{"id":354,"date":"2026-02-01T19:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/narcoosseebsa.org\/index.php\/2026\/02\/01\/narcoossee-district-newsletter-february-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-02-01T19:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:30:00","slug":"narcoossee-district-newsletter-february-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/narcoosseebsa.org\/index.php\/2026\/02\/01\/narcoossee-district-newsletter-february-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Narcoossee District Newsletter\u2014February 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--[if gte mso 15]&gt;--><\/p>\n<p>96<\/p>\n<p>Narcoossee District Newsletter\u2014February 2026<\/p>\n<p><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;-->&lt;!&#8211;<\/p>\n<p><!--[if !gte mso 9]&gt;&gt;--><span class=\"mcnPreviewText\">Latest news and updates from the Narcoossee District of the Central Florida Council of Scouting America.<\/span>&lt;!&#8211;<\/p>\n<div>\u034f \u200c \u00a0 \u2007  \u034f \u200c \u00a0 \u2007  \u034f \u200c \u00a0 \u2007  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mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><strong><span>Narcoossee District<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>2\/5\/26 Narcoossee District Commissioner Meeting<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>2\/12\/26 Narcoossee District Committee Meeting<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>2\/19\/26 Narcoossee District Roundtable<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Central Florida Council<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>2\/6\/26 &#8211; 2\/28\/26 TNAW hosted by Tipisa Lodge<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\"><span>2\/21\/26 Central Florida Council Leadership Summit<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Congratulations to Our Latest Eagle Scouts!<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>Warm congratulations to scouts in the Narcoossee District who have earned the Eagle rank in the last month!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span><span>Ryan Johnson, Troop 33<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span><span>Ryan DeGrazio, Troop 33<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span><span>Ezra Avalos, Troop 202<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\"><span><span><span><span>Kaitlyn Achong, Troop 4246<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Another Amazing Webelos Woods!<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span>For the ninth year in a row, Evan Yaros and his team put on an amazing Webelos Woods camping event for Webelos and AOL scouts on behalf of our district. Approximately 250 scouts, parents, and troop volunteers were in attendance, and the excitement and smiles throughout the event were truly inspiring to see. The activities were well organized, ran smoothly, and every group was able to complete all stations successfully. <\/span><span>Congratulations to Pack 727 (pictured above) for winning the coveted Spirit Log. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span>Big thanks to Evan Yaros, Crew 911, and all of the participants and troop volunteers who made this year\u2019s Narcoossee District Webelos Woods awesome!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!--[if (gte mso 9)|(IE)]&gt;&lt;![endif]--><!--[if (gte mso 9)|(IE)]&gt;&lt;![endif]-->\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3>It\u2019s Awards Season!<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Time to Nominate Adult Scout Volunteers for Awards!<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>It is time again to recognize and celebrate our District&#8217;s outstanding volunteers by honoring them with awards! If you have not already, please take a few minutes to submit nominations for District Awards, including <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Individual Leadership Awards <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>for different positions, <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Unit of the Year Awards<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>, the <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Shining Star Award <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>in recognition of a local organization that supports Scouting in our district, and for the highest honor in our district\u2014the <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>District Award of Merit<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>More information and links to nomination forms for these District awards as well as Council-level Silver Beaver Award can be found here:<span><span><span><span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/48f104c8902c\/narcoossee-district-council-awards-seeking-nominations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>District &amp; Council Award Nomination Info 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span><span>. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span><span><span>The DEADLINE to submit nominations is<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>February 28, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Does Your Unit Have Leaders Who Qualify for these KNOTS?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span>Do you have leaders in your unit who qualify for requirement-based awards, such as Training Awards and the Scouter&#8217;s Key Awards? We encourage you to review the requirements and submit award applications for leaders who meet the criteria! We will recognize recipients of these awards in May at the Narcoossee District Recognition Banquet in May 2026. Applications can be submitted year-round to our Narcoossee District Training Chair, <span>Josh Lueck at <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"mailto:joshwl2003@gmail.com?subject=&amp;body=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>joshwl2003@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span>. But please submit by April 1st to ensure applications will have enough time to be processed ahead of this year&#8217;s banquet. