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  23. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: Feb 11</title>
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  28. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 05:21:54 +0000</pubDate>
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  31. <description><![CDATA[<p>January&#8217;s Round Table focused on Motivating Parents.     Here is a link to the PowerPoint presentation: http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2021_RT   Here is a link to the video recording of the Zoom Meeting: http://bit.ly/January_2021_Zoom   This month we will talk about University of Scouting, Rechartering Status, Friends of Scouting update and &#8220;The Youth Led Troop&#8221;   Topic: Scouts [&#8230;]</p>
  32. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-feb-11/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Feb 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  35. <div>January&#8217;s Round Table focused on Motivating Parents.  
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  37. <div>Here is a link to the PowerPoint presentation:</div>
  38. <div><a href="http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2021_RT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2021_RT</a></div>
  39. <div> </div>
  40. <div>Here is a link to the video recording of the Zoom Meeting:</div>
  41. <div><a href="http://bit.ly/January_2021_Zoom" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://bit.ly/January_2021_Zoom</a></div>
  42. <div> </div>
  43. <div>This month we will talk about University of Scouting, Rechartering Status, Friends of Scouting update and &#8220;The Youth Led Troop&#8221;</div>
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  45. <p> </p>
  46. <div>Topic: Scouts BSA Round Table<br />Time:        Feb 11, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Mar 11, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Apr 8, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        May 13, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Jun 10, 2021 07:30 PM<br /><br />Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09</a><br /><br />Meeting ID: 959 2793 2442<br />Passcode: 184335<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,95927932442# US (Germantown)<br />+13126266799,,95927932442# US (Chicago)</div>
  47. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-feb-11/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Feb 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  56. <title>Upcoming Outdoor Ethics courses: OE Orientation, LNT Trainer, TreadLightly! Trainer</title>
  57. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-outdoor-ethics-courses-oe-orientation-lnt-trainer-treadlightly-trainer/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=upcoming-outdoor-ethics-courses-oe-orientation-lnt-trainer-treadlightly-trainer</link>
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  61. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:40:59 +0000</pubDate>
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  64. <description><![CDATA[<p>Outdoor Ethics Orientation (~90 min)The course is suitable for scouters and mature scouts. We hope as many units as possible are able to send at least 2 scouts and 1 scouter; this will allow your unit to have youth &#38; adult members qualified to lead Outdoor Ethics at all outdoor events and help your scouts [&#8230;]</p>
  65. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-outdoor-ethics-courses-oe-orientation-lnt-trainer-treadlightly-trainer/">Upcoming Outdoor Ethics courses: OE Orientation, LNT Trainer, TreadLightly! Trainer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  68. <p><span style="font-size: medium"><b>Outdoor Ethics Orientation (~90 min)<br /></b>The course is suitable for scouters and mature scouts. We hope as many units as possible are able to send at least 2 scouts and 1 scouter; this will allow your unit to have youth &amp; adult members qualified to lead Outdoor Ethics at all outdoor events and help your scouts &amp; scouters complete some of the requirements to earn the Outdoor Ethics Award for Scouts or NCAC Outdoor Ethics Award for Cub Scouts.<br />2/10/21 at 7pm <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43835">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43835</a><br />2/17/21 at 7pm <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43836">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43836</a><br />2/24/21 at 7pm <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43837">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43837</a><br /><br /><b>Leave No Trace Trainer (6 two-hour sessions over 2 weeks)<br /></b>The Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults to serve as Leave No Trace Trainers and youth aged 14+ to serve their units as Outdoor Ethics Guides. Every Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout unit should have at least one individual fully trained in Leave No Trace. <br />Feb 15-17 &amp; Feb 22-24 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43800">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43800</a><br />April 12-14 &amp; April 19-21 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43805">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43805</a><br />May 17-19 &amp; May 24-26 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-43806">https://scoutingevent.com/082-43806</a><br /><br /><b>TreadLightly! Trainer<br /></b>Tread Lightly!\x92s Tread Trainer\x99 (TT) course is an 8-hour course designed to provide a \x93crash course\x94 in outdoor ethics focusing on motorized and mechanized recreation on both land and water. Participation in the course qualifies individuals to present the Tread Lightly! message to others in their state or region. Participants will work with Master Trainers or Tread Lightly! staff on understanding the role outdoor ethics play in the recreation community, learn the Tread Lightly! principles of responsible recreation, and be provided with the tools to conduct workshops and coordinate community outreach.<br />May 23 at 1-7:30  <a href="https://www.treadlightly.org/event/tread-trainer-course-sun-may-23-2021-alexandria-va/">https://www.treadlightly.org/event/tread-trainer-course-sun-may-23-2021-alexandria-va/</a> <br />Sep 12 at 1-7:30 <a href="https://www.treadlightly.org/event/tread-trainer-course-sun-sep-12-2021-alexandria-va/">https://www.treadlightly.org/event/tread-trainer-course-sun-sep-12-2021-alexandria-va/</a></span></p>
  69. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-outdoor-ethics-courses-oe-orientation-lnt-trainer-treadlightly-trainer/">Upcoming Outdoor Ethics courses: OE Orientation, LNT Trainer, TreadLightly! Trainer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  78. <title>InterAct Story Theatre returns on the web: February 6 &#038; 7</title>
  79. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-returns-on-the-web-february-6-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=interact-story-theatre-returns-on-the-web-february-6-7</link>
  80. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-returns-on-the-web-february-6-7/#respond</comments>
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  83. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:38:05 +0000</pubDate>
  84. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1534</guid>
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  86. <description><![CDATA[<p>InterAct Story Theatre returns on the web February 6 &#38; 7 with our next Free Virtual event for kids and families. The age range starts on the younger side, but since these are virtual, free and interactive programs, I think it might be of interest to the Cubs, Tigers or any Scout with younger siblings. [&#8230;]</p>
  87. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-returns-on-the-web-february-6-7/">InterAct Story Theatre returns on the web: February 6 &amp; 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  91. <div dir="auto">InterAct Story Theatre returns on the web February 6 &amp; 7 with our next Free Virtual event for kids and families. The age range starts on the younger side, but since these are virtual, free and interactive programs, I think it might be of interest to the Cubs, Tigers or any Scout with younger siblings. Below is information for both February and March (same date numbers and times but a month apart)</div>
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  93. <div><b>Wheaton Family Theatre Series, season six, </b><a href="https://www.interactstory.com/wheaton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.interactstory.com/wheaton</a></div>
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  95. <b>Dancing With Change </b></div>
  96. <div><b>led by Kelly King<br />Saturday, February 6 at 11 a.m. and Sunday, February 7 at 2 p.m.</b><br />We all know how to dance with change&#8211;we dance with change with every single step we take. We adapt to the conditions of the ground, momentum, and direction with our every move. So let’s dance! Kelly King, InterAct Story Theatre teaching artist and founder of Contradiction Dance Theatre, brings us together online during this time and the many changes we experience every day. We&#8217;ll create a dance just for us with movements based on our individual experiences. No prior dance training expected or required&#8230; just bring your body and your enthusiasm! Suitable for ages 5 and up.
  97. <div dir="auto">For more information or to pre-register for your free tickets today, click on the either date link below to visit our Eventbrite page! See you soon!</div>
  98. </div>
  99. <div>
  100. <div dir="auto"><b>Saturday, February 6 at 11 a.m.: </b><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-dancing-with-change-february-6-tickets-135868473261" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-dancing-with-change-february-6-tickets-135868473261</a></div>
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  102. <div>
  103. <div dir="auto"><b>Sunday, February 7 at 2 p.m.:</b> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-dancing-with-change-february-7-tickets-135869325811?aff=erelpanelorg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-dancing-with-change-february-7-tickets-135869325811?aff=erelpanelorg</a></div>
  104. <div dir="auto"> </div>
  105. <div dir="auto"><br /><b>The Magic Tree </b></div>
  106. <div dir="auto"><b>performed by Khaleshia Thorpe-Price<br />Saturday, March 6 at 11 a.m. and Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m.</b><br />A funny, uplifting story adapted from a Zambian folk tale, performed by actor and teaching artist Khaleshia Thorpe-Price. The animals of the grasslands are in terrible trouble—it hasn’t rained in ages, and everyone is hungry and thirsty! Their only hope is to find out how to get the fruit from a mysterious magic tree, but they must journey across the land to learn how&#8230;and they have to remember the secret on the long journey back! Suitable for ages 3 and up.</div>
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  108. <div>
  109. <div dir="auto">For more information or to pre-register for your free tickets today, click on the either date link below to visit our Eventbrite page!</div>
  110. </div>
  111. <div>
  112. <div dir="auto"><b>Saturday, March 6 at 11 a.m.: </b><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-the-magic-tree-march-6-tickets-135869662819?aff=erelpanelorg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-the-magic-tree-march-6-tickets-135869662819?aff=erelpanelorg</a></div>
  113. </div>
  114. <div>
  115. <div dir="auto"><b>Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m.:</b> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-the-magic-tree-march-7-tickets-135870651777?aff=erelpanelorg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wheaton-family-theatre-series-the-magic-tree-march-7-tickets-135870651777?aff=erelpanelorg</a></div>
  116. <div dir="auto"> </div>
  117. <div dir="auto">Thanks to the partnership support of Highland Elementary School and their PTA, Connecticut Avenue Estates Civics Association, Wheaton Hills Civic Association; support from a plethora of community members; and funding from Maryland State Arts Council, Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County, Nora Roberts Foundation, and individual and corporate donors.<br /><br /></div>
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  128. <div dir="ltr"><b>Steven Wolf</b><br />Design and Publications Manager<br /><br /><b><span style="color: #351c75">InterAct Story Theatre</span></b><br /><a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=11510+Georgia+Avenue,+Ste+140+Wheaton,+MD+20902&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">11510 Georgia Avenue, Ste 140</a><br /><a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=11510+Georgia+Avenue,+Ste+140+Wheaton,+MD+20902&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wheaton, MD 20902</a></div>
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  136. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-returns-on-the-web-february-6-7/">InterAct Story Theatre returns on the web: February 6 &amp; 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  145. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: Jan 8</title>
  146. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-jan-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-jan-8</link>
  147. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-jan-8/#respond</comments>
  149. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  150. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 03:28:26 +0000</pubDate>
  151. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1532</guid>
  152.  
  153. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last month we talked about Demonstrating Scout Spirit and the Scouter Code of Conduct. Here is a link to the powerpoint presentation: http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2020_RT   Here is a link to the video recording of the Zoom Meeting http://bit.ly/December_2020_Meeting_Recording   This month we will be talking about Motivating Parents!     Here is the Zoom Meeting info. Note [&#8230;]</p>
  154. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-jan-8/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Jan 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  157. <p>Last month we talked about Demonstrating Scout Spirit and the Scouter Code of Conduct.</p>
  158. <div>Here is a link to the powerpoint presentation:</div>
  159. <div><a href="http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2020_RT">http://bit.ly/Seneca_December_2020_RT</a></div>
  160. <div> </div>
  161. <div>Here is a link to the video recording of the Zoom Meeting</div>
  162. <div><a href="http://bit.ly/December_2020_Meeting_Recording">http://bit.ly/December_2020_Meeting_Recording</a></div>
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  164. <div> </div>
  165. <div>This month we will be talking about Motivating Parents!    </div>
  166. <div>
  167. <div>Here is the Zoom Meeting info. Note that we will use the same meeting for all of our upcoming Round Table meetings.<br />
  168. <div> </div>
  169. <div>Topic: Scouts BSA Round Table<br />Time: Oct 8, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)<br />        Every month on the Second Thu, until Jun 10, 2021, 9 occurrence(s)<br />        Oct 8, 2020 07:30 PM<br />        Nov 12, 2020 07:30 PM<br />        Dec 10, 2020 07:30 PM<br />        Jan 14, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Feb 11, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Mar 11, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Apr 8, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        May 13, 2021 07:30 PM<br />        Jun 10, 2021 07:30 PM<br /><br />Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09</a><br /><br />Meeting ID: 959 2793 2442<br />Passcode: 184335<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,95927932442# US (Germantown)<br />+13126266799,,95927932442# US (Chicago)</div>
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  173. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-jan-8/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Jan 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  182. <title>Klondike Derby Update (updated 12/17/2020)</title>
  183. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-update/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=klondike-derby-update</link>
  184. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-update/#respond</comments>
  186. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  187. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2020 02:20:41 +0000</pubDate>
  188. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1526</guid>
  189.  
  190. <description><![CDATA[<p>As announced previously, the Potomac District will NOT hold an in-person Klondike Derby this year.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic a “virtual” Klondike event will be broadcast instead.  The date of this virtual Klondike event has been moved back by one day, from Friday February 5th to Saturday February 6th , 7 pm to 8 [&#8230;]</p>
  191. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-update/">Klondike Derby Update (updated 12/17/2020)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  194. <p>As announced previously, the Potomac District will NOT hold an in-person Klondike Derby this year.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic a “virtual” Klondike event will be broadcast instead. </p>
  195. <p><strong>The date of this virtual Klondike event has been moved back by one day, from Friday February 5<sup>th</sup> to Saturday February 6<sup>th</sup> , 7 pm to 8 pm.</strong> </p>
  196. <p>There will not be any activity Stations / competitions involved in this event.  This online event will be roughly equivalent to the Saturday night Campfire &amp; OA Call-Out that is normally held at in-person Klondikes.  We will be asking units to submit a few photos and/or videos of skits to include in the broadcast, and an annual Klondike Derby patch and Polar Bear patches will be available for purchase.  The details regarding all of this, including how to submit photos/videos and how to purchase patches will be published in a Leader’s Guide once all the details have been finalized.  In the meantime, if you have any questions you can contact Klondike Derby Director Steve Salaj at <a href="mailto:KlondikeDerby@Gmail.com">KlondikeDerby@Gmail.com</a>.</p>
  197. <p>Thank you, stay safe, and Happy Holidays.</p>
  198. <div>Steve Salaj</div>
  199. <div>Klondike Derby Director</div>
  200. <div>Potomac District</div>
  201. <div><a href="mailto:KlondikeDerby@Gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">KlondikeDerby@Gmail.com</a></div>
  202. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-update/">Klondike Derby Update (updated 12/17/2020)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  211. <title>Pow Wow Webinars</title>
  212. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-webinars/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pow-wow-webinars</link>
  213. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-webinars/#respond</comments>
  215. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  216. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2020 02:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
  217. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1525</guid>
  218.  
  219. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders and all other adults interested in learning more about the Boy Scouts’  Cub Scout program. In the Pow Wow Webinars you will learn new ideas and concepts that will enhance your ability to deliver and support a fun-filled, [&#8230;]</p>
  220. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-webinars/">Pow Wow Webinars</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  221. ]]></description>
  222. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  223. <div>NCAC Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders and all other adults interested in learning more about the Boy Scouts’  Cub Scout program. In the Pow Wow Webinars you will learn new ideas and concepts that will enhance your ability to deliver and support a fun-filled, exciting program to Cub Scouts.</div>
  224. <div> </div>
  225. <div>Webinars will include relevant topics for every Cub Scout position and are designed to help you make their Cub Scout programs more fun for the Cub Scouts … and for the leaders too!!!</div>
  226. <div> </div>
  227. <div>This year sessions are offered by Zoom© and are 45-60 minute sessions on Monday nights at 7:30PM, starting November 23.<br />Schedule<br /><br /></div>
  228. <div>Link to Nov 30: <a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIldemurzsjGNF1MQCHr88b-EAzqynF-nph" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIldemurzsjGNF1MQCHr88b-EAzqynF-nph</a></div>
  229. <ul>
  230. <li>Topic: <strong>Adding Pizazz to your Den Meetings with STEM</strong><br />Description: You don’t have to have a background in science to add STEM to your den or pack meetings! The STEM ideas presented will bring some pizazz to your den meeting, while helping cub complete achievements and helping them to think critically.</li>
  231. </ul>
  232. <div>Link to Dec 7: <a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtc-2rpz4qH9KhyTMcFbxZ7OEyCfXyreUX" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtc-2rpz4qH9KhyTMcFbxZ7OEyCfXyreUX </a></div>
  233. <ul>
  234. <li>Topic: <strong>Rechartering Made Simple</strong><br />Description: Want to know why Charter Renewal is important to your Cubs and Leaders? Join us to discuss common mistakes and how to avoid them, and tips to make the Renewal process easy.</li>
  235. </ul>
  236. <div><br />Link to Dec 14:  <a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlde6hpjwjGdO2JUZ0J0Ss6t17DaxCMSlf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlde6hpjwjGdO2JUZ0J0Ss6t17DaxCMSlf<br /></a></div>
  237. <ul>
  238. <li>Topic: <strong>BSA’s newest program is Social Distancing Friendly!</strong><br />Description: STEM Scouts is open to girls and boys who are in grades 3-8. With fun activity kits delivered to your house for easy meeting planning! Scouts tinker, explore and get creative doing hands-on activities in weekly meeting. They try new things as they learn about the world around them.<br />STEM Labs are open now and welcoming all youth! Learn about and be part of NCAC’s newest and most fun program today!</li>
  239. </ul>
  240. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-webinars/">Pow Wow Webinars</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  248. <item>
  249. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</title>
  250. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-3</link>
  251. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-3/#respond</comments>
  253. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  254. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 03:05:09 +0000</pubDate>
  255. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1521</guid>
  256.  
  257. <description><![CDATA[<p>At last weeks Roundtable meeting, we had a presentation on Order of the Arrow Elections.  Units should contact Bill Johnson at  johnsonwilliama@msn.com  to schedule elections.   Our general discussions were about Winter Activities in the COVID-19 era and &#8220;How to recognize and prevent Leadership Burnout.   The PowerPoint deck can be found here:   https://bit.ly/Seneca_November_2020_RT   The [&#8230;]</p>
  258. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-3/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  259. ]]></description>
  260. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  261. <p>At last weeks Roundtable meeting, we had a presentation on Order of the Arrow Elections.  Units should contact Bill Johnson at  <a href="mailto:johnsonwilliama@msn.com">johnsonwilliama@msn.com</a>  to schedule elections.</p>
  262. <div> </div>
  263. <div>Our general discussions were about Winter Activities in the COVID-19 era and &#8220;How to recognize and prevent Leadership Burnout.</div>
  264. <div> </div>
  265. <div>The PowerPoint deck can be found here:   <a href="https://bit.ly/Seneca_November_2020_RT">https://bit.ly/Seneca_November_2020_RT</a></div>
  266. <div> </div>
  267. <div>The entire Meeting (without the OA discussion as youth were present) was recorded and can be found here:  <a href="https://bit.ly/November_2020_Meeting_Recording">https://bit.ly/November_2020_Meeting_Recording</a></div>
  268. <div> </div>
  269. <div>ALL of our past Roundtable presentations are available on line at:  <a href="https://bit.ly/Seneca_RT">https://bit.ly/Seneca_RT</a><br />
  270. <div> </div>
  271. <div dir="ltr">
  272. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  273. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouts BSA Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  274. </div>
  275. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-3/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  283. <item>
  284. <title>Scouting for Food</title>
  285. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-11</link>
  286. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-11/#respond</comments>
  288. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  289. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 04:06:01 +0000</pubDate>
  290. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1519</guid>
  291.  
  292. <description><![CDATA[<p>*Notice to All Unit Leaders and Committee Chairs for distribution to each of your families in your unit*   These are especially difficult times for so many families.  The food distribution places are in the greatest need ever.  With careful protocols in place, the Seneca District will be holding our annual Scouting for Food at [&#8230;]</p>
  293. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-11/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  294. ]]></description>
  295. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  296. <blockquote>
  297. <div dir="ltr">
  298. <div dir="ltr">
  299. <div dir="ltr">
  300. <div dir="ltr"><span style="color: #ff0000;font-size: large">*Notice to All Unit Leaders and Committee Chairs for distribution to each of your families in your unit*</span></div>
  301. <div dir="ltr"> </div>
  302. <div dir="ltr">These are especially difficult times for so many families.  The food distribution places are in the greatest need ever.  With careful protocols in place, the Seneca District will be holding our annual Scouting for Food at the 2 locations listed.  The following message is from Phil Dennis, Seneca District Scouting for Food Chair.
  303. <div>
  304. <p>Seneca District will be having their annual Scouting For Food drive this year.  With Covid-19, things will be different.  We are encouraging units  to <u><b>distribute fliers on November 7th</b></u> and <u><b>collect food on November 14th</b></u>.  We will have two drop off locations:</p>
  305. <ul>
  306. <li>Quince Orchard High School as usual from 9 am to 1 pm.</li>
  307. <li>In Germantown we will be collecting food at Neelsville Presybterian Church, 20701 Frederick Rd., Germantown, MD 20876 &#8230;Also from 9am to 1pm.</li>
  308. </ul>
  309. <p>When collecting food, remember that FAMILY MEMBERS ONLY in each vehicle!</p>
  310. <p>We are encouraging units to use social media to disseminate information on food collections.  Having neighbors drop off food in boxes at Scout&#8217;s houses, and then have the Scouts deliver that food to the drop off location is preferred.  This reduces potential contact with others.</p>
  311. <p>Here is a link for some sample fliers that you may find useful.. </p>
  312. <p><a href="http://bit.ly/Seneca_SFF">http://bit.ly/Seneca_SFF</a></p>
  313. <p>Thanks for all that you do.</p>
  314. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  315. </div>
  316. </div>
  317. </div>
  318. </div>
  319. </div>
  320. </blockquote>
  321. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-11/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  329. <item>
  330. <title>Back to Scouting Webinar: RESTARTING CUB SCOUTING SAFELY: Nov 4</title>
  331. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-to-scouting-webinar-restarting-cub-scouting-safely-nov-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=back-to-scouting-webinar-restarting-cub-scouting-safely-nov-4</link>
  332. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-to-scouting-webinar-restarting-cub-scouting-safely-nov-4/#respond</comments>
  334. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  335. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 01:47:17 +0000</pubDate>
  336. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1517</guid>
  337.  
  338. <description><![CDATA[<p>Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020Time: 8:00 pm As many packs are restarting, they are ensuring their meetings meet local safety guidelines, working with chartered organizations to find meeting locations and also focusing on recruiting. In this webinar, we&#8217;ll discuss: Ideas on Where to Meet Making In-Person Meetings Fun and Safe Best Practices for Virtual Meetings [&#8230;]</p>
  339. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-to-scouting-webinar-restarting-cub-scouting-safely-nov-4/">Back to Scouting Webinar: RESTARTING CUB SCOUTING SAFELY: Nov 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  340. ]]></description>
  341. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  342. <p>Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020<br />Time: 8:00 pm</p>
  343. <p>As many packs are restarting, they are ensuring their meetings meet local safety guidelines, working with chartered organizations to find meeting locations and also focusing on recruiting. In this webinar, we&#8217;ll discuss:</p>
  344. <ul>
  345. <li>Ideas on Where to Meet</li>
  346. <li>Making In-Person Meetings Fun and Safe</li>
  347. <li>Best Practices for Virtual Meetings</li>
  348. <li>Best Practices for Recruiting During Covid</li>
  349. </ul>
  350. <p>All this, plus lots of other updates!</p>
  351. <p><a href="https://scouting-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gJQlI2KqTI-Ea8VP0RZ5AQ">Register Now</a></p>
  352. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-to-scouting-webinar-restarting-cub-scouting-safely-nov-4/">Back to Scouting Webinar: RESTARTING CUB SCOUTING SAFELY: Nov 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  360. <item>
  361. <title>Pow Wow: New Format</title>
  362. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-new-format/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pow-wow-new-format</link>
  363. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-new-format/#respond</comments>
  365. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  366. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 01:38:25 +0000</pubDate>
  367. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1516</guid>
  368.  
  369. <description><![CDATA[<p>At the last minute we have decided to cancel Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow as you know it and …. Retool the event to offer you greater Cub Scout Leader training opportunities.  Rather than a one day event were you are limited to 6 &#8211; one hour course selections,  we have decided to do something [&#8230;]</p>
  370. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-new-format/">Pow Wow: New Format</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  371. ]]></description>
  372. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  373. <div>At the last minute we have decided to cancel Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow as you know it and ….<br /><br /></div>
  374. <div>Retool the event to offer you greater Cub Scout Leader training opportunities.  Rather than a one day event were you are limited to 6 &#8211; one hour course selections,  we have decided to do something new! This year we will have a series of FREE weekly Webinars on important topics like Rechartering, Family Scouting, Retention and How To have Fun During a Den Meetings! and other relevant topics for you, your, your Pack parents and other interested parties! </div>
  375. <div> </div>
  376. <div>We are planning a topic offering each week, held on the same night, at the same time, facilitated by one of NCAC’s expert volunteer trainers on the subject matter just for Cub Scout Leaders.  The schedule will be published in advance so you pick the nights and the topics that you are interested in. Training will be done virtually.</div>
  377. <div> </div>
  378. <div>So, we give you back your Saturday November 21 (the date Pow Wow was to be held), and we invite you to join us for one night a week, for one hour, for training that is just for you … the Cub Scout Leader.</div>
  379. <div><strong> </strong></div>
  380. <div><strong>Stay Tuned … More Information Coming about the Start Date</strong></div>
  381. <div><strong> </strong></div>
  382. <div>Bill Mayo</div>
  383. <div>Chairman – Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow</div>
  384. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-new-format/">Pow Wow: New Format</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  392. <item>
  393. <title>Join the National Scouts BSA Committee for LIVE OFFICE HOURS</title>
  394. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-the-national-scouts-bsa-committee-for-live-office-hours/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=join-the-national-scouts-bsa-committee-for-live-office-hours</link>
  395. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-the-national-scouts-bsa-committee-for-live-office-hours/#respond</comments>
  397. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  398. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:13:33 +0000</pubDate>
  399. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1512</guid>
  400.  
  401. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, November 12, 2020&#8211; 8:00 p.m. ETGreat for All Scouts BSA Leaders – Including Senior Patrol Leaders Register Now Join the National Scouts BSA committee and Scouters from around the country to learn more about the Scouts BSA program Thursday, November 12, 2020 during our live office hours. This Q&#38;A session is great for all [&#8230;]</p>
  402. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-the-national-scouts-bsa-committee-for-live-office-hours/">Join the National Scouts BSA Committee for LIVE OFFICE HOURS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  403. ]]></description>
  404. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  405. <p>Thursday, November 12, 2020<br />&#8211; 8:00 p.m. ET<br />Great for All Scouts BSA Leaders – Including Senior Patrol Leaders</p>
  406. <p><a href="https://scouting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sc-qvrDsiEte0Yv1jn6kVWiahBzI-VpJ9">Register Now</a></p>
  407. <p>Join the National Scouts BSA committee and Scouters from around the country to learn more about the Scouts BSA program Thursday, <strong>November 12, 2020</strong> <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1c71a4ca%2Cc6e550b%2Cc798e81&amp;s=dynv8GDz17EQwalroTpQn4cd_JQHnBbLl2jWpehfKb8">during our live office hours</a>.<br /><br />This Q&amp;A session is great for all Scouts BSA leaders – <strong>including Senior Patrol Leaders</strong> – to focus on implementing the Methods of Scouting in your Troop. We will cover the following topics:</p>
  408. <ul>
  409. <li>COVID-19-Eagle extension request</li>
  410. <li>Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advancement changes</li>
  411. <li>Preparing for Arrow of Light crossover</li>
  412. <li>Inaugural Class of Eagle Scouts</li>
  413. <li>Retaining and Recruiting Scouts during COVID-19</li>
  414. </ul>
  415. <p><strong>To give your questions top priority, please email them to <a href="mailto:family.scouting@scouting.org">family.scouting@scouting.org</a> by November 6th. When submitting questions please identify yourself as a youth or adult.</strong> All questions will be answered, either during our live presentation or later. Space is limited for the live event, a recording will be sent to all who register.<br /><br />We look forward to hearing from you and speaking with you soon!</p>
  416. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-the-national-scouts-bsa-committee-for-live-office-hours/">Join the National Scouts BSA Committee for LIVE OFFICE HOURS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  424. <item>
  425. <title>NRA Firearms Courses</title>
  426. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nra-firearms-courses/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nra-firearms-courses</link>
  427. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nra-firearms-courses/#respond</comments>
  429. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  430. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2020 03:54:26 +0000</pubDate>
  431. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1509</guid>
  432.  
  433. <description><![CDATA[<p>SFS is offering the following NRA Firearms courses this fall. OCTOBERSat     24                  Basic Pistol/HQLSat     25                  Basic Pistol/HQLSat     31                  Shotgun Instructor NOVEMBERSun    1                     Rifle InstructorTue     3                     Basic Pistol/HQLSat     7                     Pistol InstructorSun    8                     Pistol InstructorS/S    14-15              CCW Instructor     NRA Standards Require: The corresponding Student course must be taken prior [&#8230;]</p>
  434. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nra-firearms-courses/">NRA Firearms Courses</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  435. ]]></description>
  436. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  437. <div>
  438. <p>SFS is offering the following NRA Firearms courses this fall.</p>
  439. <p>OCTOBER<br />Sat     24                  Basic Pistol/HQL<br />Sat     25                  Basic Pistol/HQL<br />Sat     31                  Shotgun Instructor</p>
  440. <p>NOVEMBER<br />Sun    1                     Rifle Instructor<br />Tue     3                     Basic Pistol/HQL<br />Sat     7                     Pistol Instructor<br />Sun    8                     Pistol Instructor<br />S/S    14-15              CCW Instructor    </p>
  441. <p>NRA Standards Require:</p>
  442. <ul>
  443. <li>The corresponding Student course must be taken prior to the Instructor course.</li>
  444. <li>Pistol Instructor is a prerequisite to attend the CCW Instructor Course.</li>
  445. <li>BIT must be taken in the 2 years prior to attending an Instructor course.  Please Call.</li>
  446. </ul>
  447. <p>Except for CCW, Courses encompass one full day.<br />MD and DC require 16 hours of training.<br />Either Pistol or CCW meet VA CCW training Requirements.<br />Either Pistol or CCW meet FL CCW training Requirements.<br />A MD CCW permit meets PA training Requirements.</p>
  448. <p>Basic Pistol meets MD HQL training Requirements. <br />A 2 hour Utah Law module can be added to meet Utah CCW training Requirements.</p>
  449. <p>CCW meets MD Wear and Carry (CCW) training Requirements. <br />A two hour Utah Law module can be added to meet the Utah CCW training Requirements.<br />A two hour DC Law module can be added to meet the DC CCW training Requirements.</p>
  450. <p>Maximum course size is 5 people, on a private range.<br />A wide variety of firearms will be used in the courses.<br />Range Time, Ear Muffs and Safety Glasses are included in all courses.<br />Family groups may be accommodated based on size and environment.<br />Firearms and Ammo is included in Basic Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun.<br />Pistols, Holsters, and Ammo can be supplied for CCW if you do not have your own.</p>
  451. <p>E-mail or Call for details-  <br /><a href="mailto:hnre@xecu.net">Hal Noer</a>  301-639-9484</p>
  452. <p>Acronyms (as provided by the webmaster!)<br />HQL &#8211; <span class="aCOpRe">Handgun Qualification License</span><br />CCW &#8211; Wear and Carry Permit</p>
  453. </div>
  454. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nra-firearms-courses/">NRA Firearms Courses</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  462. <item>
  463. <title>Scouting for Food</title>
  464. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-10</link>
  465. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-10/#respond</comments>
  467. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  468. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:22:56 +0000</pubDate>
  469. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1506</guid>
  470.  
  471. <description><![CDATA[<p>This year, more than ever WE NEED YOUR HELP.  Food  requests at Manna are up over 35% this year (4100 families a month). With Covid-19 around us, Scouting for Food will be &#8220;different&#8221; this year.  We will not be distributing bags or stickers that restrict us to a single date, and, with safety paramount in our [&#8230;]</p>
  472. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-10/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  473. ]]></description>
  474. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  475. <p>This year, more than ever WE NEED YOUR HELP.  Food  requests at Manna are up over 35% this year (4100 families a month).</p>
  476. <p>With Covid-19 around us, Scouting for Food will be &#8220;different&#8221; this year. </p>
  477. <p>We will not be distributing bags or stickers that restrict us to a single date, and, with safety paramount in our minds, our methods must change. Any drive must be completed within local and council guidelines, including those governing small group size, glove and mask use, limited contacts, and social distancing. </p>
  478. <p>We would like units to collect food and bring it to our drop off locations on Saturday, November 14 2020.  We will have a food truck at Quince Orchard High School as usual, and we are looking into an elementary school location in the Germantown area.  We will have a location secured next week.  We would like units also to use social media to encourage their neighbors to make drive through donations where we will have the food trucks.  Drive through donations have been very successful this year according to the folks at Manna.</p>
  479. <p>There are many ways to collect food and maintain social distancing, like “front yard” collections and drive-through food drives.  This is the method that we are suggesting for Scouting For Food 2020!  We&#8217;re asking units to set up neighborhood collection boxes at Scout residences.  Manna will be providing us with about 300 large boxes that people can collect food in at their homes.  A simple box or milk crate or RubberMaid Tote will do.  We&#8217;re asking units to provide their own announcement/fliers for this year that can be placed on/through door handles (simply roll them up and stick them in the handle).  Please use social media to reach out for donations!  NextDoor, Facebook are two excellent ways to reach out.  In addition, we are not limiting collections to one weekend (November 14).  Rather we&#8217;re encouraging units to collect over a period of time and drop their donations at their local food bank.  We are looking into using large empty parking lots, for drop offs ON NOVEMBER 14 ONLY, but again, feel free to extend your collections for more donations. </p>
  480. <p>This year the council will not allow Scouts to solicit donations door-to-door (do not knock on doors asking for donations), and any group sizes should be kept to 6-8 persons, perfect for dens and patrols. We are working with Manna food bank to accept donations directly. Please feel free to contact other area food banks to see if they are willing to accept drop off donations.  </p>
  481. <p>More details will be provided next week.<br />Thanks for all that you do.<br />&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  482. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-10/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  483. ]]></content:encoded>
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  490. <item>
  491. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</title>
  492. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-2</link>
  493. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-2/#respond</comments>
  495. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  496. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:19:28 +0000</pubDate>
  497. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1505</guid>
  498.  
  499. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last week we had a great discussion on merit badge counselors with our district Merit Badge Dean, Harley King.  The folder below contains the PowerPoint presentations for ALL of our Round Table meetings,  Here is a link to Harley&#8217;s presentation:  https://bit.ly/2IpvfEx   A recording of the zoom meeting can be viewed here:  https://bit.ly/3dquhTW   And a link [&#8230;]</p>
  500. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-2/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  501. ]]></description>
  502. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  503. <p>Last week we had a great discussion on merit badge counselors with our district Merit Badge Dean, Harley King.  The folder below contains the PowerPoint presentations for ALL of our Round Table meetings, </p>
  504. <div>Here is a link to Harley&#8217;s presentation:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2IpvfEx">https://bit.ly/2IpvfEx</a></div>
  505. <div> </div>
  506. <div>A recording of the zoom meeting can be viewed here:  <a href="https://bit.ly/3dquhTW">https://bit.ly/3dquhTW</a></div>
  507. <div> </div>
  508. <div>And a link to the rest of the Power Point slides is here:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2FvlOT4">https://bit.ly/2FvlOT4</a><br />
  509. <div> </div>
  510. <div dir="ltr">
  511. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  512. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  513. </div>
  514. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap-2/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  522. <item>
  523. <title>Restart Scouting Checklist</title>
  524. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/restart-scouting-checklist/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=restart-scouting-checklist</link>
  525. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/restart-scouting-checklist/#respond</comments>
  527. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  528. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:10:28 +0000</pubDate>
  529. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1503</guid>
  530.  
  531. <description><![CDATA[<p>As always, the safety of our Scouts, volunteers, employees and communities is our top priority. This checklist outlines several minimum guiding protocols that adult leaders/ volunteers must consider while working with local and state health departments, local councils, chartered organizations and Scouting families on when and how to resume meetings, service projects, camping and all [&#8230;]</p>
  532. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/restart-scouting-checklist/">Restart Scouting Checklist</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  533. ]]></description>
  534. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  535. <p>As always, the safety of our Scouts, volunteers, employees and communities is our top priority. This checklist outlines several minimum guiding protocols that adult leaders/ volunteers must consider while working with local and state health departments, local councils, chartered organizations and Scouting families on when and how to resume meetings, service projects, camping and all other official Scouting activities. If it is not practical to meet these minimal protocols, do not restart in-person activities.</p>
  536. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-693.pdf">Checklist</a></p>
  537. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/restart-scouting-checklist/">Restart Scouting Checklist</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  538. ]]></content:encoded>
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  545. <item>
  546. <title>Seneca District Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Registration Process</title>
  547. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-merit-badge-counselors-registration-process/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-district-merit-badge-counselors-registration-process</link>
  548. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-merit-badge-counselors-registration-process/#respond</comments>
  550. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  551. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:04:23 +0000</pubDate>
  552. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1501</guid>
  553.  
  554. <description><![CDATA[<p>A Scoutbook update went into effect Monday, Sept. 28th.  It changes the way merit badge counselors (MBCs) are handled in Scoutbook. New ProcessThe MBC is a council position; all MBCs are eligible to counsel throughout the council (scouting units make up a district; multiple districts comprise a council). Consequently, with more scouts, you may have [&#8230;]</p>
  555. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-merit-badge-counselors-registration-process/">Seneca District Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Registration Process</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  556. ]]></description>
  557. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  558. <p>A Scoutbook update went into effect Monday, Sept. 28th.  It changes the way merit badge counselors (MBCs) are handled in Scoutbook.</p>
  559. <p>New Process<br />The MBC is a council position; all MBCs are eligible to counsel throughout the council (scouting units make up a district; multiple districts comprise a council). Consequently, with more scouts, you may have more opportunities to teach! You can modify your council-visibility settings in your Scoutbook profile (<a href="https://help.scoutbook.com/knowledge-base/scoutbook-merit-badge-counselor-guide/">​guide​</a>).</p>
  560. <p>Merit badge requirements for a scout can be signed off in Scoutbook. You will need a Scoutbook account.</p>
  561. <p>Use our ​<a href="https://goo.gl/Dh6Mt9">Seneca MBC database</a>​ to confirm that your merit badge offerings are correct and up to date. The merit badges in this document will be synced with ScoutNET. Don&#8217;t panic if your merit badges are not listed: syncing may take several weeks. You may update or modify your merit badge offerings by completing​​ <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34405.pdf">form 34405</a>​.</p>
  562. <p>You may also have received a Scoutbook email saying, &#8220;&#8230;At this time Scoutbook is no longer listing you as a merit badge counselor&#8230;&#8221; This email is a result of your transition from being unit-entered MBCs to council-entered MBCs. No worries, you will soon again be available to your unit.</p>
  563. <p>Units that do not use Scoutbook will continue to have their scouts reach out in traditional ways with traditional record keeping i.e. merit badge blue cards.</p>
  564. <p>These exciting updates provide our MBCs with greater ease in helping scouts learn and grow through the merit badge program. We can&#8217;t do it without you.</p>
  565. <p><a href="https://storage.3.basecamp.com/3958009/buckets/13142755/recordings/3080967824/email/download/BAh7CEkiCGdpZAY6BkVUSSIoZ2lkOi8vYmMzL0Jsb2IvMjQxNTk3NjY2P2V4cGlyZXNfaW4GOwBUSSIMcHVycG9zZQY7AFRbB0kiCmVtYWlsBjsAVGwrB5DWo7dJIg9leHBpcmVzX2F0BjsAVDA=--de581a911388d32b33e9f48640aab32c75a6e8bd/Seneca.District.MBC.Process.v1.2.pdf">How to Register a Merit Badge Counselor in the Seneca District</a></p>
  566. <p>Thank you,<br />Harley King<br />Seneca District MBD<br />More questions? Read the ​<a href="https://help.scoutbook.com/knowledge-base/gcc-scoutbook-merit-badge-counselor-list-faq-an-example-council-list-faq/">Scoutbook&#8217;s FAQs​</a></p>
  567. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-merit-badge-counselors-registration-process/">Seneca District Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Registration Process</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  575. <item>
  576. <title>The Faith Series</title>
  577. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-faith-series/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=the-faith-series</link>
  578. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-faith-series/#respond</comments>
  580. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  581. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:47:28 +0000</pubDate>
  582. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1499</guid>
  583.  
  584. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;The National Catholic Committee on Scouting offers activities for Scouts and Scouters to learn more about their faith.  The Faith Series provides a group of activities to help youth and adults learn more about the universal faith based practices and traditions used in living the Catholic faith.   Note that these activities can be earned [&#8230;]</p>
  585. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-faith-series/">The Faith Series</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  586. ]]></description>
  587. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  588. <div>&#8220;The National Catholic Committee on Scouting offers activities for Scouts and Scouters to learn more about their faith.  The Faith Series provides a group of activities to help youth and adults learn more about the universal faith based practices and traditions used in living the Catholic faith.   Note that these activities can be earned by anyone: Catholic, non-Catholic, Scout, Scouter, adults and children.   To learn about the various Faith Series activities, please take a look at this short video:  <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001h6gRQmbcZhQu2ykGLpkOqi6Uw7jcDFw-Z6vaiYponbPNZLq2LVLL49mO6kfLnef-rn9KFePOyZJkA6igESlXYM4iibwEFYZIcoScJrFAhGBlQiUJsJ6FMln6KoIcW2Y9ICL3-oBVknI6peEvUKrJc_FtWhW8Dxakwtq7kjQLQv8rWIR5JGcQSzOqY7LQ-bw8zSjyuxMTTjOQ-7sZfq6ji4swIMEvMJdAEwLDiTGHyFgK5kSf4PY1Y2MQ9fkFtvsPQGXWg0irUmUnOufUU_fGl2ROeezSBPTT0mkzn4je5JnKGpDYDfJnsJCo5WK8zG5FDLw_Y1SxG1HOjnKgnAf_cdm2jC2R07R881T0chE3WvvyiXo7Qz4EkzrRnfyyAluddLcIKSljJ2U=&amp;c=WhO7yL1UwkQVH812CCLHojlErmbbu_M8pbqHrjpbkR-umkZplngdbQ==&amp;ch=tPDh7Ymi9J6zT-ua2U7wtfXwbe2g3arXJ65KhcxoF4l-CspVp-lrQQ==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/96uOwSNBZLE&#8221;</a></div>
  589. <div> </div>
  590. <div>
  591. <div>My name is Joseph Barone and I am part of the National Catholic Committee on Scouting &#8211; Training Committee. </div>
  592. <div> </div>
  593. <div>Please let me know if you have any questions/concerns.</div>
  594. <div> </div>
  595. <div>Yours in Scouting,</div>
  596. <div> </div>
  597. <div>Joseph S. Barone</div>
  598. <div>Asst. Scoutmaster</div>
  599. <div>Troop 466 </div>
  600. <div>St. John the Evangelist Church</div>
  601. <div>Silver Spring, MD</div>
  602. <div>202-568-5123</div>
  603. </div>
  604. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-faith-series/">The Faith Series</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  612. <item>
  613. <title>Recharter login is open!</title>
  614. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-login-is-open/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-login-is-open</link>
  615. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-login-is-open/#respond</comments>
  617. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  618. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:45:01 +0000</pubDate>
  619. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1498</guid>
  620.  
  621. <description><![CDATA[<p>All &#8211; Recharter login is open and running at:   https://www.ncacbsa.org/recharter/   I have been able to verify operations using Edge browser, if you get stuck, try Edge   YIDS Commish</p>
  622. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-login-is-open/">Recharter login is open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  624. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  625. <div>All &#8211;</div>
  626. <div>Recharter login is open and running at:</div>
  627. <div> </div>
  628. <div><span style="font-size: large"><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/recharter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ncacbsa.org/recharter/</a></b></span></div>
  629. <div> </div>
  630. <div>I have been able to verify operations using Edge browser, if you get stuck, try Edge</div>
  631. <div> </div>
  632. <div>YIDS</div>
  633. <div>Commish</div>
  634. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-login-is-open/">Recharter login is open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  642. <item>
  643. <title>Scouting for Food</title>
  644. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-9</link>
  645. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-9/#respond</comments>
  647. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  648. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:40:04 +0000</pubDate>
  649. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1497</guid>
  650.  
  651. <description><![CDATA[<p>This year, more than ever WE NEED YOUR HELP.  Food  requests at Manna are up over 35% this year (4100 families a month). With Covid-19 around us, Scouting for Food will be &#8220;different&#8221; this year.  Details just came in today from Council and we&#8217;re still digesting them (no pun intended) We will not be distributing [&#8230;]</p>
  652. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-9/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  653. ]]></description>
  654. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  655. <p>This year, more than ever WE NEED YOUR HELP.  Food  requests at Manna are up over 35% this year (4100 families a month).</p>
  656. <p>With Covid-19 around us, Scouting for Food will be &#8220;different&#8221; this year.  Details just came in today from Council and we&#8217;re still digesting them (no pun intended)</p>
  657. <p>We will not be distributing bags or stickers that restrict us to a single date, and, with safety paramount in our minds, our methods must change. Any drive must be completed within local and council guidelines, including those governing small group size, glove and mask use, limited contacts, and social distancing. </p>
  658. <p>Please note that the council does not allow units to solicit money donations for non-Scout organizations, and this includes soliciting donations to services like YouGiveGoods and others that use designated donations to purchase and deliver food items.</p>
  659. <p>There are many ways to collect food and maintain social distancing, like “front yard” collections and drive-through food drives.  This is the method that we are suggesting for Scouting For Food 2020!  We&#8217;re asking units to set up neighborhood collection boxes at Scout residences.  A simple box or milk crate or RubberMaid Tote will do.  We&#8217;re asking units to provide their own announcement/fliers for this year that can be placed on/through door handles (simply roll them up and stick them in the handle).  Please use social media to reach out for donations!  NextDoor, Facebook are two excellent ways to reach out.  In addition, we are not limiting collections to one weekend (November 14).  Rather we&#8217;re encouraging units to collect over a period of time and drop their donations at their local food bank.  We are looking into using a large empty parking lot, for drop offs ON NOVEMBER 14 ONLY, but again, feel free to extend your collections for more donations. </p>
  660. <p>This year the council will not allow Scouts to solicit donations door-to-door (do not knock on doors asking for donations), and any group sizes should be kept to 6-8 persons, perfect for dens and patrols. We are working with Manna food bank to accept donations directly. Please feel free to contact other area food banks to see if they are willing to accept drop off donations.  </p>
  661. <p>More details will be provided next week.</p>
  662. <p>Thanks for all that you do.<br />&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  663. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-9/">Scouting for Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  664. ]]></content:encoded>
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  671. <item>
  672. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: October 8</title>
  673. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-october-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-october-8</link>
  674. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-october-8/#respond</comments>
  676. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  677. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 06:16:49 +0000</pubDate>
  678. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1496</guid>
  679.  
  680. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come join us for a lively discussion on Cub Scouts. Topic: Cub Scout Round Table ZoomTime: Oct 8, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89300242151Meeting ID: 893 0024 2151One tap mobile+13126266799,,89300242151# US (Chicago)+16465588656,,89300242151# US (New York) Dial by your location        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)      [&#8230;]</p>
  681. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-october-8/">Cub Scout Roundtable: October 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  682. ]]></description>
  683. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  684. <p>Come join us for a lively discussion on Cub Scouts.</p>
  685. <p>Topic: Cub Scout Round Table Zoom<br />Time: Oct 8, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)<br /><br /><b>Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89300242151">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89300242151</a><br /></b><br />Meeting ID: 893 0024 2151<br />One tap mobile<br />+13126266799,,89300242151# US (Chicago)<br />+16465588656,,89300242151# US (New York)<br /><br />Dial by your location<br />        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)<br />        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)<br />        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)<br />        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)<br />        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)<br />        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)<br />Meeting ID: 893 0024 2151<br />Find your local number: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdc84uYwtL">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdc84uYwtL</a></p>
  686. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-october-8/">Cub Scout Roundtable: October 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  687. ]]></content:encoded>
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  690. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  693. </item>
  694. <item>
  695. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: October 8</title>
  696. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-october-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-october-8</link>
  697. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-october-8/#respond</comments>
  699. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  700. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 06:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
  701. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1495</guid>
  702.  
  703. <description><![CDATA[<p>This month our primary discussion topic will be recent changes to Merit Badge Counselors, their &#8220;approved&#8221; status and changes related to ScoutBook.  We will also be catching up on how units are doing in the current &#8220;virtual&#8221; (and some not so virtual) environments.     Here is the Zoom Meeting info. Note that we will use the [&#8230;]</p>
  704. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-october-8/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: October 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  705. ]]></description>
  706. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  707. <p>This month our primary discussion topic will be recent changes to Merit Badge Counselors, their &#8220;approved&#8221; status and changes related to ScoutBook.  We will also be catching up on how units are doing in the current &#8220;virtual&#8221; (and some not so virtual) environments.  </p>
  708. <div> </div>
  709. <div>Here is the Zoom Meeting info. Note that we will use the same meeting for all of our upcoming Round Table meetings.</div>
  710. <p>Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09</a><br /><br />Meeting ID: 959 2793 2442<br />Passcode: 184335<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,95927932442# US (Germantown)<br />+13126266799,,95927932442# US (Chicago)<br /><br />Dial by your location<br />        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)<br />        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)<br />        +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)<br />        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)<br />        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)<br />        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)<br />Meeting ID: 959 2793 2442<br />Find your local number: <a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/u/abdn4m6zch">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/u/abdn4m6zch</a></p>
  711. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-october-8/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: October 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  712. ]]></content:encoded>
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  718. </item>
  719. <item>
  720. <title>Pow Wow: November 21</title>
  721. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-november-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pow-wow-november-21</link>
  722. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-november-21/#respond</comments>
  724. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  725. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 06:09:37 +0000</pubDate>
  726. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1493</guid>
  727.  
  728. <description><![CDATA[<p>Save the Date!! Join us for the National Capital Area Council 2020 Pow Wow. Date: November 21Time: 8:00am-4:00pm (6 45 minute training sessions with a break for lunch)Where: ZoomAdditional Details: Coming Soon! More Information: Contact Bill Mayo @ ncac.powwow@gmail.com</p>
  729. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-november-21/">Pow Wow: November 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  730. ]]></description>
  731. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  732. <p>Save the Date!!</p>
  733. <p>Join us for the National Capital Area Council 2020 Pow Wow.</p>
  734. <p>Date: November 21<br />Time: 8:00am-4:00pm (6 45 minute training sessions with a break for lunch)<br />Where: Zoom<br />Additional Details: Coming Soon!</p>
  735. <p>More Information: Contact Bill Mayo @ <a href="mailto:ncac.powwow@gmail.com">ncac.powwow@gmail.com</a></p>
  736. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-november-21/">Pow Wow: November 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  737. ]]></content:encoded>
  739. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pow-wow-november-21/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  740. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  743. </item>
  744. <item>
  745. <title>Recharter Details</title>
  746. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-details/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-details</link>
  747. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-details/#respond</comments>
  749. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  750. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 06:03:08 +0000</pubDate>
  751. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1491</guid>
  752.  
  753. <description><![CDATA[<p>To:  All UnitsFrom:  Seneca CommishRE:  Recharter Time Line and Access Codes                                 Hi everybody &#8212; A few notes on Recharter: All unit access codes have been distributed to Key 3. Contact DE Ben or me if you do not have them and your Key 3 cannot help All packages are due back you your UC, Ben [&#8230;]</p>
  754. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-details/">Recharter Details</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  755. ]]></description>
  756. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  757. <div class="wp-block-file"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/09/Rechartering-Roadmap-1_edited-for-Dec-units.pptx">Rechartering-Roadmap-1_edited-for-Dec-units</a><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/09/Rechartering-Roadmap-1_edited-for-Dec-units.pptx" class="wp-block-file__button" download>Download</a></div>
  758.  
  759.  
  760.  
  761. <p>To:  All Units<br />From:  Seneca Commish<br />RE:  Recharter Time Line and Access Codes                                </p>
  762. <p>Hi everybody &#8212;</p>
  763. <p>A few notes on Recharter:</p>
  764. <ol>
  765. <li>All unit access codes have been distributed to Key 3. Contact DE Ben or me if you do not have them and your Key 3 cannot help</li>
  766. <li>All packages <strong><u>are due back you your UC, Ben or me by NOVEMBER 25<sup>th</sup></u></strong>. NO exceptions this year, we expire earlier on December 31<sup>st</sup>.</li>
  767. <li>A recharter summary timeline is attached. Fees have changed, see the envelope cover I sent.</li>
  768. <li>Many YPTs will expire this year at the end of the new YPT cycle from 2 years ago. Please start working with your adults now.</li>
  769. <li>If you have pending applications from JSN or missing members on your roster, please get in touch now with Ben or me. REVIEW YOUR ROSTER NOW!</li>
  770. <li>The Recharter System opens October 2, codes will not work before that date.</li>
  771. </ol>
  772. <p>Thanks – questions to your UC.<br />YIDS<br />Gordon Henley</p>
  773. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-details/">Recharter Details</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  774. ]]></content:encoded>
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  777. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  780. </item>
  781. <item>
  782. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</title>
  783. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap</link>
  784. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap/#respond</comments>
  786. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  787. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:57:52 +0000</pubDate>
  788. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1490</guid>
  789.  
  790. <description><![CDATA[<p>We had a great conversation in September with units giving updates on their policies and procedures during COVID-19 times.  In addition, we talked about retaining older youth in our troops. Your Scouts BSA Commissioner has been a bit remiss in posting slides from previous round table meetings.  Here is a link to a folder containing [&#8230;]</p>
  791. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  792. ]]></description>
  793. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  794. <p>We had a great conversation in September with units giving updates on their policies and procedures during COVID-19 times.  In addition, we talked about retaining older youth in our troops.</p>
  795. <div>Your Scouts BSA Commissioner has been a bit remiss in posting slides from previous round table meetings.  Here is a link to a folder containing the April, May, June, August and September Round Table presentations.</div>
  796. <div> </div>
  797. <div><a href="http://bit.ly/Seneca_RT">http://bit.ly/Seneca_RT</a></div>
  798. <div> </div>
  799. <div>
  800. <div dir="ltr">
  801. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  802. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  803. </div>
  804. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-recap/">Scouts BSA Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  805. ]]></content:encoded>
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  808. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  811. </item>
  812. <item>
  813. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 10</title>
  814. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-sept-10</link>
  815. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-10/#respond</comments>
  817. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  818. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
  819. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1488</guid>
  820.  
  821. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us to learn all the latest information about Cub Scouts this fall. Join Zoom Meeting


 Meeting ID: 849 9438 9824
Passcode: 450864
 One tap mobile
+13017158592,,84994389824#,,,,,,0#,,450864# US (Germantown)
+13126266799,,84994389824#,,,,,,0#,,450864# US (Chicago)
</p>
  822. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-10/">Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  823. ]]></description>
  824. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  825. <p>Join us to learn all the latest information about Cub Scouts this fall.</p>
  826. <p><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84994389824?pwd=VE9KY0pTV0REZVlyYUdMR0I3WmEvdz09">Join Zoom Meeting</a>


</p>
  827. <p>Meeting ID: 849 9438 9824
<br />Passcode: 450864
</p>
  828. <p>One tap mobile
<br />+13017158592,,84994389824#,,,,,,0#,,450864# US (Germantown)
<br />+13126266799,,84994389824#,,,,,,0#,,450864# US (Chicago)
</p>
  829. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-10/">Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  830. ]]></content:encoded>
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  836. </item>
  837. <item>
  838. <title>Recharter Training: Sept 10</title>
  839. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-sept-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-training-sept-10</link>
  840. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-sept-10/#respond</comments>
  842. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  843. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:05:39 +0000</pubDate>
  844. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1487</guid>
  845.  
  846. <description><![CDATA[<p>All &#8211; It&#8217;s that time of year again.   Recharter training link below for ALL NEW and EXPERIENCED charter processors   Bring your questions, codes should be out to Key 3 in the next few days.   System opens on 1 Oct, all packets due to your UC or me before Thanksgiving firm, we now [&#8230;]</p>
  847. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-sept-10/">Recharter Training: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  848. ]]></description>
  849. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  850. <div class="gmail_default">All &#8211; It&#8217;s that time of year again. </div>
  851. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  852. <div class="gmail_default">Recharter training link below for ALL NEW and EXPERIENCED charter processors</div>
  853. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  854. <div class="gmail_default">Bring your questions, codes should be out to Key 3 in the next few days.</div>
  855. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  856. <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-size: large"><b>System opens on 1 Oct, all packets due to your UC or me before Thanksgiving</b><i><b> firm</b></i></span>, we now expire on Dec 31st recall. </div>
  857. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  858. <div class="gmail_default">Please start reviewing your rosters and YPTs status, many YPTs have expired as the 2 year cycle has completed for the last refresh. </div>
  859. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  860. <div class="gmail_default">Have a great weekend and see you on Thursday on <span style="font-size: large"><b>Zoom, link below. <br /></b></span></div>
  861. <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-size: large"><b> </b></span></div>
  862. <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-size: large"><b><span style="font-size: small">Let me know if you have a new processor for your unit!!!!!</span></b><br /></span></div>
  863. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  864. <div class="gmail_default">YIDS</div>
  865. <div class="gmail_default">Commish<br />Gordon Henley</div>
  866. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  867. <div class="gmail_default"> </div>
  868. <div class="gmail_default"><br /><br />Topic: Recharter 2020 Training <br />Time: Sep 10, 2020 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)<br /><br /><b>Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82781809991">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82781809991</a><br /></b><br />Meeting ID: 827 8180 9991<br />One tap mobile<br />+13126266799,,82781809991# US (Chicago)<br />+16465588656,,82781809991# US (New York)<br /><br />Dial by your location<br />        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)<br />        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)<br />        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)<br />        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)<br />        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)<br />        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)<br />Meeting ID: 827 8180 9991<br />Find your local number: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kw10XEA1b">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kw10XEA1b</a></div>
  869. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-sept-10/">Recharter Training: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  876. </item>
  877. <item>
  878. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: Sept 10</title>
  879. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-sept-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-sept-10</link>
  880. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-sept-10/#respond</comments>
  882. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  883. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 01:57:55 +0000</pubDate>
  884. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1486</guid>
  885.  
  886. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our September Round Table will be held this THURSDAY, September 10th 2020 at 7:30 PM.  It will be a virtual meeting and we hope to have the meeting open by 7 or 7:15 on Thursday.   This month we will be focusing on Keeping Scouts Involved: Different advanced leadership positions, other Scouting programs: Order of [&#8230;]</p>
  887. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-sept-10/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  888. ]]></description>
  889. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  890. <p>Our September Round Table will be held this THURSDAY, September 10th 2020 at 7:30 PM.  It will be a virtual meeting and we hope to have the meeting open by 7 or 7:15 on Thursday.</p>
  891. <div> </div>
  892. <div>This month we will be focusing on Keeping Scouts Involved:
  893. <div><br />Different advanced leadership positions, other Scouting programs: Order of the Arrow,<br />Exploring, Venturing, Sea Scouts, etc.<br />Running an Engaging Program:<br />resources balancing scout involvement in planning and keeping the program engaging.<br />Thinking outside the box for activities.<br />
  894. <div> </div>
  895. <div>In particular, we will talk about activities that can be done in a &#8220;socially distanced&#8221; fashion and some ideas for monthly focus for troops for the fall.</div>
  896. <div> </div>
  897. <div>Here is the Zoom link:</div>
  898. <div> </div>
  899. <div><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/j/95927932442?pwd=Yysrb1N3ZEZCQTZ5cHJrUm9UbzB1Zz09</a> </div>
  900. <div> </div>
  901. <div>
  902. <div dir="ltr">
  903. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  904. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  905. </div>
  906. </div>
  907. </div>
  908. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-sept-10/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: Sept 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  916. <item>
  917. <title>STEMaTHON: Sept 5-6</title>
  918. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-sept-5-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stemathon-sept-5-6</link>
  919. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-sept-5-6/#respond</comments>
  921. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  922. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:27:39 +0000</pubDate>
  923. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1484</guid>
  924.  
  925. <description><![CDATA[<p>STEMaTHON is a 2 day virtual event hosted by the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s STEM Commitee, which aims to encourage exploration of STEM interests, future career opportunities and hobbies.  OverviewJoin us from September 5-6, 2020 for a STEMaTHON: Scouts Building Bridges and Feeding the World through the lens and tools of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. [&#8230;]</p>
  926. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-sept-5-6/">STEMaTHON: Sept 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  927. ]]></description>
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  929. <p><em>STEMaTHON is a 2 day virtual event hosted by the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s STEM Commitee, which aims to encourage exploration of STEM interests, future career opportunities and hobbies. </em></p>
  930. <p><u>Overview<br /></u>Join us from September 5-6, 2020 for a STEMaTHON: Scouts Building Bridges and Feeding the World through the lens and tools of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This two day event includes online workshops, keynotes, tours, presentations and even activities!</p>
  931. <p><u>How you can participate</u></p>
  932. <p>There are events for all ages!  <br />Youth in grades K-5: <br />Youth in grade 6-12: <br />Young adults up to age 21: </p>
  933. <p>The requirements to register for STEMaTHON are: <br />1.  Bring a friend!  STEMaTHON is a Great Scouting Invitational, so you must register with a friend. This can be a classmate, neighbor, grandparent, a cousin across the world, bring a friend to STEM!<br />2. <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMaTHON">Sign up</a>! The fee for the overall event is $10. If you are participating in additional sessions, you can select them as classes during registration. </p>
  934. <p><u>Activities in Advance:</u></p>
  935. <ul>
  936. <li>Merit Badges: Engineering, Inventing
  937. <ul>
  938. <li>Merit Badges will open on 8/1</li>
  939. <li>Kits will be sent (for Engineering bridges) on 8/5 (register on right and be sure to specify your mailing address)</li>
  940. <li>The Engineering bridge competition &amp; Inventing showcases will be streamed live on Saturday, per the schedule below. </li>
  941. </ul>
  942. </li>
  943. <li>Rube Goldberg Machines: 
  944. <ul>
  945. <li>Design and execute Rube Goldberg Machine that rolls a can of food a distance of at least 1 foot, film your creation and send the video in to our channel! Details attached to the right. </li>
  946. </ul>
  947. </li>
  948. </ul>
  949. <p><u>Scheduled Events:</u></p>
  950. <p><strong>Saturday: Building Bridges<br /></strong>10AM : Welcome Keynote<br />11AM : STEM Careers Conference </p>
  951. <ul>
  952. <li>Mr. Paul MacDonald offers insight into the world of Architectural Engineering</li>
  953. </ul>
  954. <p>12PM : BakeOff<br />1PM : Bridges Competition | LIVE testing of scouts&#8217; bridges! <br />3PM : Inventions Showcase<br />3:30 PM : Nova &amp; Supernova Kick-Off &amp; Information Session | For Cubs &amp; Scouts BSA</p>
  955. <ul>
  956. <li>Dr. Jason Kralj will hold a ZOOM breakout to kick-off the Cubs Supernovas (Alvarez &amp; Townes Awards)</li>
  957. <li>Mr. Bruce Donlin will hold a ZOOM breakout to share how to get started with Scouts BSA Novas!</li>
  958. </ul>
  959. <p>5PM : <a href="https://www.stemscouts.org/">STEM Scouts</a> | Season 6 Info Session<br />6:30 PM: STEM Innovator Moment</p>
  960. <ul>
  961. <li>&#8220;Rockets and Airplanes, 30 years at NASA&#8221; with Mr. Tony Springer</li>
  962. </ul>
  963. <p>8PM: Astronomy Activity</p>
  964. <p><strong>Sunday: Feeding the World</strong></p>
  965. <p>10AM : WELCOME <br />11AM : Keynotes: Feeding the World<br />12PM : Cooking Chemistry<br />1PM : Einstein&#8217;s Science Fair<br />2PM : Feeding The World: Rube Goldberg Machines<br />4PM : Bees and Q&amp;A<br />5PM : STEMaTHON Awards</p>
  966. <p><strong>Questions? Email us: <a href="mailto:stem@ncacbsa.org">stem@ncacbsa.org</a> </strong></p>
  967. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-sept-5-6/">STEMaTHON: Sept 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  975. <item>
  976. <title>5th Annual Prepared. For Life. Virtual Gala: October 14</title>
  977. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/5th-annual-prepared-for-life-virtual-gala-october-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=5th-annual-prepared-for-life-virtual-gala-october-14</link>
  978. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/5th-annual-prepared-for-life-virtual-gala-october-14/#respond</comments>
  980. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  981. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:14:24 +0000</pubDate>
  982. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1483</guid>
  983.  
  984. <description><![CDATA[<p>2020 Prepared. For. Life. Gala October 14 Reception: 6:00-6:30pmProgram:  6:30-7:30pm Please join our friends and fellow colleagues for the 5th Annual Prepared. For Life Gala. On Wednesday, October 14th, we will honor those who have served on the front lines during the pandemic. This year, we have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Anthony Fauci as [&#8230;]</p>
  985. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/5th-annual-prepared-for-life-virtual-gala-october-14/">5th Annual Prepared. For Life. Virtual Gala: October 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  986. ]]></description>
  987. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  988. <p>2020 Prepared. For. Life. Gala</p>
  989. <p>October 14</p>
  990. <p>Reception: 6:00-6:30pm<br />Program:  6:30-7:30pm</p>
  991. <p>Please join our friends and fellow colleagues for the 5th Annual Prepared. For Life Gala. On Wednesday, October 14th, we will honor those who have served on the front lines during the pandemic. This year, we have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Anthony Fauci as our keynote speaker and Citizen of the Year Award recipient.</p>
  992. <p>These individuals and their contributions through their industries, have been instrumental throughout the pandemic. While the changing nature of the local threat has and may continue to necessitate changes to in person gatherings, Scouting’s programs have continued and become more valuable and necessary than ever.</p>
  993. <p>To learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the 5th Annual Prepared. For Life Gala or for more information please visit <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=265955&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fncacbsa.org%2Fannual-gala.%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3D2020%2BGala&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=0ed28000dd3d4a91dba7138c616df761679d58d161bbd7f5de984e047d5d48bb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ncacbsa.org/annual-gala.</a></p>
  994. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/5th-annual-prepared-for-life-virtual-gala-october-14/">5th Annual Prepared. For Life. Virtual Gala: October 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  995. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1002. <item>
  1003. <title>Family Fun Fest: Sept 12</title>
  1004. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-sept-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=family-fun-fest-sept-12</link>
  1005. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-sept-12/#respond</comments>
  1007. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1008. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:10:45 +0000</pubDate>
  1009. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1481</guid>
  1010.  
  1011. <description><![CDATA[<p>This event is designed to be an opportunity to invite families not yet in Scouting to check things out.  For your units, this is a perfect opportunity to engage in a fun morning.  For interested families, this is a &#8220;don&#8217;t miss&#8221; opportunity to see what Cub Scouting is all about. Family Fun Fest! Stream it [&#8230;]</p>
  1012. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-sept-12/">Family Fun Fest: Sept 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1013. ]]></description>
  1014. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1015. <p>This event is designed to be an opportunity to invite families not yet in Scouting to check things out.  For your units, this is a perfect opportunity to engage in a fun morning.  For interested families, this is a &#8220;don&#8217;t miss&#8221; opportunity to see what Cub Scouting is all about.</p>
  1016. <p>Family Fun Fest! Stream it live on Facebook Sept. 12 at 11am. Virtual activities and special guests. See what Cub Scouting is all about! All families welcome!<br />scouting.org/familyfunfest #FamilyFunFest</p>
  1017. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-sept-12/">Family Fun Fest: Sept 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1018. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1025. <item>
  1026. <title>Camp Fire Sing-A-Long: August 27</title>
  1027. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-fire-sing-a-long-august-27/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camp-fire-sing-a-long-august-27</link>
  1028. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-fire-sing-a-long-august-27/#respond</comments>
  1030. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1031. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 04:12:17 +0000</pubDate>
  1032. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1480</guid>
  1033.  
  1034. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC’s second all-council Campfire will be August 27–Sing-a-longstyle. Hosted by the Order of the Arrow. We expect we’ll all be in our own key and probably off a little in time, but who cares? We’re singing. Special guest from Golden Gate Area Council, Mike Fujimoto–get a kazoo and sing “Scouting Thunder” with Fuji and friends! [&#8230;]</p>
  1035. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-fire-sing-a-long-august-27/">Camp Fire Sing-A-Long: August 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1036. ]]></description>
  1037. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1038. <p>NCAC’s second all-council Campfire will be August 27–Sing-a-longstyle. Hosted by the Order of the Arrow. We expect we’ll all be in our own key and probably off a little in time, but who cares? We’re singing. Special guest from Golden Gate Area Council, Mike Fujimoto–get a kazoo and sing “Scouting Thunder” with Fuji and friends! We can’t forget old favorites like Dum Dum Da Da and the Philmont Hymn.</p>
  1039. <p>7-9pm</p>
  1040. <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/592253024989999">Facebook link</a></p>
  1041. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-fire-sing-a-long-august-27/">Camp Fire Sing-A-Long: August 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1042. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1049. <item>
  1050. <title>NCAC Virtual Court of Honor: October 24</title>
  1051. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24</link>
  1052. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24/#respond</comments>
  1054. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1055. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 03:40:20 +0000</pubDate>
  1056. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1479</guid>
  1057.  
  1058. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s the first ever council-wide Virtual Court of Honor. Join us as we honor Council and District Scouters and Scouts for their achievements of the Silver Beaver and NCAC Lifetime Achievement Award. 2020 Class of Silver Beavers honoring Julia Mae-Shen Lesko, for her countless years in Scouting. Pre-registration is highly recommended. ncacbsa.org/CoH2020 Saturday, October 247:30-9:00pm</p>
  1059. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24/">NCAC Virtual Court of Honor: October 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1060. ]]></description>
  1061. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1062. <p>It&#8217;s the first ever council-wide Virtual Court of Honor. Join us as we honor Council and District Scouters and Scouts for their achievements of the Silver Beaver and NCAC Lifetime Achievement Award. 2020 Class of Silver Beavers honoring Julia Mae-Shen Lesko, for her countless years in Scouting. Pre-registration is highly recommended. <a href="http://ncacbsa.org/CoH2020">ncacbsa.org/CoH2020</a></p>
  1063. <p>Saturday, October 24<br />7:30-9:00pm</p>
  1064. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24/">NCAC Virtual Court of Honor: October 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1065. ]]></content:encoded>
  1067. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-court-of-honor-october-24/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  1072. <item>
  1073. <title>NIH Virtual Preparedness Fair: August 26</title>
  1074. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-virtual-preparedness-fair-august-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nih-virtual-preparedness-fair-august-26</link>
  1075. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-virtual-preparedness-fair-august-26/#respond</comments>
  1077. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1078. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 03:34:06 +0000</pubDate>
  1079. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1478</guid>
  1080.  
  1081. <description><![CDATA[<p>The National Institutes of Health / National Cancer Institute will be hosting a virtual Preparedness Fair on Wednesday, August 26th. The link to the fair is: https://events.cancer.gov/emps/preparednessfair The fair will have presentations on Anti-Bullying Training For Kids, Keeping Children Safe Online, and Disaster Preparedness. Additionally the web site has a Scouting Specific &#8220;Scouting and Exploration Corner&#8221; with [&#8230;]</p>
  1082. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-virtual-preparedness-fair-august-26/">NIH Virtual Preparedness Fair: August 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1083. ]]></description>
  1084. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1085. <p>The National Institutes of Health / National Cancer Institute will be hosting a virtual Preparedness Fair on Wednesday, August 26th.</p>
  1086. <p>The link to the fair is: <a href="https://events.cancer.gov/emps/preparednessfair">https://events.cancer.gov/emps/preparednessfair</a></p>
  1087. <p>The fair will have presentations on Anti-Bullying Training For Kids, Keeping Children Safe Online, and Disaster Preparedness.</p>
  1088. <p>Additionally the web site has a Scouting Specific &#8220;Scouting and Exploration Corner&#8221; with resources for kids from K to 12 grade.</p>
  1089. <p>The Scouts BSA section has information resources for the following Merit Badges &#8211; First Aid, Emergency Preparedness, Fire Safety, Safety, and Cyber Chip.<br /><br />The Girl Scouts section has information resources for the following badges &#8211; Girl Power, First Aid, and Cyber Security.</p>
  1090. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-virtual-preparedness-fair-august-26/">NIH Virtual Preparedness Fair: August 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1091. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1098. <item>
  1099. <title>Introducing Cub Scout  Adventures Video Resources</title>
  1100. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introducing-cub-scout-adventures-video-resources/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=introducing-cub-scout-adventures-video-resources</link>
  1101. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introducing-cub-scout-adventures-video-resources/#respond</comments>
  1103. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1104. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 03:30:03 +0000</pubDate>
  1105. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1477</guid>
  1106.  
  1107. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources will be a collection of resources for Den programing which will help Scouts see new things and meet new people through videos recorded throughout the nation. Whether your units are meeting virtually, in person, or some mix, Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources will be there to help our Scouts. We [&#8230;]</p>
  1108. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introducing-cub-scout-adventures-video-resources/">Introducing Cub Scout  Adventures Video Resources</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1109. ]]></description>
  1110. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1111. <p>Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources will be a collection of resources for Den programing which will help Scouts see new things and meet new people through videos recorded throughout the nation. Whether your units are meeting virtually, in person, or some mix, Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources will be there to help our Scouts.</p>
  1112. <p>We need your help though! Cub Scouts are depending on our Den leaders to have safe, fun, and engaging program and Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources should be part of it. We need to make sure every Pack and Den is using these resources which will promote good programing, advancement, and retention. These resources will be found on Scoutbook. While many units are on Scoutbook still many are not. If your Units are not using Scoutbook, click <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1ae24b4c,be6e28c,be6f6d4">here</a> to learn about how to get started. Please as you continue to help serve units please remind our Pack and Den Leaders of the resources available to help.</p>
  1113. <p>You can find the Cub Scout Adventures Video Resources posted here: <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1ae24b4c,be6e28c,be6f6d5">http://www.scouting.org/DLvideos</a><br /><br />In addition, we are hosting live trainings on August 31, and September 14th. Register for one of the trainings below. Please help promote these training opportunities to your units! <br /><br />August 31st: <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1ae24b4c,be6e28c,be6f6d6">REGISTER</a> <br />September 14th: <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1ae24b4c,be6e28c,be6f6d7">REGISTER</a><br /><br />Yours In Scouting,<br />Cub Scout Adventures Video Team</p>
  1114. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introducing-cub-scout-adventures-video-resources/">Introducing Cub Scout  Adventures Video Resources</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1122. <item>
  1123. <title>Council Virtual Roundtable: September 2</title>
  1124. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-virtual-roundtable-september-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=council-virtual-roundtable-september-2</link>
  1125. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-virtual-roundtable-september-2/#respond</comments>
  1127. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1128. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 03:21:33 +0000</pubDate>
  1129. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1476</guid>
  1130.  
  1131. <description><![CDATA[<p>NEW DATE for Council Virtual Roundtable &#8211; Wednesday, September 2, 2020, 7 pm &#8211; 830pm Please push the information out to your leaders in your District &#8211; There is a flyer to forward along with registration details Register in advance for this meeting:https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAudeupqDkiEtbZSbBCcQ7iuaVszJ-da3zX  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the [&#8230;]</p>
  1132. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-virtual-roundtable-september-2/">Council Virtual Roundtable: September 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1133. ]]></description>
  1134. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1135. <p>NEW DATE for Council Virtual Roundtable &#8211; Wednesday, September 2, 2020, 7 pm &#8211; 830pm <br /><br />Please push the information out to your leaders in your District &#8211; There is a flyer to forward along with registration details<br /><br />Register in advance for this meeting:<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAudeupqDkiEtbZSbBCcQ7iuaVszJ-da3zX" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAudeupqDkiEtbZSbBCcQ7iuaVszJ-da3zX</a> <br /> <br />After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.<br /><br />Our agenda was to cover last-minute help with recruiting and retention, but we will also discuss what your leaders may be looking for from a Council level Roundtable in the upcoming year and the long term.<br /><br />Thanks for all you are doing in Scouting &amp; Commissioner Service!<br />George Costigan &#8211; ACC, Roundtables</p>
  1136. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-virtual-roundtable-september-2/">Council Virtual Roundtable: September 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1137. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1144. <item>
  1145. <title>Pinewood Derby Results</title>
  1146. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-results/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pinewood-derby-results</link>
  1147. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-results/#respond</comments>
  1149. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1150. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:56:20 +0000</pubDate>
  1151. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1473</guid>
  1152.  
  1153. <description><![CDATA[<p>Racer Families, Scout Volunteers, and Friends,   Saturday&#8217;s District Pinewood Derby was a great success! And Congratulations to everybody…you are ALL winners!!    On behalf of our Derby Team we want to thank the 40 families and other Scout volunteers who Zoomed in to watch the race. We had 33 cars in the race from 8 Packs.  Everyone who participated [&#8230;]</p>
  1154. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-results/">Pinewood Derby Results</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1157. <div>Racer Families, Scout Volunteers, and Friends,</div>
  1158. <div> </div>
  1159. <div>Saturday&#8217;s District Pinewood Derby was a great success! And Congratulations to everybody…you are ALL winners!! </div>
  1160. <div> </div>
  1161. <div>On behalf of our Derby Team we want to thank the 40 families and other Scout volunteers who Zoomed in to watch the race. We had 33 cars in the race from 8 Packs.  Everyone who participated will get a patch.</div>
  1162. <div> </div>
  1163. <div>A big thank you to Mark Brady and Chris Rauch who managed all the cars, the car weigh-ins, loading the car information into the racing software, setting up the track, paraphernalia, and timer software. Hunter Shelley was our awesome race announcer, track helpers, and main contact for getting us Mission BBQ. Pam Pagnotta managed the Zoom connection and cameras. Kurt Brandenburg was the runner to move the cars from the finish line to the staging area. Liz Brandenburg organized the registration and racer information, worked the chat room, Zoom layout, and other cameras. We kept our social distance and wore masks. This busy team was a joy to work with.</div>
  1164. <div> </div>
  1165. <div>A special note about the venue: We were so excited that we were offered the party room from Mission BBQ (Germantown) free of charge. They allowed us to set the track up Friday evening, test all the equipment, and Zoom connections without having to worry about weather conditions or security for the equipment. For Mission BBQ’s support, we encourage all of you to stop by the Germantown location (19800 Century Boulevard, Germantown, MD 20874) and thank them by your patronage.  Be sure to let them know you are Scouts and how you enjoyed the Derby Race.</div>
  1166. <div> </div>
  1167. <div>Now that the racing is over you might want to know when you can pick up your car. We’d like some time to get all the trophies, awards, and patches received so we can include them in your pickup. I will let you know when everything is ready to go. As always, we appreciate your patience.</div>
  1168. <div> </div>
  1169. <div>Liz Brandenburg</div>
  1170. <div>Activities &amp; Civic Service</div>
  1171. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-results/">Pinewood Derby Results</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1179. <item>
  1180. <title>Virtual Leave No Trace Trainer Course – BSA Outdoor Ethics: Sept 14-19</title>
  1181. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-leave-no-trace-trainer-course-bsa-outdoor-ethics-sept-14-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-leave-no-trace-trainer-course-bsa-outdoor-ethics-sept-14-19</link>
  1182. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-leave-no-trace-trainer-course-bsa-outdoor-ethics-sept-14-19/#respond</comments>
  1184. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1185. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:47:50 +0000</pubDate>
  1186. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1467</guid>
  1187.  
  1188. <description><![CDATA[<p>What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults to serve as Leave No Trace Trainers and youth aged 14+ to [&#8230;]</p>
  1189. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-leave-no-trace-trainer-course-bsa-outdoor-ethics-sept-14-19/">Virtual Leave No Trace Trainer Course – BSA Outdoor Ethics: Sept 14-19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1195. <p><strong>What is the purpose of this class?</strong> The Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults to serve as Leave No Trace Trainers and youth aged 14+ to serve their units as Outdoor Ethics Guides. Every unit should have at least one individual who has completed the Leave No Trace Trainer course. We recommend that Scouts complete this course before serving in the troop Outdoor Ethics Guide position.</p>
  1196. <p><strong>What will I learn?</strong> This course is designed to enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and outdoor ethics, and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills. This class is both active and highly interactive. On completion of this course, participants will be qualified to lead activities to award the BSA Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award patch and the NCAC Outdoor Ethics Awareness patch for Cub Scouts. Students will receive Leave No Trace teaching materials, a certificate of course completion, a Leave No Trace Trainer lapel pin and patch, and a BSA training card.</p>
  1197. <p><strong>Cost:</strong> $60 per person</p>
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  1202. <p>2020 Program Year Courses<br /><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-virtual3">September 14 – 19 – Virtual Course</a> &lt;- Register here</p>
  1203. <p>More to come, please stay tuned</p>
  1204. </div>
  1205. </div>
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  1207. </div>
  1208. </div>
  1209. </div>
  1210. </div>
  1211. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-leave-no-trace-trainer-course-bsa-outdoor-ethics-sept-14-19/">Virtual Leave No Trace Trainer Course – BSA Outdoor Ethics: Sept 14-19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1219. <item>
  1220. <title>Merit Badge @ Home is BACK</title>
  1221. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-home-is-back/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=merit-badge-home-is-back</link>
  1222. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-home-is-back/#respond</comments>
  1224. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1225. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:42:02 +0000</pubDate>
  1226. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1465</guid>
  1227.  
  1228. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are so happy to announce the Merit Badge @ Home program will resume this month and continue offering monthly sessions throughout 2020! Beginning August 17, with the assistance of our amazing merit badge counselors, NCAC will provide our youth the opportunity to grow, learn and advance in the comfort of their own homes! Although [&#8230;]</p>
  1229. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-home-is-back/">Merit Badge @ Home is BACK</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1230. ]]></description>
  1231. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1232. <p>We are so happy to announce the Merit Badge @ Home program will resume this month and continue offering monthly sessions throughout 2020! Beginning August 17, with the assistance of our amazing merit badge counselors, NCAC will provide our youth the opportunity to grow, learn and advance in the comfort of their own homes!</p>
  1233. <p>Although the guidelines for in-person meetings remain stagnant, we will continue to help Troops, Crews, and Ships continue their program while continuing to practice social distancing.</p>
  1234. <p>If your Scout is interested merit badges such as law, american heritage or journalism, sign up for the <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=265228&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-MBHAug&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=42ddaef61623e4ca9cc4a614677ddf12d94c0d946146f7e48e66b030ffd1bf01" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Merit Badge @ Home program</a> today! To learn more ways to help your Scout grow, learn and advance please visit the <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=265228&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fncacbsa.org%2Fsummer%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DScouting%2Bat%2BHome%2BAugust%2B7&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=d54e8c8d58b885c946691589ef89e097ced6abb114547ab67cf226a79274806f" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NCAC Summer Adventure page</a>. For more NCAC events and stories, check out the links below!</p>
  1235. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-home-is-back/">Merit Badge @ Home is BACK</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1243. <item>
  1244. <title>Online Popcorn Sales &#8211; Free Shipping &#8211; 8/11-15</title>
  1245. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/online-popcorn-sales-free-shipping-8-11-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=online-popcorn-sales-free-shipping-8-11-15</link>
  1246. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/online-popcorn-sales-free-shipping-8-11-15/#respond</comments>
  1248. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1249. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
  1250. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1464</guid>
  1251.  
  1252. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC Popcorn Leadership &#38; Scouting Families Call your families &#38; friends to share this short term opportunity! To date NCAC has recorded total online sales of $87,000 since July 1st, with 65% of those sales coming during a free shipping promotional weekend. Because of the exceptional results from those free shipping promotions, NCAC will begin [&#8230;]</p>
  1253. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/online-popcorn-sales-free-shipping-8-11-15/">Online Popcorn Sales &#8211; Free Shipping &#8211; 8/11-15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1254. ]]></description>
  1255. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1256. <p>NCAC Popcorn Leadership &amp; Scouting Families</p>
  1257. <p>Call your families &amp; friends to share this short term opportunity!</p>
  1258. <p>To date NCAC has recorded total online sales of $87,000 since July 1st, with 65% of those sales coming during a free shipping promotional weekend. Because of the exceptional results from those free shipping promotions, NCAC will begin at 8:00PM EDT Tuesday, August 11 to offer free shipping for all online orders over $30. The promotion will conclude at 8:00PM EST on Friday, August, 15.</p>
  1259. <p>NCAC will pay shipping/handling of $7.99 for the first item per ord<span class="gmail-text_exposed_show">er plus $0.99 per additional item for orders $30 and higher. The shipping/handling costs for bundles is based on the number of items in the bundle.</span></p>
  1260. <div class="gmail-text_exposed_show">
  1261. <p>Customer will pay shipping/handling of $7.99 for the first item per order plus $0.99 per additional item for orders less than $30.</p>
  1262. </div>
  1263. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/online-popcorn-sales-free-shipping-8-11-15/">Online Popcorn Sales &#8211; Free Shipping &#8211; 8/11-15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1264. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1271. <item>
  1272. <title>Special Edition Council Patch Honoring the retired Air Force Brigadier General Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee</title>
  1273. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/special-edition-council-patch-honoring-the-retired-air-force-brigadier-general-tuskegee-airman-charles-mcgee/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=special-edition-council-patch-honoring-the-retired-air-force-brigadier-general-tuskegee-airman-charles-mcgee</link>
  1274. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/special-edition-council-patch-honoring-the-retired-air-force-brigadier-general-tuskegee-airman-charles-mcgee/#respond</comments>
  1276. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1277. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:32:47 +0000</pubDate>
  1278. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1463</guid>
  1279.  
  1280. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC is delighted to announce CSCI, a nationally recognized consulting, enterprise IT, and financial management firm, will sponsor a special edition council shoulder patch honoring retired Air Force Brigadier General Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee. https://councilstuff.com/082-featured The patch will honor the Tuskegee Airman’s legacy and life spent embodying the ideals of the Scout Oath and Law! [&#8230;]</p>
  1281. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/special-edition-council-patch-honoring-the-retired-air-force-brigadier-general-tuskegee-airman-charles-mcgee/">Special Edition Council Patch Honoring the retired Air Force Brigadier General Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1282. ]]></description>
  1283. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1284. <p>NCAC is delighted to announce CSCI, a nationally recognized consulting, enterprise IT, and financial management firm, will sponsor a special edition council shoulder patch honoring retired Air Force Brigadier General Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee. <a class="autolinked" href="https://councilstuff.com/082-featured" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-behavior="truncate">https://councilstuff.com/082-featured</a> The patch will honor the Tuskegee Airman’s legacy and life spent embodying the ideals of the Scout Oath and Law! Learn more about Bri. Gen. McGee’s story and order your patch today!<br /><br /><a href="https://weownadventure.com/boy-scouts-honor-tuskegee-airman-with-special-edition-council-shoulder-patch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://weownadventure.com/boy-scouts-honor-tuskegee-airman-with-special-edition-council-shoulder-patch/</a></p>
  1285. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/special-edition-council-patch-honoring-the-retired-air-force-brigadier-general-tuskegee-airman-charles-mcgee/">Special Edition Council Patch Honoring the retired Air Force Brigadier General Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1294. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: August 13</title>
  1295. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-august-13</link>
  1296. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-13/#respond</comments>
  1298. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1299. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:08:40 +0000</pubDate>
  1300. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1462</guid>
  1301.  
  1302. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cubs are meeting separately from Scouts BSA this month &#8211; so join us for our little discussion.   Topic: Cub Scout RoundtableTime: Aug 13, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88513599443 Meeting ID: 885 1359 9443One tap mobile+13017158592,,88513599443# US (Germantown)+16465588656,,88513599443# US (New York) Dial by your location        +1 [&#8230;]</p>
  1303. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1305. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1306. <div>Cubs are meeting separately from Scouts BSA this month &#8211; so join us for our little discussion.</div>
  1307. <div> </div>
  1308. <div class="gmail_default">Topic: Cub Scout Roundtable<br />Time: Aug 13, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)<br /><br />Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88513599443">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88513599443</a><br /><br />Meeting ID: 885 1359 9443<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,88513599443# US (Germantown)<br />+16465588656,,88513599443# US (New York)<br /><br />Dial by your location<br />        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)<br />        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)<br />        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)<br />        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)<br />        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)<br />        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)<br />Meeting ID: 885 1359 9443<br />Find your local number: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcM58JbCZa">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcM58JbCZa</a></div>
  1309. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1318. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</title>
  1319. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13-2</link>
  1320. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13-2/#respond</comments>
  1322. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1323. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:05:33 +0000</pubDate>
  1324. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1461</guid>
  1325.  
  1326. <description><![CDATA[<p>We hope everyone had a busy and productive summer.  Although our activities may have been virtual, the weather sure wasn&#8217;t.   At this month&#8217;s Scouts BSA Roundtable Meeting, we will catch up with units to see how their virtual summer camp trips went. What worked, and what didn&#8217;t.  We will also talk about recruitment in these [&#8230;]</p>
  1327. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13-2/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1329. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1330. <p>We hope everyone had a busy and productive summer.  Although our activities may have been virtual, the weather sure wasn&#8217;t.  </p>
  1331. <p>At this month&#8217;s Scouts BSA Roundtable Meeting, we will catch up with units to see how their virtual summer camp trips went. What worked, and what didn&#8217;t.  We will also talk about recruitment in these &#8220;virtual&#8221; times.  </p>
  1332. <div>
  1333. <h3>Scouts BSA August Roundtable</h3>
  1334. <p>Thursday, August 13<br />7:30-9pm</p>
  1335. <p>Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F89701668896%3Fpwd%3DSzZiamh3UDc1MkE3WTRDWUM5dzRvQT09&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;usd=2&amp;usg=AOvVaw16K0889j0WjOo9Jc0jjyfZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89701668896?pwd=SzZiamh3UDc1MkE3WTRDWUM5dzRvQT09</a><br /><br />Meeting ID: 897 0166 8896<br />Passcode: 244446<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,89701668896#,,,,,,0#,,244446# US (Germantown)<br />+13126266799,,89701668896#,,,,,,0#,,244446# US (Chicago)<br /><br />Dial by your location<br />        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)<br />        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)<br />        +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)<br />        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)<br />        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)<br />        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)<br />Meeting ID: 897 0166 8896<br />Passcode: 244446<br />Find your local number: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fu%2FkKFqn8rlO&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;usd=2&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Lg9BH8P8AlcQQAcS463uG" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kKFqn8rlO</a></p>
  1336. </div>
  1337. <div>Thanks for all that you do,
  1338. <div dir="ltr">&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouts BSA Round Table Commissioner)<br />
  1339. <div>
  1340. <div>&#8211;Conrad Maillia (Seneca District Scouts BSA Assistant Round Table Commissioner)</div>
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  1342. </div>
  1343. </div>
  1344. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13-2/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1345. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1352. <item>
  1353. <title>STEMaTHON: September 5-6</title>
  1354. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-september-5-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stemathon-september-5-6</link>
  1355. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-september-5-6/#respond</comments>
  1357. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1358. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 02:31:28 +0000</pubDate>
  1359. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1458</guid>
  1360.  
  1361. <description><![CDATA[<p>STEMaTHON is a 2 day virtual event hosted by the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s STEM Committee, which aims to encourage exploration of STEM interests, future career opportunities and hobbies.  OverviewJoin us from September 5-6, 2020 for a STEMaTHON: Scouts Building Bridges and Feeding the World through the lens and tools of science, technology, engineering and [&#8230;]</p>
  1362. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-september-5-6/">STEMaTHON: September 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1363. ]]></description>
  1364. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1365. <p>STEMaTHON is a 2 day virtual event hosted by the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s STEM Committee, which aims to encourage exploration of STEM interests, future career opportunities and hobbies. </p>
  1366. <p><strong>Overview</strong><br />Join us from September 5-6, 2020 for a STEMaTHON: Scouts Building Bridges and Feeding the World through the lens and tools of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This two day event includes online workshops, keynotes, tours, presentations and even activities!<br /><br /><strong>How you can participate</strong><br />There are events for all ages!  <br />Youth in grades K-5: <br />Youth in grade 6-12: <br />Young adults up to age 21: </p>
  1367. <p><strong>The requirements to register for STEMaTHON are: </strong><br />1.  Bring a friend!  STEMaTHON is a Great Scouting Invitational, so you must register with a friend. This can be a classmate, neighbor, grandparent, a cousin across the world, bring a friend to STEM!<br />2. Sign up! The fee for the overall event is $10. If you are participating in additional sessions, you can select them as classes during registration. <br />Activities in Advance:<br />• Merit Badges: Engineering, Inventing<br />◦ Merit Badges will open on 8/1<br />◦ Kits will be sent (for Engineering bridges) on 8/5<br />◦ The Engineering bridge competition &amp; Inventing showcases will be streamed live on Saturday, per the schedule below. <br />• Rube Goldberg Machines: <br />◦ Design and execute Rube Goldberg Machine that rolls a can of food a distance of at least 1 foot, film your creation and send the video in to our channel!</p>
  1368. <p><strong>Scheduled Events:</strong><br /><strong>Saturday</strong>: Building Bridges<br />10AM : Welcome Keynote<br />11AM : STEM Careers Conference<br />12PM : Bake Off<br />1PM : Bridges Competition <br />3PM : Inventions Showcase<br />4PM : Electronics Competition<br />5PM : STEM Scouts | Season 6 Kickoff <br />6PM: STEM Innovator Moment<br />7PM: Bloopers Reel<br />8PM: Aero Game Hour<br />9PM: Astronomy Activity<br /><strong>Sunday</strong>: Feeding the World<br />10AM : WELCOME <br />11AM : Keynotes: Feeding the World<br />12PM : Cooking Chemistry<br />1PM : Einstein&#8217;s Science Fair<br />2PM : Feeding The World: Rube Goldberg Machines<br />4PM : Bees and Q&amp;A<br />5PM : STEMaTHON Awards<br /> <br />Questions? Email us: <a href="mailto:stem@ncacbsa.org">stem@ncacbsa.org</a> <br /><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMaTHON">Registration is Open</a></p>
  1369. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stemathon-september-5-6/">STEMaTHON: September 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1370. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1376. </item>
  1377. <item>
  1378. <title>Family Fun Fest: August 8</title>
  1379. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-august-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=family-fun-fest-august-8</link>
  1380. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-august-8/#respond</comments>
  1382. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1383. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 02:23:42 +0000</pubDate>
  1384. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1456</guid>
  1385.  
  1386. <description><![CDATA[<p>https://www.scouting.org/familyfunfest/?fbclid=IwAR0b-yEfQZZ3fhRtG7A8KWCGmJz6B_OUSzFQ0VclB3ebyWPYe3cc3kPeyho</p>
  1387. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-august-8/">Family Fun Fest: August 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1388. ]]></description>
  1389. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1390. <p>https://www.scouting.org/familyfunfest/?fbclid=IwAR0b-yEfQZZ3fhRtG7A8KWCGmJz6B_OUSzFQ0VclB3ebyWPYe3cc3kPeyho</p>
  1391. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-fun-fest-august-8/">Family Fun Fest: August 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1392. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1398. </item>
  1399. <item>
  1400. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</title>
  1401. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13</link>
  1402. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13/#respond</comments>
  1404. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1405. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 02:20:20 +0000</pubDate>
  1406. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1455</guid>
  1407.  
  1408. <description><![CDATA[<p>We hope everyone had a busy and productive summer.  Although our activities may have been virtual, the weather sure wasn&#8217;t.   At this month&#8217;s Scouts BSA Roundtable Meeting, we will catch up with units to see how their virtual summer camp trips went. What worked, and what didn&#8217;t.  We will also talk about recruitment in these [&#8230;]</p>
  1409. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1410. ]]></description>
  1411. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1412. <p>We hope everyone had a busy and productive summer.  Although our activities may have been virtual, the weather sure wasn&#8217;t.  </p>
  1413. <div>At this month&#8217;s Scouts BSA Roundtable Meeting, we will catch up with units to see how their virtual summer camp trips went. What worked, and what didn&#8217;t.  We will also talk about recruitment in these &#8220;virtual&#8221; times.  </div>
  1414. <div> </div>
  1415. <div>Zoom link to be provided in next week&#8217;s Newsflash.</div>
  1416. <div> </div>
  1417. <div>Thanks for all that you do,
  1418. <div dir="ltr">&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouts BSA Round Table Commissioner)<br />
  1419. <div>
  1420. <div>&#8211;Conrad Maillia (Seneca District Scouts BSA Assistant Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  1421. </div>
  1422. </div>
  1423. </div>
  1424. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-august-13/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: August 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1425. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1432. <item>
  1433. <title>Friends of Scouting Progress</title>
  1434. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-progress/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=friends-of-scouting-progress</link>
  1435. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-progress/#respond</comments>
  1437. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1438. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 02:18:11 +0000</pubDate>
  1439. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1454</guid>
  1440.  
  1441. <description><![CDATA[<p>Currently Seneca District has achieved 90% of its Friends of Scouting goal for 2020.  Over the next week, we will be contacting units that had their Friends of Scouting presentations canceled earlier this year in order to schedule &#8220;Virtual Presentations&#8221;  Our Council has a short virtual presentation that we can use at one of your [&#8230;]</p>
  1442. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-progress/">Friends of Scouting Progress</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1443. ]]></description>
  1444. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1445. <p>Currently Seneca District has achieved 90% of its Friends of Scouting goal for 2020.  Over the next week, we will be contacting units that had their Friends of Scouting presentations canceled earlier this year in order to schedule &#8220;Virtual Presentations&#8221;  Our Council has a short virtual presentation that we can use at one of your unit or parent meetings.  If we can collect $750 from each unit, then we can achieve our goal  for this year. </p>
  1446. <div>If you have any questions, please let me know via email: <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a><br />
  1447. <div> </div>
  1448. <div>
  1449. <div dir="ltr">
  1450. <div dir="ltr">
  1451. <div dir="ltr">Thanks for all that you do.<br />&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</div>
  1452. </div>
  1453. </div>
  1454. </div>
  1455. </div>
  1456. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-progress/">Friends of Scouting Progress</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1457. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1463. </item>
  1464. <item>
  1465. <title>Scout Talk Videos Are Now Available to Help Invite Kids to Join a Unit</title>
  1466. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-talk-videos-are-now-available-to-help-invite-kids-to-join-a-unit/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scout-talk-videos-are-now-available-to-help-invite-kids-to-join-a-unit</link>
  1467. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-talk-videos-are-now-available-to-help-invite-kids-to-join-a-unit/#respond</comments>
  1469. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1470. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 03:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
  1471. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1452</guid>
  1472.  
  1473. <description><![CDATA[<p>From BSA Brand Center</p>
  1474. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-talk-videos-are-now-available-to-help-invite-kids-to-join-a-unit/">Scout Talk Videos Are Now Available to Help Invite Kids to Join a Unit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1475. ]]></description>
  1476. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1477. <p>From <a href="https://scouting.webdamdb.com/bp/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer7222020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=#/lightbox/1411584/">BSA Brand Center</a></p>
  1478. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-talk-videos-are-now-available-to-help-invite-kids-to-join-a-unit/">Scout Talk Videos Are Now Available to Help Invite Kids to Join a Unit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1479. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1486. <item>
  1487. <title>BSA Incident Reporting with COVID-19 Update</title>
  1488. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-incident-reporting-with-covid-19-update/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bsa-incident-reporting-with-covid-19-update</link>
  1489. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-incident-reporting-with-covid-19-update/#respond</comments>
  1491. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1492. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 02:58:17 +0000</pubDate>
  1493. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1451</guid>
  1494.  
  1495. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Unit Key Three Members: Keeping our Scouts healthy during the ongoing pandemic includes reporting of potential exposure to COVID-19 at Scouting events. Prompt notification helps us reduce the spread of disease to other Scouts, and ensures families receive any assistance they require. Please report any known or suspected exposures using the BSA Incident Reporting [&#8230;]</p>
  1496. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-incident-reporting-with-covid-19-update/">BSA Incident Reporting with COVID-19 Update</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1497. ]]></description>
  1498. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1499. <p>Dear Unit Key Three Members:</p>
  1500. <p>Keeping our Scouts healthy during the ongoing pandemic includes reporting of potential exposure to COVID-19 at Scouting events. Prompt notification helps us reduce the spread of disease to other Scouts, and ensures families receive any assistance they require.</p>
  1501. <p>Please report any known or suspected exposures using the BSA Incident Reporting Form. As with all incidents, timely notification enables scene investigation, evidence collection, proper notification required under our insurance agreements, and media support. It also helps us ensure mandatory reporting requirements are met.</p>
  1502. <p>BSA Incident Reports must be submitted online within 24 hoursof the incident. Serious incidents, including exposure to communicable diseases such as COVID-19 and Youth Protection violations, should also be reported to Deputy Scout Executive Mario Perez (<a href="mailto:Mario.Perez@Scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mario.Perez@Scouting.org</a>) as soon as possible.</p>
  1503. <p>To begin an incident report please go to this page: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=264707&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scouting.org%2Fhealth-and-safety%2Fincident-report%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=9e1f6a4037d944a3ac25b16a9a99878d4d59d637a62d5cf2cce1838d7af1e9bb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/incident-report/</a></p>
  1504. <p>In case of suspected COVID-19 exposure, incident reports need to be submitted as “General Liability” reports, not “Near Miss.” Please read these supplemental instructions: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=264707&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scouting.org%2Fhealth-and-safety%2Fincident-report%2Fcovid-19-incidents-exposures-supplemental-instructions%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=91d8ff83636080a605ce4564908d431f3309b7556a221ffb4a318b811d9d9b4f" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/incident-report/covid-19-incidents-exposures-supplemental-instructions/</a></p>
  1505. <p>You will be asked to provide as much as possible of the following information:</p>
  1506. <p>1. Date of Exposure</p>
  1507. <p>2. Location of Exposure</p>
  1508. <p>3. Length of Exposure</p>
  1509. <p>4. Was the employee wearing a mask?</p>
  1510. <p>5. Infected person’s date of symptoms</p>
  1511. <p>6. Infected person’s COVID-19 test date</p>
  1512. <p>7. Infected person’s COVID-19 test results</p>
  1513. <p>8. If required, Date quarantine began</p>
  1514. <p>9. List of participants – youth/adults</p>
  1515. <p> </p>
  1516. <p>If you have further questions, please review the most recent incident reporting requirements(<a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=264707&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Ffilestore.scouting.org%2Ffilestore%2Fse-packet%2F2019-07-01%2FBSA-Incident-Reporting-Requirements-Effective-FINAL-062419.pdf&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=2061b973445c81bc92ff32b0f2fb851db68210c0f52a189d26b36d802f00d2b7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/se-packet/2019-07-01/BSA-Incident-Reporting-Requirements-Effective-FINAL-062419.pdf</a>), or contact your District Executive.</p>
  1517. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-incident-reporting-with-covid-19-update/">BSA Incident Reporting with COVID-19 Update</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1525. <item>
  1526. <title>Merit Badge Counselors Wanted!</title>
  1527. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-wanted/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=merit-badge-counselors-wanted</link>
  1528. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-wanted/#respond</comments>
  1530. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1531. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:07:45 +0000</pubDate>
  1532. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1450</guid>
  1533.  
  1534. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC is gearing up for the August session of the Merit Badges @ Home program and we need your help! As summer programs begin to come to an end, our goal is to keep our Scouts engaged and advancing! If you would like to offer a Merit Badge as part of NCAC’s August 2020 Merit [&#8230;]</p>
  1535. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-wanted/">Merit Badge Counselors Wanted!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1536. ]]></description>
  1537. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1538. <p>NCAC is gearing up for the August session of the Merit Badges @ Home program and we need your help! As summer programs begin to come to an end, our goal is to keep our Scouts engaged and advancing! If you would like to offer a Merit Badge as part of NCAC’s August 2020 Merit Badges @ Home program, please visit the <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=264413&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fmerit-badges-at-home%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DScouting%2Bat%2BHome%2BJuly%2B17&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=b3bb962eaee792d1309d8184c847fdac789ef119c0e6eeb115a5a45698a46f8c" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Merit Badges @ Home page </a>and fill out the interest form. Our staff will quickly follow up, share training materials and discuss scheduling for your merit badge! Please respond no later than Friday, July 24th. New sessions are set to begin August 17th!</p>
  1539. <p>Are you looking for more ways to get involved? We could use your help! Please visit the <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=264413&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fsummer-adventure%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DScouting%2Bat%2BHome%2BJuly%2B17&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=78f7014afef34befef8072f8dd09c5e8a1be6bbada28a7b7efca58429b25eb29" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NCAC Summer Adventures page</a> to learn how you can volunteer to help us put on more great programs and events!</p>
  1540. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-wanted/">Merit Badge Counselors Wanted!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1548. <item>
  1549. <title>Essential Den Leader Award &#8211; for hard-working Den Leaders this summer</title>
  1550. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/essential-den-leader-award-for-hard-working-den-leaders-this-summer/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=essential-den-leader-award-for-hard-working-den-leaders-this-summer</link>
  1551. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/essential-den-leader-award-for-hard-working-den-leaders-this-summer/#respond</comments>
  1553. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1554. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
  1555. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1448</guid>
  1556.  
  1557. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Essential worker has kept doing the job despite turbulent times. NCAC wishes to recognize Essential Den Leaders for their work during Summer 2020 (Memorial Day to Labor Day).  Get the Award: https://scoutingevent.com/082-38284   Requirements: Work with an NCAC Pack. Be registered &#8211; or register as a BSA Cub Scout Leader &#8211; preferably Den Leader by Aug. [&#8230;]</p>
  1558. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/essential-den-leader-award-for-hard-working-den-leaders-this-summer/">Essential Den Leader Award &#8211; for hard-working Den Leaders this summer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1559. ]]></description>
  1560. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1561. <div>The Essential worker has kept doing the job despite turbulent times. NCAC wishes to recognize Essential Den Leaders for their work during Summer 2020 (Memorial Day to Labor Day). <br /><br />Get the Award: <strong><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001UNkz2HfZJdq-msazs6S9SMLv3m10eOzi7s2bs2j1ScdkolzcJGCQLVhef4i8885_MJsrTYNvVhJ-mcedMgKyIJmY2Q-i4Y6re6Yu_WEytDpkCgzC_zmx2uBaVySJpqGvxZ2iIsHVifms8nd9b3WQ0XNmpuISaygXpyp9FuwvNcPsLsk6WJ83CdFu5Ezr0XLLCTbeUbXSimXpaou1ZzrWp0y5syoecXvignhjn-YtIukRXnhzAnEhitU7s4YSf-Ohh0inFv1e2D2PCe7IQxNeCxTLux8Au1e6s6hdSk0MS8sJz5heiBkw4nzYt4jto0AiaRn1kdJ1E7_2ElsGrnJZRukVbZZi947W9hYvJq7eXsjIUFkAHwmfrBEXBcgEbVDLLCLWDXyoW-YfBuSsWojEOg==&amp;c=YjEYmrQUamdDwfFwM_XSGgntXaGq6wmAmHGkaNZ8TZI40hY11I0HAw==&amp;ch=BGzuIqzO59171rDc2ZT630QkYshRZ7mqHtNxgkKs7i66Ut7gNQw-Ig==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://scoutingevent.com/082-38284</a></strong></div>
  1562. <div> <br /> Requirements:</div>
  1563. <ol>
  1564. <li>Work with an NCAC Pack.</li>
  1565. <li>Be registered &#8211; or register as a BSA Cub Scout Leader &#8211; preferably Den Leader by Aug. 31, 2020.</li>
  1566. <li>Support a minimum den of at least 4 scouts.</li>
  1567. <li>Have at least three den meetings/outings during the summer (online meetings with a program is ok).</li>
  1568. <li>Have 75% (or more) of your Scouts complete at least 1 rank Adventure (belt loop or pin) &#8211; or their Bobcat rank, during Summer 2020.</li>
  1569. </ol>
  1570. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/essential-den-leader-award-for-hard-working-den-leaders-this-summer/">Essential Den Leader Award &#8211; for hard-working Den Leaders this summer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1578. <item>
  1579. <title>Seneca Fall Camporee: Cancelled</title>
  1580. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-fall-camporee-cancelled/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-fall-camporee-cancelled</link>
  1581. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-fall-camporee-cancelled/#respond</comments>
  1583. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1584. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:02:29 +0000</pubDate>
  1585. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1447</guid>
  1586.  
