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Cub Scouts and families can enjoy an afternoon of shooting sports at Camp Oh-Da-Ko-Ta on Saturday, January 14, 2023. All shooting will take place outdoors. Shooting Sports Programs include: Archery, BB-Guns, Slingshots, and Shooting Sports Safety Sessions.
Each Cub Scout will be able to earn shooting sports awards and the shooting sports award pins for each category. This event is not for Lion Cubs (Kindergarten). Cub Scouts who have already earned the shooting sports awards are welcome to attend. For more information or to register, click here now!
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Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA and families can enjoy ice fishing at Camp Oh-Da-Ko-Ta on Saturday, February 25, 2023. There are two sessions to choose from, either morning or afternoon. Holes will be drilled for each family and fishing poles will be available to Scouts if they need them. There will be plenty of support for Scouts who are new to ice fishing. Lunch is included for all registrants. Please remember to dress for the weather. All activities will be socially distanced. Youth 15 and under do not need a fishing license. For more information or to register, click here now! There is limited space for this event, so don't wait to sign up.
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The Scouting for Food Drive has been scheduled for March 2023. This is a fun opportunity for Scouts and their family to participate in a major good turn project aimed at addressing the problem of hunger in our communities. Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA and Venturers have always played a key role in the Scouting for Food Campaign and we look forward to continuing that proud tradition.
Mark your calendars now:
- March 11 - Door Hanger Distribution
- March 18 - Food Collection
Units can sign-up to participate by completing the online registration by clicking here. Updated information on distribution and district collection sites will be provided in February. We hope you will join us for this annual Scouting service project.
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Cub Scouts can earn the God & Me (grades 1-3) or the God & Family (grades 4-6) religious awards. These sessions are for Cub Scouts working with their parents to earn the Protestant religious award. All sessions take place at the Milwaukee Scout Service Center. Cost is $25 per program which includes all materials, medals and fees. For dates, times, more information and to register, click here.
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Three Harbors Council is hosting the College of Commissioner Science on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Gateway Technical College’s iMET Center in Sturtevant. All Commissioners are invited to attend including Unit Commissioners and Roundtable Commissioners along with any Scouter interested in becoming a Commissioner. The purpose of the College of Commissioner Science is to provide ongoing practical training for all Commissioners and prospective Commissioners to allow them to better serve their units. The college provides an in-depth knowledge of essential aspects of Commissioner duties and responsibilities. The College of Commissioner Science is the highest form of Commissioner education available at the local level. More information is available here.
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Wilderness and Remote First Aid
Description: This American Red Cross course provides individuals with a foundation of first aid principles and skills to be able to respond to emergencies and give care in areas that do not have immediate emergency medical services (EMS) response. Certification is good for 2 years.
When: Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March19, 2023 | 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (both days)
Location: Wauwatosa Lion’s Club, 7336 St. James St., Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Cost: $55.00 for adult leaders: | $40.00 for current scouts aged 14 to 18 (Lunch is provided)
Prerequisite: Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED (or equivalent)
Registration: Contact Terese Kendl at (414) 774-4458
Deadline to register: March 4, 2023 (Space is limited)
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Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
This American Red Cross blended learning (on-line and in-person) course will provide participants with knowledge and skills needed to recognize and respond to first aid, cardiac, and breathing emergencies. Certification is good for 2 years.
Wauwatosa Recreation Department has two offerings:
Saturday, February 4, 2023 9 am to Noon Deadline to register: 1-23-23
Activity number: 262030-01
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 6 to 9 pm Deadline to register: 2-10-23
Activity number: 262030-02
Location: Wilson Elementary - Community Room - 1060 Glenview Ave., Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Cost: $70.00 residents | $85.00 non-residents
Registration: On-line at www.tosarec.com
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It's Easy to Update Your Youth Protection Training
Has your Youth Protection Training expired or about to? The training is valid for 2 years. All you need to do is log on to my.Scouting.org to take it online. There are instructions to assist you, just click here. Don't forget to please print out the certificate upon completion of the course.
