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9/7 - Cub Scout Roundtable Meeting - Recruiting Adult Volunteers
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The September Cub Scout Roundtable will be hosted on Monday, September 7 from 7pm-8pm. I know this is at the end of Labor Day weekend, but I'm doing a lot of travel in September and want to make sure we have a great opportunity to meet. The location is the Fremont Veterans Memorial Bldg at 37154 2nd Street, Fremont, CA in the Niles District.
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The main topic of the Roundtable in September will be recruiting adult volunteers. We'll also be talking popcorn, fundraising and the start of the school year!
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Feel free to reach out to me any time and block out your calendar and feel free to reach out to Roundtable leader, Jonathan Leder @Jonthan@FollowtheLeder.com or 408-212-0212
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8/30 - Details about the Leaders' Zoom Meeting for Fall Camporee
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All Scoutmasters, SPLs and Cub scout leaders are invited to attend the required Leaders' Meeting for the Mission Peak District Fall Camporee 2026. We will review the Fall Camporee details and address any questions.
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Your feedback about Roundtable is needed to make it more efficient!
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How we can make Roundtable more effective for you?
Mission Peak District is committed to supporting our adult volunteers, so that you can provide the best possible program to our youth.
One of the tools that we have available to support you is the monthly roundtable meeting, and we would like to make that meeting as valuable as possible.
To help guide us, please fill out this short survey.
https://forms.gle/r4U8xZz8Dv2LjwCH9
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10/1 - Discover the Medical Explorers Post 539 Open House
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Are you a young person who is curious about working in healthcare? Our Medical Explorers Program gives ages 15-21 a chance to explore the possibilities. You do not need to be a Scout to participate — Exploring is a separate career-focused program open to youth and young adults ages 15-21.
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We invite you to join us for the Medical Explorers Post 539 Open House:
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October 1 at 6:00 PM
2500 Mowry Ave, Fremont
Anderson Conference Room
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Come learn more about Medical Explorers Post 539 and meet others who are interested in healthcare careers. Throughout the year, participants have opportunities to learn about different medical specialties and healthcare services through guest speakers, hands-on activities, tours, and other experiences.
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Topics and activities may include anesthesiology, rehabilitation and respiratory services, plastic surgery, oncology, pharmacology, nursing, hospital labs, the Cath Lab, medical imaging, patient experience, and more.*
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The Open House is free, so come check it out and see if the program is right for you. Membership is required to participate in future meetings and activities, and applications will be available at the Open House.
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Please feel free to share this invitation with any young person who may be interested in a career in healthcare. Questions? Please email Lisa Salita, lisa_salita@whhs.com
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- Cost: $50 (Cash or Check only)
- Checks Payable To: Golden Gate Area Council
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Online Application and Payment: Available at Medical Post 539
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8/27 - Save on Uniforms & Gear This Month – from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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As we kick off the new Scouting year, the Scout Shop has put together some great savings and updates to help your Scouts gear up for the adventures ahead. Please share this with your unit families!
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NEW SCOUT UNIFORM NIGHT
The Pleasant Hill Scout Shop will be hosting a New Scout Uniform Night on Thursday, August 27, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Location: Pleasant Hill Scout Shop, 508 Contra Costa Blvd, Suite K2, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
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This special event is designed to provide new Scouts and their families with a welcoming, personalized experience while getting everything they need for the upcoming Scouting year. This is a great opportunity to encourage your new families to attend!
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SAVINGS THIS MONTH
- Save $10 on any purchase of $50+ — use code SSNEWSWIRE8 (in-store & online, valid 8/1/26–8/31/26, limit 1 per customer)
- Save 10% on uniform bottoms with the purchase of a matching uniform top (valid 7/27/26–12/31/26)
- Save 20% when you purchase a full uniform (valid 7/27/26–10/31/26)
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NEW ARRIVALS
- Cub Scout Rank Tees – fresh rank-inspired designs, some glow-in-the-dark
- Cub Scout String Bags – glow-in-the-dark drawstring bags for every rank, great for meetings and outings
- 2026 Collector's Buckle – a keepsake to celebrate the Scouting year
- Scouting America Hats & Tees – new everyday styles for Scouts, leaders, and families
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Free Recruiter Strip: Scouts who invite a friend to join earn a free Recruiter Strip once their friend signs up. Stop by the Scout Shop to learn more — a great incentive to keep in mind for fall recruitment!
