The Scouting Trail
Monmouth Council
Boy Scouts of America
Volume 12
Issue 2
Spring/Summer
2012
INSIDE THIS EDITION
Calendar of Events
2
Feature: Iron Chef Scout Style
20-21
Council News
3
Lowe’s Grant/Merit Badges
22-23
Scout Spotlight
5 & 7 New Tour Plan Details
26
FOS Winners
11-12 District Updates
28-40
Gathering of Eagles
14
Venturing
42-43
Journey To Excellence
16
Order of the Arrow
44
Recognition
17
JCOS: Shabbat 101
46
NEW: 2012 Popcorn Sale Info.
18-19 Eagle Scouts 2012
49
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Calendar
Upcoming Council Activities & Events
July 21 - Cub Scout Family Water Carnival Day, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Quail Hill Scout Reservation
July 30 - Golf Classic at Trump National Golf Course, Colts Neck, NJ
August 15 - Venturing & Exploring Picnic & Open House, 6-9 p.m., Quail Hill Scout Reservation
August 18 - Merit Badge Day, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Quail Hill Scout Reservation
August 25 - Monmouth Council Popcorn Kick-Off, Popcorn sale begins
August 29 - Fall Round-Up Kick-Off and Ice Cream Social, 7 p.m., Council Service Center
October 5-7 - Council Fall Camporee at Quail Hill Scout Reservation
October 6 - Cub Day at the Council Camporee
October 13 - Fishing Derby & Join Scouting Open House, Quail Hill Scout Reservation
October 27 - Cub Scout Fun Fest, Quail Hill Scout Reservation
November 3 - Cub Scout Pow Wow
Important Camp Dates
Forestburg Summer Camp Schedule (FSR)
Wk 1: July 8–14; Wk 2: July 15–21; Wk 3: July 22–28; Wk 4: July 29–Aug 4; Wk 5: Aug 5-11.
Quail Hill Day Camp Schedule (QHSR)
Wk 1: July 9–13; Wk 2: July 16–20; Wk 3: July 23-27; Wk 4: July 30-Aug 3; Wk 5: Aug 6-10; Wk 6: Aug 13-17.
July 28 - Camps Alumni Weekend
September 7-9 - OA Fall Pow Wow at FSR
September 28-30 - QHSR Campbuilders Weekend
October 19-21 - FSR Campbuilders Weekend
October 26-28 - FSR Trails Weekend
Training Schedule
Popcorn Kick-Off Training (see page 18)
September 16 - BB & Archery Training
September 29 & 30 - Boy Scout Leader Specific
November 2-4 - IOLS Intro. Outdoor Leadership Skills
November 4 - BALOO Training
November 4 - Webelos Outdoor Leader Training
November 9-11- Patrol Leadership Skills
November 17 - Den Chief Training
Scout Service Center Closed: July 4, September 3, November 22-23
For more information on any of these activities or events call the Scout Service Center 732-536-2347
or visit: www.monmouthbsa.org
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Council News
New Executive Board Members Named
Monmouth Council's 2012 Annual Meeting was held on June 21, at the PNC Arts Center, and preceded the
Annual Council Recognition Dinner. Congratulations to newly elected Executive Board members:
 Andrea I. Bazer, Esq., who currently serves as Monmouth County's Counsel and will serve at the Council's
Legal Advisor.
 William H. Bishop, long-time Twin Lights Scouter, and most recently served as TL District Commissioner.
Bill will serve as the Council Activities Committee Chair.
 Shaun Golden, Sheriff of Monmouth County and will serve as Chairman of the Exploring Division, our
career development program for young men and women ages 14 to 20.
 Richard A. Kelly, Battleground District Scouter and most recently served as District Vice Chair, Finance.
Rich will provide leadership and serve on the Friends of Scouting campaign team.
 James Phillips, Twin Lights Scouter and member of the Camping Committee and Properties Committee,
James will serve as the new Chairman of the Council Camping Committee.
Congratulations to our new council officers Frank Davidson, VP Administration, William F. Faverzani, VP
Marketing and Robert J. Smith, VP, Fundraising. A special congratulations to our new council President Kurt
M. Kalafsky, A.I.A., and to immediate past President Thomas K. Rospos, P.E., for their dedication, leadership
and commitment to Scouting!
Kurt is a long-time Scouter from Battleground District, and for the past several years has served as the Vice
President for Administration, providing leadership and support to the Council Properties, Risk Management,
and Health & Safety Committees, and the Strategic Plan process. Kurt has been instrumental in the planning
and construction of the many new buildings and capital projects at Quail Hill and Forestburg Scout
Reservations. He is also very active in our NaTsiHi Order of the Arrow Lodge and most recently served as
Senior Patrol Leader for the Fall 2011 WoodBadge Course. Kurt is a partner with Aztec Total Architecture and
he and his wife Joy reside in Howell with their family.
Stay tuned for more information about our new Executive Board members and
Council Officers in the next issue of The Scouting Trail.
29th Annual Golf Classic at Trump National — July 30, 2012
The 29th Annual Monmouth Council Boy Scouts
of America Golf Classic will be held Monday,
July 30 at the Trump National Golf Club in Colts
Neck, New Jersey.
Join us for a day of challenges, friendship, and fun. There
will be door prizes, awards, lunch and dinner, and more.
Trump National Golf Club in Colts Neck features a world
class golf course designed by the legendary Jerry Pate and
refined under the direction of the visionary Tom Fazio II.
For information about tickets, sponsorships or to volunteer during the event, contact: Stephen Smith at
[email protected], or 732-536-2347 x22.
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Council President’s Minute
Kurt M. Kalafsky, AIA
MONMOUTH COUNCIL CAMPS PROVIDE
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Over 2,000 Scouts and leaders are expected this summer at nationally accredited Forestburg Scout Reservation
(www.fsrcamp.org) and Quail Hill Scout Reservation (www.qhsr.org). Our Camp Directors, Camp Staff and
Camping and Properties Committees have diligently prepared for the 2012 season. It’s not too late to sign up
for any of our programs and just call the Scout Service Center.
For most Scouts and leaders summer camp is the “Mountain Top Experience” of the Scouting year.
The excitement, outdoor adventure, opportunity to earn badges and awards, and chance to meet new friends,
provides a lasting impact of the Scouting program. Scouts who attend a summer camp program stay in
Scouting longer. The summer camp experience also gives Scouts a chance to utilize their outdoor and
leadership skills.
Our camp and outdoor facilities are used year-round and provide excellent weekend destinations for packs,
troops, Venturing crews and Explorer posts. In addition to our summer programs, each facility hosts special
activities and events throughout the year including Family Camp, Webelos Woods, District Camporees,
Order of the Arrow weekends, training courses, orienteering events and much more. Mark your calendar for
our Council Camporee this Fall at QHSR October 5-7.
Our Camping department and Rangers can help plan a special outing for your unit, whether it’s utilizing the
various program resources like ecology, shooting sports, aquatics, climbing, mountain bikes, or planning an
off-site trip. As your unit plans its upcoming program year, consider all of the resources our camping and
outdoor education facilities have to offer.
Many capital projects and improvements have been completed, together with new equipment and program
resources, at both of our camp facilities. For 2012 at QHSR- a new Shooting Sports program area with new
Archery and BB Pavilions, renovated Pool House and showers, and new floor and meeting room at Lawrence
Lodge. At FSR a new Aquatics Program Center, renovation of Todd Lodge and a new Dan Beard Shower
House.
The Scouting Trail
Spring/Summer 2012
Published By Monmouth Council
Boy Scouts of America
705 Ginesi Drive, Morganville, NJ 07751
732-536-2347
Kurt M. Kalafsky, Council President
Edwina A. Howell, Council Commissioner
Lee A. Marconi, Scout Executive
Stacey Ehling, Scouting Trail Editor
www.monmouthbsa.org
If you are interested in getting involved with and learning more
about our Camping or Properties Committees or joining our
Camps Alumni Association, just call the Scout Service Center
to get more information.
Also don’t miss the opportunity to visit our camps this
summer. Every Wednesday morning Scouters leave from the
Scout Service Center for a day-trip to FSR and our Friday evening family barbecues at QHSR are fantastic.
Mark your calendar for the annual Camps Alumni Day &
Dinner, a terrific event, on Saturday, July 28 at FSR.
I want to personally thank all of our leaders and parents who
make these Scouting experiences possible for our Scouts and
families.
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Scout Spotlight: Medal of Merit
After spending the day helping neighbors
pump water out of their basements and
cleaning up after Tropical Storm Irene,
Denis Stack III and his son Denis IV
decided to tackle a large branch dangling
over their roof.
What should have been a routine chore
suddenly turned perilous, when the branch
moved and Denis III slipped off a ladder
and plunged 25 feet to the ground.
“At first I was worried and shocked, but I
told myself I knew what to do and how to
react,” said Denis IV who was 14 at the
time. “I made sure he was safe, breathing
and conscious, and tried to keep him calm.
I knew not to move him because it could
make it worse.”
After calling his mom, a nurse, for
Denis Stack IV with his father Denis Stack III
assistance, he maintained control of the
scene until the paramedics came. He briefed them on what happened and gave them the information they
needed to treat his father. Denis III had broken his hip, four ribs, and his back in three places.
Medical officials said that if Denis III had been moved, he could have been paralyzed for life.
“The key was he didn’t move me and kept me calm. I was in a lot of pain and was yelling, but he took control
of the scene right away,” described Denis III. “There wasn’t one thing he did wrong. He did a great job!”
Denis IV credits his mother, the First Aid Merit Badge and Scouting for giving him the skills to tackle this
emergency situation. “All the training came together to help me with my dad, to know what to do, the proper
way to handle it, and how to react. I never thought I would have to do this on my dad, but you don’t know
what can happen and have to be prepared for whatever life throws at you,” remarked Denis IV.
Denis IV was awarded the BSA National Medal of Merit for putting into practice Scouting skills and ideals
and performing an act of service of a rare or exceptional character that reflects an uncommon degree of
concern for the well-being of others. “I don’t think of myself as a hero, I just did what I was meant to do and
had to do,” said Denis IV.
Denis keeps current with his first-aid skills, and even works with the younger Scouts telling his story to inspire
them to listen and learn. “I tell them to pay attention when they are being taught, whether it is at school, home
or in Scouting because you never know what you might have to do and when you may have to use those
different teachings throughout your life.”
Denis III is very proud of his son, but not surprised that he received this medal. “He can do anything. I
brought him up to take care of himself without needing me. He is my right hand, I don’t do anything without
him.”
Denis IV, now 15, is an Eagle Scout with Troop 85 and a member of Shooting Sports Venturing Crew 85 in
Morganville, and Exploring Post 105 with the Marlboro Police Department. He attends the Manalapan H.S.
Program for Law Enforcement and is on the Track and Basketball teams. He loves the outdoors, hunting,
marksmanship, wildlife and nature, and would like to pursue a career in law enforcement or public safety.
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Scout Executive’s Minute
Lee A. Marconi
“VOICE OF THE SCOUT” AND FALL MEMBERSHIP MARKETING
Scouters, leaders and parents, an exciting update on two marketing efforts underway…
Voice of the Scout (VOS) Anyone who’s heard Cub Scouts cheering at a pinewood derby or Boy Scouts at a
Klondike derby knows that Scouts have a voice. This Spring, the BSA launched a new effort to listen to its
members more attentively than ever.
