N O R’ E A S T E R April/May 2011 Volume 9, Issue 3 Bi-Monthly

Council President Paul Lewis

Council Commissioner Mark Kilgore

Scout Executive

Scott Seibert

VOLUNTEERS HONORED

The Northeast Iowa Council welcomed 136 Scouting volunteers and friends to an evening of fellowship and honor on Saturday, March 12, at the Dubuque Shooting Society.

Award Recipients

Dubuque Cub Scouter of the Year Bob Bies

Dellaykee Cub Scouter of the Year

John Bernau

Dubuque Boy Scouter of the Year Jim Behnke

Dellaykee Boy Scouter of the Year

Bruce Landis

Dubuque District Award of Merit Tammy DeWulf Mark Wallace

Dellaykee District Award of Merit

Bob Halfhill Larry Geisler

Jeanne Burkhart Memorial Scouter

Award Darleen Sarvis

Venturing Leadership Award

John Riedl

Silver Beaver Award (the highest award a council can bestow on a volunteer)

Mike Lambert Rick Leute

Silver Beaver Recipients Mike Lambert & Rick Leute

Scout Executive Scott Seibert with Darleen Sarvis, the recipient of the Jeanne Burkart Memorial Scouter Award

Venturing Leadership Award Recipient John Riedl

Scott Seibert Scout Executive

scott.seibert@scouting.org

Paul Lewis Council President

P29lewis@mchsi.com

Mark Kilgore Council Commissioner m.kilgore@mchsi.com

Council Key-3

Dear Scouters, The benchmark for councils, districts, and units is called the Journey to Excellence. It is the National program that defines quality for different aspects of delivering the Scouting program to our youth in all of the divisions of Scouting: Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Venturing and Exploring. As the Council Key 3, it is our intent to obtain the gold standard rating for this program for the NEIC. It is important to note that it’s a journey, and not necessarily a “sprint” or short term objective. It is also worth noting that the goal is excellence, not to remain status quo or simply “above average”. At recharter time in 2012, units will be eligible to achieve the 2011 "Journey To Excellence" Award at one of three levels (bronze, silver, or gold) based on their performance of meeting the objectives in 2011. It is worth noting that in addition to three levels in the Journey to Excellence (bronze, silver, and gold), most of the recording is set up to be done electronically on line. It will be a major emphasis of the Commissioner's staff to help our packs and troops with the skills and tools they will need to get up to speed with this change. As we look at the new record sheets, I was struck by the way they put an emphasis on delivering a good program to the youth we serve. As with any journey, it will work best if the data is recorded as you go. The “Journey to Excellence” is a continuous journey with no final destination. We are excited about our “Journey to Excellence” and we hope that you will join us on our endeavor to obtain the level of a Gold Council in the Boy Scouts of America. Again, thank you for all that you do in Scouting, and please remember to invite your Key 3 to your Scouting functions in your communities such as Eagle Courts of Honors, Blue and Gold Banquets, or just a unit leader committee meeting. We love to get out and see all of your hard work and dedication in action. Yours in Scouting,  

Memorial/Tribute Fund Words too often do not express the sentiment we feel at the death of a friend. No finer tribute can be paid than to encourage some boy to live the life of a Scout, and thus perpetuate the high principles you admire in your friend. A contribution to the Boy Scout Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund is the perfect tribute. Your gift to the Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund of the Northeast Iowa Council, Boy Scouts of America is: . . . A gift that will live on forever for the future of

Scouting in the Northeast Iowa Council permanent endowment fund

. . . A Tribute to the one whom you wish to honor

. . . Promptly acknowledged with a tribute certificate

. . . A convenient way of expressing your feelings

. . . A tax deductible contribution and a private expression Remembrance can have no finer expression than through a living gift to the Boy Scout Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund. The Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund crosses all lines of religion and wealth. It warms the hearts of all involved. Mail your gift to:

Permanent Endowment Tribute Fund Northeast Iowa Council, BSA

P.O. Box 732 Dubuque, IA 52004-0732

In Memory of Frank Donner

Jane Malone-George Wallace & Barbara Brown

In Memory of Sally Leeser

Jane Malone-George

Scouts are starting to sign up for the Northeast Iowa Council contingent going to Philmont in 2012. We will arrive at Philmont on July 23, 2012 and leave Philmont on August 4, 2012. MAKE NOTE: A $100 deposit is due by Friday, April 15, 2011 for youth and adults interested in participating. The fee to be a part of the 2012 Philmont Contingent will be determined at a later date. We only have openings for 24 Scouts or Scouters. Contact the Council Service Center as soon as possible to put down your deposit and secure your spot on the 2012 Philmont Expedition!

