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11/6 YPT Zoom Class - YPT Rules Change
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How to retake YPT
You may retake YPT on your own schedule by accessing the course at my.scouting.org. If you prefer a classroom setting, you can attend one of our Zoom classes in November 2021. Currently, the classes are scheduled for:
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- Sat 6th, 9:00 am
- Fri 12th, 7:00 pm
- Sun 21st, 4:00 pm
- Check the website calendar to confirm dates & times as well as register to attend a session.
GGAC adopts stricter rules regarding YPT
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One change that affects all registered Adult Leaders in Mission Peak is the new stricter rule that the GGAC Board of Directors adopted in April 2021 regarding YPT.
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At recharter time, all Adults wishing to be included must have a YPT certificate that is valid for the entire period of the new charter.
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For the 2022 recharter, this translates to adults needing to have NO expiration dates in 2022 and having expiration dates on or beyond 1/1/23. Your cooperation in retaking YPT before your Unit submits their recharter information in November would be greatly appreciated.
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Register now for 11/13 District Recognition Dinner & Plaque Awardees
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We are so excited that this year we are able to meet face to face over dinner to recognize our Adult Volunteers! We will be back at Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church, 32975 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587,
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The Cost of the event will NOT be adjusted for inflation. The cost is still $25 per attendee and there will be a meat or a vegetarian dinner option prepared by Executive Chef & Friend of our District, Charlie Mabie. It will be one of the best meals you have ever had prepared by a Scouter. Grab a friend and come enjoy the show!
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Please use this URL to RSVP to the event no later than Tuesday 11/09
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Please pay $25/person by either Venmo (@Steve-Conn-2) or PayPal (@stevefconn) or bring a check to pay at the door.
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At the event, we will honor recipients of the Mission Peak District Certificate of Appreciation, District Plaque, and District Award of Merit (the highest District award). The District Certificate of Appreciation recipients were announced last week.
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Below are the recipients of the Mission Peak District Plaque:
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- Anupindi, Satish
- Crocker, Robert (Bob)
- Fry, Shona
- Gantla, Rajesh
- Shehane, Robin
- Zindal, Ankur
Please attend the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony to show your appreciation for the above Scouters. Those receiving the District Award of Merit will be announced on the night of the event. See you at the event!
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11/11 Roundtable - EBRPD Speaker
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Did you know that the Carousel at Tilden Park is one of the few working models left in the entire United States?
Did you know that Alameda’s Crown Memorial Beach is the largest beach in San Francisco Bay?
Did you know you can take your scouts on an underground mine tour for only $5 each?
To learn more about great opportunities and awesome fun facts about our local East Bay Regional Parks, come join us on November 11th at 7 pm for Roundtable. Our guest speaker, Terry Noon, an employee at EBRPD and Assistant Scoutmaster, will be chatting with us about the latest updates with the parks, where there are some changes in the works, what little known amenities are available for the public, and what opportunities are available for our scouts with them. He will also be able for questions and suggestions of where help is needed and maybe some suggestions for great Eagle projects in these areas.
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- In-person portion at ILM Academy, 42412 Albrae St, Fremont, CA 94538
- Online portion over Zoom, see info below:
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11/02 Update - Scout Shop Locations
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Last week we closed our Pleasant Hill office and Scout Shop. We are in the process of moving into our new office in Pleasanton as well as our new Scout Shop location in Pleasant Hill. The Scout Shop plans to open up again on about Monday, November 15, 2021, at 508 Contra Costa Blvd, Suite K2, Pleasant Hill CA 94523-1257 in the County Square Shopping Center.
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We also have plans to open Trading Posts (mini-Scout Shops) in Pleasanton, Alameda, and Fairfield. The current status can be found on the GGAC website, on the Scout Store Page - https://scoutshop.ggacbsa.org/ We will update you when the new Scout Shop opens.
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Depending on where you live or work, our neighboring councils also have Scout Shops:
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Merit Badge Extravaganza Sat 12/4
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Questions or concerns
- For comments, questions, or concerns following the event you may contact the Merit Badge Extravaganza Coordinator at the following: Rebeca Rafael at Rebe.Rafael.1@gmail.com.
Link to Registration:
Link to Course Catalog
Link to Flyer:
Date of MBEx:
- Saturday, December 4, 2021
Registration
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- Monday, November 1st, 2021 for Mission Peak Scouts
- Monday, November 15th, 2021 for NON-Mission Peak Scouts
- Ends: Sunday, November 28th, 2021 or when full
Location:
- Kennedy High School, 39999 Blacow Rd., Fremont
Link to full details:
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GGAC 2022 Summer Camp Staff - Hiring Soon
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We want YOU to be on our Summer Camp Staff! Everyone interested in full summer staff, two-week CIT/Mountaineer, or volunteering during the summer of 2022 is encouraged to apply now!
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- Camp Staff Interviews: December 18, 2021, in person
- CIT/Mountaineer Interviews: Jan 29, 2022, in person
- Webelos Adventure Camp Interviews: Jan 29, 2022, in person
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