Dubbed the Voice of the Scout, the new initiative will elicit feedback on the Scouting program from Scouts,
Scout parents, volunteers, and chartered organization representatives. (Scouts under age 14 will be surveyed
through their parents). Twice a year, the BSA will e-mail surveys that ask simple questions like this: “If asked,
how likely would you be to recommend Scouting to your friends?” Taken together, the responses will generate
a Net Promoter Score, or NPS.
Of course, the NPS by itself will reveal only how likely people are to recommend Scouting, not the
reasons why (or why not). So the surveys will also ask “driver” questions related to programs, leadership,
activities, and operations. Responses to those questions will bring focus to areas of improvement at the unit,
district and our council level, and which will have a positive impact on the Scouting experience. Stay tuned!
Fall Round-Up Membership Campaign
Plans for the Fall 2012 Membership Campaign were unveiled during our Council Program Launch and BBQ in
June. The Campaign, our largest of the year, will officially launch on August 29, at the Kick-Off & Ice Cream
Social at 7 p.m., Scout Service Center. We hope every unit will send a representative to participate!
We have two new components this year:
2012 New-Scout Parent Onboarding Envelope is a large 10.5-by-13.5-inch full-color envelope that includes
a call to action for new parents and leaders to check out the upgraded BeAScout.org/welcome website (also
available in Spanish). The reverse has space for a parent to record important information about their son’s unit,
including leader names, phone numbers, and locations and times of upcoming meetings.
The back side features specially selected promotional ads from Boys’ Life, the STEM/NOVA Award program,
and the Scouting Alumni Association; a special message about Youth Protection; and a discount coupon for all
BSA Scout shops. Envelopes are large enough to accommodate all of our council promotional information and
resources so our new families walk away with one big packet of adventure to start their journey.
National Recruiting Test Market - This is a collaborative marketing/media campaign with the National
Council and 10 local councils in the greater NY media market. The project is designed to reinvent the way the
National Council works with and supports local councils in recruiting. It adds to traditional recruiting methods
used in councils by adding professional media purchasing with an emphasis on digital channels to effectively
and efficiently reach target audiences.
A media plan is being developed specifically for this market and is designed to appeal to moms and youth.
The campaign will focus primarily on direct marketing tactics including interactive web banners and targeted
email marketing. The National Council handles the media purchase, creative development, monitoring,
reporting and will provide regular updates on the test back to the local councils. Stay tuned!
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Scout Spotlight: Heroism Award
Kam Harrington, a Cub Scout with Pack 261 in
Keansburg, loves swimming in the ocean and surfing the
waves with his boogie board. Little did he know that he
would be using that same boogie board to save his
sister’s life.
Last July, the Harrington family were enjoying a day at
the beach in Sea Girt, N.J. Seven-year-old Kam was
catching waves at the shoreline while his sister Gabi, age
9, was swimming in the ocean. Suddenly his sister was
caught in a rip current and was pulled 30 yards off shore.
“I saw how far she was and yelled ‘come back’ but she
was stuck in one position and fighting the current,” said
their mother Justyna Harrington. “I waved to the life
guards to try to get help, but they didn’t see me. The next
thing I know I saw my son running with the boogie
board, he jumped in and swam out to her and brought her
back to shore.”
“I just jumped in and went to go grab her,” said Kam
who was happy he could help his sister. “I was kind of
scared and I was a little tired and my legs were wobbly…
but it was kind of easy.”
Gabi said she was relieved to see him coming to get her
but was worried. “I couldn’t move anywhere, the water
was really cold and I couldn’t move my legs. I thought he was going to get pulled out too. He grabbed me, but
it was hard to hold on and he had to pull me back to shore,” said Gabi. “I never thought my young brother
would come to my rescue.”
Kam was presented with the BSA National Heroism Award for demonstrating heroism and skill in averting
serious injury or saving or attempting to save a life at minimum risk to self. He also received a proclamation
from the town of Keansburg which named March 28, 2012 “Kam Harrington Day,” met with
State Senator Joseph Kyrillos, and his story was included on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration website Rip Current Safety page.
“I was really excited they gave me the medal, my Cub Scout friends, my mom, my den leader, the police came
too and they gave me a certificate,” said Kam, who is now 8 years-old.
“I am really proud of him, for a little guy he really surprised me that day. I never thought he could do
something like that,” said his mom. His sister Gabi agreed, “I see him as stronger now, and I would trust him
with my life.”
Kam is a good swimmer, but didn’t have any formal training regarding water rescue. When asked how he
knew what to do, he said “Sometimes I play rescue video games and I have seen them [rescues] on TV.”
Kam is an avid video game player, he loves gymnastics and is an enthusiastic Cub Scout. As for the future,
Kam said, “I want to go to West Point to be a soldier. I want to help and save people.”
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Council Commissioner’s Minute
Edwina Howell
As you are reading this we have just passed the half-way point in our 2012 Journey To
Excellence year. I hope you are continuing to monitor your unit’s progress, remembering to
enter your service hours and advancement into the appropriate websites in a timely manner.
Remember, to be counted for 2012 everything must be entered in 2012.
Many of our Scouts, Volunteers and families received their Voice of the Scout surveys. Hopefully they
remembered to respond…it’s our chance to make our voice heard both in Monmouth Council and in Texas.
Thank you to all who did respond…your comments will be taken to heart. If your unit has not submitted your
family e-mails please do so quickly. The next round of surveys will probably go out in September. Feedback
is needed from as many families and volunteers as possible in order to make a difference.
All of our Districts have been re-organizing in the past few months. Nominating Committees have been hard
at work finding new members to help out with District functions: membership, finance, camping, activities,
advancement, training, program and commissioner staff. Unfortunately, all three districts are running into the
same problem…the lack of new blood and a general lack of committee members.
Think of all the wonderful things our districts could accomplish and the great out of unit programs that could
be offered to our scouts if we had more people willing to help out. Presently our District committees are
averaging around 10 members…not even enough to cover all the standing committees, some of which are
committees of one, much less have real working committees. To top that off, Monmouth Council needs about
25 new Commissioners in order to adequately serve all our units.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if every unit in our Council would delegate one member to attend our District
Committee meeting and see where help could be rendered…even if it is only a one-shot deal? Think of all the
great new ideas that would come out of this and the new programs we could offer our Scouts.
Remember the story of Everybody, Somebody and Nobody? Everybody thought that Somebody would do the
work, but Nobody did!
Scouting Trail Deadlines
We want to feature your Scout unit in
our next issue! Please e-mail your
stories (500 words or less) and high
resolution photographs to:
PLEASE…Step forward…Attend your District Committee
meeting and see what you can do to help!
For more information about joining your
District Committee, contact:
[email protected]
The submission deadlines are:
 Summer Issue Deadline: August 1
 Fall Issue Deadline: November 1
 Winter Issue Deadline: Feb. 1
 Spring Issue Deadline: May 1
The Trail reserves the right to select and edit all
materials for publication.
Battleground
Bill Sauer, [email protected]
Thunderbird
Mike Golub, [email protected]
Twin Lights
Linda Hassler, [email protected]
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Quail Hill Scout Reservation News
What’s New at Quail Hill
Campers and guests will see some new improved features at Quail Hill Scout Reservation this summer.
The brand new BB and Archery Range Pavilions have been completed, offering our Scouts shelter and shade
on the ranges. In addition, a new Sling-Shot area has been create to give our Scouts another chance to test and
improve their marksmanship skills (bottom picture). Construction on the Pool Shower House is underway and
expected to be completed shortly.
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Assistant Scout Executive’s Minute
Stephen Smith
THE BENEFITS OF BEING AN EAGLE SCOUT
Now that I have been here at Monmouth Council for a number of months, and with getting to
meet many of you in person, I must say how great it is to be associated with such a group of
individuals as you, our family of Scouting volunteers.
Am I surprised? No, not at all. Scouting doesn’t just bring out the best people, it brings out the best in people.
Your willingness to step up and volunteer for your youth and communities, your leadership, your support.
These are all great values that you are teaching our youth.
This is quite visible when you look at our Eagle Scouts. When you look at their projects, you will see the
same leadership qualities and the willingness to give to others as I see in you.
Though we may already know all of this, Baylor University did its own independent report on the impact
Scouting has on youth. By surveying Eagle Scouts, other Scouts, and Non-Scouts, they found what Scouting
really does for our youth. They compiled the data into seven thematic categories: Health & Recreation,
Connection, Service & Leadership, Environmental Stewardship, Goal Orientation, Planning & Preparedness,
and Character. In short, being an Eagle Scout definitely puts you a step up in every category, followed by
Scouts over non-Scouts.
To find out more about this study, please visit:
http://www.baylorisr.org/2012/04/eagle-scouts-merit-beyond-the-badge-report/
or to get a PDF version, go to: http://www.baylorisr.org/wp-content/uploads/Boy-Scouts-Report.pdf
Cub Scout Pack 108 in Freehold
helped spruce up the front of the
Scout Service Center this Spring.
They planted red and white
geraniums in pots and
in the planting beds.
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FOS BlueClaws Winners
Take Me out to the Ball Game….IN STYLE!!!
This Spring, a great complimentary event took place for six
lucky Friends of Scouting (FOS) families in Monmouth Council.
All families and individuals that made an FOS pledge this year
before April 1, were entered into a drawing for a special family
night at Lakewood BlueClaws Baseball Stadium.
The winners from the drawing received a night in a luxury Box
Suite with food and beverages to the Lakewood BlueClaws
Baseball game compliments of Reynwood Communications, and
they received complimentary limousine service to the ballpark
from Cat Limousine.
It was a fabulous night for baseball, family,
fun and Scouting!
The winning families:
John Forte, Pack 158
Arnav Mandhwani, Pack 188
John Padgett, Troop 66
Donna Squillaro, Troop 333
Michael Casabianca, Pack 134
Jennifer Baker, Pack 331
Thank you to our generous
sponsors Richard and Patricia
Kelly of Reynwood
Communications for making
this special FOS incentive
possible for our Scouting
families this year.
And THANK YOU to all our
Scouting families for
participating in the 2012
FOS campaign.
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Friends of Scouting 2012
CONGRATULATIONS!
FOS Unit Goal Achievers
The Monmouth Council, its staff, and its Executive Board would like to congratulate the
following units on their attainment of their Family FOS goal for 2012.
These “Goal Achievers” have each received a special “ribbon” and won their choice of a free
weekend campsite or discounted price for building use at either Forestburg or Quail Hill Scout
Reservation, or their choice of two free hours of BB, Archery or the Pool at Quail Hill.
We thank everyone who has donated their time and support to all of our programs.
Your continued commitment allows us to grow and deliver the Scouting program to our youth.
Battleground District
Thunderbird District
Twin Lights District
Pack 85
Pack 21
Pack 11
Pack 108
Pack 31
Pack 131
Pack 158
Pack 194
Pack 331
Troop 13
Troop 31
Troop 1
Troop 155
Troop 49
Troop 32
Troop 157
Troop 63
Troop 42
Troop 290
Troop 82
Troop 47
Troop 300
Troop 145
Troop 67
Troop 358
Troop 333
Troop 88
Troop 434
Troop 110
Crew 85
Troop 134
Crew 558
Troop 136
Troop 137
Troop 242
Troop 331
Troop 364
This list is accurate as of June 19, 2012.
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Council Events
GATHERING OF EAGLES
On May 15, Eagles from across Monmouth Council flew down upon the PNC Bank Art Center in Holmdel to
gather together for this year’s Gathering of Eagles Recognition Dinner. Over 160 people were in
attendance to recognize and support the 2011 Class of Eagles and other honorees.
