a minimum of oneadult leader must complete training, havea commitment card with them and agree touse the defenses in these plans. Trainingin this program is available at our BoyScout summer camps and other districtactivities.Safe Swim Defense1. Qualified Supervision: All swimmingactivity must be supervised by a matureand conscientious adult age 21 or olderwho accepts responsibility for the safety ofall participants and is trained in safe swimdefense. It is recommended that all unitshave at least person currently trained as aBSA Lifeguard.2. Physical Fitness: Require evidenceof fitness for swimming activity with acomplete health history from physician,parent or legal guardian.3. Safe Area: When swimming in areasnot regularly maintained and used forswimming activity, have lifeguards andswimmers systematically examine thebottom of the swimming area to determinevarying depths, deep holes, rocks, andstumps. Detailed swimming rules can befound in the Guide to Safe Scouting.4. Lifeguards on Duty: Swim onlywhere there are lifeguards on duty. Forunit swims in area where lifeguards arenot provided by others, the supervisorshould designate two capable swimmersas lifeguards.5. Lookout: Station a lookout on theshore where it is possible to see and heareverything in all areas. The lookout maybe the adult in charge of the swim and maygive the buddy signals.6. Ability Groups: Divide into threeability groups: nonswimmers, beginnersand swimmers. Keep each group in its ownarea. These classification tests should berenewed annually for youth and adults.7. Buddy System: Buddies check inand out of the swimming area together.Emphasize that each buddy lifeguards hisbuddy. Check everyone in the water aboutevery 10 minutes or as needed. Check allareas, count the pairs and compare thetotal with the number known to be in thewater.8. Discipline: Be sure everyoneunderstands and agrees that swimming isallowed only with the proper supervisionand use of the complete safe swimdefense.

Page 18What makes a Leader Trained?t r a i n i n gWe often hear that question. Most leaders know that they need to be trained, but arenot sure exactly what that means. Below are the requirements for each positionto be “trained” in our computer tracking system. If you are registered for one of thesepositions and know that you have not taken all these courses, chances are that you’re notofficially trained. Please see your District Executive or District Training Chair to figureout how to correct this. You and they can either get you the training you need, or usea Training Correction Form to update your records and show you have completed thetraining.Here are the requirements for many positions:• Cub Scout leaders are considered trained when they have completed New LeaderEssentials and the Cub Scout Leader Specific training for their position.• Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they havecompleted New Leader Essentials, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster LeaderSpecific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.• Troop committee members are considered trained when they have completed NewLeader Essentials and the Troop Committee Challenge as their Leader Specifictraining.• Varsity Scout leaders and assistants are considered trained when they have completedNew Leader Essentials, Varsity Scout Leader Specific Training (available April 2002),and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.• Venturing crew Advisors, assistant Advisors, and crew committee members are consideredtrained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and Venturing LeaderSpecific Training.MYSCOUTING PortalNow AvailableThe National BSA organization is makingheadway on a one-stop, one-login websitefor online leader resources such as training,advancement, rechartering, and more. Youcan begin to use this new resource by visitingwww.Scouting.org and clicking on “MyScouting” in the upper left-hand corner.This one-stop site will give youopportunity to have ONE username andpassword that will access all online areas,rather than different ones for each individualsite.On your first visit to the MyScoutingportal, BSA-registered adults can create ausername and password. If you have yourmember number (found on your membercard, distributed in the spring after recharter),it’s a very simple process; if you don’t haveyour member number you can still register byproviding additional contact information.Once logged-in, you’ll find sections(see the left-hand menu) for E-Learning[online training courses], Recharter, andAdvancement.Look for more to come in the future,including a real biggie: ONLINE TOURPERMITS. Online Tour Permits will allowunits to submit tour permit informationonline, have them approved by the localcouncil online, and the approval deliveredback to the unit...all without paper forms.Compass PointsPolaris: NationalYouth LeadershipTrainingScoutmasters, there are members oftroops who are 13, 14, or 15 years oldwho regularly demonstrate they can livethe Scout Oath and Law. They are also FirstClass, Star,Life, or maybeeven EagleScouts.T h e s eScouts areprobably yourleaders, orsoon will be.We can helpyou make these Scouts a major part of yourtroop’s future. They have an opportunityto participate in Polaris, one of thecouncil’s proven youth leadership courses.Along with fun and activities (pioneering,geocache, GPS use, team building), they willContinued pg. 19District Training ChairsPacific Service AreaFt. Clatsop Rod Clark 503.338.3806 rclark@cgcalert.uscg.milLewis & Clark Mary Ellen Hepp 503.335.2738maryellen.hepp@fredmeyer.comPioneer Sherri McPherson 503.558.8556 smcpherson@orcpa.orgSea Scouts Cristi Wilkins cristipdx@yahoo.comSunset Trail Jim Holmstrom 503.524.7853 Scouterjimh@comcast.netTuality Carl Yergen 503.647.5393olgriznmamabear@msn.comWapiti Tom Kroen 503.692.2799 tkroen@yahoo.comColumbia Service AreaChinook Sharon Kuroda 360.423.6564 hoothoot@kalama.comColumbia Gorge Mario Raia 360.254.3603 Mario@combined-IQ.comFt. Vancouver Julie Pond 360.573.2401 juliejpond@msn.comMid-Columbia Jeff McCaw 541.386.4950 jeff@printitinc.comN. Clackamas Carolyn Frietas 503.513.6265 carolyn_freitas@msn.comSilver Star Dennis Moore 360.687.3549 dvldocmoore@aol.comThree Rivers Kathy Morse 503.829.7885 rangerk52@molalla.netThunderbird Dan LeBrun 503.668.8533 lebrun2@verizon.netCascade Service AreaCalapooia Jon Aaberg 541.967.6855Eagle Valley Doug Reynolds 503.662.4112douglas.f.reynolds@tek.comTillamook Sharon Larson 503.472.3868 slarson@cpcbsa.orgWillamette Cott Thompson olcott@open.org

March- April 2008 t r a i n i n gPage 19Polaris: Continued...be introduced to Communicating, Findingthe Vision of a successful troop program,Goal Setting, Planning, Developing Teams,Solving Problems, Leading, Teaching,Making Ethical Decisions, Leading Oneself,Valuing People, and Finding the Meaningof Leadership (Oh yes, there’s more). Theywill then utilize these skills and conceptswhile at Polaris and will be ready to sharethem with others when they return to theirtroops.This summer, three sessions (64 Scoutseach) are scheduled to take place at CampCooper:Session 1 July 6-11Session 2 July 13-18Session 3 July 20-25Teach local history toCub Scouts while helping themmeet their achievements.ScoutSaturdaysfor BoysScout Saturdays bring localhistory to life. Choose from threeinformative, educational andentertaining presentations createdespecially for Tiger, Wolf and Bear Cubs.Cubs satisfy achievments and electives, and receivea Washington County Museum specialty patch.Using the museum’s exhibits and artifacts, thepresenter demonstrates how Native Americans andsettlers used the items in their daily lives. Scout Saturdaysare held on the first and third Saturdays of every month.For more information, visit the councilweb site at www.cpcbsa.org (Training/Council Training Events/Polaris).Applications will be mailed to troopleaders and may be submitted witha deposit orfull payment tothe CampingD e p a r t m e n tb e g i n n i n gFebruary 1, 2008.T h i sopportunity is ona first-come, first-served basis. There is nolimit as to how many qualified Scouts mayparticipate from each troop.Remember, troops are adult-led,boy-run units. Contact Ken Mattson,Course Director, at mattson124@comcast.net.To schedule a group and for more information call 503-645-5353or visit our website at washingtoncountymuseum.org.Basic Leader TrainingThe new Basic Leader Training comprisestwo parts: New Leader Essentials forall unit-level leaders and Leader Specifictraining, which is based on the leader’sunit-level position.Basic Leader Training is designed formaximum flexibility. The sessions can bedelivered over time—training on one ormore evenings a week or month—or in aone-day training event that incorporatesall program areas. It is suitable for largeor small groups and may be presented toleaders of one or more units each time.Each council and district may decide theappropriate delivery method, keeping inmind that the focus is to remove roadblocksand achieve 100 percent trained leaders.New Leader Essentials is anintroductory session that highlightsthe values, aims, history, funding, andmethods of Scouting. It addresses howthese aims and methods are reachedin an age-appropriate style within CubScouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting,and Venturing. Videos, discussions, andhands-on reinforcement are presentedduring the 90-minute training session.Ideally, all unit-based volunteers—CubScout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, andVenturing leaders—take this session at thesame time, so they understand that theyare all striving for the same results with theyouth they serve. Each leader completesNew Leader Essentials training only once.Contact your district training chair ordistrict executive to find out when the nexttraining session in your area is.Benefits of New LeaderEssentials• Assistance in implementing thefull Scouting program withchartered organizations.A better understanding of the•advantages of encouragingyouth and adult volunteers tomove through the traditionalprogram as their youth mature.An awareness of the different•aspects of the Scoutingprogram, which may result inleaders taking advantage ofthose programs for a child in adifferent age group.

c a m p i n gMarch- April 2008 Page 21Free Day Camp ShirtsDay camp shirts will be free in 2008 forCub Scouts whose fees are paid bythe “early-bird date of May 16, 2008.” Thiswill benefit dens by providing shirts prepackagedas ordered. Dens that are paidup by May 16 and submit a shirt orderform by May 16 will find their shirts readyat camp whether they attend the first weekor later weeks.Each camp will also have on-hand anumber of extra shirts in youth and adultsizes for dens that do not pre-order or forthose who would like to purchase extras.The cost for those non-pre-ordered shirtswill be $6 (youth) and $8 (adult) from sizesavailable at camp.Every den is encouraged to pay feesby the early-bird date of May 16. By doingthis, the den will pay a reduced rate forcamp, and be assured of their (free) shirtsbeing ready for them upon arrival atcamp.Opportunity Fund Provides FinancialAssistanceNo Scout should be denied theopportunity to attend camp dueto lack of funds. With this in mind, thecouncil offers an Opportunity Fund whichprovides camperships for eager Scouts.Opportunity Fund applications areavailable at the Scout Service Centers. Theform is two-sided and is downloadablefrom the CPC web site at www.cpcbsa.org.The Opportunity Fund is set up to helpprovide funding for Scouts who cannotafford to attend camp without financialassistance.Use the Opportunity Fund form in lieuof the March session guarantee payment.All Scouts using the Opportunity Fundform should have a reservation and the $10initial sign-up fee paid prior to submittingResident Camp Payments DueThe due date is approaching for thesecond payment for all Boy Scout andCub Scout resident summer camps.The second payment ($50/Scout) isdue March 15 for each Scout who plans toattend a resident summer camp.Families should make each Scoutpayment to the troop or pack. The troopor pack makes the unit payment to theCascade Pacific Council with one check.This payment will help families begin theirsummer vacation planning around Scoutcamp. Units that do not submit paymenton time risk losing spaces to waiting units.To plan for camp, an accurate estimateof Scouts attending camp is needed. Anydecreases completed prior to May 16, 2008will result in all previously paid fees perScout being transferable to the remainingCamps Need Funds for AED’sThe council safety committee recognizes the lifesaving capabilities of Automated ExternalDefibrillators (AED) in emergency situations, and wishes to place AEDs at council campsand properties.An AED Selection Committee selected units that are able to withstand shock,humidity, and temperature fluctuations, and are capable of both youth and adult rescue.Over the next two years we anticipate an inventory of up to two dozen AED unitsdeployed at resident camps, offices and long-termactivities, representing over $40,000 in lifesavingequipment. Each AED will cost about $2,000. Thecouncil needs help to acquire full coverage for ourcamps.Individuals, troops, service clubs, and other groupsare invited to sponsor one or more AEDs for campproperties.For information, contact Jim Hill at 503.225.5744 orjhill@cpcbsa.org.the form.Camperships are based on familyneed and processed on a first-come, firstservedbasis. Applications can be turned inat Volunteer Service Center.Applications may be faxed to thePortland Scout office at 503.225.5733.Applications are due May 1, 2008.Members of the Boy Scouts of Americain the Cascade Pacific Council attending aCascade Pacific Council camp are eligibleto apply.Note: No application can beaccepted unless a unit (or Rover)is registered for camp. Only oneCampership per person per year isawarded.Scouts on the reservation.Decreases in youth attendancebetween May 17, 2008 and two weeks priorto camp will result in a forfeiture of $60per Scout. (These are thedeposit fees.) Decreasesin youth attendance lessthan two weeks priorto camp require Scoutsto meet refund criteria,as printed on the signupform and in theResident Camp Leader’sInformation Guide inorder to qualify for arefund. Refund requestforms must be submittedat camp.Cub Scout Dens SignUp for Camp Now!Summer camp is an important experiencein the life of a Cub Scout. Options includeboth day camp and overnight camps foryour summer adventure. Space is fillingquickly. Sit down with your parents andcommit to your summer plans today. A$10 deposit per Scout is needed for allreservations.Questions can be directed toVolunteer Services at 503.225.5759 orinfo@cpcbsa.org. We look forward toseeing your den at camp!

