Narcoossee District November 2024 Newsletter

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Narcoossee District November 2024 Newsletter

Latest news and updates from the Narcoossee District of Central Florida Council BSA.<!–

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Warm congratulations to scouts in the Narcoossee District who have earned the Eagle rank in the last month!

Amelia Bruno, Troop 4148 
Penelope Rose Bruno, Troop 4148 
 

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The 2024 Narcoosee District Cub Scout Family Fun Day was a huge success! Over 500 Cub Scouts and family members participated in activities including shooting sports, bottle rockets, rain gutter regatta, crafts, bounce house, tug-o-war, interacting with our local fire department and SWAT team, and learning some first aid and camping basics. 

Kudos to the event coordinator—Antonio DeViva—and his amazing team of volunteer Scouts and Scouters. We are also grateful for event sponsors including Centerpointe Church (venue), RentAJumper (bounce houses), Mas Tec Communications Group (water bottles), Orlando Health (First Aid training), OC Fire Rescue (fire truck and crew), and Orange County Sheriff’s Office (SWAT vehicle and officers). 

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BSA Units from all programs are requested to record service hours in Scoutbook. This can be done by the Key 3 (CM, CC, COR), Advancement Chair, or someone officially designated as a Key 3 delegate in My.Scouting.org via Organization Manager. Only these positions have access to the Internet Advancement system in which the service hours are to be logged. 

Sign-in to Scoutbook, https://scoutbook.scouting.org/
Select ‘Internet Advancement’ from the menu. (Note: Only certain positions have access to the Internet Advancement system. If you don’t see ‘Internet Advancement’ you may not have access. See explanation above.)
Select all scouts who have completed a given service activity (checkmark on left of name)
Click ‘Record Progress’ (located on gray bar) and then ‘Service hours’ 
Identify the date of the service project on the calendar, then click ‘Create New Activity.’
Complete the fields for project information, location, and details. 
Indicate amount of participation hours using the ‘basic’ if everyone did the same number of hours. (Basic is usually good enough for cub scouts.) 

Scouts identified in step 3 are included already. 
Estimate number of non-registered participants (siblings and parents) in the fields that request that information.
To include registered leaders, click on ‘Add Person’ in the top right of this page and select the registered leaders’ names from the list. 

Click ‘Record and Finish.’ 

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We are looking for Troops and Packs to host a table representing a country for International Night at Narcoossee District’s November Roundtable on 11/21/24. You can share some snacks, candy, bite size food, facts, pictures.  Scouts can dress up and put information on a presentation board.  Goal is to spread International Awareness and share cultures. Tables will be provided for participating units. To avoid duplicate countries, please contact Mike Hockman 407-920-1884 to let him know the country your unit will represent. Adults if you have something to share or want to dress up, you can too.  Let’s all have fun together.

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The Central Florida Council Camporee that was scheduled February 7-9, 2025 has been canceled. Consequently, the Narcoossee District Webelos Woods is BACK ON for January 17-19, 2025. Narcoossee District is also working to plan a Spring Camporee event for Scouts BSA Troops. Stay tuned for details!

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Scouting America is transitioning away from the BSA Lifeguard certification program effective December 31, 2024. Moving forward, Scouting America will be partnering with well-established certifying agencies such as the American Red Cross, YMCA, StarGuard Elite, and Ellis & Associates to ensure local councils access to top-tier lifeguard training. As part of this transition, currently certified BSA Lifeguard Instructors and BSA Aquatics Instructors will have the option to participate in a crossover course to become American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructors, if they choose. More information HERE. 

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Effective 9/27/2024, all Scouts BSA troops, Venturing crews, and Sea Scout ships that provide unit-level sponsored/planned range and target activities must have at least one registered unit leader 21+ years of age take the Range Activity SAFEty online training available on my.scouting.org. This individual must be present at the range during the range and target activity(s). To access the updated training, log onto my.Scouting.org and search the catalog in the BSA Learn Center for “Range Activity SAFEty.” More information on BSA Range and Target activities and policies here: https://www.scouting.org/outdoor-programs/range-activities/

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Campfire S’mores Trail Mix is a fun scout craft to give as a gift or bring on a hike. 