As Master of Ceremonies, Tim Knotts welcomed everyone, followed by an opening ceremony with
representatives of the 2011 Eagle Scout Class. Following the invocation, Tim introduced our Scout Executive
Lee Marconi for his remarks. Dan Dunn, Monmouth Council’s National Eagle Scout Association (NESA)
Chairman, recognized the Dinner’s Committee and thanked them on the job they did.
A highlight of the evening was when Brigadier General Mike Cunniff,
Adjutant General for the State of New Jersey, spoke regarding what it
means to be an Eagle and identified various famous people who are Eagle
Scouts.
In addition to recognizing the 2011 Eagle Class, other honors were
presented at the dinner.
Bill Mollica introduced and awarded the prestigious Glenn A. and Melinda
W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project Award to Daniel Regad of
Brig. General Mike Cunniff
Troop 515. Daniel conducted his Eagle project at the Greenville
Elementary School in Howell. His project included the installation of exercise equipment with “fall” areas along a half-mile fitness trail; the installation of benches; the construction of
information signage about the equipment; directional signs; and the planting of foliage to decorate the area.
The Marshall W. Errickson Distinguished Eagle Scout Award was presented to Thomas Bogart. This award is
given to those Eagle Scouts who have continued to exemplify the Scouting ideals of duty to God, country and
self. It is awarded each year to a local adult Eagle Scout who has best exemplified the ideals of Scouting
through distinguished community service, service to their profession, and continued active involvement in his
community for at least 25 years since earning the Eagle Scout award. Tom earned his Eagle in 1967. Since
then, he has been active in both his profession, where he managed AT&T’s presence at the 1996 Olympics,
and Scouting, where he is a 39 year veteran, including 17 years a Troop 110 leader.
The Friend of Eagles Award recipient is a person that has lived up to the ideals and spirit of an Eagle Scout,
but never earned the rank itself as a
youth. This year the award was
bestowed on Frank Davidson. Frank
proudly served his country as a Sonar
Technician in the U.S. Navy, where he
retired in 2010. Frank also served
Scouting for many years, including as
Scoutmaster for Troop 72 for 16 years.
One of Frank’s loves is camp, and he
has been instrumental in providing
quality and safe camp programs as
our Council Camping Committee
Chairman.
Tom Bogart, Daniel Regad, Sandy Brown, Esq., and Frank Davidson
(Continued next page)
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Council Events
(Gathering of Eagles Continued)
The Monmouth Council’s NESA Committee grants the prestigious NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award to
Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or regional level. This year,
the award was presented to Sandy Brown, Esq., who received his Eagle Scout rank in 1965. Sandy is a past
Council President, currently serves as an Executive Vice President of the Council, serves as the Area 5
(12 Councils) Endowment Chair, Northeast Region, BSA. He is also the President Elect of the National
United Methodist Chancellor’s Association. He is on the State Board of Trustees of the NJ School Board’s
Attorney Association.
During the course of the
evening, the 2011 Class of
Eagles, were individually
called up to the front of the
room, where they received a
token of our appreciation
for their accomplishments
and public recognition.
The Eagles were also
highlighted in a 2011 Class
of Eagle Scouts Directory
and those present posed for
a class photo (left).
Congratulations to a fine
Class of Eagles for all that
they have done!
PROGRAM LAUNCH 2012
About 100 people were at this year’s Program Launch, held at the
Quail Hill Scout Reservation, gathering information for the next
year and a half on upcoming activities and training opportunities.
Calendars were handed out, questions were asked and answered,
and plenty of food was available.
This year brought break-out sessions for membership recruitment
and popcorn training. Both sessions were well attended, with over
25 people learning about fall recruitment efforts and over
35 being trained for this year’s popcorn sale.
Information packets that were distributed during the Program
Launch have been placed in the unit mailboxes.
A great thanks to Ken Bonnell and his kitchen staff for the great
job they did in preparing the food. A special thank you goes to all
who helped staff the event, and to all those who attended.
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Journey To Excellence
JOURNEY TO EXELLENCE … SHOOT FOR THE GOLD!
As we enter our second cycle of the Journey to Excellence it is necessary to go over some ground rules so that
we are all on the same page when it comes to the final assessments. The numbers for the following sections of
the 2012 Journey to Excellence will be determined from reports that will be sent from National. Many of these
reports will be generated from reports that you send so don’t forget to make sure that your information is
entered.
Please note that dates for reporting are set by National and cannot be changed by Monmouth Council.
When filling out your JTE form, please make sure that you do not include anything in the sections discussed
below, as this data is what will be sent to us from the National reports.
ADVANCEMENT: All advancement must be reported on the Internet Advancement website prior to
December 31, 2012 in order to qualify for 2012. (Monmouthbsa.org)
SERVICE PROJECTS: All service projects must be reported on the Journey to Excellence website
prior to December 31, 2012 in order to qualify for 2012. (Monmouthbsa.org)
MEMBERSHIP: Make sure you submit all applications as soon as you get them, not only for
insurance reasons, but because all information you will need will be in your file making the
re-chartering process easier for you to complete. The numbers for your JTE form will be generated
from your charter numbers and will come from the National office after the Council has closed out for
2012. Please get your charter in by mid December.
RETENTION: This report will be generated after the re-chartering process has been completed.
TRAINING: Records for training will be taken from ScoutNet. Make sure your training records are
up to date by checking your on-line training at Myscouting.org and submitting the training record
forms that were provided by the training committee. We are presently working on getting a report of
your full unit training status. A reminder that all Cub Leaders must complete training by December
2012 in order to reregister.
CAMPING: The percentages of youth attending camp will be generated from the QHSR and FSR
final camping report. If your unit attends camp in another council, please let your District Executive
know. Other Councils send their reports to Monmouth Council, but by letting your Executive know
they will be on the lookout for them so that your unit receives credit for attendance. Family camping
for Cubs, Boy Scouts and Venturers will also count this year, but the National Office has not yet sent
us the specifications. For now, keep track yourself and wait for further directions.
For the rest of the sections you will be on your own. Please make sure you are constantly monitoring your
progress towards your goal. Remember all your training … “plan ahead and work your plan”.
Doing so will insure your units success in 2012. Let’s Shoot for the Gold in 2012!
If you have any questions or need any help contact your Unit or District Commissioner.
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Recognition
Peter Cancro of Jersey Mike’s
Recognized as “Guardian Member”
Representatives from Monmouth
Council recently visited Peter Cancro,
Founder and CEO of Jersey Mike’s
Subs to thank him and the company for
their long-standing support of
Scouting.
A Boy Scouts of America “Guardian
Member” plaque was presented to
Peter in recognition of the positive
difference their commitment to
Scouting makes, impacting the lives of
thousands of Scouts and youth.
Guardian Members are recognized for
their community leadership and for
representing the values found in the
Scout Oath and Scout Law.
“Peter and Jersey Mike’s exemplify the Scouting ideals of ‘do your best’ and ‘giving back to the
community,’” said Scout Executive Lee Marconi. “They have been extremely generous supporters of Scouting
programs in Monmouth Council for years, and have made it their mission to ‘help other people’ who work
hard to make our community a better place.”
Pictured left to right: Stephen Smith, Assistant Scout Executive; Lee Marconi,
Scout Executive; Peter Cancro, Founder and CEO, Jersey Mike’s Franchise
Systems; Bob Smith, Council Executive Board member.
Joseph Sarno Recognized as “Century Donor”
Joseph Sarno, CBRE’s executive vice president
and a member of the Monmouth Council
Executive Board, recently received the Century
Donor Award plaque.
“This award reflects Joe’s dedication to the
scouting program. He is an ardent supporter of
the Scouting mission and the impact Scouting
has on young people,” said Scout Executive Lee
Marconi. “Such dedicated volunteers have
helped us keep a balanced budget for 6 straight
years. Joe’s enthusiasm and commitment have
been phenomenal.”
In addition to serving on the Executive Board for
seven years, Sarno has served as Vice Chairman
for the Joshua Huddy Award Dinner, and as a
Joseph Sarno (left) receives a signed Joseph Csatari print from
member of the Golf Committee.
Scout Executive Lee Marconi (middle) and Assistant Scout
Executive Stephen Smith (right).
“I am honored they chose me for the award,”
said Joseph Sarno, “This is very close to my heart as my son is an Eagle Scout...and I’ve been fortunate
enough to see how scouting programs have helped him develop leadership skills. It is a positive experience for
young people and teaches them vital lessons which help them throughout their lives.”
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2012 Trail’s End Popcorn Sale
2012 Popcorn Fundraiser Sale Calendar
8/7
8/9
8/21
8/25
8/25
8/27
9/7
9/15
10/13-14
10/20
10/22
Battleground Kick Off, Neff Chapel, Old Tennent Church, 448 Tennent Road, Manalapan, NJ
Twin Lights Kick Off, United Methodist Church, 7 p.m., 247 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ
Thunderbird Kick Off, location to be determined
Council Kick Off, 10:00 AM at the Scout Service Center
Door to Door – Take Order Sales Begins – On Your Honor
Show & Sell/Blitz Orders due online
Show & Sell/Blitz Order Pick up – Lowy’s Moving Service
Popcorn Carnival at Rutgers University
Wawa Popcorn Blitz Weekend
Show & Sell/Blitz Returns due – Council Office
Door to Door/Take Orders due online by 5:00
Prize and Trails End Incentive Orders due
11/2
Take Order Popcorn Distribution – Lowy’s Moving Service
12/3
Popcorn payment due to Council Service Center
Commission reduced 1.5% for every 7 days payment in full is not received
**Unit Sales Roster Due - REQUIRED for top seller recognition and to receive
full bonus commission
Note: Unit popcorn leaders can attend any of the Popcorn Training “Kick-Off “Sessions, they are not limited
to their district session. Please RSVP for the date you can attend.
Popcorn Pick-up Location:
Lowy’s Moving Service,1930 Heck Avenue, Neptune, NJ 07754
ATTENTION: All Scouts and Scouting Families!!!
You are invited to attend the FREE
POPCORN CARNIVAL AT RUTGERS
Sat., September 15, 9 a.m. - 3p.m.
This FREE program will train our Scouts in the art and science of
selling popcorn. Using a "passport" style arrangement the Scouts
will set their goal, learn their products and prices, register to sell
online, download the mobile app, practice their "sales pitch," etc.
Once they have visited each "training" station they will receive a
commemorative patch for the day.
Other fun activities include inflatable bouncy houses and slides, a
magic show, jugglers, dunk tank, climbing wall, balloon twisters,
Pinewood Derby tracks, and more. Food and beverages, product
samples, door prizes and giveaways will also be available.
The event takes place next to Rutgers Scarlet Knights football
stadium, Piscataway, NJ.
New $600 Level Prize
*Selected by Unit
Kernels
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2012 Popcorn Sale
UNIT COMMISSIONS
Your unit will receive 31% of your gross sales as your base commission. In 2012, your unit will have the
opportunity to earn an additional 10% commission for a possible total of 41%, one of the highest in the
country.
The 10% bonus is broken into two parts:
Preparing Your Unit for the Sale - 5% And Sale Success - 5%
To receive the Preparing your Unit 5% your unit must complete the following items:
 Attend one of the 5 Sale Kickoff/Training meetings
 Schedule, conduct, AND invite your district kernel to your unit sale kickoff.
