Highlander District Roundtable Notes

1. New Youth Protection Training “YPT-2”
By October 1, 2018, all new
and currently registered
leaders will be required to
complete the updated YPT
training. The enhanced and
updated content will allow
leaders and councils to comply
with all current legal
requirements. While this may
be inconvenient for some, it
reflects the BSA’s commitment
to the safety of all youth.
Log-in at:
my.scouting.org to take
the new YPT

2. BeAScout.org Updates
• New families are moving into our area all the time.
• Help them find your Unit!
• Update your Pin today!

3. Ceremonies Team
The Order of the Arrow has a
strong tradition of
strengthening the Scouting
Movement through it’s
meaningful ceremonies.
Mimahuk Chapter brings that
tradition to life right here in
Highlander District.
Go to HighlanderDistrict.org to request a
ceremony or talk to a Chapter Rep tonight!

4. Training Awards for Adult Leaders
• The training awards and keys are designed to
recognize unit Scouters for tenure, training, and
performance in their leadership roles.
• We are now able to process most training awards at
the district level:
– Den Leader Training Award
– Training Awards
• Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Venturing, Sea Scouting
– Keys
• Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, Advisor, Skipper
• Submit applications to: Erin Zeek
– (910) 495-5899
– Erin.Zeek@Scouting.org

5. 2018 Eagle Scouts
Unit Last Name First Name BOR
•T-94 Leaf Jonathan 2/21/18
•T-713 Branson Dakota 2/21/18
•T-6 Williams Hunter 3/20/18
•T-94 McClenathan Brandon 4/3/18
•T-774 Marchant Nicholas 5/8/18
•T-713 Kosling Anthony 5/8/18
•T-902 Barrett Tristen 5/8/18
•T-713 McMillon Joshua 5/31/18
•T-6 Johnston Joel 7/10/18
Awaiting BOR
0
Approved Project Reviews
7
Next District Eagle BOR:
TBD

6. Unit Drop Files . . . . . .
All Unit Leaders should check
their Drop File when checking in
at Round Table.
• Drop Files include important information for the Unit
• If you do not know what or where the Drop File is
located . . . please see Ralph Hinrichs or Erin Zeek.
We will be glad to assist you.

7. District Training Committee
HELP WANTED
The training committee is looking for a
few good people to help make the
scouting experience better for
everyone.
We need:
• Cub Scout Training Specialist
• Boy Scout Training Specialist
• Venturing Training Specialist
• IOLS Staff
• Training Registrar
If you have what it takes to fight crime, I
mean, help train adult leaders, contact:
training@highlanderdistrict.org

8. Popcorn Sale
• Remember the following important popcorn dates:
• Aug 21 – Highlander District Popcorn Kick-off
– Time:7-8:30pm – Location: Gardners United Methodist Church
• Sept 5 – Show & Sell orders due to Council
• Sept 21 – Show-N-Sell Distribution to Units
– Time: 12-5 pm – Location: Old Dominion Freight Line
• Sept 22 (Saturday) Popcorn Sale Starts
• Oct 27 (Saturday) Popcorn Sale Ends
• Nov 16 – Take Order Distribution to Units
– Time: 12-5 pm – Location: Omni Moving & Storage Inc
For the latest update on popcorn sales, check the
Occoneechee Council website:
http://www.ocscouts.org/popcorn-2018/

9. October Events
• 4 – Roundtable
• 6-7 - Basic Adult Leader Adult Outdoor Orientation
(BALOO)
• 6-7 - Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills
Session Two (IOLS)
• 11 – Mimahuk Chapter Meeting
• 11 – Commissioner’s Cabinet, Garner
• 18 – District Committee Meeting,
– Manna Church, Cliffdale Road, 7:00pm
• 19-21 – OA Fall Fellowship (New Date)
• 27 Popcorn Sale Ends
For additional council-level events, goto: http://www.ocscouts.org/calendar-all/

10. November Events
• 1 – Roundtable – Annual Chili / Cornbread Cook-off
• 3 - University of Scouting
• 8 – Mimahuk Chapter Meeting
• 8 – Commissioner’s Cabinet, Garner
• 15 – District Committee Meeting,
– Manna Church, Cliffdale Road, 7:00pm
• 17 – Camp Durant Day of Service
For additional council-level events, goto: http://www.ocscouts.org/calendar-all/

11. Basic Adult Leader Adult
Outdoor Orientation
(BALOO)
• When: 6-7 October 2018 (Saturday-Sunday)
• Location: Twin Oaks Trails
2224 Joel Johnson Rd
Lillington, NC 27546
• Who: Parents, Cub Leaders, Pack Committee Members, anyone directly involved with Cub Scout
Outdoor Activities. Learn how to Plan a Safe and Effective Outing!
• Cost: $30.00 – Fees cover all meals and course materials!
• Questions: Contact the Course Director, Ralph Vogt
• Registration: https://occoneechee.tentaroo.com/
Welcome to BALOO training! It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout Den or
Pack outdoor event, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos den overnighters.
BALOO training is comprised of two components—an online component and a practical, hands-on
component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a “TRAINED” Cub Scout outdoor
leader.
The online component must be completed prior to the practical component. The online training
contains introductory and basic information that will be built upon during the practical training.