Calling all Eagle Scouts! There is no organization better for Eagle Scouts to call their own than NESA (National Eagle Scout Association). Its members are all Eagle Scouts. The NESA maintains a cele-brated website at www.nesa.org, publishes a quarterly, full-color magazine call Eagle Scout Magazine, honors Eagle Scouts with awards and scholarships, and much more.  The national NESA Committee at its February 7 meeting ap‐proved increasing NESA membership fees effective July 1, 2011. This is the first increase in NESA membership fees in almost 20 years.   The new fees include the following:  

$20       This is for new Eagle Scouts and is valid until their 23rd birthday if purchased within six months of their board of review date. Some councils pay this fee for all of their Eagle Scouts. In other cases, troops do. It's also a great thing for parents or grandparents to buy for their loved ones.

  $35         Regular five‐year membership

  $250       Life membership 

 

2013 NATIONAL JAMBOREE

The Northeast Iowa Council will once again be sending one Troop (36 youth and 4 leaders) to the National Jamboree! Scouting’s flagship event is one-of-a-kind. It’s a gathering of approximately 45,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff that showcases everything that is great about the BSA and its members. Over the course of 10 summer days, once every four years, the Boy Scouts of America comes together. The result is the National Scout Jamboree. A New Venue: The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve In 2009, the BSA purchased 10,600 acres of property adjacent to West Virginia’s New River Gorge National River area in order to create The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve (the Summit). The Summit is the new home of achievement, adventure, and innovation in Scouting. With world-class facilities and a focus on outdoor action sports, the Summit will welcome Scouts to a whole new jamboree experience in summer 2013. Visiting the Mountains There are incredible side trips that Scouts and families can take on their way to and from the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. A tour of Washington, D.C., is only a few hours’ drive away, and the entire region surrounding the Summit is filled with some of the most beautiful mountains in the country. The Blue Ridge is just to the south, and the Shenandoah Valley is a short drive to the east. That’s not to mention all of the incredibly scenic areas in West Virginia itself. High Adventure The excitement of the jamboree isn’t limited to Scouts. The Summit will feature a large visitor area, where day-users can try out some of the activities that the Scouts are dialing in around other parts of the Summit. Also, 2013 will be the first year that Venturers, a branch of the BSA that includes young women, will be part of the jamboree. Whitewater rafting and kayaking, rock climbing and bouldering, and mountain biking are just a few of the activities offered at the Summit. There’s also skateboarding, BMX, shooting sports, and zip-line challenge courses. And that’s just the beginning. If you are interested in attending the National Jamboree in 2013 as a Scout or a leader, please contact Scott Seibert at scott.seibert@scouting.org.

COPE Training Weekend at Camp C.S. Klaus

May 20-22 Cost $10.00

Get trained in the high & low COPE program. COPE—Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience fosters team leadership, trust, problem solving, and FUN! During the weekend participants will get trained in initiative games, high elements, low elements, and safety. Boy Scout troops are encouraged to send one adult member from their troop to get trained. The trained COPE leader can bring their knowledge of leadership and teamwork back to the troop. More importantly, once trained the advisor can bring members from their troop to utilize the course. • Check in will be from 6-7 p.m. Friday, May 20 • Check out will be at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, May 22 • Meals will be provided - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name______________________ Troop______ Address_____________________ Phone_______________________ Email_______________________ Check payable to Northeast Iowa Council PO Box 732 Dubuque, IA 52004-0732

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS

2011 SUMMER CAMP WEEK 1 June 19-25

WEEK 2 June 26-July2

WEEK 3 July 10-16

WEEK 4 July 17-23

Campsite CLOSED!

