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Volume 61, No. 5 

October 2008 

Cascade Pacific Council 

Boy Scouts of America 

POINTS 

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 

Cascade Pacific Council 

www.cpcbsa.org 

Scouts from all across the nation 

will gather at Fort A.P. Hill for 

Scouting’s 100th Anniversary and 

National Jamboree in 2010. 

Are you going to be there?

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noteworthy 

2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree 

The highly anticipated 

2010 National Scout Jamboree 

will be held July 26th 

through August 4th, 2010 at 

Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia. Eligible 

Scouts should not miss 

out on this “once in a lifetime” 

opportunity! Help spread 

the word so that every Scout 

in the council knows about 

this event. Look for youth 

applications at www.cpcbsa.org/register. 

Now is not too early for eligible Scouts to 

make the decision to apply for a spot in the 

council contingent. 

Tour Details: Our contingent will 

leave 7-10 days prior to the Jamboree and 

tour sites such as Washington D.C., Arlington 

Cemetery, the Capitol, all the monuments, 

the Smithsonian Museums, Gettysburg, Colonial 

Williamsburg, Mt. Vernon, Busch Gardens, 

and many other sites. A trip to the 

Jamboree is more than just a Scouting experience; 

the tour makes it an educational 

experience too! 

Where is Jamboree? It will be held 

at Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia. After a once in a 

lifetime experience at the “Centennial Jamboree” 

we will return home a few days later. 

Who can Attend? Scouts: A Scout 

who has completed the 6th grade, or will be 

at least 12 years old 

and a 1st Class 

Scout by 

July 1, 

2010, but will not have reached his 18th 

birthday by August 3, 2010. He also agrees 

to live and abide by the Scout Oath & Law, 

and the Jamboree Code of Conduct. The 

limited number of Cascade Pacific Jamboree 

Troops is anticipated to fill very fast 

due to this being the Centennial Jamboree. 

When youth apply they will be placed into 

the nearest Jamboree Troop to them that is 

not full yet, so apply early! 

How Much Will it Cost? The fee for 

this very extensive trip is $2950 per Scout. 

Contingent Organization: Participating 

in National Jamboree can only be 

as a member of a Council Contingent. After 

youth apply they are placed into a “Provisional 

Jamboree Troop” of 36 youth, and 

4 adult leaders. 

Don’t let youth miss out on this ultimate 

celebration of Scouting’s 100th Anniversary. 

Share information about this opportunity. 

For more information or answers to questions 

please contact: Shari Spencer, sdsportland@yahoo.com, 

(541) 258-5327 

or Jack Branch, jackdbranch@yahoo.com, 

(360) 751-2896. 

Need more 

information? We 

are holding an informational 

meeting 

on October 14, 

2008 starting at 

7pm in the Portland 

office. This 

will be geared 

towards youth 

and their parents 

who are not 

yet signed up for 

Jamboree who are 

looking to get questions 

answered. If you 

are already signed up 

you do not need to attend 

this information meeting. 

Compass Points 

What’s Inside 

Key Program Quality Indicators 6 

Advancement 4-5 

Camping 20-23 

Commissioner Service 13 

Good Turn For America 16 

Finance 7-8 

Membership 14-15 

Noteworthy 2-3 

Risk Management 17 

Scouting in Action 9-12,24-26 

Training 18-19 

District Pages 

Calapooia 27 

Chinook 28 

Columbia Gorge 29 

Eagle Valley 30 

Fort Clatsop 31 

Fort Vancouver 32 

Lewis & Clark 33 

Mid-Columbia 34 

North Clackamas 35 

Pioneer 36 

Sea Scouts 46 

Silver Star 38 

Sunset Trail 39 

Three Rivers 40 

Thunderbird 41 

Tillamook 42 

Tuality 43 

Wapiti 44 

Willamette 45 

Van-Port Metro 37 

Varsity/Venturing 46 


Published Six Times Each Year 

CASCADE PACIFIC COUNCIL, BOY Scouts OF AMERICA 

2145 SW Naito Pkwy., Portland, OR 97201 

Distribution - 11,000 

Editor: Jeff Aradine 

503.226.3423/jaradine@cpcbsa.org 

Submission Deadlines: 

Jan-Feb: Dec 8; Mar-Apr: Feb 8; May-Jun-Jul: Apr 6; 

Aug-Sep: Jul 6; Oct: Sep 7; Nov-Dec: Oct 8 

Council Contact Information: 

Portland: 503.226.3423 

Administrative Fax: 503.225.5717 

Tour Permits/Camp Fax: 503.225.5733 

Vancouver: 360.693.1741 

Salem: 503.581.6601 Fax: 503.581.6602 

Council Officers: 

President 

Council Commissioner 

Treasurer 

Scout Executive 

Gene Grant 

Jeff Smith 

David L. Quivey 

Ronald W. Garland 

100% Quality Districts in 2010

October 2008 Page 3 

Planning, Preparation, and Program Delivery 

This month I would 

like to focus, with 

you, on Planning, 

Preparation, and 

Program Delivery, 

with some personal 

thoughts. 

Planning – Good 

unit planning resulted 

Ron Garland 

Scout Executive 

in an increase of 6% youth attending CPC 

camps in 2008, and an even larger increase 

in adults participating. Planning is paying 

financial dividends now for units selling popcorn. 

Planning (and wood cuts) will allow 

hundreds to take advantage of the council’s 

winter lodges. 

And Planning will result in an excellent 

fall recruiting program, followed up by training 

of new adult volunteers. Think about it. 

Preparation – As Oregon prepares for 

its 150th Birthday in 2009, and the BSA its 

100th Birthday in 2010, now is the time to 

prepare for celebrating these great milenoteworthy 


stones. In Oregon, a plan has evolved known 

as Oregon 150. Go online at www.oregon150.org/projects 

and learn how your 

unit can fit into this celebration and allow 

Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts to meet certain 

advancement requirements. 

For Washington units, now is the time 

to Prepare for Scouting Anniversary month 

and the opportunity to thank charter partners 

and the community at large for supporting 

Scouting . . . 

Program Delivery – October is the month 

when council leadership meets to establish 

the council’s operating budget for 2009. The 

budget for your council represents the program 

of the council, interpreted in dollars. 

The expense includes staff, camps, utilities, 

insurance, and many more items that support 

a unit and its annual program. Watch 

for more information concerning how all of 

us can be involved in carrying out the program 

desired. 

I am proud to be a Scout. 

Scout Executive Ron Garland, Council Commissioner Jeff Smith and Council President Gene Grant enjoyed a great Key 3 training 

session at Philmont Scout Ranch this summer. Every registered leader received an invitation to attend the Philmont Training Center 

in New Mexico. For more information about attending Philmont head to our web site at www.cpcbsa.org or talk with your District 

Training Chair or District Executive. 

Celebrate Oregon’s 

150th Birthday with 

‘Take Care of Oregon 

Days’ 

On February 14th, 2009, Oregon is 

turning 150, and we think that calls 

for a celebration. 

For this grand event, Oregon 150 (Governor 

Kulongoski’s planning commission for 

the state’s sesquicentennial in 2009) has commissioned 

SOLV, Oregon Volunteers, and Rural 

Development Initiatives, Inc. to bring you 

the largest volunteer event in the State’s history 

- Take Care of Oregon Days! 

Oregonians from every corner of the 

state are invited to roll up their sleeves 

during Oregon’s birthday commemoration 

to give back to their state. Be one of the 

20,000 volunteers expected to celebrate the 

State’s 150th birthday by cleaning up their 

downtowns, holding food drives, painting 

murals in local schools, or working on whatever 

their communities need to be their best! 

Another great perk - getting to know your 

fellow community members even better! 

Take Care of Oregon Days will take 

place throughout the month of May, 2009. 

In the meantime, you can: 

• Get the training and support you need 

to plan your own volunteer activity at one 

of the 30 free Volunteer Action Trainings 

we’re offering around the state this fall. 

o To sign up for a training, visit http:// 

www.solv.org/programs/volunteer_action_ 

training.asp 

• Coordinate your own project and register 

your TCO event online. 

o Register your event at http://www.solv. 

org/programs/forms/form_tco_app.asp 

• Participate in one of the hundreds of 

volunteer projects that will be happening 

next May (check back for online volunteer 

registration in October). 

If you would like to register for a training 

session in your area, set up a project, 

or want to learn more in general, feel free 

to give us a call (800-333-7658), drop us 

a line (tco@oregon150.org), or visit us at 

www.oregon150.org. 



One subcommittee of the council advancement 

team is the process and review 

committee. The primary responsibilities 

of the process and review committee are 

to hear and recommend the lifesaving and/ 

or meritorious action awards; requests time 

extensions from National for youth beyond 

the age of 18 years old; work through the 

appeals process with the unit and district; 

and request Eagle board of reviews beyond 

the age of 18 and 6 months. In addition, 

the process and review committee 

works very closely with the advancement 

special needs committee. 

In assessing individuals who have been 

recommended for lifesaving and meritorious 

action awards, these awards are made only 

for outstanding and unusual acts that demonstrate 

unusual heroism, skill, or bravery 

July 2008 

James A. R. Anello Troop 7018 

William M. Bickmore Crew 104 

Brandon J. Ceccacci Crew 104 

Franklin H. Chen Troop 592 

Hunter R. Christensen Troop 7355 

Kevin L. Dewey Team 520 

Nathaniel T. Ely Troop 398 

Tyler R. Fullmer Crew 7259 

Levi G. Hayden Troop 7108 

Kane W. Henderson Crew 262 

Christopher H. Herring Troop 378 

Brett E. Hoffman Troop 7265 

Trevor J. Howell Troop 174 

Jacob A. Katzler Troop 7260 

David W. Laughlin Troop 7265 

Peter A. Laughlin Troop 7265 

Jason A. Marks Troop 7100 

Phillip G. Marks Troop 7100 

Ross A. McKinney Troop 230 

David J. McNamee Crew 288 

Adam E. Mikkelsen Crew 266 

Rhett H. Mullins Team 352 

Adam H. Nielsen Troop 7018 

Carter C. Patton Troop 7355 

Jeffrey P. Phillips Troop 7260 

Kevin C. Post Troop 7260 

Omar D. Rachdi Troop 174 

Regan P. Ross Crew 637 

Matthew R. Silvers Troop 257 

Justin B. Stangel Troop 144 

Sean R. Stevenson Troop 208 

Shawn H. Strasser Crew 7067 

Connor W. Streed Troop 220 

Jacob A. Svoboda Troop 872 

Alex M. Turzillo Troop 419 

100% Quality Districts in 2010 

2008 Eagles 

a d v a n c e m e n t 

Council Advancement Committees – Process and Review 

and reflect Scouting ideals and are based 

on the following criteria: 

1. Honor Medal with Crossed 

Palms. Has demonstrated unusual 

heroism in saving or attempting to 

save life at extreme risk to self. 

2. Honor Medal. Has demonstrated 

unusual heroism in saving or 

attempting to save life at considerable 

risk to self. 

3. Heroism Award. Has demonstrated 

heroism and skill in averting serious 

injury or saving or attempting to save 

life at minimum risk to self. 

4. Medal of Merit. Has performed 

an act of service of a rare 

or exceptional character that reflects 

an uncommon degree of concern 

for the well-being of others. 

August 2008 

Bryon E. Anderson Crew 7057 

Aaron H.W. Altmann Troop 272 

George S. Bond Team 7067 

Scott, N. Boyce Crew 842 

Bryce D. Church Crew 367 

Quintin N. Cummins Troop 124 

Joel J. Deering Troop 7027 

Jordan M. Ditzler Team 394 

Timothy R. Durr Troop 770 

Brenden K. Finnegan Troop 207 

Daniel P. Hayward Troop 328 

William S. Hess Troop 611 

Steven T. Hoover Troop 7020 

Brian J. Hughes Troop 230 

Ross W. Killion Troop 799 

Richard F. Lance Troop 685 

Jeffrey J. Lane Troop 271 

Brandon M. McCormick Crew 270 

Thomas A. McGrath Troop 166 

Kyle A. Muchmore Crew 7067 

Tyler S. Oliver Crew 587 

Robert T. Onstott Troop 1 

Blake A. Redmond Troop 777 

Joshua J. Salame Troop 855 

Quewin D. Smidt Troop 299 

Jeremy M. Smith Troop 520 

Garrett M. Swanson Troop 328 

Angus M.S. Toland Troop 294 

Adam M. Waldo Troop 272 

Blair R. Wax Troop 432 

Steven M. Wismer Team 840 

Douglas A. Wozniak Crew 184 


5. National Certificate of Merit. Has 

performed a significant act of 

service that is deserving of special 

national recognition. 

“Heroism” is defined as 

conduct exhibiting courage, daring, 

skill, and self-sacrifice. “Skill” 

is defined as the ability to use one’s 

knowledge effectively in execution or 

performance. Special attention is given 

to skills earned in Scouting. 

Applications for lifesaving and meritorious 

action awards, can be obtained 

from the council web page 

and if there are any questions 

regarding these awards or the 

process and review committee, 

please contact Robert McDonald 

at 503.245.2564 (home) and mcdonaro@ohsu.edu. 

Your Role as a Parent 

Cub Scouting encourages closeness to 

family. The program will give you opportunities 

to take part in activities with your 

son. It provides a positive way for parent 

and son to grow closer together, and encourages 

you to spend quality time together. 

In this way, Cub Scouting is a program 

for the entire family. 

The Cub Scout years are developing 

years for young boys, falling between the 

dependence of early childhood and the relative 

independence of early adolescence. 

As he grows, your son will gain the ability 

to do more things “on his own,” but at this 

stage of his development, your help is critical. 

The advancement plan is designed for 

parents to use to create a learning environment 

in their home. With the Cub Scout 

handbooks parents and boys work together. 

This plan provides fun for the boys, gives 

them a sense of personal achievement as 

they earn badges, and strengthens family 

understanding as parents work with boys 

on projects. 

While Cub Scouts will learn skills and 

work on projects in their den meetings, the 

parent remains at the center of the advancement 

program. As each task is done or each 

skill is demonstrated, the parent signs the 

Cub Scout’s handbook to record its completion. 

And when the boy has completed all 

the requirements to earn an award, the parent 

presents that award at the next monthly 

pack meeting.

a d v a n c e m e n t 


SAVE THE DATE –ADVANCEMENT EXTRAVAGANZA 2009 

Save February 21 for Advancement Extravaganza 

2009 (location TBD)! At this 

annual training event, knowledgeable instructors 

will lead courses designed to help 

Scout leaders strengthen their understanding 

of the advancement policies and procedures 

of the Boy Scouts of America and 

Cascade Pacific Council. 

On-line registration begins January 5. 

Council Advancement Committee 

Vice President Shari Spencer 541.258.5327 sdsportland@yahoo.com 

Process & Review Rob McDonald 503.245.2564 mcdonaro@ohsu.edu 

Training Coordinator Peter Harding 503.981.9269 wood_harding@msn.com 

Venturing Advancement Chair Robin Stoeckler 503.641.2956 coastymom@verizon.net 

Special Needs Scouting Kenneth Ettinger 503.526.0718 rshakeman@aol.com 

Awards & Recognitions Robin Foleen 503.439.1441 robin.foleen@transcore.com 

Advancement/Eagle Chairs 

Calapooia Adv. William Falk 541. 369.2394 wfalk@dswebnet.com 

Calapooia Eagle Jeff Thompson 541.740.8409 5thompsonsare@comcast.net 

Chinook Adv. Martha Hokanson 360.425.8571 martup@peoplepc.com 

Chinook Eagle Gregory Booth 503.728.9294 no e-mail 

Columbia Gorge Adv. John Gentry 360 892.5231 gentlejohn@mac.com 

Columbia Gorge Eagle Ronald Shake 360.885.9467 rshakeman@aol.com 

Eagle Valley Adv Stephen Caldwell 503.852.4490 cldwllsteve@yahoo.com 

Eagle Valley Eagle Randy Parker 503.434.1646 redfox@ipns.com 

Ft. Clatsop Adv. Sam Dunkin 503.325.0132 dunkins@seasurf.com 

Ft. Clatsop Eagle Mike Umbriaco 503.458.5387 umbriaco@pacifier.com 

Ft. Vancouver Both Robert Ellingwood 360.573.9787 rgellingwood2@msn.com 

Lewis &Clark Adv. D. Smith Piper 503.288.9234 dsmithpiper@msn.com 

Lewis & Clark Eagle Scott Downing 503.282.4770 sdowning@greshamlaw.com 

Lewis & Clark Eagle Barbara Williams 503.698.9920 yojimbo.forty@verizon.net 

Mid-Columbia Both Helen Elsmore 541.298.5233 celsmore@netcnt.net 

N. Clackamas Adv. John McGrath 503.771.4513 mcgrath1@mindspring.com 

N. Clackamas Eagle Sally Warnke 503.698.6406 dhwarnke@comcast.net 

Pioneer Adv. Lois Lowe 503.245.9138 loislowe@msn.com 

Silver Star Adv. Debi McElveny 360.254.4301 mikendeb@spiritone.com 

Silver Star Eagle Dick Lang 360.882.4982 dick@lang.org 

Sunset Trail Adv. Dawn Huff 503.524.3242 huffmdm@verizon.net 

Sunset Trail Eagle. Michael Huff 503.524.3242 huffmdm@verizon.net 

Three Rivers Adv. Dennis Nguyen 503. 454.1999 dennisnguyen@comcast.net 

Three Rivers Eagle Ed Holbrook 503.266.2478 no e-mail 

Thunderbird Adv. Mark Soots 503 491.5649 Scoutsplus@aol.com 

Thunderbird Eagle John Miller 503.253.4194 no e-mail 

Tillamook Adv. Perry Reeder 503.815.3937 no e-mail 

Tuality Both Brett Carter 503.628.0130 brettmcarter@yahoo.com 

Wapiti Adv. Ike Eisenbach 503.968.8734 ebach67@comcast.net 

Wapiti Eagle Scott Young 503.590.6917 scottyoung7@yahoo.com 

Willamette Adv. Bud Pinkerton 503.585.1552 bpinkerton@hughes.net 

Willamette Eagle Bill Shaffer 503.393.1773 no e-mail 

Quartermaster 

Sea Scouts Adv. Cindy Calderwood 503.544.9313 silvac@ohsu.edu 

Be sure to register early! The fee for individuals 

registering by February 15 is only 

$12 and includes a binder, class handouts, 

advancement resources, and lunch. The fee 

for those registering after February 15 is 

$20. Participants may choose up to five information 

and tip-packed courses from a 

variety of options covering all aspects of 

advancement in the different Scouting programs. 

The Nor’West Scout Shop will be on 

hand with advancement-related items for 

sale. 

This is the best opportunity of the year 

to learn about advancement policies and 

procedures and have your advancementrelated 

questions answered. Every unit is 

encouraged to have at least one person attend. 

Watch for information on-line at www. 

cpcbsa.org and at Roundtable. If you’d like 

more information, email Michael and Dawn 

Huff at huffmdm@verizon.net, call them at 

(503)-524-3242, or look for us at Pow Wow 

on November 15. 

Top Award Board 

Training 

Top Award Board Training provides excellent 

information for Eagle mentors and other 

unit leaders working with Scouts on their 

last push up the Eagle or Quartermaster trail. 

This is the first training of the year to receive 

training to be a chairperson for an Eagle or 

Quartermaster Board of Review. 

Saturday October 11, 2008 at the 

Hearthwood LDS Building, 220 NE Hearthwood 

Blvd. Vancouver, WA 98684. Registration 

starts at 8:30am. Classes run from 

9am - 1pm. 

Both new certification training and recertification 

training will be offered. However, 

you do not have to aspire to be a board 

chairman to take this training. The training 

also provides excellent information for Eagle 

mentors and other unit leaders working 

with Scouts on their last push up the Eagle 

trail. Understanding how Top Award Board 

of Reviews are conducted and what is required 

will help any unit leader be a better 

mentor to their Scouts. 

The “training year” runs through May, 

so for anyone whose certification expires 

May 31, 2009, this is the first opportunity 

to renew that certification. Re-certification 

is good for two years. Certification of new 

board chairmen (or chairmen whose certification 

has expired) is good for only one year. 

If your certification lapsed you will need to 

take the first year certification class again. 

So check your certification and make sure 

they do not lapse. Next training will be in 

January 2009. 

If you have any questions, contact Peter 

Harding at (503) 981-9269 or email at 

wood_harding@msn.com. 



Boy Scouts 

k e y pr o g r a m qu a l i t y indicators 

Advancement 

a s of a u g u s t 2008 

Cub Scouts 

BS Direct 

Contact Leaders 

Training 


CS Direct 

Contact Leaders 

Boy Scout Troops 

Good Turn for America 

Service 

Cub Scout Packs 


Boy Scout Youth 

Retention 

Cub Scout Youth 


f i n a n c e 


2008 Fall Popcorn Sale 

Memorials and 

The annual popcorn sale is in full swing with • Chinook – Robbie Hansen Tributes July/August 

Scouts across the council going door to 

360-431-6325 

door and standing in front of local businesses • Columbia Gorge – Ed Brands 2008 

sharing their stories and selling popcorn. 

360-253-9494 

If your unit has not signed up to sell popcorn 

and you are interested in doing so IT IS 

503-538-0749 • Gregory R. White 

• Eagle Valley – Ellen Mills 

In Memory of Cyril “Marvin” Ferrier 

NOT TO LATE. The sale goes till November • Ft. Clatsop – Laurie Kautz 

In Memory of Robert J. Fitzpatrick 

2nd so there is still plenty of time for your 

503-717-9111 

Scouts to get out there and sell some popcorn. 

Even if your unit is not selling popcorn 

360-576-0445 • Mary C. Carter 

• Ft. Vancouver – Don Baisley • Janna V. Brown 

and you son would like to, HE CAN. Just give • Lewis & Clark – Mike Davis • Robert & Roberta Forbes 

Shelley Staudinger a call, 503-225-5748 

503-771-3144 

• Patrick & Cinda Moneyhun 

and she will take care of you. 

• N. Clackamas – Daydra Blackburn 

Once again your Scouts are eligible to 

503-653-6022 • Terry & Debra Whitecotton 

participate in some special prize programs • Pioneer – Brenda Youngson 

In Memory of Maxine Humphrey 

we have set up to help motivate them in the 

503-635-3243 

• Eleanor & Richard Beight 

sale. From the “Fill it Up” program to the • Silver Star – Darlene Parnell 

“$1,500 Club Drawing” there are opportunities 

for Scouts at all levels of the sale. • Sunset Trail – Ron Whitby 

• Russell B. Harrison 

360-887-7190 • Dale & Nancy Edwards 

A new addition to the council prize program 

this year is the “Top Selling Pack” and • Three Rivers – Rick Peterson 

503-649-2916 • Cleo, Wanda & Larry Humphrey 

“Top Selling Troop” recognition. For this recognition 

we will host your unit at the Ever- 

• Thunderbird – Meg Winert • Greg & Mary Krpalek 

503-655-6605 • Helen I. Keller 

green Avation Museam in McMinnville for the 

503-667-1848 • Lindsay Brothers Farms 

day. For information on this and the other • Tillamook – Teri Fladstol 

recognition programs provided by the council 

please contact your District Popcorn Ker- 

• Tuality – John Small 503-466-4934 • Arlen & Eileen Samard 

503-812-6934 • Ralph & Viola ielsen 

nel or Shelley Staudinger at the council office. 

