Trade Winds News
"Award Eagle Kit" News Update
In the past Gulf Stream Council has purchased for new Eagle Scouts the "Award Eagle Kit". This kit contains the Eagle rank patch, the metal Eagle ribbon and the mom and dad pins.
Effective January 10, 2010 the Council will no longer make this purchase. The Unit is now responsible for the purchase of the kit just like any other advancement. The National BSA office will supply the Eagle Certificate as always.
To order the kit:
The kit can be ordered through the Scout Shop which keeps a limited supply of these kits at all times. Make sure to order or purchase the kit a few weeks prior to the Eagle presentation to be guaranteed the kit will be available. The order number is #14124 and the name of the kit is "Award Eagle Kit". The cost for this kit is $26.08 including tax.
St. Mary’s Hospital
Quantum House
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
When: Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.
Where: 901 45th Street, West Palm Beach
Boy Scout Troop 197 of West Palm Beach, would like to invite you to see the newly installed walkway at Quantum House. The walkway was done as an Eagle Scout Project. The 160 ft. long sidewalk now allows wheelchair access to the butterfly gardens in the rear of the building.
Please plan to attend the ribbon cutting for the new walkway !!!
June 2009
Please note that the Council Service Center is no longer able to accept emailed or faxed copies of registration applications. The National Office is requiring that all applications be received with the applicants or parent/guardians original signature.
Additionally please do not send faxes/emails including applications noting that the originals are being sent. This only adds to the paperwork to be reviewed and slows down the process when we have emails/faxes that need to be matched with originals.
Thank you all for helping us implement this change.
Council Service Center
District Award Nominations
It is that time of year again to recognize your follow scouters at the Unit and District level for the Scouting Spirit they have shown.
Please have your unit Leaders arrange the nomination process and return the completed applications to Devon Mayo (District Exec) at our November 13 Roundtable (not so far away) or earlier. The Awards will then be presented at our Holiday Awards party (details pending) December 11. Awards not handed out will be forwarded at the January Roundtable.
Please click on the link below for each of the 4 different awards available with the guidelines for recognition. They are:
Cubmasters and Scoutmasters should be turning in leadership awards for those who have completed their requirements as den leaders and training awards. Unit Leaders, please remind your Den Leaders, Committee Members, Assistant Scoutmasters and all other leadership of the training requirements that come with their positions.
Annual Cypress Harvest
It's time for the Marshall Foundation's most popular volunteer event of the year - the Annual Cypress Harvest!
Please join us for this year's Harvest on Saturday, October 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. As ever, this fun, family-friendly event is great for all ages and perfect for groups and scout troops. Here are all the details:
- What: Arthur R. Marshall Foundation 8th Annual Cypress Harvest & Student Photography Project
- Where: The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
10216 Lee Road, Boynton Beach - When: Saturday, October 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Cost: FREE!!
Join hundreds of volunteers at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge in Boynton Beachfor a fun-filled morning of harvesting cypress seeds. The seeds will be germinated and planted at a later date to help restore the Florida Everglades. Amateur student photographers will be on hand to document the event. Admission is FREE to Harvest participants.
Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bottled water and a complimentary, light breakfast will be provided.
Please RSVP by Monday, October 20 to 561-805-TREE (8733) or PlantCypress@aol.com
We are seeking volunteers aged 16 and up to serve as TEAM LEADERS for this event. It's easy, fun and you can earn extra volunteer hours for doing it.
Contact Susanna at the Marshall Foundation for more information.
See you at the Harvest!
Sincerely,
Staff & Board of the Arthur R. Marshall Foundation
TRAINING NOTICE
Effective January 1, 2009, at least one adult must have completed Planning and Preparing for Hazardous Weather training for issue of Tour Permits.
Be aware that Youth Protection Training is also required for issue of Tour Permits. While you are on the e-training web site - check out Safe Swim and Safety afloat and so much more.
The Guide to Safe Scouting (Physical Copy for each unit at the campsite) will be needed at the Big Dig and most likely will be referred to during the OLS and Baloo Training. Would't it be nice to know where to get it - Free! Click here to print the off line version.
Order of the Arrow at a Glance
Chapter Chief: pending
| 2008 | |
| 10/25 | Operation 1 day - planned by local Chapters |
| 11/7-9 | OA Section Seminars - TK |
| 12/5-7 | Winter Fellowship - TK |
| 12/10 | Winter Banquet - Jupiter High School Cafeteria |
| 2009 | |
| 3/6-8 | Spring Pow Wow - TK |
| 4/17-19 | Section Conference - TK |
| 5/8-10 | Mega Scout Show - Turkey & Pig Roast - Service - Tradition Field |
| 5/29-31 | Service Weekend |
Commissioners Corner
Commissioners are friends to the Scout Units. A link between the Unit and Council and a great resource for information. This past year Trade Winds Unit Commissioners had a fantastic attendance record for Roundtable and support at District and Council events.
If you need additional information regarding Commissioner Services or need an update on your Unit Commissioner please contact Steve Whalen http://netcommish.com/ Ask Andy is a great read.