Page 22High AdventureProgramsStaff at Cascade Pacific Council are veryexcited to be working on challengeprograms for the year 2008. The goal is tohave programs built to not only enthuseolder youths (male and female) and adultsin troops, teams, and crews, but to alsohave the ability to accommodate largernumbers of participants.Reservation forms may be downloadedat the council web site at www.cpcbsa.org/register.C h a l l e n g eprograms include:horse treks, whitewater rafting on theDeschutes (3-daytrips and 1-daytrips), windsurfing,and weekend COPEsessions. All challengeprograms are filledon a first-come, firstservedbasis.C h a l l e n g eprograms are designed for adults as wellas youth who are at least 13 years of ageor older. These programs are specificallydesigned for high adventure experiences.All sign-ups are now open; someonline at www.cpcbsa.org/register.• Horse Trek• Baldwin 1-day rafting - Available toScouts attending Camp Baldwin only.• Baldwin windsurfing - Available toScouts attending Camp Baldwin only.c a m p i n g2008 Summer Camp as of February 25, 20082008Boy Scout CampsBal d w i nMeriwetherPioneerJun29-Jul 5BargainWeek!BargainWeek!Sessions with asterick (*) are Monday start sessions.White boxes represent sessions offered.Jul 6-12Jul 13-19Key:Order of the ArrowCompass PointsRendezvous of the Order and Annual Banquet MissionRendezvous will commence Friday evening, March 7 at Camp Meriwether. Thusbegins an awesome weekend of activities for Wauna La-Mon’tay Lodge members,based on our espionage theme. All OA members are invited and encouraged to attendour annual Lodge fellowship for a weekend of fun and adventure. We also conductour annual Awards and Recognition Banquet on Saturday evening, and members arewelcome to register for the banquet only or the entire weekend. More details, as wellas online registration is available at www.cpcbsa.org/register (scroll down until yousee Order of the Arrow, and click to register for Rendezvous).OA Unit Visitations and New Member ElectionsElections for new candidates for the Order of Arrow continue this month, recognizingthose Scouts who best exemplify the principles of Scouting and scout camping. Thoseelected should be informed as soon as possible so that they can start planning now toattend one of our five Spring Ordeals. If you have any questions, please contact yourdistrict OA Chapter Adviser or our Lodge Adviser Brad Harris at 503-539-8921 (brad@oa-442.org).OA Spring OrdealsEach spring, our Lodge conducts five Ordeal Induction weekends to welcome newmembers into our Lodge. Candidates who have been elected should be receivinginformation through their chapters in order to get signed up as soon as possible. Datesand locations as follows: May 9-10, (Camp Lewis), May 16-18 (Camp Meriwether), May30 - June 1 (Camp Baldwin), June 6-8 (Camp Cooper), and June 13-15 (Camp Pioneer).Registration is available at the Scout Office or online at www.cpcbsa.org/register (scrolldown until you see Order of the Arrow, and click to register for Ordeals).2008 Lodge Service Project ContinuesA lot of progress has been made on the Lodge’s 2008 service project, relocating theTotem Pole campsite at Camp Meriwether and expanding the capacity of BadenPowell campsite. Sites have been cleared, new tent platforms constructed, and workstarted on new patrol shelters. OA members who want to lend a hand are welcomedand encouraged to participate in our remaining workdays on March 22 and April 19.Contact Mark Hutchinson, Lodge Service Adviser at 503-649-1028.Section W-1A ConclaveThe Oregon Trail leads to Camp Lutherwood outside of Eugene for our 2008 SectionW-1A Conclave. Mark your calendars now - September 5-7 for the biggest OA eventheld each year in Oregon.Jul 20-26Jul27-Aug 2Lots of spaceAlmost Full.Call today to get your spot.Aug 4-9Aug10-16Aug17-23Plenty of room, but reserve soonFull. Existing reservations mayadd youth.Hey All Wrangler andCowboy WannabeesHorse rides are available manyweekends at Butte Creek ScoutRanch for members beginning with 2ndyear Webelos and older. An adult rider isrequired for each 2nd year Webelos rider.Camping is available. Tomake a reservation callthe Volunteer ServiceCenter at 503.225.5759or from Vancouver360.693.1741, ext. 759,or download the formfrom the council website at www.cpcbsa.org.

c a m p i n gMarch- April 2008 Page 23Work WeekendsWinter takes its toll on any property, and camps are no exception. Troops and familiescan help camps get ready for a busy summer season by attending one or more workweekends scheduled this spring:Camp Baldwin Family Work Weekend - May 16-18, 2008Cub Scout OutdoorActivity AwardButte Creek Family Work Day - May 31, 2008Camp Cooper Family Work Weekend - May 30-June 1, 2008Camp Ireland Work Days - May 10, June 14, 2008Camp Lewis Work Days - May 3, 2008Meriwether Scouters’ Work Weekend - April 18-20, 2008Camp Pioneer Beaver Weekend - June 6-8, 2008Camp Pioneer Black Bear Weekend - September 12-14, 2008Tiger Cubs, Wolf and Bear CubScouts, and Webelos Scouts havethe opportunity to earn the Cub ScoutOutdoor Activity Award. Scouts may earnthe award in each of the program years aslong as the requirements are completedeach year. The first time the award isearned, the Scout will receive the pocketflap award, which is to be worn on theright pocket flap of the uniform shirt. Eachsuccessive time the award is earned, aWolf track pin may be added to the flap.Leaders should encourage Scouts to buildon skills and experiences from previousyears when working on the award for asuccessive year.Information can also be found on thecouncil web site at www.cpcbsa.org.Royce Finel Work Days - March 1, May 17, 2008Scouters’ Mountain Work Day - June 6-8, 2008Medical Corps Neededat CampsMany camps acrossthe country providemedical services eachsummer through visitingnurses and doctorswho plan a week ortwo to spend at camp.This makes for a funescape for the medicalspecialist, and is a greathelp to the camp. Cascade Pacific Councilis interested in building up a MedicalCorps of professional medical volunteers(Physician, EMT, LPN, RN, NP, LVN, PA)who would like to plan a week or two ofvacation at a summer camp. Interested?Please contact Jim Hill at 503.225.5744 orjhill@cpcbsa.org.Ice Cream Parties at Baldwin!Ranger Larry is offering ice cream feedsto troops that adopt a project at CampBaldwin this spring. Troops are encouragedto contact Larry (lclark@cpcbsa.org) tofind a project that meets their skills andinterests, and schedule time to completetheir projectthis spring.T h eAdopt a Projectprogram is infull swing atBaldwin, withmany projectsbeing adoptedby troops,service clubs,the staff alumniassociation andother groups.All this service adds up to better facilitiesfor summer camp for your Scouts. Learnmore about adopting a project at www.cpcbsa.org/adopt.Participation in the Adopt a Projectprogram also counts toward HodagAward requirements. Information aboutthis unique service award can be foundat www.cpcbsa.org/camp-properties/serviceaward.

March- April 2008 Page 25Each day camp is a Nationally AccreditedCamp, assuring a safe and fun program.they bring along. A barbeque dinner isserved at each camp on the final day,and families are invited to join in (at a nominal cost) so theycan share the excitement of camp with their Cub Scout. Thisgathering of families is important to the boys, as they areproud of the things they did over the week.Day camping in Cascade Pacific Council is a greatadventure right in your local community. See you at day camp!Day Camp Details:With day campsthroughout the council,there’s sure to be oneclose to your den!WASHINGTONOREGONWho?Day Camp is great camp for TigerCubs and Cub Scouts. Webelos can attend, butmight find overnight camping at Gilbert Ranchand Adventure Cove more suited to their agelevel and interests.Food?Participants bring their own sacklunches each day of camp. There is abarbeque dinner served on the last day ofcamp, at a nominal cost of $5.00 per person.Families are invited to join in that barbeque.Housing?Day camp is a daytimeadventure; boys go home each night, soovernight accommodations are not available.Advancement?Day camps provide a listof possible requirements in the leader guideprovided to each den in the spring.Fees?Camp fees range from $54 to$80 for youths (discounts are available forearly payment and for Friends of Scoutingcampaign unit participation). Adults are free,with exception of BBQ dinner on final day,which is $5 per person.Dates?Each day camp operates Mondaythrough Friday:Camp Discovery Day Camp (Portland) will beheld in 2008 near Happy Valley, Oregon on July7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28-Aug 1, andAug 4-8. $58 to $80 per youth.Camp Ireland (Hillsboro) will be held in 2008 inHillsboro, Oregon on July 9-13, July 16-20, July23-27, July 30-Aug 3, and Aug 6-10. $58 to $80per youth.Camp Lewis (Battle Ground) will be held in2008 near Battle Ground, Washington on July16-20, July 23-27, and July 30-Aug 3. $58 to$80 per youth.Willamette Day Camp (Salem) will be held in2008 near Salem, Oregon on July 9-13 and July16-20. $52 to $71 per youth. $58 to $80 peryouth.Now accepting reservationsfor day camp!Calapooia Day Camp (Albany) will be heldnear Albany, Oregon on July 21-25, 2008.$54 to $75 per youth.Chinook Day Camp (Longview) will be heldnear Longview, Washington on July 14-18,2008. $54 to $75 per youth.Eagle Valley Day Camp (McMinnville) will beheld near McMinnville, Oregon on July 14-18,2008. $54 to $75 per youth.Fort Clatsop Day Camp (Astoria) will be heldnear Astoria, Oregon on June 23-27, 2008.$54 to $75 per youth.Mid-Columbia Day Camp (The Dalles) will beheld near The Dalles, Oregon on June 23-27,2008. $54 to $75 per youth.Tillamook Day Camp will be held nearTillamook, Oregon on June 23-27, 2008. $54to $75 per youth.25

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March- April 2008 c a l a p o o i a di s t r i c tPage 27District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Goodturn13 Roundtable7:00 PM LDS Stake Center,Lebanon20 Commissioner’s Meeting7:00 PM Pizza Factory, Lebanon26 District Committee Meeting7:00 PM Old Albany ArmoryApril10 Roundtable7:00 PM LDS Stake Center,Lebanon17 Commissioner’s Meeting7:00 PM Pizza Factory, Lebanon19 Fishing DerbyPOC is Kevin Russell 967-7419 orpharmbeaver@comcast.net26 Pinewood DerbyPOC is Rob Knight30 District Committee Meeting7:00 PM Old Albany ArmoryMEMBERSHIP GOALS FOR 2008 are set!Calapooia needs 960 scouts by Nov 31 for2% growth. 743 scouts by June 30 for 1%growth. With recharter still to input thatleaves us with a starting number of around660 scouts to start with. This means 83 NewScouts by June and additional 216 NewScouts by Nov 31. To put some perspectiveon this, Calapooia packs, troops and crewsbrought in over 265 the last 4 months of2007. This is so in our reach and is a keycriteria for achieving Quality District.TIGER RUSH The key is early recruitmentof Tigers in the Spring. For each Tigerbrought in now, it means less recruiting inthe Fall, it gets him to a summer experience,and he generally brings in an adult or bigbrother. Bringing in 45 new tigers for June,could mean 90-100 new Cub Scouts beforeJune. To have most of our recruiting donebefore soccer season, whoa!BOY SCOUTS are also desperately needed.Problem is this is a low Webelos year.Calapooia is going to have to look at NewBoy Scouts and Venturers from outside theprogram to achieve growth. Two of thebest, techniques are Peer-to-Peer recruitingand Open Houses. The DE has materialand software available to assist. Also, linkDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanTom CorrH/541.258.4361up with a pack when they do their SpringRound Up and snag the 5th graders. Let’sbe Scouting Strong in 2008!District Committee Business Meeting isApril 30, 2008 at the Old Albany Armoryat 7 pm. The District Slate will bepresented and voted upon at that time.Eligible voters are encouraged to attend.Eligible voters are District CommitteeMembers, Members-at-Large, CharterRepresentatives or their Executive Officer.Please, join u in determining the future ofthe Calapooia District.Calapooia District Award Dinner Arrrr youready for the 2008 District Awards Dinner,Mateys? Pirates will be the theme. It willbe held on May 1st, at Eastside ChristianChurch in Albany at 6:30 pm. Mark yourcalendars now. More information canbe found at Roundtable in the comingmonths. Nominations will accepted for allawards up until April 12th. To see a list ofthe awards, go to the District web site orcome to Roundtable and pick up a form.For questions, please call Chris Williams at926-2580 or Scott Johnson at the office.Cub Scout Fishing Derby Mark yourcalendars! The Cub Scout Fishing Derbywill be on Saturday, April 19th from 8-11AM at Waverly Lake in Albany. TheDerby is on a different day than DistrictPinewood Derby this year so more boyscan participate in both. All members of thefamily are welcome but, only Cub Scoutsget to compete in the derby and get a doorprize. There will be fishing tackle prizesfor biggest fish and first 5 trout limit andevery Cub Scout will get a fishing tackleitem to take home. We are hoping NWSteelheaders will be there this year to helpboys catch fish and clean and cook theircatch. For more information contact KevinRussell at 967-7419 or pharmbeaver@comcast.netLOCK IN for 2008 was a fantastic success!Over 818 cub scouts, leaders, and parentsattended the event at the Linn CountyEXPO Center in Albany. Over a 150venders, event coordinators, communityand scouting volunteers provided activitiesfor the youth..(INSERT Pictures here)District CommissionerRichard ChandlerH/541.928.2865echand1029@cox.netwww.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/calapooia/calapooia.htmlCAMPOREE Registrations is available online beginning March 1. $7 per person.The Camporee Committee still has tolook it over but we are looking at CampAlpine by Philomoth. Alternate site willbe Camp Morrison. Guides, handouts andlocation will be available during the MarchRoundtable. Still looking for additionalcommittee members, contact Scott 928-6694if interested.District Volunteers are needed for thefollowing positions:UNIT Commissioners!! Needed inSweet Home, Lebanon, South County andAlbany. Contact Richard Chandler (541)491-3972Public Relations Committee Memberscontact Scott Johnson 928-6694Membership Committee, especiallyNew Unit Coordinators, help train andstand up new units. Contact Scott Johnson928-6694District Executive Scott JohnsonDistrict ExecutiveScott W. Johnson541.928.6694sjohnson@cpcbsa.org