Balanced Rock (24)

Troop 67(OC) Troop 50(OC) Troop 25 Troop 91

Bloody Ridge (26)

Troop 34 Troop 29 Troop 53

Troop 105(OC) Troop 22

Troop 54(OC)

Maple Grove (24)

Troop 19 Troop 86 Troop 32 Troop 62

Owl Hoot (30)

Troop 88 Troop 71(OC) Troop 69 Troop 17

Twin Craters (40)

Troop 60 Troop 33 (OC)

Troop 11 Troop 51 Troop 26 (OC)

Troop 39

Deer Run (30)

Troop 7 Troop 14 Troop 70 Troop 40

Trails End (58)

Troop 48 Troop 94 Troop 92(OC)

( ) Number of campers each campsite will hold

Mark your calendars for the 2011 Camp C.S. Klaus Reunion July 29-31st. All former staff members, their families, and friends of Camp Klaus are encouraged to attend. This will be a weekend to catch up with old friends and make some new memories. On Friday, enjoy a walk through Camp and kick off the weekend with an evening cracker barrel. Saturday, visit program areas or hit the greens in nearby Colesburg. Test your skills in the Dutch Oven cook-off, or gather a team for the Iron Man. Saturday will also feature a dedication of the new Munter Dining Hall. The highlight of the weekend will be a steak fry and campfire on Saturday night. The Order of the Arrow will also conduct a ceremony. The cost of the weekend is only $20 per person and includes a cracker barrel on Friday night, Saturday’s steak fry, and a reunion souvenir. Additional meals are available in the dining hall. All attendees are invited to stay in campsites. For more information, or to register. Visit www.friendsofklaus.org or contact Bob Richards at bob@basswoodbob.com or 563-552-7056.

2011 CAMP KLAUS REUNION WOOD BADGE 2011 Any adult 18 years of age or older who is currently registered in the Boy Scouts of America may attend Wood Badge at Camp C.S. Klaus if they have completed the specific leader training for their Scouting position. They also must have a complete and current BSA annual Health and Medical Record completed prior to the start of the course. The course dates are: Pre-Course meeting—Sunday, July 31 First Weekend—August 12, 13 and 14 (7:30 AM Friday thru 4:00 PM Sunday) Second Weekend—September 16, 17 and 18 (7:30 AM Friday thru 4:00 PM Sunday) Course Cost: $240 A minimum deposit of $50 is due with completed application. Balance is due by July 12, 2011 ($25 discount if paid in full by 5/12/11). Scholarship funds are available—DO NOT let finances prevent you from taking this course! (See website for Wood Badge Scholarship Request Form) Questions? Contact Dave Fangman at 563-513-8840 or email DFangman@cesco.com. Additional information can be found at www.scoutsiowa.org

DUBUQUE DISTRICT District Chairman—Deb Siegworth (563) 589‐2026; dsiegworth@dubuquebank.com 

District Commissioner—Bill Strauss (319) 573‐4195; ws8323@att.com District Executive—Dave Langlois (563) 556‐4343; dave.langlois@scouting.org 

DISTRICT CALENDAR

April 2 .......................................... BALOO Training 7 ..................................................... Roundtable 9 ............................... District Pinewood Derby 22 ............................... Service Center is Closed 27 ......................... District Committee Meeting 27 ........................ Commissioner Staff Meeting 30 ..................................... Wilderness First Aid May 5 .................................................... Roundtable 8 .......... OA Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast 13-15 ........ Dubuque District Spring Camporee 18 ......................... District Committee Meeting 20-22 ......................................... IOLS Training 30 .................... Memorial Day—Office Closed June 2 ................... Roundtable/Program Kickoff!!! 11 ............................... Camp Staff Week Starts 17-19 ........................ Webelos Weekend Camp 19-25 ........................ Boy Scout Camp Week 1 25-26 ................. Cub Scout Overnight Camp 1 26-July 2 ………….. Boy Scout Camp Week 2 July 4 ............... Independence Day– Office Closed 8 ..................................................... Day Camp 16-17 ................. Cub Scout Overnight Camp 2 10-16 ........................ Boy Scout Camp Week 3 17-23 ........................ Boy Scout Camp Week 4 23-25 ....................... Cub Scout Resident Camp 29-31 ................................ Camp Staff Reunion

Registration begins at 1:00 pm Race begins promptly at 2:00 pm Where: Loras College Graber Center Cost: $5.00 Who: Any Registered Cub Scout (does not need to win pack event to take part in this event) Awards: Given to 1st and 2nd place in each grade category as well as 1st and 2nd overall, best of show, and most creative How to Sign Up: PLEASE sign up as a unit! Your leader should have the sign up sheet!