503-625-1428 

• Wapiti – Cindy Hillyard 

• Joan M. Sandeno 

Thanks to the effort of the District Popcorn 

Kernels this year’s sale has gone very 

503-856-9716 • Pauletta C. Wilson 

• Willamette – Trish Crenshaw 

• Sally A. Steelhammer 

smoothly. The next time you see one of them In the next issue we will have a complete In Memory of George H. Morgan 

please thank them for their outstanding efforts. 

This year our Popcorn Kernels are, (by totals. Thanks again to all of our units that 

listing of all our prize winners and our sales 

• Dennis & June Klee 

district): 

participated. 

• Erwin & Jeanette Strohl 

• Calapooia – Tami Day 

In Memory of William Woodworth 

541-497-3239 

• Robert & Vivian Terrall 

Meritorious Leadership Award Dinner Honoring Roderick C. Wendt 

Rod Wendt is president and CEO of JELD- 

WEN, inc., which has been recognized 

as Oregon’s largest, privately owned company. 

After graduating from Stanford University 

with a B.A. in Economics and earning 

his law degree from Willamette University, 

he joined the company in 1980. When 

he was named president of JELD-WEN 12 

years later, he was challenged by the realities 

of a global economy supercharged 

by rapid advances in information technology. 

It was a different world than what his 

father Dick Wendt faced when he founded 

the company in 1960. 

The Meritorious Leadership Award Dinner 

will recognize Roderick C. Wendt for his 

upstanding character, steady leadership 

within the global window and door industry, 

and charitable commitments. The evening 

will provide opportunity to learn about 

Scouting today, and raises necessary funds 

for Cascade Pacific Council. 

Opportunities to honor Rod by supporting 

the Meritorious Leadership Award Dinner 

include table sponsorships and individual 

tickets until ballroom capacity is reached. 

Meritorious Leadership 

Award Dinner 

Honoring 

Roderick C. Wendt 

October 28, 2008 

Portland Art Museum 



A Bequest to Further 

Good Work 

Nancy and David were dedicated volunteers. 

Over the years, they had seen 

many individuals impacted by the good work 

of our organization. They wanted to create 

a legacy to provide future support to continue 

our mission. 

Dave: The work of the Boy Scouts of 

America was important to us and we provided 

support with current gifts, but wanted 

to do more. We received their newsletter 

and noted that we could make a gift from 

our estate and join the Scouting Heritage 

Society. We saw a picture of smiling people 

just like us and we wanted to be part 

of that group. 

Nancy: We met with our lawyer to revise 

our wills and we each included a provision 

for a bequest. Our lawyer put language 

in the will that allows a percentage of our 

estate to go to the Boy Scouts of America 

local Endowment Fund. This was easy to arrange 

and permits us to still use our assets 

during our lives if we need them. 

We told their gift planner about our 

decision and were excited when we were 

invited to a special event honoring us. We 

will continue to make gifts during our lives, 

but it feels good to know that our support 

will help in the future. 

You also may want to make it easy and 

convenient to have a bequest included in 

your will. The language below shows how a 

bequest can very easily be included in your 

will. 

Example bequest language - feel free 

to change the numbers or percentages as 

you desire. 

1. Bequest of cash: “I bequeath the sum 

of $10,000 to The Cascade Pacific Council, 

Boy Scouts of America.” 

2. Bequest of a percent of the estate: “I 

devise and bequeath 20% of the remainder 

and residue of property owned at my 

death, whether real or personal, and wherever 

located to The Cascade Pacific Council, 

Boy Scouts of America.” 

3. Contingent Bequest: “If my brother John 

Doe survives me, I devise and bequeath 20% 

of the remainder and residue of property 

owned at my death, whether real or personal, 

and wherever located to John Doe. 

If John Doe does not survive me, then I devise 

and bequeath 20% of my residuary 

estate, whether real or personal property 

and wherever located to The Cascade Pacific 

Council, Boy Scouts of America.” 

f i n a n c e 

Why Write a Will? 

Whether you are married, single, widowed, 

or divorced, you need a will. 

In many cases, it has nothing to do with how 

large or small your estate may be. Without 

a will, your estate will not be distributed to 

those family members and organizations that 

you care about. The State will decide who 

gets your assets, and probably keep a sizable 

chunk of it for itself. Without a will, the 

State can also decide who takes care of your 

young children when you are gone. 

Without a will, your family and friends 

will suffer, but so will your church, your schools, 

and Scouting. Your bequest gift can make 

a real difference in the financial future of 

our council and the other organizations that 

are important to you and your family. Call 

us and ask for more information on the importance 

of a will and what it can mean to 

you. 

You spent a lifetime building your estate. 

Now it’s time to take a few minutes to 

protect that estate. For a FREE Wills kit, contact 

Director of Finance Services, Mike Egan, 

at 503.225.5779 or megan@cpcbsa.org. 

Family Values and 

Legacy Seminar 

Learn more about how you can increase your 

income and conserve your assets for those 

you care about. 

Join us on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00 

p.m. in Vancouver at the Water Resources 

Community Center. RSVP to Wendy at 

503.225.5777 or wwendt@cpcbsa.org. 

UPCOMING EVENTS 

How to Leave a Legacy with Values and Honor 

Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 

Water Resource Center, Vancouver 

BSA Golf Marathon 

Monday, October 20, 2008 

Langdon Farms Golf Course 


6th Annual Salem 

Distinguished Citizen 

Dinner 

Gerry Frank 

was honored 

by the 

Cascade Pacific 

Council on Friday, 

September 

26 at the Salem 

Conference Center 

in front of hundreds 

of his closest 

friends. Mr. 

Frank has long 

been an Oregon 

champion. Born into a legendary Oregon 

retail family, he worked in the family Meier 

& Frank store, later becoming a trusted confidant 

and chief of staff to Senator Mark Hatfield. 

Gerry managed to continue his varied 

interests outside of politics all through the 

26 years he served with the Senator. Gerry 

has served the Boy Scouts of America since 

1955 at the local, state and national levels 

and is a Silver Beaver recipient. Beyond 

Scouting, Gerry’s influence on Oregon good 

works, through his own philanthropic contributions 

and managing innumerable projects, 

is remarkable. Gerry was named Oregon’s 

first and only Premier Citizen by gubernatorial 

proclamation in 2000. 

The event was a significant fundraiser 

for local council operations and a grand 

celebration of Scouting in and around the 

Salem area. 

Meritorious Leadership Award Dinner Honoring Rod Wendt 

Tuesday, October 28, 2008 

Portland Art Museum 

2009 FRIENDS OF SCOUTING Campaign 

Kick off October 28 


Sco u t i n g in a c t i o n 


Do You Want to be a 

“Christian Service” 

Explorer? 

The Exploring Program is developing a 

“Christian Service” Explorer Post. The Post 

would focus on volunteer service, intercultural 

service, chaplaincy service, church ministry, 

helping the homeless, medical mission 

service, etc. For more information, please 

call Megan Wiesneski, Exploring Executive 

(503) 225-5763. 

Portland State 

Football Scout Day 

Portland State Football would like you to 

join them for the 1st Annual Viking Scout 

Day at PGE Park. The Vikings will be taking 

on Idaho State on October 25th and 

want all area Scouts at the game. Admission 

will be $5 for all Scouts and leaders. 

Activities will included a pre-game player 

tunnel, recognition by the PA Announcer, a 

welcome message on the Video Board, a 

special visit from Victor E. Viking, and inclusion 

in on-field promotions. For more information 

please contact Trae Roberts at 

503-725-4647. 

2008 Real World 

Youth Leadership 

Conference 

An event for youth, ages 14-20, featuring 

workshops presented by community 

leaders on the skills needed to succeed 

in the workplace and to prepare for college. 

Registration is limited. Be sure to sign 

up now! 

Saturday, October 18th, 2008 

University of Portland 

9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

Register @ 

www.joinexploring.com 

For more information, 

please call 

Megan Wiesneski 

(503) 225-5763 or 

email mwiesneski@ 

cpclfl.org 





Kids and Healthy Lifestyles: Camp Plays Positive Role 

With childhood obesity affecting one in 

five children, camps play a vital role 

in turning back this national trend. Camps 

are important partners for parents and children 

who want to make positive changes 

that keep kids active and eating right all 

year long. 

The Culprits 

H e a l t h 

professionals 

agree that 

numerous environmental 

and 

social factors 

are at play 

when it comes 

to the eating 

and exercise 

behaviors of 

young people. 

The era of 

“walking uphill 

two miles to school every day” is long-gone 

for most kids, and with the availability of 

buses and carpools, most children no longer 

walk to school. Playing outside is also decreasing 

with children spending much more 

time indoors than children ten or twenty 

years ago. 

It’s no surprise to concerned parents that 

many children spend too much time with inactive 

technology, devoting as much as three 

to five hours a day to TV or computer-related 

entertainment. Almost everyone is familiar 

with the Food Guide Pyramid, but not 

many people are as familiar with the Physical 

Activity Pyramid. According to the Council 

for Physical Education for Children, sixty 

minutes is the minimum amount of physical 

activity recommended for children. Ideally, 

children should engage in flexibility games 

and exercises as well as muscular fitness activities 

at least three times a week, have active 

aerobics, active sports and recreation 

activities be a part of each day’s activities, 

and gather many of the sixty minutes of 

moderate and vigorous activities from outside 

play, games, walking, and other physical 

exercise. Camps offer an optimal environment 

to encourage varying levels of 

physical challenges, teach lifelong active 

recreational pursuits, and establish opportunities 

to learn active lifestyle behaviors. 

A Healthy Attitude at Camp 

Camps and their staffs make sure that 

camp programs offer opportunities for 

healthy and active living. If children begin 

to change some of their food and activity 

habits at camp, they might be able to transfer 

some of these behaviors when they return 

home. 

How do camps help? For starters, camps 

continue doing what they do best, which is 

focusing on the positive development of children. 

Camp is, after all, for kids. 

• Camps can help children learn to like foods 

that are good for them by presenting good 

choices in a fun, safe environment. 

• Camps can provide older children and 

young adults as mentors for the children, to 

support positive, healthy behavior. 

• Camps can teach children that physical exercise 

is fun and can be an activity of choice 

over television and video games. 

• Camp environments can become the safest 

activity-oriented learning center outside the 

school system by working in tandem with education 

and nutrition. 

Food and Nutrition at Camp 

Many camps look for innovative, fun, 

tasty ways to provide healthy choices and 

decision-making skills to their campers. 

The following list includes some “tried-andtrue” 

techniques found at camps: 

• Teach children to alter food preferences 

by giving them good choices 

• Offer taste tests, expose children to new 

foods 

• Encourage eating breakfast 

• Offer new exercise/activity programs 

• Reduce “fast food” and junk food for snacks 

and side dishes (chips, cookies, candy, etc.) 

• Educate children about healthy eating and 

knowing when to stop eating 

Physical Activity at Camp 

Most camp programs are synonymous 


with activity from walking to field games, 

and the best camps challenge themselves 

every year by offering fresh activities to 

draw in new campers and excite returning 

campers. What works: 

• Physical fitness fun with contests and 

games 

• Active role models at camp 

• Physical activity that doesn’t require lots 

of equipment 

• Positive feedback on the process of doing 

your best, emphasizing participation rather 

than winning or being the best 

• Focus on fun and gaining a healthier lifestyle 

Social Support 

If young people see peers and adults 

they admire, like their counselors and other 

campers, engaged in enjoyable active pursuits, 

they will likely want to model a similar 

behavior. In the company of new and 

old friends, these new adventures, as well 

as the shared, nutritious meals are simply 

more rewarding. 

Camps can play a vital role in contributing 

to lifelong patterns of exercise and 

excellent nutrition. Camp is a great place 

to offer good food, great activities, a positive 

environment, safe location, and most of 

all, fun. 

Adapted from the article, “Kids and 

Healthy Lifestyles,” by Viki Kappel Spain; M. 

Deborah Bialeschki, Ph.D.; Karla A. Henderson, 

Ph.D., published in the Sep/Oct 2005 issue 

of Camping Magazine; Reprinted by permission 

of the American Camp Association; 

copyright 2006 American Camping Association, 

Inc. 

Childhood Obesity a National Issue 

As illustrated by the map shown here, childhood obesity is a nationwide issue. According to 

national survey, Washington 

ranks 5th best with 25% 

of 10-17 year-olds who 

are overweight or obese. 

Oregon ranks 6th best (tied 

with six other states) with 

26% obesity rate for this 

age group. The lowestranked 

state, Kentucky, had 

a 38% obesity rate for 10- 

17 year-olds. 

Source: KIDS COUNT analysis of the 2003 National Survey of Children’s Health; as 

posted at www.kidscount.org



Safety Reminder: Paintball is Prohibited in Scouting 

The following is an excerpt from a bulletin 

sent by the National BSA organization to 

Scout Executives, reminding councils of the 

policy about paintball: 

“Risk Management and Health and Safety 

have received several inquiries as to 

whether paintball and laser tag are authorized 

Scouting activities. Per the Guide 

to Safe Scouting, “The following activities 

have been declared unauthorized and restricted 

by the Boy Scouts of America . . 

. Pointing any type of firearm (including 

paintball, dye, or lasers) at any individual 

is unauthorized.” 

Over the last several years, we have 

learned of three serious eye injuries that 

have taken place on Scouting outings in 

which paintball was one of the activities. 

Be aware of the following alert, which 

soon will be posted on the Scouting Safely 

area of www.scouting.org: Paintball is 

prohibited in Scouting! 

Paintball poses a significant risk of injury, 

especially among children. In contrast 

to other Scouting activities involving 

firearms, the object of paintball is to 

fire a pellet—at a speed of at least 300 

feet per second—at another human. A 

paintball that hits the body may produce 

a mere sting or welt, but a paintball that 

strikes an eyeball can cause severe injury 

to the eye and even blindness. The Consumer 

Product Safety Commission noted 

three deaths between 2002 and 2005 

from paintball gun equipment.” 

Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp Needs your Help 

Imagine the look 

of friendship in 

your Scout’s eyes 

as he introduces 

you to his newest 

friend. Imagine 

now, how proud 

you’ll feel when 

you realize that 

his new friend is 

a child with special 

needs. Imagine 

all the things 

both new friends 

will learn. 

Chief Scout 

Executive Bob 

Mazzuca asked that all Scout leaders become 

“advocates for children”. Two of the 

key elements to this advocacy are successfully 

mentoring children and special needs 

children. 

There is no better way to serve these 

key elements than through service projects for 

the benefit of the Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. 

From service projects, Good Turn for America 

through Eagle Projects, our camp provides 

a bounty of opportunities for Scouts to give 

back and learn much in return. For 74 years, 

Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp has been providing 

for the special needs of our campers and, 

at the same time, providing the growth and 

learning experiences of a lifetime to those 

who help our campers. The camp provides 

Scouting 

leaders 

are strongly 

advised to 

a c q u i r e 

a copy 

of the 

Guide to 

Safe Scouting 

and use it 

when planning events. The guide provides 

rules and guidelines for providing safe 

Scouting activities for our children. The guide 

is available online at www.scouting.org, and 

free of charge at Cascade Pacific Council 

volunteer service centers. 

eight week long summer camp sessions for 

developmentally disabled campers ages 9 

to 35. A separate program provides for the 

special needs of children with Autism Spectrum 

Disorder through four week long sessions. 

If you would like details of the camp 

please visit www.mhkc.org. But there is much 

more than just service at our facilities. Our 

facilities are also available for Scouts to usecamping, 

climbing, the ropes course and our 

zip line. We have room for camping or can 

provide indoor facilities. Couple that with a 

service project and we will find a rate that 

will fit your needs. 

Call today to learn how helping our 

mission will further your mission. We need 

your help. Tod Thayer at (503) 452-7416 

ext. 103 tod@mhkc.org. 

Want to see the 2008 Christmas Ships Up Close? 

All Silver Beavers and Silver Beaver Association Members are welcome 

to join the Sea Scouts Ship Reliant Christmas Cruise. Space 

is limited and so sign-up early. 

Date: Friday, December 12, 2008 

Cost: $20.00 per person. Payment will be online 

Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM 

Pre-registration is required Go to http://www.cpcbsa.org/register 





SUDOKU: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains 

the digits 1 through 9. 

Easy puzzle 

#1 

#2 

Hard puzzle 

District Committees Serve and 

Strengthen Units 

The district committee is the foundation supporting Scouting units in a geographic 

area. The district monitors resources to ensure growth through 

coordinated volunteer efforts. 

District committees are made up of community leaders interested in 

providing Scouting to the youth in their neighborhoods, and in instilling 

character-building values of the Scouting program. “The purpose of the 

district is to work through chartered organizations and community groups 

to organize and support Scout units.” 

Each district consists of many packs, troops, teams and crews. The 

functional process of a quality district committee is membership, finance, 

program activity and unit service. Volunteers are asked to support Scouting 

as district leaders. Districts work to establish a solid core of key volunteers 

willing to meet monthly to guide the district through key committees 

of specific interests related to the Scouting program. 

Simply, volunteers whose interest in membership growth, leadership training, 

financial stewardship and calendar activities (the fun stuff) take on 

the role of assisting Scouting units. 

There are never too many volunteers serving in a district. Scouting 

is successful because of volunteers within district committees. Scouts deserve 

the best in trained leaders, quality and safe activities; when these 

are present Scouting is able to grow. A solid volunteer base within your 

District helps guarantee a positive experience for you and your Scouts. 

Solution #1: 

Solution #2: 



The Goal (Centennial Quality Unit) 

As 

Commissioners, 

our 

ultimate goal is 

to see that all 

of the unit’s we 

serve are healthy 

and strong. We 

also want each 

unit we serve, to 

earn the Centennial 

Quality Unit 

Award. This is a 

standard benchmark 

for a successful unit. 

At the end of October, units are eligible 

to earn this award. At this point, hopefully 

each unit has had an opportunity to review 

these goals with their assigned commissioner. 

Goals were set at the beginning of the 

year to see how progress is measured. It is 

not too late to fill out the form and earn 

the award by year’s end. Units are eligible 

to earn the award through December 31st. 

We need to have this important goal in mind, 

that all of the units we serve are healthy 

and strong. Let’s focus our attention on this 

c o m m i s s i o n e r se r v i c e 

Commissioner Service Calendar 

Oct 22 7:30 pm Council Roundtable Commissioners Meeting CPC Office 

Oct 28 7:00 pm Top Team Meeting PDX Stake Center 

Nov 19 7:30 pm Council Roundtable Commissioners Meeting CPC Office 

Nov 24 6:30 pm Council Commissioner Cabinet Meeting CPC Office 

Nov 24 7:00 pm Council Commissioner Meeting CPC Office 

Dec 15 6:30 pm Council Commissioner Cabinet Meeting CPC Office 

Dec 15 7:00 pm Council Commissioner Meeting CPC Office 

Be sure and visit the 

commissioner page at 

www.cpcbsa.org for 

updated information 

and tools for the 

commissioner staff. 

No roundtable Commissioners this month 

key area through the end of the year. 

Commissioners are district and council 

leaders who help Scout units succeed. 

They coach and consult with adult leaders 

of Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, 

Venturing crews and Varsity teams. Commissioners 

help maintain the standards of 

the Boy Scouts of America. They also oversee 

the unit charter renewal plan so that 

each unit reregisters on time with an optimum 

number of youth and adult members. 

Are you a person who loves to help and 

serve in Scouting? Then maybe commissioner 

service is just right for you. Do you know 

of someone who could assist units in achieving 

their best? See your District Commissioner 

on how you can help. 

Jeff Smith, Council Commissioner 

SCOUTING CHANGES LIVES 

Charter Renewal 

Commissioner 

Resources: 

Be sure and visit 

the Nor’West Scout 

Shop for the latest 

resource material for 

Commissioners. Are 

you prepared? 

Monthly Meetings 

The 4th Wednesday each month 7:30PM, 

Portland council office. There is a meeting 

held for Roundtable Commissioners and 

Roundtable Staff members. This is a required 

meeting for each district to send representatives 

to. The council commissioner staff 

works very hard each month to provide resource 

materials and great ideas, so each 

district can have a quality roundtable. Make 

plans to attend each month throughout the 

year, questions? Contact Sharon Kuroda (Cub 

Scouts) at (360) 423-6564/ hoothoot@ 

kalama.com or Sharon Cox (Cub Scouts) 

at (503) 658-5185 and Steve Leach (Boy 

Scouts) at (360) 425-2114 or leach2629@ 

comcast.net 

Also starting this month is our annual Charter Renewal. Online Charter Renewal 

is the official method for the Cascade Pacific Council. This is the time of year 

that unit members renew their registration; all commissioners play a vital role in this. 

Charters are to be turned in to your District by the November 15th deadline. Ask 

your District Commissioner how you can help with this very important process. District 

Commissioner’s will be handing charter packets out at the October Roundtables. 

Charter renewal training will also be offered by the commissioner staff. The 

unit committee is responsible for the charter renewal, a representative from the unit 

needs to be at the roundtable to receive their charter packet and also take part 

in a short training for Online Charter Renewal. Questions? Please see your District 

Commissioner or District Executive. 



Cub Scout Mascot Costumes 


m e m b e r s h i p 

2008 Fall Membership Plan 

October 

• Packs conduct a ‘My Best Friend is a Cub Scout” peer to peer 

recruiting campaign. 

• New boys attend Cub Scout Open Houses at council camps 

• Pack holds a second join night as part of the October pack meeting 

• New leaders complete training. 

• All leaders attend POW WOW. 

• Online Charter renewal process will begin. New youth who join in 

October need to have an application turned into the office. 

November 

• Packs conduct a “Life after Sports membership campaign. 

• Parents are encouraged to invite families they do sports with join 

the pack. 

• Join Event held as part of the November pack meeting. 

December 

• New youth in December need to turn in an application. 

• District Executives to begin clean up process. 

TRUSTWORTHY LOYAL HELPFUL FRIENDLY COURTEOUS KIND 

SCOUTING 

CHANGES LIVES 

OBEDIENT CHEERFUL THRIFTY BRAVE CLEAN REVERENT 

Why Should Your Boys Get Boys’ Life? 

• Boys’ Life brings Scouting into the home 12 times a year. Most family members read 

part or all of Boys’ Life and become more supportive of Scouting. 

• Boys’ Life shows the outcomes of the BSA values-based program. 

• Boys’ Life fosters a positive Scouting image in the minds of those most receptive to 

our program. 

• Boys’ Life helps readers understanding how Scouting offers a unique value to its members 

and their families. 

• Boys’ Life is thematic and stimulates the Scout’s awareness of Scouting’s monthly program. 

• Boys’ Life helps make Scouts feel a part of the USA-wide Scouting movement. 

• Boys’ Life keeps a boy thinking about Scouting during his quiet time and even when 

he misses some meetings. 

Is your pack or troop a 100% Boys’ Life? Sign up today!! 

Tiger, Wolf, and Bear mascot costumes are available for checkout at the office. The 

mascots are a great hit at back-to-school nights, school lunch, recess, and classroom 

visits. 

Mascots need to be escorted by a ‘handler’ who will help the person wearing the 

costume. A $50 deposit per costume is due when they are picked up. Reservations can 

be made six months in advance at the Portland Volunteer Service Desk. 


A Great Resource — 

Tiger Mobile Truck 

The Tiger Mobile truck is a Ford Explorer 

that has been decorated with Tiger Stripes. 

The Tiger Mobile is available to use free of 

charge to any registered adult, 25 years of 

age or older, licensed and insured, for Cub 

Scout publicity. Many packs use the Tiger 

Truck at parades, at back-to-school nights, 

and at the Join Night. 