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span>Den Leader Training Award<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span>This award recognizes den leaders who have completed training, tenure, and performance requirements. Click here for<\/span><\/span><span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-052_WB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Den Leader Training Award Application<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span>. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span>Scouter\u2019s Training Award<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><span><span>This award can be presented to registered adult leaders who have two years\u2019 tenure in their unit and have completed position-specific training and other performance requirements designed to encourage and recognize those who give of their resources to make the unit successful. \u00a0For more information, reference the application appropriate to your program (linked below):<\/span><\/span><span><br \/><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-057_WB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Cub Scouts<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><br \/><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-058_wb.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Scouts BSA<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><br \/><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-060_WB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Venturing<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span>Scouter\u2019s Key Award<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><br \/>The Scouter&#8217;s Key Award is a recognition for primary leaders who complete advanced tenure, training and performance requirements as a Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, Varsity Coach, Venturing Advisor, Sea Scouting Skippers, District Committee or Commissioner. <br \/>For more information, reference the application appropriate to your program\/role (linked below):<\/span><\/span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-053_wb.pdf?_ga=2.185425321.1696785631.1677513956-1639063159.1677513956&amp;_gl=1*1svzthu*_ga*MTYzOTA2MzE1OS4xNjc3NTEzOTU2*_ga_20G0JHESG4*MTY3NzY4MjA2NS41LjEuMTY3NzY4MjU0NC4xNC4wLjA.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Cubmaster\u2019s Key<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-054_WB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Scoutmaster\u2019s Key<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/training\/pdf\/511-056_WB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Advisor\u2019s Key<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/pdf\/34169-64.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for District Committee Key<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filestore.scouting.org\/filestore\/pdf\/34169-63.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Application for Unit Commissioner Key <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2 class=\"last-child\">NARCOOSSEE DISTRICT EVENTS<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Narcoossee District Committee Meeting <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span><span>The Narcoossee District Committee\u2019s next meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm. \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span><span>Join the meeting via this <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/teams.live.com\/meet\/9399742579868?p=Axc5y7GQ2OrOVN7ipX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Microsoft Teams Join Link<\/span><\/a><span><span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span><br \/>This meeting will be attended primarily by District Committee Members, BUT it is an open meeting and all district members are welcome. If you are interested in getting involved in the administration of the district, contact the Narcoossee District Chair, Kathy Vickroy, at <\/span><\/span><a href=\"mailto:kathyvickroy@yahoo.com?subject=&amp;body=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>kathyvickroy@yahoo.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3>Narcoossee District Roundtable<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"last-child\"><em>Next Roundtable: Thursday, February 19th @ 7:00pm<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>All adult leaders and scout parents interested in getting more involved in Scouting are invited to attend the Narcoossee District Roundtable, which is typically be held on the third Thursday of every month at Center Point Community Church<\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span> (<\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gmail.us20.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=9fced714662e9a7c71161fe30&amp;id=73fad414d7&amp;e=68fdc47dc0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>9580 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32825<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span>). <\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>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!<\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This month&#8217;s <strong><span><span><span>February Roundtable <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>will be held on <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Thursday 2\/19\/26<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>. Program breakout groups will be offered for Cub Scout leaders and Scouts BSA\/Venturing leaders. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>If you have any announcements or messages you would like to present or convey at Roundtable, please contact Ruth Currey at<\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"mailto:rhcwoodbadge@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span><span>rhcwoodbadge@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span><span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Narcoossee District Spring Camporee<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><strong><span>Save the Date! <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span>The Narcoossee District Spring Camporee for Scouts BSA troops has been confirmed for <\/span><strong><span>May 1-3, 2026<\/span><\/strong><span>. Location will be Camp La-No-Che. Registration and information on theme and activities coming soon! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\"><span>Big thanks to Troop 192 for stepping up to lead the Spring Camporee! <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Looking Ahead to Summer\u2026<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><span>Registration is now open for <\/span><strong><span><span><span>Summer 2026 Cub Scout Day Camp!