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~Tracks from the Trading Post~ Tame The Wilderness With Guaranteed Scout Camping Gear They don’t call it the great outdoors for nothing. And, let’s face it...you need to be prepared when it comes to camping out. So be sure to start your adventure with official, field tested gear. It takes the wilderness out of camping out...guaranteed. 2007 Hoosier Trails Council Annual Report Council Annual Meeting “Blast Off Into The Future” BALOO Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills Camping Corner Mark Your Calendar Lincoln Bicentennial Encampment Council Camporee District News Boy Scouts Join In Vehicle Donation Program Attention Leaders “Venture Corner” Venturing Leadership Skills Course “Venturing 10th Anniversary” Photo Contest Program Changes at Maumee Philmont 2009 Policy on Scout Participation in Political Events Council Officers: President - Tom Kieffer Commissioner - Jim Faris Executive - Randy Brown |
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2008 Hoosier Trails Council FOS Shoulder Strip “A Scout is Helpful” Once again, we are offering our collector FOS Council Shoulder Strip. The 2008 shoulder strip is number 3 in a 12 part series. 2008 will be the 98th year of the Boy Scouts of America. This years cost will be $98 or more if requested and paid by June 30, 2008. The intent is that uniformed Scouts and Scouters wear this patch to show their support of our scouting program. The intent is also that Scouts and Scouters only ask for the ones they will wear. Watch for further details in the Hoosier Trail Signs as they are posted or check out our website at www.hoosiertrailsbsa.org. Philmont 2008 Crew 219 needs 5 more people to go to Philmont 2008. (1 has to be an adult female - can have more). The Crew leaves by train July 28th. The dates are from July 29th through August 10th. You can bring non perishable food on the train. If you want to eat in the dining car it costs you extra. The total cost for the Philmont Trek and Train is $860 per person. For more information call Keith at 317-996-2548 or 317-372-6475. 2010 National Jamboree The national fee for the 2010 100th Anniversary Jamboree has been set at $795. Local Scouts and Scouters desiring to attend need to understand that additional fees to cover training, equipment, meals to and from, transportation to and from, and local souvenirs, etc. will be added to the National fees. Leadership and budget will be decided at a later date. Individuals interested in going need to watch for information covering a web based registration format. The site is expected to go online in June of 2008. |
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This will be the first step for all who are interested in attending. Don’t Forget! Units coming to camp, must fill out camp use permits! Use the Web The Hoosier Trails Council Web Site hoosiertrailsbsa.org is up and running with many convenient links to useful training and information. Try it - you’ll like it! Spring Popcorn Sale April 10th - Popcorn Orders Due April 26th - Popcorn Pick Up May 23rd - Popcorn Money Due Council Annual Gala April 13, 2008 All Scouters are invited to the Council Recognition Gala to be held at the Pines in Seymour. The festivities which will begin at 2:00 pm will include honoring 2007 Eagle Scouts, their leaders and parents, and adult and youth religious award recipients. Presentation of Veteran Awards, recognition of District Award of Merit recipients, certification of Woodbadge Trainees, and recognition of Quality Districts will take place. James E. West fellows will be installed. A Council Court of Honor will also be convened to present the Silver Beaver Award to several of our Scouters. The Silver Beaver is the highest award our Council can bestow on its adult Scouters. Following the program a reception including horsd’oeuvre and cake will be held in honor of all the Scouts and Scouters who are recognized. ********************************* Council Annual Gala Name____________________________ Address__________________________ City_____________________________ State/Zip__________________________ Please reserve spots for the following at $12.00 per person. _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ Enclosed is our check for $___________ |
