Mission Peak News Flash

3/10 Roundtable - Summer Camping Opportunities & NYLT

3/10 Roundtable - GGAC Summer Camping Opportunities & NYLT
In March we will have two exciting speakers:
  1. The NYLT Staff will explain why every senior Scouts BSA member should attend this challenging week of training on how to become a good leader.
  2. Come hear all the exciting camping opportunities GGAC provides for our Cubs and Scouts BSA this summer! Melissa Yarns, the GGAC Camping & Program Executive, will be our guest speaker and happy to answer questions concerning the exciting experience we have for our scouts.
Online only (no in-person) Zoom, see info below:
  1. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrc--upzsrE9I2eFgPzKlYyLpTsv58LWg-
  2. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

3/19 Outdoor Rally @ Irvington Park

3/19 Outdoor Rally @ Irvington Park
Saturday, March 19, 2022, 2:30 – 5:00

Irvington Park, 41825 Blacow Rd, Fremont, CA 94538 (Across from Irvington High School)

Open to all Scouts BSA Troops and Venture Crews in Mission Peak District. The Indoor Rally is a historic, original fun team-building event, designed for the off-season. This year will be a MODIFIED Outdoor Event: the OUTDOOR version. Skills include first aid, knot-tying, compass, and more. Families, parents, friends, Scouting Alumni, and especially Webelos and Cub Scouts are all invited to attend. There will be a special event just for Webelos and Cub Scouts – an excellent opportunity for Webelos Scouts to see Troops in action!

Details:
  • 2:30 pm - Check-in and registration
  • 3:00 pm - Grand Entry of troops
  • 4:30 pm - Awards
  • Fees: FREE!
  • Bring:
    • Equipment for all 6 events plus
    • Troop and American flags (See instructions)
    • Observers – bring your camp chairs
  • Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place ribbons plus Spirit Award
  • Registration - Register at the Park at 2:30 pm
  • Contact - Jeff Airth at jeffair@hotmail.com for any questions

Help needed for Webelos Woods May 20-22 @ RLM

Help needed for Webelos Woods May 20-22 @ RLM
We are looking for troops or unit volunteers to help organize the Webelos Woods outing on May 20-22 at Rancho Los Mochos. We do not have a planning committee yet, so if a troop or two is looking for a great recruiting opportunity, please reach out and we can coordinate logistics. If you would like to help, please contact Steve Rodriggs at steve.rodriggs@lmco.com

3/19 National Marketing Bootcamp

3/19 National Marketing Bootcamp
Join us for the BSA’s National Marketing Bootcamp on March 19 for a comprehensive look at the strategies, tactics, and tools for marketing Scouting.
  • The latest research on youth and families
  • The newest marketing assets
  • Social media best practices
  • Reaching diverse markets
  • Proactive, positive public relations
  • … and more
By the end of this informative session, you’ll have the tools you need to develop, execute and measure marketing efforts – big or small.

Register in advance for this meeting: REGISTER NOW

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Citizenship in Society MB Counselor Training 3/18 & 4/15

Citizenship in Society MB Councilor Training 3/18 & 4/15
Citizenship in Society

The new merit badge encourages Scouts to explore important topics around diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethical leadership and learn why these qualities are important in society and in Scouting. If you are interested in becoming a Merit Badge Counselor you must attend special training. Click here for a detailed presentation on how GGAC is implementing this new MB.

Life to Eagle - Everything you need to know

Life to Eagle - Everything you need to know

Life to Eagle Trail Information Webpage

For Scouts, Unit Leaders, Advisers, and Parents - here's the complete Life to Eagle Trail. Step by step with no step missed!

GGAC Events List for 2022

GGAC Events List for 2022
Lists of key events planned by GGAC in 2022 that may help your Units in planning your calendars.

Archive of Past Newsletters

If you missed a newsletter or want to go back and read something from the past, check out our archive. https://missionpeakscouts.com/past-newsletters/

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