SMILEY NEWS - SEPTEMBER 2017

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

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September is Join Scouting 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.  

Unit and Parent Resources:

Fall Cub Camp 2017

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

  • October 7, 2017
  • October 8, 2017
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.
Membership Fee Increase

Based on feedback from both volunteers and employees, the BSA membership fee will increase to $33 for all registered youth and adult leaders, effective December 1, 2017. Membership fees support the services that are necessary to provide Scouting to youth from 7 to 21 years of age. From education to high-adventure experiences you can’t get anyplace else, the BSA provides unique growth opportunities at a great value.

Services include primary liability coverage for all volunteer leaders and chartered organizations, ongoing advances in technology, fundraising support, new program development and membership recruiting strategies, and support materials. In 2016 alone, the BSA served 2.3 million youth members through approximately 270 local councils across the United States and its territories.

With the help of all of our volunteers and Scouting parents, we will continue accomplishing incredible things for young people and the communities we serve.

Learn More Here (PDF)

Winter Camp 2018

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 2018 opens September 1st. Contact Samoset Camping at 715-365-3111 for more information.

Learn More Here!

Samoset Scout Shop

Located in the Wausau Homes Scout Center, the Samoset Scout Shop is here to serve all your needs in uniforms, BSA national supply items, advancement purchases, publications, outdoor equipment, crafts and more. Many of the items listed in the BSA Catalog are in stock and what isn't can be ordered through the Scout Shop, free of shipping charges for you. 

Scout Shop Hours

  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (second Saturday of the month, September - May)

Extended Hours for September

  • Tuesday September 19, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday September 21, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Saturday September 23, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tuesday September 26, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday September 28, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Safety Moment

Safety Moments are exactly what the name implies: opportunities to prepare for an activity, review safety measures, and report incidents correctly. This month features Rocket Safety.

“We’re going on a trip in our favorite rocket ship …” A lot of our Scouts know the opening of the Little Einsteins song, and many of them have probably dreamed of blasting off in a rocket. Shooting model rockets is just one of the broad range of cool activities that today’s youth can learn. The BSA has developed guidance for leaders in planning and participating in a rocket shoot.

Visit this page to learn more (PDF)