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span> T<\/span><span><span><span>his summer, Cub Scouts who are entering 1st\u20135th grade in the 2026\/27 school year are invited to a day camp experience in DinoTopia, a world where dinosaurs and brave explorers team up for the coolest adventures ever! Campers will enjoy epic games, crafts, range and target activities, and complete 3 elective adventures from the cub scout program. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span><span>Narcoossee District is hosting Session 6B of Cub Scout Day Camp on <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>July 6-10<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span> at Center Pointe Community Church. Additional sessions on different dates are being held throughout the Central Florida Council. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span><span>More information and registration: <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-daycamp#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-daycamp#<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span>Want to Help? <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>All Central Florida Council Summer Cub Day Camps are made possible by amazing adult and troop-level youth volunteers. You can volunteer for a half-day, full day, multiple days, or the whole week. See full details on volunteering on the registration page linked above. If you have additional questions about volunteering for the Cub Day Camp session hosted by Narcoossee District, reach out to Camp Director Maggie Wirick at <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"mailto:scoutermw175@gmail.com?subject=&amp;body=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>scoutermg@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span>. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2 class=\"last-child\">CENTRAL FLORIDA COUNCIL EVENTS<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-style:solid;border-color:#000000;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span><span>TNAW 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>For scouts of all ages<br \/>At Camp La-No-Che, hosted by Tipisa Lodge OA<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>February 6-8, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Information and registration: <a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-TNAW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-TNAW<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><strong><span>2026 Central Florida Council Leadership Summit<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">February 21, 2026, 1:00 &#8211; 7:00pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">Camp La-No-Che<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">Registration: <a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-2026CFCLeadershipSummit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-2026CFCLeadershipSummit<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>All adult leaders serving at a District or Central Florida Council level and those wishing to get involved at the District and or Central Florida Council level are invited to attend the 2026 Central Florida Council Leadership Summit, where Scouters throughout Central Florida Council gather to discuss new plans, share ideas, hear about new program tools, and enjoy Scouting fellowship.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-style:solid;border-color:#000000;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span><span>Academy &amp; Trades Weekend<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>For Adults and Scouts BSA\/Venturing Youth<br \/>At Camp La-No-Che<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>April 10-12, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Information and registration: <a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-Academy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-Academy<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span><span>The Beast\u2019s Revenge 2026<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span><span>For Scouts BSA\/Venturing<br \/>At Camp La-No-Che<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>April 24-26, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Information and registration: <a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-theBEASTspring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-theBEASTspring<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2 class=\"last-child\">MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCOUTS <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Events Hosted by Other CFC Districts<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>Did you know that Narcoossee District scouts\/units are welcome to attend events hosted by districts <\/span><\/span><\/span><em><strong><span><span><span>throughout <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/em><span><span><span>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 these events as well as event with a \u2018save the date\u2019 status can be accessed through the council calendar at <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cflscouting.org\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/www.cflscouting.org\/calendar\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><strong><span>Cub Scouts<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>3\/7\/26 Lake District Pinewood Derby<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\"><span>3\/28\/26 Timuqua District Pinewood Derby <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><strong><span>Scouts BSA<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\">2\/28\/26 Eagle Empire District Merit Badge College<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2 class=\"last-child\">TRAINING &#8211; ADVANCEMENT &#8211; FUNDRAISING<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Your Training Update!<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>Please pass the word to all parents and volunteers that our scouts deserve trained leaders. As unit leaders, imagine a pack, troop, crew, or ship with 100% trained leaders!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span><span><span>Online Training Opportunities. