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5/14 - Upcoming Roundtable Mtg to discuss measuring successs in unit
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How do you measure the success of your unit?
As dedicated scouters, we are always seeking to improve the program that we offer to our youth. But as the saying goes, you can't improve what you don't measure.
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This Thursday, May 14th, come and join us for a discussion on unit effectiveness metrics.
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Does your unit have goals?
Do you track metrics? If so, which ones? How do you gather the data?
Have you used the new Unit Dashboard? What are your thoughts?
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We hope this will be an interactive session where we can all share ideas on how to make our units stronger and more effective,
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Mission Peak District Roundtable
Thursday, May 14. 2026, 7:00 PM
Washington High School Cafeteria
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5/9 - Congratulations to those receiving the Training Awards this year!
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Training Awards to be Presented at Mission Peak District’s Volunteer Recognition Dinner!
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“Every Scout Deserves Trained Leaders”
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Join us as we recognize and celebrate contributions to the training program in Mission Peak District
Katherine (Kat) Brovont will be presented the highly coveted “Docens Novas Artes ad Vetus Canes” in recognition of her contribution to the ACORN program.
In addition we will be recognizing units that have focused on achieving a high percentage of trained direct contact leaders
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Training Padawan Level Units
50% or more of Direct Contact leaders are fully trained for their positions
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Pack 120 Pack 154
Pack 199 Pack 269
Troop 101 Troop 110
Troop 112 Troop 120
Troop 154 Troop 176
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Training Jedi Knight Level Units
75% or more of direct contact leaders are trained for their positions.
Pack 20 Troop 379
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Training Jedi Master Level Units
100% of Direct Contact leaders are trained for their position
Pack 153 Troop 155
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The Passing of Bill Bain, a Great Scout Leader in our Community
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It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of one of the most dedicated Scouters in Bay Area history.
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Bill Bain passed away at home on April 26, 2026, after a short battle with melanoma that had spread throughout his body. He was born May 16, 1948, in Yuba City, California, the first son of George William and Anne Bain, and was raised in nearby Nicolaus. His parents and his only brother, Charles, preceded him in death.
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Bill’s youth was rooted in the rhythms of farm life. He was active in 4-H and FFA, played iron man football, was the Yearbook Editor his senior year, and worked long days on the farm — working the land, mowing hay, picking walnuts, and fixing equipment — developing the practical, hands-on competence that would mark the rest of his life. As a young man, he served a mission to Bolivia for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, an experience that shaped his faith and gave him a lasting love of Latin America and its people.
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Bill put himself through college and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a degree in Nutrition Science. After graduation, he became a licensed general contractor, and his life pivoted to a dynamic career in construction management. His love of Cal never left him — he was a long-time season ticket holder, faithfully supporting Golden Bears football through the highs and (more often) the lows.
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In July 1977, Bill married Louise Hanks. Together, they raised four children: Eric (Jenny Hoffman), Melissa (Jake Spurlock), Cecilie (Scott Lee), and Laura. Family was the heart of everything he did. To ensure he was with his family, he volunteered as Scoutmaster, supported high school sports, led skills courses at Girls Camp, and spearheaded youth trips to Tijuana, Mexico, to build homes for families who had little.
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Bill gave decades of service to his church and community. He served as bishop in several wards and earned the Silver Beaver Award — one of Scouting’s highest adult honors — for his work empowering young people. After retiring, he and Louise served a humanitarian mission together in the Mexico Area, drawing on everything he loved: his faith, his hands, and his deep desire to lift others. Upon returning to the USA, Bill continued lifting others, finding great fulfillment in working with the unhoused residents of Fremont.
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Bill loved the outdoors and traveled widely with Louise. In retirement, he poured himself into the people who needed him most: his children and grandchildren, who were his great delight. He could often be found riding his bike along the streets and trails of Fremont, on the sidelines cheering on his grandkids during their sports games, in school auditoriums during theater and choral performances, out in the desert or mountains kicking up dust on the trail with grandkids, or in the homes of his children, engaged in projects.
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He leaves behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and generous love.
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Services will be held on May 15 in Fremont. For details, please visit billbain.org. Bill spent years of his career and most of his retirement working on solutions to the housing crisis. Instead of flowers, he would be honored by a donation to Abode, an organization he worked with closely, or by your engagement with programs like these serving the unhoused in our community.
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5/30 - Cub Scout Rangemaster Training is available!
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We’re excited to offer an upcoming Cub Scout Rangemaster Training for those interested in helping run BB gun, slingshot, and archery ranges at Council and District events.
Shooting sports are often a highlight of a Cub Scout’s experience, and helping Scouts learn these skills in a safe, supportive environment can be incredibly rewarding. We hope you’ll consider getting trained and joining us!
