SMILEY NEWS - SEPTEMBER 2016

A monthly newsletter for families and leaders of Samoset Scouting - Where Camping is King!


Upcoming Events
  • Scout Shop Open:  Tuesday September 20, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Scout Shop Open:  Thursday September 22, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Webelos Fall Adventure - September 23-25, 2016
  • Scout Shop Open:  Saturday September 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Cub Scout Leader Training - September 27, 2016: Training for Cubmasters, Den Leaders, Committee Chairs and their assistants.
  • Scout Shop Open:  Tuesday September 27, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Scout Shop Open:  Thursday September 29, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fall Cub Camp - October 1, 2 or 8, 2016
  • Cub Scout Leader Training - October 22, 2016: Training for Cubmasters, Den Leaders, Committee Chairs and their assistants.
  • Merit Badge Workshop - November 5-6, 2016
  • Wood Badge & NYLT Banquet - November 12, 2016?
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Fall Cub Camp 2016

Experience camp for the first time or as a returning Scout.  Choose from one of three dates. Samoset Council is known as the place "Where Camping is King," Come and see why!

Registration is avaialble online or by phone (715-355-1450).  

Program begins at 9:00 AM each day.  Participants should arrive ready for a full day of outdoor activities.  Lunch will be served for all.


September is Join Scouting Month

September is Cub Scout Sign Up Month.  We all know the benefits of Scouting and have seen it have an effect on our children or other youth in the community.  Scouting remains the most relevant and impactful youth organization. This month our goal is to invite all boys and families to be a part of the adventure of the Cub Scout program.  All are encouraged to take a few moments and share the benefits of the Scout program with family, friends, co-workers, or others.  

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Boy Scout Requirements: 2016 Transition Period Ends January 1

On January 1, 2016, a new set of Boy Scout requirements became effective for all who joined Boy Scouts on or after that date, and were included in updated editions of both the Boy Scout Handbook and Boy Scout Requirements. 

However, for those who were Boy Scouts prior to this year, a transitional process was established for calendar year 2016:

  • Those already working on requirements for the Scout badge were given the option to continue using the existing requirements or to convert to the new requirements for Scout only. Thereafter, all further ranks required use of the new requirements.
  • Those already working on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, or First Class ranks were given the option to continue using the existing requirements or to convert to the new requirements through First Class. Thereafter, ranks above First Class required use of the new requirements.
  • Those working on ranks above First Class have were given the option to continue using the existing requirements or to convert to the new requirements for the rank they were working toward. Thereafter, the remaining ranks, if any, required use of the new requirements. 

January 1, 2017 will be the date that all new requirements become mandatory for all ranks, regardless of a Scout’s current rank or his progress in completing the requirements for his next rank.  Consequently, it is important to encourage Scouts to complete the requirements for the rank they are currently working toward on or before December 31, 2016. This will make their transition to the mandatory new requirements, an easier process.


Winter Camp 2017

Are you looking for something to do with your Pack, Troop or Crew this winter.  Join us for Winter Camp and enjoy the winter wonderland of Wisconsin.  Registraiton for 2017 opens September 1st. Contact Samoset Camping at 715-365-3111 for more information.

Learn more here:  http://clsr.samoset.org/winter


Philmont 2017

Interested in going on the trip of a lifetime to the largest High Adventure base in the US? There are still a few spots available for any Scouts or Scouters interested in an unforgettable adventure in the Summer of 2017 to Philmont Scout Reservation. If you are interested in being involved please contact Scott Domino (scott@samoset.org)

For more information about Philmont Scout Ranch click here.