Materials (for yield of 3.5 cups, fits perfect in 1 quart jar): 
– A container – 1 quart mason jar 
– Golden Grahams cereal – 1.5 cups
– Chocolate Chips – 1 cup
– Mini-marshmallows – 1 cup

Instructions: Have scouts scoop into their own bowl and mix, then place in container. Consider placing ingredients at multiple ‘stations’ so more scouts can participate at one time. 

Recipe Source: https://culdesaccool.com/2014/06/09/4-diy-trail-mix-gifts-in-a-jar-with-free-printable-labels/ *This website has other trail mix ideas too! 

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Narcoossee District 
11/9/24 Narcoossee District Merit Badge Academy at Keiser University
11/14/24 Narcoossee District Committee Meeting (Virtual)—November
11/16/24 – 11/17/24 Narcoossee District BALOO Training
11/21/24 Narcoossee District Round Table—November
12/5/24 Narcoossee District Commissioner & Committee Meeting (Virtual)
12/6/24 – 12/8/24 Narcoossee District Fall Camporee for Scouts BSA
12/12/24 Narcoossee District Roundtable—December (Note: 2nd Thursday)
1/9/25 Narcoossee District Commissioner & Committee Meeting
1/17/25 – 1/19/25 Narcoossee District Webelos Woods

Central Florida Council 
11/9/24 Scouting for Food Weekend 2 – Food Donation Pick-up
11/15/24 – 11/17/24 LNC The Beast is Back Campout (for Scouts BSA)
11/22/24 – 11/24/24 LNC Liger Growl (for Lion and Tiger scouts)
12/6/24 – 12/8/24 LNC Cub Holiday Weekend (1 of 2)
12/13/24 – 12/15/24 LNC Cub Holiday Weekend (2 of 2)
12/20/24 – 12/23/24 LNC Scouts BSA Winter Camp Session A
12/26/24 – 12/31/24 CFC National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) 
12/27/24 – 12/30/24 LNC Scouts BSA Winter Camp Session B
1/2/25 – 1/5/25 LNC Scouts BSA Winter Camp Session C

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Narcoossee District is hosting a Merit Badge Academy at Keiser University on Saturday, November 9th, 12-5:30pm. The 12:00pm start will allow scouts to support Scouting for Food in the morning and then head over to the MBA. Cost is $5. Registration deadline is 11/7. 

More information and class registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeDistrictMeritBadgeAcademy

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Narcoossee District is hosting BALOO training at Moss Park November 16-17, 2024 with Friday camping (before the training) available. BALOO stands for Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation. It’s designed to introduce Cub Scout leaders to BSA policies, skills, and ideas for planning and implementing a pack overnighter.The BSA requires that Cub Scout units have at least one BALOO-trained adult on every Cub Scout den or pack overnight outdoor event. So take advantage of this opportunity to increase your pack’s BALOO-trained leaders!

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcooseeDistrictBaloo

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We would like to invite you to the Narcoossee District Roundtable, which is typically be held on the third Thursday of every month at Centre Point Community Church (9580 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32825). Doors open for gathering at 6:30pm, and opening flag is at 7pm. Roundtable is a great way for Scout leaders to share ideas, network and get information about our Council and District. Ideally, every unit should try to have at least one leader attend every month so that you can take what you learn to your Units!

This month’s November Roundtable on 11/21/24 will feature “International Night“ to spread International Awareness and share cultures. Troops and Packs are invited to host a table representing a country. You can share some bite size food, facts, pictures, dress, etc. Tables will be provided for participating units. So we can avoid duplicate countries, please contact Mike Hockman 407-920-1884 to let him know the country your unit will represent. There will still be break-out meetings for Cub leaders, Scouts BSA/Venturing leaders, Comissioners, and OA members. 

If you have any announcements or messages you would like to present or convey at Roundtable, please contact Mike Hockman, Roundtable Chair, at mikehockman1@gmail.com

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When: December 6-8, 2024
Where: Moss Park (12901 Moss Park RD Orlando, FL 32832)
Hosted by Troops 617 and 4617 and Crew 617
 
Hello, Narcoossee District!  617 units are excited to host this year’s Narcoossee District Camporee!  The event will be the first weekend of December (December 6-8) at Moss Park in southeast Orlando.  We have an exciting Moana themed event planned.  Activities will be themed around characters and activities you will have seen in the movie – Capture the Coconut (a variation on Capture the Flag), Arrow Spears, Navigating with Maui , strength games and an obstacle course.  Plan ahead for a Polynesian inspired cookoff competition and bring your patrol’s best Hula or Haka dance for our closing campfire.  A full leaders guide will be available soon.  The event itself is no cost!, though troops will be on their own for meals. Registration will be through the council calendar; the registration link is coming soon. If you have questions, contact Aaron Sherman at aaron@theshermanfamily.net. 