It is expected that the Tiger Mobile will 

be returned groomed and well fed, clean 

and full of gas. Reservations for the Tiger 

Mobile can be made one year in advance of 

the date. For example, the earliest a reservation 

can be made for October 31, 2009 

is October 31, 2008. To reserve the truck, 

contact Lisa Sheehan at 503.225.5749 or 

lsheehan@cpcbsa.org. 

Pinewood Derby Cars 

are Back 

The Cascade Pacific Council will be providing 

pinewood derby cars to every registered 

Scout in packs that achieve a 10% 

growth in youth membership over the December 

31, 2007 report for their pack. 

This was a popular incentive for packs to 

recruit more boys over the previous year. 

Need more recruiting ideas? Be sure 

to talk to your district membership chair or 

your district executive when attending your 

district membership kickoff to get more information 

on how to receive your cars. 

Flyers & Stickers & 

Postcards 

The council office staff is happy to provide 

the printed flyers and stickers for distribution 

in schools. The ‘Fall Roundup Support 

Request’ form is a sheet to help volunteers 

select which flyers to use and to make sure 

all the needed information is provided. Copies 

of the form are available on the council 

web site, on the Forms link. Additional information 

may be printed on the back of the 

flyer by providing a master copy in black 

and white with the request form. Completed 

forms may be faxed, mailed, e-mailed 

or delivered in person to the council. Flyers 

and stickers are generally available for 

pick up four working days from when the 

flyer request is made. Cub Scout volunteers 

may contact the Portland or Salem Scout offices 

to have flyers made.

m e m b e r s h i p 


National Parent Initiative 

Scouting has always depended on volunteer registered adult leaders, 

primarily Parents of Scouts, to lead packs, troops, crews and ships. It 

is also part of Scouting’s tradition that most parents who are not registered 

leaders pitch in from time to time to help out. To encourage involvement 

and more engagement of volunteers at all levels, the Boy Scouts of 

America has developed the National Parent Initiative. 

The National Parent Initiative is a unique opportunity to engage more 

parents in Scouting, especially at the unit level. The emphasis is on capturing 

a parent’s interest and support in becoming more involved and committed 

to the success of their child’s Scouting experience. It will enhance 

youth and adult enthusiasm, recruitment, retention, achievement, and family 

FUN of Scouting with a passionate commitment by all who participate. 

A new position has been created and will officially be part of the 

program on Sept. 1, 2008. the adult application will allow for registration 

in this position, as well as making their commitment on the youth application. 

ScoutParents Unit Cordinator 

All units are encouraged to appoint at least one ScoutParent unit coordinator 

who will serve as a registered member of the unit committee or as 

one of its assistant leaders. 

The ScoutParent unit coordinator welcomes all parents to the unit and 

keeps them informed by doing the following: 

1) Assign parents to help with at least one specific task, assignment, 

or project annually 

2) Provide an orientation for all parents about how the unit works 

and the benefits to their family. 

3) Keep parents updated on the unit’s program and their child’s involvement. 

ScoutParent 

Those parents who are willing and able to committ to their Scout’s unit 

are invited to become ScoutParents. There is a wide range of tasks and 

they vary as to time and skills required. Examples of potential tasks: financial 

support, assist with outings, performing an occasional task, etc. 

Cub Scout Den Leader kit 

Every new Den Leader should have the resource 

titled Den Leader Kit. The folder contains 

many resources that a Den Leader will find 

valuable to them in their new position. 

First impressions are important and Cub Scouting 

is no different. Boys join Scouting for excitement, 

to be with friends, and to have fun. If 

your first meetings are fun they will want to come 

back next month. 

Contents include Fall Program Helps, Program 

ideas for the first Month of Den Meetings, Planning 

guide and directions on how to become a 

Trained Leader. You can get copies of this kit 

from your District Executive. 

Cub Scout Open Houses 

What does every new boy want when they join in the 

fall? To go to camp, of course! So, be sure to invite all 

of your new cub scouts to one of the council cub scout open 

house opportunities in October. The Cub Scout open house 

will offer a variety of camp activities, including games, crafts, 

Archery, BB Guns, and they will even get a patch. The cost 

for all of this fun? Nothing. The invitations will be included 

in the fall round up packets each pack will receive at their 

district membership kickoffs in August. 

Cub Scouts can choose from two October weekends at 

four locations: 

Saturday October 18, 2008 

Cub World and Camp Ireland 


Cub World, Gilbert Ranch, and Lewis 

Bring a friend and be sure to dress for the weather! 

District Membership Chairs 

Council Vice President, Membership 

Jim Grabski 

503.658.8088 

jgrabski@jedunn-nw.com 

Pacific Service Area 

Fort Clatsop Karen Gill 503.325.5108 

Lewis & Clark Pat Meyer 503.281.9289 

Pioneer Mark White 503.225.5745 

Sea Scouts Tim Calderwood 503.639.4310 

Scoutreach Benita Andrews 503.289.7434 

Sunset Trail Eric Hearn 503.225.5737 

Tuality Jim Rossetti 503.648.9398 

Wapiti Todd McDonald 503.225.5750 

Columbia Service Area 

Chinook Jesse Ramieriz 360.274.7147 

Columbia Gorge Morgan Andersen 360.834.3232 

Fort Vancouver Maxine Davison 360.696.9387 

Mid.Columbia Mike Vosika 541.493.4011 

North Clackamas Scot Forbes 503.225.5736 

Silver Star Bennett Jacobs 503.225.5738 

Three Rivers Andrea Raschio 503.759.3764 

Thunderbird Sally Palmiter 503.667.2109 

Cascade Service Area 

Calapooia Dustin Johnson 541.905.5327 

Eagle Valley John Andrews 503.487.1241 

Tillamook Sharon Larson 503.472.3868 

Willamette Scott West 503.769.0629 

Scouting and Soccer Service Area 

Americas 



VP of Activities 

What does the Council Vice President of 

Activities do you may ask? Well here 

is your answer. It is my duty: 

• To visit districts and assess their needs 

and be of support to them 

• To be a support for the District Activity 

Chairs 

• To provide information and support 

materials about upcoming council activities. 

• To create council wide activities as needed. 

• To educate Activity chairs on new programs. 

• To help the District Activity committee 

as needed. 

• To assist the Executive Board and professional 

staff as called upon. 

• To improve all aspects of activities in 

the council. 

If anyone has any questions then please 

feel free to contact me. The best way is 

email redfox@ipns.com. My phone number 

is 503-434-1646. 


g o o d tu r n fo r am e r i c a 

Do you have a SUPER DUPER story 

to share with everyone about a 

service that your unit has provided? 

Then we would love to hear from 

you. Please include your contact information 

and unit number. You can 

email your story to programdirector@cpcbsa.org. 

Good Turn for America is a National Call to 

Service 

Since the BSA’s inception in 1910, members have learned to live the principles of the Scout 

Oath and Law through community service and “helping other people at all times.” With 

that history in mind, the BSA has developed a service initiative - Good Turn for America. 

What began with a singular act of service on a foggy London night quickly evolved 

into daily Good Turns and then into more encompassing national initiatives. These have 

included selling war bonds, collecting rubber and scrap metal, growing victory gardens 

during World War II, and more recently, Scouting for Food. 

We now have the opportunity to raise our levels of community service and increase 

awareness of the Scouting program within our neighborhoods. Nationally, the Boy Scouts 

of America has partnered with The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, the American 

Red Cross, the American Cancer Society, America’s Second Harvest, and the Department 

of Homeland Security to increase 

our efforts in meeting the challenges 

of the 21st century. 


will build on our members’ and 

participants’ current service efforts 

and will also include important 

partnerships with other 

community service organizations. 

These partnerships will provide 

many additional avenues for all 

of our members and participants 

to provide community service in 

their neighborhoods. 


The Sweet 16 of BSA 

Safety 

When considering a unit outing, these 

16 safety points, which embody good 

judgment and common sense, are applicable 

to all activities. 

1. Qualified Supervision: Every BSA activity 

should be supervised by a conscientious 

adult who understands and knowingly accepts 

responsibility for the well-being and 

safety of the youth in his or her care. The 

supervisor should be sufficiently trained, experienced 

and skilled in the activity and be 

confident of their ability to lead and teach 

the necessary skills and to respond effectively 

in the event of an emergency. Knowledge 

of all BSA standards and a commitment 

to follow BSA policy and procedures 

are essential parts of the supervisor’s qualifications. 

2. Physical Fitness: The supervisor should 

receive a complete health history and medical 

form for all participants who are participating 

in activities. The supervisor should 

anticipate potential risks associated with 

individual health conditions. Neither youth 

nor adults should participate in activities for 

which they are unfit. To do so would place 

both the individual and others at risk. 

3. Buddy System: Using the “buddy system” 

in Scouting has shown that it is always 

best to have at least one other person with 

you and aware at all times of your circumstances 

and what you are doing. 

4. Safe Area or Course: A key part of 

the supervisors’ responsibility is to know the 

area or course for the activity and to determine 

that it is well-suited and free of hazards. 

5. Equipment Selection and Maintenance: 

Most activities require some specialized 

equipment. The equipment should be selected 

to suit the participants, the activity 

and should include appropriate safety features. 

All equipment should be checked for 

condition prior to the activity and is properly 

used and maintained during the activity. 

6. Personal Safety Equipment: The supervisor 

must assure that every participant has 

and uses the appropriate personal safety 

equipment. Boating activities require the 

use of a PFD; bikers, horseback riders and 

whitewater kayakers need helmets; skaters 

need protective gear; and all need to be 

dressed for warmth and utility. 

7. Safety Procedures and Policies: Common 

sense procedures and standards can 

continued on pg. 17

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Winter Camping and Hypothermia 

Hypothermia is the most common of all 

cold-related injuries. It can happen on 

any winter/cold weather campout and 

at almost any time of the day 

or night. 

Hypothermia is a fall in 

body temperature to below 

96 o F. It causes drowsiness, 

lowers breathing, lowers 

heart rates and can lead 

to unconsciousness and death 

if left untreated. It is caused by 

prolonged exposure to extremely 

cold weather, swimming in cold water or 

wearing damp clothing in cold conditions. 

A person suffering from hypothermia is 

usually pale, puffy faced and listless and 

is often drowsy and confused. Persons suffering 

from mild hypothermia will usually 

respond when given warm beverages and 

covering their heads with a dry, warm covering. 

Hypothermia is a medical emergency 

and anyone suffering from it should receive 

immediate medical attention! 

Following are tips anyone can use in 

preventing and or dealing with hypothermia: 

• Shirts and other garments should 

be of a material that will stop wind 

and shed rain and snow. Some synthetic 

materials work well. Denim 

jackets and shirts are not the proper 

material that Scouts should be 

wearing on a winter campout! 

• As with coats and shirts, the outer 

pair of pants should stop the 

wind and shed rain and snow. Some 

types of ski pants do really well. 

The most expensive is not necessarily 

the best. Look for material 

that allows the skin to breathe 

both in and out. A 60% synthetic 

to 40% natural blend should allow 

the natural fibers to cut the wind 

and allow moisture to pass through 

in both directions. 

• Examine your campsite carefully 

before setting up your tent making 

sure that in case it rains the rain 

will flow away from the tent. 

• Place a canvas under the tent, but 

be careful not to have your canvas 

extend beyond your rain fly. 

• Be sure to use your ground cloth 

before setting on a wet surface, 

even if you are only taking a short 

break during a hike. 

• PREVENTING hypothermia should 

begin with each individual Scout 

or leader, however it is mandatory 

that the leader check to make sure 

that all participants are dressed 

properly and have the proper 

equipment before going on an 

outing! 

The Sweet 16 of BSA Safety Continued... 

greatly reduce any risk. These should be 

known by all participants and the supervisor 

must assure compliance. 

8. Skill Level Limits: Every activity has 

a minimum skill level, and 

the supervisor must identify 

this level and be sure 

that participants are not 

put at risk by attempting 

any activity beyond their 

abilities. The swim test at 

summer camp defines conditions 

for safe swimming 

on the basis of individual 

ability. 

9. Weather Check: The 

risks of outdoor activities 

vary substantially with 

weather conditions. Weather 

hazards and the appropriate responses 

should be understood and anticipated. 

10. Planning: Safe activity follows a plan 

that bas been conscientiously developed by 

the experienced supervisor. Good planning 

minimizes risks and also anticipates contingencies 

that may require an emergency response 

or a change of plan. 

11. Communications: 

The supervisor needs to be 

able to communicate effectively 

with participants 

as needed during the activity. 

Emergency communications 

also need to be 

considered in advance. 

12. Permits and Notices: 

Tour permits, council 

registration, government 

or landowner authorization 

and similar formalities 

are the supervisor’s responsibility 

when required. 

Appropriate notifications should be directed 

to parents, enforcement authorities, landowner 

and others before and after the activity. 

The Guide to Safe 

Scouting- A Great Tool 

The Scouts in our unit would like to go rafting, 

what are the rules? We need to do our 

annual meeting place inspection, where do 

we get the forms? This information, and 

so much more is available in the Guide to 

Safe Scouting. 

The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting 

is to prepare adult leaders to conduct 

Scouting activities in a safe and prudent 

manner. The policies and guidelines have 

been established because of the real need 

to protect members from known hazards that 

have been identified through eighty-plus 

years of experience. Limitations on certain 

activities should not be viewed as stumbling 

blocks; rather, policies and guidelines are 

best described as stepping-stones toward 

safe and enjoyable adventures. The guide 

is distributed in printed format by the council, 

and is also available online at www.cpcbsa.org 

Unit leaders should be aware of state 

or local government regulations that supersede 

Boy Scouts of America policies and 

guidelines. 

13. First Aid Resources: The supervisor 

should determine what supplies to include 

among the activity equipment. The level of 

first aid training appropriate for the activity 

needs to be considered. A trek over remote 

terrain requires more first aid resources 

than an afternoon activity in a local community. 

14. Applicable Laws: BSA safety policies 

generally parallel or go beyond legal mandates, 

but the supervisor should confirm and 

assure compliance with all regulations or 

statutes. 

15. CPR Resource: Any strenuous activity, 

remote trek, or aquatic program could involve 

a cardiac emergency. BSA strongly 

recommends that an adult trained in CPR 

be part of the leadership for any BSA activity. 

16. Discipline: No supervisor is effective if 

they cannot control the activity and individual 

participants. Participants must respect 

their leaders and follow their directions. 



What makes a Leader Trained? 


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We often hear that question. Most leaders know that they need to be trained, but are 

not sure exactly what that means. Below are the requirements for each position to 

be “trained” in our computer tracking system. If you are registered for one of these positions 

and know that you have not taken all these courses, chances are that you’re not officially 

trained. Please see your District Executive or District Training Chair to figure out 

how to correct this. You and they can either get you the training you need, or use a Training 

Correction Form to update your records and show you have completed the training. 

Here are the requirements for many positions: 

• Cub Scout leaders are considered trained when they have completed New Leader 

Essentials and the Cub Scout Leader Specific training for their position. 

• Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they 

have completed New Leader Essentials, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster 

Leader Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. 

• Troop committee members are considered trained when they have completed 

New Leader Essentials and the Troop Committee Challenge as their Leader Specific 

training. 

• are considered trained when they have 

Varsity Scout leaders and assistants 

completed New Leader Essentials, Varsity Scout Leader Specific Training (available 

April 2002), and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. 

• Venturing crew Advisors, assistant Advisors, and crew committee 

members are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials 

and Venturing Leader Specific Training. 

Council is Committed to 

Training. 

Make a commitment to yourself and to the 

children you serve to get the training you 

need to thrive as a Scouting volunteer. 

That’s the message the council wants to reinforce 

this fall as it energizes the Council Training 

Team with a specific mission to expand district 

training programs so that all Scouters have 

the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. 

With the goal of preparing all volunteers for 

the important roles they play in their units, the 

Council Training Team extends a special invitation 

to all district training chairs to attend this 

month’s Top Team meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28. 

Come learn about some exciting new ideas for 

promoting training and join in a conversation 

about the council’s training needs and challenges. 

Council Training Chairman Jim Virgin will 

highlight some new ideas for making districtlevel 

training events more accessible and more 

convenient for volunteers. Our goal is to put a 

fresh focus on the core background that every 

volunteer needs to do a great job: New Leader 

Essentials for every volunteer and Leader 

Specific Training for every position. We need 

your help to make this work. The Training Team 

asks every district to make sure that someone 

will be there. For more information, contact 

Jim (360.882.6502) or John Cullicott from the 

Council Training Team (503.699.4911). Mark 

you calendar now for Oct. 28, 7 pm. 


Leadership Development 

Conference 

Our OA Lodge will be conducting its fifth 

annual council-wide Leadership Development 

Conference (LDC) on Saturday November 

22 at La Salle High School (11199 

S.E. Fuller Road, Milwaukie, Oregon). LDC 

2008 is aimed at Boy Scout troop and patrol 

leaders between the ages of 13-17 and 

preferably First Class rank or higher. Participants 

do not need to be members of the 

Order of the Arrow. Registered Scouters are 

also welcome and encouraged to attend. 

This youth-led OA-sponsored leadership 

conference offers exceptional training 

in a one-day event, bringing together 

our best youth instructors from throughout 

our council. The conference reinforces critical 

leadership skills including how to build 

more effective teams, improve communication 

and planning skills, and motivate others 

to achieve success. Cost is only $10 for 

the day, which includes lunch. Go to www. 

cpcbsa.org/register to sign up today. 

District Training Chairs 

Pacific Service Area 

Ft. Clatsop Rod Clark 503.338.3806 rclark@cgcalert.uscg.mil 

Lewis & Clark Mary Ellen Hepp 503.335.2738 

maryellen.hepp@fredmeyer.com 

Pioneer Sherri McPherson 503.558.8556 smcpherson@orcpa.org 

Sea Scouts Cristi Wilkins cristipdx@yahoo.com 

Sunset Trail Jim Holmstrom 503.524.7853 Scouterjimh@comcast.net 

Tuality Carl Yergen 503.647.5393 

olgriznmamabear@msn. 

com 

Wapiti Tom Kroen 503.692.2799 tkroen@yahoo.com 

Columbia Service Area 

Chinook Sharon Kuroda 360.423.6564 hoothoot@kalama.com 

Columbia Gorge Mario Raia 360.254.3603 Mario@combined-IQ.com 

Ft. Vancouver Julie Pond 360.573.2401 juliejpond@msn.com 

Mid-Columbia Jeff McCaw 541.386.4950 jeff@printitinc.com 

N. Clackamas Carolyn Frietas 503.513.6265 carolyn_freitas@msn.com 

Silver Star Dennis Moore 360.687.3549 dvldocmoore@aol.com 

Three Rivers Al Tate 503.266.9456 altate@teleport.com 

Thunderbird Dan LeBrun 503.668.8533 lebrun2@verizon.net 

Cascade Service Area 

Calapooia Jon Aaberg 541.967.6855 

Eagle Valley Doug Reynolds 503.662.4112 

douglas.f.reynolds@tek. 

com 

Tillamook Sharon Larson 503.472.3868 slarson@cpcbsa.org 

Willamette Cott Thompson olcott@open.org

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Training a critical step for every adult to 

ensure quality Scouting program 

Basic Leader Training is designed to give 

position-related information to all adult 

leaders in Scouting. Building on the foundation 

established in Fast Start Training, Basic 

Leader Training goes into greater detail. 

Basic Leader Training has two parts: 

New Leader Essentials is for all new leaders 

in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, 

and Venturing. It helps with developing 

an understanding of Scouting goals, organization 

and programs. This training is the beginning 

point and is a required component 

to be considered a trained Cub Scout, Boy 

Scout or Venturing 

leader. 

It is usually 

done in 

conjunction 

with leader 

specific 

training. It 

highlights the 

values, aims, history, 

funding, and methods of the Scouting 

program. Once completed, it need not be 

taken again, even if the leader moves to a 

different position or program level. 

Leader Specific Training gives a leader 

the knowledge and skills needed for their 

specific position. Leader Specific Training is 

available for the following positions in Scouting: 

• Tiger Cub leader 

• Cub Scout den leader & assistant 

• Webelos den leader & assistant 

Cub Scout Adult Pow-Wow! 

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• Cubmaster & assistant 

• Unit committee members 

• Scoutmaster / Varsity Coach & asst 

• Venturing Advisor and assistant 

Basic Leader Training goes into greater detail 

on youth development and boy behavior, 

program planning, activities, and the purposes 

of the program. It is usually presented 

in one or two group sessions. 

Every Scout leader should complete 

Basic Leader Training; it prepares leaders 

to deliver a quality, fun-filled program. 

Leaders who understand the whys and hows 

of the program 

are more effective 

in their 

roles. They 

know how to 

use available 

resources to 

provide an 

exciting and 

worthwhile program 

for boys. Trained leaders have confidence 

in carrying out their responsibilities 

and, along with the boys, have more fun. 

Your district training chair, unit commissioner, 

or pack trainer can help you learn about 

the Basic Leader Training available in your 

district and council. 

Dates and locations of upcoming training 

courses are often announced in the local 

council or district newsletter or Web site. 

Remember: Every youth deserves a 

trained leader. 

Fun Day of adult Cub Scout Learning! When: Saturday, November 15, 2008 

Pow Wow is an all-day Cub Scout adult leader information extravaganza! This fun 

resource fair goes beyond New Leader Essentials Training for Cub Scout leaders, providing 

tips and ideas for various topics such as ceremonies, annual planning, skits, songs, 

crafts, outdoor cooking, the Tiger Cub program and many, many more. 

Pow Wow is the event of the year to renew knowledge, learn current policies, and 

share experiences in Scouting. It is the biggest one-day Cub Scout council training event. 

All Cub Scouters are invited and encouraged to attend. We promise there will be something 

for everyone! All this for only $15 if you sign up by October 24! 

Saturday, Nov 15, 2008 

Southridge High School in Beaverton, OR 

Easy access from Hwy 217! 

To sign up for Pow Wow, register online at www.cpcbsa.org/register. This register 

page is available NOW! A printed guide to classes will be available at October 

Roundtable, at Volunteer Service Centers, and online at www.cpcbsa.org. 

Participants select their preferred topics online and receive a schedule immediately 

upon registration. Class sessions are limited in size and are filled on a first-come, firstserved 

basis, therefore participants are encouraged to register early to secure their 

preferred classes. 

Basic Leader Training 

The new Basic Leader Training comprises 

two parts: New Leader Essentials for all 

unit-level leaders and Leader Specific training, 

which is based on the leader’s unit-level 

position. 

Basic Leader Training is designed for 

maximum flexibility. The sessions can be delivered 

over time—training on one or more 

evenings a week or month—or in a one-day 

training event that incorporates all program 

areas. It is suitable for large or small groups 

and may be presented to leaders of one or 

more units each time. Each council and district 

may decide the appropriate delivery 

method, keeping in mind that the focus is to 

remove roadblocks and achieve 100 percent 

trained leaders. 

New Leader Essentials is an introductory 

session that highlights the values, aims, 

history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It 

addresses how these aims and methods are 

reached in an age-appropriate style within 

Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, 

and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and 

hands-on reinforcement are presented during 

the 90-minute training session. Ideally, all 

unit-based volunteers—Cub Scout, Boy Scout, 

Varsity Scout, and Venturing leaders—take 

this session at the same time, so they understand 

that they are all striving for the same 

results with the youth they serve. Each leader 

completes New Leader Essentials training 

only once. 

Contact your district training chair or 

district executive to find out when the next 

training session is in your area. 

Benefits of New Leader 

Essentials 

• Assistance in implementing the full 

Scouting program with chartered 

organizations. 

• A better understanding of the advantages 

of encouraging youth 

and adult volunteers to move 

through the traditional program 

as their youth mature. 

