Retention

A well-planned program, delivered by a trained leader, with a strong outdoor program, supported by a good commissioner, attracts and retain youth!

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President Gerald R. Ford Biography

Important Internet Rechartering News!!

January Recharters

Due to ScoutNet being shut down January 27th from 10:00 pm to Sunday January 29th at 7:00 pm you need to know the following:

If you are in the middle of working on your charter you may still do so.

If you have not started your Recharter process you will not be able to until after Sunday at 7:00 pm. So you may want to create the account and load your roster before Friday at 9:00 pm. So you can work on your charter while the system is down.

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Internet Rechartering

Internet Advancement

Scenic Trails Council Web Site - Traverse City Area Boy Scout Council

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2012 “Earn Your Way to Scout Summer Camp Free!” Spring Popcorn Sale

384 Scouts went to Summer Camp last summer 100% FREE!!!!

DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL YOUR SCOUTS!

Read on to find out how:

Scouts can earn nearly 60% on the popcorn they sell for camp.
There is no minimum number of Scouts that need to participate.
You can order in individual containers, so you get just what you need.
All you need to do is share this opportunity with all families in your unit.
This plan replaces our traditional campership program.
Click here for all the documents you will need, please share with all your Scouts and their families.

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Save the Date- The 2012 Building Character Celebration

Eagle Scout Newsletter

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The Double JJ has many seasonal packages at this time.

Family Bash 2012 -New Years Eve

Soak Yer Spurs

Scout Group Overnight Specials

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The Crossroads Recommendation passed in nine of the Michigan Councils on November 1, 2011.

Nearly 70% of the eligible voters cast ballots with 92% of the vote in favor.

Congratulations to all Scouters and volunteers who voted!

Comments from Area 2 President, Dr. Craig A. Younkman

Thanks to each of you who volunteered to assist our local councils in turning out the vote for this historic event! Those volunteers, along with their professional partners, carried the bulk of the message to eligible voting members; as a result, we received an overwhelming endorsement of the Crossroads Recommendation and the re-organization of the Scouting delivery model for the lower peninsula of Michigan.

So, what does this mean now for this new organization? Each of our councils will continue to operate as they have in the past – focusing on membership, manpower and the financial support to ensure we deliver quality program in every unit to youth. The Transition Board, made up of Presidents and Commissioners from the nine constituent councils meets on November 4^th for their organizational meeting – that will be pivotal moving forward. In the background, the national organization has been putting in place the transition process which will facilitate a smooth, orderly, systematic movement from the existing to the new structure.

As the Transition Board makes decisions and sets direction, you will be kept informed. The website will feature a TRANSITION tab for following the changes until a new Council Area-wide website is launched. For now, we still have plenty of challenges to face and overcome as we close out 2011 and establish the baseline for the future. Your positive leadership and influence in accomplishing this is vital to serving youth through the Scouting program. Your commitment and dedication of the past holds the promise of yet greater things for them in the future. I count on your continued involvement!

Area 2 Web Site

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Buy-A-Brick - Now is your opportunity to place your name or unit number at the entrance to the Gerber Scout Camp Centennial Lodge! - click here for more details.

Click here for an incentive program for troops

Gift Certificate are also available if you want to purchase a Brick for a Holiday Gift!

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November/December 2011 Scouter is now on the web site.

Boy Scouts of America Social Media Guidelines

Marked for Life - Article from the American Legion Magazine

Grand Rapids: Reflections on an American President

SAT/ACT Software Available to Scouts

Tour Planning Worksheet - New- Replaces Local and National Tour Permit Tour Plan FAQ's

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The Boy Scouts of America changes lives! Your support of Scouting will provide character development, citizenship training, and leadership skills for youth across America.