North Shore District Newsletter
December 2022 | Volume 8 Issue 12
A Scout is Reverent. They are reverent toward God. They are faithful in their religious duties and respect the convictions of others in matters of custom and religion.
Scouting Calendar
December 2022
- 1 – District Committee Meeting
- 8 – Roundtable Training and OA Chapter meeting
- 17 – Cub Leader BB & Archery Training
- 19-22 – Winter Camp week 1 at Lost Pines
- 25 – Christmas
- 27-30 – Winter Camp week 2 at Lost Pines
- 27-Jan1 – Winter NYLT National Youth Leadership Training
January 2023
- 5 – District Committee Meeting
- 7 – Cub Scout BB & Archery Rangemaster Training
- 12 – Roundtable Training and OA Chapter meeting
- 14 – USAA Archery Level 1 Training
- 14-16 – Sea Scout Academy
- 16 – MLK Day – Scout shop and office closed
- 20 – Scout Night: Austin Spurs vs Ontario
- 21 – UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING: don’t miss this amazing adult training – back in person at ACC Eastview – choose from dozens of hands-on classes throughout the day – registration open soon!
Save the Date:
North Shore Awards Evening – February 3
Report to State 2023 Scout Relay – now through February 4
North Shore Spring Camporee – April 14-16
Call To Action
District Award Nominations are Open!
We aren’t in this for the recognition but it is reassuring to know that our efforts are appreciated and are helping. Tell your Scouts, Leaders, and volunteers just how much they are delivering for our Scouts and how much it means to us all by submitting them for a district award.
Featured
DEI and the Principles of Scouting
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Scouting programs is how we reach every child. Follow the links in this quick read to find out more about how you can do your part.
70 Years in Scouting: Bidding Farewell to Walter Stevens
It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of North Shore District Scouter Walter Stevens. Walter touched so many lives with his kindness and cheer over his 70 years as a Scout and Scouter.
Baden-Powell’s Last Messages
The month of December brings an end to the calendar year, overcast days and long winter nights, and the winter solstice - and with its passing we receive the promise of brighter, warmer days ahead. At this time of year, thoughts often turn to contemplation of the...
District News
Farewell Doug Cooper. We Wish you Well.
Doug Cooper took on the role of temporary North Shore District Executive on top of his other duties at Council during the height of the pandemic, but now we must say farewell to him. We wish him the best of luck.
2023 University of Scouting In-Person!
We have been virtual for 2 years but in January 2023. University of Scouting will be in-person at the ACC Eastview campus!
Scoutmaster Minute: A Scout is Cheerful
A Scoutmaster minute inspired by our friend, Walter Gerard Stevens… A Scout is Cheerful.
Order of the Arrow – December 2022
Hello North Shore, Our Chapter leaders would like to share news about recent events and upcoming opportunities. We hope to see you at an event soon! Christian Swint, Chapter ChiefJack Pape, Vice Chief of ProgramGrace Hearn, Vice Chief of CeremoniesMyles Edwards, Vice...
Giving Tuesday was November 29th – But You Can Give Any Day!
It’s been a difficult two years, especially for children and teens. The combination of an uncertain future and a lack of outdoor activity has resulted, according to many researchers, in a doubling of clinically diagnosed depression and anxiety symptoms among youth. Thankfully, the Scouting program stands ready to help young people overcome all these challenges, but we need your help to do it.
North Shore Unit Stories
Pack 170 in the Leander Christmas Parade
The Leander Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 3rd was a sight to see and, even more, an experience to live for the Scouts of Pack 170.
Bryan on Scouting
Stay up to date and in tune with the Scouting community by checking out the latest from Bryan.