Page 28District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill / Good – Turn Day5 FOS Turn in Day - by apptfor evening hours, call 423-69606 District Commissioners’ Meeting,6:30 pm, LDS Stake Center,900 11th Ave., Longview6 District Committee Meeting,7:30 pm, LDS Stake Center,900 11th Ave., Longview13 Roundtable/OA, 7 pm,900 11th Ave., Longview,13 FOS Turn in at Roundtable14 IOLS, Introduction to OutdoorLeader Skills, contact SharonKuroda, 360-423-656415 IOLS, Introduction to OutdoorLeader Skills20 FOS Turn in Day – by appt forevening hours, call 423-696022 District Webelos Crossover,Contact Jesse Ramirez,Membership Chairman,360-274-714725 Key 3 meeting27 FOS Turn in Day – by appt forevening hours, call 423-6960April1 FOS Turn in Day - by apptfor evening hours, call 423-69603 Commissioners’ Meeting,6:30 pm, LDS Stake Center,900 11th Ave., Longview3 District Committee Meeting,7:30 pm, LDS Stake Center,900 11th Ave., Longview10 Roundtable/OA, 7 pm,900 11th Ave., Longview,FOS TURN IN ATROUNDTABLE15 FOS Turn in Day – by appt forevening hours, call 423-696022 Key 3 meeting22 FOS Turn in Day – by appt forevening hours, call 423-696025-27 District Camporee at Trojan Park,see Chinook District page atwww.cpcbsa.org for info29 FOS Turn in Day – by appt forevening hours, call 423-6960District ContactsDistrict ChairmanVacantc h i n o o k di s t r i c tSpring RecruitmentWe are right there to get ready for astrong Spring Recruitment and grab asmany Tigers as possible. Lets set a goal andbeat last years 73 Tigers recruited, I knowthis District can do it as “we go whereno one has gone before” in the very wisewords of Gene Roddenberry. To make iteasier this year, set up the committees nowthat will be doing the recruiting so they areready when we have our District Training.Friends of ScoutingWe are pushing towards our goalsnow everyone. To be a Centennial QualityDistrict we NEED to make these FOS goals.So far we have done presentations andtrainings; we will continue to go after theunits that need help to get money in. OurFamily Goal is $27,000. Our CommunityGoal is $9,500. WE CAN DO THIS but onlywith everyone’s help. We will, and I meanwill be Centennial Quality District all theway into the 100th anniversary and beyondtogether. Our Fundraising Committeefor the “Second Annual Fundraiser” isworking on a Breakfast for Scouting inMarch and we will be advertising this. Thisis to get businesses involved in our districtfor our boys; the Community should be abig part of Scouting as we all benefit fromraising our children with the values thatScouting teaches. The presentations arevery important and getting your businessinvolved is equally important. We won’tdo this unless we can do it together. Wehave all heard how it “Takes a village toraise a child”, well isn’t that what each andevery unit is doing by instilling the valuesinto our youth and future with Scouting?Now is the time to get involved. Call TamiPerry for more information and materialsat (360) 423-6960.Camporee on April 25-27There is a new Sheriff in town and hisname is Dan Kersenbrock. He is organizingand heading up the Camporee this yearand really putting a lot of time into it tomake it a great program. Please go to theDistrict page at www.cpcbsa.org wherethe dos and don’ts and events are so youwill know what to expect. This is a leaveno trace event - so what you bring in youin turn carry out. There will be some minorchanges and you will be notified of those asDistrict CommissionerBrad PylH/503.397.5033bradpyl@msn.comwww.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/chinook/index.htmlCompass Pointsthey come down. This year we are workingon doing the online registration at www.cpcbsa.org so you can register at home. Itwill be online soon (if it isn’t already) soyou can reserve your place and we haveaccurate counts for our records. This willhelp with check in, but remember you willneed a Trojan Waiver for each and everyperson, child or adult, that will be there aswell. Those are in the office and we will tryto get it electronically on www.cpcbsa.orgas well to make it easier.Congratulations to the GreatChinook District - CentennialQuality District in 2007It was wonderful to see everyone pulltogether for a common cause – the causeof Scouting and our children. Thank youto all here who participated in the eventsand volunteered their time. This District isgetting noticed, now it is up to us to keepup and stay on top, a challenge we are morethan ready for. 1) FOS goals will be met byMay 15th 2) Membership will continueto grow and we will continue to makerecords with our Tiger Cub recruiting and3) We are looking for YOU for the DistrictCommittee and Commissioner force. Onlyyou, the best Scouters in the Council, willcontinue to push us into the future to bringScouting to all of our children. Lets workon closing a few jails instead of buildingmore and keep recruiting the young menwho will learn and internalize the ScoutOath and law. The future here is ours andwe are about to take it to the next level.FOS Community Event ScheduledWe are having a community breakfastat the Monticello Hotel on March 28th,from 6:45AM to 8 AM this year. Please askyour employers and co-workers to attend.The guest speaker is Rick Winsman,Eagle Scout and President, CEO of Kelso/Longview Chamber of Commerce. The costis only $10.00 for an excellent breakfast,pre-registration is required. (360) 423-6960.The money donated here stays here, pleasehelp us to fill the room so we can continueto help Scouts with character development,citizenship training, and personal fitness.Now is the time to support your districtfor your youth and our future leaders.District ExecutiveTami PerryB/360.423.6960tperry@cpcbsa.org

c o l u m b i a go r g e di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 29District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Day6 Commissioner Staff Meeting,6:30 PM Hearthwood LDS Bldg6 District Committee Meeting,7:30 PM Hearthwood LDS Bldg13 Roundtable, 7:00pm atHearthwood LDS Bldg15 Training: NLE, CS, BS, VAR,VEN, YP18 Boy Scout Training Session 220 OA Chapter Meeting21-22 Intro to Outdoor Leader SkillsApril3 Commissioner Staff Meeting,6:30 PM Hearthwood LDS Bldg3 District Committee Meeting,7:30 PM Hearthwood LDS Bldg6 Candy Sale Ends10 Roundtable, 7:00pm atHearthwood LDS Building17 OA Chapter Meeting25-27 District CamporeeCandy SaleThe Candy Sale is under way andis running until April 6th. The questionremains, which unit will be the top sellingunit? Remember the Sale ends April 6th, allmoney and products need to be returnedat that time. For questions, call Ed Brandsat 360-253-9494 or email at edbrands@comcast.net.Friends of ScoutingThe Friends of Scouting effort isheating up in the Great Columbia GorgeDistrict. Some of our units have alreadymet their Presidential Goal. Many of ourunits are doing better this year than everbefore. If you have not already turnedin your packets please bring them toRoundtable. If you have any questionsrelating to your unit’s FOS campaign pleasecall Bo Henderson @ 360-693-1741 x742 oremail at bhenderson@cpcbsa.org.District Award’s DinnerMark your calendars our DistrictDinner / Awards Ceremony will be heldSaturday, May 3rd. The time and locationwill be announced soon. This will be thefirst opportunity you will have to meetthe new district members for 2008. Also,there will be up to four District Award ofDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanTom CrozierH/360.335.8292thomascrozier@prodigy.netMerit recipients. Please come and join usin recognizing them for their outstandingwork. For more information contact Bobor Gracie Warden at 360-896-6678 or emailthem at bob@warden.biz.District Awards NominationsEvery year the Columbia Gorge Districtgives out awards in the following areas.District Award of Merit, Outstanding SparkPlug Award, Community Service Award,Rookie of the Year Award, InspirationalAward, Distinguished Award, ScoutingFamily Award and the Extra Mile Award.All nominations for any of these awardsare due to Michele Sullivan by the April10th Roundtable. If you have questionsabout any of these awards please contactMichele Sullivan at 360-695-4493 or emailat suileabhain@juno.com.Camporee 2008This year Camporee will be held April25-27. You should have received a packetin the mail that contains the materials youneed to register for this event. The fee is$9.00 for each person who signs up online.Registration at the door will be $12.00 perattendee. You can register online at www.cpcbsa.org/register. Each person whoattends Camporee will receive a Camporeepatch. In addition to having fun atCamporee, this event encourages boys tosharpen their scouting skills, teaches themnew activities, and prepares Webelos forthe troop method of scouting. If you haveany questions about Camporee please callRobert Stuart at 360-600-6985 or rstuartcd@comcast.net.Training March 15thTraining will be held on March 15th atthe Hearthwood LDS building beginningat 8am. We will be offering New LeaderEssentials, Cub Scout Specific Training,and Boy Scout Training. The 2nd portion ofBoy Scout Training will be held on March28th and the Outdoor Skills session will beheld March 21st-22nd.Spring RecruitingIf your Pack or Troop has not developeda Spring Recruiting plan now is the time tostart recruiting new youth into your units.Packs should begin to invite Kindergartnersto the Pack events and hold a Spring PackJoin Night. Each Troop should hold aDistrict CommissionerEd GreenH/360.254.2193egreen1145@comcast.netTroop Open House beginning in March.This is a great opportunity for new familiesto see all the fun that your unit has to offerand for families that are not currently inScouting to have the opportunity to joinand go to summer camp with your unitthis summer. If you need help creatinga spring recruiting plan call our districtMembership Chair, Morgan Andersen at360-834-3232.Cub Scout Camp SignupsNow is the time to plan for thissummer’s camp adventure. If your pack orden has not signed up for Cub Scout Daycamp or Resident camp there is still spaceavailable but camps are filling up fast. Tosignup, simply download a form from thecouncil webpage or visit the council officeand reserve your spot today. Surveys showthat boys that attend camp are much morelikely to stay in scouting then those thatdon’t.District ExecutiveBo HendersonB/360.693.1741 ext. 742B/503.225.5742bhenderson@cpcbsa.org

Page 30District CalendarMarch1-31 Spring Product Sale continues6 District CommissionerMtg 6:15 PM McMinnvilleCooperative Ministries 544 NE2nd Ave, McMinnville6 District Committee Meeting, 7:00PM at McMinnville CooperativeMinistries 544 NE 2nd Ave,McMinnville8 Trainer Development ConferenceBeaverton Stake Center13 Roundtable, 7:00 PMMcMinnville CooperativeMinistries 544 NE 2nd Ave,McMinnville15 Commissioner Training, Portland15 Spring Camp Payments DueApril3 Annual Business Meeting ofthe Eagle Valley District7:00 PM McMinnvilleCooperative Ministries544 NE 2nd Ave3 District CommissionerMeeting, 6:15 PMMcMinnville CooperativeMinistries 544 NE 2nd Ave,McMinnville3 District Committee Meeting,7:15 PM McMinnvilleCooperative Ministries 544 NE2nd Ave, McMinnville7 Spring Product Sale Ends,Paperwork Due to Ellen Mills10 Roundtable, 7:00 PMMcMinnville CooperativeMinistries 544 NE 2nd Ave,McMinnville21 Salem Eagle Scout Banquet, 6:00PM, Salem Convention Center,22 Pack Growth CoordinatorMeeting, 7:00 PM Portland StakeCenterFriends of ScoutingEagle Valley District is well on their wayto reaching its financial goal to supportScouting. Our community goal this yearis $20,000 and the Family Goal is similarat $29,000. All units/wards should striveto reach their FOS Goal. For those of youwho love to golf or would like to supportScouting by participating in a great pastDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanVacante a g l e valley di s t r i c ttime, look forward for more informationabout a first ever Eagle Valley District GolfTournament of some kind. The committeeis busy at work and hoping you will jointhem for some fun later this year.MembershipUnits – both old and new! Eagle ValleyDistrict will have 100% unit retention in2007. This is a wonderful accomplishmentand unit leaders as well as CharterRepresentatives and unit commissionersshould be very excited. The CascadePacific Council is conducting a new unitblitz Mar 4-5 to help us identify and growScouting units within the districts. Thisis necessary to meet the needs of today’sbusy families where young people andtheir parents are participating in multipleactivities throughout the week. They needa chance to join a pack or troop when it’sconvenient to attend. For this to occur, thedistrict must have enough “gas stations”where families can fill up on the Scoutingprogram. If any of you feel passionatelyabout growing the number of Boy Scouttroops, Cub Scout packs or VenturingCrews, or have a contact, like your church,community group or school, please contactSharon Larson at 503-472-3868.Troops: Begin now planning for yourSpring Troop Open House. This conceptdone correctly could help your troop grow.This is the perfect time of year to meet newboys who thought they were too cool forCub Scouts or who have recently movedinto the community. Yamhill Countycontinues to grow with new families everyyear and every boy deserves the chanceof becoming an Eagle Scout, even if theyweren’t a Webelos Scout first.Packs: Tiger and Cub Scout LEADER andYOUTH Spring Recruitment. Begin nowworking with your Kindergarten teachersto identify your new Tiger Leaders. Also,don’t pass over your first grade teachersbecause many of the packs don’t havestrong Tiger Dens this year. The emphasisis on Tigers and Wolves, or any age forthat matter! Your pack can have as manyrepresentatives as are interested attend thenext Pack Growth Meeting being held onApril 22nd at 7:00 PM at the Portland LDSStake Center located at 9901 SE CaruthersSt, Portland. There will be representativesfrom packs all over the Council. Come andDistrict CommissionerJody Hall503.662.3052jodymhall@yahoo.comCompass Pointslearn how you can integrate ideas and yearround Cub Scout recruiting at events youalready participate in.Venturing: Our largest pool of eligibleyouth to join Scouting is in Venturing. Weshould look for opportunities to inviteHigh School students to join Venturing.Many students who are not on a varsitysports team or Student Government areskilled leaders waiting for a chance tospread their wings. Venturing offers thisopportunity to them and their peers.New VolunteersIt is with gratitude that we welcomeCharles Green as the Boy Scout RoundtableCommissioner and Paula Becker as amember of the Nominating Committee.These are two very important positions inhelping the district achieve a strong and fullprogram at both the unit and district level.Thank you so much to each of you! Do youknow a Scouter who no longer participatesat the unit level? If so, please let him orher know that there are many ways theycan continue to serve Scouting and youngpeople. Many positions are short-term andfun. Contact Sharon Larson at slarson@cpcbsa.org or 503-472-3868 and she willforward the names on to district committeechairs and the Nominating Committee.Training OpportunityAre you new to Scouting? Or have youbeen serving youth for a long time now?Either way, updating your training is agreat way to reconnect with the mission andpurpose of Scouting as well as learn againthe methods used to deliver the Scoutingprogram which makes it the most effectiveyouth development program around. Thedistrict training team has scheduled atraining directed at all levels of Scoutingfrom Cub Scouts through Venturing onApril 26th. Included in this session oftraining will be New Leader Essentials,Cub Master, Den Leader, Webelos Leader,Cub Committee, Charter Representative,Scoutmaster, Varsity and Venturing leaderand Committee. If you are willing andable to help train, please contact DougReynolds to find out what the districtsneeds are. We are looking forward to astrong year of leader training – both basicand more advanced to Woodbadge andeven Philmont Training Ranch?Sr. District ExecutiveSharon LarsonB/503.472.3868slarson@cpcbsa.org

