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Scouting the Road AheadLast month while I was attending the BSA’s NationalBoard Meeting in Nashville, Robert Gates was installedas the 35th President of the Boy Scouts of America.Gates has had a distinguished career serving as theDirector of the CIA andSecretary of Defense, notto mention also being anEagle Scout from Kansas.During his commentsat the closing banquetGates remarked, “I cansay without hesitation thatmy memories of Scoutingare every bit as vivid andmeaningful as what camelater in my life. I believeevery child deserves anopportunity to experiencewhat Scouting offers.”When I heard this Ithought about that last sentence, “an opportunity to experiencewhat Scouting offers.” While I don’t believe ourstaff and the more than 15,000 registered leaders in theHeart of America Council can control what Scoutinglooks like in other cities around the country, I am veryconfident that we can provide a life changing experiencefor all Scouting youth in the Kansas City area.A recent example of the level of program and commitmentour council has to its members could be seenduring the Scouting 500 at Kansas Speedway. I couldnot be prouder of the staff and volunteers who gaveof their time and talents ensuring that the Scouting500 was more than just another camporee, or as I liketo say, “Not your father’s camporee.” All Scouts whoparticipated in the Scouting 500 had the adventureof a lifetime. Frankly, I doubt that most of the Scoutsin attendance had the time to experience or even seeall the activities that were in the infield. Making theScouting 500 a part of the council’s strategicplan, and then committing to hold this majorevent every four years was a bold step for ourExecutive Board. Like any good Scout, welearn by doing and we will take the lessonslearned from 2014 to make our 2018 eventeven bigger and better.I also wanted to share one of my favoritephotos from the event. It was sent to me by aScoutmaster whose son had just crossed overinto Boy Scouts.After Sundaymorning churchservices, thetroop packedup and wenthome. When the Scoutgot home he sat downon the couch and within5 minutes he was soundasleep. I imagine thatsomeday he will be tellinghis children about thetime he participated inthe Scouting 500 at theKansas Speedway!ADVENTURES IN SCOUTINGPublished February/March, April/May, June/July, August/September, October/November, December/January by the Heartof America Council, Boy Scouts of America. This issue and pastarchived issues can be found on the Heart of America Councilwebsite, www.hoac-bsa.org.From the Scout ExecutiveJuneRobert Gates final comments at the Boy Scout NationalMeeting were:“We must move forward by focusing on what unites us:our belief that the Boy Scouts of America is the finestorganization in the world for building character whileteaching boys and young men to meet and overcomechallenges, to cheerfully serve others, and to live livesbased on the principles of the Scout Oath and Law.”In the Heart of America Council we make a differencein the lives of over 33,000 youth.As always if you have any questions, ideas or concernslet me know.Kenn MillerDirect Line: (816) 569-4980E-Mail: Kendrick.Miller@Scouting.orgCOUNCIL CALENDARJuly1 Tribal Celebration 1 OA Award Nominations Due1111Council MarketingCommittee MeetingUniversity of Scouting StaffMeeting1 Silver Beaver Nominations Due4Independence Day —Council Service Center Closed15-20 NYLT #1 9 University of Scouting Staff Meeting16-21 NYLT #2 30 SWD Committee Meeting18Council PRCommittee Meeting20 Scout City BBQ24 CouncilCommissioner Meeting25SWD CommitteeMeetingFor the complete2014 Camp Session Calendar,go to ScoutCamping.orgPRESIDENTMark R. JorgensonCOUNCILCOMMISSIONERHon. Keith W. SickendickVICE PRESIDENTSScott BoswellWilliam EasleyMarc E. ElkinsLester D. HamJames W. HayesClifford W. IlligJohn C. MartinJeanette PrengerGregg RiessZachary H. ShafranCharlie M. TetrickTREASURERJeremy CroucherLEGAL COUNSELRichard L. MartinScout ExecutiveKendrick J.E. MillerEDITORMatt I. ArmstrongGRAPHIC DESIGNTammy L. Bosley2Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

Scout Day at the KBreaks AttendanceRecord...AgainOn April 6, the 5th annual Scout Day at the Kset a new attendance record by welcoming morethan 12,800 Scouts and Scout families to openingweekend at Kauffman Stadium. More than just abaseball game, Scout Day at the K included VIPaccess to the Outfield Experience and featured anumber of on-field experiences including a pregameScout parade with more than 1,000 participants.Adult Eagle Scouts were also recognized for their exemplaryservice to Scouting and the community. The 2014 Ewing M.Kauffman Distinguished Eagle Scout Awards were presentedto Dr. John Fasbinder, David Frantze, David Yeamans, andRoyals pitcher Jeremy Guthrie.Visit our Facebook page for more 2014 Scout Day at the K photos.The 2014 Ewing M. Kauffman Distinguished Eagle Scout Class ishonored on the field before the gameRecentlybackfrom anexpeditionto Antarctica,Eagle ScoutAlex Houstonthrows out thefirst pitchCouncil NewsSluggerrr joinsthe Scout paradeThe annual School Night for Scouting campaign will welcome morethan 5,000 new youth to Scouting this fall. A “School Night” or “JoinScouting Night” will be held at every elementary school in the Heartof America Council and will introduce thousands of new families tothe Scouting program. So, how can you ensure a successful recruitmentfor your pack? Here’s a few helpful hints…▶ Plan your Ideal Year of Scouting:1. Create an annual program plan2. Tie the plan to a budget3. Communicate the plan to your Scouting families▶ Use a Marketing Plan: Have a plan to get the word out aboutyour school night. Choose from our proven “Top 40”marketing techniques to ensure a successful fall.▶ Give Families Multiple Opportunities to Join: Conducta recruitment event in August (School Night) as well as Septemberand October.▶ Select Adult Leaders: School Night should be aboutrecruiting youth, not selecting leaders. Identify your leaders beforethe School Night or prior to your Parent Orientation Meeting.NEWRECRUITMENTRESOURCESAvailable this JulySchool Nightfor Scouting 20142014-2015 Ideal Year of ScoutingPlanning GuideStart your Ideal Year of Scoutingwith our new planning guides.These full-color guides will beprovided at no cost to all Cub ScoutPacks, Boy Scout Troops, and UnitCommissioners. (*limit 2 per unit).Guides now available at roundtableor online at www.hoac-bsa.org/ideal-year-of-scouting.We will be rolling out a number of new resources this summer tohelp you better market your School Night. Be on the lookout for newflyers, posters, and social media resources at www.hoac-bsa.org/packrecruitment-resources.SCHOOL NIGHT T-SHIRTS ARE BACKBack by popular demand, youth who join atSchool Night will receive the 2014 limitededition School Night for Scouting t-shirt.T-shirts will be given free of charge to youthwho turn in a completed application, with fees,at School Night.4Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

Scouting 500SCOUTING500 WELCOMES 12,000TO KANSAS SPEEDWAYFrom May 16-18, the inaugural Scouting500 welcomed more than 12,000 Scouts,leaders, families, staff and vendors toKansas Speedway. The racing-themedweekend camping festival featuredmore than 100 different activities thatincluded everything from S.T.E.M. toSCUBA diving.Capping off the fun-filled weekend was aprivate 45-lap mock NASCAR race by theRichard Petty Driving Experience, a liveconcert by the ZEROS, a pre-race flyoverand skydivers, and a spectacular fireworksfinale. The Scouting 500 also includedScouts gather onSaturday morning forthe official openingceremonyspecial appearances by KansasGovernor Sam Brownback, ChristaDubill from 41 Action News, MissKansas, Theresa Vail, and Gill Clay, thegranddaughter of Scouting's founder,Lord Robert Baden Powell.Thank you to everyone who attended andto the Scouting 500 event staff for makingthis an unforgettable experience forthousands of Scouts.Falcon Skydiving Team helps kickoffthe Saturday night festivitiesSTEM providesan out ofthis worldexperienceFull speed ahead on the go kart track6Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

