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3/22 & 3/23 - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training available!
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Is your pack ready for a spring or summer campout?
The idea of taking a group of Cub Scouts Camping can be a little daunting, and you may have some questions, such as:
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- Where can you find good campsites for your pack?
- Where do you start planning?
- What equipment do you need?
- How do you run an event that is fun while keeping all your cubs safe?
- How do you manage meal planning and dietary restrictions?
- What are Scouting America’s rules and policies for Cub Scout Camping?
Luckily the answers to these and many other questions are available at our upcoming Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training.
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The training will take place over the weekend of March 22nd and 23rd. We will meet at the Veterans Hall in Niles on Saturday morning where we will have a series of classes, followed by an overnight campout in Garin Park in Hayward.
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At least one BALOO trained adult is required for any pack or den campout, and more is always better.
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Registration closes on March 15. Don’t miss out on this outstanding opportunity.
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Questions? Please reach out to Lee Amon  or via Slack
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3/15 - Roundtable - Making Scouting Accessible to Special Needs Youth
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Roundtable – Thursday March 13, 2025 at 7:00pm at Washington HS
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Scouting America is committed to making our programs fully inclusive to all youth, including those with special needs. Many units struggle with achieving this goal, as volunteers may not have any training on how to integrate scouts with special needs into their units in a way that provides the best possible program to all activities.
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Youth may have special needs because of physical, cognitive, or neurological causes.
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Scouting America has programs and resources to support volunteers, but many volunteers don’t know about them, or how to access them.
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At the next roundtable our speakers will be Anthony (Tony) Mei and Linda Owczarz, the chair and vice-chair of the GGAC Special Needs and Disabilities (SND) Committee. Tony and Linda will discuss scenarios scout leaders may encounter and provide resources that unit leaders can use. They ask that you bring your questions and experiences. This discussion will cover all programs and ages.
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We hope to see you there.
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Thursday, March 13th 7:00 at the Washington High School Cafeteria
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If you have any questions, please contact Lee Amon or via Slack.
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5/30 to 6/1 - MP Target and Range Sports Weekend
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Mark Your Calendars!! Mission Peak District’s Target & Range Sports Weekend is happening from May 30-June 1, 2025. Come and explore a variety of shooting sports at Rancho Los Mochos!! See how good you are at Archery, Rifle, Shotgun and Tomahawk in a span of 4 hours!!
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This is a day event with the option to camp for one night. Space is limited to 96 Scouts and registration is by Troop ONLY!
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Registration opens in April, with priority registration for Mission Peak Scouts!! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore target sports and show off your skills!!
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Nominations being taken for District Recognition Awards!
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The Annual Mission Peak District Volunteer Recognition dinner will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025. All district scouters are invited to attend. Please reserve the date.
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We will be celebrating two outstanding volunteer scouters with the District Award of Merit – the highest award a district can bestow. We will also honor those who have earned the District Plaque and the District Certificate.
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Questions can be sent to 
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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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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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Greenbelt Alliance works to safeguard open spaces and promote climate-resilient communities.
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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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Waivers are required for all participants. If possible, please print and complete the waiver in advance and bring it with you to the event. We will have waivers available at check-in, but bringing a pre-filled form will help streamline the check-in process. Thank you for your cooperation!
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Special Recognition & Family-Friendly Fun
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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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What to Expect & What to Bring
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All tools will be provided, but please bring your own gloves.
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Light snacks will be provided—bring a water bottle!
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Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
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Bring sunscreen, a hat, and any personal supplies you may need.
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The refuge requires a signed volunteer waiver for all participants.
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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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