  1587. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District Fall Camporee (2020) is canceled. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak the 2020 Camporee is canceled. See you in 2021. For more information or if you have questions please contact Bill Majurski &#60;oldman99@comcast.net&#62;.</p>
  1588. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-fall-camporee-cancelled/">Seneca Fall Camporee: Cancelled</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1589. ]]></description>
  1590. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1591. <p>Seneca District Fall Camporee (2020) is canceled.<br /><br />Due to the COVID-19 outbreak the 2020 Camporee is canceled. See you in 2021.<br /><br />For more information or if you have questions please contact Bill Majurski &lt;<a href="mailto:oldman99@comcast.net">oldman99@comcast.net</a>&gt;.</p>
  1592. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-fall-camporee-cancelled/">Seneca Fall Camporee: Cancelled</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1593. ]]></content:encoded>
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  1599. </item>
  1600. <item>
  1601. <title>More NCAC WOW Events!</title>
  1602. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/more-ncac-wow-events/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=more-ncac-wow-events</link>
  1603. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/more-ncac-wow-events/#respond</comments>
  1605. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1606. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:49:14 +0000</pubDate>
  1607. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1444</guid>
  1608.  
  1609. <description><![CDATA[<p>GAME NIGHTS Friday night fun for older Scouts. Trivia nights, games, an Escape room and more! Register HERE. Cub-A-Day Summer Adventure Every day there’s an adventure waiting for you and your Cub Scout! Check out the new Cub Scout Group on Facebook and share some great pictures! Service Projects A Scout is helpful. Do a [&#8230;]</p>
  1610. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/more-ncac-wow-events/">More NCAC WOW Events!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1611. ]]></description>
  1612. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1613. <p>GAME NIGHTS Friday night fun for older Scouts. Trivia nights, games, an Escape room and more! <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-gamenight">Register HERE</a>.</p>
  1614. <p>Cub-A-Day Summer Adventure Every day there’s an adventure waiting for you and your Cub Scout! Check out the new <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/ncac.cubscouts/">Cub Scout Group on Facebook</a> and share some great pictures!</p>
  1615. <p>Service Projects A Scout is helpful. <a href="https://weownadventure.com/good-turn-weekend-aug-1-2/">Do a Good Turn Weekend August 1-2</a> will encourage service activities like trash pickup, food drives, blood drives, sewing masks and much much more!</p>
  1616. <p>Merit Badges@Home NCAC has built a successful online program of virtual merit badges, with Scouts from all over the US participating. We will continue offering <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/merit-badges-at-home/">merit badges online</a> this summer with a new session in August.</p>
  1617. <p>STEM-TASTIC Summer The NCAC STEM Committee is offering STEM-tastic summer events like the Thursday night STEM@Home <a href="https://www.scoutingevent.com/082-STEMSpeakers">Speaker Series</a> on incredible STEM careers. STEM <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMatHome">Nova Saturdays</a> and Why? Wednesdays on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NCACSTEM/">STEM Facebook page</a> every Wednesday at noon. <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-ayiti"><strong>Exploring the world of Data Science</strong></a>: This Data Science Lab has a program for youth to learn computer programming and apply their data visualization skills to community service projects! A <a href="http://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMaTHON">STEMaTHON</a> will be a can’t-miss activity Labor Day Weekend activity with Scouts Building Bridges and Seeing the World through the lens and tools of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.</p>
  1618. <p>ADVENTURE TALKS Have you ever wanted to hike the Appalachian Trail? Bike across the US? Attend one of BSA’s high adventure bases? Go to Antarctica? Explore a cave? Reserve your Tuesday nights for this exciting new series! <a href="http://scoutingevent.com/082-adventureTalks">Register HERE</a>.</p>
  1619. <p>LEADERSHIP TRAINING Leadership Training by NYLT Staff for youth leaders. Short topics you can use immediately to improve your leadership. <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/national-youth-leadership-training-seminars/">Register HERE</a></p>
  1620. <p>CAMP FIRE SING-A-LONG. NCAC’s second all-council Campfire will be August27–Sing-a-longstyle. Hosted by the Order of the Arrow. We expect we’ll all be in our own key and probably off a little in time, but who cares? We’re singing. Special guest from Golden Gate Area Council, Mike Fujimoto–get a kazoo and sing “Scouting Thunder” with Fuji and friends! We can’t forget old favorites like Dum Dum Da Da and the Philmont Hymn.</p>
  1621. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/more-ncac-wow-events/">More NCAC WOW Events!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1629. <item>
  1630. <title>Register for These Recruitment Webinars: ScoutBook 101 and &#8220;Who&#8217;s Zooming Who?&#8221; on July 16th</title>
  1631. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/register-for-these-recruitment-webinars-scoutbook-101-and-whos-zooming-who-on-july-16th/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=register-for-these-recruitment-webinars-scoutbook-101-and-whos-zooming-who-on-july-16th</link>
  1632. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/register-for-these-recruitment-webinars-scoutbook-101-and-whos-zooming-who-on-july-16th/#respond</comments>
  1634. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1635. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:04:10 +0000</pubDate>
  1636. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1443</guid>
  1637.  
  1638. <description><![CDATA[<p>Register Now for the Next NATIONAL RECRUITMENT WEBINARS: ScoutBook 101 and “Who’s Zooming Who?” &#8211; July 16 Geofencing and Social Media &#8211; July 23 Who should attend: Unit Leaders, Council Staff, Commissioners, Marketing staff and volunteers – anyone involved in welcoming more youth into Scouting! Thursday, July 16, 2020 8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. [&#8230;]</p>
  1639. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/register-for-these-recruitment-webinars-scoutbook-101-and-whos-zooming-who-on-july-16th/">Register for These Recruitment Webinars: ScoutBook 101 and &#8220;Who&#8217;s Zooming Who?&#8221; on July 16th</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1640. ]]></description>
  1641. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1642. <p><strong>Register Now for the Next NATIONAL RECRUITMENT WEBINARS:</strong></p>
  1643. <ul>
  1644. <li data-nl-format="datetime">ScoutBook 101 and “Who’s Zooming Who?” &#8211; July 16</li>
  1645. <li>Geofencing and Social Media &#8211; July 23</li>
  1646. </ul>
  1647. <p><strong>Who should attend: Unit Leaders, Council Staff, Commissioners, Marketing staff and volunteers – anyone involved in welcoming more youth into Scouting!</strong></p>
  1648. <table class="w90m" width="45%" cellpadding="7">
  1649. <tbody>
  1650. <tr>
  1651. <td><img decoding="async" src="http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/ee08db56243f0212bc8a6a72f8eb98504137a821fd9a85675c143b07d3d1154a.png" width="25" /></td>
  1652. <td class="h2m roboto" align="left" data-nl-format="datetime">Thursday, July 16, 2020</td>
  1653. </tr>
  1654. <tr>
  1655. <td><img decoding="async" src="http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/d0ef068faf568aeadeb6a891448aa49d050ee0e424b3c65f446d934d2fcf116a.png" width="25" /></td>
  1656. <td class="h2m roboto" align="left">8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT</td>
  1657. </tr>
  1658. </tbody>
  1659. </table>
  1660. <p><strong><u>Scoutbook 101 and Who’s Zooming Who?</u></strong> Thursday, July 16 we’re covering ScoutBook and the Den Leader Experience and how they can simplify your Scouting life. Then we’ll talk Zoom with tricks, tips and how to best configure your security features. Don’t miss it!</p>
  1661. <table class="w100m" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
  1662. <tbody>
  1663. <tr>
  1664. <td>
  1665. <table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
  1666. <tbody>
  1667. <tr>
  1668. <td class="buttonred h2m height0 padlr0m roboto" align="center" height="35" data-nl-format="datetime"><a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h19f51ef4,babf7af,baf9ba8" data-nl-format="datetime">REGISTER NOW FOR THE JULY 16TH WEBINAR</a></td>
  1669. </tr>
  1670. </tbody>
  1671. </table>
  1672. </td>
  1673. </tr>
  1674. </tbody>
  1675. </table>
  1676. <table class="w90m" width="45%" cellpadding="7">
  1677. <tbody>
  1678. <tr>
  1679. <td><img decoding="async" src="http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/ee08db56243f0212bc8a6a72f8eb98504137a821fd9a85675c143b07d3d1154a.png" width="25" /></td>
  1680. <td class="h2m roboto" align="left" data-nl-format="datetime">Thursday, July 23, 2020</td>
  1681. </tr>
  1682. <tr>
  1683. <td><img decoding="async" src="http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/d0ef068faf568aeadeb6a891448aa49d050ee0e424b3c65f446d934d2fcf116a.png" width="25" /></td>
  1684. <td class="h2m roboto" align="left">8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT</td>
  1685. </tr>
  1686. </tbody>
  1687. </table>
  1688. <p><strong><u>Geofencing.</u></strong> On July 23 we’ll talk about how to use this powerful and affordable marketing tool. We’ll discuss what is it and how to use it for in-person and virtual events. It’s a great way to reach families you haven’t been able to reach before.</p>
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  1690. <tbody>
  1691. <tr>
  1692. <td>
  1693. <table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
  1694. <tbody>
  1695. <tr>
  1696. <td class="buttonred h2m height0 padlr0m roboto" align="center" height="35" data-nl-format="datetime"><a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h19f51ef4,babf7af,baf9bae" data-nl-format="datetime">REGISTER NOW FOR THE JULY 23RD WEBINAR</a></td>
  1697. </tr>
  1698. </tbody>
  1699. </table>
  1700. </td>
  1701. </tr>
  1702. </tbody>
  1703. </table>
  1704. <p><em><strong>Plus &#8211; We’ll have more on Family Fun Fest!<br />With ideas on how to use it as part of your recruiting this Fall!</strong></em><em>After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. <br /><br />Miss the last webinar? You can watch all the previous webinars on ScoutingWire. <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h19f51ef4,babf7af,baf9baf">https://scoutingwire.org/marketing-and-membership-hub/</a></em></p>
  1705. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/register-for-these-recruitment-webinars-scoutbook-101-and-whos-zooming-who-on-july-16th/">Register for These Recruitment Webinars: ScoutBook 101 and &#8220;Who&#8217;s Zooming Who?&#8221; on July 16th</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1713. <item>
  1714. <title>Order of the Arrow Elections Update July 10, 2020</title>
  1715. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-elections-update-july-10-2020/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=order-of-the-arrow-elections-update-july-10-2020</link>
  1716. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-elections-update-july-10-2020/#respond</comments>
  1718. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1719. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:58:06 +0000</pubDate>
  1720. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1442</guid>
  1721.  
  1722. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scoutmasters, Committee Chairs, and Other Interested Adult Leaders, Note:  These Order of the Arrow Election Updates were forwarded from OA National by our Lodge to Seneca Chapter on July 10, 2020.  These Updates replace the Updates sent out on June 6, 2020.  Thank you, Bill Johnson 2020 Elections are authorized to continue until the next [&#8230;]</p>
  1723. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-elections-update-july-10-2020/">Order of the Arrow Elections Update July 10, 2020</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1725. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1726. <p>Scoutmasters, Committee Chairs, and Other Interested Adult Leaders,</p>
  1727. <p><strong>Note</strong>:  These Order of the Arrow Election Updates were forwarded from OA National by our Lodge to Seneca Chapter on July 10, 2020.  These Updates replace the Updates sent out on June 6, 2020.  <br />Thank you, <br />Bill Johnson</p>
  1728. <p>2020 Elections are authorized to continue until the next (2021) election season begins, in our case 1 November.</p>
  1729. <p>The goal is to get 100% Unit election (and/or visitation rate)!  Plus 100% induction and activation!</p>
  1730. <p>Due to the continued inability in some parts to meet in person the cutoff date for chapters to conduct virtual elections has been extended to<span style="color: #ff0000"><strong> September 1, 2020</strong></span>.</p>
  1731. <p>Units which have already held an election between March 1, 2020 and April 30, 2020 are authorized to hold one additional election for any individuals who were ineligible at the time of the election due to the camping requirement, but would have been considered eligible at the time if this temporary policy had then been in effect. <strong>This second election must be completed no later than July 1, 2020</strong>. </p>
  1732. <p>Those who were previously considered for election in the first election may not be reconsidered on this second ballot (i.e., no one can be considered for election more than once in a year).</p>
  1733. <h3>Virtual Long-Term Camping Authorization</h3>
  1734. <p>Two situations have developed associated with the current pandemic that may prevent Scouts from having an opportunity to qualify for OA eligibility due to not having attended a long-term camp this summer.</p>
  1735. <ul>
  1736. <li>The local council camp is closed and not offering a traditional summer camp experience.</li>
  1737. <li>Scout parents are unwilling to allow their child to attend traditional summer camp programs due to health concerns.</li>
  1738. </ul>
  1739. <p>In order to address these circumstances, virtual long-term camping of five (5) consecutive nights is authorized to be counted toward the long-term camping requirements for OA eligibility consistent with the above guidance and the following additional guidelines:</p>
  1740. <ul>
  1741. <li>A long-term camp plan must be developed and approved by the unit leader prior to the commencement of the long-term camp. This plan is to be individualized to each Scout’s capabilities and situation and should strive to include:</li>
  1742. </ul>
  1743. <p>o    Progress toward advancement for each Scout</p>
  1744. <p>o    Outdoor relevant experience consistent with local conditions and restrictions</p>
  1745. <ul>
  1746. <li>Unit-organized communications should occur on a daily basis during the camping experience and include discussion of progress made on summer camp goals.</li>
  1747. <li>An end-of-camp assessment must be conducted with the unit leader to report on progress made during the experience itself and discuss how future virtual long-term camping experiences can be enhanced. During this assessment the unit leader will make the determination if the Scout’s participation warrants granting credit for a completed virtual long-term camping experience in terms of OA eligibility.</li>
  1748. </ul>
  1749. <p>This virtual long-term camping authority is not meant to substitute for attendance at traditional council summer camp programs, but rather to provide an alternative for Scouts who fit in one of the two categories mentioned above.</p>
  1750. <p><a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foa-bsa.org%2Fcoronavirus%2Ftemporary-camping-night-policy-due-covid-19&amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7Cd773ca9fef3d49cc728408d825ec5a95%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637301044492386272&amp;sdata=3nkIePRwOWdjKuxtEH5rxua5N7x9MQ7PQ2N5FEE94l8%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://oa-bsa.org/coronavirus/temporary-camping-night-policy-due-covid-19</a></p>
  1751. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-elections-update-july-10-2020/">Order of the Arrow Elections Update July 10, 2020</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  1759. <item>
  1760. <title>Marriott Scout Service Center &#038; Scout Shop Are Now Open!</title>
  1761. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open</link>
  1762. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open/#respond</comments>
  1764. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1765. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:46:45 +0000</pubDate>
  1766. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1441</guid>
  1767.  
  1768. <description><![CDATA[<p>After too long away we are excited to inform you that the MSSC is now open. We are opening in phases, so there will be limited staff support during this time. Someone will be at the front desk to assist with your Scouting needs, but we encourage you to continue to do as much Scouting [&#8230;]</p>
  1769. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open/">Marriott Scout Service Center &amp; Scout Shop Are Now Open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1770. ]]></description>
  1771. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1772. <p>After too long away we are excited to inform you that the MSSC is now open. We are opening in phases, so there will be limited staff support during this time. Someone will be at the front desk to assist with your Scouting needs, but we encourage you to continue to do as much Scouting business as possible electronically. If you have paperwork or materials to turn in, please visit us; otherwise, please call or email.</p>
  1773. <p>The Scout Shop at MSSC will reopen on July 10, 2020. They will offer modified hours Tuesday-Friday, 10am-6pm, and Saturday 10am-1pm.</p>
  1774. <p>All visitors are required to wear face coverings while they are in the MSSC. Bathrooms will not be available to the public, and there will continue to be no in-person meetings or gatherings. If you are not feeling well or have been in contact with someone who may be infected with COVID-19, please plan to visit us another time. We are committed to protecting the health of our staff and volunteers.</p>
  1775. <p>We are excited to be reopening and look forward to seeing you again soon!</p>
  1776. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open/">Marriott Scout Service Center &amp; Scout Shop Are Now Open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1777. ]]></content:encoded>
  1779. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/marriott-scout-service-center-scout-shop-are-now-open/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  1780. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  1783. </item>
  1784. <item>
  1785. <title>2021 National Jamboree POSTPONED</title>
  1786. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2021-national-jamboree-postponed/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2021-national-jamboree-postponed</link>
  1787. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2021-national-jamboree-postponed/#respond</comments>
  1789. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1790. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:41:20 +0000</pubDate>
  1791. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1440</guid>
  1792.  
  1793. <description><![CDATA[<p>The 2021 National Jamboree has been POSTPONED!  A new date has not been announced at this time.  Visit https://jamboree.scouting.org/  for more information and a link to Frequently Asked Questions.</p>
  1794. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2021-national-jamboree-postponed/">2021 National Jamboree POSTPONED</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1795. ]]></description>
  1796. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1797. <p>The 2021 National Jamboree has been POSTPONED!  A new date has not been announced at this time.  Visit <a href="https://jamboree.scouting.org/">https://jamboree.scouting.org/</a>  for more information and a link to Frequently Asked Questions.</p>
  1798. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2021-national-jamboree-postponed/">2021 National Jamboree POSTPONED</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1799. ]]></content:encoded>
  1801. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2021-national-jamboree-postponed/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  1802. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  1805. </item>
  1806. <item>
  1807. <title>Momentum: Launch: 8/4-6</title>
  1808. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/momentum-launch-8-4-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=momentum-launch-8-4-6</link>
  1809. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/momentum-launch-8-4-6/#respond</comments>
  1811. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1812. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 04:53:49 +0000</pubDate>
  1813. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1439</guid>
  1814.  
  1815. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Arrowman, Want to participate in an exciting national event this summer without leaving the comfort of your home? We encourage you to join Arrowmen from across the nation for Momentum: Launch, a unique virtual event experience taking place August 4th-6th. Momentum: Launch is more than a virtual program, it&#8217;s a fully interactive and engaging [&#8230;]</p>
  1816. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/momentum-launch-8-4-6/">Momentum: Launch: 8/4-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1817. ]]></description>
  1818. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1819. <p>Dear Arrowman,<br /><br />Want to participate in an exciting national event this summer without leaving the comfort of your home? We encourage you to join Arrowmen from across the nation for Momentum: Launch, a unique virtual event experience taking place August 4th-6th. Momentum: Launch is more than a virtual program, it&#8217;s a fully interactive and engaging event experience that will launch the momentum our organization needs to continue filling its purpose during the new normal we find ourselves in.<br /><br />Participate in games, activities, and competition with Arrowmen from across the nation. Learn from highly qualified trainers about interesting topics-both in and out of the OA. Ask questions to a panel of OA national officers. These opportunities and more will be available to participants of Momentum: Launch!<br /><br /><i>There are two different ways to experience Momentum: Launch</i>. Anyone can view a live stream of the event&#8217;s program at no cost and interact with Momentum: Launch over social media. There is no need to register for the event if you intend to participate this way.<br /><br />Registered delegates, for a fee of $30, will receive a full event experience, including:</p>
  1820. <ul>
  1821. <li>A mailed patch.</li>
  1822. <li>Access to an archive of streamed program content to view anytime.</li>
  1823. <li>A chance to participate in the event-wide game.</li>
  1824. <li>Access to the event&#8217;s community platform to connect with Arrowmen from across the nation.</li>
  1825. <li>Additional opportunities for engagement and interaction.</li>
  1826. </ul>
  1827. <p>Don&#8217;t miss out on all of the excitement! <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0019UPz7_Paehlw2TbIGZOFDKLn5SUJCcGUj8Fqoh08u1Z4OD_TUNSOqw_PbIEv8T8Oj1H0ppvhesLSecqwg1B_ORB0vjSFkm8P9Swn8VS0htxpJfICn4qcqCVxg5dulfT-kvdzKz5RjtoQz0cQYm2OySBhPk1c0pPa1dtNpc-AzXSxQKM8d123D9e0jnt9XT2u&amp;c=pgkPnM29-58HK8a3wISm1Gi-T5E2rwYi4HIugUfItPUaWbtSE9Dhkg==&amp;ch=uJdZtWFCEZ-fX2rENC72MNY9y0QuaH4r3h_k-Oef40jD8m68CTpKTw==">Learn more and sign up today</a>.</p>
  1828. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/momentum-launch-8-4-6/">Momentum: Launch: 8/4-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1829. ]]></content:encoded>
  1831. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/momentum-launch-8-4-6/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  1832. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  1835. </item>
  1836. <item>
  1837. <title>District Pinewood Derby</title>
  1838. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-pinewood-derby/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-pinewood-derby</link>
  1839. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-pinewood-derby/#respond</comments>
  1841. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1842. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:26:18 +0000</pubDate>
  1843. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1437</guid>
  1844.  
  1845. <description><![CDATA[<p>Keeping everyone informed &#8211; we are working for two dates for the Seneca District Pinewood Derby. July 25 &#8211; A day for packs who did not have their Pinewood Derby race to complete their unit races. TBD &#8211; The actual District race. Both events will be shared somehow &#8211; we are working out the details [&#8230;]</p>
  1846. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-pinewood-derby/">District Pinewood Derby</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1847. ]]></description>
  1848. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1849. <p>Keeping everyone informed &#8211; we are working for two dates for the Seneca District Pinewood Derby.</p>
  1850. <p>July 25 &#8211; A day for packs who did not have their Pinewood Derby race to complete their unit races.</p>
  1851. <p>TBD &#8211; The actual District race.</p>
  1852. <p>Both events will be shared somehow &#8211; we are working out the details whether Facebook Live or Zoom.</p>
  1853. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-pinewood-derby/">District Pinewood Derby</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1854. ]]></content:encoded>
  1856. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-pinewood-derby/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  1857. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  1860. </item>
  1861. <item>
  1862. <title>International Trash the Trash Day &#8211; July 11</title>
  1863. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11</link>
  1864. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11/#respond</comments>
  1866. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1867. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:22:15 +0000</pubDate>
  1868. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1436</guid>
  1869.  
  1870. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join scouts around the world to pick up 1 MILLION pieces of trash. Register your unit here(https://scoutstrashthetrashday.org/register)</p>
  1871. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11/">International Trash the Trash Day &#8211; July 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1872. ]]></description>
  1873. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1874. <p>Join scouts around the world to pick up 1 MILLION pieces of trash. Register your unit here<br />(<a href="https://scoutstrashthetrashday.org/register" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://scoutstrashthetrashday.org/register</a>) </p>
  1875. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11/">International Trash the Trash Day &#8211; July 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1876. ]]></content:encoded>
  1878. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-trash-the-trash-day-july-11/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  1879. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  1882. </item>
  1883. <item>
  1884. <title>Popcorn is Gearing Up!</title>
  1885. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-gearing-up/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=popcorn-is-gearing-up</link>
  1886. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-gearing-up/#respond</comments>
  1888. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1889. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:20:40 +0000</pubDate>
  1890. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1435</guid>
  1891.  
  1892. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hi everyone,    Please use the link below for distribution to our units regarding popcorn. Thanks!   All the popcorn details about Who, What, Where &#38; When!   http://www.icontact-archive.com/archive?c=1518147&#38;f=7207&#38;s=7449&#38;m=262930&#38;t=496cbd87a4c06c8dc0e05746935e3228b1c18e5577ccbaaac560c015b11be93c</p>
  1893. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-gearing-up/">Popcorn is Gearing Up!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1894. ]]></description>
  1895. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1896. <div>Hi everyone, </div>
  1897. <div> </div>
  1898. <div>Please use the link below for distribution to our units regarding popcorn. Thanks!</div>
  1899. <div> </div>
  1900. <div>All the popcorn details about Who, What, Where &amp; When!</div>
  1901. <div> </div>
  1902. <div><a id="LPlnk553752" href="http://www.icontact-archive.com/archive?c=1518147&amp;f=7207&amp;s=7449&amp;m=262930&amp;t=496cbd87a4c06c8dc0e05746935e3228b1c18e5577ccbaaac560c015b11be93c">http://www.icontact-archive.com/archive?c=1518147&amp;f=7207&amp;s=7449&amp;m=262930&amp;t=496cbd87a4c06c8dc0e05746935e3228b1c18e5577ccbaaac560c015b11be93c</a></div>
  1903. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-gearing-up/">Popcorn is Gearing Up!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1904. ]]></content:encoded>
  1906. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-gearing-up/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  1910. </item>
  1911. <item>
  1912. <title>Virtual Interfaith Week: June 29-July 5</title>
  1913. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5</link>
  1914. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5/#respond</comments>
  1916. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1917. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:17:22 +0000</pubDate>
  1918. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1432</guid>
  1919.  
  1920. <description><![CDATA[<p>Happening June 29th-July 5th, 2020Register for Zoom Sessions (One Registration per Device being Simultaneously Used): Facebook Page (Daily Challenges, Video Releases): www.facebook.com/dutytogodbsa YouTube Channel (Video Releases): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrQ5WhsitgVnQNdrVJftHA Every summer, Scouts head towards summer camp. Spending a week in the woods, or a nearby park, experiencing the awesome wonder that is the outdoors. During their time [&#8230;]</p>
  1921. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5/">Virtual Interfaith Week: June 29-July 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1922. ]]></description>
  1923. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1924. <div class="wp-block-file"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/07/2020-Virtual-Interfaith-Week-Informational-Packet.pdf">2020-Virtual-Interfaith-Week-Informational-Packet</a><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/07/2020-Virtual-Interfaith-Week-Informational-Packet.pdf" class="wp-block-file__button" download>Download</a></div>
  1925.  
  1926.  
  1927.  
  1928. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
  1929. <div class="layoutArea">
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  1931. <p>Happening June 29th-July 5th, 2020<br /><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-virtual-interfaith-week-tickets-107549782294">Register for Zoom Sessions</a> (One Registration per Device being Simultaneously Used):</p>
  1932. <p>Facebook Page (Daily Challenges, Video Releases): <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dutytogodbsa">www.facebook.com/dutytogodbsa </a></p>
  1933. </div>
  1934. </div>
  1935. <div class="layoutArea">
  1936. <div class="column">
  1937. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
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  1940. <p>YouTube Channel (Video Releases): <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrQ5WhsitgVnQNdrVJftHA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrQ5WhsitgVnQNdrVJftHA</a> </p>
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  1944. <p>Every summer, Scouts head towards summer camp. Spending a week in the woods, or a nearby park, experiencing the awesome wonder that is the outdoors. During their time in nature, they often reconnect to their belief in a higher power, as who can help but doing so when surrounded by God’s wonders. They spend the whole year looking forward to this opportunity, and this year we find that exceptionally hard. Due to social distancing, we have lost our “Scouting as Usual” summer plans.</p>
  1945. <p>The National Religious Relationships Committee of the Boy Scouts of America want to continue “Scouting as Usual as We Can Make It”. Therefore, we are filling the gap of missed in-person events with a family version of our Duty to God summer classes in the virtual world.</p>
  1946. <p>We invite you to gather your “Family Patrol” and join us for a week filled with excitement, learning, crafts, challenges, discussions, trivia, and so much more. Join us for the whole week, or catch the sessions as you have time in your busy schedule. We are offering over 60 different program options throughout the week, all free of charge. We will do our best to record and post to YouTube all the sessions throughout the week, except for those that YPT asks us not to because of personal stories being shared and youth being involved.</p>
  1947. <p>So pull up a chair, relax on the couch or in a hammock outside, and enjoy this Virtual Interfaith Week brought to you by the NRRC.</p>
  1948. <p>Yours in Service to Youth,</p>
  1949. <p>Amanda Vogt<br />Event Chair<br />NRRC Social Media Chair</p>
  1950. <p>Susan Lawyer<br />Event Co-Chair NRRC Training Chair</p>
  1951. </div>
  1952. </div>
  1953. </div>
  1954. </div>
  1955. </div>
  1956. </div>
  1957. </div>
  1958. </div>
  1959. </div>
  1960. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5/">Virtual Interfaith Week: June 29-July 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1961. ]]></content:encoded>
  1963. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-interfaith-week-june-29-july-5/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  1968. <item>
  1969. <title>Summer Leadership Seminars</title>
  1970. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/summer-leadership-seminars/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=summer-leadership-seminars</link>
  1971. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/summer-leadership-seminars/#respond</comments>
  1973. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  1974. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:11:16 +0000</pubDate>
  1975. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1431</guid>
  1976.  
  1977. <description><![CDATA[<p>Tuesday, June 30 5:00 PM – How To Deliver Engaging Scout Meetings over Zoom Are your meetings suffering from low energy? Is it hard to keeps Scouts engaged? Join us to learn how to deliver fun meetings Scouts will want to attend. Register on Zoom Thursday, July 95:00 PM – Mastering the Art of ImprovementScouting [&#8230;]</p>
  1978. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/summer-leadership-seminars/">Summer Leadership Seminars</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1979. ]]></description>
  1980. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1981. <div><b>Tuesday, June 30</b></div>
  1982. <div><b>5:00 PM – How To Deliver Engaging Scout Meetings over Zoom</b></div>
  1983. <div>Are your meetings suffering from low energy? Is it hard to keeps Scouts engaged? Join us to learn how to deliver fun meetings Scouts will want to attend.</div>
  1984. <div>
  1985. <p><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Gp-GgpNaSNCYfDNr0G34sw">Register on Zoom</a></p>
  1986. <p><b>Thursday, July 9<br />5:00 PM – Mastering the Art of Improvement<br /></b>Scouting provides opportunities to try new things and take on new roles. But few people are instantly good at something they’ve never done before, like cooking over a fire, or holding a new position of leadership. Learn the tools Scouting gives us to improve after each experience.<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WzuiGuNAStuSLQeq7dm8gQ">Register on Zoom</a></p>
  1987. </div>
  1988. <div><b>Wednesday, July 15</b></div>
  1989. <div><b>7:00 PM – Adult series: Delivering ILST to Scouts</b></div>
  1990. <div>
  1991. <p>Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) is the training Scoutmasters deliver to Scouts to teach them to basic leadership skills they need to run a Troop. It’s a great course, but working over Zoom presents many challenges. This 50-minute overview for Scouters will cover some lessons learned from around the Council. (Youth welcome, but material is tailored for at Adults.)<br /><a href="https://ncacbsa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O1ZajwM-RJOOlbcNlrl5Og">Register on Zoom</a></p>
  1992. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/national-youth-leadership-training-seminars/">Additional Reading, FAQs</a></p>
  1993. </div>
  1994. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/summer-leadership-seminars/">Summer Leadership Seminars</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  1995. ]]></content:encoded>
  1997. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/summer-leadership-seminars/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  2002. <item>
  2003. <title>NCAC Scout Service Center Reopens July 7!</title>
  2004. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-service-center-reopens-july-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-scout-service-center-reopens-july-7</link>
  2005. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-service-center-reopens-july-7/#respond</comments>
  2007. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2008. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:03:22 +0000</pubDate>
  2009. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1430</guid>
  2010.  
  2011. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are very excited to announce that &#8211; thanks to the hard work of our volunteers and staff &#8211; the Marriott Scout Service Center will reopen to the public on Tuesday, July 7! We&#8217;re looking forward to seeing you in-person again, but social distancing remains the best way to keep everyone healthy. If you need [&#8230;]</p>
  2012. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-service-center-reopens-july-7/">NCAC Scout Service Center Reopens July 7!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2013. ]]></description>
  2014. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2015. <p>We are very excited to announce that &#8211; thanks to the hard work of our volunteers and staff &#8211; the Marriott Scout Service Center will reopen to the public on Tuesday, July 7!</p>
  2016. <p>We&#8217;re looking forward to seeing you in-person again, but social distancing remains the best way to keep everyone healthy. If you need to come visit us, wear your mask and come on by.</p>
  2017. <p>But if you can take care of your Scouting business remotely, please continue to do so for now. <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=263604&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FTRv-geiW6bM&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=710a7799f95cafe45abac0dfcd219de3e5312905d7307b0343115789c81be661" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Scout Executive Craig Poland explains some of the details of how reopening will work.</a></p>
  2018. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-service-center-reopens-july-7/">NCAC Scout Service Center Reopens July 7!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2019. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2026. <item>
  2027. <title>What is the Sea Scout Program?</title>
  2028. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/what-is-the-sea-scout-program/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=what-is-the-sea-scout-program</link>
  2029. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/what-is-the-sea-scout-program/#respond</comments>
  2031. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2032. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
  2033. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1429</guid>
  2034.  
  2035. <description><![CDATA[<p>Sea Scout Ship 125 has a 14-minute COVID-19-friendly virtual presentation (plus live Q&#38;A) for Troops, Crews, and Packs. It includes an overview of the Sea Scout program and what it has to offer youth in general, and what it has to offer other Scouting units: daysails, overnighters, or “surf and turf” island adventure weekends for [&#8230;]</p>
  2036. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/what-is-the-sea-scout-program/">What is the Sea Scout Program?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2037. ]]></description>
  2038. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2039. <div>Sea Scout Ship 125 has a 14-minute COVID-19-friendly virtual presentation (plus live Q&amp;A) for Troops, Crews, and Packs. It includes an overview of the Sea Scout program and what it has to offer youth in general, and what it has to offer other Scouting units: daysails, overnighters, or “surf and turf” island adventure weekends for Troops and Crews, or the nautical version of a pinewood derby—the Raingutter Regatta—for Packs.  Sea Scouts is one of BSA’s first co-ed programs, so we’re available to both boy- and girl- units to help support them.</div>
  2040. <div dir="ltr"> </div>
  2041. <div dir="ltr">Through one of our sponsors, we have access to our own ZoomPro Platform, and are happy to host the virtual  meeting (subject to availability) so there will be no 40-minute limit, enabling the unit to hold their unit meeting, too. (We’re also available to help units having difficulty embracing this new COVID-19 online thing.)</div>
  2042. <div dir="ltr"> </div>
  2043. <div dir="ltr">Contact Skipper Paula Sind-Prunier at <a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a> or ship-to-shore mobile: 202-577-7339.</div>
  2044. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/what-is-the-sea-scout-program/">What is the Sea Scout Program?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2045. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2052. <item>
  2053. <title>Data Science &#038; Computer Programming Bootcamp: July 11</title>
  2054. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11</link>
  2055. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11/#respond</comments>
  2057. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2058. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 03:57:47 +0000</pubDate>
  2059. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1428</guid>
  2060.  
  2061. <description><![CDATA[<p>Bootcamp begins July 11 Register https://scoutingevent.com/082-ayiti Intro to computer programming with Python &#8211; Six 1.5-hour courses Nova Award- Earn requirements 3-8, Hello World Shadowing a data science company -Participate in live data lab with professionals upon completion of introductory course Please visit our website to learn more about us www.mend.is or www.ayitianalytics.org</p>
  2062. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11/">Data Science &amp; Computer Programming Bootcamp: July 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2063. ]]></description>
  2064. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2065. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
  2066. <div class="section">
  2067. <div class="section">
  2068. <div class="layoutArea">
  2069. <div class="column">
  2070. <p>Bootcamp begins July 11</p>
  2071. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-ayiti">https://scoutingevent.com/082-ayiti</a></p>
  2072. </div>
  2073. </div>
  2074. </div>
  2075. <div class="section">
  2076. <div class="layoutArea">
  2077. <div class="column">
  2078. <ul>
  2079. <li>
  2080. <p>Intro to computer programming with Python &#8211; Six 1.5-hour courses</p>
  2081. </li>
  2082. <li>
  2083. <p>Nova Award- Earn requirements 3-8, Hello World</p>
  2084. </li>
  2085. <li>Shadowing a data science company -Participate in live data lab with professionals upon completion of introductory course</li>
  2086. </ul>
  2087. </div>
  2088. </div>
  2089. </div>
  2090. <div class="section">
  2091. <div class="layoutArea">
  2092. <div class="column">
  2093. <p>Please visit our website to learn more about us <a href="http://www.mend.is">www.mend.is</a> or <a href="http://www.ayitianalytics.org">www.ayitianalytics.org</a></p>
  2094. </div>
  2095. </div>
  2096. </div>
  2097. </div>
  2098. </div>
  2099. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11/">Data Science &amp; Computer Programming Bootcamp: July 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2100. ]]></content:encoded>
  2102. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/data-science-computer-programming-bootcamp-july-11/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2103. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  2107. <item>
  2108. <title>Updated Changes in Order of the Arrow Camping Requirements (Revision of 6/6/2020)</title>
  2109. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-changes-in-order-of-the-arrow-camping-requirements-revision-of-6-6-2020/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=updated-changes-in-order-of-the-arrow-camping-requirements-revision-of-6-6-2020</link>
  2110. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-changes-in-order-of-the-arrow-camping-requirements-revision-of-6-6-2020/#respond</comments>
  2112. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2113. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2020 05:03:26 +0000</pubDate>
  2114. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1427</guid>
  2115.  
  2116. <description><![CDATA[<p>Brothers,National just released another update to the Temporary Camping Night Policy due to Covid-19! Given that virtually all Councils have either cancelled or reduced their summer camp programs this year, creating a situation where a high portion of Scouts will not have the opportunity to attend an in-camp Summer Camp in 2020 the temporary provision [&#8230;]</p>
  2117. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-changes-in-order-of-the-arrow-camping-requirements-revision-of-6-6-2020/">Updated Changes in Order of the Arrow Camping Requirements (Revision of 6/6/2020)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2118. ]]></description>
  2119. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2120. <p>Brothers,<br />National just released another update to the Temporary Camping Night Policy due to Covid-19! Given that virtually all Councils have either cancelled or reduced their summer camp programs this year, creating a situation where a high portion of Scouts will not have the opportunity to attend an in-camp Summer Camp in 2020 the temporary provision to allow virtual long term camping credit for OA eligibility is necessary. The new policy allows Virtual Long Term Camping with the guidelines listed below.<br /><br />In light of the extended period of camping restrictions attributable to COVID-19, the following temporary modification is being made to the camping requirements for OA eligibility:<br /><br />Virtual camping (i.e., backyard or solo camping) may be counted toward the required nights of camping for OA election eligibility if all the following stipulations are met:</p>
  2121. <ul>
  2122. <li>To be counted, all virtual camping nights should be a direct result of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and be part of a BSA unit-organized unit camping event (i.e., multiple members of the unit are involved and camping simultaneously at remote locations).</li>
  2123. <li>Some form of unit-organized communications should occur either during or immediately following the event.</li>
  2124. <li>All existing youth protection policies and digital safety guidelines should be followed.</li>
  2125. <li>No more than three (3) nights of virtual camping are to be credited in any month in which government- or council-imposed COVID-19 restrictions are in place.</li>
  2126. </ul>
  2127. <p><strong>This change is in effect until September 1, 2020.<br /></strong><br />Units which have already held an election between March 1, 2020 and April 30, 2020 are authorized to hold one additional election for any individuals who were ineligible at the time of the election due to the camping requirement, but would have been considered eligible at the time if this temporary policy had then been in effect. <strong>This second election must be completed no later than July 1, 2020.</strong> <span style="color: #ff0000"><strong>Those who were previously considered for election in the first election may not be reconsidered on this second ballot (i.e., no one can be considered for election more than once in a year)</strong>.</span><br /><br /><strong><em>Latest Update</em></strong></p>
  2128. <h3>Virtual Long-Term Camping Authorization</h3>
  2129. <p>Virtual long-term camping of five (5) days is authorized to be counted toward the long-term camping requirements for OA eligibility consistent with the above guidance and the following additional guidelines:</p>
  2130. <ul>
  2131. <li>A long-term camp plan must be developed and approved by the unit leader prior to the commencement of the long-term camp. This plan is to be individualized to each Scouts capabilities and situation and should strive to include:</li>
  2132. </ul>
  2133. <p>         o    Progress toward advancement for each Scout</p>
  2134. <p>         o    Outdoor relevant experience consistent with local conditions and restrictions</p>
  2135. <ul>
  2136. <li>Unit-organized communications should occur on a daily basis during the camping experience and include discussion of progress made on summer camp goals.</li>
  2137. <li>An end-of-camp assessment must be conducted with the unit leader to report on progress made during the experience itself and discuss how future virtual long-term camping experiences can be enhanced. During this assessment the unit leader will make the determination if the Scouts participation warrants granting credit for a completed virtual long-term camping experience in terms of OA eligibility.</li>
  2138. </ul>
  2139. <p>If you have any questions, please reach out to <a href="mailto:membership@wipit470.org">membership@wipit470.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://eur05.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foa-bsa.org%2Fcoronavirus%2Ftemporary-camping-night-policy-due-covid-19&amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7C9424c5f0469f437a81fa08d80a4fa060%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637270684387255944&amp;sdata=jqrrnQ89AynExicXM4GQiu54cjxOSuEoFZym%2ByR%2BEiE%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://oa-bsa.org/coronavirus/temporary-camping-night-policy-due-covid-19</a></p>
  2140. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-changes-in-order-of-the-arrow-camping-requirements-revision-of-6-6-2020/">Updated Changes in Order of the Arrow Camping Requirements (Revision of 6/6/2020)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2144. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  2148. <item>
  2149. <title>National Recruitment Webinar: June 24</title>
  2150. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-recruitment-webinar-june-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-recruitment-webinar-june-24</link>
  2151. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-recruitment-webinar-june-24/#respond</comments>
  2153. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2154. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
  2155. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1426</guid>
  2156.  
  2157. <description><![CDATA[<p>FOCUS ON FALL: VIRTUAL RECRUITING AND MOREWednesday, June 24, 20208:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CTWho should attend: Cub Scout Leaders, Council Staff, Commissioners, Marketing staff and volunteers – anyone involved in welcoming more youth into Cub Scouting! Join us on Wednesday, June 24, at 8 pm Eastern / 7 pm Central, for the next [&#8230;]</p>
  2158. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-recruitment-webinar-june-24/">National Recruitment Webinar: June 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2159. ]]></description>
  2160. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2161. <p>FOCUS ON FALL: VIRTUAL RECRUITING AND MORE<br />Wednesday, June 24, 2020<br />8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT<br />Who should attend: Cub Scout Leaders, Council Staff, Commissioners, Marketing staff and volunteers – anyone involved in welcoming more youth into Cub Scouting!</p>
  2162. <p>Join us on Wednesday, June 24, at 8 pm Eastern / 7 pm Central, for the next national recruitment webinar where we’ll talk about recruiting strategies despite the challenges of the continued uncertainties related to Covid-19.</p>
  2163. <ul>
  2164. <li>What does a virtual recruitment event look like?</li>
  2165. <li>Best practices partnering with schools this fall and the school marketing checklist</li>
  2166. <li>Five things you should be doing now!</li>
  2167. <li>Q&amp;A</li>
  2168. </ul>
  2169. <p style="text-align: center"><span style="background-color: #ff0000;color: #ffffff"><strong><a style="background-color: #ff0000;color: #ffffff" href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h1959ba25,b8d231c,b8e8b39"> Register Now </a></strong></span></p>
  2170. <p>After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p>
  2171. <p>This webinar will be recorded and shared on ScoutingWire.</p>
  2172. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-recruitment-webinar-june-24/">National Recruitment Webinar: June 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2173. ]]></content:encoded>
  2175. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-recruitment-webinar-june-24/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  2180. <item>
  2181. <title>New Scouts BSA Training</title>
  2182. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-scouts-bsa-training/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=new-scouts-bsa-training</link>
  2183. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-scouts-bsa-training/#respond</comments>
  2185. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2186. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:28:16 +0000</pubDate>
  2187. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1425</guid>
  2188.  
  2189. <description><![CDATA[<p>A new online and facilitated version of Scouts BSA training  will be available on August 3rd.  If you are currently completing the training please complete prior to this date as we will be changing the Learning Plans for all positions &#8211; Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster, Committee Chair, Committee Member and Merit Badge Counselor. If you do not [&#8230;]</p>
  2190. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-scouts-bsa-training/">New Scouts BSA Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2191. ]]></description>
  2192. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2193. <div>A new online and facilitated version of Scouts BSA training  will be available on August 3rd.  If you are currently completing the training please complete prior to this date as we will be changing the Learning Plans for all positions &#8211; Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster, Committee Chair, Committee Member and Merit Badge Counselor. If you do not complete by August 3rd you will have to restart the  training using the new learning plans and modules.</div>
  2194. <div> </div>
  2195. <div>The new online learning combines content resulting in fewer modules.  We have also streamlined courses to help reduce the total time it takes to complete the training. The new facilitated course uses offline versions of the learning modules to facilitate maintenance on any future changes &#8211; thus the online and facilitated content are simultaneously updated to ensure consistency in the versions of the training.</div>
  2196. <div> </div>
  2197. <div>Please note: Completion of the appropriate portion of the Scouts BSA facilitated session will meet the requirements for.</div>
  2198. <div> </div>
  2199. <ul>
  2200. <li>Scoutmaster &amp; Assistant Scoutmaster: S24 Scoutmaster Specific Training</li>
  2201. <li>Merit Badge Counselor: D76 Merit Badge Counselor Orientation Training</li>
  2202. <li>Troop Committee Chair &amp; Committee: WS10 Troop Committee Challenge</li>
  2203. </ul>
  2204. <div> </div>
  2205. <div>Thank you for being a trained leader and working with the  youth!</div>
  2206. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-scouts-bsa-training/">New Scouts BSA Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2207. ]]></content:encoded>
  2209. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-scouts-bsa-training/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  2214. <item>
  2215. <title>Father’s Day Giving Campaign</title>
  2216. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fathers-day-giving-campaign/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fathers-day-giving-campaign</link>
  2217. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fathers-day-giving-campaign/#respond</comments>
  2219. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2220. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
  2221. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1423</guid>
  2222.  
  2223. <description><![CDATA[<p>“Honor your dad this Father’s Day by making a donation at www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift  to ensure future generations of father’s and their children can experience the impact of Scouting together.” “Let dad know how much experiencing Scouting with him has meant to you by making a donation in his honor at www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift” “Help ensure that future father’s [&#8230;]</p>
  2224. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fathers-day-giving-campaign/">Father’s Day Giving Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2225. ]]></description>
  2226. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2227. <p>“Honor your dad this Father’s Day by making a donation at <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift">www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift</a>  to ensure future generations of father’s and their children can experience the impact of Scouting together.”</p>
  2228. <p>“Let dad know how much experiencing Scouting with him has meant to you by making a donation in his honor at <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift">www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift</a>”</p>
  2229. <p>“Help ensure that future father’s and their children can benefit from the memories and bonding Scouting provides by making a donation in your dad’s honor at <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift">www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift</a>”</p>
  2230. <p>“To show your appreciation to your dad for his commitment to family Scouting, consider making a contribution in his honor at <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift">www.ncacbsa.org/FathersDayGift</a>”                   </p>
  2231. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fathers-day-giving-campaign/">Father’s Day Giving Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2232. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2239. <item>
  2240. <title>Camp Card Closeout</title>
  2241. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-card-closeout/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camp-card-closeout</link>
  2242. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-card-closeout/#respond</comments>
  2244. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2245. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:38:56 +0000</pubDate>
  2246. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1422</guid>
  2247.  
  2248. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hi Everyone, Thank you for participating in the 2020 Camp Card Sale, I hope this email finds you and your family doing well.  It’s time to close your camp card sale, please do so by following this link www.NCACBSA.org/campcardpayment, scroll down and click on Pay For Camp Cards button. If you are not the point of contact for you unit&#8217;s camp card sale, please [&#8230;]</p>
  2249. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-card-closeout/">Camp Card Closeout</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2250. ]]></description>
  2251. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2252. <div>
  2253. <div>
  2254. <p>Hi Everyone,</p>
  2255. <p>Thank you for participating in the 2020 Camp Card Sale, I hope this email finds you and your family doing well.  It’s time to close your camp card sale, please do so by following this link <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/campcardpayment" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.NCACBSA.org/campcardpayment</a>, scroll down and click on Pay For Camp Cards button. If you are not the point of contact for you unit&#8217;s camp card sale, please forward this on to the correct contact person. </p>
  2256. <p>Please plan to close out your initial sale by <b>June 15, 2020</b>.  You can do so by mailing in a check (9190 Rockville Pike, Bethesda MD 20814, be sure to indicate on your check that it is for Camp Card Close-out and your unit number). </p>
  2257. <p><b>The best way is to pay is online and you can do so <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/campcardpayment" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>, remember <i>you only pay $2.50 per card sold and hold the rest of the funds for your Scouts.</i></b></p>
  2258. <p>Please don’t send back the cards you have remaining, please see below for the next exciting phase of the 2020 Camp Card sale. </p>
  2259. <p align="center"><b>Camp Cards for Frontline Heroes Campaign</b></p>
  2260. <p>The Scouts from the NCAC found a way to thank our Frontline Heroes using our 2020 Camp Card!  Each Camp Card (discount coupon card) donated by our community through this website will be delivered by NCAC Scouts to local Frontline Heroes in September. </p>
  2261. <p>Please help our Scouts by purchasing one, or several $5.00 Camp Cards, and they will be donated to local Frontline Heroes. </p>
  2262. <p>Help us promote this sale to support our Frontline heroes by sharing this link <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/campcardorder" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.NCACBSA.org/campcardorder</a></p>
  2263. <p><b>How is this different from the original Camp Card Sale?</b></p>
  2264. <p>·        This is a <b>new addition to our Camp Card sale</b> since it was cut short due to the current pandemic. We want to give Scouts an opportunity to still raise funds for future activities and virtual Scouting experiences by selling Camp Cards and supporting our local frontline heroes.</p>
  2265. <p><b>What’s next?</b></p>
  2266. <p>·        Close out your initial sale by June 15, 2020 by mailing in a check or paying online at <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/campcardpayment" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.NCACBSA.org/campcardpayment</a> <i>(you only pay $2.50 per card sold and hold the rest of the funds for your Scouts)</i></p>
  2267. <p><b>How will the Frontline Hero sale also benefit units?</b></p>
  2268. <p>·        After you close your sale with payment, keep the remaining cards for future donation to frontline heroes.</p>
  2269. <p>·        Between June 16<sup>th</sup> and August 31<sup>st</sup>, Send friends, family &amp; others to the website <a href="http://www.ncacbsa.org/campcardorder" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.NCACBSA.org/campcardorder</a> (site opens June 16<sup>th</sup>) and encourage them to select your district and unit.</p>
  2270. <p>·        When it is safe to do so, we will ask your unit to deliver the camp cards you have sold as part of this campaign to Frontline Heroes by going to a hospital, grocery store, fire station, etc.</p>
  2271. <p>·        The commission of $2.50 per card sold through our website will be placed in your unit’s account or a check will be mailed for earned commission in early September.</p>
  2272. <p align="center"><b><i>Help us sell 100,000 Camp Cards to support 100,000 local Frontline Heroes!</i></b></p>
  2273. <p align="center"><b><i>For questions please contact your District Executive or <a href="mailto:Campcard@ncacbsa.org">Camp</a><a href="mailto:Campcard@ncacbsa.org">card@ncacbsa.org</a></i></b></p>
  2274. </div>
  2275. </div>
  2276. <div>Thanks,</div>
  2277. <div>Ben</div>
  2278. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-card-closeout/">Camp Card Closeout</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2286. <item>
  2287. <title>Free Fishing Day Scheduled in July!</title>
  2288. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/free-fishing-day-scheduled-in-july/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=free-fishing-day-scheduled-in-july</link>
  2289. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/free-fishing-day-scheduled-in-july/#respond</comments>
  2291. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2292. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:25:20 +0000</pubDate>
  2293. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1421</guid>
  2294.  
  2295. <description><![CDATA[<p>Annual Opportunity to Discover Fishing in Maryland Photo by Stephen Badger The Maryland Department of Natural Resources offers license-free fishing days on  July 4 — a free option to explore Maryland’s diverse and unique fishing experiences without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration. For more details: https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/05/28/free-fishing-days-scheduled-in-june-and-july/    </p>
  2296. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/free-fishing-day-scheduled-in-july/">Free Fishing Day Scheduled in July!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2297. ]]></description>
  2298. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2299. <p><i>Annual Opportunity to Discover Fishing in Maryland</i></p>
  2300. <div class="wp-caption alignright"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46791285025_a9affbbac4.jpg" alt="Photo of man fishing along riverside" width="352" height="198" />
  2301. <p class="wp-caption-text">Photo by Stephen Badger</p>
  2302. </div>
  2303. <p>The <a href="https://dnr.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Maryland Department of Natural Resources</a> offers license-free fishing days on  July 4 — a free option to explore Maryland’s diverse and unique fishing experiences without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration.</p>
  2304. <p>For more details: <a href="https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/05/28/free-fishing-days-scheduled-in-june-and-july/">https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/05/28/free-fishing-days-scheduled-in-june-and-july/</a>    </p>
  2305. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/free-fishing-day-scheduled-in-july/">Free Fishing Day Scheduled in July!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2313. <item>
  2314. <title>Updated Training News!</title>
  2315. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-training-news/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=updated-training-news</link>
  2316. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-training-news/#respond</comments>
  2318. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2319. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
  2320. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1420</guid>
  2321.  
  2322. <description><![CDATA[<p>Adults:New Scouts BSA Training A new online and facilitated version of Scouts BSA training will be available on August 3rd.  If you are currently completing the training please complete prior to this date as we will be changing the Learning Plans for all positions – Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster, Committee Chair, Committee Member and Merit Badge Counselor. If [&#8230;]</p>
  2323. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-training-news/">Updated Training News!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2325. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2326. <p><strong>Adults:<br /></strong>New Scouts BSA Training</p>
  2327. <p>A new online and facilitated version of Scouts BSA training will be available on <strong><u>August 3rd.</u></strong>  <strong><u>If you are currently completing the training please complete prior to this date</u></strong> as we will be changing the Learning Plans for all positions – Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster, Committee Chair, Committee Member and Merit Badge Counselor. <strong><u>If you do not complete by August 2<sup>nd</sup> , by 11:59pm, you will have to restart the training using the new learning plans and modules.</u></strong></p>
  2328. <p>The new online learning combines content resulting in fewer modules.  We have also streamlined courses to help reduce the total time it takes to complete the training. The new facilitated course uses offline versions of the learning modules to facilitate maintenance on any future changes &#8211; thus the online and facilitated content are simultaneously updated to ensure consistency in the versions of the training.</p>
  2329. <p>Please note: Completion of the appropriate portion of the Scouts BSA <strong><u>in-person</u></strong> session will meet the requirements for.</p>
  2330. <ul>
  2331. <li>Scoutmaster &amp; Assistant Scoutmaster: S24 Scoutmaster Specific Training</li>
  2332. <li>Merit Badge Counselor: D76 Merit Badge Counselor Orientation Training</li>
  2333. <li>Troop Committee Chair &amp; Committee: WS10 Troop Committee Challenge</li>
  2334. </ul>
  2335. <p>Thank you for being a trained leader and working with the youth!</p>
  2336. <p><strong>Youth and Adults</strong>:<br />In-person Den Chief Training will continue to be offered. (Seneca District – book is included in course fee.)</p>
  2337. <p><strong>****New online Den Chief Training (C31)<br /></strong>Allow 50-60 minutes for this course at the minimum.</p>
  2338. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/training/den-chief-training/">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/training/den-chief-training/</a></p>
  2339. <p>This link allows you to launch the online version of the training.  Please note that there is no tracking and if you exit from the training prior to the completion of it and without printing your certificate you will have to restart the training from the beginning.</p>
  2340. <p>This course will <strong><u>NOT</u></strong> record automatically anywhere in scouting records.</p>
  2341. <p><strong><u>Youth</u></strong>: You will need to take your certificate to your Unit so that they can enter it into your scouting record. <strong><u>Adult</u></strong>: Send a copy of the certificate to Mary Lou Gundersen, <a href="mailto:mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net">mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net</a>, and she will manually record it in your scouting record.</p>
  2342. <p><strong><u>Youth</u></strong>: You will still need to purchase a Den Chief Hand book.  You will need it for reference and for the Den Chief Award.</p>
  2343. <p>A Den Chief is a Scout, Venture or Sea Scout assisting a Cub Scout den. But the story is far more important than those words suggest as the Den Chief:</p>
  2344. <ul>
  2345. <li>Serves as a Scouting role model for the Cub Scouts in the den, as well as the entire pack;</li>
  2346. <li>Promotes Scouting in general and the local troop in particular;</li>
  2347. <li>Encourages the transition of Webelos Scouts into Scouts BSA;</li>
  2348. <li>Holds a leadership position in the troop or crew, thus fulfilling an advancement requirement in the unit.</li>
  2349. </ul>
  2350. <p>In addition, a trained Den Chief:</p>
  2351. <ul>
  2352. <li>Assists the den leader with planning and conducting den meetings;</li>
  2353. <li>Understands the Cub Scouting program and the differences between Cub Scouts and other Scouting programs;</li>
  2354. <li>Understands the den leader’s duties and confidently helps lead portions of the den meeting program;</li>
  2355. <li>Knows a variety of resources for age-appropriate activities for Cub Scouts in the den;</li>
  2356. <li>Brings a repertoire of activities that Cub Scouts enjoy.</li>
  2357. </ul>
  2358. <p>This training is designed to build on each of these ideas using a framework that will allow the new Den Chief, or perhaps the experienced Den Chief looking for new ideas, to have fun and learn the role.</p>
  2359. <p>Adult leaders need to make sure the role is seen as important and necessary. In agreeing to accept a Den Chief’s assistance, they ensure the Den Chief has meaningful opportunities to support the den and assist with activities, to the best of the Den Chief’s ability. In this way, the den receives the many benefits of having a Den Chief while the Den Chief has opportunities to learn and grow as a leader and Scout.</p>
  2360. <p>Cubmasters request Den Chief help from Scoutmasters, Crew Advisors or Ship Skippers. These adults need to acknowledge the importance of Den Chiefs before the whole troop, crew or ship and make sure all members understand that the Den Chief holds a leadership position of responsibility.</p>
  2361. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-training-news/">Updated Training News!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2369. <item>
  2370. <title>Program Launch Materials</title>
  2371. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-materials/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=program-launch-materials</link>
  2372. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-materials/#respond</comments>
  2374. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2375. <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 04:26:56 +0000</pubDate>
  2376. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1416</guid>
  2377.  
  2378. <description><![CDATA[<p>Missed last week&#8217;s program launch? &#8211; we have the materials available for you.</p>
  2379. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-materials/">Program Launch Materials</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2380. ]]></description>
  2381. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2382. <p>Missed last week&#8217;s program launch? &#8211; we have the <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17LY-hSDxRiWBDIgV8VO9Pqy6p0aon0qV?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web">materials</a> available for you.</p>
  2383. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-materials/">Program Launch Materials</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2384. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2391. <item>
  2392. <title>Available Seabase Slots</title>
  2393. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/available-seabase-slots/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=available-seabase-slots</link>
  2394. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/available-seabase-slots/#respond</comments>
  2396. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2397. <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 04:14:40 +0000</pubDate>
  2398. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1415</guid>
  2399.  
  2400. <description><![CDATA[<p>Ship 125 has been offered 2 slots at Seabase—1 adult and 1 youth (males).   Date and itinerary are TBD due to rolling cancellations, but as of now, this unit trip is a “go” with openings, as noted above. For anyone interested in Sea Scouting, here’s an opportunity to jump in with both feet! Contact [&#8230;]</p>
  2401. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/available-seabase-slots/">Available Seabase Slots</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2402. ]]></description>
  2403. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2404. <div>Ship 125 has been offered 2 slots at Seabase—1 adult and 1 youth (males).</div>
  2405. <div> </div>
  2406. <div>Date and itinerary are TBD due to rolling cancellations, but as of now, this unit trip is a “go” with openings, as noted above. For anyone interested in Sea Scouting, here’s an opportunity to jump in with both feet! Contact ASAP <a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a> or call/text: 202-577-7339, if interested, to be put in contact with the unit. Seamanship training available virtually to prepare for the trip, if desired. </div>
  2407. <div dir="ltr"> </div>
  2408. <div dir="ltr">Paula Sind-Prunier</div>
  2409. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/available-seabase-slots/">Available Seabase Slots</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2410. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2417. <item>
  2418. <title>Archery: New Date September 26</title>
  2419. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-new-date-september-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=archery-new-date-september-26</link>
  2420. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-new-date-september-26/#respond</comments>
  2422. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2423. <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 04:24:53 +0000</pubDate>
  2424. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1411</guid>
  2425.  
  2426. <description><![CDATA[<p>We have moved  the Archery event out to Saturday, September 26. Same time, same place.  We also moved all the registrations forward in time &#8211; so you still have your slots. Register here</p>
  2427. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-new-date-september-26/">Archery: New Date September 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2428. ]]></description>
  2429. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2430. <p>We have moved  the Archery event out to Saturday, September 26.</p>
  2431. <p>Same time, same place.  We also moved all the registrations forward in time &#8211; so you still have your slots.</p>
  2432. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-31238">here</a></p>
  2433. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-new-date-september-26/">Archery: New Date September 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2434. ]]></content:encoded>
  2436. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-new-date-september-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  2441. <item>
  2442. <title>Get your Slides from May Roundtable!</title>
  2443. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-slides-from-may-roundtable/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=get-your-slides-from-may-roundtable</link>
  2444. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-slides-from-may-roundtable/#respond</comments>
  2446. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2447. <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 04:19:44 +0000</pubDate>
  2448. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1406</guid>
  2449.  
  2450. <description><![CDATA[<p>Missed our monthly gathering? You can still see the slides.  </p>
  2451. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-slides-from-may-roundtable/">Get your Slides from May Roundtable!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2452. ]]></description>
  2453. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2454. <div class="wp-block-file"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Seneca-District-Round-Table-May-2020.pptx">Seneca-District-Round-Table-May-2020</a><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Seneca-District-Round-Table-May-2020.pptx" class="wp-block-file__button" download>Download</a></div>
  2455.  
  2456.  
  2457.  
  2458. <div class="wp-block-file"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Seneca-District-May-Cub-Scout-Round-Table.pptx">Seneca-District-May-Cub-Scout-Round-Table</a><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Seneca-District-May-Cub-Scout-Round-Table.pptx" class="wp-block-file__button" download>Download</a></div>
  2459.  
  2460.  
  2461.  
  2462. <div class="wp-block-file"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Citizen-Science-1.pptx">Citizen-Science-1</a><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2020/05/Citizen-Science-1.pptx" class="wp-block-file__button" download>Download</a></div>
  2463.  
  2464.  
  2465.  
  2466. <p>Missed our monthly gathering? You can still see the slides.</p>
  2467. <p> </p>
  2468. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-slides-from-may-roundtable/">Get your Slides from May Roundtable!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2476. <item>
  2477. <title>Virtual Program Launch: May 21</title>
  2478. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-program-launch-may-21-2</link>
  2479. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21-2/#respond</comments>
  2481. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2482. <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 04:13:15 +0000</pubDate>
  2483. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1405</guid>
  2484.  
  2485. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, May 21, 20207:30 p.m. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09 Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587Password: 320600One tap mobile+13017158592,,81693694587#,,1#,320600# US Or join by phone (audio only): +1 301 715 8592 US  Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587Password: 320600</p>
  2486. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21-2/">Virtual Program Launch: May 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2487. ]]></description>
  2488. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2489. <p>Thursday, May 21, <span class="gmail-il">2020</span><br />7:30 p.m.</p>
  2490. <p>Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09</a></p>
  2491. <p>Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587<br />Password: 320600<br />One tap mobile<br />+13017158592,,81693694587#,,1#,320600# US</p>
  2492. <p>Or join by phone (audio only):</p>
  2493. <p>+1 301 715 8592 US  <br />Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587<br />Password: 320600</p>
  2494. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21-2/">Virtual Program Launch: May 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2495. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2498. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2501. </item>
  2502. <item>
  2503. <title>NCAC Summer Camp Announcement</title>
  2504. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-summer-camp-announcement/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-summer-camp-announcement</link>
  2505. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-summer-camp-announcement/#respond</comments>
  2507. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2508. <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 04:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
  2509. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1404</guid>
  2510.  
  2511. <description><![CDATA[<p>From the National Capital Area Council of the cancellation of summer camp activities for 2020   Since we began Scouting At Home two months ago, our team has been sending you these weekly emails to keep you up to date with the impact of COVID-19 on local Scouting programs. Today we are saddened to inform you [&#8230;]</p>
  2512. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-summer-camp-announcement/">NCAC Summer Camp Announcement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2513. ]]></description>
  2514. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2515. <div>From the National Capital Area Council of the cancellation of summer camp activities for 2020</div>
  2516. <div> </div>
  2517. <div>Since we began Scouting At Home two months ago, our team has been sending you these weekly emails to keep you up to date with the impact of COVID-19 on local Scouting programs. Today we are saddened to inform you that NCAC&#8217;s board of directors voted last night to cancel our 2020 summer camp programs. <a href="https://em-ui.constantcontact.com/em-ui/em/page/em-ui/email#" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please watch this message from Scout Executive Craig Poland about how this decision was made and what comes next</a>.</div>
  2518. <div> </div>
  2519. <div>But just because camp is closed doesn&#8217;t mean that Scouting stops! We have assembled a team of volunteers who are designing a fun, exciting alternative program that will provide advancement opportunities for your Scouts. More information on these programs will be coming soon.</div>
  2520. <div> </div>
  2521. <div><a href="https://em-ui.constantcontact.com/em-ui/em/page/em-ui/email#" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">We are also continuing to develop resources for your Scouting At Home programs</a>. Check out this info about new programs for Cub Scouts, digital tools, and most exciting of all our Capital Camp-In on Memorial Day Weekend! </div>
  2522. <div> </div>
  2523. <div>Save the date, find your tent, prepare your S&#8217;mores, and we&#8217;ll see you all there!</div>
  2524. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-summer-camp-announcement/">NCAC Summer Camp Announcement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2525. ]]></content:encoded>
  2527. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-summer-camp-announcement/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2528. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2531. </item>
  2532. <item>
  2533. <title>Reserve Your National Camp-In Patch!</title>
  2534. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch</link>
  2535. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch/#respond</comments>
  2537. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2538. <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 01:07:14 +0000</pubDate>
  2539. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1403</guid>
  2540.  
  2541. <description><![CDATA[<p>What would any Scouting event be without a patch? To keep you updated on this special Limited Edition National Camp-In patch. Just enter your details below and you will notified when this patch is ready for shipping in the next 3 &#8211; 4 weeks. Patches $ 2.99 each. Order here</p>
  2542. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch/">Reserve Your National Camp-In Patch!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2543. ]]></description>
  2544. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2545. <p>What would any Scouting event be without a patch? To keep you updated on this special Limited Edition National Camp-In patch. Just enter your details below and you will notified when this patch is ready for shipping in the next 3 &#8211; 4 weeks. Patches $ 2.99 each.</p>
  2546. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePfwqOFg21TC2pHu3dbRtL8lrGyokmN36aRGTjYI5Dif8whQ/viewform">Order here</a></p>
  2547. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch/">Reserve Your National Camp-In Patch!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2548. ]]></content:encoded>
  2550. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/reserve-your-national-camp-in-patch/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2551. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2554. </item>
  2555. <item>
  2556. <title>NCAC Capital Camp-In: May 23-24</title>
  2557. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24</link>
  2558. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24/#respond</comments>
  2560. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2561. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 05:58:51 +0000</pubDate>
  2562. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1400</guid>
  2563.  
  2564. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last week, our Council announced that we will be offering our first Capital Camp-In! The event is being presented by the 100 Years of Camping Committee and they need your help getting the word out to the Scouts and the districts. Craig Weston asked me to pass along this message. Scouters,    Our council-wide virtual [&#8230;]</p>
  2565. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24/">NCAC Capital Camp-In: May 23-24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2566. ]]></description>
  2567. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2568. <div>Last week, our Council announced that we will be offering our first Capital Camp-In! The event is being presented by the 100 Years of Camping Committee and they need your help getting the word out to the Scouts and the districts. Craig Weston asked me to pass along this message. <br /><br />Scouters, </div>
  2569. <div> </div>
  2570. <div>Our council-wide virtual camp-out for May 23-24, named the &#8220;Capital Camp-In&#8221;, is coming together but we definitely need your help to round-up youth lead content for scouts of all ages.</div>
  2571. <div> </div>
  2572. <div>So far, we&#8217;ve identified contributors for the opening/closing ceremonies, the campfire and Scouts Own service.  We&#8217;ve also got guest speakers,  some great adult scouter training and enrichment, as well as orientation courses on Powder Horn, Wood Badge and of course, our summer camps.</div>
  2573. <div> </div>
  2574. <div>We&#8217;ve got 3 Zoom channels (capacity of 300 participants per channel) and unlimited webinar connectivity reserved for the weekend.  We will be doing presentations and activities in one hour time blocks, although the activities don&#8217;t need to be that long.  The activities or presentations can be pre-recorded or live with Q&amp;A.</div>
  2575. <div> </div>
  2576. <div>Our big need is scout produced and lead content for Cubs, Scouts BSA and Venturing.  We only have two identified contributors so far!  But we know there are units and scouts in your districts that have been doing fabulous virtual training and fun activities over the past weeks.  The talent is out there, for sure.   Please locate those scouts and units that like to be on stage or have a passion for sharing their knowledge with others.  Ask their unit leader to send me an email and we will schedule them for a time slot on the 23rd or the morning of the 24th.</div>
  2577. <div> </div>
  2578. <div>Also, keep an eye out over the next week for a special web page and Facebook page about the Capital Camp-In.  These pages will be the &#8220;go to&#8221; resource for this event.</div>
  2579. <div> </div>
  2580. <div>Scouting Continues</div>
  2581. <div> </div>
  2582. <div>Craig Weston<br /><a class="autolinked" href="mailto:craigweston16@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-behavior="truncate">craigweston16@gmail.com</a></div>
  2583. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24/">NCAC Capital Camp-In: May 23-24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2584. ]]></content:encoded>
  2586. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-capital-camp-in-may-23-24/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2587. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2590. </item>
  2591. <item>
  2592. <title>Virtual Venturing Mentoring Classes: May 16</title>
  2593. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-venturing-mentoring-classes-may-16/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-venturing-mentoring-classes-may-16</link>
  2594. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-venturing-mentoring-classes-may-16/#respond</comments>
  2596. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2597. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 05:52:10 +0000</pubDate>
  2598. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1399</guid>
  2599.  
  2600. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Venturing friends, Join us on May 16th for a morning of virtual training from 9:00AM to 12:00PM! Our incoming and outgoing officers will be holding a series of trainings focused on planning, promoting, leading, and supporting a successful event.   These trainings will be offered for all Venturers, but different aspects may benefit certain [&#8230;]</p>
  2601. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-venturing-mentoring-classes-may-16/">Virtual Venturing Mentoring Classes: May 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2602. ]]></description>
  2603. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2604. <p>Dear Venturing friends,</p>
  2605. <div>
  2606. <div>Join us on May 16th for a morning of virtual training from 9:00AM to 12:00PM! Our incoming and outgoing officers will be holding a series of trainings focused on planning, promoting, leading, and supporting a successful event.</div>
  2607. <div> </div>
  2608. <div>These trainings will be offered for all Venturers, but different aspects may benefit certain positions more than others. For example, Planning/Leading an event is targeted towards the Program and President positions, while Promoting/Supporting an event is targeted towards the Communications and Administration positions.</div>
  2609. <div> </div>
  2610. <div>We will also be offering Mentoring training!</div>
  2611. <div> </div>
  2612. <div>To sign up, just use this <a href="https://hs-5932366.t.hubspotfree-hm.net/e2t/c/*W6Js0Vs3hYb23W47dzfD3flyTt0/*W36TSkD8v534XV9_yvG8DPt4h0/5/f18dQhb0Smh_8XJ8QKW3p9R7-50RnyCVqBZCB1TNW_SW1FSlRm56qZCNVcnTGj984JB7W6Pygq_25NVVQW86Msm77mNzqFW5XbghG4CQxBnW90G7th8S23M9N2yJF1WYT2jkW6P4lCX3Vpx8-W7NrMZs3ndm6jW49WVtr3VVg3wW4TTz6K4Z09TjW57-WqM3H_PtyW2DzCtR1zBkVxW45X59v3vZ3FhW49zZ5f3-wrtlN21MB_KTmGsgVzpssn4Qz59FW34-LfL2V0T3HW4tg34r5Yc_jSW6HxHWB5PQwj2W2FS72j3xxwSvW4wCysw3vKlCTW4bdt5V3SR_NhW6n6X9W2G1VQTW1jCFWn2QbrxFW6jhCJ23f_5_KW4p7yDT2zz8qpW1lbVX51qg4Z3VSbbLZ2b9b9DW1ph1vV8BtbzDVq45Kk4c-1VgW6Zhq2m7NY2gGW8Frq_P7_w__bW93cvn58r-fYzW85v2466-5zTBMdSQk91_P_8f6Y10f811" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Form</a>!</div>
  2613. <div> </div>
  2614. </div>
  2615. <p>Yours in Venturing,<br />NER Area 6 Communications</p>
  2616. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-venturing-mentoring-classes-may-16/">Virtual Venturing Mentoring Classes: May 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2617. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2620. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2623. </item>
  2624. <item>
  2625. <title>Become a Yosemite Virtual Junior Ranger from Home!</title>
  2626. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home</link>
  2627. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home/#respond</comments>
  2629. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2630. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 05:47:49 +0000</pubDate>
  2631. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1398</guid>
  2632.  
  2633. <description><![CDATA[<p>How do you earn your virtual junior ranger badge? Download the junior ranger activity worksheets. Virtual Junior Ranger Activity Worksheets (English) [624 kb PDF] Virtual Junior Ranger Activity Worksheets (Spanish) [637 kb PDF] After completing your junior ranger activities, email photos/scans to yose_information@nps.gov. Make sure to include your full name and address in order to [&#8230;]</p>
  2634. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home/">Become a Yosemite Virtual Junior Ranger from Home!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2635. ]]></description>
  2636. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2637. <h3>How do you earn your virtual junior ranger badge?</h3>
  2638. <p>Download the junior ranger activity worksheets.</p>
  2639. <ul>
  2640. <li><a id="CP___PAGEID=6466206|" href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/upload/Virtual_JR_English_Print.pdf">Virtual Junior Ranger Activity Worksheets</a> (English) [624 kb PDF]</li>
  2641. <li><a id="CP___PAGEID=6466207|" href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/upload/Virtual_JR_Spanish_Print.pdf">Virtual Junior Ranger Activity Worksheets</a> (Spanish) [637 kb PDF]</li>
  2642. </ul>
  2643. <p>After completing your junior ranger activities, email photos/scans to yose_information@nps.gov. Make sure to include your full name and address in order to receive the badge.</p>
  2644. <p>If you don&#8217;t have access to email, you may send finished work to:</p>
  2645. <p>ATTN: PIO<br />Yosemite National Park<br />P.O. Box 577<br />Yosemite, CA 95389</p>
  2646. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home/">Become a Yosemite Virtual Junior Ranger from Home!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2647. ]]></content:encoded>
  2649. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/become-a-yosemite-virtual-junior-ranger-from-home/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2650. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2653. </item>
  2654. <item>
  2655. <title>NCAC Scout @ Home 2020 Award Patch!</title>
  2656. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch</link>
  2657. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch/#respond</comments>
  2659. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2660. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 05:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
  2661. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1397</guid>
  2662.  
  2663. <description><![CDATA[<p>Introducing the NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award Patch! The NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award Patch recognizes Scouts for meeting the challenge of living by the Scout Oath and Law while the pandemic requires social distancing to be in place. To learn more about the Scouting at Home Patch requirements or to pre-order the [&#8230;]</p>
  2664. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch/">NCAC Scout @ Home 2020 Award Patch!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2665. ]]></description>
  2666. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2667. <p>Introducing the NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award Patch! The NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award Patch recognizes Scouts for meeting the challenge of living by the Scout Oath and Law while the pandemic requires social distancing to be in place. To learn more about the Scouting at Home Patch requirements or to pre-order the patch please visit <a href="https://weownadventure.com/introducing-the-ncac-scouting-at-home-2020-award/?fbclid=IwAR0sB3QRcDVg4RGWuAxea7xJixt0qnBYwZzueyK28UQU3fZBqTDkBh1xyN4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://weownadventure.com/introducing-the-ncac-scouting-at-home-2020-award/</a>!</p>
  2668. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch/">NCAC Scout @ Home 2020 Award Patch!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2669. ]]></content:encoded>
  2671. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-scout-home-2020-award-patch/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  2672. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  2675. </item>
  2676. <item>
  2677. <title>Virtual Program Launch: May 21</title>
  2678. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-program-launch-may-21</link>
  2679. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21/#respond</comments>
  2681. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2682. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 05:38:06 +0000</pubDate>
  2683. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1396</guid>
  2684.  
  2685. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District is inviting you to the 2020 Program Launch. Thursday, May 21, 20207:30 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09 Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587 Password: 320600 One tap mobile +13017158592,,81693694587#,,1#,320600# US Or join by phone (audio only): +1 301 715 8592 US  Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587 Password: 320600</p>
  2686. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21/">Virtual Program Launch: May 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2687. ]]></description>
  2688. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2689. <p>Seneca District is inviting you to the 2020 Program Launch. <u></u><u></u></p>
  2690. <p>Thursday, May 21, 2020<br />7:30 p.m.<u></u><u></u></p>
  2691. <p>Join Zoom Meeting <br /><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81693694587?pwd=MlVPR0J3eGcwWVlNUHpXZC8xK2ZqZz09</a><u></u><u></u></p>
  2692. <p>Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587 <br />Password: 320600 <br />One tap mobile <br />+13017158592,,81693694587#,,1#,320600# US <u></u><u></u></p>
  2693. <p>Or join by phone (audio only):<u></u><u></u></p>
  2694. <p>+1 301 715 8592 US  <br />Meeting ID: 816 9369 4587 <br />Password: 320600</p>
  2695. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21/">Virtual Program Launch: May 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2696. ]]></content:encoded>
  2698. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-program-launch-may-21/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  2703. <item>
  2704. <title>Together We Give</title>
  2705. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/together-we-give/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=together-we-give</link>
  2706. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/together-we-give/#respond</comments>
  2708. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2709. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 20:14:06 +0000</pubDate>
  2710. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1393</guid>
  2711.  
  2712. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Scouting Families: Today people all around the world are coming together to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities at the grassroots level for #GivingTuesdayNow. Will you be one of them? National Capital Area Council is one of the participating organizations and we need your help! By joining the #GivingTuesdayNow movement [&#8230;]</p>
  2713. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/together-we-give/">Together We Give</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2714. ]]></description>
  2715. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2716. <h2>Dear Scouting Families:</h2>
  2717. <p>Today people all around the world are coming together to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities at the grassroots level for #GivingTuesdayNow. Will you be one of them? National Capital Area Council is one of the participating organizations and we need your help!</p>
  2718. <p>By joining the #GivingTuesdayNow movement and <strong>tuning in to tonight’s Virtual Campfire at 7pm</strong>, you’re proving that in times of uncertainty, generosity can bring the whole world together. Here is how you can participate:</p>
  2719. <p><strong>1. Give.</strong> Go to <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2F%2520www.ncacbsa.org%2Fgive&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=b72235a9bbe2dc55c1fb330364496444e8ffe2a945fdb758c7111b2f9c7b6308" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.ncacbsa.org/give</a> today to donate. <strong>In honor of #GivingTuesdayNow we have an anonymous donor match! All donations made to Friends of Scouting today will be matched dollar for dollar up to $20,000 for camperships. This match funding will allow financially burdened families the opportunity to send their Scouts to summer camp! </strong>You can also support our organization with gifts from your IRA, stocks transfers, Donor Advised Fund, or with a planned gift by contacting <a href="mailto:Jenna.Welle@scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jenna.Welle@scouting.org</a></p>
  2720. <p>2. <strong>Follow.</strong> Be an advocate for Scouting by following us on <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Ffacebook.com%2Fncacbsa&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=986ab0c7feb296b055ceef7de8e80fd72f74c122001557322bcd7dd4eabfe05a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Fncacbsa&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=7246db3867063475ebbba3e71ef101041c93a5dca53e0745583ebc72a13bd90d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fncacbsa&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=38264e320b1a55ee3b9e9ca9ac8116fc49cddf0d427058f6643b20eab831eb0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>and invite your friends to do the same.</p>
  2721. <p>3. <strong>Spread the word.</strong> Post a short video or photo and share what Scouting means to you and why you support NCAC. Make sure to use hashtag #GivingTuesdayNow and #myNCAC</p>
  2722. <p>4. <strong>Watch.</strong> Join us this evening at 7pm for NCAC’s first Virtual Campfire by visiting: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F700708750701735&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=747dd4a5afab3be6c568fd59fe6937659501027ec58bed4164363d39c38f3a9c" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/events/700708750701735</a></p>
  2723. <p>Let&#8217;s rally together to ensure that local Scouting Continues! Learn more at <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261372&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fgiving-tuesday-now%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DCopy%2Bof%2BGiving%2BTuesday%2BNow%2BTuesday%2BMorning&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a4a02af3878e68cd5ff3c4e69e0054709599fdd0337dcf7c8a23501c12f207cb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ncacbsa.org/giving-tuesday-now/</a></p>
  2724. <p>See you all tonight around the campfire!</p>
  2725. <p>Craig Poland<br />Scout Executive/CEO </p>
  2726. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/together-we-give/">Together We Give</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2727. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2734. <item>
  2735. <title>May Roundtable: May 14</title>
  2736. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-roundtable-may-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=may-roundtable-may-14</link>
  2737. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-roundtable-may-14/#respond</comments>
  2739. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2740. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 20:01:55 +0000</pubDate>
  2741. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1392</guid>
  2742.  
  2743. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our next Virtual Round Table will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 7:30 pm.  The &#8220;Meeting Room&#8221; will be open by 7 PM for all participants.  We will start out with a joint session to get things going and to check in on how units are doing in the new &#8220;Virtual Meeting&#8221; world.  We [&#8230;]</p>
  2744. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-roundtable-may-14/">May Roundtable: May 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2745. ]]></description>
  2746. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Our next Virtual Round Table will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 7:30 pm.  The &#8220;Meeting Room&#8221; will be open by 7 PM for all participants.  We will start out with a joint session to get things going and to check in on how units are doing in the new &#8220;Virtual Meeting&#8221; world.  We will then have a separate breakout meeting for Cub Scout Leaders as well as Scouts BSA leaders.  The link for the joint meeting is below</div>
  2747. <div></div>
  2748. <div></div>
  2749. <div><a href="https://meet.google.com/fqe-kthu-piq">https://meet.google.com/fqe-kthu-piq</a></div>
  2750. <div></div>
  2751. <div></div>
  2752. <div>Scouts BSA will talk more about virtual outdoor activities.  Updates on National and local activities will also be presented.  We&#8217;d also like to talk about how to &#8220;Spin your own Virtual Summer Camp&#8221; as some councils have already canceled or delayed their summer activities.</div>
  2753. <div></div>
  2754. <div>The Cub Scout breakout link will be posted during the meeting.</div>
  2755. <div></div>
  2756. <div>Here is a link to a folder that contains the PowerPoint presentation, notes from the April meeting and a suggestion for activities for your units.</div>
  2757. <div></div>
  2758. <div><a href="https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB</a></div>
  2759. <div></div>
  2760. <div>
  2761. <div dir="ltr">
  2762. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  2763. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  2764. </div>
  2765. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-roundtable-may-14/">May Roundtable: May 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2766. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2773. <item>
  2774. <title>Scouting For Food</title>
  2775. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-8</link>
  2776. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-8/#respond</comments>
  2778. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2779. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 19:59:45 +0000</pubDate>
  2780. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1391</guid>
  2781.  
  2782. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are now experiencing an historic national emergency that has created extraordinary needs. Just as they did in times of world war and those calls for sacrifice by the American people, Scouts and Scouting can demonstrate their devotion to community service by helping to meet the greatly increased food demands while keeping themselves safe. Local [&#8230;]</p>
  2783. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-8/">Scouting For Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2784. ]]></description>
  2785. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2786. <p>We are now experiencing an historic national emergency that has created extraordinary needs. Just as they did in times of world war and those calls for sacrifice by the American people, Scouts and Scouting can demonstrate their devotion to community service by helping to meet the greatly increased food demands while keeping themselves safe.<br /><br />Local food banks are being overwhelmed by requests from families that lack emergency financial resources and have not had the ability to stockpile food. They need donations of money, shelf-stable food, and other items.  I&#8217;m still working on details with local food banks.  I know Manna has drop off at their location on Gaither Road.  I&#8217;m waiting to hear back from Gaithersburg HELP.  <br /><br />Rather than collecting door to door, we are going to try the following:</p>
  2787. <div>Place a Scouting for Food sign in your front yard next to a waterproof container, asking for donations for your local food bank. This can be done by block, neighborhood, however YOUR UNIT wants to collect.  When the container is full (or you have a carload!) enlist an adult to drive you to the food agency.  </div>
  2788. <div> </div>
  2789. <div>Use Facebook, Next Door, and other social media to let people know of your locations for pick up.  </div>
  2790. <div> </div>
  2791. <div>Let&#8217;s make this a bigger success than our annual November collection!  It&#8217;s time for SCOUTS TO SHINE!  </div>
  2792. <div dir="ltr"><br />
  2793. <div>Thanks for all that you do.<br />&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</div>
  2794. </div>
  2795. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-8/">Scouting For Food</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2796. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2803. <item>
  2804. <title>1/4&#8243; elastic for making masks available to units</title>
  2805. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1-4-elastic-for-making-masks-available-to-units/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=1-4-elastic-for-making-masks-available-to-units</link>
  2806. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1-4-elastic-for-making-masks-available-to-units/#respond</comments>
  2808. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2809. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 03:18:42 +0000</pubDate>
  2810. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1390</guid>
  2811.  
  2812. <description><![CDATA[<p>I wanted to offer 1/4&#8243; elastic for making masks to help units that want to do a good turn for their community or medical professionals, etc.   The back story is that I wanted to encourage and inspire Troop 33&#8217;s PLC while they are adjusting the Scouting experience to meet the challenges of the COVID-19 [&#8230;]</p>
  2813. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1-4-elastic-for-making-masks-available-to-units/">1/4&#8243; elastic for making masks available to units</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2814. ]]></description>
  2815. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2816. <div>I wanted to offer 1/4&#8243; elastic for making masks to help units that want to do a good turn for their community or medical professionals, etc. </div>
  2817. <div> </div>
  2818. <div>The back story is that I wanted to encourage and inspire Troop 33&#8217;s PLC while they are adjusting the Scouting experience to meet the challenges of the COVID-19 state of emergency.  I made one for each of my boys to test different size templates, and 14 more for all the PLC members when I was ready for production. I made a mask for each Scout with their current rank displayed on the left-hand side like where their rank is worn on the uniform shirt.</div>
  2819. <div> </div>
  2820. <div>Anyway, I had some difficulty finding elastic because stores like G Street Fabrics, JOANN, and Michael&#8217;s are closed. I found an upholstery shop that hooked me up with a supplier, and now have a large roll of 1/4&#8243; black elastic strip. I&#8217;m happy to give it away while I have it, so if you can get the word out to your units then I can work out a way to distribute it to them safely.</div>
  2821. <div> </div>
  2822. <div>YiS,</div>
  2823. <div> </div>
  2824. <div>Lee Howard</div>
  2825. <div>Troop 33 ASM</div>
  2826. <div>Wood Badge N6-82-17-2</div>
  2827. <div>301-377-2222</div>
  2828. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1-4-elastic-for-making-masks-available-to-units/">1/4&#8243; elastic for making masks available to units</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2829. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2836. <item>
  2837. <title>“Scouting At Home” Timeframe Extended</title>
  2838. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-timeframe-extended/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-at-home-timeframe-extended</link>
  2839. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-timeframe-extended/#respond</comments>
  2841. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2842. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 03:17:05 +0000</pubDate>
  2843. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1389</guid>
  2844.  
  2845. <description><![CDATA[<p>Due to the continuing pandemic in our communities, National Capital Area Council, BSA is extending “Scouting At Home” until further notice. The Marriott Scout Service Center and all NCAC camping properties will be closed to the public during this time, but our friendly staff remains available to help! Please contact us for all your Scouting [&#8230;]</p>
  2846. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-timeframe-extended/">“Scouting At Home” Timeframe Extended</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2847. ]]></description>
  2848. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2849. <p>Due to the continuing pandemic in our communities, National Capital Area Council, BSA is extending “Scouting At Home” until further notice. The Marriott Scout Service Center and all NCAC camping properties will be closed to the public during this time, but our friendly staff remains available to help! <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/contact-us/">Please contact us for all your Scouting needs</a>.</p>
  2850. <p>We encourage all our units to continue holding virtual meetings and events. <a href="https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/">There are a lot of amazing stories on WeOwnAdventure.com</a> and we are inspired by your continued innovation and creativity! If your unit is looking to start holding online meetings, check out these <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/">resources for virtual meetings</a>.</p>
  2851. <p>We also want to invite you to our Council’s first Virtual Campfire! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/700708750701735">Join us on May 5, 7pm on our Facebook page for songs, skits, and Scout Spirit.</a> Can’t wait to see you there!</p>
  2852. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-timeframe-extended/">“Scouting At Home” Timeframe Extended</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2853. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2859. </item>
  2860. <item>
  2861. <title>STEM @ HOME</title>
  2862. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-home/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-home</link>
  2863. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-home/#respond</comments>
  2865. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2866. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 03:09:22 +0000</pubDate>
  2867. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1388</guid>
  2868.  
  2869. <description><![CDATA[<p>Want to earn the Cub Scouts Can Code or 1-2-3 Go Math Nova Awards? It&#8217;s easy just visit the new STEM@Home website and work on your Nova Awards from the comfort of your home!Also join us every Thursday evening at 7pm for the new STEM@Home Speaker Series. The series includes conversations with STEM professionals, activities [&#8230;]</p>
  2870. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-home/">STEM @ HOME</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2871. ]]></description>
  2872. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2873. <p>Want to earn the Cub Scouts Can Code or 1-2-3 Go M<a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261173&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fhashtag%2Fmath%3Fsrc%3Dhashtag_click&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a287b68a423e3b6cdb047fb4b9b4d9663bf2d352994c2f3458e214d02d3b39cc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ath</a> Nova Awards? It&#8217;s easy just visit the new <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261173&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-STEMatHome&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=69d1599d33bf50a649b76ab9e6d63f30a7d1ceeaf98d549a96b65f6c13624989" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">STEM@Home website</a> and work on your Nova Awards from the comfort of your home!Also join us every Thursday evening at 7pm for the new STEM@Home Speaker Series. The series includes conversations with STEM professionals, activities and virtual games (including one with virtual reality) through ZOOM &amp; <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261173&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Ffacebook.com%2Fncacbsa&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=986ab0c7feb296b055ceef7de8e80fd72f74c122001557322bcd7dd4eabfe05a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook Live</a>. Register today!</p>
  2874. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-home/">STEM @ HOME</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2875. ]]></content:encoded>
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  2882. <item>
  2883. <title>Join Us for A Global Day of Unity – May 5</title>
  2884. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-us-for-a-global-day-of-unity-may-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=join-us-for-a-global-day-of-unity-may-5</link>
  2885. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-us-for-a-global-day-of-unity-may-5/#respond</comments>
  2887. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  2888. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 03:06:50 +0000</pubDate>
  2889. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1387</guid>
  2890.  
  2891. <description><![CDATA[<p>In this time of uncertainty, there&#8217;s a fundamental truth that gives us hope – that together we can do extraordinary things. Over the past few weeks and months, the entire world has been coming together to stand up, help out, give back, and heal, and National Capital Area Scouts are leading the way. Whether that&#8217;s [&#8230;]</p>
  2892. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-us-for-a-global-day-of-unity-may-5/">Join Us for A Global Day of Unity – May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  2893. ]]></description>
  2894. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2895. <p>In this time of uncertainty, there&#8217;s a fundamental truth that gives us hope – that together we can do extraordinary things. Over the past few weeks and months, the entire world has been coming together to stand up, help out, give back, and heal, and National Capital Area Scouts are leading the way. Whether that&#8217;s through donations to community organizations, celebrating doctors and nurses, or reaching out to a neighbor to help with groceries, generosity has been helping the entire world get through this global pandemic. Together.</p>
  2896. <p>May 5, National Capital Area Council is participating in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of unity and giving. <strong>We’ll also be hosting our first ever NCAC Virtual Campfire at 7pm on Facebook Live!</strong> As you know, here at NCAC Scouting has continued with online merit badge classes, virtual unit meetings and daily good turns everywhere in the D.C. Metro Region. The foundations of Scouting- developing academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership and citizenship, trying new things and providing service to others are now more valuable than ever. As NCAC navigates the impact of the pandemic on our organization, one thing remains unchanged, our youth need and deserve Scouting programs to stay available and to stay strong.</p>
  2897. <p>But we can’t do this without you!</p>
  2898. <p><strong>NCAC is excited to announce a special donor match in recognition of #GivingTuesdayNow. All donations made to Friends of Scouting will be matched dollar for dollar up to $20,000 for camperships. This match funding will allow financially burdened families the opportunity to send their Scouts to summer camp! </strong>Not only do we need your support, we need your help to spread the word. Please tell your friends and family why you believe in our work and encourage them to support us too! <strong>Remember, mark your calendar for 7pm tomorrow and join us at: </strong><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261253&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F700708750701735&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=747dd4a5afab3be6c568fd59fe6937659501027ec58bed4164363d39c38f3a9c" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/events/700708750701735</strong></a><strong> for our Virtual Campfire with special guests, singalongs and skits from local Scouts!</strong></p>
  2899. <p>Join the movement tomorrow May 5, 2020 and visit <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=261253&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fgiving-tuesday-now%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DGiving%2BTuesday%2BNow%2BMonday%2BMorning&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=5a9039914d13fc5b12284bc8525971821495dabcb932e27301e16f6fb7aedea6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ncacbsa.org/giving-tuesday-now/</a> to learn about all the ways you can participate in #GivingTuesdayNow. Thank you for being a part of the NCAC Family! </p>
  2900. <p>Yours in Scouting,<br />Craig Poland<br />Scout Executive/CEO</p>
  2901. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/join-us-for-a-global-day-of-unity-may-5/">Join Us for A Global Day of Unity – May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2910. <title>Scouting at Home!  Best Practices Update 5-4-2020</title>
  2911. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-best-practices-update-5-4-2020/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-at-home-best-practices-update-5-4-2020</link>
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  2915. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 03:03:53 +0000</pubDate>
  2916. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1386</guid>
  2917.  
  2918. <description><![CDATA[<p>Legend:  A (all programs), C (Cub Scout), SB (Scouts BSA), V (Venture, Sea Scout, Explorer), and ST (STEM) Virtual Meetings Aaron Chusid (Chief Communications Officer, NCAC) shares (A): Due to the continuing pandemic in our communities, National Capital Area Council, BSA is extending “Scouting At Home” until further notice. The Marriott Scout Service Center and [&#8230;]</p>
  2919. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-best-practices-update-5-4-2020/">Scouting at Home!  Best Practices Update 5-4-2020</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2922. <p><i>Legend:</i><b>  A </b><i>(all programs),</i><b> C </b><i>(Cub Scout),</i><b> SB </b><i>(Scouts BSA)</i><b>, V </b><i>(Venture, Sea Scout, Explorer), and</i><b> ST </b>(STEM)</p>
  2923. <p><strong>Virtual Meetings </strong></p>
  2924. <ol>
  2925. <li><em>Aaron Chusid (Chief Communications Officer, NCAC) shares </em><strong>(A)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  2926. </ol>
  2927. <p>Due to the continuing pandemic in our communities, National Capital Area Council, BSA is extending “Scouting At Home” until further notice. The Marriott Scout Service Center and all NCAC camping properties will be closed to the public during this time, but our friendly staff remains available to help! <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/contact-us/">Please contact us for all your Scouting needs</a>.</p>
  2928. <p>We encourage all our units to continue holding virtual meetings and events. <a href="https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/">There are a lot of amazing stories on WeOwnAdventure.com</a> and we are inspired by your continued innovation and creativity! If your unit is looking to start holding online meetings, check out these <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/">resources for virtual meetings</a>.</p>
  2929. <p><strong><em>We also want to invite you to our Council’s first Virtual Campfire!</em></strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/700708750701735">Join us on May 5, 7pm on our Facebook page for songs, skits, and Scout Spirit.</a> Can’t wait to see you there!</p>
  2930. <ol start="2">
  2931. <li><em>Virtual Eagle Scout Courts of Honor (A Request) <strong>(SB)</strong>:</em></li>
  2932. </ol>
  2933. <p>Has anyone in the NCAC conducted an Eagle Scout Court of Honor online?  We are looking for suggestions on how to best honor this high accomplishment in this time of social distancing.  If you have done one, let us know what happened and how it went.  If you are planning one, let us know that as well.</p>
  2934. <p><strong>How to do Scouting in the Time of COVID-19</strong></p>
  2935. <ol>
  2936. <li><em>Merit Badge Pamphlets Available on Amazon Kindle (Bryan on Scouting Shares) </em><strong>(SB)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  2937. </ol>
  2938. <p>We’ve previously shared a Scouter’s suggestion of merit badges that can be worked on from home and Scout Shop resources for some of those badges. Another resource you and your Scouts now have are digital merit badge pamphlets, available through Amazon Kindle.</p>
  2939. <p> </p>
  2940. <p>You can download the electronic reader application on your phone or tablet. Each digital pamphlet costs $4.99, the same price as hard-copy pamphlets. They’re compatible with any electronic device; they do not include interactive or enhanced content. You can also<em> find digital handbooks and other leader resources in the BSA’s Amazon Kindle library. </em><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/04/23/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4292020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content="><em>https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/04/23/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4292020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=</em></a></p>
  2941. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  2942. <ol>
  2943. <li><em>Save the Date: NCAC Council Wide Virtual Campfire on May 5 </em><strong>(A):</strong></li>
  2944. </ol>
  2945. <p>You bring the S&#8217;mores, we&#8217;ll bring the songs, skits, and Scout Spirit! Join us for a council-wide virtual campfire on May 5 streaming live on our Facebook page!</p>
  2946. <p><a href="https://click.icptrackcom/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F700708750701735%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a8ed0328592e6abdfec3f46887b243379a084aed40427a896cafd452e68b4ded">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebookcom%2Fevents%2F700708750701735%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a8ed0328592e6abdfec3f46887b243379a084aed40427a896cafd452e68b4ded</a></p>
  2947. <ol>
  2948. <li><em>Looking for Merit Badge Counselors (forwarded by NCAC) </em><strong>(SB,V)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  2949. </ol>
  2950. <p><strong>Volunteer from home</strong>: Hundreds of local Scouts are earning advancements with our new Merit Badge @Home program. We still need more instructors! The more classes we can offer, the more Scouts we can help! You can sign up at: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260999&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fmerit-badges-at-home%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DGiving%2BTuesday%2BNow&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=0886b20e59642b27ba72691f6d210c91265b5893518bd85c83b637f17fd54805">https://www.ncacbsa.org/merit-badges-at-home</a>.  </p>
  2951. <p><em> </em></p>
  2952. <ol>
  2953. <li><em>Troop 496 Goes Virtual Camping (Recommended by Jim Hardter, ADC, Seneca District)</em><strong> (SB,V)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  2954. </ol>
  2955. <p>Traditionally, Troop 496’s campout for April is the New Scout campout   Because of the COVID pandemic and state and BSA rules that do not allow large gatherings, Troop 496 held a virtual campout using Zoom. Ten new boys, representing the Trolls patrol, participated, as did four girls, representing the Artemis patrol. The girls will be the core of a new BSA Girls Troop forming in Poolesville.</p>
  2956. <p>The campout was led by the Troop SPL, Zach Ransom. The SPL was assisted by several older Scouts covering 10 different requirements. After the on-line portion of the campout, several of the Scouts took on the challenge to pitch a tent in their back yard and then spend the night in the tent that they pitched. The next day, the participants again met on Zoom to participate in a “Roses, Buds, and Thorns” exercise.</p>
  2957. <p><a href="https://weownadventure.com/troop-496-holds-virtual-new-scout-campout/">https://weownadventure.com/troop-496-holds-virtual-new-scout-campout/</a></p>
  2958. <p class="Default"><b>Opportunities to Serve (A)</b></p>
  2959. <p class="Default"><a name="_Hlk39489701"></a><i>1.       </i><i>Scouts Help Make Face Masks </i><a name="_Hlk38729181"></a><i>(reported by NCAC, Scouter Digest):</i><i></i></p>
  2960. <p class="Default">Quoc-Huy Nicholas Nguyen and DangKhoa Noah Nguyen of Scouts BSA Troop 1444, together with their mother (Thai Le) and the Vietnamese charities (Nha VietNam MD, The Marriage Family Enrichment Program of Our Lady of Vietnam Parish and many Vietnamese in DMV area) made thousands of cloth face masks to donate to local hospitals, nursing homes, police stations and places in need.  Volunteers donated money, fabric, and their time to sew masks. The two Scouts packaged the masks, which included washing, drying, ironing, putting them in zip lock bags, and labeling them. <br /><i><a href="https://weownadventure.com/boy-scout-values-during-a-pandemic/">https://weownadventure.com/boy-scout-values-during-a-pandemic/</a>   </i></p>
  2961. <p class="Default"><a name="_Hlk39489959"></a>2.       <i>Scout Makes COVID-19 Stay at Home Kits (reported by NCAC, Scouter Digest):</i><i><br /></i>Scout Zachary Leka of Troop 642 in Orange County, CA, took Family Life in the NCAC Merit Badge @Home program and was inspired to lead a project making Stay at Home Family Kits for families facing homelessness who are staying in shelters, motels, or RVs.<br />The kits included diapers, wipes, soap and shampoo, baby formula, non-perishable snacks and at-home activities for kids such as books, craft kits, art supplies and puzzles.<br /><i><a href="https://weownadventure.com/covid-19-stay-at-home-family-kits/">https://weownadventure.com/covid-19-stay-at-home-family-kits/</a></i></p>
  2962. <p class="Default">3.       <i>Star Scout Organizes a “No Contact” Food Drive (reported by NCAC, Scouter Digest):<br /></i>Star Scout Landon Hummel from Troop 1378 in Dale City, VA! He organized a “no contact” food drive, made a flyer, sent instructions to his troop, and collected 162 pounds of food for the Arlington Food Assistance Center!<br /><i><a href="https://weownadventure.com/star-scout-organizes-no-contact-food-drive/">https://weownadventure.com/star-scout-organizes-no-contact-food-drive/</a></i></p>
  2963. <p><strong>A Scout is Reverent (A)</strong></p>
  2964. <ol>
  2965. <li><em>Protestant Religious Emblems Online </em><em>(from P.R.A.Y):</em></li>
  2966. </ol>
  2967. <p>The Programs of Religious Activities With Youth (P.R.A.Y) Program, a Bible-based religious emblems program for Protestant and Independent Christian churches, has released a series of videos on the P.R.A.Y. YouTube Channel to assist parents who may wish to serve as counselors and help guide their children to completion of their religious emblem Each workbook lesson is highlighted, explained in depth with hints and helps for those who might be serving in the counselor role for the first time<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1HwTGCObuuqaLdBPHvBxmg">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1HwTGCObuuqaLdBPHvBxmg</a></p>
  2968. <p>At the request of clergy and counselors, a special eligibility extension is in effect until December 31, 2020. This means that students who are eligible for a program based on their current grade level in March 2020, will still be eligible to earn that award until the end of this calendar year, December 31, 2020. Instead of aging out of a program in the fall when starting a new grade at school, the P.R.A.Y. extension will allow young people to complete their requirements until December 31, 2020.  For more details go to <a href="https://www.praypub.org/">https://www.praypuborg/</a></p>
  2969. <p class="Default"><b>STEM Corner (ST)</b></p>
  2970. <ol start="1" type="1">
  2971. <li class="Default"><a name="_Hlk38720514"></a><i>Take a Trip to Yellowstone Park (forwarded by Ben Overbey, ACC, NCAC):<br /></i>Airstream has partnered with MacGillivray Freeman Films for this incredible look at Yellowstone. As the park is temporarily closed, this video of the animals, the topography, and the sounds of the place will have to suffice as a visit for now. <br /><a href="https://www.adventure-journal.com/2020/05/yellowstone-is-closed-for-a-bit-but-you-can-bring-it-into-your-living-room/"><i>https://www.adventure-journal.com/2020/05/yellowstone-is-closed-for-a-bit-but-you-can-bring-it-into-your-living-room/</i></a></li>
  2972. </ol>
  2973. <p class="Default"><b>BSA Resources Available Now!</b></p>
  2974. <p class="Default">•         <i>Boy’s Life App available for free!<b>(C,SB)</b></i></p>
  2975. <p class="Default">•         <i>Scouting Magazine App available for free!<a name="_Hlk38809494"></a><b>(A)</b></i></p>
  2976. <p class="Default">•         <i>National Statement on COVID-19  <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/</a></i></p>
  2977. <p class="Default">·         <i>COVID-19 FAQ   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/</a></i></p>
  2978. <p class="Default">•         <i>Merit badges for social distancing <b>(SB)</b>   58 badges Scouts can complete at home  <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/</a></i></p>
  2979. <p class="Default">•         <i>Fun projects for kids that you can do from home </i><b>(C)</b><i>   <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/</a></i></p>
  2980. <p class="Default">·         <i>Guide to Safe Scouting <b>(A)</b>   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a</a></i></p>
  2981. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC COVID-19 Updates <b>(A)</b>: <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/</a></i></p>
  2982. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC Guidance on Virtual Meetings with Youth <b>(A)</b>  <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/</a></i></p>
  2983. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC Guidance on Advancement during COVID -19 <b>(A)</b> : </i></p>
  2984. <p class="Default">·         <i><a href="https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/</a></i></p>
  2985. <p class="Default">•         <i><a href="http://scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome">Scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome</a> – a webpage with an ever-growing list of resources to help Scouting families and friends safely continue their adventures. Also check out #ScoutingAtHome and your council’s website for even more activities, ideas and helpful tips.</i></p>
  2986. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-best-practices-update-5-4-2020/">Scouting at Home!  Best Practices Update 5-4-2020</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  2995. <title>Updated merit badge pamphlets now available through Amazon Kindle</title>
  2996. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle</link>
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  3000. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 17:53:31 +0000</pubDate>
  3001. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1381</guid>
  3002.  