Finance NewsCouncil Welcomes New Directorof DevelopmentPlease welcome Jeromy Rutledge as the Heart of AmericaCouncil’s new Director of Development. In his new role,Jeromy will be responsible for overseeing and supportingthe fundraising operations of the council.With a background in commercial sales, Jeromy excels in fundraising. Most recentlyhe served as the Director of Corporate and Community Giving for the Boys andGirls Club of Kansas City. He is a graduate of Texas Tech University and graduatedwith a degree in Agricultural Studies.The 2014 Heart of America Council Boy Scout Golf Classic will be heldAugust 12, 2014 at the prestigious Loch Lloyd Country Club. Come out andenjoy a great day of golf at a great facility all while supporting Scouting in theHeart of America Council. Team registration and sponsorships range from$2,500 – $15,000. Contact Bob Hamlin at (816) 569-4921 for more information.New Incentivesfor 2014Popcorn SaleThe 2014 popcorn sale is rightaround the corner and thisyear we have a number ofnew incentives you’ll want toshare with your Scouts.Units will now be offered the option ofchoosing either the prize program or an additional 3% cash commission. Theprize program will be run by the Kansas City Scout Shop and will include a numberof exciting new items. The “Fill-it-Up” program is back and Scouts who fill-up anorder sheet will receive tickets to the 2015 Scout Day at the K and our annual UMKCbasketball game and pizza party. We’re2014 Popcorn Sale Schedule:also rolling out a new incentive to allScouts who fill-up an order sheet byTrainings — Held in AugustOctober 3. Scouts who turn in a copy ofShow N Sell Orders Due — August 27 their order sheet to the Council ServiceShow N Sell Pick-up — September 12-13 Center by October 3 will receive twoReturn Paperwork Due — October 20 passes to the Sky Zone Activity Center.Show N Sell Return Day — October 25Final Orders Due — October 27Final Order Pick-up — November 7 & 8Final Payment Due — December 8The sale runs September 12 – October 27and now is the time to commit your unitto sell. Contact your district executive orvisit www.hoac-bsa.org/popcorn to signuptoday.Jeromy was drawn to working for the council because of his volunteer roles in Troop10 for 8 years. He has two Eagle Scout sons and is Wood Badge trained. The councilis excited to welcome Jeromy to the Heart of America Council family.Joseph P CookEula Lee FullerMandy HerlethDavid & Victoria HernandezRichard & Joan JordanThomas & Rebecca MohanPeggy MohanJohn & Barbara RyanRon JohnsonHeart of America Council StaffHerold M. MeyersHeart of America Council StaffJohn W OlanderJohn C Byram JrErich HahnCharles ShrewsburyJulie TylerWilliam RadfordAndy & Martha DubillCarl RusertMarilyn HeinrichGerald E “Jerry” Roberts JrWesley & Julie AndrewsSally & Joe BellF Dale & Phyllis EmbreeMichael & Cathy HartfordBrad & Diane MayfieldDonald & Norma PryorSandra RobertsJoyce WilhiteIn Memory of:Joel SwetnamJohn DunnReat Underwood &Dr. William CorporonMrs. Shirley Albright and FamilyBennett Family Partners LLCBoy Scout Troop 84Alice CapsonTom CarmentKevin ConardChris CostelloJay & Lori DoddsRon EwingGary & Lois FoxenThe Gum FamilyHeartland Alliance of AmericaHeart of America Council StaffRandee & Mike KelleyPhilip & Mary KunkelJane LukachLou MorganCindy PierceBrad & Sandra SullivanThe Staff at The RetirementPlanning GroupJudith TharpJoe & Corey ZieglerJ Lyle Wells JrCharles & Donna BowersElizabeth & William ComfortRobert A Wood SrWilliam BahnmaierBerry PlasticsLarry & Serean BorcherdingDavid BryantScott & Linda BurgessRobert & Leta ChurchillDS ContainersFaultless Starch/Bon AmiCompanyJohn FerringKim GarfieldChris HodgdonTony JackowskiGeorge JohnstonDaniel KoontzKeith A NeumanJames NicholsonOlds Products CoJames OtisMichael ReddyJon & Sally RileyPeggy RedenbaughJohn RohrerLisa & Lowell TeagueUnited Imaging Consultants LLCIn Honor of:Jim HayesStanley SwordConnor NichollsStephanie MassonTo remember a loved one or honor a friend, mail your check to Memorials & Tributes, Heart ofAmerica Council, Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 414177, Kansas City, MO 64141-4177. For moreinformation, contact Jeromy Rutledge at (816) 569-4965.10Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

Cub Scout CampingFor more information about Cub Scout camping, visit www.SCOUTCAMPING.orgDAY CAMP — “Cubs in Space”13 Different Locations — 1 Great ProgramThere’s still time to sign-up for a “Cubs in Space” Day Camp,but act fast! The cost to attend is now only$70 and new Cub Scouts can registerfor $60 anytime.2014 Day Camp PatchDay Camp is open to all Cub Scouts,including kindergarten graduates, andis held within your district. Day Camp isfun with a purpose and Scouts will experience activitiesranging from archery to arts & crafts.Adventure Gear Starts Here!Get ready for summer camp at your local Scout Shop.BEAR RESIDENT CAMPTheodore Naish Scout Reservation —Cub WorldBear Camp is a 2-day outdoor adventure open to all Bears, or CubScouts entering the 3rd grade. Your Scout will get to explore the Lost Mines,shoot BB guns, set sail for adventure at the PirateShip Water Park, defend a castle, build their owntoolbox, and much more.CURRENT COST: $75Contact the Council Camping Department at(816) 942-9333 to make a reservation2014 Bear Camp SessionsSession 1: June 1-2 CLOSED Session 9: July 6-7 OPENSession 2: June 6-7 CLOSED Session 10: July 11-12 OPENSession 3: June 8-9 CLOSED Session 11: July 13-14 OPENSession 4: June 13-14 CLOSED Session 12: July 18-19 OPENSession 5: June 15-16 OPEN Session 13: July 20-21 OPENSession 6: June 22-23 CLOSED Session 14: July 25-26 OPENSession 7: June 27-28 CLOSED Session 15: July 27-28 OPENSession 8: June 29-30 CLOSED Session 16: August 1-2 OPENWEBELOS RESIDENT CAMPTheodore Naish Scout ReservationWebelos Camp is a 3-day outdoor adventure open to allWebelos Scouts entering the 4th or 5th grade. Separate programsare available for Webelos 1 and 2 Scoutswith daily programming that includes swimming,shooting sports, climbing, and much more.ASK YOUR SCOUT SHOP ASSOCIATE FOR DETAILS.KANSAS CITY SCOUT SHOP10210 Holmes RdKansas City, MO 64131P: 816-942-7757F: 816-942-8337HOURS:Mon., Wed., Fri.: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Tues. & Thurs.: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Sunday: ClosedLike us on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/KansasCityScoutShop®6588ADE03ACURRENT COST: $150Contact the Council Camping Department at(816) 942-9333 to make a reservation2014 Webelos Camp SessionsSession 1: June 22-24 CLOSED Session 7: July 17-19 CLOSEDSession 2: June 26-28 CLOSED Session 8: July 20-22 OPENSession 3: June 29 - July 1 CLOSED Session 9: July 24-26 OPENSession 4: July 6-8 OPEN Session 10: July 27-29 OPENSession 5: July 10-12 CLOSED Session 11: July 31 – August 2 OPENSession 6: July 13-15 OPENHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201411

Naish NewsNaish Work DaysNaish needs your help! This fall,we will hold scheduled workdayson the following dates:August 2 — Camp TeardownAugust 16 — OA Fall Induction #1Sign-up to help out on workdaysat http://naish2014workdays.kintera.org/.On September 27, you can join skilled trades workers to help completesome very important projects at Naish. Sign up for our 2014 Skilled TradesWorkday at http://2014naishskilledtradesday.kintera.org.2014 Order of the ArrowInductionsDuring the first two weeks of June, dozens of Ordealcandidates will become Arrowmen in the Order ofthe Arrow. There are two more opportunities for yourcandidates to complete their Ordeal or seal their membershipin OA by becoming Brotherhood members.August 15-17 —Fall Induction #1 @ NaishSeptember 5-7 —Fall Induction #2 @ BartleSign-up online or downloadthe 2014 Induction Packet atwww.hoac-bsa.org/oa-activities.order of the arrowAWARD NOMINATIONSDue July 1Vigil Honor & Founder’s Awardwww.hoac-bsa.org/resources-oaNOAC 2015August 3-8 — Michigan State UniversityJoin the Tamegonit Lodge contingentto NOAC in 2015 foronly $650. We’re takingdeposits now at www.hoac-bsa.org/noac.WHIPPOORWILL Council Ring CompleteAt Spring Inductions this year, hundreds of Arrowmen and Ordeal candidateswere the first to experience ceremonies in the newly renovated WhippoorwillCouncil Ring. Whippoorwill looks better than ever and will bean awesome site for Arrowmen to experience the ceremonies of the OA foryears to come.So far, Tamegonit Lodge has raised more than $63,000 towards our goal of$100,000 to fund the project. There are several recognitionitems for donors who give at least $100 to thecampaign including a commemorative patch set. Formore information contact Cortland Bolles at cortland.bolles@scouting.org or (816) 569-4955.At the Lodge’s 75th Anniversary Celebration in September,we will hold a dedication ceremony to thank allthe donors and laborers who helped renovate Whippoorwill.Be on the lookout for more information atwww.hoac-bsa.org/tamegonit-lodge-75th-anniversary.NEW IN 2014Camp NaishATV CourseAvailable this summerfor Scouts 14 and older2014 NaishCamper ShirtHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201413

