SCOUTIN’ SMOKE SIGNALS
NOTE: Ray McCune will be in and out of his home office from now thru December 31 due to the changing seasons – (Deer Bow Season, Deer Gun Season, Deer Crossbow Season, Rabbit Season, Squirrel Season, Turkey Season and the Fish-may-be-bitin’-season) leave messages at KampfireKookin@aol.com – with subject matter: ‘Scouting’ – if you call, my secretary has been advised to let the answering machine answer your call; if it’s important she will contact me via cell phone.
(Taken from THE COURIER – Official newsletter of the Anthony Wayne Area Council)
SCOUT EXECUTIVE’S MINUTE,
by John Fenoglio
Welcome to the Boy Scouts of America! You are about to embark on the most significant experience in the development of your child. By registering your child in a Cub Scout Pack or Boy Scout Troop or Venture Crew, you have joined the world’s largest youth serving organization.
The Boy Scouts of America is responsible for spawning 57% of all astronauts, 30-35% of West Point and Air Force Academy cadets, 72% of our Congressmen, Fort Wayne’s own Mayor Graham Richards and numerous area community leaders. You can be assured that your child will learn and retain more from Scouting than most youth programs. These will be shills that impact them for the rest of their life.
Scouting is fun with a purpose, so your child may not know that we are packing them full of life skills and preparing them for adulthood. But you may see a change in them as they grow and progress through the Scouting ranks. You might see them become more responsible or accepting of challenges or more helpful to others. They will probably have an urge to go help at their church or in the community and its civic organization may even lead them to becoming involved in an election or a community cause. Most likely they will want to lead.
They will become impatient with people who always say, “. . . that’s someone else’s problem.” As they mature and progress through school, they will apply for their first job or submit college applications. You need to make sure that they list all of their Scouting experiences, including those boys who reach the rank of Eagle Scout. This is a rare accomplishment and it defines leadership and perseverance to those who measure youth for college, military or jobs, and view an Eagle Scout a little differently, so please prepare your Eagle Scout for the attention he will receive in the real world.
Now, we know that any new experience can be overwhelming but here in Northeastern Indiana, you are a part of the Anthony Wayne Area Council. The AWAC is the support structure for all Boy Scout programs in eleven counties. We are a staff of ten professional and ten support staff people, who are charged with ensuring that every youth, adult volunteer and parent have the highest quality Scouting experience possible. We can be found in all eleven counties assisting you and your unit’s leadership or at the Council Service Center or at Camp Chief Little Turtle, near Angola.
A new national project called ScoutingParents.org has been launched this fall. It provides numerous bits of information for new Scouting parents. Its goal is to provide a forum for parents to ask questions and share thoughts with people just like them from around the country.
However you are involved in your child’s Scouting program, we encourage you to just be involved at some level. Be a part of your child’s life and let Scouting help you with your child’s development. Good luck in Scouting and don’t be afraid to call and ask us questions. Our phone number is: 1-260-432-9593 or if you live outside of the area our toll-free number is: 1-800-272-2922. Our office and store will be closed November 23 – 25 for Thanksgiving.
JIM MOLEBASH ON SCOUTING – A FINE CHOICE!
Parents: You have made an excellent choice. You chose Scouting as an activity for your child. However, you will soon find out that Scouting is much more than just another activity – Scouting is an experience! It is an experience designed to help you as a parent develop your child into the type of well-rounded citizen you want him to be.
For nearly 100 years the objective of Scouting has not changed. Scouting is dedicated to developing citizenship, good character, and fitness in its members. As a result, Scouting has grown to become the largest and most inclusive youth organization in the world.
The 12-points of the Scout Law *(Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent) read like every parent’s wish list for their children. Along with the Scout Motto (Be Prepared) and the Scout Slogan (Do A Good Turn Daily), Scouting sets expectations of cooperation, respect, and goodwill. These are all success factors in helping to build lifelong personal and family values.
Scouting works best when you understand how to use it to its fullest potential. As a parent, there are a number of things you can do to help your child get the most from the Scouting experience:
• Encourage him to participate and continue the Scouting experience.
• Encourage other young people (friends, neighbors) and their families to join Scouting.
• Attend and observe Scout meetings.
• Participate directly with your son in weekly or monthly meetings and activities.
• Serve in at least one support role for your son’s Pack or Troop during the year.
• Coach and encourage your child to complete Scouting advancement activities (some of these can be completed at home).
• Support the program financially.
Congratulations on your choice of, “. . . the world’s finest youth organization.”
12-points of the Scout Law
1 – A Scout is Trustworthy – A Scout tells the truth. He is honest, and he keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
2 – A Scout is Loyal – A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation.
3 – A Scout is Helpful – A Scout cares about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
4 – A Scout is Friendly – A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He offers his friendship to people of all races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs and customs are different from his own.
5 – A Scout is Courteous – A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along.
6 – A Scout is Kind – A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. He treats others, as he wants to be treated. Without good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing.
7– A Scout is Obedient – A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying them.
8 – A Scout is Cheerful – A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
9 – A Scout is Thrifty – A Scout works to pay his own way and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
10 – A Scout is Brave – A scout can face danger although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
11 – A Scout is Clean – A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He chooses the company of those who live by high standards. He helps keep his home and community clean.
12 – A Scout is Reverent – A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.
Anyone wishing more information about Scouting in the Waynedale area feel free to contact Jim Fox – 744-6001, Jerry Lloyd – FireFoxxLloyd@Yahoo.com, Ray McCune – KampfireKookin@aol.com (subject – Scouting) or telephone 747-6512.
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