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2/26 - City of Newark Mock City Council Meeting
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Join us for a unique opportunity to participate in a Mock City Council Meeting, hosted by Mayor Mike Hannon, Vice Mayor (and Scout Leader) Eve Marie Little, and other city officials! This event is designed to help give Scouts a firsthand experience in how local government functions as well as the role citizens play in our community.
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 7:00pm at Newark City Hall
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Scouts will observe and engage in a simulated council meeting, learning how decisions are made at the city level. This is a great way to see civic engagement in action and gain a deeper understanding of how their community operates. Make sure to come out in your Uniform A and ready to learn so much about local government.
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To register for this event, please click on the following link. Be aware that there is limited space with only 45 seats left so RSVP as soon as possible!
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2/24 - Join us via Zoom to find out more about MP Calendar Crew!
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The MPD Calendar Crew has been working on a district Calendar for the remainder of 2025 and through 2026.
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You can find a first look at the 2025 and 2026 calendar here.
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Who is the calendar crew?
How do they put together the calendar?
How can you have input to the calendar?
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You can get the answers to these questions, and many more by dropping in during office hours, and chatting with us. We will be online on February 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 - Come as you are, drop in when you can.
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Our goal is to have the absolute best program for the youth we serve, and your input is crucial. Come chat with us.
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Note. If you attempted to sign in to the last calendar meeting and couldn't get in, we apologize and blame technology. We really want to hear from you, so we're going for it again.
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Can't make the meeting but have questions or ideas to share? Contact Lee Amon at 510-468-2868 or 
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3/15 - Earth Day: Conservation Clean-up at the Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge!
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Join us for a rewarding day of environmental stewardship at Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge! Scouts, families, and friends will work together to help restore this vital habitat by removing invasive plant species and cleaning up litter. This event is a great opportunity to give back to nature while earning conservation service hours.
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Greenbelt Alliance works to safeguard open spaces and promote climate-resilient communities.
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Save the Bay leads efforts to protect and restore the San Francisco Bay, advocating for wetlands, wildlife, and clean water.
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The refuge requires a signed volunteer waiver for all participants.
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Registration required! Please sign up via Eventbrite Link, and make sure to include all participants – scouts and family members – in your registration
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What to Bring to the event
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- All tools will be provided, but please bring your own gloves.
- Light snacks will be provided—bring a water bottle!
- Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and any personal supplies you may need.
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Location: Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge, 2 Marshlands Rd, Fremont, CA 94555
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Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
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Hosted by Greenbelt Alliance & Save the Bay
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This event is proudly hosted by Greenbelt Alliance and Save the Bay, two organizations dedicated to protecting and restoring the Bay Area’s natural landscapes:
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Special Recognition & Family-Friendly Fun
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- Troops will receive certificates for the most trash collected and the most invasive species removed!
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- Younger siblings are welcome, but small children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
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- Carpooling is encouraged as parking may be limited
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- Pictures will be taken at this event, and they may be used for promotional purposes
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- Come ready to get your hands dirty, make a difference, and have fun!
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Looking for Youth Staff for Fall Camporee 2025!!
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Come join the Youth Staff at Mission Peak District’s Fall Camporee 2025, happening September 19-21, 2025 at Rancho Los Mochos.
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Ever wondered why Scouts on Camporee staff have so much fun? Come and find out for yourself!! And learn leadership and team work skills while having fun!
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For any questions, please reach out to Meena Mariwalla ( )
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6/9 - 6/13 - Registration for Camp GOAT Cub Scout Camp is open!
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The registration is officially open for CAMP GOAT (formally known as Mission Peak Cub Scout Day Camp) and we are VERY excited to invite all of our Mission Peak Cub Scouts to come join us this year at Ardenwood Farm!
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- Come hang out with the cute farm animals!
- Work on your Badges during this week!
- Having fun with your cub scout friends!
- Learnings tons of really cool stuff!
- Doing great things for the community!
In the past, we have usually sold out pretty quickly so make sure to register your scout ASAP using the following link. Please remember, Camp GOAT does NOT happen without volunteers so please sign up to volunteer as a den walker. You can spend some great time watching your scout have a blast and you get a MAJOR discount (up to $175 dollars) for volunteering that week!
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Check out the several different (HAT) High Adventure Training Programs!
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The Golden Gate Area Council's High Adventure Training (HAT) program provides the training your unit will need to safely enjoy high adventure activities. From Snow Camping to Whitewater paddling and High Sierra Backpacking, learn about the training required and how the HAT program can help your unit 'Be Prepared'.
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Registration is open for spring Basic Backpacking Awareness, Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace/Outdoor Ethics and Paddle Sports courses. Click on the following link and scroll down to the HAT - High Adventure Training Calendar and HAT Course Descriptions.
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3/22 & 3/23 - Basic BALOO Training for Cub Scout Leaders!
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Is your pack or den planning a camping trip this spring?
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If so, you need at LEAST one BALOO trained adult, and MORE is BETTER.
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To help packs and busy adult leaders meet this important requirement, Mission Peak District will be offering BALOO right here in Mission Peak District on March 22nd and 23rd. This training will give you the tools needed to successfully plan and lead Cub Scout campouts with your Pack or Den.
https://scoutingevent.com/023-MPDBALOO2025Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) Training is the premier training for adults leading cub scout camping trips.
Topics Covered include:
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- Camping Gear Selection and Maintenance
- Health and Safety
- Nature and Hiking
- Outdoor Games
- Camping Site Selection and Setup
- Campout Program Planning
The Saturday morning session will take place at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Niles. Saturday afternoon we will move to Garin Park, where we will camp overnight, have breakfast, and depart by noon.
Register today, space is limited, and we expect to sell out!
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Questions? Contact Lee Amon  or 510-468-2868 or via Slack.
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BSA Summer Camp Sweet Deals!
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These deals apply to all three of our Summer Camps: Camp Wolfeboro, Camp Royaneh,
and Wente Scout Reservation!
◊10% off Week 3 (June 29 - July 5) Youth Registrations!
◊Bring 80% of your Troop’s registered youth to camp
and receive all of the merit badge patches for merit badges earned at camp for FREE!
(For Golden Gate Area Council Troops Only. Free merit badge patches will be delivered in
September through their District Executive.)◊Attend the same camp two weeks in a row and receive
2 FREE leaders for each week!
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CAN’T ATTEND SUMMER CAMP WITH YOUR TROOP?
Attend camp with Scouts from other Troops as a part of Trekker Troop 23!
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SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION:
HTTPS://GOLDENGATESCOUTING.ORG
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