Heart of America Council Eagle Scouts — February - March 2014Big MuddyTroop 1243 Patrick Dameron Mark Ives, SMTroop 1258 Evan Lyons Anita Brenberger, SMTroop 1324 Nathan Hosman Roland Francis, SMTroop 1324 Allen Hall Roland Francis, SMBlue ElkTroop 1138 Alexander Spehar Dennis Henks, SMTroop 1161 Andrew Foster Bruce Lathrop, SMTroop 1221 Andrew Naught James Waldman, SMTroop 1266 Christopher Macrander Kurtis Blocher, SMTroop 1310 Ryan Niederschulte David Wildschuetz, SMTroop 1310 Wyatt Pacholke David Wildschuetz, SMTroop 1346 Tyler Carter Michael Maloney, SMTroop 1346 Benjamin Kettlewell Michael Maloney, SMTroop 1347 Jeremiah Snow Jeffrey Fox, SMTroop 1362 Carlin Danaher Anthony Schamel, SMTroop 1362 Matthew Barris Anthony Schamel, SMTroop 1381 Caleb Colyer Curtis Sperry, SMTroop 1381 Jarod Rush Curtis Sperry, SMTroop 1492 Zachary Webber Roy Pittman Jr, SMTroop 1492 Joseph Kraft Roy Pittman Jr, SMTroop 1603 Quinton Heard Jason Waltonen, SMTroop 1605 Robinson Harmon Thomas Frasher, SMTroop 1605 Jared Brant II Thomas Frasher, SMTroop 1692 Talan Lang Charles Ruedi, SMTroop 1813 Dominic Greathouse John Jacques, SMTroop 1865 Donovan Chambers James Velghe, SMTroop 1946 Tauivi Olamaleva Gary Arnett, SMKawTroop 3 Jason Rydalch David Harmon, SMTroop 44 Tyler Mitchell Michael King, SMTroop 165 Maxwell Hubbert Nils Erickson, SMTroop 167 Kodi Shouse Steven Henry, SMTroop 167 Noah Barrette Steven Henry, SMTroop 244 Cody Birdwell David Block, SMTroop 304 Evan Doyle David Moon, SMTroop 357 Dylan Olson Raymond Stockman, SMTroop 366 August Zoch Gerard Overbey, SMLone BearTroop 1513 Justin Dean Charles Barry, SMNorth StarTroop 1008 James Ashcroft Michael Packard, SMTroop 1134 Logan Kesler Seth Laudie, SMTroop 1137 Cole Ritchie Lars Floden, SMTroop 1261 Nathaniel Brancato III Thomas Adams, SMTroop 1261 Thomas Givens Thomas Adams, SMTroop 1261 John Adams Thomas Adams, SMTroop 1271 Gregory Busch Mark Folsom, SMTroop 1271 Robert Steinbach Mark Folsom, SMTroop 1301 Kevin Kirtley Eric Eads, SMTroop 1309 Kyle Kennedy Timothy Denney, SMTroop 1309 Marcos Barbosa Timothy Denney, SMTroop 1309 Jack Taylor Jr. Timothy Denney, SMTroop 1309 Jaxon Harvey Timothy Denney, SMTroop 1309 Kolton Kopp Timothy Denney, SMTroop 1357 Evan Todd Roger Hill, SMTroop 1360 Jacob Orr Timothy Brammeier, SMTroop 1374 David Beyer Paul Crooks, SMTroop 1374 Lucas Simpson Paul Crooks, SMTroop 1408 Jacob Cates Jeffrey Walters, SMTroop 1412 Andrew Crouse Timothy Helton, SMTroop 1444 Alexander Moyer Allen Lee, SMTroop 1444 Cade Kellam Allen Lee, SMTroop 1900 Skylor Hidy Phillip Anderson, SMNorthern TierTroop 299 Zachary Jones Jason Wilson, SMTroop 358 Benjamin Calvin Nathan Roney, SMPelatheTroop 53 Brett Carey II Mitchell Yulich, SMTroop 53 Matthew Mitchell Mitchell Yulich, SMTroop 59 George Deppenbusch Eric Caldwell, SMTroop 64 Simon Elwell Glenn Jackson, SMPioneer TrailsTroop 1118 Matthew Thorman Joseph Palausky, SMRed-Tailed HawkTroop 85 Gabriel Greene Jeffrey Wandtke, SMTroop 182 Cameron Genter Kevin Ost, SMTroop 201 Jared Baugh Greg Baugh, SMTroop 218 John Oxley Mark Garcia, SMTroop 218 Abhishek Arnipalli Mark Garcia, SMTroop 222 Frank Craven Bradley Fountain, SMTroop 240 Scott DuBrow Phillip Ratterman, SMTroop 240 Alex Bentzinger Phillip Ratterman, SMTroop 315 Conrad Giebler Kevin Coriden, SMTroop 315 Henry Zimmermann Kevin Coriden, SMTroop 315 Griffin Klimek Kevin Coriden, SMTroop 324 Daniel Aks Kent Bredehoeft, SMTroop 412 Blake Boucher William Wood, SMTroop 459 Matthew Ward Craig Howes, SMThunderbirdTroop 1032 Samuel Winton Dan Barnes, SMTroop 1032 John Baker Dan Barnes, SMTroop 1077 Nathaniel Ryan Victor Watson, SMTroop 1077 Colton Neill Victor Watson, SMTroop 1088 Bradley Johnson Justin Fay, SMTroop 1111 Christopher Rich Peter Petznick, SMTroop 1124 Gregory Pitts Daniel Parker, SMTroop 1220 Michael Edgar Andrew Wilcox, SMTroop 1245 Jacob Harryman Mark Boles, SMTroop 1251 Joseph Hays Robert Johnson, SMTroop 1262 Mitchell Moyer Jon Ledford, SMTroop 1262 Wesley Madsen Jon Ledford, SMTroop 1264 Mitchell Fields Mark Dunning, SMTroop 1264 Skylar Smith Mark Dunning, SMTroop 1285 Matthias Arduser Bernard Swanner, SMTroop 1300 Steven Vaughan Matthew Heinrich, SMTroop 1300 Micah Cox Matthew Heinrich, SMTroop 1323 David Treece David Parker, SMTroop 1323 Ryan Sanders David Parker, SMTroop 1469 Noah Stubbs Lexie Wallace, SMTroop 1510 Caleb Holle Paul Fyffe, SMTroop 1621 Tracy Vest Patrick Snider, SMTroop 1717 Isaiah Simmons Timothy Collins, SMTrailheadTroop 10 Matthew Antonic Robert Day, SMTroop 10 Austin Brown Robert Day, SMTroop 10 Miles Green Robert Day, SMTroop 92 Tristan Meier James Rinehart, SMTroop 251 Michael Skelton Sean Wilde, SMTroop 282 Quinten Beckingham Kerby Ball, SMTroop 284 Jacob Benson Andrew Inzerillo, SMTroop 284 Benny Inzerillo Andrew Inzerillo, SMTroop 284 James Lambrechts Andrew Inzerillo, SMTroop 284 Peter Strobel Andrew Inzerillo, SMTroop 381 Robert Duff Michael Duff, SMTroop 381 Steven Schmidt Jr. Michael Duff, SMTrails WestTroop 88 Osten O'Dell James Martin, SMTroop 88 Tyler Sonneveldt-Gragg James Martin, SMTroop 108 Matthew Miller Louis Schuler, SMTroop 181 Joseph Roszel John Whiteside, SMTroop 186 Brett Christianson Thomas Hart, SMTroop 186 Ryan Loiacono Thomas Hart, SMTroop 401 Michael McCosh Michael Meigs, SMTroop 401 David Pullen Michael Meigs, SMTroop 401 Kellan Horner Michael Meigs, SMTroop 428 Zachary Ruschill Todd Steinmetz, SMTroop 428 Blake Steinmetz Todd Steinmetz, SMTroop 439 Jared Morris Jacob Wolf, SMTroop 494 Nicholas Jones Kyle Weber, SM16Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