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>Here is how to get caught up with online training<br \/>\u2022 Take the online course for your registered position via <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.scouting.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/my.scouting.org\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span>. Remember that if you change positions, you need to register for the new role and take the training for that role to be considered \u201cTRAINED.\u201d Visit <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.scouting.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>my.scouting.org<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span> for all your online training needs!<br \/>\u2022 Every leader must be current with the new Safeguarding Youth training or the legacy Youth Protection training. Don\u2019t let it expire!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span><span><span>In-Person Training Opportunities<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>. Trainings offered via online courses are also sometimes offered as in-person trainings. There are other courses (e.g., BALOO, IOLS, etc.) that are ONLY offered in-person. You may attend trainings hosted by Narcoossee District or any of the other Districts in the Central Florida Council. Training opportunities within Central Florida Council available in the next few months are listed below. Visit the <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cflscouting.org\/calendar\/\"><span><span><span><span>Council Training Calendar<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span> to see all the training opportunities available within our Council. <\/span><\/span><\/span><em><span><span><span>When you visit the calendar website, click \u2018Apply Filter\u2019 and check the box for \u2018Training\u2019.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><strong><span><span>BALOO &amp; IOLS <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>There are currently no BALOO or IOLS trainings with open registration. Spring course registrations will open soon. Check the Council Training Calendar (linked above) for tentative dates. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><strong><span><span><span><span>Academy &amp; Trades Weekend <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>(includes courses formerly offered \u2018Training Weekend\u2019)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span><span>Fri. 4\/10\/26 2:00pm &#8211; Sun. 4\/12\/26<br \/>Camp La-No-Che<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>For registered leaders in all programs, La-No-Che Summer Staff applicants, Scouts BSA\/Venturing Youth<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Training opportunities include Aquatic Supervision, COPE Level 1, Cub Scout Range and Target Sports, Red Cross Life Guard Certification, Wilderness First Aid, and Youth Mental Health First Aid.<\/p>\n<p>More information and registration: <a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-Academy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/083-Academy<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Spring Wood Badge 2026<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><span><span>Slots for the upcoming Spring Wood Badge are filling fast.\u00a0<span>If you&#8217;ve been to Wood Badge, please refer one of your Scouter circle who hasn&#8217;t yet attended. If you haven&#8217;t yourself, what&#8217;s stopping you? <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more information or to register, hit the link: <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/view\/cfcwoodbadge83\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/sites.google.com\/view\/cfcwoodbadge83\/home<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Advancement Reminders for Life Scouts<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><strong><span><span><span>Dan Morrison <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span>and <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Theresa Martinez<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span><span> are leading the Narcoossee District Eagle Advancement Team. You can submit proposals and general Eagle advancement inquiries to <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"mailto:narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span>.<\/span><\/span><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Please note the following information for Life scouts working on their Eagle Rank:<\/p>\n<p>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:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/gmail.us20.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=9fced714662e9a7c71161fe30&amp;id=8873273393&amp;e=68fdc47dc0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/www.scouting.org\/programs\/scouts-bsa\/advancement-and-awards\/eagle-scout-workbook\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>2. Within the Project Proposal, the District Information requested on Page B should be entered as: <\/span><\/span><\/span><em><span><span><span>Narcoossee Eagle Chair; (407) 889-4403; 1951 S Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, FL 32703; <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/em><a href=\"mailto:narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span><span><span><span>narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/em><\/a><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>3. 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. <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span><span><span>Electronic proposal submissions should be sent to <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><a href=\"mailto:narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span><span><span><span>narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/a><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>4. 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. <\/span><\/span><\/span><em><strong><span><span><span>Only projects located in Orange, Osceola &amp; Seminole counties will be considered for approval.