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| Training - SM/ASM Training at Summer Camp |
Posted Jul. 2, 2008 |
 SM/ASM Specific Training is being offered again each week this summer at Camp Sequassen (subject to availability of our volunteer training committee). On Mondays and Tuesdays of each week, New Leader Essentials and Scout Leader Specific Training will be offered. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, Introduction to Outdoor Skills Training will be offered.
Wednesday Schedule-Outdoor Leader Skills
9:00 AM – Campsite Selection
10:00 AM – Ropes
11:00 AM – Woods Tools
2:00 PM – Fire Site Preparation and Building
3:00 PM – Cooking
4:00 PM – Packing and Hiking
Thursday Schedule-Outdoor Leader Skills
9:00 AM – Map & Compass
10:30 AM – Plant Identification
11:30 AM – Leave No Trace
2:00 PM – First Aid
4:00 PM – Animal Identification
Don't miss this great opportunity to participate in these training programs. If you are already a Trained Boy Scout Leader, then please volunteer to help train other Leaders while in Camp.
Click on "More Information" for details on what these courses cover. |
| News - Adult Leader's Popcorn Kickoff |
Posted Jun. 17, 2008 |
 Don't miss out on the 2008 Trail's End Popcorn Kickoff! Any unit that sends a representative to the kickoff will receive a 3% bonus commission, just for being there! Pick-up the sales materials, learn about the new products, hear and share local success stories. You must have someone present to be eligible for the 3% commission. |
| Training - Update Your Training Records |
Posted Jun. 30, 2008 |
 Afraid that your personal training records don't show all of the courses you've taken? Then click on the link below and update your own training records on-line. Not sure of the exact date you took a particular training program? Don't worry - just give it your best guess and the Council Registrar will fill in that date in your records. The training date is not as important as recording that the training took place. |
| News - Shouldn't Wood Badge be in Your Future? |
Posted Jun. 17, 2008 |
 Wood Badge is the finest training program that Scouting has to offer. And It's not too late to sign up for the upcoming fall course. Click on "More information" to learn how this program can help you do your Scouting job better, and serve our youth.
Not only does every Scout deserve a Trained Leader, every Scout deserves a Wood Badge Trained Leader.
September 12-13-14 & October 10-11-12, 2008 at Camp Sequassen. |
| Training - Webelos Leader Outdoor Skills |
Posted Jun. 21, 2008 |
 Part 1: Thurs, September 25, 2008, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Part 2: Sat & Sun, October 11 & 12, 2008 (overnight)
Hoyt Scout Reservation, West Redding, CT
For Webelos Leaders & Assistants, Cubmasters & Assistants, Bear Leaders on their way to becoming Webelos Leaders
COST: $20.00 per person
Click on More Information for...more information |
| News - Sign Up for the 2008 Popcorn Sale |
Posted Jun. 17, 2008 |
 Cover your entire year of expenses with one simple fundraiser! The 2008 Trails End Popcorn Sale is here. Visit the Connecticut Yankee Council's official popcorn site to sign your Pack/Troop/Crew/Ship/Post for the popcorn fundraiser, learn more about the various prizes and incentives, and to access the different forms that you will need to have a successful popcorn sale! |
| Training - Wood Badge Reunion Dinner |
Posted Jun. 21, 2008 |
 Sunday, November 16, 2008
Gathering at 1:00 PM - Dinner at 1:30 PM
Grassy Hill Lodge, Derby, CT
Open to All Wood Badgers
• 20th & 21st Century
• From: "I'm Still Working My Ticket"
• To: "BP Was My Scoutmaster"
Plus - the very popular Silent Auction. |
| Training - Get Trained |
Posted May. 31, 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. Trained leaders lead to better Scout meetings, greater advancement, safer activities and the best quality program for the kids we serve.
Our Council's Executive Board has adopted a resolution that all leaders must be trained for their position by the end of 2007. Leaders not trained may not be allowed to re-register. For more information, including specific training requirements for each position, please follow the link below. |
| Activities - BB Gun Derby - 2008 |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Bears and Webelos Scouts have the opportunity to spend a Saturday learning about gun safety and basic marksmanship from NRA certified instructors. This popular event will be held Saturday, August 2 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Hoyt Scout Camp in West Redding and includes lunch. This is a whole day event. The morning safety instruction must be attended to participate in the afternoon shooting practice. |
| News - 2008 FOS - Character Under Construction |
Posted Jun. 13, 2008 |
 The 2008 Friends of Scouting Campaign - Character Under Construction - is underway! Your support of Friends of Scouting (FOS) is vital in Scouting's mission to instill values in young people.
FOS provides for liability insurance, leadership training courses, four first class outdoor camping facilities and special outreach programs for "at risk" youth in inner-city areas.
Your support of FOS allows Connecticut Yankee Council to provide quality summer camp programs at affordable prices. FOS dollars provide camp scholarships that give every youth the opportunity to attend summer camp.
Every gift helps to make a difference. Please help us change lives. |
| Activities - Six Flags Day -July 19th - Register Now |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Join other families from the Council at Six Flags New England on Saturday, July 19th. Our special package saves 10% off admission, includes free food and parking and is only $45 per person. (This is an average savings of more than $100 for a family of four!)
Please follow the link below to download a detailed flyer. |
| News - New Tour Permit Requirements |
Posted Jun. 21, 2008 |
 Two important requirements have been added to the Local Tour Permit, for all trips beginning January 1, 2009 and later.
• Youth Protection Training will be valid for two years from the date completed. For example, this means for a tour starting March 15, 2009, Adult Leaders must have completed Youth Protection Training after March 15, 2007. For Leaders currently completing Youth Protection Training on-line, the on-line "Trained" cards reflect a two-year expiration date.