• An awareness of the different aspects 

of the Scouting program, 

which may result in leaders taking 

advantage of those programs for 

a child in a different age group. 




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Cub Scout Winter Lodge Clean up Day: Oct. 11 

Nanitch and Aubrey Watzek Lodges will be available for tubing by Cub Scout packs 

during the winter of 2007/2008. This is a great opportunity for Cub Scouts to play 

in the snow. 

Cub Scout packs must send three or more adult members (no one under age 14) to 

the annual lodge cleanup to be eligible to use the lodge. Select the lodge and register 

there between 8 and 9 a.m. Register no later than 9 a.m. to be in the early draw. 

Nanitch Lodge has a capacity of 120 day-use people and is located above Government 

Camp, about a half mile on Timberline Road. Aubrey Watzek Lodge has a day capacity 

of 225 people and is located on Highway 35, about 4 miles north of the junction 

with Highway 26. Please visit www.cpcbsa.org/winterlodge; for complete details download 

the flyers found at that website. 

Camp Employment Opportunities 

Cascade Pacific Council hires more than 300 people 

to serve as camp staff members at the best 

camps in America. Interviews will be held February 

6, 2009 in Salem and February 7, 2009 in Portland 

(locations will be announced). Applicants may 

acquire a camp staff application from any council 

service center, or can be downloaded from the 

council web site at www.c p c b s a . o r g /campstaff. 

Age requirements by June 15, 2008 include: 

Age 14 (staff-in-training and paid staff) for all day 

camps. Age 15 (staff-in-training or 16 (paid staff) 

for all resident camps. 

Inner Tubes Needed 

We are seeking donations of 

new or used inner tubes (must 

hold air) for tubing at winter 

lodges. Please contact Dave Somann 

at 503.658.7077. 

Donations Needed at 

Council Camps 

Camps would welcome the donation of 

equipment in usable condition, such as 

these suggested items: 

• Hand tools and power tools 

• Pickup trucks and trailers 

• Nails, drywall screws 

• Commercial kitchen appliances 

• Lumber and building supplies 

• Plumbing supplies 

• Retail display furnishings 

• Health lodge supplies 

• Small Sunfish-type sailboats 

• Camping trailers 

Local companies and organizations that 

are remodeling or otherwise discarding usable 

equipment…thank you for remembering 

the Boy Scout camps. 

Please contact the ranger at your favorite 

camp to inquire about their need for 

these items, or contact Jim Hill at jhill@cpcbsa.org. 

A list is available at www.cpcbsa.org/help/campneeds.html 


Donations Sought for 

AEDs 

The council Health & Safety Committee 

recognizes the lifesaving capabilities of 

Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in 

emergency situations, and is placing AEDs at 

major council camps and properties. 

Extensive research was performed to select 

an AED model that best suits the unique 

needs of camps. The unit selected are able 

to withstand shock, humidity, and temperature 

fluctuations, and are capable of both 

youth and adult rescue. 

AEDs are being deployed at resident 

camps, offices and long-term activities, 

representing over $40,000 in lifesaving 

equipment. Each AED costs about $2,000. 

The council is investigating grants, but also 

needs help to acquire full coverage for our 

camps. 

Individuals, troops, service clubs, and 

other groups are invited to sponsor one or 

more AEDs for camp properties. The Wauna 

La-Mon’tay Lodge of Order of the Arrow 

sponsored one AED, as did Troop 423 in Tigard. 

These donations are a great help to 

providing these emergency devices at highrisk 

areas. 

For information, contact Jim Hill at 

503.225.5744 or jhill@cpcbsa.org. 

Members of Troop 423 display the AED they are sponsoring 

Service Opportunities 

at Scout offices 

Units with Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts seeking 

service hours for rank advancement 

might consider assisting with landscaping 

and grounds keeping at either the Salem or 

Portland Volunteer Service Centers. Projects 

include brush trimming, leaf raking, and 

weed-pulling. 

Please contact Dave Somann at 

503.658.7077 for information and to arrange 

a service project.

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CAMP PIONEER CHAPEL GETS FACE LIFT 

Phlox Ski Hut offers 

winter fun 

Phlox Ski Hut is located on Pholx Point ski 

run just below Timberline Lodge; it makes an 

excellent starting place for skiing. Night skiing 

is also frequently open. The hut is available 

to Boy Scouts over the age of 13 and 

to Venturers. The hut has eight spaces and 

can accommodate co-ed groups. 

Phlox Hut is available between November 

28, 2008 and April 26, 2009. Weekday 

nights are also available. Unit cost is 

$95 per night. More information is available 

at www.cpcbsa.org/winterlodge. 

Cub Leaders- 

Shown above are 12 of the 16 volunteers who have spent two Saturdays rebuilding 

the lakeside chapel at Camp Pioneer. Foreman of the crew, on the far right, is Steve 

Morgan, a former Scoutmaster of 15 years experience and a member of the Protestant 

Committee on Scouting. 

Steve and his crew have invested more than 470 volunteer hours on the chapel project. 

The chapel has been funded by the Clackamas Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans 

and the Northwest Region of Thrivent. The total cost of materials and their transporation 

for rebuilding the chapel is $6200. Seating capacity of the chapel is expected to 

be a bit over two hundred Scouts and Scouters. The chapel is used by the camp for other 

gatherings during the week. Steve Morgan expects the chapel to be finished by the end 

of September. 

Cub Scouts – Attend Lodge Cleanup Day to 

participate in winter lodge fun 

Nanitch and Aubrey Watzek Lodges 

will be available for tubing and other 

winter activities during the winter of 

2008/2009. 

Lodge dates are assigned through a 

lottery drawing of units that participate in 

a service day at the lodge. Unit numbers 

are randomly drawn; units then select open 

dates in order of selection. Two draws are 

held that day; first for early arrivals, the 

second for all others. 

Packs must send three or more adults 

(nobody under age 14) to the Lodge Cleanup 

Day on Saturday, October 11 to be eligible 

to use the lodge. Pick the lodge you 

would like to use this winter and register 

there between 8 and 9 a.m. on October 11 

– Register before 9 a.m. to be in the early 

draw. 

More information is available at www. 

cpcbsa.org/winterlodge. Unit dates are 

listed below: 

Cub Scout Winter Lodge dates 

Date Nanitch Aubrey 

Dec 7 – Cub Scouts 



Jan 10 – Cub Scouts 

Jan 11 – Cub Scouts 

Jan 19 (MLK) Cub Scouts Cub Scouts 

Jan 31 Cub Scouts – 

Feb 1 Cub Scouts – 

Feb 16 (PD) Cub Scouts Cub Scouts 

Feb 22 Cub Scouts Cub Scouts 

Mar 8 – Cub Scouts 

Mar 21 Cub Scouts – 

Mar 22 Cub Scouts – 

Enter a drawing 

for a free Cub 

Scout camp by 

making your camp 

reservation at Pow 

wow on November 

15. See page 26 

for details... 

Medical Corps Needed 

at Camps 

Many camps across the country provide 

medical services each summer 

through visiting nurses and doctors 

who plan a week or two to spend at camp. 

This makes for a fun escape for the medical 

specialist, and is a great help to the camp. 

Cascade Pacific Council is interested in building 

up a Medical Corps of professional medical 

volunteers (Physician, EMT, LPN, RN, NP, 

LVN, PA) that would like to plan a week or 

two of vacation at a summer camp. Interested? 

Please contact Jim Hill at 503.225.5744 

or jhill@cpcbsa.org. 



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Order of the Arrow 

2008 Leadership Development Conference 

Our OA Lodge will be conducting its fifth annual council-wide Leadership Development Conference (LDC) on Saturday November 

22 at La Salle High School (11199 S.E. Fuller Road, Milwaukie, Oregon). LDC 2008 is aimed at Boy Scout troop and patrol leaders 

between the ages of 13-17 and preferably First Class rank or higher. Participants do not need to be members of the Order of 

the Arrow. Registered Scouters are also welcome and encouraged to attend. 

This youth-led OA-sponsored leadership conference offers exceptional training in a one-day event, bringing together our best 

youth instructors from throughout our Council. The conference reinforces critical leadership skills including how to build more effective 

teams, improve communication and planning skills, and motivate others to achieve success. Cost is only $10 for the day, which 

includes lunch. Go to www.cpcbsa.org/register to learn more and get your unit leaders signed up today. You can also contact our 

Lodge Adviser Brad Harris at brad@oa-442.org (or phone 503-539-8921) for more information. 

NOAC 2009 

Our Lodge is accepting applications for the 2009 National Order of the Arrow Conference, to be held August 1-6 at Indiana 

University in Bloomington, IN. This national conference brings together over 8,000 Arrowmen from all around the country for a week 

of fellowship, leadership training, high adventure, and inspiration. Space is limited, and applications are accepted on a first comefirst 

serve basis. Contact Brad Harris for more information (brad@oa-442.org). 

OA Vigil Nominations Due November 18 

Call for Nominations – Wauna La-Mon’tay Lodge is seeking nominations for the Vigil Honor. The Vigil Honor is the highest level 

of honor in the OA, and is given for outstanding service to the Lodge, the Order of the Arrow, a Scout camp, or to the Scouting program 

in general. To be eligible, an Arrowman must be currently registered in Scouting, dues paid in our Lodge, and a Brotherhood 

member for a minimum of two years. 

Nominations are due to the Lodge on or before November 22nd -- nomination forms can be found online or at the Council Office. 

For more information or questions, please contact John Durbetaki, or Vigil Awards Adviser, at johndurbetaki@att.net. 

OA Unit Visitations and 2008 Elections 

Our OA Chapter Leaders will be contacting all Boy Scout troops and teams in the coming month to schedule annual unit visitations. 

During these visits to one of your regularly scheduled Boy Scout unit meeting, we’ll be conducting OA unit elections to recognize 

those eligible youth who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law as candidates to the Order of the Arrow. Our chapter youth 

will also be able to help promote scout camping, especially to encourage greater participation in long-term camping next summer. 

Please contact your district Chapter Adviser for more information and to schedule your OA election. 

Order of the Arrow 2008 Dues Renewal 

Each year, Arrowmen are reminded to renew their annual membership with the Lodge. Your $10.00 dues sustains annual operations 

for the Lodge, covers individual National OA renewal fee, and helps the Lodge provide significant financial support to our Council 

each year. Membership is based on the calendar year, with renewals due January 1st. The Lodge relies on everyone to stay current 

by paying on time either through their units or directly at the Scout Office. OA members can pay annual dues online at www. 

cpcbsa.org/register. 

Save 2009 Dates for the OA 

As units are developing their 2009 planning calendars, our Lodge wants to remind all OA members to save January 23-25 for 

our Native American Arts and Ceremonies (NAACS) weekend, and March 13-15 for our Rendezvous of the Order annual fellowship. 

2009 Summer Camp as of September 29, 2008 

2009 

Boy Scout Camps 

Jul 4 

Jun 28- 

Sessions with asterick (*) are Monday start sessions. 

White boxes represent sessions offered. 

Jul 5-11 

Bal d w i n * 

Meriwether * 


Jul 12-18 

Key: 

Jul 19-25 

Pioneer * 

Lots of space 

Aug 1 

Almost Full. Call today. 

Full: No Additions. 

Jul 26- 

Aug 2-8 

Aug 9-15 

Plenty of room, but reserve soon 

Near Capacity. Existing reservations 

may add. 

22 

Aug 16- 

Camp signups begin 

November 15th at Pow 

wow for all Cub Camps. 

2010 Boy Scout 

signups begin 

November 17, 2008. 

See www.cpcbsa. 

org/downloads for 

reservation form.

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HELP NEEDED AT BALDWIN WOODCUTS 

Winter is coming soon, and Camp Baldwin will be in need of assistance 

putting up wood for the winter, and other tasks to get the property 

ready for the snowy season. Troops that use the camp are especially 

encouraged to participate in one of two Baldwin Wood-Cut Days: 

Saturday, October 11 and Saturday, October 18. Projects include cutting, 

splitting, moving, and stacking wood; water system shut-down; 

and other projects to ready the camp for snow. 

Chaplains Bring Duty To God to Summer Camps 

Pictured above with Rev. Bruce Montgomery, Chairman of the Protestant Committee on 

Scouting , are 4 of the 5 full time chaplains sponsored by the Protestant Committee on 

Scouting this summer at the Cascade Pacific Council’s camps. Left to right they are: Aron 

Rice, Baldwin; Don Jackson, Adventure Cove; Rev. Montgomery; Kevin Stansfield, Pioneer 

and Jon Farris, Meriwether. 

Pictured below are Cissy Franklin, Camp Commissioner; Russell Franklin, Chaplain; Rev. 

Montgomery and Gilbert Ranch Camp director Jesse Roth. The five chaplains were funded 

by the Protestant Committee through it’s Trust Fund, the Thiess Trust Fund and gifts from 

many friends of the Chaplain program. Chaplains conducted worship services, assisted 

Scouts in giving grace at meals, and helped Scouts achieve the Chaplain’s Aide Award, 

introduced Scouts to the Religious Emblem program and participated with Scouts in many 

of the camp programs. The Chaplains gave Bibles to Scouts and Leaders who requested 

them. The Bibles were funded by the Southwest Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans 

and friends of the Protestant Committee. Chaplains also gave out several hundred 

books of faith titled “One Who Believed” which were contributed by Dr. Robert Pamplin. 

Projects Available for 

Adoption 

Adoption of projects is needed at all council 

facilities and camps. Adoption of a 

project can be as simple as providing manpower 

or as complex as completely adopting 

a project from funding and planning to 

completion. Whatever your group’s abilities 

and ambition, the camp rangers can find 

a project to meet your needs. A few sample 

projects now featured at www.cpcbsa. 

org/adopt are: 

• Building washstands 

• Building outhouses 

• Painting buildings and outbuildings 

• Bridge replacement 

• Build river rock drinking fountain (masonry) 

• Door replacement and other carpentry 

• Electrical upgrades and repairs 

• Plumbing repairs and upgrades 

• Carpentry projects 

• Grounds maintenance – trail upkeep 

• and many more! 

These service projects can be applied 

toward the Hoedag Award. To inquire about 

a project, please contact Jim Hill at jhill@ 

cpcbsa.org, who will connect you with the 

ranger at the camp you’re interested in. 

Remember: 

Scouts practice Leave 

No Trace ethics... 


POW WOW 


A Fun-Filled Day of Cub Scouting Ideas, Tips and Information 

Saturday, November 15, 2008 


Presented by the Cascade Pacific Council 

Pow Wow is a day-long Cub Scout leader information extravaganza. It goes beyond New 

Leader Essentials Training for Cub Scout leaders, providing tips and ideas in specific areas such as 

ceremonies, annual planning, skits, songs, crafts, outdoor cooking, and many, many more topics. Participants 

select their topics of interest. 

Pow Wow is the biggest one-day Cub Scout training event, and the event of the year to 

renew knowledge, learn current policies, and share experiences in Scouting. All Adult Cub Scouters are 

encouraged to attend. There’s something for everyone! 

More specific details will be available in September at district roundtable 

meetings, volunteer service centers, and online at www.cpcbsa.org/register. 

The Pow Wow participation fee covers location rental, lunch, course materials (some classes have a small extra 

fee for special materials), and an informative resource CD. The 2007 fee was $20 with a $5 discount for 

early registrations. The 2008 fee is expected to be similar, and will be finalized and published on 

www.cpcbsa.org/register. 

Pow Wow is the first opportunity for your Pack to sign up for the 2009 Cub camping 

season! There will be more details on how to register and official summer registration materials mailed to Cubmasters and committee 

chairmen and presented at Roundtables in October and November. Plan ahead and have forms completed and money collected (only $10 

per boy as deposit) prior to November 15th. We will begin accepting camp reservations at Pow Wow. No reservations will be processed 

before that day. 

Pow wow features a jam-packed resource CD as part of the registration fee. The CD contains a collection of handouts from this 

year’s instructors and common Scouting forms. This allows you to take home notes from the whole event in one packet, and is a great 

resource for your den and pack! 

Not only are there classes at Pow Wow, but there’ll be a number of outside 

organizations sharing opportunities for den and pack activities. Visit the Display 

Area to get information for activities such as OMSI, Forestry Center, and more 

(actual organizations may vary). Also get information here about summer camp, 

product sales for fundraisers, and other programs. 

You will create your class schedule as part of the online registration 

process. You will select the classes you want to take and can see the availability 

as you register. You will print out your schedule as you finish the registration process. 

Be sure to bring a copy of this schedule with you on the morning of November 15, 

2008. 

Wear your uniform and comfortable shoes, perhaps a light sweater. Bring 

a bag or daypack to carry handouts and other 

trophies and trinkets you pick up. Many people 

bring cameras or tape recorders. At the very 

least, bring a notepad and pencil. 


It is a goal of the Cascade Pacific Council that all 

leaders in contact with Scouts receive Basic 

Leader Training, and we encourage you to 

complete training before Pow Wow if at all 

possible; this is not required to attend Pow Wow, 

but will enhance the experience. 

Sign up beginning in 

September at 

www.cpcbsa.org/register. 

Questions? 

www.cpcbsa.org or 

503-226-3423



You could win a 


FREE CAMP SESSION 


for one of your Cub Scouts! 

by signing up for cub camp at pow-wow 

2009 Cub Scout Day Camp (Mon-Fri sessions) 

Calapooia Day Camp July 20-24 

Chinook Day Camp July 13-17 

Discovery Day Camp July 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, July 27-3 

Eagle Valley D.C. July 6-10 

Fort Clatsop Day Camp June 22-26 

Ireland Day Camp July 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, July 27-31, Aug 3-7 

Lewis Day Camp July 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, July 27-3 

Mid-Columbia D.C. June 22-26 

Tillamook Day Camp June 22-26 

Willamette Day Camp July 6-10, 13-17 

2009 Cub Scout Overnight (Resident) Camp 

Cub World: Mon-Wed Aug 3-5 

Cub World: Fri-Sun July 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, 31-2, Aug 7-9, 14- 

16 

Gilbert Ranch: Sun-Tue July 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28, Aug 2-4 

Gilbert Ranch: Thur-Sat July 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 30-1 

Adventure Cove: Sun-Fri July 5-10, 12-17, 19-24, 26-31, Aug 2-7, 9-14 


Sign up for a Cub Scout camp session between 7 am and 

8:30 am at Pow Wow, and be entered in a drawing for free 

Cub Scout camp sessions. 

A numbered balloon will be given for each camp reservation 

made that morning. We’ll draw balloon numbers at the Pow 

Wow opening ceremony to select winning packs. Make several 

den reservations and collect balloons to improve your pack’s 

chances of winning a free camp session! 

Four Cub Scout sessions will be given away (2 day camp sessions 

and 2 resident camp sessions at your 2009 camp of choice; 

each session for one Cub Scout). 

Get ready now by downloading the camp reservation form at 

www.cpcbsa.org/downloads, and by selecting ahead of time 

your preferred camp sessions: 

Sign Up for Camp! 

• 2009 Cub Scout camp reservations 

will open Nov 15, 2008 at Pow Wow. 

• Make your reservation soon to 

ensure you get the session you desire. 

Visit www.cpcbsa.org/downloads for camp reservation forms 

Sign-up early 

for camp & 

get the dates 

you want!

c a l a p o o i a di s t r i c t 


District Calendar 

October 

3-5 WEBELOS WOODS 

7 Charter Training 

9 Roundtable & OA Chapter Mtg 

11 Omnibus Training 

20 JOTA 

22 District Committee Mtg 

22 Commissioner’s Mtg 

24 Day Camp Open House 

November 

4,6, 12 District Office Open for Charters 

11 Veteran’s Day Parade 


15 Charter Renewal Deadline 


19 Commissioner’s Meeting 

December 

6 Scouting For Food 


17 Commissioner’s Mtg 


Meeting Locations 

Roundtable – 5th and Airport, Lebanon, OR, 

7 pm 

Commissioner’s Mtg- District Office, 7 pm 

District Committee Mtg – TBD 

District Office, 425 2nd Ave SW #103, Albany, 

OR 97321 


District Charter Renewal will kick off with 

charter training on October 7th at the district 

office, 425 2d Ave SW #103, seating 

is limited so reserve a seat now. We will 

repeat the training again at the Chairperson 

breakout at Roundtable on October 9. 

This year we are offering an incentive for 

those who turn in on time and without discrepancy. 

The incentive is a $50 gift certificate 

at the Salem Scout Shop to the first 

unit or ward that turns in their charter on 

time and is posted without any discrepancies. 

Two $25 gift certificates for the Salem 

Scout Shop will be given out in a drawing at 

the December Roundtable among those units 

that met the deadline and were postable. 

Rules will go out with the recharter packets 

on October 3rd. Also, your unit commissioner 

will schedule a time to review and pick up 

the charter when you pick up your packet. 

An LDS workshop will be schedule through 

the Stake Young Men’s President. For those 

District Contacts 

Acting District Chairman 

Dustan Johnson 

H/541.928.6694 

without access to the internet, the district office 

will be open Tuesday and Thursday Evenings 

from 6-8:30 or by appointment from 

Oct 7 till Nov 11. 

Membership 

Good news the 

district is growing. For 

the summer months 

we grew by 1.4%. 

That is something to 

cheer about. Also, 

each non-LDS pack had 

a joining night last month 

is September. Many of 

you are doing peer 

to peer recruiting this 

month and insuring your new youth are getting 

added to the charter next month. Great 

job! Still, why recruit, why push for membership 

growth. There are several reasons to 

be the growing premier youth development 

program in the country. One, the more members 

we have the more adult volunteers we 

have, spreading the work load of the unit. 

Two, growth demonstrates to others (youth 

programs, foundations, United Way and 

others) that we are a relevant and worthwhile 

organization, this generates opportunities 

for partnership and funding. Third, 

growth represents positive advancement of 

our program and values to more of America’s 

youth. Fourth and final thought, if this 

program is of value to you and your child, is 

it not worthwhile for someone else. So, continue 

the great work you are doing in bringing 

scouting to more of our youth. Our next 

step is to retain them and we will bringing 

that up at roundtable. See you there. 

Training 

October is the big training month for 

the district. Our Training Chair, Jon Aaberg, 

is setting up a huge training workshop 

on Oct 11 at the Training Center in Millersburg. 

Registration begins at 8 am. His 

team is going to provide New Leaders Essential, 

Cub and Boy Scout Leader Specific 

Training, Committee Training. There will be 

a Charter Representative Training Class put 

on by the DE. Venture Leader and Varsity 

Leader training will be available to those 

that pre-register for those two courses. To 

pre-register send an e-mail to sjohnson@ 

cpcbsa.org with course and how many will 

attend. This will be a great opportunity to 

District Commissioner 

Richard Chandler 

H/541.928.2865 

echand1029@cox.net 

www.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/calapooia/calapooia.html 

give your scouts what they deserve, a trained 

leader. 

Veteran’s Day Parade 

Veteran’s Day Parade is Tuesday 11, 

November. The district will enter the 

Tiger mobile and our Three Amigos; 

Tiger, Akela and Baloo. Units 

wanting to enter as separate 

marching unit or floats may 

do so, entry forms available 

at Roundtable and the District Office, 

entry must be in by October 

20th. Feel free to join the district 

and the Three Amigos to honor our 

veterans! 

LOCK IN 

The Lock in is coming January 16th at 

the Linn County Fairgrounds. On-line registration 

should be available Oct 1, 2008. 

More information is coming to a Roundtable 

near you. Western theme this year featuring 

the return of Black Bart or the Son of Black 

Bart. Lots of fun activities, display booths, 

movies and skits. See you there pardner! 