 Submit all popcorn and prize orders on time and online and meet all other due dates.
To receive the Sale Success 5% your unit must complete the following items:
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Increase your Per Scout Sale Average by designated amount based on your
unit’s 2011 Per Scout Average
2011 Average $400+ - 2% increase
2011 Average $270-$399 - 5% increase
2011 Average $150-$269 - 7.5% increase
2011 Average $149 or lower - 20% increase
Units with a 2012 gross sale of $25,000 or more will be exempt from this requirement
Each unit will receive their 2011 average and 2012 goal at kickoff
Submit all popcorn and prize orders on time and online and meet all other due dates.
Units that are selling for the first time should speak individually to their District Kernel regarding the
Sale Success bonus commission.
UNIT AND SCOUT INCENTIVES
This year the Monmouth Council in conjunction with Trail’s End has created 2 incentives for your unit and
your Scouts. These incentives are tools for you to use to motivate and prepare your Scouts for the sale.
The incentives are: “Council & District Top Seller Recognitions” and “Fill A Sheet Giveaway.”
Council & District Top Seller Recognition
This is a recognition program for the Top Sellers in each district, and in the council. The official Unit Sales
Roster MUST be completed and submitted by 12/3/2012 for your Scouts to qualify.
Fill A Sheet Giveaway
During the Take Order & Show and Deliver sale only Scouts will have the chance to enter a drawing for
great prizes. To enter, make a copy of the Scout’s filled order form and then either drop it of at the scout
service center or fax (732-536-2850), mail, or e-mail ([email protected]) it in. There is no limit to
the number of different filled order forms a Scout can submit but each form can only be entered once.
Drawings will take place every Monday and winners will be notified by phone/e-mail and the council
website/E-Trail. Order forms must be in the office by 5:00 p.m. Friday to qualify for the next weeks drawing.
The first drawing will be 9/10/2012.
Show and Sell and Blitz sales do not qualify for the Fill A Sheet program
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Scouts in Action
IRON CHEF COMPETITION...SCOUT STYLE!!
Troop 32 & Troop 155 Camporee
Troop 155 in Freehold and Troop 32 in Middletown held their Second Annual Camporee in
March at Pine Hill Scout Reservation. Seventy six Scouts and leaders attended the weekend
campout. The idea for a joint campout was born at the 2010 National Jamboree when more
than 20 Scouts from T155 and T32 spent 10 days together at Fort AP Hill. The scouts from
both troops wanted to continue the friendship they formed at the Jamboree by having a
campout together.
Their first T155/T32 Cast Iron Chef Camporee was held in March 2011, and the scouts and leaders had such a
great time they decided to turn it into an annual event. The camporees are planned by the SPLs of each troop to
make it all about fun, fellowship and food. Brian DeShong, Scoutmaster of Troop 32, reflects “An event like
this gives the scouts, and leaders, a chance develop keep and make new friendships, get ideas about how
another troop operates on campouts, and of course, have fun – both on the activity field and in camp kitchens.”
The weekend began with a meet-and-greet
cracker barrel on Friday hosted by Troop 32.
It was a chance to catch up with old friends and
meet some new ones. In fact, there were several
Webelos crossovers that were attending their
first ever Boy Scout campout. In the morning,
the troops spent some time sharpening their
scouting skills.
After lunch, there were friendly games of
ultimate Frisbee and football and an unofficial
“Cast Iron Chef: ASM Challenge” event.
Leaders from Troop 32 prepared their best pulled
pork sandwich while the leaders from Troop 155
tried to “spice-up” a typical Forestburg lunch of
hot dogs and baked beans. Both meals looked
and tasted like nothing like a camp meal.
The highlight of the weekend was when the
seven patrols competed in the Cast Iron Chef
Challenge. Being St Patrick’s Day weekend,
appropriate ingredients were selected by the
adult leaders. The patrols were challenged to
make a dinner and dessert that included the
following surprise ingredients: ground beef,
cabbage, potatoes, fruit cocktail and coolwhip.
Scouts work on their cooking skills
Troop 32 Showing their “Pinky” Pride!
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The patrols were judged on use of ingredients, taste, presentation, creativity, teamwork and clean-up.
The secret ingredients were revealed and the patrols were given 30 minutes to plan their meals. They also had
access to an enormous amount of pantry items to cook their meals.
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The patrols had 2 hours to create their meals. They were required to
prepare two courses, but were encouraged to be creative and innovative
in their courses, cooking, and presentation. The scouts had a great time
and did a great job working as patrols and being creative with their
meals. Many patrols chose a St Patrick’s Day theme for their dinner,
making for a ton of green food to eat (green potatoes, green gravy,
green cake, green icing, etc). All of the meals turned out great and
everyone ate well that night.
Troop 155’s Apache patrol and Troop 32’s Crazy Gnome/Panda Patrol
tied for first place. The Apache’s winning recipe was bacon-wrapped
meatloaf, “shamrock” slaw, and potato chips (pic.1) Their dessert was a
fruit cocktail tart. The Crazy Gnomes/Panda patrol’s winning recipe
was a ground beef, onion, and mushroom filled potato, cole slaw, crispy
potato slices, and a “shamrock” cookie-cake (pic. 2). In third place,
Troop 32’s Super Supermen patrol menu featured a giant leprechaun
hat cake.
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"The Cast Iron Chef Challenge was the highlight of the weekend,”
said Troop 155 Scoutmaster Kevin Sweetnam. “The scouts from both
Troops really gave their best, the patrols demonstrated
great teamwork, and every scout was involved in the
planning and execution of the meal. I was impressed to
see how creative the patrols were. Watch out Bobby Flay
you may have to take on a Boy Scout in a future Iron
Chef."
“For those of us who went to Jamboree in 2010, seeing
some of our old Jambo friends again was nice. As always,
Troop 155 proved to be some tough and fun competition,”
said Troop 32 Senior Patrol Leader James Rimmele.
Troop 155 Apache Patrol (Tied for First Place)
Winners were announced during the camp fire Saturday night, and the winning patrols were presented with
gold, silver, and bronze cast iron skillet awards. A custom patch commemorating the event was given to all the
participants. Both Troops look
forward to keeping this tradition
going for years to come. In fact,
leaders and scouts from both troops
will be going to the Summit for
Jamboree 2013.
Troop 155
“We all saw old friends and even
made new ones. It was great having a
little friendly competition and
showing off the great Scout skills we
have between the two troops,” said
Troop 155 Senior Patrol Leader Jake
Simon. “I can’t wait for next year!”
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Advancement News
Home improvement retailer Lowe's has teamed with the Boy Scouts of America to provide the Lowe's
National Eagle Scout Project Impact grant for candidates working on their Eagle Scout project. A generous
contribution from the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has made it possible for local councils to
present selected Eagle Scout candidates with a $100 prepaid gift card to be used toward their service projects.
Life Scouts who are planning a construction-based project may apply.
Monmouth Council BSA has been allotted 23 prepaid Discover gift cards. The Council and District
Advancement Chairman will determine which projects qualify for a Lowe's grant. The local council will
distribute its allotment of the $100 prepaid gift cards to recipients. Cards must be used to purchase building
materials and equipment for the Eagle candidate's service project. The gift card may be used at any Lowe's
location or any place where Discover Cards are accepted.
For a full description of the requirements, qualifications and procedures please go to www.monmouthbsa.org
and click on the Advancement page, then download the two PDF documents about the Lowe’s grant.
Here are some of the highlights of the program and process
To qualify for a Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Impact grant, the Scout must:
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Be a registered Life Scout.
Complete and submit the Lowe's grant application to your District Advancement Chair
Be sure the Eagle Scout service project has all approvals before the work begins.
Use the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook to document the results of the service project.
Attach all receipts to the workbook
Take photos of the project before, during and after, and make them available,
with all documentation, to BSA and Lowe’s.
All projects must be completed before December 31, 2012 including final write-up.
Council Advancement Chair Contact Information:
Advancement Committee Chairman: William F. Mollica Jr. (Bill), [email protected]
Twin Lights District: Ken Farmer, [email protected]
Battleground District: Frank Winter, [email protected]
Thunderbird District: Dennis Coffey,[email protected]
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Advancement: New Merit Badges
Two New Merit Badges are Available This Summer
Kayaking
This Merit Badge will help scouts learn the skills and techniques to
successfully operate a Kayak on quiet water without significant waves or
current. The boats should be hard-shell kayaks with large, open cockpits
from which the Scout can easily perform a wet exit, or be sit-on-tops or
inflatables. Scouts will learn about the care and maintenance of different
types of kayaks; paddling skills; safety equipment, procedures and rescue
skills; and related skills such as knot tying, first-aid and more.
Earning the Kayaking merit badge can help prepare a Scout for paddling on moving water, but
t does not constitute the special training required to participate in a whitewater activity. This
merit badge can be earned concurrently with the Kayaking BSA Award but earning one does
not automatically qualify the Scout as earning the other.
It is recommended that Kayaking merit badge counselors have formal training in kayaking and
paddle craft instruction. Qualifying certification currently includes Aquatics Instructors BSA,
BSA Paddle craft Safety instructors-Kayaking, American Canoe Association Kayaking
instructors, British Canoe Union Kayaking coaches, and American Red Cross Kayaking
instructors. Check with your advancement committee for full details.
Search & Rescue
Every year, thousands of people who were reported missing are saved by
specialized search and rescue (SAR) teams. With high-tech navigation tools
readily available, many people are able to self-evacuate from remote areas.
But the critical skills of SAR are still essential to saving lives.
The Search and Rescue Merit Badge will teach Scouts differences between a
search and rescue. A search is where trained searchers locate, access,
stabilize, and transport a lost person to safety. A rescue is an emergency situation where the
person’s location is known but he or she must be removed from danger and returned to safety.
Scouts will learn the fundamentals of search and rescue, but the badge will not qualify a young
person as a trained searcher, and should never attempt a search or rescue on their own.
To meet the requirements of the Search and Rescue merit badge, Scouts must complete a series of
nine requirements relating to SAR fundamentals such as:
■The process and safety methods of working around specialized teams such as aircraft,
canine, and aquatic rescue teams
■Identifying differences between search and rescue environments, such as coastal,
wilder ness, rural, and urban landscapes
■Determining when Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) and latitude and longitude
(Lat/Lon) should be used
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Community Service
Troop 140 on-call to help their “Adopted School
Most Adopt-A-School projects are planned ahead, but for Troop 140 in Middletown a chance to help with a
Spring Clean-Up came out the blue with a call from the Principal of the Fairview Elementary School. The
School was planning a clean-up but were short on volunteers. One phone call to Troop 140 and they had nine
scouts and nine adults ready to lend a hand. They spent nearly three hours weeding and mulching the front of
the school, the Indian Burial Ground and Mr. Falvo’s Reading Garden area. This is the Thank You e-mail the
Troop received.
Good Morning,
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for helping maintain the grounds at Fairview.
Your dedication and willingness to donate your time is greatly appreciated. Such a display of volunteerism is
one of the many things that makes the Fairview community so special.
Thanks again!
Matt Kirkpatrick
Principal, Fairview
Scouts Brave Weather on Earth Day
The Annual Pride in Eatontown Spring Cleanup was
postponed due to a northeaster that blew into town,
but a group of Scouts went ahead with their
assignment in spite of the wet, windy downpour.