March- April 2008 Page 31District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill – Goodturn1 Camp Royce-Finel Cleanup6 District Committee Meeting13 Order of Arrow Chapter Meeting14 Day Camp Early BirdRegistration18 Commissioners Meeting20 RoundtableApril3 District Committee Meeting8 Commissioners Meeting10 OA11-13 Pre camp Camporee/ OutdoorLeader Training17 RoundtableStanding Calendar Locations*District Committee – Medix, 2325 DolphinAve, Warrenton.*OA Chapter – Masonic Temple, 1572Franklin Avenue, Astoria.*Commissioner Staff – First PresbyterianChurch, 1103 Grand Avenue, Astoria.*Roundtable – LDS Church, 350 NiagaraAvenue, Astoria.Thank You:Tom Grimm and the Camp Royce-Finelgroup for getting the camp up and runningagain after the storm!Bob and Barbara Blue for all you do at theMt. Hood Snow Lodge!Mike Umbriaco for “wearing two hats”and keeping this district going!Alex Karnes and team for a GREATPinewood Derby!All who prepared such wonderful Blueand Gold celebrations!Judy VanWinkle for ALLDistrict ContactsDistrict CommissionerMike UmbriacoH/503.458.5387mudu@century.netof the FOSefforts!Candy and Pepperoni sales people!! Youare doing great!VOLUNTEERS, MOMS, DADS,GRANDMAS AND GRANDPAS formaking scouting happen in ClatsopCounty!Camporee: Tuality District has invitedFt. Clatsop Troops and Webelos scouts toparticipate in their Camporee May 2 – 4 atthe Jewel Elk Refuge.Pre Camp Camporee and Basic LeaderOutdoor Training will be April 11 – 13f o r t cl at s o p di s t r i c tQuestions – contact Mike Clark, districtcamping chairmanTake it Apart Night was held at theNovember meetingof Pack 211.Parents and thriftshops were askedfor donations ofthings the boyscould disassemble(engines, radios,telephones etc.). Parents were asked tobring screw drivers, hammers, pliers etc. Itwas pretty easy and the price was right!!!REI PEAK: Webelos Scouts from Pack 211attended the REI Peakprogram in Novemberand found that Stan andPhil had lots of goodinformation and fungames to play to teach thescouts about respectingthe out of doors. Theden also enjoyed therock climbing wall.Trail Blazer Pinewood Derbyand Game: Jewell Cub Scout Pack 121participated in the Portland Trail BlazerCub Scout Pinewood derby Feb. 1 at theRose Garden inPortland before thegame with NewYork. The boysearned the moneyfor their trip byselling popcorn inthe fall.In addition to running theircars and cheering the Blazersto victory, one of the scouts– Thomas Meehan – won achance to go courtside andHi-5 the Blazers as they cameonto the court.Eagle Scout in Iraq:Eagle Scout Sean Johnson,formerly of Troop 211 FortClatsop District, is currentlyserving in the Army 10thMountain Division, 3/89Cavalry, stationed in Iraqfor his second tour of duty.District DirectorDavid NoyesB/503.225.5731dnoyes@cpcbsa.orgSean received his Eagle in October 2001and is a Vigil member of the Order of theArrow. Following his graduation fromAstoria High School, Sean worked asan Interpretive National Park Ranger atFort Clatsop National Memorial whileattending Clatsop Community College andalso worked as a US Forest Service Rangerat Great Falls MT for one summer.He was very active with the Lewisand Clark Bicentennial events portrayingGeorge Shannon, a member of the L&Cexpedition. Sean’s Eagle project in 2001was the preparation and cleaning of theFort for the bicentennial celebration. Heplayed a major role in the rebuilding ofFort Clatsop after it was destroyed by firein 2005.He joined the Army in September 2006entering as a Private First Class (third rankusually not attained until after one or twoyears) because of his Eagle Rank and twoyear college degree. He graduated fromAdvanced Individual Training at Fort KnoxKY in February 2007 as a Cavalry Scout.Sean earned the Excellence in CavalryAward and was awarded the “Living theArmy Values” Award.He told his parents that the ArmyValues were similar to the Scout Lawwhich made the training period and beingin the Army easier for him. Like all soldiersthroughout history, he loves to receive mailand photos from home. You can write tohim at:PFC Sean Johnson, Alpha Troop 3/89 Cav,FOB Loyalty, APO AE 09390-1546.Eagle Scout Sean Johnson serving in the Army 10th Mountain Division in Iraq.Scouting CoordinatorKaren Gill503.325.5108Karen Gill@cpcbsa.org

Page 32District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Good Turn Day4 District Committee meeting,7pm, Hillcrest Church of theNazarene, 14410 NW 21st. Ave12 Eagle Boards, Bob Ellingwood(rgellingwood2@msn.com)13 Roundtable! 7pm, LDS StakeCenter, 9729 NE 50th Ave13 Boy Scout Leader Specific #313 FOS Turn-in at Roundtable14-15 Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills,Camp Lewis27 FOS Turn-in- call DE Kate toschedule a timeApril1 District Committee Meeting9 Eagle Boards10 Roundtable12 District Pinewood derby25-27 Camporee, Pleasant View Farmin FelidaCamporee- April 25-27We are camping on the shores of LakeRiver this year, at Pleasant View Farms.Our sharp troops are already working onstations for camporee, and it promises toonce again be a memorable event! A fewthings to keep in mind- any water stations/activities need to be led and monitored bySafe Swim/ Safety Afloat trained adults(this training can be found at http://www.cpcbsa.org/training/safeswim/index.html).Also- it’s a great idea to bring ear-plugs,as the trains do rumble a bit at night. Theapproximate cost will be $11. Questions,contact the great and marvelous DennisRoberts at 360-608-5526. Registration willbe available online by mid-March.Candy SaleThis is a great, council supportedfundraiser that can even be done by asingle den, patrol, or scout in your unit.In addition to the Hershey’s candy barsand Tillamook meat sticks that we’vesold in the past, we’re also selling cookiedough. Yum! Questions contact DistrictCandy Chair Tom Gray at 360-604-6088 ortomgrayassoc@hotmail.com.District Award of MeritIt’s not too late to submit a nominationfor District Award of Merit! This year, we’llDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanRick KlausH/360.887.7665,bsa@klausfamily.netf o r t va n c o u v e r di s t r i c trecognize three worthy volunteers fromthe Ft. Vancouver district with this honor.Any registered leader can be nominated,but it should be a secret from the nominee.Questions and nominations can be directedto Gene McGlothlin, elmcglothlin@comcast.net or 360-609-4274 (cell phone).District Pinewood DerbyApril 12th, 9728 NE 50th Ave.- Makesure your cars are built according to therules. Dave has started calls to put thecommittee together- if you have anyburning comments, be sure to contact him.Questions contact David Hunt at david@thehuntclub.us or 360-607-1712.Friends of ScoutingEvery family should have theopportunity to give- and we do need acard back from every family, even if theanswer is “not at this time”. This is a greatchance to share the scouting story withnew and returning parents alike, and alsomake sure that everyone is tapping intothe council resources that are available.Questions contact FOS Family ChairLoren Sickles lorensickles@comcast.netor DE Kate Benson, kbenson@cpcbsa.org360-693-1741 x752.Goodwill DayMarch 1st - Have fun taking partin this council-wide service project tothe community. Segments and patchesrecognizing participation will be availableat Roundtable on March 13th- be sure tobring a roster of participating Scouts totrade for the segments and patches.New Tiger Cub LeadersDo you know who this year’skindergarten parents are? One of them willbe your tiger cub leader next fall. The bestway to bring them on board is to get themplugged in early, so that their son can go tosummer camp this summer, and they canset aside time for training before they’rerunning tons of den meetings.District DinnerSave the date- Friday, May 16th- 9728NE 50th Ave. We have the best dinner inthe council! Cost is $10/person, and wellworth it. RSVP to Anne MacEnerny-Ogleat macogle@pacifier.com .District CommissionerDennis RobertsH/360.254.9128twobears25@earthlink.netwww.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/ft_vancouver/index.htmlDistrict Executive Kate BensonCompass PointsTRUSTWORTHY LOYAL HELPFUL FRIENDLY COURTEOUS KINDSCOUTINGCHANGES LIVESOBEDIENT CHEERFUL THRIFTY BRAVE CLEAN REVERENTDistrict ExecutiveKate BensonB/360.693.1741 ext. 752kbenson@cpcbsa.org

l e w i s an d cl a r k di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 33District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Day4 District Leadership Meeting,7 pm, LDS Church, 29th & SEHarrison13 Roundtable, 7 pm, Rose CityPark United Methodist, 58th &NE Alameda29 Cuboree, 9am – 3 pm, Cubworldat Scouter’s Mountain24 – 28 Spring BreakApril1 District Leadership Meeting,7 pm, LDS Church, 29th & SEHarrison4 Spring Product Sale Ends10 Roundtable, 7 pm, Rose CityPark United Methodist, 58th &NE Alameda? Spring Product Sale SettlementsDue? Cub/Boy Scout Leader Specific,NLE, Youth Protection Training? Top Team Meeting, 7 pm, LDSChurch, 9901 SE CaruthersScout Sunday was a big success thisyear, with Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts andVenturers participating in Christianservices throughout our District on Sunday,February 3d. Troop 64 of MorelandPresbyterian provided greeters at both the8:30 & 10:30 masses at Holy Family. Pack52 provided a flag ceremony for St John’sChristian Church.At St. Ignatius, CubScouts, Boy Scout, Venturers and Girl Scoutsparticipating in readings, prayers of thefaithful, ushers, and collecting the offering.And, of course, every 4th Sunday is ScoutSunday at Holy Redeemer. For those Packs,Troops and Crews that are chartered bychurches, participation in Scout Sunday isa great way to show appreciation for yourchartering organization, regardless of one’sown personal faith, and it instills pride inthe congregation and reaffirms for themthat they are right to support ScoutingEagle Scout helps Happy ValleyOn Saturday, January 12, 2008, 16-yearoldAndrew Janzen of Troop 49, ChristianHome Educators Support Services, waspresented with the Eagle Scout Award atEastside Church of Christ in SE Portland.District ContactsDistrict Chairman (Acting)Martin Cavinaw503.493.8629cavinaw@msn.comJanzen is the son of Dr. Timothy andRachel Janzen of Happy Valley. Jantzenhas earned an outstanding total of 52merit badges (30 more than required foran eagle), as well as the “God and Life”religious emblem, the World Conservationaward, the Frontiersman award, the mileswim award, and awards for salesmanship.He also serves in the Beaverton Youth PeerCourt, and is involved in the ClackamasYoung Leaders Project and a home schooldebate league. For his Eagle project, theMr. Janzen coordinated volunteers toclean, stain and seal half of the boardwalkin the nature preserve area of HappyValley Park. Dennis Schroeder, the publicworks supervisor for the City of HappyValley worked with Andrew to brainstorm,plan, and implement the project. Troopmembers and volunteers cleaned andstained 1,558 linear feet of a boardwalk, aswell as a platform, some benches and a setof stairs (6,402 square feet in total). MillerPaint donated 40 gallons of high qualitystain/sealer (with a value of about $1200)to support the project. The coordinationand elbow grease required for the projecttotaled 180 hours.Good Turn for AmericaWhen you participate in Tree Plants,Goodwill Day, Scouting for Food, or otherunit-organized service projects, pleasemake certain that all your hours are reportedby the end of the year. Report hours at theproject website: www.goodturnforamerica.org. You’ll need to get a password formyour district executive to report your unit’sservice projects on the website.Friends of Scouting - in full swingAll family Friends of Scoutingcampaigns should be complete by March31, 2008. FOS Chair Braheem Hazeem andhis team are on hand to help your campaignsucceed. Contact your unit commissioneror district executive.TrainingIt’s not just critically important fora safe and successful Scouting program,it is also fun and easy. Contact TrainingChair Mary Ellen Hepp at (503 335-2738),maryellen.hepp@fredmeyer.com, to learnabout training opportunities available toyou.Cub-o-reeDistrict CommissionerJoe Carter503.234.4075503.317.3178carterre@msn.comhttp://www.cpcbsa.org/lewisandclark/Join us on Saturday, March 29, atCubworld. Bring a sack lunch or join us forhot dogs, chips and other wholesome fare.Lunch is $5. Events (BBs, archery, craftsand games) are free! This is a great time toinvite the kindergartners from your schoolto see Ft. Courage, and the teepees and boxcars. Reservations are NOT required. Justshow up and have fun!CamporeeThe first weekend of May at ButteCreek. Register on-line at cpcbsa.org, andcontact the Order of the Arrow of yourdistrict executive for more information.Trainers Development ConferenceA non-stop day of learning how toplan and give a successful presentation.Whether it is how to sharpen a pocketknife for your Cubs or to help put on aLeader Specific training exercise withother Scouters from your district. Thiswill help you gain the skills you need for abetter Scouting experience. March 8, 2008,register online at www.cpcbsa.org/registerE-Mail NewsAvailable by signing up at www.cpcbsa.org/email. These emails provideperiodic information about council events& activities relevant to Scouting. Emailaddresses are not shared or distributed,so you can feel secure in signing up to getinfo. Also, visit cpcbsa.org/lewisandclarkto join our Yahoo Group site.Sign-up for CampVisit www.cpcbsa.org for a up-to-datelist of open dates and reservation formsor call 503.226.3423. Tiger Cubs welcome.Remember, it takes an “outing” to make“Scouting.”Pack 408 Derby WinnersDistrict ExecutiveCharles FreemanB/503.225.5735cfreeman@cpcbsa.org