Help a Guard Family 

Next spring over 3000 guardsmen from 

the state of Oregon will deploy to Iraq for 

a one year tour of duty. Over a hundred 

will be from the armories here in Linn County, 

leaving families and love ones behind. This 

will be the biggest deployment since World 

War II for Oregon. You will know someone 

who has deployed. If you know of a guard 

family that has their love one deployed 

next year, I invite 

you to ask them 

to join our scouting 

family. The 

district is working 

on scholarships 

for families that 

have an enlisted 

guardsman deployed. 

Some of 

our events in 2009 

and 2010 will be 

open to deployed 

families. More 

details will be 

presented at the 

October Roundtable. 

Please, think 

about your neighbor and remember our 

oath and law: To Help Other People. 

District Executive 

Scott W. Johnson 

541.928.6694 

sjohnson@cpcbsa.org 




October 

2 District Committee Meeting 

3-5 Webelos Woods 

9 Roundtable Meeting 

10-11 IOLS 

11 Winter Lodge Cleanup 

16 District Commissioner Meeting 

18 Training for Leaders 

22 Charter Turn in 

28 Key 3 meeting 

29 Charter Turn in 

November 

3 Charter Turn-in 


13 Roundtable 

13 Charter Turn-in at Roundtable 

13 OA Chapter Meeting 


15 Charters are DUE IN 

15 Pow Wow 

15 2009 Cub Scout Camp Sign-ups 

Begin 

17 2010 Boy Scout Camp Sign-ups 

Begin 

20 Commissioner Meeting 

25 Key 3 meeting 

Meeting Locations 

*District Committee Meeting – JH Kelly, 821 

3rd Ave, Longview 

*Roundtable Meetings – LDS Stake Center, 

900 11th Ave, Longview 

*District Commissioner Meeting – LDS Stake 

Center 900 11th Ave, Longview 

*OA Chapter Meeting is at 6:30 PM before 

Roundtable 

*Charter Turn-in is at Scout Office, 1407 

Commerce #106, after 2PM by appointment. 

Call 360-423-6960 

*IOLS information contact is Sharon Kuroda 

at 360-423-6564 

*Leader Training is for New Leader Essentials, 

Cub Scout Leader Specific, Boy Scout 

Leader Specific, Varsity Leader Specific, 

Venture Leader Specific, and Safe Swim/ 

Safety Afloat. Call Sharon Kuroda to register, 

360-423-6564. 

Charters-Charters-Charters 

Here we go; it is that time of year to recharter 

our units. The packets will be handed 

out at Roundtable in October and the person 

responsible for doing the charter will 

pick it up and get trained. This is just like in 


District Chairman 

Vacant 


c h i n o o k di s t r i c t 

the past, the re-charter will be done online 

but the person responsible for the re-charter 

needs to be present to pick it up. The 

three most common things that happen are: 

1) signatures are missing from the applications 

and/or the charter itself…2) the applications 

are missing…and 3) the charter gets 

handed off so many times that it gets lost 

(not done either) and we don’t get it, which 

means we have to hunt it down and call the 

unit and often many other people to find it. 

To solve this we would really like to have 

the person responsible for doing the charter 

to pick it up and get trained. There is a 

short turn around to get the re-chartering 

done online…the charters are due back in 

by November 15th this year. It really should 

not take more than 3 weeks to do the charter 

if it is just done, entered, and applications 

gathered. Please have the person that 

is going to do the charter be at the Roundtable 

in October to get trained and sign out 

the packet. This will make a smooth process 

of getting it done and over with, much more 

painless than in previous years. 

Popcorn For Sale 

Help your unit to earn money and do 

more activities by selling popcorn this year. 

Give Robbi Hansen a call to get on board 

with the sale, and help your boys to earn 

their own money to pay for camp, uniforms, 

supplies and even the National Jamboree. 

Remember that you can also have your distant 

relatives and friends order online from 

Trails End with your ID code and you get the 

credit, but the popcorn is delivered to them. 

This is an excellent way to boost your sales 

and get the funds in your accounts. We are 

shooting for a District goal of $100,000, and 

if we make this goal there will be a pizza 

party for all the Scouts that sold popcorn. 

So go out there and sell, sell, sell. 

Fall Recruiting 

Even though the open houses and recruit 

nights are over, all the units still need 

to do recruiting. Growing the units and adding 

more boys and families makes the units 

stronger - so keep on growing throughout 

the year. Remember to register all new boys 

and adults as well. 

Training in October 

Training is on the schedule for October, 

but it is by reservation and space availability 

so SIGN UP NOW. Please call Sharon 


Brad Pyl 

H/503.397.5033 

bradpyl@msn.com 

www.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/chinook/index.html 


Kuroda at 360-423-6564 to prevent a class 

cancellation and get the training needed to 

give the scouts a quality program and make 

your job easier. There will be Introduction to 

Outdoor Leader Skills on October 10th and 

11th. Then New Leader Essentials, Cub Scout 

Leader Specific, Boy Scout Leader Specific, 

Varsity Leader Specific, Venture Leader 

Specific, and Safe Swim/Safety Afloat 

on October 18th. This is offered after the 

Open houses and New Recruit weeks to get 

the new leaders up and running for the New 

Year in Scouting. 

POW WOW 

November 15th is the date for Pow Wow, 

the place to get all your Cub Scouting Ideas, 

tips and information to make the meetings 

easier and more fun for both leaders and 

boys. This is a full day of fun and the biggest 

one-day training event that Cascade Pacific 

Council has all year for Cub Scout Training. 

All adult Cub Scouters are encouraged 

and invited to attend, the registration site 

is www.cpcbsa.org/register. With the registration 

fee you get to have a wonderful 

lunch, classes of your choice, course materials, 

and a resource CD that you will use for 

years to come. Our goal for Chinook is to 

have at least 2 adults from each pack attend 

and get excellent information, visit booths 

and displays for ideas, and get the jump on 

registration for 2009 Summer Camp. This is 

your first opportunity to register for camp. 

When you register online you choose your 

classes and there are some very fun choices 

in Cub Scout Crafts, Advancement, Tiger 

and Cub Scout Den leaders, Webelos Den 

Leaders, Program Pizzazz, and Pack Administration. 

Here is the place to learn what 

you need to know to make the meetings fun 

and easy. See you there! 

Mike Springer helping Caleb a Tiger Cub with Pack 702 at 

Chinook Day Camp, July 2008. 


Tami Perry 

B/360.423.6960 

tperry@cpcbsa.org



October 

2 Charter Renewal Workshop 



3-5 Sasquatch Search 

9 Charter Renewal Workshop 

9 Roundtable 

11 Top Award Board Training 


18 Training: New Leader Essentials, 

Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Venturing 

21 Training: Boy Scout 2 

24-25 Outdoor Leader Training 

November 

5 Charter Turn-in for Vancouver Stake 

LDS Units 

6 Charter Turn-in for all non-LDS 

Units 



8 Veterans Day Parade 

12 Charter Turn-in for Vancouver 

East Stake LDS Units 

13 Final Charter Turn-in for all units 

13 Roundtable 

15 Pow-Wow 

17 2009 Boy Scout Camp Signups 

Begin 

Standing Calendar Locations 

*Commissioner Staff Meetings - Hearthwood 

LDS Building, 220 NE Hearthwood Blvd,. 

Vancouver 

*District Committee Meetings - Hearthwood 

LDS Building, 220 NE Hearthwood Blvd,. 

Vancouver 

*Morning Roundtable – Vancouver Stake 

Center, 

*Roundtable - Hearthwood LDS Building, 220 

NE Hearthwood Blvd,. Vancouver 

2008 Fall Roundup 

Our 2008 Fall Roundup is in high gear! 

Many packs have already conducted their 

Join Nights; some packs will be having theirs 

in the first week of October. Here are five 

important things that must happen following 

your packs join night. How many have 

you already done? 

1. Turn in all applications with appropriate 

fees to the Council Service Center or 

your district executive. 

2. Ensure new scouts have one or more 

positive scouting experiences within the first 



Tom Crozier 

H/360.335.8292 

thomascrozier@prodigy.net 

c o l u m b i a go r g e di s t r i c t 

two weeks after they join your pack. 

3. Ensure all new den leaders and pack 

leaders receive Fast Start Training and make 

plans to attend New Leader Essentials and 

Leader Specific Training on October 18th. 

4. Keep families informed about den 

and pack activities. 

5. Plan your next recruiting effort. There 

are still many boys that have not been asked 

to join Cub Scouts. 

If you haven’t yet done any of these five 

things or if you have any questions about 

how to help your pack grow please contact 

Bo Henderson. Remember that your pack can 

earn free pinewood derby cars by recruiting 

and registering 10% more youth then 

you had registered on your charter on December 

31st 2007. 

Camp Lewis Open House 

New Cub Scouts are promised opportunities 

to shoot BB guns and archery, explore 

camps, and have fun and adventure. 

Camp open house provides an opportunity 

to deliver this promise. Please let all of 

your new Cub Scouts and any boys who are 

thinking of joining, know about this great 

event which will be held Saturday October 

25th. We will need some volunteers 

to make this happen! We gladly welcome 

adult volunteers and youth ages 13 and up 

to help staff this event. The full-day time 

commitment will be from about 7:30a.m. to 

4p.m. Two, two-hour sessions will run from 

9-11a.m. and from 1-3p.m., with lunch in 

between. There will be room for folks who 

can only work one session as well. Please 

contact Bo Henderson. 

Popcorn Sale 

The Popcorn Sale officially kicked off 

the last week of September. Scouts in our 

district are off and selling! Our district’s 

goal is to sell $66,000 worth of Popcorn. 

With as many units as we have selling we 

should blow our goal away. If your unit 

would like to earn some money you can still 

get involved in the Take Order sale by calling 

Ed Brands at 360-608-0482 or email 

at edbrands@comcast.net 

Training 

On October 18th we will be holding the 

following trainings at 8a.m. at the Hearthwood 

LDS Church (220 NE Hearthwood): 

New Leader Essentials, Cub Scout, Boy Scout, 

and Venturing Leader Specific Training. If 


Ed Green 

H/360.254.2193 

egreen1145@comcast.net 

you have any questions regarding training 

please contact Bo Henderson at bhenderson@cpcbsa.org. 

District Email List 

Be in the know signup for the Columbia 

Gorge District email list. We send out important 

information about district and council 

events. Simply go to www.cpcbsa.org/ 

email scroll down to districts and click on the 

Columbia Gorge Link. 


It’s that time of year again. Charter Renewal 

is coming up q/Trainings quickly. Your 

unit’s charter renewal packet will be available 

on Thursday October 2nd or Thursday, 

October 9th at one of our Charter Renewal 

Workshops 6:30p.m. at the Hearthwood 

LDS Church (220 NE Hearthwood). You 

will receive your packet that night! Please 

have a representative from your unit there 

to learn how to do the charter renewal online, 

as it will be the only way to complete 

your charter this year. Charter renewal turnin 

will be as follows: Wednesday, November 

5th for all LDS units in the Vancouver Stake, 

Thursday, November 6th for all non-LDS 

units, Wednesday, November 12th for all 

LDS units in the East Vancouver Stake, and 

Thursday, November 13th during Roundtable 

for any stragglers. All turn-ins will begin 

at 6p.m. at the Hearthwood LDS Building 

(220 NE Hearthwood Blvd, Vancouver). 

Turn in times will be denoted on the outside 

of your packet. If you have questions or 

need to make special arrangements please 

call our District Commissioner, Ed Green at 

360-254-2193 or egreen1145@comcast. 

net. 

Pow-Wow 

Its not to late to signup for Pow-Wow. 

Pow-Wow will be held Saturday November 

15th. This is a great opportunity for 

Cub Scout leaders and parents to get great 

ideas on how to run a variety of Cub Scout 

activities, including den meetings and pack 

meetings. This is also the first time to signup 

for Cub Scout day camp and resident 

camp for 2009. For more information call 

Bo Henderson. 

2009 Summer Camp 

Where is your Troop going to camp 

next summer? Now is the time to make reservations. 

Contact the Council Service Center 

at 360-693-1741. 


Bo Henderson 

B/360.693.1741 ext. 742 

B/503.225.5742 

bhenderson@cpcbsa.org 




October 

5 Online Charter Renewal System 

Opens 

2 District Commissioner Meeting, 

6:15 PM 

2 District Committee Meeting, 

7:00 PM 

2 Charter Renewal Training, 

Charter Reps and CC’s 

9 Roundtable, 7:00 PM 



November 

1 Training – NLE, Leader Specific, 

Charter Rep, Den Chief 


6:15 PM 


7:00 PM 

6 Charter Renewal Turn-In, 

8:30 PM 

7 Boy Scout Basic Outdoor 

Leader Training 


15 Pow Wow, CS Leader Training 



Vacant 


e a g l e valley di s t r i c t 

Membership 

The Fall is traditionally when packs try 

to recruit new families to Cub Scouting. New 

data provided by National BSA shows that 

generation X and Y parents like to be introduced 

to leaders. Having a short biography 

of your den and pack leaders would make 

them feel like they know you a little better. 

Packs might include these short bios on the 

back of your annual program calendar or 

on a separate sheet of paper at your join 

events. There are many activities competing 

for the extra-curricular hours, making sharing 

the message that there is no “deadline” 

to join Scouting even more important. It’s 

important to have a year round recruitment 

plan for your pack. The packs that recruit 

during the Spring and before camp have an 

easier time recruiting new leaders, getting 

them trained sooner and providing a stronger 

pack for even MORE families to join in 

the Fall. 

A Charter Representative observed seeing 

Venturing Crews in many airports across 

the nation, heading off to various activities 

and events. He shared that about 75% of 

the members are girls. This is true of Venturing 

membership across the nation! Please 

consider offering young women the gift of 

Scouting through the Venturing program. 

Young ladies are looking for opportunities 

to explore the world, gain leadership opportunities 

and have FUN too. 

Charter Renewal begins in October 

Do not wait to turn in applications for 

your new youth, youth you find on rosters 

and new adult leaders. When uploading 

the charter renewal program, if you have 

turned in your applications, the roster will 

be as complete as possible and your data 

entry will be drastically reduced! Please 

begin now checking your rosters for address, 

birthday, and phone number accuracy by using 

your rosters available on the Online Advancement 

web site. If you need your unit 

ID #, please ask Sharon Larson at Roundtable. 

Popping for the Popcorn Sale 

Ellen Mills (ellenshome@verizon.net) 

and guest presenter Dave Jarvis from the 

Council, held a fun and exciting Popcorn 

Kernel training for unit leaders. There are 

so many prizes available for your Scouts 

to earn during the sale. It’s not too late 

to register and to sell popcorn. Since all 

units have annual planning accomplished, 

you should share the cost per boy with your 

families and let them know what they need 

to sell to pay their way through the entire 

Scout year. Each boy should have a goal to 

pay for Scouting and maybe even a goal of 

what prize they would like to earn. Families 

should know that their boys can and should 

earn their fare (THRIFTY) share and to help 

get themselves to summer camp. The popcorn 

sale runs the duration of the month of 

October. Please support the Scouts by buying 

popcorn. 

Training Opportunity 

Leaders should visit the Cascade Pacific 

Council website at www.cpcbsa.org and 

click on training. From here, you can access 

the Fast Start training which will give you 

a brief, succinct video about your new role 

in Scouting and how your meetings should 

be run. You will also need to plan time to 

attend the New Leader Essentials (approximately 

1.5 hours) and Leader Specific Training 

(varies depending on your leadership 

role) required for your position. Since they 


Jody Hall 

503.662.3052 

jodymhall@yahoo.com 


will be held back to back, you should plan 

for at least 4 hours. We realize this makes 

for a long evening, however, it will be only 

one evening instead of two. 

November 15th is Cub Scout Pow 

Wow 

This is a day long, premier training for 

all Cub Scout leaders. You will have a wonderful 

time at this year’s Western Themed 

training. The cost is $20 but if you register 

early, you will receive a $5 discount. This 

price includes the rental of the location, your 

lunch, and a cd-rom that includes all of the 

resources for EVERY class offered that day, 

even the ones you couldn’t make because 

you were taking other classes. What a bargain! 

Summer Camp 

It’s time to think about registering your 

troop for summer camp 2009. It may seem 

like you just finished the summer program, 

however, our boy scout camps often fill up 

in specific weeks. You can check weekly on 

the status of availability online at www.cpcbsa.org 

and click on Camp Availability. For 

Cub Scout packs, camp reservations open up 

at POW WOW, November 15th. This includes 

cub resident, Webelos Resident and 

Day Camp. The following Monday, Boy 

Scouts. 

Webelos-Ree 

Thank you to the Webelos Ree committee, 

chaired by Drew Burke and all of the 

Boy Scout station leaders. Ginger Clifton, 

the coveted cook of our district now to the 

Council and Camps as well, cooked again 

for us! Our Webelos look forward to interacting 

with boys they look up to. Thank 

you for volunteering your time and Scout 

skills. Did you enjoy having the event earlier 

in the year? Did you like having it at a 

location closer than Camp Cooper? Give 

us your feedback at www.cpcbsa.org/register 

and click on survey. 

Accepting Adult Leader Nominations 

The Annual District Dinner and Awards 

Banquet Recognition Dinner is now accepting 

NOMINATIONS. The committee is calling 

for Nominations and a list of awards be 

will be available at Roundtable as well as 

a turn –in box. If you have any questions 

about nominating someone, please contact 

Karen Peterson. 

Sr. District Executive 

Sharon Larson 

B/503.472.3868 

slarson@cpcbsa.org



October 


3 Charter Packets Ready 



11 Boy Scout Outdoor Training 

14 Commissioner Staff Meeting 

16 Roundtable 


November 


7 Royce-Finel work meeting 



19 Roundtable * see location below 

13-15 Rendezvous 

December 


6 Scouting for Food Service Day 


18 Roundtable 

Standing Calendar Meeting Locations: 

* District Commissioner Meetings 7:00 held 

at Seafood Lab in Astoria 

*OA Meeting 7:00 Masonic Hall in Astoria 

*Round Table 7:00 Astoria L.D.S. Church 

* Nov. roundtable at Lighthouse Church Seaside 

*October Training to be announced 

District Committee 

District Chairman: Geoff Liljenwall 

503 325 0899 

District Commissioner: Mike Umbriaco 

503 458 5387 

Advancement: Sam Dunking: 

503 325 0132 

FOS: Judy VanWinkle: 

503 325 0700 

Member: Connie Lunzman 

503 440 6314 

Order of the Arrow: Mike Clark 

503 791 5620 

Training: Rod Clark 

503 338 3806 

Thanks: 

• Brenda Teague and Laurie Kautz for organizing 

our entry in the Regatta Parade! 

• Laurie Kautz for getting us started on 

our Popcorn Sale! 

• Every scouting volunteer for getting us 

up and running this fall! 



Mike Umbriaco 

H/503.458.5387 

mudu@century.net 

f o r t cl at s o p di s t r i c t 

Popcorn Sale: 

For more information contact our Kernel Laurie 

Kautz 503 717 9111. 

• Please co-ordinate selling at Safeway 

and Fred Meyer with Laurie so that we aren’t 

doubled up! 

FT. CLATSOP UNIT INFORMATION 

Karen Gill – District Scouting Coordinator: 

503 325 5108 

Packs 

Pack 121 – Jewell – Shannon Meehan: 

503 440 0912 

Pack 211 – Astoria – Brenda Teague: 

503-440-9537 

Pack 507 – Knappa – Autumn Perdew 

503 298 0022 

Pack 509 – Warrenton - Kathy Barber 

503 861 3272 

Pack 540 – Seaside – Laurie Kautz 

503-717-9111 

Pack 628 – LDS Astoria- Nikki Hill 

503 338 7323 

Pack 839 – LDS Seaside – Jarom Bowles 

503 717 4335 

Troops 

Troop 211 – Astoria – Dean Perez 

503 325 0160 

Troop 507 – Knappa – Mike Peterson 

503 458 6427 

Troop 509 – Warrenton – Birch Kelley 

503 861 0396 

Troop 642 – Seaside – Mike Shade 

503 717 4197 

Troop 628–LDS Astoria – Frank VanWinkle 

503 325 0700 

Troop 839 – LDS Seaside – Jarom Bowles 

503 717 4335 

Crews 

Crew 330 – Astoria – Carol Anderson 

503 448 5170 

Crew 507 – Knappa –Kurt Donaldson 

503 458 5660 

Crew 909 – Astoria – Sue Sealy 

503 338 3333 

Crew 628 – LDS Astoria – Ryan Berezay 

503 709 5389 

Crew 839 – LDS Seaside – Jarom Bowles 

503 717 4335 

Sea Scouts 

Ship 635 Hal Nauman – 503 861 2127 

District Director 

David Noyes 

B/503.225.5731 

dnoyes@cpcbsa.org 

SCOUTING FOR FOOD 

Scouting for Food is a national service 

project sponsored by the BSA. 

This is a Good Turn For America Project. 

In Clatsop County we work directly with the 

Fire Departments in each community. More 

information will be available at the October 

Roundtable!! 

RE-CHARTERING 

Our Unit Commissioners, under the leadership 

of our District Commissioner Mike Umbriaco, 

are busy with re-chartering all units 

in the Ft. Clatsop District. 

The goal is to have all charters turned 

in by October 31 (a Halloween Treat). 

Thank you in advance to each of you 

who is involved in getting this done!! 

POW WOW!! 

The Cub Scout Adult Adventure!! 

Pow Wow is November 15 in Beaverton….. 

you can register on-line today!! 

There are lots of classes….. 

There are lots of new friends 

And it is FUN!! 

Need a ride? Call Karen at 503 325 

5108…..we are trying to coordinate some 

car pools! 

Tiger Cubs at Camp! 

The first annual “Kiwanis Tiger Day” was 

held at Day Camp this past June. We had 

17 Tigers join us and we are all looking forward 

to a great fall in cub scouts! 

Thank You to the Kiwanis for your Support! 

Regatta Parade – August 9 in Astoria 

Scouting Coordinator 

Karen Gill 

503.325.5108 

Karen Gill@cpcbsa.org 




October 

2 Com’r Staff Meeting, 7:30 pm, 

LDS Church, 9728 NE 50th Ave. 

7 District Committee Meeting, 7 pm, 

9 Last day to register for the 

Veterans Day Parade 

9 Roundtable, 7 pm 

9 Boy Scout Leader Training, 

Session 3 

9 Charter Renewal Training 

9 OA Chapter Meeting at 

Roundtable 

17-19 Webelos Woods, Camp Lewis 

17-18 Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills 

18 New Leader Essentials, Leader 

specific training- Col. Gorge 

25 New Leader Essentials, Leader 

Specific Training- Silver Star 

25 Camp Lewis Open House, 9-11 

& 1-3 (7:30-4 for volunteers) 

30 Charter & Membership Turn-in, 

7-8:30 pm, Salmon Creek 

Roundtable Pizza, 

13017 NE Hwy 99 

November 

4 District committee meeting 

15 Pow Wow!!! 

6 Com’r staff meeting 

13 Roundtable, 7 pm 


8 Veteran’s Day Parade 


The annual tradition of squeezing tons 

of paperwork between the start of school 

and the holiday season is once again approaching. 

Every pack, troop, team and 

crew renews its charter annually- the paperwork 

is done in October, and the new 

charter takes effect January 1. Registration, 

Boys’ Life, and general sanity are affected 

by charter renewal- use this opportunity 

to keep things running smoothly in your 

pack! Packets and information will be distributed 

at the October Roundtable- make 

sure someone is there to pick up and hear 

all the info. 