Under the leadership of Eileen Ferrugia, Scouts from
Cub Pack 52, Boy Scout Troop 49, as well as Daisies
and Jr. Girl Scouts, with their drenched parents,
braved the rain and turned out to remove litter from
80 Acres Park. They filled eleven trash bags with
litter. The Eatontown Mayor and Borough Council
presented certificates to the Scouts for their efforts.
Pack 3 Assists Chartered Partner
More than 20 Scouts and volunteers from Pack 3
in Little Silver, helped with the annual Spring
Cleanup at Embury Methodist Church, their
chartered organization.
They picked up a lot of garbage throughout the
grounds, weeded many gardens and mulched them
as well. The day was a great success for everyone.
The Reverend Kyewoon Choi sent the following
letter:
“We the people of Embury would like to express
our sincere appreciation for your recent clean-up
of Embury sanctuary and surroundings.
Our cemetery and the front of the church and the
parsonage look much nicer and cleaner than before. Please convey our thanks to all the troop members and
their families.”
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Training Update
District Training Chairs
Council Training Chairman:
Ken Bonnell
[email protected]
Twin Lights District:
Sandy Byard
[email protected]
Changes in Leader Training Requirements
In support of the council’s new 2012-2017 Strategic Plan, the Executive Board of the Monmouth Council has
approved and announced new training requirements for top unit leaders.
Cub Scout Leaders
Beginning in December 2012 any pack that re-charters must have their Cubmaster, Den Leaders and
registered assistants completely trained. To be considered trained, these positions must have completed
Leaders Specific and Youth Protection Training. All of these courses can be completed online or by attending
the respective course. Webelos Den Leaders must also complete Webelos Leader Outdoor Training by
December 2013.
Boy Scout & Venturing Crew Leaders
Beginning in December 2013 any troop or crew that re-charters must have their Scoutmaster/ Crew Advisor
completely trained. To be considered trained these positions must have completed Leader Specific,
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) for all troops and only crews which have an outdoor program,
and appropriate Youth Protection Training. If a Scoutmaster has completed Scoutmastership Fundamentals
prior to September 2001, he or she will be considered trained.
Beginning in December 2014 any troop or crew that re-charters must have their Assistant Scoutmasters and
Associate Advisors completely trained. To be considered trained, an Assistant Scoutmaster/Associate Advisor
must have completed Leader Specific Training, IOLS (if the crew has an outdoor program), and appropriate
Youth Protection Training.
Committee Members & Non Direct Contact Leaders
Beginning in December 2014 any unit that re-charters must have all non direct-contact leaders, including
Committee Chairs and Committee Members, completely trained. To be considered trained these positions
must have completed Pack/Troop Committee Training and Youth Protection Training.
New Leaders
If a new unit leader is recruited prior to that unit’s re-charter date, an appropriate period of time will be
allowed for the leader to complete his/her training.
This is the council’s next step in moving towards the vision of “every youth member deserves a trained
leader.” By having a trained leader, the quality of the unit’s program will excel and benefit the Scouting
experience for all.
Website: http://www.monmouthbsa.org/Council/Committees/Training
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New Tour Plan Information
New and Improved BSA On-line Tour Plan
The new version of the Tour and Activity Plan required for outings by Scout units is now available on
www.myscouting.org.
There are many benefits to the new Tour and Activity Plan:
1. The online version is much easier to use.
2. Retains all information on Vehicles, Drivers and Training so you don’t need to re-enter every time.
3. Retains copies of Tour Plans (created starting with the new system) so you can just alter dates and names
as needed for future trips to the same location.
4. Provides immediate alerts if there are problems or discrepancies and shows what to do to fix them.
5. Provides a link to the online training section, so if you are missing a training you can
complete that training immediately.
IMPORTANT: Paper tour plans will be phased out by August 1, 2012. All Tour plans submitted after
this date must be done online through this new process.
NOTE: Tour and Activity Plans are no longer approved or denied by Council. Once you have completed the
plan online and make the necessary corrections, just submit and print the plan. Your Tour and Activity Plan
ID Number will be located in the upper right hand corner of the page.
Questions? Contact Marjorie Ramirez at Council, 732-536-2347 ext. 10, [email protected]
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Scout Adventures
Boy Scout Troop 101 in Morganville had an amazing trip to
Ten Mile River. The Scouts got a chance to test their
marksmanship skills, hike the trails, witness the beauty of
Crystal Lake, and they got a unique opportunity to investigate
a tree felled by a beaver!
Tribute Fund Gifts
In memory of William M. Kinney
Council Commissioner & Council President
Silver Beaver & Silver Antelope from
Albert Aszman
Laurie Kamaiko, Edwards Wildman
Nancy Pasley
Laura A Taylor
Linda Grasso Jones
Dennis & Kathy Haver
Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Patricia A.Williams
In honor of Carl Gross on Father’s Day
From Helena M. Martone
In memory of Joseph Klepner
Father of Rob Klepner, Grandfather of Andrew Klepner
From George & Margaret Putykewycz
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Battleground District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
District Commissioner
District Executive
Bill Sauer
Thom Ritchie
Kathleen Picciano
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Upcoming District Dates:
District Roundtable Meetings: (for all volunteers) First Thursday of each month, 8 p.m. LDS Church,
136 Wemrock Rd. Freehold.
District Commissioner Meetings: First Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. @ Thom Ritchie’s home
District Committee Meetings: Fourth Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m.@ the Scout Service Center.
Council Camporee: Oct. 4 – 6 ( for everyone) @ Quail Hill Scout Camp Pumpkin Chuckin’
Special Acknowledgements to top volunteers in the District
On June 7, Battleground volunteers were recognized for the outstanding support and dedication to Scouting.
The Cubmasters, Scoutmasters, Den leaders, and Committee Chairs who lead our units are especially thanked
for leading a quality program to our youth. Congratulations to the recipients selected by their peers for the
Unit Heart Award. The three individuals who earned the highest award on a district level include: Richard
Kelly, Terri Ostovich, and Bruce Junge Battleground’s 2012 District Award of Merit recipients. They
were recognized for their outstanding service at the district level.
Program: When planning the unit’s yearly program don’t forget to plan to attend the Council October
Pumpkin Chuckin’ on Oct. 4, 5, and 6 at Quail Hill Scout Reservation. The 2013 Winterburg on Jan 25, at
Forestburg, the Klondike Derby for Webelos Scouts and Boy Scouts on Feb. 9, at Quail Hill Scout Camp.
Also, plan to attend the upcoming trainings.
Membership Impact- Monmouth Council takes great pride in having a 77% membership retention rate which
is the 9th highest in the Nation. This means our Packs, Troops, and Crew have quality programs that makes
scouts want to stay in the program. Most of our units operate year round and also invite boys to join year
round. Promotional flyers will be made and copied upon request. A personal invitational card is also
available that boys can give to every boy in their class, on the bus, and in the neighborhood. Any scout who
recruits another boy to join scouts will receive a ‘recruiter’ patch. This is great method especially for those
schools who only allow electronic flyers. Now is the time to prepare for inviting especially the graduating
Kindergarteners and the Webelos II crossovers. Does your Pack/Troop have Den Chiefs? This is one of the
most important leadership positions.
What each Pack needs to prepare now: Arrange the date for your Back to School night and Join Scouting
night. Submit the flyer request form at your earliest convenience. Plan to have someone attend the Ice Cream
Social/ Fall membership meeting August 29 at the Scout
***Do You Have This Patch?***
Service Center 7 p.m.
Attention Scouters:
Friends of Scouting (FOS)
A dedicated Battleground Scout family that
collects patches is missing this patch:
Congratulations to the following units for achieving their
BG
District KLONDIKE DERBY 1995
2012 Friends of Scouting unit goal:
They have all other patches’ from
Packs: 85, 108, 158
1969 - 2012. If you have this patch and
wouldn’t mind parting with it, please call:
Troops: 13, 155, 157, 290, 300, 358, 434,
Kathleen Picciano @ 732-536-2347
Crews: 85 and 558
Or email: [email protected]
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Battleground District Good Scout Award
A very successful Western Monmouth “Good Scout Award”
Reception was held on May 31st at the lovely South Gate Manor,
Freehold. Jack Aaronson of Manalapan Township and Owner of
All Jersey Janitorial Service, Freehold and other businesses
which include 33 East Car Wash, C. Bentley’s Car Wash and
Sinatra Classic Auto Sales. He was recognized as the 2012
“Good Scout” for his distinguished record of community service,
participating citizenship, and volunteer work.
Jack Aaronson and Bob McGirr
Jack received a proclamation from the
Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders
The committee members (pictured below) consisting of:
Honorable Anthony J Ammiano, Bob McGirr,
Jack Aaronson, Maureen Meyers, Peter LaFrance, Esq,
Bill Mehr, Esq., Honorable M Claire French, Barbara Wright,
Richard Gatto, Sheriff Shaun Golden, Bob Stolte,
Richard Kelly, Jay McGovern, Jr., Mark Lamhut, and
Annmarie Howley worked for months to ensure a successful
event. A total of $27,775 was raised in community donations
to support scouting in Monmouth County.
Scouts from Troop 155 in Freehold conducted
the opening flag ceremony
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Pinewood Derby
Pinewood Derby a Continued Tradition
By Monica Nardone, Cub Scout Pack 116 Millstone
Weeks and even months of planning culminated in an annual rite of passage for many Millstone Township
Cub Scouts. The Pinewood Derby, an event looked forward to with much anticipation for many, was held at
Wagner Farm Park. Screams and shouts of joy in the spirit of sportsmanship were mixed with the occasional
tear as boys from ages 6 to 11 watched with anticipation their creations race down an inclined track and cross
the finish line.
This year’s derby didn’t disappoint as cars ranging from the unusual to the more conservative raced to
compete for the coveted trophy, bragging rights, and the chance to move onto districts. Realistic army tanks,
fearsome sharks and super vehicles raced along side other more traditional racecar like designs.
A new addition to this year’s event was “Phil’s Pit Stop” a much-welcomed opportunity for scouts and their
partners to make some last minute design changes in order to be race worthy. Run by Cub Scout leader
Phil Danze, the pit and its crew worked tirelessly to make certain each scout qualified under the strict rules
and regulations set forth by the district.
Started in 1953 in Manhattan Beach, California by cubmaster Don Murphy, the derby quickly caught on like
wildfire and has become the much-anticipated event it is today. Boys are challenged to create a vehicle out of
a simple block of pine, 4 nails and 4 wheels in order to complete with fellow Scouts in the hopes of becoming
Derby Champion. Bragging rites follow each winner as memories of past victories can be heard relayed by
fathers to sons.
As if the excitement of this year’s event couldn’t get any more intense, a years old track record was finally
broken by Robbie VanErem, a Webelos II scout in his final year of competition, with a time of 3.698 seconds.
The following four Pack 116 winners went on to the District Championship race: Tiger Joseph Forte,
Wolf Aidan Saxton, Bear Sean Whalen, Webelos I Andrew Raccuglia, and Webelos II Robby Van Erem.
Two of our Scouts placed at the District Championship Race: Andrew Raccuglia won first place in the
Webelos I division, and Robert Van Erem took second place in the Webelos II division.
A big congratulations goes out to all of the scouts and their partners for all of their hard work and effort.
An enjoyable time was had by all, with dreams and visions of next year’s cars and event already in mind.