Page 34District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Day2 Pack Growth Coordinators’Meeting, Goldendale, time TBD6 District Comm./Key 3/Comm’rsMeeting, 7:00 PM, Charburger,Hood River8 Trainers’ Development Conf.,Beaverton12 New Leader Essentials Training,6:00 PM, Print It, Hood River13 Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting7:00 PM, UCC, The Dalles15 District Pinewood Derby, TheDalles-Wahtonka HS (The Dallescampus) 10 AMApril3 District Comm./Key 3/Comm’rsMeeting, 7:00 PM, Charburger,Hood River6 Pack Growth Coordinators’Meeting, time & location TBD9 Scout Specific Trng., 6:00 PM,Print It, Hood River (Mar. trng. isprerequisite)10 Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting7:00 PM, UCC, The DallesPack Growth Coordinators’MeetingThese meetings will be held monthly onthe first Sunday. They will rotate locationsand be hosted by different packs sothe meeting location and time will bedetermined by the hosting pack. The firstmeeting will be held in Goldendale onMar. 2. The meetings will focus on packrecruitment and team-building on a yearround basis with an emphasis on thatmonth. Cubmasters, Committee Chairsand/or Pack Growth Coordinators (PGC)are asked to attend. The following unitsneed to provide Bryan Gwinner with thename of their PGC: Packs 282, 378, 398,551, 553 and 753. If your pack does nothave a PGC, please recruit one and havethat person attend these meetings. It willmake a tremendous difference in the healthof your pack.Spring Product SaleThe annual product sale (candy, metsticks, cookie dough) runs through April 7.Contact Bryan Gwinner for information.District Contactsm i d -co l u m b i a di s t r i c tGoodwill Good TurnThe plastic bags given out at the Februaryroundtable and should be picked up onSaturday, Mar. 1 and taken to the Goodwilltruck. Be sure to take some extra bags withyou when picking up so that extra itemscan be sacked up. Keep track of yourparticipants and hours to submit on theform to receive your patches and segmentsand to submit for the “Good Turn ForAmerica” program. Contact BryanGwinner for information on the location ofthe Goodwill truck for your community.2008 & 2009 Summer CampsSummer camp weeks for 2008 are fillingup rapidly. If your unit has not reserved aweek yet, do so immediately so yourScouts have a great week of fun activitiesand rank work. It is now possible toregister your unit for 2009 camp weeksalso. Summer camps are vital to keepingyour Scouts enrolled and motivated. Signup now so you can use it as a recruitmentand motivational tool.Cub & Boy Scout of the QuarterHey Cubmasters, Den Leaders andScoutmasters! Do you have a boy in yourunit who exemplifies Scouting principles?Does he show a little extra effort and pridein his uniform and Scouting activities/participation? We would like to recognizehim. Just fill out a nomination form andsubmit it to Bryan Gwinner. Once a quartera Cub Scout and a Boy Scout will be chosenand presented with a certificate andrecognition at Roundtable and in the localnewspaper. Request a form from BryanGwinner and send in your nominations!District Day Camp - “Pirates”Day Camp will be held June 23-27. Thelocation is yet to be determined. Thisactivity is a great one for both present CubScouts and for recruitment of boys to yourpack. Each pack needs to have a day campcoordinator immediately and sign-ups forday camp need to begin now. If you haveBoy Scouts who wish to help staff, this is agreat opportunity for leadership skills. Formore information, contact Brian Spellman(541-993-7106), Camp Director or BradKnowland (503-701-1085), ProgramDirector.CamporeeDistrict CommissionerChuck HiattH/541.386.3312cehiatt@charter.netwww.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/mid-columbia/Compass PointsSpring Camporee will be held May 16-18.The location is yet to be determined. This isa fun and educational event for Boy Scouts.Younger scouts can practice their skillsand older scouts utilize their leadership.Camping and competing together resultsin team-building. Adult leaders can attendthe Outdoor Leader Skills training session.Webelos may attend and camp with a hosttroop. Contact Terry Trapp for information(541-296-4817).Sam Kirby, Boy Scout of the Quarter; Dillon Meyer, Cub Scoutof the Quarter; Bryan Gwinner, Dist. Exec.District ExecutiveBryan S. GwinnerB/541.298.5022C/503.754.3546bgwinner@cpcbsa.org

n o r t h cl a c k a m a s di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 35District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill/Goodtrun Day3 Friends of Scouting Turn-in dayLocation TBA6 Commissioner Corps Meeting6 District Committee Meeting13 Roundtable13 Friends of Scouting turn in atRoundtable24 Friends of Scouting turn-in daylocation TBAApril3 Commissioner Staff meeting3 District Committee Meeting5 Merit Badge University10 Roundtable10 Friends of Scouting turn in atRoundtable11 Eagle Scout dinner25 CamporeeWe Need Your Help!The North Clackamas Committeeis looking to fill various leadershippositions with dedicated volunteers. Ifanyone has the capacity and enthusiasmto serve in Membership, Program, or asa Commissioner, please let the DistrictExecutive or the District Commissionerknow immediately. Service on the DistrictCommittee will be fun, gratifying workthat any volunteer can feel good about. Theyouth need some people to stand up forthis community. Throughout the last fewmonths, the district has secured most of themajor positions. What it really needs noware people to sit on the committees and tohelp the units along. Commissioners arethe biggest need by far.Friends of ScoutingIt’s everyone’s favorite time of yearagain, it’s the giving season. Pleasecontribute to this Council’s program, aswe need all of the help we can get to runthis program, keeping all of the campsstanding and all of the units served. Thisyear’s Friends of Scouting Campaign isbeing given leadership by Mike and JasonBassili. They are excited to help with thisyear’s campaign, and if you have anyquestions about the campaign, give Jasona call at (503) 786-1494. By far the easiestway for your unit to become a PresidentialDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairLarry Chalew503.318.7288chalewl@pacifier.comunit is to have a presentation done. Hats offto T 259, who raised almost $4,000, whichthey did in about ten minutes because theywere prepared.Merit Badge University April 5th,8-4Building on the success of last year,Merit Badge University will be a muchlarger event for 2008. The district isspreading out and taking over AlderCreek Elementary School to teach 35merit badges. This is the best opportunityoutside of summer camp to pick up somemerit badges and to have some great timeswith your fellow troops. Counselors arestill needed. To attend or teach, talk toHank Brown at (503)558-8418Centennial Quality UnitCommitment formsFor the year 2007, many units wereunder a deep-grained misunderstandingthat the Centennial Quality Unit programwas similar to the regular Quality unitprogram that went back for many years.The main difference is that units need tocommit to certain goals early in the year,and then work to attain those goals by theend of the year. Please take the very shortamount of time to sit down with your DEor a commissioner to determine your goalsnow. Making goals for 2008 in Augustdoesn’t give much of a timeline in which toimprove. The program was put togetherwith the best interests of every unit inmind, and it can be a great tool if it is used.Set those goals. Earn that patch. Improvethe lives of those youth.Candy Sale Feb 23rd-April 7thIn the year 2007, our candy sale reacheda new low, just barely selling $7,000 worthof product. We have nowhere to go but up,and this year we have a great chair for it inCarla Wellington (one of the great mindsbehind the wildly successful WebelosWoods Program). The rest of the councildid better thanks to the cookie doughaddition to the sale, so take advantage ofthat to boost the earning potential for yourunit! Please give Carla a call if you haveany questions: (503) 513-0568.Camporee April 25th-27thTroops need to bring their “A” gameif they want to compete at this year’sDistrict CommissionerHank BrownH/503.577.8010hvbrown@verizon.netCamporee.We’ll be right here at CubWorld on Scouter’s Mountain this year.Expect to compete in many scout skills,and spend time with new friends from thearea. Camporee is also a great chance tofulfill many requirements for the trail tofirst class. Give Jay Graham, our activitieschair, a call with any questions. He’s at(503)557-7218.Camp in 2008Everyone still remembers their greatsummer camping experiences. Sometroops and packs have already signedup to attend one of those fabulous campsagain this summer. This council is knownnationwide for it’s properties, and whensummer comes and the clouds clear out,it’s time to go out into the great outdoors.Studies have proven that youth whoattend summer camp are much morelikely to stick with the program.District ExecutiveScot ForbesB/503.225.5736sforbes@cpcbsa.orgThiscould be the highlight of the scouting yearif not the lifetime of any given scout. Anyunits ready to sign up or wondering aboutdifferent camping opportunities shouldgive John Maahs, our district campingchair, a call at (503)657-0200William D. Boyce Award availableThe North Clackamas District isdedicated to bringing Scouting to as manyfamilies in the area as possible, and it’s wellknown that the best way for any communityto experience Scouting is by starting anew unit. Any volunteer who helps acommunity get a scouting unit togethercan be awarded the William D Boyce NewUnit organizer award, which is a squareknot that can be worn on the uniform. Ifyou know of a church that needs a youthprogram, a civic organization that wantsto serve young people, or a collection offamilies that may need something like ascouting program, please don’t hesitate tolet the District Executive know. A new unitorganizer will earn a spot on the growingmembership committee, where they willhave support.Good Turn For AmericaNo service project is complete unless it’s beenregistered at www.goodturnforamerica.org. Any service project, including oneof the council projects or any Eagle Scoutprojects are eligible to be posted online.Scot has the code to enter your hours.

Page 36District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill/Good-Turn Day,Mike Mick (503.636.2357)6 Spring Membership Kickoff 7pmScout Office, Tom Maguire(503.998.2657)ALL Packs welcome6 District Committee Meeting,7 pm, Lake Oswego LDS StakeCenter, John Cullicott(503.699.4911)13 Roundtable, 7 pm gathering timemeeting begins at 7:15,Lake Oswego LDS Stake Center,Russ Garrett (503.816.6538)13 District Commissioner StaffMeeting, 6 pm, Lake OswegoLDS Stake Center, 14903SW Westlake Drive, LakeOswego, Russ Garrett(503.816.6538)13 OA Meeting, 7:15 pm,at Roundtable, Bill Norton(503.638.6127)April3 District Committee Meeting,7 pm, Lake Oswego LDS StakeCenter, John Cullicott(503.699.4911)10 Roundtable, 7 pm gathering timemeeting begins at 7:15,Lake Oswego LDS Stake Center,Russ Garrett (503.816.6538)10 District Commissioner StaffMeeting, 6 pm, Lake OswegoLDS Stake Center, 14903SW Westlake Drive, LakeOswego, Russ Garrett(503.816.6538)10 OA Meeting, 7:15 pm,at Roundtable, Bill Norton(503.638.6127)30 Deadline for nominations forDistrict Award of Merit, LoisLowe (503.245.9138)Spring Membership KickoffPioneer District asks all Packs to attenda special Spring Kickoff date of March 15,2007, 7pm, at the Scout Office (2145 SWNaito Pkwy). Please RSVP your Pack’sattendance to Tom Maguire (503.998.2657).The evening will focus in on strategies torecruit more kids, and an overall objectiveDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanJohn Cullicott503.699.4911cullicott@hevanet.comp i o n e e r di s t r i c tof recruiting Kindergardeners. Importantemphasis is also placed on new TigerLeaders being recruited before SummerCamp 2008.CamporeeTroops should plan to attend, andregister beginning April 1, for the annualPioneer District Camporee, which will beheld at Evergreen Aviation Museum. Besure your troop gets the opportunity tojoin Scouts from throughout the districtin a weekend of fun and competition inoutdoor skills. Contact Robert Thompson(503.699.3087) for details.2008 District DinnerRegistration On-line begins April 1,for the 2008 District Volunteer RecognitionDinner, which will be held Thursday,May 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m, at Lake GrovePresbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive,Lake Oswego. Plan to bring a groupof volunteers from your unit and joinvolunteers from throughout the district foran evening of fun and recognition of thehard work that has led to a successful yearof Scouting for youth in the Pioneer District.Tickets for this catered dinner are $15 eachfor reservations (same as last year) and $20at the door. When you register be sure tosend in the separate form for naming aUnit Scouter of the Year from your unitto be recognized during the evening. Thedinner highlight will be the District Awardof Merit presentation (see the followingnote for details). Forms for awards areavailable at Roundtable and online at thedistrict’s website. All Reservations must besubmitted on-line. The only other ticketswhich will be available can be obtained atthe door for $20. Last spring, more than110 people attended the dinner. Let’s makethis year’s event bigger and better. If youhave questions or would like to volunteerto help the dinner committee, please callthe District Committee Chairman, JohnCullicott (503.699.4911).District Award of MeritThe District Committee reminds allvolunteers that now is the time to thinkabout nominating outstanding fellowScouters for the District Award of Merit,the highest recognition the district cangive for outstanding service to youthin our community. Nominating formsDistrict CommissionerRuss Garrett503.816.6538russ.garrett@bullivant.comwww.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/pioneer/Compass Pointswill be available at the March and AprilRoundtables and online at the district’swebsite. The deadline is April 30, so theDistrict Committee can select recipients intime to honor them at the annual DistrictRecognition Dinner May 15. Please call LoisLowe (503.245.9138) if you have a questionabout the process. Help the DistrictCommittee put the spotlight on energeticleaders who have done so much to helpyoung people in our neighborhoods.Pioneer makes Quality District!It is official, based on the CenntennialQuality District guidelines, Pioneer makesQuality status for the 2007 year end. Greatjob! For the first time since 2001, PioneerDistrict is again Quality showing over 60%of units as Quality, growth in membership,finance, and overall retention. Also,the District has a full team as a DistrictCommittee. Well Done!Cub Scout OlympicsThe District will hold it’s third annualCub Scout Olympics Saturday, June 7,2008, 9am – 2pm, location is TBA. Preregistrationdeadline is due, May 29, 2008.Pre-registration is required on-line at thedistrict webpage. This event is a great wayto energize boys into Scouting by gettingtheir hearts pumping right before CampSeason! Also, this provides a great wayto recruit new boys to join or get inactiveboys to get back into Scouting. To getfurther details or get involved, contactEvent Director Dawn Christy-Jimenez(503.344.4644 or cubscouts_den7@yahoo.com).District ExecutiveJordan TurelB/503.225.5745jturel@cpcbsa.org

District ContactsDistrict ChairVacantv a n-po r t me t r o di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 37MarchWinter Lodgeyear’s Summer Mobile Camps. This year’s5 District CommitteeThe 2008 edition of Winter Lodge was edition will begin July 7th and run through13 Roundtabletruly an adventure. Never before has so August 13th.19 Key 3many different groups taken advantage of Bergfrunde Ski Club signs on with24-28 Safe Haven Spring Breakthe winter break opportunity. The diversityAprilof units provided an opportune time to new fundraisers3 District Committeeexperience the many emerging flavors of The Bergfrunde Ski Club, sponsors10 RoundtableScouting. Units from PAL, the Americas, for, the Rich Kinney –Anne Beckworth16 Key 3House of Umoja, and Washington/Fruit Scholarship Camp fund, began 2008Valley Elementary Schools were among with a wonderful silent auction andChange is coming: New Name the participants that enjoyed a day of the Entertainment Book sale as part of its2008The former Scoutreach District is most beautiful powder ever seen on the fundraising effort. In support of this year’schanging its name to Van-Port Metro. mountain.summer camp scholarship Shawn StoreyAlong with the name change the districtand fellow Bergies raised $770. The campNext Up Safe Haven Spring Breakis expanding its services. Scoutreach willhonoring its two former Bergies is set forThis year’s Safe Haven will occurbe identified as the community serviceearly July.March 24 -28 2008. The menu for thiscomponent of the Van-Port Metro District.events include; a trip to Aubrey WatzekBuilding Traditional Scouting units amongLodge, Horseback riding at Butte Creek,underserved populations will remain theand a day on the C.O.P.E. Course. Signupsheart of District’s mission. If you have anyfor this event are running ahead of lastquestions please feel free to contact Districtyears.Executive Vernard Taylor at 503-225-5743or by e-mail2008 Summer Mobile CampsThere will be five sessions of thisDistrict ExecutiveVernard TaylorB/503.225.5743vtaylor@cpcbsa.orgScoutingHelping fulfill your dreams for him

