"It Ain't Always Gonna Be Summer!"
As this is being written, the temperature is predicted to hit 100 degrees.
Makes one think of cooler nights for camping. Well ---
Non Semper Erit Aestas
"It Ain't Always Gonna Be Summer"
So, sign up for Okpik the annual Cold Weather Camping Course that trains the trainer (that's all Troop Leaders, Senior Scouts and Trainers) how to go camping in the winter and have FUN.
"Since 1991, NWSC Scouters have been attending this 5-session course and taking the knowledge back to their troops so they can enjoy camping all year-round," said Roberta Hamann, long-time staffer and current Okpik Scoutmaster.
"It is not a survival course," Hamann continued, "but it does cover first aid and emergency procedures in addition to clothing; menu planning and cooking; shelter building, winter games; fire building and methods of travel in snow. The skills learned in this fun course makes cold weather camping a safe and enjoyable experience."
Four indoor Sunday afternoon sessions are to be held at the Christian Life Church, 400 E. Gregory, Mt. Prospect on: Oct. 22; Nov. 5; Nov. 19 and Dec. 10.
The 5th session is an actual campout at Camp Lakota on Jan. 13 14 when students and staff will set up campsites and put their new skills to practical use.
Cost and registration details are available on-line at www.nwsc.org/okpik and at the Service Center. Registration is limited to the first 60 paid students, ages 14 and up.
Don't wait to have fun in the winter --- go camping the Okpik way ----safely!
North Woods welcomes new District Executive
On Aug. 16, North Woods welcomed Jon Wilson from Kansas City, MO., as its new District Executive. After interviews with professional staff, district and executive board members, Jon was selected from a list of 6 candidates to serve on the North Woods team. He replaces Senior District Executive Chris Zarata who was promoted recently to Council Camping Director for Camp Lakota.
Jon is an Eagle Scout with three palms and Assistant Scoutmaster from the Heart of America Council in Kansas City, MO, a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, and holds a BA in History from William Jewell College.He is a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and served as Chapter Treasurer, a trombone player and band president, and American Humanics Association student president.
In addition, he was an active member ofFirst Baptist Church of Independence and served as an adult volunteer with the youth group and choir, member of the church orchestra, and part of the worship team for their contemporary service.
Jon left his position as a New Business Coordinator for Assurant Employees Benefits and was a Youth Minister Intern for his church.
So, North Woods says "Welcome Aboard" to Jon and sends a big "Thank You" to Chris for all his help and a "Congratulations" on his promotion.
TWO PROFESSIONALS PROMOTED
Scout Executive Steve Taylor announces the promotion of two NWSC professionals effective August 1, 2006. Blackhawk District Executive Derek Hartley is promoted to Senior District Executive for Blackhawk District. North Woods Senior District Executive Chris Zarada is promoted to Council Camping Director for Camp Lakota.
For Hartley, this promotion officially charges him with the overall singular professional responsibility for Blackhawk District in terms of membership, relationships, existing units, finance, unit service, program, district operations, new unit development, and quality along with several key council-level functional assignments. Hartley had previously served as District Executive with the Far East Council in Tokyo, Japan. He is an Eagle Scout, past OA Lodge Chief, and Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow. Derek is excited about helping to lead Blackhawk District to being Second to None!
For Zarada, this promotion officially charges him with the overall professional responsibility for Camp Lakota, supervision of upcoming construction projects, ongoing camp maintenance, climbing tower usage, Campmaster Corps relationships and recruiting, and the development of Scouting units, partnerships, business, community, and school relationships for Lakotas usage. Zarada had previously served as District Executive with the Blackhawk Area Council in Rockford, Illinois. He is an Eagle Scout and new Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow. Chris says Come on out to Lakota to use and enjoy the camp! Youll find a friendly face and a positive attitude. Its a great place to be --- nearby, convenient and yet still in the outdoors!
Please congratulate both Derek and Chris on their promotions and staying with the Northwest Suburban Council professional staff. Congratulations to Derek and Chris!
Len Milewski - Advisor to over 100 Eagles
Leonard A. Milewski a Scouter with over 68 years of Scouting experience passed away on August 4 after a short battle with lung cancer. Len served as an Eagle advisor to over 100 Eagle Scouts in the Signal Hill District. His love of Scouting started at the age of eight when he entered the Scouting program.
Len was awarded the Silver Beaver, by the Council for distinguished service to young people within the Council. He recently became a Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow. These accomplishments are just a portion of the awards and honors Len received during his career in Scouting. Ear and nose complications were the only thing that prevented Len from completing the swimming requirements to become an Eagle Scout as a youth. As an adult, Len took every Scout he counseled for a merit badge or advised for Eagle Scout under his wing and imparted his love for Scouting and the principals of Scouting upon that Scout.
Len is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara, children Robert, Pam Grayer, Diane Boler and Tim and seven grandchildren. Lens two sons are Eagle Scouts. During Lens visitation over a hundred members of the Lakota Lodge of the Order of the Arrow paid their respects to Len during a Broken Arrow Ceremony.
Len will be deeply missed by his family and the Scouting community. Lens family has asked that remembrances be made to the Northwest Suburban Council of the Boy Scouts of America or the Cancer Society.