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/em><span><span><span> For more information and application: <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cflscouting.org\/dr-phillips-charities-eagle-service-project-grant-application\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>https:\/\/www.cflscouting.org\/dr-phillips-charities-eagle-service-project-grant-application\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>5. The <span><span><span>Council has a new online tool for Eagle Rank Applications, which eliminates the need to mail paperwork until after the BOR is completed and provides support for completing the application and real-time tracking of status. \u00a0The tool and instructions for use are available at<\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span> <\/span><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/eagleapp.cflscouting.org\/\"><span><span><span><span>http:\/\/eagleapp.cflscouting.org\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>6. To schedule an Eagle Board of Review (EBOR) with the district, a unit representative or the Eagle Candidate should send a request to the district advancement team at <a href=\"mailto:narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span><span>narcoosseeadvancement@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><span>. The request should identify possible available dates for the EBOR, and if known, provide a location and preferred time. <\/span><\/span><span><span><span>A Scout may make this request, but must have coordinated with and cc their Unit Advancement Chair when doing so. When requesting, please allow for enough time to obtain reference letters, and provide multiple dates to aid in ease of scheduling. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Merit Badge Counselor Memo<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child\"><strong><span><span>Michelle Adamick<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span> is the Narcoossee District Merit Badge\/Nova\/SuperNova Coordinator. Here are links to two flyers designed to help scouts with the merit badge process:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span><span>Flyer #1: How to Earn a Merit Badge &#8211; Step by Step<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><br \/><\/span><span><span>For scouts, parents\/guardians, scouting leaders, and advancement chairs \u2014 this guide walks you through the merit badge process step-by-step so you\u2019ll know exactly what to expect. <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/187ZD-xohRljjP41RE0oNXrnb_ktWKOYh\/view?usp=share_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Click here for downloadable PDF<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span><span>Flyer #2:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><span> <\/span><\/span><strong><span><span>Finding a Merit Badge Counselor Made Easy!<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span><br \/><\/span><span><span>For unit leaders and advancement chairs \u2014 this resource explains how to find a merit badge counselor for a Scout when you don\u2019t already have one available. <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1hk3zmFRmicI2ci7v3tloALZorUn-pHzF\/view?usp=share_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>Click here for downloadable PDF.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>All requests to become a Merit Badge Counselor or Nova\/SuperNova mentor should be submitted to Michelle at <a href=\"mailto:ColonialMB1@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span><span>ColonialMB1@gmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span>. <\/span><span><span>Questions can be sent to Michelle by email or call\/text at 972-358-6171.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">Camp Card 2026<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><strong>Key Dates for Camp Card 2026: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">January 24, 2026 &#8211; Virtual Kick-off <\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">January 28, 2026 &#8211; Virtual Kick-off <\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">January 29, 2026 &#8211; Deadline for Ordering Camp Cards<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">February 19, 2026 &#8211; Camp Card Pickup at District Round Tables<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">May 21, 2026 &#8211; Camp Card Settlement at District Round Tables<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\">May 24, 2026 &#8211; Prize Submission Deadline<\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\">Join the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/cfccampcards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Central Florida Council Camp Card Facebook Group<\/a> for the latest updates on the 2026 Camp Card Campaign. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2><span>FROM THE OUSSAUNA CHAPTER CHIEF<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"last-child\"><span>Tipisa Lodge Order of the Arrow<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div><!--[if !mso]&gt;&gt;--><\/div>\n<div>&lt;!&#8211;<\/div>\n<div>\n<!--[if mso]&gt;--><br \/>\n<span class=\"mceImageBorder\" style=\"border:0;border-width:1px;vertical-align:top;margin:0\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>OA Brothers affiliated with the Oussauna chapter can connect with chapter leadership and stay up-to-date on chapter activities via the chapter BAND account. Join the chapter BAND here: <\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/band.us\/n\/aca20dU8m9K7n\"><span>https:\/\/band.us\/n\/aca20dU8m9K7n<\/span><\/a><span><span><span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Check out the Tipisa Lodge OA website for information on lodge news and upcoming events: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tipisa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><span>www.tipisa.org<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h2 class=\"last-child\">FINAL NOTES<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<h3>Want to SHARE this Newsletter <\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"last-child\">with Youth or Adults in Your Unit?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mceText\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mcePastedContent last-child\"><span><span><span>You can share this newsletter with others in your unit by generating a shareable link. Simply click on &#8220;View this email in your browser&#8221; at the top of this email. 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