Page 38District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Day6 District Committee Meeting,7:00pm at St. John the EvangelistCatholic Church, Mike Parnell(360-225-1100)13 Roundtable, 7:00pm at St. Johnthe Evangelist Catholic Church,Roger Jarvis (360-687-4857)20 OA Chapter Meeting, 7PM,Bethal Lutheran Church, CharlesMoon (360-835-0574)April3 District Committee Meeting,7:00pm at St. John the EvangelistCatholic Church, Mike Parnell(360-225-1100)5 Summer Camp Staff Interviews,Council Service Center6 Candy Sale Ends10 Roundtable, 7:00pm at St. Johnthe Evangelist Catholic Church,Roger Jarvis (360-687-4857)17 OA Chapter Meeting, 7PM,Bethal Lutheran Church, CharlesMoon (360-835-0574)25-27 District Camporee, Camp CurrieCandy SaleThe Candy Sale is under way andis running until April 6th. The questionremains, which unit will be the top sellingunit? Remember the Sale ends April 6th, allmoney and products need to be returnedat that time. For questions, call Paula Jonesat 360-666-7333 or jones_rpj@msn.com.Friends of ScoutingThe Friends of Scouting effort is wellunder way in the Great Silver Star District.Some of our units have already met theirPresidential Goal. Many of our units aredoing better this year than ever before.If you have not already turned in yourpackets please bring them to Roundtable.If you have any questions relating toyour unit’s FOS campaign , please contactBennett Jacobs (360-693-1741 x738) orbjacobs@cpcbsa.org.Camporee 2008This year Camporee will be held April25-27. You should have received a packetin the mail or at roundtable that containsDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanMike ParnellH/360.887.7190mike@wrrc.coms i l v e r sta r di s t r i c tthe materials you need to register for thisevent. The fee is $12.00 for each personwho signs up online. Registration at thedoor will be $12.00 per attendee. You canregister online at www.cpcbsa.org/register.Each person who attends Camporee willreceive a Camporee patch. In additionto having fun at Camporee, this eventencourages boys to sharpen their scoutingskills, teaches them new activities, andprepares Webelos for the troop methodof scouting.If you have any questionsabout Camporee please call Rob Jones at360-666-7333 or jones_rpj@msn.com.Training March 15thTraining will be held on March 15th atthe Hearthwood LDS building beginningat 8am. We will be offering New LeaderEssentials, Cub Scout Specific Training,and Boy Scout Training. The 2nd portion ofBoy Scout Training will be held on March28th and the Outdoor Skills session will beheld March 21st-22nd.Spring RecruitingIf your Pack or Troop has notdeveloped a Spring Recruiting plan nowis the time to start recruiting new youthinto your units. Packs should begin toinvite Kindergartners to the Pack eventsand hold a Spring Pack Join Night. EachTroop should hold a Troop Open Housebeginning in March. Remember, summercamp makes a great selling point this timeof year.. If you need help creating a springrecruiting plan please contact BennettJacobs (360-693-1741 x738) or bjacobs@cpcbsa.org.Cub Scout Camp SignupsNow is the time to plan for thissummer’s camp adventure. If your pack orden has not signed up for Cub Scout Daycamp or Resident camp there is still spaceavailable but camps are filling up fast. Tosignup, simply download a form from thecouncil webpage or visit the council officeand reserve your spot today. Surveys showthat boys that attend camp are much morelikely to stay in scouting then those thatdon’t.Camp Lewis StaffCamp Lewis still has a few staffopening. If you know anyone, male orfemale, 14 or older, who would like toDistrict CommissionerRoger O. JarvisH/360.687.4857rapidroger72@aol.comwww.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/silver_star/Silver_Star.htmCompass Pointshave a great experience helping young cubscouts to have the time of their lives, pleaseencourage them to apply. Applications areavailable at the council website (www.cpcbsa.org). There will be interviews heldall day on April 5th at the Council ServiceCenter. For question or more informationplease contact Bennett Jacobs.District Executive Bennett JacobsDistrict ExecutiveBennett JacobsB/360.693.1741 ext. 738 or503.225.5738bjacobs@cpcbsa.org

s u n s e t tr a i l di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 39District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill/Goodturn6 Commissioner Staff Meeting6 District Committee Meeting13 Roundtable13 Spring Round-Up Kick-Off(Scout Recruiting)13 FOS Turn-In13 Merit Badge CounselorOrientation13 New Leader Essentials13 Den Chief Training (1 of 2)13 OA Chapter Meeting19 Eagle Board22 All in One Training-Cub Scout,Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venture27 Eagle Board27 FOS Turn-InApril3 Commissioner Staff Meeting3 District Committee Meeting10 Roundtable10 Merit Badge CounselorOrientation10 Den Chief Training (2 of 2)10 OA Chapter Meeting16 Eagle Board24 Eagle Board25-27 District Camporee25-26 Info to Outdoor Skills Training30 FOS Presidential Goal DeadlineKey Priorities for the Next 60Days• Prepare for the Camporee• Select a Unit Friends of Scouting Chairand set a date for a presentation.• Sign-up for summer camp 2008• Encourage untrained leaders to attendNew Leader EssentialsTrainingIs it worth the time and effort?Absolutely! Every new leader thinks theyhave to invent their job and how to goabout doing it. Then they go to trainingand discover that much of the work hasalready been done for them. The few hoursthat you spend in training can save manytimes that much effort down the road.Training helps leaders to be prepared tomeet the needs of our youth. Every youthdeserves a trained leader. Sure, it takessome time up front but as Flip Wilson saidDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanErnie ThompsonH/503.642.3830etonker@aol.com“You can’t expect to hit the jackpot if youdon’t put a few nickels in the machine.”Looking for a one shot, all in onetraining…One Stop Training:Saturday March 22nd 2008Cedar Mill LDS Stake Center955 NW 173rd, BeavertonMark your calendar to take advantageof the easiest way to get the training youneed in one shot!• New Leader Essentials (All Leaders inAll Programs)• Youth Protection Training (All AdultLeaders at least every two years)• Cub Leader Specific (Tiger DenLeader, Cub Den Leader, Webelos DenLeader, Pack Committee, Cubmasterand Assistant Cubmaster)Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster•Specific• Troop Committee Challenge (TroopCommittee Members and Committee• Chairs)• Varsity Leader Specific• Venturing Leader SpecificRegistration -8:00amNew Leader Essentials – 8:30 AMCub Specific, Troop Committee Challengeand Venturing Leaders - 10:30 AMYouth Protection – 1:30 PMFriends of ScoutingNow is the time to select a Friendsof Scouting Chairperson and set a datefor a presentation. Friends of Scouting isimportant to the current and future successof Scouting. It only takes a few minutes toconduct a Friends of Scouting presentation.It can be done at a Pack Meeting, or TroopCourt of Honor. Each unit will have aPresidential Goal to achieve with manyreal benefits for your unit:• Units receive 15% discount on summercamp and free or discounted use ofcouncil operated camping facilitiesduring the rest of the year.FOS participation ribbon for your•unit’s flag•Unit’s that attain the “PresidentialStatus” by April 30th will receive a“Presidential” participation ribbon.Units will be contacted about thedate and time of your Friends of ScoutingDistrict CommissionerPeter VanHoutenH/503.439.9563petervanhouten@comcast.netPresentation. Friends of Scouting packetsand other resources should have beenpicked-up. If you need additional materialsor information, please contact PatrickHuggins, District Finance Chairman (503)629-9409 or patrickhuggins@hotmail.com.Spring CamporeeThe Spring Camporee will be held atWillamette Mission State Park on April25-27. The cost will be $10 per Scout andadult. Check-in time will begin at 4pm,Friday and all Scouts and Webelos areinvited to attend. There will be fun events,scout skills, and a fantastic campfire. Alist of the actual events will be discussedat Roundtable. The camporee is a specialevent in the Scouting year. All Units shouldplan to participate in this exciting event.Additional information can be found bycalling our Camporee Scoutmaster, ChrisFischborn (503) 246-2557 or the CommitteeChairman, Chris Philichi (503) 643-3890.Spring Round-UpSpring Round-Up is the annual Springrecruiting program for the Sunset TrailDistrict. On March 13th, we will hold aSpring Round-Up Training and Kick-Offat the LDS Beaverton Stake Center at 7pm.Cub Scout Packs and Scout Troops shouldsend a representative and/or Pack GrowthCoordinator to the Kick-Off. We will bediscussing the materials and methodsof recruiting, as well as, discussing yoursuccesses with recruiting new Scouts. Let’sget prepared to recruit new Scouts andleaders.Summer Camp 2008Now is the time to make your summercamp plans. Campsite space is filling upfast. Some weeks are completely full. Ifyour Troop is not sign-up for camp, pleasedon’t wait another week. Summer Campis the highlight is the Scouting year. Campis also a good opportunity to introducenew youth to Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts.Information about Boy Scout or CubScout Camp can be found on the council’swebsite, www.cpc.bsa.org or by calling(503) 226-3423.TRUSTWORTHY LOYAL HELPFUL FRIENDLY COURTEOUS KINDSCOUTINGCHANGES LIVESOBEDIENT CHEERFUL THRIFTY BRAVE CLEAN REVERENTDistrict DirectorEric HearnB/503.225.5737ehearn@cpcbsa.org

Page 40District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill / Good Turn ServiceDay6 District Committee Meeting,7:00 PM at Season Grill13 District Roundtable7:00 PM at the Canby LDS WardBuilding13 District Commissioner Meeting,Canby LDS Ward Building20 OA Chapter Meeting7:00 pm at Canby CommunityPark A-Frame22 Baloo Training8:00 am at Canby LDS WardBuildingApril3 District Committee Meeting7:00 PM at Season Grill6 Candy Sale Ends10 District Roundtable7:00 PM at the Canby LDS WardBuilding10 District Commissioner Meeting,Canby LDS Ward Building12 Youth Protection TrainingCanby LDS Ward Building12 New Leaders EssentialsCanby LDS Ward Building12 Cub Scout Leader SpecificCanby LDS Ward Building12 Venture Leader SpecificCanby LDS Ward Building12 Varsity Leader SpecificCanby LDS Ward Building12 Youth Protection TrainingCanby LDS Ward Building12 Troop Committee ChallengeCanby LDS Ward BuildingNew District Committee MeetingLocation!On January 3rd Miller’s FamilyRestaurant closed. In light of this changewe are taking the District Committeedown the road. Our new meeting locationis the Seasons Grill also in Canby. We willbe meeting upstairs in a private area. Themeeting schedule will remain the same,6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for the Districtmeeting. Hope to see you all there!Seasons Grill 101 N Elm StCanby, OR 97013 (503) 266-3805District ContactsDistrict ChairmanMitch JorgensonH/ 503.829.4824t h r e e ri v e r s di s t r i c tOA Arrow of Light CrossoverCeremony!Crossover into Scouting in Style! Joinus for the Three Rivers District Arrow ofLight Crossover Ceremony on Saturday,March 1st at Scouters’ Mountain. For moreinfo, contact Randy Tomsik, (503) 657-7762Congratulations to our 2007Centennial Quality UnitsPack 0059Pack 0091Pack 0093Pack 0140Pack 0149Pack 0152Pack 0161Pack 0183Pack 0185Pack 0188Pack 0189Pack 0190Pack 0194Pack 0197Pack 0223Pack 0257Pack 0266Pack 0274Pack 0390Pack 0400Pack 0459Pack 0470Pack 0501Pack 0502Pack 0503Pack 0504Pack 0523Pack 0528Pack 0559Pack 0568Pack 0573Pack 0624Pack 0667Pack 0745Pack 0890Troop 0045Troop 0059Troop 0060Troop 0093Troop 0133Troop 0139Troop 0140Troop 0149Troop 0161Troop 0189Troop 0190Troop 0194Troop 0220Troop 0257Troop 0258Troop 0266Troop 0271Troop 0390Baloo Training OnlineRegistrationBe prepared for a fun filled day ofTraining. This training is for ALL Leadersthat have not had BALOO training and areplanning to take cub scouts on any Outdoorevent this coming Camping season.REQUIREMENTS: You have to haveyour New Leader Essential and Specifictraining. Also make sure your YouthProtection is up to date. If you need toupdate your YP you can do it here on theCouncil Website under Training.FOOD: Food will be provided. Therewill be a small fee of $8.00 for a lightBreakfast, Lunch and dessert.District CommissionerDave CoxH/503.829.8885davejcox@peoplepc.comwww.cpcbsa.org/threeriversTroop 0396Troop 0400Troop 0459Troop 0503Troop 0505Troop 0512Troop 0559Troop 0573Troop 0667Troop 0691Troop 0745Troop 0890Crew 0005Crew 0059Crew 0189Crew 0190Crew 0266Crew 0390Crew 0400Crew 0427Crew 0459Crew 0505Crew 0573Crew 0667Crew 0890Compass PointsDATE: Saturday March 22nd in Canby@ LDS ChurchTIME: Sign in is @8:00AM Trainingbegins Sharp at 8:30AM and ends at about5:00PMFor Questions please Contact theBALOO Trainer, Carmen Cavazos,503-349-9677 or picasso159@hotmail.comTiger Cub RecruitmentNew Tiger cub leaders- Do you knowwho this year’s kindergarten parents are?One of them will be your tiger cub leadernext fall. The best way to bring them onboard is to get them plugged in early, sothat their son can go to summer camp thissummer, and they can set aside time fortraining before they’re running tons of denmeetings.Candy SaleThe candy sale is up and running,but it is not too late to join in on theaction. This sale can be done by a singleden, patrol, or scout in your unit. Earnup to a 30% commission while helping tosupport the Council. Again this year weare selling Hershey candy bars, OregonmadeTillamook Country Smoker meatsticks, and Emma Lou’s Gourmet CookieDough in 11 flavors. For questions or tosign up please contact: Rick Peterson (503)655-6605 or rickd.peterson@gmail.comDistrict Award of MeritThree Rivers District is still acceptingnominations for the District Award of Merit.If you would like to recognize a Scouter fornoteworthy service to youth please contactChris Baker (503) 225-5707 or checkout theCouncils webpage,( www.cpcbsa.org) for anomination form. All nominations shouldbe kept confidential.TRUSTWORTHY LOYAL HELPFUL FRIENDLY COURTEOUS KINDSCOUTINGCHANGES LIVESOBEDIENT CHEERFUL THRIFTY BRAVE CLEAN REVERENTDistrict ExecutiveChris BakerB/503.225.5707cbaker@cpcbsa.org