  3003. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouts are resourceful. So, while your troop may not be able to go on a weekend campout together during the COVID-19 pandemic, this time could be ideal to learn how to play a new game or work on the car or prepare a first aid kit for the family. We’ve previously shared a Scouter’s suggestion [&#8230;]</p>
  3004. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/">Updated merit badge pamphlets now available through Amazon Kindle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3005. ]]></description>
  3006. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scouts are resourceful. So, while your troop may not be able to go on a weekend campout together during the COVID-19 pandemic, this time could be ideal to learn how to play a new game or work on the car or prepare a first aid kit for the family.</p>
  3007. <p>We’ve previously shared a <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/">Scouter’s suggestion of merit badges</a> that can be worked on from home and <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/04/07/check-out-this-scout-shop-gear-to-help-work-on-merit-badges/">Scout Shop resources</a> for some of those badges. Another resource you and your Scouts now have are <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-text&amp;rh=p_27%3ABoy+Scouts+of+America&amp;s=relevancerank&amp;text=Boy+Scouts+of+America&amp;ref=dp_byline_sr_ebooks_1">digital merit badge pamphlets</a>, available through Amazon Kindle.</p>
  3008. <p><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/04/23/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/">Rest of article</a></p>
  3009. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-pamphlets-now-available-through-amazon-kindle/">Updated merit badge pamphlets now available through Amazon Kindle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3018. <title>Scouting Continues!</title>
  3019. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-continues</link>
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  3023. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:34:10 +0000</pubDate>
  3024. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1378</guid>
  3025.  
  3026. <description><![CDATA[<p>Legend:  A (all programs), C (Cub Scout), SB (Scouts BSA), V (Venture, Sea Scout, Explorer), and ST (STEM) Virtual Meetings The most recent from BSA on Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities (A) Bryan Martin Frivida (ACC, NCAC) shares (A): Bookmark these helpful pages: NCAC Scouting at Home Posts on WeOwnAdventure.com BSA Scouting At Home [&#8230;]</p>
  3027. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues/">Scouting Continues!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3028. ]]></description>
  3029. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><i>Legend:</i><b>  A </b><i>(all programs),</i><b> C </b><i>(Cub Scout),</i><b> SB </b><i>(Scouts BSA)</i><b>, V </b><i>(Venture, Sea Scout, Explorer), and</i><b> ST </b>(STEM)</p>
  3030. <p><strong>Virtual Meetings </strong></p>
  3031. <ol>
  3032. <li><em>The most recent from <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/digital-safety-and-online-scouting-activities/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4152020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=A">BSA on Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities</a></em> <strong>(A)</strong></li>
  3033. </ol>
  3034. <ol start="2">
  3035. <li><em>Bryan Martin Frivida (ACC, NCAC) shares </em><strong>(A)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  3036. </ol>
  3037. <p>Bookmark these helpful pages:</p>
  3038. <ul>
  3039. <li><a href="https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/">NCAC Scouting at Home Posts on WeOwnAdventure.com</a></li>
  3040. <li><a href="https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/">BSA Scouting At Home resource page</a></li>
  3041. <li><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/">BSA COVID-19 / Coronavirus resource page</a></li>
  3042. </ul>
  3043. <ol start="3">
  3044. <li><em>Virtual Eagle Scout Courts of Honor (A Request) <strong>(SB)</strong>:</em></li>
  3045. </ol>
  3046. <p>Has anyone in the NCAC conducted an Eagle Scout Court of Honor online?  We are looking for suggestions on how to best honor this high accomplishment in this time of social distancing.  If you have done one, let us know what happened and how it went.  If you are planning one, let us know that as well.</p>
  3047. <p><strong>How to do Scouting in the Time of COVID-19</strong></p>
  3048. <ol>
  3049. <li><em>Scouts Go Virtual Camping (forwarded by NCAC Scouting at Home Newsletter) </em><strong>(A)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  3050. </ol>
  3051. <p>From the backyard to the living room #myNCAC Scouts are finding ways to continue camping while maintaining physical distance. There&#8217;s hiking, tents, and, yes, even campfires. Watch NCAC Scout Executive Craig Poland share how #myNCAC Scouts are keeping the &#8220;Outing&#8221; in &#8220;Scouting&#8221;.  <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2F_R54PIpQvH8&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=8c5786cfac59850bc0e7a07013814ff33ed59765f013f1d1a3538b639eb38668">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2F_R54PIpQvH8&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=8c5786cfac59850bc0e7a07013814ff33ed59765f013f1d1a3538b639eb38668</a></p>
  3052. <p>Even in times of crisis, we must come together to support the greater good. Thank you to our amazing community, you enable us to continue to build and grow through your unwavering support. Please join us for #GivingTuesdayNow on May 5, a global day of generosity and unity. Support local Scouting programs through giving, helping those in need, or spreading kindness.</p>
  3053. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3054. <ol>
  3055. <li><em>Save the Date: NCAC Council Wide Virtual Campfire on May 5 </em><strong>(A):</strong></li>
  3056. </ol>
  3057. <p>You bring the S&#8217;mores, we&#8217;ll bring the songs, skits, and Scout Spirit! Join us for a council-wide virtual campfire on May 5 streaming live on our Facebook page!</p>
  3058. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F700708750701735%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a8ed0328592e6abdfec3f46887b243379a084aed40427a896cafd452e68b4ded">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F700708750701735%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a8ed0328592e6abdfec3f46887b243379a084aed40427a896cafd452e68b4ded</a></p>
  3059. <ol>
  3060. <li><em>Troop 13 Virtual Camp Out (forwarded by NCAC Scouting at Home Newsletter) </em><strong>(SB,V)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  3061. </ol>
  3062. <p>After their first month of virtual troop meetings, Troop 13 saw the opportunity to maintain their &#8220;troop spirit&#8221; and take their virtual meeting experience to the campground!</p>
  3063. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Ftroop-13-virtual-family-campout%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=0103588a90dbda1b07ffd2e849a9a11fe3c5f8876666a359a45f89db55f90859">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Ftroop-13-virtual-family-campout%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=0103588a90dbda1b07ffd2e849a9a11fe3c5f8876666a359a45f89db55f90859</a></p>
  3064. <ol>
  3065. <li><em>Troop 35 Goes Virtual Camping (forwarded by NCAC Scouting at Home Newsletter)</em><strong> (SB,V)</strong><em>:</em></li>
  3066. </ol>
  3067. <p>The youth leaders of Troop 35 designed a distance camping program complete with cooking, advancement, friendly competition, and an announcement video with incredible visual effects!</p>
  3068. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Ftroop-35-scouts-telecamping-program-cant-keep-good-scouts-from-doing%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a1fe54dab882b2114709d33fa78ae84d60ff0b29dc605fc5b0e81fa50d62c95a">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Ftroop-35-scouts-telecamping-program-cant-keep-good-scouts-from-doing%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=a1fe54dab882b2114709d33fa78ae84d60ff0b29dc605fc5b0e81fa50d62c95a</a></p>
  3069. <ol>
  3070. <li><em>From the New Birth of Freedom Council Website! (Recommended by Rick Rogers, Council Commissioner):</em></li>
  3071. </ol>
  3072. <ol>
  3073. <li>Fun projects for kids that you can do from home (Bryan on Scouting) <strong>(C )</strong>:<br />
  3074. <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/?fbclid=IwAR18b-GOO1H_HJHVYK1J2A-FljlIy6vnTmNsUZEuzbVJ580Www2TnnMnWkY">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/?fbclid=IwAR18b-GOO1H_HJHVYK1J2A-FljlIy6vnTmNsUZEuzbVJ580Www2TnnMnWkY</a></li>
  3075. <li>Acts of Scouting service you can do from home (Bryan on Scouting) <strong>(SB,V):</strong></li>
  3076. <li><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/18/good-turns-during-the-coronavirus-acts-of-scouting-service-you-can-do-from-home/?fbclid=IwAR0dxQz_2OkaNIUn2jVWlyyu3VMMKPuAJW3hzzNBdVn3jh3fTQlQ-Tunhrk">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/18/good-turns-during-the-coronavirus-acts-of-scouting-service-you-can-do-from-home/?fbclid=IwAR0dxQz_2OkaNIUn2jVWlyyu3VMMKPuAJW3hzzNBdVn3jh3fTQlQ-Tunhrk</a></li>
  3077. <li>Check out Bryan on Scouting.  It’s updated regularly.  <strong>A Blog for Adult Scouting Leaders</strong>.</li>
  3078. </ol>
  3079. <p><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/</a></p>
  3080. <ol>
  3081. <li>Cub Scout Fun! <strong>(C ):<br />
  3082. </strong>There are a ton of great resources for Cub Scouts and their families.</li>
  3083. </ol>
  3084. <ul>
  3085. <li><a href="https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/preview-adventures/yo-yo/">Yo-Yo Preview Adventure sponsored by Duncan Toys</a></li>
  3086. <li><a href="https://boyslife.org/tag/science/">Scouting and the Science of Fun</a></li>
  3087. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/cub-scouts-summer-activities-blog-post.html">Ideas to Stay Busy at Home (for kids!)</a></li>
  3088. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/4-activities-to-do-at-home-during-coronavirus.html">4 Activities to Do at Home During Coronavirus</a></li>
  3089. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/fishing-a-guide-to-getting-hooked.html">Fishing: A Guide to Getting Hooked</a></li>
  3090. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/5-cub-scout-activities-for-your-weekend.html">5 Cub Scout Activities for Your Weekend</a></li>
  3091. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/worm-composting.html">Worm Composting (or Vermicomposting)</a></li>
  3092. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/top-ten-family-camping-activities.html">Top 10 Family Camping Activities</a></li>
  3093. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/scout-chef-kitchen-presents-leprechaun-garden-pasta.html">Scout Chef Kitchen presents Leprechaun Garden Pasta</a></li>
  3094. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/delicious-corn-chip-recipes-for-camping.html">Delicious Corn Ship Recipes for Camping</a></li>
  3095. <li><a href="https://www.scoutshop.org/blog/how-to-make-irresistible-homemade-ice-cream.html">How to Make Irresistible Homemade Ice Cream</a></li>
  3096. </ul>
  3097. <ol>
  3098. <li>Check out this great 30-day Venturing challenge.  #VenturingatHome! <strong>(V):</strong></li>
  3099. </ol>
  3100. <p><a href="https://i9peu1ikn3a16vg4e45rqi17-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Venturing-30-Day-Challenge.pdf">https://i9peu1ikn3a16vg4e45rqi17-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Venturing-30-Day-Challenge.pdf</a></p>
  3101. <ol>
  3102. <li>Great Ideas for Cub Scout Packs! <strong>(C )</strong> (Capitol Area Council in Austin, TX):</li>
  3103. </ol>
  3104. <ul>
  3105. <li><strong>At Home Adventures Week 1 (Watch these on demand videos)</strong><br />
  3106. Lions – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/maryssa.scout/videos/122305356054691/">Rumble in the Jungle</a>Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3107. Tigers – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heather.scout.589/videos/201693311255996/">Curiosity, Intrigue, and Magical Mysteries</a> Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3108. Wolves – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/deanna.scout.1/videos/204322751006115/">Germs Alive</a> Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3109. Bears –  TBA<br />
  3110. Webelos – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/netta.scout.9/videos/108215217498945/">Project: Family</a> rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3111. Webelos – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cooper.scout.54/videos/118686163091731/">Project: Family</a> rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3112. Multi Den Plan – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/100041931489447/videos/225702025504179/">English Video</a> and <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/15yEF8LLRfDXXClznGutWKQ0CqBlzu3t3/view">Writeup</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alejandra.scout.712/videos/127232358871119/">Spanish Video</a> and Writeup</li>
  3113. <li><strong>At Home Adventures Week 2 (Watch these on demand videos)</strong></li>
  3114. </ul>
  3115. <p>Lions – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/maryssa.scout/videos/124184619200098/">Build it up, Knock it Down</a> rank elective Adventure belt loop award and supplemental<br />
  3116. Tigers – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heather.scout.589/videos/206641610761166/">Tiger Theater</a> rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3117. Wolf – Air of the Wolf rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3118. Bear – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJ8A5qKgdDE&amp;feature=youtu.be">Super Science</a> rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3119. Webelos – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cooper.scout.54/videos/121588519468162/">Protect Yourself</a> rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3120. Webelos/AOL – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/netta.scout.9/videos/116780603309073/">Art Explosion</a> rank elective Adventure pin<br />
  3121. Multi Den Plan – English Video and <a href="https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/02b4abc1-eb90-4c6e-b0db-6d213fc4767f/downloads/Multi%20rank%20Den%20week%202.docx?ver=1586188651076">Writeup</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alejandra.scout.712/videos/129111265349895/">Spanish Video</a> and Writeup</p>
  3122. <ul>
  3123. <li><strong>At Home Adventures Week 3 (Watch these on demand videos)</strong></li>
  3124. </ul>
  3125. <p>Lions –  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/maryssa.scout/videos/127994955485731/">Protect Your Rules</a> rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3126. Tigers – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heather.scout.589/videos/211751360250191/">Tiger Tales</a> rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3127. Wolf – TBA rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3128. Bear – TBA rank elective Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3129. Webelos –<a href="https://www.facebook.com/cooper.scout.54/videos/124609919166022/">Build Your Own Hero</a>  rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3130. Webelos/AOL – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/netta.scout.9/videos/121106072876526/">Building a Better World</a> rank elective Adventure pin<br />
  3131. Multi Den Plan – English <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vm3KKlLjQrqE-1QYkk1WJJvYmqWSfuur/view">Writeup</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alejandra.scout.712/videos/131282421799446/">Spanish Video</a></p>
  3132. <ul>
  3133. <li><strong>At Home Adventures Week 4 (Watch these on demand videos)</strong><br />
  3134. Lions – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/maryssa.scout/videos/130756401876253/">Gizmos and Gadgets</a>Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3135. Tigers – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heather.scout.589/videos/216853296406664/">Tiger Bites</a> Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3136. Wolves – Paws on the Path Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3137. Bears –  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sabreen.scout.3/videos/263758918357190/">Baloo the Building</a> Adventure belt loop award<br />
  3138. Webelos – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cooper.scout.54/videos/126814185612262/">First Responder</a> rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3139. Webelos – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/netta.scout.9/videos/124765802510553/">Aware and Care part 2</a> rank/Arrow of Light required Adventure pin<br />
  3140. Multi Den Plan – <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/17wQepbFiPm_u4fuk4ZpmNCfDj698lkvO/view">English Writeup</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alejandra.scout.712/videos/133532498241105/">Spanish Video </a></li>
  3141. <li><strong>30 day challenge video playlists from Boys’ Life magazine</strong><br />
  3142. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwHOx1z5AOQ&amp;list=PLHGEvyG5wutg0Wgwp6hQQJYCi0sjpwaDK">K-2nd Grade</a><br />
  3143. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5YTfSoOXDE&amp;list=PLHGEvyG5wutje5QyAh3oAnjSu6WrNQBb3">3rd-4th Grade</a></li>
  3144. </ul>
  3145. <p class="Default"><b>Opportunities to Serve (A)</b></p>
  3146. <p class="Default"><i>1.       </i><i>Giving Tuesday <a name="_Hlk38729181"></a>(recommended by NCAC, Scouting at Home Newsletter):</i>  Please visit <a href="http://www.ncacbsaorg/give">www.NCACbsa.org/give</a>  to support us through Friends of Scouting during #GivingTuesdayNow, on May 5, 2020.<br />
  3147. <em>We acknowledge that COVID-19 times make this a challenge.</em></p>
  3148. <p>2.      <i>An Idea from the Baltimore Council:  Hold a laptop drive (submitted by Dr. Rick Manteuffel, ACC, NCAC):<br />
  3149. </i>The Baltimore Area Council is collecting laptops and tablets to donate for use by underserved youth for eLearning during the pandemic.  Details are available at <a href="http://www.baltimorebsa.org/laptop">www.baltimorebsa.org/laptop</a><b> </b></p>
  3150. <p><strong>Interesting Stuff (A)</strong></p>
  3151. <ol>
  3152. <li><em>Camp Early Bird Sign Up Extended to April 30 </em><em>(recommended by NCAC, Scouting at Home Newsletter):</em></li>
  3153. </ol>
  3154. <p>To assist Scouting families in making their plans for this summer, NCAC has extended the early bird deadline for all summer camps to April 30! Plus, if camp does get canceled you get a 100% refund, so there&#8217;s no risk! Reserve your tent today!</p>
  3155. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fearly-bird-extension-for-summer-camp%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=3ddadefe6c9a3592b8206e1c52257cef1b31573d71b5c7d4c7795a8b538c2862">https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=260854&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fearly-bird-extension-for-summer-camp%2F&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=3ddadefe6c9a3592b8206e1c52257cef1b31573d71b5c7d4c7795a8b538c2862</a></p>
  3156. <p class="Default"><b>STEM Corner (ST)</b></p>
  3157. <ol start="1" type="1">
  3158. <li class="Default"><a name="_Hlk38720514"></a><i>NCAC Stem Events (forwarded by Jason Kralj, Cubmaster Pack 465):</i></li>
  3159. </ol>
  3160. <p class="Default">Due to BSA&#8217;s National Camp-In (5/2 on <a href="https://www.scouting.org/campin/">https://www.scouting.org/campin/</a> ) we moved our STEM@Home Nova program to May 16.</p>
  3161. <p class="Default">We will run a remarkable STEM@Home Speaker Series beginning Thursday, April 30 at 7PM that you don&#8217;t want to miss. Join us!  <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMSpeakers">https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMSpeakers</a></p>
  3162. <p class="Default">Work on Nova Awards from the comfort of your home! In an effort to help support Scouts and families as our communities are practicing social distancing, the NCAC STEM Committee will be offering STEM Nova Awards online! <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMatHome">https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMatHome</a></p>
  3163. <ol start="2" type="1">
  3164. <li class="Default"><i>Great Ideas from the Capitol Area Council (Austin TX :<br />
  3165. </i><a href="https://www.bsacac.org/activities/coronavirus/ideas-for-home/">https://www.bsacac.org/activities/coronavirus/ideas-for-home/</a></li>
  3166. </ol>
  3167. <p><a name="_Hlk38806388"></a>a.       <i>Mystery Science</i> ( <a href="https://mysteryscience.com/">https://mysteryscience.com/</a> ) Free science lessons (K-5) online.  Must sign up for the program.</p>
  3168. <p>b.       <i>The Kids Should See This</i> ( <a href="https://thekidshouldseethis.com/">https://thekidshouldseethis.com/</a> )<br />
  3169. 4,500 kid-friendly videos, curated for teachers and parents who want to share smarter, more meaningful media in the classroom and at home. Selections are grown-up-friendly, too. And thanks to our members, it&#8217;s free for everyone.</p>
  3170. <p><a name="_Hlk38806440"></a>c.       <i>Crest Awards</i><i> (<a href="https://collectionslibrary.crestawards.org/">https://collectionslibrary.crestawards.org/</a>)<br />
  3171. </i>Projects for grades K-12 that can be done at home.</p>
  3172. <p>d.       <i>STEM Simulators</i> (<a href="https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/category/by-level">https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/category/by-level</a>) Interactive simulations for all grade levels from the University of Colorado at Boulder.</p>
  3173. <p><a name="_Hlk38808093"></a>e.       Learn Computer Science (<a href="https://code.org/">https://code.org/</a>) Grades K-12.  <a href="http://code.org/">Code.org</a>® is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to computer science in schools and increasing participation by women and underrepresented youth.</p>
  3174. <p class="Default"><b>BSA Resources Available Now!</b></p>
  3175. <p class="Default">•         <i>Boy’s Life App available for free!<b>(C,SB)</b></i></p>
  3176. <p class="Default">•         <i>Scouting Magazine App available for free!<a name="_Hlk38809494"></a><b>(A)</b></i></p>
  3177. <p class="Default">•         <i>National Statement on COVID-19  <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/</a></i></p>
  3178. <p class="Default">·         <i>COVID-19 FAQ   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/</a></i></p>
  3179. <p class="Default">•         <i>Merit badges for social distancing </i><b>(SB)</b><i>: 58 badges Scouts can complete at home  <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/</a></i></p>
  3180. <p class="Default">•         <i>Fun projects for kids that you can do from home </i><b>(C)</b><i>   <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/</a></i></p>
  3181. <p class="Default">·         <i>Guide to Safe Scouting <b>(A)</b>   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a</a></i></p>
  3182. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC COVID-19 Updates <b>(A)</b>: <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/</a></i></p>
  3183. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC Guidance on Virtual Meetings with Youth <b>(A)</b>  <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/</a></i></p>
  3184. <p class="Default">•         <i>NCAC Guidance on Advancement during COVID -19 <b>(A)</b> : </i></p>
  3185. <p class="Default">·         <i><a href="https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/</a></i></p>
  3186. <p class="Default">•         <i><a href="http://scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome">Scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome</a> – a webpage with an ever-growing list of resources to help Scouting families and friends safely continue their adventures. Also check out #ScoutingAtHome and your council’s website for even more activities, ideas and helpful tips.</i></p>
  3187. <p>Compilation from Ben Overbey &#8211; if you have others &#8211; please reach out to add thru the <a href="mailto:seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org">webmaster</a>.</p>
  3188. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues/">Scouting Continues!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3197. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp Postponed to August</title>
  3198. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-postponed-to-august/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-postponed-to-august</link>
  3199. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-postponed-to-august/#respond</comments>
  3201. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3202. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:04:06 +0000</pubDate>
  3203. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1377</guid>
  3204.  
  3205. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our Cub Scout Day Camp has officially changed it&#8217;s date from June to August 10th through 14th.  It will still be held at Bretton Woods. Our first concern is for the safety of our Leaders and Cub Scouts and so camp postponements or cancellations will be determined in accordance with our Governors orders and our [&#8230;]</p>
  3206. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-postponed-to-august/">Cub Scout Day Camp Postponed to August</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3207. ]]></description>
  3208. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3209. <p>Our Cub Scout Day Camp has officially changed it&#8217;s date from June to August 10th through 14th.  It will still be held at Bretton Woods.</p>
  3210. <p>Our first concern is for the safety of our Leaders and Cub Scouts and so camp postponements or cancellations will be determined in accordance with our Governors orders and our Councils decision. </p>
  3211. <p>***Extended Date***<br />The Early Bird Date is effective until Midnight on May 25th. </p>
  3212. <p>A full refund will be given if camps are cancelled by Council.</p>
  3213. <p>We know these are uncertain times but as we move closer to our Camp date we will keep you updated of any other changes.</p>
  3214. <p> <a id="gmail-m_-9101630073795902650LPlnk426177" href="http://www.gotodaycamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">WWW.GOTODAYCAMP.ORG</a></p>
  3215. <p>Thanks so much for your support.<br />Maggie Smith<br />Day Camp Director</p>
  3216. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-postponed-to-august/">Cub Scout Day Camp Postponed to August</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3224. <item>
  3225. <title>Scouting At Home Challenge!</title>
  3226. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-challenge/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-at-home-challenge</link>
  3227. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-challenge/#respond</comments>
  3229. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3230. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:49:19 +0000</pubDate>
  3231. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1376</guid>
  3232.  
  3233. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready for the 30 day Scouting At Home challenge? Scout families take on the challenge of keeping your skills sharp by Scouting at Home and including the entire family. Participate in activities and adventures that are fun, exciting and informative! If your family is up for the challenge for the next 30 days [&#8230;]</p>
  3234. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-challenge/">Scouting At Home Challenge!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3235. ]]></description>
  3236. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready for the 30 day Scouting At Home challenge? Scout families take on the challenge of keeping your skills sharp by Scouting at Home and including the entire family. Participate in activities and adventures that are fun, exciting and informative!</p>
  3237. <p>If your family is up for the challenge for the next 30 days at 5pm share a picture or video of your family’s Scouting At Home activity on Facebook and hashtag #ScoutingAtHome! We can’t wait to see all the NCAC challengers and share them with other Scouts. Challenge begins Thursday, 3/19/2020 at 5pm!</p>
  3238. <p>There are challenges for <a href="https://weownadventure.com/scouting-at-home-challenge/">each level of scouting</a>.</p>
  3239. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-at-home-challenge/">Scouting At Home Challenge!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3247. <item>
  3248. <title>Goshen Info</title>
  3249. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/goshen-info/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=goshen-info</link>
  3250. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/goshen-info/#respond</comments>
  3252. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3253. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:45:14 +0000</pubDate>
  3254. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1375</guid>
  3255.  
  3256. <description><![CDATA[<p>Phil Barbash here with some more important updates for this summer: Our early bird payment deadline is this Friday, 4/30. At 11:59 PM, the price will switch over. Please make every effort to get your youth/adults registered to avoid the price hike. We had a very generous donor come forward and replenish the supply of [&#8230;]</p>
  3257. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/goshen-info/">Goshen Info</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3258. ]]></description>
  3259. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3260. <p>Phil Barbash here with some more important updates for this summer:</p>
  3261. <ol>
  3262. <li>Our early bird payment deadline is this Friday, 4/30. <strong>At 11:59 PM, the price will switch over. P</strong>lease make every effort to get your youth/adults registered to avoid the price hike.</li>
  3263. <li>We had a very generous donor come forward and replenish the supply of money for camperships. Thus, <strong>if you have the youth who are going to be in need, please have them continue to apply. We will approve the camperships as we have funds for and inform the applicants directly on how to register.</strong></li>
  3264. <li>Some units have been asking questions on how making a payment online works. Please see here: <a href="http://www.gotogoshen.org/registration/registration-tips-making-a-payment/">www.gotogoshen.org/registration/registration-tips-making-a-payment/</a></li>
  3265. </ol>
  3266. <p><strong>COVID-19 Updates:</strong></p>
  3267. <ol>
  3268. <li>A couple of changes in how we operate summer camp this summer:
  3269. <ol>
  3270. <li>We will no longer be having large group gatherings at camp. This includes but is not limited to flag ceremonies, campfires, and camp-wide events.</li>
  3271. <li>We are moving in the direction of 1 person tents. <strong>At this time we are asking that all units begin the process of identifying how many tents could be brought to camp with them, in an effort to supplement the camp tents for up to half of the units adult/youth.</strong> We will have more information on this as far as how we are tracking it moving forward. Needs will be communicated on a camp by camp, week by week basis.</li>
  3272. <li>We are looking at our options as far as daily screening procedures, food service operations, and transportation to/from camp. Rest assured, there will be more changes communicated moving forward.</li>
  3273. </ol>
  3274. </li>
  3275. <li>Please continue to communicate with your doctors in order to get physicals signed. I understand that this is a challenging task and I am awaiting a response from BSA national on what, if any, decision is going to be made regarding part C of the med form.</li>
  3276. <li>If you are already interested in preemptively changing your unit’s week at camp to a later week, we have created an online form to do so here: <a href="http://www.gotogoshen.org/weekchange/">www.gotogoshen.org/weekchange/</a></li>
  3277. </ol>
  3278. <p>Finally, our refund request form is live and can be found here: <a href="http://www.gotogoshen.org/refund">www.gotogoshen.org/refund</a>. Please remember that if we end up cancelling camp altogether, or the week your unit/youth are attending camp, we will issues a full 100% refund.</p>
  3279. <p>That’s all for now. As always, thank you for everything you do and keep the feedback coming on what you would like to see on our end. We will all get through this together!</p>
  3280. <p><strong>Philip Barbash</strong><strong> , </strong>Director of Camping Services<br /><strong>BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA,  </strong><strong>N</strong><strong>ational Capital Area Council</strong><strong><br /></strong><br />Marriott Scout Service Center<br />9190 Rockville Pike<br />Bethesda, MD 20814<br /><strong>O 301-214-9195 |  C</strong><strong> </strong><strong>202-253-6323</strong><br />F 301-564-3648<br />E<u> </u><a href="mailto:Philip.Barbash@Scouting.Org">Philip.Barbash@Scouting.Org</a></p>
  3281. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/goshen-info/">Goshen Info</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3289. <item>
  3290. <title>Latest on Camps from NCAC</title>
  3291. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/latest-on-camps-from-ncac/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=latest-on-camps-from-ncac</link>
  3292. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/latest-on-camps-from-ncac/#respond</comments>
  3294. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3295. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:40:12 +0000</pubDate>
  3296. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1374</guid>
  3297.  
  3298. <description><![CDATA[<p>1) Will Summer Camp 2020 happen?                   The NCAC Executive Board will thoroughly discuss summer camp 2020 during the next full board meeting. We expect an initial decision regarding summer camp after that meeting in mid-May.  There many variables to consider in this matter and the decision [&#8230;]</p>
  3299. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/latest-on-camps-from-ncac/">Latest on Camps from NCAC</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3300. ]]></description>
  3301. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3302. <p><strong>1) Will Summer Camp 2020 happen?                  </strong></p>
  3303. <p>The NCAC Executive Board will thoroughly discuss summer camp 2020 during the next full board meeting. We expect an initial decision regarding summer camp after that meeting in mid-May.  There many variables to consider in this matter and the decision could include operate as scheduled, modify or shorten the season, or cancel the entire season. This is obviously a moving target, and we could have announcements out sooner than that.</p>
  3304. <p><strong>2) Will the April 30th Early Bird Fee Deadline be Extended Again?<br /></strong></p>
  3305. <p><strong>At this time, we will not be offering an additional extension to the 4/30 deadline.</strong> Timing dictates the need to secure realistic attendance figures in order to begin ordering supplies and finalize staffing. We want to reiterate that should NCAC cancel any week, or the full summer, we will issue a 100% refund to all youth/adults who paid and registered for immersions camp. We do recognize that this may be creating a financial strain for some families In your, but please recognize paid attendance will be a significant variable in the summer camp decision making process. </p>
  3306. <p><strong>3) Is there new information regarding Part C of the BSA Med Form?</strong></p>
  3307. <p>No new information is available at this time regarding Part C of the medical form. Legal and medical experts are assisting the BSA in the creation of a policy that offers flexibility, but ensures the safety of youth and adults who attend summer camp. We realize this is time sensitive. So, as soon as we know, we will let you know.  </p>
  3308. <p>Please be aware our NCAC Enterprise Risk Management Committee has been working with our Camping and Outdoor Programming committee to create a new list of health and safety policies and procedures that will likely need to be implemented this summer pending our ability to operate. We will have that document available as soon as it is finalized. Please let me know if you have any feedback on this matter.</p>
  3309. <p> I would like to provide you with more definitive answers regarding the overall summer season. Unfortunately there are still to many unknown variables. We will continue to monitor this situation closely and provide you with regular updates. Until next time, stay safe and let’s all hope/pray that a summer camp season is the light at the end of the tunnel.</p>
  3310. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/latest-on-camps-from-ncac/">Latest on Camps from NCAC</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3319. <title>Smithsonian Virtual Tours</title>
  3320. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/smithsonian-virtual-tours/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=smithsonian-virtual-tours</link>
  3321. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/smithsonian-virtual-tours/#respond</comments>
  3323. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3324. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
  3325. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1373</guid>
  3326.  
  3327. <description><![CDATA[<p>https://www.facebook.com/SmithsonianNMNH</p>
  3328. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/smithsonian-virtual-tours/">Smithsonian Virtual Tours</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3329. ]]></description>
  3330. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3331. <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SmithsonianNMNH">https://www.facebook.com/SmithsonianNMNH</a></p>
  3332. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/smithsonian-virtual-tours/">Smithsonian Virtual Tours</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3340. <item>
  3341. <title>Giving Tuesday Now, How You Can Help!</title>
  3342. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/giving-tuesday-now-how-you-can-help/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=giving-tuesday-now-how-you-can-help</link>
  3343. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/giving-tuesday-now-how-you-can-help/#respond</comments>
  3345. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3346. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3347. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1372</guid>
  3348.  
  3349. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Scouting Families: I realize that not every family is in the position to help during these times, however, I have had many people ask how they can help National Capital Area Council. Recently, I have seen countless Scouts and volunteers show up to virtual meetings, creatively connect with their units, and continue to work [&#8230;]</p>
  3350. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/giving-tuesday-now-how-you-can-help/">Giving Tuesday Now, How You Can Help!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3351. ]]></description>
  3352. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3353. <h2>Dear Scouting Families:</h2>
  3354. <p>I realize that not every family is in the position to help during these times, however, I have had many people ask how they can help National Capital Area Council. Recently, I have seen countless Scouts and volunteers show up to virtual meetings, creatively connect with their units, and continue to work together to ensure our next generation of leaders and helpers are Prepared. For Life. As a small business, National Capital Area Council is not immune from the challenges presented by stay at home orders. In order to sustain and increase the number of high-quality locally produced Scouting programs, I am asking you to take an important step to stand with NCAC.</p>
  3355. <p>We’ve joined forces with #GivingTuesday to celebrate #GivingTuesdayNow — a global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. As a supporter and friend of NCAC, join us and use the individual power of generosity to stay connected and help heal our community. #GivingTuesdayNow invites you to give back in whatever way you can. Here are a few ways we invite you to participate on May 5th:</p>
  3356. <ul>
  3357. <li><strong>Donate a cash gift now: </strong>Gifts of any size can make a huge difference today. If you have secure employment and income, please consider utilizing your IRS stimulus payment as a donation to NCAC. Additionally, there is a new financial incentive in the CARES Act for Americans to give generously to qualifying charities. All taxpayers may now take an above-the-line deduction for cash gifts made to 501(c)(3)’s up to $300 ($600 if married), even if they do not itemize. This means you reduce your income by this amount before calculating your taxes. Now is the perfect time to take advantage of this “above-the-line” opportunity and give to NCAC by visiting: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=260999&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fgive%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DGiving%2BTuesday%2BNow&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=f2da82537945b62a1da73bbba93ace5db245ebd798a9f295f01ec7513f5204fe" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.NCACbsa.org/give</a></li>
  3358. <li><strong>Donate a non-cash gift: </strong>Gifts from your IRA, stocks transfers, or a Donor Advised Fund could benefit you as well. Under the new law, Required Minimum Distributions(RMD) for 2020 are suspended for certain defined contribution plans and IRAs to help retirement accounts try to recover from any stock market losses. Until now, to avoid penalty, as an IRA owner you had to either: a) withdraw the RMD amount, keep the money, and pay tax on it, or b) transfer up to $100,000 of the RMD amount directly to a charity to avoid penalty of tax. Everyone 70½ or older can still give up to $100,000 directly to charities from their IRAs, without penalty and you may still have an incentive to do so. </li>
  3359. <li><strong>Advocate for NCAC:</strong> Spread the word that our programs have not stopped and that #ScoutingContinues.</li>
  3360. <li>Be sure to follow @NationalCapitalAreaCouncil,BSA on Facebook, like and share our posts with your friends!</li>
  3361. <li><strong>Create a legacy with NCAC</strong>: We know that cash donations might not be right for everyone but giving a gift in your will to create a legacy with NCAC is a powerful commitment to our work and mission for generations to come. We offer bequest templates that make planning easy for you and your family.</li>
  3362. <li><strong>Volunteer from home</strong>: Hundreds of local Scouts are earning advancements with our new Merit Badge @Home program. We still need more instructors! The more classes we can offer, the more Scouts we can help! You can sign up at: <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=260999&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fmerit-badges-at-home%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DGiving%2BTuesday%2BNow&amp;cf=7207&amp;v=0886b20e59642b27ba72691f6d210c91265b5893518bd85c83b637f17fd54805" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ncacbsa.org/merit-badges-at-home</a>.  </li>
  3363. </ul>
  3364. <p>Scouting is filling the social and emotional void left as other community centers and sports leagues have shut down. During a time when youth can feel negative impacts from social distancing, it is important that we provide a connection with their peers, to positively impact their mental health. We invite you, your family and non-Scout friends to enjoy NCAC’s upcoming Virtual Campfire May 5th at 7pm. Please save the date and keep an eye out for more details on how to join in next week. </p>
  3365. <p>I hope to see you there,</p>
  3366. <p>Craig Poland</p>
  3367. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/giving-tuesday-now-how-you-can-help/">Giving Tuesday Now, How You Can Help!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3376. <title>National Camp-In: May 2</title>
  3377. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-camp-in-may-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-camp-in-may-2</link>
  3378. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-camp-in-may-2/#respond</comments>
  3380. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3381. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:29:48 +0000</pubDate>
  3382. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1371</guid>
  3383.  
  3384. <description><![CDATA[<p>From National (Texas) Starting at 11am All families are welcome! This National Camp-In is free and open to all families — even families not currently involved in Scouting. So invite your friends, neighbors, and colleagues to join the fun on Saturday, May 2! Join Us for a Day Full of Adventure! Whether in your backyard [&#8230;]</p>
  3385. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-camp-in-may-2/">National Camp-In: May 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3386. ]]></description>
  3387. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3388. <p>From National (Texas)</p>
  3389. <p>Starting at 11am</p>
  3390. <p>All families are welcome! This National Camp-In is free and open to all families — even families not currently involved in Scouting. So <a href="https://t.email.scouting.org/r/?id=h17c7a369,b40829e,b4a59e9">invite your friends, neighbors, and colleagues</a> to join the fun on Saturday, May 2!</p>
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  3398. <td class="robotoslab tcenterm"><strong>Join Us for a Day Full of Adventure!</strong></td>
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  3413. <td class="roboto tcenterm" data-nl-format="datetime">Whether in your backyard or in your living room, join families across the country in streaming and participating in the National Camp-In live on Facebook. <br /><br />From camp-style cooking and friendly competitions, to special guests and campfire singalongs, this virtual event will bring the best parts of Scouting to life!</td>
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  3451. <td class="robotoslab tcenterm padt20m"><strong>What’s Going on at the Camp-In?</strong></td>
  3452. </tr>
  3453. <tr>
  3454. <td class="roboto tcenterm" data-nl-format="datetime">A full schedule will be available soon, but here are some of the exciting activities you can look forward to:</td>
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  3462. <ul>
  3463. <li data-nl-format="datetime">National Good Turn Virtual 5K benefiting Feeding America with warmups led by Paralympic gold medalist David Blair</li>
  3464. <li>Q&amp;A session with Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Inc.</li>
  3465. <li>Easy camp-style recipes you can make indoors or out</li>
  3466. </ul>
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  3475. <ul class="margintneg10">
  3476. <li data-nl-format="datetime">Moviemaking Merit Badge components and a live Q&amp;A with Hollywood Director/Producer Francis Lawrence, Costume Supervisor Jessica Pazdernik, and Producer Shannon McIntosh</li>
  3477. <li>Camping hacks from adventure pros</li>
  3478. </ul>
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  3491. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-camp-in-may-2/">National Camp-In: May 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3499. <item>
  3500. <title>Roundtable Recap</title>
  3501. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtable-recap/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=roundtable-recap</link>
  3502. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtable-recap/#respond</comments>
  3504. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3505. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:11:37 +0000</pubDate>
  3506. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1370</guid>
  3507.  
  3508. <description><![CDATA[<p>There was a lot of great discussion on virtual meetings, virtual camp outs and adjustments to requirements that recently came down from BSA National at the April Round Table Meeting.     Our next Virtual Round Table will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm.  We will start out with a joint session to get [&#8230;]</p>
  3509. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtable-recap/">Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3510. ]]></description>
  3511. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3512. <div>There was a lot of great discussion on virtual meetings, virtual camp outs and adjustments to requirements that recently came down from BSA National at the April Round Table Meeting.  </div>
  3513. <div> </div>
  3514. <div>Our next Virtual Round Table will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm.  We will start out with a joint session to get things going and to check in on how units are doing in the new &#8220;Virtual Meeting&#8221; world.  We will then have a separate breakout meeting for Cub Scout Leaders as well as Scouts BSA leaders.  The link for the joint meeting is below</div>
  3515. <div> </div>
  3516. <div><a href="https://meet.google.com/fqe-kthu-piq">https://meet.google.com/fqe-kthu-piq</a></div>
  3517. <div> </div>
  3518. <div>The Cub Scout breakout link will be posted during the meeting.</div>
  3519. <div> </div>
  3520. <div>Here is a link to a folder that contains the PowerPoint presentation, notes from the April meeting and a suggestion for activities for your units.</div>
  3521. <div> </div>
  3522. <div><a href="https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB</a></div>
  3523. <div> </div>
  3524. <div>
  3525. <div dir="ltr">
  3526. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  3527. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  3528. </div>
  3529. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtable-recap/">Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3537. <item>
  3538. <title>Virtual Scavenger Hunt</title>
  3539. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-scavenger-hunt/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-scavenger-hunt</link>
  3540. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-scavenger-hunt/#respond</comments>
  3542. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3543. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:10:16 +0000</pubDate>
  3544. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1369</guid>
  3545.  
  3546. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready for the next NCAC adventure? Then join in the NCAC Virtual Scavenger Hunt. It&#8217;s easy! Just print the picture, color it and put it in your window! If you see this picture in your neighborhood take a picture, post it below and #hashtag your district! If you don&#8217;t see any no worries, [&#8230;]</p>
  3547. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-scavenger-hunt/">Virtual Scavenger Hunt</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3548. ]]></description>
  3549. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready for the next NCAC adventure? Then join in the NCAC Virtual Scavenger Hunt. It&#8217;s easy! Just print the <a href="https://public.3.basecamp.com/p/Uv9Mnn37W3YqmoD7YmSKmVTB">picture</a>, color it and put it in your window! If you see this picture in your neighborhood take a picture, post it below and #hashtag your district! If you don&#8217;t see any no worries, you can post your own!</p>
  3550. <p>The district with the most posts wins! So tell all your friends to join in on all the fun! The Virtual Scavenger Hunt starts right now and ends on Friday at 1pm!</p>
  3551. <p>#myNCAC #VirtualScavengerHunt #ScoutingatHome #socialdistancing</p>
  3552. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-scavenger-hunt/">Virtual Scavenger Hunt</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3561. <title>Love the spotlight? Recruiting Acts for May 5</title>
  3562. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/love-the-spotlight-recruiting-acts-for-may-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=love-the-spotlight-recruiting-acts-for-may-5</link>
  3563. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/love-the-spotlight-recruiting-acts-for-may-5/#respond</comments>
  3565. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3566. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:05:21 +0000</pubDate>
  3567. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1367</guid>
  3568.  
  3569. <description><![CDATA[<p>All &#8211;   Any unit or patrol/den that would like to jump in here, please contact Aaron at NCAC  aaron.chusid@scouting.org or our District Executive Ben ben.litten@scouting.org   This looks like fun and several of you already have Zoom campfire experience.   YIDS   Commish     Aaron Chusid Virtual Campfire! We&#8217;re planning a virtual campfire [&#8230;]</p>
  3570. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/love-the-spotlight-recruiting-acts-for-may-5/">Love the spotlight? Recruiting Acts for May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3572. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3573. <div>All &#8211;</div>
  3574. <div> </div>
  3575. <div>Any unit or patrol/den that would like to jump in here, please contact Aaron at NCAC  <a href="mailto:aaron.chusid@scouting.org">aaron.chusid@scouting.org</a> or our District Executive Ben <a href="mailto:ben.litten@scouting.org">ben.litten@scouting.org</a></div>
  3576. <div> </div>
  3577. <div>This looks like fun and several of you already have Zoom campfire experience.</div>
  3578. <div> </div>
  3579. <div>YIDS</div>
  3580. <div> </div>
  3581. <div>Commish</div>
  3582. <div> </div>
  3583. <div> </div>
  3584. <div><span class="gmail-chat-line__meta"><strong class="gmail-chat-line__author">Aaron Chusid</strong></span>
  3585. <div class="gmail-chat-line__body">Virtual Campfire! We&#8217;re planning a virtual campfire for May 5, and we are recruiting acts! More info will be coming next week, but please reach out through your districts and OA chapters to find Scouts who want to lead a song, tell a joke, share a skit, or bring their other campfire magic to our Council!</div>
  3586. </div>
  3587. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/love-the-spotlight-recruiting-acts-for-may-5/">Love the spotlight? Recruiting Acts for May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  3595. <item>
  3596. <title>Virtual Campfire-NCAC: May 5</title>
  3597. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-campfire-ncac-may-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-campfire-ncac-may-5</link>
  3598. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-campfire-ncac-may-5/#respond</comments>
  3600. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3601. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:11:39 +0000</pubDate>
  3602. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1365</guid>
  3603.  
  3604. <description><![CDATA[<p>Virtual Campfire! We&#8217;re planning a virtual campfire for May 5, and we are recruiting acts! More info will be coming next week, but please reach out through your districts and OA chapters to find Scouts who want to lead a song, tell a joke, share a skit, or bring their other campfire magic to our [&#8230;]</p>
  3605. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-campfire-ncac-may-5/">Virtual Campfire-NCAC: May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3606. ]]></description>
  3607. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3608. <p>Virtual Campfire! We&#8217;re planning a virtual campfire for May 5, and we are recruiting acts! More info will be coming next week, but please reach out through your districts and OA chapters to find Scouts who want to lead a song, tell a joke, share a skit, or bring their other campfire magic to our Council!</p>
  3609. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-campfire-ncac-may-5/">Virtual Campfire-NCAC: May 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3610. ]]></content:encoded>
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  3617. <item>
  3618. <title>Best Practices During COVID-19 Restrictions &#8211; CUBS ONLY EDITION</title>
  3619. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions-cubs-only-edition/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions-cubs-only-edition</link>
  3620. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions-cubs-only-edition/#respond</comments>
  3622. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  3623. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:01:42 +0000</pubDate>
  3624. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1362</guid>
  3625.  
  3626. <description><![CDATA[<p>I’ve had numerous requests to put out a Cub Scout specific release with what we’ve received to date. How does this work?  You share with us, and we will quickly review your idea to ensure it meets current guidelines, then send it out to your fellow commissioners as an option they can share with others.  [&#8230;]</p>
  3627. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions-cubs-only-edition/">Best Practices During COVID-19 Restrictions &#8211; CUBS ONLY EDITION</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  3628. ]]></description>
  3629. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3630. <p>I’ve had numerous requests to put out a Cub Scout specific release with what we’ve received to date.</p>
  3631. <p><strong><em>How does this work?</em></strong>  You share with us, and we will quickly review your idea to ensure it meets current guidelines, then send it out to your fellow commissioners as an option they can share with others.  <strong>Please forward your contributions to </strong><a href="mailto:bfoverbey76@gmail.com"><strong>bfoverbey76@gmail.com</strong></a><strong>  </strong></p>
  3632. <p><em>See you on the high ground!   Ben Overbey, ACC for Montgomery Service Area<br /><br /></em></p>
  3633. <p><strong><em>CUBS ONLY EDITION</em></strong></p>
  3634. <p><strong> </strong><strong>How to do Scouting in the Time of COVID-19</strong></p>
  3635. <ol>
  3636. <li><em>Dan Beard Council Video Series:  </em><em>Scouting at Home   </em><a href="https://www.danbeard.org/scouting-at-home/"><em>https://www.danbeard.org/scouting-at-home/</em></a><em> (submitted by Rick Rogers, Council Commissioner)<br /></em>More than half of these ideas are directed at Cub Scout units.</li>
  3637. </ol>
  3638. <ol start="2">
  3639. <li><em>BSA just released a year&#8217;s worth of Boys Life issues for free through the app store  (for a limited time): </em><a href="https://boyslife.org/subscribe-now/free-access/?fbclid=IwAR0dINKjHZuDNCOSYkevE8T61CIeV8c9RvPHG_f9XjPD_mC74LQnOUpTneA"><em>https://boyslife.org/subscribe-now/free-access/?fbclid=IwAR0dINKjHZuDNCOSYkevE8T61CIeV8c9RvPHG_f9XjPD_mC74LQnOUpTneA</em></a><em> (From Pack 250)</em></li>
  3640. </ol>
  3641. <ol start="3">
  3642. <li><em>Resources Recommended by Jim Lehman:</em></li>
  3643. </ol>
  3644. <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubscoutvolunteers/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubscoutvolunteers/</a> </p>
  3645. <ol start="4">
  3646. <li><em>A Compilation of what is going on in other councils throughout the country, forwarded by Michael McKinney, ACC:</em> <a href="https://247scouting.com/web/BSA218/attachment/document_15850890260_2763.pdf">https://247scouting.com/web/BSA218/attachment/document_15850890260_2763.pdf</a></li>
  3647. </ol>
  3648. <ol>
  3649. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3650. <ol>
  3651. <li><em>30-Day Challenge Hawkeye Area Council, Cedar Rapids, Iowa </em>As communities are practicing caution and social distancing, the Hawkeye Area Council developed a 30-Day Challenge for each Cub Scout rank. Use this at home to help keep Scout&#8217;s skills sharp. <a href="https://hawkeyebsa.org/30-day-challenge/">https://hawkeyebsa.org/30-day-challenge/</a></li>
  3652. <li><em>Advancement Academy: Virtual Resources for Keeping Scouts Advancing, Connected &amp; Having Fun Cascade Pacific Council, Portland, Oregon</em>:  Can’t get together as a group? Visit the Advancement Academy for a digital den meeting or merit badge class. Digital den meetings are offered through Zoom and promoted through Facebook. Participants are asked to sign up in advance. There is also great content for Scouts BSA, including sessions on How to Run Successful Digital Scout Meetings as well as online Merit badge sessions on Coin Collecting, Personal Fitness and more. The site also includes Facebook groups that anyone in the country can join: Cub Scout and Scouts BSA. <a href="https://www.cpcbsa.org/advancement-academy">https://www.cpcbsa.org/advancement-academy</a></li>
  3653. <li><em>Scouting at Home Atlanta Area Council, Atlanta, Georgia</em>:   If you’re looking for a comprehensive list of things that Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA can do to Scout at home, this is it. The page features content directly from Scoutbook and includes ideas of other activities Scouts can do. Plus, suggestions for video platforms – and of course, reminders about the importance of following youth protection standards. <a href="https://www.atlantabsa.org/scoutingathome">https://www.atlantabsa.org/scoutingathome</a></li>
  3654. </ol>
  3655. </li>
  3656. </ol>
  3657. <ol start="5">
  3658. <li><em>John Wiltenmuth recommends:  </em><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/boyscoutvolunteers/?ref=group_header">https://www.facebook.com/groups/boyscoutvolunteers/?ref=group_header</a></li>
  3659. </ol>
  3660. <ol start="6">
  3661. <li><em>Leader Training from the NCAC Training Committee:</em></li>
  3662. </ol>
  3663. <ol>
  3664. <li><strong><u>Cub Scout Leader Basic Training</u></strong></li>
  3665. </ol>
  3666. <p>Cub Scout leaders are considered trained and eligible to wear the official <em>Trained</em> emblem once they have completed:</p>
  3667. <ol>
  3668. <li>Youth Protection Training <strong>Online at <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">my.scouting.org</a></strong>, and<br />2. Leader Specific Training for their position:</li>
  3669. </ol>
  3670. <ul>
  3671. <li>Den Leader Position-Specific Training</li>
  3672. <li>Pack Committee Challenge &#8211; Pack Committee Position-Specific Training</li>
  3673. <li>Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster Position-Specific Training</li>
  3674. </ul>
  3675. <ol start="3">
  3676. <li>Hazardous Weather Training <strong>Online at <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">my.scouting.org</a></strong></li>
  3677. </ol>
  3678. <ol start="7">
  3679. <li><em>From Robert Owen (AKA Scouter Bob):</em></li>
  3680. </ol>
  3681. <p>Cub Adventures that can be done at home, with links to the handbook requirements. Might be worthy of including in your next compilation.</p>
  3682. <p><a href="https://www.southfultonscouting.com/node/4302?fbclid=IwAR2kB97SmudzCjE-_sWGaEADerIoKeaECfLsSxJ4N0WotUtasw4s7SlGSiw">https://www.southfultonscouting.com/node/4302?fbclid=IwAR2kB97SmudzCjE-_sWGaEADerIoKeaECfLsSxJ4N0WotUtasw4s7SlGSiw</a></p>
  3683. <ol start="8">
  3684. <li><em>Pack 457 is Continuing to Meet! (forwarded by Mike Holder, DC for White Oak District)</em></li>
  3685. </ol>
  3686. <p>25 Apr (time TBD) &#8211; Webelos II Crossover Ceremony: Pack leadership will host a ZOOM video conference for the Pack to participate in, and observe, a virtual Crossover Ceremony for the Webelos II Den that is transitioning to Boy Scouts. This is a very important event for them and it is important for us to celebrate their achievement. Once it is safe to do so, we will absolutely have an in-person ceremony for the boys. Zoom links will be distributed as we get closer.</p>
  3687. <p> </p>
  3688. <p>24-26 April Spring Campout…is now a Pack 457 BACKYARD campout from 25-26 Apr! Pitch your tents in your backyard, set up chairs, light up the grill, and start whittling, playing games, practicing knots…having fun! We will do this in conjunction with the Webelos II Crossover Ceremony above. Following the ceremony, I will give everyone a chance to say hello and share campsites virtually! The ceremony/discussion afterwards is the only formal part of the weekend. No other requirements other than for you and your families to get outside and have some fun! Zoom links will be distributed as we get closer.</p>
  3689. <p> </p>
  3690. <ol start="9">
  3691. <li><em>Youth Protection Training for Adults and for Youth (Dr. Rick Manteuffel, ACC NCAC):</em></li>
  3692. </ol>
  3693. <p>Take this time at home to review youth protection!</p>
  3694. <ol>
  3695. <li>The Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventure</li>
  3696. </ol>
  3697. <p>For Cub Scouts at all levels: <a href="https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/preview-adventures/protect-yourself-rules/">https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/preview-adventures/protect-yourself-rules/</a></p>
  3698. <p>The Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventures may be used as an elective adventure OR they may be earned in place of the Cyber Chip requirement for the Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light badges of rank.  If used in place of the Cyber Chip requirement for a rank, it may not be used as an elective adventure for that rank.</p>
  3699. <ol>
  3700. <li>How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide</li>
  3701. </ol>
  3702. <p>These booklets are a basic resource to help parents understand how child abuse happens and keep their children safe. Exercises for parents and children are included. Several versions of the booklets are available:</p>
  3703. <p>For Cub Scouts and their parents</p>
  3704. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-014_WEB.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-014_WEB.pdf</a></p>
  3705. <p>For Cub Scouts and their parents (in Spanish)</p>
  3706. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-073.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-073.pdf</a></p>
  3707. <p>For Scouts BSA members and their parents PDF icon</p>
  3708. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-015(18).pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-015(18).pdf</a></p>
  3709. <p>For Scouts BSA members and their parents (in Spanish) PDF icon</p>
  3710. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-016_web.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-016_web.pdf</a></p>
  3711. <p>For STEM Scouts and their parents PDF icon</p>
  3712. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/STEM_Guide.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/STEM_Guide.pdf</a></p>
  3713. <ol>
  3714. <li>Cyber Chip</li>
  3715. </ol>
  3716. <p>To help families and volunteers keep youth safe while online, the BSA introduces the Cyber Chip The Scouting portal showcasing Cyber Chip resources includes grade-specific videos for each level.  <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/">https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/</a></p>
  3717. <ol>
  3718. <li>Bullying Awareness</li>
  3719. </ol>
  3720. <p>These fact sheets will help with bullying awareness and direct you to resources provided by the BSA and other entities we work with to protect children.</p>
  3721. <p><a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/bullying/">https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/bullying/</a></p>
  3722. <p> </p>
  3723. <ol start="10">
  3724. <li><em>Updates to COVID-19 FAQS as of April 13 (changes only, find the complete FAQS at):</em></li>
  3725. </ol>
  3726. <p><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4152020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=A">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4152020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=A</a></p>
  3727. <ol>
  3728. <li>Advancement — Cub Scouts</li>
  3729. </ol>
  3730. <p>Q: Can the Arrow of Light (fifth-grade dens) requirements fulfill the requirement to visit a troop or attend a troop outing to function as a patrol?</p>
  3731. <p>A:  Yes Two things to keep in mind, the standard of completion for Cub Scout advancement is “Do Your Best,” so given the circumstances, we want to look at the purpose behind the requirements. Remember that doing nothing is never doing your best.</p>
  3732. <p>Dens can visit a virtual troop meeting to see the patrol method and youth leadership in action Since the den cannot attend a troop campout or outing, the idea is for the den to function as a patrol while attending the virtual troop meeting. During this time, a virtual den meeting where the den functions as a patrol can be done. Elect a patrol leader, pick a patrol name, play a virtual game together as a patrol. Plenty of opportunities to Do Your Best to meet the intention of the requirement. Remember to maintain all youth protection standards online.</p>
  3733. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3734. <p><strong>Opportunities to Serve</strong></p>
  3735. <p><em> </em></p>
  3736. <ol>
  3737. <li><em>Organizations seek volunteers</em><strong>    </strong><a href="https://wtop.com/coronavirus/2020/03/as-coronavirus-spreads-virginia-organizations-seek-volunteers/"><em>https://wtop.com/coronavirus/2020/03/as-coronavirus-spreads-virginia-organizations-seek-volunteers/</em></a><em>   (submitted by Rick Rogers, Council Commissioner)</em></li>
  3738. <li><em>Scouting Service from Home  </em><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/18/good-turns-during-the-coronavirus-acts-of-scouting-service-you-can-do-from-home/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer3202020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content="><em>https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/18/good-turns-during-the-coronavirus-acts-of-scouting-service-you-can-do-from-home/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer3202020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=</em></a></li>
  3739. </ol>
  3740. <ol>
  3741. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3742. <ol>
  3743. <li><em>Send a ‘thinking of you’ video or email to a local nursing home — or give them a call</em></li>
  3744. </ol>
  3745. </li>
  3746. </ol>
  3747. <ol>
  3748. <li>The first step would be to contact the facility to figure out the logistics of sending these messages.</li>
  3749. <li>“Those folks can no longer receive visitors and would feel forgotten,” says Maceo Felton, a volunteer from the Coastal Georgia Council. “Wouldn’t this be a great way to let these elderly people know that Scouts are thinking about them?”</li>
  3750. </ol>
  3751. <p>                                                           iii.      You could make a handmade card and take a photo of it, share a video greeting or simply pick up the phone and give them a call.</p>
  3752. <ol>
  3753. <li>To ensure you’re following Youth Protection guidelines, have your Scouts copy an adult on all email communications. For phone calls, make sure you’re in the room with the Scout.</li>
  3754. </ol>
  3755. <ol>
  3756. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3757. <ol>
  3758. <li><em>Help with grocery pick-up/delivery</em></li>
  3759. </ol>
  3760. </li>
  3761. </ol>
  3762. <ol>
  3763. <li>As long as it’s safe to do so, and a parent or guardian is present, Scouts could offer to pick up and deliver groceries for those who are unable to leave their homes.</li>
  3764. <li>They should practice social distancing — remaining 6 feet away from others — and thoroughly wash their hands before and after performing this act of service.</li>
  3765. </ol>
  3766. <ol>
  3767. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3768. <ol>
  3769. <li><em>Send a thank-you message to a local hospital</em></li>
  3770. </ol>
  3771. </li>
  3772. </ol>
  3773. <ol>
  3774. <li>ER doctors, nurses and other critical care professionals can’t work remotely.</li>
  3775. <li>Let’s make sure they’re thanked for their hard work. Scouts can send electronic messages to these hard-working heroes. Again, be sure to find a nonemergency contact at the hospital before sending a message. We don’t want to overwhelm these facilities with calls.</li>
  3776. </ol>
  3777. <p>                                                           iii.      While officials say the coronavirus doesn’t survive long on objects, it’s better to be safe than sorry. So electronic messages are best at this time.</p>
  3778. <ol>
  3779. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3780. <ol>
  3781. <li><em>Contact your local food bank</em></li>
  3782. </ol>
  3783. </li>
  3784. </ol>
  3785. <ol>
  3786. <li>With schools closed, many families that relied on schools to provide food for their children are left missing out.</li>
  3787. <li>Find your local food bank and see what help they might need. If you can assist in a way that’s safe, please do.</li>
  3788. </ol>
  3789. <ol>
  3790. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3791. <ol>
  3792. <li><em>Call your loved ones</em></li>
  3793. </ol>
  3794. </li>
  3795. </ol>
  3796. <ol>
  3797. <li>Call, FaceTime or Skype your loved ones — especially those who are older and may not be leaving their houses. Ask about their childhood, their first car, where they grew up.</li>
  3798. <li>Did they have electricity? Running water?</li>
  3799. </ol>
  3800. <ol>
  3801. <li><em>Troop 33 Virtual Food Drive (recommended by Dr. Rick Manteuffel, ACC):</em></li>
  3802. </ol>
  3803. <p>Troop 33 has set a goal of donating 5,000 food items to the Capital Area Food Bank to help provide meals to vulnerable community members during the COVID-19 emergency.   Scouts are encouraged to share the message with family and friends, who can participate.  The beneficiary is the Capital Area Food Bank.  The event page is <a href="https://yougivegoods.com/troop33-cafb">https://yougivegoods.com/troop33-cafb</a></p>
  3804. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3805. <p><strong>Interesting Stuff</strong></p>
  3806. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3807. <ol>
  3808. <li><em>Bear Grylls teams up with Scouts for indoor survival activities  </em><a href="https://news.google.com/s/CBIwxomVnEU?r=12&amp;oc=em"><em>https://news.google.com/s/CBIwxomVnEU?r=12&amp;oc=em</em></a></li>
  3809. </ol>
  3810. <ol>
  3811. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3812. <ol>
  3813. <li><em>Dear Future Me – write a postcard to yourself</em></li>
  3814. </ol>
  3815. </li>
  3816. </ol>
  3817. <p>The game leader should give everyone a postcard and ideas for how far in the future they’d like to send their postcard. The players write or draw a note to their future self. Grownups can help with scribing or spelling.</p>
  3818. <ol>
  3819. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3820. <ol>
  3821. <li><em>Storm in a teacup</em></li>
  3822. </ol>
  3823. </li>
  3824. </ol>
  3825. <p>Make a tornado in a jar using water, sand and a drop of washing-up liquid. “Watch your storm brew, swirl and dissipate,” advise the Scouts.</p>
  3826. <ol>
  3827. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3828. <ol>
  3829. <li><em>Fabulous fancy frames</em></li>
  3830. </ol>
  3831. </li>
  3832. </ol>
  3833. <p>Create a frame for a photograph that makes you smile then make a gallery for everyone to admire. Decorate the border of the frame with pens, stamps, stickers and other photos you have taken.</p>
  3834. <ol>
  3835. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3836. <ol>
  3837. <li><em>Mark my words &#8211; make a bookmark</em></li>
  3838. </ol>
  3839. </li>
  3840. </ol>
  3841. <p>“This activity is a chance to get creative, but it also reminds everyone how to look after books,” the Scouts say. “Bookmarks help people remember where they’ve got to without damaging the book. What other materials could bookmarks be made from?”</p>
  3842. <ol>
  3843. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3844. <ol>
  3845. <li><em>Weekly wins – make diaries to record weekly achievements</em></li>
  3846. </ol>
  3847. </li>
  3848. </ol>
  3849. <p>“Every time the diary owner does something nice or something good happens, they should make a note of it,” say the Scouts. “Each week the group should gather and each person should say as much or as little as they like about how many or how few wins they had that week.”</p>
  3850. <ol>
  3851. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3852. <ol>
  3853. <li><em>Changing your coat – make a heraldic coat of arms</em></li>
  3854. </ol>
  3855. </li>
  3856. </ol>
  3857. <p>Look at an existing coat of arms and choose different colours and animals to design your own shield. Decide what you want the shield to say about you.</p>
  3858. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3859. <p><em> </em></p>
  3860. <ol>
  3861. <li><em>Dear Scouting Families:</em></li>
  3862. </ol>
  3863. <p>I know we are all overwhelmed with the news surrounding COVID-19, the daily changes to our lives, and keeping our families healthy. Without a doubt, many of us are feeling anxious as we navigate the uncertainty of the weeks ahead; I want you to know, NCAC is feeling it too. What we do know is that Scouting can play a vital role in helping Scouts and their families feel less impact from social distancing.</p>
  3864. <p>We have been working to identify and encourage opportunities for Scouts to continue meeting with their units virtually, learn new skills, earn merit badges and advancements, and &#8211; most importantly &#8211; to do their part in giving back to their communities. I wanted to share with you some resources we’ve gathered that you might find helpful while planning activities at home for your families and staying up-to-date with Scouting during this pandemic. </p>
  3865. <p>Resources:</p>
  3866. <ul>
  3867. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fncac-response-to-covid-19%2F">NCAC COVID-19 Updates</a></li>
  3868. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fmerit-badges-at-home%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-boy-scouts-of-america-national-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DScouting%2BContinues">Merit Badges @Home</a></li>
  3869. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fscouting-at-home-challenge%2F">30 Day Scouting at Home Challenge</a></li>
  3870. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.scoutingmagazine.org%2F2020%2F03%2F18%2Fgood-turns-during-the-coronavirus-acts-of-scouting-service-you-can-do-from-home%2F">Acts of Scouting Service You Can Do From Home</a></li>
  3871. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth%2F">Guidelines for Virtual Meetings</a></li>
  3872. <li><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7055858&amp;msgid=259435&amp;act=GWLE&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fweownadventure.com%2Fqa-regarding-advancement-difficulties%2F">Q&amp;A for Advancement &amp; COVID-19</a></li>
  3873. </ul>
  3874. <p>We are also planning a council-wide service project, and reviewing options to find one that keeps our Scouts safe while doing their Duty to Others.</p>
  3875. <p>I have been amazed at the positive attitude of our Scouts and volunteers and how proactive our community has been about helping each other and their neighbors through these turbulent circumstances. In difficult times, kindness and acts of service matter more than ever. If you know a Scout that is making a difference supporting or comforting other people, please reach out to <a href="mailto:scoutstories@ncacbsa.org">scoutstories@ncacbsa.org</a> and tell us about them. At a time when much of our news is discomforting, my hope is to share stories of these inspirational acts of kindness facilitated by local Scouts. </p>
  3876. <p>The strength and support of NCAC’s Scouting families, alumni, volunteers, and supporters encourages us to keep pursuing and focusing on our essential mission. Scouts are our future leaders and change-makers. They will undoubtedly face challenges in their future. We promise to do our part to make sure they are Prepared. For Life.</p>
  3877. <p>Thanks for all you do to ensure Scouting continues!</p>
  3878. <p>Yours in Scouting,</p>
  3879. <p>Craig Poland</p>
  3880. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3881. <ol>
  3882. <li><em>Check out NCAC’s Scouting at Home web page!<br /></em><a href="https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/">https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/</a></li>
  3883. </ol>
  3884. <p> </p>
  3885. <p>You will find updated NCAC guidance as well as examples of what units are doing around the Council.</p>
  3886. <p> </p>
  3887. <ol>
  3888. <li><em>Story Tapestries, (recommended by Stephen Donnelly, White Oak DE):</em></li>
  3889. </ol>
  3890. <p>Starting Monday, April 6 and continuing through the Spring, children, and adults in our region can enjoy a variety of arts-integrated classes from the Story Tapestries network of Teaching Artists and Master Educators. Programs weave the power of creative writing, spoken word, hip-hop, parody, dance, theatre, visual arts, and storytelling together with various school subjects to inspire learning and keep you and your family engaged.  To see our Virtual Course offerings, please visit our website <a href="https://storytapestries.org/resources/virtual-arts-integration-courses-by-story-tapestries/">https://storytapestries.org/resources/virtual-arts-integration-courses-by-story-tapestries/</a></p>
  3891. <ol>
  3892. <li><em>Take your kids on a #TrekAt2 without leaving your house (from Bryan on Scouting):</em></li>
  3893. </ol>
  3894. <p>Every weekday at 2 p.m. Central, Boys’ Life editors are jumping on Facebook Live to share treks, jokes and mind-bending facts that will take your kids on a journey all over the world – and even to space!</p>
  3895. <ol>
  3896. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  3897. <ul>
  3898. <li>Set a reminder on your phone. Every weekday a few minutes before 2 p.m. Central (that’s 3 p.m. Eastern, 12 p.m. Pacific), gather your kids or family unit around your phone, tablet or computer.</li>
  3899. <li>Head to go.boyslifeorg/fblive</li>
  3900. <li>Get ready for the Boys’ Life Facebook page to go live so you and the fam can enjoy an adventure from inside your home.</li>
  3901. <li>Comment along and share family-friendly jokes. Our hosts are reading your comments in real-time and would love to give you a shout out!</li>
  3902. </ul>
  3903. </li>
  3904. </ol>
  3905. <p> </p>
  3906. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3907. <p><strong>STEM Corner</strong></p>
  3908. <ol>
  3909. <li><em>BSA just launched a new &#8220;<strong>Scouting at Home</strong>&#8221; page</em> at <a href="https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/">https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/</a> <br /><br />A one stop page of resources to help both parents and leaders support Scouting at home, with stay-at-home activities for any Scout rank, and tips for continuing to work on advancement.  Check out the STEM activities available through this page.</li>
  3910. </ol>
  3911. <p> </p>
  3912. <ol>
  3913. <li><em>Cub Scout Pack 493 Suggests:</em></li>
  3914. </ol>
  3915. <ol>
  3916. <li>K5 Learning offers free Coronavirus worksheets for children to help them understand the virus.<br /><a href="https://www.k5learning.com/free-worksheets-for-kids/coronavirus">https://www.k5learning.com/free-worksheets-for-kids/coronavirus</a></li>
  3917. <li>NASA Langley Research Center Virtual Tour &#8211; <a href="https://oh.larc.nasa.gov/oh/">https://oh.larc.nasa.gov/oh/</a></li>
  3918. <li>San Francisco’s De Young Museum &#8211; <a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/search/exhibit?p=de-young-museum">https://artsandculture.google.com/search/exhibit?p=de-young-museum</a></li>
  3919. <li>National Women’s History Museum &#8211; <a href="https://www.womenshistory.org/womens-history/online-exhibits">https://www.womenshistory.org/womens-history/online-exhibits</a></li>
  3920. <li>Detroit Institute of Arts &#8211; <a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/detroit-institute-of-arts?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/detroit-institute-of-arts?hl=en</a></li>
  3921. <li>National (Baltimore) Aquarium (In Baltimore) &#8211; <a href="https://aqua.org/media/virtualtours/baltimore/index.html">https://aqua.org/media/virtualtours/baltimore/index.html</a></li>
  3922. <li>San Diego Zoo &#8211; <a href="https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/videos">https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/videos</a></li>
  3923. <li>Yosemite National Park &#8211; <a href="https://www.virtualyosemite.org/about-virtual-yosemite/">https://www.virtualyosemite.org/about-virtual-yosemite/</a></li>
  3924. <li>Louvre &#8211; <a href="https://www.louvre.fr/en/visites-en-ligne#tabs">https://www.louvre.fr/en/visites-en-ligne#tabs</a></li>
  3925. <li>London’s National Gallery &#8211; <a href="https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/visiting/virtual-tours">https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/visiting/virtual-tours</a></li>
  3926. <li>Swiss Alps &#8211; <a href="http://panorama.myswitzerland.com/mt-rigi">http://panorama.myswitzerland.com/mt-rigi</a></li>
  3927. <li>Great Wall of China &#8211; <a href="https://www.thechinaguide.com/destination/great-wall-of-china">https://www.thechinaguidecom/destination/great-wall-of-china</a></li>
  3928. <li><a href="https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit/virtual-tour">https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit/virtual-tour</a></li>
  3929. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/solomon-r-guggenheim-museum?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/solomon-r-guggenheim-museum?hl=en</a></li>
  3930. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/the-j-paul-getty-museum?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/the-j-paul-getty-museum?hl=en</a></li>
  3931. <li><a href="https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtours.htm">https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtours.htm</a></li>
  3932. <li><a href="http://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/tour-virtuali-elenco.html">http://www.museivaticaniva/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/tour-virtuali-elenco.html</a></li>
  3933. <li><a href="https://www.museothyssen.org/en/thyssenmultimedia">https://www.museothyssen.org/en/thyssenmultimedia</a></li>
  3934. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.googlecom/streetview/rijksmuseum/iwH5aYGoPwSf7g?hl=en&amp;sv_lng=4.885283712508563&amp;sv_lat=52.35984312584405&amp;sv_h=311.1699875145569&amp;sv_p=-5.924133903625474&amp;sv_pid=fOVcUXQW2wpRf33iUmxEfg&amp;sv_z=1">https://artsandculture.google.com/streetview/rijksmuseum/iwH5aYGoPwSf7g?hl=en&amp;sv_lng=4.885283712508563&amp;sv_lat=52.35984312584405&amp;sv_h=311.1699875145569&amp;sv_p=-5.924133903625474&amp;sv_pid=fOVcUXQW2wpRf33iUmxEfg&amp;sv_z=1</a></li>
  3935. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/national-museum-of-modern-and-contemporary-art-korea?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/national-museum-of-modern-and-contemporary-art-korea?hl=en</a></li>
  3936. <li><a href="https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Virtual-Tour/">https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Virtual-Tour/</a></li>
  3937. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/parco-archeologico-e-paesaggistico-valle-dei-templi?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/parco-archeologico-e-paesaggistico-valle-dei-templi?hl=en</a></li>
  3938. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/exhibit/sophie-taeuber-arp/swKioHNhYqZoLw?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/exhibit/sophie-taeuber-arp/swKioHNhYqZoLw?hl=en</a></li>
  3939. <li><a href="https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/the-national-museum-of-anthropology-mexico-city-ziko-van-dijk-wikimedia-commons/bAGSHRdlzSRcdQ?hl=en">https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/the-national-museum-of-anthropology-mexico-city-ziko-van-dijk-wikimedia-commons/bAGSHRdlzSRcdQ?hl=en</a></li>
  3940. </ol>
  3941. <ol>
  3942. <li><em>The Nature Conservancy offers:</em></li>
  3943. </ol>
  3944. <ol>
  3945. <li>Nature Lab Resources for all grade levels<br /><a href="https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/">https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/</a></li>
  3946. <li>Virtual Field Trips<br /><a href="https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/virtual-field-trips/">https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/virtual-field-trips/</a></li>
  3947. <li>The Secret Life of Corals</li>
  3948. <li>Borneo: The Symphony of the Rainforest</li>
  3949. </ol>
  3950. <p>                    iii.      View from a Canoe: A Coastal Temperate Rainforest</p>
  3951. <ol>
  3952. <li>Wild Biomes: America’s Rainforests and Deserts</li>
  3953. <li>The Coral Reefs of Palau</li>
  3954. <li>China&#8217;s Great Forests</li>
  3955. </ol>
  3956. <p>                   vii.      Powering the Planet: Renewable Energy</p>
  3957. <p>                 viii.      Journey of Water: Colombia’s Páramo</p>
  3958. <ol>
  3959. <li>Coastal Peru: A Coastal Ecosysystem</li>
  3960. <li><em>The National Wildlife Federation offers Free Access to Ranger Rick Activities (Cub Scout Age)</em><strong><br /></strong><a href="https://rangerrick.org/">https://rangerrick.org/</a></li>
  3961. <li><em>Tired of Learning?  Take a virtual spring break with Disney World.  Ride the rides and see the sights<br /></em><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYyJUEtYv-ZW7BgjhP3UbTg">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYyJUEtYv-ZW7BgjhP3UbTg</a></li>
  3962. <li><em>Bring the Natural World Indoors with Audubon:</em></li>
  3963. </ol>
  3964. <p>Audubon is sharing their <em>Audubon for Kids!</em> Program<br /><a href="https://www.audubon.org/get-outside/activities/audubon-for-kids?ms=digital-eng-email-ea-newsletter-engagement_20200404_wingspan_%5baudience%5d&amp;utm_source=ea&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=engagement_20200404_wingspan&amp;utm_content=%5baudience%5d&amp;emci=9b070704-f375-ea11-a94c-00155d03b1e8&amp;emdi=bbe885d6-6b76-ea11-a94c-00155d03b1e8&amp;ceid=183636">https://www.audubon.org/get-outside/activities/audubon-for-kids?ms=digital-eng-email-ea-newsletter-engagement_20200404_wingspan_%5baudience%5d&amp;utm_source=ea&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=engagement_20200404_wingspan&amp;utm_content=%5baudience%5d&amp;emci=9b070704-f375-ea11-a94c-00155d03b1e8&amp;emdi=bbe885d6-6b76-ea11-a94c-00155d03b1e8&amp;ceid=183636</a></p>
  3965. <ul>
  3966. <li>Week One: Get to Know Birds</li>
  3967. <li>Week Two: Owl Prowl</li>
  3968. <li>More to come!</li>
  3969. </ul>
  3970. <p><em> </em></p>
  3971. <ol start="7">
  3972. <li><em>From Robert Owen (AKA Scouter Bob):</em></li>
  3973. </ol>
  3974. <p>Leave No Trace  has a list of nature projects that kids can do at home. You may want to check it out: <a href="https://lnt.org/indoor-nature-activities-for-kids/">https://lnt.org/indoor-nature-activities-for-kids/</a>   Videos include:</p>
  3975. <ol>
  3976. <li>Know the Leave No Trace Seven Principles for Kids?</li>
  3977. <li>Set up an indoor campsite with whatever supplies you have on hand.</li>
  3978. <li>No campfire? No problem! Make some campfire alternatives.</li>
  3979. <li>Make kits so you’ll be ready to go for your next adventure.</li>
  3980. <li>Using stuffed animals to learn how to watch wildlife.</li>
  3981. <li>Bandanas: the real multi-tool?</li>
  3982. </ol>
  3983. <ol start="8">
  3984. <li><em>National STEM in Scouting Committee</em> <br />The committee has developed an online Nova for remote Scouting. You can sign up at <a href="https://forms.gle/wnu6csPv4kmbGstx9">https://forms.gle/wnu6csPv4kmbGstx9</a> <br />This activity is for ages 7 thru 11 and you do not have to be a scout to participate! However, if you are a scout be sure to lead your Den Leader know when you finish this Nova so you are credited for the Nova Award.  This Nova applies to Wolf, Bear, and Webleos.</li>
  3985. </ol>
  3986. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3987. <ol start="9">
  3988. <li>&#8221; src=&#8221;cid:image001.jpg@01D61750.C435C8D0&#8243; alt=&#8221;0F94C1B2E2664BEDA7C541EC4A833499.jpg&#8221; border=&#8221;0&#8243; class=&#8221;Apple-web-attachment Singleton&#8221; style=&#8221;width: 1.0833in; height: 0.7395in; opacity: 1;&#8221;&gt;<em>Pack 493 has developed a Coronavirus Awareness Patch awarded once cubs have completed the K5 Learning Coronavirus worksheets for children:<br /></em><a href="https://www.k5learning.com/free-worksheets-for-kids/coronavirus"><em>https://www.k5learning.com/free-worksheets-for-kids/coronavirus</em></a></li>
  3989. </ol>
  3990. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3991. <ol start="10">
  3992. <li><em>Smithsonian Institute Museums Online Kids and Teens Programs:</em></li>
  3993. </ol>
  3994. <p>Just because the buildings are closed doesn’t mean you can’t visit.  Wide range of activities available for all ages including how to create an art-making robot, American history stories and activities, watching zoo animals and much, much more.</p>
  3995. <p><a href="https://www.si.edu/kids">https://www.si.edu/kids</a> </p>
  3996. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  3997. <ol start="11">
  3998. <li><em>Franklin Institute Museums Offers:</em></li>
  3999. <li>What is Mixed Reality (MR)?</li>
  4000. </ol>
  4001. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-mixed-reality">https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-mixed-reality</a></p>
  4002. <ol>
  4003. <li>What is Extended Reality (XR)?</li>
  4004. </ol>
  4005. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-extended-reality">https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-extended-reality</a></p>
  4006. <ol>
  4007. <li>Augmented Reality Pokemon on the Street</li>
  4008. </ol>
  4009. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/difference-between-ar-vr-and-mr">https://www.fi.edu/difference-between-ar-vr-and-mr</a></p>
  4010. <p>Augmented reality (AR) adds digital elements to a live view often by using the camera on a smartphone. Examples of augmented reality experiences include Snapchat lenses and the game Pokemon Go.</p>
  4011. <ol>
  4012. <li>Augmented Reality</li>
  4013. </ol>
  4014. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/augmented-reality">https://www.fi.edu/augmented-reality</a></p>
  4015. <ol>
  4016. <li>Marine Debris on Pearl and Hermes Atoll</li>
  4017. </ol>
  4018. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/marine-debris-on-pearl-and-hermes-atoll">https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/marine-debris-on-pearl-and-hermes-atoll</a></p>
  4019. <p>Step onto a beach where marine debris and wildlife life side by side. The Pacific trash gyre is a massive accumulation of marine debris that spirals in the North Pacific Ocean.</p>
  4020. <ol>
  4021. <li>Space Shuttle Atlantis at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex</li>
  4022. </ol>
  4023. <p><a href="https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/space-shuttle-atlantis-at-the-kennedy-space-center-visitor-complex">https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/space-shuttle-atlantis-at-the-kennedy-space-center-visitor-complex</a></p>
  4024. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  4025. <p><strong>BSA Resources Available Now!</strong></p>
  4026. <ul>
  4027. <li><em>National Statement on COVID-19  </em><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/"><em>https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/</em></a></li>
  4028. <li><em>COVID-19 FAQ   </em><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/"><em>https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/</em></a></li>
  4029. <li><em>Fun projects for kids that you can do from home   </em><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/"><em>https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/</em></a></li>
  4030. <li><em>Guide to Safe Scouting   </em><a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a"><em>https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a</em></a></li>
  4031. </ul>
  4032. <ul>
  4033. <li><em>Boy’s Life App available for free!</em></li>
  4034. <li><em>Scouting Magazine App available for free!</em></li>
  4035. <li><em>National Statement on COVID-19  </em><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/"><em>https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/</em></a></li>
  4036. <li>NCAC COVID-19 Updates: <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/</a></li>
  4037. <li><em>NCAC Guidance on Virtual Meetings with Youth  </em><a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/"><em>https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/</em></a></li>
  4038. <li><em>NCAC Guidance on Advancement during COVID -19: <br /><a href="https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/</a></em></li>
  4039. </ul>
  4040. <p><a href="https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/"><strong><em>Scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome</em></strong><em> </em></a><em>– a webpage with an ever-growing list of resources to help Scouting families and friends safely continue their adventures. Also check out #ScoutingAtHome and your council’s website for even more activities, ideas and helpful tips. </em></p>
  4041. <p> </p>
  4042. <p> </p>
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  4061. <title>Scouting Continues!  Best Practices During COVID-19 Restrictions</title>
  4062. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues-best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-continues-best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions</link>
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  4066. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 03:56:48 +0000</pubDate>
  4067. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1361</guid>
  4068.  
  4069. <description><![CDATA[<p>Virtual Meetings The most recent from BSA on Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities Troop 1760 SPL, Seneca District Shares: The PLC just had a virtual meeting via Zoom and there are some things we are planning for our continuing time in quarantine. We have elected not to continue troop meetings online, but rather are [&#8230;]</p>
  4070. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues-best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions/">Scouting Continues!  Best Practices During COVID-19 Restrictions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4072. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Virtual Meetings</strong></p>
  4073. <ol>
  4074. <li><em>The most recent from <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/digital-safety-and-online-scouting-activities/">BSA on Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities</a></em></li>
  4075. <li><em>Troop 1760 SPL, Seneca District Shares: </em></li>
  4076. </ol>
  4077. <p>The PLC just had a virtual meeting via Zoom and there are some things we are planning for our continuing time in quarantine.</p>
  4078. <ol style="list-style-type: lower-alpha">
  4079. <li>We have elected not to continue troop meetings online, but rather are reaching out to the two merit badge counselors to ideally continue the earning of those badges. Stay posted for details to come.</li>
  4080. <li>In addition, we are expecting patrol leaders to meet with their patrols before the end of April to check up on their patrols and plan potential online &#8220;outings&#8221; such as patrol video game time or making masks. A more detailed email has been sent out to patrol leaders about this so stay posted for details so patrol members can attend.</li>
  4081. </ol>
  4082. <ol start="3">
  4083. <li><em>Bryan Martin Frivida (ACC, NCAC) shares:</em></li>
  4084. </ol>
  4085. <p>As COVID-19 and remote meetings are very much an item of discussion these days, I wanted to share the latest guidance from BSA on remote meetings via <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/digital-safety-and-online-scouting-activities/">BSA&#8217;s Digital Safety and Online Scouting Activities</a>.</p>
  4086. <p>In addition, be sure to bookmark these helpful pages:</p>
  4087. <ul>
  4088. <li><a href="https://weownadventure.com/category/scouting-at-home/">NCAC Scouting at Home Posts on WeOwnAdventure.com</a></li>
  4089. <li><a href="https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/">BSA Scouting At Home resource page</a></li>
  4090. <li><a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/">BSA COVID-19 / Coronavirus resource page</a></li>
  4091. </ul>
  4092. <p><strong>How to do Scouting in the Time of COVID-19</strong></p>
  4093. <ol>
  4094. <li><em>Venture Crew 1345 TEDV (forwarded by Jae Englebrecht, ACC NCAC):</em></li>
  4095. </ol>
  4096. <p>To that end, we are proud to introduce what we would like to call TEDv.</p>
  4097. <p>You&#8217;ve all probably heard of TEDx, and know that they are a series of informative talks about a wide range of subjects. Our TEDv series will be a chance for our Venturers to share topics they are interested in with you in the form of an interactive Zoom lecture led by a subject expert.</p>
  4098. <p>Here is the schedule of our TEDv talks and topics for the next few weeks:</p>
  4099. <p><em>Game Design</em> with David Uribe: <em>Apr 24</em></p>
  4100. <p><em>The Night Sky and Celestial Navigation</em> with Stefan Arseneau: <em>May 1</em></p>
  4101. <p>Each TEDv presentation will take place on Zoom on <em>Friday at 6pm</em>.  Expect the presentation to last about 10-30 minutes, followed by a question-and-answer session with the presenter.  You are welcome to attend any session you are interested in.  Watch your emails for the Zoom invitations, and we hope to see you at TEDv!</p>
  4102. <p>Yours in Venturing, David Uribe</p>
  4103. <ol>
  4104. <li><em>The Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventure<br />
  4105. For Cub Scouts at all levels: <a href="https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/preview-adventures/protect-yourself-rules/">https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/preview-adventures/protect-yourself-rules/</a></em></li>
  4106. </ol>
  4107. <p>The Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventures may be used as an elective adventure OR they may be earned in place of the Cyber Chip requirement for the Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light badges of rank.  If used in place of the Cyber Chip requirement for a rank, it may not be used as an elective adventure for that rank.</p>
  4108. <ol>
  4109. <li><em>How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide</em></li>
  4110. </ol>
  4111. <p>These booklets are a basic resource to help parents understand how child abuse happens and keep their children safe. Exercises for parents and children are included. Several versions of the booklets are available:</p>
  4112. <p>For Cub Scouts and their parents<br />
  4113. <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-014_WEBpdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-014_WEB.pdf</a></p>
  4114. <p>For Cub Scouts and their parents (in Spanish)<br />
  4115. <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-073.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-073.pdf</a></p>
  4116. <p>For Scouts BSA members and their parents PDF icon<br />
  4117. <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-015(18).pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-015(18)pdf</a></p>
  4118. <p>For Scouts BSA members and their parents (in Spanish) PDF icon<br />
  4119. <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-016_web.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/100-016_web.pdf</a></p>
  4120. <p>For STEM Scouts and their parents PDF icon<br />
  4121. <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/STEM_Guidepdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/STEM_Guide.pdf</a></p>
  4122. <ol>
  4123. <li><em>Cyber Chip</em></li>
  4124. </ol>
  4125. <p>To help families and volunteers keep youth safe while online, the BSA introduces the Cyber Chip. The Scouting portal showcasing Cyber Chip resources includes grade-specific videos for each level.  <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/">https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/</a></p>
  4126. <ol>
  4127. <li><em>Bullying Awareness</em></li>
  4128. </ol>
  4129. <p>These fact sheets will help with bullying awareness and direct you to resources provided by the BSA and other entities we work with to protect children.<br />
  4130. <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/bullying/" data-wplink-edit="true">https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/bullying/</a></p>
  4131. <ol>
  4132. <li><em>Camp Leadership … A Guide for Camp Staff and Unit Leaders </em></li>
  4133. </ol>
  4134. <p>Brochure for unit leaders and camp staff who are responsible for providing a safe and healthy camp setting where Scouts are free from the worries of child abuse.<br />
  4135. <a href="https://i9peu1ikn3a16vg4e45rqi17-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/623-12719-CampLeadershipBrochure_WEB.pdf">https://i9peu1ikn3a16vg4e45rqi17-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/623-12719-CampLeadershipBrochure_WEB.pdf</a></p>
  4136. <ol>
  4137. <li><em>Welcome to Den Chief Training!<br />
  4138. </em>Scouts wishing to become den chiefs need to take this course. The module identifies den chief responsibilities and tasks, and describes the den chief’s relationship to the adult den leaders and how that relates to the den chief’s activities with the den. After finishing the training, den chief candidates receive their certificate of completion.<br />
  4139. <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth/den-chief-training/">Den Chief Facilitated and Online Training</a></li>
  4140. </ol>
  4141. <h3><em>g.       </em><strong><em>Venturing Crew Officers Orientation</em></strong></h3>
  4142. <p>This training module is geared primarily to Venturing youth that are elected into positions as officers within their Venturing crew, but it can also be used by adult leaders to learn the duties of the officers in the crew. This course is very useful for youth officers to fully understand their roles and responsibilities as it relates to Crew Officers Briefings and Seminars. This course will help the youth develop an annual plan of activities for the crew, as well as acquiring leadership and team-building skills. <em>Estimated time to complete: 45 minutes.</em></p>
  4143. <p><a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth/venturing-orientation/">Take Venturing Crew Officers Orientation Now!</a></p>
  4144. <p><em>High Adventure Base Update Regarding Summer of 2020 &#8211; </em><a href="https://www.philmontscoutranch.org/coronavirus/"><em>https://www.philmontscoutranch.org/coronavirus/</em></a></p>
  4145. <p>At this time, all HAB intend to open this summer.  There will be another update on May 1st.</p>
  4146. <p>The following issues are being worked on to come up with viable solutions, hopefully by the next update on April 1st:  1) Refunds, 2) Wilderness First Aid &amp; other required training, 3) BSA Health/Medical Forms, and 4) Summer staff.</p>
  4147. <ol>
  4148. <li><em>Advancement — Cub Scouts</em></li>
  4149. </ol>
  4150. <p>1)      Q: Can the Arrow of Light (fifth-grade dens) requirements fulfill the requirement to visit a troop or attend a troop outing to function as a patrol?</p>
  4151. <p>A:  Yes. Two things to keep in mind, the standard of completion for Cub Scout advancement is “Do Your Best,” so given the circumstances, we want to look at the purpose behind the requirements. Remember that doing nothing is never doing your best.</p>
  4152. <p>Dens can visit a virtual troop meeting to see the patrol method and youth leadership in action. Since the den cannot attend a troop campout or outing, the idea is for the den to function as a patrol while attending the virtual troop meeting. During this time, a virtual den meeting where the den functions as a patrol can be done. Elect a patrol leader, pick a patrol name, play a virtual game together as a patrol. Plenty of opportunities to Do Your Best to meet the intention of the requirement. Remember to maintain all youth protection standards online.</p>
  4153. <ol>
  4154. <li><em>Advancement — Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts</em></li>
  4155. </ol>
  4156. <p>1)      Q: Can merit badge counseling or Nova/Supernova counseling be done using digital technologies like Zoom or WebEx?</p>
  4157. <p>A:  Yes, registered merit badge counselors or Nova counselors/Supernova mentors may work with youth using digital platforms, ensuring that all youth protection measures noted in the <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/">Guide to Safe Scouting</a> and <a href="https://scoutingwire.org/social-media-guidelines/">BSA’s social media guidelines</a> are in place. In addition to youth protection, the advancement guidelines in <a href="https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/the-merit-badge-program/">Guide to Advancement (GTA) Section 7</a> are required.</p>
  4158. <p>2)      Q: Are merit badge counselors allowed to provide online instruction?<br />
  4159. A:  Yes. Merit badge counselors should follow the guidelines in the Guide to Advancement 7.0.3.2 and ensure you are adhering to all youth protection requirements and online communications guidelines. It is acceptable—and sometimes preferable—for merit badges to be taught in group settings, including online instruction. We currently allow group instruction at camp and merit badge midways, fairs, clinics, or similar events. These can be efficient methods, and interactive group discussions can support learning. Gathering a group online can also be beneficial. Guest experts and speakers that assist registered and approved counselors may be more willing to speak to a larger online audience. Slide shows, skits, demonstrations, panels, and various other techniques can also be employed, but as any teacher can attest, not everyone will learn all the material. Therefore, the standards we use to verify that each Scout has fulfilled requirements must not be relaxed. Merit badge counselors must be sure that each Scout has individually gained the knowledge intended. When accomplished, counselors can easily sign off requirements via ScoutBook.</p>
  4160. <p>3)      Q: What changes have been made to rank advancement/camping requirements given the need to maintain social distancing during this time?<br />
  4161. A:  We have implemented temporary changes, detailed below, to allow Scouts to complete rank requirements, detailed below, by video conferencing through September 1, 2020. This deadline will be re-evaluated as needed.<br />
  4162. The goal when using video conferencing must be to preserve the ideals and intent of each requirement as best as possible. Scoutmasters or their designee(s) should remain mindful of the Methods of Scouting, such as the Patrol Method, before implementing the modified requirements listed below. Some advancement activities can be completed by video conferencing but not all. For example, virtual visits to a city council meeting, national historic landmarks, museums, and art galleries may be acceptable, but swimming, rifle shooting, and motorboating merit badges cannot be completed virtually.<br />
  4163. Even when using video conferencing, all virtual campouts and activities should consist of as many elements found on a normal outdoor campout or activity as possible. The most significant difference is that patrol or troop members are not all in the same location. All existing youth protection policies and digital safety guidelines must be followed.<br />
  4164. <strong>Tenderfoot rank requirements</strong><br />
  4165. 1b. – Virtual patrol or troop campouts via video conferencing will be permitted.<br />
  4166. 2a. – During the same day as your virtual patrol or troop campout, assist in preparing one meal with the help of those with whom you live. Tell your patrol or troop why it was important for each person to share in meal preparation and cleanup.<br />
  4167. 2b. – During the same day as your virtual campout, demonstrate the appropriate method of safely cleaning items used to prepare, serve and eat a meal.<br />
  4168. 5a. – Explain the importance of the buddy system as it relates to your personal safety on outings and in your neighborhood. Verbally commit to following the buddy system on your next troop or patrol outing.<br />
  4169. 7a. – Tell how to display, raise, lower, and fold the U.S. flag.<br />
  4170. <strong>Second Class rank requirements:</strong><br />
  4171. 1a &amp; 1c. – Virtual patrol or troop activities via video conferencing will be permitted.<br />
  4172. 3b. – Using a compass and map together, <strong>plan</strong> a 5-mile hike approved by your adult leader.<br />
  4173. 4. – Evidence of wild animals can be demonstrated with information or photos of your local area found online.<br />
  4174. 5c. – May be completed virtually via video conferencing on dry land.<br />
  4175. 7c. – Learn about the dangers of using drugs, alcohol and tobacco and other practices that could be harmful to your health. Discuss what you learned with your family and explain the dangers of substance addictions. Report to your Scoutmaster or other adult leader in your troop about which parts of the Scout Oath and Scout Law relate to what you learned.<br />
  4176. 8a. – May be completed virtually using video conferencing.<br />
  4177. 8d. – May be completed by comparing costs at three (3) online sites or locations.</p>
  4178. <p><strong>First Class rank requirements:</strong><br />
  4179. 1a – Virtual patrol or troop activities via video conferencing will be permitted.<br />
  4180. 2e. – On the same day as your virtual campout, serve as the cook. Supervise your assistant(s) in using a stove or building a cooking fire. Prepare the breakfast, lunch, and dinner planned in First Class requirement 2a. Supervise the cleanup.<br />
  4181. 4a. – By drawing, computer software, or other virtual methods, plan an orienteering course that would cover at least one mile. Explain why measuring the height and/or width of designated items (tree, tower, canyon, ditch, etc.) is helpful. Explain how you would complete your course using a real map and compass.<br />
  4182. 4b. – Scouts do not need to follow their route.<br />
  4183. 5a. – Evidence of native plants can be demonstrated with information or photos of your local area found online.<br />
  4184. 6e. – May be completed on dry land.<br />
  4185. 9a. – Visit may take place virtually or by phone.<br />
  4186. 9c. – Outings can include past or future plans.<br />
  4187. 10. – Invite the potential new member to a <strong>virtual meeting or future activity using video conferencing. </strong></p>
  4188. <p>4)      Q: Will virtual camping count toward Order of the Arrow nights camping?<br />
  4189. A:  No, virtual camping will not count toward the 15 nights camping required for membership in the Order of the Arrow.</p>
  4190. <ol>
  4191. <li>Q: Can merit badge requirements be adapted since some elements can’t be completed as stated right now?<br />
  4192. A:  The published guidelines for the methodology of the merit badge program and the role of the merit badge counselor is found in the <a href="https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/">Guide to Advancement</a>, Section 70.0.0. It is important to remember that leaders and merit badge counselors must not make additions or deletions to requirements. The Scout is expected to meet the requirements as stated; however, in some cases, virtual “visits” may fulfill the intent of a requirement. When the requirement’s intent cannot be reached virtually, the requirements cannot be completed, and the Scout must wait to complete that badge/requirement. Merit badge counselors signing off on requirements must determine to the best of their ability if the Scout has demonstrated the intended outcome.<br />
  4193. All existing youth protection policies and digital safety guidelines must be followed.</li>
  4194. <li>Q: Does a Scout need a hard copy of a Blue Card when working on merit badges?<br />
  4195. A:  No. Since the introduction of Scoutbook, the BSA has offered Scouts two ways of recording merit badge requirement completion: The Blue Card and Scoutbook. Both remain authorized methods to record merit badge work. Scoutbook is a part of the BSA Internet Advancement system, which means that entering an advancement record in Scoutbook is the same as entering it in Internet Advancement. Anyone with a BSA member ID automatically has access to a Scoutbook account through their my.scouting account.</li>
  4196. </ol>
  4197. <ol start="5">
  4198. <li><em>Mary Abe, White Oak Assistant District Commissioner Shares Ideas for Packs:</em></li>
  4199. <li>Tiny Camp Fire   <a href="https://tinycampfire.net/">https://tinycampfire.net/</a></li>
  4200. </ol>
  4201. <p>The website is for a company that sends tea candles and supplies for s&#8217;mores to people who will then connect on Zoom for a Tiny Camp Fire. Packs/dens could send out the supplies without using the company. Storytelling, jokes and skits could be incorporated.</p>
  4202. <ol>
  4203. <li>Best Zoom Games:<br />
  4204. <a href="https://www.techrepublic.com/article/6-best-zoom-games-for-some-virtual-face-time-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/">https://www.techrepublic.com/article/6-best-zoom-games-for-some-virtual-face-time-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/</a><br />
  4205. Bingo, Yahtzee, Pictionary, and many more ideas plus Tech tips for how to implement these games.</li>
  4206. <li>Scavenger Hunt Ideas<br />
  4207. <a href="https://parade.com/1023648/jessicasager/scavenger-hunt-ideas-for-kids/">https://parade.com/1023648/jessicasager/scavenger-hunt-ideas-for-kids/</a><br />
  4208. There are any number of scavenger hunt ideas of on-line: This resource has 29 ideas. I think that there are some Cub Scout specific ones also, but this gives a broad range of ideas.</li>
  4209. <li>30 Day Challenge<br />
  4210. <a href="https://cubscoutideas.com/13550/30-day-cub-scout-challenge/">https://cubscoutideas.com/13550/30-day-cub-scout-challenge/</a><br />
  4211. Probably the easiest way to get folks into scouting at home. There is a challenge for every Cub level with age appropriate activities for every day of April.</li>
  4212. <li>Leatherworking&#8211;Tandy leather<br />
  4213. <a href="http://tandyleather.com/en/category/kits">Tandyleather.com/en/category/kits</a></li>
  4214. <li>under boy’s life ‘stuck inside 25 fun projects’ look at:</li>
  4215. </ol>
  4216. <ul>
  4217. <li>How to make a paper fortune teller</li>
  4218. <li>How to fold your own pocket sized joke book</li>
  4219. <li>How to make a homemade snow globe</li>
  4220. <li>How to make an origami x-wing fighter</li>
  4221. <li>How to make invisible ink for writing tip-secret messages</li>
  4222. </ul>
  4223. <ol>
  4224. <li>Morse code with a flashlight and phone or pc w zoom</li>
  4225. <li>Webex, room or google hangouts meet</li>
  4226. <li>Show and tell virtual</li>
  4227. <li>Work on cyber chip   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/">https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/</a></li>
  4228. <li>Virtual campouts</li>
  4229. <li><em>Theresa Garcia-Parks, White Oak District forwards:</em></li>
  4230. </ol>
  4231. <ol>
  4232. <li style="list-style-type: none">
  4233. <ol>
  4234. <li><em>From Victoria Eisenberg, Cubmaster, Pack 33:</em><br />
  4235. I am doing a virtual campout for scouts  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/posts/1657825367689363">https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/posts/1657825367689363</a><br />
  4236. So feel free to share that! ALL scouts are welcome to join. It lasts for 2 weeks allowing scouts to be able to do at home when they are able. I didn&#8217;t yet set up a zoom campfire for everyone on the event since it&#8217;s open to ALL scouts but I am doing one for our unit.</li>
  4237. <li><em>Great website for Cubs from Narragansett Council</em> <a href="https://www.narragansettbsa.org/camping-activities/virtual-scouting/72761">https://www.narragansettbsa.org/camping-activities/virtual-scouting/72761</a></li>
  4238. </ol>
  4239. </li>
  4240. </ol>
  4241. <p><strong> </strong></p>
  4242. <p><strong>Opportunities to Serve</strong></p>
  4243. <ol>
  4244. <li><em>Troop 33 Virtual Food Drive (recommended by Dr. Rick Manteuffel, ACC):</em></li>
  4245. </ol>
  4246. <p>Troop 33 has set a goal of donating 5,000 food items to the Capital Area Food Bank to help provide meals to vulnerable community members during the COVID-19 emergency.   Scouts are encouraged to share the message with family and friends, who can participate.  The beneficiary is the Capital Area Food Bank.</p>
  4247. <p>UPDATE:  The troop reports that they are over halfway to our goal of 5,000 items now. There&#8217;s still a week to go!<br />
  4248. The event page is <a href="https://yougivegoods.com/troop33-cafb">https://yougivegoods.com/troop33-cafb</a></p>
  4249. <ol>
  4250. <li><em>Theresa Garcia-Parks, White Oak District forwards:</em></li>
  4251. </ol>
  4252. <p><em>From Victoria Eisenberg, Cubmaster, Pack 33:</em><br />
  4253. Virtual Earth Month Community Service &amp; it encourages people to be able to give back in whatever creative way they can &amp; of course is open to all scouts.</p>
  4254. <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/posts/1657795151025718">https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/posts/1657795151025718</a></p>
  4255. <p><strong>Interesting Stuff</strong></p>
  4256. <ol>
  4257. <li><em>Sign Up for BL BAM! <a href="https://boyslife.org/blbam/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4152020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=A">https://boyslife.org/blbam/?utm_source=scoutingwire&amp;utm_campaign=swvolunteer4152020&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=A</a><br />
  4258. </em>Boys’ Life‘s email newsletter is perfect to make your days at home more fun. Each email will blow your mind with cool projects, hilarious jokes and super fun games! Sign up to get drops in your inbox!</li>
  4259. </ol>
  4260. <p><strong>STEM Corner</strong></p>
  4261. <ol>
  4262. <li><em>Franklin Institute Museums Offers:<br />
  4263. </em>a.  What is Mixed Reality (MR)?<br />
  4264. <a href="https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-mixed-reality">https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-mixed-reality</a></li>
  4265. </ol>
  4266. <ol>
  4267. <li>What is Extended Reality (XR)?<br />
  4268. <a href="https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-extended-reality">https://www.fi.edu/tech/what-is-extended-reality</a></li>
  4269. <li>Augmented Reality Pokemon on the Street<br />
  4270. <a href="https://wwwfi.edu/difference-between-ar-vr-and-mr">https://www.fi.edu/difference-between-ar-vr-and-mr</a><br />
  4271. Augmented reality (AR) adds digital elements to a live view often by using the camera on a smartphone. Examples of augmented reality experiences include Snapchat lenses and the game Pokemon Go.</li>
  4272. <li>Augmented Reality<br />
  4273. <a href="https://www.fi.edu/augmented-reality">https://www.fi.edu/augmented-reality</a></li>
  4274. <li>Marine Debris on Pearl and Hermes Atoll<br />
  4275. <a href="https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/marine-debris-on-pearl-and-hermes-atoll">https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/marine-debris-on-pearl-and-hermes-atoll</a><br />
  4276. Step onto a beach where marine debris and wildlife life side by side. The Pacific trash gyre is a massive accumulation of marine debris that spirals in the North Pacific Ocean.</li>
  4277. <li>Space Shuttle Atlantis at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex<br />
  4278. <a href="https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/space-shuttle-atlantis-at-the-kennedy-space-center-visitor-complex">https://www.fi.edu/virtualreality/space-shuttle-atlantis-at-the-kennedy-space-center-visitor-complex</a></li>
  4279. </ol>
  4280. <p><strong>BSA Resources Available Now!</strong></p>
  4281. <ul>
  4282. <li><em>Boy’s Life App available for free!</em></li>
  4283. <li><em>Scouting Magazine App available for free!</em></li>
  4284. <li><em>National Statement on COVID-19  <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/</a></em></li>
  4285. <li><em>COVID-19 FAQ   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/">https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/</a></em></li>
  4286. <li><em>Merit badges for social distancing: 58 badges Scouts can complete at home  <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/20/merit-badges-for-social-distancing/</a></em></li>
  4287. <li><em>Fun projects for kids that you can do from home   <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/03/19/fun-projects-for-kids-that-you-can-do-from-home/</a></em></li>
  4288. <li><em>Guide to Safe Scouting   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/#a</a></em></li>
  4289. <li><em>NCAC COVID-19 Updates: <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-response-to-covid-19/</a></em></li>
  4290. <li><em>NCAC Guidance on Virtual Meetings with Youth  <a href="https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/">https://weownadventure.com/ncac-guidance-on-virtual-meetings-with-youth/</a></em></li>
  4291. <li><em>NCAC Guidance on Advancement during COVID -19: </em></li>
  4292. <li><em><a href="https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/">https://weownadventure.com/guidance-on-advancement-during-covid-19/</a></em></li>
  4293. <li><em><a href="http://scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome">Scouting.org/ScoutingAtHome</a> – a webpage with an ever-growing list of resources to help Scouting families and friends safely continue their adventures. Also check out #ScoutingAtHome and your council’s website for even more activities, ideas and helpful tips.</em></li>
  4294. </ul>
  4295. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-continues-best-practices-during-covid-19-restrictions/">Scouting Continues!  Best Practices During COVID-19 Restrictions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4304. <title>Pack Virtual Camp-out How To</title>
  4305. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pack-virtual-camp-out-how-to/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pack-virtual-camp-out-how-to</link>
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  4312. <description><![CDATA[<p>Pack 33- White Oak District did a Virtual Camp-out. Want to learn more about it? Virtual Camp-out &#8216;Training&#8217;Sunday 26th of April at 5 pmJoin Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82733878928 Capacity is at 100, but if I facebook live it, it will show up on facebook.com/allaboutscouts/ &#38; anyone can view Can&#8217;t make it on Sunday?&#8220;How To&#8221; Virtual Camp-out [&#8230;]</p>
  4313. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pack-virtual-camp-out-how-to/">Pack Virtual Camp-out How To</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4316. <p>Pack 33- White Oak District did a Virtual Camp-out.<br /><br />Want to learn more about it?<br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium"><b>Virtual Camp-out &#8216;Training&#8217;<br /></b><u>Sunday 26th of April at 5 pm<br /></u>Join Zoom Meeting <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82733878928">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82733878928</a> <br />Capacity is at 100, but if I facebook live it, it will show up on <a href="http://facebook.com/allaboutscouts/">facebook.com/allaboutscouts/</a> &amp; anyone can view<br /><br /></span>Can&#8217;t make it on Sunday?<br /><span style="font-size: medium">&#8220;How To&#8221; Virtual Camp-out &#8216;Training&#8217; based on how we did it, give ideas, answer questions. I will also host a virtual camp-out on my page for May for units who can&#8217;t do April to make it easier from <u>17th of May to the 31st of May</u> &#8212; They can RSVP here <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1539630562872134/">https://www.facebook.com/events/1539630562872134/<br /><br /></a><i>Yours in Scouting,<br /></i></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-size: medium">Ms Victoria Eisenberg</span> <span style="font-size: xx-small"><i>(she/hers)</i></span><span style="font-size: medium"><br />Pack 33 Cubmaster,</span><span style="font-size: xx-small"><br /></span><span style="font-size: medium"><i>#scouton #scoutingathome #allaboutscouts<br /></i></span><span style="color: #0000ff;font-size: medium"><a href="http://pack.takomaparkscouts33.org/">Pack 33 Website</a></span><span style="font-size: medium">@allaboutscouts <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/">https://www.facebook.com/allaboutscouts/<br /></a><a href="http://pack.takomaparkscouts33.org/">http://pack.takomaparkscouts33.org/</a></span></p>
  4317. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pack-virtual-camp-out-how-to/">Pack Virtual Camp-out How To</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4326. <title>April Roundtable Recap/Notes</title>
  4327. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-roundtable-recap-notes/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=april-roundtable-recap-notes</link>
  4328. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-roundtable-recap-notes/#respond</comments>
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  4331. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 03:29:33 +0000</pubDate>
  4332. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1359</guid>
  4333.  