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With cancelation of the Council Camporee, Narcoossee District has been cleared to hold its annual Webelos Woods event on January 17-19 for Webelos and AOL scouts and their families. During the day, scouts will participate in individual competitions, and team competitions, including a lash box derby (for units that bring a derby car to race). In the evening, patrols will present songs and skits at campfire, and Crew 911 will lead a flag retirement demonstrating multiple methods. This cost of this event is covered by the Council Program Fee (so no additional cost). Webelos and AOL patrols are, however, responsible for bringing and preparing their own meals. 

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeDistrictWebelosWoods

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Hello Brothers, 

This is a quick reminder that our next chapter meeting will be November 21st at Center Pointe Community Church starting at 7:15, we would love to see you there! We will be creating a kings cup (chapter display), to represent our chapter at lodge events. 

We are also nearing election season for those who are eligible to be candidates so please look out for communication from our Adviser and Chapter Chief for further information. Also please let us know if you are interested in being part of an election team. 

Lastly please join our band for quicker communication, this will be a great way to receive information, quickly contact Oussauna leadership, and connect with other brothers. Here is the link to join: 

https://band.us/n/acaeAfk7keQbf  

Thank you!  

Oussauna Chapter Leadership 

Thank you!! 

Adelina Morrison 

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The Beast
For Scouts BSA/Venturing
At Camp La-No-Che
November 15-17, 2024

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-TheBEASTFALL

Liger Growl 2024
For Lion and Tiger Scouts and their Families
At Camp La-No-Che
November 17-19, 2024

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-LigerGrowl

Cub Holiday 2024
For Cub Scouts and their Families
At Camp La-No-Che
Two weekends to choose from: Dec 6-8 or Dec 13-15

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-CubHoliday

Winter Camp 2024/2025
For Scouts BSA Youth, Venturers, Sea Scouts
At Camp La-No-Che
Three sessions this year: Dec 20-23, Dec 26-31, Jan 2-5

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-wintercamp

Winter National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
For Scouts BSA Youth, Venturers, Sea Scouts
At Camp La-No-Che
December 26-31, 2024

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NYLTwinter

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Did you know that Narcoossee District scouts/units are welcome to attend events hosted by districts throughout the Central Florida Council? Below are some of the upcoming events that your scouts/unit can register for today. And best of all, many of these events are included in the CFC Program Fee (so no additional cost). More information and registration for each event listed can be accessed through the council calendar at  https://www.cflscouting.org/calendar/

Cub Scouts
11/15/24 – 11/17/24 Riverside District Webelos Woods
11/15/24 – 11/17/24 Eagle Empire District Webelos Woods
11/15/24 – 11/17/24 Timiqua District Webelos Woods

Scouts BSA
12/06/24 – 12/08/24 Timiqua District Fall Camporee
12/06/24 – 12/08/24 Eagle Empire District Fall Camporee
12/06/24 – 12/08/24 Seminole District Fall Camporee

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Calling all scouts! You are invited to participate in a once in a lifetime opportunity at this years Pop-Tarts Bowl on Saturday, December 28, 2024 (3:30pm kick-off). We need your help in presenting the colors pre-game. Join us on the field, as they sing the National Anthem and you are part of the pageantry. 

Space is limited, so buy your tickets now. Tickets for Central Florida Council, Scouting America families start at only $35 for a lower bowl ticket. This is 40% off the price for regular tickets in that area. 

More information and tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/BSPT24

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BALOO and IOLS Training Opportunities

BALOO hosted by Narcoossee District
Sat. 11/16/24, 8:00am – Sun. 11/17/24, 12pm, Fri. night camping available
Moss Park in Orlando, FL
More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcooseeDistrictBaloo

BALOO & IOLS hosted by Lake District
Sat. 11/23/24, 8:00am – Sun. 11/24/24, 4pm
Camp La-No-Che
More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-LakeDistrictFallIOLSBALOO#

Leave No Trace Fall Trainer Course (Level 1) 
Fri. 11/08/24, 6:30pm – Sun. 11/10/24, 2:30pm
Camp La-No-Che

This BSA / Center for Outdoor Ethics Leave No Trace Trainer Course for registered adult leaders is designed to give participants an understanding of how to minimize impact when recreating outdoors and become better stewards of the land.

