North Shore District Newsletter
February 2021 | Volume 7 Issue 2
Loyalty is a feature in a Scout’s character that inspires boundless hope.
Scouting Calendar
All in-person events should be considered tentative pending the latest health and safety recommendations.
Covid Updates
Capitol Area Council | BSA National
Call to Action!
Now Accepting District Award Nominations
Many North Shore District volunteers rose to the challenges of 2020 and we want to hear their stories.
Calling All Enthusiastic Popcorn People!
Thank You for Being a Friend
Friends of Scouting has gone virtual but you still have the option to remain in-person. Schedule your unit’s FOS presentation today.
Sam's Adventure Camp
needs our help… and our shoes. They need wearable, new or used shoes to help fund their scholarship program. Remember that…
Featured
From Your District Chairman
The North Shore District welcomes our new District Chair, Jeffrey Hynes. In this open letter to the North Shore District, Jeffrey affirms his commitment to Scouting and to the families of our district.
Other News
Wow! Webelos Woods!
Webelos Woods was a great success. Some of the troops have shared their information so check it out!
Calling All Popcorn Enthusiastic People!
The North Shore Popcorn team is looking for 1-2 people to help with the North Shore fall fundraiser. There are multiple needs which can be done at home and during off hours. We need help with spreadsheet/booth management, talking to booth locations, helping units...
Where in the World is Your Unit Commissioner? And Why are They Your Friend?
In the 1990s there was a popular kid's show called Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? In the program you had to solve geography-based clues to try to track down the nefarious Carmen and try to capture her and her co-horts. Why do I bring up Carmen Sandiego in an...
Roundtable Flyer – February 2021
A look ahead to the next 3 months of Roundtable topics. In February, get some great den and pack program ideas for a Scout is Loyal. Scouts BSA wants to make your PLC successful, and Everyone wants to get back to meeting in person… safely!
Running Pinewood Derby Racing during COVID is possible, Pack 170 did it! by Nick Rietsch
Pinewood derby is taken very seriously around here. You can ask the scouts to meet via Zoom or in their own backyard but canceling the Pinewood Derby Race, no way! Pulling it off did require some adjustments and frankly, as a leader, not seeing as many smiles while...
Safety First! Medics Wanted; COVID training available
Calling All Medics! We need your help! With the new changes to camping requirements at the Council and District level, we need qualified medics for any overnight event. What does “qualified” mean? You must be over 21, have current Youth Protection Training, and be one...
January – Eagle Scouts
Congratulations to the newest Eagle Scouts from the North Shore District.Trevor Alwell Troop 198 January 5, 2021Aiden Winters Troop 161 January 19, 2021Logan Rodriguez Troop 158 January 26, 2021
Journey to Excellence
An extension has been announced for the submission of 2020 JTE forms. Units now have until February 15th to get in their forms.
We want to start meeting or go camping, now what?
It seems like most of us have questions and want guidance on how we should properly and safely begin to meet in person again. This might be in-person meetings, it might be service projects, or might be camping.
Palo Duro Canyon Adventure by Heather Spencer
Troop 258, Troop 358, and Crew 158 joined forces on a socially distant backpacking adventure. Most of the youth had a parent accompany them so that we could remain safe during travel as well. Preparation and Perspiration Beginning in September, the crews met for...
…And Reverent
All the month of February scouts are celebrating Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath, and Scout Jumuah. Check with your place of worship or chartered organization for a date when scouts might attend and particpate in services. With limited gatherings due to Covid protocols,...
Order of the Arrow, Tonkawa 99 North Shore Chapter – by Chapter Advisor David Nelson
Virtual Ceremonies Workshop February 13 Look for a message from the Tonkawa 99 leadership to register and participate in this activity. Conservation Days at Lost Pines There are two scheduled opportunities to plant pine tree saplings at Lost Pines in February and...
2021 University of Scouting
North Shore District really rocked the 2021 University of Scouting with 3 deans and 7 instructors presenting 13 topics. I hope you didn’t miss it. I will see you there next year. Way to go North Shore District!
First Responders Welcome Popcorn Donations
Popcorn season is over, so what to do with the leftovers?Scouts from Troops 258 & 358 and Pack 170 dropped off popcorn at the Leander police station, Fire Station #5 (neighbor to the troops' chartered org), and for the ER staff at Cedar Park Regional Hospital. ...
Fishy Business: Troop 234 Heads to the Tahuaya Trout Tournament – by David Nelson
Troop 234 continued its tradition in 2021 – this time with masks – of attending Camp Tahuaya’s annual trout tournament on January 23-24. Tahuaya, part of the Longhorn Council, is located in Belton upon a spring fed lake that was once a source of bottled water. ...
Thank You For Being A Friend: COVID Edition
Together with your help, the Boy Scouts of America in the Capitol Area Council and the North Shore District will continue to motivate young people in our community to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes. As we prepare for Blue and Gold Banquets (either...
Bryan on Scouting
Stay up to date and in tune with the Scouting community by checking out the latest from Bryan.