  4334. <description><![CDATA[<p>We would like to thank all those that attended our first Virtual Roundtable last Thursday.  We hope you all got as much out of it as your Roundtable Staff did. If you dialed into the meeting, please let us know so we can match up the phone number with the folks that attended. You can [&#8230;]</p>
  4335. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-roundtable-recap-notes/">April Roundtable Recap/Notes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4336. ]]></description>
  4337. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4338. <p>We would like to thank all those that attended our first Virtual Roundtable last Thursday.  We hope you all got as much out of it as your Roundtable Staff did.</p>
  4339. <div>If you dialed into the meeting, please let us know so we can match up the phone number with the folks that attended. You can email Phil Dennis (<a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>) or Hunter Shelley (<a href="mailto:hshelley@starpower.net">hshelley@starpower.net</a>).</div>
  4340. <div> </div>
  4341. <div>There was a lot of great discussion on virtual meetings, virtual campouts and adjustments to requirements that recently came down from BSA National.</div>
  4342. <div> </div>
  4343. <div>We will meet by Google Meeting again next month, and there are already some enhancements to this platform that should help us out a lot.  </div>
  4344. <div> </div>
  4345. <div>Here is a link to a folder that contains the PowerPoint presentation, notes from the meeting and a suggestion for activities for your units.</div>
  4346. <div> </div>
  4347. <div><a href="https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB">https://bit.ly/2XMT9zB</a></div>
  4348. <div> </div>
  4349. <div>
  4350. <div dir="ltr">
  4351. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  4352. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  4353. </div>
  4354. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-roundtable-recap-notes/">April Roundtable Recap/Notes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4355. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4358. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4361. </item>
  4362. <item>
  4363. <title>Training during COVID19</title>
  4364. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/training-during-covid19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=training-during-covid19</link>
  4365. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/training-during-covid19/#respond</comments>
  4367. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4368. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:25:12 +0000</pubDate>
  4369. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1355</guid>
  4370.  
  4371. <description><![CDATA[<p>Now is the time for Scouters to do their online training, since we cannot do in-person training at the moment. Instead of going stir crazy, complete your Youth Protection Training (retaken every 2 years), or take any of the online training that is offered at my.scouting.org. Not sure what courses are required to be a [&#8230;]</p>
  4372. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/training-during-covid19/">Training during COVID19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4373. ]]></description>
  4374. <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <div data-elementor-type="wp-post" data-elementor-id="1355" class="elementor elementor-1355" data-elementor-post-type="post">
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  4379. <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-57a08ebd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="57a08ebd" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default">
  4380. <div class="elementor-widget-container">
  4381. <p>Now is the time for Scouters to do their online training, since we cannot do in-person training at the moment.</p><p>Instead of going stir crazy, complete your Youth Protection Training (retaken every 2 years), or take any of the online training that is offered at <a href="http://my.scouting.org">my.scouting.org.</a></p><p>Not sure what courses are required to be a Trained Leader go to: <a href="https://www.scouting.org/training/training-quicklinks/">https://www.scouting.org/training/training-quicklinks/</a> and select Trained Leader Requirements<strong>.</strong></p><p>Remember if your position has changed you must update your training to be completely trained.</p><p>Courses offered online at <a href="http://my.scouting.org">my.scouting.org</a>:</p><ul><li>Youth Protection Training (retaken every 2 years)</li><li>Cub Scout Position Specific Trainings</li><li>Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Training</li><li>Committee Specific Training</li><li>Merit Badge Training</li><li>BALOO prerequisites</li><li>Hazardous Weather (retaken every 2 years)</li><li>Safety Afloat (retaken every 2 years)</li><li>Safe Swim Defense (retaken every 2 years)</li><li>Trek Safely (retaken every 2 years)</li><li>Explore other trainings available at this site</li></ul><p>Be sure to check out <em>Expanded Learning</em> located in my.scouting.org for Safety courses, BALOO prerequisites, Stem and other courses available beyond the basic Leader Specific courses.</p> </div>
  4382. </div>
  4383. </div>
  4384. </div>
  4385. </div>
  4386. </section>
  4387. </div>
  4388. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/training-during-covid19/">Training during COVID19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4389. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4395. </item>
  4396. <item>
  4397. <title>Looking for Unit Service Projects &#038; Camping</title>
  4398. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-unit-service-projects-camping/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=looking-for-unit-service-projects-camping</link>
  4399. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-unit-service-projects-camping/#respond</comments>
  4401. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4402. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:19:41 +0000</pubDate>
  4403. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1354</guid>
  4404.  
  4405. <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for stories this week of Scouts continuing to do service projects. Next week will be camping. Please put the word out and help units post to weownadventure.com!</p>
  4406. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-unit-service-projects-camping/">Looking for Unit Service Projects &amp; Camping</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4407. ]]></description>
  4408. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4409. <p>Looking for stories this week of Scouts continuing to do service projects. Next week will be camping. Please put the word out and help units post to <a href="http://weownadventure.com/">weownadventure.com</a>!</p>
  4410. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-unit-service-projects-camping/">Looking for Unit Service Projects &amp; Camping</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4411. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4417. </item>
  4418. <item>
  4419. <title>NCAC Virtual Meetings Webinar: April 9</title>
  4420. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-meetings-webinar-april-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-virtual-meetings-webinar-april-9</link>
  4421. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-meetings-webinar-april-9/#respond</comments>
  4423. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4424. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2020 05:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
  4425. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1352</guid>
  4426.  
  4427. <description><![CDATA[<p>Registration URL https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWUfXT_yRlCWRqbVaZ2HsQ      Description The National Capital Area Council invites you to a meeting…. about meetings. Join us for a webinar to learn strategies for conducting engaging and safe meetings online. The Marketing and Communications committee has set guidelines for best practices that will help you succeed in unit meetings and online programming. [&#8230;]</p>
  4428. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-meetings-webinar-april-9/">NCAC Virtual Meetings Webinar: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4429. ]]></description>
  4430. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4431. <h1>Registration URL</h1>
  4432. <div><a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWUfXT_yRlCWRqbVaZ2HsQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWUfXT_yRlCWRqbVaZ2HsQ </a></div>
  4433. <div> </div>
  4434. <div> </div>
  4435. <h1>Description</h1>
  4436. <div>The National Capital Area Council invites you to a meeting…. about meetings. Join us for a webinar to learn strategies for conducting engaging and safe meetings online. <br /><br />The Marketing and Communications committee has set guidelines for best practices that will help you succeed in unit meetings and online programming. We will hear from both key volunteers and from a Scouts BSA troop about their experiences.<br /><br /><strong>This webinar is open to all unit leaders and youth leaders.  <br /></strong><br /><em>Youth members participating should have a parent/guardian’s permission to attend and should be supervised per their family’s standards.<br /></em></div>
  4437. <ul>
  4438. <li>How to safely hold meetings online</li>
  4439. <li>Suggested technology</li>
  4440. <li>Online meetings and youth protection</li>
  4441. <li>Strategies to encourage participation</li>
  4442. <li>Council’s published guidelines related to online activities and advancement</li>
  4443. <li>Virtual tours and quiz engines</li>
  4444. </ul>
  4445. <div><br />This is a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes for open questions.</div>
  4446. <div> </div>
  4447. <h1>Time</h1>
  4448. <div>April 9, 2020 <br />8:00 PM Eastern Time<br /><br /></div>
  4449. <h1>Registration URL</h1>
  4450. <div><a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWUfXT_yRlCWRqbVaZ2HsQ%20" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWUfXT_yRlCWRqbVaZ2HsQ </a></div>
  4451. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-virtual-meetings-webinar-april-9/">NCAC Virtual Meetings Webinar: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4452. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4458. </item>
  4459. <item>
  4460. <title>Cancelled: National Annual Meeting: May 18</title>
  4461. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cancelled-national-annual-meeting-may-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cancelled-national-annual-meeting-may-18</link>
  4462. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cancelled-national-annual-meeting-may-18/#respond</comments>
  4464. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4465. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:56:28 +0000</pubDate>
  4466. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1351</guid>
  4467.  
  4468. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please share this message from Jim Turley, National Chair, Boy Scouts of America Dear Scouting family,  With the best interests of our volunteers and employees in mind, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has decided to cancel the in-person 2020 National Annual Meeting, which was scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. during the week [&#8230;]</p>
  4469. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cancelled-national-annual-meeting-may-18/">Cancelled: National Annual Meeting: May 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4470. ]]></description>
  4471. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4472. <p><em>Please share this message from Jim Turley, National Chair, Boy Scouts of America </em><br /><br />Dear Scouting family, <br /><br />With the best interests of our volunteers and employees in mind, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has decided to cancel the in-person 2020 National Annual Meeting, which was scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. during the week of May 18, 2020. We will begin processing your refunds shortly, which will be made in the original method of payment. <br /><br />The decision was made after careful consideration of many variables including state and local guidelines and the needs of our attendees. No further decisions about other national activities or events have been made at this time. <br /><br />We are currently exploring ways to provide alternative opportunities to share timely information, accomplish necessary business, and provide inspiration that will help us guide Scouting forward in the months and years to come. This will include a virtual meeting of voting members to address requirements outlined in our bylaws. <br /><br />We look forward to empowering our volunteers and professionals so we can continue to focus our energy on building Scouting’s strength as we look to empower and support youth and families in our communities. <br /><br />I also have a special request I’d like you to consider. If you had planned on attending this year’s meeting, we ask that you instead redirect the funds you would have spent attending the meeting – for registration, travel, and your hotel stay – to your local council. This will go a long way to help Scouting come back stronger after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. <br /><br />Our communities will need our support more than ever, and with your partnership, Scouting can be ready to help Americans come back together in service and adventure when the time is right. Thank you for your dedicated support of Scouting. </p>
  4473. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cancelled-national-annual-meeting-may-18/">Cancelled: National Annual Meeting: May 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4474. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4480. </item>
  4481. <item>
  4482. <title>Ideas to Show Appreciation?</title>
  4483. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ideas-to-show-appreciation/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ideas-to-show-appreciation</link>
  4484. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ideas-to-show-appreciation/#respond</comments>
  4486. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4487. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:54:51 +0000</pubDate>
  4488. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1350</guid>
  4489.  
  4490. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello Seneca Scouters!  We would like to do everything we can to show our appreciation to all medical personnel and first responders always, but especially right now. What are some ideas we can do to show our appreciation? Here are some the Key 3 have come up with How about having Scouts create a sign [&#8230;]</p>
  4491. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ideas-to-show-appreciation/">Ideas to Show Appreciation?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4492. ]]></description>
  4493. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4494. <p>Hello Seneca Scouters!  We would like to do everything we can to show our appreciation to all medical personnel and first responders always, but especially right now. What are some ideas we can do to show our appreciation? Here are some the Key 3 have come up with</p>
  4495. <ul>
  4496. <li>How about having Scouts create a sign that can be placed in their yard? Something like “Thank you to all First Responders from Pack/Troop/Crew/Ship nnnn”!</li>
  4497. <li>Or, if you can sew and have fabric laying around, make masks for your doctor’s office or other first responders, there are lots of patterns on the web</li>
  4498. <li>or, if anyone has a 3D printer, there is a pattern for making strap holders to hold face masks on while giving the wearer a break on their ears. <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4249113?fbclid=IwAR1csTHuQwbu1qmm6EphzX3JKNZvumdkJtojuVRlzPhTBhX7dVle6pkXFJ4">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4249113</a></li>
  4499. <li>If you own a camper/RV and are willing, there are a number of medical people who would love a place to stay near their families where they can be separate so they do not take a chance on infecting them while they are caring for people with the COVID-19 virus. There is a FaceBook page called “RVs for MDs to Fight Corona Virus”    </li>
  4500. </ul>
  4501. <p>YiS,<br />Pam Pagnotta<br />Seneca District Chair</p>
  4502. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ideas-to-show-appreciation/">Ideas to Show Appreciation?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4510. <item>
  4511. <title>Virtual Roundtable: April 16</title>
  4512. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-roundtable-april-16/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=virtual-roundtable-april-16</link>
  4513. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-roundtable-april-16/#respond</comments>
  4515. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4516. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
  4517. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1347</guid>
  4518.  
  4519. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA will hold a virtual Roundtable in April. Due to next Thursday being both Passover and Maudy Thursday, we are moving the Seneca RTs to the following week, APRIL 16th, 7:30 We will meet at our regular meeting time, April 16th at 7:30 PM.  I’ll have the Google Meeting [&#8230;]</p>
  4520. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-roundtable-april-16/">Virtual Roundtable: April 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4521. ]]></description>
  4522. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4523. <div class="entry-content">
  4524. <p>Seneca District Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA will hold a virtual Roundtable in April.</p>
  4525. <p>Due to next Thursday being both Passover and Maudy Thursday, we are moving the Seneca RTs to the following week, APRIL 16th, 7:30</p>
  4526. <div>We will meet at our regular meeting time, April 16th at 7:30 PM.  I’ll have the Google Meeting open by 7:15 pm if folks want to talk before hand.  </div>
  4527. <div> </div>
  4528. <div>This month should focus on how units are doing, how are they coping, what can we do to help them, are they meeting, HOW are they meeting, Dens, Packs, Patrols, Troops, etc., what (if any) plans for summer camp have changed.  We will also (time permitting) will have a discussion on “home spun” summer camp ideas.</div>
  4529. <div> </div>
  4530. <div>If you have the Google Hangouts App, you can click on the link below and you will be joined to the meeting from your phone.  If you want to join on your computer, again, click the Meeting ID link below in your browser and you can join.  If using a phone you should be connected to a wireless network (as opposed to your cell providers network) to save on data charges.  </div>
  4531. <div>
  4532. <div> </div>
  4533. <div>Join Hangouts Meet<br /><a href="http://meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc">meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc</a><br />Meeting ID<br /><a href="http://meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc">meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc</a><br />Phone Numbers<br />(‪US‬)<br />‪+1 575-567-3197‬<br />PIN: ‪922 618 977#‬</div>
  4534. <div>Phil Dennis<br />Scouts BSA Roundtable Commissioner</div>
  4535. <div> </div>
  4536. <div>Happy Easter and Passover to All!!</div>
  4537. <div>YIDS</div>
  4538. <div>Commish</div>
  4539. </div>
  4540. </div>
  4541. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/virtual-roundtable-april-16/">Virtual Roundtable: April 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4549. <item>
  4550. <title>Cub Scouts Virtual Roundtable: April 9</title>
  4551. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-virtual-roundtable-april-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scouts-virtual-roundtable-april-9</link>
  4552. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-virtual-roundtable-april-9/#respond</comments>
  4554. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4555. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 02:50:46 +0000</pubDate>
  4556. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1343</guid>
  4557.  
  4558. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are on for April &#8211; details coming soon with how/where to dial in for the discussion.</p>
  4559. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-virtual-roundtable-april-9/">Cub Scouts Virtual Roundtable: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4560. ]]></description>
  4561. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4562. <p>We are on for April &#8211; details coming soon with how/where to dial in for the discussion.</p>
  4563. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-virtual-roundtable-april-9/">Cub Scouts Virtual Roundtable: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4571. <item>
  4572. <title>Merit Badge Counselors Urgently Needed</title>
  4573. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-urgently-needed/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=merit-badge-counselors-urgently-needed</link>
  4574. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-urgently-needed/#respond</comments>
  4576. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4577. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 02:43:04 +0000</pubDate>
  4578. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1342</guid>
  4579.  
  4580. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello In this time of school closings, many scouts are stuck at home without productive options.  For many, classes are suspended, and most do not have troop meetings or other extracurricular activities.  As such, NCAC would like to offer a new program called Merit Badges @ Home. The goal is to help scouts continue their scouting [&#8230;]</p>
  4581. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-urgently-needed/">Merit Badge Counselors Urgently Needed</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4582. ]]></description>
  4583. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4584. <div>Hello<br /><br />In this time of school closings, many scouts are stuck at home without productive options.  For many, classes are suspended, and most do not have troop meetings or other extracurricular activities.  As such, NCAC would like to offer a new program called <strong>Merit Badges @ Home.</strong> The goal is to help scouts continue their scouting journey and stay connected.</div>
  4585. <h1>WHAT</h1>
  4586. <div>A series of online classes and meetings designed to help scouts advance.  Scouts work with counselors through Zoom meetings and a Basecamp project.</div>
  4587. <h1>WHY</h1>
  4588. <div>To help the scouts of NCAC stay engaged with scouting during this period when all council and district activities have shut down (and most units have as well).</div>
  4589. <h1>WHEN</h1>
  4590. <div>We&#8217;re already underway.  But before you promote to scouts, we need you to help us find counselors.  All badges have been selling out in just hours.  Yes, less than a day.  <strong>DEMAND FAR EXCEEDS SUPPLY</strong></div>
  4591. <h1><strong>WHO</strong></h1>
  4592. <div>We need merit badge counselors.</div>
  4593. <ol>
  4594. <li>They need to be registered as merit badge counselors already</li>
  4595. <li>Those who have experience working at camps, merit badge days, or with larger groups helpful, but we&#8217;ll take everyone who&#8217;s qualified</li>
  4596. <li>Badges should be able to be completed by scouts who are homebound or that can be completed in their yard or areas with appropriate social distancing.</li>
  4597. <li>We&#8217;re looking for these badges in particular (<a href="https://public.3.basecamp.com/p/eJ1TQ33cW7upy2dDKCAin62X"><strong>see list</strong></a>) but open to any topics.</li>
  4598. <li>We also need a second adult to be present at sessions.  So additional volunteers welcome.</li>
  4599. </ol>
  4600. <h1>TOOLS:</h1>
  4601. <ul>
  4602. <li>Classes will be taught using the Zoom videoconferencing platform.  Council has accounts and support ready to go.</li>
  4603. <li>A Basecamp project for each badge will be set up to allow for scouts to submit their work</li>
  4604. <li>We will teach you how to use these tools and will provide support on the back end for all systems.</li>
  4605. <li>Council is paying for all the technology used to host the sessions</li>
  4606. </ul>
  4607. <h1><strong>NEXT STEPS:</strong></h1>
  4608. <div>If you are able to host a merit badge (or even 2 or 3) please let us know.</div>
  4609. <ol>
  4610. <li>Please fill out this form as a counselor –  <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fmerit-badges-at-home%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1LVeTXtVIVqdod6Nx_x-wiZYxOW1NkpBzc7g4sFoNtvAmyVxI2ocIX2Bw&amp;h=AT0sMWJ5k2iU9IjR2njbBBTXEhahU0J0TjTJjPuI9WKB9FUdgfXhpef1KGh2k0k73KsmXip3VzIxtZwdaqW3uwQZO9qnBQJfk5jrR3utf1ODKDffBIT7FMslpzeFp3Ykz3tFT9w" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ncacbsa.org/merit-badges-at-home/</a></li>
  4611. <li>Let us know which badge(s) you&#8217;d like to offer</li>
  4612. <li>Join the Online Merit Badge Counselor Basecamp Project – <a href="https://bit.ly/ncacmbc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/ncacmbc</a></li>
  4613. <li>We will be in touch shortly for onboarding. We have detailed training and support for you.</li>
  4614. </ol>
  4615. <div>Thank you for all that you do and for your consideration in helping our Scouts. <br /><br />Yours in Scouting,<br /><br />Richard Harrington<br />NCAC VP of Marketing &amp; Communications</div>
  4616. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-urgently-needed/">Merit Badge Counselors Urgently Needed</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4623. </item>
  4624. <item>
  4625. <title>Put your Quarantine to Training Use!</title>
  4626. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/put-your-quarantine-to-training-use/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=put-your-quarantine-to-training-use</link>
  4627. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/put-your-quarantine-to-training-use/#respond</comments>
  4629. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4630. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 02:38:11 +0000</pubDate>
  4631. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1341</guid>
  4632.  
  4633. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you stuck at home with some free time? You should think about getting your trained patch or finishing up your position-specific training, or taking some relevant supplemental classes available.   Now you can check here what do you need to complete, all in one convenient location!  As you all can imagine, our in person [&#8230;]</p>
  4634. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/put-your-quarantine-to-training-use/">Put your Quarantine to Training Use!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4635. ]]></description>
  4636. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4637. <div>Are you stuck at home with some free time? You should think about getting your trained patch or finishing up your position-specific training, or taking some relevant supplemental classes available.</div>
  4638. <div> </div>
  4639. <div>Now you can check here what do you need to complete, all in one convenient location!  As you all can imagine, our in person training classes are being postponed. The good news is that you can complete your online training at <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">my.scouting.org</a>. </div>
  4640. <div> </div>
  4641. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/PositionTrainedCourses.pdf">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/PositionTrainedCourses.pdf</a>  </div>
  4642. <div> </div>
  4643. <div>Let&#8217;s reach for the stars. Let&#8217;s go for 100% of our adults fully trained</div>
  4644. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/put-your-quarantine-to-training-use/">Put your Quarantine to Training Use!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4645. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4651. </item>
  4652. <item>
  4653. <title>Mana Donations</title>
  4654. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mana-donations/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=mana-donations</link>
  4655. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mana-donations/#respond</comments>
  4657. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4658. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 02:35:36 +0000</pubDate>
  4659. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1340</guid>
  4660.  
  4661. <description><![CDATA[<p>There will be significant food needs in Montgomery County and many opportunities to do community service in the next days and weeks.     Do give them a call to offer such support as you and your unit may wish to give.  Their telephone number is 301 424 1130.</p>
  4662. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mana-donations/">Mana Donations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4663. ]]></description>
  4664. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4665. <p><b>There will be significant food needs in Montgomery County and many opportunities to do community service in the next days and weeks.     Do give them a call to offer such support as you and your unit may wish to give.  Their telephone number is 301 424 1130.<br /></b></p>
  4666. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mana-donations/">Mana Donations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4667. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4673. </item>
  4674. <item>
  4675. <title>BSA Online Applications Access Extended to Accommodate Rechartering</title>
  4676. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-online-applications-access-extended-to-accommodate-rechartering/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bsa-online-applications-access-extended-to-accommodate-rechartering</link>
  4677. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-online-applications-access-extended-to-accommodate-rechartering/#respond</comments>
  4679. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4680. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 03:06:28 +0000</pubDate>
  4681. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1336</guid>
  4682.  
  4683. <description><![CDATA[<p>From National 02/29/2020 To help ensure units have full access to BSA online systems while councils continue to process recharters, we are extending the grace period for units to continue accessing online systems for an additional 30 days. This includes Scoutbook, Internet Advancement, Application Manager, my.Scouting tools, and Den Leader Experience.</p>
  4684. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-online-applications-access-extended-to-accommodate-rechartering/">BSA Online Applications Access Extended to Accommodate Rechartering</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4685. ]]></description>
  4686. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4687. <h5><span class="gmail-newsClass">From National </span><span class="gmail-newsDate">02/29/2020</span></h5>
  4688. <p>To help ensure units have full access to BSA online systems while councils continue to process recharters, we are extending the grace period for units to continue accessing online systems for an additional 30 days. This includes Scoutbook, Internet Advancement, Application Manager, my.Scouting tools, and Den Leader Experience.</p>
  4689. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-online-applications-access-extended-to-accommodate-rechartering/">BSA Online Applications Access Extended to Accommodate Rechartering</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4690. ]]></content:encoded>
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  4697. <item>
  4698. <title>Scouting from home with JOTI-Special Edition: April 3-5</title>
  4699. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-from-home-with-joti-special-edition-april-3-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-from-home-with-joti-special-edition-april-3-5</link>
  4700. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-from-home-with-joti-special-edition-april-3-5/#respond</comments>
  4702. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4703. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 03:03:53 +0000</pubDate>
  4704. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1334</guid>
  4705.  
  4706. <description><![CDATA[<p>This 3-5 April 2020! Part of Scouting’s great success over the past 113 years has been its enduring ability to adapt and respond to the changing needs of communities at every level. Young people in many countries today face challenges at home and in their local communities due to COVID-19. Their formal education, where they [&#8230;]</p>
  4707. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-from-home-with-joti-special-edition-april-3-5/">Scouting from home with JOTI-Special Edition: April 3-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4708. ]]></description>
  4709. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4710. <h4>This 3-5 April 2020!</h4>
  4711. <p>Part of Scouting’s great success over the past 113 years has been its enduring ability to adapt and respond to the changing needs of communities at every level. Young people in many countries today face challenges at home and in their local communities due to COVID-19. Their formal education, where they have access to it, has been severely impacted by the pandemic.  <br /><br />According to UNESCO monitoring, as of today 85 countries have closed schools nationwide, impacting 776.7 million children and youth. At this challenging time, we, as a united Movement of 171 National Scout Organizations need to hold true to the Promise that binds us together and do our duty to help other people.<br /><br />At this extraordinary moment when many people are isolated, it is our firm belief that we should rise to the challenge and respond with an extraordinary global event that will unite Scouting at every level. Today we are excited to announce a special edition of <strong>Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI)</strong>, the largest digital Scout event held annually!</p>
  4712. <p>This special JOTI will be both educational and fun, bringing Scouting to the homes of young people around the world. It will be a space for young people and Scouts to connect, learn and build friendships during this challenging time of social distance. It will be a mass mobilization that seeks to engender a sense of unity throughout the Movement.<br /><br />Through a dynamic virtual engagement program, young people will be able to learn about safety measures, mental and physical health tips, and more while digitally engaging as global citizens through a range of activities &#8211; from webinars to concerts. The special edition of JOTI will also enable Scouts to connect to peers from different countries, hear from special guests and share ideas about Scouting from home. The online platform will provide National Scout Organizations and Scouts with helpful resources, ideas and initiatives to adapt regular Scouting activities to engaging initiatives that can be done at home. <br /><br />As we navigate uncharted waters, together, we can turn this challenge into an opportunity to continuously showcase and share what Scouting is all about &#8211; unity, friendship, education and resourcefulness. <br /><br /><strong>Join us online this 3 &#8211; 5 April 2020 and help us spread the word of this JOTI Special Edition today. </strong> </p>
  4713. <p><strong>Craig Turpie                                              Ahmad Alhendawi</strong></p>
  4714. <p>Chairperson,                                     Secretary General</p>
  4715. <p>World Scout Committee                  WOSM   </p>
  4716. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-from-home-with-joti-special-edition-april-3-5/">Scouting from home with JOTI-Special Edition: April 3-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4724. <item>
  4725. <title>Scouts BSA Virtual Roundtable: April 9</title>
  4726. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-virtual-roundtable-april-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-virtual-roundtable-april-9</link>
  4727. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-virtual-roundtable-april-9/#respond</comments>
  4729. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4730. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 02:51:54 +0000</pubDate>
  4731. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1333</guid>
  4732.  
  4733. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District Scouts BSA will hold a virtual Round Table in April We will meet at our regular meeting time, April 9th at 7:30 PM.  I&#8217;ll have the Google Meeting open by 7:15 pm if folks want to talk before hand.     This month should focus on how units are doing, how are they coping, [&#8230;]</p>
  4734. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-virtual-roundtable-april-9/">Scouts BSA Virtual Roundtable: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4735. ]]></description>
  4736. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4737. <p>Seneca District Scouts BSA will hold a virtual Round Table in April</p>
  4738. <div>We will meet at our regular meeting time, April 9th at 7:30 PM.  I&#8217;ll have the Google Meeting open by 7:15 pm if folks want to talk before hand.  </div>
  4739. <div> </div>
  4740. <div>This month should focus on how units are doing, how are they coping, what can we do to help them, are they meeting, HOW are they meeting, Dens, Packs, Patrols, Troops, etc., what (if any) plans for summer camp have changed.  We will also (time permitting) will have a discussion on &#8220;home spun&#8221; summer camp ideas.</div>
  4741. <div> </div>
  4742. <div>If you have the Google Hangouts App, you can click on the link below and you will be joined to the meeting from your phone.  If you want to join on your computer, again, click the Meeting ID link below in your browser and you can join.  If using a phone you should be connected to a wireless network (as opposed to your cell providers network) to save on data charges.  </div>
  4743. <div>
  4744. <div> </div>
  4745. <div>Join Hangouts Meet<br /><a href="http://meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc">meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc</a><br />Meeting ID<br /><a href="http://meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc">meet.google.com/rfb-epto-coc</a><br />Phone Numbers<br />(‪US‬)<br />‪+1 575-567-3197‬<br />PIN: ‪922 618 977#‬</div>
  4746. <div>Phil Dennis<br />Scouts BSA Roundtable Commissioner</div>
  4747. </div>
  4748. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-virtual-roundtable-april-9/">Scouts BSA Virtual Roundtable: April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4756. <item>
  4757. <title>Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Assist in Merit Badge at Home Test?</title>
  4758. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-assist-in-merit-badge-at-home-test/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=merit-badge-counselors-assist-in-merit-badge-at-home-test</link>
  4759. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-assist-in-merit-badge-at-home-test/#respond</comments>
  4761. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4762. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:22:17 +0000</pubDate>
  4763. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1332</guid>
  4764.  
  4765. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are looking for a couple of technically savvy Merit Badge counselors that can help in a pilot to support completing merit badges at home. Interested &#8211; contact Lynn Hamilton at seneca.webmaster@ncacbsa.org.</p>
  4766. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-assist-in-merit-badge-at-home-test/">Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Assist in Merit Badge at Home Test?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4767. ]]></description>
  4768. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4769. <p>We are looking for a couple of technically savvy Merit Badge counselors that can help in a pilot to support completing merit badges at home. Interested &#8211; contact Lynn Hamilton at seneca.webmaster@ncacbsa.org.</p>
  4770. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/merit-badge-counselors-assist-in-merit-badge-at-home-test/">Merit Badge Counselors &#8211; Assist in Merit Badge at Home Test?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4778. <item>
  4779. <title>SOUSA Nominations Requested</title>
  4780. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nominations-requested/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sousa-nominations-requested</link>
  4781. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nominations-requested/#respond</comments>
  4783. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4784. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:18:21 +0000</pubDate>
  4785. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1331</guid>
  4786.  
  4787. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello all,  Since the District COH has slipped from March to May 12,  I will continue to solicit via e-mail for additional SOUSA awardees.  Send your supporting paragraph to Tom Kennedy.  Best Regards, TomThomas C. Kennedy (C) 301-461-4101tckenne@comcast.net  </p>
  4788. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nominations-requested/">SOUSA Nominations Requested</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4789. ]]></description>
  4790. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4791. <p>Hello all, </p>
  4792. <p>Since the District COH has slipped from March to May 12,  I will continue to solicit via e-mail for additional SOUSA awardees.  Send your supporting paragraph to Tom Kennedy. </p>
  4793. <p>Best Regards, <br /><strong><em>Tom<br /></em></strong>Thomas C. Kennedy <br />(C) 301-461-4101<br /><u><a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net">tckenne@comcast.net</a></u>  </p>
  4794. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nominations-requested/">SOUSA Nominations Requested</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  4802. <item>
  4803. <title>You’re Invited to a Virtual Sock Burning!: March 22</title>
  4804. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22</link>
  4805. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22/#respond</comments>
  4807. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4808. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:43:50 +0000</pubDate>
  4809. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1330</guid>
  4810.  
  4811. <description><![CDATA[<p>Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus group gathering restrictions, Sea Scout Ship 125 has gone to &#8220;Plan B&#8221;&#8211;a VIRTUAL Sock Burning.  Prospective Sea Scouts, Maritime Explorers, and anyone else interested in learning more about this whimsical sailing tradition is invited to join us!   Feel free to contact me with questions.   YiS,   Paula Sind-Prunier [&#8230;]</p>
  4812. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22/">You’re Invited to a Virtual Sock Burning!: March 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4813. ]]></description>
  4814. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4815. <div>Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus group gathering restrictions, Sea Scout Ship 125 has gone to &#8220;Plan B&#8221;&#8211;a VIRTUAL Sock Burning.  Prospective Sea Scouts, Maritime Explorers, and anyone else interested in learning more about this whimsical sailing tradition is invited to join us!</div>
  4816. <div> </div>
  4817. <div>Feel free to contact me with questions.</div>
  4818. <div> </div>
  4819. <div>YiS,</div>
  4820. <div> </div>
  4821. <div>Paula Sind-Prunier</div>
  4822. <div>Skipper</div>
  4823. <div>Sea Scout Ship 125 &#8211; Man o&#8217; War</div>
  4824. <div>Germantown/Middle River, MD</div>
  4825. <div><a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a></div>
  4826. <div>C: (202) 577-7339</div>
  4827. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22/">You’re Invited to a Virtual Sock Burning!: March 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4828. ]]></content:encoded>
  4830. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youre-invited-to-a-virtual-sock-burning-march-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4831. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4834. </item>
  4835. <item>
  4836. <title>Scouts BSA April Roundtable: April 9 &#8211; Google Meeting</title>
  4837. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting</link>
  4838. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting/#respond</comments>
  4840. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4841. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:41:44 +0000</pubDate>
  4842. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1329</guid>
  4843.  
  4844. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouts BSA April Round Table on April 9th will be via a Google Meeting.  Phil Dennis will be hosting the meeting and will send out a link for those that wish to participate on line.  There will also be a phone number to dial in if you do not want to &#8220;SEE&#8221; the presentation.  More [&#8230;]</p>
  4845. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting/">Scouts BSA April Roundtable: April 9 &#8211; Google Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4846. ]]></description>
  4847. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4848. <p>Scouts BSA April Round Table on April 9th will be via a Google Meeting.  Phil Dennis will be hosting the meeting and will send out a link for those that wish to participate on line.  There will also be a phone number to dial in if you do not want to &#8220;SEE&#8221; the presentation.  More details to follow.</p>
  4849. <div>
  4850. <div>
  4851. <div dir="ltr">
  4852. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  4853. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  4854. </div>
  4855. </div>
  4856. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting/">Scouts BSA April Roundtable: April 9 &#8211; Google Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4857. ]]></content:encoded>
  4859. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-april-roundtable-april-9-google-meeting/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4860. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4863. </item>
  4864. <item>
  4865. <title>Canoeing Class: June 14-16</title>
  4866. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/canoeing-class-june-14-16/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=canoeing-class-june-14-16</link>
  4867. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/canoeing-class-june-14-16/#respond</comments>
  4869. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4870. <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2019 03:39:20 +0000</pubDate>
  4871. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1283</guid>
  4872.  
  4873. <description><![CDATA[<p>For Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, and Explorers: NCAC Canoeing Class at Camp SnyderIntroduction to CanoeingSuccessful completion earns the Canoeing merit badge June 14-16, 2019$35Info and online registration</p>
  4874. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/canoeing-class-june-14-16/">Canoeing Class: June 14-16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4875. ]]></description>
  4876. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4877. <p>For Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, and Explorers:<br></p>
  4878.  
  4879.  
  4880.  
  4881. <p>NCAC Canoeing Class at Camp Snyder<br>Introduction to Canoeing<br>Successful completion earns the Canoeing merit badge</p>
  4882.  
  4883.  
  4884.  
  4885. <p>June 14-16, 2019<br>$35<br><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-27548" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">Info and online registration</a></p>
  4886. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/canoeing-class-june-14-16/">Canoeing Class: June 14-16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4887. ]]></content:encoded>
  4889. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/canoeing-class-june-14-16/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4890. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4893. </item>
  4894. <item>
  4895. <title>Frederic Keys Scout Night: June 1, 2019</title>
  4896. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019</link>
  4897. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019/#respond</comments>
  4899. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4900. <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2019 01:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
  4901. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1280</guid>
  4902.  
  4903. <description><![CDATA[<p>Ticket order form Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, June 1, 2019 and get a great deal. Game, Fireworks and Optional Sleep on the Field! See flyer for details. (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.) Bring a friend. Earn the BSA Recruiting patch if [&#8230;]</p>
  4904. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019/">Frederic Keys Scout Night: June 1, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4905. ]]></description>
  4906. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4907. <p><a href="http://www.milb.com/documents/3/2/4/306476324/2019_Scout_Night.pdf">Ticket order form</a></p>
  4908.  
  4909.  
  4910.  
  4911. <p>Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, June 1, 2019 and get a great deal.  Game, Fireworks and Optional Sleep on the Field!  See <a href="http://www.milb.com/documents/3/2/4/306476324/2019_Scout_Night.pdf">flyer</a> for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.)</p>
  4912.  
  4913.  
  4914.  
  4915. <ul><li>Bring a friend. Earn the BSA Recruiting patch if they become a Scout.</li><li>Family Scouting (Cub Scout Program only). Packs are encouraged to also invite girls that may be interested in joining. Be sure your unit is versed in Family Scouting requirements.</li><li>This is an excellent opportunity to introduce families and cub scouts to camping in a very low key environment.</li><li>Tickets are 30% below box office prices.</li><li>Show your pack pride: Class B or A uniform event.</li><li>Frederick Keys contact is Meghan Walling at <a href="mailto:mwalling@frederickkeys.com">mwalling@frederickkeys.com</a> (301) 662-0018</li><li>District contacts are <a href="mailto:George_goldsmith@freddiemac.com">George Goldsmith</a> or <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">Howard Lichtman</a> for more information. </li></ul>
  4916. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019/">Frederic Keys Scout Night: June 1, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4917. ]]></content:encoded>
  4919. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-june-1-2019/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4920. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4923. </item>
  4924. <item>
  4925. <title>Good Citizen Recognition: June 4</title>
  4926. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/good-citizen-recognition-june-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=good-citizen-recognition-june-4</link>
  4927. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/good-citizen-recognition-june-4/#respond</comments>
  4929. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4930. <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2019 01:02:06 +0000</pubDate>
  4931. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1279</guid>
  4932.  
  4933. <description><![CDATA[<p>On Tuesday, June 4th, the Montgomery County Area will recognize Thomas Manger, the retiring Chief of the Montgomery County Police Department, for his leadership and contributions to our county and to Scouting. Other honorees will include Maggie Smith, Theresa Garcia-Park, and Will Stone. The event will take place at the Black Rock Center for the [&#8230;]</p>
  4934. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/good-citizen-recognition-june-4/">Good Citizen Recognition: June 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4935. ]]></description>
  4936. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4937. <p>On Tuesday, June 4th, the Montgomery County Area will recognize Thomas Manger, the retiring Chief of the Montgomery County Police Department, for his leadership and contributions to our county and to Scouting. </p>
  4938.  
  4939.  
  4940.  
  4941. <p>Other honorees will include Maggie Smith, Theresa Garcia-Park, and Will Stone.  The event will take place at the Black Rock Center for the Arts in Germantown and will begin with a light reception at 6pm with the formal program set to begin at 7pm.     </p>
  4942.  
  4943.  
  4944.  
  4945. <p>A link to this event on the district calendar is:  <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/2019MontgomeryCitizen">www.ncacbsa.org/2019MontgomeryCitizen</a>. </p>
  4946.  
  4947.  
  4948.  
  4949. <p>Updated 5/14/2019</p>
  4950. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/good-citizen-recognition-june-4/">Good Citizen Recognition: June 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4951. ]]></content:encoded>
  4953. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/good-citizen-recognition-june-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4954. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4957. </item>
  4958. <item>
  4959. <title>STEM University: June 15</title>
  4960. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-university-june-15</link>
  4961. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-15/#respond</comments>
  4963. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4964. <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2019 03:30:28 +0000</pubDate>
  4965. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1278</guid>
  4966.  
  4967. <description><![CDATA[<p>All youth and adults are invited to the 4th annual STEM University! Scouts are invited to display their Supernova projects at our Einstein’s Science Fair or participate in hands-on activities. Adults may select from classes including Nova Counselor &#38; Supernova Mentor Training, BSA&#8217;s STEM Roadmap to Success, Cub Scout Science, and Organizing STEM Events. Register [&#8230;]</p>
  4968. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-15/">STEM University: June 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4969. ]]></description>
  4970. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4971. <p>All youth and adults are invited to the 4th annual STEM University! Scouts are invited to display their Supernova projects at our Einstein’s Science Fair or participate in hands-on activities. Adults may select from classes including Nova Counselor &amp; Supernova Mentor Training, BSA&#8217;s STEM Roadmap to Success, Cub Scout Science, and Organizing STEM Events. </p>
  4972.  
  4973.  
  4974.  
  4975. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=243367&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-STEMU">Register here</a></p>
  4976. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-15/">STEM University: June 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4977. ]]></content:encoded>
  4979. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-15/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  4980. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  4983. </item>
  4984. <item>
  4985. <title>Early Bird Extended for Day Camp 2019!</title>
  4986. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019</link>
  4987. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019/#respond</comments>
  4989. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  4990. <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2019 03:26:55 +0000</pubDate>
  4991. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1277</guid>
  4992.  
  4993. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scout Day Camp is one of the most exciting parts of a Scout&#8217;s summer. With shooting sports, nature craft, games, and new friends, your Cubs will make memories they&#8217;ll be talking about for the rest of the year. So if you still haven&#8217;t registered your pack for day camp you&#8217;re in luck! To make [&#8230;]</p>
  4994. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019/">Early Bird Extended for Day Camp 2019!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  4995. ]]></description>
  4996. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4997. <p>Cub Scout Day Camp is one of the most exciting parts of a Scout&#8217;s summer.  With shooting sports, nature craft, games, and new friends, your Cubs will make memories they&#8217;ll be talking about for the rest of the year. So if you still haven&#8217;t registered your pack for day camp you&#8217;re in luck! To make sure every Cub Scout has the chance to go to day camp this summer the early bird registration deadline has been extended through Sunday, May 19 at 11:59pm. After that, prices go up by an additional $40. With 20 locations and dates to choose from there&#8217;s a day camp to fit every family&#8217;s schedules, so don&#8217;t miss out on the adventure! Book your week today before our most popular camps fill up!</p>
  4998.  
  4999.  
  5000.  
  5001. <p>For more information &#8211; visit <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/program/cub-scouts/day-camp/">here</a>.</p>
  5002. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019/">Early Bird Extended for Day Camp 2019!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5003. ]]></content:encoded>
  5005. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/early-bird-extended-for-day-camp-2019/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5006. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5009. </item>
  5010. <item>
  5011. <title>Youth Protection Training Is Now Available in Spanish</title>
  5012. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish</link>
  5013. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/#respond</comments>
  5015. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5016. <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 05:08:23 +0000</pubDate>
  5017. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1241</guid>
  5018.  
  5019. <description><![CDATA[<p>El programa requerido de Capacitación de Protección Juvenil de BSA ahora está disponible en español. More details here</p>
  5020. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/">Youth Protection Training Is Now Available in Spanish</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5021. ]]></description>
  5022. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5023. <p>El programa requerido de Capacitación de Protección Juvenil de BSA ahora está disponible en español.</p>
  5024.  
  5025.  
  5026.  
  5027. <p>More details <a href="https://scoutingwire.org/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/">here</a></p>
  5028. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/">Youth Protection Training Is Now Available in Spanish</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5029. ]]></content:encoded>
  5031. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-is-now-available-in-spanish/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5032. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5035. </item>
  5036. <item>
  5037. <title>May Scouts Roundtable</title>
  5038. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-scouts-roundtable/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=may-scouts-roundtable</link>
  5039. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-scouts-roundtable/#respond</comments>
  5041. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5042. <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 05:04:47 +0000</pubDate>
  5043. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1240</guid>
  5044.  
  5045. <description><![CDATA[<p>Reminder &#8211; The Scouts Roundtable has been cancelled in favor of the May 8 Program Launch.</p>
  5046. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-scouts-roundtable/">May Scouts Roundtable</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5047. ]]></description>
  5048. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5049. <p>Reminder &#8211; The Scouts Roundtable has been cancelled in favor of the May 8 Program Launch.</p>
  5050. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-scouts-roundtable/">May Scouts Roundtable</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5051. ]]></content:encoded>
  5053. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-scouts-roundtable/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5054. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5057. </item>
  5058. <item>
  5059. <title>May Cub Scout Roundtable</title>
  5060. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-cub-scout-roundtable/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=may-cub-scout-roundtable</link>
  5061. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-cub-scout-roundtable/#respond</comments>
  5063. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5064. <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 05:03:35 +0000</pubDate>
  5065. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1239</guid>
  5066.  
  5067. <description><![CDATA[<p>Reminder &#8211; The Cub Scout Roundtable has been cancelled in favor of the May 8 Program Launch.</p>
  5068. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-cub-scout-roundtable/">May Cub Scout Roundtable</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5069. ]]></description>
  5070. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5071. <p>Reminder &#8211; The Cub Scout Roundtable has been cancelled in favor of the May 8 Program Launch.</p>
  5072. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-cub-scout-roundtable/">May Cub Scout Roundtable</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5073. ]]></content:encoded>
  5075. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/may-cub-scout-roundtable/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5076. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5079. </item>
  5080. <item>
  5081. <title>Got Day Camp Paperwork?</title>
  5082. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/got-day-camp-paperwork/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=got-day-camp-paperwork</link>
  5083. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/got-day-camp-paperwork/#respond</comments>
  5085. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5086. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 03:20:29 +0000</pubDate>
  5087. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1237</guid>
  5088.  
  5089. <description><![CDATA[<p>I will be at the Kingsview LDS church in Germantown in the parking lot from 6-7pm Wednesday evening. Stop by and drop off your day camp information before the early bird deadline passes. Ethan Schepp40-818-6429</p>
  5090. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/got-day-camp-paperwork/">Got Day Camp Paperwork?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5091. ]]></description>
  5092. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5093. <p>I will be at the Kingsview LDS church in Germantown in the parking lot from 6-7pm Wednesday evening.</p>
  5094.  
  5095.  
  5096.  
  5097. <p>Stop by and drop off your day camp information before the early bird deadline passes.</p>
  5098.  
  5099.  
  5100.  
  5101. <p>Ethan Schepp<br>40-818-6429</p>
  5102.  
  5103.  
  5104.  
  5105. <p></p>
  5106. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/got-day-camp-paperwork/">Got Day Camp Paperwork?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5107. ]]></content:encoded>
  5109. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/got-day-camp-paperwork/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5110. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  5114. <item>
  5115. <title>Camp Snyder Woodshop Activities</title>
  5116. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-snyder-woodshop-activities/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camp-snyder-woodshop-activities</link>
  5117. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-snyder-woodshop-activities/#respond</comments>
  5119. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5120. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 02:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
  5121. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1236</guid>
  5122.  
  5123. <description><![CDATA[<p>Michael’s Woodshop is pleased to offer a wide range of activities for Scouts of all ages. We are offering project nights focused around Baloo the Builder and Webelos Build-It activities, Woodwork Merit Badge sessions, and a Woodworking 101 series of classes. We are planning to hold several “Troop Trailer Days” for Troops that would like [&#8230;]</p>
  5124. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-snyder-woodshop-activities/">Camp Snyder Woodshop Activities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5125. ]]></description>
  5126. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5127. <p>Michael’s Woodshop is pleased to offer a wide range of activities for Scouts of all ages. We are offering project nights focused around Baloo the Builder and Webelos Build-It activities, Woodwork Merit Badge sessions, and a Woodworking 101 series of classes.</p>
  5128.  
  5129.  
  5130.  
  5131. <p>We are planning to hold several “Troop Trailer Days” for Troops that would like to build out or reconfigure their trailers. We be setting aside certain evenings for Unit reservations. You may pick a project from a project list or work with us to develop a project of your choice. Interested in something else? Just contact us and we will be happy to help you design your own event. Check back soon for more information about these events.</p>
  5132.  
  5133.  
  5134.  
  5135. <p><a href="https://www.gotosnyder.org/year-round-events/woodshop-activities/">Registration and Event Details</a></p>
  5136. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-snyder-woodshop-activities/">Camp Snyder Woodshop Activities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5137. ]]></content:encoded>
  5139. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-snyder-woodshop-activities/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5140. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5143. </item>
  5144. <item>
  5145. <title>2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</title>
  5146. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28-2</link>
  5147. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28-2/#respond</comments>
  5149. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5150. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 02:27:01 +0000</pubDate>
  5151. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1235</guid>
  5152.  
  5153. <description><![CDATA[<p>This Geology STEM event is sponsored by Dr. Julia Nord and&#160;The GMU Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences.&#160;&#160;&#160; This event is a great springboard into BSA Geology and STEM awards. Event Description:&#160;The&#160;STEM Program consists of 3 hour sessions, and welcomes all girl and boy youth from 4th to 12th grade. The programs are structured [&#8230;]</p>
  5154. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28-2/">2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5155. ]]></description>
  5156. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5157. <p>This Geology STEM event is sponsored by Dr. Julia Nord and&nbsp;The GMU Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  5158.  
  5159.  
  5160.  
  5161. <p>This event is a great springboard into BSA Geology and STEM awards.</p>
  5162.  
  5163.  
  5164.  
  5165. <p>Event Description:&nbsp;<br>The&nbsp;STEM Program consists of 3 hour sessions, and welcomes all girl and boy youth from 4th to 12th grade. The programs are structured around the Scout Awards delineated below, however same-age siblings are most welcome to attend, so feel free to register! Each session&nbsp;includes a guided tour of&nbsp;the GMU Physical Geology and Paleontology labs</p>
  5166.  
  5167.  
  5168.  
  5169. <p>There is a $11 fee per youth attendee. Please see below to register for the appropriate class. Pre-registration is required for all online (see to the right to select your session and register).&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Saturday April 27:&nbsp;</strong>Sessions are for Cubs Webelos&nbsp;to work on their STEM Nova&nbsp;<em>Down and Dirty</em>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<em>Earth Rocks Adventure.&nbsp;</em></p>
  5170.  
  5171.  
  5172.  
  5173. <p><strong>Sunday April 28: </strong>Sessions are for Scouts BSA to work on their Geology Merit Badge. </p>
  5174.  
  5175.  
  5176.  
  5177. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-geology">Event Details:</a></p>
  5178. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28-2/">2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5179. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5182. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5185. </item>
  5186. <item>
  5187. <title>World Scout Jamboree Registration Is Still Open!</title>
  5188. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-scout-jamboree-registration-is-still-open%ef%bb%bf/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=world-scout-jamboree-registration-is-still-open%25ef%25bb%25bf</link>
  5189. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-scout-jamboree-registration-is-still-open%ef%bb%bf/#respond</comments>
  5191. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5192. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 02:21:44 +0000</pubDate>
  5193. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1234</guid>
  5194.  
  5195. <description><![CDATA[<p>The 24th World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia, July 21 &#8211; August 2, 2019. Some 50,000 Scouts from 170 countries will take part in this once in a lifetime experience. Troops and Crews are doing unit shakedowns in April-May; many Scouts BSA Troops for girls will [&#8230;]</p>
  5196. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-scout-jamboree-registration-is-still-open%ef%bb%bf/">World Scout Jamboree Registration Is Still Open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5197. ]]></description>
  5198. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5199. <p>The 24th World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia, July 21 &#8211; August 2, 2019. Some 50,000 Scouts from 170 countries will take part in this once in a lifetime experience. Troops and Crews are doing unit shakedowns in April-May; many Scouts BSA Troops for girls will gather in Charlotte, NC a couple days before the start of the WSJ to conduct the shakedown with other members from across the country, before traveling to the WSJ as a group. Scouts must be between 14 and 17 years of age at the start of WSJ. To encourage participation by new Scouts BSA troops for girls, the 1st Class requirement has been waved for these units. For more information, contact Jay Eidson, NCAC International Representative and BSA North East Region Commissioner.</p>
  5200.  
  5201.  
  5202.  
  5203. <p><a href="https://wsj2019.us/apply/">Apply</a></p>
  5204. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-scout-jamboree-registration-is-still-open%ef%bb%bf/">World Scout Jamboree Registration Is Still Open!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5205. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5208. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5211. </item>
  5212. <item>
  5213. <title>Please Update Contact Information for Pack Membership Chairs</title>
  5214. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs</link>
  5215. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs/#respond</comments>
  5217. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5218. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 02:12:38 +0000</pubDate>
  5219. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1233</guid>
  5220.  
  5221. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Seneca Membership Committee will be providing new print-and-use tools, resources, and information that we hope will make the role of membership easier and more efficient for volunteers during the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. Please update the contact information for your Pack’s Membership Chair or other POC as well as recruiting expectations with area schools. [&#8230;]</p>
  5222. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs/">Please Update Contact Information for Pack Membership Chairs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5223. ]]></description>
  5224. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5225. <p>The Seneca Membership Committee will be providing new print-and-use tools, resources, and information that we hope will make the role of membership easier and more efficient for volunteers during the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. Please update the contact information for your Pack’s Membership Chair or other POC as well as recruiting expectations with area schools.</p>
  5226.  
  5227.  
  5228.  
  5229. <p>LINK: <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ITimT_AAEZaVxu5LjZdK297vVSoAwJpPQkaYioVQcQc/edit?usp=sharing">SENECA DISTRICT MEMBERSHIP LIST</a></p>
  5230.  
  5231.  
  5232.  
  5233. <p><a href="mailto:DDeLacy_NCAC@outlook.com">Daniel Delacy</a></p>
  5234. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs/">Please Update Contact Information for Pack Membership Chairs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5235. ]]></content:encoded>
  5237. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/please-update-contact-information-for-pack-membership-chairs/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  5238. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  5242. <item>
  5243. <title>Powder Horn 2019</title>
  5244. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=powder-horn-2019</link>
  5245. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2019/#respond</comments>
  5247. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5248. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 02:08:55 +0000</pubDate>
  5249. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1232</guid>
  5250.  
  5251. <description><![CDATA[<p>The High Adventure Skills Resources Management Course August 24 – 26 (a three-day course) Camp St. Charles, Newberg, MDCourse Director: Shawn CarrollPresented by the National Capital Area Council, BSA What is Powder Horn? Powder Horn is a resource course designed to introduce Scouting’s adult leaders to exciting program possibilities using a variety of resources for [&#8230;]</p>
  5252. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2019/">Powder Horn 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5253. ]]></description>
  5254. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5255. <p style="text-align:center"><strong>The High Adventure Skills Resources Management Course</strong><br> August 24 – 26<br> (a three-day course)</p>
  5256.  
  5257.  
  5258.  
  5259. <p style="text-align:center">Camp St. Charles, Newberg, MD<br>Course Director: Shawn Carroll<br>Presented by the National Capital Area Council, BSA</p>
  5260.  
  5261.  
  5262.  
  5263. <p><strong>What is Powder Horn?</strong> Powder Horn is a resource course designed to introduce Scouting’s adult leaders to exciting program possibilities using a variety of resources for their unit. It helps leaders to provide a robust outdoor program that meets the health and safety requirements as well as the rules and regulations of the BSA as they apply to outdoor programs. The goal for participants is to leave the Powder Horn course with a list of ideas to help their program, along with contacts and resources needed to implement them. It is important to understand that Powder Horn is not a personal development course or a team building experience. It is not a certification course. Its purpose is to educate the youth and adult Scouting leaders about specific high-adventure skills, to connect them to resources to deliver those skills, and to get them excited about delivering those skills in an exciting, challenging way to youth.<br><br><strong>Who can attend Powder Horn?</strong><br>All registered adult leaders are welcome. All participants must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. Adults must have completed Leader Specific Training for their registered position. All youth applications will be placed on a wait list until all adult applications are processed. Youth participants (14 and up) will be admitted on an individual basis and requires the completion of the Powder Horn Youth Application Addendum  includes the nomination by the unit leader. Youth must have completed their unit’s version of leadership training (Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops or Crews, etc.). National Youth Leadership Training is recommended.<br></p>
  5264.  
  5265.  
  5266.  
  5267. <p><strong>What will we do?</strong> Powder Horn is organized around the BSA’s High Adventure elements. </p>
  5268.  
  5269.  
  5270.  
  5271. <p>Topics may include:<br> Archery&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Emergency Preparedness&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;Rifle<br> Astronomy&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..Fly Fishing&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Sailing<br> Canoe&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;GPS &#8211; Geocaching&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;Scuba<br> Caving&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;Hunting&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..Search and Rescue<br> Communications&#8230;&#8230;.Kayaking&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;STEM<br> Conservation&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Leadership Lessons on Film&#8230;&#8230;..Wilderness Survival<br> COPE Challenge Course&#8230;.Mountain Biking&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Winter Sports<br> Ecology&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..Pistol&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Youth Development<br><br><strong>What is the Course Size?</strong> The course is limited to 40 participants.<br>&#8211; Adult registrations will be accepted on a first come-first served basis to fill the 40 participant positions and, when those are filled, adult applicants will be placed on a waiting list in case of cancellation.<br>&#8211; We are not able to accept youth registration on a first come-first served basis. All youth will be placed on a wait-list and asked to complete the Powder Horn Youth Application Addendum via email. The addendum will be used to evaluate all youth registrations. Youth will be notified of the status of their application by June 7, 2019. Thank you for your consideration and understanding as we need to service all members of the Council.<br><br><strong>How Do I Register?</strong> Registration opens Friday, February 1, 2019 and closes on June 3, 2019. The fee is $300.00. Fees will only be refunded if you cancel before July 1, 2019 AND there is someone on the waiting list willing to take your place. Register at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/powder-horn">https://www.ncacbsa.org/powder-horn</a> or <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/powder-horn">https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/powder-horn</a> or go to the NCAC website, click on the training tab and then click on Powder Horn. You will need to register with your BSA Identification Number.<br><br>NCAC Powder Horn Coordinator: Dominick Caridi,<br><a href="mailto:DscScouting@aol.com">DscScouting@aol.com</a> // 703-625-4196</p>
  5272. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2019/">Powder Horn 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5273. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5280. <item>
  5281. <title>CPR and First Aid Training: June 8</title>
  5282. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-and-first-aid-training-june-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cpr-and-first-aid-training-june-8</link>
  5283. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-and-first-aid-training-june-8/#respond</comments>
  5285. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5286. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2019 17:51:31 +0000</pubDate>
  5287. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1231</guid>
  5288.  
  5289. <description><![CDATA[<p>When: Saturday 6/8/19 &#8211; CPR morning, First Aid afternoon Where: Frederick County Public Safety Training Facility5370 Public Safety PlaceFor GPS, enter: 8349 Reichs Ford Road Frederick, MD 21701( Here are written directions) Fee: $5 for Camp Airy staff$30 for non-staff(Fee is for any combination of the 4 classes listed below.) Registration: MUST PREREGISTER ONLINE!Online registration [&#8230;]</p>
  5290. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-and-first-aid-training-june-8/">CPR and First Aid Training: June 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5291. ]]></description>
  5292. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5293. <p><strong>When</strong>: Saturday 6/8/19 &#8211; CPR morning, First Aid afternoon</p>
  5294.  
  5295.  
  5296.  
  5297. <p><strong>Where</strong>: Frederick County Public Safety Training Facility<br>5370 Public Safety Place<br>For GPS, enter: 8349 Reichs Ford Road Frederick, MD 21701<br>( Here are <a href="https://frederickcountymd.gov/DocumentCenter/View/279111">written directions</a>)<br></p>
  5298.  
  5299.  
  5300.  
  5301. <p><strong>Fee</strong>: $5 for Camp Airy staff<br>$30 for non-staff<br>(Fee is for any combination of the 4 classes listed below.)<br></p>
  5302.  
  5303.  
  5304.  
  5305. <p><strong>Registration</strong>: MUST PREREGISTER ONLINE!<br><a href="https://www.osmanager4.com/advcustomerlandingv3.aspx?cid=167296&amp;co=1&amp;ct=of">Online registration link</a></p>
  5306.  
  5307.  
  5308.  
  5309. <p><strong>Choices</strong>:</p>
  5310.  
  5311.  
  5312.  
  5313. <p>CPR and First Aid (all day) &#8220;Basic First Aid/CPR and AED for Adult/Child/Infant&#8221;</p>
  5314.  
  5315.  
  5316.  
  5317. <p>CPR only (morning) &#8220;CPR and AED for Adult/Child/Infant&#8221;</p>
  5318.  
  5319.  
  5320.  
  5321. <p>First Aid only (afternoon) &#8220;Basic First Aid&#8221;</p>
  5322.  
  5323.  
  5324.  
  5325. <p>ASHI CPR PRO (Camp Airy health lodge and aquatics staff only) &#8220;ASHI CPR PRO&#8221;</p>
  5326.  
  5327.  
  5328.  
  5329. <p>Under each class choice is a &#8220;student signup&#8221; button. This will open the registration form for just that particular class. Please complete the information and &#8220;submit&#8221; the form. Note the class meeting times on the form. Checkin will open 15 minutes before class begins. Please be prompt. Certifications are for 2 years through American Safety &amp; Health Institute (ASHI).</p>
  5330.  
  5331.  
  5332.  
  5333. <p><strong>Instructor</strong>: Jeff Huggins</p>
  5334.  
  5335.  
  5336.  
  5337. <p><strong>Lunch</strong>:</p>
  5338.  
  5339.  
  5340.  
  5341. <p>There will be a short lunch break. Please bring your lunch or be prepared to quickly go get your own lunch locally.</p>
  5342. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-and-first-aid-training-june-8/">CPR and First Aid Training: June 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5350. <item>
  5351. <title>Den Chief Training: May 19</title>
  5352. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=den-chief-training-may-19-2</link>
  5353. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19-2/#respond</comments>
  5355. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5356. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2019 04:17:18 +0000</pubDate>
  5357. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1227</guid>
  5358.  
  5359. <description><![CDATA[<p>Why be a Trained Den Chief?Who is a Den Chief?&#160;The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout/Family Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Tiger, Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.Qualifications: Be an experienced Boy Scout, (at least one full year or more), and First Class rank [&#8230;]</p>
  5360. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19-2/">Den Chief Training: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5361. ]]></description>
  5362. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5363. <p><strong>Why be a Trained Den Chief?</strong>Who is a Den Chief?&nbsp;The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout/Family Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Tiger, Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.<br><strong>Qualifications:</strong> Be an experienced Boy Scout, (at least one full year or more), and First Class rank or above. A Venturing Scout (male or female) can also be a Den Chief. Complete the in person Den Chief training (this class).<br><strong>Who Else Should Come??</strong> Boy Scout, Crew and Cub Scout/Family Scouting Leader(s) who will be working with the Den Chief(s) are encouraged to attend this course at NO charge, but you MUST register.&nbsp;<br><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-26942" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Registration and information</a></p>
  5364. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19-2/">Den Chief Training: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5365. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5368. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5371. </item>
  5372. <item>
  5373. <title>Lifeguard Training</title>
  5374. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lifeguard-training/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=lifeguard-training</link>
  5375. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lifeguard-training/#respond</comments>
  5377. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5378. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:04:21 +0000</pubDate>
  5379. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1225</guid>
  5380.  
  5381. <description><![CDATA[<p>Would you like a job as a lifeguard this summer? Then you will need to complete a lifeguard certification course. NCAC is offering a combined BSA and American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding class starting this month. The pre-test session is on April 28 in Chantilly VA. The course dates are May 18, 19 and 25 [&#8230;]</p>
  5382. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lifeguard-training/">Lifeguard Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5383. ]]></description>
  5384. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5385. <p>Would you like a job as a lifeguard this summer? Then you will need to complete a lifeguard certification course. NCAC is offering a combined BSA and American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding class starting this month. The pre-test session is on April 28 in Chantilly VA. The course dates are May 18, 19 and 25 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket VA. Registration deadline is April 28. The cost is $150. Minimum age is 15. Register or find more information&nbsp;<a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=241398&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Foutdoors%2Faquatics-committee%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DCapCom%2BApr%2B2019" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p>
  5386. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lifeguard-training/">Lifeguard Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5387. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5393. </item>
  5394. <item>
  5395. <title>2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</title>
  5396. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28</link>
  5397. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28/#respond</comments>
  5399. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5400. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
  5401. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1224</guid>
  5402.  
  5403. <description><![CDATA[<p>This Geology STEM event, sponsored by Dr. Julia Nord and The GMU Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences, is a great springboard into BSA Geology and STEM awards. The program welcomes all youth from 4th to 12th grade and is structured around several Scout Awards. However same-age siblings are also welcome to attend! Each session [&#8230;]</p>
  5404. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28/">2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5405. ]]></description>
  5406. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5407. <table class="wp-block-table"><tbody><tr><td>This <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=241398&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-geology" target="_blank">Geology STEM event</a>, sponsored by Dr. Julia Nord and The GMU Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences, is a great springboard into BSA Geology and STEM awards. The program welcomes all youth from 4th to 12th grade and is structured around several Scout Awards. However same-age siblings are also welcome to attend! Each session includes a guided tour of the GMU Physical Geology and Paleontology labs. Cost is $11 per youth attendee. <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=241398&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-geology" target="_blank">Registration</a> is required. Space is limited. <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=241398&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-geology" target="_blank">Register today</a>.</td></tr></tbody></table>
  5408. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-geology-workshops-at-george-mason-university-april-27-28/">2019 Geology Workshops at George Mason University: April 27-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5409. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5412. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5415. </item>
  5416. <item>
  5417. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: April 11</title>
  5418. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-april-11</link>
  5419. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-11/#respond</comments>
  5421. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5422. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 03:50:15 +0000</pubDate>
  5423. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1222</guid>
  5424.  
  5425. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Cub Scout Roundtable is here to help you. We welcome new leaders and parents with questions and seasoned leaders with experience. Facilitated by the Roundtable staff, we all work together to put on the best program we can for our Scouts. For the April Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Helpful” [&#8230;]</p>
  5426. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-11/">Cub Scout Roundtable: April 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5427. ]]></description>
  5428. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5429. <p>The Cub Scout Roundtable is here to help you. We welcome new leaders and parents with questions and seasoned leaders with experience. Facilitated by the Roundtable staff, we all work together to put on the best program we can for our Scouts.</p>
  5430.  
  5431.  
  5432.  
  5433. <p>For the April Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Helpful” and the theme of “Jobs, Jobs, Jobs”. Our interest topic will be “Leader Recruiting and Succession Planning”.&nbsp; Please come join us. Please invite the new (and returning) leaders of your pack to join us. Light refreshments are served.&nbsp; Let us help you plan for the future of your pack so that the Scouting opportunity remains for those in future years.<br></p>
  5434.  
  5435.  
  5436.  
  5437. <p>7:30pm-8:30pm, Thursday April 11, Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</p>
  5438.  
  5439.  
  5440.  
  5441. <p>Also please note that we will not be having a Seneca District Roundtable on May 9th, as we would like to encourage our Leaders to attend the Program Launch on May 8th.</p>
  5442.  
  5443.  
  5444.  
  5445. <p>Alex<br>Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner</p>
  5446. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-11/">Cub Scout Roundtable: April 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5447. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5454. <item>
  5455. <title>Opportunity for Wilderness Survival Merit Badge close to home: May 3-5</title>
  5456. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/opportunity-for-wilderness-survival-merit-badge-close-to-home/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=opportunity-for-wilderness-survival-merit-badge-close-to-home</link>
  5457. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/opportunity-for-wilderness-survival-merit-badge-close-to-home/#respond</comments>
  5459. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5460. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2019 03:31:24 +0000</pubDate>
  5461. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1218</guid>
  5462.  
  5463. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention Scouts &#38; Scouters! Opportunity for Wilderness Survival Merit Badge close to home. We (Troop 433) will be doing a session on wilderness survival merit badge, with focus on Requirement #8, “build a natural shelter and spend a night in it”. The time will be first weekend in May 2019 (Friday night 03 May 2019 [&#8230;]</p>
  5464. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/opportunity-for-wilderness-survival-merit-badge-close-to-home/">Opportunity for Wilderness Survival Merit Badge close to home: May 3-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5465. ]]></description>
  5466. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Attention Scouts &amp; Scouters!</p>
  5467. <p>Opportunity for Wilderness Survival Merit Badge close to home.</p>
  5468. <p>We (Troop 433) will be doing a session on wilderness survival merit badge, with focus on Requirement #8, “build a natural shelter and spend a night in it”. The time will be first weekend in May 2019 (Friday night 03 May 2019 to Sunday morning 05 May 2019). The location will be the Walkersville Watershed in Frederick County, between Walkersville MD and Libertytown MD.</p>
  5469. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/francis-scott-key/fsk-watershed/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/francis-scott-key/fsk-watershed/</a></p>
  5470. <p>Most critical is the need for youth from other troops (non-T433) to be accompanied by adults, who have health forms, and can act as health advocate in case of emergency.</p>
  5471. <p>Contact for more information &amp; reservations.<br />
  5472. <a href="mailto:rlmanteuffel@gmail.com">Dr. Rick Manteuffel, PhD</a><br />
  5473. Assistant Council Commissioner: (Administration):<br />
  5474. Wood Badge patrol: Antelopes: NE-VI-77<br />
  5475. National Capital Area Council, BSA</p>
  5476. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/opportunity-for-wilderness-survival-merit-badge-close-to-home/">Opportunity for Wilderness Survival Merit Badge close to home: May 3-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5477. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5484. <item>
  5485. <title>Ensure Your Wilderness First Aid Course Meets BSA High-Adventure Standards</title>
  5486. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ensure-your-wilderness-first-aid-course-meets-bsa-high-adventure-standards/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ensure-your-wilderness-first-aid-course-meets-bsa-high-adventure-standards</link>
  5487. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ensure-your-wilderness-first-aid-course-meets-bsa-high-adventure-standards/#respond</comments>
  5489. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5490. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2019 03:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
  5491. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1217</guid>
  5492.  
  5493. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Scouters; All four of the BSA High-Adventure bases (HAB) require at least one person per trek (two per trek at Philmont Scout Ranch) to be current in Wilderness First Aid (WFA) through an approved provider. We want your trip to be safe and successful, and making certain that you have proper training certifications prior [&#8230;]</p>
  5494. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ensure-your-wilderness-first-aid-course-meets-bsa-high-adventure-standards/">Ensure Your Wilderness First Aid Course Meets BSA High-Adventure Standards</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5495. ]]></description>
  5496. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dear Scouters;</p>
  5497. <p>All four of the BSA High-Adventure bases (HAB) require at least one person per trek (two per trek at Philmont Scout Ranch) to be current in Wilderness First Aid (WFA) through an approved provider. We want your trip to be safe and successful, and making certain that you have proper training certifications prior to launch is a big step towards that. Read on for tips on how to ensure that you&#8217;re prepared for that next high adventure trip, and how to verify that your current certifications meet BSA requirements.</p>
  5498. <p>Last fall we informed NCAC leaders about a third-party vendor providing WFA training without proper certifications. We continue to receive reports from Scouters that certifications for WFA that they received from a third-party vendor do not satisfy the requirements for High-Adventure as defined by BSA.</p>
  5499. <p>Your safety is of paramount importance to us, which is why we recently introduced our own WFA course to provide certifications suitable for both our High-Adventure Camp at Lenhok&#8217;sin and BSA&#8217;s 4 High-Adventure Bases. Information on NCAC WFA courses can be found at: <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=240693&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fblog%2F2019%2F01%2F11%2Foutdoor-preparedness-initiative%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.ncacbsa.org/opi-wfa</a>.</p>
  5500. <p class="paragraph-spacing-none">If you&#8217;ve already received a certification via a third-party vendor, please take the time to make certain it is current and valid. You can verify an ARC WFA certification by visiting <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=240693&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redcross.org%2Ftake-a-class%2Fdigital-certificate" target="_blank" rel="noopener">redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate</a>. Simply search by your Email Address; by First Name, Last Name, Year and Month (when class was held); or by Certificate ID. If you also received a CPR certification with your WFA course, you can check it there too.</p>
  5501. <p>If you find that the ARC WFA certification you hold is NOT showing as valid within the ARC database but should be, we ask that you contact us directly. Please <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=240693&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fabout-ncac%2Fcontact%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener">complete this form</a> to report the situation and select “Certification Issue” for the topic.</p>
  5502. <p>If you do decide to use a third-party provider, we encourage you to verify their credentials via The American Red Cross or other governing agency prior to beginning any course. Directions for checking an instructor’s credentials prior to taking a class, <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=240693&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F09%2FDirections-to-Access-Your-American-Red-Cross-Digital-Certificate.pdf%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener">can be found here</a>. Be wary of providers who claim to &#8220;know&#8221; or &#8220;keep lists&#8221; of BSA requirements, but who are unable to provide BSA approved certifications for WFA per BSA WFA and High-Adventure requirements.To learn more about BSA approved providers and requirements, please visit BSA&#8217;s page on WFA and High-Adventure requirements at: <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=240693&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scouting.org%2Fhealth-and-safety%2Ftraining%2Fwilderness-fa%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/training/wilderness-fa/</a></p>
  5503. <p>As always, if you have questions or concerns about a provider, please contact a Council professional for assistance. Your safety is our priority. Help keep Scouting safe for all. Get trained by a certified professional and make sure your certifications are up to date and valid.</p>
  5504. <p>Thank you for all that you do for Scouting,<br />
  5505. The NCAC Team</p>
  5506. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ensure-your-wilderness-first-aid-course-meets-bsa-high-adventure-standards/">Ensure Your Wilderness First Aid Course Meets BSA High-Adventure Standards</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5514. <item>
  5515. <title>How to Download your Unit Charter</title>
  5516. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-download-your-unit-charter/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=how-to-download-your-unit-charter</link>
  5517. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-download-your-unit-charter/#respond</comments>
  5519. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5520. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2019 03:13:39 +0000</pubDate>
  5521. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1216</guid>
  5522.  
  5523. <description><![CDATA[<p>BSA isn&#8217;t mailing Units their paper charters this year. Instead Unit Key 3 (Chartered Org. Rep., Committee Chair, or Cub/Scoutmaster/Advisor) may download &#38; print it. instructions here</p>
  5524. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-download-your-unit-charter/">How to Download your Unit Charter</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5525. ]]></description>
  5526. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>BSA isn&#8217;t mailing Units their paper charters this year.</div>
  5527. <div>Instead Unit Key 3 (Chartered Org. Rep., Committee Chair, or Cub/Scoutmaster/Advisor) may download &amp; print it.</div>
  5528. <div><a href="https://files.constantcontact.com/0778a6dc201/ee304af2-9c84-4143-a42d-c1798715ca01.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">instructions here</a></div>
  5529. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-download-your-unit-charter/">How to Download your Unit Charter</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5538. <title>Outdoor Sale: March 30-31</title>
  5539. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-sale-march-30-31/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=outdoor-sale-march-30-31</link>
  5540. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-sale-march-30-31/#respond</comments>
  5542. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5543. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:57:43 +0000</pubDate>
  5544. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1211</guid>
  5545.  
  5546. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s an Outdoor Sale! Featuring used tents, camp stoves, cooking gear, coolers, lifejackets, tarps, Dutch ovens, storage totes, sleeping bags and mats, and other camping necessities and outdoor gear &#8211; at great deals! When: Saturday &#38; Sunday, March 30 &#38; 31 Time: 10am-3pm Where: Greenfield Lighthouse, Germantown MD Donations welcome. All proceeds will support the [&#8230;]</p>
  5547. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-sale-march-30-31/">Outdoor Sale: March 30-31</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5548. ]]></description>
  5549. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s an Outdoor Sale!</p>
  5550. <p>Featuring used tents, camp stoves, cooking gear, coolers, lifejackets, tarps, Dutch ovens, storage totes, sleeping bags and mats, and other camping necessities and outdoor gear &#8211; at great deals!</p>
  5551. <p><strong>When</strong>: Saturday &amp; Sunday, March 30 &amp; 31<br />
  5552. <strong>Time</strong>: 10am-3pm<br />
  5553. <strong>Where</strong>: Greenfield Lighthouse, Germantown MD</p>
  5554. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
  5555. <div class="layoutArea">
  5556. <div class="column">
  5557. <p>Donations welcome. All proceeds will support the maintenance, repair &amp; operation of Sea Scout Ship 125’s fleet, and opportunities for ALL Scouts to get out on the water with Ship 125.</p>
  5558. </div>
  5559. </div>
  5560. </div>
  5561. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
  5562. <div class="layoutArea">
  5563. <div class="column">
  5564. <p><strong>Come Saturday for the best selection—but NO EARLYBIRDS, PLEASE!</strong></p>
  5565. <p><strong>Directions</strong>: From Rt. 118, turn west on Observation Drive, then left on Boland Farm Rd., right on Sunnyview Dr., then right on Greenfield Rd., and finally left on Major Dr. The Greenfield Lighthouse is on the left.</p>
  5566. <p>Watch for the signs. Please do not park on the grass</p>
  5567. </div>
  5568. </div>
  5569. </div>
  5570. <div class="page" title="Page 1">
  5571. <div class="layoutArea">
  5572. <div class="column">
  5573. <p><strong>Questions about the sale</strong>? Call (855) 334-7556. For information about Sea Scouting (ages 14-21) or Maritime Explorers (6th, 7th &amp; 8th grades), come— or visit <a href="http://www.beascout.org">www.beascout.org</a> to contact Ship 125 in Germantown.</p>
  5574. </div>
  5575. </div>
  5576. </div>
  5577. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/03/Publication3.pdf">Flyer (including directions)</a></p>
  5578. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-sale-march-30-31/">Outdoor Sale: March 30-31</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5579. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5586. <item>
  5587. <title>Rockville Science Day: April 28</title>
  5588. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=rockville-science-day-april-28</link>
  5589. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-28/#respond</comments>
  5591. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5592. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:49:18 +0000</pubDate>
  5593. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1209</guid>
  5594.  
  5595. <description><![CDATA[<p>This will be the 30th Rockville Science Day. The event is at Montgomery College’s Rockville Campus, on April 28, Noon to 5PM. Information for the event is in the flier. If you need additional information or help registering, please contact Howard Lichtman at hjlichtman@lichtman.ws or call Howard at 301.580.7190. More information about the event is [&#8230;]</p>
  5596. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-28/">Rockville Science Day: April 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5597. ]]></description>
  5598. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This will be the 30<sup>th</sup> Rockville Science Day. The event is at Montgomery College’s Rockville Campus, on April 28, Noon to 5PM.</p>
  5599. <p>Information for the event is in the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/03/Rockville-Science-Center-30-full-page.pdf">flier</a>.</p>
  5600. <p>If you need additional information or help registering, please contact Howard Lichtman at <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a> or call Howard at 301.580.7190.</p>
  5601. <p style="text-align: left">More information about the event is listed below …</p>
  5602. <p style="text-align: center"><b>Rockville Science Day 2019<br />
  5603. </b><b>30th ROCKVILLE SCIENCE DAY 2019<br />
  5604. </b><b>Sunday, April 28, 2019, Noon to 5:00 p.m.<br />
  5605. </b><b>Montgomery College, Rockville Campus</b></p>
  5606. <p><b>Rockville Science Day is an afternoon of family fun, with hands-on exhibits, demonstrations and performances in all fields of science, including Environment &amp; Nature, Space &amp; Astronomy, Reptiles &amp; Birds, Chemistry &amp; Biology, and Robotics &amp; Rockets.</b></p>
  5607. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-28/">Rockville Science Day: April 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5608. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5611. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5614. </item>
  5615. <item>
  5616. <title>Rockville Science Day-Volunteer &#038; SSL Opportunities: April 28</title>
  5617. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-volunteer-ssl-opportunities-april-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=rockville-science-day-volunteer-ssl-opportunities-april-28</link>
  5618. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-volunteer-ssl-opportunities-april-28/#respond</comments>
  5620. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5621. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:43:15 +0000</pubDate>
  5622. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1208</guid>
  5623.  
  5624. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Rockville Science Center is a community based non-profit that encourages youth, adults, and families to be involved with science and the STEM.  Every year we host a large event at Montgomery College’s Rockville campus called Rockville Science Day.  This is a festival where exhibitors show off programs, provide interactive activities, and encourage participation.  There [&#8230;]</p>
  5625. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-volunteer-ssl-opportunities-april-28/">Rockville Science Day-Volunteer &amp; SSL Opportunities: April 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5626. ]]></description>
  5627. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Rockville Science Center is a community based non-profit that encourages youth, adults, and families to be involved with science and the STEM.  Every year we host a large event at Montgomery College’s Rockville campus called Rockville Science Day.  This is a festival where exhibitors show off programs, provide interactive activities, and encourage participation.  There will be volunteer and SSL opportunities for the scouts.  We are looking for both youth and leaders, to help with setting up, taking the event down, assisting exhibitors, and other responsibilities as well.</p>
  5628. <p>This will be the 30<sup>th</sup> Rockville Science Day. The event is at Montgomery College’s Rockville Campus, on April 28, Noon to 5PM. There is no cost to exhibit.</p>
  5629. <p><a href="mailto:lichtman.oran@gmail.com">Oran Lichtman</a></p>
  5630. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-volunteer-ssl-opportunities-april-28/">Rockville Science Day-Volunteer &amp; SSL Opportunities: April 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5631. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5637. </item>
  5638. <item>
  5639. <title>National Youth Leadership Training: Multiple Dates</title>
  5640. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-multiple-dates/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-youth-leadership-training-multiple-dates</link>
  5641. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-multiple-dates/#respond</comments>
  5643. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5644. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:13:49 +0000</pubDate>
  5645. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1207</guid>
  5646.  
  5647. <description><![CDATA[<p>NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed for youth to learn and practice the leadership skills that will help them succeed in Scouting and in life! Details!</p>
  5648. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-multiple-dates/">National Youth Leadership Training: Multiple Dates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5649. ]]></description>
  5650. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed for youth to learn and practice the leadership skills that will help them succeed in Scouting and in life!</p>
  5651. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/">Details</a>!</p>
  5652. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-multiple-dates/">National Youth Leadership Training: Multiple Dates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5653. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5660. <item>
  5661. <title>Horsemanship Merit Badge: May 6; May 11-12</title>
  5662. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/horsemanship-merit-badge-may-6-may-11-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=horsemanship-merit-badge-may-6-may-11-12</link>
  5663. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/horsemanship-merit-badge-may-6-may-11-12/#respond</comments>
  5665. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5666. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:09:42 +0000</pubDate>
  5667. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1206</guid>
  5668.  
  5669. <description><![CDATA[<p>The program consists of two components: earning the Horsemanship Merit Badge and doing a backcountry horse cavalcade in Saskatchewan, Canada in Summer 2020 called the Canada Cavalcade. Both programs are open to both boys and girls. All YPT and Guidelines for Safe Scouting procedures will be strictly adhered to for mixed gender programs. I will [&#8230;]</p>
  5670. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/horsemanship-merit-badge-may-6-may-11-12/">Horsemanship Merit Badge: May 6; May 11-12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5671. ]]></description>
  5672. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The program consists of two components: earning the Horsemanship Merit Badge and doing a backcountry horse cavalcade in Saskatchewan, Canada in Summer 2020 called the Canada Cavalcade. Both programs are open to both boys and girls. All YPT and Guidelines for Safe Scouting procedures will be strictly adhered to for mixed gender programs.</p>
  5673. <p>I will be offering the Horsemanship merit badge on May 6; May 11-12. It is limited to ten scouts. If there is enough interest, I will offer it again in Fall 2019.</p>
  5674. <p>I am actively recruiting Scouts and adults for the Canada Cavalcade. The crew will be limited to a maximum of 12 people (4 Scouters and 8 Scouts). At the moment, we are just in the expression of interest stage, but we will begin work ups and shake down events starting in September 2019.</p>
  5675. <p>You can find full information, as well as registration, at the following website:<br />
  5676. <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/cbdhorsemanship/home">https://sites.google.com/view/cbdhorsemanship/home</a></p>
  5677. <p>As I mentioned, though this program will be offered in the first instance to Scouts within the Chain Bridge District (Virginia), it is open to Scouts across the NCAC as well.</p>
  5678. <p>Yours in Scouting,<br />
  5679. <a href="mailto:rbrigety@gmail.com">Reuben Brigety</a><br />
  5680. BT/GT 128 Committee Chair<br />
  5681. Horsemanship Merit Badge Instructor</p>
  5682. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/horsemanship-merit-badge-may-6-may-11-12/">Horsemanship Merit Badge: May 6; May 11-12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5690. <item>
  5691. <title>Washington DC Area Merit Badge University: April 13 &#038; 14</title>
  5692. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/washington-dc-area-merit-badge-university-april-13-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=washington-dc-area-merit-badge-university-april-13-14</link>
  5693. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/washington-dc-area-merit-badge-university-april-13-14/#respond</comments>
  5695. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5696. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:05:10 +0000</pubDate>
  5697. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1205</guid>
  5698.  
  5699. <description><![CDATA[<p>8th Annual Merit Badge University Hosted by the Zeta Mu Chapter, Alpha Phi Omega Natl. Service Fraternity On the Campus of The Catholic University of America with the cooperation of the Washington DC District, NCAC April 13 &#38; 14, 2019 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. both days This event is a service project hosted and [&#8230;]</p>
  5700. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/washington-dc-area-merit-badge-university-april-13-14/">Washington DC Area Merit Badge University: April 13 &amp; 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5701. ]]></description>
  5702. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>8th Annual Merit Badge University</p>
  5703. <p>Hosted by the Zeta Mu Chapter, Alpha Phi Omega Natl. Service Fraternity On the Campus of The Catholic University of America with the cooperation of the Washington DC District, NCAC</p>
  5704. <p>April 13 &amp; 14, 2019<br />
  5705. 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. both days</p>
  5706. <p>This event is a service project hosted and administered by the Zeta Mu chapter, Alpha Phi Omega chapter at The Catholic University of America with oversight and close coordination with the local BSA District. The Scouts BSA advancement program is administered under the requirements in the 2019 BSA Guide to Advancement sections 7.0.3.2, 7.4.0.9, and 7.4.0.10.</p>
  5707. <p><a href="https://app.box.com/s/2d7i6xw8zbbxd4z9qldtu3ytzdlktv2t">Event PDF</a></p>
  5708. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/washington-dc-area-merit-badge-university-april-13-14/">Washington DC Area Merit Badge University: April 13 &amp; 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5709. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5716. <item>
  5717. <title>Scouts Trash the Trash Day: May 4</title>
  5718. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-trash-the-trash-day-may-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-trash-the-trash-day-may-4</link>
  5719. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-trash-the-trash-day-may-4/#respond</comments>
  5721. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5722. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
  5723. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1204</guid>
  5724.  
  5725. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouts Trash the Trash Day is an international Messengers of Peace project for Scouts around the world, where each Scout is challenged to bring a friend or family member along and pick up at least one Kilo (2.2 pounds) of trash each on the first Saturday in May. The idea for Scouts Trash the Trash [&#8230;]</p>
  5726. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-trash-the-trash-day-may-4/">Scouts Trash the Trash Day: May 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5727. ]]></description>
  5728. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scouts Trash the Trash Day is an international Messengers of Peace project for Scouts around the world, where each Scout is challenged to bring a friend or family member along and pick up at least one Kilo (2.2 pounds) of trash each on the first Saturday in May.</p>
  5729. <p>The idea for Scouts Trash the Trash Day came from the scouts of Troop 1206 in Helena, Montana after realizing that there are several days throughout the year that Scouts get together and do the same thing on the same day. Days like Jamboree on the Air and Internet, Jamboree on the Trail, Trees for the World, World Neckerchief Day, but there was not a day for Scouts to all get together and clean up their communities. Thus Scouts Trash the Trash Day was started. Scouts are asked to bring a non-scout with them on this day of service in order to double the impact of their trash cleaning effort.</p>
  5730. <p>Scouts Trash the Trash Day is about more than just cleaning our planet, it is a day to show the world what Scouting is about, educate individuals about Scouting and recruit new boys, girls and adults into the Scouting movement.</p>
  5731. <p>For details on how to participate or to register &#8211; please visit the <a href="http://www.scoutstrashthetrashday.org/">Scouts Trash the Trash website</a>.</p>
  5732. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-trash-the-trash-day-may-4/">Scouts Trash the Trash Day: May 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5740. <item>
  5741. <title>Troop 7369&#8217;s Merit Badge University: April 27</title>
  5742. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-7369s-merit-badge-university-april-27/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=troop-7369s-merit-badge-university-april-27</link>
  5743. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-7369s-merit-badge-university-april-27/#respond</comments>
  5745. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5746. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 03:53:12 +0000</pubDate>
  5747. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1203</guid>
  5748.  
  5749. <description><![CDATA[<p>Troop 7369&#8217;s Merit Badge University is being held on April 27th. Registration opens Saturday, March 30th and ends April 20th. The registration document link containing registration requirements and merit badge pre-requisites can be found on the meritbadge.info website. Don&#8217;t miss the opportunity to earn some exciting and hard to find merit badges.  Classes always fill [&#8230;]</p>
  5750. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-7369s-merit-badge-university-april-27/">Troop 7369&#8217;s Merit Badge University: April 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5751. ]]></description>
  5752. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Troop 7369&#8217;s Merit Badge University is being held on April 27th. Registration opens Saturday, March 30th and ends April 20th.</p>
  5753. <p>The <a href="https://www.troop7369.org/system/files/RegistrationPacketApr2019MBU.pdf">registration document link</a> containing <strong>registration requirements</strong> and <strong>merit badge pre-requisites</strong> can be found on the <a href="http://meritbadge.info">meritbadge.info</a> website.</p>
  5754. <p>Don&#8217;t miss the opportunity to earn some exciting and hard to find merit badges.  Classes always fill up quickly.</p>
  5755. <p>We look forward to seeing everyone again or meeting you for the first time.</p>
  5756. <p>Please email <a href="mailto:troop7369mbu@gmail.com">troop7369mbu@gmail.com</a> with questions.</p>
  5757. <p>Yours in Scouting,<br />
  5758. Renee Geary, Syamala Malladi, &amp; Kris Meade<br />
  5759. Troop 7369</p>
  5760. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-7369s-merit-badge-university-april-27/">Troop 7369&#8217;s Merit Badge University: April 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  5768. <item>
  5769. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: April 11</title>
  5770. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-april-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-april-11</link>
  5771. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-april-11/#respond</comments>
  5773. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5774. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 03:43:51 +0000</pubDate>
  5775. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1202</guid>
  5776.  
  5777. <description><![CDATA[<p>At our March Round Table meeting we had a hands on demonstration of ScoutBook.  Thanks to George Sellers, ASM-291 for putting this together for us.  We also had our monthly &#8220;To Do&#8221; list as well as a brief presentation on Scoutmaster Minutes.  Links to those presentations are below. March To Do List:  http://tinyurl.com/y5ekl8tg Scoutmasters Minute:  http://tinyurl.com/y5f7hpmm At our April [&#8230;]</p>
  5778. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-april-11/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: April 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5779. ]]></description>
  5780. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At our March Round Table meeting we had a hands on demonstration of ScoutBook.  Thanks to George Sellers, ASM-291 for putting this together for us.  We also had our monthly &#8220;To Do&#8221; list as well as a brief presentation on Scoutmaster Minutes.  Links to those presentations are below.</p>
  5781. <div>March To Do List:  <a href="http://tinyurl.com/y5ekl8tg">http://tinyurl.com/y5ekl8tg</a></div>
  5782. <div>Scoutmasters Minute:  <a href="http://tinyurl.com/y5f7hpmm">http://tinyurl.com/y5f7hpmm</a></div>
  5783. <div></div>
  5784. <div>At our April Round Table we will have a presentation on bicycling, bicycle safety and bicycle preparation.  Manny Madrid from Griffith Cycles in Bethesda will  be joining us.  Manny is an avid cyclist and is currently in training for a triathlon competition.  Please join us on Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 pm.</div>
  5785. <div></div>
  5786. <div>
  5787. <div dir="ltr">
  5788. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  5789. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  5790. </div>
  5791. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-april-11/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: April 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5792. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5798. </item>
  5799. <item>
  5800. <title>Web &#038; Social Media Training for Units: March 30</title>
  5801. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/web-social-media-training-for-units-march-30/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=web-social-media-training-for-units-march-30</link>
  5802. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/web-social-media-training-for-units-march-30/#respond</comments>
  5804. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5805. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:40:30 +0000</pubDate>
  5806. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1199</guid>
  5807.  
  5808. <description><![CDATA[<p>Sat., March 30 &#8211; 9:00 AM to Noon @ Scout Center If you are in charge of using the web and social media to recruit and motivate Scout membership, this is the event for you! Last fall NCAC was part of a national pilot program using Facebook to promote individual packs&#8217; Join Scout Nights. The [&#8230;]</p>
  5809. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/web-social-media-training-for-units-march-30/">Web &amp; Social Media Training for Units: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5810. ]]></description>
  5811. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Sat., March 30 &#8211; 9:00 AM to Noon @ Scout Center</b><br />
  5812. If you are in charge of using the web and social media to recruit and motivate Scout membership, this is the event for you!</p>
  5813. <div>Last fall NCAC was part of a national pilot program using Facebook to promote individual packs&#8217; Join Scout Nights. The result? Packs who participated had a 15% increase in new members.</div>
  5814. <div></div>
  5815. <div>Join us to learn how your unit, district, and council-level recruiting events can get this kind of Scout Spirit!</div>
  5816. <div></div>
  5817. <div>
  5818. <p>This workshop will give you the skills you need and help you teach others to be modern communicators. With multiple breakout groups to choose from you will leave with new skills, actionable information, and the ability to train others in your unit or district to be compliant with BSA&#8217;s online policies.</p>
  5819. </div>
  5820. <div>Detailed info &amp; <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-26795" target="_blank" rel="noopener">free registration online</a></div>
  5821. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/web-social-media-training-for-units-march-30/">Web &amp; Social Media Training for Units: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5822. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5828. </item>
  5829. <item>
  5830. <title>Program Launch and Scout Exposition 2019: May 8</title>
  5831. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-and-scout-exposition-2019-may-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=program-launch-and-scout-exposition-2019-may-8</link>
  5832. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-and-scout-exposition-2019-may-8/#respond</comments>
  5834. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5835. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:36:01 +0000</pubDate>
  5836. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1198</guid>
  5837.  
  5838. <description><![CDATA[<p>The annual Program Launch and Scout Exposition 2019 has been scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2019. The Potomac, Seneca and White Oak Districts are inviting Scouts, Scouters and friends to join us for exhibits, fun, and &#8220;scout&#8221; food at the People&#8217;s Community Baptist Church at 31 Norwood Rd in Silver Spring. Doors will open to [&#8230;]</p>
  5839. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-and-scout-exposition-2019-may-8/">Program Launch and Scout Exposition 2019: May 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5840. ]]></description>
  5841. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The annual Program Launch and Scout Exposition 2019 has been scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2019.</p>
  5842. <p>The Potomac, Seneca and White Oak Districts are inviting Scouts, Scouters and friends to join us for exhibits, fun, and &#8220;scout&#8221; food at the People&#8217;s Community Baptist Church at 31 Norwood Rd in Silver Spring. Doors will open to exhibitors at 5:00 pm and to visitors beginning at 6:00 pm or so.</p>
  5843. <p>There is much that is new in Scouting this year and there will be many further messages about our annual gathering which serves as an expanded &#8220;roundtable&#8221; &#8212; an opportunity for us to talk and listen to our community, all of whom are devoted to our youth and families.</p>
  5844. <p>Exhibitors will register in advance. Visitors may indicate their interest in advance but will not need to pre-register.</p>
  5845. <p>Further information will be provided for exhibitors, visitors and friends.</p>
  5846. <p>Please let us know if responsibilities have changed at your address, so that we can provide information correctly.</p>
  5847. <p>Geoffrey Wolfe<br />
  5848. Program Launch Event 2019<br />
  5849. Potomac District, National Capital Area Council</p>
  5850. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/03/Program-Launch-Logo-2019.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  5851. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-and-scout-exposition-2019-may-8/">Program Launch and Scout Exposition 2019: May 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5852. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5858. </item>
  5859. <item>
  5860. <title>New Seneca District Executive!</title>
  5861. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-seneca-district-executive/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=new-seneca-district-executive</link>
  5862. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-seneca-district-executive/#respond</comments>
  5864. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5865. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:26:44 +0000</pubDate>
  5866. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1197</guid>
  5867.  
  5868. <description><![CDATA[<p>A short introduction and contact information for our new DE. Let’s all welcome Ethan Schepp! Sign up and come out to the Seneca District Adult Award Dinner next week (3/26) to meet him. Ethan Schepp is the District Executive for the Seneca district of the NCAC. Ethan graduated from UMBC and has a media and [&#8230;]</p>
  5869. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-seneca-district-executive/">New Seneca District Executive!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5870. ]]></description>
  5871. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A short introduction and contact information for our new DE. Let’s all welcome Ethan Schepp! <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25333">Sign up</a> and come out to the Seneca District Adult Award Dinner next week (3/26) to meet him.</p>
  5872. <p>Ethan Schepp is the District Executive for the Seneca district of the NCAC. Ethan graduated from UMBC and has a media and communications background. Throughout his employment, he has worked in project management, marketing, logistics and sales.</p>
  5873. <p>Ethan is a Maryland native and resident of Laytonsville, MD. He lives with his wife and 2 ½ year old son. He enjoys playing guitar, the outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.</p>
  5874. <p><strong>Ethan Schepp </strong><strong> </strong>| <strong> Seneca District Executive</strong><br />
  5875. <strong>BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA</strong><strong><br />
  5876. </strong><strong>National Capital Area Council</strong><strong><br />
  5877. </strong><br />
  5878. Marriott Scout Service Center<br />
  5879. 9190 Rockville Pike<br />
  5880. Bethesda, MD 20814<br />
  5881. <strong>C 240-818-6429</strong><br />
  5882. <u>E <a href="mailto:Ethan.Schepp@Scouting.org">Ethan.Schepp@Scouting.org</a></u></p>
  5883. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-seneca-district-executive/">New Seneca District Executive!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5884. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5887. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  5890. </item>
  5891. <item>
  5892. <title>Den Chief Training: May 19</title>
  5893. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=den-chief-training-may-19</link>
  5894. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19/#respond</comments>
  5896. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5897. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
  5898. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1191</guid>
  5899.  
  5900. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District is offering Den Chief training on May 19 When: May 19 Time: 2-4:15pm Where: National Izaak Walton League 707 Conservation Ln Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 Cost: Youth $20 Registration</p>
  5901. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19/">Den Chief Training: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5902. ]]></description>
  5903. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District is offering Den Chief training on May 19</p>
  5904. <p>When: May 19<br />
  5905. Time: 2-4:15pm<br />
  5906. Where: National Izaak Walton League<br />
  5907. 707 Conservation Ln<br />
  5908. Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878<br />
  5909. Cost: Youth $20</p>
  5910. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-26942">Registration</a></p>
  5911. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-19/">Den Chief Training: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5912. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5919. <item>
  5920. <title>FEMA&#8217;s Youth Preparedness Council</title>
  5921. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/femas-youth-preparedness-council/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=femas-youth-preparedness-council</link>
  5922. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/femas-youth-preparedness-council/#respond</comments>
  5924. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5925. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 04:13:28 +0000</pubDate>
  5926. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1190</guid>
  5927.  
  5928. <description><![CDATA[<p>Have children or young family members who engage in community service or are interested in emergency preparedness? Students in 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grade can apply to serve in FEMA&#8217;s Youth Preparedness Council. Applications due by March 31st. https://www.ready.gov/youth-preparedness-council</p>
  5929. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/femas-youth-preparedness-council/">FEMA&#8217;s Youth Preparedness Council</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5930. ]]></description>
  5931. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have children or young family members who engage in community service or are interested in emergency preparedness? Students in 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grade can apply to serve in FEMA&#8217;s Youth Preparedness Council. Applications due by March 31st.<br />
  5932. <a href="https://www.ready.gov/youth-preparedness-council">https://www.ready.gov/youth-preparedness-council</a></p>
  5933. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/femas-youth-preparedness-council/">FEMA&#8217;s Youth Preparedness Council</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5934. ]]></content:encoded>
  5936. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/femas-youth-preparedness-council/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  5940. </item>
  5941. <item>
  5942. <title>Sea Scout Ship &#8211; Ready to Join?</title>
  5943. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-ready-to-join/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sea-scout-ship-ready-to-join</link>
  5944. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-ready-to-join/#respond</comments>
  5946. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5947. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 04:08:35 +0000</pubDate>
  5948. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1189</guid>
  5949.  
  5950. <description><![CDATA[<p>A Nautical Philmont ? Think sea going summer camp! First, we need a Sea Scout Ship https://seascout.org/news/summer-cruise-opportunities-2/ https://seascout.org/cruising/ Talk to Mike !</p>
  5951. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-ready-to-join/">Sea Scout Ship &#8211; Ready to Join?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5952. ]]></description>
  5953. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Nautical Philmont ? Think sea going summer camp!<br />
  5954. First, we need a Sea Scout Ship<br />
  5955. <a href="https://seascout.org/news/summer-cruise-opportunities-2/">https://seascout.org/news/summer-cruise-opportunities-2/</a></p>
  5956. <p><a href="https://seascout.org/cruising/">https://seascout.org/cruising/</a> Talk to Mike !</p>
  5957. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-ready-to-join/">Sea Scout Ship &#8211; Ready to Join?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5958. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5965. <item>
  5966. <title>National Trail System: Go Take A Hike! : April 25</title>
  5967. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-trail-system-go-take-a-hike-april-25/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-trail-system-go-take-a-hike-april-25</link>
  5968. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-trail-system-go-take-a-hike-april-25/#respond</comments>
  5970. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  5971. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 04:06:34 +0000</pubDate>
  5972. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1188</guid>
  5973.  
  5974. <description><![CDATA[<p>A little bit of a ride, but a worthwhile adventure. No GPS, no batteries, just a long afternoon needed… (and some shoes ?) https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationaltrailssystem/index.htm What: National Trails meet and greet Steve Elkington Where: Arch Street Meetinghouse 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 When: 6:30pm Thursday 25 April Before there were roads, there were the paths [&#8230;]</p>
  5975. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-trail-system-go-take-a-hike-april-25/">National Trail System: Go Take A Hike! : April 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5976. ]]></description>
  5977. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A little bit of a ride, but a worthwhile adventure.</p>
  5978. <p>No GPS, no batteries, just a long afternoon needed…<br />
  5979. (and some shoes ?)<br />
  5980. <a href="https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationaltrailssystem/index.htm">https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationaltrailssystem/index.htm</a></p>
  5981. <p>What: National Trails meet and greet Steve Elkington<br />
  5982. Where: Arch Street Meetinghouse 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106<br />
  5983. When: 6:30pm Thursday 25 April<br />
  5984. Before there were roads, there were the paths we walked on.</p>
  5985. <p><strong>Steve Elkinton</strong> will talk about mapping and building our nation’s network of trails. Recipient of the 2013 American Trails Lifetime Service Award, Steve served as the program leader for the National Trails System at the National Park Service in Washington, DC, for 25 years, researching, documenting, and supporting trails, many of which were first created by Native American Peoples. What did they mean to our history and why are they important today?</p>
  5986. <p>Steve spent a quarter of a century stewarding our nation’s system of outdoor trails. Segment by segment–with important volunteer and community support–he painstakingly assembled the national trail system.</p>
  5987. <p>Steve recently published an illustrated history of the trails system and he will have a limited number of copies of his book available for sale.<br />
  5988. FREE <a href="https://www.pym.org/fellowship/">https://www.pym.org/fellowship/</a></p>
  5989. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-trail-system-go-take-a-hike-april-25/">National Trail System: Go Take A Hike! : April 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  5990. ]]></content:encoded>
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  5996. </item>
  5997. <item>
  5998. <title>Fishing Day: May 11</title>
  5999. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fishing-day-may-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fishing-day-may-11</link>
  6000. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fishing-day-may-11/#respond</comments>
  6002. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6003. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 04:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
  6004. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1187</guid>
  6005.  
  6006. <description><![CDATA[<p>Sneak up on those pesky fish. Catch and release. How many can you catch? When: Saturday, May 11 Time: 8am-12pm Where: Black Hills regional park fishing pier Cost: $6 per fisherman Registration (to open shortly)</p>
  6007. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fishing-day-may-11/">Fishing Day: May 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6008. ]]></description>
  6009. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sneak up on those pesky fish. Catch and release. How many can you catch?</p>
  6010. <p>When: Saturday, May 11<br />
  6011. Time: 8am-12pm<br />
  6012. Where: Black Hills regional park fishing pier<br />
  6013. Cost: $6 per fisherman</p>
  6014. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25336">Registration</a> (to open shortly)</p>
  6015. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fishing-day-may-11/">Fishing Day: May 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6016. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6023. <item>
  6024. <title>Pinewood Derby: April 13</title>
  6025. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pinewood-derby-april-13</link>
  6026. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-13/#respond</comments>
  6028. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6029. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:56:57 +0000</pubDate>
  6030. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1186</guid>
  6031.  