Pack 116 winners: Andrew Raccuglia, John Nazzaro, Philip Danze, Luke DePinho, Manny Papaterpou
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Thunderbird District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
District Commissioner
District Executive
Mike Golub
732-618-2321
Don Patterson
732- 918-6613
Chris Quakenbush 732-536-2347
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
District Dates at a Glance
 District Roundtable Meetings: First Monday of each Month, 7 p.m., Memorial Methodist Church 101
West Sylvania Ave. Neptune City. Please join us for a Roundtable, all parents and volunteers are welcome.
Sept. 10, (Note change from 1st Monday), Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6,
June 3 Awards Picnic, volunteer appreciation- Wanamassa Fireman’s Field.

Commissioner’s Meeting: First Monday of each Month, 6 p.m., Memorial Methodist Church 101 West
Sylvania Ave. Neptune City, Immediately before the Roundtable meeting.

District Committee Meeting: Third Monday of the month, 7 p.m. Brookside School, 2135 Hwy 35, Wall.
2012 – 2013 Thunderbird District Calendar
Boy Scout Council Wide Camporee Oct. 5-7, 2012, Quail Hill Scout Reservation
Cub Scout Council Wide Camporee Oct 6, 2012 Quail Hill Scout Reservation
Boy Scout Winterburg Jan. 18-20, 2013, Forestburg Scout Reservation
Boy Scout and Webelos Klondike Derby February 23, 2013 – Quail Hill Scout Reservation
Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Apr. 21, 2013, Monmouth Regional High School
Boy Scout Spring Camporee May 10-12, 2013 – Location TBA
District Annual Dinner (Picnic) June 3, 2013, Wanamassa Fireman’s Field, Ocean
Congratulations Thunderbird District Scouters
The Thunderbird District Salutes Allen Hirsh for his years of Service as District Commissioner
and welcomes our new District Commissioner, Don Patterson.
2012 District Award of Merit Recipients
Jerry H. Bolger
Dona M.Coffey
Charles A. Spitz, AIA
2012 Cubmaster of the Year
Don Patterson, Pack 143
2012 Scoutmaster of the Year
Jack Tobin, Troop 63
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Thunderbird Good Scout Reception
Southern Monmouth Good Scout Reception a Resounding Success
On April 26, four “Good Scouts”
were honored at The Spring Lake
Manor, where they received the
coveted “Golden Thunderbird
Award” whose namesake
originates from the Thunderbird
District of Monmouth Council Boy
Scouts of America.
The Thunderbird District is the
area in Monmouth County from
Eatontown at the northern end,
down to Brielle at the southern
end, and Wall Twp. on the
western side.
Two “Good Scouts” were chosen
from the local community;
Kathy Ellis & Ken Pringle from
Belmar, and two “Good Scouts”
were chosen from the Scouting
Community; long time Scouters
Don Brockel & Ken Brockel.
These Good Scouts were chosen
because of their outstanding
contributions to both Scouting and the community, as well as representing the core values of Scouting as
spelled out in the Scout Oath & Law.
The reception also raised over $20,000 for the Thunderbird District and Monmouth Council BSA. This was
the 4th Annual Southern Monmouth Good Scout Reception, and it broke all records for both attendance (144),
as well as funds raised through ticket sales, ad journal sponsors and a gift basket auction which featured over
45 baskets —so that many of the attendees also went home winners!
Ken Pringle is the former mayor of Belmar and a senior partner in the law firm Pringle Quinn Anzano, PC.
Kathy Ellis is the Executive VP and COO of New Jersey Natural Gas Co.. Ken & Kathy’s son K.J. Pringle
is an Eagle Scout.
Don Brockel is currently Scoutmaster of Troop 71 Oakhurst, an Eagle Scout, as well as having achieved the
Vigil Honor of the Order of the Arrow.
Ken Brockel (brother to Don), is also a veteran of Troop 71, earning his Eagle Scout award there, and has
been to Forestburg Scout Reservation every year since the camp opened in 1956. Ken currently serves as a
member of Forestburg’s Technology Center Summer Camp Staff. The Southern Monmouth Good Scout
Reception was also honored to have Adam Puharic for the fourth year in a row as the Master of Ceremonies
for the event. Adam is Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 194, Wall Twp. Sponsored by the Old Mill School.
Special thanks also go out to Good Scout Committee member and Thunderbird District Chairman Mike Golub
who donated many of the Gift Baskets and also provided inspiration to the Committee!
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Thunderbird District Commissioner’s Minute
Don Patterson takes the helm as the new Thunderbird District Commissioner
Salutations Thunderbird Scouts, Scouters and Parents,
In my first message as the new Thunderbird District Commissioner, I want to say
hearty "Thank You" to outgoing District Commissioner Allen Hirsh. I also would
like to extend my appreciation to Allen and to all of the Unit Commissioners, for
their dedication to the Scouting program and to all of the youth involved.
The District is fortunate that Allen will still serve as a Commissioner and his
expertise and his experience will be put to good use.
To all of the Scouts and Parents, I would like to say Get Outside! Scouting is "Outing" and the summer
months are perfect for being a Scout. If you are planning Den, Pack, Troop or Crew activities, remember that
Monmouth Council has two gems in Quail Hill Scout Reservation and Forestburg Scout Reservation to
explore and utilize. Ranger Adam Shumard, Ranger George Kaiser and the support committees and volunteers
keep our camps in top shape, so use them!
Monmouth County and the State of New Jersey have wonderful parks to explore and discover which are great
for Den or Patrol activities. Local minor league ball teams host Scout Nights, and numerous local, county and
state fairs provide an opportunity to get outside and show the positive side of Scouting to the community.
Keep on the lookout for volunteer and community service opportunities, and remember to keep your Journey
to Excellence updated with your summer activates.
Please remember that Safety is paramount, and to consult the Guide to Safe Scouting for any questions
pertaining to what is appropriate. Lazy summer days also provide an opportunity for Scouters to review their
online training. Remember that our Cub Scout leaders have training requirements to be accomplished prior to
re-chartering in 2013.
I look forward to meeting all of the Scout Leaders in Thunderbird District, and I ask you to help support one
another. Lets ensure that all of our units have a strong program.
Scouting is alive and well in Thunderbird District!
Contact me anytime with questions, concerns or problems.
Yours in Scouting.
Don Patterson
Thunderbird District Commissioner
Monmouth Council, BSA
[email protected]
Home: (732) 918-6613
Don and his son Nicholas at the OA Pow Wow in June.
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Thunderbird Commissioner’s Corner
Successful Scouting happens when your program is year-round!
We are so fortunate that Monmouth Council has beaches, parks, historical areas and activities
that can make your summer so fun-filled that September recruiting will be an easy chore!
Here are some time-tested ideas for keeping the momentum going and your program alive: Summer doesn’t
have to be just a summer camp experience.
1. Beach get-together with a sand-castle building contest, ball toss, hot dogs, ice cream
2. Blue Claws Scout night game and sleep-over
3. Week-end camping at Quail Hill; work on the outdoor merit badges
4. Day hike or overnight camping at Allaire State Park
5. Overnight camping - many parks in the area offer great camping facilities
6. BBQ or picnic and Den soft-ball game at Fireman’s Field @ Oakhurst or Wanamassa
7. Overnight camping on the deck of the USS New Jersey @ Camden - earn American Heritage merit
badge
8. NJ Aquarium @ Camden River front - earn Marine Life merit badge
9. Trip to Philadelphia historical area - earn American Heritage merit badge
10. Miniature Golf Competition and Ice Cream Social @ Bradley Beach Golf
11. Pizza and video party
12. Day-hike and tour of the Monmouth Battlefield, Freehold; Hiking merit badge
Walk the Bloodied Ground- the Hedgerow & Parsonage trails
(see schedule http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/monbat_calendar.htm
13. Rock-Climbing at the Scout Service Center- earn Climbing merit badge
14. Camp at Forestburg – earn Archery & Rifle Shooting merit badges
15. Swim Party at the Jewish Community Center or YMCA - earn Swimming merit badge
16. Train trip to Point Pleasant - hike to beach for lunch & ocean swim
17. Bowling & Pizza Party
18. Have each den/patrol make a video of its activities for future Blue & Gold Dinner or Court of Honor
programs 15 minutes in length - earn Cinematography merit badge
Have a great Scouting summer!
Allen Hirsch, Immediate Past Thunderbird District Commissioner
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Scout Adventures
Boy Scout Troop 110 Takes Boston’s Freedom Trail
by Mike DeSocio
Venturing farther out of their usual camping radius, the boy
scouts of Lincroft Troop 110 traveled to Boston to hike the
Freedom Trail in April. After the long drive up on Friday,
the troop stayed at the Sayre Reservation, which is located
just outside of Boston, to camp for the night. Early the next
morning, the boys in the troop packed their day packs,
drove to the train station, and traveled to downtown
Boston to begin the Freedom Trail.
The first stop on their journey was the Massachusetts
State House, which is located on the Boston Commons.
Early on in the hike, the troop stopped at the New
England Aquarium, where they also had lunch. Scouts
were able to enjoy the sights of sea turtles and other fish, and also
had the opportunity to pet live stingrays.
Continuing on the trail, scouts stopped at sights such as Fanueil Hall, Paul Revere's House,
and the Old North Church. Once the downtown Boston portion of the trail was completed, scouts crossed
the river and headed to Charlestown. Scouts toured the U.S.S. Constitution, which is the world's oldest warship still
afloat, and is still commissioned in
the U.S. Navy. Also, in the same
shipyard, scouts toured the U.S.S.
Cassin Young, a Fletcher-class
destroyer.
Rounding out their eight-mile
journey for the day, the final stop on
the trail was historic Bunker Hill.
Although the monument was closed,
scouts still enjoyed the sights and
the view of Boston across the river.
In addition to their Boston
adventures, the scouts traveled to
Connecticut on Sunday to visit the
New England Air Museum on
their way back to New Jersey.
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Twin Lights District Update
District Key 3
District Chair
Linda Hassler
District Commissioner
John Popovich
District Executive
Stacey Ehling
Website: www.TwinLightsDistrict.org
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
2012 District Calendar
 District Committee Meetings: Fourth Monday of the month
(August through June), 7:30 p.m., N.J. Blind Citizens Assoc.
(Camp Happiness), 18 Burlington Ave., Leonardo. 8/27, 9/24,
10/22, 11/26, 12/17, 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 4/22, 5/27, 6/24
 Round Tables: First Monday of the month (September
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***Mark Your Calendar***
2013 District Events
January 19 - Klondike Derby
February 15-17 - Winterburg
April 14 - Pinewood Derby
April 25 - Volunteer Recognition Dinner
June 9 - Trail of the Pioneers
October 11-13 - TL Fall Camporee
through June) 7:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 247 Broad
St. Red Bank. 9/10, 10/1, 11/5, 12/3, 1/7, 2/4, 3/4, 4/1, 5/6, 6/3
District Commissioner Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., New Monmouth Baptist Church,
4 Cherry Tree Farm Rd., Middletown. 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6, 1/3, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, 5/2, 6/6
Twin Lights Popcorn Training/Kick-Off: Thursday, Aug. 9, 7 p.m. United Methodist Church, Red Bank.
Ice Cream Social/Fall Round-Up Kick-Off: Wednesday, August 29, 7 p.m., Council Service Center
Join Scouts Night Event & Twin Lights District Fundraiser: Tuesday, September 18, 4-10 p.m., Keyport IHOP, Rt. 36, Keyport. We will have recruitment tables and IHOP donates 10% of proceeds to the
District. Want to staff a table? Contact Stacey or Mike Maier.
Hello Twin Lights Scouters! Thank you so much for all your dedication and hard work both as
committee members and as volunteers in the District -You are what makes our district GREAT!