- Multilingual Print-on-Demand Handbooks are available for new Scouts and families who need support in another language. Ask the Scout Shop team for details.
- Patch sewing and pants hemming are available in-store, so families can walk out ready to go.
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Families can also sign up for Scout Shop text alerts and follow @ScoutShopBSA for new arrivals and limited-time deals.
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This is a great time to encourage your families to stop in, especially with recharter and the new program year underway. Let me know if you have any questions or need help getting the word out to your unit.
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10/3 - Save the date for the 2nd annual Heroes in the Community Event
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Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 10am to 1pm
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Silliman Center, 6800 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA
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The FREE event invites kids from Newark, Fremont, and Union City to meet “real-life heroes” — from public officials to first responders, utility workers, and nonprofit leaders — in a fun, interactive way. Scouts receive a “Bingo-like” card with stamps at each hero booth; collecting all stamps can earns a prize. This is also a great opportunity to get many requirements written off in your scouting requirements, like meeting police officers and firefighters, shaking hands with veterans, etc.
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Key Participants & Organizations
The lineup that has been invited this year includes a wide range of community leaders and agencies such as:
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- City & State Leaders: Newark Mayor Mike Hannon, Assemblymember Alex Lee, Senator Aisha Wahab, City Councilmembers Julie del Catancio and Terrence Grindall
- Law Enforcement & Safety: Newark Police Department, Alameda County Fire Department, FBI Outreach Program, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)
- Public Services: City Public Works, Recreation & Community Services, A/C Transit, Alameda County Water District, Mosquito Abatement Program
- Nonprofits & Community Groups: Republic Services, Newark Rotary Club, Alameda County Library, Ohlone Humane Society, American Legion Post 837, Union Sanitary District, Tri City Volunteers Food Bank
- Other Notable Attendees: Veterans, utility company representatives, trade unions, and civic leaders
Here are some great pictures from the event last year so show you how much fun we had - (5) Facebook
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9/25 to 9/27 - Mission Peak Fall Camporee Weekend Registration is Open!
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It’s that time of year again! Mission Peak District is excited to announce Fall Camporee 2026 and looks forward to bringing Scouts from across the district together for another fun-filled weekend of Scouting, friendly competition, and outdoor adventure.
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This year’s Camporee will be held at Rancho Los Mochos in Livermore, CA, from September 25–27, 2026. The theme is Spider-Man & the Avengers, and our youth staff has been working hard to put together an exciting Camporee experience.
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Scouts will have opportunities to participate in Scout skills, range and target sports, traditional Camporee activities, and fun themed events. We’re looking forward to another memorable weekend for Scouts and Scouters alike!
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Registration starts now and is by Troop only.
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Register your Troop and find additional event details here:
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After the initial Troop registration is completed, the registration contact will be able to add additional Scouts and adults.
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Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
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We encourage Scoutmasters and Committee Chairs to share this opportunity with their Scouts and families and register early.
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We plan to hold the Leaders’ Meeting on August 30, 2026. The Leaders’ Guide will be published during the first week of September and will include additional information about the schedule, camping logistics, meals, activities, medical forms, and other important details.
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We are also looking for adult volunteers to join the Camporee staff and help create a great experience for our youth.
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We are especially looking for help with:
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Logistics & Support: Friday and Sunday traffic control and kitchen support.
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Events Oversight: Two adults at the tomahawk range, plus a couple of adults circulating among the Saturday field events to help things run smoothly, identify safety concerns, and address issues as they arise.
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Volunteers supporting event oversight must remain impartial and fair to all Scouts and patrols.
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If you are interested in volunteering, please let us know your availability by completing our volunteer form:
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Building on Last Year’s Success
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We’re excited to build on the success of last year’s Camporee, which brought together approximately 475 participants, including 13 AOLs. Our youth leadership team is already hard at work planning another wonderful Camporee for Mission Peak District.
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Thank you to all of the Scouts, Scouters, parents, and volunteers who make these district events possible. We look forward to seeing everyone at Fall Camporee 2026! If you have any question, don't hesitate to reach out to Divya Bellamkonda at divya.rani.b@gmail.com
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9/20 - Youth Emergency Preparedness Council Blood Drive
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Come join this great blood drive that is part of one of the scouts from Troop 269. Come help those who need help on Sunday, September 20th from 10am to 3pm at 585 Mowry Avenue, Fremont.
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