Big MuddyOfficersBig MuddyDistrict Chair Mike Persell (816) 470-2821District Commissioner Jeff Brenton (816) 470-6058Activities Chair Darrell Underwood (816) 776-5230Advancement Chair Chuck Scott (816) 377-5600Boy Scout Roundtable Phil Dierking (816) 405-7540Camping Chair Ed Gooseman (816) 682-2008Cub Scout Roundtable Susan Dallstream (816) 470-5919Eagle Board of Review Chuck Scott (816) 377-5600Finance Chair Bosh Bruening (816) 668-8380Membership Chair Randy Florence (660) 232-4479OA AdvisorLarry Long/Scott Medlock(816) 304-0011(816) 200-2220Public Relations Chair Mac Rogers (816) 520-4152Risk Management Chair Thomas Hodson (816) 934-2731Training Chair Tammy Cockrum (660) 281-9899Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Bret Cooper (816) 726-4263Venturing Chair Darrell Neuner (660) 259-2837District Executive Joseph Beck (816) 569-4918Joseph.Beck@scouting.orgDistrict Informationplanting of shrubs, repairing a split rail fence, haulingaway brush, and picking up trash around the historiclandmark. Thank you to everyone who helped giveback to our community.Investment in CharacterThank you to all of the generous supporters of theannual Investment in Character Campaign. Your supportwill help ensure that the district remains fiscallyresponsible and will make it possible for us to continueto support the large number of requests for campershipsand financial assistance.Day CampDay Camp is here and it certainly promises to be agood time. If you get a few free minutes, then comeout and stop by to enjoy the day with us. Just be sure tocheck in when you come out.School Night for ScoutingSchool Night for Scouting is one of the most importanttimes of the year in the Scouting calendar. Muchlike last year, we continue to tweak the School Nightplan. The district hosted a School Night Kickoff at theMay Roundtable, but not everyone was in attendance.Please take the time to contact Joe Beck at (816) 516-6730 for information. These changes, although minor,will be able to help maximize our efforts for the fallroundup campaign.RoundtableThe Big Muddy District Roundtable meetings areheld the first Tuesday of every month at the LexingtonUnited Methodist Church. Please make sure yourunit has someone there to pick up materials and relayinformation. Having that person make a report at theunit committee meeting is a great way for your unit tostay on top of upcoming events.Want to be featured in Adventuresin Scouting?If you have a great program, or outstanding youthin your program, send your story to your executiveand get them featured in future articles in Adventuresin Scouting.2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout56.3 % 46.6 %4.9 %June2-5 Big Muddy Day CampWalnut Hills in Carrollton, Missouri3 RoundtableNot being held due to summer camps3 District Commissioner MeetingNot being held due to summer camps5 District Committee MeetingNot being held due to summer campsJulyNo District MeetingsLexington Battlefield Invadedby ScoutsThe date was April 6, the weather was great, and morethan 25 Scouts showed up to give back to the communityof Lexington. The service project included theAT SUNSETa FREE public eventHeart of America Council,Boy Scouts of America eveningTAPSATTHETOWER6 | 22 | 14Extended Museum hours from 10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.Say you’re with Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of Americaand receive $7 special admission for friends and family!DOWNTOWN KANSAS CITY | theworldwar.orgHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201417

District InformationExploring OfficersDivision Chairman Duane Anstaett (816) 654-1603Finance Chair Joe Jacobs (816) 556-2255Service Team Chair Lawson Renner (816) 759-8130Health & Medicine Cluster Chair Clinton Fields (816) 404-8050Law Enforcement Cluster Chair Darin Chance (816) 847-5000Engineering Cluster Chair Bryan Watts (913) 458-8495Activities Chair Melanie Pierce (913) 895-6300Exploring Executive Kerry Jorn (816) 569-4937Kerry.Jorn@LFLmail.org2014 Investmentin CharacterJune7 Law Enforcement ChallengeOverland Park Training Center, 12401Hemlock St., Overland Park, KS19 Committee Meeting & Cluster Breakouts,12:00 pmHeart of America Council Service Center,10210 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MOJulyNo Exploring EventsExploringKC.org105.0 %Black & Veatch CivilEngineering TourDespite temperatures barely above freezing, 25 Black& Veatch explorers made their way to the Bond Bridgeon March 22. Tour guides gave the group an overviewof how the area was formed by glaciers and the type ofrock that they had to deal with in building the structure.Explorers learned how the foundation for themain support structure was designed and built.Job Corps Explorer PostOur Job Corps Explorer Post has many programsto offer to students interested in skilled trades. EachBus Wreck ScenarioOn April 12, Independence and Sugar CreekFire Departments came together for a bus rollover scenario. Explorers were able to put theirskills to use and assist “mock patients.” Fireposts used extractiontools to removethe patients andtransfer them to thehealth tent wherethey were evaluatedfurther. Specialthanks to the HallmarkExplorer Postwho took photos atthe event.month, Job Corps Culinary Program caters to a groupof community leaders to experience the hospitalitycareer that they are thriving to achieve. Students getthe opportunityto make5-star mealsto show offtheir culinaryskills! Theirhealthcareprogram offersstudentsthe opportunitytoachieve acareer as aCNA, MedicalAssistant,and Phlebotomist.Checkout some ofthe picturesfrom our JobCorps ExplorerPost!Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201419

FrontierOfficersFrontierDistrict Chairman Kevin Henderson (816) 949-7510District Vice Chair Jim Shetlar (913) 579-2539District Vice Chair James Vaca (816) 719-4969District Commissioner Doug Roberts (816) 453-8401Training Chair Mark Jansen (913) 766-1970Camping Chair Bob Coates (816) 898-1949Activities Chair Chris Cullum (816) 308-5330District Director Dusty Boatright (816) 569-4967Dustin.Boatright@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Pauline Rios (816) 569-4947Pauline.Rios@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Andrea Watts (816) 569-4947Andrea.Watts@scouting.org2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout8.3 %June19 Program Aide Roundtable, 7:00 pmSouth Patrol Police Station, 9701 MarionPark Dr., Kansas City, MO30-2 Day Camp, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pmTrailwoods Elementary School,6201 E 17 St., Kansas City, MO1.9 %July2 District Committee Meeting, 7:00 pmHeart of America Council Service Center,10210 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO14-16 Day Camp, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pmHolliday Montessori School,7227 Jackson Ave., Kansas City, MO17 Program Aide Roundtable, 7:00 pmSouth Patrol Police Station, 9701 MarionPark Dr., Kansas City, MOGeneral Motors/UAW Local 31Pinewood DerbyOn March 29, General Motors, Ford, and local CubScouts raced for a good cause at the 15th AnnualGeneral Motors/UAW Local 31 Pinewood Derby.The event took place at the General Motors FairfaxPlant where a record breaking 126 Cub Scouts wereDistrict Informationin attendance from the Frontier, Kaw, Blue Elk, andThunderbird Districts. In addition to youth races,the corporate race division featured specially craftedPinewood Derby cars by employees of General Motors,UAW Local 31 and Ford Motor Company.All proceedsfrom theevent benefitthe Heart ofAmericaCouncil’sScoutreachCampScholarshipProgramwhich helps Scouting youth in Kansas City’s urbancore attend summer camp. Since 1999, the event hasraised over $290,000 sending more than 1,600 KansasCity area youth to summer camp.Scout City BBQFriday, June 20Barney Allis Plaza — Kansas City, MOSince 1998, thenewly re-brandedScout City BBQhas raised over$260,000 for theUrban Scoutingprogram here inKansas City. Thesuccess of this eventhas made it possibleto provide urbanyouth the opportunityto becomeScouts by reducing the cost of registration, handbooks,uniforms and other program essentials.Your participation in the 2014 Scout City BBQ willhelp the Urban Scouting program continue to serve at-risk youth in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. Pleaseconsider making a donation and joining us for agreat lunch.Individual tickets are $10 and includes a pulled-porksandwich, beans, coleslaw, ice cream and drink.American Royal Grand Champion PLOWBOYS BBQis once again preparing the meal. Sponsorships are alsoavailable. Contact Dusty Boatright at (816) 569-4967or Dusty.Boatright@scouting.org for more information.Program Aides ofthe MonthWe are pleased to recognizeDaryel Garrison andIvy Cullen as our programaides of the month. Theseleaders have delivered anexceptional program forour Scouts. Daryel and Ivywere both recognized witha $25 gift card to Quik Trip.Thank you for everythingyou do for Scouting in theFrontier District!WE WANT YOU!Apply to be a Frontier Program Aide TodayScoutreach Part-Time Job OpportunityJob Description: Give leadership to the developmentand maintenance of quality Scouting programslocated in underserved communities in accordancewith the Boy Scouts of America’s Mission Statement.Programs will take place within Kansas City, Missouriand Kansas City, Kansas schools. The programs runafter school from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Monday-Friday.Flexible hours. Pay startsat $9.00 per hour and canincrease upon performance.A background checkis required.Qualifications: Must be over18 years of age. Must haveexperience working withinan urban environment andhave an enthusiastic andsupportive personality.Interested? Contact AndreaWatts at (816) 569-4947 orandrea.watts@scouting.org.Scouts from Pack and Troop 342create art with gumdropsScouts from Troop 342 try theirhand at fishing in Clinton, MO20Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

