March Roundtable – Headwaters District
Below are the event flyers, training newsletter and other information from the March Roundtable.
Chuckwagon Derby – Camp Resolute
2020 Staff Flyer Camp Resolute and Squanto
Providence Bruins Games – March
Below are the event flyers, training newsletter and other information from the March Roundtable.
Chuckwagon Derby – Camp Resolute
2020 Staff Flyer Camp Resolute and Squanto
Providence Bruins Games – March
Dear Scouting Families,
Recent concern regarding the COVID-19 (coronavirus) has generated much public attention and has caused significant change in travel, personal interactions and in guidelines prescribed by health officials for how to address the growing concern.
As an organization, we have discussed the best approach based on what we know today. At this point in time, we are proceeding forward with all scheduled meetings and events while following the guidelines and advise of medical professionals to help minimize risk to our general membership. Conducting our program elements is key to the success of Scouting but we are also aware of the concern from the general public. If at any point direction changes from state or local leaders, we will revisit and share updates with the council membership.
Recommended steps to remain healthy during this cold and flu season based on recommendations from the World Health Organization and United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These precautions include:
Please visit this page for additional information: www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/index. html
If any individuals are uncomfortable attending a meeting or event, we don’t want anyone to feel pressure to attend. Each person can make the decision that they feel is in their best interest.
We hope that these preventative measures help to limit the risk and keep our youth and volunteers safe and healthy.
Yours in Scouting,
Michael Rotar
Council President
Bryan Feather
Scout Executive / CEO
Josh Paulin
Council Commissioner
Would you like to learn how you can safely manage or staff Cope and Climbing programs for your camp, district or unit? Join fellow Scouters this spring for a 2 weekend training course on 5/29-31 and 6/12-14. The Spirit of Adventure Council is hosting this training. It will be held at Base Camp, 411 Unquity Road, Milton, MA.
This course will help you to solidify your climbing knowledge and skills. It will cover current policies and standards of the Boy Scouts of America climbing program.
This course is intended for anyone 15 years of age or older (age exceptions with course leaders consent).
While there is an advantage to having a climbing background, one is not required.
You are welcome to bring your own climbing gear (harness, helmet and climbing shoes), but it is not required. All gear that is required for the completion of this course will be provided.
Upon successful completion of this course, based on experience, judgement and skill displayed, you will receive a certificate as a “BSA Climbing/Cope Instructor 1 (good for 1 year) or 2 (good for 3 years). Previously trained level 1 or 2 may use this course to be re-evaluated.
Lodging and meals for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are included.
The cost for this course is: $125.00
For more information, please contact Mike Jones.
Below are the event flyers, training newsletter and other information from the February Roundtable.
Cranberry Harbors District Dinner
2020 Scouting Report to the Commonwealth Flyer
2020 Staff Flyer Camp Resolute and Squanto
Cranberry Harbors Dist Pinewood Derby
Providence Bruins SPECIAL SCOUT MEET & GREET!
2020 Polar Challenge Freeze Out
Mayflower training news Feb 20
Cranberry Harbors Roundtable Slides
Dear Scouting Community,
Today, the national organization of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to achieve two key objectives: equitably compensate victims who were harmed during their time in Scouting and continue to carry out Scouting’s mission for years to come.
I want to highlight important points that are most relevant to the Mayflower Council:
While we do not anticipate the national organization’s bankruptcy filing will have any direct impact on the local Scouting experience or your involvement with our Council, I understand you may still have questions about these issues and things you will see in the news. To that end, the national organization has established a dedicated restructuring website, www.BSArestructuring.org.
This site includes a helpful Resources page, where you will find a short video explaining what Chapter 11 means for Scouting, as well as a FAQ. The site’s Milestones page will be your best source for the latest updates throughout this process.
If you have any questions about local Scouting, you can always feel free to reach out directly to me or your usual contact within our Council.
Through your engagement and dedication to Scouting, the Mayflower Council will continue to bring adventures, values and lifelong benefits to youth and our communities for generations to come. Thank you for your trust and support as we continue this important mission.
Yours in Scouting,
Bryan Feather
Scout Executive / CEO
Please join the Headwaters District Advancement team in congratulating the following Scouts on their achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout with the completion of their Board of Review this past month:
It is an honor and privilege to congratulate these exceptional Scouts for their achievement. As less than 5% of Scouts become Eagles, these are truly the best of the best, the most dedicated, and the most determined to succeed!
Congratulations!
Once an Eagle Scout, Always an Eagle Scout!
When disaster strikes, Scouts step up.
They’ve been there after tornadoes, wildfires and hurricanes destroyed homes and uprooted lives in communities across our country.
This time, even though the disaster is a little farther from home, it affects the Scouting family all the same.
Scouts Australia is selling patches to benefit Scouts who lost their homes in the country’s devastating wildfires. Their goal: to make sure these Scouts can “remain connected to Scouting as they work through this traumatic period,” according to Scouts Australia’s official site.
Like the Boy Scouts of America, Scouts Australia is a member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. There are more than 50 million Scouts across 171 countries, and these Aussie Scouts wear the purple World Crest just like we do.
Many BSA members were able to meet Australian Scouts at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree, held last summer at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.
About the council patch order patch
The Mayflower Council is pleased to provide an opportunity for Scouts, Scouters, units and friends o order patches as part of group purchase to reduce shipping costs from Australia. The patches cost $4 dollars each and include shipping to you once they are received. Click here to order your patches now. Order deadline is 11:59pm on February 28.
100% of the proceeds will benefit Scouts Australia.
“Australian Scouts thank our international Scouting friends for your support during this difficult time,” a message on the order page says.
Hello Headwaters,
A lot of questions were asked at our January Roundtable! Below are the answers to the questions we had.
Make sure to sign up for Mayflower Today, the Council’s weekly newsletter, at the bottom of the website! It has launched a new, biweekly segment called “You Ask, We Answer” where your questions will be answered and shared. Submit your questions at this link!
Please join us the first Thursday of the month at Milford High School at 7:00 pm for more news, training, information and Scouting connections!
Below are the event flyers, training newsletter and other information from the February Roundtable.
Cranberry Harbors District Dinner
2020 Scouting Report to the Commonwealth Flyer
2020 Staff Flyer Camp Resolute and Squanto
Cranberry Harbors Dist Pinewood Derby
Providence Bruins SPECIAL SCOUT MEET & GREET!
2020 Polar Challenge Freeze Out