Rick Klaus 

H/360.887.7665, 

bsa@klausfamily.net 


f o r t va n c o u v e r di s t r i c t 

Camp Lewis Open House Volunteers 

Needed 




Camp open house delivers on this promise. 

We need your help to make this happen! The 

Camp Lewis open house will be held Saturday, 

October 25. The full-day time commitment 

will be from about 7:30 am to 4 p.m. 

There will be room for folks who can only 

work ½ day as well. Please contact Kate 

Benson at 360.693.1741 ext. 752 or kbenson@cpcbsa.org. 

Popcorn sale 

Mmmmmm… can you smell it? It’s the 

salty scent of exploration mixed with the 

sweet smell of self-discovery, service, and 

friendship, all with a slight caramel overlay. 

Profits from the popcorn sale will make 

many program opportunities available to 

scouts across our district. Is your unit missing 

out? You can still participate in the take-order 

sale if you haven’t gotten started yetcontact 

district kernel Don Baisley at baisleys06@msn.com. 

Sean and Conner of Pack 608 have a great time Adventure 

Cove 

Fall round-up 

Fall Round up is in high gear! Almost all 

our packs have hosted their join night, but 

there is still important follow up to be done. 

Here are five important items that must happen 

following a pack join night: 


fees to the Council Service Center. 

2. Ensure new Scouts have one or more positive 

Scouting experiences within the first two 

weeks after they join the pack. 

3. Ensure that all new den leaders and pack 

leaders receive Fast Start Training and make 

plans to attend New Leader Essentials and 

Leader Specific Training. 


Eric Pond 

H/360.573.2401 

www.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/ft_vancouver/index.html 


4. Keep families informed about den and 

pack activities. 

5. Plan the next recruiting effort. There are 

still many boys who have not been asked to 

join Cub Scouts- think of the kids who will be 

finishing soccer in the next month! 

Pow-wow 

Saturday, November 15- This is the best 

cub leader training offered all year, with a 

class list tailored for you. Classes offered 

include pack administration, advancement, 

crafts, outdoor cooking, den discipline, ceremonies, 

recognition, and more. Info and registration 

are at www.cpcbsa.org/register. 

Webelos To Scout Transition 

Now is the time for troops to invite nearby 

Webelos dens out for a visit or a troop 

camp-out. Webelos leaders, don’t be shy if 

a troop your scouts are interested in hasn’t 

called yet. Reach out! If you need contact 

info, call or email DE Kate Benson (contact 

info below). 

Summer Camp 2008 

Boy Scout summer camps are filling up 

fast, so be sure to register post-haste! Cub 

packs and dens can sign up for summer camp 

starting the morning of November 15th, at 

Pow-wow. Be sure to get the session your 

group wants by signing up early! 

Top Award Board Training 

This training is required to chair an Eagle 

or Quartermaster board; it is helpful 

for members of those boards as well. The 

next Top Award Board training class is October 

11th, at the Hearthwood LDS Church, 

220 NE Hearthwood Blvd., Vancouver, WA. 

Registration starts at 8:30 a.m.; Top Award 

Board training starts at 9am and Eagle Mentor 

training starts at 11am. Questions? Call 

Bob Ellingwood, Ft. Vancouver District Advancement 

Chairman, 360-573-9787 e- 

mail: rgellingwood2@msn.com. 

Vancouver Veteran’s Day Parade 

The Vancouver National Historic Reserve 

is running the annual Celebrate Freedom 

Veteran’s Day Parade- a great event in 

our community. They are currently accepting 

registration forms from groups that want to 

participate- but the solid cut-off is October 

9th. No applications will be accepted after 

that date. For more info, go to www.veteransdayparade.us 

or contact the Reserve at 

360-992-1800. 


Kate Benson 

B/360.693.1741 ext. 752 

kbenson@cpcbsa.org

l e w i s an d cl a r k di s t r i c t 



October 

9 Roundtable 

11 Winter Lodge Clean-up 

16 Cub Scout Leader Specific 

Training 

17-19 WEBELOS WOODS 

November 

2 Popcorn Sale Ends 

13 Roundtable 

15 Pow Wow 

15 Recharter Deadline 

17 2010 Boy Scout Camp Sign-Ups 

Begin 

Standing Calendar Times & Places 

*Commissioner Staff – 7 pm, Colonial Heights 

LDS Church, SE 29th & Harrison 

*District Committee – 8 pm, Colonial Heights 

LDS Church, SE 29th & Harrison 

*OA Chapter & Roundtable - 7 pm, Rose 

City United Methodist Church, NE 58th & 

Alameda 


District Chairman (Acting) 

Martin Cavinaw 

503.493.8629 

cavinaw@msn.com 

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER 

Stay informed by joining the Lewis & 

Clark list at lewisandclark-subscribe@yahoogroups.com 

(no, you don’t need a Yahoo 

address to be in the group). Also, come to 

Roundtable. You get to hang out with cool 

people, and you might even win stuff. 

STAMPEDE! 

Cub Scout Open Houses will be on Oct. 

18 at Cub World and Ireland & Oct. 25th at 

Cub World, Gilbert Ranch and Lewis. Invite 

your new Cub Scouts & friends for a free 

day of Camp! 

SCOUT BAND 

The Warner Pacific College Scout Band 

is still accepting musicians of every age 

(though girls must be 14, sorry). Come have 

fun and make a joyful noise. Contact District 

Executive (DE) Charles Freeman. 

WEBELOS WOODS 

Oct. 17 - 19, our 4th and 5th grade 

Scouts will camp at Cub World on Scouter’s 

Mt., learning Boy Scouts skills from real 

Boy Scouts, seeing up close how patrols & 

Troops operate. Stampede younglings at 

Cubworld will in turn get to see Webelos in 

action, and will get inspired about their future 

career in Cub Scouts. Come to Roundtable 

for more information. 

TRAINING 

Every Scout deserves trained leaders! 

Don’t miss Cub Scout Leader Specific training 

on Oct. 16 & New Leaders Essentials 

on Nov. 9. To RSVP for training & for more 

training dates, contact Training Chair Mary 

Ellen Hepp at 503 335-2738. 

WE KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST 

SUMMER 

Troop 351 had an action packed summer, 

complete with spelunking, camping on 

sand dunes and watching a forest fire up 

close (no, they didn’t start it), and they sent 

4 Scouts to Junior Leadership Training. 351 

continues to lead from the front! Share your 

Scouting story and photos at cpcbsa.org/ 

lewisandclark 

A SCOUT IS. . . HELPFUL 

Excerpted from a recent letter by a 

member of the St Agatha Administrative 

Council: “It was a pleasure to work with 

Jared Hazeem (Troop 30) to complete the 

renovation and “extreme makeover” of the 

nursery space at St. Agatha. . . . During one 

of our meetings on site we were summoned 

outside the hall by a cry for help. An elderly 

parishioner had fallen on the sidewalk and 

was down and bleeding on the pavement. 

Jared calmly assessed the situation and initiated 

first aid while we waited for help to 

arrive. He was able to communicate with 

emergency medical personnel and help them 

while they prepared to transport her. Clearly 

his Scout training kicked in when it was 

critical to ‘be prepared’. On behalf of St. 

Agatha I would like 

to express our gratitude 

to Jared and 

his team for their 

help and a job well 

done.” Way to go, 

Jared! 

WINTER LODGE 

WOOD CUT 

Cub Scouts, 

once you try innertubing 

at one of 

the Council Winter 

Lodges on Mt. 

Hood, you’ll be 

hooked! But, to 

attend the Winter 


Joe Carter 

503.234.4075 

503.317.3178 

carterre@msn.com 

http://www.cpcbsa.org/lewisandclark/ 

Lodge, your adults will need to participate 

in the Winter Lodge Clean up on Oct. 11. 

RECHARTER 

Packets will be distributed at Oct. 

Roundtable to Unit Leaders & Committee 

Chairs in attendance. Deadline for on-line 

Charter Renewal is Nov. 15. All adults who 

have not submitted a registration form after 

2003 will have to re-register, so that thorough 

background checks can be conducted, 

so that the Boy Scouts of America can continue 

to lead the nation in youth protection. 

(HU)MANPOWER 

Adults, Scouting is a volunteer-led organization, 

and it takes volunteers to lead it. 

If you want to develop your leadership potential 

or your professional skill base, contact 

DE Charles Freeman to learn about opportunities. 

Also encourage your friends to 

take on a leadership experience. 

FRIENDS OF SCOUTING 

If you donate to only one charity this 

year, let it be to Scouting. To make your tax 

deductible gift, contact FOS Chair Braheem 

Hazeem (503) 880-4624 or Braheem@ 

sterling.net. Also ask your employer about 

matching gifts. Your support is changing 

lives! 

SUMMER CAMP 

You can’t have “Scouting,” without “outing.” 

Now is a good time to guarantee a 

spot for youths in one of the council’s fantastic 

camps for 2009. Some sessions are already 

full, so don’t delay. Go to www.cpcbsa.org 

for details and registration procedures. 

Boy Scouts Ward, Tri and Parker of Troop 351 get awards for prowess at Kayak Ball at 

Camp Baker 


Charles Freeman 

B/503.225.5735 

cfreeman@cpcbsa.org 




October 


9 District Roundtable 

21 Top Team 


Meeting Locations: 

* Dist. Comm./Key3/Comm’rs Meeting, 7:00 

PM, Charburger, Hood River 

* Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7:00 

PM, UCC, The Dalles 

Boy Scout of the Quarter 

Chris Rogers has been selected as the 

Boy Scout of the Quarter for the Mid Columbia 

District. Chris, a member of Troop 

378, is a Life Scout who is working on his Eagle 

project. Chris has held leadership positions 

available at the troop level, attended 

the 2005 national jamboree and the 2006 

National Order of the Arrow Conference. 

He Is a Vigil member of his OA Lodge and 

has been Program Vice Chief for two years. 

Chris participated as a crew leader in the 

national OA service project, ArrowCorps5, 

this summer in the Shasta-Trinity National 

Forest, where they repaired more than 90 

miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic 

Trail. Chris is also a member of the National 

Honor Society, and is VP of NHS at Stevenson 

High School. Chris is a member of 

4H and raises hogs. He plays football, basketball 

and soccer while maintaining a 3.6 

GPA. Chris does his best to exemplify the 

Scout Oath and Law both in Scouting and 

in his everyday life. Congratulations and 

thanks, Chris! 

Webelos Woods 

This is a fun camping weekend for both 

Webelos 1s and 2s. Last year was a blast 



m i d -co l u m b i a di s t r i c t 

and it will be again this year. We will have 

a completely different program this year so 

that even if you attended last year, you can 

have even more fun this year. The event will 

be Oct. 3-5 at Camp Baldwin. The cost will 

be early registration is $5.00 per participant 

at the council website. Come to Roundtable 

to get the details. Cubmasters, use this 

weekend as recruiting event for your pack. 

Early registration ends September 21, then 

the cost is $8.00! 

Popcorn Sales 

The training for this annual fundraiser 

will be at Roundtable, Sept. 11. Please attend 

so you can get all the information and 

materials. The sale will be from Sept. 27 to 

Nov. 2. 

New Leader Training 

We will be utilizing Roundtable for leader 

training sessions. In October, we will be 

doing New Leader Essentials. In November, 

we will be doing Cub & Boy Scout Specific 

training. Please attend to receive new training 

or refresh yourself. 

Recharter Training 

Chuck Hiatt will be conducting training 

on the recharter process at the October 

Roundtable. Please plan on attending 

in order to help yourself complete Re-Charter 

with as little insomnia, headaches and 

stress as possible. 

Internet Advancement Reporting 

Did you know that you can report your 

advancements online? The reports must still 

be submitted to the council office but this is a 

great way to keep your records up to date. 

You can print out your online info and turn 

it in rather than filling out forms by hand. If 

you get your advancements up to date by 

October 1st, it will make your rechartering 

process much smoother and less time-consuming. 

New BSA Adult & Youth Apps 

There are brand new application forms 

out for both youth and adults as of August 

2008. Throw away all old apps. Do not attempt 

to keep them around to use them up. 

They will NOT be accepted. New apps have 

the number “408” in the lower right corner of 

the front page. New apps can be obtained 

at the council office or from Bryan Gwinner. 

Come to Roundtable and to see what changes 

have been made to the forms. 

Quality Centennial Unit Apps 


Chuck Hiatt 

H/541.386.3312 

cehiatt@charter.net 

www.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/mid-columbia/ 


The Quality Centennial Unit applications 

are due to Bryan Gwinner or Chuck 

Hiatt by the October Roundtable. Did you 

earn your Quality Centennial Unit patch last 

year? Do you plan on earning it this year? 

It is not complicated but you must get the 

application completed and turned in or you 

will not earn it. 

Planning Packets 

Come to September Roundtable to pick 

up your unit’s planning packet. It contains 

the district calendar, annual planning chart, 

safety info and many other valuable items 

for the success of your unit. 


Has your unit been turning in these records? 

Not many have and we are asking 

that all units do this. After each event such 

as Goodwill Good Turn, Scouting for Food, 

etc., your advancements person simply forwards 

the information online. It is not a timeconsuming 

job and yet it helps BSA keep 

track of all the good works that our boys 

do. If you have not been doing this as a unit, 

please choose a person to do it and have 

it done. The person who is already keeping 

track of who attended events for segments 

or advancements could do it with minimal 

extra work. Thanks! 

Updated District Web Page 

Jeff McCaw has taken over administration 

of our district web page and wants 

to make it something we all find both valuable 

and enjoyable to check frequently. He 

would like to have new information and photos 

every month. In order to do that, we need 

your participation. In addition, we want to 

try to get more Scouting stories in our community 

newspapers. Please submit your information 

and/or photos for the website to 

Jeff McCaw (jeff@printitinc.com) and any 

info and/or photos for publication to Carolyn 

Kirby (ckirby@gorge.net). Digital photos 

are the best way to submit your photos 

as they can be posted online or submitted 

to the newspapers directly in that format. 

You don’t have to write up the stories yourself 

if you will send in the pertinent info to 

Carolyn. She will create a story and submit 

it for publication. We hope to have the distict 

website up and running this month and 

will let you know when it is unveiled. 


Bryan S. Gwinner 

B/541.298.5022 

C/503.754.3546 

bgwinner@cpcbsa.org



October 

4 Commissioner Corps Meeting 


9 Roundtable 

11 Cub Scout Leader Training 

29 OA Chapter meeting 


*Commissioner meeting- LDS Center Ruscliffe 

Rd. 

*District Committee- LDS Center Ruscliffe 

Rd. 

*Roundtable- LDS Center Ruscliffe Rd. 

*OA meetings REI Clackamas Town Center 

Charters on the horizon 

October is that time of year when 

charters become active online. Talk to Scot 

Forbes for information on the recharter, and 

to find out how to make the process smooth. 

There is one major change this year: an additional 

signature will be required on every 

new adult leader application. Please bear 

with your district commissioners and staff as 

we try to get everything on the books properly. 

Call Scot Forbes at (503)475-4775 or 

you District Commissioner Hank Brown 

at (503)577-8010 if you have 

any questions. 

All aboard the training 

train 

Join your host Carolyn 

Freitas as we train 

Cub Scout Leaders on 

October 11th. This is 

a sorely needed training, 

since as of this writing, 

only 14% of Cub Leaders in 

the district are trained. Please 

attend that training, because every 

boy deserves a trained leader. Then look 

forward to November 1st, as there will be 

an opportunity for all Scoutmasters to become 

trained. Any questions- call Carolyn 

Freitas at (503)513-6265. 

Cub Scout Fall roundup underway 

School is about to start up again, and 

that means that it’s time for every pack to 

think about growth. We’ll be offering free 

pinewood derby cars for every Cub Scout 

to any packs that grow by ten percent over 

Dec 2007. In this district people should know 

about us by now. We were there in force at 


District Chair 

Larry Chalew 

503.318.7288 

chalewl@pacifier.com 

n o r t h cl a c k a m a s di s t r i c t 

happy Valley’s 4th of July, and at Milwaukie 

Days in addition to taking over Clackamas 

Town Center, Plus we had Cubfest, a premier 

event! The community is aware. Recruiting 

should be a breeze. Good luck to all the 

packs, and congrats to those who have already 

brought in a bunch of new boys and 

their families. 

Popcorn sale Sept 27-Nov 2 

This last Spring under the leadership 

of Carla Wellington, we had a candy sale 

that broke us out of our slump and earned 

us accolades as a district. Now we turn to 

the big one, the Popcorn sale, with Daydra 

Blackburn at the helm once more. This 

year, we’ll make history by selling popcorn 

well beyond last year’s sale. Last year we 

beat the year before, so the upward trend 

is something we can all ride from here. Any 

questions, call your popcorn Kernel Daydra 

at (503)522-3316. 

District Committee and Commissioner 

Corps. looking for hands 

The North Clackamas Committee is looking 

to fill various leadership positions with 

dedicated volunteers. If anyone has the capacity 

and he enthusiasm to serve in Membership, 

Program, or as a Commissioner, 

please let the District Executive 

or the District Commissioner 

know immediately. Service 

on the District Committee 

will be fun, gratifying 

work that any volunteer 

can feel good about. 

The youth need some 

people to stand up for 

this community. Throughout 

the last few months, the 

district has secured most of 

the major positions. What it really 

needs now are people sit on the committees 

and to help the units along. Commissioners 

are the biggest need by far. 

Centennial Quality unit Commitment 

forms 

Have you seen that quality unit patch out 

there? Would you like one? Please take the 

very short amount of time to sit down with 

your DE or a commissioner to determine your 

goals now. The program was put together 

with the best interests of every unit in mind, 

and it can be a great tool if it is used. Set 

those goals. Earn that patch. Improve the 


Hank Brown 

H/503.577.8010 

hvbrown@verizon.net 

lives of those youth. 

William D. Boyce Award available 

The North Clackamas District is dedicated 

to bringing Scouting to as many families 

in the area as possible, and it’s well known 

that the best way for any community to experience 

Scouting is by starting a new unit. 

Any volunteer who helps a community get a 

scouting unit together can be awarded the 

William D Boyce New Unit organizer award, 

which is a square knot that can be worn on 

the uniform. If anyone knows of a church 

that needs a youth program, a civic organization 

that wants to serve young people, or 

a collection of families that may need something 

like a scouting program, please don’t 

hesitate to let the District Executive know. 

Good Turn For America 

No service project is complete unless it’s 

been registered at www.goodturnforamerica.org. 

Any service project, including one of 

the council projects or any Eagle Scout projects 

are eligible to be posted online. Your 

DE has your access code to that website. 


Scot Forbes 

B/503.225.5736 

sforbes@cpcbsa.org 




October 



9 Roundtable 



9 Charter Packets Ready 


11 Training Blitz 

November 




13 Roundtable 




15 Pow Wow 


Begin 


*Roundtables/Commissioner/OA/District 

Meetings: Held at the LDS Lake Oswego 

Stake Center – 14903 SW Westlake. 

Popcorn Sale 

Selling popcorn is a fantastic way for a 

pack or troop (and any other unit) to raise 

money for activities. Your council provides a 

great, risk-free sale of quality products with 

good commission. Sign-up is available online. 

Contact Pioneer Popcorn Kernel, Brenda 

Youngson, to let her know your unit will 

be participating (503.635.3243 or byoungson@comcast.net). 

Webelos Woods 2008 

This exciting annual event is scheduled 

for the weekend of October 3-5 at Camp 

Cooper. All Webelos I and II’s are strongly 

encouraged to attend! Signups are now 

available online at cpcbsa.org/register. Contact 

Webelos Woods Coordinator Mo Blake 

with any questions (503.452.0143 or bsatroop221@comcast.net). 

Training Blitz- October 11 

A host of training opportunities are 

provided to become trained this fall for 

the Scouting role you will play during the 

school year. Join fellow volunteers for the 

Pioneer District Training Blitz. New leaders 

essentials, and specific training for all Cub 

and Boy scout leaders will be covered. Be 

sure unit leaders attend this special event. 



Dennis Bishop 

503.701.8525 

dbishop@aequitascapital.com 


p i o n e e r di s t r i c t 

Signups are now available online at cpcbsa.org/register. 

Contact District Training 

Chair Sherri McPherson at 503-558-8506 

for more information. 

Winter Lodge Woodcut/Clean-up 

The 2008 Winter Lodge Woodcut is 

scheduled for September 20. Be sure to 

make your reservation as this is the only 

way to secure a spot in one of our winter 

lodges for your Troop. Cubs are invited to 

participate in the Winter Lodge Clean-up 

day which will be on October 11. Contact 

Mark White (mwhite@cpcbsa.org or 503- 

225-5745) with any questions. 

Pow-Wow 

Its not to late to signup for Pow-Wow. 


15th. This is a great opportunity for 

Cub Scout leaders and parents to get great 

ideas on how to run a variety of Cub Scout 

activities, including den meetings and pack 

meetings. This will also be your first opportunity 

to signup for Cub Scout day camp and 

resident camp for 2010. Log on to www.cpcbsa.org/register 

for more information and 

to sign up. 


The 2008 Charter Renewal packets will 

be available on at the October Roundtable. 

The scheduled turn-in dates are on November 

11-13. This year charters can only 

be completed online so make sure a representative 

from your unit comes to roundtable 

and gets trained! Contact District Commissioner 

Russ Garrett with any questions 

(503.638.1179 or russ.garrett@bullivant. 

com) 

District Volunteerism 

The Pioneer District Leadership has extensive 

background in all levels of Scouting. 

Volunteering at the district level provides 

a powerful and rewarding opportunity to 

serve the community. District leaders invite 

anyone with an interest to contact Mark 

White for more information (503.225.5745 

or mwhite@cpcbsa.org). 

2009 Summer Camp 

Where is your Troop going to camp next 

summer? If you have not already done so, 

now is the time to make reservations. Contact 

the Council Service Center at 503-226- 

3423. 

Friends of Scouting 

Scouting has succeeded in providing 


Russ Garrett 

503.816.6538 

russ.garrett@bullivant.com 

www.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/pioneer/ 


youth in our community with values based 

character development for nearly a century. 

The Council remains strong because of your 

support. More than $.85 of every dollar 

that we donate to the FOS campaign, sees 

its way directly back to the program that 

benefits our youth. Thank you to all units that 

participated in our annual fundraising campaign. 

The District is at 93% of its family 

goal in supporting the council budget. Contact 

Mark White for questions or to learn 

how you can help. (mwhite@cpcbsa.org or 

503-225-5745). 

Is your Unit Leader Trained? 

Unit Unit # Leader Trained? 

Pack 110 Cubmaster No 

Pack 128 Cubmaster Yes 




















Troop 1 Scoutmaster Yes 

Troop 3 Scoutmaster No 



















Mark White 

B/503.225.5712 

mwhite@cpcbsa.org



Vacant 

v a n-po r t me t r o di s t r i c t 


October 

4 District Committee Mtg. 

7 Key 3 Meeting 

9 Roundtable 


13 Charter Renewal Packets Ready 

November 

1 District Committee Mtg. 


13 Roundtable 


15 Pow Wow 

17 2010 Boy Scout Signups Begin 

CACO Camp Meriwether 

This year’s camping season ended with a 

success and a very fun-filled event at Camp 

Meriwether. For the fourth consecutive year 

Van-Port Scoutreach was invited to be a part 

of the Cambodian American Citizen’s Organization 

(CACO) Community Celebration. 

Kids from Northwest Family Services partners 

HB Lee Middle School, George Middle 

School and Ron Russell Middle School 

joined kids from Ft. Vancouver Scoutreach 

units 964 and 557 in a season ending 3 

days of cultural extravaganza of pure fun. 

