Message From The Scout Executive

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Youth Protection Month

 

 

Program News

Summer Resident Camp

There is still time to register your Unit for Summer Camp! Click the camp link below you wish to attend to complete the registration form and return to the Center for Scouting Office with your deposits. To confirm availability at any of the camps listed below, please contact Shannon Ash at (920) 734-5705 prior to completing the form.

Cub Scout World, Camp Rokilio

Twin Lakes Webelos Camp

Hiawatha Cub Scout Resident Camp

Hiawatha Webelos Resident Camp

 

Rokilio Experience

May 9, 2015

Rokilio Experience is an exciting way to introduce Cub Scouts and their parents to the outdoor adventure of Cub Scout World and Camp Rokilio. Parents and Scouts will experience their first camping adventure together and will have the opportunity to participate in some exciting and fun-filled activities. For more information and to register, click here.

 

Spring Mom & Son

June 12-14, 2015

Mom & Son is a weekend camping program adventure for Mom and her Scouting son(s). The theme this year is western and there will be a wagon race and wagon decoration contest! For more information and to register, click here. 

 

BALOO

At least one adult leader must be BALOO trained in order for a Cub Scout Pack to participate in overnight camping. This is an energetic training that will cover everything you need to know to plan and run a Pack overnighter. It’s more than just camping — it includes ideas for outdoor activities, games and ceremonies; information on selecting and using camping equipment and more! To find out more information and to register click the dates below.

May 16, 2015

Council News
Imagine 2024
On Tuesday, March 30th, the first of several branding projects that will take place over the course of the next several years has started. Work on the roof of the dining hall at Camp Rokilio has commenced and is in the process of getting a new green metal roof. As roofs meet their life expectancy at the camps we will continue to replace them with green standing seam metal roofs that require less maintenance and have a life expectancy far superior to traditional shingles.

If you would like to weigh in on the new color palette for the camp facilities and/or the amenities that you believe that the Council Camp's Campsites should include, click on the link(s) below to provide input:
 

Help Choose the Camp Building Color Palette!

Summer Camp Campsite Amenities Suggestions.

 

Cub Scout Update: New Pack Meeting Plans Available

You’ve got the scoop on updated award requirements. You know where to find the new Cub Scouting images. But are you in the loop on one of the most crucial parts of the new Cub Scout program launch? Meeting plans for the next two years are ready so read on to find where you can access these resources.

Pack meeting plans for the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 Cub Scouting years are full of the high energy, fun-filled activities your youth are craving. From the Cubmaster’s Minute to resource lists, you’ll find everything you need to lead fun and engaging Pack meetings! Download the plans to start planning for the future of Cub Scouting.

These meeting plans support the new Cub Scout program, set to launch June 1. Catch other important changes here:

Cub Scout Program Launch Update
New Cub Scouting Images
CubCast Covers Cub Scout Program Updates
Cub Scout Program Launch: Day Camp Guidance
Purchasing Adventure Loops and Pins for Recognition
Updated Requirements for Cub Scout 

For more info and the latest news on all things Cub Scouting, head to www.scouting.org/programupdates. There you’ll find FAQs, transition guidelines, presentations and other materials to support the new program launch.

 

Annual Meeting

Calling all Chartered Organization Representatives & Council Members-at-Large!

On April 20th Bay-Lakes Council will hold its Annual Meeting at Liberty Hall in Kimberly beginning at 6:30 p.m. If you plan to attend, please contact Judy Steffes at the Center for Scouting: (920)734-5705 ext. 119 or by email to judys@baylakesbsa.org, so that we can plan appropriately.

All Chartered Organization Representatives and Council Members-at-Large are encouraged to come and cast their vote as we elect the leadership that will guide the Bay-Lakes Council for the next year.

 

Scouting Goes Mobile with Scoutbook

Two of the BSA’s priorities in the last few years have been ensuring that we offer Scouts fresh, new experiences that instill the values of Scouting, and providing unit leaders with the tools, training, and support they need to deliver the kind of life-changing experiences Scouting is capable of providing. For more informaiton, Click here.

 

Congratulations to the Units that are 100% Youth Protection Trained!

Click here to view a list of the Units that are 100% Youth Protection Trained!

 

Museum Trade-O-Ree

Swap, buy, sell or browse Boy Scout memorabilia May 16, 2015. For more information, click here.

 

Want to know the latest on New Units, Eagle Scout recipients, Leader Recognition and Religious Emblem recipients?  

Go to your Districts page on the Council Website or click here and choose your District from the list on the left and view the articles under District News.

Development News

Sheboygan Golf Outing

June 3rd, 2015

This outing promises to be a great day for fun, fellowship, and supporting Scouting. Don’t have the time for an all-day outing select the NEW 9-hole option! For more information and to register for this event, Click here.

Finance News

2015 Friends of Scouting Campaign

The 2015 FOS Campaign is on target at 64.7% of goal or $528,112 raised of a $816,000 goal. As you can see from the chart below this years theme is Green and Gold! Take a look at the chart below to see where your team, or District, is positioned on the field and how close you are to the End Zone. How can you help? If you haven’t yet made a donation please consider making one to your respective team! If you would like to be a part of the Ahman Green Tailgate Event and receive a customized autographed football and picture with Ahman Green check out the criteria to qualify at http://www.baylakesbsa.org/invest-in-scouting/friends-of-scouting/family-friends-of-scouting-recognition/52317

Your assistance in helping to move the ball down the field into the End Zone would be greatly appreciated. More importantly it will help to ensure that all boys have an opportunity to join Scouting and enjoy a quality camp experience at one of are many camp facilities.

Scout Shop

Scout Shop

Spring is here! Stop in to the Scout Shop today to check out our new spring apparel. From hats, caps and jackets, to new t-shirts, we have something for everyone. 

Cub Scouters: We’re taking pre-orders NOW for the new Cub Scout Program materials. Let us know what your Pack needs. If you pay when you place your order, you’ll be one of the first to get the new books when they arrive in May.

Are YOU ready for camp? Ask us about our Get Ready For Camp event coming up in a few weeks.

For Hours & Locations, click here.

Memorial Tribute Fund

The Bay-Lakes Council Tribute Fund has been established for Scouters & Friends of Scouting. It gives you the opportunity to pay tribute to a relative or friend through a donation to the Council. This can be done as a congratulation, get well or sympathy from the donor.

 

A Gift In Memory of...

Kenneth Ochalla

Mary Jo Ochalla

Local News, Events & Information

Select your District below, to find out information on your local area.

Gathering Waters

Hiawathaland

Lakeshore

Ledge to Lakes

Kettle Country

Northern Lites

Twin Lakes

Voyageur

Don't know which District you're in? Click here