Rules: • Must use the block of wood, wheels, and axles in the Official Pinewood Derby Car Kit. • The car cannot weigh more than 5.0 oz. on the official race car scale. • Car can be no longer than 7” long, 2 ¾” wide, and 9” in height, and a ground clearance of 3/8” min. • No liquid graphite. Racer can use graphite powder to help the wheels spin easier. • Racer cannot put weights inside the wheels, only on, or inside

the body of the car. No spring loaded weights, or free-sliding weights inside the body. Weights must be solid, and attached.

• If a part of the car comes off, it can be put back on the car before the next race, the car can continue to race, as long as it does not put the car over 5.0 oz in weight.

• The car must have 3 tires touching the track at all times. • Official race day rules and regulations are available upon re quest and will be available the day of the race. • All cars must be checked in for certification from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. the day of the race. • Pinewood derby cars may not be altered following certification. Questions: Contact Jason at jpline4220@yahoo.com

With the help of all the units who participated in this year’s Scouting For Food campaign, we collected over 30,000 pounds of food. Enough food to stock the Dubuque Food Pantry for eight months!! We would like to thank our sponsors for making this important initiative possible.

  

 We would also like to thank Doug Stahr Jr. for leading the campaign and all his tireless work!

Thank you! 

DUBUQUE DISTRICT (cont.) 

Scouting for Food 2011 

          

    

 

Spring Camporee

     Our annual Dubuque District Spring Camporee is coming up soon, on May 13-15 at Clark Wolff’s property in East Dubuque. This one promises to be as exciting as any we’ve had! This spring’s theme is “pioneering.” So, get out that rope and start practicing your lashes! Get ready to build a great weekend! Scoutmasters will be receiving an RSVP form for the camporee soon, which will be used to reserve your spot at the camporee. The camporee costs $5 for everyone, youth and adults. This covers the cost of your patch plus all the awesome programs that will be going on! If you have questions please contact Kurt Lange at kurtlange@netins.net.  

2011 Friends of Scouting Update  Our District’s 2011 Friends of Scouting campaign concluded the fist annual community campaign with great success! Great prizes

were given away to many generous donors. We raised $6,100 this year, surpassing our goal. A hardy thank you goes out to our generous givers and all those who made the night possible. We would like to especially thank Jack Schmid of Crescent Electric Supply Co. for being the evening’s gracious host.  

Cub Splish Splash Days

July 8, 2011                             8:30am ­ 5:00pm.  You wanna have some splish splash fun?   Ask your Unit Day Camp Coordinator, Cubmaster, or call Miriah Roath at (563) 543‐0986  for more in‐formation!!!   

Attention all Cub Scouts of the Dubuque District: 

Come  join us  for a day of action packed  fun!   We will be checking out all kinds of cool experiments, gadgets,  and  splashing  fun!    Come  try  out  new things  and have  fun with  your  fellow Scouts.    All day will be filled with different  activities, so come for the day and check it all out!!! 

LEARNING FOR LIFE DIVISION District Chair—Joey Anderson

Exploring Executive—Colin Earl (563)556-4343—colin.earl@scouting.org

The Loras Computer Science Department hosted their first Exploring meeting March 22. 15 boys and girls are participating in the program. Explorers will get a first hand look into robotics, computer components, programming, and computer engineering. Meetings are held on Tuesdays during the month of March and April. Special thanks to the Loras Computer Science Department, professor Danial Neebel, and Loras College students in providing a terrific program for youth.