Congressman Mark Kirk To Be Honored at the Distinguished Citizen Banquet
Scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 19th at Meridian Banquets in Rolling Meadows this event will honor Congressman Mark Kirk. Congressman Kirk was named intelligence Officer of the Year in 1999 by the U.S. Navy and is currently in his third term of office. He will share with us his current legislation to protect our youth from online predators and more.
Mark your calendars now for this event. For information on tickets please contact Darwin Walk at the Council Office or go to the Council web-site: www.NWSC.org.
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3 Months of Council-related events
September
Pro. Staff Mtg.
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.. Sept. 1
Family Camping Camp Napowan .. Sept. 1 4
Pro. Staff Mtg.
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.. Sept. 8
Order of Arrow Fall Fellowship
Sept. 8 10
Popcorn Consignment Orders Due
. Sept. 8
Pro Staff Mtg. ( NWSC)
. Sept. 8
Council Finance Comm. Mtg. (NWSC).. Sept. 11
Executive Committee Mtg.
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. Sept. 13
Outdoor Leader Skills Trng.
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. Sept. 15 17
Scoutreach Dinner
. Sept. 15
BALOO Trng.
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... Sept. 16
OWL Trng.
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..... Sept. 16 17
Executive Board Mtg.
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.. Sept. 20
Popcorn Consignment Pick-up
.. Sept. 21 23
Popcorn Consignment Reorders
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.. Sept. 22
Wood Badge Weekend #2
. Sept. 22 - 24
New Leader Essentials Trng.
Sept. 27
Popcorn Consignment Pick-Up
.. Sept. 29
BH & NW WOW
Sept. 30 Oct.1
Wilderness 1st Aid Trng.
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Sept. 29 3
October
BH & NW WOW
Sept. 30 Oct.1
Pro Staff Meeting (NWSC)
. Oct. 6
Mega Training Event
. Oct. 7
SH Webelos Weekend
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Oct. 6 - 8
Popcorn Consignment Re-order
... Oct. 10
Executive Committee Mtg.
Oct. 11
Popcorn Consignment Re-order Pick-up Oct. 13
NW Camp-O-Ree
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Oct. 14 15
Distinguished Citizens Banquet
Oct. 19
CPR/1st Aid Trng.
Oct. 21
Life To Eagle Seminar
. Oct. 21
Okpik Winter Camping Trng. Sess #1
Oct. 22
Cub Scout Leader Specifics Trng
Oct. 25
Family FOS Kick-off
Oct. 26
Order of Arrow Haunted Hike
. Oct. 27 28
Popcorn Consignment Returns
.. Oct. 28 & 30
November
Pro Staff Meeting (NWSC)
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. Nov. 3
Okpik Session #2
.. Nov. 5
SH Webelos Trans-o-rama
.. Nov. 5
NW Webelos Trans-o-rama
... Nov. 8
Executive Committee Mtg.
Nov. 8
SH Annual Mtg
.. Nov. 9
Scouter Trng. Day
... Nov. 14
Executive Board Mtg
.. . Nov. 15
Popcorn Take-Order Pick-Up
. Nov. 17 18
CPR/1st Aid
. Nov. 18
Okpik Session #3
. Nov.19
BH Annual Mtg
Nov. 21
FOS Kick-Off
.. Nov. 29
BALOO Training
What is a BALOO? Good question! BALOO is Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation for Cub Scout leaders. BALOO training is scheduled for September 16th at Camp Reinberg. A size restriction exists for this course so register immediately.
The objective of the course is to teach and demonstrate the skills necessary to carry out a successful first time Cub Scout level camping activity. It will also explain the focus of the Cub Scout level of the Boy Scout camping program. The most important part of Cub Scouts is FUN and the program will provide information on how to achieve this objective. To take a Cub Scout unit camping several adults must be BALOO trained.
No special equipment is required only weather appropriate clothing and a mess kit and a chair. Come prepared to have fun and learn about Cub Scout Camping.
Life to Eagle Seminar
Life Scouts and their parents should plan to attend a Life to Eagle Seminar at the Council Center on Saturday, October 21 from 10 am until noon. In addition Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members and Troop Advancement personnel are encouraged to attend this seminar.
This seminar is designed to educate Scouts, Scouters and parents on the steps necessary to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. It will help you sort out the fact from the fiction of achieving the rank of Eagle. If you attended a previous seminar this will be a repeat of that information. For additional information call the Council Service Center or visit the Council web site NWSC.org.
There will be room for all. No RSVP required!
Scout Shop Message
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Popcorn Pie Update
NWSC Council President Rich Politowicz announced lowered the total sales required for units to qualify for the Popcorn Pie program to $40,000. As you may recall, Council President, Rich Politowicz, Council Commissioner; Ray Okigawa and Scout Executive Stephen Taylor have agreed to be pied by the top popcorn sellers from every Scout unit that now sells more than $40,000 in popcorn during the fall popcorn campaign.
Leader Specific Training
Looking for an opportunity to complete your new leader training for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Teams, Venturing Crews and Charter Organizations? If so, plan to attend the Council Mega Specific Trainings on Saturday, October 7 at the Church of the Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, Stake Center in Schaumburg, IL.
This event will provide new leaders with an opportunity to receive their programs specific new leader training. Registrations are required by October 5th. All you will need to bring is brown bag lunch and your training track record. This is a uniform event, so please wear your uniform.
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