KawOfficersKawDistrict Chair David Block (913) 200-1731District Commissioner Nils Erickson Nils.erickson@us.army.milActivities Chair Susan Rodgers (913) 240-7965Advancement Chair Warren Minear (913) 449-7348Boy Scout Roundtable Nils Erickson Nils.erickson@us.army.milCamping Chair Rob Sloop (913) 422-0583Cub Scout Roundtable Regina Utter (913) 206-0340Eagle Board of Review Warren Minear (913) 449-7348Finance Chair Bruce Coleman (913) 422-3040Membership Chair Phil Raine Phillip.raine@gmail.comOA Advisor Mark Blanken (913) 250-0110Public Relations Chair VacantRisk Management Chair VacantTraining Chair Bill Brown (913) 724-3612Wood Badge/NYLT Chair VacantVenturing Chair Allan Lechner (913) 651-5398District Executive Jose Romero (816) 569-4973Jose.Romero@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout78.3 % 18.7 %9.2 %District InformationJune2-6 Kaw District Day CampSouth Camp, Theodore Naish Scout Reservation5 Kaw Roundtable, 7:00 pmBonner Springs United Methodist Church,405 Morse St., Bonner Springs, KS12 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmLDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave., KansasCity, KS12 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pmLDS Church, 8616 Haskell Ave., KansasCity, KSJulyNo District MeetingsOrder of the Arrow Callout — March 29Memorial Day TributeThank you to all of the Scouting units that participatedin this year’s Memorial Day Flag Placement Ceremony.More than 1,200 Scouts placed flags on more than31,000 graves at the VA National Cemetery in Leavenworth,KS.Popcorn is ComingAre you ready to sell popcorn? We are! If your unit islooking to sell popcorn, it’s time to start looking foryour unit kernel to help lead your pack, troop or crewto a successful popcorn sale.If you know who your kernel is already, please submitthe name to Jose Romero at jose.romero@scouting.org.Investment in Character CampaignThe Kaw District would like to thank all units whohosted an Investment in Character presentation ateither their Blue and Gold Banquet or Court of Honor.This year’s Kaw family goal is $30,250. If your unit hasnot scheduled your presentation or you would likeour presentation team to return, contact Greg Thomasat gregory.m.thomas4.civ@mail.mil or Jose Romero at(816) 569-4973 or jose.romero@scouting.org.NEW MARKETING RESOURCES AVAILABLE THIS JULYwww.hoac-bsa.org/pack-recruitment-resourcesHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201421

Lone BearOfficersLone BearDistrict Chair Allen Huff (660) 351-0578District Commissioner Richard Smart (417) 646-1366Activities Chair Jon Cerda (660) 429-2747Advancement Chair Denney Jefferson (660) 909-4944Boy Scout Roundtable Bert Russell (417) 309-0733Camping Chair April Hale (660) 909-2559Cub Scout Roundtable Melinda Elmer (816) 297-2022Eagle Board of Review Jim Houk (660) 890-2247Finance Chair Hurley Mahan (660) 885-1130Membership Chair Rhonda Weinmann (660) 624-3818OA Advisor Judy Molt (660) 909-3017Public Relations Chair Kathy Noe (660) 233-0210Risk Management Chair Ryan Mendenhall (660) 351-2773Training Chair John Harris (660) 864-5061Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Steve Foote (660) 309-0619Venturing ChairVacantDistrict Director David Riker (816) 569-4974David.Riker@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune3 Roundtable, 7:00 pmClinton Scout Building,808 Augusta St., Clinton, MO9-13 Cub Scout Day CampArtesian Park, Clinton, MO10 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pmClinton Scout Building,808 Augusta St., Clinton, MO17 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmClinton Scout Building,808 Augusta St., Clinton, MOJulyNo District Events105.1 % 50.0 %8.3 %Investment in CharacterCongratulations to the following units who haveachieved Free Rank Advancement thus far:Troop 1031Troop 1350Troop 1400Troop 1509District InformationPack 4019Pack 4399Pack 4632Congratulations toeveryone in the LoneBear District. We havesurpassed our Investmentin Character goal and are ahead of schedule.Thank you to everyone who participated and to thosewho worked to help both the family and communitygoals be reached.Day CampAre you ready to go into outer space? Would you liketo be one of the astronauts or a member of missioncontrol? Then you need to come and join in the fun atCub Scout Day Camp! Camp will be held June 9-13 atArtesian Park in Clinton, MO. Lots of fun and adventureare waiting. Camp Director Angela Thornton andProgram Director Melissa Moore have been workingall year to make sure that day camp will be fun andexciting. As always, there is still a need for staff. If youcan help for a day or two, or maybe even the full week,please contact Angela at (816) 732-4151.Summer CampingSummer is always the highlight of any Scout’s yearin Scouting. They not only look forward to summercamp, but also to themany other opportunitiesthat are available.Take the time to exploresome out of the ordinaryoptions and helpto increase your Scout’sexcitement for Scoutingand the outdoors.Make sure to take lots ofpictures and bring backlots of stories.Scouts from Troop 404 visit Ha Ha Tonka State ParkAdventures In ScoutingThe Lone Bear District would love to hear from yourScouting unit. Do you have an interesting trip thatyour unit has gone on or a community service projectthat you would like to share? We would love to be ableto share your story in the next Adventures in Scoutingnewsletter. Send photos and stories to David Riker atdavid.riker@scouting.org.Pack 400 enjoying the parade around Kauffman Stadium atScout Day at the KOur own District Commissioner,Richard Smart, helping out at theH. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation’sSkilled Trades Work Day22Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

North STARNorth StarOfficersDistrict Chair Jeff Goertz (816) 781-8403District Commissioner Paul Crooks 374gator@sbcglobal.netActivities Chair Tim Helton (816) 694-6688Advancement Chair Larry Duncan (816) 858-2964Boy Scout Roundtable VacantCamping Chair VacantCub Scout Roundtable Scott Hidy cubber320@yahoo.comEagle Board of Review Bill Moberly (816) 781-6923Finance Chair Duane Soper goldenkeyinc@kc.rr.comMembership Chair Mike Riley (816) 407-7279OA Advisor Barry Loughrige loughrigedb@gmail.comPublic Relations Chair Brian Blake (816) 746-6797Risk Management Chair Mark Tomes (816) 454-2576Training Chair Jeff Tyler (816) 505-2017Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jeanie Salmon (816) 222-4878Venturing Chair Keith Kaiser kcscouter@gmail.comDistrict Director Trey Miller (816) 569-4964Ralph.Miller@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Malissa Bohannan (816) 569-4982Malissa.Bohannan@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Adam Singleton (816) 569-4950Adam.Singleton@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune5 Roundtable, 7:00 pmKCMO Police Training Academy,6885 NE Pleasant Valley Rd., Kansas City,MO9-12 CUBS IN SPACE Day CampPlatte County Fairgrounds, Tracy, MO10 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pmLiberty Stake Center,6751 NE 70th St., Liberty, MO12 Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 pmLiberty Stake Center,6751 NE 70th St., Liberty, MOJulyNo District Meetings66.0 % 36.3 %7.4 %District InformationNorth Star Scouter Honored for50 Years of ServiceAt the April District Roundtable, John Hoaglandreceived his 50 Year Service Award. This is a tremendousaward rarely given out. John started his service toScouting when his oldest son joined Boy Scout Troop357 back in 1963. At that time, registration in the BSAwas only one-dollar. A full ten days at the H. Roe BartleScout Reservation was ten-dollars. John has threesons: John, Greg, and Jim. All three of them are EagleScouts. Service to Scouting has always been at the coreof John’s character. The following is just a small sampleof what John has accomplished in Scouting:• Cubmaster, Pack 357, twice• Cub Roundtable chair for five years• Scoutmaster, Troop 357• Camporee Director• Committee Chair, Troop 357• District Commissioner for eighteen years• Staff Member for many District Leadertraining courses• Scout Leader Training Course Director• Attended many training courses at Philmont• Participated in over 200 Eagle Boards of Review• Brotherhood member in the Order of the Arrow• Sachem in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say• Silver Beaver Award in 1990• Good Shepard Award in 2009• Troop 357’s Investment in Character chairpersonThe Heart of America Council and the North Star Districtare fortunate to have such a dedicated volunteer2014-15Ideal Year of ScoutingGuideNOW AVAILABLE ONLINEwww.hoac-bsa.org/Ideal-Year-of-Scoutingas John. Thanks, John, for the Impact you have madeto the youth of our area.God and Service AwardThe Programs of Religious Activities with Youth(P.R.A.Y.) provides programs and awardsin many denominations for youth-orientedservice programs. While most of the traditionalGod and Country awards each year areearned by Scouting youth, there are a fewadult awards available. One such award is theGod and Service Award. This award is givento acknowledge distinguished volunteer service byadults in ministryto young peoplethrough serviceto the Church anda national youthagency — such asthe Boy Scouts ofAmerica. Recently,ten adults in theNorth Star Districtwere awarded theGod and ServiceAward. These individualscontinue toprovide leadershipin making sure ouryouth fulfill theTwelfth Point ofthe Scout Law — AScout is Reverent.Ralph Michael(Mike) Bennett— Pack 288and Naish PoolDirectorKristie Evans — Troop 376Amy Lagermann — Troop 393Joseph Engle — Pack 303Nichola (Nicci) Engle — Pack 303Alfred (Ben) Sandidge — Unit CommissionerBrandon C. Hamilton — Pack 249John F. Wilcox — National Council RelationshipsCommittee and Unit Commissioner in PioneerTrailsDr. Bruce Williams, D.O. — Unit CommissionerBill McCully — Unit CommissionerHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201423