Exploring Programs for Spring! Photograph: First meeting Wednesday, June 22, 3:00 p.m. at Joy of Photography, 962 Main St., Dubuque. In-depth look into graphic design, photo editing, camera functions, live & still pictures. Mercy Pharmacy First Meeting Thursday, April 7th 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Mercy Hospital Pharmacy. Learn about careers in pharmacy, lab technician, and medicine. Dubuque Sustainability: First meeting Thursday, April 7 Durrant building 5:00 p.m. Learn about green careers, site visits too Dittmer Recycling, solid waste station, water treatment plant, and Black Hills

Loras College Computer Science Exploring Program

Loras Computer Science Group

Loras Explorers building a computer

Explorers creating their own website

Learning for Life (LFL) offers an amazing array of excep-tional education programs for the youth in our community who may or may not be involved in the scouting program. LFL can offer outdoor COPE program, leadership work-shops, a character education curriculum, service project coordination, worksite visits, career fairs, and more. It is available to groups through schools, churches, or other youth organizations. There are programs available for any ages from kindergarten through twelfth grade. There are a few schools in the area that currently take advantage of this resource, as well as a few other youth serving organiza-tions. To find out how your youth group or school can take part in this, contact Colin at (563) 556-4343.

Learning for Life Program

DELLAYKEE DISTRICT District Chairman—Dave Gaskill (563) 920‐8517  

District Commissioner—Jeremy Smerud (563) 490‐9630  District Executive—Dane Boudreau (563) 556‐4343; dane.boudreau@scouting.org 

DISTRICT CALENDAR From the Desk of Dane Boudreau...

April   5……………………………………...………….Roundtable   9……………………………...District Pinewood Derby   19………………………………….Committee Meeting   22 ......................... Office Closed (Good Friday)    May   3 ..................................................... Roundtable   8 ............. OA Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast   13‐15 ..................................... Spring Camporee   20‐22……………………………..Cope Tower Training  June   7 ................... Roundtable and Program Kickoff   11‐18……………….………...……...Camp Staff Week   17‐19 ........................................ Webelos Camp   25‐26 ................................Cub Scout Overnight 

“ This month I would like to take the opportunity to talk to you a little bit about the Journey to Excellence and the Scouting program. The Scouting program is what is at the core of all Scouting. When someone who is not involved in Scouts sees our symbol or boys in uniform, what do they think? Typically the image that pops in their head is of a Pinewood Derby, camping, and shooting bows and BB guns. It should be the same with every boy who goes through the Scouting program. Yes, they should remember all the character building, specialty skills, and leadership skills they have learned, but they should also remember what is was like to go shoot their first BB gun, build a Pinewood Derby car, and to catch their first fish at a Klondike Derby. It is vital for everyone involved to provide the best program possible to the boys in our council. The Journey to Excellence has several categories to focus on but it is important to recognize how a good program can affect whether you are a gold, silver, or bronze unit. Retention, advancement, outdoor activities, membership, camping, and Webelos-Scout transition are all areas of the Journey to Excellence that will benefit from a quality program. Without going into great detail on each criteria; if the boys are having fun, they are more likely to stick with the program. (retention) If they go to one or more of our great camping opportunities in the summer the boys will be working towards goals for which they will receive awards and acknowledgements (advancement) and they see their hard work paying off. If they have had great programs and enjoyed their time as Cubs, they are more likely to transition to Boy Scouts. In a nut shell, creating once in a lifetime opportunities and unforgettable memories through the program is what Scouting is all about.

District Community Service Opportunity

This summer, all volunteers and boys will have the opportunity to participate in community service as a district. Iowa Project AWARE is going to have a Volunteer River Cleanup for the Turkey River from July 9th-16th. All week volunteers from all over Iowa will be helping to clean up the Turkey River and surrounding areas. Not only is this a community service opportunity, but it may also be an opportunity for the boys to earn several rank advancements and merit badges. Many individuals will be canoeing down the river picking up trash but others may walk along the sides and pick up trash as well. There will also be multiple camp sites provided each evening. This is a great opportunity to show the community the power of the helping hand of the Scouts. There will be a registration fee which will vary because it includes meals, which are catered out. There is also a $10 late fee if registrations are not postmarked by June 24th. For complete information on this event please visit: www.iowaprojectaware.com or contact Brian Soenen at 515-205-8587.