Enjoy the summer but before you head out to the beach, here are some District Highlights:
Finance: Great job so far Scouters!! We are at 96% of our Friends of Scouting goal with pledges from 49 of
our 62 Scouting units! So far we have raised $61,061 of our goal of $63,000. Let’s make and exceed our
goal! If your unit hasn’t planned a FOS presentation, please contact Linda or Stacey to make arrangements for
Fall. Congratulations to all our Units who have achieved their goals (see page 12)
Membership: We need more scouts! We currently have 2,270 Scouts (1,224 Cub Scouts, 1,013 Boy Scouts,
33 Venturing), but are down more than 100 from this time last year. Please check your rosters and make sure
all your scouts are registered! To get a jump on Fall recruitment make sure to:
1. Select your Unit Membership Coordinator - This can be a parent or leader who will work with Council to
make sure you get all the support and materials you need for Fall recruitment.
2. Set your Fall recruitment dates now and get your school recruitment flyer information to council.
3. Attend the Ice Cream Social on Aug. 29 for all the latest info and materials.
District Committee News: During our Annual meeting in April, we elected several new members and
appointed some current members to leadership positions. Welcome and “Thank You” for stepping up to help
our District: John Popovich is our new District Commissioner; Vice Chairmen are Matthew Kaufman and
John Kilduf; Al Lenehan Religious Awards Chair; Finance Chair Rose Ann Lloyd; FOS Chair Rita Das;
Community FOS Chair Patrick Chanod; Justin McMullen Finance committee member; Ken Bonnell, District
Committee Member at Large. Activities and Camping Chair positions are pending approval at the August
meeting. REMINDER: All District Committee members need to fill out a separate application to be a
registered member —you won’t have to pay a fee if your are already registered with a unit or as a
commissioner. Please do so by September 1 and turn in your current Youth Protection certificate.
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Twin Lights District Update
District Recognition and Awards Dinner was held April 26, at Yesterday’s in Hazlet.
Over 105 people (largest ever) enjoyed a wonderful meal, fellowship and fun.
Dozens of awards were presented to our Scouters for
training, leadership and accomplishments including
24 Beacon Awards which recognize volunteers for
outstanding contributions to their units.
Veterans Awards Recipients:
60 - Michael Wyman 45 - Joan Wyman
40 - Denis Longo
15 - Matthew Santoro
10 - Thomas Santoro, Jr. and Brian DeShong
Special District Award Recipients:
 George Engeldrum Award - Tom Santoro
 Good Scouter Award - John Kilduff
 Silver Scout Award - John Guaragno
District Award of Merit Recipients: (pictured left to right):
 Michael Tucker, Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 92
 Kenneth Farmer, District Advancement Chair, Committee Chair Pack & Troop 134, District Committee
 Daniel J. Dunn, Unit Commissioner and District Committee member
Special Thanks to Dinner Chair Matthew Kaufman, DAM Awards Chair Sandy Matthew-Reisig, and Master
of Ceremonies Tom Santoro for all their hard work.
District Pinewood Derby was held April 15 at the VFW Hall, Port Monmouth. Over 76 boys from 26 packs
raced their cars and parents enjoyed a fun filled racing day. Special Thanks to our Derby Chair Bill Avery and
to all our volunteers for helping to make this day a great success: Will Purcell, Ray and Nick Bayshore, Bill
Lindgren, Bill Bishop, Dolores and Vinny Heller, Lori Zinneman, Troy Burnley, Giselle and Stephen
Burnley, Chris Irwin, Laura Simokis, Karen Saad, Ed Berde, Kevin Larson, Frank Wroblewski, Sean Levens.
Congratulations Twin Lights District Pinewood Derby Winners:
Tiger: 1st - Bradley Berde, P66; 2nd - Andrew Ruggeri, P205; 3rd - Jonathaun Lauria, P11
Wolf: 1st - Jacob Irwin, P205; 2nd - Dante Valer, P131; 3rd - Robert Gray, P11
Bear: 1st - Daniel Aliprandi, P210; 2nd - Timothy Smyth, P124; 3rd - Alex Nelson, P142
Webelos: 1st - Danny Lewis, P240; 2nd - Ethan Chan, P210; 3rd - Colin Gray, P127
Fastest Car: Daniel Aliprandi Car 11 (2.4033)
The Trail of the Pioneers brought dozens of Cub Scouts to Quail Hill on June 10 for a day of challenges and
Scouting fun! (see photo collage page 39) Special thanks to Troops 137, 140, 134 and 122 for running the
stations, and special thanks to our Trail Governor Howie Steele, Bill Bishop, the Heller’s, the Wyman’s and
all our volunteers for their continued support and for making this a wonderful event for our Scouts!
The Overall Winners:
First Place: Pack 137, Webelos Den 7; Second Place: Pack 137, Wolf Den 1; Third Place: Pack 137 Bear Den 9
Division Winners:
Webelos: lst Place: Pack 137, Den 7 with 128 points; 2nd Place: Pack 137, Den 6 with 116 points;
3rd Place: Pack 261 (no den #) with 109 points
Bears: 1st Place: Pack 137, Den 9 with 124 points; 2nd Place: Pack 122, Den 3 with 122 points
Wolf: 1st Place: Pack 137, Den 1 with 126 points; 2nd Place: Pack 1, Den 1 with 117 points
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Twin Lights Good Scout Award
The 2012 Eastern Monmouth Good Scout Award was
presented to Richard R. Hough III, in May at the
picturesque Molly Pitcher Inn in Red Bank, N.J.
The Good Scout Award is presented annually to an
individual who exemplifies the ideals of the Boy Scouts
of America and demonstrates this commitment in their
daily lives as outlined in the Boy Scout Oath and Scout
Law. Recipients are chosen for outstanding contributions
to scouting and/or service and leadership to their
community.
“Rick,” an Eagle Scout and Scoutmaster of Troop 126 in
Little Silver, accepted the award in the presence of his family,
friends and members of his Troop. The evening was filled with
inspirational messages, funny Scouting stories and words of praise
for the tremendous impact that Rick has had on young people and
the Scouting program.
Rick with Scouts from Troop 126
Rick has mentored and motivated numerous Scouts as the
Scoutmaster of Troop 126. He is starting his second year as the
Council Popcorn Kernel, and has served as Chairman of the
Monmouth Council 100th Anniversary Committee. He is currently
President and Chief Operation Officer of Silvercrest Asset
Master of Ceremonies Paul Perfetto and Rick
Management Group LLC. and was the founding national
program director of the Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) which raised hundreds of millions of dollars to
provide pre-college scholarships to help low
and moderate income children attend private
or parochial schools.
Thanks to Rick, our Good Scout Committee
members and our generous event sponsors we
raised more than $37,000 for the Twin Lights
District and MCBSA, more than double our
District Goal!
Rick accepts the Good Scout Award with his family by his side.
Event Sponsors
Silvercrest Asset Management Group
Bingham McCutchen, LLP
JM Foundation
Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P.
Patrons
State Street Global Services
Beckett Fund for Religious Liberty
G. Moffett Cochran
Donors
Abdiel Capital, Peter Tobeason
David Taylor, Jr., Aaron Dorr
Michael Mavrides, Schwab
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The Trail of the Pioneers has been a Twin Lights tradition for
decades. Cub Scouts are challenged to use their Scout skills and
teamwork to complete a series of tasks at a dozen “towns” as they
“Go West.”
Scouts build and decorate a “covered wagon” filled with supplies
such as: aluminum pie plate, tennis ball, rope, matches, and a bucket
of water, that are needed to complete the tasks.
Some of the challenges include: building a 5-foot wall with cans (1);
making a bridge using only a few wooden planks to cross the
Ohio River (2); building a fire (3); a land claim wagon race (4);
foraging for food using tennis balls as ammunition against buffalo and
other game (5); Crossing the Great Divide by navigating a slalom course blindfolded - by heeding the voice calls of teammates (6); and, panning for Gold
nuggets in California! (7)
(2)
(6)
(5)
(7)
(3)
(4)
(1)
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Scout Adventures
Cubs Scouts of Long Branch Pack 113 enjoyed a trip to the Elberon Branch of the Long Branch
Library on Saturday where they would be near the Elberon Railroad Station. They were interested in
trains and part of the visit was talking about that subject with their Leader, Mr. John Fleming.
(Reprinted from the Long Branch Patch.com)
Pack 364 in Keyport has adopted a section of the Henry Hudson Trail for their annual clean-up.
They were welcomed warmly by bikers and hikers who thanked them for cleaning up the trail.
They collected ten 40-gallon bags of trash!
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Fall Camporee Information
IT’S PUMPKIN CHUCKIN TIME!!
2012 Monmouth Council Fall Camporee
October 5 - 7, 2012, Quail Hill Scout Reservation
Boy Scout Camporee: Friday, Oct. 5 - Sunday, Oct. 7
Boy Scout activities planned for the event are: pumpkin chuckin
contest, ghoul guard gateway building competition, pumpkin carving contest, orienteering event, pumpkin derby, chili cook off, the great pumpkin
cook off, tomahawk throwing, camp fire and skits.
Cost: Boy Scouts $10 per person
Cub Scout Day: Saturday, October 6, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cub Scout activities planned for this event are: BB & Archery, scavenger
hunt, pumpkin decorating, pumpkin bowling, learn fire building
techniques, face painting and more. *Webelos are allowed to camp overnight Saturday if accompanied by a Boy Scout troop.
Cost: Cub Scouts $7 per person
PATCH DESIGN CONTEST WINNER:
Congratulations to Mike DeSocio, Eagle Scout, Troop 110 for
winning our Patch Design Contest! (Patch pictured to the right)
To register or for more information call
the Scout Service Center 732-536-2347
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Venturing
Venturing Shooting Sports Crew 85
Hello, we are Shooting Sports Crew 85. We are now over one year old and
we are the largest Venture Crew in Battleground District with 31 youth
members and growing. Why are we so big? The youth members are really
interested in shooting sports, and have lots of fun learning and shooting.
As a Venture Crew we shoot rifles, shotguns, high power rifles, archery, and
pistols. Venture Crews are allowed to shoot Pistols, but Boy Scouts are not.
We also offer the New Jersey Hunters Safety Course for shotgun, black
powder, and archery.
Venture Crew 85 also has over 15 adult registered members. These adults are
BSA trained and are trained NRA instructors for firearm safety. The most
important lesson taught and learned is SAFETY. The youth members are
given a 12 hour safety course before they shoot on the range. Adult leaders
are always on the range with the youth members, and they have as much enthusiasm for the program as the
Crew!
Crew 85 meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Robertsville Fire House on Route 520 in
Marlboro. We shoot on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. We have joined with Central Jersey Pistol and
Rifle Gun Club in Jackson, New Jersey and we shoot there year round. Part of the membership includes youth
membership to CJR&PC and unlimited ammunition. The Crew has also done shooting weekends at Forestburg
Scout Reservation and a shooting club in the Pine Barrens. Also in May, we chartered a fishing boat out of the
Amboys and went striper fishing at night.
Several of our Crew members participate in competitive shooting competitions and shoot 22 Rifle and Shotgun
(clay birds), and the military service rifle (300 yards, open sight, no scope). Lots of fun! In May we entered a
weekend shooting competition at Ten Mile River where trophies and awards were given to our top shooters.
