| Scatacook District - Distinguished Scouter Tribute Breakfast |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Join us on Thursday, October 2, 2008, 8:00 AM
For Reception, Breakfast & Program
Ethan Allen Inn - 21 Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury
Proceeds from the Breakfast help provide Scouting Programs for over 2,200 Young Men and Women in the in Northern Fairfield County area.
Honoring 4 Distinguished Scouters:
Mary Saracino - Fred Baker - Carlton Kline - Ed DeVeaux
Tribute Host & Master of Ceremonies - Vincent Nolan, Jr.
Click on More Information for Registration Flyer |
| Scatacook District - Fall Recruitment Order Forms |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 School Night Flyer Request Form. Get your orders in by August 20th and have them ready for the Membership Kickoff at Hoyt Scout Reservation August 27, 2008 at 7:00pm. Don't wait till August 19th and avoid errors from the mad rush. |
| Scatacook District - Fall Haunted Camporee |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Sponsored by the Scatacook Chapter, Owaneco Lodge, Order of the Arrow
WHEN: Friday, October 31 HALLOWEEN NIGHT to Sunday November 2, 2008
(contact the Chapter if Saturday AM check-in is needed)
Webelos Scouts are welcome all day Saturday
WHERE: Hoyt Scout Reservation, West Redding, CT
Registration Deadline, Friday, October 24
More details as we get closer to Halloween. For more information, contact Tom O’Brien (Scatacook Chapter Adviser) at (203) 792-8559 or tobrien@owaneco.org
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| Scatacook District - WHY THE AMERICAN FLAG IS FOLDED 13 TIMES |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Have you ever noticed on TV or at military funerals that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the American flag 13 times? I've known how the 21 gun salute was determined (adding the individual digits of 1776), but only recently learned why the flag was folded 13 times when it is lowered or when it is folded and handed to the widow at the burial of a veteran.
Here it is: The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.
The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.
The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.
The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong."
The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.
The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's Day.
The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The tenth fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.
The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit.
When the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust."
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.
There are some traditions and ways of doing things which have deep meaning. You will see many flags folded in your lifetime, and now you will know why.
**Courtesy of the Chaplain of the USS ENTERPRISE** |
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Questions - Contact Frank Considine |
| Scatacook District - Centennial Quality Unit |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 The Centennial Quality Awards program is designed to recognize units, districts, councils, areas, and regions in achieving excellence in providing a quality program to a growing youth population in America at all levels of the Boy Scouts of America.
Find out how this program supports your unit operations. Details can be found through the link below. |
| Scatacook District - Tenderfoot to First Class Videos |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 The National Council of the Boy Scouts of America has created a website to help enhance the Troop Tenderfoot to First Class process.
The website features detailed video clips that talk about each requirement from Tenderfoot to First Class. This is a great resource for Scouts to help learn the requirements necessary for rank advancement.
Click on the link below for more information and to view the videos. |
| Scatacook District - Ready & Prepared Award |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 The BSA Ready & Prepared Award was developed to encourage and reward Boy Scout troops, Varsity Scout teams, and Venturing crews that incorporate safe practices while enjoying challenging activities. The award acknowledges the common sense and judgment, founded on knowledge and training, used to incorporate risk management into a unit's decision-making process. It recognizes that the more responsibility individual members take for their personal health and safety, the more everyone contributes to a successful activity. Earning the award helps units focus on areas in which emphasizing risk management can help reduce fatalities and serious injury, such as
- Driver and passenger safety
- BSA Youth Protection
- Precautions for aquatics activities
- Premises safety and first-aid readiness
- Personal fitness and safety |
| Scatacook District - Eagle: Sons of American Revolution |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 For many years the Sons of the American Revolution has recognized the many common bonds of purpose and principles shared by the S.A.R. and the Boy Scouts of America.
You young men achieving the rank of Eagle Scout have demonstrated your belief in these common pinciples. For this reason, the S.A.R. believes that Eagle Scouts are deserving of special recognition for their accomplishment and dedication.
This is your invitation to participate in this recognition and scholarship program. There are three levels at which you might receive recognitions and/or monetary awards. Click on the link below to find out more information. |
| Scatacook District - Good Turn for America |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 In August of 2006 the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America redesigned the Good Turn for America website in order to make the site more user friendly. Please visit the Good Turn for America website and log your units service hours. (www.goodturnforamerica.org)
Hunger, lack of adequate shelter, poor health - these are issues that affect all of us. The Boy Scouts of America believes that we can do something about these issues - if we work together. That's why we've created Good Turn for America, a collaboration with The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, American Red Cross, and thousands of other community organizations that focuses the power of volunteerism on these important community issues.
Any and all community service counts as Good Turn for America service hours. All units are encouraged to log in their hours on the Good Turn for America website and receive appropriate recognition. This will also help the unit qualify as a National Quality Unit. |
| Scatacook District - Scatacook Helping the Hungry |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Shh !!!
Scatacook Helping the Hungry !!!
Scatacook District's Contribution to BSA's Good Turn for America
Let's make "helping the hungry" a part of our District's culture. Make food donations part of each Unit's program. Make food donations part of each District-wide event.
Follow the link below for additional information. |
| Scatacook District - New Leaders Essential Online |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 The Connecticut Yankee Council through the generous support of your Friends of Scouting dollars has placed the New Leaders Essentials training course online for our volunteers.
All volunteers are asked to complete New Leaders Essentials by December 2008. Please take a few moments and complete this training online today! |
| Scatacook District - Required Training |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Training of our Adult Leaders gives us the ability to effectively "Deliver the Promise" of providing the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. We are also proud of our commitment that: "...every youth deserves a trained leader..."
After considerable discussion, over a period of nearly two years, the Executive Board of the Connecticut Yankee Council adopted a resolution in September 2006, requiring that all Registered Leaders be trained in order to remain registered with their respective Units. Leaders who do not meet the training requirements will not be permitted re-register nor remain on their Unit's charter.
Experience has shown that participation in training programs permits Adult Leaders to be better at what they do, in forming and managing our Scout Units, recruiting new Youth and Adult members, leading Scouts, and running effective Advancement and Outdoor Programs. Training also helps ensure the health and safety of the Youth and Adults in the Scouting program. Parents expect that their children will be safe when participating in a Boy Scout program. Adult Leaders expect the same thing as it applies to their participation.
Click on the link below for more information. |
| Scatacook District - Endow the Future of Scouting |
Posted Aug. 12, 2008 |
 Scouting has a rich history in Connecticut going back to when Scouting was first established in 1910. Since then, tens of thousands of youth have benefited from its educational, family-orientated, values-driven fun program. The Connecticut Yankee Council has a need to raise an additional $15 million by 2010 toward our endowment fund. You can help endow the future. Follow the link below for more information: |
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