DELLAYKEE DISTRICT (cont.)

District Pinewood Derby

What? Dellaykee District Pinewood Derby When? Saturday, April 9th Where? Manchester United Methodist Church, 413 E. Butler St. Who? Packs may send two boys from each Den to compete. Contact: Chris or Angie Zehr at 563-927-5014 or e-mail to cazhr89@iowatelecom.net. Further Info: A complete list of rules and regulations as well as registration information can be found in the Council calendar on our website.

Dellaykee District Day Camp

What? Day Camp Theme? Cub Splish Splash Days When? Saturday, July 9th, 8:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Where? Camp C.S. Klaus Who? All registered Scouts in a Pack Contact: Mariah Roath at 563-543-0986. Further Info: In addition to the registration form located in the newsletter, you may find an addi-tional form and information in the Council calendar on our web-site. Please note: The Dubuque Dis-trict Day Camp will take place on Friday July 8th at Sundown Mountain. If you are unable to attend on July 9th, you may at-tend on July 8th.

Dellaykee District Spring Camporee What? Spring Camporee When? May 13-15 Where? Manchester, TBD Who? All registered Boy Scouts. Cubs on Saturday. Further Info: The camporee this Spring will be held in Manchester. The theme of this camporee will be centered around aviation and the aviation merit badge. Further information will be give out at a later date as to official location, activities, etc. If you are interested in helping with the camporee please contact Dane Boudreau at the Council Office.

Program

TRADING POST Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00 p.m.

Phone & Email Orders Are Always Welcomed! 563-556-4343 or 1-800-866-2721 or dee.heim@scouting.org

SPRING COUPON SPECIAL 15% OFF ALL COOK KITS

Valid only at the Northeast Iowa Council Trading Post, 10601 Military Rd., Dubuque. Not valid on previous sales.

Expires May 1, 2011 May not be used in conjunction with any other coupon.

Original coupon must be relinquished at time of purchase.

Aluminum Mess Kit ($9.99 without coupon, $8.49 with coupon, see coupon below) This aluminum 1 person mess kit comes with 1-7” Frying pan with steel folding handle, 1-3/4 quart pot with lid, 1-7” plate, 1-8 oz plastic mug. Comes with a mesh carrying bag. Save by using the Spring Coupon listed below.

End of the School Year Books and Neckerchiefs If your unit will be providing your Scouts with books or neckerchiefs in April or May, call Dee at the Council Trading Post (556-4343 or 1-800-866-2721) to put them on reserve. If you would like them delivered to a roundtable, just let us know.

PRESERVE YOUR NEW SCOUT HANDBOOK!

Your handbook is shielded from the elements anywhere you go, and it will last longer, when wrapped in this sturdy, weather-resistant cover. Made of durable nylon for years of use, cover fits both coil-bound and perfect-bound handbook versions. Included hook-and-loop fabric closure and built-in bookmark. Made in the USA. ($9.99)

Cub Scout Dog Tags Discounted! Silver-finish brass on an 18” chain. Has space for two lines of engraving on the back. Original Price $8.99 now on sale for $6.99. Makes great den gifts for a job well done.

Camelbak Bottle Just flip the lid, then “Bite-N-Sip” - no tilting required! Dishwasher Safe. $13.99

Northeast Iowa Council Boy Scouts of America P.O. Box 732 Dubuque, IA 52004-0732

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Current Resident

District Award of Merit Recipient Larry Geisler (L) and Dave Gaskill (R), 2004 Silver Beaver Recipient.

OA Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast

Support Timmeu Lodge during their Annual Fundraiser, the Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast. Here are the details:

• Sunday, May 8th • Location: Eagle Point Park, Riverfront

Pavilion • Park entrance fee waived for those

attending the breakfast • Serving 8 am to 1 pm • All you can eat sausage, eggs, pancakes,

milk, juice, and coffee • $7.50 for adults • $5.50 for senior citizens & kids ages 5 – 12 • Kids under 5 eat free • Proceeds go towards ongoing OA projects

and future endeavors