12. Introduction to Outdoor
Leadership Skills
(IOLS)
• Dates:
– Premeeting: Wednesday, 26 Sep
– Outdoor Experience: October 6-7
(you must attend both sessions)
• Cost: $30.00 (includes all meals)
• Register: https://occoneechee.tentaroo.com/
• Questions: Contact the Course Director, Kris Zeek
• “IOLS” is required training for all Scoutmasters and their Assistants
The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and
themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the
confidence to take youth into the outdoors. Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a
practical introduction to the patrol method of a boy-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor
skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. In addition, the teaching methods, activities, and
games model the variety of teaching used in effective and engaging Scouting programs.

13. Council Day of Service
• No Charge to attend (Units & Individuals
Welcome)
• No Structured Program - this is a work day
• Camporee Patches to those that attend
• Bring your own lunch, cheerful attitude, work
gloves, rakes, shovels, etc.
• Dress appropriately for weather
If you have Special Tools or Talents that you think
would be helpful & you are willing to share - Please
contact Camp Ranger - Terry McIntire at
terry.mcintire@scouting.org
Find more information at:
https://ocscouts.org/calendar-all/

14. Oysters for Occoneechee
• Join us October 25th at
the North Hills Club for
steamed oysters and
shrimp, fried chicken,
slaw, and more!
• Live Music featuring
Bryan Berry and Kyle
Elliott.
• Tickets are available at
www.ocscouts.org

15. District Email Lists
• Highlander District has started using Constant
Contact to help get information out to leaders.
• Go to HighlanderDistrict.org to sign up if you are not
already receiving emails.
• You can chose one or several email list that you
wish to receive news from:
– Boy Scouts
– Cub Scouts
– Venturing
– Sea Scouts
– General Interest

16. Unit Websites
• Highlander District is now able to offer free web
space to Highlander units. (that’s right, free – it won’t
cost you anything but time)
• You will get your own sub-domain (e.g.
YourTroop.HighlanderDistrict.org)
• Units should designate a Unit Webmaster who has
some basic computer knowledge build and maintain
their site.
• Contact Zeek for details on how to get started.
• kzeek@HighlanderDistrict.org

17. 2018 Friends of Scouting
It costs the Occoneechee Council
$25 per month or $300 per year for
each Scout to bring a great
Scouting experience to our youth.
This year, Highlander District has
been asked to support 167
Scouts.
Visit http://highlanderdistrict.org/support-scouting/
frequently to track our progress as we work
together to reach our goal!

18. Service Hour Reporting
• Who: All Scouting groups are encouraged to participate in this service project
initiative.
• What: This is a time for all Scouting groups to conduct meaningful, visible
service projects of their choice in their communities. You are encouraged to
discuss and choose your projects with the help of your Scouts, committee, and
chartered organization.
• Where: Service projects can be done for your chartered organization or for the
cause of your choice. Projects done in collaboration with other organizations are
highly recommended.
• When: Projects may be conducted at any time.
• Why: Scouting was founded on the premise of doing a Good Turn daily.
Community service is very important in the character-building process and, as
Scouts, we have made the commitment to give back to our communities.
Report service hours at: servicehours.scouting.org
Tips on how to use this website:
http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Awards/JourneyToExcellence.aspx

19. University of Scouting
Save the Date!
Wake Technical
Community College
Find it on Facebook @OCUoSRegister at:
https://ocscouts.org/university-of-scouting/

20. Marksmen Hockey
Scout Night
• Saturday, January 12th, 2019
– 6pm
• Special activities for Cub
Scouts
• Mini Merit Badge college for
Boy Scouts
Save the Date!
More details will follow soon!

21. World Scout Jamboree 2019
• What are you doing next
summer? Why not see the
world…..right in our back yard?
• The 2019 World Scout Jamboree
is being held in West Virginia in
July of 2019.
• There is still space available for
youth age 14-18.
• Staff applications are still being
accepted.
Get more information
at www.wsj2019.us

22. The Red Cross needs help!
Troops and Crews – the Red Cross needs your help!
• We are in the phase of the response right now where
residents are returning home from shelters which
means we have a large number of cots to break
down and clean. We actually have over 1,000 that
currently need attention.
• Date: Saturday, October 6th
• Time: 9:00 – 6:00
• Location: inside of a warehouse at 131 Pepsi Lane in
Fayetteville.
• Contact: Dylan Fairbank - 202-303-1585 or
dylan.fairbank@redcross.org