Recently, we invited the Marlboro
Swat Team to our meeting. We had
the Marlboro and Manalapan
Exploring Posts there for the
presentation. The officers had each
youth’s full attention as each
Firearm was described in detail.
It was good to see all three youth
groups together (pictured right).
Give Venturing A “Shot”
Shooting Sports Crew 85
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesday
7-9 p.m.
Robertsville Fire House
Route 520, Marlboro
For Information Contact:
Crew Advisor Dennis Stack
(732)-972-6860
[email protected]
Venturing is a coed division of scouting for youth ages 14-21.
The program promotes outdoor adventure, builds character, develops
peer-to-peer bonds and promotes self confidence.
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Order Of The Arrow
Who Was That Sashed Man
Who are members of the Order of the Arrow?
What do members of the Order do?
Throughout the year, as you travel in scouting circles, you will probably come upon members of the
Order of the Arrow. You can often find us at a Pack Meeting. Or at an Eagle Court of Honor. Or at a
district-wide or council-wide outdoor / camping event. You may be able to spot us by the white sash
that we often have on. Yes, that’s us, the folks wearing the sash with the red arrow on the front.
We may not always be wearing a sash.
Sometimes we are wearing Native American regalia. Has your Pack held a Crossover ceremony to
celebrate the graduation of your Webelos II scouts? Well, that’s us. Each year, our teams visit over
fifty packs to conduct Arrow of Light and Crossover Ceremonies. Some weekends in late winter,
we may have as many as 7 or more scheduled ceremonies, with 3 separate teams out performing
ceremonies.
Or did you see us at Webelos Woods? That is us, too. In fact, we founded, sponsor and organize that
event. Typically 75-100 of our members staff the weekend to setup and deliver that program.
Did you visit the Battle of Monmouth Trail? It starts out at Quail Hill and takes you through some of
the important landmarks and sites of that historic event. That is us too. We built and maintain that
trail; as well as preparing and delivering the presentation to units and groups.
Or at an Eagle Court, presenting the Four Winds Ceremony. Yes, you bet, that is us!
Sometimes we wear an apron – and are behind the counter or stove at camp events.
Or just wear plain work clothes as we cheerfully provide service to the Council Camps.
Typically, we perform nearly 1000 hours of service at our camps each year.
Oh, also, we have raised and donated many thousands of dollars to our camps. In fact, over $50,000 in
the past ten years has gone directly to camp.
Did I mention, we are all volunteers. The youth that make up the core of the OA are all active in their
home troops. They participate in the OA in addition to those commitments. The adults generally have
other scouting roles, all within that 1 hour a week.
“Unselfish in service and devotion to the welfare of others”. This is ending phrase of our Obligation
(the OA Promise).
This is who we are… This is what we do.
Yours In Brotherhood,
Jerry Ceres
NaTsiHi Lodge Advisor
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Jewish Committee on Scouting
Shabbat 101
by Stanley Weinstein
Chairman, Jewish Committee on Scouting (JCOS)
The Sabbath (in Hebrew, Shabbat, pronounced shah-BAHT--or in some communities, Shabbos,
"SHAH-his") may be Judaism's most distinctive and characteristic practice, as well as one of its
most pervasive and long-lasting gifts to Western civilization. A weekly 25-hour observance,
from just before sundown each Friday through the completion of nightfall on Saturday, Shabbat
is more than just a day off from labor. It is a day of physical and spiritual delights that is meant to
illuminate certain key concepts in the traditional Jewish perception of the world.
Themes and Theology
Shabbat is portrayed in the Bible as the pinnacle of the creation of the universe, and its
observance can be seen as a reminder of the purposefulness of the world and the role of human
beings in it. Shabbat also serves as a memorial to God's act of rescuing the Israelites from slavery
in Egypt by setting aside a day for personal autonomy and freedom from the harsh demands of
labor. The traditional Shabbat is portrayed in Jewish liturgy, song, and story as a day of joy, a
sanctuary from travails, and even a foretaste of the perfected world that will someday be attained.
History and Development
Shabbat, like many important facets of Judaism, has its origins in the Torah, where it is most
notable as a day of complete cessation of labor. The prophetic tradition portrays it as a day of
pleasures as well. The Rabbis spelled out their understanding of forbidden "labor" in a complex
series of restrictions on productive activities of many sorts. They also prescribed festive meals and
ceremonies for every part of the day. The varieties of Shabbat observances and customs over the
ages and around the world illustrate the adaptation of Jews in many societies to new realities and
modern ideas.
At Home
One constant theme in Shabbat observance across time and territory is the centrality of home
life with family members and guests. Preparation for Shabbat begins early mid-week in some
households, and its arrival is marked by the spiritual illumination of a candle-lighting
ceremony. Rabbinic tradition mandates three Shabbat meals, two begun with a special
kiddush ("sanctification") recited over wine. Family meals are occasions for singing, studying, and celebrating together, as well as for consuming distinctive Shabbat foods.
In the Community
Shabbat observance in the. public sphere is focused on the synagogue, from the lively
welcoming service, Kabbalat Shabbat , to the pensive farewell ceremony, Havdalah. The daily
round of prayer services is augmented and endowed with a unique atmosphere. Special
melodies and liturgy are used and the familiar prayers are supplemented with passages of prose
and poetry extolling God for he divine gift of the Shabbat and its delights. At the major worship
service on Saturday morning a portion of the Torah is read aloud as part of a year-long cycle,
supplemented by a passage from one of the prophetic books (called a haftarah ).
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2013 National Scout Jamboree
Scouts and Venture Crew members still needed for Waiting List
The 2013 National Scout Jamboree will be held July 15-24, at the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout
Reserve, West Virginia. Experience whitewater rafting, zip-lining, rappelling, mountain biking, hiking, and
more! Join the 50,000 Scouts and Co-ed Venturing Crews who will be part of the "first" contingent to take
part in a Jamboree at the Summit.
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All three Jamboree Boy Scout Troops have already been filled - BUT we need Scouts to sign-up
for the waiting list. Just complete the application online, fill out the Monmouth Council paper
application and provide a $100 deposit to secure your place. Traditionally 10 percent of the spots will
open due to attrition so there is a good chance you can still go to Jamboree!
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The one Jamboree Venturing Crew we were assigned has been filled, but we need additional
Crew members or Scouts who meet the requirements for Crew membership to sign-up for the
waiting list since spots will open up due to attrition. This Crew still needs one adult female
Venturing leader. Just complete the application online, fill out the Monmouth Council paper
application and provide a $100 deposit to secure your place.
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A Possible Second Venturing Crew - If there is enough interest and we get approval from BSA we
may open a second crew of 8 slots, in which case we need two more adult leaders female or male.
If you are an interested Crew member or a Scout who meets Crew requirements sign-up today.
Just complete the application online, fill out the Monmouth Council paper application and provide a
$100 deposit to secure your place.
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Adult Leaders must complete the application online and fill out the Monmouth Council Adult paper
application. No deposit is required, but you need to meet with our Leader Selection Committee to be
approved.
The application process requires both youth and adults to apply through the Monmouth Council Jamboree
website FIRST then go to the National Jamboree website. Submit a paper application to Monmouth Council.
Directions and information about how to apply, links to the national website, information about fees and costs,
and to download application forms go to the Monmouth Council Jamboree Committee website:
http://jambo.monmouthbsa.com/2013/
For more information contact:
Jamboree Committee Chair Steven Buckley, [email protected]
or Chris Quakenbush, [email protected]
Recruit a Friend and
get this cool patch!
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Monmouth Council Eagle Scouts 2012
Class of 2012
As of June 15, 2012
Battleground
Theodore Apostle
Joseph Araujo
Kenneth Davis, II
Justin Eng
Matthew Ferrara
Christopher Friedman
Francis Giuffrida
John Guth
Joseph Guth
Andrew Klepner
Daniel Mahoney
Marc Masucci
Matthew Mazzotta
Michael Meiskin
Mark Minken
Joshua Nocks
Jesse Patten
Samuel Silverstein
Robert Strempek
Walter Wissler
Troop 18
Troop 157
Troop 290
Troop 18
Troop 155
Troop 86
Troop 86
Troop 155
Troop 155
Troop 86
Troop 18
Troop 434
Troop 157
Troop 434
Troop 157
Troop 13
Troop 85
Troop 434
Troop 258
Troop 18
Thunderbird
John Bazley
Jonathan Bogner
Kenneth Dioguardi
Adam Golub
Brian Havens
Eric Kosinski
Eric Kotsines
Steven Murdoch
Nicholas Ruding
Alexander Scott
Troop 145
Troop 49
Troop 82
Troop 333
Troop 70
Troop 82
Troop 71
Troop 63
Troop 82
Troop 70
Twin Lights
Jake Albers
Scott Blechman
Ryan Corbett
Andrew Csimbok
Joseph DiMaio
Robert Engel
John Farella
Christopher Farkouh
Russell Fong
Samuel Fowler
Daniel Fowler
Brian Fox
Brian George
Stephen Ham
John Hayes
James Hedges, IV
Gregory Kampfe
Kevin McNamara
Robert Medina
Alexander Milonas
Brandon Pagan
Joseph Perfetto
Bryan Pinsky
Daniel Reinert
Nicholas Tomasello
Joseph Trevett
Evan Tyler
Greg Weil
Patrick Witterschein
Kevin Woods
Troop 67
Troop 331
Troop 67
Troop 92
Troop 110
Troop 92
Troop 242
Troop 201
Troop 137
Troop 32
Troop 32
Troop 66
Troop 32
Troop 125
Troop 67
Troop 92
Troop 125.
Troop 131
Troop 142
Troop 531
Troop 122
Troop 126
Troop 124
Troop 242
Troop 66
Troop 122
Troop 50
Troop 110
Troop 125
Troop 140
Congratulations Eagle Scouts!
60 Eagle Scouts
As of June 15, 2012
12,556 Service Hours
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Volunteer Involvement Program (VIP)
Attention Scouters!
You can turn your “more than 1 hour a week” that you devote to scouting
into money to support Scouting in Monmouth County!
What is the VIP Program?
The Volunteer Involvement Program is an employer based incentive program created to encourage
employees to volunteer and “give back” to their communities.
How does it work?
Companies give donations to Monmouth Council based on the number of volunteer hours you give
to your scout unit: pack, troop, crew, post, district or council.
What do I have to do?
 Check with your company (and see partial list below) to see if they provide this type of program.
It may be listed under a different name.
 Sign-up with your company and follow the company guidelines and deadlines for submission
 Keep a log of your volunteer hours.
Can I give this money to my scouting unit?
No, but your donation will be credited to your pack as part of their Friends of Scouting campaign and
will count toward your units goal. Tax rules require the money go to a 501C-3 organization.
Here is a list of companies that participate in VIP programs:
Merck
Bank of America
Telecordia
Prudential
Deutsche Bank
PSE&G
Microsoft
Intel
Colgate Palmolive NRG Energy
Verizon
Bloomberg
ING
Dow Jones
Morgan Stanley
*Grant program
TD Bank
Bristol Myers
Squibb
Exxon/Mobil
McGraw Hill
Pfizer
Lincoln Financial
Group
Starbucks
Wells Fargo
Rohm & Haas
Company
Honeywell
To find out how to take advantage of this program contact:
Assistant Scout Executive Stephen Smith 732-536-2347 ext. 22, [email protected]
or your District Executive:
Twin Lights - Stacey Ehling, [email protected]
Battleground - Kathleen Picciano, [email protected]
Thunderbird - Chris Quakenbush, [email protected]
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