Youth Protection is required to be updated every two (2) years.
Due to a flury of emails and phone calls, an inquiry was made (today) to the National Office of the Boy Scouts of America confirming that no change to an annual recertification is intended to be made.
Please note that summer camp staff will review the material annually and it is a smart idea for unit leaders to do the same (even though it is not required).
If you have any questions, please contact the Mohegan Council office at 508-752-3769.
Quinsigamond District News
- Youth Protection Every 2 Years!
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quinsigamond- January 26th, 13:37
- 2013 Philmont Information Night
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- quinsigamond
- January 26th, 13:08
Have you thought about going to Philmont and were waiting for an opportunity?...Well consider this the chance you’ve been waiting for.
Mohegan Council is planning a trip to Philmont during the summer of 2013.
An informational meeting is scheduled for Sunday, February 12 at 3:00 pm at Millbury Federated Church (20 Main Street, Millbury 01527).
For questions concerning the Philmont trip or informational meeting, please contact Jeff Harris at jeharris@bsamail.org.
- Next Roundtable - Monday, Feb. 6, 2012
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- quinsigamond
- January 26th, 12:49
Reminder to all volunteers - The next Roundtable Meeting will be held on Monday, February 6, 2012 with opening ceremony beginning at 7:00 pm.
Roundtable meetings are wonderful networking opportunities for information about National, Council, and District program options as well as the chance to discover best-methods already in use by your peers.
Please join us at the First Congregational Church on Pleasant Street in Worcester.
- Info about the National Outdoor Awards program
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- quinsigamond
- January 21st, 14:40
With its new National Outdoor Awards, the BSA honors guys who can’t stand still
by Bryan on August 23, 2010
UPDATE (1/20/2012): Wear this patch in the temporary patch position — on the right pocket.
Guys join Scouting to experience the outdoors. It’s that simple.
To recognize that passion for adventure, the BSA announces its new National Outdoor Awards. As we told you last year, the awards are available to Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts who meet specific requirements in one of five subject areas: camping, hiking, aquatics, riding, and adventure.
There are two levels of the award. Boys can start with the National Outdoor Badges, seen at left. These are earned by boys who demonstrate “that they are knowledgeable, safe, and comfortable in the outdoor activity covered by the badge.”
Each segment is earned by completing the First Class rank, earning relevant merit badges, and accumulating experience—nights of camping, miles of hiking, hours of swimming, etc.
Once they earn a segment, boys can go the extra mile (in some cases literally) and shoot for gold or silver devices, available for spending extra time on a particular activity.
- Deadline for NESA Scholarships - Jan. 31!!!
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- quinsigamond
- January 21st, 14:34
Know an Eagle Scout headed to college?
Then read on: Tuesday, Jan. 31, is the deadline for Eagle Scouts who are high school seniors to apply for a 2012 National Eagle Scout Association scholarship.
In all, 153 scholarships, each between $1,000 and $50,000, will be presented to worthy Eagle Scouts based on their Scouting record, school performance, and financial need.
Scholarships, paid directly to the school, cover “tuition, room, board, and books only and are limited for use at a four-year accredited college or university that offers at least a bachelor’s degree upon completion of the course of studies.”
Before applying or sending an application to an Eagle Scout you know, read these requirements.
Applicants must:
- Be an Eagle Scout having passed the board of review on or before January 31, 2012.
- Apply during their senior year of high school.
- Provide a high school grades transcript covering at least six semesters.
- Have an SAT composite score of at least 1200 and/or an ACT composite score of 28.
- Have demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from a Scouter.
Click here for the official application (PDF). And good luck!
- 2012 Klondike Derby **Update**
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- quinsigamond
- January 18th, 13:45
The Quinsigamond District Klondike Derby information is now available!
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Treasure Valley Scout Reservation - West Side
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
$6.00 per Scout
No charge for Adults
$2.00 per extra patch
Patch design contest - submit your entries at the registration table!
Bring your own cup for coffee and hot chocolate!
Check out the flyer here.
- Jamboree Information Night
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- quinsigamond
- January 18th, 13:39
2013 National Jamboree Information Night
When: Monday January 30, 2012
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Where: Immaculate Conception Church
353 Grove St #1 Worcester, MA 01605
Who should attend: Anyone that has already registered and anyone that might be considering registration.
more information...
- Sharks Sale-abration Game Tickets
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- quinsigamond
- January 9th, 11:15
SHARKS SALE-ABRATION GAME TICKETS
WHEN: SATURDAY, January 21 at 7 PM
WHERE: DCU Center
COST FOR ADDITIONAL TICKETS: $12 for Adults - $11 for Scouts and Youth.
DEADLINE TO ORDER TICKETS: Wednesday January 18th
Anyone that would like to purchase tickets for your unit can order them through me, Jason Jones at (508) 929-0503.
If you are not the person responsible for ordering the group tickets, please forward this message to the proper contact in your unit.
If you have any other questions please contact Jason Jones me on my cell at (603) 965-5697. I look forward to hearing from your unit representative soon.
Jason Jones
Director of Ticket Sales
Worcester Sharks
DCU Center
50 Foster St.
Worcester, MA 01608
508-929-0503
- Blue & Gold Placemat Orders
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- quinsigamond
- January 4th, 10:32
Attention Cub Scout Leaders:
Blue & Gold Placemat Order Forms are available in your unit folders (at the Council Office).
Information needed includes:
Unit Number:
Leader's Name:
Telephone Number:
Quantity of Placemats needed:
Date of Blue & Gold Banquet:
All order forms are due to Ann Simoneau at the Council Office no later than January 21, 2012.
Remember, your unit folders are also available at the Roundtable meeting (being held on Monday, January 9, 2012 at the First Congregational Church on Pleasant Street in Worcester).
- January's Roundtable
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- quinsigamond
- January 2nd, 18:30
While you're enjoying the New Year's holiday, I wanted to remind everyone that our Roundtable for the Quinsigamond District will be held on Monday, January 9, 2012.