t h u n d e r b i r d di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 41District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Goodturn service day6 District Committee Meeting,7pm, LDS Church, 3600 SE 181st6 Commissioner meeting, 6:30pm,LDS Church Se 181st7-9 OA Rendezvous, CampMeriwether13 Roundtable, OA, 7pm, LDSChurch, 3600 SE 181st13 FOS Turn-in, Roundtable13 Life to Eagle Training atRoundtable15 Super Saturday Training, LDSChurch, 3600 Se 181st, 8am-3pm19 Super Saturday Training Day,LDS Church, 3600 SE 18st31-1 BSLT Overnight/WebelosOvernight Trng., Cub World, AllDayApril3 District Committee Meeting/Commissioner mtg4-5 Boy Scout/Webelos Overnight,Scouters mtn.10 Roundtable, OA meeting19 Scoutcapades, All DaySt. Henry’s Church27-29 Pioneering Merit BadgeWeekendScoutcapadesScoutcapades is Coming!!! The dateis April 19th at St. Henry’s Church inGresham.Start planning now for yourbooth. You don’t want to miss this fantasticdisplay of Scouting spirit and the chanceto show the community what scouting isreally about. We will once again be runningthe district pinewood derby in conjunctionwith scoutcapades. For more information,contact Lorne Hofeld 503 695-3305.Pinewood DerbyThe District Pinewood Derby willhappen at Scoutcapades again this year.Each pack may enter two cars per divisionfrom their pack run offs. The divisionsare Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos 1 andWebelos 2. The cost is $5 per car to enterthe race. There is an open class whereall boys can enter their cars. Prizes willbe for fastest car and recognitions will bemade for best designs. If you have anyDistrict ContactsDistrict Chairmanvacantquestions, contact Randy Veenker (503)668-0764Super Saturday TrainingTraining is the most important thinga leader can do to keep our youth in ourgreat programs. On Saturday, March 15th,you have the opportunity to fulfill yourduty to the youth. We will be offeringtraining for all positions. The times are asfollows:8-9:30am9:30-1pm9:30-2pm1-2:30pmNew Leader EssentialsCub Specific/Boy ScoutLeader/Venture/VarsityDen ChiefYouth Protection2:30pm Safe Swim Defense/Safety AfloatSee you there! For more info, contact DanLeBrun (503) 668-8533Candy Sale Is HereThank you to all the units signed up forthe candy sale. Its still not too late to signup if you unit is in need of extra money.The sale runs from Feb. 23 to Apr. 7. Youmake 30% profit for your unit on candy/meat sticks and 25% on cookie dough.Contact Jerry Freeman 503-225-4014 to signup for a store front or get more product.District Award of MeritIt’s not too late to submit a nominationfor District Award of Merit! This year,we’ll recognize worthy volunteers fromthe Thunderbird district with this honor.Any registered leader can be nominated,but it should be a surprise for the nominee.Questions and nominations can be directedto Tim Steenbergen 503 492-0325.Friends of ScoutingEvery family should have theopportunity to give- and we do need acard back from every family, even if theanswer is “not at this time”. This is a greatchance to share the scouting story withnew and returning parents alike, and alsomake sure that everyone is tapping intothe council resources that are available.Questions contact Scott or Chris.New Tiger cub leadersDo you know who this year’skindergarten parents are? One of them willbe your tiger cub leader next fall. The bestway to bring them on board is to get themplugged in early, so that their son can go tosummer camp this summer, and they canDistrict CommissionerDistrict DirectorBob PierceScott MischkeH/503.661.2931B/503.225.5729pierce1956@aol.comsmischke@cpcbsa.orgwww.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/cpcthunder/index.htmlset aside time for training before they’rerunning tons of den meetingsI want to go to campAre you signed up for camp? We havethe best camps in the country, so be sure toget your boys to camp. A boy’s summercamp experience is the highlight of hisscouting year and has been shown to be astrong tool in retaining youth in the scoutingprogram. If you have families that cannotafford camp, pick up an opportunity fundapplication and turn it in to the counciloffice by May 1st. Any Questions contactDon Edwards 503 667-7911.KudosThank you to all units that participatedin the 2008 Friends of Scouting campaign.Your involvement is crucial in being able todeliver this great program to the thousandsof scouts who enjoy Scouting.Thank You to Jerry Freeman for onceagain coordinating the Candy Sale andkeeping Thunderbird District near the topof the Council.District ExecutiveChris ConeB/503.225.5741ccone@cpcbsa.org

Page 42District CalendarMarch1-31 Spring Product Sale continues8 Trainer Development ConferenceBeaverton Stake Center15 Commissioner Training15 Spring Camp Payments Due20 District Commissioner Meeting,7:00 PM Tillamook LDS Chapel20 District Committee Meeting, 7:00PM at Tillamook LDS ChapelApril7 Spring Product Sale Ends,Paperwork Due to Billy Springs17 Annual Business Meeting of theTillamook District – 7:00 PMMcMinnville Tillamook LDSChapel17 District Commissioner Meeting,6:15 PM Tillamook LDS Chapel17 District Committee Meeting,7:15 PM Tillamook LDS Chapel17 Roundtable, 7:00 PM TillamookLDS Chapel21 Salem Eagle Scout Banquet, 6:00PM, Salem Convention Center,22 Pack Growth CoordinatorMeeting, 7:00 PM Portland StakeCenterFriends of ScoutingTillamook District is well on their wayto reaching its financial goal to supportScouting. Our community goal this yearis $4,000 and the Family Goal is similar at$3650. All units should strive to reach theirFOS Goal. Be sure to think outside of yourunit when asking for support to includeyour chartering organization. They believein Scouting and may provide a wonderfulresource for you as your stretch to meetyour goal.MembershipUnits – both old and new! TillamookDistrict has achieved 96% unit retention in2007. This is a wonderful accomplishmentand unit leaders as well as CharterRepresentatives and unit commissionersshould be very excited. The CascadePacific Council is conducting a new unitblitz Mar 4-5 to help us identify and growScouting units within the districts. Thisis necessary to meet the needs of today’sbusy families where young people andDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanSteve JensenH/503.842.8428t i l l a m o o k di s t r i c ttheir parents are participating in multipleactivities throughout the week. They needa chance to join a pack or troop when it’sconvenient to attend. For this to occur, thedistrict must have enough “gas stations”where families can fill up on the Scoutingprogram. If any of you feel passionatelyabout growing the number of Boy Scouttroops, Cub Scout packs or VenturingCrews, or have a contact, like your church,community group or school, please contactSharon Larson at 503-472-3868.Troops: Begin now planning for yourSpring Troop Open House. This conceptdone correctly could help your troopgrow. This is the perfect time of year tomeet new boys who thought they were toocool for Cub Scouts or who have recentlymoved into the community. The Countycontinues to grow with new families everyyear and every boy deserves the chanceof becoming an Eagle Scout, even if theyweren’t a Webelos Scout first.Packs: Tiger and Cub Scout LEADERand YOUTH Spring Recruitment. Beginnow working with your Kindergartenteachers to identify your new TigerLeaders. Also, don’t pass over your firstgrade teachers because many of the packsdon’t have strong Tiger Dens this year. Theemphasis is on Tigers and Wolves, or anyage for that matter! Your pack can haveas many representatives as are interestedattend the next Pack Growth Meetingbeing held on April 22nd at 7:00 PM atthe Portland LDS Stake Center located at9901 SE Caruthers St, Portland. There willbe representatives from packs all over theCouncil. Come and learn how you canintegrate ideas and year round Cub Scoutrecruiting at events you already havescheduled.Venturing: Our largest pool of eligibleyouth to join Scouting is in Venturing. Weshould look for opportunities to inviteHigh School students to join Venturing.Many students who are not on a varsitysports team or Student Government areskilled leaders waiting for a chance tospread their wings. Venturing offers thisopportunity to them and their peers.New Volunteer SearchThere are many positions available tohelp the district achieve a strong and fullprogram at both the unit and district level.District CommissionerVacanthttp://www.cpcbsa.org/wiki/eaglevalley/index.php?title=Main_PageSr. District ExecutiveSharon LarsonB/503.472.3868slarson@cpcbsa.orgCompass PointsThank you so much to each of you! Do youknow a Scouter who no longer participatesat the unit level? If so, please let him orher know that there are many ways theycan continue to serve Scouting and youngpeople. Many positions are short-term andfun. Contact Sharon Larson at slarson@cpcbsa.org or 503-472-3868 and she willforward the names on to district committeechairs and the Nominating Committee.Training OpportunityAre you new to Scouting? Or haveyou been serving youth for a long timenow? Either way, updating your trainingis a great way to reconnect with themission and purpose of Scouting as wellas learn again the methods used to deliverthe Scouting program which makes itthe most effective youth developmentprogram around. We are looking forwardto a strong year of leader training – bothbasic and more advanced to Woodbadgeand even Philmont Training Ranch?Spring Product Sale Wrap UpMany units are hard at work sellingthe Spring Products to raise those lastfew dollars needed to pay for SummerCamp. Support Scouting by buying andselling. Everyone wins with a Councilsponsored fundraiser. If your unit needsmore product or feels like it has toomuch inventory, contact Billy Springs at503-842-3123. Remember, there is a $100incentive to have ZERO returns.The OutdoorsSummer Camp Staff OpportunitiesIf you know a youth who is 14 or older,please explain that there are campstaff opportunities available. Althoughoutlying day camps do not offer financialcompensation (a paycheck), the experiencea young person has staffing at camp ismemorable and exciting. They get to meetmany other young people from around theCounty and develop or practice leadershipskills that they have learned throughScouting. May young women apply somemay be asking? Why YES! All individuals14+ are encouraged to download anapplication and learn more about staffingat a Cascade Pacific Council camp at http://www.cpcbsa.org/campstaff.

tuality di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 43District CalendarMarch1-3 Introduction To OutdoorLeadership Skills. Contact CarlYergen.Olgriznmamabear@msn.com1-3 Webelos Outdoor Training4 District Committee /Commissioner Meeting, 6:45pm,Jackson School House6 OA Meeting, 7:17pm, HelvetiaCommunity Church13 Roundtable, 7pm, Hillsboro LDSStake Center, Jackson School Rd13 FOS Turn-In @ Roundtable. 7pm.19 FOS Turn-In, 7pm, RoundtablePizza @ Sunset Esplanade20 OA Meeting, 7:17pm, HelvetiaCommunity ChurchApril1 District Committee/Commissioner Meeting, 6:45pm,Jackson School Houser3 OA Chapter Meeting, 7:17pm,Helvetia Community Church10 Roundtable Meeting, 7pm,Hillsboro LDS Stake Center17 OA Chapter Meeting, 7:17pm,Helvetia Community Church18 District Dinner. Location TBATuality youth honored at God andCountry Dinner February 10thAs part of a celebration of theanniversary of scouting, the ProtestantCommittee on Scouting hosted its annualrecognition dinner. We are proud tocongratulate these deserving young menwho earned one of the God and CountryAwards in 2007• Benjamin Gottshalk- Pack 538, Godand Me.• Graham Shively, Pack 874, God andMe.• Erik Refsland, Troop 855, God and Meand God and Church• Harrison Shively, Pack 874, God andFamily• Johnathan Gottschalk, Troop 240, Godand ChurchRoundtableRoundtable is held every 2ndThursday at the LDS Church on JacksonDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanMark McomieH/503.640.4600mmcomie@verizon.netSchool Rd at 7pm. A friendly, capable staffis on hand to attend to any scouting needor question you may have. Plan on a funevening! The purpose of roundtable is to:1. Provide the unit leadership with the willto do- the morale, enthusiasm, inspiration,and vision that periodically renew thedesire to serve youth. 2. Provide the skillto do- skills, techniques, information,program ideas- the know –how that makesfor successful unit operation. Roundtableis designed for all unit leaders. Cub Scoutleader roundtables are for Cubmasters,assistant Cubmasters, den leaders, Webelosden leaders, and pack committee members.Boy Scout leader roudntables are forScoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, andtroop committee members. Varsity leaderhuddles are for Varisty Scout Coachesand other team leaders.District CommissionerScott HarrisH/503.359.5312Venturingroundtables are for adult crew leaders. Onoccasion, youth officers should attend aswell. Roundtable is designed to provide agenuine sense of fellowship and provideleaders with specific helps they can useduring the coming month. Every item inthe program has been thoughtfully plannedand carefully prepared. Don’t miss out onour next exciting event March 13th, 7pm.Candy/Meatstick SalesDo your boys need some extramoney for a great outdoor experience thissummer. The popular Hershey’s candyand Tillamook meat sticks may be just theticket. These products sell for only $1 andyour unit receives 30% back on each unitsold. This is an easy, low risk sale whereun-opened boxes of candy and meatstickwrappers may be returned. The sale runsthrough April 7th and product may bepicked up at Helvetia Community Church.Please contact David Noyes if interested. Itis not too late to sign up!Save The Date!Plans for our annual District Dinnerare in full swing. The date is April 18thwith a location to be announced in mid tolate February. We will bestow 4 individualswith the District Award Of Merit at thisevent. So don’t miss out!New District Leaders Announced.Mark McComie, District Chair,announces some new key leaders inTuality. Carl Yergen replaces Pam Beckwww.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/tuality/index.htmlas our District Training Chairperson. Wethank Pam for her years of service in thisrole and thank Carl for assuming the taskof ensuring every leader in the district istaking advantage of training and offeringa quality scouting experience. Scott Harrisreplaces Brian Blaisdell as our DistrictCommissioner. Brian has done a fantasticjob in this role for the past 4 years andour heartfelt thanks go out to him and hiscommissioner staff for their hard work andgoal oriented dedication to delivering thescouting promise. Scott has many yearsof service to Western Washington Countyscouting and the district is excited to havehim on the team.Tuality A Quality DistrictMark Mcomie, Tuality DistrictChairman, announces that Tualityearned this important recognition. “This reflects the strength and size of ourscouting programs”, Mcomie stated.“ It is a statement to our scouters andcommunity members that scouting has astrong presence in Western WashingtonCounty”. Each and every scouting unitin Tuality helped with this achievement.Congratulations!Cub Scout Benjamin from Pack 538 receives his God andMe Award at the God and Country Dinner.Erick from Troop 855 receives his God and Family and Godand Church awards at the God and Country Dinner.District DirectorDavid NoyesB/503.225.5731dnoyes@cpcbsa.org