Northern TierNorthern TierOfficersDistrict Chair Chris Ross (913) 236-5890District Commissioner Stephanie Ogan (913) 954-0725Activities Co-Chairs Ben and Lisa Grimsley (913) 441-3865Advancement Chair Terry Masters (913) 432-8983Boy Scout Roundtable Rick Pope (913) 205-7898Camping Chair Judy Tuckness (913) 244-9653Cub Scout Roundtable Harry Moyer (913) 268-6958Eagle Board of Review Phil Starcke (816) 363-3761Finance Chair Bill Henderson (913) 383-1950Membership Chair Mike Blinn (913) 432-4224OA Advisor Bob Kalkofen (913) 362-5576Public Relations Chair Jamey Hilleary (913) 515-3841Risk Management Chair Rob Jones (913) 681-1453Training Chair Jeff Deane (913) 205-0089Venturing Chair John Forsyth (913) 341-5061Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jamey Hilleary (913) 515-3841Senior District Executive Nick Traxler (816) 569-4969Nick.Traxler@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout101.1 % 31.4 %6.2 %June5 Roundtable, 7:00 pmChurch of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100Hadley, Overland Park, KSMerit Badge Counselor Training,OA Chapter 13 Meeting, Eagle Book Review9-13 Cub Scout Day CampShawnee Riverfront Park,5500 Frisbee Rd, Shawnee, KS17 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmGrace Christian Fellowship Church,7230 Quivira Rd., Shawnee, KS17 District Committee Meeting, 8:00 pmGrace Christian Fellowship Church,7230 Quivira Rd., Shawnee, KS19 School Night for Scouting Kick-off, 7:00pmBRR Architecture.6700 Antioch Plaza, Suite 300,Merriam, KS 66204District Information19 Eagle Boards of Review, 6:30 pmChurch of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 7100Hadley, Overland Park, KSJulyNo District EventsNorthern Tier Gives Back tothe CommunityService and Scouting go hand-in-hand. This is whyScouts in blue, brown and green uniforms around ourcouncil are held in such high regard. April is probablythe busiest month for Scouts when it comes to providingcommunity service. Northern Tier Scouts werevery active in April with several varieties of communityservice projects.One example of an exceptional day of service comesfrom Pack 3351 in Northern Tier. On Saturday,April 5, five families from Pack 3351 worked forabout 2.5 hours cleaning out beds, raking and baggingleaves, and cleaning fallen branches from the lawnof Mrs. Van, an older woman who lives in Shawnee.The Pack filled up 60 lawn & leaf bags that day. Theyalso filled the back of a pickup truck with dead treebranches and bags of yard waste.As you can see in the pictures, the boys worked hardand had a great time. Mrs. Van was very appreciativeof the hard work. She gave all the boys water bottlesand Hershey’s Kisses.2014 Program Planning FairNorthern Tier had an exciting and well-attendedProgram Planning Extravaganza on May 1st at theLDS Church inOverland Park. Scoutleaders from mostunits in our districtcame to participatein this annual event.Booths were set upand displayed by manydistrict leaders. Topicsup for discussion werecommissioner service,Scouting 500, popcornsale, investment incharacter, camping,activities, camporee,OA, Cub Scouting andSchool Night for Scouting, and so much more!After leaders visited each booth and connected withthe volunteers there, they enjoyed a Peach Nehi Floatstraight from Iconium, MO! A special thank-you isin order for all of the volunteers who came togetherto provide this service to our unit leaders. This teameffort came together without issue and provided ourleaders with the tools and ideas they need to operate afun and organized Scouting program.24Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

PelatheOfficersPelatheDistrict Chair Mark Gleeson (785) 841-2334District Commissioner John Harman (785) 331-7384Activities Chair Kathleen Gordon-Ross (785) 813-1769Advancement Chair Rich Bailey (785) 842-0842Boy Scout Roundtable Sandy Dixon (816) 721-3265Camping Chair Dave Ozaki (785) 331-5512Cub Scout Roundtable David Simmons (785) 691-9836Eagle Board of Review Rich Bailey (785) 842-0842Finance Chair VacantMembership Chair Cindy Lynn (785) 550-1594OA Advisor Marlon Schneck (785) 865-0802Public Relations Chair VacantRisk Management Tom Volek (785) 865-5685ChairTraining Chair Rick Heschmeyer (785) 841-8853Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Dave Ozaki (785) 331-5517Venturing Chair Audrey Taylor (785) 749-5722District Director Randy Kidder (816) 569-4954Randy.Kidder@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune2-5 Cub Scout Day CampDouglas County Fairgrounds,Lawrence, KS12 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmFirst Baptist Church,1330 Kasold, Lawrence, KS12 Roundtable, 7:00 pmFirst Baptist Church,1330 Kasold, Lawrence, KS19 District Committee Meeting, 7:00 pmFirst Presbyterian Church, Lawrence, KSJulyNo District Events100.0 % 30.9 %11.0 %District InformationInvestment in Character —Goal $47,800Congratulations to Keith Wood, Family Investmentin Character Chair, Don Edman, Community Investmentin Character Chair and their workers for anoutstanding 2014 campaign. The Pelathe District faceda challenging combined goal of $47,800 for the Familyand Community campaigns. Thank you to Scoutingfamilies, as well as the individuals and businesses thatgenerously support Scouting in the Pelathe Districtand the Heart of America Council.Bill Self Boy Scout Golf ClassicThe date is set for August 25. Lawrence Country Clubis the course and KU Basketball Coach Bill Self hasgraciously agreed toserve as our honorarychairman and celebritygolfer. This tournamenthas along historyof Scoutingsupport.Derek Bailey of Lawrence Bank and hiscommittee are hard at work recruitingmore than 28 teams to enjoy a day of golfwhile raising more than $16,000 to supportScouting in the Pelathe District and theHeart of America Council.The tournament is filling up fast but thereis still room for a few more teams. If youwould like to play a few holes with CoachSelf then the Eagle Foursome is for you at$3,000. If you would like to play and sponsora hole then the Life Foursome at $800is for you. Hole Sponsorships are also availableat $250. For more information pleasecontact Derek Bailey at (785) 856-9418 orby email at Derek@lawrencebank.com.Scouting For Food2014 marks the 27th anniversary forScouting for Food in the Pelathe District.Each year, more food is collected andmore Scouts participate. This year ourcommunity good turn project collected acombined total of more than 11,000 cansfor the Lawrence, Eudora and Baldwin Citycommunities.In Lawrence, the Cub Scouts, Boy Scoutsand Scouting families work together to sup-ply food for participating food pantries.In Eudora, Scouting for Food is truly a communityeffort. The Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H, MethodistYouth, High School students, St. Paul Church of Christvolunteers and Troop 64 alumni all work together toprovide the Eudora Ministerial Alliance with foodfor distribution.In Baldwin City the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and GirlScouts combine their efforts to stock the shelves of theBaldwin United Methodist Church.Congratulations to John Scott and everyone involved.This year’s 11,000 cans will help stock the food pantriesin each or our communities.Trails End Popcorn Sale Setfor FallHank Booth interviews a Cub Scoutfrom Pack 3055 on KLWNPack 3067 Planting trees for the Pelathe DistrictCommunity Good Turn ProjectPelathe District Cub Scouts at the KU BaseballScout DayThe fall Trails End Popcorn Sale is justaround the corner so be sure that you areplanning how your pack, troop or crewcan raise the money needed to providethe highest quality programpossible. Plan your Ideal Year ofScouting program, build yourunit annual budget, select yourunit Popcorn Kernel, set yourunit and Scout sales goals, andplan the date for your unit kickoff.Plan to attend the DistrictPopcorn Kickoff inAugust to learn about thenew products, incentivesand sale ideas. The TrailsEnd Popcorn Sale is agreat way for Scouts toearn money needed foryour Scouting activitiesand to support the campingfacilities of the Heartof America Council.Find us onFacebookWe want you to be a fan!Add your unit’s photosto all the great photos ofPelathe District Scoutingalready posted. You canfind our page by searchingFacebook for “PelatheDistrict, HOAC, BSA.”Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201425