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Archery Rangemaster Class
Camp Herms
Saturday 05-30-2026
9:00 AM PT to 12:00 PM PT
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- Required for anyone volunteering as a Cub Scout BB Gun/Slingshot or Archery Rangemaster
- Certification is valid for two years
- Participants are asked to assist with two District or Council events during that time (such as Day Camps, Camporees, Webelorees, AOL-o-Rees, or other Cub Scout shooting sports activities)
- No prior experience needed
Requirements to Participate:
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- Must be a registered Scouts BSA adult volunteer
- Must have completed Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- The Cub Scout Archery Rangemaster certification allows you to run archery activities at the district/council level for Cub Scouts (Lions through AOL), but not at the troop or crew level. A USA Archery Level 1 certification is required for those events.
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The Cub Scout BB Rangemaster certification does allow you to run BB gun and slingshot activities at the Scouts BSA troop/crew level.
We’d love to have more trained volunteers to help deliver safe and fun shooting sports programs for our Scouts.
Questions: Please email Paul Lannu at plannus@yahoo.com
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8/28 - Sporting Clays for Scouting Fundraiser!
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Sporting Clays for Scouting!
Grab your gear and aim for a day full of fun, fellowship, and friendly competition - all in support of local Scouting! Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or just here for the BBQ, this action-packed event has something for everyone.
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After the shoot, stick around for a BBQ lunch, cold beer, raffle prizes, and our live auction, followed by awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams, plus Top Shooter.
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Sponsorship opportunities and what’s included are listed below, along with all the details on games, raffles, and even more ways to win and support Scouting.
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For any questions, please reach out to 
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6/8 to 6/18 - *HELP WANTED* Trained Adult leader needed to accompany and support our scouts for Northern Tier High Adventure!! Fees have already been covered!
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Are you an adult leader that is interested in a High Adventure trip?
Are you an adult leader that would like to test out one of these High Adventure trips before you go with your own troop?
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Troop 269 is currently looking for a leader who meets the necessary prerequisites for Northern Tier participation, including:
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- Current BSA registration and background check
- Safeguarding Youth Training
- Hazardous Weather Training
- Safe Swim Defense
- Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification (preferred but optional)
- CPR/AED (preferred but optional)
- Completed BSA Health and Medical Record
- Swim Classification Record (please reach out for more details on this one)
- Paddle Craft Safety (optional)
The troop has been actively preparing for this High Adventure experience, including canoe training and planning sessions, and are committed to ensuring a safe and well-supported trip for all participating scouts.
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If you know of any leaders available, or if you can help connect them with qualified volunteers who may be interested in this opportunity, the troop would greatly appreciate your support.
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The High Adventure participation fee has already been fully covered. The leader would only need to attend and support the crew during the trip. Please reach out to Lakshmi Deshkulkarni at  for any additional details needed. Thank you for your time and consideration.”
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5/30 - Cub Scout Rocket Day!
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We want to support recruitment across all our packs; we are hosting a Rocket Day—and it’s a great opportunity for you to grow your unit! Flyer attached.
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This FREE event is designed for new Cub Scouts who joined between January 1 and May 30, 2026, but it’s also the perfect chance to invite prospective families. Cub Scouts can bring a friend who is new to Scouting, and if they join, they’ll get to build and launch their own rocket too!
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Event Details:
May 30, 2026
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Contra Costa Fairgrounds, Antioch
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- Rocket launches (kits provided)
- S’mores and outdoor fun
- Activity stations and Cub-friendly games
- A welcoming environment for new families to learn about Scouting
We strongly encourage you to share this event with all families in your pack and ask them to invite friends, classmates, neighbors, and teammates. This is a great, low-pressure way for new families to experience Scouting firsthand. We are also looking for volunteers to help run the event. If you or any of your families are available to support, please let us know—we’d really appreciate the help!
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Please let us know If you know of a location closer to you that will allow us to fly rockets. We'll be happy to host/organize another Rocket Day closer to Mission Peak.
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7/4 - You are invited to be in the 4th of July Parade in Fremont!
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Parade Theme: Celebrating America's 250!
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Fremont 4th of July Parade
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10:00 am
Midtown - Fremont, California
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Come show off your Scouts and your patriotic spirit!!
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Parade in honor of America’s 250th birthday at the City of Fremont’s Annual 4th of July parade. Every year Mission Peak District is given the honor of participating in the 4th of July parade. Without you and your Scouts, there is no District…so the District wants to see you showcase your Packs and Troops at the parade.
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If your Pack or Troop would like to be featured in the parade on July 4, please reach out to Meena Mariwalla ( ) for more information.
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