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-LNTFall

Wood Badge Advanced Leadership FOR ADULTS.

By taking Wood Badge, Scouters will acquire valuable tools such as listening, communicating, conflict management, project planning and leading change—skills that will make them a better Scout leader!
 
The Spring course dates are as follows:

-Virtual Orientation: Feb. 15, 2025, 10:00-11:00am, online
-Weekend 1: Feb. 28, 2025 – Mar. 2, 2025 @ Camp La-No-Che
-Weekend 2: Mar. 22-23, 2025 @ Camp La-No-Che

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-87143

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With Lynette Dukes’ retirement, some responsibilities have shifted around at the Central Florida Council office….

Eagle Scout applications, Venturing Summit applications, and Meritorious Award applications should now be directed to Lilly Bruno, Lilly.Bruno@cflscouting.org. 

Nova and Supernova Award applications should now be directed to Theresa Martinez, osceoladvancementchair@gmail.com, and Mac Griffith, mac.griffith@cflscouting.org.

SCOUTS BSA LEADERS, PLEASE NOTE: 
After a scout’s Eagle Board of Review (EBOR) is complete, units should NOT record the date of the Eagle Board of Review Rank achievement in Scoutbook, as it delays the certification process with national.  

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Stan Richards and Theresa Martinez are leading the Narcoossee District Eagle Advancement Team. If you have Eagle Advancement questions or requests, you have the option to contact either one of them. However, generally speaking, Stan is taking the lead for units geographically located in Orange County, and Theresa is taking the lead for units geographically located in Osceola County. You can contact Stan Richards at scouterstan@gmail.com and Theresa Martinez at osceoladvancementchair@gmail.com.

Please note the following information for Life scouts working on their Eagle Rank:

1. The Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook was last updated in February 2023. Please make sure you are using the 2023A version when you submit your workbook for district review. The 2023A version of the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook PDF can be downloaded from the National website at:
https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/eagle-scout-workbook/

2. Life scouts who are ready for their Eagle Project Workbook review and District approvals have the option of personally meeting with a District Advancement team member by appointment. The Life Scout can still opt to submit and receive feedback electronically, if preferred. But in some cases, a short in-person meeting will still be needed for signatures. 

3. Dr. Phillips Charities has established a matching grant fund at the Central Florida Council to which Eagle Scout candidates may apply for partial assistance to fund their Eagle Scout Service project. Only projects located in Orange, Osceola & Seminole counties will be considered for approval. For more information and application: https://www.cflscouting.org/dr-phillips-charities-eagle-service-project-grant-application/

 4. Eagle Boards of Review (EBOR) will be held by appointment at a location coordinated by the District. The Eagle Scout Candidate should contact Stan Richards or Theresa Martinez for further guidance on how to proceed, which may or may not entail the Troops obtaining their own representatives for their EBOR. 

5. After the EBOR is complete, units should NOT record the date of the Eagle Board of Review Rank achievement, as it delays the certification process with national.  

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Michelle Adamick is the Narcoossee District Merit Badge/Nova/SuperNova Coordinator. All requests to become a Merit Badge Counselor or Nova/SuperNova mentor should be submitted to Michelle at ColonialMB1@gmail.com. 

If you are unsure of the status of your application to become a Merit Badge Counselor or a Nova/SuperNova Mentor, please send Michelle an email and she will advise. 

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Central Florida Council’s  Popcorn Campaign 2024 is going strong! 

Key Dates: 
Nov 11 – Deadline to submit for Council Prizes & Military Donation Prizes
Nov 16 – Units pickup 3rd order at Area distribution sites
Nov 30 – All payments due
Dec 1 – Past due payment – commission drops to 20%
Dec 3 – Past due payment – commission drops to 15%

Visit the council popcorn hub at https://www.cflscouting.org/popcorn/ for more information and resources! 
 

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The Narcoossee District Monthly Newsletter is published on the first Sunday of each month. If you have announcements to be included in the newsletter, please email your request to wendyscout2@gmail.com at least one week ahead of a given month’s publication date.  

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