More than 72 members of the Hispanic and 

Latino took part in this years event. Thanks 

to members of CACO for there warn, kind 

and generous outreach in building this truly 

cultural experience. 

Popcorn Sales 

Kim Louie has agreed to serve as this 

year’s Popcorn Kernel. Kim serves as a volunteer 

in the Ft. Vancouver District. Kim will 

provide strong leadership as Van-Port moves 

toward developing a well planned and executed 

product sales program. Selling popcorn 

is a fantastic way for a pack, troop, or 

crew to raise money for unit activities. Participation 

in product sales provides a great, 

no-risk fundraising event. For more information 

contact Popcorn Kernel, Kim Louie 

at 360-567-8631 or clairelou@comcast. 

net, or Vernard Taylor Scout Executive at 


Vernard Taylor 

B/503.225.5743 

vtaylor@cpcbsa.org 

503-225-5743 or vtaylor@cpcbsa.org . 

Winter Lodge 

Now is the time to begin making your 

unit’s reservation for this year’s Winter Lodge. 

Eight days make up this year’s schedule of 

fun in the snow. This year all outreach day 

are being held at Aubrey Watzek Lodges. 

Scoutreach Dates: 

Dec 26 - Outreach Day until 4pm 

Dec 26-27 - Outreach Overnight 

Dec 27-28 - Outreach Overnight 

Dec 29 - Outreach Day 



Jan 1 - Outreach Day 

Jan 2 - Outreach Day until 4pm 

Pow Wow 

November 15th is Cub Scout Pow Wow; 

an exciting day long training for all Cub 

Scout leaders. Pow Wow offers training 

sessions on many topics of interest that will 

help mentors conduct captivating, den and 

pack meeting. During the day participants 

can take timeout to browse the booth display 

area that features many program opportunities, 

and other useful information to 

Cub Leaders. The cost is $20.00 but if you 

pre- register early you will receive a $5.00 

discount. This is one day not to miss! 

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October 

2 District Committee Meeting, 7pm 

9 Roundtable and Charter Distribution, 

7pm 

9 OA Chapter Meeting 7pm 

25 Training: New Leader Essentials, Cub 

Scout, Boy Scout, Venture; Christ Community 

Church 

25 Camp Lewis Open House 

November 

6 District Committee Meeting, 7pm 

4 Charter Turn-in, 7pm, location TBA 

10 Charter Turn-in, 7pm, location TBA 

13 Roundtable and Charter Turn-in, 

7pm 

13 OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm 

15 Pow-Wow 


*District Committee Meeting, Commissioners 

Meeting, Roundtable at at Firm Foundation 

Christian School in Battle Ground (19919 

NE 107th Ave.). 

*OA Chapter Meeting: Bethal Lutheran 

Church 

Fall Roundup 2008 

Our 2008 Fall Roundup is in high gear! 

Many packs have already conducted their 

Join Nights, some packs will be having theirs 

in the first week of October. Here are five 

important things that must happen following 

your packs join night. How many have 

you already done? 


fees to the Council Service Center 

or your district executive. 

2. Ensure new scouts have one or more pos- 

3. 

4. 

itive scouting experiences within the first 

two weeks after they join your pack. 

Ensure all new den leaders and pack 

leaders receive Fast Start Training and 

make plans to attend New Leader Essentials 

and Leader Specific Training 

on October 20th. 

Keep families informed about den and 

pack activities. 

5. Plan your next recruiting effort. There 

are still many boys that have not been 

asked to join Cub Scouts. 

If you haven’t yet done any of these five 

things or if you have any questions about 

how to help your pack grow please contact 



Mike Parnell 

H/360.887.7190 

mike@wrrc.com 


s i l v e r sta r di s t r i c t 

Bennett Jacobs at 360-693-1741 ext 738 

or email at bjacobs@cpcbsa.org. Remember 

that your pack can earn free pinewood 

derby cars by recruiting and registering 

10% more youth then you had registered 

on your charter on December 31st 2007. 

Camp Lewis Open House 




Camp open house provides an opportunity 

to deliver this promise. Please let all of 

your new Cub Scouts and any boys who are 

thinking of joining, know about this great 

event which will be held Saturday October 

25th. We will need some volunteers 

to make this happen! We gladly welcome 

adult volunteers and youth ages 13 and up 

to help us staff this even. The full-day time 

commitment will be from about 7:30 am to 

4 pm. Two, two-hour sessions will run from 

9-11 am and from 1-3 pm, with lunch in between. 

There will be room for folks who can 

only work one session as well. Please contact 

Bennett Jacobs at 360-693-1741 ext 

738 or email at bjacobs@cpcbsa.org 

Popcorn Sale 

The Popcorn Sale officially kicked off 

the last week of September. Scouts in our 

district are off and selling! If your unit would 

like to earn some money you can still get 

involved in the Take Order sale by calling 

Darlene Parnell at 360-887-7190. 

Training 

On October 25th we will be holding 

the following trainings at Christ Community 

Church (11900 NE 95th St. #440, Vancouver, 

WA 98682) 

• New Leader Essentials 

• Cub Scout Leader Specific Training 

• Boy Scout Specific Training 

• Venture Leader Specific Training 

If you have any questions regarding those 

trainings, please contact Rick Gifft at 360- 

892-3661 or Ltuisis@aol.com. 

District Email List 

Be in the know signup for the Silver Star 

District email list. We send out important information 

about district and council events. 

Simply go to www.cpcbsa.org/email scroll 

down to districts and click on the Silver Star 

Link. 

Sasquatch Hunt 

Mike McElveny deserves a big thank 


you for planning and carrying out yet another 

very successful Sasquatch Hunt on the 

last weekend of September. Everyone had 

a blast! 


It’s that time of year again. Charter Renewal 

is coming up quickly. Charter turn-in 

will be as follows on November 13 for all 

LDS units and on November 7th (time and 

location TBA) all non-LDS units will turn their 

charters in. All non-LDS units will again have 

a chance to turn in charters on November 

13th one hour before Roundtable. If you have 

questions or need to make special arrangements 

please call our District Commissioner, 

Roger Jarvis at 360-687-4857 or email at 

rapidroger72@aol.com. 

Pow-Wow 

Its not too late to signup for Pow-Wow. 


15th. This is a great opportunity for Cub 

Scout leaders and parents to get great ideas 

on how to run a variety of cub scout activities, 

including den meetings and pack meetings. 

This will also be your first opportunity 

to signup for Cub Scout day camp and resident 

camp for 2009. 

New Roundtable Commissioners 

The Silver Star District welcomes three 

new volunteers who have stepped up to lead 

roundtables. Firstly, Jim Ghormley will be 

the new Boy Scout Roundtable Commissioner 

and Roundtable MC. Secondly, Sheila Cruz 

and Monica Leggett will be the new Cub 

Scout Roundtable Co-Commissioners. These 

three folks are fired up to make roundtable 

bigger and better and make it the most 

efficient use of time and resources. Please 

make sure that a representative from your 

unit attends all the roundtables this fall to 

support them and your unit. 



Bennett Jacobs 

Roger O. Jarvis 

B/360.693.1741 ext. 738 or 

H/360.687.4857 

503.225.5738 

rapidroger72@aol.com 

bjacobs@cpcbsa.org 

www.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/silver_star/Silver_Star.htm

s u n s e t tr a i l di s t r i c t 



October 

1 Online Charter Renewal Begins 



9 Roundtable 

9 OA Meeting 



11 NLE Training 

11 Cub and Boy Scout, Varsity, and 

Venture Specific Training 

11 Youth Protection Training 


November 



8 BALOO –Location TBA 

13 Roundtable 

13 OA Meeting 

13 Den Chief Training (2 of 2) 

15 Pow Wow Training (All Cub Scout 

Leaders) 

13 Charter Turn-in (Beaverton 

LDS Stake Center) 

13 Online Advancement Training 

14-15 Intro to Outdoor Skills Training 


District Committee Meeting, Commissioners 

Meeting, Roundtable, OA Chapter Meeting: 

Beaverton LDS Stake Center, 4195 SW 99th 

Ave., Beaverton 

Key Priorities for the Next 60 

Days 

• Set a date and conduct a school night 

or open house for your Pack, Troop, 

or Crew. 

• Order Flyers for your School Night. 

• Finish your 2008 Friends of Scouting 

program. 

• Cub Scout Leaders should attend Pow 

Wow Training. 

• Webelos Leaders and Scouts should attend 

Webelos Woods. 

• Attend Recharter Training on October 

9th (Beaverton LDS Stake Center) 

• Cub Scout Leaders should attend Pow 

Wow on Nov. 15th. 

New District Executive Announced 

We are pleased to announce and welcome 

Adam Hough, the new District Executive 

for the Sunset Trail. Adam grew up in Rapid 



vacant 

City, South Dakota where he enjoyed playing 

baseball and received his Eagle Scout 

Rank. Adam moved out to Portland, OR in 

2000 and graduated from Portland State 

University in 2007 with a double major degree 

in Marketing and Advertising Management. 

Adam and his wife Arren just welcomed 

their son Mason into the world on July 

16th. “I’m thrilled to be involved in Scouting 

again and also getting my family involved. 

I look forward to making the best district in 

CPC even better!!” Adam will be an asset 

to the Sunset Trail District with his Scouting, 

business, and marketing experience. Please 

help make Adam Hough feel welcome. 

School Night Flyers 

School Night flyers and postcards are 

available and can be printed free of charge. 

The flyers are available with Cub Scout, 

Boy Scout, and Venturing themes. Items to 

be printed on the flyer are date, time, and 

location of the school night. Please contact 

Kelly McHargue at 503-225-5727 or kmchargue@cpcbsa.org 

for all flyer requests. 

Please allow a minimum of 72 hours for processing. 

Please set a date for a School night 

this month. It is important to sustain and grow 

our Scouts in the program. Every boy should 

have the opportunity to enjoy Scouting. Let’s 

get involved and offer an invitation to join 

Scouting. Cub Scout units that grow 10% in 

youth from December 2007 will receive free 

Pinewood Derby Cars for the entire Pack. 

Popcorn Anyone? 

The Popcorn sale is in full swing and we 

have more units selling in Sunset Trail than 

we have in years past! Thank you to all the 

unit kernels for making this a keystone year 

for ST Popcorn sales in the future. You should 

be well on your way to making your Popcorn 

Goal. Keep selling! Call local stores and ask 


Wayne Olmstead 

H/503.629.5657 

wcj.olmstead@comcast.net 


Eric Hearn 

B/503.225.5737 

ehearn@cpcbsa.org 

if they’d like to help out your Pack or Troop 

by letting you sell in front of their stores for 

a few hours. Get the boys out there and do 

your Show-n-Sell, Show-n-Deliver, and Take 

Order sales. And remember…Always wear 

your uniforms when selling!!! 

Dates to Remember- 

-Sun, 11/2 Sale Ends 

-Wed, 11/5 Product Return Dates – 

NO RETURNS AFTER THIS DATE! 

-Thur, 11/6 All Paperwork & Checks 

due to District Kernel 

-Fri, 11/7 Deadline to order prizes 

online – Hit the submit button! 

-Sat 

11/22 Take Order Popcorn Distributed 

to Units 

-Thur, 1/8 Above and Beyond commission 

checks distributed to units at 

Roundtable 

Friends of Scout Pacesetters 

The 2009 Friends of Scouting Campaign 

(FOS) will begin in January. There are many 

units (Packs and Troops) that had excellent 

success with Friends of Scouting Campaign 

in 2008. These units contacted all past contributors, 

Scouting Alumni, and current Scout 

families and asked for their contribution to 

Scouting. This year, we are looking for a few 

units to serve as FOS Pacesetters and kickoff 

their campaigns in December. The Scout 

Families and unit supporters benefit by setting 

the pace for the district. Also, pacesetters 

benefit with a second tax deduction 

during the same year. The unit and contributors 

are finished with the FOS Campaign 

before the New Year has begun. For more 

information, please contact Eric Hearn 503- 

225-5737 or ehearn@cpcbsa.org. 

New Beaverton Mayor Honored 

The Sunset Trail District and the Cascade 

Pacific Council announces the honoree 

of the 2008 Citizen of the Year Dinner. 

Dennis Doyle, a long time City Councilman 

of the Beaverton City Council and recently 

elected Mayor was chosen to receive the 

award. The dinner is a fundraising event to 

raise money for Scouting in our council. The 

reception will begin at 5:30pm with dinner 

at 6:30pm at Ernesto’s Italian Restaurant on 

October 22th. Tickets are $45 and tables 

are available at $320. Please contact Eric 

Hearn 503-225-5737 or ehearn@cpcbsa. 

org for more information. 


Adam Hough 

B/503.225.5746 

ahough@cpcbsa.org 




October 



9 Roundtable 



Standing Calendar Locations 

*District Committee – Season Grill, 101 N 

Elm St, Canby 

*Roundtable – Canby LDS Building, 1285 S 

Elm Street, Canby 

*OA Chapter Meeting – Canby Community 

Park A-Frame 

Launch yourself into Boy Scouting 

by attending Webelos Woods 

Open to all first and second year Webelos 

this event is a fun-filled weekend 

of camping, outdoor activities, 

and scouting skills designed 

to give Webelos Scouts an 

in-depth preview of the Boy 

Scouting experience. This first 

introduction to a ‘boy led’ 

program will introduce Webelos 

to scout camping, meal 

preparation, and other 

outdoor skills. 

This year’s 

event will be held 

at Scouters’ Mountain 

on the weekend 

of October 17- 

19th. Check in begins 

at 5:00PM on Friday with the 

weekend wrapping up around noon on Sunday. 

Units are responsible for their own 

meals with the exception of a closing breakfast. 

The event fee is $12.00 per person paid 

by October 10th, and $15.00 per person 

thereafter. This fee covers the cost of materials, 

a patch, and Sunday’s breakfast. AD- 

VANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, and 

can be made at www.cpcbsa.org/register 

For more information please contact 

Tom Juratovac at 503-781-0139 or Juratovac@bctonline.com 

New Roundtable Commissioner 

Please welcome our new Boy Scout 

Roundtable Commissioner Dave Strouts. Dave 



Mitch Jorgenson 

H/ 503.829.4824 

mjj@molalla.net 


t h r e e ri v e r s di s t r i c t 

has planned a number of exciting changes 

for roundtable this year including delving 

deeply into each monthly theme. In October 

we will be exploring safety within your 

units program. Time will be spent highlighting 

Boy Scout operational guidelines, online 

training materials, the guide to safe scouting, 

and much much more. Please come check it 

out, it is sure to be a lot of fun! 

Popcorn Sale 

It is now time to sign up for the Popcorn 

sale. Your unit can receive up to a 35% 

commission by signing up and attending a 

council popcorn kickoff. Popcorn is a great 

way to fund your units activities for the entire 

year. For more information please contact 

Rick Peterson: (503) 655-6605 

Blast Off Your Program This Fall! 

School Open Houses and other community 

events provide us with any excellent 

opportunity to connect to potential families 

and create a positive first impression. Having 

an exciting event for families to participate 

in can really set the stage for gaining 

their involvement. 

Water Rocket Kits to Check out 

Water Rockets are easy to build, safe, 

and a whole lot of fun! In an effort to 

support your packs recruitment efforts 

Three Rivers District will supply 

your unit with the necessary 

supplies to make turn your 

open house event a success. 

Units can checkout 

on a first come first 

served basis a rocket 

kit for your school’s open 

house. (These kits are limited and 

must be returned the day following your 

open house event) 

Rocket Kit includes: 

• Launcher 

• Detailed instructions 

• Rocket Construction materials 

NOTE: Each Pack must provides bottles. Prefilled 

16.9 ounce water bottle work best 

as they are cheap, readily available, and 

each prospective scout can leave with their 

own rocket. For more information, or to reserve 

a rocket kit, please contact: Chris Baker 

503-225–5707 

Klondike Derby is coming soon! 

Despite the 2 year hiatus plans are in 

the works to hold a Klondike derby in 2009. 


Dennis Mills 

H/503.631.4172 

dj@pdquipment.com 

www.cpcbsa.org/threerivers 


Chris Baker 

B/503.225.5707 

cbaker@cpcbsa.org 


A committee under the direction of Norm 

Fromm has begun working to bring you this 

exciting outdoor activity. If you are interested 

in lending a hand please contact Norm 

at (503) 263-2403. 

Cool addition to the Summertime 

Pack Award! 

Did you know that if your scouts participate 

in just three activities over the summer they 

are eligible to earn the summertime pack 

award. Starting this year, there is a different 

color pin for each Cub Scout rank so 

earning the pin each year has more incentive. 

Check out this cool new addition, and 

if you were eligible this year plan to earn 

the award next year. 

What Makes a Trained Boy Scout 

Leader? 

Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters 

are considered trained when they have 

completed: 

1.) New Leader Essentials 

2.) Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster 

Leader Specific Training 

3.) Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. 

When: 

New this year, Scoutmaster training will 

be a one-weekend session. 24-26 October 

2008. Pre-registration is encouraged by 

signing up at Roundtable or by downloading 

the registration form from www.cpcbsa. 

org/threerivers. 

Start TIME: 

Friday 5:30 pm. End TIME: Sunday 

around 1:00 pm (LDS may leave after campfire 

on Saturday evening) 

Where: 

Camp Onahlee 

211, Molalla, OR 97038 

How Much: 

The fee for this course is $25.00. 

15706 S Highway 

For More Information Please Contact: 

Joseph Wipff (Three Rivers District Boy Scout 

Training Coordinator): 

E-mail: wipff2002@yahoo.com 

Cell Phone: 541-905-7472

t h u n d e r b i r d di s t r i c t 





vacant 


Bob Pierce 

H/503.661.2931 

pierce1956@aol.com 


Scott Mischke 

B/503.225.5718 

smischke@cpcbsa.org 


Chris Cone 

B/503.225.5741 

ccone@cpcbsa.org 

www.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/cpcthunder/index.html 

October 

1 Charter renewal available 

on-line 


2 District Commissioners Meeting 

9 Roundtable/OA, 

9 Charter Renewal Training @ RT 

11 Winter Lodge Clean up 

17-19 Jamboree on the Air 

17-19 Webelos Woods, Butte Creek 

17-19 Over night trainings 

November 



2 Popcorn Sale ends 

6 Popcorn paper work, turn in 

deadline 

7-9 Cooking Merit Badge Weekend, 

Scouter’s Mountain 

13 Roundtable/OA 

13 Charter Turn-in @ Roundtable 

13 Life to Eagle Training 

15 Pow-Wow 

Meeting locations: 

*Roundtable-7pm, Gresham LDS Church, 

3600 SE 182nd 

*District Commissioners Mtg- 6:30pm, St. Henry’s 

Catholic Church, Gresham 

*District Committee mtg- 7pm, St. Henry’s 

Catholic Church 

*OA Chapter Mtg-, 7pm, Gresham LDS 

Church, 3600 SE 182nd 

Popcorn Sale 

Are you selling popcorn this year?? 

There is still time to sign up and help support 

the best youth program in our community. 

Your troop or pack can earn up 

to 35% commission on the sale of popcorn. 

The Trails End trail product line consists of 

the delicious chocolate popcorn, the classic 

caramel corn, the yummy and easy microwave 

popcorn. Last year the Thunderbird 

District, lead the Cascade Pacific Council in 

totals sales. There are great prizes to be 

earned by all scouts who sell. The sale ends 

on November 2nd, so don’t delay to sign up 

today!! If you have any questions, contact 

Meg Weinert at 503-667-1848. 

If we as a district make our goal in product 

sales each unit’s top seller and their popcorn 

chair will get to throw a cream pie into 

the face of everyone’s favorite District Executive. 

Plus, the Thunderbird District Committee 

will serenade District Director Scott 

Mischke with the song “I’m so Pretty”! And 

that’s not all. Chris Cone will dye his hair 

and let the top seller of the district shave it 

off! A lot of embarrassing good humored 

fun will be happening when we make our 

product sale goal as a district! So sell that 

popcorn and think Lemon Meringue! 

Charter Renewal Orientation 

Every year each boy, adult, and chartered 

organization must re-register with the 

Boy Scouts of America. This process may be 

very simple or it may be long and drawn out. 

If you are a COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN you 

are about to enter into this process. The most 

important time saver for you is the Charter 

Renewal Orientation, Sept 25th. This training 

will make your life a whole lot easier. 

Be sure to send the appropriate person from 

your unit to get all the latest and greatest 

info. The Thunderbird District Charter turning 

deadline is the November Roundtable. 

If you have any questions, please contact 

your Unit Commissioner or District Commissioner 

Bob Pierce 503 349-4683. 

Webelos Woods 

If you still don’t have this on your calendar, 

it isn’t too late to sign up. This year’s 

event will be held at Butte Creek Scout 

ranch on October 17-19th. There are a 

few changes to this event this year, so be 

sure to review the guidebook. Learn about 

the exciting adventure that is the Boy Scouts 

of America. For more information, contact 

Randy Veeker at 503-314-0879. 

Pow Wow 

This is one event you DO not want to 

miss! Have new leaders in the pack? Pow 

Wow is a fantastic one day training and 

fellowship event for new adults and veterans 

alike plus an enjoyable way to get the 

excitement back into your Cub Scout program. 

Be sure to sign up on the council web 

site and bring a friend to two. 

Please welcome … 

Mr. Patrick Nance servicing the Thunderbird 

District as a new District Executive 

along side with Christopher Cone. Patrick 

has been a long time member of scouting. 

Growing up in Eagle Point, OR, Patrick joined 

cub scouts as a webelos, and crossed into 

Boy Scouts after earning his Arrow of Light. 

He earned his Eagle Scout award in June 

of 2003. He received his BA degree from 

Linfield College in 2007. He has also just 

completed work on his MA degree from the 

University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England. 

Thank You… 

• To all the leaders and adults who made 

summer camp a reality for all of the scouts 

in Thunderbird district. 

• To all that attended and helped organize 

Dewin Harris’s Distinguished Citizen’s 

Award and Dinner. 

Camp Open Houses 

Don’t forget to go explore all the cub 

camp properties. Take advantage of the 

two weekends, they are free for all. Bring 

the whole family and come test your skills 

at the BB range of show of your skills at 

the archery range. This is also a great opportunity 

for packs to bring new scouts as 

a pack outing. How about showing those 

family’s that haven’t quite decided join yet 

how much fun Scouting really is? Look for 

the dates are: 


Cub World and Camp Ireland 


Cub World, Gilbert Ranch, and Lewis 

Training 

We had a great turn out! Thanks to 

the hard work of Dan LeBrun and the rest 

of the training staff. But if you still need to 

be trained contact your District Committee 

and let’s get that fixed. 


Patrick Nance 

B/503.225.5729 

pnance@cpcbsa.org 




October 

1 Charter Renewal Opens Online 


7:00 PM 


7:00 PM 



November 

7 Boy Scout Basic Outdoor 

Leader Training 


6:15 PM 


7:00 PM 

15 Pow Wow, CS Leader Training 


Membership 

Fall is traditionally when packs try to 

recruit new families to Cub Scouting. New 

data provided by National BSA shows that 

generation X and Y parents like to be introduced 

to leaders. Having a short biography 

of your den and pack leaders would make 

them feel like they can relate to you , making 

them feel comfortable and more likely 

to join. Packs might include these short bios 

on the back of your annual program calendar 

or on a separate sheet of paper at your 

join events. There are many activities competing 

for the extra-curricular hours, making 

sharing the message that there is no “deadline” 

to join Scouting even more important. 

It’s important to have a year round recruitment 

plan for your pack. The packs that 

recruit during the Spring and before camp 

have an easier time recruiting new leaders, 

getting them trained sooner and providing 

a stronger pack for even MORE families to 

join in the Fall. 