  6032. <description><![CDATA[<p>Has your pack completed their unit Pinewood derby race? Pit those 1st placers against other unit winners in the district. Gentlemen and gentle ladies…Start Your Engines!! When: Saturday, April 13 Time: 8:30am-12:30pm Where: Kingsview LDS Church 18900 Kingsview Rd Germantown, MD Cost: $35 per PACK Registration</p>
  6033. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-13/">Pinewood Derby: April 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6034. ]]></description>
  6035. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Has your pack completed their unit Pinewood derby race? Pit those 1st placers against other unit winners in the district. Gentlemen and gentle ladies…Start Your Engines!!</p>
  6036. <p>When: Saturday, April 13<br />
  6037. Time: 8:30am-12:30pm<br />
  6038. Where: Kingsview LDS Church<br />
  6039. 18900 Kingsview Rd<br />
  6040. Germantown, MD<br />
  6041. Cost: $35 per <strong>PACK</strong></p>
  6042. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25335">Registration</a></p>
  6043. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-13/">Pinewood Derby: April 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6044. ]]></content:encoded>
  6046. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6047. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6050. </item>
  6051. <item>
  6052. <title>Archery Day: March 30</title>
  6053. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=archery-day-march-30-2</link>
  6054. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30-2/#respond</comments>
  6056. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6057. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:52:36 +0000</pubDate>
  6058. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1185</guid>
  6059.  
  6060. <description><![CDATA[<p>Archery Day, March 30 (Sat. 1-5pm) How is your archery skills? Bring your youth and join in on the fun. When: Saturday, March 30 Time: 1-5pm ET Where: Lois Green-Sligo Isaac Walton League 8721 Snouffer School Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Registration</p>
  6061. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30-2/">Archery Day: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6062. ]]></description>
  6063. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Archery Day, March 30 (Sat. 1-5pm)<br />
  6064. How is your archery skills? Bring your youth and join in on the fun.</p>
  6065. <p>When: Saturday, March 30<br />
  6066. Time: 1-5pm ET<br />
  6067. Where: Lois Green-Sligo Isaac Walton League<br />
  6068. 8721 Snouffer School Rd<br />
  6069. Gaithersburg, MD 20879</p>
  6070. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-2019Archery">Registration</a></p>
  6071. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30-2/">Archery Day: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6072. ]]></content:encoded>
  6074. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6075. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6078. </item>
  6079. <item>
  6080. <title>District Court of Honor Dinner: March 26</title>
  6081. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26</link>
  6082. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26/#respond</comments>
  6084. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6085. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:49:48 +0000</pubDate>
  6086. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1184</guid>
  6087.  
  6088. <description><![CDATA[<p>District Adult Court of Honor Dinner, When: Tuesday, March 26 Time: 6:30-9:00pm Where: Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15 5 Taft Court Rockville, Md. 20850 Come to honor those receiving SOUSA and District Award of Merit awards and support your units and district for the best of volunteers being honored this year. Register here</p>
  6089. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26/">District Court of Honor Dinner: March 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6090. ]]></description>
  6091. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>District Adult Court of Honor Dinner,</p>
  6092. <p>When: Tuesday, March 26<br />
  6093. Time: 6:30-9:00pm<br />
  6094. Where: Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15<br />
  6095. 5 Taft Court<br />
  6096. Rockville, Md. 20850</p>
  6097. <p>Come to honor those receiving SOUSA and District Award of Merit awards and support your units and district for the best of volunteers being honored this year.</p>
  6098. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25333">here</a></p>
  6099. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26/">District Court of Honor Dinner: March 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6100. ]]></content:encoded>
  6102. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-dinner-march-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6103. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6106. </item>
  6107. <item>
  6108. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: March 14</title>
  6109. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14</link>
  6110. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14/#respond</comments>
  6112. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6113. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:40:50 +0000</pubDate>
  6114. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1183</guid>
  6115.  
  6116. <description><![CDATA[<p>March Round Table will feature a discussion and presentation on using Scoutbook and a talk about Scoutmaster&#8217;s Minute.  Please bring along your favorite Scoutmaster Minutes to share with others.  As of January 1, 2019 Scoutbook is FREE for ALL UNITS.   Scoutbook is a Scout&#8217;s advancement book in the cloud. Connect with Scouts, Scouters and other leaders. Discover [&#8230;]</p>
  6117. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6118. ]]></description>
  6119. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>March Round Table will feature a discussion and presentation on using Scoutbook and a talk about Scoutmaster&#8217;s Minute.  Please bring along your favorite Scoutmaster Minutes to share with others.</p>
  6120. <div> As of January 1, 2019 Scoutbook is FREE for ALL UNITS.   <b>Scoutbook</b> is a Scout&#8217;s advancement book in the cloud. Connect with Scouts, Scouters and other leaders. Discover the latest Boy Scouts of America (BSA) news, thousands of Scouting videos, all the Cub Scout and Boy Scout references and much more right at your finger tips.</p>
  6121. <div dir="auto">
  6122. <div dir="ltr">
  6123. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  6124. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  6125. </div>
  6126. </div>
  6127. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6128. ]]></content:encoded>
  6130. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-march-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6131. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6134. </item>
  6135. <item>
  6136. <title>Level 1 Archery Training: April 14</title>
  6137. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/level-1-archery-training-april-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=level-1-archery-training-april-14</link>
  6138. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/level-1-archery-training-april-14/#respond</comments>
  6140. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6141. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:30:13 +0000</pubDate>
  6142. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1175</guid>
  6143.  
  6144. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca will be offering Level 1 Archery Training. April 14th, Sunday, 10-4:30 Germantown, MD Contact Deborah Franklin Class closed after March 14th.  Manuals need to be ordered Cost $75</p>
  6145. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/level-1-archery-training-april-14/">Level 1 Archery Training: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6146. ]]></description>
  6147. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seneca will be offering Level 1 Archery Training.<br />
  6148. April 14th, Sunday, 10-4:30<br />
  6149. Germantown, MD<br />
  6150. Contact <a href="mailto:careydeb@verizon.net">Deborah Franklin</a><br />
  6151. Class closed after March 14th.  Manuals need to be ordered<br />
  6152. Cost $75</p>
  6153. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/level-1-archery-training-april-14/">Level 1 Archery Training: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6154. ]]></content:encoded>
  6156. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/level-1-archery-training-april-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6157. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6160. </item>
  6161. <item>
  6162. <title>Outdoor Ethics Orientation: March 7</title>
  6163. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7</link>
  6164. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7/#respond</comments>
  6166. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6167. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:24:24 +0000</pubDate>
  6168. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1174</guid>
  6169.  
  6170. <description><![CDATA[<p>March 7 at 7:30 Vale United Methodist Church, 11528 Vale Rd, Oakton, VA 22124 The course is suitable for scouters and mature scouts. We hope as many units as possible are able to send at least 2 scouts and 1 scouter; this will allow your unit to have youth &#38; adult members qualified to lead Outdoor Ethics at [&#8230;]</p>
  6171. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7/">Outdoor Ethics Orientation: March 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6172. ]]></description>
  6173. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>March 7 at 7:30</div>
  6174. <div>Vale United Methodist Church, 11528 Vale Rd, Oakton, VA 22124</div>
  6175. <div></div>
  6176. <div>The course is suitable for scouters and mature scouts. We hope as many units as possible are able to send at least 2 scouts and 1 scouter; this will allow your unit to have youth &amp; adult members qualified to lead Outdoor Ethics at all outdoor events and help your scouts &amp; scouters complete some of the requirements to earn the Outdoor Ethics award for Scouts or NCAC award for Cub Scouts</div>
  6177. <div></div>
  6178. <div>By the end of the class, the participants should have knowledge of:</div>
  6179. <div>-Outdoor Ethics</div>
  6180. <div>-Outdoor Code</div>
  6181. <div>-How Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly! and The Land Ethic / Stewardship support the Outdoor Code</div>
  6182. <div>-Outdoor Ethics Awareness and Action Awards Program</div>
  6183. <div>-To locate additional Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly! and BSA Outdoor Ethics resources and opportunities for further training s</div>
  6184. <div></div>
  6185. <div>Details &amp; register here: <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-OutdoorEthicsOrientation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://scoutingevent.com/082-OutdoorEthicsOrientation</a></div>
  6186. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7/">Outdoor Ethics Orientation: March 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6187. ]]></content:encoded>
  6189. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/outdoor-ethics-orientation-march-7/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6190. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6193. </item>
  6194. <item>
  6195. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: March 14</title>
  6196. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-march-14</link>
  6197. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-14/#respond</comments>
  6199. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6200. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 04:52:51 +0000</pubDate>
  6201. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1173</guid>
  6202.  
  6203. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for the Cub Scout Roundtable on 3/14/2019 at 7:30 at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886. We will be covering the Scout law &#8220;Thrifty&#8221; and the Theme of &#8220;A-Camping We Will Go&#8221;.  Our interest topic discussions will include Places to Go and Things to See and [&#8230;]</p>
  6204. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6205. ]]></description>
  6206. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="ltr">Join us for the Cub Scout Roundtable on 3/14/2019 at 7:30 at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</div>
  6207. <div dir="ltr"></div>
  6208. <div>We will be covering the Scout law &#8220;Thrifty&#8221; and the Theme of &#8220;A-Camping We Will Go&#8221;.  Our interest topic discussions will include Places to Go and Things to See and Do with your Den and Pack.  Let&#8217;s share our ideas and experiences.  We welcome interested parents, and new and experienced Scout leaders.  Ask your questions and share what you know to improve the Scouting experience for all of our Scouts.</div>
  6209. <div>Alex</div>
  6210. <div>Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner</div>
  6211. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6212. ]]></content:encoded>
  6214. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6215. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6218. </item>
  6219. <item>
  6220. <title>BSA Roundtable: March 14</title>
  6221. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-roundtable-march-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bsa-roundtable-march-14</link>
  6222. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-roundtable-march-14/#respond</comments>
  6224. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6225. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 04:50:26 +0000</pubDate>
  6226. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1172</guid>
  6227.  
  6228. <description><![CDATA[<p>In February we held a joint meeting and discussed Arrow of Light and Crossover Ceremonies.  The PowerPoint slides have been uploaded to slideshare.net and can be found at the following location: https://tinyurl.com/y296gx5r The Monthly To Do List can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/yyka3ef2 March Roundtable will feature a discussion and presentation on using Scoutbook.  As of January [&#8230;]</p>
  6229. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-roundtable-march-14/">BSA Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6230. ]]></description>
  6231. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In February we held a joint meeting and discussed Arrow of Light and Crossover Ceremonies.  The PowerPoint slides have been uploaded to <a href="http://slideshare.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">slideshare.net</a> and can be found at the following location:</p>
  6232. <div dir="auto"><a href="https://tinyurl.com/y296gx5r">https://tinyurl.com/y296gx5r</a></div>
  6233. <div dir="auto"></div>
  6234. <div dir="auto">The Monthly To Do List can be found here:</div>
  6235. <div dir="auto"><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yyka3ef2">https://tinyurl.com/yyka3ef2</a></div>
  6236. <div dir="auto"></div>
  6237. <div dir="auto">
  6238. <p>March Roundtable will feature a discussion and presentation on using Scoutbook.  As of January 1, 2019 Scoutbook is FREE for ALL UNITS.   <b>Scoutbook</b> is a Scout&#8217;s advancement book in the cloud. Connect with Scouts, Scouters and other leaders. Discover the latest Boy Scouts of America (BSA) news, thousands of Scouting videos, all the Cub Scout and Boy Scout references and much more right at your finger tips.</p>
  6239. <div dir="auto">
  6240. <div dir="ltr">
  6241. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  6242. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p>
  6243. </div>
  6244. </div>
  6245. </div>
  6246. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-roundtable-march-14/">BSA Roundtable: March 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6247. ]]></content:encoded>
  6249. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-roundtable-march-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6250. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6253. </item>
  6254. <item>
  6255. <title>Farewell to our District Executive</title>
  6256. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/farewell-to-our-district-executive/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=farewell-to-our-district-executive</link>
  6257. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/farewell-to-our-district-executive/#respond</comments>
  6259. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6260. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 03:16:52 +0000</pubDate>
  6261. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1168</guid>
  6262.  
  6263. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dear Leaders, As of February 16th, I will be moving to the Washington, DC District to serve as District Director and Outreach Director. While bittersweet, it has been an absolute honor to serve you over the course of the past year. Thank you for embracing me and welcoming me to your Scouting family. We had [&#8230;]</p>
  6264. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/farewell-to-our-district-executive/">Farewell to our District Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6265. ]]></description>
  6266. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Dear Leaders,</div>
  6267. <div></div>
  6268. <div>As of February 16th, I will be moving to the Washington, DC District to serve as District Director and Outreach Director. While bittersweet, it has been an absolute honor to serve you over the course of the past year. Thank you for embracing me and welcoming me to your Scouting family. We had so many accomplishments but I’m most proud of all the new families we welcomed to Scouting. We made history in 2019!</div>
  6269. <div></div>
  6270. <div>What I will miss the most are all the smiling Cub Scouts and amazing staff from Day Camp!</div>
  6271. <div></div>
  6272. <div>District leadership, thank you for mentoring me and the time well spent working together on everything from high profile special events to cooking hot dogs for Cubs. You all have left a lasting impression on me and I will carry your passion for Scouting with me wherever I go.</div>
  6273. <div></div>
  6274. <div>From Lord Baden-Powell:</div>
  6275. <div></div>
  6276. <div>“The Movement has already, in the comparatively short period of its existence, established itself onto a wide and so strong a footing as to show most encouraging promise of what may be possible to it in the coming years. Its aim is to produce healthy, happy, helpful citizens, of both sexes, to eradicate the prevailing narrow self-interest; personal, political, sectarian and national, and to substitute for it a broader spirit of self-sacrifice and service in the cause of humanity; and thus to develop mutual goodwill and cooperation not only within our own country but abroad, between all countries.”</div>
  6277. <div></div>
  6278. <div>Any questions should now be addressed to Michael Werling, District Director, @ <a href="mailto:Michael.Werling@scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael.Werling@scouting.org</a>.</div>
  6279. <div></div>
  6280. <div>Thank you for everything you do in service of our youth.</div>
  6281. <div></div>
  6282. <div>In Scouting,</div>
  6283. <div>Carlos</div>
  6284. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/farewell-to-our-district-executive/">Farewell to our District Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6285. ]]></content:encoded>
  6287. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/farewell-to-our-district-executive/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6288. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6291. </item>
  6292. <item>
  6293. <title>Gaithersburg  Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</title>
  6294. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2</link>
  6295. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2/#respond</comments>
  6297. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6298. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 03:09:47 +0000</pubDate>
  6299. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1167</guid>
  6300.  
  6301. <description><![CDATA[<p>Meetings have started for Scouts BSA Troop 239 Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 239, sponsored by Fairhaven United Methodist Church in Gaithersburg, MD will be meeting on Mondays evenings at 7:30pm on Mondays school is open. starting in March at Thurgood Marshall ES in Gaithersburg 12260 McDonald Chapel Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Come join us, [&#8230;]</p>
  6302. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2/">Gaithersburg  Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6303. ]]></description>
  6304. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="yiv0654869003">
  6305. <p>Meetings have started for Scouts BSA Troop 239</p>
  6306. <p>Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 239, sponsored by Fairhaven United Methodist Church in Gaithersburg, MD<br />
  6307. will be meeting on Mondays evenings at 7:30pm on Mondays school is open.<br />
  6308. starting in March at Thurgood Marshall ES in Gaithersburg</p>
  6309. <p>12260 McDonald Chapel Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878</p>
  6310. <p>Come join us, invite your friends.</p>
  6311. <p>Girls age 11 or completed the 5th grade through age 17 may join.<br />
  6312. Contact us to find out more.</p>
  6313. <p>Email <a href="mailto:bsagirltroop239@gmail.com">bsagirltroop239@gmail.com</a></p>
  6314. <p>Fill out our Troop 239 Interest form&#8230;<br />
  6315. <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/lXCPO44jkWl1A8mn2">https://goo.gl/forms/lXCPO44jkWl1A8mn2</a></p>
  6316. <p>Web site<br />
  6317. <a href="http://www.bsa-ncac-troop291.org/home/units/troop-239">http://www.bsa-ncac-troop291.org/home/units/troop-239</a></p>
  6318. </div>
  6319. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2/">Gaithersburg  Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6320. ]]></content:encoded>
  6322. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6323. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6326. </item>
  6327. <item>
  6328. <title>Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</title>
  6329. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2</link>
  6330. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2/#respond</comments>
  6332. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6333. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 02:50:00 +0000</pubDate>
  6334. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1165</guid>
  6335.  
  6336. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca Day Camp online registration is now open @ Gotodaycamp.org. A packet with fillable forms and information is available here.</p>
  6337. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2/">Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6338. ]]></description>
  6339. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Seneca Day Camp online registration is now open @ <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gotodaycamp.org</a>.</div>
  6340. <div>A packet with fillable forms and information is available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/02/2019-Day-Camp-Guide.pdf">here</a>.</div>
  6341. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2/">Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6342. ]]></content:encoded>
  6344. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6345. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6348. </item>
  6349. <item>
  6350. <title>Print Charter Functionality is Working!</title>
  6351. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/print-charter-functionality-is-working/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=print-charter-functionality-is-working</link>
  6352. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/print-charter-functionality-is-working/#respond</comments>
  6354. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6355. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
  6356. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1161</guid>
  6357.  
  6358. <description><![CDATA[<p>All Units &#8211; Have just been advised via FB that the &#8220;Print Charter&#8221; functionality in my.scouting.org is now operational for your unit. Please print your charters once you have posted, and deliver to your Charter Organization at the appropriate forum. Attached are the instructions on how to print a Charter Certificate. National is no longer printing [&#8230;]</p>
  6359. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/print-charter-functionality-is-working/">Print Charter Functionality is Working!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6360. ]]></description>
  6361. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All Units &#8211;</div>
  6362. <div></div>
  6363. <div>Have just been advised via FB that the &#8220;Print Charter&#8221; functionality in <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">my.scouting.org</a> is now operational for your unit.</div>
  6364. <div></div>
  6365. <div><b>Please print your charters</b> once you have posted, and deliver to your Charter Organization at the appropriate forum.</div>
  6366. <div></div>
  6367. <div>Attached are the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/02/Item-05-Charter-Certificate-Printing-DETAILED-INSTRUCTIONS_.pdf">instructions</a> on how to print a Charter Certificate. National is no longer printing these certificates.</div>
  6368. <div></div>
  6369. <div>Please let me know if you have any questions. I believe card printing is also still there and running.</div>
  6370. <div></div>
  6371. <div>YIDS</div>
  6372. <div>Commish</div>
  6373. <div>Gordon Henley</div>
  6374. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/print-charter-functionality-is-working/">Print Charter Functionality is Working!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6375. ]]></content:encoded>
  6377. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/print-charter-functionality-is-working/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6378. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6381. </item>
  6382. <item>
  6383. <title>Archery Day: March 30</title>
  6384. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=archery-day-march-30</link>
  6385. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30/#respond</comments>
  6387. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6388. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:42:02 +0000</pubDate>
  6389. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1159</guid>
  6390.  
  6391. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scouts Archery Day is Back (flyer at the link) Mark your calendars Saturday, March 30th Lois Green-Sligo IWLA, Gaithersburg Register online for 30 minutes of archery Debbie</p>
  6392. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30/">Archery Day: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6393. ]]></description>
  6394. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/02/2019-Archery-Day-flyer.pdf">Cub Scouts Archery Day is Back</a> (flyer at the link)</p>
  6395. <p>Mark your calendars Saturday, March 30<sup>th<br />
  6396. </sup>Lois Green-Sligo IWLA, Gaithersburg</p>
  6397. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-2019Archery">online</a> for 30 minutes of archery</p>
  6398. <p>Debbie</p>
  6399. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30/">Archery Day: March 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6400. ]]></content:encoded>
  6402. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/archery-day-march-30/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6403. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6406. </item>
  6407. <item>
  6408. <title>Youth Protection Training Update Coming</title>
  6409. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-update-coming/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-update-coming</link>
  6410. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-update-coming/#respond</comments>
  6412. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6413. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:29:02 +0000</pubDate>
  6414. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1158</guid>
  6415.  
  6416. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please confirm your training status at my.Scouting.org. If that system indicates your are trained, please disregard this message. If not, read on! At the end of February, the online YP Course (Y01) will be replaced with an updated version. Please get the word out to all leaders that any courses in progress (completions of some [&#8230;]</p>
  6417. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-update-coming/">Youth Protection Training Update Coming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6418. ]]></description>
  6419. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please confirm your training status at <a href="http://my.Scouting.org">my.Scouting.org</a>. If that system indicates your are trained, please disregard this message. If not, read on!</p>
  6420. <p>At the end of February, the online YP Course (Y01) will be replaced with an updated version. Please get the word out to all leaders that any courses in progress (completions of some but not all of the required four modules) will be lost when the course is updated. For example, if a leader had completed one, two, or three of the four modules, but had not completed all four, their completed modules will be erased and they will have to start over again to complete all four required modules. You must have completed all four modules successfully by February 28th, as the new Learning Plan will be launched March 1, 2019.</p>
  6421. <p>You must complete the training before March 1, 2019, or any progress you have made will not transfer, due to the new learning plan. Otherwise, you may simply start over with the new training plan on March 1, 2019.</p>
  6422. <p><strong>If you HAVE already completed the current Y01 Youth Protection Training:</strong><br />
  6423. You WILL NOT be affected. You DO NOT have to retake the training when the March 1, 2019 course is released.</p>
  6424. <p>This update will include new policies and procedures implemented since the course was first released in February, 2018, however our Youth Protection and Health and Safety policies, guidelines and procedures are continually being updated and revised. The on-line version of the GTSS [Guide to Safe Scouting] is the single most up to date source of our commitment to Safe Scouting.</p>
  6425. <p>[Existing] Youth Protection certifications will continue to be valid for a two year period.</p>
  6426. <p>When the course update is complete, four new VOLUNTARY modules will be added and will be available under the â\x80\x9cVOLUNTARY programs.â\x80\x9d These include:<br />
  6427. 1. Physical Abuse<br />
  6428. 2. Neglect<br />
  6429. 3. Emotional Abuse<br />
  6430. 4. Witnessing Violence</p>
  6431. <p>These new, VOLUNTARY modules will provide leaders with knowledge about other forms of abuse.</p>
  6432. <p>Thanks for all you do to continue to keeps Scouts safe!<br />
  6433. Mary Lou Gundersen<br />
  6434. <a href="mailto:mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net">Seneca Training Lead</a></p>
  6435. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-update-coming/">Youth Protection Training Update Coming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6436. ]]></content:encoded>
  6438. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-update-coming/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6439. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6442. </item>
  6443. <item>
  6444. <title>Openings for Sea Base Coral Reef Adventure: July 7-13</title>
  6445. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13</link>
  6446. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13/#respond</comments>
  6448. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6449. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:19:31 +0000</pubDate>
  6450. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1157</guid>
  6451.  
  6452. <description><![CDATA[<p>The NCAC High Adventure Committee has an urgent need to fill at least two spots on a Sea Base Coral Reef Adventure from July 7th to 13th 2019. There are four (2 adults 2 Scouts) presently in the crew but six is the minimum and eight is max. So at least two more participants are [&#8230;]</p>
  6453. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13/">Openings for Sea Base Coral Reef Adventure: July 7-13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6454. ]]></description>
  6455. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The NCAC High Adventure Committee has an urgent need to fill at least two spots on a Sea Base Coral Reef Adventure from July 7th to 13th 2019</strong>. There are four (2 adults 2 Scouts) presently in the crew but six is the minimum and eight is max. So at least two more participants are needed to avoid cancelling this trip. Here is what you can expect on this adventure:<em><br />
  6456. </em></p>
  6457. <p><em>“Your home for a week will be on a large sailing vessel over 40 feet long. During the adventure, you will be sailing the Florida Keys and have the chance to snorkel some of the most beautiful reefs in the Keys and part of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. You will also have the opportunity to study astronomy, navigation, fish identification, and coral reef ecology. So join us for the Coral Reef Sailing Adventure, sharpen your navigational skills and enjoy snorkeling and fishing all in one package.”</em></p>
  6458. <p>Total estimated cost of $1,950 includes the Sea Base fee, airfare, all ground transportation, meals, tips, a visit to an alligator farm and an airboat ride in the Everglades. A deposit of $700 is required.</p>
  6459. <p>If this sounds exciting, well, it is! To start your journey, contact High Adventure Committee Sea Base Liaison Dana Abrahamsen at (202) 326-2906 (work) or <a href="mailto:dabrahamse@ftc.gov">dabrahamse@ftc.gov</a>. Download the application <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/HAC_2019_Seabase_application.pdf">here</a> (ignore the trip dates on the form). Submit the form to the address on the form and also send a copy to Dana.</p>
  6460. <p>For information on other Trips of a Lifetime offered by the High Adventure Committee, please visit <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/council-committees/outdoor-adventuring/high-adventure/">here</a>.</p>
  6461. <p>Thank you for helping us fill this trip and send these Scouts to Sea Base!<br />
  6462. Yours in Scouting and Service,<br />
  6463. John Blackwell<br />
  6464. <a href="mailto:john.blackwell@goosecreekdistrict.org">john.blackwell@goosecreekdistrict.org</a></p>
  6465. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13/">Openings for Sea Base Coral Reef Adventure: July 7-13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6466. ]]></content:encoded>
  6468. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/openings-for-sea-base-coral-reef-adventure-july-7-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6469. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6472. </item>
  6473. <item>
  6474. <title>Gaithersburg Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</title>
  6475. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls</link>
  6476. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls/#respond</comments>
  6478. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6479. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:14:46 +0000</pubDate>
  6480. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1156</guid>
  6481.  
  6482. <description><![CDATA[<p>Meetings have started for Scouts BSA Troop 239 Next Meeting Monday February 11th at 7:30pm at Ridgeview Middle School 16600 Raven Rock Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 239, sponsored by Fairhaven United Methodist Church in Gaithersburg, MD will be meeting on Mondays evenings at 7:30pm starting in March at Thurgood Marshall [&#8230;]</p>
  6483. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls/">Gaithersburg Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6484. ]]></description>
  6485. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Meetings have started for Scouts BSA Troop 239<br />
  6486. Next Meeting Monday February 11th at 7:30pm at Ridgeview Middle School<br />
  6487. 16600 Raven Rock Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878</p>
  6488. <p>Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 239, sponsored by Fairhaven United Methodist Church in Gaithersburg, MD will be meeting on Mondays evenings at 7:30pm<br />
  6489. starting in March at Thurgood Marshall ES in Gaithersburg</p>
  6490. <p>12260 McDonald Chapel Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878</p>
  6491. <p>Come join us, invite your friends.</p>
  6492. <p>Girls age 11 or completed the 5th grade through age 17 may join.<br />
  6493. Contact us to find out more.</p>
  6494. <p>Email <a href="mailto:bsagirltroop239@gmail.com">bsagirltroop239@gmail.com</a></p>
  6495. <p>Fill out our Troop 239 Interest form&#8230;<br />
  6496. <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/lXCPO44jkWl1A8mn2">https://goo.gl/forms/lXCPO44jkWl1A8mn2</a></p>
  6497. <p>Web site<br />
  6498. <a href="http://www.bsa-ncac-troop291.org/home/units/troop-239">http://www.bsa-ncac-troop291.org/home/units/troop-239</a></p>
  6499. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls/">Gaithersburg Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop 239 for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6500. ]]></content:encoded>
  6502. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/gaithersburg-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-239-for-girls/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6503. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6506. </item>
  6507. <item>
  6508. <title>National Youth Leadership Training: Summer 2019</title>
  6509. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019</link>
  6510. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019/#respond</comments>
  6512. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6513. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:10:19 +0000</pubDate>
  6514. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1155</guid>
  6515.  
  6516. <description><![CDATA[<p>NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed for youth to learn and practice the leadership skills that will help them succeed in Scouting and in life! Several options exist for Summer.  Click to learn more. This is the ultimate Scout training around.  Two heavy duty weekends.</p>
  6517. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019/">National Youth Leadership Training: Summer 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6518. ]]></description>
  6519. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed for youth to learn and practice the leadership skills that will help them succeed in Scouting and in life!</p>
  6520. <p>Several options exist for Summer.  <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/">Click</a> to learn more.</p>
  6521. <p>This is the ultimate Scout training around.  Two heavy duty weekends.</p>
  6522. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019/">National Youth Leadership Training: Summer 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6523. ]]></content:encoded>
  6525. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-summer-2019/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  6526. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  6529. </item>
  6530. <item>
  6531. <title>IOLS Training: May 17-18</title>
  6532. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/iols-training-may-17-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=iols-training-may-17-18</link>
  6533. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/iols-training-may-17-18/#respond</comments>
  6535. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6536. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:03:10 +0000</pubDate>
  6537. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1154</guid>
  6538.  
  6539. <description><![CDATA[<p>Need to get yourself fully trained? Registration is open for Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.</p>
  6540. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/iols-training-may-17-18/">IOLS Training: May 17-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6541. ]]></description>
  6542. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Need to get yourself fully trained? Registration is <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25434">open</a> for Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.</div>
  6543. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/iols-training-may-17-18/">IOLS Training: May 17-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6544. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6550. </item>
  6551. <item>
  6552. <title>BALOO Training: May 17-18</title>
  6553. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-17-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=baloo-training-may-17-18</link>
  6554. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-17-18/#respond</comments>
  6556. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6557. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:02:34 +0000</pubDate>
  6558. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1153</guid>
  6559.  
  6560. <description><![CDATA[<p>Going camping? Registration is open for Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation.</p>
  6561. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-17-18/">BALOO Training: May 17-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6562. ]]></description>
  6563. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Going camping? Registration is <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25434">open</a> for Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation.</div>
  6564. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-17-18/">BALOO Training: May 17-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6565. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6572. <item>
  6573. <title>Leave No Trace Trainer Courses – Spring, 2019</title>
  6574. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-courses-spring-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=leave-no-trace-trainer-courses-spring-2019</link>
  6575. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-courses-spring-2019/#respond</comments>
  6577. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6578. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 04:45:06 +0000</pubDate>
  6579. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1152</guid>
  6580.  
  6581. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District &#8211; this is a local class for us in April &#8211; it will be held in Germantown. What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. [&#8230;]</p>
  6582. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-courses-spring-2019/">Leave No Trace Trainer Courses – Spring, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6583. ]]></description>
  6584. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District &#8211; this is a local class for us in April &#8211; it will be held in Germantown.</p>
  6585. <p>What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults and youth aged 14+ to serve their units and districts as Leave No Trace Trainers and as Outdoor Ethics Trainers.</p>
  6586. <p>Every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout unit should have at least one Leave No Trace/Outdoor Ethics Trainer. This course is strongly recommend for Scouts serving, or wishing to serve, in the Troop Outdoor Ethics Guide position. Who should attend? Venturers, Sea Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Boy Scouts aged 14+; adult Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders; and District and Council leaders and trainers.</p>
  6587. <p>What will I learn? This course is designed to enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and outdoor ethics, and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills. This class is both active and highly interactive. You will be introduced to concepts and methods that will advance your knowledge of Leave No Trace issues in both developed and high adventure environments, expand your repertoire of low-impact skills, and increase your effectiveness in teaching these important skills to others.</p>
  6588. <p>Germantown, MD  Sat-Sun April 6-7 <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTMD1">https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTMD1</a>  (Friday evening 4/5 is optional)<br />
  6589. Questions? Contact Paul Schimke, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:paul@schimke.org">paul@schimke.org</a> or 301 906 0069 (c)<br />
  6590. &#8212; or &#8212;<br />
  6591. Camp Snyder, Haymarket, VA  March 30-31 <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-24711">https://scoutingevent.com/082-24711</a><br />
  6592. Questions? Contact Victor Bieniek, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:vbieniek@gmail.com">vbieniek@gmail.com</a>, <span class="__postbox-detected-content __postbox-detected-phone">703-855-8428 (c)<br />
  6593. &#8212; or &#8212;<br />
  6594. Bryans Road, MD June 1-2 <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTSMD">https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTSMD</a><br />
  6595. Questions? Contact Mike Strong, <a href="mailto:stronbsart@gmail.com">stronbsart@gmail.com</a>, 301-861-6568 (c)</span></p>
  6596. <p>Paul Schimke<br />
  6597. Leave No Trace Master Educator<br />
  6598. Maryland Leave No Trace State Advocate<br />
  6599. Leopold Education Project Facilitator<br />
  6600. Tread Trainer<br />
  6601. NCAC Outdoor Ethics Committee<br />
  6602. 301 906 0069 (cell)</p>
  6603. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-courses-spring-2019/">Leave No Trace Trainer Courses – Spring, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  6611. <item>
  6612. <title>Updated Merit Badge Requirements</title>
  6613. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-requirements/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=updated-merit-badge-requirements</link>
  6614. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-requirements/#respond</comments>
  6616. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6617. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 04:38:50 +0000</pubDate>
  6618. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1151</guid>
  6619.  
  6620. <description><![CDATA[<p>The following Merit Badges have a new version due to updated requirements. Scouts that have started the previous version of these Merit Badges may continue working on that version. Scouts who are just starting on these Merit Badges must use the 2019 version. Scoutbook will likely be the first recipient of these changes and we [&#8230;]</p>
  6621. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-requirements/">Updated Merit Badge Requirements</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6622. ]]></description>
  6623. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following Merit Badges have a new version due to updated requirements. Scouts that have started the previous version of these Merit Badges may continue working on that version. Scouts who are just starting on these Merit Badges must use the 2019 version. Scoutbook will likely be the first recipient of these changes and we are sure the BSA websites, volunteer websites (e.g., <a href="http://usscouts.org/">USScouts.Org</a>, <a href="http://meritbadge.org/">MeritBadge.org</a>), and third party software will follow. The 2019 Requirements book is not in the Scout Store yet, but we will let you know when it arrives. Note three of these merit badges are Eagle required merit badges.</p>
  6624. <ul>
  6625. <li>Bird Study MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6626. <li>Archery MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6627. <li>American Business MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6628. <li>Family Life MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6629. <li>First Aid MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6630. <li>Personal Management MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6631. <li>Fly Fishing MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6632. <li>Geocaching MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6633. <li>Motorboating MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6634. <li>Railroading MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6635. <li>Rifle Shooting MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6636. <li>Soil and Water Conservation MB Requirements (2019)</li>
  6637. </ul>
  6638. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updated-merit-badge-requirements/">Updated Merit Badge Requirements</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6639. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6646. <item>
  6647. <title>Montgomery Village Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop for Girls</title>
  6648. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls</link>
  6649. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls/#respond</comments>
  6651. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6652. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:27:54 +0000</pubDate>
  6653. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1146</guid>
  6654.  
  6655. <description><![CDATA[<p>Montgomery Village Welcomes Scouts, BSA Troop for Girls Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 1920, sponsored by the BPO Elks Lodge #15 Rockville/Washington is now meeting on Wednesday evenings at 7pm at the Whetstone Community Center in Montgomery Village, MD.  Come join us, invite your friends. Girls age 11 or completed the 5th grade through age [&#8230;]</p>
  6656. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls/">Montgomery Village Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6657. ]]></description>
  6658. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Montgomery Village Welcomes Scouts, BSA Troop for Girls</p>
  6659. <div dir="auto">Newly formed Scouts BSA Troop 1920, sponsored by the BPO Elks Lodge #15 Rockville/Washington is now meeting on Wednesday evenings at 7pm at the Whetstone Community Center in Montgomery Village, MD.  Come join us, invite your friends.</div>
  6660. <div dir="auto"></div>
  6661. <div dir="auto">Girls age 11 or completed the 5th grade through age 17 may join.  Extensions for 16+ year olds Scouts to earn Eagle are available. Contact us to find out more.</div>
  6662. <div dir="auto"></div>
  6663. <div dir="auto">Alex Pranger, <a href="mailto:cc@troop1920.com">cc@troop1920.com</a></div>
  6664. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls/">Montgomery Village Welcomes Scouts BSA Troop for Girls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6665. ]]></content:encoded>
  6667. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-village-welcomes-scouts-bsa-troop-for-girls/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  6672. <item>
  6673. <title>Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</title>
  6674. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-day-camp-june-24-28</link>
  6675. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28/#respond</comments>
  6677. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6678. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:23:56 +0000</pubDate>
  6679. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1145</guid>
  6680.  
  6681. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca Day Camp online registration is now open @ Gotodaycamp.org. A packet with fillable forms and information will be emailed to you this weekend. If you are a Day Camp Coordinator and do not receive this information please email me at  senecadistrictcubscoutdaycamp@gmail.com. The dates are June 24th-28th. Summer is on its way!!</p>
  6682. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28/">Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6683. ]]></description>
  6684. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Seneca Day Camp online registration is now open @ <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/">Gotodaycamp.org</a>.</div>
  6685. <div>A packet with fillable forms and information will be emailed to you this weekend.</div>
  6686. <div>If you are a Day Camp Coordinator and do not receive this information please email me at  <a href="mailto:senecadistrictcubscoutdaycamp@gmail.com">senecadistrictcubscoutdaycamp@gmail.com</a>. The dates are June 24th-28th. Summer is on its way!!</div>
  6687. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-day-camp-june-24-28/">Seneca Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6688. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6695. <item>
  6696. <title>Volunteers needed for Tiger 500</title>
  6697. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-for-tiger-500/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=volunteers-needed-for-tiger-500</link>
  6698. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-for-tiger-500/#respond</comments>
  6700. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6701. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:14:51 +0000</pubDate>
  6702. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1144</guid>
  6703.  
  6704. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouts BSA &#8211; Come have fun with the Lion and Tiger Cubs.  Volunteers are needed to help with set up and the running of the annual Tiger 500.  March 2, 8am to 11am (if you can&#8217;t stay the whole time that&#8217;s fine) at Kingsview LDS Church in Germantown.  Please contact Jennifer Chen at jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com for [&#8230;]</p>
  6705. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-for-tiger-500/">Volunteers needed for Tiger 500</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6706. ]]></description>
  6707. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ydp4761c5fayahoo-style-wrap">Scouts BSA &#8211; Come have fun with the Lion and Tiger Cubs.  Volunteers are needed to help with set up and the running of the annual Tiger 500.  March 2, 8am to 11am (if you can&#8217;t stay the whole time that&#8217;s fine) at Kingsview LDS Church in Germantown.  Please contact Jennifer Chen at <a href="mailto:jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com">jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com</a> for more information.  Scoutmasters &#8211; please pass this on to your patrols.</div>
  6708. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-for-tiger-500/">Volunteers needed for Tiger 500</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6709. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6716. <item>
  6717. <title>NCAC Akela Chess Classic Cub Scout Tournament: February 9</title>
  6718. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-akela-chess-classic-cub-scout-tournament-february-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-akela-chess-classic-cub-scout-tournament-february-9</link>
  6719. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-akela-chess-classic-cub-scout-tournament-february-9/#respond</comments>
  6721. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6722. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:13:04 +0000</pubDate>
  6723. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1143</guid>
  6724.  
  6725. <description><![CDATA[<p>Take on the fun and challenge of playing chess!  The Akela Chess Classic is a five-round chess tournament open to all Cub Scouts from Tigers through Arrow of Light.  Tournament play is in two brackets: Tigers/Wolves and Bears/Webelos/Arrow of Light. Participants must know the rules of chess as there will be no instruction on site [&#8230;]</p>
  6726. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-akela-chess-classic-cub-scout-tournament-february-9/">NCAC Akela Chess Classic Cub Scout Tournament: February 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6727. ]]></description>
  6728. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Take on the fun and challenge of playing chess!  The Akela Chess Classic is a five-round chess tournament open to all Cub Scouts from Tigers through Arrow of Light.  Tournament play is in two brackets: Tigers/Wolves and Bears/Webelos/Arrow of Light.</p>
  6729. <p>Participants must know the rules of chess as there will be no instruction on site at the tournament.  Tournament play is touch-move, meaning if a player touches a piece he must move it.  Games are at a time limit of one hour.</p>
  6730. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-akelaChess_CUBS">Registration</a></p>
  6731. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-akela-chess-classic-cub-scout-tournament-february-9/">NCAC Akela Chess Classic Cub Scout Tournament: February 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  6739. <item>
  6740. <title>Cub Scouts Roundtable: February 14</title>
  6741. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-roundtable-february-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scouts-roundtable-february-14</link>
  6742. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-roundtable-february-14/#respond</comments>
  6744. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6745. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:03:01 +0000</pubDate>
  6746. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1142</guid>
  6747.  
  6748. <description><![CDATA[<p>February 14th, 2019 7:30pm Montgomery Village LDS Church 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886. We know it&#8217;s Valentine&#8217;s Day, and what better way to show your Love for your Children and the Scouts you work with than to be the best trained and informed leader you can possibly be. The Roundtable is here for [&#8230;]</p>
  6749. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-roundtable-february-14/">Cub Scouts Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6750. ]]></description>
  6751. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>February 14th, 2019 7:30pm</div>
  6752. <div>Montgomery Village LDS Church</div>
  6753. <div>20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</div>
  6754. <div></div>
  6755. <div>We know it&#8217;s Valentine&#8217;s Day, and what better way to show your Love for your Children and the Scouts you work with than to be the best trained and informed leader you can possibly be. The Roundtable is here for experienced leaders to share their knowledge, tips and tricks and for new leaders, or those who may become leaders soon to get help for how to put on Pack and Den programs, run fun events and activities, and get answers to questions or to help resolve challenges that you may face.</div>
  6756. <div></div>
  6757. <div>We will be focusing on the Scout Law point of “Trustworthy” and a theme: “Let the Games Begin”. We will cover interest topics of &#8220;The Webelos to Scout Transition: Preparation and Ceremonies&#8221;.</div>
  6758. <div></div>
  6759. <div>As you may be aware, the Boy Scouts of America no longer allows American Indian regalia to be used as a part of Arrow of Light or Webelos Crossover ceremonies. Both the Scouts BSA and Cub scout roundtables will work together to discuss making a meaningful and effective transition and awards ceremony for your Cub Scouts and the Scouts BSA Scouts that welcome them. We discuss how to prepare your scouts for the transition and alternative ceremonies that will be just as meaningful.</div>
  6760. <div></div>
  6761. <div>If you cannot attend, or even if you can, why not invite another member of your den or pack to join us and help get the information to help you and them.</div>
  6762. <div></div>
  6763. <div>We look forward to working with you.</div>
  6764. <div>Alex Pranger (Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner)</div>
  6765. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scouts-roundtable-february-14/">Cub Scouts Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  6773. <item>
  6774. <title>Scouts BSA Roundtable: February 14</title>
  6775. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-february-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-roundtable-february-14</link>
  6776. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-february-14/#respond</comments>
  6778. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6779. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
  6780. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1141</guid>
  6781.  
  6782. <description><![CDATA[<p>At our February meeting we will have a joint-session with the Cub Scouts to discuss the new policies regarding ceremonies and  Native American regalia.  We&#8217;ll be offering up a couple of different alternatives and we hope that units will bring their ideas forward as well.  In our break out session, we will have a presentation on [&#8230;]</p>
  6783. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-february-14/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6784. ]]></description>
  6785. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At our February meeting we will have a joint-session with the Cub Scouts to discuss the new policies regarding ceremonies and  Native American regalia.  We&#8217;ll be offering up a couple of different alternatives and we hope that units will bring their ideas forward as well.  In our break out session, we will have a presentation on Scout Book.</p>
  6786. <div>
  6787. <div dir="ltr">
  6788. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  6789. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Roundtable Commissioner)</p>
  6790. </div>
  6791. </div>
  6792. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-roundtable-february-14/">Scouts BSA Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6793. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6800. <item>
  6801. <title>Milkweed for Monarchs: February 2</title>
  6802. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-february-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=milkweed-for-monarchs-february-2</link>
  6803. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-february-2/#respond</comments>
  6805. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6806. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:22:49 +0000</pubDate>
  6807. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1138</guid>
  6808.  
  6809. <description><![CDATA[<p>Milkweed for Monarchs Kick-off Saturday, February 17th from 11 am to Noon @ The National Arboretum Milkweed for Monarchs, Inspiring Conservation in Scouts and Their Families, is presented by the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America and hosted by the United States National Arboretum. Please join us to celebrate the start of this [&#8230;]</p>
  6810. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-february-2/">Milkweed for Monarchs: February 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6811. ]]></description>
  6812. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Milkweed for Monarchs Kick-off<br />
  6813. Saturday, February 17th from 11 am to Noon<br />
  6814. @ The National Arboretum<br />
  6815. Milkweed for Monarchs, Inspiring Conservation in Scouts and Their Families, is presented by the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America and hosted by the United States National Arboretum. Please join us to celebrate the start of this new monarch butterfly conservation program and be the first to get your seeds and commemorative patches!</p>
  6816. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25390">Register Now</a></p>
  6817. <p>What is &#8220;Milkweed for Monarchs?&#8221;<br />
  6818. In February 2018, The National Capital Area Council will kick-off Milkweed for Monarchs, a massive conservation project to protect and promote sustainable habitat for the monarch butterfly. One of nature’s most recognized and beautiful butterflies, the Monarch has been in decline in recent years, seeing a 1/3 decrease in its “overwintering” count from February 2016 to February 2017. A sign of spring for many, the Monarch is also a vital food source for other animals in the local ecosystem, and consequently, their dwindling numbers could have profound effects on the food chain. Many factors are at play, including environmental considerations and a loss of habitat.</p>
  6819. <p>Scouts are looking to help arrest and reverse this trend. The caterpillars that eventually become the monarch depend upon milkweed as their food source. With Milkweed for Monarchs, Scouts will be encouraging not just the protection of existing stands of milkweed, but the planting and cultivation of more of this vital monarch food stuff. How can you help? Simple. Protect milkweed where you see it and plant more. It’s not a difficult plant to cultivate. Because milkweed is a perennial, once you plant it and establish it this spring, your plants will return the following year to help feed the next generation of monarch caterpillars.</p>
  6820. <p>Questions? Please email your queries to <a href="mailto:ncacmonarchs@ncacbsa.org">ncacmonarchs@ncacbsa.org</a>.</p>
  6821. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-february-2/">Milkweed for Monarchs: February 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6822. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6829. <item>
  6830. <title>University of Scouting: February 23</title>
  6831. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=university-of-scouting-february-23-3</link>
  6832. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-3/#respond</comments>
  6834. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6835. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:11:46 +0000</pubDate>
  6836. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1137</guid>
  6837.  
  6838. <description><![CDATA[<p>University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity offering over 200 courses for adult Scout leaders in all program areas (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouting, and District Operations). There is a Scouting Museum and a Midway with more than 50 displays. Whether you are new to Scouting or a veteran the University of [&#8230;]</p>
  6839. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-3/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6840. ]]></description>
  6841. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity offering over 200 courses for adult Scout leaders in all program areas (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouting, and District Operations). There is a Scouting Museum and a Midway with more than 50 displays. Whether you are new to Scouting or a veteran the University of Scouting has something for everyone.</div>
  6842. <div></div>
  6843. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-24188" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Now!</a></div>
  6844. <div></div>
  6845. <div><strong>Featured this year will be a new class on Family Scouting, Opportunities and Risks, ELC100, presented by Gary Schroeder, BSA National Pilots Chairman</strong>. He will offer a detailed description of the many opportunities, and some of the risks, of the new Family Scouting program along with the philosophy and background behind the initiation of Family Scouting.</div>
  6846. <div></div>
  6847. <div><strong>The College of Cub Scouting</strong> provides courses ranging from pack administration to planning for an outdoor program.</div>
  6848. <div></div>
  6849. <div><strong>The College of Scouts</strong>, BSA provides an exciting variety of troop, patrol and outdoor planning supplemental courses to help manage the challenges of a great troop experience.</div>
  6850. <div></div>
  6851. <div><strong>The College of Adventure Scouting</strong> offers courses for those wanting to learn more about Scouting’s “senior” level programs and the challenges of an active high adventure experience.</div>
  6852. <div></div>
  6853. <div><strong>The College of Elective Programs</strong> offers many “general studies courses” that cut across all the program areas. Just about everything from diversity and special needs to using technology can be found in the Elective Programs. STEM Scouts will be covered as a subprogram (ELC500 classes) within the Electives College</div>
  6854. <div></div>
  6855. <div><strong>The College of District Operations</strong> provides training to district committee members and scouters with an interest how the district works. While no degree is conferred, those who take the required three courses are awarded the BSA District Scouter Training Certificate and “Trained” patch.</div>
  6856. <div></div>
  6857. <div>Online early registration ($40) will open in early January and close midnight Sunday, February 17, 2019. After February 17, tuition increases to $60. Register early!</div>
  6858. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-3/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6859. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6866. <item>
  6867. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: February 14</title>
  6868. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-february-14</link>
  6869. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-14/#respond</comments>
  6871. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6872. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 03:58:59 +0000</pubDate>
  6873. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1136</guid>
  6874.  
  6875. <description><![CDATA[<p>This month we will have a presentation on ScoutBook. We will also be welcoming new leaders from the girl units in our district. As usual we will have our monthly To Do list for all leaders. Phil Dennis</p>
  6876. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6877. ]]></description>
  6878. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This month we will have a presentation on ScoutBook. We will also be welcoming new leaders from the girl units in our district. As usual we will have our monthly To Do list for all leaders.</p>
  6879. <p><a href="mailto:seneca.bsroundtable@ncacbsa.org">Phil Dennis</a></p>
  6880. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6881. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6887. </item>
  6888. <item>
  6889. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: February 14</title>
  6890. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-february-14</link>
  6891. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-14/#respond</comments>
  6893. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6894. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 03:57:44 +0000</pubDate>
  6895. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1135</guid>
  6896.  
  6897. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scout Roundtable February 14th, 2019 7:30pm Montgomery Village LDS Church 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.   We know it&#8217;s Valentine&#8217;s Day, and what better way to show your Love for your Children and the Scouts you work with than to be the best trained and informed leader you can possibly be.  The [&#8230;]</p>
  6898. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6899. ]]></description>
  6900. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Cub Scout Roundtable</span></p>
  6901. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">February 14th, 2019 7:30pm</span></div>
  6902. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Montgomery Village LDS Church</span></div>
  6903. <div>20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</div>
  6904. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></div>
  6905. <div>
  6906. <p class="gmail-western"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color: #000000">We know it&#8217;s Valentine&#8217;s Day, and what better way to show your Love for your Children and the Scouts you work with than to be the best trained and informed leader you can possibly be.  The Roundtable is here for experienced leaders to share their knowledge, tips and tricks and for new leaders, or those who may become leaders soon to get help for how to put on Pack and Den programs, run fun events and activities, and get answers to questions or to help resolve challenges that you may face.  </span></span></p>
  6907. <p class="gmail-western">We will be focusing on the Scout Law point of “Trustworthy” and a theme: “Let the Games Begin”.  We will cover interest topics of &#8220;The Webelos to Scout Transition: Preparation and Ceremonies&#8221;.</p>
  6908. <p class="gmail-western">As you may be aware, the Boy Scouts of America no longer allows American Indian regalia to be used as a part of Arrow of Light or Webelos Crossover ceremonies.  Join us as we discuss how to prepare your scouts for the transition and alternative ceremonies that will be just as meaningful.</p>
  6909. <p class="gmail-western">If you cannot attend, or even if you can, why not invite another member of your den or pack to join us and help get the information to help you and them.</p>
  6910. </div>
  6911. <div>We look forward to working with you.<br />
  6912. <a href="mailto:seneca.csroundtable@ncacbsa.org">Alex Pranger</a></div>
  6913. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: February 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  6921. <item>
  6922. <title>Geotargeted Facebook Ad to Promote Scouting</title>
  6923. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/geotargeted-facebook-ad-to-promote-scouting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=geotargeted-facebook-ad-to-promote-scouting</link>
  6924. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/geotargeted-facebook-ad-to-promote-scouting/#respond</comments>
  6926. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6927. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 05:22:56 +0000</pubDate>
  6928. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1133</guid>
  6929.  
  6930. <description><![CDATA[<p>National is running a geotargeted ad buy to promote Scouts BSA similar to the one they did in fall for Cub Scout JSNs. In brief: Ads would start running two weeks before the event They would be geotargeted around the meeting location Anyone in that area who meets the demographic profile would be encouraged to [&#8230;]</p>
  6931. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/geotargeted-facebook-ad-to-promote-scouting/">Geotargeted Facebook Ad to Promote Scouting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6932. ]]></description>
  6933. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>National is running a geotargeted ad buy to promote Scouts BSA similar to the one they did in fall for Cub Scout JSNs. In brief:</p>
  6934. <ul>
  6935. <li>Ads would start running two weeks before the event</li>
  6936. <li>They would be geotargeted around the meeting location</li>
  6937. <li>Anyone in that area who meets the demographic profile would be encouraged to RSVP</li>
  6938. <li>Window starts Feb. 11, ends Feb. 28</li>
  6939. </ul>
  6940. <p>In the fall JSN program, packs with geotargeted ads had a 15% better recruiting season, so we expect this Scouts BSA program to help jumpstart the program’s launch.</p>
  6941. <p>We are looking for 20 troops to participate in this program! If your troop would like to be part of it, please send me:</p>
  6942. <ul>
  6943. <li>Is your pin posted on BeAScout (If not we will activate it)</li>
  6944. <li>Troop number (requested)</li>
  6945. <li>Chartered org</li>
  6946. <li>Meeting location, including room (if known)</li>
  6947. <li>Meeting date, start time, end time</li>
  6948. <li>Troop website or Facebook page (if any)</li>
  6949. <li>Contact person</li>
  6950. <li>Contact email</li>
  6951. <li>Contact phone</li>
  6952. </ul>
  6953. <p>We need the full list of participants by Wednesday, Jan. 23, so if you would like to participate please let me know by then.</p>
  6954. <p>Thank you,<br />
  6955. Carlos</p>
  6956. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/geotargeted-facebook-ad-to-promote-scouting/">Geotargeted Facebook Ad to Promote Scouting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  6964. <item>
  6965. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp: June 24-28</title>
  6966. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-24-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-june-24-28</link>
  6967. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-24-28/#respond</comments>
  6969. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6970. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 04:55:41 +0000</pubDate>
  6971. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1132</guid>
  6972.  
  6973. <description><![CDATA[<p>SAVE THIS WEEK!! Cub Scout Day Camp dates for 2019 are June 24th-28th. The theme is &#8220;Beneath the Sea&#8221;. It will be held at Madison Fields in Dickerson. Registration (by your Day Camp Coordinator) opens online on February 1st. More information will be forthcoming soon.</p>
  6974. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-24-28/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6975. ]]></description>
  6976. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>SAVE THIS WEEK!! Cub Scout Day Camp dates for 2019 are June 24th-28th. The theme is &#8220;Beneath the Sea&#8221;. It will be held at Madison Fields in Dickerson. Registration (by your Day Camp Coordinator) opens online on February 1st. More information will be forthcoming soon.</p>
  6977. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-24-28/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 24-28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6978. ]]></content:encoded>
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  6984. </item>
  6985. <item>
  6986. <title>Recharter Turn In: January 24</title>
  6987. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-turn-in-january-24</link>
  6988. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-24/#respond</comments>
  6990. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  6991. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 04:53:45 +0000</pubDate>
  6992. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1131</guid>
  6993.  
  6994. <description><![CDATA[<p>All Remaining Recharter Not Finished Units &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN IN THIS THURSDAY 24 January 2019 7 PM  LDS Montgomery Village (out Montgomery Village Ave well past McDonalds) Montgomery LDS Church 20020 Montgomery Village Ave Montgomery Village, MD 20886 PLEASE BRING your Recharter Printout, Check, Charter Org Agreement, and JTE if not submitted. New apps [&#8230;]</p>
  6995. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-24/">Recharter Turn In: January 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  6996. ]]></description>
  6997. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All Remaining Recharter Not Finished Units &#8211;</div>
  6998. <div></div>
  6999. <div>NEXT RECHARTER TURN IN THIS THURSDAY</div>
  7000. <div></div>
  7001. <div>24 January 2019</div>
  7002. <div></div>
  7003. <div>7 PM  LDS Montgomery Village (out Montgomery Village Ave well past McDonalds)</div>
  7004. <div>Montgomery LDS Church<br />
  7005. 20020 Montgomery Village Ave<br />
  7006. Montgomery Village, MD 20886</div>
  7007. <div></div>
  7008. <div><span style="font-size: large"><b>PLEASE BRING your Recharter Printout, Check, Charter Org Agreement, and JTE if not submitted. New apps and JTEs as needed to support your roster.<br />
  7009. </b></span></div>
  7010. <div></div>
  7011. <div>See you Thursday</div>
  7012. <div></div>
  7013. <div>YIDS</div>
  7014. <div>Commish</div>
  7015. <div>Gordon Henley</div>
  7016. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-24/">Recharter Turn In: January 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7017. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7024. <item>
  7025. <title>January Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</title>
  7026. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-boy-scout-roundtable-recap/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=january-boy-scout-roundtable-recap</link>
  7027. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-boy-scout-roundtable-recap/#respond</comments>
  7029. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7030. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 04:49:57 +0000</pubDate>
  7031. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1130</guid>
  7032.  
  7033. <description><![CDATA[<p>At our January Round Table meeting, we discussed a list of things that units should be looking at for the upcoming months.  We also discussed Parent Coaching and how to get the most out of your parents.  The links below are will take you to the PowerPoint presentations. Monthly To Do List:  https://tinyurl.com/y97paorr Parent Coaching:  https://tinyurl.com/y8lzcx33 February Round [&#8230;]</p>
  7034. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-boy-scout-roundtable-recap/">January Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7035. ]]></description>
  7036. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At our January Round Table meeting, we discussed a list of things that units should be looking at for the upcoming months.  We also discussed Parent Coaching and how to get the most out of your parents.  The links below are will take you to the PowerPoint presentations.</p>
  7037. <div>Monthly To Do List:  <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y97paorr">https://tinyurl.com/y97paorr</a></div>
  7038. <div>Parent Coaching:  <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y8lzcx33">https://tinyurl.com/y8lzcx33</a></div>
  7039. <div></div>
  7040. <div>February Round Table will discuss ScoutBook and how to use it in your unit.</div>
  7041. <div></div>
  7042. <div>
  7043. <div dir="ltr">
  7044. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  7045. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  7046. </div>
  7047. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-boy-scout-roundtable-recap/">January Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7048. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7054. </item>
  7055. <item>
  7056. <title>Schedule Your Friends of Scouting Presentation</title>
  7057. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/schedule-your-friends-of-scouting-presentation/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=schedule-your-friends-of-scouting-presentation</link>
  7058. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/schedule-your-friends-of-scouting-presentation/#respond</comments>
  7060. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7061. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 04:48:24 +0000</pubDate>
  7062. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1129</guid>
  7063.  
  7064. <description><![CDATA[<p>We have a number of units that have not scheduled their 2019 Friends of Scouting presentation.  It is preferred to have Scouting presentations during a Court of Honor or a Parent meeting.  Pack presentations are preferred to be at Regular Pack Meetings or Parent meetings.  We&#8217;ve found that presentations at Blue &#38; Gold Banquets and [&#8230;]</p>
  7065. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/schedule-your-friends-of-scouting-presentation/">Schedule Your Friends of Scouting Presentation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7066. ]]></description>
  7067. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have a number of units that have not scheduled their 2019 Friends of Scouting presentation.  It is preferred to have Scouting presentations during a Court of Honor or a Parent meeting.  Pack presentations are preferred to be at Regular Pack Meetings or Parent meetings.  We&#8217;ve found that presentations at Blue &amp; Gold Banquets and Pinewood Derby&#8217;s have not been as successful as parents are (as they should be) occupied with their Cubs.</p>
  7068. <div>Please get the following information to our FoS Chairman as soon as possible.  Contact Phil Dennis at:  <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a></p>
  7069. <div></div>
  7070. <div>Unit Type &amp; Number</div>
  7071. <div>Friends of Scouting Coordinator</div>
  7072. <div>Phone number for FoS Coordinator</div>
  7073. <div>email address for FoS Coordinator</div>
  7074. <div>Date you would like presentation</div>
  7075. <div>Location of Presentation.</div>
  7076. </div>
  7077. <div></div>
  7078. <div>
  7079. <div dir="ltr">
  7080. <div dir="ltr">
  7081. <div dir="ltr">Thanks for all that you do.</p>
  7082. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</p></div>
  7083. </div>
  7084. </div>
  7085. </div>
  7086. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/schedule-your-friends-of-scouting-presentation/">Schedule Your Friends of Scouting Presentation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7087. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7093. </item>
  7094. <item>
  7095. <title>2019 Camp Card Sale Information</title>
  7096. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-camp-card-sale-information/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2019-camp-card-sale-information</link>
  7097. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-camp-card-sale-information/#respond</comments>
  7099. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7100. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2019 03:59:28 +0000</pubDate>
  7101. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1128</guid>
  7102.  
  7103. <description><![CDATA[<p>It’s right here. Camp Cards have just arrived! If you have sold before, you know how easy and beneficial the sale can be. If you have not sold before, NCAC Camp Cards are easy money and an easy to sell.  Earn your way to camp with no risk to you or your unit.  Cards are [&#8230;]</p>
  7104. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-camp-card-sale-information/">2019 Camp Card Sale Information</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7105. ]]></description>
  7106. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s right here. Camp Cards have just arrived! If you have sold before, you know how easy and beneficial the sale can be. If you have not sold before, NCAC Camp Cards are easy money and an easy to sell.  Earn your way to camp with no risk to you or your unit.  Cards are only $5 each and offers your customers hundreds of dollars in savings from businesses you shop with all year long.  There is even an app for additional savings! Just one purchase and your customer get their return on investment and the savings continue through December 2019.</p>
  7107. <p>Back by popular demand, we have two main anchor stores for our 2019 Camp Cards, Safeway and Harris Teeter. Additional vendors and discounts featured on the cards:</p>
  7108. <ul>
  7109. <li>Harris Teeter &#8211; $5 off purchase $75 or more</li>
  7110. <li>Safeway &#8211; $5 off purchase of $50 or more</li>
  7111. <li>Jiffy Lube &#8211; $8 off an oil change</li>
  7112. <li>Sport Clips &#8211; $2 off haircuts/20% off retail</li>
  7113. <li>Firehouse Subs &#8211; $2 off sub, chips &amp; drink meal</li>
  7114. <li>Six Flags America – Save $27 off admissions up to 4 guests</li>
  7115. <li>NCAC Scout Shop (includes the Northern VA Scout Shop) 10% off camping gear purchase of $50 or more</li>
  7116. <li>Dicks Sporting Goods &#8211; $10 off $50 purchase or more</li>
  7117. <li>And again, their app with countless other companies</li>
  7118. </ul>
  7119. <p>Your unit keeps half the all proceeds and no inventory to manage. Any leftover cards after the sale you will just simply return by May 15th and then you can start packing for camp!  For more details please contact Carlos Salazar at 410-608-4360 or <a href="mailto:carlos.salazar@scouting.org">carlos.salazar@scouting.org</a><u></u>. To register or to see our FAQ’s, please visit <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=18485424&amp;msgid=236005&amp;act=Z35I&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Fcampcards">www.ncacbsa.org/campcards</a>  and your cards will be available at your February District Roundtable or can be picked up at the Marriott Scout Service Center.  The summer and all its exciting events are just around the corner. <strong>This year sell Camp Cards</strong>. It’s an easy way to <strong>earn your way</strong> to your next big adventure.</p>
  7120. <p>Happy sales!</p>
  7121. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-camp-card-sale-information/">2019 Camp Card Sale Information</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7122. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7125. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7128. </item>
  7129. <item>
  7130. <title>National Youth Leadership Training: January 19-21 &#038; February 16-18</title>
  7131. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18</link>
  7132. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18/#respond</comments>
  7134. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7135. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2019 03:53:45 +0000</pubDate>
  7136. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1127</guid>
  7137.  
  7138. <description><![CDATA[<p>This is the ultimate Scout training around.  Two heavy duty weekends.  Your SPLs  and  Troop Guides and Instructors and PLs and APLs. (Hint:  They need a Bugler) https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/</p>
  7139. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18/">National Youth Leadership Training: January 19-21 &amp; February 16-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7140. ]]></description>
  7141. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is the ultimate Scout training around.  Two heavy duty weekends.  Your SPLs  and  Troop Guides and Instructors and PLs and APLs.</p>
  7142. <p>(Hint:  They need a Bugler)</p>
  7143. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/"> https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/</a></p>
  7144. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18/">National Youth Leadership Training: January 19-21 &amp; February 16-18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7145. ]]></content:encoded>
  7147. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-january-19-21-february-16-18/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7148. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7151. </item>
  7152. <item>
  7153. <title>International Scouting Day At The Mexican Embassy</title>
  7154. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-scouting-day-at-the-mexican-embassy/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=international-scouting-day-at-the-mexican-embassy</link>
  7155. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-scouting-day-at-the-mexican-embassy/#respond</comments>
  7157. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7158. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2019 03:49:48 +0000</pubDate>
  7159. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1126</guid>
  7160.  
  7161. <description><![CDATA[<p>Muy Chévere !  Scouts are invited to set foot in Mexico for half a day, learn about the nation, its culture, and its scouting program at the Mexican Cultural Institute  Whether you are getting ready for the World Jamboree, or you are just interested in Mexico, do not miss this event ! AND  it is an incredibly [&#8230;]</p>
  7162. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-scouting-day-at-the-mexican-embassy/">International Scouting Day At The Mexican Embassy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7163. ]]></description>
  7164. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Muy Chévere !  Scouts are invited to set foot in Mexico for half a day, learn about the nation, its culture, and its scouting program at the <strong><em>Mexican Cultural Institute</em></strong>  Whether you are getting ready for the World Jamboree, or you are just interested in Mexico, do not miss this event ! <strong>AND</strong>  it is an incredibly fun and interesting way to meet requirements for <strong>Citizenship in the World Merit Badge </strong>or the<strong> International Spirit Award.</strong></p>
  7165. <p><strong>What:</strong> International Scouting Day<br />
  7166. <strong>When:</strong>  February 2, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm<br />
  7167. <strong>Where:</strong> Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16th St., NW, Wash. DC</p>
  7168. <p><strong>By Who:</strong> International Committee of the National Capital Area Council and the Mexican Cultural Institute which is part of the Mexican Embassy.</p>
  7169. <p><strong>For Who:</strong>  Any Scout and Scouter escorting.<br />
  7170. <strong>How Do &amp; How Much:</strong>  $10 per participant  , sign up is limited.  Do it SOON !</p>
  7171. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-25073-59795">https://scoutingevent.com/082-25073-59795</a><u>  </u></p>
  7172. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/international-scouting-day-at-the-mexican-embassy/">International Scouting Day At The Mexican Embassy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7173. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7176. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7179. </item>
  7180. <item>
  7181. <title>John Christian&#8217;s Status</title>
  7182. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/john-christians-status/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=john-christians-status</link>
  7183. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/john-christians-status/#respond</comments>
  7185. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7186. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:28:34 +0000</pubDate>
  7187. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1123</guid>
  7188.  
  7189. <description><![CDATA[<p>After hearing about his horrible accident, I went by to visit John and his wife on Christmas Eve-Eve to drop off a pot of my wife&#8217;s chili and check in on him. John was my son Jimmy&#8217;s Tiger Cub leader, so we go back more than 25 years!! I&#8217;ve got great news to share and he gave me [&#8230;]</p>
  7190. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/john-christians-status/">John Christian&#8217;s Status</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7191. ]]></description>
  7192. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After hearing about his horrible accident, I went by to visit John and his wife on Christmas Eve-Eve to drop off a pot of my wife&#8217;s chili and check in on him. John was my son Jimmy&#8217;s Tiger Cub leader, so we go back more than 25 years!! I&#8217;ve got great news to share and he gave me his blessing to mention it to the District Scouters.</p>
  7193. <p>It was astonishing to see how well his recovery has progressed! Given the seriousness of his injuries, it is truly miraculous! Both he and Jeanne expressed thanks for all the prayers and good wishes that were expressed by so many people. His doctors are utterly amazed by his progress! After two major surgeries and &#8220;multiple procedures&#8221;, he is able to get around in a walker and has no trace of paralysis. He looks well (although he&#8217;s lost weight) and there is no visible evidence of the damage to his face, eyebrows, etc. He was able to engage in lively conversation and welcomed my company.  We chatted for a while and I took my leave. He is facing months of rehab and it&#8217;s not likely that he will be getting back in the saddle with the District any time soon.</p>
  7194. <p>Thanks, and have a Happy New Year!<br />
  7195. Jim Orban</p>
  7196. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/john-christians-status/">John Christian&#8217;s Status</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7197. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7203. </item>
  7204. <item>
  7205. <title>Recharter Turn In: January 10</title>
  7206. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-turn-in-january-10</link>
  7207. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-10/#respond</comments>
  7209. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7210. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:21:31 +0000</pubDate>
  7211. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1122</guid>
  7212.  
  7213. <description><![CDATA[<p>All &#8211; Many are done, but MANY are not. And I am not getting a lot of &#8220;stuck&#8221; questions. So&#8230;.. Please plan to attend if you are not in. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND during Roundtable on the 10th in Montgomery Village at LDS Church And please bring your JTE (Journey to Excellence) if I don&#8217;t [&#8230;]</p>
  7214. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-10/">Recharter Turn In: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7215. ]]></description>
  7216. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All &#8211;</div>
  7217. <div></div>
  7218. <div>Many are done, but MANY are not. And I am not getting a lot of &#8220;stuck&#8221; questions. So&#8230;..</div>
  7219. <div></div>
  7220. <div>Please plan to attend if you are not in. <b>PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND during Roundtable on the 10th in Montgomery Village at LDS Church<br />
  7221. </b></div>
  7222. <div></div>
  7223. <div>And please bring your JTE (Journey to Excellence) if I don&#8217;t have it yet, your printout, Charter Org Agreement and a check.</div>
  7224. <div></div>
  7225. <div>IF YOU NEED YOUR CODE, email me ASAP. I have the list by the door now at all times.</div>
  7226. <div></div>
  7227. <div>THANKS &#8211; Happy New Year</div>
  7228. <div>YIDS</div>
  7229. <div>Commish</div>
  7230. <div><a href="mailto:seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org">Gordon Henley</a></div>
  7231. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-10/">Recharter Turn In: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7232. ]]></content:encoded>
  7234. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-january-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7235. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7238. </item>
  7239. <item>
  7240. <title>New Troop Start Up Seminar: January 19</title>
  7241. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-troop-start-up-seminar-january-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=new-troop-start-up-seminar-january-19</link>
  7242. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-troop-start-up-seminar-january-19/#respond</comments>
  7244. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7245. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:15:47 +0000</pubDate>
  7246. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1120</guid>
  7247.  
  7248. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please pass the word&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;continuing education, support, and helpful exchange for the &#8220;troop phase&#8221; of Family Scouting We are hosting a morning seminar for any and all Scouters and interested parties for starting a new troop with emphasis on troops for girls. Date:              Saturday, January 19, 2019 Time:              8:30am &#8211; 9:00am check-in 9:00am &#8211; [&#8230;]</p>
  7249. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-troop-start-up-seminar-january-19/">New Troop Start Up Seminar: January 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7250. ]]></description>
  7251. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please pass the word&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;continuing education, support, and helpful exchange for the &#8220;troop phase&#8221; of Family Scouting</p>
  7252. <p><em><u>We are hosting a morning seminar for any and all Scouters and interested parties for starting a new troop with emphasis on troops for girls.</u></em></p>
  7253. <p>Date:              <strong>Saturday, January 19, 2019<br />
  7254. </strong>Time:              8:30am &#8211; 9:00am check-in<br />
  7255. 9:00am &#8211; 11:00am program  (guaranteed to end on time !)<br />
  7256. Location:        Marriott Scout Service Center, 9190 Rockville Road, Bethesda, MD<br />
  7257. Food/Drink:    Bagels/Coffee available</p>
  7258. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/01/Seminar-Flyer-Jan-19.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  7259. <p>PLEASE RSVP to:  <a href="mailto:JANEE.ELLIS@SCOUTING.ORG">JANEE.ELLIS@SCOUTING.ORG</a></p>
  7260. <p>Thank you everyone<br />
  7261. Regards,  Chris<br />
  7262. NCAC VP-Membership</p>
  7263. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-troop-start-up-seminar-january-19/">New Troop Start Up Seminar: January 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7264. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7270. </item>
  7271. <item>
  7272. <title>University of Scouting: February 23</title>
  7273. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=university-of-scouting-february-23-2</link>
  7274. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-2/#respond</comments>
  7276. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7277. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
  7278. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1119</guid>
  7279.  
  7280. <description><![CDATA[<p>University of Scouting 23 February 2019 Hayfield Secondary School 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA Online early registration ($40) is open and close midnight Sunday, February 17, 2019. After February 17, tuition increases to $60. Register early! UofS 2019 Catalog University of Scouting 2019 Flyer Five specific program areas to choose from: 1. Cub Scout College [&#8230;]</p>
  7281. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-2/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7282. ]]></description>
  7283. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>University of Scouting<br />
  7284. 23 February 2019<br />
  7285. Hayfield Secondary School<br />
  7286. 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA</p>
  7287. <p>Online early registration ($40) is open and close midnight Sunday, February 17, 2019. After February 17, tuition increases to $60. <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-24188">Register early!</a></p>
  7288. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/UoS-2019-Catalog-1-2-2019.pdf">UofS 2019 Catalog</a><br />
  7289. <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/UOS2019-1.pdf">University of Scouting 2019 Flyer</a></p>
  7290. <p>Five specific program areas to choose from:<br />
  7291. 1. Cub Scout College<br />
  7292. 2. Scouts BSA College<br />
  7293. 3. College of Adventure<br />
  7294. 4. College of Elective Programs<br />
  7295. 5. College of District Operations</p>
  7296. <p>Over 210 classes throughout the day!</p>
  7297. <p><strong>Featured this year will be a new class on Family Scouting, Opportunities and Risks, ELC100, presented by Gary Schroeder, BSA National Pilots Chairman.</strong> He will offer a detailed description of the many opportunities, and some of the risks, of the new Family Scouting program along with the philosophy and background behind the initiation of Family Scouting.</p>
  7298. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-2/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7299. ]]></content:encoded>
  7301. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7302. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7305. </item>
  7306. <item>
  7307. <title>Turn in Recharter Packets and Journey to Excellence</title>
  7308. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1118/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=1118</link>
  7309. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1118/#respond</comments>
  7311. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7312. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 04:45:06 +0000</pubDate>
  7313. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1118</guid>
  7314.  
  7315. <description><![CDATA[<p>All units Please bring JTEs and recharter packet To RT Thanks. Commish Gordon Henley</p>
  7316. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1118/">Turn in Recharter Packets and Journey to Excellence</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7317. ]]></description>
  7318. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>All units</p>
  7319. <p>Please bring JTEs and recharter packet<br />
  7320. To RT</p>
  7321. <p>Thanks.<br />
  7322. Commish<br />
  7323. Gordon Henley</p>
  7324. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1118/">Turn in Recharter Packets and Journey to Excellence</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7325. ]]></content:encoded>
  7327. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/1118/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7328. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7331. </item>
  7332. <item>
  7333. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: January 10</title>
  7334. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-january-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-january-10</link>
  7335. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-january-10/#respond</comments>
  7337. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7338. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 04:42:55 +0000</pubDate>
  7339. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1117</guid>
  7340.  
  7341. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last month we had presentations on Camp Fire Programs and Social Media and Scouting.  We also reviewed our monthly To Do List.  Links below: December To Do List:  https://bit.ly/2SUTYR3 Campfire Programs:  https://bit.ly/2UUn2tT Social Media and Scouting:  https://bit.ly/2EC47zc This month we will be talking about Scoutbook and Scoutbook Lite as well as Parent Coaching. Thanks for all that you [&#8230;]</p>
  7342. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-january-10/">Boy Scout Roundtable: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7343. ]]></description>
  7344. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Last month we had presentations on Camp Fire Programs and Social Media and Scouting.  We also reviewed our monthly To Do List.  Links below:</p>
  7345. <div>December To Do List:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2SUTYR3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/2SUTYR3</a></div>
  7346. <div>Campfire Programs:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2UUn2tT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/2UUn2tT</a></div>
  7347. <div>Social Media and Scouting:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2EC47zc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/2EC47zc</a></div>
  7348. <div>
  7349. This month we will be talking about Scoutbook and Scoutbook Lite as well as Parent Coaching.</div>
  7350. <div></div>
  7351. <div>
  7352. <div dir="ltr">
  7353. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  7354. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  7355. </div>
  7356. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-january-10/">Boy Scout Roundtable: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7357. ]]></content:encoded>
  7359. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-january-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7360. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7363. </item>
  7364. <item>
  7365. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: January 10</title>
  7366. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-january-10</link>
  7367. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-10/#respond</comments>
  7369. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7370. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 04:40:27 +0000</pubDate>
  7371. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1116</guid>
  7372.  
  7373. <description><![CDATA[<p>For the January Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Loyal” and the theme of “Scout Salute”. Our interest topic will be “Den and Pack Discipline”. For discussion/breakouts we plan to address questions about Pinewood Derby and Blue and Gold celebrations.</p>
  7374. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-10/">Cub Scout Roundtable: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7375. ]]></description>
  7376. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For the January Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Loyal” and the theme of “Scout Salute”. Our interest topic will be “Den and Pack Discipline”. For discussion/breakouts we plan to address questions about Pinewood Derby and Blue and Gold celebrations.</p>
  7377. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-10/">Cub Scout Roundtable: January 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7378. ]]></content:encoded>
  7380. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7381. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7384. </item>
  7385. <item>
  7386. <title>Order of the Arrow (OA) Election season is now open</title>
  7387. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open</link>
  7388. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open/#respond</comments>
  7390. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7391. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2019 01:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
  7392. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1110</guid>
  7393.  
  7394. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Order of the Arrow (OA) Election season is now open.  OA members would like to visit each Troop, Venturing Crew, and Sea Scout Unit to hold an election.  The attached letter explains the process to schedule an election. Bill Johnson (h) 301-977-1715</p>
  7395. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open/">Order of the Arrow (OA) Election season is now open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7396. ]]></description>
  7397. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Order of the Arrow (OA) Election season is now open.  OA members would like to visit each Troop, Venturing Crew, and Sea Scout Unit to hold an election.  The attached <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2019/01/OA-Elections-Letter-2019-Season.doc">letter</a> explains the process to schedule an election.</p>
  7398. <p>Bill Johnson<br />
  7399. (h) 301-977-1715</p>
  7400. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open/">Order of the Arrow (OA) Election season is now open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7401. ]]></content:encoded>
  7403. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/order-of-the-arrow-oa-election-season-is-now-open/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7404. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7407. </item>
  7408. <item>
  7409. <title>Yearend Thank You!</title>
  7410. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/yearend-thank-you/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=yearend-thank-you</link>
  7411. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/yearend-thank-you/#respond</comments>
  7413. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7414. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Dec 2018 02:34:46 +0000</pubDate>
  7415. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1107</guid>
  7416.  
  7417. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seasons Greetings! On behalf of the National Capital Area Council, we would like to extend a BIG “Thank you!”, for serving as a volunteer leader in the Seneca District and for providing local youth with positive role models. There is no way to demonstrate how grateful we are for the time and effort you put [&#8230;]</p>
  7418. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/yearend-thank-you/">Yearend Thank You!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7419. ]]></description>
  7420. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Seasons Greetings!</span></p>
  7421. <p><span style="font-weight: 400">On behalf of the National Capital Area Council, we would like to extend a BIG “Thank you!”, for serving as a volunteer leader in the Seneca District and for providing local youth with positive role models. There is no way to demonstrate how grateful we are for the time and effort you put into shaping the lives of young people in our community. Not only are you providing young people with invaluable mentorships, but you are also building a lifetime of friendships and experiences that remain impossible to quantify. As we close out the year and look toward 2019, so many amazing opportunities lay ahead for us all. May the warmth of your loved ones, both here and gone, embrace you during the holidays. </span></p>
  7422. <p><span style="font-weight: 400">“ Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” &#8211; Dr. Suess</span></p>
  7423. <p><span style="font-weight: 400">Keep creating those memories, with much love and respect.<br />
  7424. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Your District Key 3,<br />
  7425. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Matt Beyers</span><span style="font-weight: 400">, 2018 District Chair<br />
  7426. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Pam Pagnotta</span><span style="font-weight: 400">, 2019 District Chair<br />
  7427. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Gordon Henley</span><span style="font-weight: 400">, District Commissioner<br />
  7428. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Carlos Salazar</span><span style="font-weight: 400">, Senior District Executive</span></p>
  7429. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/yearend-thank-you/">Yearend Thank You!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7430. ]]></content:encoded>
  7432. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/yearend-thank-you/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7433. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7436. </item>
  7437. <item>
  7438. <title>Recharter Turn In: December 27</title>
  7439. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-december-27/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-turn-in-december-27</link>
  7440. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-december-27/#respond</comments>
  7442. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7443. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Dec 2018 02:32:17 +0000</pubDate>
  7444. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1106</guid>
  7445.  
  7446. <description><![CDATA[<p>ALL UNITS Next Recharter Turn In is Dec 27th, 7PM, LDS Montgomery Village MD Please try to attend if you haven&#8217;t already got your packet turned. Need all JTE forms emailed to Gordon by 12/29, even if your recharter packet is not ready. THANKS for all you do. Commish Gordon Henley</p>
  7447. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-december-27/">Recharter Turn In: December 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7448. ]]></description>
  7449. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>ALL UNITS</div>
  7450. <div></div>
  7451. <div>Next Recharter Turn In is Dec 27th, 7PM, LDS Montgomery Village MD</div>
  7452. <div></div>
  7453. <div>Please try to attend if you haven&#8217;t already got your packet turned.</div>
  7454. <div></div>
  7455. <div>Need all JTE forms emailed to Gordon by 12/29, even if your recharter packet is not ready.</div>
  7456. <div></div>
  7457. <div>THANKS for all you do.</div>
  7458. <div>Commish</div>
  7459. <div>Gordon Henley</div>
  7460. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-december-27/">Recharter Turn In: December 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7461. ]]></content:encoded>
  7463. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-december-27/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7464. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7467. </item>
  7468. <item>
  7469. <title>Scouting for Food Campaign Wrap up</title>
  7470. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup</link>
  7471. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup/#respond</comments>
  7473. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7474. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:21:13 +0000</pubDate>
  7475. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1104</guid>
  7476.  
  7477. <description><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve wrapped up our annual Scouting For Food Campaign.  Although our totals were down, we still had a successful collection, gathering over 10 tons of food just from Seneca District.  Thanks to all who participated.  Individual unit totals will be published once the final numbers come in from Council. Thanks for all that you do. [&#8230;]</p>
  7478. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup/">Scouting for Food Campaign Wrap up</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7479. ]]></description>
  7480. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve wrapped up our annual Scouting For Food Campaign.  Although our totals were down, we still had a successful collection, gathering over 10 tons of food just from Seneca District.  Thanks to all who participated.  Individual unit totals will be published once the final numbers come in from Council.</p>
  7481. <div>
  7482. <div dir="ltr">
  7483. <div>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  7484. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</div>
  7485. </div>
  7486. </div>
  7487. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup/">Scouting for Food Campaign Wrap up</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7488. ]]></content:encoded>
  7490. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-campaign-wrapup/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7491. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7494. </item>
  7495. <item>
  7496. <title>2019 Friends of Scouting Presentations</title>
  7497. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations</link>
  7498. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations/#respond</comments>
  7500. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7501. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:19:07 +0000</pubDate>
  7502. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1103</guid>
  7503.  
  7504. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s that time of year again where it&#8217;s time to schedule our Friends of Scouting presentations for 2019.  It is preferred to have Scouting presentations during a Court of Honor or a Parent meeting.  Pack presentations are preferred to be at Regular Pack Meetings or Parent meetings.  We&#8217;ve found that presentations at Blue &#38; Gold [&#8230;]</p>
  7505. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations/">2019 Friends of Scouting Presentations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7506. ]]></description>
  7507. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s that time of year again where it&#8217;s time to schedule our Friends of Scouting presentations for 2019.  It is preferred to have Scouting presentations during a Court of Honor or a Parent meeting.  Pack presentations are preferred to be at Regular Pack Meetings or Parent meetings.  We&#8217;ve found that presentations at Blue &amp; Gold Banquets have not been as successful as parents are (as they should be) occupied with their Cubs.</p>
  7508. <div>Please get the following information to our FoS Chairman as soon as possible.  (<a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>)</p>
  7509. <div></div>
  7510. <div>Unit Type &amp; Number</div>
  7511. <div>Friends of Scouting Coordinator</div>
  7512. <div>Phone number for FoS Coordinator</div>
  7513. <div>email address for FoS Coordinator</div>
  7514. <div>Date you would like presentation</div>
  7515. <div>Location of Presentation.</div>
  7516. </div>
  7517. <div></div>
  7518. <div>
  7519. <div dir="ltr">
  7520. <div dir="ltr">
  7521. <div dir="ltr">Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  7522. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</div>
  7523. <div dir="ltr">(<a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>)</div>
  7524. </div>
  7525. </div>
  7526. </div>
  7527. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations/">2019 Friends of Scouting Presentations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7528. ]]></content:encoded>
  7530. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2019-friends-of-scouting-presentations/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7531. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7534. </item>
  7535. <item>
  7536. <title>Important News from National BSA &#8211; Training Changes</title>
  7537. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/important-news-from-national-bsa-training-changes/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=important-news-from-national-bsa-training-changes</link>
  7538. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/important-news-from-national-bsa-training-changes/#respond</comments>
  7540. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7541. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2018 04:07:25 +0000</pubDate>
  7542. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1102</guid>
  7543.  
  7544. <description><![CDATA[<p>While we sharing National’s direction, we are sharing our specific guidance to help. WARNING: If you have taken some, but not all position-specific training for Cub Scout leaders, Committee chair &#38; members, and Boy Scout leaders, the partially completed courses will be removed at the end of 2018. So &#8211; our recommendation: &#8211; If you [&#8230;]</p>
  7545. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/important-news-from-national-bsa-training-changes/">Important News from National BSA &#8211; Training Changes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7546. ]]></description>
  7547. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While we sharing National’s direction, we are sharing our specific guidance to help.</p>
  7548. <p>WARNING: If you have taken some, but not all position-specific training for Cub Scout leaders, Committee chair &amp; members, and Boy Scout leaders, the partially completed courses will be removed at the end of 2018.</p>
  7549. <p>So &#8211; our recommendation:<br />
  7550. &#8211; If you started, but didn’t complete your position-specific training &#8211; get it done by December 31, 2018.<br />
  7551. &#8211; If you haven’t started, but can complete all by December 31; go ahead. (We highly recommend this)<br />
  7552. &#8211; If you haven’t started, but know that you can’t complete by December 31; wait until January 2, 2019 to start the training.</p>
  7553. <p>If any questions, please contact:<br />
  7554. <a href="mailto:mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net">Mary Lou Gundersen</a>, 301-869-5625<br />
  7555. Seneca Training Chair</p>
  7556. <p><strong>Here is what National put out:</strong></p>
  7557. <p>Why your partially completed position-specific training won\x92&#8217;t carry over into 2019</p>
  7558. <p>When the clock strikes midnight on New Year\x92s Eve, it won\x92&#8217;t just mean the end of 2018.</p>
  7559. <p>It&#8217;\x92ll also mean the end of any partial progress made toward position-specific training for Cub Scout leaders and Boy Scout leaders. (These courses, and many more, are found at the BSA Learn Center on <a href="http://My.Scouting.org">My.Scouting.org</a>.)</p>
  7560. <p>The courses are being updated, and the new versions will launch on Jan. 2, 2019. The new courses will feature closed captioning, updated content and a mobile-friendly format. Also cool: They\x92&#8217;ll take less time to complete compared to the previous learning plan.</p>
  7561. <p>Any partial progress you\x92&#8217;ve made toward your current training plan won\x92&#8217;t carry over to the new one. That means you\x92&#8217;ll want to complete any in-progress training by year\x92 end.</p>
  7562. <p>If you\x92&#8217;ve already finished your training, you\x92&#8217;re good to go. Sit back and relax. If you haven\x92&#8217;t started, I\x92&#8217;d recommend waiting until the new courses become available on Jan. 2.</p>
  7563. <p>For those who have started but not finished these courses, here\x92&#8217;s what else you need to know:</p>
  7564. <p><em><strong>Who is affected?</strong></em></p>
  7565. <p>If you already started but didn\x92&#8217;t yet finish your work on position-specific training (Cubmaster, den leader, committee chair, Scoutmaster, assistant Scoutmaster), you\x92&#8217;re in the affected group.</p>
  7566. <p>You\x92&#8217;ll want to finish that training by midnight on Dec. 31, 2018. Any partially completed progress won\x92&#8217;t carry over to the new plan.</p>
  7567. <p><em><strong>Why won\x92&#8217;t current progress count in the new learning plan?</strong></em></p>
  7568. <p>It\x92&#8217;s not an apples-to-apples conversion. The learning plans are totally new and include content that reflects the BSA\x92s move to welcome the whole family.</p>
  7569. <p><em><strong>If there\x92&#8217;s new training coming out that replaces the old training, why should I rush to complete existing training?</strong></em></p>
  7570. <p>This is a personal decision. If you have progressed through much of the current learning plan, you may choose to complete what you\x92&#8217;ve started so you don\x92&#8217;t have to invest extra time.</p>
  7571. <p>Alternatively, you may choose to let that partial progress expire and wait to take the new training when it debuts next month.</p>
  7572. <p><em><strong>It sounds like the new training completely replaces the old, so will my existing training be valid if I complete it now, and if so, how long will it remain valid?</strong></em></p>
  7573. <p>Once position-trained, you are always trained for that position. If you complete the plan now, you do not have to complete the new plan.</p>
  7574. <p><em><strong>Note</strong></em>: If you change Scouting jobs, you will need to complete the training for your new position.</p>
  7575. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/important-news-from-national-bsa-training-changes/">Important News from National BSA &#8211; Training Changes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7576. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7579. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  7583. <item>
  7584. <title>Tiger 500: March 2</title>
  7585. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/tiger-500-march-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=tiger-500-march-2</link>
  7586. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/tiger-500-march-2/#respond</comments>
  7588. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7589. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2018 03:54:30 +0000</pubDate>
  7590. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1101</guid>
  7591.  
  7592. <description><![CDATA[<p>Mark your calendars for the Tiger 500 on March 2 at 10am at Kingsview LDS Church. Registration begins January 5. Questions? Contact Jen Chen at jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com</p>
  7593. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/tiger-500-march-2/">Tiger 500: March 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7594. ]]></description>
  7595. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mark your calendars for the Tiger 500 on March 2 at 10am at Kingsview LDS Church. Registration begins January 5. Questions? Contact Jen Chen at <a href="mailto:jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com">jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com</a></p>
  7596. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/tiger-500-march-2/">Tiger 500: March 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7597. ]]></content:encoded>
  7599. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/tiger-500-march-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  7603. </item>
  7604. <item>
  7605. <title>Potomac District Klondike Derby: January 25-27, 2019</title>
  7606. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019</link>
  7607. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019/#respond</comments>
  7609. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7610. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 02:13:55 +0000</pubDate>
  7611. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1099</guid>
  7612.  
  7613. <description><![CDATA[<p>The 2019 Potomac District Klondike Derby and Webelos Invitational registrations will be live December 1, 2018. The Derby dates are January 25-27, 2019 and the Webelos Invitational is Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 1-4 pm. Questions: KlondikeDerby@gmail.com Thanks. Rachel Krishnan Director, Klondike Derby-Potomac District</p>
  7614. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019/">Potomac District Klondike Derby: January 25-27, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7615. ]]></description>
  7616. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2019 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-24150">Potomac District Klondike Derby</a> and <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-24219">Webelos Invitational</a> registrations will be live December 1, 2018.</p>
  7617. <p>The Derby dates are January 25-27, 2019 and the Webelos Invitational is Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 1-4 pm.</p>
  7618. <p>Questions: <a href="mailto:KlondikeDerby@gmail.com">KlondikeDerby@gmail.com</a></p>
  7619. <p>Thanks.<br />
  7620. Rachel Krishnan<br />
  7621. Director, Klondike Derby-Potomac District</p>
  7622. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019/">Potomac District Klondike Derby: January 25-27, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7623. ]]></content:encoded>
  7625. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/potomac-district-klondike-derby-january-25-27-2019/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  7629. </item>
  7630. <item>
  7631. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: December 13</title>
  7632. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-december-13</link>
  7633. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-13/#respond</comments>
  7635. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7636. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 02:07:32 +0000</pubDate>
  7637. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1098</guid>
  7638.  
  7639. <description><![CDATA[<p>To encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, religious groups have developed the religious emblems programs. The December Cub Scout Roundtable will focus on how you can make these emblems a part of your pack program and to help you cover the topic of Faith, Reverence and the Duty to God in Cub Scout [&#8230;]</p>
  7640. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7641. ]]></description>
  7642. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, religious groups have developed the religious emblems programs. The December Cub Scout Roundtable will focus on how you can make these emblems a part of your pack program and to help you cover the topic of Faith, Reverence and the Duty to God in Cub Scout Dens and Packs, even for a wildly diverse population.</p>
  7643. <p>Please join us as we cover the theme of &#8220;Winter Wonderland&#8221; and the Scout Law of point of Reverent.</p>
  7644. <p>The Cub Scout Roundtable is here to help you. We welcome new leaders and parents with questions and seasoned leaders with experience. Facilitated by the Roundtable staff, we all work together to put on the best program we can for our Scouts. Come join us, and bring your fellow leaders and interested parents with you. Let us show you how an hour at the Roundtable can save you hours of effort reinventing the wheel while planing your pack and den meetings.</p>
  7645. <p>Light refreshments are served.<br />
  7646. 7:30pm-8:30pm, Thursday December 13, Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</p>
  7647. <p>Alex Pranger<br />
  7648. CS Roundtable Commissioner</p>
  7649. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7650. ]]></content:encoded>
  7652. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7653. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7656. </item>
  7657. <item>
  7658. <title>Next Recharter Turn In: December 13</title>
  7659. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/next-recharter-turn-in-december-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=next-recharter-turn-in-december-13</link>
  7660. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/next-recharter-turn-in-december-13/#respond</comments>
  7662. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7663. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 02:05:03 +0000</pubDate>
  7664. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1097</guid>
  7665.  
  7666. <description><![CDATA[<p>ATTN ALL UNITS &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN IN Next recharter turn in will be Thursday Dec 13th at LDS in Montgomery Village, 7PM Please be sure you bring your roster printout, apps and YPTs as needed, Charter Org Agreement (available online use google) and a check See you there &#8211; need units who are close [&#8230;]</p>
  7667. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/next-recharter-turn-in-december-13/">Next Recharter Turn In: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7668. ]]></description>
  7669. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ATTN ALL UNITS &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN IN</p>
  7670. <p>Next recharter turn in will be Thursday Dec 13th at LDS in Montgomery Village, 7PM</p>
  7671. <p>Please be sure you bring your roster printout, apps and YPTs as needed, <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/membership/pdf/524-182_web.pdf">Charter Org Agreement</a> (available online use google) and a check</p>
  7672. <p>See you there &#8211; need units who are close to finishing to show up and get handed in</p>
  7673. <p>Commish<br />
  7674. Gordon Henley</p>
  7675. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/next-recharter-turn-in-december-13/">Next Recharter Turn In: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7676. ]]></content:encoded>
  7678. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/next-recharter-turn-in-december-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7679. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7682. </item>
  7683. <item>
  7684. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: December 13</title>
  7685. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-december-13</link>
  7686. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-13/#respond</comments>
  7688. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7689. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 02:02:04 +0000</pubDate>
  7690. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1096</guid>
  7691.  
  7692. <description><![CDATA[<p>Tired of the same old skits and songs at your troop campfires? Join us this month for a discussion on campfire themes, programs, skits and songs. Please bring YOUR fresh ideas to share with others. We will also have an update on Family Scouting as it pertains to Scouting BSA. Don&#8217;t forget Rechartering and Journey [&#8230;]</p>
  7693. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-13/">Boy Scout Roundtable: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7694. ]]></description>
  7695. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tired of the same old skits and songs at your troop campfires? Join us this month for a discussion on campfire themes, programs, skits and songs. Please bring YOUR fresh ideas to share with others. We will also have an update on Family Scouting as it pertains to Scouting BSA.</p>
  7696. <div dir="auto">
  7697. <div dir="auto">
  7698. <div dir="auto">Don&#8217;t forget Rechartering and Journey to Excellence are due too.</div>
  7699. <div dir="auto"></div>
  7700. <div dir="auto">Thanks for all you do.</div>
  7701. <div dir="auto">Phil Dennis</div>
  7702. <div dir="auto">Seneca District Round Table Commissioner</div>
  7703. </div>
  7704. </div>
  7705. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-13/">Boy Scout Roundtable: December 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7706. ]]></content:encoded>
  7708. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7709. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  7713. <item>
  7714. <title>Scouting for Food Recap</title>
  7715. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-recap-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-recap-2</link>
  7716. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-recap-2/#respond</comments>
  7718. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7719. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2018 02:54:19 +0000</pubDate>
  7720. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1095</guid>
  7721.  
  7722. <description><![CDATA[<p>We had a successful Scouting For Food Drive this year.  We are still waiting final totals from a couple of food banks.  Although our totals seem a little low this year, everyone&#8217;s help allows us to feed hungry families. Now it is time to start reporting our results to our Council.  Here are the total [&#8230;]</p>
  7723. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-recap-2/">Scouting for Food Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7724. ]]></description>
  7725. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We had a successful Scouting For Food Drive this year.  We are still waiting final totals from a couple of food banks.  Although our totals seem a little low this year, everyone&#8217;s help allows us to feed hungry families.</p>
  7726. <div>Now it is time to start reporting our results to our Council.  Here are the total number of bags we have reported so far:</div>
  7727. <div></div>
  7728. <div>
  7729. <div>P436   60 bags</div>
  7730. <div>T291   345 bags</div>
  7731. <div>P468   55 bags</div>
  7732. <div>T1760  17 bags</div>
  7733. <div>P64      48 bags</div>
  7734. <div>P1761  326 bags</div>
  7735. <div>P291   15 bags</div>
  7736. <div>P221   87 bags</div>
  7737. <div>P436  142 bags</div>
  7738. <div>GS T1680  6 bags</div>
  7739. </div>
  7740. <div></div>
  7741. <div>Each bag weighs about 7 pounds this year.</div>
  7742. <div></div>
  7743. <div>You can self-report your collections at:  <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/sff">www.ncacbsa.org/sff</a> and click on the &#8220;Report SFF Collection&#8221; button in the middle of the page.  Alternatively, you can send me an email <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a> and I will report the total for you.</div>
  7744. <div></div>
  7745. <div>MOST IMPORTANTLY:  If you DID NOT drop food at Quince Orchard or Germantown collection locations, PLEASE EMAIL ME YOUR TOTAL!</div>
  7746. <div></div>
  7747. <div>Please let me know if you have any questions.</div>
  7748. <div>
  7749. <div dir="ltr">
  7750. <div>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  7751. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</div>
  7752. </div>
  7753. </div>
  7754. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-recap-2/">Scouting for Food Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7755. ]]></content:encoded>
  7757. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-recap-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7758. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7761. </item>
  7762. <item>
  7763. <title>Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</title>
  7764. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now-2</link>
  7765. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now-2/#respond</comments>
  7767. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7768. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:08:26 +0000</pubDate>
  7769. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1093</guid>
  7770.  
  7771. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please join the District Committee for our Annual Business Meeting on Dec. 19, 2018 at 6pm at the Germantown Kingsview LDS Church. We will be having dinner followed by elections of the District Committee and welcome all who wish to participate. All Chartered Organization Representatives are voting members of the Committee and are encouraged to [&#8230;]</p>
  7772. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now-2/">Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7773. ]]></description>
  7774. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please join the District Committee for our Annual Business Meeting on Dec. 19, 2018 at 6pm at the Germantown Kingsview LDS Church. We will be having dinner followed by elections of the District Committee and welcome all who wish to participate. All Chartered Organization Representatives are voting members of the Committee and are encouraged to attend.</p>
  7775. <p><b>Kingsview LDS Church<br />
  7776. </b>18900 Kingsview Rd<br />
  7777. Germantown, Maryland 20874<b><br />
  7778. </b></p>
  7779. <p>Time: 6:30pm Reception</p>
  7780. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16897">HERE</a>. Cost is $15 and will be a great dinner catered by Gordon Henley and Wegman’s.</p>
  7781. <p>Hope to see you there!</p>
  7782. <p>Yours In District Scouting,</p>
  7783. <p>Matt<br />
  7784. Matthew Beyers<br />
  7785. Chair, Seneca District</p>
  7786. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now-2/">Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7787. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7794. <item>
  7795. <title>Eagle Project Opportunity in Boyds</title>
  7796. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds</link>
  7797. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds/#respond</comments>
  7799. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7800. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:42:41 +0000</pubDate>
  7801. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1088</guid>
  7802.  
  7803. <description><![CDATA[<p>Ms. Susan Mitchell  is a volunteer with a therapeutic horseback riding program at a non-profit organization in Boyds called Great and Small (http://greatandsmallride.org) that provides equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT) to children and adults of all ages affected by a range of physical, developmental, emotional, and learning disabilities.  Like many non-profits they’re short of funding and [&#8230;]</p>
  7804. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds/">Eagle Project Opportunity in Boyds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7805. ]]></description>
  7806. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">Ms. <a class="" href="mailto:smitchell16@verizon.net">Susan Mitchell</a>  is a volunteer with a therapeutic horseback riding program at a non-profit organization in Boyds called Great and Small (<a class="" href="http://greatandsmallride.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://greatandsmallride.org</a>) that provides equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT) to children and adults of all ages affected by a range of physical, developmental, emotional, and learning disabilities.  Like many non-profits they’re short of funding and have at least one need in one pasture at Great and Small that doesn’t have any shelter for the horses when they’re turned out.  Ms. Mitchell can answer some questions for you about the organization and its needs, and she can introduce you and/or scouts to the people you’d need to discuss details. Anyone with an interest should contact her directly.</div>
  7807. <div class=""></div>
  7808. <div class="">YIS,</div>
  7809. <div class="">Matt</div>
  7810. <div class=""><br class="" /></p>
  7811. <div class="">
  7812. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  7813. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  7814. <p><span class="">National Capital Area Council</span><br class="" /><span class=""><a class="" href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a></span></div>
  7815. </div>
  7816. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds/">Eagle Project Opportunity in Boyds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7817. ]]></content:encoded>
  7819. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-project-opportunity-in-boyds/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7820. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7823. </item>
  7824. <item>
  7825. <title>Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</title>
  7826. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now</link>
  7827. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now/#respond</comments>
  7829. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7830. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:34:04 +0000</pubDate>
  7831. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1087</guid>
  7832.  
  7833. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please join the District Committee for our Annual Business Meeting on Dec. 19, 2018 at 6pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church. We will be having dinner followed by elections of the District Committee and welcome all who wish to participate. All Chartered Organization Representatives are voting members of the Committee and are encouraged to [&#8230;]</p>
  7834. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now/">Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7835. ]]></description>
  7836. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please join the District Committee for our Annual Business Meeting on Dec. 19, 2018 at 6pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church. We will be having dinner followed by elections of the District Committee and welcome all who wish to participate. All Chartered Organization Representatives are voting members of the Committee and are encouraged to attend.</p>
  7837. <p>Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16897">HERE</a>.</p>
  7838. <p>Cost is $15 and will be a great dinner catered by Gordon Henley and Wegman’s.</p>
  7839. <p>Hope to see you there!</p>
  7840. <p>Yours In District Scouting,</p>
  7841. <p>Matt<br />
  7842. Matthew Beyers<br />
  7843. Chair, Seneca District</p>
  7844. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now/">Annual District Business Meeting &#8211; Book your seat now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7845. ]]></content:encoded>
  7847. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-district-business-meeting-book-your-seat-now/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7848. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7851. </item>
  7852. <item>
  7853. <title>Be Prepared For Scouts BSA</title>
  7854. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa</link>
  7855. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa/#respond</comments>
  7857. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7858. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:28:38 +0000</pubDate>
  7859. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1086</guid>
  7860.  
  7861. <description><![CDATA[<p>National has released this infographic with some handy tips on how to talk about our program without causing confusion with other youth serving programs. Please review, share with your volunteers.</p>
  7862. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa/">Be Prepared For Scouts BSA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7863. ]]></description>
  7864. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>National has released this <a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/bc3_production_blobs/a041ffc4-e3b8-11e8-b965-ecf4bbd72afa?GoogleAccessId=bc3-production-storage%40bc3-production.iam.gserviceaccount.com&amp;Expires=1542252276&amp;Signature=BaUf3wbNu6zn9vIlweSGNIJ%2FLHKjZBQDsyl7Fx%2BwITcYXEzHYCyJuzd41Le4acr5CoqR7OZ%2BTMUv3tYb6PIT%2FemZHGnJNCdJNeHy4bDzJXUnyPlRL1KGULACE%2FMvo1ShCETQbUPL29tB%2Fyr63y6C%2FsMNMPypMzjM8DCQhW45T2RdYJXa3gtptWn%2BiH8zn3xLdvrqptr9Eoyzh3BFaz8h%2FkiQaSDVS7YpNEKnCVS4n31FPYrE1DKCt5yqDt6LvFwWo9P7ZPld6%2BhOVBnT4rmntNXHqHzcAOgLun%2FGJf81I82pBPvl6BbwFAWkXoxupWIz6YKHfAHD8QOFsT%2BqTekyzw%3D%3D&amp;response-content-type=application%2Fpdf&amp;response-content-disposition=inline%3B+filename%3D%22Scouts+BSA+Branding+Dos+and+Don%2527ts.pdf%22%3B+filename%2A%3DUTF-8%27%27Scouts%2520BSA%2520Branding%2520Dos%2520and%2520Don%2527ts.pdf">infographic</a> with some handy tips on how to talk about our program without causing confusion with other youth serving programs. Please review, share with your volunteers.</div>
  7865. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa/">Be Prepared For Scouts BSA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7866. ]]></content:encoded>
  7868. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-scouts-bsa/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7869. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7872. </item>
  7873. <item>
  7874. <title>University of Scouting: February 23</title>
  7875. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=university-of-scouting-february-23</link>
  7876. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23/#respond</comments>
  7878. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7879. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:19:52 +0000</pubDate>
  7880. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1084</guid>
  7881.  