Red-Tailed HAWKRed-TailedHawk OfficersDistrict Chair Cathy Puls (913) 390-6581District Commissioner Stan Lloyd (913) 541-9404Activities Chair Michael Samms (913) 338-5263Advancement Chair Doug Machamer (913) 685-1035Boy Scout Roundtable Gary Hazeltine (913) 963-2453Camping Chair Tom Matches (913) 897-1636Cub Scout Roundtable Susan Lux (913) 764-8529Eagle Board of Review Jim Forson (816) 941-8036Finance Chair Dan Himmelberg (913) 338-5498Membership Chair Ron Puls (913) 390-6581OA Advisor Jim Bush (913) 897-1051Public Relations Chair David Weerts (913) 829-1321Risk Management Chair David Weerts (913) 829-1321Training Chair Chris Foote (816) 835-4796Venturing Chair Josh Wandtke (913) 764-8413Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Karen Eichorst (913) 498-2167District Executive Elisa Corry (816) 569-4966Elisa.Corry@scouting.orgDistrict Information2014 Community Day of ServiceRed-Tailed Hawk District hit another home run forthe City of Olathe. Many of our units did the standardparks and trails cleanup that we have done formany years.Michael Samms, working with Liz Newman fromOlathe Parks, lead an effort to revitalize the EnsorHistorical Site in southern Olathe. RTH took on theeffort to apply a coat of paint to all of the outbuildingsand farm implements.With over 575 individuals contributing 1,606 volunteerhours, worth over $35,000, to the Olathe Park Maintenancebudget, it can be said that RTH did a “GoodTurn” on April 12!Thank you to all who helped to make this a successfulCommunity Day of Service.Boy Scouts and Leaders repaint the Dairy Pole Barn at Ensor Parkand Museum2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune5 Roundtable, 7:00 pmOlathe Community of Christ Church,15520 S Ridgeview Road Olathe, KS12 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmIndian Creek Community Church,12480 S Black Bob Rd Olathe, KS12 District Committee Meeting, 7:30 pmIndian Creek Community Church,12480 S Black Bob Rd Olathe, KS16-20 Cub Scout Day CampOld Lake Olathe Golf Course,2350 W Golf Course Rd Olathe, KSJulyNo District Events101.9 % 33.6 %7.5 %Venturers from Crew 2085 restore the pavilion at South Downs ParkEagle Scout Creates OutdoorClassroom ExperienceCommunities are strengthened by Eagle Scouts who completeprojects that make a lasting difference. Over the past 4 months,new Eagle Scout Griffin Klimek has been working to do just thatat his old Elementary School, Heatherstone. Griffin noticed anunused, open-air space at Heatherstone Elementary and took onthe task of creating a functional outdoor classroom for studentsto enjoy. The completedoutdoor classroom incudessix benches, two butterflygardens, a podium, a whiteboard,and an educationalweather station. Congratulationsand thank you Griffin!Cub Scouts from Pack 3240 pick up trash in a local parkGriffin Klimek tells Heatherstone Elementarystudents about their new outdoor classroomGriffin Klimek in Heatherstone Elementary’snew outdoor classroomGriffin Klimek, Eagle Scout, and Elisa Corry,Red-Tailed Hawk District ExecutiveHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201427

ThunderbirdThunderbirdOfficersDistrict Chair James Freeman (816) 524-1630District Commissioner Dan Morales (816) 921-4421Activities Chair Pete Zibers (816) 686-1649Advancement Chair Steve York (816) 868-3346Boy Scout Roundtable David McCaughey (816) 537-6117Camping Chair Brendon Hale (816) 524-0276Cub Scout Roundtable Verna Ashcraft (816) 737-0472Eagle Board of Review Ron DesCombes (816) 578-4674Finance Chair Bob Borgelt (816) 524-4006Membership Chair David Parker (816) 943-0702OA AdvisorVacantPublic Relations Chair Merle Bowers (816) 797-3432Risk Management Chair Keith Martin (816) 525-1340Training Chair Ken Nolan (816) 806-5388Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Carrie Thompson (816) 695-3803Venturing Chair Jim Salisbury (816) 868-0805District Director Rob Gilkerson (816) 569-4913Rob.Gilkerson@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Bennett Dixon (816) 569-4962Bennett.Dixon@scouting.orgDistrict Executive James Arcano (816) 569-4941James.Arcano@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout60.2 % 33.4 %5.7 %June3 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmLee’s Summit Christian Church,800 NE Tudor Rd, Lee's Summit, MO3 District Roundtable, 7:30 pmLee’s Summit Christian Church,800 NE Tudor Rd, Lee's Summit, MO10 District Committee Meeting, 7:00 pmGrace United Methodist Church,2400 SE 50 Hwy, Lee's Summit, MO23-28 Day CampJerry Smith Park,39th & Holmes, Kansas City, MODistrict Information“Cubs in Space” Day CampAre you ready to journey into the final frontier? Thenjoin us for Cub Scout Day Camp 2014! While we won'tactually be going to space, you can experience anout-of-this-world adventure from June 23-28 at JerrySmith Park. Registration is $70 prior to event, on-siteregistration is $75Your launch crew is very excited to announce that WebeloScouts will have the opportunity to join an overnightspace program the last night of the camp! Keepyour receivers open for more information to come!We can always use more Cadet Volunteers to help withthis odyssey. If interested in volunteering, fill out theapplication found at www.hoac-bsa.org/thunderbirdday-campand don’t forget to “Like” our Facebook pageat Thunderbird District Cub Scout Day Camp!Planning Your YearAt the May Roundtable we had a great time at ourannual Program Planning Fair. Thank you to all thosethat helped with setup, tables and all those great extras.It is the hope of the District Committee and Commissionersthat each unit was provided with all theinformation needed to plan a great year of Scoutingfor the youth. Providing a year-round, quality Scoutingprogram should be the goal of every Scouting unit.The Ideal Year of Scouting helps you develop an annualprogram plan, a budget to go along with that plan, anda fundraising plan to reach your program goals. Theresult is a well-managed, well-financed Scouting unit.The District Committee, Commissioners and Professionalstaff are ready to help you plan and providea great program. Please feel free to call the CouncilService Center if you do not know where to start at(816) 942-9333.Camporee 2014All Boy Scout Troops do not want to miss out as wehave fun with fitness at Camporee thisfall. We will work to keep ourselvespersonally fit by doing partialrequirements and creative fun partsof the Athlete, Personal Fitness andSports merit Badges.DATE: October 10, 11 & 12, 2014LOCATION: Blue & Gray ParkCOST: $8For information contact: Micheal Boos, CamporeeChair, at micheal.boos@yahoo.com or 816-813-4055NOT ALL MERIT BADGE REQUIREMENTS WILLBE COVERED DURING EVENT!!!BeAScout.orgDoes your unit have up to date information on theBeAScout.org website? During the summer and escpeciallyas we head into the beginning of school manynew families in the area look to this website to find theopportunities to join the Boy Scouts. If not, it is easyto update by loging into myscouting.org and selectingBeAScout on the left hand menu.JulyNo District Events28Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

TrailheadOfficersTrailheadDistrict Chair Rob Baker (913) 338-4430District Commissioner Roger Johnson (913) 648-6210Activities Chair Paul Rieger (913) 461-5448Cub Scout Advancement Chair VacantBoy Scout Advancement Chair Rob Sisco (913) 649-5519Boy Scout Roundtable David Allen (913) 649-5621Cub Scout Roundtable Eric Myers (913) 888-0704Camping Chair Paul Rieger (913) 461-5448Eagle Board of ReviewChair Bob Miller (913) 638-7852Finance Chair Alan Stetson (913) 226-3397Membership Chair David Timpe (913) 226-3566OA AdvisorVacantPublic Relations Chair Lisa Harrison (913) 522-5049Risk Management Chair Barry Fowler (913) 680-8165Training Chair Gene Bellner (913) 894-2288Wood Badge/NYLT Chair VacantVenturing ChairVacantDistrict Director Josh Morales (816) 569-4961Josh.Morales@scouting.orgDistrict Executive Elizabeth Rhodus (816) 569-4970Elizabeth.Rhodus@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy Scout83.4 % 13.1 %7.4 %June1 Day Camp Early Check In and Set Up,1-5 pmCamp Timberlake,8285 W 179th St., Stilwell, KS2-6 Trailhead Day CampCamp Timberlake,8285 W 179th St., Stilwell, KS5 Roundtable, 7:00 pmEmmanuel Baptist Church,10100 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS5 District Commissioner Meeting, 6:30 pmEmmanuel Baptist Church,10100 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KSDistrict Information5 School Night Kick OffEmmanuel Baptist Church,10100 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS3 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm —NEW LOCATIONMerrill Lynch,3401 College Blvd, Overland Park, KSJulyNo District EventsFor the most updated information, or to find ifthere have been any changes to the event schedulevisit www.hoac-bsa.org/trailhead.Cub Scout Day Camp:“Cubs in Space”Escape to space this year at Trailhead Day Camp!• Day Camp is open to all Cub Scouts including recentkindergarten graduates!• June 2-6 at Camp Timberlake• Cub Scouts will get to try out shooting sports,create some “out of this world” crafts, andparticipate in other space activities!• Look for more information atwww.SCOUTCAMPING.org• Cost of registration is $70 prior to camp and $75 dayof camp. New scouts are only $60!Tiger den from Pack 3348 at the Overland Park Home Depot fortheir "Go see it" eventFall RecruitmentKick off the school year with a back to the pack meetingor activity. Then plan and promote your schoolnight to invite some new cubs to join! Flyers, posters,and yard signs will be available to help you promoteyour school night. For questions, contact School NightChair, Paul Moore, at ptmoore@gmail.com.Popcorn Fundraiser 2014It’s that time of year! Start planning your PopcornKickoff and get your unit signed up. Popcorn is anexcellent opportunity to fundraise for pack activities.Just ask Nicholas Kost, Troop 256, who was the topseller in the council for multiple years. Nicholas raised$6,107 last year selling popcorn and is using his fundsto travel abroad.Save the Date2014 American Royal ParadeSaturday, September 27Register for FREE at www.hoac-bsa.orgPack 3348 Tiger Den at Pinewood DerbyHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201429

