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Mission Peak Reverence Walk was a huge success!
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A celebration of Faith, Family, and Community!
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On January 18th, Scouting America proudly hosted the Mission Peak Reverence Walk 2025, bringing together 231 Scouts, families, and community members in celebration of faith, family, and community.
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This inspiring Mission Peak District event aimed to promote reverence, respect, and kindness among participants. The Reverence Walk was a resounding success, with Scouts and families from diverse backgrounds coming together to share in the experience.
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The event began with an opening ceremony, featuring uplifting messages and prayers from local faith leaders.
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Throughout the day, Scouts and families engaged in meaningful discussions, shared stories, and enjoyed quality time together. The event concluded with a closing ceremony, featuring a poignant blessing and a sense of community and connection among all participants.
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Mission Peak District would like to extend its heartfelt thanks to all Houses of Worship, participants, volunteers, and supporters who made this event possible. Take a couple of moments to enjoy this lovely video of the event -Reverence Walk 2025.mp4 - OneDrive
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Please mark your calendars for our next Mission Peak Reverence Walk 2026 on January 17th.
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Save the Date for the 2025 NYLT - June 8th to 14th
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Do you have a scout who is a First Class Scout or above? 13 or older? Encourage them to take advantage of National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) to start a life-changing leadership journey! Scouting America created NYLT, an exciting and action-packed week-long program incorporating engaging instruction and team-building methods. Participants create enduring connections and priceless memories while gaining important leadership, planning, and communication skills.
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Have them join us from June 8th to June 14th this summer at GGAC’s Rancho Los Mochos for NYLT. The final registration date is May 28th, and early registration is $475 through May 1st. Don’t let them pass up this chance to develop to a higher leadership level. Enroll right away to allow them to become the fully-capable leader they are destined to be. Email  with questions or concerns. We hope we see them on course!
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Guide to the Merit Badge Extravaganza!
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Here’s the Guide to Merit Badge Extravaganza 2025:
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Please share with anyone attending MBeX 2025 - Scouts, their parent/guardian, etc..
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Classroom assignments information will be published no later than Sunday, February 2, 2025.
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3/27 - GGAC BB Gun Rangemaster Training
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The Council is offering BB Gun Rangemaster Training in late March, which is essential for supervising and operating BB Gun ranges at various Scouting events.
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This training allows a Scouter to supervise and operate a BB Gun range for Cub Day Camp, Cub Scout Resident Camps (including Family Camps), and other Council- and District-hosted activities where BB Gun ranges are used. A ratio of one Rangemaster to a maximum of eight live shooting stations is used to supervise the range (example—if there are 10 shooters, you need at least two Rangemasters present to operate the range).
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The training consists of a Zoom session on the evening of March 27th and an in-person hands-on session on March 30th at Camp Herms (choose between a morning or afternoon class). The cost is $20, and the course is limited to 25 people.
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3/22 & 3/23 - BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) right here in Mission Peak District!
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At least one BALOO trained adult MUST be present at any Pack or Den Campout, and MORE is Better
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Mission Peak District will be conducting a BALOO training right here in Fremont and Union City 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.
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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 course will be taught by experienced Cub Scout leaders and is strongly recommended for every parent with an active cub scout.
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2/18 - Available Training for Adult Leaders at Merit Badge Extravaganza!
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Will you be taking a Scout to Merit Badge Extravaganza?
If so, why not stay, and take one of the adult leader training courses available?
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The Troop Committee Challenge
The Troop Committee Challenge training is highly recommended for all parents with youth in the Scouts-BSA program!
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This two and a half hour course will be an excellent introduction to the Scouts BSA program for parents who are new to Scouting or who recently bridged from Cub Scouts and will meet all requirements for committee members or chairs to be trained for their positions.
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Merit Badge Counselor Training
Merit badge counselors are a crucial part of the Scouts BSA program, supporting multiple methods of scouting including: adult association, advancement, and personal growth. Even better, being a merit badge counselor is a fun and rewarding way to interact with scouting youth both inside and outside of your unit.
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For counselors to be effective in their role, they need to understand the merit badge process, how it fits into the scouting program, and their place in it. This 90 minute training will meet all requirements for Merit Badge Counselors to be trained.
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This is a great course for anyone considering becoming a merit badge counselor or for any parent who wants a better understanding of the merit badge process.
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For further information contact Lee Amon LeeAmon094@gmaiil. com
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September 19-21 - Fall Camporee this year! Volunteers needed!
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Fall Camporee 2025 is set for September 19-21, 2025 at Rancho Los Mochos.
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As with prior Camporees, Fall Camporee will be organized and led by Mission Peak Scouts. Scouts can submit their interest to be on Fall Camporee Youth Staff by completing the following: https://forms.gle/iFhqQuZdRa4ReUm47
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Please share this information with your Scouts.
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We also need adult leaders on staff, so if you can give time to this legacy event in Mission Peak District, please complete the following: https://forms.gle/ExHVUXTcvPn418az9
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For any questions or for more information, please reach out to Meena Mariwalla ( ).
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5/4 - Save the Date - Memorial Day Grave Decoration at Golden Gate National Cemetery
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Memorial Day Grave Decoration
Come place flags at Golden Gate National Cemetery to pay tribute to the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.
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For over 70 years, Scouts around the country have been helping to honor our country's fallen. It all began in 1949 when Scouts in the Greater St. Louis Council decorated the 190,000 graves at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with miniature US flags. Since then, it has become one of the largest service projects in the country.
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Locally, the Golden Gate National Cemetery was first opened in 1941 and is one of 131 National cemeteries in 39 states. It is the final resting place of 15 Medal of Honor recipients, Congressman Leo Ryan, and Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, commander of the US Pacific Fleet during World War II. Each year, Scouts, Scouters, veterans and other community groups from all over the Bay Area gather in tribute to these gallant men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.
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The Registration Link for this is still pending so right now it is a SAVE THE DATE for your scout unit.
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Flag Planting: Memorial Day Saturday, May 24, 2025
7:15am Check-in begins. Only ONE member of your group should check-in. Check-in will be by Council/District.
8:00am Opening Ceremony
8:20am(ish)- Flag Placement begins
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Flag Pick-up: the Saturday following Memorial Day
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