• At least one Adult Leader must have completed "Planning and Preparing for Hazardous Weather" training. This is a new training program, only offered through the BSA On-line Learning Center. The course is well designed, has plenty of good information, and can be completed in approximately 45-60 minutes.
Click on "More information" for a link to the training and the new Tour Permit. |
| Activities - Scout Day at Lime Rock |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Start off your '08-'09 program year with this fun camping event. Easy family camping for all and an all-day Saturday program of racing. Come spend a Fall weekend at beautiful Lime Rock Park. |
| Activities - 2007 Council Annual Report |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 When Tradition Meets Tomorrow . . .
The Connecticut Yankee Council is pleased to share with you the 2007 Annual Report.
Annually over 25,000 young men and women and 5,000 volunteer leaders participate in the programs of our Council. The Annual Report highlights their achievements and celebrates the continued success of Scouting in Connecticut.
The Council appreciates the continued support of our 5,000 volunteer leaders, the 500 chartering organizations for our Scouting units, and the over 5,000 annual donors. Your support is helping the traditions of Scouting to impact the leaders of tomorrow.
You can view the 2007 Annual Report on line or to request a copy, contact the Connecticut Yankee Council, B.S.A. at (203) 876-6868.
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| Activities - New Britan Rock Cats - May 3 / Aug. 2 |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Catch all the fun and excitement of our 8th Annual Rock Cats Scout Night Sleepover on May 3rd or August 2nd. After the game camp out on the outfield grass. Enjoy a post-game movie at New Britain Stadium on the digital wide screen video board!
All Packs and Troops may present their flags during an on-field ceremony prior to the game. Reserve your tickets early.
Additional information and registration is available by following the link below. |
| Activities - Cub Scout Resident Camp |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 A long, long time ago, in a kingdom called Sequassen was the chance for Cub Scouts to become Knights of Sequassen. Slaying dragons isn't all these knights can do -- archery, swimming (but don't try this in your suit of armor because it will rust), fishing, crafts, sports and ecology are essential skills that all knights need.
At Cub Scout Resident Camp, Wolfs, Bears, Webelos and their parents/partners will engage in fun activities designed to promote parent/child interaction and bonding. No special knowledge or skills are required. All you need is the desire to have fun and share your Scout's joy! |
| Activities - 2008 Webelos Adventure Camp |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Webelos are invited to Camp Sequassen August 18-20, 2008 for our special three day Webelos Resident Camp. This program is designed to introduce Webelos to a whole new world of outdoor adventure and physical challenge. Conquer the climbing tower, become airborne on the water trampoline, enjoy the outdoor life. |
| Activities - Operation of Sequassen Ranges |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Effective immediately, the Range Instructor reserving the range must have a current instructor's certification form from the NRA or BSA on file at the Council Program office and have been approved by the Camp Sequassen Rangemaster to operate the range(s). To qualify for the Rangemaster's approval, the Instructor must attend a Sequassen range orientation. This orientation is designed to enable the Instructor to function independently of the Camp Sequassen Ranger or Campmaster. Orientations will be conducted on Saturday, January 12, Sunday, February 10, and Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Camp Sequassen, Alderman Center from 9-11 a.m. Preregistration with the Camp Registrar at 203-876-6868 ext. 273 is required. |
| Activities - Rifle Shooting at Sequassen |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Has your Troop reserved the Rifle Range at Sequassen? Do you have Scouts working on the Rifle Shooting Merit Badge? Click below for Camp Sequassen's Official 50 Ft. Rifle Target. |
| Activities - Good Turn for America -- SCOUTS CAN |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Connecticut Yankee Council units are working together to raise $50,000 to help Habitat for Humanity build a home for a local family. The campaign is scheduled from January 1st through December 31st and has three suggested dates for deposit can and bottle drives. By redeeming a can a day we can build a house and have money left over for the housewarming gift. Units are encouraged to sign up early. |
| Activities - Gopher Gold at Summer Camp |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Scouts who go to summer camp stay in the troop longer and get more from the program. Units getting 75% of their Scouts to summer resident camp earn Gold. Read about it.
See you at Camp Gopher Gold. |
| Activities - 2008 Cub Scout Fright Night |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 Don't miss this frighteningly fun annual event. Cub Scouts and siblings are invited to brave the haunted trail at Sequassen, create a seasonal craft, share in a spooky snack, and kick-off the Halloween season in grand style. There will be special prizes for those who come in costume!
We'll see you at Camp Sequassen the evening of Saturday, October 25, 2008. |
| Activities - Plan Ahead for Philmont 2009 |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 It's never too early to plan for the adventure you'll never forget. If a visit to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico is part of your plans for the summer of 2009, you can make your reservation now to be a part of the Connecticut Yankee Council contingent. |
| Activities - SAR Awards |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 The Sons of the American Revolution offers Patriotic Programs for Eagle Scouts. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A DECENDANT TO PARTICIPATE. There are patches for all Eagle Scouts, and opportunities to compete for medals and a trophy at the State level. |
| Activities - SAR Eagle Scholarship |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 The Sons of the American Revolution invite all Eagle Scouts to compete for $500, $2000, $4000, or $8000 awards. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A DECENDANT TO APPLY. |
| Activities - Maxim All Faith Chapel |
Posted Jun. 3, 2008 |
 You are invited to leave a message at the Maxim All Faith Chapel at Connecticut Yankee Council's Camp Sequassen. By purchasing a commemorative brick or bench, you are personally leaving a legacy at our historic, premier camp. Whether its used to commemorate a special person or event, to memorialize loved ones, or to demonstrate your support of the camp. The Maxim All Faith Chapel, constructed of Vermont Granite, is intended to be permanent along with the messages engraved on the bricks and benches. |
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