Charter Renewal begins. 

Do not wait to turn in applications for 

your new youth, youth you find on rosters 

and new adult leaders. When uploading 

the charter renewal program, if you have 

turned in your applications, the roster will 

be as complete as possible and your data 

entry will be drastically reduced! Please 

begin now checking your rosters for address, 

birthday, and phone number accuracy by using 

your rosters available on the Online Advancement 

web site. If you need your unit 



Steve Jensen 

H/503.842.8428 


t i l l a m o o k di s t r i c t 

ID #, please ask Sharon Larson at Roundtable. 

Popping for the Popcorn Sale 

Teri Fladstol (tlfladstol@embarqmail. 

com) and held a fun and exciting Popcorn 

Kernel training for unit leaders. There are 

so many prizes available for your Scouts to 

earn during the sale. It’s not too late to sell 

popcorn. Since all units have annual planning 

accomplished, you should share the 

cost per boy with your families and let them 

know what they need to sell to pay their 

way through the entire Scout year. Each 

boy should have a goal to pay for Scouting 

and maybe even a goal of what prize 

they would like to earn. Families should 

know that their boys can and should earn 

their fare share (THRIFTY) and to help get 

themselves to summer camp. The popcorn 

sale runs the duration of the month of October. 

Please support the Scouts by buying 

popcorn. 

Training Opportunity 

Leaders should visit the Cascade Pacific 

Council website at www.cpcbsa.org and 

click on training. From here, you can access 

the Fast Start training which will give you 

a brief, succinct video about your new role 

in Scouting and how your meetings should 

be run. You will also need to plan time to 

attend the New Leader Essentials (approximately 

1.5 hours) and Leader Specific Training 

(varies depending on your leadership 

role) required for your position. Since they 

will be held back to back, you should plan 

for at least 4 hours. We realize this makes 

for a long evening, however, it will be only 

one evening instead of two. 

November 15th is Cub Scout Pow 

Wow. 

This is a day long, premier training for 

all Cub Scout leaders. You will have a wonderful 

time at this year’s Western Themed 

training. The cost is $20 but if you register 

early, you will receive a $5 discount. This 

price includes the rental of the location, your 

lunch, and a cd-rom that includes all of the 

resources for EVERY class offered that day, 

even the ones you couldn’t make because 

you were taking other classes. What a bargain! 

The Outdoors 

Summer Camp 

It’s time to think about registering your 


Vacant 

http://www.cpcbsa.org/districts/districts/tillamook 


troop for summer camp 2009. It may seem 

like you just finished the summer program, 

however, our boy scout camps often fill up 

in specific weeks. You can check weekly on 

the status of availability online at www.cpcbsa.org 

and click on Camp Availability. For 

Cub Scout packs, camp reservations open up 

at POW WOW, November 15th. This includes 

cub resident, Webelos Resident and 

Day Camp. The following Monday, Boy 

Scouts camps open up for 2010. 

Independent Camp Reports 

Please complete your independent 

camping experience by submitting your final 

camp report, online at www.cpcbsa.org/ 

register. All troops, teams and crews should 

completed this report if you camped anywhere 

but a Cascade Pacific Council summer 

camp.. Thanks for your attention to this 

detail. 

District Events 

Roundtable Guest for Packs in November 

Dan the Bug Man will be presenting at 

Roundtable in November. He has been invited 

to present on how his business works, 

what service he provides to homeowners 

and to show how local people (resources) 

can help provide fun and creative program 

for your boys at Pack Meetings. Please invite 

all of your leaders to attend November 

20th, 7:00 PM at the Tillamook LDS Church 

Bldg. 

Nominating Committee 

The purpose of the Nominating Committee 

is to identify community leaders and 

friends of Scouting to help fill vacancies on 

the district committee and district leadership. 

Nominations are now open from district 

volunteers. 


Sharon Larson 

B/503.472.3868 

slarson@cpcbsa.org

tuality di s t r i c t 



October 

2 OA Meeting 

4 Scoutmaster, Assistant SM, 

Varsity Coach and Asst. Varsity 

Coach, Venturing Advisors 

Training 8:30am@ Helvetia 

Community Church 



9 Roundtable/Charter Renewal 

Training 


Training, 9:30am, Helvetia 

Community Church 

16 OA Meeting 

17-19 Webelos Woods at Camp 

Meriwether 

24-26 Introduction To Outdoor 

Leadership Skills @ Cooper. 

November 


6 OA Meeting 

13 Roundtable 

13 Charter Turn-In @ Roundtable 

19 New Leader Essentials Training, 

7pm, Forest Grove LDS Chapel 

19 LDS Charter Turn-In. Hillsboro S 

take Center 7pm 




Mark Mcomie 

H/503.640.4600 

mmcomie@verizon.net 


Scott Harris 

H/503.359.5312 

swhbsa@verizon.net 

www.cpcbsa.org/cpcbsa/council/districts/tuality/index.html 


*District Committee/Commissioners-6:45pm 

Jackson School House, Hillsboro. 

*Roundtable-LDS Stake Center, Jackson 

School Rd, Hillsboro, 7pm 

*OA Meeting-7:17pm, Helvetia Community 

Church 

2008 Webelos Woods is nearly 

here! 

Webelos Woods will provide an outdoor 

experience for Webelos 1 and Webelos 

2 scouts, an advancement opportunity 

for Webelos scouts, an opportunity to see 

Boy Scouting in action, and an opportunity 

for leadership development for Boy Scouts. 

The event will be held at Camp Meriwether 

October 17-19 2008. Any 1st and 2nd 

year Webelo scout, Boy Scout Troops, and 

the Order of the Arrow Chapter may participate. 

The fee os $15/scout and $15/ 

each Webelos partner/parent attending. 

The fee includes Breakfast, lunch, and dinner 

on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday 

as well as a special patch and camping accommodations. 

Advancement activities will 

be included on the Webelos Woods passport 

which will be presented to Webelos 

Scouts who check in on Friday. Registration 

may be completed on-line by accessing online 

events on the www.cpcbsa.org website 

or by submitting fees at October roundtable. 

Don’t miss out on this great fall event 

at the Council’s flagship camp! 

Training is happening 

Every scout deserves a trained leader. 

Check our district calendar for upcoming 

training dates or contact district training 

chair Carl Yergen, 503-647-5393 or 

olgriznmamabear@msn.com 

Popcorn Sales 

It is not too late to sign up for popcorn 

sales for delivery in November. The take 

order phase of the sale can net your unit 

up to 33% commission. A wide variety of 

products is available. Contact Popcorn Kernal 

John Small, 503-466-4934 if you have 

not signed up yet. 

Rechartering is upon us 

Yes, it is about time to renew your unit’s 

scouting program for another year. Last year 

nearly every scouting unit in Tuality rechartered 

on-line. Two trainings are coming up for 

this important endeavor. On October 8th we 

will have a focused LDS only training at the 

Hillsboro Stake Center from 7-8pm. During 

roundtable on October 9th Tuality is offering 

a training for the remainder of the district. 

Please contact your unit commissioner 

or district commissioner Scott Harris, swhbsa@verizon.net 

with questions prior. Your 

charters will be available at the trainings. 

All charters are due by November 15th. 

Local Eagle Scout project complete 

Colin Sherrill of Troop 213 extended 

his love of nature to his love for Scouting 

when completing his recent Eagle project. 

The incoming Forest Grove High School senior 

led a work crew in building a 10-foot 

long foot bridge in the northeast corner of 

Fernhill Wetlands. Sherill managed the project 

from start to finish, coming up with the 

rough sketches last June, working with the 

Fernhill Wetlands advisory council and soliciting 

materials donations from area businesses. 

Located near Dobbler’s Marsh, the 

structure boasts a six-foot wide walking section 

and a four-foot wide viewing section. 

Rocket Launch 

In August, scouter Susan Royce of Tuality 

district coordinated a very successful rocket 

launch at the Washington County Fairgrounds. 

Over 50 Cub Scouts created and 

launched model rockets. For the 1st time ever, 

the Tuality youth really enjoyed a successful 

event. Kudos to all who helped out! 

Local Scouts participated this summer in a rocket launch at 

the Washington County fairgrounds. 


David Noyes 

B/503.225.5731 

dnoyes@cpcbsa.org 




October 

2 District Committee Meeting (TLC) 

4 New Leaders Essentials Training 

(TUMC) 


Training (TUMC) 

9 Roundtable, (TLC) 7PM Gather, 

7:30 opening. 

9 Commissioner Staff Meeting, 

6:30pm, (TLC) 

9 OA Chapter Meeting (TLC) 

9 Charter Renewal Orientation 

(TLC) 6:30pm – 8:30pm 

10-12 OA Ordeal Scouters Mountain 

11 Winter Lodge Clean up 

11 Boy Scout Leader Specific, 

Varsity Leader Specific, 

Venturing Leader Specific 

Training (TUMC) 

17-19 Webelos Woods, Camp Clark 

18 Cub Scout Open House Cub 

World, Ireland, 

25 Cub Scout Open House Cub 

World, Gilbert Ranch, Lewis. 

30-11/1 Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills. 

Browns Ferry Park. 

30-11/1 Webelos Outdoor Training 

November 

2 Popcorn Sale Ends 

2-4 Popcorn Sale Final Turn-ins. 

6 District Committee (TLC) 

13 Roundtable (TLC) 


(TLC) 

13 OA Chapter Meeting (TLC) 

15 POW WOW 


Begin 


Training (TLC) 6:30pm – 8:30pm 

20 Charter Turn In (TLC) 

6:30pm – 8:30pm 

Key Meeting Locations 

*(TLC) Tigard LDS Church , 15555 SW 

98th. 

*(TUMC) Tualatin United Methodist Church 

20200 SW Martinazzi Ave Tualatin 

Key Priorities for next 60 days 

1. Conduct Recruitment night and turn in 

new kids. 

2. Attend Training. 



Janice Essenberg 

971.226.4230 

jazzerjanice@hotmail.com 


w a p i t i di s t r i c t 

3. Log in to Good Turn for America and 

report service projects. 

4. Sign up for 2009 Summer Camp. 

5. Prepare for Charter Renewal 

Attend training, Turn in Completed Charter 

by Nov. Roundtable 

6. Sell Popcorn and pay attention to deadlines 

7. Sign up for PowWow 

8. Secure Plans for Scouting for Food. 

Popcorn Sale 

The Popcorn Sale is off to a great start. 

Reports from one boy is that he sold over 

$500 in the first weekend. Door-to-Door 

show and Deliver has been very successful. 

Remember the sale end s Nov. 2nd. Cindy 

Hillyard and Todd McDonald will work to 

set meetings with each unit Selling. If you 

need more product or have any questions 

please contact Cindy Hillyard at 503 625- 

1428, markcindyhillyard@yahoo.com or 

Todd McDonald. 

Every Boy Deserves a Trained 

Leader 

The BSA offers training to help orient 

leaders in their role, provide essential resources, 

and inspire adults to give the best 

program they can. Your boys will benefit 

from the training you receive. You will 

have a much stronger impact on their lives. 

Wapiti District has prepared two dates for 

Training in October. On October 4th, Wapiti 

District will conduct New Leaders Essentials 

Training from 8 AM to 11 AM at Tualatin 

United Methodist Church 20200 SW 

Martinazzi Ave Tualatin, OR 97062. This 

training is required for all leaders. Cub 

Scout Leaders and parents should plan on 

staying from Noon to 4PM on October 4th 

for Leader Specific Training. This training 

will break out into sessions for Cubmasters, 

Pack Committee, Tiger Leaders, Wolf Leaders, 

Bear Leaders and Webelos Leaders. 

Saturday October 11th Boy Scout Leaders 

Specific I,II,III, Varsity specific, and Venturing 

specific Training, from 8am-3pm will be 

held at Tualatin United Methodist Church.Finally, 

Boy Scout Leaders and Varsity Leaders 

should plan on attending the Outdoor 

Leader Skills Training overnight on October 

30 – November 1st at Browns Ferry Community 

Center in Tualatin Oregon. If these 

dates do not work for you there are many 

other trainings happening in our area. If 


Don Glazier 

H/503.639.6877 

glazierd@ohsu.edu 


you have any questions please contact Tom 

Kroen 503 692-2799 or tkroen@yahoo. 

com. 

Charter Renewal to be completed 

by November Roundtable 

Every year each boy, adult, and chartered 

organization must re-register with the 

Boy Scouts of America. This process may be 

very simple or it may be long and drawn out. 

If you are a COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN you 

are about to enter into this process. Each 

unit should plan to have this process completed 

in November. Plan on picking up your 

packet at October Roundtable and returning 

it completed at the November Roundtable. 

Your District Commissioner Staff is 

ready to help you. If you need any help 

contact Don Glazier at 503 639-6877 or 

GlazierD@ohsu.edu. 

Scouting for Food 

December 6th is Scouting for Food Day, 

a terrific service project for any unit. This is 

a Good Turn for America project, so your 

Scouts will qualify for two patches: a Scouting 

for Food segment (free), and the Good 

Turn for America patch (from Scout Stores). 

and they can be contacted for questions and 

to sign up for this annual project. Be certain 

to attend November roundtable in November 

.to pick up collection bags. 

Plan Now for Pow-Wow! 

The biggest Cub Scout adult event of the 

year will happen Nov 15th…All Cub Scout 

adults will enjoy the Pow-Wow! Adults get to 

re-learn fun stuff like crafts, songs, skits, and 

get ideas for making their own kids’ meetings 

fun and interesting. Be sure to put this 

on your own calendar, and on your pack and 

den calendars. Everyone goes away with a 

jam-packed computer CD with lots of resource 

materials as well! Find the registration 

form at roundtable or visit www.cpcbsa.org. 

Be A Friend of Scouting Pacesetter 

Blessed art those who get things done 

early. Your Unit can be a Pacesetter by 

coming to the Pacesetter Kickoff at the December 

Roundtable. You must RSVP to Todd 

McDonald to insure that your unit is enrolled 

in the Pacesetter Challenge. This means you 

will have everything you need in December 

to start your FOS efforts. 


Todd McDonald 

B/503.225.5750 

tmcdonald@cpcbsa.org

willamette di s t r i c t 



October 

1 Charters available on-line 

2 Com’r Staff Meeting 


9 Roundtable 


9 Charter Packets Available 

18 All Leaders Training, New 

Leaders, Leader Specific, Youth 

Protection 

November 

6 District Charter Turn – In 


6 Com’r Staff Meeting 

13 Roundtable 

13 Charter Turn – In 

15 All Charters Due 


*LDS Chapel, 45th St, 7 pm 

Year Round Recruiting 

The importance of finding or replacing 

unit members, both youth and adult, will improve 

your unit’s program and make it fun 

for everyone. “More hands make light work” 

will truly make your unit’s outings and activities 

the best! Your unit’s Growth Coordinator 

should be looking for marketing opportunities 

that will attract new members. Working 

with your unit’s sponsor, neighborhood 

schools, church, etc, will provide ways to invite 

boys to join your unit. The Scout Service 

Center has blank flyers that can be printed 

with your unit’s joining activity and contact 

information. As a wise old man once told 

me, “I don’t know a First Grader that doesn’t 

want to be a Cub Scout”. Please call Brad 

Burge 503.581.6601 x206 for help in delivering 

the promise of Scouting to your area’s 

youth. 

Charter Renewal Time 

All Unit charters are done on-line starting 

October 1st, with a completion date before 

November 15th. Charter renewal is a 

great time to clean up your unit roster, and 

see where changes need to be made. Is your 

Cubmaster’s son graduating, is your Scoutmaster’s 

son an Eagle? Maybe it is time for 

a leadership change, and this is the perfect 

opportunity to find out. If you need help in 

selecting quality leaders call Steve Utter or 

Brad Burge at 503.581.6601 and they will 

help you out. 



Steve Anderson 

H/ 503 587-3675 

andersonriskanalysis@comcast.net 

Charter renewal is also the perfect time 

to look into leader training. Talk to your 

leaders and make sure that they are all 

trained; if not, come to the training on October 

18. Remember, every boy deserves 

a trained leader! Also, training is part of 

the Centennial Quality Unit Award, so make 

sure that leader training does not keep you 

from getting this award. 

Training 

Willamette District will hold the final 

scheduled training for the year on October 

18, 2008 at the LDS Chapel at 1375 Lockhaven 

Dr NE, Keizer. Registration will begin 

at 7:30 a.m. with training starting promptly 

at 8:00 a.m. Training will be held for Cub 

Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity, Venturing, Committee, 

and Charter Organizations. Be sure 

to take inventory of who is trained and who 

needs to attend this training so that your 

unit can get the Centennial Quality Unit 

Award. 

Centennial Quality Unit 

It’s time to start reviewing your progress 

towards the 2008 Quality Unit Award. 

Make an appointment to sit down with Steve 

Utter, Brad Burge, or Steve Potter so that we 

can review and make sure that you qualify 

for this year’s award. 

Popcorn Sale 

The popcorn sale is an opportunity to 

fund an entire year of activities, 

including membership dues, Boys’ Life subscriptions, 

and all the fun the Scouts 

can handle. If your Scouts are tired of fundraiser 

after fundraiser, then please 

sign up to sell popcorn; it truly could be 

their only fundraiser for the year. It is exceptionally 

easy to get started with a Scout 

key code for Orderpopcorn.com, where the 

boys can begin making sales immediately 

with anyone they know by selling popcorn 

online. Contact your unit leader for 

the Scout key code to allow your scouts 

instant access to this new feature of the 

popcorn sale. Also, you can contact Trish 

Crenshaw at 503.930.7318 or Steve Utter, 

503.581.6601 x 208 for more information 

on the popcorn sale as a whole. 


Steve Potter 

H/503.873.2384 

spotter67@verizon.net 


Steven Utter 

B/503.581.6601 ext. 208 

sutter@cpcbsa.org 


Brad Burge 

B/503.581.6601 ext. 206 

bburge@cpcbsa.org 




August 

18 Evergreen Aviation Museum 

Venturing Day 

28 Venturing Program Cabinet 

meeting 


*Venturing Program Cabinet meeting at 

Council Office, 2145 SW Naito Pkwy. 

Portland. 

Evergreen Aviation Museum Venturing 

day October 18 

Venturers are invited to check out the 

Evergreen Aviation museum on the 18th to 

see planes, learn about weather, see helicopters, 

and have an IMAX experience for 

only $11. At this price, it is an absolute steal. 

To find out more about the events, call Cory 

Fuqua at (503)434-4185, or E-mail him at 

Contacts 

Council Vice President, Venturing 

Dennis McGary 

503.579.3140 

drmcgary@comcast.net 


October 


3 Fleetstaff Mtng 

9 Roundtable 

9 All Hands Base Duty 

19 Skippers & Mates 

24-26 Mystery Cruise 

November 

6 Key 3 Mtg 

6 Fleetstaff Mtg 

7-8 S.A.L.T. 

15 Pow Wow 

20 Skipper’s & Mates 

Pirate Days 

This year, the Sea Scout program collaborated 

with Fort Vancouver and the Silver 

Star districts to provide an exciting and 

unique opportunity known as “Pirate Day”. 

Pirate’s Day, is an event that offer Cub Scout 

age youth an opportunity to experience what 

Sea Scout is all about. The inaugural event 



Jim Larsen 

H/360.695.0867 


v a r s i t y an d ve n t u r i n g 

Cory.Fuqua@sprucegoose.org. This is sure 

to fill up fast, so sign up today! Pre-registration 

required. 

Venturing now ten years old 

Yes, to some of us it seems like only 

yesterday when those green uniforms first 

showed up. Ten years have gone by since 

the beginning of the Venturing Program. 

Council Adviser to Venturing 

Scot Forbes 

B/503.225.5736 

sforbes@cpcbsa.org 

s e a sc o u t s 

was held September 20th at the Port of Vancouver 

Terminal 1 (Inn at the Quay), located 

on the riverside downtown Vancouver, WA. 

The program flagship the M/V Reliant and 

other ships of the R.A. Rasmusen fleet held 

a “Join Scouting Festival” to introduce elementary 

school boys to the scouting movement 

and to the basic traditions and activities 

of the Pack. While new recruits gained 

exposure, current participants were able to 

earn some of their advancement. It was an 

exhilarating time for all. 

Venturing Ride 

For those ships looking for high adventure 

opportunities and seeking new members, 

Venturing Ride is a good investment! 

In the past, several ships have participated 

in Venturing Ride events... last year it was 

a shooting sports focus at Douglas Ridge Rifle 

Club. Previous years it has been held at 

Rooster Rock with a water sports emphasis. 

Show off your program and invite others to 

see what you are doing. You never know 


Phil Owen 

B/503.244.7986 


You can now purchase collectible shoulder 

patches at the Volunteer Services Dask. 

Come on down to the Cabinet meeting 

Adults and youth alike are welcome to 

join the active Venturers in the Council Cabinet. 

The Cabinet needs help putting on 

events throughout the year, and promoting 

the Venturing Program throughout the council. 

They meet the fourth Tuesday of every 

month at the Council Office. 

where you will find new members... doing 

both Venturing and Sea Scouts programs 

can provide an interesting bridge to program 

growth. This years’ event was held at 

Butte Creek Ranch and feature horseback 

rides and orienteering, with a lot of other 

fun things to do. Lunch and dinner was provided 

for Saturday with a Texas-style hoedown 

after dinner. Attendees participating 

in horseback rides and orienteering received 

the new Quest Sports Patch hope you didn’t 

miss out! Units were encouraged to bring 

scouts that needed to complete their merit 

badge or Ranger/Outdoor Bronze Award 

requirements as well as some new youth to 

recruit for their unit. 


Vernard Taylor 

B/503.225.5743 

vtaylor@cpcbsa.org

October 2008 

get it on 


The 

uniform 

cap 

Shoulder 

loops 

Side cargo 

pockets 

Uniform 

socks 

Bellows 

pockets 

Switchback pants & 

Canvas convertibles 

Rolled-up 

long sleeves 

Uniform 

belt 

get out! 

the new official scout uniform 

the new 

coming August 2008 

See the new look 

of Scouting. 

For sizing details and more information, visit 

Nor'West Scout Shop 

2145 SW Naito Pkwy 

Portland, Oregon 97201 

Phone: 503 243 5022 

Fax: 503 243 5090 

Hours: 

Mon-Fri: 9:00am -5:30pm 

Wed: 9:00am - 8:00pm 

Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm 


ADVERTISE 

YOUR 

COMPANY 

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Advertise in Compass Points and Reach 

a Targeted Market of Over 11,000 

Scouting Volunteers! 

For Prices and Availability Call 

503.225.5767 or email 

programdirector@cpcbsa.org 

Donate a Car or Boat 

Donate any used complete vehicle 

or boat. (It could be a car, 

truck, recreational vehicle, or 

boat.) The Cascade Pacific 

Council and Volunteers 

of America, 

Inc. have joined forces 

in efforts to raise 

money for programs. 

Donations are tax deductible to the extent of the 

law and any vehicle will be picked up for free. Contact 

Shelley Staudinger at 503.225.5748 

Note: Tax laws changed on January 1, 2005. For vehicles up to $500 in value, the donor 

will state the value. For vehicles over $500 in value, the donor will be able to claim only 

the actual amount the charity receives for the vehicle. In our case, vehicles are sold at auction 

by the Volunteers of America. As always, it is suggested that a donor consult his or 

her tax professional for information. These tax laws also apply for charitable donations 

of other goods as well. 

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Camp-Ins include dinner, snack, and continental breakfast; planetarium show; 

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