Page 44District CalendarMarch1 Goodwill Goodturn Day.6 District Committee Meeting,7:30 pm, Tigard LDS Chapel13 Roundtable/ OA Meeting6:30 pm, Tigard LDS Chapel,15555 SW 98th.13 FOS Turn in.13 Pack Growth Coordinator Mtg15 Resident Camp Fees Due.15 Boy Scout Leader SpecificTraining15 Varsity Leader Specific Training15 Venture Leader Specific Training.20 FOS Turn in26-30 Spring BreakApril3 District Committee Meeting4-5 Boy Scout Leader OvernightTraining7 Spring Product Sale Ends8 Spring Product Sale SettlementsDue10 Roundtable / OA10 Commissioiner Staff Meeting25-27 CamporeeKey Priorities for next 60 days1. Plan Recruiting Event2. Recruit 06-07 Tiger Leader3. Log in to good turn for America and4.5.6.7.report service projects.Sign up for 2008 Summer CampGet leaders to trainingConduct FOS PresentationSign up and attend AdvancementExtravaganza.Sign up for Candy SaleReview Trained leader Rosters and8.9.submit changes.10. Track Webelos to Scout Transition11. Sign up for Camporee www.cpcbsa.org/register/12. Schedule Annual Program Planningmeeting for your unit.Time To Sell Candy, Meat Sticks &Cookie DoughThe spring product Sale beganFebruary 23rd. This year we are back toselling Hersheys products. Once againTillamook Meat sticks will be available, andintroducing the new option for your units.District ContactsDistrict ChairmanTom KroenH/503.692.2799tkroen@yahoo.comw a p i t i di s t r i c t. .Cookie Dough. Contact Todd McDonaldand let him know your unit is planning onselling. This will make a great dent in thecost of being a Scout.What are you Missing atRoundtable?Have you checked your mailbox? Yes,each unit has a mailbox at our monthlyroundtable at the Tigard LDS Church15555 SW 98th Ave, Tigard, 97224. Wehave current, relevant informationand passionate Scouters to share thatinformation with you. Each month we passalong the most current information andresources to enhance your units programIf you are not there, you will be missingout.Does your Pack have a Trainer?When you need advice about Scoutingwho do you go to in your Pack? Are youfinding that people often come to you forhelp? Do you have people that struggleattending the local trainings? Your packcan have its own trainer to help makesure that all your leaders get this valuableinformation. Contact Tom Kroen 503692-2799, tkroen@yahoo.com. if you wantmore information on how to become aPack Trainer.Register for Camporee Online byApril 18th!Camporee will once again be heldat Willamette Mission State Park April25th-27. The information packet andregistration is available online. To findout more go to www.cpcbsa.org/register/Webelos are not only invited butencouraged to come. Scout Troops andWebelos Dens are asked to work togetherso that each Webelos den comes with aScout troop.Training - March 15, 2008Scoutmaster/ASM Leader SpecificTraining – Sessions I, II & III; VarsityLeader Specific Training, VenturingLeader Specific Training will be held atthe Tualatin United Methodist Church20200 SW Martinazzi Ave, from 8:00AM –3:00PM. This training is for Scoutmasters,Assistant Scoutmasters, Varsity Leadersand Venturing Advisors. Questions:contact Tom Kroen – 503.692.2799 e-mail- tkroen@yahoo.comDistrict CommissionerDon GlazierH/503.639.6877glazierd@ohsu.eduCompass PointsIntroduction to Outdoor LeaderSkillsITOLS is scheduled for Friday-Saturday, April 4-5, 2008 at BrownsFerry Community Center, Tualatin, OR.This training is for all Boy Scout andVarsity Scout Leaders! Webelos Leaderscan also attend to satisfy their outdoortraining! Questions: contact Tom Kroen –503.692.2799 e-mail - tkroen@yahoo.comPack Growth Coordinator MeetingMake sure your pack is represented.At the March Roundtable we will have aspecial breakout for Cub Packs to discussSpring and Fall recruitment opportunities.This will be an open forum for sharing ideas.Please plan to come and help us preparefor 2008 Cub Scouting Recruitment.Turn in your FOS pledges.All units have been challengedto finish their FOS campaigns by theMarch Roundtable. Many of the familiescontribute asking to be billed monthly.They also may make a payment witha check. By holding there pledges andpayments you risk having the donors getoff in their planned payment scheduleor worse have an outstanding check ontheir accounts.Please make sure that allpledges and payments are turned in withintwo weeks of being given to you. ToddMcDonald is happy to drop by and pick itup. Thanks to everyone who is doing sucha great job on this years campaigns.Do you have a Leader that youwant to recognize?The District Award of Merit is aspecial award for Scouting Leaders whohave given special service to Scouting.Any registered Scouting Leader is eligible.This Award is presented at the DistrictDessert in June.Excited about what’s next?The key to keeping boys excited aboutScouting is the anticipation of what is next.Having a well planned program withregular highpoints will keep your boysexcited about Scouting. Summer Camp isa highpoint in the Scouts adventure. Areyour boys signed up for camp? Are theyexcited about what is next? It is not toolate to sign up for camp.District ExecutiveTodd McDonaldB/503.225.5750tmcdonald@cpcbsa.org

March1 Goodwill/ Good-Turn Day6 District Committee Meeting,7 pm, LDS Chapel, 45th St.6 Com’r Staff Meeting, 7 pm,LDS Chapel, 45th St.6 FOS Turn-in13 Roundtable, 7 pm, LDS Chapel,45th St.13 Pack Growth Coordinatorseminar13 FOS Turn-in13 OA Chapter Meeting, 7 pm,LDS Chapel, 45th St.20 FOS Turn-in27 FOS Turn-inApril3 District Committee Meeting,7 pm, LDS Chapel, 45th St.3 Com’r Staff Meeting, 7 pm,LDS Chapel, 45th St.3 FOS Turn-in10 Spring Recruitment Training10 Roundtable, 7 pm, LDS Chapel,45th St.10 OA Chapter Meeting, 7 pm,LDS Chapel, 45th St.10 FOS Turn-in17 District Dinner19 Boy Scout Leader Specific19 Cub Scout Leader Specific19 New Leader Essentials Training19 Varsity Leader Specific19 Venture Leader Specific19 Youth Protection12 EXPO/District Pinewood Derby21 Eagle Banquet24 FOS Turn-in25-27 District CamporeeSpringtime RecruitingCan you see where your unit is atin membership right now? Your units’Growth Coordinator should be looking formarketing opportunities that will attractnew youth and their parents as members.Working with your units’ sponsor,neighborhood schools, church, etc, willprovide ways to invite boys to join yourunit. Training will be held at RoundtableMarch 13th. Come and see what we haveavailable.willamette di s t r i c tMarch- April 2008 Page 45District Calendar Summer is on its Waythe Scouting Program. Awards to beAre you ready? Are you set? Where are you presented: District Award of Merit, Leadergoing to go? Well let’s go Camping! There of the Year, and various District Trainingare plenty of camps to attend; Cub Scout and Recognition Awards. Everyone isDay Camp, Cub Scout Resident Camp, invited, especially Unit Committees,Webelos Camp, Boy Scout Resident Camp, Scouters, Charter Representatives, Parents,and Venture High Adventure Camps. If Friends, and Scouting Associates. Thisyou don’t have your reservations in yetthere still is an opportunity to make it aperfect summer. Log on to www.cpcbsa.org for more information.District CamporeeCamporee is coming, get your Troopprepared for some camping and patrolcompetition.Plan now to participate in Willamette’sDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanSteve AndersonH/ 503 587-3675andersonriskanalysis@comcast.netannual District Camporee on April 25 –April 27, 2008 at Spongs’ Landing. Weanticipate 400 – 500 members to join in onthe activities and the traditional assortmentof scout competitions, an awesomecampfire and OA Ceremony, “Call Out” ofOrdeal Candidates.Registration for this and other Districtactivities can be made on-line at: www.cpcbsa.org/registerHydrosports, Venture CrewEver think about Scuba Diving andthe things that you would see? You couldfind a Gold Doubloon or a Cannon froma “72”. Hydrosports in Keizer wants tosupport our local Scouting Communitywith a cost effective PADI training courseand “Open water dives” for Boys andGirls between the ages of 14 and 21. Formore information contact Mark Fischer atHydrosports (503)304-5383.Nee Deep, Cub Scout Day CampDay Camp will be the focus of ourattention starting the second week of July.Camp runs two consecutive Weeks, July7 – 11 and July 14 – 18. There has been alot of activity through the winter by ourDay Camp Committee planning for anawesome camping experience for our CubScouts. Sign ups are going on now at www.cpcbsa.org and you don’t want to miss outon any of the Fun.Willamette District Annual AwardsDinner, April 17This event is conducted to recognize andhonor our Districts Scouting Leaders whoserve the youth of our community throughDistrict CommissionerSteve PotterH/503.873.2384spotter67@verizon.netDistrict DirectorSteven UtterB/503.581.6602sutter@cpcbsa.orgyear we would like to have the head ofyour units sponsoring institution attend.The success of this event will be heightenedby you joining us and taking part inthe fun and festivities. We plan to haveentertainment to suit everyone, includinga few surprises.Trail to First ClassA training program June 25 – 27(campout TBA later) for first year BoyScouts that gives them a leg up on theiradvancement. This highly successfulprogram increases the probability that yourScouts will make it to Eagle. By insuringthat your first year Scouts obtain the rankof First Class the first year and makingtime for them to earn merit badges whileat summer camp. Class size is limitedwith a registration deadline of May 31.Enrollment information is on line at www.cpcbsa.org/registerCascade Service Area, EagleBanquetIn recognition of Eagle Class of 2007the Cascade Service Area is organizingits annual Eagle Banquet on April 21,2008. This is being done to recognize ourEagles throughout the Service Area andbringing Community Leaders, Businessowners, Business Professionals andScouting Alumni together for an eveningof Fellowship. Information for this eventcan be found at: www.cpcbsa.org/registerSr. District ExecutiveDale FosterB/503.581.6602 ext. 206dfoster@cpcbsa.org

Page 46District CalendarMarch25 Venturing Program Cabinetmeeting at Council office 7PMApril5 Venture Crew Aviation Day22 Venturing Program Cabinetmeeting at Council office 7PMVenturing now ten years oldYes, to some of us it seems like onlyyesterday when those green uniforms firstshowed up. Ten years have gone by sincethe beginning of the Venturing Program.Stay tuned for a beautiful shoulder patchcommemorating this event.Evergreen Aviation MuseumVenturing day April 5thVenturers are invited to check outthe Evergreen Aviation museum on theContactsCouncil Vice President, VenturingDennis McGary503.579.3140drmcgary@comcast.netDistrict CalendarMarch6 Fleet Staff6 Key 320 Skippers & MatesApril4 Fleet Staff4 Key 317 Skippers & Mates19-20 Area Regatta22 Top TeamQuartermaster’s BallThis year’s Quartermaster’s Ball paidhonor to two sea scouts who earned therank of Quartermaster, Bret Bowers andKevan Stoeckler both of Ship 601 City ofRoses.Valley Forge, PAForm many Valley Forge is hallowedground. It is the place where Americaforged the sword of freedom during thebleak, harsh winter of 1777, and gainedDistrict ContactsDistrict ChairmanJim LarsenH/360.695.0867v a r s i t y an d ve n t u r i n g5th to see planes, learn about weather, seehelicopters, and have an IMAX experiencefor only $11. At this price, it is an absolutesteal. To find out more about the events,call Cory Fuqua at (503)434-4185, or E-mailhim at Cory.Fuqua@sprucegoose.org. Thisis sure to fill up fast, so sign up today! Only40 spots are available. Pre-registrationrequired.Winter lodge event, successfulSeveral Crews came together for thesnow weekends to play in the snow. Therewas tubing, fellowship, and adventures.Many crews honed their skiing skills, somewent geocaching, and others stayed insideand drank cocoa.Venturing Leadership AwardNominations were due March firstto select the recipients of the VenturingLeadership Award. If you know anyone,youth or adult, who has done outstandingCouncil Adviser to VenturingScot ForbesB/503.225.5736sforbes@cpcbsa.orgs e a sc o u t sresolve of spirit to renew the battle forindependence. It is there, that this nation’stop 100 Eagle Scouts, Venturing SilverAward recipients and QuartermasterSea Scouts gathered on President’s Dayweekend to render national honors to afallen shipmate.Quartermaster Sea Scout Bret Bowersof CITY OF ROSES of Portland, Oregonwas chosen to represent the Scouts of thePacific Northwest. Bowers joined a nationalhonor guard to memorialize the service ofQuartermaster Sea Scout Laura BerwagerMankey who served her country as aLieutenant (junior grade) in the UnitedStates Navy. Call sign “WAGS” Mankeywas a naval aviator stationed aboardthe amphibious assault ship, USSBONHOMME RICHARD, flagship forExpeditionary Strike Group 5, SeventhAmphibious Squadron, and the 13thMarine Expeditionary Unit.“WAGS” is a member of the“Wildcards” the 23 Helicopter CombatDistrict CommissionerPhil OwenB/503.244.7986District ExecutiveVernard TaylorB/503.225.5743vtaylor@cpcbsa.orgCompass Pointsthings for Venturing in your unit, district,or council, fill out the nomination formfrom www.scouting.org as soon as possibleand submit it to the Council Office.Adventure Trek multi-sport race2008Adventure Trek 2008 is all full! Seeyou in 2010!Come on down to the CabinetmeetingAdults and youth alike are welcometo join the active Venturers in the CouncilCabinet. The Cabinet needs help putting onevents throughout the year, and promotingthe Venturing Program throughout thecouncil. They meet the fourth Tuesday ofevery month at the Council Office.Venturing Ride September 20thVenturing Ride for 2008 will be atButte Creek, and will involve horsebackriding and other fun events! This willalso be where we recognize the VenturingLeadership Award.Squadron; flying the new MH-60SNighthawk helicopter. Their missionwas to fly into hostile territory and rescuedowned aviators; defend the task forceagainst enemy submarines and surfacecraft; insert and extract Navy SEAL teams;and provide general logistic support. OnJanuary 26, 2007, they were preparingfor deployment to the Middle East andduty with the US FIFTH FLEET whenLt. Mankey’s Nighthawk lost power andcrashed into the sea off Southern Californiawith the loss of all hands. Lt. LauraMankey is survived by her husband, Lt.Jeff Mankey, a Submarine officer servingin USS NEVADA home ported in Bangor,Washington.The Freedoms Foundation at ValleyForge host the event as part of the AnnualPrice of Freedom Scholarship GrantProgram for leadership and citizenship.Participants are challenged to understandthe price paid for the freedoms we enjoy.

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