  7882. <description><![CDATA[<p>Online registration will open in January and there is a program tailored to Cub Scouts! Online registration opens in January and there are programs tailored to Boy Scouts and Adventure! Flyer Registration</p>
  7883. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7884. ]]></description>
  7885. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Online registration will open in January and there is a program tailored to Cub Scouts!</p>
  7886. <p>Online registration opens in January and there are programs tailored to Boy Scouts and Adventure!</p>
  7887. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/11/University20of20Scouting20201920Flyer-1.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  7888. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/university-of-scouting/">Registration</a></p>
  7889. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23/">University of Scouting: February 23</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7890. ]]></content:encoded>
  7892. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/university-of-scouting-february-23/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7893. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7896. </item>
  7897. <item>
  7898. <title>Webelos Midway: November 8</title>
  7899. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-midway-november-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=webelos-midway-november-8</link>
  7900. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-midway-november-8/#respond</comments>
  7902. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7903. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2018 04:41:48 +0000</pubDate>
  7904. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1083</guid>
  7905.  
  7906. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, November 8, 2018 Location: LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave. , Montgomery Village MD 20886 Time: 6:00-7:00pm Webelos Last year’s Webelos Midway was very successful.  We had over 100 Webelos at the Midway. This year&#8217;s theme will give your Webelos Dens a chance to meet with our Troops and get a taste of what [&#8230;]</p>
  7907. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-midway-november-8/">Webelos Midway: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7908. ]]></description>
  7909. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, November 8, 2018</p>
  7910. <p><strong>Location</strong>: LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave. , Montgomery Village MD 20886<br />
  7911. <strong>Time</strong>: 6:00-7:00pm<br />
  7912. <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003.png"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1015" src="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-240x300.png" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-240x300.png 240w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-768x959.png 768w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003.png 776w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /></a></p>
  7913. <p><strong>Webelos<br />
  7914. </strong>Last year’s Webelos Midway was very successful.  We had over 100 Webelos at the Midway. This year&#8217;s theme will give your Webelos Dens a chance to meet with our Troops and get a taste of what they will be doing after crossing over into the Scouting BSA (Boy Scouts) program.</p>
  7915. <p>Please arrive at 6:30pm to enjoy the fun.</p>
  7916. <p><strong>Troops<br />
  7917. </strong>This is your opportunity to sell your unit, and show the Webelos what they will experience as a Scout.</p>
  7918. <p>Please arrive at 6pm to set up.</p>
  7919. <p>Contact Howard at <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a> Please put “Scouts” in the subject line. My phone number is 301.580.7190.</p>
  7920. <p>Contact Daniel at <a href="mailto:danieldelacy@outlook.com">danieldelacy@outlook.com</a>. His phone number is 202.304.4566</p>
  7921. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-midway-november-8/">Webelos Midway: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7922. ]]></content:encoded>
  7924. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-midway-november-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  7925. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  7928. </item>
  7929. <item>
  7930. <title>Scouting for Food &#8211; Bag Collection: November 10</title>
  7931. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-bag-collection-november-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-bag-collection-november-10</link>
  7932. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-bag-collection-november-10/#respond</comments>
  7934. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7935. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2018 04:25:09 +0000</pubDate>
  7936. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1081</guid>
  7937.  
  7938. <description><![CDATA[<p>Hopefully everyone has distributed their &#8220;Post-It-Notes&#8221; announcing this years Scouting For Food Campaign.  If you can, a reminder on your neighborhood web page or Facebook Group will go a long way towards helping us get to our 30,000 pound goal for this year. Scouting For Food pick up is Saturday, November 10, 2017.  Please pick up bags AFTER [&#8230;]</p>
  7939. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-bag-collection-november-10/">Scouting for Food &#8211; Bag Collection: November 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7940. ]]></description>
  7941. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hopefully everyone has distributed their &#8220;Post-It-Notes&#8221; announcing this years Scouting For Food Campaign.  If you can, a reminder on your neighborhood web page or Facebook Group will go a long way towards helping us get to our 30,000 pound goal for this year.</p>
  7942. <div>
  7943. <div>
  7944. <p><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">Scouting</span> <span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">For</span> <span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">Food</span> pick up is Saturday, November 10, 2017.  Please pick up bags AFTER 9 AM that day.  All of our advertising and bags state the 9 AM pick up time and we&#8217;ve missed <span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">food</span> pick ups in the past when units start early.</p>
  7945. <p>Pickup locations are the same as in prior years:</p>
  7946. </div>
  7947. <div>Quince Orchard High School<br />
  7948. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">15800 Quince Orchard Rd,</a><br />
  7949. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gaithersburg, MD 20878</a><br />
  7950. Drop-Off Times: 9 am &#8211; 1 pm</div>
  7951. <div><sub>.</sub></div>
  7952. </div>
  7953. <div></div>
  7954. <div>
  7955. <div>
  7956. <p>Germantown Safeway<br />
  7957. <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/DZkTgidnoQw">19718 Germantown Rd.</a><br />
  7958. Germantown MD 20874<br />
  7959. (Rt. 118 &amp; Middlebrook, Germantown)</p>
  7960. <div>
  7961. <div>
  7962. <div>
  7963. <div>Drop-Off Times: <span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ">9 am &#8211; 1 pm</span></span></span></span></div>
  7964. </div>
  7965. </div>
  7966. </div>
  7967. <div><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ">Once you&#8217;ve delivered your food to the  pick up points, please go to the website below to record your totals.  Best estimate is 6 pounds per bag of food.  Just make the best estimate that you can.  </span></span></span></span></div>
  7968. <div><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ"><a id="gmail-m_-1389446278706874250LPlnk344850" class="gmail-m_-1389446278706874250OWAAutoLink" href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/sff2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.ncacbsa.org/sff2018</a><br />
  7969. </span></span></span></span></div>
  7970. <div><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-3814353431812590262gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ">If you can, please drop me an email with your total as well.  </span></span></span></span></div>
  7971. <div>
  7972. <div dir="ltr">
  7973. <div>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  7974. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</div>
  7975. </div>
  7976. </div>
  7977. </div>
  7978. </div>
  7979. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-bag-collection-november-10/">Scouting for Food &#8211; Bag Collection: November 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7980. ]]></content:encoded>
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  7986. </item>
  7987. <item>
  7988. <title>NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting Merit Badge Fair and Religious Emblems Workshop: January 6</title>
  7989. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-on-scouting-merit-badge-fair-and-religious-emblems-workshop/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-jewish-committee-on-scouting-merit-badge-fair-and-religious-emblems-workshop</link>
  7990. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-on-scouting-merit-badge-fair-and-religious-emblems-workshop/#respond</comments>
  7992. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  7993. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 02:19:13 +0000</pubDate>
  7994. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1078</guid>
  7995.  
  7996. <description><![CDATA[<p>Find attached the flyers and registration forms for the NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting  Merit Badge Fair and Religious Emblems Workshop, Sunday, 6 January 2019, at the Berman Hebrew Academy in Rockville, MD.   Details on the flyer.   The Merit Badge Fair is open to scouts of ALL FAITHS. The Jewish Committee sponsors these events [&#8230;]</p>
  7997. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-on-scouting-merit-badge-fair-and-religious-emblems-workshop/">NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting Merit Badge Fair and Religious Emblems Workshop: January 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  7998. ]]></description>
  7999. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><span style="font-size: large">Find attached the flyers and registration forms for the <i><u>NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting</u></i>  <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/10/2019-JCoS-Merit-Badge-Fair-Flyer-6-Jan-2019.doc">Merit Badge Fair</a> and <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/10/2019-JCoS-Religious-Emblems-Flyer-6-Jan-2019.pdf">Religious Emblems Workshop</a>, Sunday, 6 January 2019, at the Berman Hebrew Academy in Rockville, MD.  </span></div>
  8000. <div></div>
  8001. <div><span style="font-size: large">Details on the flyer.</span></div>
  8002. <div><span style="font-size: large"> </span></div>
  8003. <div><span style="font-size: large">The Merit Badge Fair is open to scouts of <i><u>ALL FAITHS</u></i>. The Jewish Committee sponsors these events on a <i><u>Sunday</u></i> to enable observant Jewish Scouts to participate.</span></div>
  8004. <div><span style="font-size: large"> </span></div>
  8005. <div><span style="font-size: large">The Jewish Committee sincerely appreciates your help and support. Please let me know if you have any questions, and please spread this information to your units and their scouts.</span></div>
  8006. <div><span style="font-size: large"> </span></div>
  8007. <div><span style="font-size: large">Yours in Scouting,</span></div>
  8008. <div><span style="font-size: large">Philip Sternberg</span></div>
  8009. <div><span style="font-size: large">Program Coordinator</span></div>
  8010. <div><span style="font-size: large">NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting</span></div>
  8011. <div><span style="font-size: large">703-960-0205 (cell)</span></div>
  8012. <div>Updated with new links &#8211; 12/24/2018</div>
  8013. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-on-scouting-merit-badge-fair-and-religious-emblems-workshop/">NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting Merit Badge Fair and Religious Emblems Workshop: January 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8017. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8020. </item>
  8021. <item>
  8022. <title>Recap of Live Broadcast on Good Morning Washington</title>
  8023. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recap-of-live-broadcast-on-good-morning-washington/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recap-of-live-broadcast-on-good-morning-washington</link>
  8024. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recap-of-live-broadcast-on-good-morning-washington/#respond</comments>
  8026. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8027. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 02:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
  8028. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1077</guid>
  8029.  
  8030. <description><![CDATA[<p>In case you missed the live broadcast, here is a link to our Scouts on Good Morning Washington earlier today: https://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/boy-scouts-of-america-pack-873s-first-all-girl-den We had nearly 20 Scouts ranging in age from Lion to Scouts BSA at Sportrock in Alexandria. Scouts were climbing walls, decorating pumpkins, and conducting chemistry experiments. This is the combined clip; the original [&#8230;]</p>
  8031. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recap-of-live-broadcast-on-good-morning-washington/">Recap of Live Broadcast on Good Morning Washington</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8032. ]]></description>
  8033. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="formatted_content">
  8034. <div>In case you missed the live broadcast, here is a link to our Scouts on Good Morning Washington earlier today: <a href="https://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/boy-scouts-of-america-pack-873s-first-all-girl-den" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/boy-scouts-of-america-pack-873s-first-all-girl-den</a></div>
  8035. <div></div>
  8036. <div>We had nearly 20 Scouts ranging in age from Lion to Scouts BSA at Sportrock in Alexandria. Scouts were climbing walls, decorating pumpkins, and conducting chemistry experiments.</div>
  8037. <div></div>
  8038. <div>This is the combined clip; the original ran in segments throughout the broadcast. It showcases much of what is new and exciting about BSA: Lions, Family Scouting, STEM Scouts, and adventure!</div>
  8039. <div></div>
  8040. <div>We are currently assembling another on-air appearance for Friday on WUSA to promote Scouting for Food, so stay tuned!</div>
  8041. </div>
  8042. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recap-of-live-broadcast-on-good-morning-washington/">Recap of Live Broadcast on Good Morning Washington</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8043. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8046. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8049. </item>
  8050. <item>
  8051. <title>Pick up your Scouting For Food Notes NOW</title>
  8052. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pick-up-your-scouting-for-food-notes-now/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pick-up-your-scouting-for-food-notes-now</link>
  8053. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pick-up-your-scouting-for-food-notes-now/#respond</comments>
  8055. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8056. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 02:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
  8057. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1076</guid>
  8058.  
  8059. <description><![CDATA[<p>WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW!!!!!!! Scouting for food Post-It-Note distribution is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd 2018.  Seneca District is VERY FAR BEHIND IN THIS EFFORT.  We&#8217;ve only handed out 1/3 of our usual amount.  Units that have not picked up Post-It-Notes PLEASE our Scouting For Food Coordinator, Phil Dennis at phil@dennis-family.org ASAP! Units will also receive [&#8230;]</p>
  8060. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pick-up-your-scouting-for-food-notes-now/">Pick up your Scouting For Food Notes NOW</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8061. ]]></description>
  8062. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW!!!!!!!</p>
  8063. <div>Scouting for food Post-It-Note distribution is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd 2018.  Seneca District is VERY FAR BEHIND IN THIS EFFORT.  We&#8217;ve only handed out 1/3 of our usual amount.  Units that have not picked up Post-It-Notes PLEASE our Scouting For Food Coordinator, Phil Dennis at <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phil@dennis-family.org</a> ASAP!</div>
  8064. <div></div>
  8065. <div>
  8066. <p>Units will also receive some bags to be used to collect cans that are unbagged on the pick up date.</p>
  8067. <div></div>
  8068. <div>
  8069. <p><span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">Scouting</span> <span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">For</span> <span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">Food</span> pick up is Saturday, November 10, 2017.  Please pick up bags AFTER 9 AM that day.  All of our advertising and bags state the 9 AM pick up time and we&#8217;ve missed <span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-il">food</span> pick ups in the past when units start early.</p>
  8070. <p>Pickup locations are the same as in prior years:</p>
  8071. </div>
  8072. <div>Quince Orchard High School<br />
  8073. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">15800 Quince Orchard Rd,</a><br />
  8074. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gaithersburg, MD 20878</a><br />
  8075. Drop-Off Times: 9 am &#8211; 1 pm</p>
  8076. <p>Germantown Safeway<br />
  8077. (Rt. 118 &amp; Middlebrook, Germantown)<br />
  8078. Drop-Off Times: <span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_-5961595892733589754gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ">9 am &#8211; 1 pm</span></span></span></span></p>
  8079. </div>
  8080. </div>
  8081. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pick-up-your-scouting-for-food-notes-now/">Pick up your Scouting For Food Notes NOW</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8085. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8088. </item>
  8089. <item>
  8090. <title>November Boy Scout Roundtable: November 8</title>
  8091. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/november-boy-scout-roundtable-november-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=november-boy-scout-roundtable-november-8</link>
  8092. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/november-boy-scout-roundtable-november-8/#respond</comments>
  8094. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8095. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 01:57:16 +0000</pubDate>
  8096. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1075</guid>
  8097.  
  8098. <description><![CDATA[<p>At Novembers Roundtable we will be discussing Winter Camping Activities that are available to our units.  We will also talk about Incident Reporting:  What has to be reported, to whom, by whom and when. Reminder that there is Webelos Midway as well as Charter Renewal Training BEFORE Roundtable this month.  We hope that all of [&#8230;]</p>
  8099. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/november-boy-scout-roundtable-november-8/">November Boy Scout Roundtable: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8100. ]]></description>
  8101. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At Novembers Roundtable we will be discussing Winter Camping Activities that are available to our units.  We will also talk about Incident Reporting:  What has to be reported, to whom, by whom and when.</p>
  8102. <div>Reminder that there is Webelos Midway as well as Charter Renewal Training BEFORE Roundtable this month.  We hope that all of you stick around for ALL of these activities.</div>
  8103. <div></div>
  8104. <div>
  8105. <div dir="ltr">
  8106. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  8107. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  8108. </div>
  8109. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/november-boy-scout-roundtable-november-8/">November Boy Scout Roundtable: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8110. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8113. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8116. </item>
  8117. <item>
  8118. <title>Scouts BSA New Troop Start-Up Seminar</title>
  8119. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-new-troop-start-up-seminar/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouts-bsa-new-troop-start-up-seminar</link>
  8120. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-new-troop-start-up-seminar/#respond</comments>
  8122. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8123. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 01:51:20 +0000</pubDate>
  8124. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1074</guid>
  8125.  
  8126. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please join our Scouts BSA Start-Up Seminar which will focus on starting new girl troops for 2019. This is for anyone interested in starting a new troop.  Commissioners, Family Scouting Champions, and Membership Chairs are also encouraged to attend.  Topics:  Steps to Start a Troop, Training Opportunities, Program Planning, Camping, Recruiting, Best Practices  Light refreshments will be provided.  [&#8230;]</p>
  8127. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-new-troop-start-up-seminar/">Scouts BSA New Troop Start-Up Seminar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8128. ]]></description>
  8129. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">Please join our <i class="">Scouts BSA Start-Up Seminar</i> which will focus on starting new girl troops for 2019. This is for anyone interested in starting a new troop.  Commissioners, Family Scouting Champions, and Membership Chairs are also encouraged to attend.  Topics:  Steps to Start a Troop, Training Opportunities, Program Planning, Camping, Recruiting, Best Practices  Light refreshments will be provided.  Attendees are encouraged to join in-person for the best experience. A Skype option is also available by clicking this <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/?OrgKey=BSA082&amp;calendarID=165007">link</a>.</div>
  8130. <div class=""> <br class="" /></p>
  8131. <div id="divtagdefaultwrapper" class="" dir="ltr">
  8132. <div class="">
  8133. <div class="" lang="EN-US">
  8134. <div class="x_WordSection1">
  8135. <div class="">Please RSVP by accepting this invitation or emailing <a id="LPlnk762078" class="OWAAutoLink" href="mailto:janee.ellis@scouting.org">janee.ellis@scouting.org</a>.</div>
  8136. <div class=""></div>
  8137. <div class="">If you want a calendar invite reach out to Lynn Hamilton at <a href="mailto:seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org">seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org</a> or Matt Beyers at <a href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a>.  I was unable to include the calendar invite on any of the platforms.</div>
  8138. <div class=""></div>
  8139. <div class="">YIS,</div>
  8140. <div class=""></div>
  8141. <div class="">Matt</div>
  8142. </div>
  8143. </div>
  8144. </div>
  8145. </div>
  8146. </div>
  8147. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  8148. <div class="">
  8149. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  8150. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  8151. <p><span class="">National Capital Area Council</span></div>
  8152. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouts-bsa-new-troop-start-up-seminar/">Scouts BSA New Troop Start-Up Seminar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8156. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8159. </item>
  8160. <item>
  8161. <title>Camp Cards are Back!</title>
  8162. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camp-cards-are-back-2</link>
  8163. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back-2/#respond</comments>
  8165. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8166. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:56:45 +0000</pubDate>
  8167. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1073</guid>
  8168.  
  8169. <description><![CDATA[<p>The “Camp Card” fundraising program is back! This initiative is designed to help Scouts earn their way to Summer Camp and Day Camp. Units participating in the 2019 program will earn 50% commission, ($2.50) on each $5 Camp Card they sell. This program is RISK FREE, simply return any unsold cards. The 2019 sale will [&#8230;]</p>
  8170. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back-2/">Camp Cards are Back!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8171. ]]></description>
  8172. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">The “Camp Card” fundraising program is back! This initiative is designed to help Scouts earn their way to Summer Camp and Day Camp. Units participating in the 2019 program will earn 50% commission, ($2.50) on each $5 Camp Card they sell.</div>
  8173. <div class="">This program is RISK FREE, simply return any unsold cards. The 2019 sale will run from February 1st to May 15th. Sign-ups will begin November 1st. To sign up please go to <a class="" href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/campcard">www.NCACBSA.org/campcard</a></div>
  8174. <div></div>
  8175. <div class="">Keep your eye out to see which great vendors we have locked in for you in 2019! Not only do you get what you see on the card but you also get access to thousands of other coupons through the Entertainment discount network. This gives units more options when selecting locations for show and sell opportunities.</div>
  8176. <div></div>
  8177. <div class="">Don’t wait! Sign up on November 1 at <a class="" href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/CampCard">www.NCACBSA.org/CampCard</a>. Cards will be distributed at the February Roundtables. For more information email <a class="" href="mailto:CampCard@NCACBSA.org">CampCard@NCACBSA.org</a>.</div>
  8178. <div class=""></div>
  8179. <div class="">
  8180. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  8181. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  8182. <p><span class="">National Capital Area Council</span></div>
  8183. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back-2/">Camp Cards are Back!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8184. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8187. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8190. </item>
  8191. <item>
  8192. <title>Arthur M. &#038; Berdena King Eagle Scout Award</title>
  8193. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award</link>
  8194. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award/#respond</comments>
  8196. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8197. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
  8198. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1072</guid>
  8199.  
  8200. <description><![CDATA[<p>The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all Eagle Scouts (under 19 years of age) interested in the American Revolution to participate in the Arthur M. &#38; Berdena King Eagle Scout Award. The contest is open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have [&#8230;]</p>
  8201. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award/">Arthur M. &amp; Berdena King Eagle Scout Award</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8202. ]]></description>
  8203. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all Eagle Scouts (under 19 years of age) interested in the American Revolution to participate in the Arthur M. &amp; Berdena King Eagle Scout Award. The contest is open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have not reached their nineteenth birthday during the year of application. While the preliminary rounds of the contest begin at the local level, Scouts may eventually advance to the state or national levels, eventually held in June during the annual SAR Congress, and awarded up to $10,000.</p>
  8204. <p>College plans do not have to be completed in order to receive the cash award. Three cash awards are given: the National First Place Winner receives $10,000; the Runner-up receives $6,000; and the 2nd Runner-up receives $4,000. Scouts may apply more than one year if he meets the age requirements, but no more than $10,000 total may be granted to any one Eagle Scout. Prizes and recognition may also be awarded at the SAR chapter and society level. Each Eagle Scout must complete an application form, a four-generation ancestor chart, and a 500-word patriotic themed essay.</p>
  8205. <p>The competition is conducted in three phases: the local chapter, state-level society, and national phases. The competition is usually entered at the chapter level, though in some cases, the competition may be entered at the society level. Applicants may not enter at the national level. Contest entrants need complete only one application for the SAR chapter-level competition. The application of the chapter-level winner is forwarded to be used in the society- and national-level competitions by the SAR as appropriate. A complete set of rules, along with the application for both the applicant and the sponsoring SAR members, can be found below. Please be aware that the local application deadline dates may vary, so interested applicants should reach out to their local SAR member listed below for further details.</p>
  8206. <p><a href="https://members.sar.org/media/uploads/pages/52/TGvXToh6XIZF.doc">Eagle Scout Application</a></p>
  8207. <p><a href="https://members.sar.org/media/uploads/pages/52/TGDOZW9gZHza.pdf">Four-Generation Ancestor Chart and Instructions</a></p>
  8208. <p>For DC residents and scouters please contact District of Columbia SAR.<br />
  8209. For Maryland, residents and scouters please contact Maryland SAR.</p>
  8210. <p>District of Columbia SAR      Doug Brooks                  <a href="mailto:lanedbrooks4@gmail.com">lanedbrooks4@gmail.com</a><br />
  8211. Maryland SAR                 Jonathan T. Streett               <a href="mailto:eagle-scout@marylandsar.org">eagle-scout@marylandsar.org</a></p>
  8212. <p>Thank You</p>
  8213. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award/">Arthur M. &amp; Berdena King Eagle Scout Award</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8220. </item>
  8221. <item>
  8222. <title>Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</title>
  8223. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-3</link>
  8224. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-3/#respond</comments>
  8226. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8227. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:38:41 +0000</pubDate>
  8228. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1071</guid>
  8229.  
  8230. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC is sponsoring a Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch at Camp William B. Snyder on November 4! The event is from 12 pm to 2 pm All Scouts, Scouting Families, Scouters, Community Leaders &#38; Guests are invited. Please register on the NCAC Website Events &#8211; Opening Ceremony &#8211; Order of the Arrow Amangamek-Wipit Lodge #470 &#8211; Award [&#8230;]</p>
  8231. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-3/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8232. ]]></description>
  8233. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><!--block-->NCAC is sponsoring a Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch at Camp William B. Snyder on November 4!</div>
  8234. <div></div>
  8235. <div>The event is from 12 pm to 2 pm</p>
  8236. <p>All Scouts, Scouting Families, Scouters, Community Leaders &amp; Guests are invited.</p>
  8237. <p>Please register on the NCAC <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-2018PrayerBrunch">Website</a></p>
  8238. <p>Events<br />
  8239. &#8211; Opening Ceremony &#8211; Order of the Arrow Amangamek-Wipit Lodge #470<br />
  8240. &#8211; Award of Youth &amp; Adult Religious Emblems<br />
  8241. &#8211; ADAMS Center (All Dulles Area Muslim Society) BEAT Youth Choir<br />
  8242. &#8211; &#8220;America the Beautiful&#8221;<br />
  8243. &#8211; Keynote Speaker &#8211; Rabbi Peter E. Hyman<br />
  8244. &#8211; Q&amp;A Panel &#8211; &#8220;Unity in Reverence&#8221;<br />
  8245. &#8211; Religious Information &#8220;Midway&#8221;</p>
  8246. <p>See you there!</p></div>
  8247. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-3/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8248. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8254. </item>
  8255. <item>
  8256. <title>Scouting for Food Post-It-Note Distribution: November 3</title>
  8257. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-post-it-note-distribution-november-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-post-it-note-distribution-november-3</link>
  8258. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-post-it-note-distribution-november-3/#respond</comments>
  8260. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8261. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:24:23 +0000</pubDate>
  8262. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1070</guid>
  8263.  
  8264. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouting for food Post-It-Note distribution is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd 2018.  Units that have not picked up Post-It_Notes should contact our Scouting For Food Coordinator, Phil Dennis at phil@dennis-family.org.  Units will also receive some bags to be used to collect cans that are unbagged on the pick up date. Scouting For Food pick up is Saturday, November [&#8230;]</p>
  8265. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-post-it-note-distribution-november-3/">Scouting for Food Post-It-Note Distribution: November 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8266. ]]></description>
  8267. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scouting for food Post-It-Note distribution is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd 2018.  Units that have not picked up Post-It_Notes should contact our Scouting For Food Coordinator, Phil Dennis at <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>.  Units will also receive some bags to be used to collect cans that are unbagged on the pick up date.</p>
  8268. <div>
  8269. <p><span class="gmail-il">Scouting</span> <span class="gmail-il">For</span> <span class="gmail-il">Food</span> pick up is Saturday, November 10, 2017.  Please pick up bags AFTER 9 AM that day.  All of our advertising and bags state the 9 AM pick up time and we&#8217;ve missed <span class="gmail-il">food</span> pick ups in the past when units start early.</p>
  8270. <p>Pickup locations are the same as in prior years:</p>
  8271. </div>
  8272. <div>Quince Orchard High School<br />
  8273. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">15800 Quince Orchard Rd,</a><br />
  8274. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=15800+Quince+Orchard+Rd,%C2%A0Gaithersburg,+MD+20878&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gaithersburg, MD 20878</a><br />
  8275. Drop-Off Times: 9 am &#8211; 1 pm</div>
  8276. <div><sub> </sub></div>
  8277. <div>Germantown Safeway<br />
  8278. (Rt. 118 &amp; Middlebrook, Germantown)<br />
  8279. <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/VkzgF82hpvT2">19718 Germantown Rd, </a><br />
  8280. Germantown, MD 20874</p>
  8281. <div>
  8282. <div>
  8283. <div>
  8284. <div>Drop-Off Times: <span class="gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-m_-8184128044144648523gmail-aQJ"><span class="gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aBn"><span class="gmail-m_8769730322230547365m_-3284602030904824482gmail-aQJ">9 am &#8211; 1 pm</span></span></span></span></div>
  8285. </div>
  8286. </div>
  8287. </div>
  8288. </div>
  8289. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-post-it-note-distribution-november-3/">Scouting for Food Post-It-Note Distribution: November 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8290. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8296. </item>
  8297. <item>
  8298. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable Recap from October</title>
  8299. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-from-october/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-recap-from-october</link>
  8300. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-from-october/#respond</comments>
  8302. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8303. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:17:27 +0000</pubDate>
  8304. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1069</guid>
  8305.  
  8306. <description><![CDATA[<p>At the October Round Table we held a joint discussion on Recruiting as well as Webelos to Scout Transition.  There was a joint &#8220;To Do&#8221; list presented as well.  After the Cub Scouts went to their breakout session, the new transition plan for Eagle Scouts was discussed at length. All of the PowerPoint slides have [&#8230;]</p>
  8307. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-from-october/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap from October</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8308. ]]></description>
  8309. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At the October Round Table we held a joint discussion on Recruiting as well as Webelos to Scout Transition.  There was a joint &#8220;To Do&#8221; list presented as well.  After the Cub Scouts went to their breakout session, the new transition plan for Eagle Scouts was discussed at length.</p>
  8310. <div>All of the PowerPoint slides have been uploaded to <a href="http://slideshare.net/">slideshare.net</a> and can be found at the following locations:</div>
  8311. <div></div>
  8312. <div>October To Do List:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2JdlANU">https://bit.ly/2JdlANU</a></div>
  8313. <div>Recruiting From Both Sides of the House:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2JeXjXE">https://bit.ly/2JeXjXE</a></div>
  8314. <div>Eagle Transition Update:  <a href="https://bit.ly/2OJWood">https://bit.ly/2OJWood</a></div>
  8315. <div></div>
  8316. <div>
  8317. <div dir="ltr">
  8318. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  8319. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  8320. </div>
  8321. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-from-october/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap from October</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8322. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8328. </item>
  8329. <item>
  8330. <title>Scouting for Food Kick-off</title>
  8331. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kick-off/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-kick-off</link>
  8332. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kick-off/#respond</comments>
  8334. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8335. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 02:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
  8336. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1062</guid>
  8337.  
  8338. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date. Collection will occur at Quince Orchard High School and Germantown Safeway.  We were trying to find an alternate location in the Milestone area but could not find anything for this year.  For this reason, we are just [&#8230;]</p>
  8339. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kick-off/">Scouting for Food Kick-off</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8340. ]]></description>
  8341. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! <strong>November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date.</strong></p>
  8342. <p><strong>Collection will occur at Quince Orchard High School and Germantown Safeway.  </strong>We were trying to find an alternate location in the Milestone area but could not find anything for this year.  For this reason, we are just going with the same locations as last year.</p>
  8343. <p><strong>This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. These Our district has been allocated 36,000 Post It Notes. </strong>The Post It Notes were distributed at Round Table last Thursday.  We have <strong>LOTS LEFT OVER</strong>.  Please contact me if you need some or want more (<a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>)</p>
  8344. <p><strong>Notes vs. bags.</strong> We realize that not having bags is a challenge in Montgomery County as most of us have re-usable bags at home.  We should <strong>be prepared</strong> to collect food with your own bags and boxes as you go door-to-door and then to the collection points. Councils using Notes do not seem to suffer lower collections.</p>
  8345. <p>Thanks for all that you do.</p>
  8346. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  8347. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kick-off/">Scouting for Food Kick-off</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8348. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8354. </item>
  8355. <item>
  8356. <title>Eagle Scout Extension in 2019</title>
  8357. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-extension-in-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eagle-scout-extension-in-2019</link>
  8358. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-extension-in-2019/#respond</comments>
  8360. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8361. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 02:35:17 +0000</pubDate>
  8362. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1061</guid>
  8363.  
  8364. <description><![CDATA[<p>On February 1, 2019, the Boy Scouts of America will begin admitting girls into Scouts BSA. One of the characteristics of Scouting—for over a hundred years—is that no matter when you join, however long you stay, or the rank you attain, the Scouting experience prepares you for life. And for some, the pinnacle of their [&#8230;]</p>
  8365. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-extension-in-2019/">Eagle Scout Extension in 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8366. ]]></description>
  8367. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On February 1, 2019, the Boy Scouts of America will begin admitting girls into Scouts BSA.</p>
  8368. <p>One of the characteristics of Scouting—for over a hundred years—is that no matter when you join, however long you stay, or the rank you attain, the Scouting experience prepares you for life. And for some, the pinnacle of their Scouting experience is achieving the highest rank of Eagle Scout.</p>
  8369. <p>The policies of the BSA indicate that, except in extraordinary circumstances, a youth desiring to achieve the rank of Eagle must do so before the youth’s 18th birthday. This will continue to be our policy.</p>
  8370. <p>It is in the interests of the entire BSA, and in fact our nation, that all girls who join the BSA in 2019 should have an opportunity to earn their Eagle Scout rank should they diligently and promptly complete all requirements.</p>
  8371. <p>Accordingly, after carefully considering recommendations from stakeholders, including feedback from volunteers and professionals at the 2018 Top Hands Meeting, the National Executive Committee of the Boy Scouts of America has approved <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/Implementation-Details-for-Scouts-BSA-FINAL.pdf">temporary transition rules</a> regarding extensions for youth over 16 but not yet 18 years of age on February 1, 2019 to complete the requirements for the Eagle Scout award.</p>
  8372. <p>To preserve the integrity of the Eagle Scout Award, no exceptions to or waivers of any of the requirements for the Eagle Scout Award are permitted under this limited exception, and all requirements must be completed while the individual is a registered member of Scouts BSA, or after achieving the First Class Rank in Scouts BSA (as specified in the BSA Guide to Advancement).</p>
  8373. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/Implementation-Details-for-Scouts-BSA-FINAL.pdf">For more information please read the Implementation Details FAQ</a>.</p>
  8374. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-extension-in-2019/">Eagle Scout Extension in 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8375. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8381. </item>
  8382. <item>
  8383. <title>NIH Blood Bank is in URGENT need of Platelet  and Blood  Donors</title>
  8384. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-blood-bank-is-in-urgent-need-of-platelet-and-blood-donors/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nih-blood-bank-is-in-urgent-need-of-platelet-and-blood-donors</link>
  8385. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-blood-bank-is-in-urgent-need-of-platelet-and-blood-donors/#respond</comments>
  8387. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8388. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 02:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
  8389. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1060</guid>
  8390.  
  8391. <description><![CDATA[<p>The NIH Blood Bank is in URGENT need of Platelet  and Blood  Donors! NIH Clinical Center patients need your help! Please donate platelets today or at your earliest possible convenience. Additional information on platelet donation,  can be found by visiting the NIH Clinical Center website at the links below: http://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/blooddonor/donationtypes/platelets.html http://www.ors.od.nih.gov/pes/dats/nihshuttleservices/Pages/shuttle.aspx Please call 301-496-4321 for more [&#8230;]</p>
  8392. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-blood-bank-is-in-urgent-need-of-platelet-and-blood-donors/">NIH Blood Bank is in URGENT need of Platelet  and Blood  Donors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8393. ]]></description>
  8394. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><u>The NIH Blood Bank is in URGENT need of Platelet  and Blood  Donors! NIH Clinical Center patients need your help!<br />
  8395. </u></strong></p>
  8396. <p><strong>Please donate platelets today</strong> or at your earliest possible convenience.<br />
  8397. Additional information on platelet donation,  can be found by visiting the NIH Clinical Center website at the links below:</p>
  8398. <p><a href="http://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/blooddonor/donationtypes/platelets.html">http://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/blooddonor/donationtypes/platelets.html</a><br />
  8399. <a href="http://www.ors.od.nih.gov/pes/dats/nihshuttleservices/Pages/shuttle.aspx">http://www.ors.od.nih.gov/pes/dats/nihshuttleservices/Pages/shuttle.aspx</a></p>
  8400. <p>Please call 301-496-4321 for more information or to schedule an appointment.</p>
  8401. <p>The NIH Donor Center at Fishers Lane is open:<br />
  8402. Monday – Thursday                7:15 am – 5:45 pm<br />
  8403. Friday                                         7:15 am – 11:45 pm</p>
  8404. <p><strong>The NIH Blood Bank is in need of Blood donors</strong>, too, especially type-O blood donors.<br />
  8405. The NIH Blood bank is located at the NIH Main Campus off Cedar Lane in Bethesda.  It is on the first floor of the Clinical Center, Building 10.<br />
  8406. Please call (301)496-1048 to schedule an appointment to donate blood or Walk-in today!</p>
  8407. <p>Please share with your friends, family and social network!</p>
  8408. <p>Give the Gift of Life!  Donate Platelets or Blood Today!<br />
  8409. <a href="https://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/blooddonor/">https://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/blooddonor/</a></p>
  8410. <p>#donateNIH #platelets4NIH</p>
  8411. <p>If you have questions or for a Scouter reference, please call Tom Kennedy (30+year donor), Seneca District Advancement and Adult Recognition Chairman (C) 301-461-4101    (H/F)  301-840-1409</p>
  8412. <p>Please and thank you.<br />
  8413. Yours in Scouting and Best Regards,<br />
  8414. <strong><em>Tom<br />
  8415. </em></strong>Thomas C. Kennedy</p>
  8416. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nih-blood-bank-is-in-urgent-need-of-platelet-and-blood-donors/">NIH Blood Bank is in URGENT need of Platelet  and Blood  Donors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8424. <item>
  8425. <title>Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</title>
  8426. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-2</link>
  8427. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-2/#respond</comments>
  8429. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8430. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:41:17 +0000</pubDate>
  8431. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1056</guid>
  8432.  
  8433. <description><![CDATA[<p>I am sure you know that we are planning our first Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch at Camp Snyder, Noon to 2 pm  on Sunday November 4th. Registration is now open and folks can register at: https://scoutingevent.com/082-2018PrayerBrunch The Brunch will be a great opportunity for all Faiths in Scouting to demonstrate 3 components of our Faiths: [&#8230;]</p>
  8434. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-2/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8435. ]]></description>
  8436. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I am sure you know that we are planning our first Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch at Camp Snyder, Noon to 2 pm  on Sunday November 4th. Registration is now open and folks can register at: <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-2018PrayerBrunch" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://scoutingevent.com/082-2018PrayerBrunch</a></p>
  8437. </div>
  8438. <div>The Brunch will be a great opportunity for all Faiths in Scouting to demonstrate 3 components of our Faiths: Education, Celebration, and Service to Others. There will be a featured &#8220;Midway&#8221; where faith-based chartered organizations are invited to put out literature and displays about how Scouting works with their faith, a  Q&amp;A panel with representatives of 5 Faiths, and presentations of youth and adult religious awards.</div>
  8439. <div></div>
  8440. <div>We are also using this event to rejuvenate our Religious Interfaith Committee and reestablish periodic Council-wide &#8220;Duty to God&#8221; events.</div>
  8441. <div></div>
  8442. <div>Executive Board Member Forrest Horton is our volunteer brunch/program coordinator (703-919-4636) and I am our Staff Point of Contact (Aaron Chusid). Call us anytime with questions or recommendations.</div>
  8443. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4-2/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  8451. <item>
  8452. <title>Youth Protection Training Thank You</title>
  8453. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-thank-you/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-thank-you</link>
  8454. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-thank-you/#respond</comments>
  8456. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8457. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:37:06 +0000</pubDate>
  8458. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1055</guid>
  8459.  
  8460. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thank you! To all Seneca District adults who complied with National Boy Scouts by completing your Youth Protection Training by National&#8217;s deadline, September 30, 2018. Seneca District officially archived 73.4% of 1,325 currently registered adults. This percentage does not take in consideration the 26.6% who are registered, some twice/merit badge counselor, and had not planned [&#8230;]</p>
  8461. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-thank-you/">Youth Protection Training Thank You</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8462. ]]></description>
  8463. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank you!</p>
  8464. <p>To all Seneca District adults who complied with National Boy Scouts by completing your Youth Protection Training by National&#8217;s deadline, September 30, 2018.</p>
  8465. <p>Seneca District officially archived 73.4% of 1,325 currently registered adults. This percentage does not take in consideration the 26.6% who are registered, some twice/merit badge counselor, and had not planned on returning to the scouting program.  For those who planned on staying in the scouting program the percentage of completion is greater than the current report.</p>
  8466. <p>We appreciated everyone&#8217;s efforts to get Youth Protection Trained.</p>
  8467. <p>Yours in Scouting,<br />
  8468. Mary Lou Gundersen<br />
  8469. Seneca District Training Chair<br />
  8470. and the Montgomery Service Area Training Coordinator</p>
  8471. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-thank-you/">Youth Protection Training Thank You</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8472. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8475. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8478. </item>
  8479. <item>
  8480. <title>Popcorn Mystery Houses &#8211; FOUND!</title>
  8481. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-found/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=popcorn-mystery-houses-found</link>
  8482. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-found/#respond</comments>
  8484. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8485. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:25:47 +0000</pubDate>
  8486. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1053</guid>
  8487.  
  8488. <description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to Jack H. of Pack 464 on finding the fourth mystery house! Congratulations to Cullum M. from Pack 464 on finding the fifth mystery house! Congratulations for Zachary A, from Troop 496 on finding the last mystery house! Want to find more about popcorn?  Visit the Seneca District popcorn page.</p>
  8489. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-found/">Popcorn Mystery Houses &#8211; FOUND!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8490. ]]></description>
  8491. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  8492. <div dir="auto">Congratulations to Jack H. of Pack 464 on finding the fourth mystery house!</div>
  8493. </div>
  8494. <div dir="auto"></div>
  8495. <div dir="auto">Congratulations to Cullum M. from Pack 464 on finding the fifth mystery house!</div>
  8496. <div dir="auto"></div>
  8497. <div dir="auto">Congratulations for Zachary A, from Troop 496 on finding the last mystery house!</div>
  8498. <div dir="auto"></div>
  8499. <div dir="auto">Want to find more about popcorn?  Visit the Seneca District <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sample-page/popcorn/">popcorn page</a>.</div>
  8500. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-found/">Popcorn Mystery Houses &#8211; FOUND!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8501. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8507. </item>
  8508. <item>
  8509. <title>SOUSA Opens: November 21</title>
  8510. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-opens-november-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sousa-opens-november-21</link>
  8511. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-opens-november-21/#respond</comments>
  8513. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8514. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:10:22 +0000</pubDate>
  8515. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1052</guid>
  8516.  
  8517. <description><![CDATA[<p>Significant Changes to the Seneca District Calendar for 2018-2019. Hello All, Please note that the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &#38; Dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, 26 March, 2019 at the Rockville Elks Club Lodge, 5 Taft Court, Rockville, MD.  The significant change is twofold: Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &#38; Dinner is [&#8230;]</p>
  8518. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-opens-november-21/">SOUSA Opens: November 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8519. ]]></description>
  8520. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Significant Changes to the Seneca District Calendar for 2018-2019.</p>
  8521. <p>Hello All,</p>
  8522. <p>Please note that the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, 26 March, 2019 at the <strong>Rockville Elks Club Lodge, 5 Taft Court, Rockville, MD</strong>.  The significant change is twofold:</p>
  8523. <ol>
  8524. <li>Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner is being held two months earlier than in the past to relieve compression on the Scouting calendar (too many events scouting and family happening in late May and early June).  Please plan your calendars accordingly.    And  . . . .</li>
  8525. <li>Submission of SOUSA Awardees will begin on 21 Nov, 2018.  Again, this is approximately two months earlier than it has in the past.</li>
  8526. </ol>
  8527. <p><strong>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2018 calendar year.</strong> Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the award.   The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, Awardees that comply with the eligibility criteria.</p>
  8528. <p>Please call with questions or if I can be of help.</p>
  8529. <p>Thank you for all you do ! ! ! !<br />
  8530. Yours in Scouting and</p>
  8531. <p>Best Regards,<br />
  8532. <strong><em>Tom </em></strong></p>
  8533. <p>Thomas C. Kennedy</p>
  8534. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-opens-november-21/">SOUSA Opens: November 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8535. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8541. </item>
  8542. <item>
  8543. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</title>
  8544. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-october-11-2</link>
  8545. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11-2/#respond</comments>
  8547. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8548. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:01:21 +0000</pubDate>
  8549. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1051</guid>
  8550.  
  8551. <description><![CDATA[<p>This month&#8217;s Roundtable will feature a joint session with Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders discussing Webelos Transition.  We are hoping that leaders from BOTH programs will join us and bring their ideas to the meeting.  We will also be collecting a list of your Webelos/Boy Scout transition points of contact so we can [&#8230;]</p>
  8552. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8553. ]]></description>
  8554. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>This month&#8217;s Roundtable will feature a joint session with Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders discussing Webelos Transition.  We are hoping that leaders from BOTH programs will join us and bring their ideas to the meeting.  We will also be collecting a list of your Webelos/Boy Scout transition points of contact so we can try and produce a list for ALL units to use.  We will also be discussing the incorporation of LDS units into our &#8220;traditional&#8221; Scouting Units.</div>
  8555. <div></div>
  8556. <div>After the Cub Leaders go to their break out sessions, the Boy Scout leaders will talk about recent changes to the time allowed for Eagle Scout extensions as it relates to Family Scouting program coming up in 2019.</div>
  8557. <div></div>
  8558. <div>
  8559. <div dir="ltr">
  8560. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  8561. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  8562. </div>
  8563. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8564. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8570. </item>
  8571. <item>
  8572. <title>Scouting For Food: November 3 (Distribution) &#038; 10 (Collection)</title>
  8573. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-november-3-distribution-10-collection/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-november-3-distribution-10-collection</link>
  8574. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-november-3-distribution-10-collection/#respond</comments>
  8576. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8577. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 03:58:03 +0000</pubDate>
  8578. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1050</guid>
  8579.  
  8580. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date. This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. These Our district has been allocated 36,000 Post It Notes. The sticky notes have arrived and they are very colorful and eye catching.  We are [&#8230;]</p>
  8581. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-november-3-distribution-10-collection/">Scouting For Food: November 3 (Distribution) &amp; 10 (Collection)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8582. ]]></description>
  8583. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! <strong>November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date.</strong></p>
  8584. <p><strong>This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. These Our district has been allocated 36,000 Post It Notes. </strong>The sticky notes have arrived and they are very colorful and eye catching.  We are hoping that distribution will go quicker with this new process.  They come in pads of 100 Notes, and will be distributed at the <strong>OCTOBER</strong> Round Table on October 11th.  Most of the left over bags are for units that distribute bags out of a single location (perhaps at their church or at a local store).  We will have a limited number of bags left over from last year that units can use on collection day in case donations are left unbagged.  <strong>THESE ARE LIMITED</strong> and once they are gone, they are gone.</p>
  8585. <p><strong>Notes vs. bags.</strong> We realize that not having bags is a challenge in Montgomery County as most of us have re-usable bags at home.  We should <strong>be prepared</strong> to collect food with your own bags and boxes as you go door-to-door and then to the collection points. Councils using Notes do not seem to suffer lower collections.</p>
  8586. <p>Food collection will occur at Quince Orchard High School (as usual).  As of this writing, we&#8217;re still looking for a better Germantown location, perhaps up near the Milestone Shopping area.  We should have that firmed up later this week (hopefully by Round Table on Thursday).</p>
  8587. <p style="font-weight: 400">More details to follow in next weeks News Flash.</p>
  8588. <p>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  8589. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  8590. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-november-3-distribution-10-collection/">Scouting For Food: November 3 (Distribution) &amp; 10 (Collection)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8591. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8598. <item>
  8599. <title>Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected date/location</title>
  8600. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-27-corrected-date-location/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-27-corrected-date-location</link>
  8601. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-27-corrected-date-location/#respond</comments>
  8603. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8604. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:23:56 +0000</pubDate>
  8605. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1048</guid>
  8606.  
  8607. <description><![CDATA[<p>Take a Hike on the Training Trail at National Capital Area Council’s Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow! What is Pow Wow?    Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Charter Organization Representatives, parents of Cub Scouts, and Cub Scout-interested persons.  You’ll spend the day learning new ideas, concepts [&#8230;]</p>
  8608. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-27-corrected-date-location/">Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected date/location</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8609. ]]></description>
  8610. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Take a Hike on the </strong><strong>Training Trail at<br />
  8611. </strong><strong>National Capital Area Council’s<br />
  8612. </strong><strong>Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow!</strong></p>
  8613. <p><u><strong>What is Pow Wow?</strong></u>    Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Charter Organization Representatives, parents of Cub Scouts, and Cub Scout-interested persons.  You’ll spend the day learning new ideas, concepts and having hands-on experiences that will enhance your ability to deliver and support a fun-filled, exciting program to Cub Scouts.</p>
  8614. <p><strong><u>When is Pow Wow?</u></strong>    Pow Wow is Saturday, October 27, 2018.  Doors open at 7:30 am with 8:00 am for walk-in registration (please, no early arrivals) and pre-registered package pick-up in the cafeteria.  Opening ceremony begins at 8:25 am. The first training session starts at 9:00 am.</p>
  8615. <p><strong><u>Where is Pow Wow? </u></strong>  At James Madison High School, 2500 James Madison Dr.,<br />
  8616. Vienna, Virginia 22181.  Registration and check-in is in the cafeteria.</p>
  8617. <p>Registration is now <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-20463">open</a></p>
  8618. <p><u><strong>What if I have question about Pow Wow? </strong></u>  Send an e-mail to</p>
  8619. <p>Bill Mayo at: <a href="mailto:NCAC.PowWow@gmail.com">NCAC.PowWow@gmail.com</a></p>
  8620. <p>Date corrected to October 27 &amp; location updated.</p>
  8621. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-27-corrected-date-location/">Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected date/location</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8622. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8629. <item>
  8630. <title>Service Academy Nomination Deadline: October 12</title>
  8631. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12</link>
  8632. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12/#respond</comments>
  8634. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8635. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:18:29 +0000</pubDate>
  8636. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1047</guid>
  8637.  
  8638. <description><![CDATA[<p>Each year I am privileged to nominate the best and brightest local high school seniors to our nation&#8217;s service academies. The level of dedication these young people show to serving our country is inspiring. If your student is interested in applying for a service academy nomination, he or she can find the application and additional [&#8230;]</p>
  8639. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12/">Service Academy Nomination Deadline: October 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8640. ]]></description>
  8641. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Each year I am privileged to nominate the best and brightest local high school seniors to our nation&#8217;s service academies. The level of dedication these young people show to serving our country is inspiring.</p>
  8642. <p>If your student is interested in applying for a service academy nomination, he or she can find the application and additional application information on the Military Academy Nominations section of my website.</p>
  8643. <p>The deadline to submit an application for a service academy nomination is October 12 at 5 p.m. All application materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted by the deadline. For more information about the application process, you can visit my website, send an email to <a href="mailto:Delaney.Academy@mail.house.gov">Delaney.Academy@mail.house.gov</a>, or call my Gaithersburg office at (301) 926-0300.</p>
  8644. <p>Service academies are a key component of our national defense and I’m proud to assist the next generation of leaders in achieving their goals.</p>
  8645. <p>Sincerely,<br />
  8646. Congressman John K Delaney</p>
  8647. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12/">Service Academy Nomination Deadline: October 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8648. ]]></content:encoded>
  8650. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/service-academy-nomination-deadline-october-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  8651. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8654. </item>
  8655. <item>
  8656. <title>Popcorn Mystery Houses – Three More left!</title>
  8657. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left</link>
  8658. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left/#respond</comments>
  8660. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8661. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:13:31 +0000</pubDate>
  8662. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1046</guid>
  8663.  
  8664. <description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to Logan W. of Pack 464 on finding the second mystery house! Congratulations to Aaron B. of Pack 1761 on finding the third mystery house! Only 3 mystery houses left!   Want to find a mystery house go to the Seneca District popcorn page to find out more.</p>
  8665. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left/">Popcorn Mystery Houses – Three More left!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8666. ]]></description>
  8667. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  8668. <div dir="auto">Congratulations to Logan W. of Pack 464 on finding the second mystery house!</div>
  8669. </div>
  8670. <div dir="auto"></div>
  8671. <div dir="auto">Congratulations to Aaron B. of Pack 1761 on finding the third mystery house!</div>
  8672. <div dir="auto"></div>
  8673. <div dir="auto">Only 3 mystery houses left!   Want to find a mystery house go to the Seneca District <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sample-page/popcorn/">popcorn page</a> to find out more.</div>
  8674. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left/">Popcorn Mystery Houses – Three More left!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8675. ]]></content:encoded>
  8677. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-houses-three-more-left/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  8682. <item>
  8683. <title>Halloween Peer to Peer Recruitment Cards Available</title>
  8684. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/halloween-peer-to-peer-recruitment-cards-available/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=halloween-peer-to-peer-recruitment-cards-available</link>
  8685. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/halloween-peer-to-peer-recruitment-cards-available/#respond</comments>
  8687. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8688. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:08:43 +0000</pubDate>
  8689. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1044</guid>
  8690.  
  8691. <description><![CDATA[<p>These Halloween Bilingual Peer to Peer Cards are available for Packs. Blank copies can also be printed if a Pack wants some on hand over the course of the Fall. Packs consider supplying families with these peer to peer cards to hand out during Trick or Treat hours in their community.</p>
  8692. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/halloween-peer-to-peer-recruitment-cards-available/">Halloween Peer to Peer Recruitment Cards Available</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8693. ]]></description>
  8694. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/10/Halloween-Bilingual-Peer-to-Peer-Card.pdf">Halloween Bilingual Peer to Peer Cards</a> are available for Packs. Blank copies can also be printed if a Pack wants some on hand over the course of the Fall.</p>
  8695. <p>Packs consider supplying families with these peer to peer cards to hand out during Trick or Treat hours in their community.</p>
  8696. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/halloween-peer-to-peer-recruitment-cards-available/">Halloween Peer to Peer Recruitment Cards Available</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8697. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8704. <item>
  8705. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</title>
  8706. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-october-11</link>
  8707. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11/#respond</comments>
  8709. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8710. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:00:31 +0000</pubDate>
  8711. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1043</guid>
  8712.  
  8713. <description><![CDATA[<p>This months Roundtable will feature a joint session with Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders discussing Webelos Transition.  We are hoping that leaders from BOTH programs will join us and bring their ideas to the meeting.  We will also be collecting a list of your Webelos/Boy Scout transition points of contact so we can [&#8230;]</p>
  8714. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11/">Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8715. ]]></description>
  8716. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>This months Roundtable will feature a joint session with Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders discussing Webelos Transition.  We are hoping that leaders from BOTH programs will join us and bring their ideas to the meeting.  We will also be collecting a list of your Webelos/Boy Scout transition points of contact so we can try and produce a list for ALL units to use.  We will also be discussing the incorporation of LDS units into our &#8220;traditional&#8221; Scouting Units.</div>
  8717. <div></div>
  8718. <div>After the Cub Leaders go to their break out sessions, the Boy Scout leaders will talk about recent changes to the Family Scouting program coming up in 2019.</div>
  8719. <div></div>
  8720. <div>
  8721. <div dir="ltr">
  8722. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  8723. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p>
  8724. </div>
  8725. </div>
  8726. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-october-11/">Boy Scout Roundtable: October 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8727. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8733. </item>
  8734. <item>
  8735. <title>Scouting for Food Kickoff</title>
  8736. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-kickoff</link>
  8737. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff/#respond</comments>
  8739. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8740. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 03:56:57 +0000</pubDate>
  8741. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1042</guid>
  8742.  
  8743. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date (closer than you think!) Hopefully you have already started to secure your drop-off locations and recipient agencies and begun talking to units. If not, let&#8217;s begin! This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. Our district has [&#8230;]</p>
  8744. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff/">Scouting for Food Kickoff</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8745. ]]></description>
  8746. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! <strong>November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date </strong>(closer than you think!) Hopefully you have already started to secure your drop-off locations and recipient agencies and begun talking to units. If not, let&#8217;s begin!</p>
  8747. <p><strong>This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. Our district has been allocated 36,000 Post It Notes. </strong>They come in pads of 100 Notes, The number of boxes we receive were calculated on an equivalency with the number of bags received last year.  Notes will be distributed at the <strong>OCTOBER</strong> Round Table on October 11th.  We will have a limited number of bags left over from last year that units can use on collection day in case donations are left unbagged.  THESE ARE LIMITED and once they are gone, they are gone.</p>
  8748. <p><strong>Notes vs. bags.</strong> I know that some units will complain about the absence of bags. Some units had already stopped using bags and found that neighbors gave them food in bags and boxes anyway. Units should nevertheless be prepared to collect food with their own bags and boxes as they go door-to-door and then to the collection points. Councils using Notes do not seem to suffer lower collections.</p>
  8749. <p>Acting on a tip and after asking around other councils, we found that some have gone to 4&#215;6 Post-it notes. We were skeptical at first, but it apparently works, having the advantages of being easier to distribute to units and allowing the note to be transferred by homes to kitchens as a reminder.</p>
  8750. <p style="font-weight: 400">Because of printing time requirements, we had to place the order, so this is what we will be doing this year. We did toss around the idea of doing a little of both bags and notes, but the logistics of that seemed too difficult and costly. I know the environmental impact of bags is not huge, but we are aware of the symbolism and get plenty of complaints every year. We just need to try and make this work.</p>
  8751. <p style="font-weight: 400">More details to follow in next week&#8217;s News Flash.</p>
  8752. <p>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  8753. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  8754. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff/">Scouting for Food Kickoff</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8755. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8761. </item>
  8762. <item>
  8763. <title>Congratulations to These Units for YPT Success!</title>
  8764. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/congratulations-to-these-units-for-ypt-success/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=congratulations-to-these-units-for-ypt-success</link>
  8765. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/congratulations-to-these-units-for-ypt-success/#respond</comments>
  8767. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8768. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 03:46:14 +0000</pubDate>
  8769. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1041</guid>
  8770.  
  8771. <description><![CDATA[<p>We appreciate the effort everyone put forth to get Seneca Youth Protection Trained by September 30. These are the units who achieved 100% by 9/30: Crew 489 Crew 713 Pack 464 Pack 468 Pack 694 Pack 1084 Pack 1307 Pack 1315 Pack 1438 Ship 125 Troop 318 Troop 926 Troop 945 Troop 1397 Nova/Supernovas DE/VP [&#8230;]</p>
  8772. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/congratulations-to-these-units-for-ypt-success/">Congratulations to These Units for YPT Success!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8773. ]]></description>
  8774. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We appreciate the effort everyone put forth to get Seneca Youth Protection Trained by September 30.</p>
  8775. <p>These are the units who achieved 100% by 9/30:<br />
  8776. Crew 489<br />
  8777. Crew 713<br />
  8778. Pack 464<br />
  8779. Pack 468<br />
  8780. Pack 694<br />
  8781. Pack 1084<br />
  8782. Pack 1307<br />
  8783. Pack 1315<br />
  8784. Pack 1438<br />
  8785. Ship 125<br />
  8786. Troop 318<br />
  8787. Troop 926<br />
  8788. Troop 945<br />
  8789. Troop 1397<br />
  8790. Nova/Supernovas<br />
  8791. DE/VP at the Council level</p>
  8792. <p>District overall improved by 14% in the past week!!  Thank you for those who stepped forward and finished YPT.  We are now focusing on the units that still have stragglers to complete training.</p>
  8793. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/congratulations-to-these-units-for-ypt-success/">Congratulations to These Units for YPT Success!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8794. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8800. </item>
  8801. <item>
  8802. <title>Scouting for Food KickOff: November 3 &#038; 10</title>
  8803. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff-november-3-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-kickoff-november-3-10</link>
  8804. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff-november-3-10/#respond</comments>
  8806. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8807. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2018 02:55:29 +0000</pubDate>
  8808. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1039</guid>
  8809.  
  8810. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date (closer than you think!) Hopefully you have already started to secure your drop-off locations and recipient agencies and begun talking to units. If not, let&#8217;s begin! This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. These Our district [&#8230;]</p>
  8811. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff-november-3-10/">Scouting for Food KickOff: November 3 &amp; 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8812. ]]></description>
  8813. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time for the Scouting for Food kick-off for 2018! <strong>November 3 is the Note distribution date; November 10 is the collection date </strong>(closer than you think!) Hopefully you have already started to secure your drop-off locations and recipient agencies and begun talking to units. If not, let&#8217;s begin!</p>
  8814. <p><strong>This year we will not be distributing bags, but 4&#8243;x6&#8243; Post-It Notes. These Our district has been allocated 36,000 Post It Notes. </strong>They come in pads of 100 Notes, The number of boxes we receive were calculated on an equivalency with the number of bags received last year.  Notes will be distributed at the November Round Table.  We will have a limited number of bags left over from last year that units can use on collection day in case donations are left unbagged.  THESE ARE LIMITED and once they are gone, they are gone.</p>
  8815. <p><strong>Notes vs. bags.</strong> I know that some units will complain about the absence of bags. Some units had already stopped using bags and found that neighbors gave them food in bags and boxes anyway. Units should nevertheless be prepared to collect food with their own bags and boxes as they go door-to-door and then to the collection points. Councils using Notes do not seem to suffer lower collections.</p>
  8816. <p>Acting on a tip and after asking around other councils, we found that some have gone to 4&#215;6 Post-it notes. We were skeptical at first, but it apparently works, having the advantages of being easier to distribute to units and allowing the note to be transferred by homes to kitchens as a reminder.</p>
  8817. <p>Using a model given to us by the Lincoln Heritage Council, a design was worked up and cost estimates were obtained. Using these notes will require collectors to use their own cloth bags or boxes, so some warnings are in order for units. I have always been an advocate of knocking on doors when bags were left and collected anyway, and leaving a unit and scout name, which can also be done on the note. I expect that this may hurt collections a little, and that carrying food from door to car and unit to collection point will be a bigger challenge, especially for Cubs.</p>
  8818. <p>Because of printing time requirements, we had to place the order, so this is what we will be doing this year. We did toss around the idea of doing a little of both bags and notes, but the logistics of that seemed too difficult and costly. I know the environmental impact of bags is not huge, but we are aware of the symbolism and get plenty of complaints every year. We just need to try and make this work.</p>
  8819. <p>More details to follow in next week&#8217;s NewsFlash.</p>
  8820. <p>Thanks for all that you do.<br />
  8821. &#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</p>
  8822. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-kickoff-november-3-10/">Scouting for Food KickOff: November 3 &amp; 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8823. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8830. <item>
  8831. <title>Ever Wondered What It Means to be Trained?</title>
  8832. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ever-wondered-what-it-means-to-be-trained/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ever-wondered-what-it-means-to-be-trained</link>
  8833. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ever-wondered-what-it-means-to-be-trained/#respond</comments>
  8835. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8836. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2018 02:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
  8837. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1037</guid>
  8838.  
  8839. <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you thought about getting your trained patch or finishing up your position-specific training, but just didn&#8217;t know what was required?  Thought about a new position and wanted to know how much work it would be to get trained?  Now it&#8217;s all in one convenient location!  Check out the attached flyer and Get Trained Today!</p>
  8840. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ever-wondered-what-it-means-to-be-trained/">Ever Wondered What It Means to be Trained?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8841. ]]></description>
  8842. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you thought about getting your trained patch or finishing up your position-specific training, but just didn&#8217;t know what was required?  Thought about a new position and wanted to know how much work it would be to get trained?  Now it&#8217;s all in one convenient location!  Check out the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/PositionTrainedCourses.pdf">attached flyer</a> and Get Trained Today!</p>
  8843. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ever-wondered-what-it-means-to-be-trained/">Ever Wondered What It Means to be Trained?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8844. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8851. <item>
  8852. <title>Fall Cuboree Blastoff: November 3</title>
  8853. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-cuboree-blastoff-november-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fall-cuboree-blastoff-november-3</link>
  8854. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-cuboree-blastoff-november-3/#respond</comments>
  8856. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8857. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2018 01:51:47 +0000</pubDate>
  8858. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1035</guid>
  8859.  
  8860. <description><![CDATA[<p>Calling all Cub Scouts and Packs!  Bring your family.  Bring your friends.  Bring your neighbors.  We want to introduce everyone to the new Family Scouting for boys and girls with this big fun day.  This is a great opportunity to get new membership and grow your Pack. Date &#38; Time:  Saturday, November 3rd (1:00-5:00pm) right [&#8230;]</p>
  8861. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-cuboree-blastoff-november-3/">Fall Cuboree Blastoff: November 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8862. ]]></description>
  8863. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Calling all Cub Scouts and Packs!  Bring your family.  Bring your friends.  Bring your neighbors.  We want to introduce everyone to the new Family Scouting for boys and girls with this big fun day.  This is a great opportunity to get new membership and grow your Pack.</div>
  8864. <div></div>
  8865. <div><u>Date &amp; Time:</u>  Saturday, November 3rd (1:00-5:00pm) right after the scouts put out their bags and tags for Scouting for Food.  Wear your Field Uniform (formerly known as Class A) or Activity Uniform (formerly known as Class B.)</div>
  8866. <div></div>
  8867. <div><u>Place:</u>  Mt Prospect Farm (Hanson’s Farm) off Turkey Foot Road in North Potomac.  At the intersection of Travilah Rd and Turkey Foot Rd.</div>
  8868. <div></div>
  8869. <div>Join us for shooting sports (BB shooting, archery, slingshots), a big climbing wall, rocket launching, The Story House book mobile, food, and more!</div>
  8870. <div></div>
  8871. <div><u>Cost:</u>  $15 per youth ($12 for early bird online registration before Oct. 22nd.)  Where can you go to get so much for so little??</div>
  8872. <div></div>
  8873. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-20310">Online Registration</a></div>
  8874. <div></div>
  8875. <div>We are also hoping to have a Bobcat Station to assist Lions and Tigers earn some of the outdoor requirements.  (We could use some help from some experienced Den Leaders who would like to provide some of their skills in this area…contact Liz Brandenburg (<a href="mailto:lizbburg@gmail.com">lizbburg@gmail.com</a>) if you can join the team.)</div>
  8876. <div></div>
  8877. <div>See the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/Cuboree.pdf">attached flyer</a> for publicity.</div>
  8878. <div></div>
  8879. <div>Any older Scouts who would like to earn service hours, please contact me.  I need as many adult helpers (especially if you have shooting range training) as possible. Contact me right away for this fun day.</div>
  8880. <div><a href="mailto:lizbburg@gmail.com">Liz Brandenburg</a></div>
  8881. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-cuboree-blastoff-november-3/">Fall Cuboree Blastoff: November 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8882. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8889. <item>
  8890. <title>Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 17</title>
  8891. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-17/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-17</link>
  8892. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-17/#respond</comments>
  8894. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8895. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 04:04:45 +0000</pubDate>
  8896. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1030</guid>
  8897.  
  8898. <description><![CDATA[<p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? Congratulations to Pack 464, Pack 1315, Crew 489 – Latest Seneca units to achieve 100% Youth Protection Training!! District overall improved by 12% in the past week!!  Thank you for those who stepped forward and [&#8230;]</p>
  8899. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-17/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8900. ]]></description>
  8901. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></p>
  8902. <p><strong>Congratulations to Pack 464, Pack 1315, Crew 489</strong> – Latest Seneca units to achieve 100% Youth Protection Training!!</p>
  8903. <p>District overall improved by 12% in the past week!!  Thank you for those who stepped forward and finished YPT.  We are getting closer!</p>
  8904. <p>Leader Boards – for Oct. 1 compliance – as of September 17<br />
  8905. • PACKS<br />
  8906. – 464 @ 100%<br />
  8907. – 1350 @ 100%<br />
  8908. – 468 @ 86%<br />
  8909. – 694 @ 83%<br />
  8910. – 1438 @ 83%<br />
  8911. – 1429 @ 80%<br />
  8912. – 1109 and 1429 &#8211; both with 47% increase – Biggest Change in class!!</p>
  8913. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  8914. – 318 @ 70%<br />
  8915. – 945 @ 71%<br />
  8916. – 926 @ 86%<br />
  8917. – 1109 &#8211; with 27% increase – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  8918. <p>• CREWS<br />
  8919. – 489 @ 100% – Biggest Change in class!<br />
  8920. – 496 @ 75%<br />
  8921. – 2828 @ 65%</p>
  8922. <p>• POSTS<br />
  8923. – 1010 @ 50% &#8211; Biggest Change in class<br />
  8924. – 1986 @ 17%</p>
  8925. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  8926. – 125 @ 50%</p>
  8927. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  8928. – Commissioners @ 76%<br />
  8929. – Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 100%<br />
  8930. – District Committee @ 86%<br />
  8931. – Merit Badge Counselors @ 58% – Biggest Change!</p>
  8932. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-17/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8933. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8940. <item>
  8941. <title>Volunteer Opportunities at Ligon 5K Run: October 6</title>
  8942. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteer-opportunities-at-ligon-5k-run-october-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=volunteer-opportunities-at-ligon-5k-run-october-6</link>
  8943. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteer-opportunities-at-ligon-5k-run-october-6/#respond</comments>
  8945. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8946. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:43:37 +0000</pubDate>
  8947. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1029</guid>
  8948.  
  8949. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouting Service hours opportunity: Friends House Retirement Community will host the second Ligon 5K Run on October 6, 2018. Volunteers are needed for the water station, direction pointing, set up and break down. The race begins at 9:00 am and will end by the latest 11:00 am. All paces are welcome to participate in the [&#8230;]</p>
  8950. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteer-opportunities-at-ligon-5k-run-october-6/">Volunteer Opportunities at Ligon 5K Run: October 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8951. ]]></description>
  8952. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scouting Service hours opportunity: Friends House Retirement Community will host the second Ligon 5K Run on October 6, 2018. Volunteers are needed for the water station, direction pointing, set up and break down. The race begins at 9:00 am and will end by the latest 11:00 am. All paces are welcome to participate in the race please go to <a href="http://www.friendshouse.com/lifestyle/events/">http://www.friendshouse.com/lifestyle/events/</a> for more details. Contact Erin Mitchell at <a href="mailto:emitchell@friendshouse.com">emitchell@friendshouse.com</a> or 301-924-7523 for questions and volunteer opportunities.</p>
  8953. <p>Dr. Rick Manteuffel should be able to sign MCPS SSL hour forms, or vouch for scout rank service hours. If there is any questions on this event, folks can contact <a href="mailto:emitchell@friendshouse.com">emitchell@friendshouse.com</a>, directly.</p>
  8954. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteer-opportunities-at-ligon-5k-run-october-6/">Volunteer Opportunities at Ligon 5K Run: October 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8955. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8958. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8961. </item>
  8962. <item>
  8963. <title>Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 26</title>
  8964. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-26</link>
  8965. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-26/#respond</comments>
  8967. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8968. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:39:59 +0000</pubDate>
  8969. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1028</guid>
  8970.  
  8971. <description><![CDATA[<p>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training Wednesday, Sept. 26 at the Scout Center At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM 9190 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20814 Tom DiMisa</p>
  8972. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-26/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8973. ]]></description>
  8974. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training</div>
  8975. <p>Wednesday, Sept. 26 at the Scout Center<br />
  8976. At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM<br />
  8977. 9190 Rockville Pike<br />
  8978. Bethesda, MD 20814</p>
  8979. <div style="text-align: left" align="right"><a href="mailto:tdimisa@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tom DiMisa</a></div>
  8980. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-26/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8981. ]]></content:encoded>
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  8984. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  8987. </item>
  8988. <item>
  8989. <title>Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 19</title>
  8990. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-19</link>
  8991. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-19/#respond</comments>
  8993. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  8994. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:38:06 +0000</pubDate>
  8995. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1026</guid>
  8996.  
  8997. <description><![CDATA[<p>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training Wednesday, Sept. 19 at the Scout Center At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM 9190 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20814 Tom DiMisa</p>
  8998. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-19/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  8999. ]]></description>
  9000. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training</div>
  9001. <p>Wednesday, Sept. 19 at the Scout Center<br />
  9002. At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM<br />
  9003. 9190 Rockville Pike<br />
  9004. Bethesda, MD 20814</p>
  9005. <div style="text-align: left" align="right"><a href="mailto:tdimisa@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tom DiMisa</a></div>
  9006. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-19/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9007. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9010. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9013. </item>
  9014. <item>
  9015. <title>Upcoming Cub Scout Roundtable Themes</title>
  9016. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-cub-scout-roundtable-themes/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=upcoming-cub-scout-roundtable-themes</link>
  9017. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-cub-scout-roundtable-themes/#respond</comments>
  9019. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9020. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:34:52 +0000</pubDate>
  9021. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1025</guid>
  9022.  
  9023. <description><![CDATA[<p>To help Den and pack leaders with planning their upcoming den and pack meetings, the Roundtable plans to cover the following topics this year: 10/11/18 Law: “Obedient” Theme: “Super Cub!” Interest Topics: TBD, This will also be the night of Recharter Training. (Moved) 11/8/18 Law: “Kind” Theme: “Paying it Forward” Interest Topics: The BSA Structure [&#8230;]</p>
  9024. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-cub-scout-roundtable-themes/">Upcoming Cub Scout Roundtable Themes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9025. ]]></description>
  9026. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To help Den and pack leaders with planning their upcoming den and pack meetings, the Roundtable plans to cover the following topics this year:</p>
  9027. <ul>
  9028. <li>10/11/18 Law: “Obedient” Theme: “Super Cub!” Interest Topics: TBD, <del>This will also be the night of Recharter Training.</del> (Moved)</li>
  9029. <li>11/8/18 Law: “Kind” Theme: “Paying it Forward” Interest Topics: The BSA Structure and the Aims of Scouting. This will also be the night of the Webelos Midway.  This will also be the night of Recharter Training. (Revised)</li>
  9030. <li>12/13/18 Law: “Reverent” Theme: “Winter Wonderland” Interest Topics: Religious Emblems Awards Program and the Duty to God in Cub Scouting.</li>
  9031. <li>1/10/19 Law: “Loyal” Theme: “Scout Salute” Interest Topic: Den and Pack Discipline</li>
  9032. <li>2/14/19 Law: “Trustworthy” Theme: “Let the Games Begin” Interest Topic: The Webelos to Scout Transition: Preparation and Ceremonies</li>
  9033. <li>3/14/19 Law: “Thrifty” Theme: “A-Camping We Will Go” Interest Topic: Places to Go and Things to See and Do</li>
  9034. <li>4/11/19 Law: “Helpful” Theme: “Jobs, Jobs, Jobs” Interest Topic: Leader Recruiting and Succession Planning</li>
  9035. <li>5/9/19 Law: “Courteous” Theme: “S’More Cub Scout Fun” Interest Topic: Annual Planning and Planing Safely</li>
  9036. <li>6/13/19 Law: “Clean” Theme: “A Picnic with Pizzazz” Interest Topics: Cub Scouting for the Family and Member Retention. This will also be our annual BBQ.</li>
  9037. </ul>
  9038. <p>This is only the plan for Roundtable topics and themes in an effort to be helpful for your own planning; you are welcome to follow your own course of themes and topics. The topics are subject to change as the needs of local units and changes in the national program may dictate.</p>
  9039. <p>Alex Pranger</p>
  9040. <p>Updated 9/22/2018</p>
  9041. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/upcoming-cub-scout-roundtable-themes/">Upcoming Cub Scout Roundtable Themes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9042. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9045. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9048. </item>
  9049. <item>
  9050. <title>Nuclear Science Merit Badge: October 13</title>
  9051. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13</link>
  9052. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13/#respond</comments>
  9054. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9055. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:26:10 +0000</pubDate>
  9056. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1024</guid>
  9057.  
  9058. <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you earned your nuclear science merit badge? Join the Health Physics Society on October 13 from 9am to 3pm. $5 per scout/student/adult Pier 13 Canton Marine Terminals 4601 Newgate Ave Baltimore, MD 21224 Pre-registration required by October 9. Flyer</p>
  9059. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13/">Nuclear Science Merit Badge: October 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9060. ]]></description>
  9061. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you earned your nuclear science merit badge?</p>
  9062. <p>Join the Health Physics Society on October 13 from 9am to 3pm.</p>
  9063. <p>$5 per scout/student/adult</p>
  9064. <p>Pier 13 Canton Marine Terminals<br />
  9065. 4601 Newgate Ave<br />
  9066. Baltimore, MD 21224</p>
  9067. <p><a href="https://bwchps.wildapricot.org/event-3015474">Pre-registration required</a> by October 9.</p>
  9068. <p><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/rbvy2a9030k1jrb/Nuclear%20Science%20Merit%20Badge%20%281%29.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  9069. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13/">Nuclear Science Merit Badge: October 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9070. ]]></content:encoded>
  9072. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/nuclear-science-merit-badge-october-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  9073. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9076. </item>
  9077. <item>
  9078. <title>Recharter Training News: November 8</title>
  9079. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-news-november-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-training-news-november-8</link>
  9080. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-news-november-8/#respond</comments>
  9082. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9083. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:07:12 +0000</pubDate>
  9084. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1023</guid>
  9085.  
  9086. <description><![CDATA[<p>All Units &#8211; PLEASE plan to have your recharter processor or other representative on hand for the recharter training on November 8th at LDS in Montgomery Village. We will start at 6:30 PM &#8211; questions to follow Logon codes are being emailed again this year &#8211; ask your Key 3 to forward when received next [&#8230;]</p>
  9087. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-news-november-8/">Recharter Training News: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9088. ]]></description>
  9089. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All Units &#8211; <b>PLEASE </b>plan to have your recharter processor or other representative on hand for the recharter training on November 8th at LDS in Montgomery Village.</div>
  9090. <div></div>
  9091. <div>We will start at 6:30 PM &#8211; questions to follow</div>
  9092. <div></div>
  9093. <div>Logon codes are being emailed again this year &#8211; ask your Key 3 to forward when received next month.</div>
  9094. <div></div>
  9095. <div>Handbook was sent earlier to all Recharter Processors on file. If you need one, contact me. Please read it, new payment options including echeck this year, finally up.</div>
  9096. <div></div>
  9097. <div><a href="mailto:carlos.salazar@scouting.org">Carlos Salazar</a> will also be collecting and entering any missing or updated position apps at this meeting. Please come prepared to work any up front issues or roster questions.</div>
  9098. <div></div>
  9099. <div>YIDS</div>
  9100. <div>Commish</div>
  9101. <div><a href="mailto:ghenley2@gmail.com">Gordon Henley</a></div>
  9102. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-news-november-8/">Recharter Training News: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9103. ]]></content:encoded>
  9105. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-training-news-november-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  9106. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9109. </item>
  9110. <item>
  9111. <title>WEBELOS ACADEMY 2018: October 13</title>
  9112. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-academy-2018-october-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=webelos-academy-2018-october-13</link>
  9113. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-academy-2018-october-13/#respond</comments>
  9115. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9116. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:00:32 +0000</pubDate>
  9117. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1022</guid>
  9118.  
  9119. <description><![CDATA[<p>Saint Anselms Abbey School is pleased to announce registration is now open for WEBELOS Academy 2018. Date:    Saturday October 13 Time:    Doors open at 9AM               AM Session runs 10AM-12PM               Lunch 12-1PM               PM [&#8230;]</p>
  9120. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-academy-2018-october-13/">WEBELOS ACADEMY 2018: October 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9121. ]]></description>
  9122. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Saint Anselms Abbey School is pleased to announce registration is now open for WEBELOS Academy 2018.</div>
  9123. <div></div>
  9124. <div>Date:    Saturday October 13</div>
  9125. <div>Time:    Doors open at 9AM</div>
  9126. <div>              AM Session runs 10AM-12PM</div>
  9127. <div>              Lunch 12-1PM</div>
  9128. <div>              PM Session runs 1-3PM</div>
  9129. <div>At:         Saint Anselms Abbey School</div>
  9130. <div>
  9131. <div>              <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=4501+South+Dakota+Ave+NE+Washington,+DC++20017&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">4501 South Dakota Ave NE</a></div>
  9132. <div>               <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=4501+South+Dakota+Ave+NE+Washington,+DC++20017&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">Washington, DC </a> <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=4501+South+Dakota+Ave+NE+Washington,+DC++20017&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">20017</a></div>
  9133. <div></div>
  9134. <div>5 Activity Pins Offered:</div>
  9135. <div>================</div>
  9136. <div>&#8211; First Responder</div>
  9137. <div>&#8211; Engineer</div>
  9138. <div>&#8211; Sportsman</div>
  9139. <div>&#8211; Into The Woods</div>
  9140. <div>&#8211; Art Explosion</div>
  9141. <div></div>
  9142. <div>Registration Fee:</div>
  9143. <div>============</div>
  9144. <div>&#8211; $10 per activity ($20 for both AM and PM sessions)</div>
  9145. <div>&#8211; payable in Cash at the door</div>
  9146. <div>&#8211; lunch is included (hot dogs, chips &amp; water)</div>
  9147. <div></div>
  9148. <div>Signup link:</div>
  9149. <div><a href="https://www.saintanselms.org/admissions/webelos-academy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.saintanselms.org/admissions/webelos-academy</a></div>
  9150. <div></div>
  9151. <div>Hope to see you there!</div>
  9152. <div></div>
  9153. <div>Ken Low</div>
  9154. <div>ASM &#8211; Troop 1946</div>
  9155. <div>on behalf of Saint Anselms Abbey</div>
  9156. </div>
  9157. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-academy-2018-october-13/">WEBELOS ACADEMY 2018: October 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9158. ]]></content:encoded>
  9160. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-academy-2018-october-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  9161. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9164. </item>
  9165. <item>
  9166. <title>Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected</title>
  9167. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-28</link>
  9168. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-28/#respond</comments>
  9170. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9171. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:55:55 +0000</pubDate>
  9172. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1021</guid>
  9173.  
  9174. <description><![CDATA[<p>Take a Hike on the Training Trail at National Capital Area Council’s Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow! What is Pow Wow?    Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Charter Organization Representatives, parents of Cub Scouts, and Cub Scout-interested persons.  You’ll spend the day learning new ideas, concepts [&#8230;]</p>
  9175. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-28/">Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9176. ]]></description>
  9177. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Take a Hike on the </strong><strong>Training Trail at<br />
  9178. </strong><strong>National Capital Area Council’s<br />
  9179. </strong><strong>Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow!</strong></p>
  9180. <p><u><strong>What is Pow Wow?</strong></u>    Pow Wow is a supplemental, action-packed training event for adult Cub Scout Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Charter Organization Representatives, parents of Cub Scouts, and Cub Scout-interested persons.  You’ll spend the day learning new ideas, concepts and having hands-on experiences that will enhance your ability to deliver and support a fun-filled, exciting program to Cub Scouts.</p>
  9181. <p><strong><u>When is Pow Wow?</u></strong>    Pow Wow is Saturday, October 27, 2018.  Doors open at 7:30 am with 8:00 am for walk-in registration (please, no early arrivals) and pre-registered package pick-up in the cafeteria.  Opening ceremony begins at 8:25 am. The first training session starts at 9:00 am.</p>
  9182. <p><strong><u>Where is Pow Wow? </u></strong>  At Annandale High School, 4700 Medford Drive, Annandale, Virginia.  Registration and check-in is in the cafeteria.</p>
  9183. <p>Registration is now <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-20463">open</a></p>
  9184. <p><u><strong>What if I have question about Pow Wow? </strong></u>  Send an e-mail to</p>
  9185. <p>Bill Mayo at: <a href="mailto:NCAC.PowWow@gmail.com">NCAC.PowWow@gmail.com</a></p>
  9186. <p>Date corrected to October 27</p>
  9187. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-leader-pow-wow-october-28/">Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow: October 27 &#8211; Corrected</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9188. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9191. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9194. </item>
  9195. <item>
  9196. <title>Current List of Units Running Facebook Ads</title>
  9197. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/current-list-of-units-running-facebook-ads/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=current-list-of-units-running-facebook-ads</link>
  9198. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/current-list-of-units-running-facebook-ads/#respond</comments>
  9200. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9201. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:46:12 +0000</pubDate>
  9202. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1019</guid>
  9203.  
  9204. <description><![CDATA[<p>The attached Excel spreadsheet has the links to the upcoming JSN events that are getting National Facebook ad support. If your event is not here, please reach out  to Carlos Salazar. This is the current list of units that are running Facebook ads. As a reminder, we are running an ad that a unit would [&#8230;]</p>
  9205. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/current-list-of-units-running-facebook-ads/">Current List of Units Running Facebook Ads</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9206. ]]></description>
  9207. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/National-Capital-Area-Council.xlsx">attached Excel spreadsheet</a> has the links to the upcoming JSN events that are getting National Facebook ad support. If your event is not here, please reach out  to <a href="mailto:Carlos.Salazar@scouting.org">Carlos Salazar</a>.</p>
  9208. <p>This is the current list of units that are running Facebook ads.</p>
  9209. <p>As a reminder, we are running an ad that a unit would allow Facebook users to submit a “lead form” directly from the Facebook profile information (a click of a button) without having to leave the platform.  These are folks who have said they’d like to learn more about Scouting.  They have submitted their first name, last name, email address, phone, and zip code.</p>
  9210. <p>The units should RSVP, share, comment, and respond to people on the event for maximum exposure.</p>
  9211. <p>Carlos Salazar</p>
  9212. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/current-list-of-units-running-facebook-ads/">Current List of Units Running Facebook Ads</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9213. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9216. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9219. </item>
  9220. <item>
  9221. <title>Popcorn Mystery House &#8211; First House Found</title>
  9222. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-house-first-house-found/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=popcorn-mystery-house-first-house-found</link>
  9223. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-house-first-house-found/#respond</comments>
  9225. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9226. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
  9227. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1018</guid>
  9228.  
  9229. <description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to Zack from Pack 468 on being the first Scout to find a Mystery House! Want to find a mystery house go to the Seneca District popcorn page to find out more.</p>
  9230. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-house-first-house-found/">Popcorn Mystery House &#8211; First House Found</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9231. ]]></description>
  9232. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Congratulations to Zack from Pack 468 on being the first Scout to find a Mystery House! Want to find a mystery house go to the Seneca District <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sample-page/popcorn/">popcorn page</a> to find out more.</div>
  9233. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-mystery-house-first-house-found/">Popcorn Mystery House &#8211; First House Found</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9234. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9237. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9240. </item>
  9241. <item>
  9242. <title>Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 12</title>
  9243. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-12</link>
  9244. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-12/#respond</comments>
  9246. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9247. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:44:34 +0000</pubDate>
  9248. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1016</guid>
  9249.  
  9250. <description><![CDATA[<p>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training Wednesday, Sept. 12 at the Scout Center At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM 9190 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20814 Tom DiMisa</p>
  9251. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-12/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9252. ]]></description>
  9253. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Potomac District will offer In-Person Youth Protection Training</div>
  9254. <p>Wednesday, Sept. 12 at the Scout Center<br />
  9255. At both 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM<br />
  9256. 9190 Rockville Pike<br />
  9257. Bethesda, MD 20814</p>
  9258. <div style="text-align: left" align="right"><a href="mailto:tdimisa@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tom DiMisa</a></div>
  9259. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training-in-person-training-september-12/">Youth Protection Training &#8211; In-Person Training: September 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9260. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9263. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9266. </item>
  9267. <item>
  9268. <title>The 2018 Webelos Midway: November 8</title>
  9269. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2018-webelos-midway-november-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=the-2018-webelos-midway-november-8</link>
  9270. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2018-webelos-midway-november-8/#respond</comments>
  9272. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9273. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
  9274. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1014</guid>
  9275.  
  9276. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, November 8, 2018 Location: LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave. , Montgomery Village MD 20886 Time: 6:00-7:30pm Webelos Last year’s Webelos Midway was very successful.  We had over 100 Webelos at the Midway. This year&#8217;s theme will give your Webelos Dens a chance to meet with our Troops and get a taste of what [&#8230;]</p>
  9277. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2018-webelos-midway-november-8/">The 2018 Webelos Midway: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9278. ]]></description>
  9279. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thursday, November 8, 2018</p>
  9280. <p><strong>Location</strong>: LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave. , Montgomery Village MD 20886<br />
  9281. <strong>Time</strong>: 6:00-7:30pm<br />
  9282. <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003.png"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1015" src="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-240x300.png" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-240x300.png 240w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003-768x959.png 768w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/09/image003.png 776w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /></a></p>
  9283. <p><strong>Webelos<br />
  9284. </strong>Last year’s Webelos Midway was very successful.  We had over 100 Webelos at the Midway. This year&#8217;s theme will give your Webelos Dens a chance to meet with our Troops and get a taste of what they will be doing after crossing over into the Scouting BSA (Boy Scouts) program.</p>
  9285. <p><strong>Troops<br />
  9286. </strong>This is your opportunity to sell your unit, and show the Webelos what they will experience as a Scout.</p>
  9287. <p>We need every Troop in the district to participate. To register a kiosk at the Webelos Midway sign up online here:</p>
  9288. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kzdhYccDphC8mUWfiF2cae6GWMyooHnXUPvao-vnteA/edit?usp=sharing">https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kzdhYccDphC8mUWfiF2cae6GWMyooHnXUPvao-vnteA/edit?usp=sharing</a></p>
  9289. <p>Hay, if you do not like the activities listed, make up your own! Call Howard or Daniel to get an OK from us about your proposed substitution.</p>
  9290. <p>Contact Howard at <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a> Please put “Scouts” in the subject line. My phone number is 301.580.7190.</p>
  9291. <p>Contact Daniel at <a href="mailto:danieldelacy@outlook.com">danieldelacy@outlook.com</a>. His phone number is 202.304.4566</p>
  9292. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2018-webelos-midway-november-8/">The 2018 Webelos Midway: November 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9293. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9296. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9299. </item>
  9300. <item>
  9301. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</title>
  9302. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-sept-13</link>
  9303. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-13/#respond</comments>
  9305. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9306. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:28:35 +0000</pubDate>
  9307. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1013</guid>
  9308.  
  9309. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Cub Scout Roundtable is here to help you. We welcome new leaders and parents with questions and seasoned leaders with experience. Facilitated by the Roundtable staff, we all work together to put on the best program we can for our Scouts. For the September Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Friendly” [&#8230;]</p>
  9310. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9311. ]]></description>
  9312. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Cub Scout Roundtable is here to help you. We welcome new leaders and parents with questions and seasoned leaders with experience. Facilitated by the Roundtable staff, we all work together to put on the best program we can for our Scouts.</p>
  9313. <p>For the September Roundtable we will be using the Scout Law point “Friendly” and the theme of “Friends Near and Far”. Our interest topic will be “I just got volun-told that I am the new Cubmaster/Den Leader/Committee Chair – Please Help!” with our Big Rocks topic covering the Resources that can help you succeed as an Adult Leader. We also plan to have commissioners on hand to help units ensure their “Be-A-Scout” pins are up to date. Please come join us. Please invite the new (and returning) leaders of your pack to join us. Light refreshments are served.</p>
  9314. <p>7:30pm-8:30pm, Thursday September 13, Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</p>
  9315. <p>To help Den and pack leaders with planning their upcoming den and pack meetings, the Roundtable plans to cover the following topics this year:</p>
  9316. <ul>
  9317. <li>10/11/18 Law: “Obedient” Theme: “Super Cub!” Interest Topics: TBD, This will also be the night of Recharter Training.</li>
  9318. <li>11/8/18 Law: “Kind” Theme: “Paying it Forward” Interest Topics: The BSA Structure and the Aims of Scouting. This will also be the night of the Webelos Midway.</li>
  9319. <li>12/13/18 Law: “Reverent” Theme: “Winter Wonderland” Interest Topics: Religious Emblems Awards Program and the Duty to God in Cub Scouting.</li>
  9320. <li>1/10/19 Law: “Loyal” Theme: “Scout Salute” Interest Topic: Den and Pack Discipline</li>
  9321. <li>2/14/19 Law: “Trustworthy” Theme: “Let the Games Begin” Interest Topic: The Webelos to Scout Transition: Preparation and Ceremonies</li>
  9322. <li>3/14/19 Law: “Thrifty” Theme: “A-Camping We Will Go” Interest Topic: Places to Go and Things to See and Do</li>
  9323. <li>4/11/19 Law: “Helpful” Theme: “Jobs, Jobs, Jobs” Interest Topic: Leader Recruiting and Succession Planning</li>
  9324. <li>5/9/19 Law: “Courteous” Theme: “S’More Cub Scout Fun” Interest Topic: Annual Planning and Planing Safely</li>
  9325. <li>6/13/19 Law: “Clean” Theme: “A Picnic with Pizzazz” Interest Topics: Cub Scouting for the Family and Member Retention. This will also be our annual BBQ.</li>
  9326. </ul>
  9327. <p>This is only the plan for Roundtable topics and themes in an effort to be helpful for your own planning; you are welcome to follow your own course of themes and topics. The topics are subject to change as the needs of local units and changes in the national program may dictate.</p>
  9328. <p>Alex Pranger</p>
  9329. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-sept-13/">Cub Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9330. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9333. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9336. </item>
  9337. <item>
  9338. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</title>
  9339. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-sept-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-sept-13</link>
  9340. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-sept-13/#respond</comments>
  9342. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9343. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
  9344. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1012</guid>
  9345.  
  9346. <description><![CDATA[<p>The new topic for Thursday’s Boy Scout Roundtable will be ” Fit and Fitting: Integrating the New Assistant Scoutmaster&#8221;. Presented by Jeff Baker. Conrad Mallia</p>
  9347. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-sept-13/">Boy Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9348. ]]></description>
  9349. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The new topic for Thursday’s Boy Scout Roundtable will be ” Fit and Fitting: Integrating the New Assistant Scoutmaster&#8221;.</p>
  9350. <p>Presented by Jeff Baker.<br />
  9351. Conrad Mallia</p>
  9352. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-sept-13/">Boy Scout Roundtable: Sept 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9353. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9359. </item>
  9360. <item>
  9361. <title>Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 9</title>
  9362. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-9</link>
  9363. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-9/#respond</comments>
  9365. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9366. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:21:34 +0000</pubDate>
  9367. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1011</guid>
  9368.  
  9369. <description><![CDATA[<p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? Congratulations to Crew 713 &#8211; they are the first Seneca unit to achieve 100% Youth Protection Training!! District overall improved by 4% in the past week!!  But we need a higher achievement rate to [&#8230;]</p>
  9370. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-9/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9371. ]]></description>
  9372. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></p>
  9373. <p><strong>Congratulations to Crew 713</strong> &#8211; they are the first Seneca unit to achieve 100% Youth Protection Training!!</p>
  9374. <p>District overall improved by 4% in the past week!!  But we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT by September 30.  Ready to do your part?</p>
  9375. <p>Leader Boards – for Oct. 1 compliance – as of September 9<br />
  9376. • PACKS<br />
  9377. – 694 @ 83%<br />
  9378. – 468 @ 79%<br />
  9379. – 1438 @ 73%<br />
  9380. – 1094 @ 40% – Biggest Change in class!!</p>
  9381. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  9382. – 318 @ 70%<br />
  9383. – 207 @ 59%<br />
  9384. – 926 @ 75% – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  9385. <p>• CREWS<br />
  9386. – 713 @ 100% – Biggest Change in class!<br />
  9387. – 489 @ 83%<br />
  9388. – 496 @ 63%</p>
  9389. <p>• POSTS<br />
  9390. – 1010 @ 40%<br />
  9391. – 1986 @ 17%</p>
  9392. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  9393. – 125 @ 33%</p>
  9394. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  9395. – Commissioners @ 74% – Biggest Change!<br />
  9396. – Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 33%<br />
  9397. – District Committee @ 77%<br />
  9398. – Merit Badge Counselors @ 45%</p>
  9399. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-9/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9400. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9403. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9406. </item>
  9407. <item>
  9408. <title>Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 1</title>
  9409. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-1/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-1</link>
  9410. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-1/#respond</comments>
  9412. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9413. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 03:24:34 +0000</pubDate>
  9414. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1010</guid>
  9415.  
  9416. <description><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list! Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? District overall improved by 4% in the past week!!  But we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT by [&#8230;]</p>
  9417. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-1/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 1</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9418. ]]></description>
  9419. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list!</p>
  9420. <p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></p>
  9421. <p>District overall improved by 4% in the past week!!  But we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT by September 30.  Ready to do your part?</p>
  9422. <p>Leader Boards – for Oct. 1 compliance – as of September 1<br />
  9423. • PACKS<br />
  9424. – 694 @ 75%<br />
  9425. – 468 @ 71%<br />
  9426. – 1438 @ 73% – Biggest Change in class!!</p>
  9427. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  9428. – 318 @ 70%<br />
  9429. – 1397 @ 54%<br />
  9430. – 1429 @ 53%<br />
  9431. – 926 @ 50% – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  9432. <p>• CREWS<br />
  9433. – 489 @ 67%<br />
  9434. – 713 @ 80%<br />
  9435. – 496 @ 63% – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  9436. <p>• POSTS<br />
  9437. – 1010 @ 40%<br />
  9438. – 1986 @ 17%</p>
  9439. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  9440. – 125 @ 33%</p>
  9441. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  9442. – Commissioners @ 65%<br />
  9443. – Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 33%<br />
  9444. – District Committee @ 72% – Biggest Change!<br />
  9445. – Merit Badge Counselors @ 40%</p>
  9446. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-september-1/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective September 1</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9450. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9453. </item>
  9454. <item>
  9455. <title>Scoutbook Subscriptions will be free starting January 1, 2019</title>
  9456. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scoutbook-subscriptions-will-be-free-starting-january-1-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scoutbook-subscriptions-will-be-free-starting-january-1-2019</link>
  9457. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scoutbook-subscriptions-will-be-free-starting-january-1-2019/#respond</comments>
  9459. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9460. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 03:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
  9461. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1009</guid>
  9462.  
  9463. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scoutbook to be Free for all Families and Units Good Morning D.C. Scouter, As a long time user of Scoutbook across a Cub Scout Pack and Boy Scout Troop, I&#8217;m really excited to share the news that effective January 1, 2019, Scoutbook subscriptions will be free to all Boy Scouts of America units. The complete [&#8230;]</p>
  9464. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scoutbook-subscriptions-will-be-free-starting-january-1-2019/">Scoutbook Subscriptions will be free starting January 1, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9465. ]]></description>
  9466. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scoutbook to be Free for all Families and Units</p>
  9467. <div class="attachment attachment--preview attachment--printed"><img decoding="async" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/bc5b1bb96ff7bda41b5aec1e2/images/f847a20d-faee-4251-b824-107af50b4cfa.jpg" width="600" height="138" /></div>
  9468. <p>Good Morning D.C. Scouter,</p>
  9469. <p>As a long time user of Scoutbook across a Cub Scout Pack and Boy Scout Troop, I&#8217;m really excited to share the news that effective January 1, 2019, Scoutbook subscriptions will be free to all Boy Scouts of America units. The complete announcement and FAQ is provided below.</p>
  9470. <p>This decision comes after literally years of advocacy on our behalf by your Commissioner representatives to the Boy Scouts of America&#8217;s IT Standing Committee. I&#8217;m very pleased to see this investment in technology by BSA for all units, helping us all improve the quality of the scouting program we&#8217;re providing for our scouts and families.</p>
  9471. <p>Many Thanks and Yours in Scouting,<br />
  9472. /bryan/</p>
  9473. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scoutbook-subscriptions-will-be-free-starting-january-1-2019/">Scoutbook Subscriptions will be free starting January 1, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9474. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9477. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9480. </item>
  9481. <item>
  9482. <title>Eagle Scout Candidates</title>
  9483. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-candidates/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eagle-scout-candidates</link>
  9484. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-candidates/#respond</comments>
  9486. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9487. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 03:08:42 +0000</pubDate>
  9488. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1008</guid>
  9489.  
  9490. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention Eagle Scout Candidates: I (Tom Kennedy) will be on vacation through 16 September and will not have access to voicemail. If you care to leave an e-mail,  I’ll do my best to respond.  If you leave a voicemail, please understand that I will NOT respond until 17 Sep. If you need your Eagle Scout [&#8230;]</p>
  9491. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-candidates/">Eagle Scout Candidates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9492. ]]></description>
  9493. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><u>Attention Eagle Scout Candidates:</u></strong></p>
  9494. <p>I (Tom Kennedy) will be on vacation through 16 September and will not have access to voicemail. If you care to leave an e-mail,  I’ll do my best to respond.  If you leave a voicemail, please understand that I will NOT respond until 17 Sep.</p>
  9495. <p>If you need your Eagle Scout Service Project Proposal reviewed and signed off, or you Eagle Scout Package  reviewed, approved and scheduled for the 28 September Eagle Board,  please contact Christine Jeffrey at 301-466-9717.</p>
  9496. <p>Please feel free to call me after the 16<sup>th</sup>.<br />
  9497. Thank you<br />
  9498. Yours in Scouting and Best Regards,<br />
  9499. <strong><em>Tom<br />
  9500. </em></strong>Thomas C. Kennedy<br />
  9501. Scoutmaster Emeritus, BSA Troop 781<br />
  9502. Seneca District<br />
  9503. Advancement and Recognition Chairman<br />
  9504. Eagle Advancement Co-Chairman</p>
  9505. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-candidates/">Eagle Scout Candidates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9506. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9512. </item>
  9513. <item>
  9514. <title>Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 27</title>
  9515. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-27/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-27</link>
  9516. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-27/#respond</comments>
  9518. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9519. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2018 02:44:04 +0000</pubDate>
  9520. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=1006</guid>
  9521.  
  9522. <description><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list! Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? District overall improved by 3% in the past week!!  But truthfully we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT [&#8230;]</p>
  9523. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-27/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9524. ]]></description>
  9525. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list!</p>
  9526. <p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></p>
  9527. <p>District overall improved by 3% in the past week!!  But truthfully we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT by September 30.  Ready to do your part?</p>
  9528. <p>Leader Boards – for Oct. 1 compliance – as of August 27<br />
  9529. • PACKS<br />
  9530. – 694 @ 63%<br />
  9531. – 1199 @ 61%<br />
  9532. – 468 @ 60%<br />
  9533. – 1438 @ 50% – Biggest Change in class!!</p>
  9534. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  9535. – 318 @ 64%<br />
  9536. – 207 @ 52%<br />
  9537. – 1988 @ 52%<br />
  9538. – 489 @ 51%<br />
  9539. – 941 @ 18% – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  9540. <p>• CREWS<br />
  9541. – 489 @ 67%<br />
  9542. – 713 @ 67%<br />
  9543. – 2828 @ 50%<br />
  9544. – 496 @ 33% – Biggest Change in class!</p>
  9545. <p>• POSTS<br />
  9546. – 1010 @ 33%<br />
  9547. – 1986 @ 14%</p>
  9548. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  9549. – 125 @ 33%</p>
  9550. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  9551. – Commissioners @ 59%<br />
  9552. – Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 33%<br />
  9553. – District Committee @ 62% – Biggest Change!<br />
  9554. – Merit Badge Counselors @ 36%  – Biggest Change!</p>
  9555. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-27/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 27</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9556. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9559. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9562. </item>
  9563. <item>
  9564. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable Recap/Upcoming</title>
  9565. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-upcoming/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-recap-upcoming</link>
  9566. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-upcoming/#respond</comments>
  9568. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9569. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2018 02:26:29 +0000</pubDate>
  9570. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=999</guid>
  9571.  
  9572. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our August Round Table started off with a review of the monthly To Do List (see https://tinyurl.com/yca2wu2j) We then had a presentation on upcoming membership changes for the Order of The Arrow for Troops, Venture Crews and Sea Scouts.  Presentation is located at https://tinyurl.com/y8q5zzxw  We finally wrapped things up with an extended discussion of Family Scouting [&#8230;]</p>
  9573. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-upcoming/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap/Upcoming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9574. ]]></description>
  9575. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our August Round Table started off with a review of the monthly To Do List (see <a href="https://tinyurl.com/yca2wu2j">https://tinyurl.com/yca2wu2j</a>) We then had a presentation on upcoming membership changes for the Order of The Arrow for Troops, Venture Crews and Sea Scouts.  Presentation is located at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y8q5zzxw">https://tinyurl.com/y8q5zzxw</a>  We finally wrapped things up with an extended discussion of Family Scouting and the Scouting BSA program updates associated with it.  This presentation is located at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/y86pdz4y">https://tinyurl.com/y86pdz4y</a>.  September Round Table will have more updates on Family Scouting, Recruiting and a subject TBD.</p>
  9576. <div>
  9577. <div dir="ltr">
  9578. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  9579. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p></div>
  9580. </div>
  9581. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap-upcoming/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap/Upcoming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9582. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9588. </item>
  9589. <item>
  9590. <title>Safety @ Sea: September 15</title>
  9591. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/safety-sea-september-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=safety-sea-september-15</link>
  9592. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/safety-sea-september-15/#respond</comments>
  9594. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9595. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:58:02 +0000</pubDate>
  9596. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=990</guid>
  9597.  
  9598. <description><![CDATA[<p>The US Coast Guard Sector Maryland-National Capital Region, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, and the Northeast Region Area 6 Sea Scouts will be co-hosting a &#8220;Safety @ Sea&#8221; event on Saturday, September 15, 2018, 8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:30 p.m., at the USCG Yard, Baltimore.  A flyer is attached. Scouts/Venturers ages 14-20 are invited to join us for this [&#8230;]</p>
  9599. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/safety-sea-september-15/">Safety @ Sea: September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9600. ]]></description>
  9601. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The US Coast Guard Sector Maryland-National Capital Region, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, and the Northeast Region Area 6 Sea Scouts will be co-hosting a &#8220;Safety @ Sea&#8221; event on Saturday, September 15, 2018, 8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:30 p.m., at the USCG Yard, Baltimore.  A <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/sasposter.pdf">flyer</a> is attached.</div>
  9602. <div></div>
  9603. <div>Scouts/Venturers ages 14-20 are invited to join us for this exciting event, which will feature a variety of hands-on activities. The cost is $30 per person, which includes lunch and a commemorative t-shirt. The Boarding Manual with all the details is available on the NCAC website, under the Sea Scout program.  Anyone with questions is welcome to contact me at <a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a> or at (202) 577-7339.</div>
  9604. <div></div>
  9605. <div>REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 9:00 a.m. September 1, 2018.</div>
  9606. <div></div>
  9607. <div>Thanks!</div>
  9608. <div>Paula Sind-Prunier</div>
  9609. <div>NCAC Vice Commodore &#8211; Maritime Community Liaison</div>
  9610. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/safety-sea-september-15/">Safety @ Sea: September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9611. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9617. </item>
  9618. <item>
  9619. <title>Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 18</title>
  9620. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-18</link>
  9621. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-18/#respond</comments>
  9623. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9624. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:51:25 +0000</pubDate>
  9625. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=989</guid>
  9626.  
  9627. <description><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list! Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? District overall improved by 3% in the past week!!  But truthfully we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with [&#8230;]</p>
  9628. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-18/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9629. ]]></description>
  9630. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  9631. <p>Get the full scoop of who is leading the Seneca list!</p>
  9632. <p>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></p>
  9633. <p>District overall improved by 3% in the past week!!  But truthfully we need a higher achievement rate to have everyone completed with YPT by September 30.  Ready to do your part?</p>
  9634. <p>Leader Boards &#8211; for Oct. 1 compliance &#8211; as of August 18<br />
  9635. • PACKS<br />
  9636. &#8211; 694 @ 63%<br />
  9637. &#8211; 1199 @ 61%<br />
  9638. &#8211; 468 @ 60%<br />
  9639. &#8211; 436 @ 27% &#8211; Biggest Change!!</p>
  9640. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  9641. &#8211; 318 @ 64%<br />
  9642. &#8211; 1988 @ 52%<br />
  9643. &#8211; 207 @ 48%<br />
  9644. &#8211; 1097 @ 39% &#8211; Biggest Change!</p>
  9645. <p>• CREWS<br />
  9646. &#8211; 489 @ 67%<br />
  9647. &#8211; 713 @ 67%<br />
  9648. &#8211; 2828 @ 50%<br />
  9649. &#8211; 496 @ 22% &#8211; Biggest Change!</p>
  9650. <p>• POSTS<br />
  9651. &#8211; 1010 @ 33%<br />
  9652. &#8211; 1986 @ 14%</p>
  9653. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  9654. &#8211; 125 @ 33%</p>
  9655. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  9656. &#8211; Commissioners @ 59%<br />
  9657. &#8211; Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 33%<br />
  9658. &#8211; District Committee @ 56% &#8211; Biggest Change!<br />
  9659. &#8211; Merit Badge Counselors @ 31%</p>
  9660. </div>
  9661. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-effective-august-18/">Are You on Our Leader Board? Effective August 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9668. </item>
  9669. <item>
  9670. <title>World Jamboree Adult Volunteers Still Needed!</title>
  9671. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-adult-volunteers-still-needed/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=world-jamboree-adult-volunteers-still-needed</link>
  9672. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-adult-volunteers-still-needed/#respond</comments>
  9674. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9675. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:32:31 +0000</pubDate>
  9676. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=998</guid>
  9677.  
