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The
Officers and Executive Board of the
Ouachita
Area Council
Boy
Scouts of America
Cordially
invite you and your guests to the
2010
Council Annual Dinner
7:00
p.m.
Friday,
February 5, 2009
The
program will include:
Installation
of Council Officers
Every
Month Camping Awards
Silver
Beaver Awards
Class
of 2009 Eagle Scout Recognition
RSVP
by January 25
501/623-6601
$25
per person
Click
below for more info:
2010
Council Dinner
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NISCHA
SIPO PINEWOOD DERBY
The
NS District Derby is Saturday, March 6, at the Springhill Elementary
School Gym. Please note no food or drink may be brought into the
gym. Weigh-in is at 1:00PM, Race begins at 2:00PM. Competitions
will be held for both speed and design. Each pack may send up
to 3 entries for "speed" and 3 entries for "design." A scout can
compete in only one of the divisions - not both. Packs should
send in the names of their participants via email to jeff_mcfarland@yahoo.com
no later than Friday, March 5. Entry fee is $5.00 per scout, which
covers derby supplies and trophies. Entry fees may be paid at
the door.
Pinewood
Derby Rules and Regulations
**Please
pay close attention to the rules - in particular car dimensions, weight,
and proper "BSA" axles and wheels.
The Derby is always a fun time for the boys. The biggest problem
we have had in the recent past is an adult or two behaving in an unsportsmanlike
manner. This sets a bad example for the boys and should be avoided.
The second-biggest problem we have had in the past is cars dragging
on the track. Please make sure there is full clearance underneath
the car. Every racer will have a chance to check their car against
the actual track prior to checking in.
Please contact Jeff McFarland with any questions (jeff_mcfarland@yahoo.com;
501-821-1307)
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2010
CAMPOREE REGISTRATION IS READY!!!
MARCH
12-14th, 2010
*Deadline
for registration and $50 Deposit is due by
January 29, 2010
Remember
each unit is in charge of an event. The adventure race is already
taken.
CAMPOREE
REGISTRATION 2010
Also
check out other events:
2010
Campsite Inspection
2010
SPIRIT AXE
2010
Dutch Oven Dessert Contest
2010
Centennial Troop Flag Competition
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Ouachita Area Council
Council Shoulder Strip Patch Design
100 YEARS OF SCOUTING
Be a part of History
To help celebrate Scouting's 100th Anniversary, the Ouachita Area Council,
will conduct a contest to design a new "100th Anniversary"
council shoulder patch. We are looking for our Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts,
and Leaders to design a new patch that will reflect the rich heritage
of Arkansas and to help identify Scouting.
Prize Winner will receive $100 credit to Ouachita Area Council scout
shop or scout stuff.org
Contest Rules:
1. Patch design must include Fleur-de-lis and Ouachita Area Council.
2. Logo design may use other elements related to Scouting and its 100th
Anniversary: National Boy Scouts of America 100th Anniversary logo design
http://scouting.org/100years/100years/
3. All entries must be submitted to the council by January 10th.
4. Design can be turned in using crayons, color pencils, pencils, etc.
(does not have to be designed by computer)
*This is a great craft idea for Cub Scouts as a den or individual.
*This information was announced at the event planning conference
Please send submissions to :
Ouachita Area Council
102 Chippewa Court
Hot Springs, AR. 71901
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NEW
Celebrating
100 Years - A Year of Celebration Patch
For
100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation
of leadership, service, and community for millions of America's youth.
Through A Year of Celebration, A Century of Making a Difference,
we will demonstrate the incredible impact of a century of living
the Scout Law.
Program
participants will earn recognition for making a difference in their
communities due to their dedication to five of Scouting's core values:
Leadership, Character, Community Service, Achievement, and the Outdoors.
Through that commitment, participants can earn each of five award ribbons
to display from our 100th Anniversary commemorative patch.
A
Year of Celebration will take place from September 1, 2009 through
December 31, 2010.
For
requirements and more info, visit:
http://scouting.org/100years/100years/ayearofcelebration.aspx
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VISIT
OUR TRAINING CENTER
Click
here to visit the ONLINE TRAINING CENTER
or
CLICK
HERE TO VISIT THE Council's TRAINING PAGE
Because
Every Boy Deserves a Trained Leader!
More
Info call 501-538-8246
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Internet
Rechartering Is Here!
Use
the Internet to Recharter Your Unit!
Internet
Rechartering is a Web-based method for units to renew their charters
from any online location such as the office, home, or public library.
It's easy, convenient, and accurate because you enter the information
yourself!
A representative of your unit can now complete the paperwork for renewing
a charter online. From Internet Rechartering, you can indicate returning
members, add new members, and update information for an individual
or the chartered organization.
How to Use:
Each unit will receive its Charter Renewal Package as usual. This
year, the packet includes information for Internet Rechartering, including
an access code especially for each unit. The unit selects an adult
to complete the online process. This renewal "processor"
uses the access code to log onto the Internet Rechartering Web site.
At anytime, the renewal processor can suspend the electronic rechartering
process and return later to the last complete screen.
The system lets you enter new members, renew current members and update
information for any registrant. When completed, the new unit roster
is submitted to ScoutNet and a Unit Charter Renewal Report Package
is printed. This package includes the unit charter application. Acquire
the signatures for the application, attach applications and fees and
take entire package to your district executive or drop by the office.
Additionally, anyone who wants to learn more about how Internet Rechartering
works can take the interactive Internet Rechartering tutorial below
and view the Online Help. Please note that you will need to have Internet
Explorer 5.5 or better to use this new Internet Rechartering feature.
To renew a charter online:
Select an adult renewal processor.
Before the unit's expiration date, the renewal processor clicks Recharter
Now and begins the process.
When the online process is completed, the renewal processor prints
the completed charter renewal application.
The unit leader and the Executive Officer (Institution Head) sign
the charter renewal application. Bring the application along with
the material you received in your recharter packet
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*submit
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Scholarship
Applications Are Online
Applications for Eagle Scout scholarships for 2010 are now available
at www.nesa.org. We ask that your local council Web site please
link back to the following URL so your Eagle Scouts who apply for
a college scholarship use the correct application, which is a mandatory
requirement. Incorrect applications from prior years will not be
accepted. Here is that URL:
www.nesa.org/applications.html
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