TRAILS WESTTrails WestOfficersDistrict Chair Chris Hodgdon (913) 362-9455District Commissioner John Rohrer (913) 915-5218Activities Chair Christy Allen (913) 752-8084Advancement Chair Shogo Cottrell (913) 735-5001Boy Scout Roundtable Dan Koontz (479) 899-7868Camping Chair Matt Bacon (913) 780-5561Cub Scout Roundtable David Bryant (913) 599-0514Eagle Board of Review Shogo Cottrell (913) 735-5001Finance Chair Mark Terry (913) 927-0167Membership Chair Christine O’Connor (913) 269-4042OA Advisor Paul Whatley (573) 268-2129Public Relations Chair April Clark aeclark@everestkc.netRisk Management Chair VacantTraining Chair Rob Adams (913) 254-9077Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Jon & Sally Riley (913) 839-2008Venturing Chair Tim Bodendistel (913) 438-8696Senior District Executive Jason Bledsoe (816) 569-4984Jason.Bledsoe@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune5 Day Camp Leader Training, 6:00 pmHoly Trinity Quigley Center, 9201 Summit,Lenexa, KS5 Roundtable, 7:00 pmHoly Trinity Quigley Center, 9201 Summit,Lenexa, KS5 School Night Kickoff, 7:00 pmHoly Trinity Quigley Center, 9201 Summit,Lenexa, KS9-12 TW District Day CampLake Olathe Old Golf Course10 District Committee Meeting, 6:30 pmPrice Chopper Lenexa, KS18 District Commissioner Meeting, 7:00 pmBass Pro Shop, Olathe, KSJulyNo District Events100.7 % 17.3 %7.9 %District InformationTrails West Community Dayof ServiceThank you to the Trails West Scouts and Scouters whogave back to our communities on April 26. Projectstook place at Central Green Park in Lenexa, CedarLake in Olathe, and the Gardner Greenway Corridorin Gardner. Tasks completed included trash and trailclean-up, mulching playgrounds, and landscaping.A big thank you also goes out to the cities of Lenexa,Olathe, and Gardner for their leadership of this event.School Night for ScoutingBefore your Pack heads to camp, make sure you’reready for the fall. The 2014 School Night for ScoutingCampaign is right around the corner. In order to setthe stage for another successful fall all packs have beenasked to identify a Pack School Night for ScoutingRepresentative. This person will serve as the liaisonbetween your Pack and the District to ensure yourSchool Night goes off without a hitch. At Roundtable,June 5 will be the School Night Kickoff for Trails Westat 7pm. All packs need to have their pack representativesattend the kickoff. New information and plans forfall 2014 will be presented.Investment in Character CampaignThe 2014 Investment in Character Campaign is in fullswing. Congratulations to Crew 2286; Packs 3095,3180, 3435; Troops 83, 401, 428; and Ward 648 forachieving their 2014 goal. These units have achievedfree rank advancement through March 31, 2015.Day Camp 2014“Cubs in Space”June 9-12 — Lake Olathe Old Golf Course(Santa Fe & Wardcliff)Activities include: archery, BB guns, slingshots, fishing,monkey bridge, sports, games, crafts, and more!Cost: $70 if paid before camp. $75 at camp. For newscouts (including new tigers — new kindergartengraduates) who register after March 19, will be offeredthe $60 rate at whatever time they sign up for DayCampPack Coordinator and Walking Leader Training:Thursday, June 5 — Holy Trinity Quigley Center, 9201Summit, Lenexa, KS – 6:00pmMore Information: Bill O’Connor (913) 302-8549 orbilloconnor7@yahoo.com or www.scoutcamping.org30Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 2014

TWIN RIVERSTwin RiversOfficersDistrict Chair Doug Furnell (913) 897-6903District Commissioner Brock Guernsey (913) 829-9286Activities Chair Dan Buchman (913) 244-0396Advancement Chair Anita Pace (913) 709-6661Boy Scout Roundtable John Cassida (913) 837-2445Camping Chair Galen Critchfield (913) 755-4935Cub Scout Roundtable Aida Thompson (913) 871-9414Eagle Board of Review Arlin Prothe (913) 294-4074Finance Chair Doug Furnell (913) 897-6903Membership Chair Kelly Daggett (913) 731-8246OA Advisor Dan Buchman (913) 244-0396Public Relations Chair VacantRisk Management Chair Bob Stegner (913) 782-8959Training Chair Jim Burns (785) 255-4388Wood Badge/NYLT Chair Lori Offutt (913) 731-3001Venturing Chair Malinda Botwinik (913) 980-2430Senior District Executive John Hobbs (816) 569-4983John.Hobbs@scouting.org2014 Investmentin Character2014 AdvancementCub ScoutBoy ScoutJune2-5 Day CampMiami County Fairgrounds, Paola, KS4 District School Night Kick-off #2, 7:00 pmMiami County Fairgrounds, Paola, KSJulyNo District Events100.7 % 9.7 %“Cubs in Space”Cub Scout Day CampJoin us for a Day Camp “Cubs in Space” at the MiamiCounty Fairgrounds June 2-5. Registration is still availableat www.scoutcamping.org.District Community Service DayAround 50 Scouts and volunteers gave back to ourcommunity on April 5 at the Miami County Fair-5.8 %District Informationgrounds. The Twin Rivers Community Service Day involvedclearing brush & clean-up at the Miami CountyFairgrounds.Scouts collecteditems to berecycled fromthroughout thecommunity.Thank you toAida Thompsonfor leading thissuccessful event.Cub Scout Fall RecruitmentNow is the time to get ready for School Night, ourannual fall recruitment campaign. Mark your calendarsto attend the Fall District School Night Rally onAugust 7 at First Presbyterian Church in Paola.Don’t forget to contact incoming first grade familiesover the summer months. Send emails, make phonecalls or just talk to families about joining the fun ofCub Scouts.2014 Investment in CharacterCampaignThank you for all your efforts in helping us reach our2014 campaign goal. If you would still like to contribute,contact John Hobbs at john.hobbs@scouting.org.Thanks to Julie Couch, our Family Campaign Chairman,for organizing a successful campaign.Troop 101 from Louisburg hosts their own local Merit Badge ForumTime to Get PoppingWould you like to offer a way for your Scouts to be ableto have no out of pocket expenses for Scouting, includingpaying for camp? The Trails End Popcorn sale isyour way to do this. Sign your unit up to sell popcornASAP and plan on attending the popcorn orientationmeeting this fall. Watch for the date, time and location.District Pinewood DerbyThe District Pinewood Derby is a fantastic annualcommunity event forScouts in our 4-countyarea. Thanks to KellyDaggett from Pack3099 in Osawatomie& support from theOsawatomie SchoolDistrict & Trojan ElementaryPrincipal JeffWhite has showcased agreat way to engage thecommunity together.This couldn’t be donewithout the support &allowing our Cub Scouts& families to use TrojanElementary buildingspace. Likewise, severalarea principals wereable to compete & raceagainst each other ina little bit of friendlycompetition!Twin Rivers Scouts eagerly awaitthe presentation of awards at theDistrict Pinewood Derby onApril 26th 2014.In March our very own SeniorDE — John Hobbs gave a speech& discussion at the DowntownKC Rotary Club 13 about ourupcoming summer Rotary ScoutCamp in July. This camp servesour Scouts with Disabilitiesacross the Heart of America Council & surroundingBoy Scout Councils, including theSpringfield & St. Joseph, MO areas.Find us on FacebookThe Twin Rivers District is on Facebook. Join our pageto stay up-to-date on upcoming events and discussions.Feel free to share your own Scouting updatesand photos.Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America June/July 201431