  9678. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you interested in World Jamboree but thought you were too late to register? Fear not!  Many positions are still open!See this article for detailsSpecifically, we need:Medical positions available: For more info about these positions, contact jambomed@scouting.org • Physician • Physician Assistant • Nurse • Advance Practice Nurse (NP, CNS) • Psychiatrist • Psychologist • Mental [&#8230;]</p>
  9679. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-adult-volunteers-still-needed/">World Jamboree Adult Volunteers Still Needed!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9680. ]]></description>
  9681. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">Are you interested in World Jamboree but thought you were too late to register? Fear not!  Many positions are still open!<br class="" /><br class="" />See this <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2018/06/28/help-wanted-join-the-medical-or-program-staff-at-the-2019-world-scout-jamboree/">article for details</a><br class="" /><br class="" />Specifically, we need:<br class="" /><br class="" />Medical positions available:</div>
  9682. <div class="">For more info about these positions, contact <a href="mailto:jambomed@scouting.org">jambomed@scouting.org</a><br />
  9683. • Physician<br />
  9684. • Physician Assistant<br />
  9685. • Nurse<br />
  9686. • Advance Practice Nurse (NP, CNS)<br />
  9687. • Psychiatrist<br />
  9688. • Psychologist<br />
  9689. • Mental Health Staff<br />
  9690. • Licensed Social Worker<br />
  9691. • Paramedic/EMT<br />
  9692. • Technician/Aide<br />
  9693. • Licensed Counselor</div>
  9694. <div class=""><br class="" />Program positions available:</div>
  9695. <div>For more info about these positions, contact <a href="mailto:registration@2019wsj.org">registration@2019wsj.org</a><br />
  9696. <strong>Note</strong>: Specific certifications needed are listed below each area.<br />
  9697. • The Rocks/Boulder CoveClimbing Level 1<br />
  9698. • Climbing Level 2<br />
  9699. • Cope and Climbing Program Manager<br />
  9700. • National Camp School Climbing Director Certification<br />
  9701. • The Ropes/Action Point/The CanopyCOPE Level 1<br />
  9702. • COPE Level 2<br />
  9703. • Cope and Climbing Program Manager<br />
  9704. • National Camp School COPE Director Certification<br />
  9705. • AquaticsCertified SCUBA instructor and/or Divemaster<br />
  9706. • Certified Lifeguards<br />
  9707. • Aquatics Instructor, BSA<br />
  9708. • Shooting SportsNRA certification in rifle<br />
  9709. • NRA certification in shotgun<br />
  9710. • NRA certification in pistol<br />
  9711. • NRA certification in muzzle loading rifle<br />
  9712. • NRA shotgun coach<br />
  9713. • NRA rifle coach<br />
  9714. • NRA range safety officer<br />
  9715. • National Camp School Shooting Sports Director</div>
  9716. <div class="">
  9717. <p><br class="" />Logistics positions available:</p>
  9718. <div class="">• Rescue EMS</div>
  9719. <p><br class="" />YIS,</p>
  9720. </div>
  9721. <div class="">Matt Beyers<br class="" />Chair, Seneca District<br class="" />National Capital Area Council<br class="" /><a class="" href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a></div>
  9722. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-adult-volunteers-still-needed/">World Jamboree Adult Volunteers Still Needed!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9723. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9729. </item>
  9730. <item>
  9731. <title>Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch!: November 4</title>
  9732. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4</link>
  9733. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4/#respond</comments>
  9735. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9736. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:32:28 +0000</pubDate>
  9737. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=996</guid>
  9738.  
  9739. <description><![CDATA[<p>A Scout is Reverent! NCAC is sponsoring a Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch to be held at Camp Synder on November 4, 2018 from 12pm-2pm. The event is geared towards all Scouting Families, Supporters of Scouting and Interfaith Leaders (registration is required to ensure proper count for lunch, but is free).  Recommendations are desired for recognizing [&#8230;]</p>
  9740. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch!: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9741. ]]></description>
  9742. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Scout is Reverent!</p>
  9743. <p>NCAC is sponsoring a Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch to be held at Camp Synder on November 4, 2018 from 12pm-2pm.</p>
  9744. <p>The event is geared towards all Scouting Families, Supporters of Scouting and Interfaith Leaders (registration is required to ensure proper count for lunch, but is free).  Recommendations are desired for recognizing Outstanding Scouts for their religious achievements and earning their religious emblems.</p>
  9745. <p>Executive Board Member <a href="mailto:forresthorton@verizon.net">Forrest Horton</a> is our volunteer brunch/program coordinator (703-919-4636). Please call him with questions or recommendations. To register, click <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/08/07/boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive/">here</a>.</p>
  9746. <p>Camp Synder<br />
  9747. 6100 Antioch Rd<br />
  9748. Haymarket, VA 20169</p>
  9749. <p>See <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/2018-Interfaith-Prayer-Brunch.pdf">attached flyer</a> for additional details.<br />
  9750. YIS,<br />
  9751. Matt Beyers<br />
  9752. Chair, Seneca District<br />
  9753. National Capital Area Council<br />
  9754. <a href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a></p>
  9755. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-wide-interfaith-prayer-brunch-november-4/">Council-wide Interfaith Prayer Brunch!: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9756. ]]></content:encoded>
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  9763. <item>
  9764. <title>InterAct Story Theatre</title>
  9765. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=interact-story-theatre</link>
  9766. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre/#respond</comments>
  9768. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9769. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2018 12:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
  9770. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=993</guid>
  9771.  
  9772. <description><![CDATA[<p>This fall, InterAct Story Theatre will begin our fall season by returning to the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center this September, and we would like to continue to offer a discount to packs and troops!  There is a small admission fee and this show is best for ages 4 and up, so packs may be the [&#8230;]</p>
  9773. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre/">InterAct Story Theatre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9774. ]]></description>
  9775. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  9776. <p>This fall, InterAct Story Theatre will begin our fall season by returning to the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center this September, and we would like to continue to offer a discount to packs and troops!  There is a small admission fee and this show is best for ages 4 and up, so packs may be the most interested, but since we are a professional theatre company, older scouts may want to come to see the show to observe the theatre from a production perspective.</p>
  9777. <div></div>
  9778. <div>
  9779. <div>Our show is called <i>Voytto Tech: a scifi fable. </i>Its an interstellar play for kids and families about bullying, conflict, and doing the right thing when the universe goes wrong. Please take a look for the details on the show dates and times and our discount code. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.</div>
  9780. </div>
  9781. </div>
  9782. <div></div>
  9783. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/Voytto-Tech-Scout-Discount-Flier.pdf">Discount flyer</a></div>
  9784. <div>
  9785. <div>
  9786. <div></div>
  9787. <div>Thanks so much!</div>
  9788. </div>
  9789. </div>
  9790. <div>
  9791. <div><b>Steven Wolf</b></div>
  9792. </div>
  9793. <div class="gmail_signature">
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  9795. <div>
  9796. <div dir="ltr">
  9797. <div>
  9798. <div dir="ltr">
  9799. <div>
  9800. <div dir="ltr">
  9801. <p>Design and Publications Manager</p>
  9802. <p><b><span style="color: #351c75">InterAct Story Theatre</span></b><br />
  9803. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=11510+Georgia+Avenue,+Ste+140+Wheaton,+MD+20902&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">11510 Georgia Avenue, Ste 140</a><br />
  9804. <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=11510+Georgia+Avenue,+Ste+140+Wheaton,+MD+20902&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wheaton, MD 20902</a></p>
  9805. <p><span style="color: #274e13">Phone:</span> 301-467-6133<br />
  9806. <a href="mailto:steve@interactstory.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">steve@interactstory.com</a></p>
  9807. </div>
  9808. </div>
  9809. </div>
  9810. </div>
  9811. </div>
  9812. </div>
  9813. </div>
  9814. </div>
  9815. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre/">InterAct Story Theatre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9822. </item>
  9823. <item>
  9824. <title>Be Prepared for Football Season!: November 4</title>
  9825. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-football-season-november-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=be-prepared-for-football-season-november-4</link>
  9826. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-football-season-november-4/#respond</comments>
  9828. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9829. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2018 11:10:28 +0000</pubDate>
  9830. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=992</guid>
  9831.  
  9832. <description><![CDATA[<p>National Capital Area Council and the Washington Redskins are excited to partner this season for our first-ever Scout Day at FedEx Field! Game Day is coming up soon on Sunday, November 4. Scouts who attend will receive a limited edition Washington Redskins Scout Patch (while supplies last) and a discounted game ticket! Special discounted tickets [&#8230;]</p>
  9833. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-football-season-november-4/">Be Prepared for Football Season!: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9834. ]]></description>
  9835. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>National Capital Area Council and the Washington Redskins are excited to partner this season for our first-ever <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=227345&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.redskins.com%2Fscouts">Scout Day at FedEx Field</a>! Game Day is coming up soon on Sunday, November 4. Scouts who attend will receive a limited edition Washington Redskins Scout Patch (while supplies last) and a discounted game ticket!</p>
  9836. <p>Special discounted tickets range from just $45-60, a major discount on normal single-ticket prices. This offer is open to all NCAC Scouts, leaders, family, and friends. <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=227345&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Foss.ticketmaster.com%2Faps%2Fredskins%2FEN%2Flink%2Fpromotion%2Fhome%2F02e648a7caa7dbea8e0a6ffa00b5f1160151404a">Get your tickets</a> and use the code <strong>SCOUTS2018!</strong></p>
  9837. <p>Helpful Links:</p>
  9838. <ul>
  9839. <li><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=227345&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.redskins.com%2Fstadium%2F">Stadium Info</a></li>
  9840. <li><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=227345&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.redskins.com%2Fstadium%2Fclear-bag-policy">NFL Bag Policy</a></li>
  9841. <li><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=227345&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fredskins.io-media.com%2Fweb%2Findex.html">Redskins Virtual Venue</a></li>
  9842. </ul>
  9843. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/be-prepared-for-football-season-november-4/">Be Prepared for Football Season!: November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9850. </item>
  9851. <item>
  9852. <title>High Adventures Await!</title>
  9853. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/high-adventures-await/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=high-adventures-await</link>
  9854. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/high-adventures-await/#respond</comments>
  9856. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9857. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:07:05 +0000</pubDate>
  9858. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=987</guid>
  9859.  
  9860. <description><![CDATA[<p>Explore Seabase in 2019 Northern Tier Winter Adventures in 2019 Experience Philmont this Fall/Winter Programs Summit 2019 High Adventure registration is Open &#160;</p>
  9861. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/high-adventures-await/">High Adventures Await!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9862. ]]></description>
  9863. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://reservations.scouting.org/profile/form/index.cfm?PKformID=0x103551abcd">Explore Seabase in 2019</a></p>
  9864. <p><a href="http://www.ntier.org/Reservations/2019Registration.aspx?utm_source=WayPoints">Northern Tier Winter Adventures in 2019</a></p>
  9865. <p><a href="http://philmontscoutranch.org/Camping/SecondSeasonPrograms.aspx">Experience Philmont this Fall/Winter Programs</a></p>
  9866. <p><a href="http://www.summitbsa.org/programs/national-high-adventure-base/high-adventure-registration/">Summit 2019 High Adventure registration is Open</a></p>
  9867. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  9868. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/high-adventures-await/">High Adventures Await!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9869. ]]></content:encoded>
  9871. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/high-adventures-await/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  9872. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  9875. </item>
  9876. <item>
  9877. <title>Are you on our Leader Board for YPT? &#8211; Effective August 12</title>
  9878. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-for-ypt-effective-august-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-on-our-leader-board-for-ypt-effective-august-12</link>
  9879. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-for-ypt-effective-august-12/#respond</comments>
  9881. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9882. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:59:20 +0000</pubDate>
  9883. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=986</guid>
  9884.  
  9885. <description><![CDATA[<p>Get the full scoop of who is who and leading the Seneca list! Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  When will we see you here? District overall improved by 6% in past two weeks!! Leader Boards &#8211; for Oct. 1 compliance &#8211; as of August [&#8230;]</p>
  9886. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-for-ypt-effective-august-12/">Are you on our Leader Board for YPT? &#8211; Effective August 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9887. ]]></description>
  9888. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Get the full scoop of who is who and leading the Seneca list!</div>
  9889. <div></div>
  9890. <div>Every week we will be sharing who achieved 100% and the units with the greatest progress.  <strong>When will we see you here?</strong></div>
  9891. <div></div>
  9892. <div>
  9893. <p>District overall improved by 6% in past two weeks!!</p>
  9894. <p>Leader Boards &#8211; for Oct. 1 compliance &#8211; as of August 12<br />
  9895. • PACKS<br />
  9896. &#8211; 1199 @ 61%<br />
  9897. &#8211; 468 @ 60%<br />
  9898. &#8211; 694 @ 56%<br />
  9899. &#8211; 1307 @ 40% &#8211; Biggest Change!!</p>
  9900. <p>• TROOPS<br />
  9901. &#8211; 318 @ 64%<br />
  9902. &#8211; 207 @ 48%<br />
  9903. &#8211; 1988 @ 48%<br />
  9904. &#8211; 489 @ 43%<br />
  9905. &#8211; 926 @ 38% &#8211; Biggest Change!</p>
  9906. <p>• CREWS<br />
  9907. &#8211; 489 @ 67%<br />
  9908. &#8211; 713 @ 67% &#8211; Biggest Change!<br />
  9909. &#8211; 2828 @ 50%</p>
  9910. <p>• POSTS<br />
  9911. &#8211; 1010 @ 33%  &#8211; Biggest Change!<br />
  9912. &#8211; 1986 @ 14%</p>
  9913. <p>• SHIPS<br />
  9914. &#8211; 125 @ 33%</p>
  9915. <p>• DISTRICT<br />
  9916. ◦ Commissioners @ 57% &#8211; Biggest Change!<br />
  9917. ◦ Nova &amp; SuperNova Counselors @ 33%<br />
  9918. ◦ District Committee @ 53%<br />
  9919. ◦ Merit Badge Counselors @ 28%</p>
  9920. </div>
  9921. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-on-our-leader-board-for-ypt-effective-august-12/">Are you on our Leader Board for YPT? &#8211; Effective August 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9928. </item>
  9929. <item>
  9930. <title>Adventure Park Scout Day: September 9</title>
  9931. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adventure-park-scout-day-september-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=adventure-park-scout-day-september-9</link>
  9932. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adventure-park-scout-day-september-9/#respond</comments>
  9934. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9935. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:30:31 +0000</pubDate>
  9936. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=984</guid>
  9937.  
  9938. <description><![CDATA[<p>Calling all Boy and Girl Scouts &#8211; We are having a day just for you! On Sunday, September 9th we will have an day-long discount and celebration for any and all scouts! Tickets are $36 per person, plus tax for a 3-hour climb plus a 40-minute instructional briefing. This is for groups, families, or just [&#8230;]</p>
  9939. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adventure-park-scout-day-september-9/">Adventure Park Scout Day: September 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  9945. <p>Calling all Boy and Girl Scouts &#8211; We are having a day just for you! On Sunday, September 9th we will have an day-long discount and celebration for any and all scouts! Tickets are $36 per person, plus tax for a 3-hour climb plus a 40-minute instructional briefing.</p>
  9946. <p>This is for groups, families, or just a couple of scout climbers looking for an adventure. Get your reservations in soon &#8211; spots are filling fast!</p>
  9947. <p>We will also have scout patches available for purchase.</p>
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  9956. <p>The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring Friends School<br />
  9957. 16701 Norwood Rd., Sandy Spring, MD 20860 SandySpringTrees.org<br />
  9958. (240) 389-4386 <a href="mailto:Info@SandySpringTrees.org">Info@SandySpringTrees.org</a></p>
  9959. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/Scout-Day-Flyer.pdf">Scout Day Flyer</a> &#8211; repeating the details</p>
  9960. </div>
  9961. </div>
  9962. </div>
  9963. </div>
  9964. </div>
  9965. </div>
  9966. </div>
  9967. </div>
  9968. </div>
  9969. </div>
  9970. </div>
  9971. </div>
  9972. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adventure-park-scout-day-september-9/">Adventure Park Scout Day: September 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9973. ]]></content:encoded>
  9975. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adventure-park-scout-day-september-9/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  9979. </item>
  9980. <item>
  9981. <title>OA Outdoor Guide &#8211; where to Hike/Camp</title>
  9982. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/oa-outdoor-guide-where-to-hike-camp/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=oa-outdoor-guide-where-to-hike-camp</link>
  9983. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/oa-outdoor-guide-where-to-hike-camp/#respond</comments>
  9985. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  9986. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:17:26 +0000</pubDate>
  9987. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=983</guid>
  9988.  
  9989. <description><![CDATA[<p>Where Can We Hike, Camp? Where are the GOOD places? Who’s been there, done that? Welcome to the Order of the Arrow (OA) Outdoor Guide.</p>
  9990. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/oa-outdoor-guide-where-to-hike-camp/">OA Outdoor Guide &#8211; where to Hike/Camp</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9991. ]]></description>
  9992. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Where Can We Hike, Camp? Where are the GOOD places? Who’s been there, done that?</p>
  9993. <p>Welcome to the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Where-to-Go-Camping-Guide-.pdf">Order of the Arrow (OA) Outdoor Guide</a>.</p>
  9994. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/oa-outdoor-guide-where-to-hike-camp/">OA Outdoor Guide &#8211; where to Hike/Camp</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  9995. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10003. <title>Adult Scout Skills Day &#8211; No Youth Allowed! September 15</title>
  10004. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adult-scout-skills-day-no-youth-allowed-september-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=adult-scout-skills-day-no-youth-allowed-september-15</link>
  10005. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adult-scout-skills-day-no-youth-allowed-september-15/#respond</comments>
  10007. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10008. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:10:24 +0000</pubDate>
  10009. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=981</guid>
  10010.  
  10011. <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wanted to have fun like a Scout without the Scouts?  Now’s your chance! Noon to 4pm at Camp Synder, September 15, 2018.  Lunch provided!  Free event (registration required)!  The purpose of this Sat afternoon event is to provide Scouting skills and fun for adults structured on skill stations and the Patrol Method [&#8230;]</p>
  10012. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adult-scout-skills-day-no-youth-allowed-september-15/">Adult Scout Skills Day &#8211; No Youth Allowed! September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10013. ]]></description>
  10014. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Have you ever wanted to have fun like a Scout without the Scouts?  Now’s your chance!</div>
  10015. <div></div>
  10016. <div>Noon to 4pm at Camp Synder, September 15, 2018.  Lunch provided!  Free event (registration required)!  The purpose of this Sat afternoon event is to provide Scouting skills and fun for adults structured on skill stations and the Patrol Method just like our Scouts!  Fellowship Lunch in the Camp Snyder Dining Hall will be free of charge but we do require registration for planning purposes.</div>
  10017. <div></div>
  10018. <div>Planned events include:</div>
  10019. <div>
  10020. <ul>
  10021. <li>Archery</li>
  10022. <li>Nature Trail and STEM tour</li>
  10023. <li>Rope Bridge Demo</li>
  10024. <li>Climbing Tower</li>
  10025. <li>Trail Cooking Demo</li>
  10026. <li>Air Rifles and Tomahawk Throwing</li>
  10027. <li>Advanced Handicrafts and Branding Station</li>
  10028. <li>Knot Tying</li>
  10029. <li>Trail First Aid Demo</li>
  10030. </ul>
  10031. </div>
  10032. <p>Lunch will begin at noon, followed by a brief explanation of the Patrol Method by Scoutmaster &amp; author Rob Faris and station assignments for all to begin by 1 pm &#8211; we will conclude the action by 4 pm.</p>
  10033. <div></div>
  10034. <div></div>
  10035. <div>See <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/AdultScoutingSkillsFlyerFinal.pdf">attached flyer</a> for more details.</div>
  10036. <div></div>
  10037. <div>YIS,</div>
  10038. <div>Matt</div>
  10039. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/adult-scout-skills-day-no-youth-allowed-september-15/">Adult Scout Skills Day &#8211; No Youth Allowed! September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10040. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10043. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10046. </item>
  10047. <item>
  10048. <title>Send in Your JSN Dates!</title>
  10049. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-in-your-jsn-dates/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=send-in-your-jsn-dates</link>
  10050. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-in-your-jsn-dates/#respond</comments>
  10052. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10053. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:06:24 +0000</pubDate>
  10054. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=979</guid>
  10055.  
  10056. <description><![CDATA[<p>Fellow Scouters, Tomorrow the active MONTGOMERY system goes live &#8211; if you are hosting your Join Scout Night (JSN) at an MCPS location and haven&#8217;t sent your date, time and location in, please send to to Carlos as soon as possible. ****UPDATE: Facebook ads are FREE when you give your join event details 4 weeks in advance. It&#8217;s that simple, get the date in and [&#8230;]</p>
  10057. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-in-your-jsn-dates/">Send in Your JSN Dates!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10058. ]]></description>
  10059. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fellow Scouters,</p>
  10060. <p>Tomorrow the active MONTGOMERY system goes live &#8211; if you are hosting your Join Scout Night (JSN) at an MCPS location and haven&#8217;t sent your date, time and location in, please send to to Carlos as soon as possible.</p>
  10061. <p><i>****UPDATE: Facebook ads are <b>FREE</b> when you give your join event details 4 weeks in advance. It&#8217;s that simple, get the date in and Carlos will handle the rest.*****</i></p>
  10062. <p>Attached is <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/NCAC-Fillable-JSN-Flyer-Template-1.pdf">2018&#8217;s fillable flier</a>. You will need Adobe Reader for Windows or Preview on Mac to save your changes. If you use Chrome &#8211; you are able to fill in your flier within the browser, simply select print when you&#8217;re done and hit the &#8220;save as PDF&#8221; option. Be clear which families your Pack will serve in the bottom portion of the flier (and please change the contact info from our Council President&#8217;s to yours<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f603.png" alt="😃" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />).</p>
  10063. <p>If you need help, Carlos is an <a href="mailto:Carlos.Salazar@scouting.org">email</a>, phone call or text away 410-608-4360.</p>
  10064. <p>Don&#8217;t worry about the missing QR code, Carlos will personally be inserting each Pack&#8217;s BeAScout QR code in their flier.</p>
  10065. <p>To those who&#8217;ve sent their dates in &#8211; a huge <b>&#8220;THANK YOU!&#8221;</b></p>
  10066. <p><strong>Packs 210, 221, 291, 464, 1084, 1307, 1199 &amp; 1440! ALL STARS!</strong></p>
  10067. <p><b><span style="color: #003f87">Carlos Salazar |</span> </b>Sr. District Executive</p>
  10068. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-in-your-jsn-dates/">Send in Your JSN Dates!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10069. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10076. <item>
  10077. <title>Frederick Keys Scout Game Delayed to August 25</title>
  10078. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-scout-game-delayed-to-august-25/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=frederick-keys-scout-game-delayed-to-august-25</link>
  10079. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-scout-game-delayed-to-august-25/#respond</comments>
  10081. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10082. <pubDate>Sat, 11 Aug 2018 01:22:38 +0000</pubDate>
  10083. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=978</guid>
  10084.  
  10085. <description><![CDATA[<p>I would like to inform you all that our Scout Night Sleepover has been rescheduled once again. The forecast is not looking great for tomorrow and we do not want to put you all at risk on the field due to the chance of lightning. Your safety is our number one priority. The new sleepover [&#8230;]</p>
  10086. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-scout-game-delayed-to-august-25/">Frederick Keys Scout Game Delayed to August 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10087. ]]></description>
  10088. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I would like to inform you all that our Scout Night Sleepover has been rescheduled once again. The forecast is not looking great for tomorrow and we do not want to put you all at risk on the field due to the chance of lightning. Your safety is our number one priority. The new sleepover date will be on Saturday, August 25th. Just like last time, you all can exchange your tickets for that date or you can exchange your tickets for any other game this season. Your food vouchers and popcorn cups/tubs will be good for any other game as well.</div>
  10089. <div></div>
  10090. <div>I know that this is short notice and that the game is only two weeks away. If your pack/troop cannot exchange your entire pack’s tickets, I ask that they take their tickets to the box office in order to avoid any confusion. Also, all tickets exchanged through me will be left at will call due to the proximity of the event. If you are local to Frederick, our box office is open from 9-5 Monday through Friday and also opens at 10 AM on weekend gamedays.</div>
  10091. <div></div>
  10092. <div>I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience but it seems as though Mother Nature has not been very cooperative this year.</div>
  10093. <div></div>
  10094. <div>Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.</div>
  10095. <div></div>
  10096. <div>Thanks,</div>
  10097. <div>George Custer</div>
  10098. <div>Frederick Keys Account Manager</div>
  10099. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-scout-game-delayed-to-august-25/">Frederick Keys Scout Game Delayed to August 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10100. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10107. <item>
  10108. <title>Annual Fall Join Scouting Training: August 9</title>
  10109. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-fall-join-scouting-training-august-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=annual-fall-join-scouting-training-august-9</link>
  10110. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-fall-join-scouting-training-august-9/#respond</comments>
  10112. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10113. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2018 00:08:38 +0000</pubDate>
  10114. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=976</guid>
  10115.  
  10116. <description><![CDATA[<p>Annual Fall Join Scouting Training Please remember to send your Cubmaster, Committee Chair, and/or Membership chair to the District Join Scouting Training and Join Scouting Material Pick-up Thursday, August 9, at 7:00 PM At the Montgomery Village Church of Latter-Day Saints 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886 If you need other arrangements to pick [&#8230;]</p>
  10117. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-fall-join-scouting-training-august-9/">Annual Fall Join Scouting Training: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10118. ]]></description>
  10119. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Annual Fall Join Scouting Training</div>
  10120. <div></div>
  10121. <div>
  10122. <div>Please remember to send your Cubmaster, Committee Chair, and/or Membership chair to the <strong>District Join Scouting Training and Join Scouting Material Pick-up</strong></div>
  10123. </div>
  10124. <div></div>
  10125. <div>Thursday, August 9, at 7:00 PM</div>
  10126. <div></div>
  10127. <div>At the Montgomery Village Church of Latter-Day Saints</div>
  10128. <div>20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886</div>
  10129. <div></div>
  10130. <div>If you need other arrangements to pick up your Join Scout material, Please contact:</div>
  10131. <div>Howard Lichtman, <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a>, 301.580.7190</div>
  10132. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-fall-join-scouting-training-august-9/">Annual Fall Join Scouting Training: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10133. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10139. </item>
  10140. <item>
  10141. <title>Youth Protection 2.0 Required for All Activities</title>
  10142. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-2-0-required-for-all-activities/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-2-0-required-for-all-activities</link>
  10143. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-2-0-required-for-all-activities/#respond</comments>
  10145. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10146. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:49:48 +0000</pubDate>
  10147. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=975</guid>
  10148.  
  10149. <description><![CDATA[<p>Every youth deserves a safe space and trained leaders. To accomplish this, all registered adult leaders are required to complete the new mandatory YPT before October 1, 2018. To find a link to take the training, or to learn more about the updated Youth Protection Training Program, available resources, and camping requirements for all adults, [&#8230;]</p>
  10150. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-2-0-required-for-all-activities/">Youth Protection 2.0 Required for All Activities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10151. ]]></description>
  10152. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Every youth deserves a safe space and trained leaders. To accomplish this, all registered adult leaders are required to complete the new mandatory YPT before October 1, 2018. To find a link to take the training, or to learn more about the <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=226503&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scouting.org%2Ftraining%2Fyouth-protection%2F">updated Youth Protection Training Program</a>, available resources, and camping requirements for all adults, click <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=226503&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scouting.org%2Ftraining%2Fyouth-protection%2F">here</a>.</div>
  10153. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-2-0-required-for-all-activities/">Youth Protection 2.0 Required for All Activities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10154. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10161. <item>
  10162. <title>Get Your Tickets Now For The Area&#8217;s Newest Scout Day!  November 4</title>
  10163. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-tickets-now-for-the-areas-newest-scout-day-november-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=get-your-tickets-now-for-the-areas-newest-scout-day-november-4</link>
  10164. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-tickets-now-for-the-areas-newest-scout-day-november-4/#respond</comments>
  10166. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10167. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:42:53 +0000</pubDate>
  10168. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=973</guid>
  10169.  
  10170. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join fellow Scouters at FedEx Field on November 4th when Washington takes the field against Atlanta for the Washington Redskins&#8217; Inaugural Scout Day! Your ticket includes a limited edition patch. Units that purchase 50+ tickets in a group get additional on-field perks. For more info or group sales, please contact Chanelle Reynolds at (301)276-6016 or [&#8230;]</p>
  10171. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-tickets-now-for-the-areas-newest-scout-day-november-4/">Get Your Tickets Now For The Area&#8217;s Newest Scout Day!  November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10172. ]]></description>
  10173. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Join fellow Scouters at FedEx Field on November 4th when Washington takes the field against Atlanta for the Washington Redskins&#8217; Inaugural Scout Day! Your ticket includes a limited edition patch. Units that purchase 50+ tickets in a group get additional on-field perks. For more info or group sales, please contact Chanelle Reynolds at (301)276-6016 or <a href="mailto:reynoldsc@redskins.com">reynoldsc@redskins.com</a>. Use code SCOUTS2018 to get the discount at<a href="https://www.redskins.com/tickets/scouts"> https://www.redskins.com/tickets/scouts</a>.</div>
  10174. <div></div>
  10175. <div></div>
  10176. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/08/Redskins-Scout-Day.pdf">Redskins Scout Day</a></div>
  10177. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/get-your-tickets-now-for-the-areas-newest-scout-day-november-4/">Get Your Tickets Now For The Area&#8217;s Newest Scout Day!  November 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10178. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10181. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10184. </item>
  10185. <item>
  10186. <title>Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Board Offers Grants</title>
  10187. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants</link>
  10188. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants/#respond</comments>
  10190. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10191. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:40:19 +0000</pubDate>
  10192. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=972</guid>
  10193.  
  10194. <description><![CDATA[<p>Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Board Offers Grants to Promote service activities that address critical community needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment. . DEADLINE 20 AUGUST for applications ! Get cracking ! http://gosv.maryland.gov/available-funding/ </p>
  10195. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants/">Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Board Offers Grants</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10196. ]]></description>
  10197. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Board Offers Grants</div>
  10198. <div>to Promote service activities that address critical community needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment. .</div>
  10199. <div>DEADLINE 20 AUGUST for applications ! Get cracking !</div>
  10200. <div><a href="http://gosv.maryland.gov/available-funding/">http://gosv.maryland.gov/available-funding/ </a></div>
  10201. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants/">Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Board Offers Grants</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10202. ]]></content:encoded>
  10204. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-governors-volunteer-board-offers-grants/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  10209. <item>
  10210. <title>Boy Scouts of Nation&#8217;s Capital Welcome New Top Executive</title>
  10211. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive</link>
  10212. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive/#respond</comments>
  10214. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10215. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:37:07 +0000</pubDate>
  10216. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=971</guid>
  10217.  
  10218. <description><![CDATA[<p>WASHINGTON, DC (July 25, 2018) &#8211; National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is pleased to announce Craig Poland has been selected as their new CEO and Scout Executive. Poland currently serves as Scout Executive and CEO of Minsi Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America in Allentown, Pennsylvania, a position he has [&#8230;]</p>
  10219. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive/">Boy Scouts of Nation&#8217;s Capital Welcome New Top Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10220. ]]></description>
  10221. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>WASHINGTON, DC (July 25, 2018) &#8211; National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is pleased to announce Craig Poland has been selected as their new CEO and Scout Executive. Poland currently serves as Scout Executive and CEO of Minsi Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America in Allentown, Pennsylvania, a position he has held for eight years. In that role he led the council to 26% growth of the Exploring career discovery program, growth of the endowment fund by $700,000, and collection of 163,000 pounds of food in 2017 alone. Previously he served as Associate Regional Director of Finance for BSA&#8217;s Northeast Region, and as Assistant Scout Executive for Minsi Trails Council.</div>
  10222. <div></div>
  10223. <div>&#8220;We extend a warm welcome to our new Scout Executive,&#8221; said John Graham, the chair of NCAC&#8217;s Executive Selection Committee and Vice President of Finance Impact. &#8220;This is a very exciting time for Scouting in our council, and we are fortunate to have a proven, experienced leader like Craig to help us blaze new trails.&#8221;</div>
  10224. <div></div>
  10225. <div>Under the guidance of the Executive Board, Poland will provide leadership to the Council, which serves more than 58,000 youth through the dedication of more than 20,000 registered adult volunteers across 17 counties in Maryland and Virginia, as well as Washington, D.C., the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Scouts living abroad in North and South America. Since January of 2018, the council has welcomed over 400 girls into the iconic Cub Scout program as part of the new Family Scouting expansion.</div>
  10226. <div></div>
  10227. <div>In 2018 the council&#8217;s theme is &#8220;Hooked on Scouting.&#8221; Last year in NCAC, 1,520 boys earned their Eagle Scout Award. Local Scouts also performed more than 530,000 service hours, an average of 11.2 hours per Scout. The value of this service to local communities is estimated at more than $17.7 million, based on rates published by Independent Sector. NCAC also increased its member retention rate to 82.04%, one of the best of any Scout council in the country. Additional highlights from 2017 can be viewed in the Annual Report, available at <a href="https://ncacannualreport.org">https://ncacannualreport.org</a>.</div>
  10228. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scouts-of-nations-capital-welcome-new-top-executive/">Boy Scouts of Nation&#8217;s Capital Welcome New Top Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10229. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10236. <item>
  10237. <title>Are You Ready For Family Scouting? September 15</title>
  10238. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15</link>
  10239. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15/#respond</comments>
  10241. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10242. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:32:12 +0000</pubDate>
  10243. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=970</guid>
  10244.  
  10245. <description><![CDATA[<p>Be Prepared With Den Leader Training &#38; More! Join us as we kick off our first year of Family Scouting by making sure all your Cub Scouts have a trained Den Leader! In addition to completing Den Leader position-specific training we will have experts on Family Scouting on hand to answer your questions about the [&#8230;]</p>
  10246. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15/">Are You Ready For Family Scouting? September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10247. ]]></description>
  10248. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Be Prepared With Den Leader Training &amp; More!</div>
  10249. <div></div>
  10250. <div>Join us as we kick off our first year of Family Scouting by making sure all your Cub Scouts have a trained Den Leader! In addition to completing Den Leader position-specific training we will have experts on Family Scouting on hand to answer your questions about the biggest expansion of our program in over a century!</div>
  10251. <div></div>
  10252. <div>Registration will be open soon, so save the date and join us at Camp Snyder, 8:30 am-noon on Saturday, September 15.</div>
  10253. <div></div>
  10254. <div><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=226503&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncacbsa.org%2Ffamily-scouting%2F%3Futm_source%3DiContact%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnational-capital-area-council-bsa%26utm_content%3DCapCom%2BAugust%2B2018">Family Scouting Full Launch</a></div>
  10255. <div></div>
  10256. <div><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=226503&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fscoutingevent.com%2F082-21543">Den Leader Training</a></div>
  10257. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15/">Are You Ready For Family Scouting? September 15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10258. ]]></content:encoded>
  10260. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/are-you-ready-for-family-scouting-september-15/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10261. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10264. </item>
  10265. <item>
  10266. <title>Fall Join Scouting Campaign</title>
  10267. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-join-scouting-campaign/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fall-join-scouting-campaign</link>
  10268. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-join-scouting-campaign/#respond</comments>
  10270. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10271. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:28:46 +0000</pubDate>
  10272. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=969</guid>
  10273.  
  10274. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Leaders; Our district is gearing up for our Fall Join Scouting Campaign. It is important that all our Packs hold a Join Scouting Night (JSN). For those of you new to the JSN, this is an annual event. Join Scouting Night Guide This year we have a Join Scouting Night Guide to help you [&#8230;]</p>
  10275. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-join-scouting-campaign/">Fall Join Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10276. ]]></description>
  10277. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Cub Leaders;</div>
  10278. <div></div>
  10279. <div>Our district is gearing up for our Fall Join Scouting Campaign. It is important that all our Packs hold a Join Scouting Night (JSN). For those of you new to the JSN, this is an annual event.</div>
  10280. <div></div>
  10281. <div>Join Scouting Night Guide</div>
  10282. <div>This year we have a Join Scouting Night Guide to help you to help you plan and have a successful recruiting event.</div>
  10283. <div></div>
  10284. <div align="center"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001fwK9PCwot-DjCQ_QY5RKqB8ILcwa_YBN_IW-ESQ3oCnGvCVjK_qTRWSsgtR5tJmptaoPPQiXWEjbbGYK9xC4UNeKNyoSQAWZAr026MH_im2sV_6CxbLcHV3MTp19BZCGmVSK-v4PDLPUQ2m8x5spyxM016cI9cRJCzXkMo_e8lhsh8aKVVuFJc4zRxW1sU9iL6_p8MFGozMNegmGT-ZlViJVelwOTfiDH8og8L44mH4=&amp;c=iOJKCQNjO6VVFlPkR9FU2OhCmKq4aMlrvO7jC9ETxIN-nuBY2AZ3-A==&amp;ch=lkRGhjBysRX_8-JrMHTu7kmu6O5hgKbWxBKEZ8lEufogEQWR4oxEIA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download the Join Scouting Night Guide</a></div>
  10285. <div></div>
  10286. <div>RIGHT NOW!!!!! Reserving a classroom or All Purpose Room</div>
  10287. <div>If you need to reserve a Montgomery County Public School classroom or all purpose room you need to contact us ASAP</div>
  10288. <div>·    Open the <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001fwK9PCwot-DjCQ_QY5RKqB8ILcwa_YBN_IW-ESQ3oCnGvCVjK_qTRWSsgtR5tJmpT5t2huzPMv5Uzi6ApmzrKpFYvEowXSzBXAsv5UethLPeLErK1quIj9EnO_eXpYEaiV5iZsfomqZ-kj488Ck2-MyqfpieVxvmt2lUH-EYYVjPhwaydACJQNbV-BKIjo07sGjmsnM_S6g2_1L6kQG2_l3XkDhWnzZJ-KTt4T9lCAHB9ljP4KjpWFRdYR26O6wx7NbjTge_Z8g=&amp;c=iOJKCQNjO6VVFlPkR9FU2OhCmKq4aMlrvO7jC9ETxIN-nuBY2AZ3-A==&amp;ch=lkRGhjBysRX_8-JrMHTu7kmu6O5hgKbWxBKEZ8lEufogEQWR4oxEIA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JSN Tracking Spreadsheet</a>.</div>
  10289. <div>·    ONLY fill out the following information in the “Seneca” tab.</div>
  10290. <ul>
  10291. <li>Unit</li>
  10292. <li>Unit Membership Chair</li>
  10293. <li>2018 Pack Membership Chair</li>
  10294. <li>Indicate if you are participating in Family Scouting</li>
  10295. <li>Your Join Scouting Night Date</li>
  10296. <li>Your Join Scouting Night Time</li>
  10297. </ul>
  10298. <div>·    You can also contact Carlos or Howard by email or phone. We will be glad to enter your information into the spreadsheet. Carlos can be reached at <a href="mailto:carlos.salazar@scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">carlos.salazar@scouting.org</a>, (410) 608-4360. Howard can be reached at <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a>, 301.580.7190.</div>
  10299. <div></div>
  10300. <div>Flier Distribution Date</div>
  10301. <div>National will be releasing editable fliers shortly. I’ll email you the template just as soon as they release it. You can, of course, make your own flier.</div>
  10302. <div>If you need fliers for your Join Scouting Night you must get the fliers to your school BEFORE their Flier Distribution Date.</div>
  10303. <div>Unless an elementary school opts to distribute flyers and informational materials on a different date, the dates of the 2018/2019 flier distribution will be:</div>
  10304. <ul>
  10305. <li>September 14, 2018</li>
  10306. <li>November 7, 2018</li>
  10307. <li>January 25, 2019</li>
  10308. <li>April 3, 2019</li>
  10309. </ul>
  10310. <div></div>
  10311. <div>Free Digital Media Ad</div>
  10312. <div>Get FREE Facebook Advertising for your Pack’s JSN! Find your school listed in the <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001fwK9PCwot-DjCQ_QY5RKqB8ILcwa_YBN_IW-ESQ3oCnGvCVjK_qTRVyJDnc58GmKbGvw2LupMKugAbt09mndCaIFZK5WTWWmIwWhECwf2baZo9GSJ7p0GeNOoX36DiQYTWHl62xBZ_rcLKx4PC8M4jvA5fNyKZUshB0WeD05luYvosurJ4ay6BC9QHByJX8xaBo6b_ASqaMbrVTMENs2KRwJM6sgMn-JkDUIaDY3kiZ0ssuQontB87Dc_bRtLpSMnnjDvxNxIJA=&amp;c=iOJKCQNjO6VVFlPkR9FU2OhCmKq4aMlrvO7jC9ETxIN-nuBY2AZ3-A==&amp;ch=lkRGhjBysRX_8-JrMHTu7kmu6O5hgKbWxBKEZ8lEufogEQWR4oxEIA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">link</a> and fill out your Pack’s Information and Joining Event Information.</div>
  10313. <div></div>
  10314. <div>JSN Training</div>
  10315. <div>Join us at the next District Round Table for JSN Training. August Round Table is on August 9, 2018, 7:30PM to 9:00PM at the Gaithersburg LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886.</div>
  10316. <div></div>
  10317. <div>Thank You</div>
  10318. <div>Thank you for all you do for Scouting</div>
  10319. <div>&#8211;    Howard Lichtman</div>
  10320. <div></div>
  10321. <div>___________________________</div>
  10322. <div>Howard Lichtman</div>
  10323. <div>Vice Chair, Membership</div>
  10324. <div>National Area Council</div>
  10325. <div>Boy Scouts of America</div>
  10326. <div>Seneca District</div>
  10327. <div><a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a></div>
  10328. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-join-scouting-campaign/">Fall Join Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10331. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-join-scouting-campaign/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10332. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10335. </item>
  10336. <item>
  10337. <title>Volunteers Needed Immediately for Flood Assistance!</title>
  10338. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance</link>
  10339. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance/#respond</comments>
  10341. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10342. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2018 23:05:08 +0000</pubDate>
  10343. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=968</guid>
  10344.  
  10345. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you an Scout/Scouter and available to help August 6-18?  We have received a request for assistance in Baltimore in response to flooding as a result of the rains last week.  If you are: • 18 years or older • Have had a tetanus shot/booster within the past 10 years Then send toEllen Udovich at eudovich@bcmd.org or [&#8230;]</p>
  10346. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance/">Volunteers Needed Immediately for Flood Assistance!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10347. ]]></description>
  10348. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">Are you an Scout/Scouter and available to help August 6-18?  We have received a request for assistance in Baltimore in response to flooding as a result of the rains last week.  If you are:</div>
  10349. <div class="">
  10350. <div class="">• 18 years or older</div>
  10351. <div class="">• Have had a tetanus shot/booster within the past 10 years</div>
  10352. <div class=""></div>
  10353. <div class="">Then send toEllen Udovich at <a class="" href="mailto:eudovich@bcmd.org">eudovich@bcmd.org</a> or 443-250-2555:</div>
  10354. <div class="">• Your name, email and phone number<br class="" /></p>
  10355. <div class="">• Dates you are available</div>
  10356. <div class="">• Any prior flood recovery experience, special skills or equipment you might have</div>
  10357. </div>
  10358. <div class=""></div>
  10359. <div class="">Bring/wear:</div>
  10360. <div class="">• Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (work shoes/boots are recommended)</div>
  10361. <div class="">• Work gloves</div>
  10362. <div class="">• Lunch (coolers provided)</div>
  10363. <div class=""></div>
  10364. <div class="">Water/sports drinks, snacks and safety gear (N-95 respirators, safety glasses and coveralls) will be provided on-site.  Depending upon circumstances, they may be working some days and not others. Please let them know ahead of time if you’re planning to serve so they can notify you if there are any changes in the schedule.</div>
  10365. <div class=""><br class="" /></p>
  10366. <div>Daily schedule:</div>
  10367. <div>8:00 (sign-in and briefing);</div>
  10368. <div>8:30 depart for worksite;</div>
  10369. <div>4:30 return to church:</div>
  10370. <div></div>
  10371. <div>Catonsville Baptist Church<br class="" />1004 Frederick Rd<br class="" />Catonsville, MD 21228</div>
  10372. <div><span class=""> </span></div>
  10373. <div>Thank you for helping our community in its time of need!</div>
  10374. <div>YIS,</div>
  10375. <div><span class="">Matthew Beyers</span></div>
  10376. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  10377. <p><span class="">National Capital Area Council</span><br class="" /><span class=""><a class="" href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a></span></div>
  10378. </div>
  10379. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance/">Volunteers Needed Immediately for Flood Assistance!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10380. ]]></content:encoded>
  10382. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/volunteers-needed-immediately-for-flood-assistance/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  10386. </item>
  10387. <item>
  10388. <title>Updating Your Unit&#8217;s Be A Scout Pin for Family Scouting</title>
  10389. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting</link>
  10390. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting/#respond</comments>
  10392. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10393. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:19:12 +0000</pubDate>
  10394. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=967</guid>
  10395.  
  10396. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scout packs that are becoming Family Scouting units need to update their unit&#8217;s Be A Scout pin to reflect they are a Family Scouting unit. Updating your pin is fairly simple and needs to be done at the unit level by one of the Key 3 (Cubmaster, Committee Chair, Chartered Organization Rep) or a [&#8230;]</p>
  10397. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting/">Updating Your Unit&#8217;s Be A Scout Pin for Family Scouting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10398. ]]></description>
  10399. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Cub Scout packs that are becoming Family Scouting units need to update their unit&#8217;s Be A Scout pin to reflect they are a Family Scouting unit. Updating your pin is fairly simple and needs to be done at the unit level by one of the Key 3 (Cubmaster, Committee Chair, Chartered Organization Rep) or a Key 3 Delegate.</p>
  10400. <p>Please follow the following steps to change your pin, if you have not already done so.</p>
  10401. <p>CHANGING YOUR &#8220;Be A Scout&#8221; PIN</p></div>
  10402. <ul>
  10403. <li>Log on to <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">my.scouting.org</a></li>
  10404. <li>Click on the &#8220;Menu&#8221; button on left hand side</li>
  10405. <li>Under your Cub Scout Pack, click on &#8220;Organization Manager&#8221;</li>
  10406. <li>Under &#8220;Organization Manager&#8221; click on &#8220;Settings&#8221; at the top of the page</li>
  10407. <li>On the settings page, scroll to the bottom</li>
  10408. <li>At the bottom there is a section called &#8220;Family Scouting,&#8221; select what type of pack best reflects your unit and hit &#8220;commit&#8221;</li>
  10409. <li>Pins take 24 hours to reflect changes</li>
  10410. </ul>
  10411. <p><em><strong>It is important to update unit pins ASAP</strong></em>. As we move into &#8220;Back to School&#8221; mindsets, parents will making plans for fall activities. You will want to have the most accurate information updated for those families searching Be A Scout to join your units!</p>
  10412. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting/">Updating Your Unit&#8217;s Be A Scout Pin for Family Scouting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10415. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/updating-your-units-be-a-scout-pin-for-family-scouting/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10416. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10419. </item>
  10420. <item>
  10421. <title>Want the latest information on Family Scouting?</title>
  10422. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting</link>
  10423. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting/#respond</comments>
  10425. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10426. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:16:09 +0000</pubDate>
  10427. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=966</guid>
  10428.  
  10429. <description><![CDATA[<p>Check out this video for the latest, most up-to-date information on Family Scouting! We can’t wait to welcome girls to our Scouting Family! Details</p>
  10430. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting/">Want the latest information on Family Scouting?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10431. ]]></description>
  10432. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="">Check out this video for the latest, most up-to-date information on Family Scouting! We can’t wait to welcome girls to our Scouting Family!</div>
  10433. <div class=""><a class="" href="https://scoutingwire.org/marketing-and-membership-hub/bsa-today/">Details</a></div>
  10434. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting/">Want the latest information on Family Scouting?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10435. ]]></content:encoded>
  10437. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/want-the-latest-information-on-family-scouting/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10438. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10441. </item>
  10442. <item>
  10443. <title>Leave No Trace Trainer Course &#8211; Two Course Dates Options</title>
  10444. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-two-course-dates-options/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=leave-no-trace-trainer-course-two-course-dates-options</link>
  10445. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-two-course-dates-options/#respond</comments>
  10447. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10448. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:05:02 +0000</pubDate>
  10449. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=965</guid>
  10450.  
  10451. <description><![CDATA[<p>Leave No Trace Trainer Course – September 7-9 (IWLA Germantown, MD) or September 15-16, 2018 (Prince William NF, VA) What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. [&#8230;]</p>
  10452. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-two-course-dates-options/">Leave No Trace Trainer Course &#8211; Two Course Dates Options</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10453. ]]></description>
  10454. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Leave No Trace Trainer Course – September 7-9 (IWLA Germantown, MD) or <span class="__postbox-detected-content __postbox-detected-date">September 15-16,</span> 2018 (Prince William NF, VA)</p>
  10455. <p>What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults and youth aged 14+ to serve their units and districts as Leave No Trace Trainers and as Outdoor Ethics Trainers.</p>
  10456. <p>Every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout unit should have at least one Leave No Trace/Outdoor Ethics Trainer. This course is strongly recommend for Scouts serving, or wishing to serve, in the Troop Outdoor Ethics Guide position. Who should attend? Venturers, Sea Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Boy Scouts aged 14+; adult Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders; and District and Council leaders and trainers.</p>
  10457. <p>What will I learn? This course is designed to enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and outdoor ethics, and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills. This class is both active and highly interactive. You will be introduced to concepts and methods that will advance your knowledge of Leave No Trace issues in both developed and high adventure environments, expand your repertoire of low-impact skills, and increase your effectiveness in teaching these important skills to others.</p>
  10458. <p>The class is being offered twice this Fall in NCAC. The next offerings of this class in NCAC will be in the Spring of 2018.</p>
  10459. <p><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNT2">Germantown, MD  September 7-9</a><br />
  10460. Questions? Contact Paul Schimke, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:paul@schimke.org">paul@schimke.org</a> or 301 906 0069 (c)<br />
  10461. &#8212; or &#8212;<br />
  10462. <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16217#">Prince William Forest NP, Triangle, VA  September 15-16</a><br />
  10463. Questions? Contact Victor Bieniek, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:vbieniek@gmail.com">vbieniek@gmail.com</a>, <span class="__postbox-detected-content __postbox-detected-phone">703-855-8428 (c)</span></p>
  10464. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-two-course-dates-options/">Leave No Trace Trainer Course &#8211; Two Course Dates Options</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10465. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10468. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10471. </item>
  10472. <item>
  10473. <title>Camporee Registration is Open: October 12-14</title>
  10474. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camporee-registration-is-open-october-12-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camporee-registration-is-open-october-12-14</link>
  10475. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camporee-registration-is-open-october-12-14/#respond</comments>
  10477. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10478. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 03:59:19 +0000</pubDate>
  10479. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=964</guid>
  10480.  
  10481. <description><![CDATA[<p>Camporee registration is open Seneca District Fall Camporee is October 12-14 at Manidokan Retreat Center near Harpers Ferry. Early (discounted) registration for a unit (campsite) closes August 31. The theme this year is Mountain Man Rendezvous &#8211; back by popular demand. Details here.</p>
  10482. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camporee-registration-is-open-october-12-14/">Camporee Registration is Open: October 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10483. ]]></description>
  10484. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Camporee registration is open</p>
  10485. <p>Seneca District Fall Camporee is October 12-14 at Manidokan Retreat Center near Harpers Ferry. Early (discounted) registration for a unit (campsite) closes August 31. The theme this year is Mountain Man Rendezvous &#8211; back by popular demand. Details <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17796" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p>
  10486. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camporee-registration-is-open-october-12-14/">Camporee Registration is Open: October 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10487. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10490. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10493. </item>
  10494. <item>
  10495. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: August 9</title>
  10496. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-august-9</link>
  10497. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-9/#respond</comments>
  10499. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10500. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 03:57:40 +0000</pubDate>
  10501. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=963</guid>
  10502.  
  10503. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scout leaders are invited to attend and learn about JSN and the monthly theme. We meet at the LDS Church at 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886</p>
  10504. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-9/">Cub Scout Roundtable: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10505. ]]></description>
  10506. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Cub Scout leaders are invited to attend and learn about JSN and the monthly theme.</div>
  10507. <div></div>
  10508. <div>We meet at the LDS Church at 20020 Montgomery Village Ave,<br />
  10509. Montgomery Village, MD 20886</div>
  10510. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-august-9/">Cub Scout Roundtable: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10511. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10514. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10517. </item>
  10518. <item>
  10519. <title>August Roundtable: August 9</title>
  10520. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/august-roundtable-august-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=august-roundtable-august-9</link>
  10521. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/august-roundtable-august-9/#respond</comments>
  10523. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10524. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:36:47 +0000</pubDate>
  10525. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=956</guid>
  10526.  
  10527. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to all who attended our June Round Table/Cookout.  Great food and fellowship was had by all.  Also many thanks to those that brought food to share. At our June Round Table, the monthly &#8220;To Do&#8221; list was presented, it can be found at ttps://tinyurl.com/y7m9mnlb.  The main discussion points was the new Family Scouting that [&#8230;]</p>
  10528. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/august-roundtable-august-9/">August Roundtable: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10529. ]]></description>
  10530. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to all who attended our June Round Table/Cookout.  Great food and fellowship was had by all.  Also many thanks to those that brought food to share.</p>
  10531. <div>At our June Round Table, the monthly &#8220;To Do&#8221; list was presented, it can be found at <a href="//tinyurl.com/y7m9mnlb"><b>ttps://tinyurl.com/y7m9mnlb</b></a><b>.  </b>The main discussion points was the new Family Scouting that is being introduced to our program.  There were two different presentations, one from BSA National (<b><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ydhvqrt4">https://tinyurl.com/ydhvqrt4</a></b>) and one that specifically contained a list of Questions and Answers (<b><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yafoh5tf">https://tinyurl.com/yafoh5tf</a></b>).</div>
  10532. <div></div>
  10533. <div>August Round Table will feature a presentation on Family Scouting and The Order of the Arrow as well as updated questions/answers on Family Scouting.  We would like YOUTH as well as Adult Leaders to attend August Round Table.  The youth will have a chance to talk to us about the things they like in Scouting as well as reviews of their Summer camp and High Adventure trips.  A SignUpGenius has been set up at:   <b><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yb7l8l78">https://tinyurl.com/yb7l8l78</a></b></div>
  10534. <div></div>
  10535. <div>
  10536. <div dir="ltr">
  10537. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  10538. <p>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</p>
  10539. </div>
  10540. </div>
  10541. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/august-roundtable-august-9/">August Roundtable: August 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10542. ]]></content:encoded>
  10544. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/august-roundtable-august-9/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10545. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10548. </item>
  10549. <item>
  10550. <title>Montgomery County Explorer Posts</title>
  10551. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-explorer-posts/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-county-explorer-posts</link>
  10552. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-explorer-posts/#respond</comments>
  10554. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10555. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:32:53 +0000</pubDate>
  10556. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=955</guid>
  10557.  
  10558. <description><![CDATA[<p>Explorers are for high school and college age boys and girls. Vocational and networking experiences &#8211; no advancement or badges. Some recruit in the summer, others in the fall. Current Explorers in Montgomery County: &#8211; 742 &#8211; Emergency Medicine &#38; First Responders &#8211; at Wheaton Volunteer Fire Department &#8211; 1010 &#8211; Robotics &#38; Rocketry &#8211; [&#8230;]</p>
  10559. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-explorer-posts/">Montgomery County Explorer Posts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10560. ]]></description>
  10561. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Explorers are for high school and college age boys and girls.</p>
  10562. <p>Vocational and networking experiences &#8211; no advancement or badges.<br />
  10563. Some recruit in the summer, others in the fall.</p>
  10564. <p>Current Explorers in Montgomery County:<br />
  10565. &#8211; <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0012oyfLhohjBXfj5ONOCrPj8Z2yxyhc5TvlyxzJ282Q7XnaFh7kqaljm6QBnu4tMyuYHGSpVCn5mZ9GSyFupJzxS-j8JPO0nQgu6OzpKPpxIGBoHb4eXu9XJ_yozaCbpMcz--h1MFhg0gF-INjBF5sqfippdDInIE3M6VlQaALUGEaA1j2b3jYrrGpKSu51DVZozqMLMvng_wE79RPBCH4dnmnDIeV7Np_JqmqRJwfmPBnPskddG7ADww7FaNt4gHKPA5KcLGkw4CwHeLGoQdVqUWd6JBBTyTGD7cIssNud15O97vG46btsXUYTp7uMfdMrozl2_O4Mxrm-Dadc0lOxOGAyYy1eT9LqA5m0N9uhCiUGq8HWEe4S8DaohM-4DJx&amp;c=EtnJpiWcGeEojkHxHIYxX4EJy9AWQUITKfblfCjW_xrkpDVm4-vv0w==&amp;ch=_hM8cPCrHFlA0qF0qTFS6dPQ83KOMGDTRZ8Im6HlHi18Zr-0KrdPyw==">742 &#8211; Emergency Medicine &amp; First Responders</a> &#8211; at Wheaton Volunteer Fire Department<br />
  10566. &#8211; <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0012oyfLhohjBXfj5ONOCrPj8Z2yxyhc5TvlyxzJ282Q7XnaFh7kqaljm6QBnu4tMyuj-wHYwVmO2BQMGZ6eHL1KXiwqTgFkqmmyWkEcEJ8AaAjU-ywpL9bWY3fj_KtMl0LbJCtXIePrYzKVfyQQrQEZhMR0t4IFMAUHHGqmF7KrIOF67Erh5MkELQoJkLPtDwhvEjFxa-iJLV5-cHiUk4UYwggLU9xMj5Q7rUMhvwlBKYeoK1I6sMaWAymQq3NPcjexndiPGhvNtSgDCQ-vDPx199rpLotIoWQGgfxNbZlDGT0ZIRGsES9z4wRFQaavQqvVWj6aZBIHYeDy5FKZE4neCZNY1Uwb8R2TlTvmaE-M2Yx1CP4iJPYqh_WKlatoVLX&amp;c=EtnJpiWcGeEojkHxHIYxX4EJy9AWQUITKfblfCjW_xrkpDVm4-vv0w==&amp;ch=_hM8cPCrHFlA0qF0qTFS6dPQ83KOMGDTRZ8Im6HlHi18Zr-0KrdPyw==">1010 &#8211; Robotics &amp; Rocketry</a> &#8211; at Rockville Science Center<br />
  10567. &#8211; <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0012oyfLhohjBXfj5ONOCrPj8Z2yxyhc5TvlyxzJ282Q7XnaFh7kqaljm6QBnu4tMyuB6B_S_7RptQEOq5d0iJodYJMDKQTyxjQMVi7kr9820YJOEvtlPUf6a-DoV5iQrHzGmGpHzZm5Sn7TXsKWpVVf0uXaDU1URfW__1pQIHtZ7G1PqxOgSOg_g22wvrrOGfM7DE6Glr12W8s-HwhWqSr-Qox_eTzPBMU2xlo4KTIJzocmR8mdomFlHpW4W7As-EFSq2LmHxCqTJ4ESNdES4ljdbe_qstng_VSj12OVFtJCJOi9imFfC2svt9W9nro3IuJMGc_RHmD-vx9AksRtgMFc1duAROaV3YSro0drYD4wlmDohac_q3laDOSnEcdVSUSqVHi0DbBl_6hqFlaHfAtA==&amp;c=EtnJpiWcGeEojkHxHIYxX4EJy9AWQUITKfblfCjW_xrkpDVm4-vv0w==&amp;ch=_hM8cPCrHFlA0qF0qTFS6dPQ83KOMGDTRZ8Im6HlHi18Zr-0KrdPyw==">1711 &#8211; Performing Arts</a> &#8211; in Rockville<br />
  10568. &#8211; <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0012oyfLhohjBXfj5ONOCrPj8Z2yxyhc5TvlyxzJ282Q7XnaFh7kqaljm6QBnu4tMyuZJ8hl9DXft6XrDiiFAKffUo7Ubmd1aACGUhVIHY7W2dkeUtoI0AV8aAd9kJiv_Ffcod6SFeR7r-nWY-OklvXEMMHEwH7j69r00F-2l1XmVW-Fcu_Y64Rh6AaAzlnwCEAwugSpUg9XXmn0HTm4J1Zht_dgFaIWigCX7vm1RO622QKfOLFS6RgGTsLHrvcinvxsyYf8V9C8-sRp6Hx8ObmfAToE2OEpkhj4oaE6qXf0n4OkcFfcZLciYiFo8dBizLiHqvC3JlcEkPqHmZVQW9WHoblH1MA1epMzPUErAqHiQKJDaT_RZ57dws8G8tRWXJSeTz8uBLFzm98EELoikDz8vQsI0Pg2nZXJQzbyyqY8fBkur7alD02AW17crOitX7YOMFIlDrXa7wlgGt2IomcVMAOm2RieVxcXULA3l-TvIcDpD517C5LytLJUYho_6rdUVEWAG6jATpizU8Ra_W5RPYz8eR3HyUN&amp;c=EtnJpiWcGeEojkHxHIYxX4EJy9AWQUITKfblfCjW_xrkpDVm4-vv0w==&amp;ch=_hM8cPCrHFlA0qF0qTFS6dPQ83KOMGDTRZ8Im6HlHi18Zr-0KrdPyw==">1984 &#8211; Medical Careers</a> &#8211; at Suburban Hospital<br />
  10569. &#8211; <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0012oyfLhohjBXfj5ONOCrPj8Z2yxyhc5TvlyxzJ282Q7XnaFh7kqaljm6QBnu4tMyuGm5tFfRNgn4BPIdHiAX50RuA8E2Koj8Nsw_9ygAJZFqxboz6Pg-7TBjGj4Whd55ilCH9i3ZH861EpZe486jR9vBsqssEMk8z9NyFrb5tFgk3VzMGwBSlI51JVw84HtkQH8Papi3tuAnRsOlC0rC0CWpV_hZIJwFGpomiPL_vIMdOUdIutY8bZZ-YZegsyTOemis3A42XkY-EB0tVliVxf9agFnF5jsZab4jA-hUx_-th-o4RZZlDE3DID1RK8IoSFlga9YlZNSyIqfYme7gvKMBccqYVA3nPFM_8V2gjtHB2aws_GWhoONg8AMvQj5Kwf0KsasgcUaI=&amp;c=EtnJpiWcGeEojkHxHIYxX4EJy9AWQUITKfblfCjW_xrkpDVm4-vv0w==&amp;ch=_hM8cPCrHFlA0qF0qTFS6dPQ83KOMGDTRZ8Im6HlHi18Zr-0KrdPyw==">1986 &#8211; Law Enforcement/Police</a> &#8211; at Montgomery Public Safety</p>
  10570. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-explorer-posts/">Montgomery County Explorer Posts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10571. ]]></content:encoded>
  10573. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-explorer-posts/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10574. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10577. </item>
  10578. <item>
  10579. <title>Trainer&#8217;s EDGE: August 25</title>
  10580. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/trainers-edge-august-25/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=trainers-edge-august-25</link>
  10581. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/trainers-edge-august-25/#respond</comments>
  10583. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10584. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:24:11 +0000</pubDate>
  10585. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=954</guid>
  10586.  
  10587. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for Trainer&#8217;s EDGE on Saturday, August 25 at Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Potomac, MD. This course is required for all trainers who train on the District and Council levels (including Wood Badge/NYLT staff). Unit leaders, Commissioners, and anyone else who would like to learn to communicate ideas better are welcome to [&#8230;]</p>
  10588. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/trainers-edge-august-25/">Trainer&#8217;s EDGE: August 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10589. ]]></description>
  10590. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us for Trainer&#8217;s EDGE on Saturday, August 25 at Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Potomac, MD. This course is required for all trainers who train on the District and Council levels (including Wood Badge/NYLT staff). Unit leaders, Commissioners, and anyone else who would like to learn to communicate ideas better are welcome to attend.</p>
  10591. <div>Registration at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/the-trainers-edge/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/the-trainers-edge/</a></div>
  10592. <div></div>
  10593. <div><a href="mailto:dmballantine@gmail.com">Danielle Ballantine</a></div>
  10594. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/trainers-edge-august-25/">Trainer&#8217;s EDGE: August 25</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10595. ]]></content:encoded>
  10597. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/trainers-edge-august-25/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10598. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10601. </item>
  10602. <item>
  10603. <title>Youth Protection Training</title>
  10604. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=youth-protection-training</link>
  10605. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training/#respond</comments>
  10607. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10608. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:10:40 +0000</pubDate>
  10609. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=953</guid>
  10610.  
  10611. <description><![CDATA[<p>Since this is an important topic &#8211; there will be updates on the unit progress. Will your unit be the first unit to have 100% of their leaders trained?</p>
  10612. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training/">Youth Protection Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10613. ]]></description>
  10614. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Since this is an important topic &#8211; there will be updates on the unit progress. Will your unit be the first unit to have 100% of their leaders trained?</div>
  10615. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/youth-protection-training/">Youth Protection Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10616. ]]></content:encoded>
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  10622. </item>
  10623. <item>
  10624. <title>Send Your Summer Camp Reports!</title>
  10625. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-your-summer-camp-reports/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=send-your-summer-camp-reports</link>
  10626. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-your-summer-camp-reports/#respond</comments>
  10628. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10629. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:02:22 +0000</pubDate>
  10630. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=952</guid>
  10631.  
  10632. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please report your Summer Camps to Gordon Henley, (District Commissioner. For each camping experience (including High Adventure, NYLT, camp staff &#8211; both inside &#38; ESPECIALLY outside NCAC): unit # dates of camp camp name &#38; location # of Scouts attended # of adults attended THANKS &#8211; needed right after camp trip latest.</p>
  10633. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-your-summer-camp-reports/">Send Your Summer Camp Reports!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10634. ]]></description>
  10635. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><strong>Please report your Summer Camps to</strong> <a href="mailto:ghenley2@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gordon Henley</a>, (District Commissioner.</div>
  10636. <div>For each camping experience (including High Adventure, NYLT, camp staff &#8211; both inside &amp; ESPECIALLY outside NCAC):</div>
  10637. <div>
  10638. <ul>
  10639. <li>unit #</li>
  10640. <li>dates of camp</li>
  10641. <li>camp name &amp; location</li>
  10642. <li># of Scouts attended</li>
  10643. <li># of adults attended</li>
  10644. </ul>
  10645. <div>THANKS &#8211; needed right after camp trip latest.</div>
  10646. </div>
  10647. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-your-summer-camp-reports/">Send Your Summer Camp Reports!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10648. ]]></content:encoded>
  10650. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/send-your-summer-camp-reports/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  10654. </item>
  10655. <item>
  10656. <title>Frederic Keys Scout Night: August 11 (makeup date for previously rained out game)</title>
  10657. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-august-11-makeup-date-for-previously-rained-out-game/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=frederic-keys-scout-night-august-11-makeup-date-for-previously-rained-out-game</link>
  10658. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-august-11-makeup-date-for-previously-rained-out-game/#respond</comments>
  10660. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10661. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 02:59:20 +0000</pubDate>
  10662. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=951</guid>
  10663.  
  10664. <description><![CDATA[<p>Ticket order form: http://www.milb.com/documents/5/3/8/276814538/2018_Scout_Night_1.pdf Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, August 11, 2018 and get a great deal.  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Optional Sleep on the Field!  See attached flyer for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.) Units are able to register even [&#8230;]</p>
  10665. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-august-11-makeup-date-for-previously-rained-out-game/">Frederic Keys Scout Night: August 11 (makeup date for previously rained out game)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10666. ]]></description>
  10667. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ticket order form: <a href="http://www.milb.com/documents/5/3/8/276814538/2018_Scout_Night_1.pdf">http://www.milb.com/documents/5/3/8/276814538/2018_Scout_Night_1.pdf</a></strong></p>
  10668. <p>Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, August 11, 2018 and get a great deal.  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Optional Sleep on the Field!  See <a href="http://www.milb.com/documents/5/3/8/276814538/2018_Scout_Night_1.pdf">attached flyer</a> for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.)</p>
  10669. <p>Units are able to register even if they were not scheduled to attend the rained out game from June.<br />
  10670. &#8211;        Bring a friend. Earn the BSA Recruiting patch if they become a Scout.<br />
  10671. &#8211;        Family Scouting (Cub Scout Program only). Packs are encouraged to also invite girls that may be interested in joining. Be sure your unit is versed in Family Scouting requirements.<br />
  10672. &#8211;        This is an excellent opportunity to introduce families and cub scouts to camping in a very low key environment.<br />
  10673. &#8211;        Tickets are 30% below box office prices.<br />
  10674. &#8211;        Show your pack pride: Class B or A uniform event.</p>
  10675. <p>Frederick Keys contact is George Cluster at <a href="mailto:gcluster@frederickkeys.com">gcluster@frederickkeys.com</a><br />
  10676. &#8211;        District contacts are George Goldsmith  (<a href="mailto:George_goldsmith@freddiemac.com">George_goldsmith@freddiemac.com</a>) or Howard Lichtman (<a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a>) for more information.</p>
  10677. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederic-keys-scout-night-august-11-makeup-date-for-previously-rained-out-game/">Frederic Keys Scout Night: August 11 (makeup date for previously rained out game)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10685. <item>
  10686. <title>Why should I be trained as an adult leader?</title>
  10687. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/why-should-i-be-trained-as-an-adult-leader/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=why-should-i-be-trained-as-an-adult-leader</link>
  10688. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/why-should-i-be-trained-as-an-adult-leader/#respond</comments>
  10690. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10691. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 02:53:39 +0000</pubDate>
  10692. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=950</guid>
  10693.  
  10694. <description><![CDATA[<p>Every Youth in Scouting Deserves a Trained Leader What Makes a Trained Leader? You are considered a trained leader when you have completed leader position-specific training for your position and have current Youth Protection training. (Taken from the Adult Leader application) It is important for all adults to complete their specific position training so that [&#8230;]</p>
  10695. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/why-should-i-be-trained-as-an-adult-leader/">Why should I be trained as an adult leader?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10696. ]]></description>
  10697. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Every Youth in Scouting Deserves a Trained Leader</em></p>
  10698. <p><em>What Makes a Trained Leader? You are considered a trained leader when you have completed leader position-specific training for your position and have current Youth Protection training. (Taken from the Adult Leader application)</em></p>
  10699. <p>It is important for all adults to complete their specific position training so that each youth in scouting has quality leadership.  This includes not only the direct contact leadership, committee members and all parents/guardian of all of the youth.</p>
  10700. <p>Do you realize that having leaders that have not taken the specific position training reflects on the Unit and the youth?  Untrained leadership can not only effect the youth, the quality programing, and safety of all who are involved.  Each year a form is submitted to BSA at reregistering/rechartering time that reflects the heath of the Unit.</p>
  10701. <p>For those who are registered with BSA, when you signed the adult form you signed that you would take the position specific training.</p>
  10702. <p><a href="https://my.scouting.org/">My.scouting.org</a> web site has given you the opportunity to take online training for all Cub Scout positions including Pack Committee. Boy Scout and Venturing can take all training on line, including Committee and Merit Badge, except for the required outdoor segments. Cub Scout leaders and parents who wish to take the Cub Scouts out camping must take the in person Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO).  Most of the training is in segments so that you can go back and complete the training on your own schedule.</p>
  10703. <p>Learn better by taking training in person – Montgomery Service Area has published a pamphlet with all the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sample-page/training/">training with in Montgomery County</a> in 2018 &amp; 2019. Keep checking the web site for training updates as the pamphlet will reflect any new training opportunities.</p>
  10704. <p><strong>Please take the time and take the training that you promised to take when you signed your adult form.</strong></p>
  10705. <p>For assistance or questions please contact: Mary Lou Gundersen, 301-869-5625, <a href="mailto:mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net">mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net</a>.</p>
  10706. <p><strong><em>Leader Requirements</em></strong><em> (Taken from the adult form)</em></p>
  10707. <p><em>Adult leaders must possess the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that the BSA deems necessary for positive leadership to youth. </em></p>
  10708. <p><em>They must also: </em></p>
  10709. <ul>
  10710. <li><em> Abide by the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and Scouter Code of Conduct. The Scouter Code of Conduct can be found at <a href="http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/Scouter_Code_of_Conduct.pdf">www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/Scouter_Code_of_Conduct.pdf</a>.</em></li>
  10711. <li><em> Subscribe to the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle.</em></li>
  10712. <li><em> Reside within the USA or a U.S. territory, or be a U.S. citizen residing outside the USA. </em></li>
  10713. <li><em> Respect and obey the laws of the United States of America.</em></li>
  10714. <li><em> Be 21 years of age or older for primary leadership positions. • Be 18 years of age or older for assistant leadership positions. </em></li>
  10715. <li><em> Complete Youth Protection training (YPT) before application is processed and renew training as required.</em></li>
  10716. <li><em> Review the disclosure information related to the BSA’s background check process and complete and sign a Background Check Authorization form.</em></li>
  10717. <li><em><strong> Take leader position-specific training.</strong> </em></li>
  10718. <li><em> Hold only one position within the same unit. The chartered organization representative may multiple as the committee chair or a committee member.</em></li>
  10719. </ul>
  10720. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/why-should-i-be-trained-as-an-adult-leader/">Why should I be trained as an adult leader?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10724. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10728. <item>
  10729. <title>Troop trailer &#8211; free to a good home&#8230;</title>
  10730. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-trailer-free-to-a-good-home/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=troop-trailer-free-to-a-good-home</link>
  10731. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-trailer-free-to-a-good-home/#respond</comments>
  10733. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10734. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2018 02:41:39 +0000</pubDate>
  10735. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=948</guid>
  10736.  
  10737. <description><![CDATA[<p>A closed trailer is being donated. Current owner wants it to go to a Boy Scout unit. It is currently being stored in the Gaithersburg area. Pictures can be found here. If you represent a unit and are interested please contact Bill Majurski.</p>
  10738. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-trailer-free-to-a-good-home/">Troop trailer &#8211; free to a good home&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10739. ]]></description>
  10740. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>A closed trailer is being donated. Current owner wants it to go to a Boy Scout unit. It is currently being stored in the Gaithersburg area. Pictures can be found <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-4KAnql8_N5xugd9uypD5bXsUEU4stVw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. If you represent a unit and are interested please contact <a href="mailto:oldman99@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bill Majurski</a>.</div>
  10741. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/troop-trailer-free-to-a-good-home/">Troop trailer &#8211; free to a good home&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10745. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10749. <item>
  10750. <title>In Person Youth Protection Training (Patuxent): July 24</title>
  10751. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24</link>
  10752. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24/#respond</comments>
  10754. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10755. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 05:19:18 +0000</pubDate>
  10756. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=946</guid>
  10757.  
  10758. <description><![CDATA[<p>Every registered adult leader and volunteer needs needs to take the new Youth Protection Training (YPT2) by September 30. The Patuxent District is excited to announce, we will be hosting an in person, no-fee, YPT 2.0 Training. Our training committee will consist of Nick Adams, Danielle Ballantine, and George Martin. The training will be at [&#8230;]</p>
  10759. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24/">In Person Youth Protection Training (Patuxent): July 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10760. ]]></description>
  10761. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  10762. <p>Every registered adult leader and volunteer needs needs to take the new Youth Protection Training (YPT2) by September 30.</p>
  10763. <p>The Patuxent District is excited to announce, we will be hosting an in person, no-fee, YPT 2.0 Training. Our training committee will consist of Nick Adams, Danielle Ballantine, and George Martin.</p>
  10764. <p>The training will be at Holy Redeemer Elementary School Four Seasons Room, 4092 Berwyn Road, College Park, MD 20740 on Tuesday July 24th.</p>
  10765. </div>
  10766. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-PAX_YPT_20" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration &#8211; 7/24</a></div>
  10767. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24/">In Person Youth Protection Training (Patuxent): July 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10768. ]]></content:encoded>
  10770. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/in-person-youth-protection-training-patuxent-july-24/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10771. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10774. </item>
  10775. <item>
  10776. <title>Northeast Region Seabadge Conference: Oct 5-7</title>
  10777. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northeast-region-seabadge-conference-oct-5-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=northeast-region-seabadge-conference-oct-5-7</link>
  10778. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northeast-region-seabadge-conference-oct-5-7/#respond</comments>
  10780. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10781. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 05:12:06 +0000</pubDate>
  10782. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=945</guid>
  10783.  
  10784. <description><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018) is scheduled for Friday to Sunday, October 5-7, 2018. APPLICATION DUE DATE SEPTEMBER 7th What: Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018) When: Friday to Sunday, 5-7  October, 2018. Where: Delaware National Guard Training Site, Bethany Beach, DE 163 Scannell Blvd., Bethany Beach, DE 19930-9770 Who &#38; Why:   Best training for Sea [&#8230;]</p>
  10785. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northeast-region-seabadge-conference-oct-5-7/">Northeast Region Seabadge Conference: Oct 5-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10786. ]]></description>
  10787. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018) is scheduled for Friday to Sunday, October 5-7, 2018.</p>
  10788. <p><strong>APPLICATION DUE DATE SEPTEMBER 7th</strong></p>
  10789. <p><strong>What:</strong> Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018)<br />
  10790. <strong>When:</strong> Friday to Sunday, 5-7  October, 2018.<br />
  10791. <strong>Where:</strong> Delaware National Guard Training Site,<br />
  10792. Bethany Beach, DE 163 Scannell Blvd.,<br />
  10793. Bethany Beach, DE 19930-9770<br />
  10794. <strong>Who &amp; Why:</strong>   Best training for Sea Scout Scouters, or <strong>ANY</strong> adult Scouter interested in the support of Sea Scouting.<br />
  10795. <strong>How Much&amp; How Do</strong>:  Application Deadline 7 September SHARP !</p>
  10796. <p>Download the application :</p>
  10797. <p><u><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fnerseascout.org%2FSB-38-DE%252018%2520Participant%2520r1.pdf&amp;h=AT1q-r4b7K8i5UGAjOueUYg84e3KKRT4U3Xe5b93F2yPJdySGZdOY8XPsxvAwegbAnaqoQKG_uh9K-E_yd5B-1YFIfQjbSzxYPPoQUn20xNhY5AJQgpH0wNH3h-XSckToPkg2vVDMtGX4J94wrf4WQ">http://nerseascout.org/SB-38-DE%2018%20Participant%20r1.pdf</a></u></p>
  10798. <p>Questions:<br />
  10799. Course Director Wayne A. Stacey<br />
  10800. <a href="mailto:N3qji@mchsi.com">N3qji@mchsi.com</a><br />
  10801. (302) 841-9412 (work/cell)</p>
  10802. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  10803. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northeast-region-seabadge-conference-oct-5-7/">Northeast Region Seabadge Conference: Oct 5-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10807. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10811. <item>
  10812. <title>Understanding Animal Behavior and Autism: Sept 7</title>
  10813. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/understanding-animal-behavior-and-autism-sept-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=understanding-animal-behavior-and-autism-sept-7</link>
  10814. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/understanding-animal-behavior-and-autism-sept-7/#respond</comments>
  10816. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10817. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 05:01:49 +0000</pubDate>
  10818. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=943</guid>
  10819.  
  10820. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our Scouting Families, who are familiar with Autism, may be interested in event coming up on September 7, at the Strathmore Music Center. The Rockville Science Center Presents Dr. Temple Grandin, autistic scientist and author. Dr. Grandin is well known as a successful autistic individual who has written extensively on the subject of autism. She [&#8230;]</p>
  10821. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/understanding-animal-behavior-and-autism-sept-7/">Understanding Animal Behavior and Autism: Sept 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10822. ]]></description>
  10823. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our Scouting Families, who are familiar with Autism, may be interested in event coming up on September 7, at the Strathmore Music Center.</p>
  10824. <p>The Rockville Science Center Presents Dr. Temple Grandin, autistic scientist and author. Dr. Grandin is well known as a successful autistic individual who has written extensively on the subject of autism. She has capitalized on her ability to see in pictures to understand the sensory perceptions of different species and address their needs.</p>
  10825. <p>Many of our autistic scout families know Dr. Grandin from her appearance on TV, her TED Talks, and her public presentations. She is on Times list of 100 people who most affect our world. She is an inspiration to all.</p>
  10826. <p>The event is at The Strathmore Music center, on September 7, 2018, at 7:30 PM</p>
  10827. <p>The link to the ticket site is<br />
  10828. <a href="https://www.strathmore.org/events-and-tickets/temple-grandin">https://www.strathmore.org/events-and-tickets/temple-grandin</a></p>
  10829. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/07/Dr-Grandin.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  10830. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/understanding-animal-behavior-and-autism-sept-7/">Understanding Animal Behavior and Autism: Sept 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10834. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10837. </item>
  10838. <item>
  10839. <title>District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26 &#8211; Location Correction</title>
  10840. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26-location-correction/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26-location-correction</link>
  10841. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26-location-correction/#respond</comments>
  10843. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10844. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 04:56:23 +0000</pubDate>
  10845. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=942</guid>
  10846.  
  10847. <description><![CDATA[<p>We will be doing some popcorn tasting and a discussion on how to maximize our sales in our district. I will also give tips on how my pack has sold over $20,000 last year. Lastly I would like to hear from our unit popcorn kernels on what can be improved to help us reach our [&#8230;]</p>
  10848. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26-location-correction/">District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26 &#8211; Location Correction</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10849. ]]></description>
  10850. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="auto">We will be doing some popcorn tasting and a discussion on how to maximize our sales in our district. I will also give tips on how my pack has sold over $20,000 last year. Lastly I would like to hear from our unit popcorn kernels on what can be improved to help us reach our goals. All unit popcorn kernels should attend and non-selling units are encouraged to send a representative.</div>
  10851. <div dir="auto"></div>
  10852. <div dir="auto">Thursday, July 26<br />
  10853. 6:30pm</div>
  10854. <div dir="auto"><strong>LOCATION UPDATED</strong><br />
  10855. Montgomery Village LDS Church<br />
  10856. 20020 Montgomery Village Ave<br />
  10857. Montgomery Village, MD</div>
  10858. <div dir="auto"></div>
  10859. <div dir="auto">Questions contact Kelly Wratkowski</div>
  10860. <div dir="auto"><a href="mailto:Alligatormommy@gmail.com">Alligatormommy@gmail.com</a></div>
  10861. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26-location-correction/">District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26 &#8211; Location Correction</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  10865. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10869. <item>
  10870. <title>Damascus Parade: July 13</title>
  10871. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/damascus-parade-july-13/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=damascus-parade-july-13</link>
  10872. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/damascus-parade-july-13/#respond</comments>
  10874. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10875. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2018 03:49:17 +0000</pubDate>
  10876. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=940</guid>
  10877.  
  10878. <description><![CDATA[<p>Many of our units from the Damascus area will be marching in the Parade this coming Friday July, 13th night @7:00pm. Line up is at 6:00pm in the Weis parking lot. I have connected with our Venturing Crew at the Damascus Fire Department and we will have the canopies there on Saturday starting at 8:00am. [&#8230;]</p>
  10879. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/damascus-parade-july-13/">Damascus Parade: July 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10880. ]]></description>
  10881. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many of our units from the Damascus area will be marching in the Parade this coming Friday July, 13th night @7:00pm. Line up is at 6:00pm in the Weis parking lot.</p>
  10882. <p>I have connected with our Venturing Crew at the Damascus Fire Department and we will have the canopies there on Saturday starting at 8:00am. The fire department will have lots of action going on (first aid, face painting, moon bounce, balloons, Fire Safety Demos and much more). We will be there with promoting Scouting for all area Packs, Troops and Crews!</p>
  10883. <p>Everyone is welcome to stop in and help out!<br />
  10884. Ron Bridge</p>
  10885. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/damascus-parade-july-13/">Damascus Parade: July 13</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10886. ]]></content:encoded>
  10888. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/damascus-parade-july-13/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10889. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10892. </item>
  10893. <item>
  10894. <title>Philmont Alternatives</title>
  10895. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-alternatives/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=philmont-alternatives</link>
  10896. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-alternatives/#respond</comments>
  10898. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10899. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2018 03:44:10 +0000</pubDate>
  10900. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=939</guid>
  10901.  
  10902. <description><![CDATA[<p>To keep you Scouting this summer, we’re extending a discount for Lenhok’sin High Adventure at the Goshen Scout Reservation to those whose Philmont trips were cancelled due to the Philmont backcountry closure. To register with this discount, please contact Philip.Barbash@Scouting.org directly. For more information on Philmont programs, schedules, and closures, please visit www.philmontscoutranch.org.</p>
  10903. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-alternatives/">Philmont Alternatives</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10904. ]]></description>
  10905. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>To keep you Scouting this summer, we’re extending a discount for</strong><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=224651&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gotogoshen.org%2Fcamps-programs%2Flenhoksin-high-adventure%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong> Lenhok’sin High Adventure </strong></a><strong>at the </strong><a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=224651&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gotogoshen.org%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Goshen Scout Reservation</strong></a><strong> to those whose Philmont trips were cancelled due to the Philmont backcountry closure.</strong> To register with this discount, please contact <a href="mailto:Philip.Barbash@Scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philip.Barbash@Scouting.org</a> directly.</p>
  10906. <p>For more information on Philmont programs, schedules, and closures, please visit <a href="http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=7081481&amp;msgid=224651&amp;act=6LN5&amp;c=1518147&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.philmontscoutranch.org%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.philmontscoutranch.org</a>.</p>
  10907. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-alternatives/">Philmont Alternatives</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10908. ]]></content:encoded>
  10910. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-alternatives/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10911. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10915. <item>
  10916. <title>District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26</title>
  10917. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26</link>
  10918. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26/#respond</comments>
  10920. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10921. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jul 2018 03:39:20 +0000</pubDate>
  10922. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=938</guid>
  10923.  
  10924. <description><![CDATA[<p>We will be doing some popcorn tasting and a discussion on how to maximize our sales in our district. I will also give tips on how my pack has sold over $20,000 last year. Lastly I would like to hear from our unit popcorn kernels on what can be improved to help us reach our [&#8230;]</p>
  10925. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26/">District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10926. ]]></description>
  10927. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="auto">We will be doing some popcorn tasting and a discussion on how to maximize our sales in our district. I will also give tips on how my pack has sold over $20,000 last year. Lastly I would like to hear from our unit popcorn kernels on what can be improved to help us reach our goals. All unit popcorn kernels should attend and non-selling units are encouraged to send a representative.</div>
  10928. <div dir="auto"></div>
  10929. <div dir="auto">Thursday, July 26<br />
  10930. 6:30pm<br />
  10931. Kingsview LDS Church<br />
  10932. 18900 Kingsview Dr<br />
  10933. Germantown, MD</div>
  10934. <div dir="auto"></div>
  10935. <div dir="auto">Questions contact Kelly Wratkowski</div>
  10936. <div dir="auto"><a href="mailto:Alligatormommy@gmail.com">Alligatormommy@gmail.com</a></div>
  10937. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26/">District Popcorn Kick Off: July 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10938. ]]></content:encoded>
  10940. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-popcorn-kick-off-july-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10941. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10945. <item>
  10946. <title>Philmont Scout Ranch Announces Closure for 2018 Summer Season</title>
  10947. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season</link>
  10948. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season/#respond</comments>
  10950. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10951. <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2018 02:53:35 +0000</pubDate>
  10952. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=936</guid>
  10953.  
  10954. <description><![CDATA[<p>From http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/ PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH ANNOUNCES CLOSURE FOR 2018 SUMMER SEASON &#8211; 7/5/18 After careful consideration of the situation and available options, the difficult but prudent decision has been made that the Philmont backcountry will remain closed for treks and individual programs for the remainder of the 2018 summer season. This means that the following [&#8230;]</p>
  10955. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season/">Philmont Scout Ranch Announces Closure for 2018 Summer Season</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10956. ]]></description>
  10957. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>From <a href="http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/</a></div>
  10958. <div></div>
  10959. <div>PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH ANNOUNCES CLOSURE FOR 2018 SUMMER SEASON &#8211; 7/5/18</div>
  10960. <div>After careful consideration of the situation and available options, the difficult but prudent decision has been made that the Philmont backcountry will remain closed for treks and individual programs for the remainder of the 2018 summer season. This means that the following programs scheduled for this summer are canceled: 7- and 12-day treks; and individual backcountry programs, including Rayado, ROCS, Trail Crew, STEM and Ranch Hands.</div>
  10961. <div></div>
  10962. <div>Refund Checks for all affected crews will be sent to the lead contact advisor on Monday, July 9, 2018. Over the next few days, our staff will be contacting the lead advisor or contingent leader of these crews confirming the refund, offering a trek at Philmont for the 2020 season, and answering any questions. Please wait and allow the Philmont team to contact your crew – your assistance will help make sure that Philmont phone lines remain open. Your cooperation will be most appreciated. While High Adventure opportunities are at capacity at Northern Tier and the Florida Sea Base, there are opportunities at The Summit and they would be happy to accommodate your crew.</div>
  10963. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season/">Philmont Scout Ranch Announces Closure for 2018 Summer Season</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10964. ]]></content:encoded>
  10966. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-scout-ranch-announces-closure-for-2018-summer-season/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10967. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  10971. <item>
  10972. <title>2018 Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI): October 19-21</title>
  10973. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21</link>
  10974. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21/#respond</comments>
  10976. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  10977. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 03:15:14 +0000</pubDate>
  10978. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=935</guid>
  10979.  
  10980. <description><![CDATA[<p>From Bryan on Scouting What: JOTA’s younger brother, JOTI is an annual Scouting event that uses the Internet and the numerous devices that are used to get online — laptops, iPads and more — to link Scouts from around the world. When: JOTI begins at 00:00 hours local time on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, and will end at 24:00 hours local [&#8230;]</p>
  10981. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21/">2018 Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI): October 19-21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10982. ]]></description>
  10983. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2018/06/21/wave-hello-2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jamboree-on-the-internet-dates-set/">From Bryan on Scouting</a></h2>
  10984. <p><strong>What: </strong>JOTA’s younger brother, JOTI is an annual Scouting event that uses the Internet and the numerous devices that are used to get online — laptops, iPads and more — to link Scouts from around the world.</p>
  10985. <p><strong>When: </strong>JOTI begins at 00:00 hours local time on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, and will end at 24:00 hours local time on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.</p>
  10986. <p><strong>Who:</strong> Scouts and Venturers of any age, plus their families.</p>
  10987. <p><strong>How: </strong>Scouts can participate at home with the help of an adult (remember two-deep leadership), or they can participate in a Scout group at a councilwide event. JOTI is an economical way of communicating with people from other corners of the globe. The event allows Scouts to “meet” other Scouts from around the world through the Internet and share more information than just “hi.”</p>
  10988. <p><strong>Where to find help: </strong>Contact your local council. They may already have an event set up that your Scouts can attend.</p>
  10989. <p><strong>Learn more: </strong>Get resources, quick-start guides, patch order forms and lots more at <a href="http://www.scouting.org/joti.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the JOTI website</a>.</p>
  10990. <p><strong>Just for fun</strong>: Check out this <a href="http://www.scouting.org/joti/PatchArchive.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">archive of JOTI patches</a> through the years.</p>
  10991. <p><strong>Safety tip</strong>: Scouts should learn the rules of safe internet use by earning the BSA’s digital training tool, <a href="http://www.scouting.org/cyberchip" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the Cyber Chip</a>, before they participate in JOTI.</p>
  10992. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21/">2018 Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI): October 19-21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  10993. ]]></content:encoded>
  10995. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-internet-joti-october-19-21/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  10996. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  10999. </item>
  11000. <item>
  11001. <title>2018 Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA): October 19-21</title>
  11002. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21</link>
  11003. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21/#respond</comments>
  11005. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11006. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 03:10:24 +0000</pubDate>
  11007. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=934</guid>
  11008.  
  11009. <description><![CDATA[<p>From Brian on Scouting What: Annual Scouting event that uses amateur radio to link Scouts around the world, across the country and in your own community. When: Third full weekend of October (this year it’s Oct. 19-21, 2018). There are no official hours, so you have the whole weekend to make JOTA contacts. The event officially starts Friday [&#8230;]</p>
  11010. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21/">2018 Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA): October 19-21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11011. ]]></description>
  11012. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2018/06/21/wave-hello-2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jamboree-on-the-internet-dates-set/">From Brian on Scouting</a></h2>
  11013. <div class="entry clearfix">
  11014. <p><strong>What: </strong>Annual Scouting event that uses amateur radio to link Scouts around the world, across the country and in your own community.</p>
  11015. <p><strong>When:</strong> Third full weekend of October (this year it’s Oct. 19-21, 2018). There are no official hours, so you have the whole weekend to make JOTA contacts. The event officially starts Friday evening and runs through Sunday evening.</p>
  11016. <p><strong>Who:</strong> Scouts and Venturers of any age, plus their families.</p>
  11017. <p><strong>How: </strong>Once at the ham radio station, the communication typically requires speaking into a microphone and listening on the station speakers. However, many forms of specialized communication can also take place, such as video communication, digital communication using typed words on the computer screen transmitted by radio, communication through a satellite relay or an earth-based relay (called a repeater), and many others.</p>
  11018. <p><strong>Where to find help: </strong>Contact your local council. They may already have an event set up that your Scouts can attend. Otherwise, <a href="http://www.arrl.org/find-a-club" target="_blank" rel="noopener">find a local American Radio Relay League club here</a>.</p>
  11019. <p><strong>Learn more: </strong>Get resources, quick-start guides, patch order forms and lots more at <a href="http://www.scouting.org/jota.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the JOTA website</a>.</p>
  11020. <p><strong>Just for fun</strong>: Check out this <a href="http://www.scouting.org/jota/patch_archive.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">archive of JOTA patches</a> through the years.</p>
  11021. <p><strong>Bonus tip</strong>: If your unit or council wants to participate in JOTA but doesn’t have an amateur radio station, hope is not lost. Icom America and the BSA have a sponsorship agreement that began in 2012 and now extends through 2018. One aspect of that agreement is that Icom America will provide up to 10 complete amateur radio stations for use by local Scout councils. Stations can be requested for long-term development loan stations and for event loan stations. You can find the details, application and loan agreement <a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/jota/pdf/AmateurRadioStationLoanProgram.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p>
  11022. </div>
  11023. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21/">2018 Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA): October 19-21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11024. ]]></content:encoded>
  11026. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-jamboree-on-the-air-jota-october-19-21/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  11030. </item>
  11031. <item>
  11032. <title>Cub Scout Summer Activity Award</title>
  11033. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-summer-activity-award/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-summer-activity-award</link>
  11034. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-summer-activity-award/#respond</comments>
  11036. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11037. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 03:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
  11038. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=933</guid>
  11039.  
  11040. <description><![CDATA[<p>Interested in earning an award for an active Cub Scout summer? Do three activities, one each in June, July &#38; August &#8211; Complete the paperwork and submit it to council. You can earn a streamer for your pack flag, a ribbon for participating dens, and pins for youth attendance. https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/33748.pdf</p>
  11041. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-summer-activity-award/">Cub Scout Summer Activity Award</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11042. ]]></description>
  11043. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Interested in earning an award for an active Cub Scout summer?</p>
  11044. <p>Do three activities, one each in June, July &amp; August &#8211; Complete the paperwork and submit it to council.</p>
  11045. <p>You can earn a streamer for your pack flag, a ribbon for participating dens, and pins for youth attendance.</p>
  11046. <p><a href="https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/33748.pdf">https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/33748.pdf</a></p>
  11047. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-summer-activity-award/">Cub Scout Summer Activity Award</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11048. ]]></content:encoded>
  11050. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-summer-activity-award/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  11055. <item>
  11056. <title>Perseids Meteor Shower: August 11</title>
  11057. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseids-meteor-shower-august-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=perseids-meteor-shower-august-11</link>
  11058. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseids-meteor-shower-august-11/#respond</comments>
  11060. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11061. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 02:57:07 +0000</pubDate>
  11062. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=932</guid>
  11063.  
  11064. <description><![CDATA[<p>Bring blankets and chairs to sit or lie on the lawn for this annual meteor watching party at Observatory Park. The event is from 10:00 PM &#8211; 01:00 AM Turn your eyes skyward and enjoy the amazing sights from Observatory Park, home to the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory. Location: Observatory Park 100 DeSellum Avenue Gaithersburg, [&#8230;]</p>
  11065. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseids-meteor-shower-august-11/">Perseids Meteor Shower: August 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11066. ]]></description>
  11067. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Bring blankets and chairs to sit or lie on the lawn for this annual meteor watching party at Observatory Park.</div>
  11068. <div></div>
  11069. <div>
  11070. <p>The event is from 10:00 PM &#8211; 01:00 AM</p>
  11071. <p>Turn your eyes skyward and enjoy the amazing sights from Observatory Park, home to the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory.</p>
  11072. </div>
  11073. <p>Location:<br />
  11074. Observatory Park<br />
  11075. 100 DeSellum Avenue<br />
  11076. Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877</p>
  11077. <p>As always, stargazing events are weather permitting. Last minute announcements will be posted on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GaithersburgCommunityMuseum">Museum’s Facebook page</a>. Also, please note that there are no restrooms available, and parking adjacent to Observatory Park is very limited. There will be overflow parking available in the St. Martin’s field at the corner of DeSellum Avenue and Route 355, one block from the park.</p>
  11078. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  11079. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseids-meteor-shower-august-11/">Perseids Meteor Shower: August 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11080. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11087. <item>
  11088. <title>Intro to Astronomy: October 5</title>
  11089. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/intro-to-astronomy-october-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=intro-to-astronomy-october-5</link>
  11090. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/intro-to-astronomy-october-5/#respond</comments>
  11092. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11093. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 02:50:29 +0000</pubDate>
  11094. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=931</guid>
  11095.  
  11096. <description><![CDATA[<p>We have an opportunity for an introduction to Astronomy in the Gaithersburg area.  Join us for a special Astronomy Day to explore the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, What:   An Intro to Astronomy When :  Friday  5 October 2018, 3:30pm  &#8211;  5pm Where:  the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, 100 DeSellum Ave., Gaithersburg, MD Who:   Any interested Young Person [&#8230;]</p>
  11097. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/intro-to-astronomy-october-5/">Intro to Astronomy: October 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11098. ]]></description>
  11099. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have an opportunity for an introduction to Astronomy in the Gaithersburg area.  Join us for a special Astronomy Day to explore the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory,</p>
  11100. <p><strong>What:</strong>   An Intro to Astronomy<br />
  11101. <strong>When :</strong>  Friday  5 October 2018, 3:30pm  &#8211;  5pm<br />
  11102. <strong>Where:</strong>  the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, 100 DeSellum Ave., Gaithersburg, MD<br />
  11103. <strong>Who:</strong>   Any interested Young Person Cub/Brownie, Home Schooler and their Parent<br />
  11104. <strong>Why:</strong>  A special Astronomy Day. Explore space near Earth!  Create a model of the Earth-Sun-Moon orbit, train like an astronaut, learn about telescopes, and observe the Sun through the Observatory’s special solar telescopes.<br />
  11105. <strong>How Much &amp; How Do?</strong>  $5 per child; reservations must be made as a group.</p>
  11106. <p>No cost for chaperones. Payment by check taken at gate.</p>
  11107. <p><strong>Bring:</strong> Each child should have a pen/pencil and a clipboard, plus a compass for the group.</p>
  11108. <p><strong>Reservations Required:</strong> When you reserve you will be given a start time for your group. If the weather does not cooperate, registered groups will be contacted with a make up date.</p>
  11109. <p><strong>For Reservations and Information:</strong> Obtain the registration form from Karen Lottes <a href="mailto:karen.lottes@gaithersburgmd.gov">karen.lottes@gaithersburgmd.gov</a> or 240-805-1120.</p>
  11110. <p>Gaithersburg Community Museum<br />
  11111. 9 S. Summit Ave.<br />
  11112. Gaithersburg, MD 20877</p>
  11113. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/intro-to-astronomy-october-5/">Intro to Astronomy: October 5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11114. ]]></content:encoded>
  11116. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/intro-to-astronomy-october-5/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11117. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11120. </item>
  11121. <item>
  11122. <title>Roundtables Resume in August</title>
  11123. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtables-resume-in-august/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=roundtables-resume-in-august</link>
  11124. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtables-resume-in-august/#respond</comments>
  11126. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11127. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2018 02:20:18 +0000</pubDate>
  11128. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=930</guid>
  11129.  
  11130. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are taking a break in July &#8211; See you in August!</p>
  11131. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtables-resume-in-august/">Roundtables Resume in August</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11132. ]]></description>
  11133. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>We are taking a break in July &#8211; See you in August!</div>
  11134. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtables-resume-in-august/">Roundtables Resume in August</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11135. ]]></content:encoded>
  11137. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/roundtables-resume-in-august/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11138. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11141. </item>
  11142. <item>
  11143. <title>Perseid Meteor Shower</title>
  11144. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseid-meteor-shower/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=perseid-meteor-shower</link>
  11145. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseid-meteor-shower/#respond</comments>
  11147. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11148. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 04:14:29 +0000</pubDate>
  11149. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=928</guid>
  11150.  
  11151. <description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re fascinated by celestial events, then mark your calendar for the following meteor shower happening from July 17th to August 24th in its usual time frame, with the peak being on the nights of August 11-12 and August 12-13.</p>
  11152. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseid-meteor-shower/">Perseid Meteor Shower</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11153. ]]></description>
  11154. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re fascinated by celestial events, then mark your calendar for the following meteor shower happening from July 17th to August 24th in its usual time frame, with the peak being on the nights of <a href="https://www.space.com/32868-perseid-meteor-shower-guide.html">August 11-12 and August 12-13</a>.</p>
  11155. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseid-meteor-shower/">Perseid Meteor Shower</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11156. ]]></content:encoded>
  11158. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/perseid-meteor-shower/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11159. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11162. </item>
  11163. <item>
  11164. <title>Two Outdoor Ethics Orientation Classes: July 14 or August 4</title>
  11165. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4</link>
  11166. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4/#respond</comments>
  11168. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11169. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 04:11:31 +0000</pubDate>
  11170. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=927</guid>
  11171.  
  11172. <description><![CDATA[<p>The goal of this BSA Outdoor Ethics Orientation Course is to introduce the concept of Outdoor Ethics to a group with little experience in outdoor ethics in a fun and engaging way. It should help youth and adults at all program levels understand the general principles behind Scouting&#8217;s outdoor ethics program. There are hands-on activities. [&#8230;]</p>
  11173. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4/">Two Outdoor Ethics Orientation Classes: July 14 or August 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11174. ]]></description>
  11175. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The goal of this BSA Outdoor Ethics Orientation Course is to introduce the concept of Outdoor Ethics to a group with little experience in outdoor ethics in a fun and engaging way. It should help youth and adults at all program levels understand the general principles behind Scouting&#8217;s outdoor ethics program. There are hands-on activities. You will take away references to resources that will help you to learn more about outdoor ethics.</p>
  11176. <p>Audience: All adult Scouters, and Boy Scout and Venturer youth</p>
  11177. <p>Learning Objectives:<br />
  11178. By the end of the class, lecture, discussion and practical sessions the participants should have:<br />
  11179. &#8211; Knowledge of the Outdoor Code and Outdoor Ethics<br />
  11180. &#8211; Knowledge of how Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly! and The Land Ethic / Stewardship support the Outdoor Code<br />
  11181. &#8211; Knowledge of Outdoor Ethics Awareness and Action Awards Program<br />
  11182. &#8211; Knowledge to locate additional Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly! and BSA outdoor ethics resources and opportunities for further training</p>
  11183. <p>A donation of $2 will be appreciated to cover the cost of materials. This is a 1.5 hour course.</p>
  11184. <p>You will receive proof of your completion of the course.</p>
  11185. <p>Dates: Saturday, 7/14/2018, or Saturday, 8/4/2018<br />
  11186. Time: 10:00 to 11:30 am<br />
  11187. Course location: Seneca Creek State Park, Gaithersburg MD</p>
  11188. <p>RSVP required at least 2 days before the class to Paul Schimke, <a href="mailto:paul@schimke.org">paul@schimke.org</a>. You will be provided with more detailed location information when you RSVP. Give Paul a call at 301-906-0069 if you have any questions.</p>
  11189. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4/">Two Outdoor Ethics Orientation Classes: July 14 or August 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11190. ]]></content:encoded>
  11192. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/two-outdoor-ethics-orientation-classes-july-14-or-august-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11193. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11196. </item>
  11197. <item>
  11198. <title>Guide to Safe Scouting Updated May 2018</title>
  11199. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018</link>
  11200. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018/#respond</comments>
  11202. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11203. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:43:17 +0000</pubDate>
  11204. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=926</guid>
  11205.  
  11206. <description><![CDATA[<p>Take a moment to download the latest Guide to Safe Scouting and learn about the updates. https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/</p>
  11207. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018/">Guide to Safe Scouting Updated May 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11208. ]]></description>
  11209. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Take a moment to download the latest <a href="https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/">Guide to Safe Scouting</a> and learn about the updates.</div>
  11210. <p>https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/</p>
  11211. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018/">Guide to Safe Scouting Updated May 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11212. ]]></content:encoded>
  11214. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/guide-to-safe-scouting-updated-may-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11215. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11218. </item>
  11219. <item>
  11220. <title>Can Scouts Drive Themselves to Camp?</title>
  11221. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp</link>
  11222. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp/#respond</comments>
  11224. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11225. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:40:22 +0000</pubDate>
  11226. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=925</guid>
  11227.  
  11228. <description><![CDATA[<p>With the upcoming season &#8211; a reminder about older Boy Scouts driving themselves to camp based on the Guide to Safe Scouting &#8211;  In short: Not Allowed.</p>
  11229. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp/">Can Scouts Drive Themselves to Camp?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11230. ]]></description>
  11231. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>With the upcoming season &#8211; a reminder about older Boy Scouts driving themselves to camp based on the Guide to Safe Scouting &#8211;  In short: <a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2017/04/04/ask-the-expert-can-scouts-venturers-drive-themselves-tofrom-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Not Allowed</a>.</div>
  11232. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp/">Can Scouts Drive Themselves to Camp?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11233. ]]></content:encoded>
  11235. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/can-scouts-drive-themselves-to-camp/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11236. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11239. </item>
  11240. <item>
  11241. <title>Wood Badge training this fall!: Sept 7-9 and Oct 12-14</title>
  11242. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14</link>
  11243. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14/#respond</comments>
  11245. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11246. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:34:18 +0000</pubDate>
  11247. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=923</guid>
  11248.  