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2022 Cub Scout Recruitment Wrap-up
Thank you to everyone for your participation in a successful Cub Scout recruitment campaign this year. Not only have we recruited 847 new Cub Scouts and their families into Scouting, but the Council saw an overall 7.2% growth! Please contact your District Executive with any new applications. #AdventureOn!
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2023 Internet Rechartering
Thank you to those units that have submitted your recharter so far. Internet rechartering opened on October 1 for all units in Three Harbors Council. All recharters were due December 31, 2022. Key enhancements have been made to the process and rechartering looks to be easier than ever this year. Please DO NOT DELAY processing your unit’s recharter any further!
Every unit leader can do one thing to make the rechartering process easier this year: update Youth Protection Training as soon as possible! More than 500 leaders must renew Youth Protection Training before December 31 to keep your training current. Updating Youth Protection Training NOW will prevent unnecessary delays for the individual processing your unit’s recharter.
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Scoutreach District Program Specialist Opportunity
The Scoutreach District is looking for motivated individuals who look forward to working with youth to join our team as a Program Specialist. The right individual will be responsible for delivering the Scouting program in currently underserved communities throughout the council. Program Specialists will typically serve 2-3 programs each week during the school year following a set Cub Scout program. Hours are flexible; training and program materials are provided. Individuals who are bilingual in Spanish are encouraged to pursue this opportunity. For more information, please contact Larry Danner, Scoutreach District Director, at (414) 443-2853 or Larry.Danner@Scouting.org.
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2023 Friends of Scouting Campaign
Now is the time to begin planning your unit’s 2023 Family Friends of Scouting presentation. As more Scouts join Scouting this fall it is vital that all families have the opportunity to participate in helping fund day-to-day council operations to continue to provide the best possible services to all Scouts, leaders, and families in Three Harbors Council. Rest assured that your Friends of Scouting gifts stay here in Three Harbors Council and are used to deliver programs and services to members of Three Harbors Council. Thank you, in advance, for your support of the annual Friends of Scouting program.
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Tips for Hosting a Pinewood Derby Event
Units should begin the planning process NOW to help ensure the Pinewood Derby is a safer experience for all. Click here for good tips to consider when planning your pack’s Pinewood Derby.
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Cub Chat Live!
Every Friday at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, the Scouting Magazine Facebook page offers “Cub Chat Live!” This is a weekly livestream with the latest Cub Scout information including topics like How to Recruit a New Den Leader and Get New Volunteers in Your Pack. Episodes run approximately 30 minutes and past episodes are recorded and available on the Scouting Magazine Facebook page.
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Tracking Service Hours
What service projects has your unit done so far this year? Did your Scouts participate in Scouting for Food? Have any of your Scouts and leaders assisted with an Eagle Scout project this year? If the answer to these questions is yes, we want to make sure you are entering and tracking all your service hours! Find out more here about entering service hours in Internet Advancement and Scoutbook.
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Introducing Ryan Davenport; new Store Manager for Milwaukee Scout Shop.
Ryan Scouted locally as a youth in Pack 385 and Troop 385 in Bristol, WI. Extremely active in his Troop and in the OA Lodge, he was awarded Vigil. With 10 years as Camp Staff, he spent time at Camp Oh-Da-Ko-Ta and R.S. Lyle Scout Reservation.
He has worked retail for 12 years and has a true passion for customer service. His Scouting background will help him connect with the needs of membership.
Ryan is very happy to be involved with Scouting again and is excited to work with the membership of Three Harbors Council.
Giving Tree 2022
Sometimes Scouts don’t have all the items they need to be successful and get the most out of Scouting. To help Scouts in need, the Milwaukee Scout Shop has a giving tree to match them with wonderful Scouters who are willing to donate.
Ask the Scout Shop staff to find out how you can help.
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