  11249. <description><![CDATA[<p>Have a leader needing a bit of motivation or looking for something to do?  Send them to Wood Badge!  This course will inspire your leaders to be involved and if they are already involved it will provide them the tools they need to be the best leaders you can get! Flyer</p>
  11250. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14/">Wood Badge training this fall!: Sept 7-9 and Oct 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11251. ]]></description>
  11252. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have a leader needing a bit of motivation or looking for something to do?  Send them to Wood Badge!  This course will inspire your leaders to be involved and if they are already involved it will provide them the tools they need to be the best leaders you can get!</p>
  11253. <p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/Woodbadge-2018-6-17-18.pdf">Flyer</a></p>
  11254. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14/">Wood Badge training this fall!: Sept 7-9 and Oct 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11255. ]]></content:encoded>
  11257. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wood-badge-training-this-fall-sept-7-9-and-oct-12-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11258. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11261. </item>
  11262. <item>
  11263. <title>Back Country Outdoor Leadership Skills!</title>
  11264. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills</link>
  11265. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills/#respond</comments>
  11267. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11268. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
  11269. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=921</guid>
  11270.  
  11271. <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking to take Scouts into the Back Country or Backpacking next year? Then you need to take BCOLS and learn all the tips and tricks you’ll need out in the wilderness!  NCAC has 3 course dates setup over the next year &#8211; check out the attached flyer and signup today!</p>
  11272. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills/">Back Country Outdoor Leadership Skills!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11273. ]]></description>
  11274. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking to take Scouts into the Back Country or Backpacking next year?</p>
  11275. <p>Then you need to take BCOLS and learn all the tips and tricks you’ll need out in the wilderness!  NCAC has 3 course dates setup over the next year &#8211; check out the attached <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/BCOLS-2018-2019-6-17-18.pdf">flyer</a> and signup today!</p>
  11276. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills/">Back Country Outdoor Leadership Skills!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11277. ]]></content:encoded>
  11279. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/back-country-outdoor-leadership-skills/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11280. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11283. </item>
  11284. <item>
  11285. <title>Urgent! Mock Victims Needed for CERTCON Day 2: June 24</title>
  11286. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/urgent-mock-victims-needed-for-certcon-day-2-june-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=urgent-mock-victims-needed-for-certcon-day-2-june-24</link>
  11287. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/urgent-mock-victims-needed-for-certcon-day-2-june-24/#respond</comments>
  11289. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11290. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 04:30:35 +0000</pubDate>
  11291. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=917</guid>
  11292.  
  11293. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please pass this along to anyone you know that is interested in being a mock victim! Volunteers can register on the CERTCON Website at http://certcon.org 2018 CERTCON, the Mid-Atlantic conference for Community Emergency Response Teams, is conducting mass casualty emergency preparedness exercises. These exercises enable our teams to practice responding to large scale emergencies. We [&#8230;]</p>
  11294. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/urgent-mock-victims-needed-for-certcon-day-2-june-24/">Urgent! Mock Victims Needed for CERTCON Day 2: June 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11295. ]]></description>
  11296. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please pass this along to anyone you know that is interested in being a mock victim!</p>
  11297. <p>Volunteers can register on the CERTCON Website at <a href="http://certcon.org">http://certcon.org</a></p>
  11298. <p>2018 CERTCON, the Mid-Atlantic conference for Community Emergency Response Teams, is conducting mass casualty emergency preparedness exercises. These exercises enable our teams to practice responding to large scale emergencies.</p>
  11299. <p>We are asking for volunteers to play the role of residents who are victims of a natural disaster. Mock victims will be able to choose their level of injury. We need all types of roles from highly dramatic with little trauma to highly traumatic with little drama. Some volunteers may choose to play entirely non-moulaged victims such as family members, worried well, and psychologically injured patients. All roles are vital in making the scenario as realistic as possible for the responders.</p>
  11300. <p>A variety of Moulage (simulated casualty makeup) will be applied by Moulage Technicians. Victims will be briefed on the scenario, safety information, and basic acting skills and then placed in the simulated cityscape or in the high rise building. First responders will assess, triage (level of injury/severity will be rated) and simulate lifesaving treatment. Victims will be moved to a casualty collection point for procedural treatment and then transport to hospitals will be simulated.</p>
  11301. <p>Because of the graphic nature of this event, we limit victims to age 14 and above and minors will be required to have a consent form signed by a parent or guardian. Montgomery County Public School SSL hours will be honored, and forms will be available. This is a secured location and a state-issued ID is required. A change of clothes is recommended.</p>
  11302. <p>Date: Sunday, June 24, 2018<br />
  11303. 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:30 a.m. Check-In<br />
  11304. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.<br />
  11305. &#8211; Role Player assignments<br />
  11306. &#8211; Moulage application (makeup applied to simulate injuries)<br />
  11307. &#8211; Role player briefing will be conducted to explain the scenario situation in greater detail, safety procedures, and what actions will be expected of the mock victims<br />
  11308. &#8211; Actor/role players will interface with emergency responders – they will be assessed, triaged, and simulated treatment will occur<br />
  11309. &#8211; Hospital transport will be simulated – emergency vehicle transport to actual hospitals will not occur<br />
  11310. &#8211; A hot wash/debriefing (evaluation of the exercise) will be conducted<br />
  11311. &#8211; Actor/role players will complete a Participant Feedback Form based on the experience<br />
  11312. &#8211; Volunteer check-out</p>
  11313. <p>Further details will be emailed to those who have registered.</p>
  11314. <p>Questions?<br />
  11315. Contact Kristen Wear, Moulage Coordinator, Montgomery County CERT at <a href="mailto:kwear67@gmail.com">kwear67@gmail.com</a></p>
  11316. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/urgent-mock-victims-needed-for-certcon-day-2-june-24/">Urgent! Mock Victims Needed for CERTCON Day 2: June 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  11324. <item>
  11325. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable-RSVP by Wednesday: June 14</title>
  11326. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14</link>
  11327. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14/#respond</comments>
  11329. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11330. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 03:54:44 +0000</pubDate>
  11331. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=916</guid>
  11332.  
  11333. <description><![CDATA[<p>It appears that your Boy Scout Roundtable commissioner is unable to read calendars correctly or else he has a really really bad &#8220;cut and paste&#8221; issue.  Our annual Barbecue is THURSDAY, JUNE 14TH!  Very few folks have signed up (TOTAL OF 8 so far) for our End of the Year Barbecue.   Please RSVP and SIGN [&#8230;]</p>
  11334. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable-RSVP by Wednesday: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11335. ]]></description>
  11336. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It appears that your Boy Scout Roundtable commissioner is unable to read calendars correctly or else he has a really really bad &#8220;cut and paste&#8221; issue.  Our annual Barbecue is <strong>THURSDAY, JUNE 14TH! </strong></p>
  11337. <div>
  11338. <div>Very few folks have signed up (TOTAL OF 8 so far) for our End of the Year Barbecue.   Please RSVP and SIGN UP using the sign up genius link at:  <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable</a></div>
  11339. <div>Hot Dogs and Hamburgers will be provided.  Thursday, <b>JUNE 14</b>, 2018 from 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church. You need to RSVP BY THIS WEDNESDAY!</div>
  11340. <div></div>
  11341. <p>At our monthly Boy Scout Round Table we will be having the first of our regular discussions on Family Scouting and how it will work with the Scouting program.  We will attempt to have the latest information from National and will pass along as much as possible.  Please plan on attending for valuable information and bring your questions.  Even if we can&#8217;t get them answered at Round Table, we&#8217;ll find the answers or the folks that have the answers and get them for you.  We plan on discussing Family Scouting on a monthly basis as details of the program become available.</p></div>
  11342. <div>
  11343. <div></div>
  11344. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  11345. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  11346. </div>
  11347. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable-RSVP by Wednesday: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11348. ]]></content:encoded>
  11350. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-rsvp-by-wednesday-june-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11351. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11354. </item>
  11355. <item>
  11356. <title>How to Help Philmont Recover</title>
  11357. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-help-philmont-recover/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=how-to-help-philmont-recover</link>
  11358. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-help-philmont-recover/#respond</comments>
  11360. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11361. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 03:47:50 +0000</pubDate>
  11362. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=915</guid>
  11363.  
  11364. <description><![CDATA[<p>Many of you watching the events of the Ute Park Fire unfold at Philmont are asking how you can help. The situation is on-going and dynamic so Philmont won&#8217;t know all of what it needs for days or weeks to come. We do know, however, that the need is going to be real and substantial. [&#8230;]</p>
  11365. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-help-philmont-recover/">How to Help Philmont Recover</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11366. ]]></description>
  11367. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Many of you watching the events of the Ute Park Fire unfold at Philmont are asking how you can help. The situation is on-going and dynamic so Philmont won&#8217;t know all of what it needs for days or weeks to come. We do know, however, that the need is going to be real and substantial. Philmont has insurance for fire damage, but will need significant help for things that are likely not covered, such as reseeding and reforestation, repair of roads and bridges, trail reconstruction, and staff support.</div>
  11368. <div></div>
  11369. <div>For now, if you&#8217;d like to help by giving to the PSA, we&#8217;ll work with Philmont to determine how best to apply your donation when the time comes. Your contribution may not go directly to repair or rebuild a lost building, but rest assured it will go to continue making Philmont a premiere high-adventure experience for Scouts for years to come. This is not a PSA fundraiser &#8211; 100% of your contribution will go to Philmont for fire support.</div>
  11370. <div></div>
  11371. <div>To give, click here: <a href="https://www.philstaff.org/store/donations/fire_relief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.philstaff.org/store/donations/fire_relief/</a></div>
  11372. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-help-philmont-recover/">How to Help Philmont Recover</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11373. ]]></content:encoded>
  11375. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/how-to-help-philmont-recover/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11376. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11379. </item>
  11380. <item>
  11381. <title>Attention Philmont Scout Ranch trekkers</title>
  11382. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers</link>
  11383. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers/#respond</comments>
  11385. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11386. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 03:33:50 +0000</pubDate>
  11387. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=914</guid>
  11388.  
  11389. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention Philmont Scout Ranch trekkers. We&#8217;re extending a discount for Lenhok&#8217;sin High Adventure at the Goshen Scout Reservation to those whose Philmont trips were cancelled due to the Ute Park Fire. For registration please contact us directly through the Goshen Scout Reservation website, and we&#8217;ll help to keep you Scouting this summer.</p>
  11390. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers/">Attention Philmont Scout Ranch trekkers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11391. ]]></description>
  11392. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Attention Philmont Scout Ranch trekkers. We&#8217;re extending a discount for Lenhok&#8217;sin High Adventure at the Goshen Scout Reservation to those whose Philmont trips were cancelled due to the Ute Park Fire.</div>
  11393. <div></div>
  11394. <div>For registration please contact us directly through the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GOSHENNCAC/?fref=mentions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Goshen Scout Reservatio</a>n website, and we&#8217;ll help to keep you Scouting this summer.</div>
  11395. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers/">Attention Philmont Scout Ranch trekkers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11396. ]]></content:encoded>
  11398. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-philmont-scout-ranch-trekkers/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11399. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11402. </item>
  11403. <item>
  11404. <title>Sources and Resources for Scouters</title>
  11405. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sources-and-resources-for-scouters/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sources-and-resources-for-scouters</link>
  11406. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sources-and-resources-for-scouters/#respond</comments>
  11408. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11409. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:40:11 +0000</pubDate>
  11410. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=907</guid>
  11411.  
  11412. <description><![CDATA[<p>One of the important results of our Program Launch event, held May 10, is the new edition of our &#8220;Directory of Sources and Resources&#8221; for scouters in the Montgomery Area.    The current edition includes references to professional scouters, volunteer leaders, government agencies and offices, commercial enterprises, and others.   Scouters can read or download the [&#8230;]</p>
  11413. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sources-and-resources-for-scouters/">Sources and Resources for Scouters</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11414. ]]></description>
  11415. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
  11416. <div>
  11417. <div>One of the important results of our Program Launch event, held May 10, is the new edition of our &#8220;Directory of Sources and Resources&#8221; for scouters in the Montgomery Area.    The current edition includes references to professional scouters, volunteer leaders, government agencies and offices, commercial enterprises, and others.   Scouters can read or download the latest version from my &#8220;dropbox&#8221; at <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/nx4r0f1tp103pik/Scouts%2C%20Sources%20and%20Resoures%2C%202018-19.pdf">https://www.dropbox.com/s/nx4r0f1tp103pik/Scouts%2C%20Sources%20and%20Resoures%2C%202018-19.pdf</a></div>
  11418. <div></div>
  11419. <div>One way to use this document is to paste it into a spreadsheet on your computer.   You can then arrange it as you wish; by name, by subject, by organization or whatever.  You can also add notes of your own.</div>
  11420. <div></div>
  11421. <div>The editor welcomes additions or corrections to the information we have collected.   Please address these to <a href="mailto:PotomacDistrictNewsFlash@gmail.com">PotomacDistrictNewsFlash@gmail.com</a>.</div>
  11422. </div>
  11423. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sources-and-resources-for-scouters/">Sources and Resources for Scouters</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11424. ]]></content:encoded>
  11426. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sources-and-resources-for-scouters/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11427. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11430. </item>
  11431. <item>
  11432. <title>Montgomery County School Calendar</title>
  11433. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-school-calendar/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-county-school-calendar</link>
  11434. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-school-calendar/#respond</comments>
  11436. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11437. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:39:11 +0000</pubDate>
  11438. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=906</guid>
  11439.  
  11440. <description><![CDATA[<p>The new school calendar has been published. The Montgomery County School Calendar is available here</p>
  11441. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-school-calendar/">Montgomery County School Calendar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11442. ]]></description>
  11443. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11444. <div>The new school calendar has been published.</div>
  11445. <div></div>
  11446. <div>The Montgomery County School Calendar is available <a href="http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/calendar/">here</a></div>
  11447. </div>
  11448. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-school-calendar/">Montgomery County School Calendar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11449. ]]></content:encoded>
  11451. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-school-calendar/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11452. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11455. </item>
  11456. <item>
  11457. <title>YEAR END NOTICE *** APPS FOR CAMP ** APPS for HIGH ADVENTURE ** APPS FOR NEW SCOUTS *** BRING TO Roundtable!!</title>
  11458. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable</link>
  11459. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable/#respond</comments>
  11461. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11462. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:38:25 +0000</pubDate>
  11463. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=905</guid>
  11464.  
  11465. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention All Units – We are pushing collection of all open or pending applications being held by units before end of June. Please bring all applications to Roundtable next week to hand in with fees as needed. We need all applications in the unit pipeline finished and in from Lions to new Boy Scout transfers [&#8230;]</p>
  11466. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable/">YEAR END NOTICE *** APPS FOR CAMP ** APPS for HIGH ADVENTURE ** APPS FOR NEW SCOUTS *** BRING TO Roundtable!!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11467. ]]></description>
  11468. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Attention All Units –</div>
  11469. <div></div>
  11470. <div>We are pushing collection of all open or pending applications being held by units before end of June. Please bring all applications to Roundtable next week to hand in with fees as needed.</div>
  11471. <div></div>
  11472. <div>We need all applications in the unit pipeline finished and in from Lions to new Boy Scout transfers at this meeting.</div>
  11473. <div></div>
  11474. <div>We will post promptly and get Scouts ready for summer activities. Call if you need a pickup.</div>
  11475. <div>Adults also.</div>
  11476. <div>Thanks in Advance</div>
  11477. <div>YIDS</div>
  11478. <div>Commissioner Gordon</div>
  11479. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable/">YEAR END NOTICE *** APPS FOR CAMP ** APPS for HIGH ADVENTURE ** APPS FOR NEW SCOUTS *** BRING TO Roundtable!!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11480. ]]></content:encoded>
  11482. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/year-end-notice-apps-for-camp-apps-for-high-adventure-apps-for-new-scouts-bring-to-roundtable/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11483. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11486. </item>
  11487. <item>
  11488. <title>STEM Nova Day at Microsoft: June 16</title>
  11489. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16</link>
  11490. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16/#respond</comments>
  11492. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11493. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:37:07 +0000</pubDate>
  11494. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=904</guid>
  11495.  
  11496. <description><![CDATA[<p>Should I, Shouldn’t I? This event will have a theme of ethics in STEM. This is the biannual STEM Nova Day for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts! Scouts may select from various Adventures, Merit Badges and Nova Awards. Each Scout may select from up to 2 half-day courses. Register here: https://www.ncacbsa.org/activitiesevents/stem/stem-events/</p>
  11497. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16/">STEM Nova Day at Microsoft: June 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11498. ]]></description>
  11499. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Should I, Shouldn’t I? This event will have a theme of ethics in STEM. This is the biannual STEM Nova Day for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts! Scouts may select from various Adventures, Merit Badges and Nova Awards. Each Scout may select from up to 2 half-day courses. Register here: <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/activitiesevents/stem/stem-events/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/activitiesevents/stem/stem-events/</a></div>
  11500. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16/">STEM Nova Day at Microsoft: June 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11501. ]]></content:encoded>
  11503. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-nova-day-at-microsoft-june-16/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11504. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11507. </item>
  11508. <item>
  11509. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</title>
  11510. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2</link>
  11511. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2/#respond</comments>
  11513. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11514. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:36:10 +0000</pubDate>
  11515. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=903</guid>
  11516.  
  11517. <description><![CDATA[<p>At our monthly Boy Scout Round Table we will be having the first of our regular discussions on Family Scouting and how it will work with the Scouting program.  We will attempt to have the latest information from National and will pass along as much as possible.  Please plan on attending for valuable information and [&#8230;]</p>
  11518. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11519. ]]></description>
  11520. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11521. <div>At our monthly Boy Scout Round Table we will be having the first of our regular discussions on Family Scouting and how it will work with the Scouting program.  We will attempt to have the latest information from National and will pass along as much as possible.  Please plan on attending for valuable information and bring your questions.  Even if we can&#8217;t get them answered at Round Table, we&#8217;ll find the answers or the folks that have the answers and get them for you.  We plan on discussing Family Scouting on a monthly basis as details of the program become available.</div>
  11522. <div></div>
  11523. <div>Very few folks have signed up for our End of the Year Barbecue.   Please RSVP and SIGN UP using the sign up genius link at:  <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable</a></div>
  11524. <div>Hot Dogs and Hamburgers will be provided.  Thursday, June 7, 2018 from 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church.</div>
  11525. <div></div>
  11526. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  11527. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  11528. </div>
  11529. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11530. ]]></content:encoded>
  11532. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11533. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11536. </item>
  11537. <item>
  11538. <title>NewsFlash Format Changing</title>
  11539. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/newsflash-format-changing/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=newsflash-format-changing</link>
  11540. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/newsflash-format-changing/#respond</comments>
  11542. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11543. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:35:26 +0000</pubDate>
  11544. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=901</guid>
  11545.  
  11546. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Seneca NewsFlash will be moving to a new format.  It could be as soon as next week, but you can expect to receive the NewsFlash from seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org in a new format. Below is what the header looks like I am in the process of importing all the email addresses.  So the timing of the change will [&#8230;]</p>
  11547. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/newsflash-format-changing/">NewsFlash Format Changing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11548. ]]></description>
  11549. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Seneca NewsFlash will be moving to a new format.  It could be as soon as next week, but you can expect to receive the NewsFlash from <a href="mailto:seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org</a> in a new format.</div>
  11550. <div></div>
  11551. <div>Below is what the header looks like</div>
  11552. <div>
  11553. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/NewsFlash-Upcoming.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-902" src="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/NewsFlash-Upcoming-300x107.png" alt="" width="300" height="107" srcset="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/NewsFlash-Upcoming-300x107.png 300w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/06/NewsFlash-Upcoming.png 620w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></div>
  11554. </div>
  11555. <div>I am in the process of importing all the email addresses.  So the timing of the change will depend on when I complete the migration.</div>
  11556. <div>Lynn</div>
  11557. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/newsflash-format-changing/">NewsFlash Format Changing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11558. ]]></content:encoded>
  11560. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/newsflash-format-changing/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11561. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11564. </item>
  11565. <item>
  11566. <title>Friends of Scouting Status</title>
  11567. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-status/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=friends-of-scouting-status</link>
  11568. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-status/#respond</comments>
  11570. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11571. <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 03:59:15 +0000</pubDate>
  11572. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=900</guid>
  11573.  
  11574. <description><![CDATA[<p>Currently we&#8217;re at just over 90% of our 2018 Friends of Scouting goal! Thanks to all of the units that have hosted presentations and to all of the families that have contributed so far.  If your unit has not had a presentation, please contact Phil Dennis at phil@dennis-family.org.  If you have not made your individual pledge, [&#8230;]</p>
  11575. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-status/">Friends of Scouting Status</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11576. ]]></description>
  11577. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11578. <div>Currently we&#8217;re at just over 90% of our 2018 Friends of Scouting goal! Thanks to all of the units that have hosted presentations and to all of the families that have contributed so far.  If your unit has not had a presentation, please contact Phil Dennis at <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phil@dennis-family.org</a>.  If you have not made your individual pledge, please contact Phil so he can get you the information needed to make a contribution.</div>
  11579. <div></div>
  11580. <div>IMPORTANT NEWS!!!!! IF SENECA REACHES THEIR FOS GOAL BEFORE THE JUNE 14 ROUND TABLE, PHIL DENNIS WILL TAKE A PIE TO THE FACE IN CELEBRATION OF OUR ACHIEVEMENT!</div>
  11581. <div></div>
  11582. <div>Thanks for all that you do.</div>
  11583. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</div>
  11584. </div>
  11585. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-status/">Friends of Scouting Status</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11586. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11589. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11592. </item>
  11593. <item>
  11594. <title>Attention all Cubmasters, Den Walkers and Pack Coordinators who are attending Day Camp!: June 14</title>
  11595. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-all-cubmasters-den-walkers-and-pack-coordinators-who-are-attending-day-camp-june-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=attention-all-cubmasters-den-walkers-and-pack-coordinators-who-are-attending-day-camp-june-14</link>
  11596. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-all-cubmasters-den-walkers-and-pack-coordinators-who-are-attending-day-camp-june-14/#respond</comments>
  11598. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11599. <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 03:58:08 +0000</pubDate>
  11600. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=899</guid>
  11601.  
  11602. <description><![CDATA[<p>With Youth Protection Training 2 now up and running a new Youth on Youth training was released especially for Camp and Program Directors.  Because of the many concerns of child abuse and youth mistreating other youth we have been asked to share the highlights of this training with as many of you as is possible. Therefore, we [&#8230;]</p>
  11603. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-all-cubmasters-den-walkers-and-pack-coordinators-who-are-attending-day-camp-june-14/">Attention all Cubmasters, Den Walkers and Pack Coordinators who are attending Day Camp!: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11604. ]]></description>
  11605. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11606. <div>With Youth Protection Training 2 now up and running a new <b>Youth on Youth training</b> was released especially for Camp and Program Directors.  Because of the many concerns of child abuse and youth mistreating other youth we have been asked to share the highlights of this training with as many of you as is possible. Therefore, we are offering ALL Cubmasters, Pack Coordinators and Den Walkers an opportunity to join us at the June Cub Scout Roundtable on Thursday June 14th at 7:30pm at the LDS church on Montgomery Village Avenue.</div>
  11607. <div></div>
  11608. <div>The Boy Scout and Cub Scout leaders meet together for the first 15-20 minutes and then separate into breakout meetings. During the breakout time will be when the training will be held.</div>
  11609. <div></div>
  11610. <div>We encourage all, especially Den walkers, to attend so they can be more up to date with Camp policies.  This will not replace the Den Walker walk through meeting at Madison Fields on June 24th @ 1pm but will hopefully reach more of you.</div>
  11611. <div>June 14th @ 6:30 is also the time when the Pack Coordinators will be handing in paperwork and picking up the BRAND NEW RED CAMP SHIRTS!!</div>
  11612. <div>We look forward to seeing many of you at Roundtable.</div>
  11613. <div>Maggie and Kathy</div>
  11614. </div>
  11615. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attention-all-cubmasters-den-walkers-and-pack-coordinators-who-are-attending-day-camp-june-14/">Attention all Cubmasters, Den Walkers and Pack Coordinators who are attending Day Camp!: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11616. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11619. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11622. </item>
  11623. <item>
  11624. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</title>
  11625. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-june-14</link>
  11626. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14/#respond</comments>
  11628. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11629. <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 03:57:18 +0000</pubDate>
  11630. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=898</guid>
  11631.  
  11632. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for our annual End of the Year Barbecue.  Hot Dogs and Hamburgers will be provided.  Thursday, June 14, 2018 from 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church.  Please RSVP and SIGN UP using the sign up genius link at:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable At our monthly Boy Scout Roundtable we will be having [&#8230;]</p>
  11633. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11634. ]]></description>
  11635. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11636. <div>Join us for our annual End of the Year Barbecue.  Hot Dogs and Hamburgers will be provided.  Thursday, June 14, 2018 from 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church.  Please RSVP and SIGN UP using the sign up genius link at:  <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable</a></div>
  11637. <div></div>
  11638. <div>At our monthly Boy Scout Roundtable we will be having the first of our regular discussions on Family Scouting and how it will work with the Scouting program.  Please plan on attending for valuable information.</div>
  11639. <div></div>
  11640. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  11641. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  11642. </div>
  11643. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-june-14/">Boy Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11644. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11647. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11650. </item>
  11651. <item>
  11652. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: June 14</title>
  11653. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-june-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-june-14</link>
  11654. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-june-14/#respond</comments>
  11656. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11657. <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 03:56:32 +0000</pubDate>
  11658. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=897</guid>
  11659.  
  11660. <description><![CDATA[<p>The June Cub Scout roundtable will be joining with the Boy Scout Roundtable, opening with a grill out and potluck.  Please bring a dish, appetizer, or dessert you enjoy to share.  We will then be breaking out to discuss day camp and for committee members, planning for next year&#8217;s pack, including activities, leadership, and fundraising.  [&#8230;]</p>
  11661. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-june-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11662. ]]></description>
  11663. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11664. <div>The June Cub Scout roundtable will be joining with the Boy Scout Roundtable, opening with a grill out and potluck.  Please bring a dish, appetizer, or dessert you enjoy to share.  We will then be breaking out to discuss day camp and for committee members, planning for next year&#8217;s pack, including activities, leadership, and fundraising.  We will also be updating on the family scouting initiative as it applies to the Cub Scout program.</div>
  11665. <div></div>
  11666. <div>If you just became a new leader, now is an excellent time to see how the Roundtable program can help you, and for our experienced scouters, we always appreciate your sharing what you&#8217;ve learned so far, and hope to further your own knowledge.</div>
  11667. <div></div>
  11668. <div>We look forward to seeing you.  Thursday, June 14th, food starts at 6:30 until 7:30pm and roundtable starts at 7:30, Montgomery Village LDS church.</div>
  11669. </div>
  11670. <div></div>
  11671. <div>Please RSVP and SIGN UP using the sign up genius link at:  <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4da5ad29a6f85-roundtable</a></div>
  11672. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-june-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11673. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11679. </item>
  11680. <item>
  11681. <title>Citizenship in the Community &#8212; Board of Elections</title>
  11682. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/citizenship-in-the-community-board-of-elections/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=citizenship-in-the-community-board-of-elections</link>
  11683. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/citizenship-in-the-community-board-of-elections/#respond</comments>
  11685. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11686. <pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2018 03:07:56 +0000</pubDate>
  11687. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=895</guid>
  11688.  
  11689. <description><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Zalaya at the Board of Elections has shared important announcements this week: Montgomery County Board of Elections Recruiting for &#8220;Future Vote&#8221; Program MCPS allows students to earn student service learning (SSL) hours the summer after completing Grade 5. School-age students, grades 6-12 are needed to participate in the &#8220;Future Vote&#8221; Program. Future Vote students [&#8230;]</p>
  11690. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/citizenship-in-the-community-board-of-elections/">Citizenship in the Community &#8212; Board of Elections</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11691. ]]></description>
  11692. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11693. <div>Dr. Zalaya at the Board of Elections has shared important announcements this week:</div>
  11694. <div></div>
  11695. <div>Montgomery County Board of Elections Recruiting for &#8220;Future Vote&#8221; Program</div>
  11696. <div></div>
  11697. <div>MCPS allows students to earn student service learning (SSL) hours the summer after completing Grade 5. School-age students, grades 6-12 are needed to participate in the &#8220;Future Vote&#8221; Program. Future Vote students will serve as Election Day Ambassadors during the 2018 Gubernatorial Primary Election on Tuesday, June 26. Students and their guardians must attend mandatory training to participate in the Future Vote Program and, if applicable, students will receive Student Service Learning (SSL) credits.</div>
  11698. <div>(FUTURE VOTE REGISTRATION: <a href="https://www4.montgomerycountymd.gov/BoardOfElections/registerGuardianFv.seam">https://www4.montgomerycountymd.gov/BoardOfElections/registerGuardianFv.seam</a>)</div>
  11699. <div></div>
  11700. <div>&#8211; Students 16 years old or older are eligible to register to vote and serve as election workers.  Each minor must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Maryland State Board of Elections, that they meet all qualifications for registration in the State.  Students serving as election workers may choose to earn up to $210 or 25 Student Service Learning (SSL) credits in lieu of the stipend. (ELECTION JUDGE REGISTRATION: <a href="https://www4.montgomerycountymd.gov/BoardOfElections/qA.seam">https://www4.montgomerycountymd.gov/BoardOfElections/qA.seam</a>)</div>
  11701. <div>&#8211; Due to the diversity within the county, voters who speak multiple languages are also needed.  Voters who are fluent in both English and Spanish are especially needed in each polling place to meet the requirements of Section 203 of the 1975 Voting Rights Act which stipulates that bilingual Spanish speakers be available at the polling places.</div>
  11702. <div></div>
  11703. <div>Montgomery County Board of Election Future Vote Initiative: Students help facilitate voting process!</div>
  11704. <div><a href="http://www.your4state.com/election/ylehq-maryland/students-help-facilitate-voting-process/606655133">http://www.your4state.com/election/ylehq-maryland/students-help-facilitate-voting-process/606655133</a></div>
  11705. <div></div>
  11706. <div>Vote: Unique Montgomery County program gets students involved in politics (Capitol News Service)</div>
  11707. <div><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cq5LTaxMkNc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cq5LTaxMkNc</a></div>
  11708. <div></div>
  11709. <div>Gilberto &#8220;Dr. Z&#8221; Zelaya II, Ph.D., CERA</div>
  11710. <div>Montgomery County Board of Elections</div>
  11711. <div>18753-210 N. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20879-3121</div>
  11712. <div>Office: 240.777.8532; Fax: 240.777.8632; Cellular: 240.508.4820</div>
  11713. <div>Election related information (24/7)/Para información electoral (24 horas):  <a href="http://www.777vote.org/">www.777vote.org</a>; 240.777.VOTE (8683)</div>
  11714. <div>ATTENTION: Board of Elections is seeking registered voters with Spanish speaking fluency to serve as election judges.</div>
  11715. <div>Election Judge Online Application: <a href="http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/Elections/ElectionJudge/BecomeanelectionJudge.html#">http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/Elections/ElectionJudge/BecomeanelectionJudge.html#</a></div>
  11716. </div>
  11717. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/citizenship-in-the-community-board-of-elections/">Citizenship in the Community &#8212; Board of Elections</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11718. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11724. </item>
  11725. <item>
  11726. <title>Take Youth Protection Training during Roundtable: June 14</title>
  11727. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/take-youth-protection-training-during-roundtable-june-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=take-youth-protection-training-during-roundtable-june-14</link>
  11728. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/take-youth-protection-training-during-roundtable-june-14/#respond</comments>
  11730. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11731. <pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2018 03:06:28 +0000</pubDate>
  11732. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=894</guid>
  11733.  
  11734. <description><![CDATA[<p>With Youth Protection Training 2 now up and running a new Youth on Youth training was released especially for Camp and Program Directors.  Because of the many concerns of child abuse and youth mistreating other youth we have been asked to share the highlights of this training with as many of you as is possible. [&#8230;]</p>
  11735. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/take-youth-protection-training-during-roundtable-june-14/">Take Youth Protection Training during Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11736. ]]></description>
  11737. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11738. <div>With Youth Protection Training 2 now up and running a new Youth on Youth training was released especially for Camp and Program Directors.  Because of the many concerns of child abuse and youth mistreating other youth we have been asked to share the highlights of this training with as many of you as is possible. Therefore, we are offering ALL Cubmasters, Pack Coordinators and Den Walkers an opportunity to join us at the June Cub Scout Roundtable on Thursday June 14th at 7:30pm at the LDS church on Montgomery Village Avenue.</div>
  11739. <div></div>
  11740. <div>The Boy Scout and Cub Scout leaders meet together for the first 15-20 minutes and then separate into breakout meetings. During the breakout time will be when the training will be held.</div>
  11741. <div></div>
  11742. <div>We encourage all, especially Den walkers, to attend so they can be more up to date with Camp policies.  This will not replace the Den Walker walk through meeting at Madison Fields on June 24th @ 1pm but will hopefully reach more of you.</div>
  11743. <div>June 14th @ 6:30 is also the time when the Pack Coordinators will be handing in paperwork and picking up the BRAND NEW RED CAMP SHIRTS!!</div>
  11744. <div>We look forward to seeing many of you at Roundtable.</div>
  11745. <div>Maggie and Kathy</div>
  11746. </div>
  11747. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/take-youth-protection-training-during-roundtable-june-14/">Take Youth Protection Training during Roundtable: June 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11748. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11754. </item>
  11755. <item>
  11756. <title>STEM University: June 9</title>
  11757. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-university-june-9</link>
  11758. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9/#respond</comments>
  11760. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11761. <pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2018 03:04:35 +0000</pubDate>
  11762. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=893</guid>
  11763.  
  11764. <description><![CDATA[<p>STEM University is an annual event held by the NCAC STEM Committee.  This year it will be at the Microsoft Technology Center in Reston, Virginia. The event includes a youth science fair, adult leader trainings, and Cub Scout activities led by Venture Scouts &#38; Boy Scouts. Leader trainings include the following: 12:45 &#8211; 1:45 PM: [&#8230;]</p>
  11765. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9/">STEM University: June 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11766. ]]></description>
  11767. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  11768. <div>STEM University is an annual event held by the NCAC STEM Committee.  This year it will be at the Microsoft Technology Center in Reston, Virginia.</div>
  11769. <div></div>
  11770. <div>The event includes a youth science fair, adult leader trainings, and Cub Scout activities led by Venture Scouts &amp; Boy Scouts. Leader trainings include the following:</div>
  11771. <div></div>
  11772. <div>12:45 &#8211; 1:45 PM: Period 1 class  (Trainings include:  BSA STEM Roadmap to Success &#8211; focus on Troops | STEM in Cub Scout Advancement | STEM &amp; Special Needs)</div>
  11773. <div></div>
  11774. <div>1:55 &#8211; 3:25PM : Period 2 class (Trainings include: Supernova Mentor &amp; Nova Counselor Training, Hands-on Science Experiments, Large STEM Event Planning)</div>
  11775. <div></div>
  11776. <div>See more course descriptions and event information at this registration page:  <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMU2018">https://scoutingevent.com/082-STEMU2018</a></div>
  11777. <div></div>
  11778. <div>Trisha Dalal</div>
  11779. <div>  STEM Coordinator</div>
  11780. <div>        National Capital Area Council</div>
  11781. </div>
  11782. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9/">STEM University: June 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11783. ]]></content:encoded>
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  11789. </item>
  11790. <item>
  11791. <title>Full Spectrum: June 1 &#038; 2</title>
  11792. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/full-spectrum-june-1-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=full-spectrum-june-1-2</link>
  11793. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/full-spectrum-june-1-2/#respond</comments>
  11795. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11796. <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 04:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
  11797. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=892</guid>
  11798.  
  11799. <description><![CDATA[<p>Physics is Phun show presented at a high-school level, Full Spectrum will feature exciting demonstrations related to optical physics and technology. Both events will be presented in the John S. Toll Physics Building at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD. (http://tinyurl.com/tollbuilding) From 7-8:30pm. For more information, or to sign up for our mailing [&#8230;]</p>
  11800. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/full-spectrum-june-1-2/">Full Spectrum: June 1 &amp; 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11801. ]]></description>
  11802. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Physics is Phun show presented at a high-school level, Full Spectrum will feature exciting demonstrations related to optical physics and technology.</div>
  11803. <div>Both events will be presented in the John S. Toll Physics Building at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD. (<a href="http://tinyurl.com/tollbuilding" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://tinyurl.com/tollbuilding</a>) From 7-8:30pm.</div>
  11804. <div>For more information, or to sign up for our mailing list for future updates, please visit us on the Web at <a href="http://umdphysics.umd.edu/outreach" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://umdphysics.umd.edu/outreach</a>.</div>
  11805. <div></div>
  11806. <div>Additional detail found at the University of Maryland <a href="https://umdphysics.umd.edu/events/aboutus-outreach/discovery-days.html">website</a>.</div>
  11807. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/full-spectrum-june-1-2/">Full Spectrum: June 1 &amp; 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11808. ]]></content:encoded>
  11810. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/full-spectrum-june-1-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11811. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11814. </item>
  11815. <item>
  11816. <title>District Court of Honor: May 22</title>
  11817. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-may-22-5</link>
  11818. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-5/#respond</comments>
  11820. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11821. <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 03:57:44 +0000</pubDate>
  11822. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=891</guid>
  11823.  
  11824. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last chance to Register!  The event is next week! Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15. Location: Washington-Rockville [&#8230;]</p>
  11825. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-5/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11826. ]]></description>
  11827. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Last chance to Register!  The event is next week!</div>
  11828. <div>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15.</div>
  11829. <div></div>
  11830. <div>
  11831. <div>Location:</div>
  11832. <div>Washington-Rockville Elks</div>
  11833. <div>Lodge No. 15</div>
  11834. <div>5 Taft Court</div>
  11835. <div>Rockville, Md. 20850</div>
  11836. <div></div>
  11837. <div>Menu:</div>
  11838. <div>Top Round of Beef, Boneless Chicken Breast, Buttered Carrots, Tossed Garden Salad, au gratin Potatoes, rolls, coffee, and tea.</div>
  11839. <div></div>
  11840. <div>Cost:</div>
  11841. <div>The cost for registration and walk-ins at the door is $35.00 per person.</div>
  11842. </div>
  11843. <div></div>
  11844. <div>Let’s celebrate the many volunteers within Seneca District who do so much for all of us in our Packs, Troops, Teams and Crews and our District where they do so much good work!!!</div>
  11845. <div></div>
  11846. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration</a></div>
  11847. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-5/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11848. ]]></content:encoded>
  11850. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-5/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11851. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11854. </item>
  11855. <item>
  11856. <title>Mission: Optics: May 19</title>
  11857. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mission-optics-may-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=mission-optics-may-19</link>
  11858. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mission-optics-may-19/#respond</comments>
  11860. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11861. <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 03:55:02 +0000</pubDate>
  11862. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=890</guid>
  11863.  
  11864. <description><![CDATA[<p>A Physics Discovery Day for upper elementary students and their parents, Mission: Optics will feature demonstrations and hands-on activities related to light and optics. Registration is required for this program, sign up at http://bit.ly/missionoptics.  From 10am to Noon. Additional detail found at the University of Maryland website.</p>
  11865. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mission-optics-may-19/">Mission: Optics: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11866. ]]></description>
  11867. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>A Physics Discovery Day for upper elementary students and their parents, Mission: Optics will feature demonstrations and hands-on activities related to light and optics. Registration is required for this program, sign up at <a href="http://bit.ly/missionoptics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://bit.ly/missionoptics</a>.  From 10am to Noon.</div>
  11868. <div></div>
  11869. <div>Additional detail found at the University of Maryland <a href="https://umdphysics.umd.edu/events/aboutus-outreach/discovery-days.html">website</a>.</div>
  11870. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mission-optics-may-19/">Mission: Optics: May 19</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11871. ]]></content:encoded>
  11873. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/mission-optics-may-19/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11874. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11877. </item>
  11878. <item>
  11879. <title>Council Venturing Training: May 19 </title>
  11880. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-venturing-training-may-19/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=council-venturing-training-may-19</link>
  11881. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-venturing-training-may-19/#respond</comments>
  11883. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11884. <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 03:53:34 +0000</pubDate>
  11885. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=889</guid>
  11886.  
  11887. <description><![CDATA[<p>At Camp William B. Snyder in Haymarket, VA Register for a Day Pass to sign up for one of these two integral training sessions needed for Venturing Awards: 1. Introduction to Leadership for Crews (all day)         -or- 2. Time Management and Goal Setting (half day) Check In for Day Pass registrants is Sat 7-9am, on the [&#8230;]</p>
  11888. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-venturing-training-may-19/">Council Venturing Training: May 19 </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11889. ]]></description>
  11890. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
  11891. <div>
  11892. <div>At Camp William B. Snyder in Haymarket, VA</div>
  11893. <div></div>
  11894. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-SpringVenturingCamporee">Register for a Day Pass</a> to sign up for one of these two integral training sessions needed for Venturing Awards:</div>
  11895. <div></div>
  11896. <div>1. <b>Introduction to Leadership for Crews</b> (all day)</div>
  11897. <div>        -or-</div>
  11898. <div>2. <b>Time Management and Goal Setting</b> (half day)</div>
  11899. <div></div>
  11900. <div>Check In for Day Pass registrants is Sat 7-9am, on the porch of the Hylton/Admin building.. Bring a water bottle and a bag lunch <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f642.png" alt="🙂" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></div>
  11901. <div></div>
  11902. <div>Anyone registered with a day pass can join the other exciting camporee activities for free &#8212; stay as long as you want, even overnight!</div>
  11903. <div>Shooting sports: Tomahawks, Air Rifles, Archery</div>
  11904. <div>New Giant-Sized Games: Jenga, Yahtzee, Twister (you&#8217;ll want to see this!)</div>
  11905. <div>Field games: gaga ball, horseshoes, corn hole, capture the flag, &amp; more</div>
  11906. <div>Inside games: board games, cards, arts &amp; crafts, signature scavenger hunt, &amp; more</div>
  11907. <div>STEM activities: Rube Goldberg, Egg Launch, Telegraph</div>
  11908. <div></div>
  11909. <div>Don&#8217;t forget to attend the <b>Council Court of Honor at 7:30pm</b> honoring Council Venturing Leadership Award Class of 2017!</div>
  11910. </div>
  11911. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-venturing-training-may-19/">Council Venturing Training: May 19 </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11912. ]]></content:encoded>
  11914. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/council-venturing-training-may-19/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11915. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11918. </item>
  11919. <item>
  11920. <title>STEM Day Camp and Resident Camp &#8211; July 23-26 and July 27-29, 2018</title>
  11921. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018</link>
  11922. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018/#respond</comments>
  11924. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11925. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:33:50 +0000</pubDate>
  11926. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=887</guid>
  11927.  
  11928. <description><![CDATA[<p>STEM Day Camp and Resident Camp &#8211; July 23-26 and July 27-29, 2018, Camp Snyder Open to elementary age Cub Scouts and siblings.  Scouts will work on 2 Nova Awards through their exploration with hydraulics, soldering and 3D printing, while also enjoying shooting sports and aquatics. More information can be found at www.ncacbsa.org/STEM.</p>
  11929. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018/">STEM Day Camp and Resident Camp &#8211; July 23-26 and July 27-29, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11930. ]]></description>
  11931. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>STEM Day Camp and Resident Camp &#8211; July 23-26 and July 27-29, 2018, Camp Snyder</div>
  11932. <div>Open to elementary age Cub Scouts and siblings.  Scouts will work on 2 Nova Awards through their exploration with hydraulics, soldering and 3D printing, while also enjoying shooting sports and aquatics.</div>
  11933. <div></div>
  11934. <div>More information can be found at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/STEM">www.ncacbsa.org/STEM</a>.</div>
  11935. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018/">STEM Day Camp and Resident Camp &#8211; July 23-26 and July 27-29, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11936. ]]></content:encoded>
  11938. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-day-camp-and-resident-camp-july-23-26-and-july-27-29-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11939. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11942. </item>
  11943. <item>
  11944. <title>Build a Quadcopter, July 1-7 and July 29 &#8211; August 4, 2018</title>
  11945. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018</link>
  11946. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018/#respond</comments>
  11948. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11949. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:33:03 +0000</pubDate>
  11950. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=886</guid>
  11951.  
  11952. <description><![CDATA[<p>Build a Quadcopter, July 1-7 and July 29 &#8211; August 4, 2018, Goshen Scout Reservation Build your own drone during STEM challenges Week.  Webelos are welcomed during Week 2 (July 1-7) and provisional Scouts are welcomed July 29- August 4. More information can be found at www.ncacbsa.org/STEM.</p>
  11953. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018/">Build a Quadcopter, July 1-7 and July 29 &#8211; August 4, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11954. ]]></description>
  11955. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Build a Quadcopter, July 1-7 and July 29 &#8211; August 4, 2018, Goshen Scout Reservation</div>
  11956. <div>Build your own drone during STEM challenges Week.  Webelos are welcomed during Week 2 (July 1-7) and provisional Scouts are welcomed July 29- August 4.</div>
  11957. <div></div>
  11958. <div></div>
  11959. <div>More information can be found at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/STEM">www.ncacbsa.org/STEM</a>.</div>
  11960. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018/">Build a Quadcopter, July 1-7 and July 29 &#8211; August 4, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11961. ]]></content:encoded>
  11963. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/build-a-quadcopter-july-1-7-and-july-29-august-4-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11964. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11967. </item>
  11968. <item>
  11969. <title>STEM University &#8211; June 9, 2018, Haymarket, VA</title>
  11970. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va</link>
  11971. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va/#respond</comments>
  11973. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11974. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:32:11 +0000</pubDate>
  11975. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=885</guid>
  11976.  
  11977. <description><![CDATA[<p>Youth may display Supernova projects and/or take part in hands-on activities.  Adults may take training for Nova Counselor and Supernova Mentor positions. More information can be found at www.ncacbsa.org/STEM.</p>
  11978. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va/">STEM University &#8211; June 9, 2018, Haymarket, VA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11979. ]]></description>
  11980. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Youth may display Supernova projects and/or take part in hands-on activities.  Adults may take training for Nova Counselor and Supernova Mentor positions.</div>
  11981. <div></div>
  11982. <div>More information can be found at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/STEM">www.ncacbsa.org/STEM</a>.</div>
  11983. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va/">STEM University &#8211; June 9, 2018, Haymarket, VA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  11984. ]]></content:encoded>
  11986. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/stem-university-june-9-2018-haymarket-va/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  11987. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  11990. </item>
  11991. <item>
  11992. <title>Scout Me In!</title>
  11993. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-me-in/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scout-me-in</link>
  11994. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-me-in/#respond</comments>
  11996. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  11997. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:27:41 +0000</pubDate>
  11998. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=884</guid>
  11999.  
  12000. <description><![CDATA[<p>BSA Announces Name of Older Scout Program!  Scouts BSA welcomes girls and boys in 2018! Boy Scouts of America (BSA) made history today by unveiling the new Scout Me In campaign that features girls, as well as boys, in its iconic Cub Scout program for the first time. Starting this summer, all kids are invited to say, [&#8230;]</p>
  12001. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-me-in/">Scout Me In!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12002. ]]></description>
  12003. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>BSA Announces Name of Older Scout Program!  <b><u>Scouts BSA</u></b> welcomes girls and boys in 2018!</div>
  12004. <div></div>
  12005. <div>Boy Scouts of America (BSA) made history today by unveiling the new Scout Me In campaign that features girls, as well as boys, in its iconic Cub Scout program for the first time. Starting this summer, all kids are invited to say, &#8220;Scout Me In,&#8221; as they join the fun, adventure and character-building opportunities found in Cub Scouts. The campaign presents an energizing Scouting experience that speaks to kids by putting them in the middle of the action. It also engages parents who are looking for ways to make the most of the time they have with their kids and help them to be Prepared. For Life.</div>
  12006. <div></div>
  12007. <div>Starting in February 2019, the name of BSA&#8217;s older youth program will be Scouts BSA. The name of our iconic organization will continue to be Boy Scouts of America. This shows that Scouting is the heart of our program, for both boys and girls.</div>
  12008. <div></div>
  12009. <div>For more information about both these stories read this <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scout-me-in/">article</a></div>
  12010. <div></div>
  12011. <div>Lots of other great information has been put out, including updated graphic files. Here are links to check out and share with your units and other Scouting families:</div>
  12012. <div></div>
  12013. <div> *   <a href="https://www.scouting.org/familyscouting/">Family Scouting on the BSA website</a></div>
  12014. <div> *   <a href="https://scouting.webdamdb.com/bp/#/folder/3963777/">Family Scouting marketing materials</a></div>
  12015. <div></div>
  12016. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  12017. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  12018. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-me-in/">Scout Me In!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12019. ]]></content:encoded>
  12021. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-me-in/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12022. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12025. </item>
  12026. <item>
  12027. <title>SEABADGE: October 5-7</title>
  12028. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seabadge-october-5-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seabadge-october-5-7</link>
  12029. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seabadge-october-5-7/#respond</comments>
  12031. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12032. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:26:59 +0000</pubDate>
  12033. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=883</guid>
  12034.  
  12035. <description><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018) is scheduled for Friday to Sunday, October 5-7, 2018. Due to the high demand for the limited number of participant openings, your immediate attention is requested. Seabadge is an advanced training experience for Sea Scout adult leaders, Committee Members and other members in Scouting at the Unit, District, Council, Area [&#8230;]</p>
  12036. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seabadge-october-5-7/">SEABADGE: October 5-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12037. ]]></description>
  12038. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Northeast Region Seabadge Conference (SB-38-DE-2018) is scheduled for Friday to Sunday, October 5-7, 2018. Due to the high demand for the limited number of participant openings, your immediate attention is requested.</div>
  12039. <div></div>
  12040. <div>Seabadge is an advanced training experience for Sea Scout adult leaders, Committee Members and other members in Scouting at the Unit, District, Council, Area or Flotilla, Regional or National levels that support the Sea Scout program. The purposes of the Seabadge experience are:</div>
  12041. <div>1. Improve the understanding of leadership, management, and motivational skills among Sea Scout adult leaders.</div>
  12042. <div>2. Provide management, leadership, and presentation skills and tools to leaders so that they may use and share them with others in day-to-day Sea Scout activities.</div>
  12043. <div>3. Use the skills and tools acquired at Seabadge to improve the quality of the Sea Scout program.</div>
  12044. <div>4. Encourage the development of lifelong contacts and sharing of resources by and between course participants and staff.</div>
  12045. <div>For complete information see: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NILteWu9zEz4xdAj9ie-x2wYa8iK0dTIFaoTHq5XGIs3NDEi1LcLLJyH-KeXspbL8lJzngIr6D6-doXGBwwF1MfgI7MTRPSwoB62qF9QZKtS7BjPVDRu_TE7mhnjWdIty3HSWZQLnyTlOYO9lRTKcfrMbb5D1XoQxdcg-aLA8xDlETUiMn07IX7TFitTpi54eD2XwGdFwYiqcI5a86qw-h_9VuykOUxIIuuXRWSKQ9P3QKSKvmQcYHuwVu7wT8b0J6ylcwLEfKW2qXK85D0eSO8B6c4-Jety&amp;c=4hDG-64Oi7M3-rPZic3Esm93Zkx3CcuN9X-9FdLdqurkNTYXDkd4dw==&amp;ch=RSF19Ms0_s1LKL-yVzsn0TAA1uNTPvSamOIlys_niwxMPu-68eMa5w==">SB-38-DE 18 Participant r1.pdf </a></div>
  12046. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seabadge-october-5-7/">SEABADGE: October 5-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12047. ]]></content:encoded>
  12049. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seabadge-october-5-7/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12050. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12053. </item>
  12054. <item>
  12055. <title>Powder Horn: August 24-26 </title>
  12056. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-august-24-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=powder-horn-august-24-26</link>
  12057. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-august-24-26/#respond</comments>
  12059. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12060. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:26:21 +0000</pubDate>
  12061. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=882</guid>
  12062.  
  12063. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come to experience an opportunity to get the hands on knowledge and practical resources to provide a challenging and fun outdoor program for your older youth. Powder Horn is the vessel to sustain the spirit of the outdoors in our youth today. Along with the spirit of the outdoors, you will also gather knowledge to [&#8230;]</p>
  12064. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-august-24-26/">Powder Horn: August 24-26 </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12065. ]]></description>
  12066. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come to experience an opportunity to get the hands on knowledge and practical resources to provide a challenging and fun outdoor program for your older youth. Powder Horn is the vessel to sustain the spirit of the outdoors in our youth today. Along with the spirit of the outdoors, you will also gather knowledge to share, motivate and direct youth. Powder Horn will give you the necessary skills to oversee a high adventure program. It will also help you identify local resources for your group&#8217;s program.</div>
  12067. <div></div>
  12068. <div>Powder Horn is organized around the Venturing Program&#8217;s High Adventure elements and Boy Scouting&#8217;s High Adventure Merit badge elements. It is intended to help adult leaders get started finding and using the resources for high-adventure programs.</div>
  12069. <div></div>
  12070. <div>All registered adult leaders and youth (14 and up) are welcome. All participants must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. Adults must have completed Leader Specific Training for your registered position. Youth participants must have a letter of recommendation from their Scoutmaster or Advisor</div>
  12071. <div></div>
  12072. <div>For more information, or to register, visit <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/powder-horn/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/powder-horn/</a>.</div>
  12073. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-august-24-26/">Powder Horn: August 24-26 </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12074. ]]></content:encoded>
  12076. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-august-24-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12077. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12080. </item>
  12081. <item>
  12082. <title>Philmont Leadership Challenge: July 1-7 or September 16-22</title>
  12083. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22</link>
  12084. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/#respond</comments>
  12086. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12087. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
  12088. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=881</guid>
  12089.  
  12090. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouters will practice and internalize the leadership skills taught at Wood Badge in this action-packed, experiential backcountry conference. PLC underscores the values of Scouting, teamwork, and team development; and it promotes the concepts of servant leadership. You will camp in a team setting that enables participants to use the Wood Badge leadership skills to resolve [&#8230;]</p>
  12091. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/">Philmont Leadership Challenge: July 1-7 or September 16-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12092. ]]></description>
  12093. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Scouters will practice and internalize the leadership skills taught at Wood Badge in this action-packed, experiential backcountry conference. PLC underscores the values of Scouting, teamwork, and team development; and it promotes the concepts of servant leadership.</div>
  12094. <div></div>
  12095. <div>You will camp in a team setting that enables participants to use the Wood Badge leadership skills to resolve challenging situations.  You will spend five nights in a two-person platform tent at Rayado Ridge Leadership Camp; showers are available and you will prepare and eat meals with other participants and faculty. On Day 4, you will hike 4 miles one-way to Zastrow where you will camp in a two-person backpacking tent on the ground. At Zastrow, you will prepare and eat Philmont trail meals with your crew. You will participate in a two-hour conservation project and hike to Lover&#8217;s Leap.</div>
  12096. <div></div>
  12097. <div>For more information, or to register, download <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NILteWu9zEz4xdAj9ie-x2wYa8iK0dTIFaoTHq5XGIs3NDEi1LcLLIr4rQr-gAG6cjz6nkDOWU_UDD0ghPNZTZ5_ZxBW7I6izg5nC9fj9er8KyFjPlkwhmFJdJagy-c5oJNMPdbwJb82BuuRXUVe3-fetB7ARcBrg32_brvXIZNiBWbm4IfeZUkD-oQIiWhQihnIhWr-pG5QC2CUeMHyH6R77gZhAPE9XRp0iv6QPd-KEwFg-NKcV4JX9wIxMVSH92-0fKqV2ESPXWoMTOswaIfy3OVetCnG&amp;c=4hDG-64Oi7M3-rPZic3Esm93Zkx3CcuN9X-9FdLdqurkNTYXDkd4dw==&amp;ch=RSF19Ms0_s1LKL-yVzsn0TAA1uNTPvSamOIlys_niwxMPu-68eMa5w==">Philmont Leadership Challenge.pdf</a></div>
  12098. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/">Philmont Leadership Challenge: July 1-7 or September 16-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12099. ]]></content:encoded>
  12101. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/philmont-leadership-challenge-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12102. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12105. </item>
  12106. <item>
  12107. <title>National Youth Leadership Training: July 1-7 or September 16-22</title>
  12108. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22</link>
  12109. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/#respond</comments>
  12111. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12112. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
  12113. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=880</guid>
  12114.  
  12115. <description><![CDATA[<p>NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s presentation of the National Youth Leadership Training. The objective of our NYLT program is to equip our young people with leadership skills to help them succeed in their scouting program and in life. NYLT brings together scouts from all over the Council to learn [&#8230;]</p>
  12116. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/">National Youth Leadership Training: July 1-7 or September 16-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12117. ]]></description>
  12118. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
  12119. <div>
  12120. <div>NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is the National Capital Area Council&#8217;s presentation of the National Youth Leadership Training. The objective of our NYLT program is to equip our young people with leadership skills to help them succeed in their scouting program and in life. NYLT brings together scouts from all over the Council to learn and practice the leadership techniques in a risk free, scout friendly environment. The Scouts learn and practice leadership skills and styles together.</div>
  12121. <div></div>
  12122. <div>The course is presented primarily using a Boy Scout model as the vehicle which allows all attendees to see how leadership skills fit into the scouting program. These leadership skills are applicable to all scouting programs.</div>
  12123. <div></div>
  12124. <div>While it remains the responsibility of the unit leaders to train the youth leaders, this course is designed to supplement the adult leaders&#8217; role in the training process. NYLT skills build on the fundamental leadership skills presented in the unit basic leadership training in their home unit.</div>
  12125. <div></div>
  12126. <div>For information and registration: <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/national-youth-leadership-training/</a></div>
  12127. </div>
  12128. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/">National Youth Leadership Training: July 1-7 or September 16-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12129. ]]></content:encoded>
  12131. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/national-youth-leadership-training-july-1-7-or-september-16-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12132. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12135. </item>
  12136. <item>
  12137. <title>Choose the movie for the Keys Scouting Night!</title>
  12138. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night</link>
  12139. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night/#respond</comments>
  12141. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12142. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
  12143. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=879</guid>
  12144.  
  12145. <description><![CDATA[<p>Do you want to choose which movie we should see at the Keys game on June 2, 2018?! Vote here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZQDRYC See you at the game! Matthew Beyers</p>
  12146. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night/">Choose the movie for the Keys Scouting Night!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12147. ]]></description>
  12148. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12149. <div>Do you want to choose which movie we should see at the Keys game on June 2, 2018?!</div>
  12150. <div>Vote here: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZQDRYC">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZQDRYC</a></div>
  12151. <div></div>
  12152. <div>See you at the game!</div>
  12153. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  12154. </div>
  12155. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night/">Choose the movie for the Keys Scouting Night!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12156. ]]></content:encoded>
  12158. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/choose-the-movie-for-the-keys-scouting-night/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12159. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12162. </item>
  12163. <item>
  12164. <title>Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</title>
  12165. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2</link>
  12166. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2/#respond</comments>
  12168. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12169. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:21:32 +0000</pubDate>
  12170. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=878</guid>
  12171.  
  12172. <description><![CDATA[<p>For those interested in going to the Frederick Keys game on June 2, 2018, they have about 300 seats left for preferred seating. See attached flyer for details. Get &#8217;em while they&#8217;re hot! Matt</p>
  12173. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2/">Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12174. ]]></description>
  12175. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12176. <div>For those interested in going to the Frederick Keys game on June 2, 2018, they have about 300 seats left for preferred seating.</div>
  12177. <div></div>
  12178. <div>See <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/05/2018-Scout-Night.pdf">attached flyer</a> for details.</div>
  12179. <div></div>
  12180. <div>Get &#8217;em while they&#8217;re hot!</div>
  12181. <div>Matt</div>
  12182. </div>
  12183. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2/">Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12184. ]]></content:encoded>
  12186. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12187. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12190. </item>
  12191. <item>
  12192. <title>New 2018 HOST Hike Honoring the William T. Hornaday Award: May 26</title>
  12193. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26</link>
  12194. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26/#respond</comments>
  12196. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12197. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:20:31 +0000</pubDate>
  12198. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=877</guid>
  12199.  
  12200. <description><![CDATA[<p>A special 2018 William T. Hornaday &#8211; Colin Livingstone Hike will be available on Saturday, May 26th, 2018. The Hornaday Wildlife Conservation-based award honors the man who was the head taxidermist at the Smithsonian, helped establish the National Zoo, and was the first Director of what is now called the Bronx Zoo. He is widely [&#8230;]</p>
  12201. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26/">New 2018 HOST Hike Honoring the William T. Hornaday Award: May 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12202. ]]></description>
  12203. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>A special 2018 William T. Hornaday &#8211; Colin Livingstone Hike will be available on Saturday, May 26th, 2018. The Hornaday Wildlife Conservation-based award honors the man who was the head taxidermist at the Smithsonian, helped establish the National Zoo, and was the first Director of what is now called the Bronx Zoo. He is widely credited with saving the American bison from extinction.</div>
  12204. <div></div>
  12205. <div>There will be a limit of 750 hike spaces and only 750 special awards will be available. There will be no limit to the number of Livingstone medals available.</div>
  12206. <div></div>
  12207. <div>To learn more or register, visit us <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/blog/2018/02/20/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-hornaday-award/">here</a></div>
  12208. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26/">New 2018 HOST Hike Honoring the William T. Hornaday Award: May 26</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12209. ]]></content:encoded>
  12211. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/new-2018-host-hike-honoring-the-william-t-hornaday-award-may-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12212. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12215. </item>
  12216. <item>
  12217. <title>District Court of Honor: May 22</title>
  12218. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-may-22-4</link>
  12219. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-4/#respond</comments>
  12221. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12222. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:19:37 +0000</pubDate>
  12223. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=876</guid>
  12224.  
  12225. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15. Location: Washington-Rockville Elks Lodge No. 15 5 Taft Court Rockville, Md. [&#8230;]</p>
  12226. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-4/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12227. ]]></description>
  12228. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15.</div>
  12229. <div></div>
  12230. <div>
  12231. <div>Location:</div>
  12232. <div>Washington-Rockville Elks</div>
  12233. <div>Lodge No. 15</div>
  12234. <div>5 Taft Court</div>
  12235. <div>Rockville, Md. 20850</div>
  12236. <div></div>
  12237. <div>Menu:</div>
  12238. <div>Top Round of Beef, Boneless Chicken Breast, Buttered Carrots, Tossed Garden Salad, au gratin Potatoes, rolls, coffee, and tea.</div>
  12239. <div></div>
  12240. <div>Cost:</div>
  12241. <div>The cost for registration is $30.00 per person through May 13. The cost for late registration and walk-ins at the door is $35.00 per person.</div>
  12242. </div>
  12243. <div></div>
  12244. <div>Let’s celebrate the many volunteers within Seneca District who do so much for all of us in our Packs, Troops, Teams and Crews and our District where they do so much good work!!!</div>
  12245. <div></div>
  12246. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration</a></div>
  12247. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-4/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12248. ]]></content:encoded>
  12250. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12251. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12254. </item>
  12255. <item>
  12256. <title>Program Launch: May 10</title>
  12257. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-may-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=program-launch-may-10</link>
  12258. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-may-10/#respond</comments>
  12260. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12261. <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 04:15:40 +0000</pubDate>
  12262. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=874</guid>
  12263.  
  12264. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca, Potomac &#38; White Oak Districts are having a joint Montgomery Service Area Program Launch 2018-2019 for the next Scouting year.  This event is our annual forum for letting Scout leaders, parents and youth meet with vendors and others in our community to learn about Scouting and opportunities for activities in Montgomery County. Every unit should have scouts [&#8230;]</p>
  12265. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-may-10/">Program Launch: May 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12266. ]]></description>
  12267. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12268. <div>Seneca, Potomac &amp; White Oak Districts are having a joint Montgomery Service Area Program Launch 2018-2019 for the next Scouting year.  This event is our annual forum for letting <b>Scout leaders, parents and </b><strong><u>youth</u></strong><b> meet with vendors and others in our community to learn about Scouting and opportunities for activities in Montgomery County. Every unit should have scouts and scouters attend!</b></div>
  12269. <div></div>
  12270. <div>Learn about Zip Lines, rock climbing, conservation, camping, cooking, backpacking and many other program ideas including district and council events. Come for program ideas and learn about community service opportunities from county and many local agencies in the area. This is a great source to find Eagle Scout Projects in the Metro area!</div>
  12271. <div></div>
  12272. <div>Doors to the program space will open for visitors at 7:00 p.m.  Exhibits will be packed up at 9:00 PM.  Let your commissioner know that you plan to attend so that he will not have to pick up your materials or take notes you will want to take for yourself.</div>
  12273. <div></div>
  12274. <div>The combined program inaugurated this year recognizes that many vendors and firms as well as education, public safety, health and welfare services and other programs that contribute to Scouting are provided in our county as a whole.</div>
  12275. <div></div>
  12276. <div>We encourage all Scout leaders, parents, and others interested to join us at this event.   It is being held right here in our area and is organized to be brief but instructive &#8212; and great fun on that evening</div>
  12277. <div></div>
  12278. <div><b>Date &amp; Time</b>: Thursday May 10 &#8211;  7 to 9 PM</div>
  12279. <div><b>Location</b>: Faith United Methodist Church</div>
  12280. <div>6810 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852 (I-270 @ Montrose Rd Exit)</div>
  12281. </div>
  12282. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/05/Program-Launch-Logo-2018.pdf">Flyer</a></div>
  12283. <div>
  12284. <div></div>
  12285. <div>Ron Bridge</div>
  12286. <div>
  12287. <div>
  12288. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18578" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Additional Details</a></div>
  12289. </div>
  12290. </div>
  12291. </div>
  12292. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-may-10/">Program Launch: May 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12293. ]]></content:encoded>
  12295. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/program-launch-may-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12296. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12299. </item>
  12300. <item>
  12301. <title>Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</title>
  12302. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2</link>
  12303. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2/#respond</comments>
  12305. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12306. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:43:42 +0000</pubDate>
  12307. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=869</guid>
  12308.  
  12309. <description><![CDATA[<p>For those interested in going to the Frederick Keys game on June 2, 2018, they have about 300 seats left for preferred seating. See attached flyer for details. Get &#8217;em while they&#8217;re hot! Matt</p>
  12310. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2/">Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12311. ]]></description>
  12312. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12313. <div>For those interested in going to the Frederick Keys game on June 2, 2018, they have about 300 seats left for preferred seating.</div>
  12314. <div></div>
  12315. <div>See <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/05/2018-Scout-Night.pdf">attached flyer</a> for details.</div>
  12316. <div></div>
  12317. <div>Get &#8217;em while they&#8217;re hot!</div>
  12318. <div>Matt</div>
  12319. </div>
  12320. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2/">Frederick Keys &#8211; Preferred Seating: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12321. ]]></content:encoded>
  12323. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/frederick-keys-preferred-seating-june-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12324. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12327. </item>
  12328. <item>
  12329. <title>District Court of Honor: May 22</title>
  12330. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-may-22-3</link>
  12331. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-3/#respond</comments>
  12333. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12334. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:42:15 +0000</pubDate>
  12335. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=868</guid>
  12336.  
  12337. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15. Location: Washington-Rockville Elks Lodge No. 15 5 Taft Court Rockville, Md. [&#8230;]</p>
  12338. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-3/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12339. ]]></description>
  12340. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15.</div>
  12341. <div></div>
  12342. <div>
  12343. <div>Location:</div>
  12344. <div>Washington-Rockville Elks</div>
  12345. <div>Lodge No. 15</div>
  12346. <div>5 Taft Court</div>
  12347. <div>Rockville, Md. 20850</div>
  12348. <div></div>
  12349. <div>Menu:</div>
  12350. <div>Top Round of Beef, Boneless Chicken Breast, Buttered Carrots, Tossed Garden Salad, au gratin Potatoes, rolls, coffee, and tea.</div>
  12351. <div></div>
  12352. <div>Cost:</div>
  12353. <div>The cost for registration is $30.00 per person through May 13. The cost for late registration and walk-ins at the door is $35.00 per person.</div>
  12354. </div>
  12355. <div></div>
  12356. <div>Let’s celebrate the many volunteers within Seneca District who do so much for all of us in our Packs, Troops, Teams and Crews and our District where they do so much good work!!!</div>
  12357. <div></div>
  12358. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration</a></div>
  12359. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-3/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12360. ]]></content:encoded>
  12362. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-3/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12363. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12366. </item>
  12367. <item>
  12368. <title>Eagle Advancement Support From May 10 through May 28</title>
  12369. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28</link>
  12370. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28/#respond</comments>
  12372. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12373. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:41:29 +0000</pubDate>
  12374. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=867</guid>
  12375.  
  12376. <description><![CDATA[<p>Tom Kennedy (Seneca District Eagle Co-Chair) will be on vacation and not have access to voicemail or e-mail from May 10-25.  Please direct all questions regarding Eagle Advancement, Eagle Scout Proposals or the May 25 Eagle Boards to Christine Jeffrey (Seneca District Eagle Co-Chair).</p>
  12377. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28/">Eagle Advancement Support From May 10 through May 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12378. ]]></description>
  12379. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Tom Kennedy (Seneca District Eagle Co-Chair) will be on vacation and not have access to voicemail or e-mail from May 10-25.  Please direct all questions regarding Eagle Advancement, Eagle Scout Proposals or the May 25 Eagle Boards to Christine Jeffrey (Seneca District Eagle Co-Chair).</div>
  12380. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28/">Eagle Advancement Support From May 10 through May 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12381. ]]></content:encoded>
  12383. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-advancement-support-from-may-10-through-may-28/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12384. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12387. </item>
  12388. <item>
  12389. <title>Cub Scout and Boy Scout Roundtables-Cancelled: May 10</title>
  12390. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10</link>
  12391. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10/#respond</comments>
  12393. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12394. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:40:11 +0000</pubDate>
  12395. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=866</guid>
  12396.  
  12397. <description><![CDATA[<p>Reminder &#8211; we are not holding our normal Roundtables on May 10.  Instead we invite you to attend the County-wide Program Launch at the Faith United Methodist Church.</p>
  12398. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10/">Cub Scout and Boy Scout Roundtables-Cancelled: May 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12399. ]]></description>
  12400. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Reminder &#8211; we are not holding our normal Roundtables on May 10.  Instead we invite you to attend the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18578">County-wide Program Launch</a> at the Faith United Methodist Church.</div>
  12401. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10/">Cub Scout and Boy Scout Roundtables-Cancelled: May 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12402. ]]></content:encoded>
  12404. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-and-boy-scout-roundtables-cancelled-may-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12405. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12408. </item>
  12409. <item>
  12410. <title>LAST CALL FOR SOUSA AWARDEES!  Due May 4</title>
  12411. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4</link>
  12412. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4/#respond</comments>
  12414. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12415. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:37:59 +0000</pubDate>
  12416. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=865</guid>
  12417.  
  12418. <description><![CDATA[<p>If you have not already done so, please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”.  The cutoff date is May 4, 2018  (this Friday.) The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions [&#8230;]</p>
  12419. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4/">LAST CALL FOR SOUSA AWARDEES!  Due May 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12420. ]]></description>
  12421. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12422. <div>If you have not already done so, please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”.  The cutoff date is May 4, 2018  (this Friday.)</div>
  12423. <div></div>
  12424. <div>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a District award presented on behalf of units in the same way that the District Award of Merit is a council award presented by the District, and the Silver Beaver Award is a national award presented by the council.</div>
  12425. <div></div>
  12426. <div><b>Who is Eligible?</b></div>
  12427. <div>·     Scouters (adult leaders, uniformed or otherwise) registered at the unit level in troops, packs, ships, venture, or varsity units.</div>
  12428. <div>·     Units are <b>limited to two recipients per year</b> for this award.   <b>PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BOTH AWARDS!</b></div>
  12429. <div><b>Who is <u>Not</u> Eligible?</b></div>
  12430. <div>·     Recipients of this award or equivalent the past two (2) years. Equivalent awards include the Bowline, Spark Plug, or Pinnacle Awards, or other former District unit Scouter award.</div>
  12431. <div><b>How are Recipients Selected and Who Selects Them?</b></div>
  12432. <div>·     Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit within the calendar year Jan 1, 2017 through Dec 31, 2017. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the award.</div>
  12433. <div>·    The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, Awardees that comply with the eligibility criteria above.</div>
  12434. <div><b>How do Units Submit Awardees?</b></div>
  12435. <div>·     Units (usually the unit leader or committee chairman) submit the names of their Awardees by email.</div>
  12436. <div>·    <b>Send to Tom Kennedy</b> (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) NO LATER THAN May 4, 2018.  <b>Please put [SOUSA] in the subject line of your e-mail </b>so we don’t miss it!  Please don’t wait till the last minute<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/203c.png" alt="‼" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />  May 4 is a hard stop.</div>
  12437. <div>·    Please include a  detailed and specific “Statement of Outstanding Service” (a paragraph of 3-5 Sentences (50 to 100 words) describing the Awardee’s contribution that the award is based upon. (Paragraphs will be posted on the Seneca District website recognizing Outstanding Unit Scouter Award recipients and read verbatim at the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482">Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner</a>, scheduled for May 22, 2018 at the Rockville Elks Club Lodge, 5 Taft Court, Rockville, MD.  Contact information for both the nominator AND the awardee’s (name, position, unit, email and phone number) should be included on the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/01/Form-for-2017SOUSA-Nominee.docx">linked form</a> for 2017 SOUSA Awardees(s).</div>
  12438. <div></div>
  12439. <div>      To register for the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, go to  the Seneca district website at  <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482">https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482</a>  The cost for registration is $30.00 per person through May 13. The cost for late registration and walk-ins at the door is $35.00 per person.</div>
  12440. <div><b>When are the awards presented?</b></div>
  12441. <div>·       The SOUSA certificate is presented to the recipients at the annual Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled May 22, 2018 at the Rockville Elks Club Lodge, 5 Taft Court, Rockville, MD.</div>
  12442. <div><b>Does Seneca District Contact and Invite the Recipients?</b></div>
  12443. <div>·       No.  Upon confirmation that your submission has been received (usually within a few days of our receipt) you should inform the recipient and ensure that he or she—along with members of your unit—plan to attend the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for May 22, 2018 at the Rockville Elks Club Lodge, 5 Taft Court, Rockville, MD.</div>
  12444. <div><b><i>Please note that the unit committee should consider paying the cost for the awardee’s dinner at the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner.</i></b></div>
  12445. <div>Please remember to take advantage of TWO awards per unit.</div>
  12446. <div>Let’s celebrate the many volunteers within Seneca District who do so much for all of us in our Packs, Troops, Teams, Ships, Posts and Crews and our District where they do so much good work!!!</div>
  12447. <div>If you have already replied,  thank you.</div>
  12448. </div>
  12449. <div></div>
  12450. <div>Please direct inquiries to Tom Kennedy at (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) or <a href="tel:(301)%20461-4101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301- 461- 4101</a>.</div>
  12451. <div>Yours in Scouting and</div>
  12452. <div>   Best Regards,</div>
  12453. <div></div>
  12454. <div>Tom</div>
  12455. <div>Thomas C. Kennedy</div>
  12456. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4/">LAST CALL FOR SOUSA AWARDEES!  Due May 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12457. ]]></content:encoded>
  12459. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/last-call-for-sousa-awardees-due-may-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12460. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12463. </item>
  12464. <item>
  12465. <title>Den Chief Training: May 6</title>
  12466. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=den-chief-training-may-6</link>
  12467. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-6/#respond</comments>
  12469. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12470. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:37:09 +0000</pubDate>
  12471. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=864</guid>
  12472.  
  12473. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last call for the Seneca District Den Chief training.  The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.  Registration closes on 5/3.</p>
  12474. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-6/">Den Chief Training: May 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12475. ]]></description>
  12476. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Last call for the Seneca District Den Chief training.  The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.  <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-19343">Registration closes on 5/3</a>.</div>
  12477. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-6/">Den Chief Training: May 6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12478. ]]></content:encoded>
  12480. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-may-6/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12481. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12484. </item>
  12485. <item>
  12486. <title>BALOO Training: May 4-5</title>
  12487. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-4-5/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=baloo-training-may-4-5</link>
  12488. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-4-5/#respond</comments>
  12490. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12491. <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2018 04:36:19 +0000</pubDate>
  12492. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=863</guid>
  12493.  
  12494. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District is offering BALOO training this weekend.  This is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout Pack overnighters and Webelos Den overnighters.  We have a couple of slots still available due to cancellations.  Registration closes on 5/3.</p>
  12495. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-4-5/">BALOO Training: May 4-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12496. ]]></description>
  12497. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Seneca District is offering BALOO training this weekend.  This is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout Pack overnighters and Webelos Den overnighters.  We have a couple of slots still available due to cancellations.  <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17506">Registration closes on 5/3</a>.</div>
  12498. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-4-5/">BALOO Training: May 4-5</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12499. ]]></content:encoded>
  12501. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-may-4-5/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12502. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12505. </item>
  12506. <item>
  12507. <title>Forestry Merit Badge Class Available: May 12</title>
  12508. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/forestry-merit-badge-class-available-may-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=forestry-merit-badge-class-available-may-12</link>
  12509. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/forestry-merit-badge-class-available-may-12/#respond</comments>
  12511. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12512. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:50:55 +0000</pubDate>
  12513. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=861</guid>
  12514.  
  12515. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Francis Scott Key District is offering a Forestry Merit Badge Day, Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm (or the flag closing ceremony.)    The location is the Walkersville Watershed in Frederick, Maryland. The registration deadline is April 28 and registration will be limited to the first 100 Scouts to register. [&#8230;]</p>
  12516. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/forestry-merit-badge-class-available-may-12/">Forestry Merit Badge Class Available: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12517. ]]></description>
  12518. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12519. <div>The Francis Scott Key District is offering a Forestry Merit Badge Day, Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm (or the flag closing ceremony.)    The location is the Walkersville Watershed in Frederick, Maryland.</div>
  12520. <div></div>
  12521. <div>The registration deadline is April 28 and registration will be limited to the first 100 Scouts to register.</div>
  12522. <div></div>
  12523. <div>Registration:</div>
  12524. <div></div>
  12525. <div>eMail Registration Form or Questions to:</div>
  12526. <div> <a href="mailto:mludbinac@msn.com">mludbinac@msn.com</a>;</div>
  12527. <div></div>
  12528. <div>PLEASE NOTE: Registrations without complete Scout/Unit information will be invalid.</div>
  12529. <div>Troop confirmation will be made after we receive your registration.</div>
  12530. </div>
  12531. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/forestry-merit-badge-class-available-may-12/">Forestry Merit Badge Class Available: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12532. ]]></content:encoded>
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  12538. </item>
  12539. <item>
  12540. <title>InterAct Story Theatre: May 12</title>
  12541. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-may-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=interact-story-theatre-may-12</link>
  12542. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-may-12/#respond</comments>
  12544. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12545. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:48:49 +0000</pubDate>
  12546. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=859</guid>
  12547.  
  12548. <description><![CDATA[<p>KidStory Theatre Festival wraps up season three of our Wheaton Family Theatre Series with a celebration of stories for kids and families on Saturday, May 12 at 11 a.m., at Glenallan Elementary School, 12520 Heurich Road, Wheaton, MD 20902. We celebrate a wonderful year of arts with a special festival of stories and plays written [&#8230;]</p>
  12549. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-may-12/">InterAct Story Theatre: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12550. ]]></description>
  12551. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>KidStory Theatre Festival wraps up season three of our Wheaton Family Theatre Series with a celebration of stories for kids and families on Saturday, May 12 at 11 a.m., at Glenallan Elementary School, 12520 Heurich Road, Wheaton, MD 20902.</div>
  12552. <div></div>
  12553. <div>We celebrate a wonderful year of arts with a special festival of stories and plays written by kids for kids. Throughout 2018, InterAct Story Theatre visited classrooms throughout Maryland, and invited kids from all over Maryland to submit their stories and ideas for short plays.  InterAct&#8217;s artists chose the best of the best to be developed into a unique collection of performances.  Come join us for a joyous theatrical celebration of kid-fired, kid-inspired imagination and creativity!</div>
  12554. <div></div>
  12555. <div>Our events are free and open to the public. Doors open at 10:40 a.m. I&#8217;ve attached a <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/WFTS-KidStoryTF-May-12-Flyer.pdf">flyer with information</a>. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.</div>
  12556. <div></div>
  12557. <div>Steven Wolf</div>
  12558. <div>Design and Publications Manager</div>
  12559. <div></div>
  12560. <div>InterAct Story Theatre</div>
  12561. <div>11510 Georgia Avenue, Ste 140</div>
  12562. <div>Wheaton, MD 20902</div>
  12563. <div></div>
  12564. <div>Phone: 301-467-6133</div>
  12565. <div><a href="mailto:steve@interactstory.com">steve@interactstory.com</a></div>
  12566. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/interact-story-theatre-may-12/">InterAct Story Theatre: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12567. ]]></content:encoded>
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  12573. </item>
  12574. <item>
  12575. <title>Final Call for SOUSA Nominations:</title>
  12576. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/final-call-for-sousa-nominations/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=final-call-for-sousa-nominations</link>
  12577. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/final-call-for-sousa-nominations/#respond</comments>
  12579. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12580. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:47:21 +0000</pubDate>
  12581. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=858</guid>
  12582.  
  12583. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form. The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district [&#8230;]</p>
  12584. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/final-call-for-sousa-nominations/">Final Call for SOUSA Nominations:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12585. ]]></description>
  12586. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12587. <div>
  12588. <div>
  12589. <div>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form.</div>
  12590. <div></div>
  12591. <div><b>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”</b> is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district award presented on behalf of units in the same way that the District Award of Merit is a council award presented by the district, and the Silver Beaver Award is a national award presented by the council.</div>
  12592. <div></div>
  12593. <div><b>Who is Eligible?</b></div>
  12594. <div>·       Scouters (adult leaders) registered at the unit level in troops, packs, ships, venture, or varsity units.</div>
  12595. <div>·       Units are <u>limited to two recipients per year</u> for this award.   PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BOTH AWARDS ! ! !</div>
  12596. <div></div>
  12597. <div><b>Who is Not Eligible?</b></div>
  12598. <div>·       Recipients of this award or equivalent the <b>past TWO (2) years</b>. Equivalent awards include the Bowline, Spark Plug, or Pinnacle Awards, or other former district unit Scouter award.</div>
  12599. <div></div>
  12600. <div><b>How are Recipients Selected and Who Selects Them?</b></div>
  12601. <div>·       Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit within the calendar year 01 Jan  2017 through 31 Dec  2017. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the nomination.</div>
  12602. <div>·       The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, nominations that comply with the eligibility criteria above.</div>
  12603. <div></div>
  12604. <div><b>How do Units Submit Nominees?</b></div>
  12605. <div>·       Units (usually the unit leader or committee chairman) submit the names of their nominees by email.</div>
  12606. <div>·       Send to Tom Kennedy (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) by 28 February 2018. Please put [SOUSA] in the subject line of your e-mail so we don’t miss it!  Please don’t wait till the last minute<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/203c.png" alt="‼" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></div>
  12607. <div>·       Please include—</div>
  12608. <div>&#8211; Detailed and specific “Statement of Outstanding Service” (a paragraph of 3-5 Sentences (50 to 100 words) describing the awardee’s contribution that the award is based upon. (Paragraphs will be posted on the Seneca District website recognizing Outstanding Unit Scouter Award recipients and read verbatim at the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  .</div>
  12609. <div>&#8211; Contact information for both the nominator AND the nominee (name, position, unit, email and phone number).</div>
  12610. <div>·       The form for 2018 SOUSA Awardees is attached for your use.</div>
  12611. <div></div>
  12612. <div><b>When are the awards presented?</b></div>
  12613. <div>·       The SOUSA certificate is presented to the recipients at the annual Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  Please remember the 14th point of the Scout Law,  “A Scout is Flexible”</div>
  12614. <div></div>
  12615. <div><b>Does Seneca District Contact and Invite the Awardees?</b></div>
  12616. <div>·       No.  Upon confirmation that your submission has been received (usually within a few days of our receipt) you should inform the awardee and ensure that he or she—along with members of your unit—plan to attend the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.   Cost for the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner  will be kept to a minimum.  It is strongly suggested that awarding units pay for the cost for the awardees to attend this wonderful event.</div>
  12617. <div></div>
  12618. <div>Please remember to take advantage of TWO awards per unit.   If you have already replied,  thank you.</div>
  12619. <div></div>
  12620. <div>Please direct inquiries to Tom Kennedy at (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>)  or <a href="tel:(301)%20461-4101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301- 461- 4101</a>.</div>
  12621. <div></div>
  12622. <div>Yours in Scouting and</div>
  12623. <div>   Best Regards,</div>
  12624. <div></div>
  12625. <div>Tom</div>
  12626. <div>Thomas C. Kennedy</div>
  12627. </div>
  12628. </div>
  12629. </div>
  12630. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/final-call-for-sousa-nominations/">Final Call for SOUSA Nominations:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  12637. </item>
  12638. <item>
  12639. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp “Passport to Adventure”: June 25th-29th</title>
  12640. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-passport-to-adventure-june-25th-29th/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-passport-to-adventure-june-25th-29th</link>
  12641. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-passport-to-adventure-june-25th-29th/#respond</comments>
  12643. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12644. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:46:22 +0000</pubDate>
  12645. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=857</guid>
  12646.  
  12647. <description><![CDATA[<p>If you missed the early bird special deadline don’t worry, there are still 2 more chances to sign up!! On or before May 20th the price is $210 and after May 20th the price is $230. Still a great deal.  Go to gotodaycamp.org to register!  Question? Please contact Maggie Smith, Day Camp Director at tiddles129@gmail.com or 301-758-6141.</p>
  12648. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-passport-to-adventure-june-25th-29th/">Cub Scout Day Camp “Passport to Adventure”: June 25th-29th</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12649. ]]></description>
  12650. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><span style="color: #000000;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">If you missed the early bird special deadline don’t worry, there are still 2 more chances to sign up!! On or before May 20th the price is $210 and after May 20th the price is $230. Still a great deal.  Go to <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/">gotodaycamp.org</a> to register! </span></div>
  12651. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Question? Please contact Maggie Smith, Day Camp Director at<span class="gmail-m_-4915113275436627420m_-377159111410611423gmail-m_-218595902923275105gmail-m_-134100352662369909gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="mailto:tiddles129@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tiddles129@gmail.com</a><span class="gmail-m_-4915113275436627420m_-377159111410611423gmail-m_-218595902923275105gmail-m_-134100352662369909gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span>or 301-758-6141.</span></div>
  12652. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-passport-to-adventure-june-25th-29th/">Cub Scout Day Camp “Passport to Adventure”: June 25th-29th</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12653. ]]></content:encoded>
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  12656. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12659. </item>
  12660. <item>
  12661. <title>Subscribe to the Seneca District Calendar!</title>
  12662. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar</link>
  12663. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar/#respond</comments>
  12665. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12666. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:42:07 +0000</pubDate>
  12667. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=855</guid>
  12668.  
  12669. <description><![CDATA[<p>Need to stay updated on the events in Seneca District, but don’t want to enter them manually? We have a solution!  You can subscribe to the District calendar on your phone or computer and get your own custom link to subscribe to your calendar and never have to update it again!  See attached PowerPoint instructions [&#8230;]</p>
  12670. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar/">Subscribe to the Seneca District Calendar!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12671. ]]></description>
  12672. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Need to stay updated on the events in Seneca District, but don’t want to enter them manually?</div>
  12673. <div></div>
  12674. <div>We have a solution!  You can subscribe to the District calendar on your phone or computer and get your own custom link to subscribe to your calendar and never have to update it again!  See attached <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/CalendarSubscriptionInstructions.pdf">PowerPoint instructions</a> and contact the District Chair for additional help: <a href="mailto:Seneca.DistrictChair@ncacbsa.org">Seneca.DistrictChair@ncacbsa.org</a>.</div>
  12675. <div></div>
  12676. <div>Matthew Beyers</div>
  12677. <div>Chair, Seneca District</div>
  12678. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar/">Subscribe to the Seneca District Calendar!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12679. ]]></content:encoded>
  12681. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/subscribe-to-the-seneca-district-calendar/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12682. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12685. </item>
  12686. <item>
  12687. <title>Family Scouting Questions?</title>
  12688. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-scouting-questions/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=family-scouting-questions</link>
  12689. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-scouting-questions/#respond</comments>
  12691. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12692. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:39:16 +0000</pubDate>
  12693. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=854</guid>
  12694.  
  12695. <description><![CDATA[<p>Do you have questions about the Family Scouting program and what it’s all about?  If so, watch this great YouTube video put together by the NCAC Marketing Team! https://youtu.be/3_WTaticVe8 Thanks, Matt</p>
  12696. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-scouting-questions/">Family Scouting Questions?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12697. ]]></description>
  12698. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Do you have questions about the Family Scouting program and what it’s all about?  If so, watch this great YouTube video put together by the NCAC Marketing Team!</div>
  12699. <div><a href="https://youtu.be/3_WTaticVe8">https://youtu.be/3_WTaticVe8</a></div>
  12700. <div></div>
  12701. <div>Thanks,</div>
  12702. <div>Matt</div>
  12703. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-scouting-questions/">Family Scouting Questions?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12704. ]]></content:encoded>
  12706. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-scouting-questions/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12707. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12710. </item>
  12711. <item>
  12712. <title>Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</title>
  12713. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2</link>
  12714. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2/#respond</comments>
  12716. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12717. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:37:35 +0000</pubDate>
  12718. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=853</guid>
  12719.  
  12720. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come with poles and reels if you have them but don’t worry if you don’t.  We will supply all your needs.  Bait will also be supplied.  Even if you don’t know how to fish or work with a rod and reel, come along for the fun and we will show you how.  Come rain or [&#8230;]</p>
  12721. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2/">Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12722. ]]></description>
  12723. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come with poles and reels if you have them but don’t worry if you don’t.  We will supply all your needs.  Bait will also be supplied.  Even if you don’t know how to fish or work with a rod and reel, come along for the fun and we will show you how.  Come rain or shine, be prepared for any weather.  We need your registrations so that we can order in sufficient patches.</div>
  12724. <div></div>
  12725. <div>When: May 12 from (8am-noon)</div>
  12726. <div>Cost: $6 per person</div>
  12727. <div>Where: Little Seneca Lake fishing pier at Black Hill Regional Park at Lot 5 parking area.  (Baltimore Rd in Germantown)</div>
  12728. <div></div>
  12729. <div>Guide: William H. Thorn (Venture Crew 207 Advisor and Scouts from other troops)</div>
  12730. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17505" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register on-line</a></div>
  12731. <div></div>
  12732. <div>Contact:  <a href="mailto:WthornPAC@juno.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bill Thorn</a></div>
  12733. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2/">Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12734. ]]></content:encoded>
  12736. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12737. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12740. </item>
  12741. <item>
  12742. <title>District Court of Honor: May 22</title>
  12743. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-may-22-2</link>
  12744. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-2/#respond</comments>
  12746. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12747. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:06:48 +0000</pubDate>
  12748. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=852</guid>
  12749.  
  12750. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15. Location: Washington-Rockville Elks Lodge No. 15 5 Taft Court Rockville, Md. [&#8230;]</p>
  12751. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-2/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12752. ]]></description>
  12753. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come out and celebrate the recognition of our District Award of Merit awardees and the Seneca Outstanding Unit Scouter Award (SOUSA) recipients!  We’ll have good company and a fine dinner on Tuesday evening, May 22, 6:30 PM at the Washington-Rockville Elks, Lodge No. 15.</div>
  12754. <div></div>
  12755. <div>
  12756. <div>Location:</div>
  12757. <div>Washington-Rockville Elks</div>
  12758. <div>Lodge No. 15</div>
  12759. <div>5 Taft Court</div>
  12760. <div>Rockville, Md. 20850</div>
  12761. <div></div>
  12762. <div>MENU:</div>
  12763. <div>Top Round of Beef, Boneless Chicken Breast, Buttered Carrots, Tossed Garden Salad, au gratin Potatoes, rolls, coffee, and tea.</div>
  12764. <div></div>
  12765. <div>Cost:</div>
  12766. <div>The cost for advance registration is $28.50 per person through April 30.  The cost for registration is $30.00 per person through May 13. The cost for late registration and walk-ins at the door is $35.00 per person.</div>
  12767. </div>
  12768. <div></div>
  12769. <div>Let’s celebrate the many volunteers within Seneca District who do so much for all of us in our Packs, Troops, Teams and Crews and our District where they do so much good work!!!</div>
  12770. <div></div>
  12771. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16482">Registration</a></div>
  12772. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-2/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12773. ]]></content:encoded>
  12775. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12776. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12779. </item>
  12780. <item>
  12781. <title>Boy Scout Round Table Recap:</title>
  12782. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-recap/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-round-table-recap</link>
  12783. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-recap/#respond</comments>
  12785. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12786. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 03:05:07 +0000</pubDate>
  12787. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=849</guid>
  12788.  
  12789. <description><![CDATA[<p>At Round Table last week we had a joint discussion on the new Youth Protection Training required for ALL ADULT LEADERS by September 30th, 2018.  If any adults are attending more than 72 hours of camping (even if not consecutive) then the training MUST be completed before the camping event! New Hazardous Weather training was [&#8230;]</p>
  12790. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-recap/">Boy Scout Round Table Recap:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12791. ]]></description>
  12792. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12793. <div>At Round Table last week we had a joint discussion on the new Youth Protection Training required for ALL ADULT LEADERS by September 30th, 2018.  If any adults are attending more than 72 hours of camping (even if not consecutive) then the training MUST be completed before the camping event!</div>
  12794. <div></div>
  12795. <div>New Hazardous Weather training was discussed as well.  The training has changed and leaders are encouraged to take the new training.  All NEW leaders need to complete this training as part of their required training.</div>
  12796. <div></div>
  12797. <div>This months &#8220;To Do List&#8221; is posted at:   <a href="http://goo.gl/2R2Uyq">goo.gl/2R2Uyq</a></div>
  12798. <div></div>
  12799. <div>We also held a discussion on quarterly planning vs. annual planning.  Powerpoint slide deck for this discussion is posted at:   <a href="http://goo.gl/NacoJ5">goo.gl/NacoJ5</a></div>
  12800. <div></div>
  12801. <div>May Round Table will be Program Launch on Thursday, May 10.</div>
  12802. <div></div>
  12803. <div>June Round Table will be our annual end of year cookout and our main topic will be Family Scouting and the Boy Scout program.</div>
  12804. </div>
  12805. <div>Phil Dennis</div>
  12806. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-recap/">Boy Scout Round Table Recap:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12807. ]]></content:encoded>
  12809. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-recap/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12810. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12813. </item>
  12814. <item>
  12815. <title>Friends of Scouting:</title>
  12816. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=friends-of-scouting-2</link>
  12817. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-2/#respond</comments>
  12819. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12820. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 03:03:57 +0000</pubDate>
  12821. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=848</guid>
  12822.  
  12823. <description><![CDATA[<p>We closing in on our Friends of Scouting campaign for 2018.  Several presentations need to be rescheduled due to weather and we will be contacting those units in the next week.  As an incentive to reach our goal this year, District Executive Carlos Salazar and FOS Coordinator Phil Dennis are willing to take a pie [&#8230;]</p>
  12824. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-2/">Friends of Scouting:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12825. ]]></description>
  12826. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>We closing in on our Friends of Scouting campaign for 2018.  Several presentations need to be rescheduled due to weather and we will be contacting those units in the next week.  As an incentive to reach our goal this year, District Executive Carlos Salazar and FOS Coordinator Phil Dennis are willing to take a pie to the face IF WE REACH OUR GOAL BY JUNE 1st.  The aforementioned &#8220;pieing&#8221; will take place at the June Round Table meeting!</div>
  12827. <div>Phil Dennis</div>
  12828. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-2/">Friends of Scouting:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12829. ]]></content:encoded>
  12831. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/friends-of-scouting-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12832. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12835. </item>
  12836. <item>
  12837. <title>Scout Ranger Program Day: May 12</title>
  12838. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-ranger-program-day-may-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scout-ranger-program-day-may-12</link>
  12839. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-ranger-program-day-may-12/#respond</comments>
  12841. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12842. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 02:57:08 +0000</pubDate>
  12843. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=846</guid>
  12844.  
  12845. <description><![CDATA[<p>Offered by National Park Service, 703-757-3101, www.nps.gov/grfa Who: Looks like this is for Boy Scouts (various merit badges) and Cub Scouts (hiking) &#8211; call to confirm offerings for that day What: Scout Ranger Program Day Where: Great Falls Park, 9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102 When: May 12; 10am-3pm Why: &#8211; Complete Requirements for the [&#8230;]</p>
  12846. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-ranger-program-day-may-12/">Scout Ranger Program Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12847. ]]></description>
  12848. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Offered by National Park Service, 703-757-3101, <a href="http://www.nps.gov/grfa">www.nps.gov/grfa</a></div>
  12849. <div>Who: Looks like this is for Boy Scouts (various merit badges) and Cub Scouts (hiking) &#8211; call to confirm offerings for that day</div>
  12850. <div>What: Scout Ranger Program Day</div>
  12851. <div>Where: Great Falls Park, 9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102</div>
  12852. <div>When: May 12; 10am-3pm</div>
  12853. <div>Why:</div>
  12854. <div>&#8211; Complete Requirements for the Bird Study Merit Badge</div>
  12855. <div>&#8211; Earn the Nature Merit Badge</div>
  12856. <div>&#8211; Learn Outdoor Ethics Principles</div>
  12857. <div>&#8211; Earn Scout Ranger Program Certificates</div>
  12858. <div>&#8211; Watch the NPS &#8220;Leave No Trace&#8221; video</div>
  12859. <div>&#8211; Guided Bird Walk/Hike the Trails</div>
  12860. <div></div>
  12861. <div>Event will be held Rain or Shine</div>
  12862. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-847" src="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day-232x300.jpg" alt="" width="232" height="300" srcset="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day-232x300.jpg 232w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day-768x994.jpg 768w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day-791x1024.jpg 791w, https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Scout-Ranger-Program-Day.jpg 1275w" sizes="(max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px" /></a></div>
  12863. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-ranger-program-day-may-12/">Scout Ranger Program Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12864. ]]></content:encoded>
  12866. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scout-ranger-program-day-may-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12867. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12870. </item>
  12871. <item>
  12872. <title>Hazardous Weather Training</title>
  12873. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/hazardous-weather-training/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=hazardous-weather-training</link>
  12874. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/hazardous-weather-training/#respond</comments>
  12876. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12877. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 02:54:51 +0000</pubDate>
  12878. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=845</guid>
  12879.  
  12880. <description><![CDATA[<p>Effective April 30, 2018 new direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained. This course is available around-the-clock in the BSA Learn Center by logging in to your account on My.Scouting.org</p>
  12881. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/hazardous-weather-training/">Hazardous Weather Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12882. ]]></description>
  12883. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Effective April 30, 2018 <b>new</b> direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained.</div>
  12884. <div></div>
  12885. <div>This course is available around-the-clock in the BSA Learn Center by logging in to your account on <a href="http://my.scouting.org/">My.Scouting.org</a></div>
  12886. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/hazardous-weather-training/">Hazardous Weather Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12887. ]]></content:encoded>
  12889. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/hazardous-weather-training/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12890. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12893. </item>
  12894. <item>
  12895. <title>County-wide Program Launch: May 10  </title>
  12896. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/county-wide-program-launch-may-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=county-wide-program-launch-may-10</link>
  12897. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/county-wide-program-launch-may-10/#respond</comments>
  12899. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12900. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 02:53:57 +0000</pubDate>
  12901. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=844</guid>
  12902.  
  12903. <description><![CDATA[<p>All three Montgomery area Districts have combined for a joint Program Launch.  Come join the fun, Visit the various vendors for Program Ideas, Explore what is available for your unit! This replaces our normal Roundtable event &#8211; so wander over to Faith United Methodist Church to see us. Where: Faith United Methodist Church  6810 Montrose [&#8230;]</p>
  12904. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/county-wide-program-launch-may-10/">County-wide Program Launch: May 10  </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12905. ]]></description>
  12906. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All three Montgomery area Districts have combined for a joint Program Launch.  Come join the fun, Visit the various vendors for Program Ideas, Explore what is available for your unit!</div>
  12907. <div></div>
  12908. <div>This replaces our normal Roundtable event &#8211; so wander over to Faith United Methodist Church to see us.</div>
  12909. <div>Where: Faith United Methodist Church</div>
  12910. <div> 6810 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852</div>
  12911. <div>When:   7:00p to 9:00p  Thursday May 10</div>
  12912. <div>Who:   Any Scout interested person.</div>
  12913. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18578">Additional Details</a></div>
  12914. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/county-wide-program-launch-may-10/">County-wide Program Launch: May 10  </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12915. ]]></content:encoded>
  12917. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/county-wide-program-launch-may-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12918. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12921. </item>
  12922. <item>
  12923. <title>Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</title>
  12924. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12</link>
  12925. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12/#respond</comments>
  12927. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12928. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 02:50:06 +0000</pubDate>
  12929. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=843</guid>
  12930.  
  12931. <description><![CDATA[<p>All are welcome to this event.  Come with poles and reels if you have them but don’t worry if you don’t.  We will supply all your needs.  Bait will also be supplied.  Even if you don’t know how to fish or work with a rod and reel, come along for the fun and we will [&#8230;]</p>
  12932. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12/">Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12933. ]]></description>
  12934. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>All are welcome to this event.  Come with poles and reels if you have them but don’t worry if you don’t.  We will supply all your needs.  Bait will also be supplied.  Even if you don’t know how to fish or work with a rod and reel, come along for the fun and we will show you how.  Come rain or shine, be prepared for any weather.</div>
  12935. <div></div>
  12936. <div>When: May 12 from (8am-noon)</div>
  12937. <div>Cost: $6 per person</div>
  12938. <div></div>
  12939. <div>Where: Little Seneca Lake fishing pier at Black Hill Regional Park at Lot 5 parking area.  (Baltimore Rd in Germantown)</div>
  12940. <div></div>
  12941. <div>Guide: William H. Thorn (Venture Crew 207 Advisor and Scouts from other troops)</div>
  12942. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17505">Register on-line</a></div>
  12943. <div></div>
  12944. <div>Contact:  <a href="mailto:WthornPAC@juno.com">Bill Thorn</a></div>
  12945. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12/">Seneca District Fishing Day: May 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12946. ]]></content:encoded>
  12948. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-district-fishing-day-may-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12949. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12952. </item>
  12953. <item>
  12954. <title>Montgomery County Celebrates Earth Month with Events Throughout April</title>
  12955. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april</link>
  12956. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april/#respond</comments>
  12958. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12959. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 02:48:44 +0000</pubDate>
  12960. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=842</guid>
  12961.  
  12962. <description><![CDATA[<p>For more information about all of the activities go to Department of Environmental Protection Earth Month Activities.</p>
  12963. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april/">Montgomery County Celebrates Earth Month with Events Throughout April</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12964. ]]></description>
  12965. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>For more information about all of the activities go to <a href="http://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=21979">Department of Environmental Protection Earth Month Activities</a>.</div>
  12966. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april/">Montgomery County Celebrates Earth Month with Events Throughout April</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12967. ]]></content:encoded>
  12969. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-celebrates-earth-month-with-events-throughout-april/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  12970. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  12973. </item>
  12974. <item>
  12975. <title>Military Academy Night: April 12</title>
  12976. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/military-academy-night-april-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=military-academy-night-april-12</link>
  12977. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/military-academy-night-april-12/#respond</comments>
  12979. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  12980. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 03:54:59 +0000</pubDate>
  12981. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=839</guid>
  12982.  
  12983. <description><![CDATA[<p>My office is excited to be hosting a Military Academy Night in Clarksburg on April 12th  with representatives from the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. This will be an opportunity for all interested high school students, their [&#8230;]</p>
  12984. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/military-academy-night-april-12/">Military Academy Night: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  12985. ]]></description>
  12986. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  12987. <div>My office is excited to be hosting a Military Academy Night in Clarksburg on April 12th  with representatives from the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. This will be an opportunity for all interested high school students, their parents and educators to learn about the Academies and their admission requirements.</div>
  12988. <div></div>
  12989. <div><a href="https://iqconnect.lmhostediq.com/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&amp;cid=MD06JD&amp;crop=15625.15485940.5339417.7183167&amp;report_id=&amp;redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.eventbrite.com%2fe%2fmilitary-academy-night-tickets-44843190189&amp;redir_log=871487617193464">Please take a moment to register for the Military Academy Night in Clarksburg on April 12th. </a></div>
  12990. <div></div>
  12991. <div>
  12992. <div>The Military Academy Night will be held at Clarksburg High School, 22500 Wims Road, Clarksburg, MD on Thursday, April 12th at 6:00 pm. <a href="https://iqconnect.lmhostediq.com/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&amp;cid=MD06JD&amp;crop=15625.15485940.5339417.7183167&amp;report_id=&amp;redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.eventbrite.com%2fe%2fmilitary-academy-night-tickets-44843190189&amp;redir_log=871487617193464">I look forward to seeing you there</a>.</div>
  12993. <div></div>
  12994. <div>If you have additional questions about the Military Academy Night, the application process or the nomination process, please reach out to one of my Military Academy Nomination Officers at (301) 926 &#8211; 0300 or <a href="mailto:Delaney.Academy@mail.house.gov">Delaney.Academy@mail.house.gov</a>.</div>
  12995. <div></div>
  12996. <div>Sincerely,</div>
  12997. <div>Congressman John K Delaney</div>
  12998. </div>
  12999. </div>
  13000. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/military-academy-night-april-12/">Military Academy Night: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13001. ]]></content:encoded>
  13003. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/military-academy-night-april-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13004. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13007. </item>
  13008. <item>
  13009. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</title>
  13010. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2</link>
  13011. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2/#respond</comments>
  13013. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13014. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 03:54:11 +0000</pubDate>
  13015. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=838</guid>
  13016.  
  13017. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;Passport to Adventure June 25th-29th.&#8221; Attention Cub Scout leaders! Don&#8217;t miss this opportunity to sign up for Cub Scout Day Camp before April 22nd and get your &#8220;early bird special&#8221;. Go to gotodaycamp.org and get your &#8220;boarding pass.&#8221; Don&#8217;t leave it too long or else you might miss your &#8220;flight to Adventure!!&#8221; Question? Please contact Maggie Smith, Day Camp [&#8230;]</p>
  13018. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13019. ]]></description>
  13020. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13021. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><b>&#8220;Passport to Adventure June 25th-29th.&#8221; Attention Cub Scout leaders!<span class="gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span></b>Don&#8217;t miss this opportunity to sign up for Cub Scout Day Camp before April 22nd and get your &#8220;early bird special&#8221;. Go to<span class="gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/">gotodaycamp.org</a><span class="gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span>and get your &#8220;boarding pass.&#8221; Don&#8217;t leave it too long or else you might miss your &#8220;flight to Adventure!!&#8221;</span></div>
  13022. <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Question? Please contact Maggie Smith, Day Camp Director at<span class="gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="mailto:tiddles129@gmail.com">tiddles129@gmail.com</a><span class="gmail-Apple-converted-space"> </span>or 301-758-6141.</span></div>
  13023. </div>
  13024. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13025. ]]></content:encoded>
  13027. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13028. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13031. </item>
  13032. <item>
  13033. <title>Rockville Science Day: April 22</title>
  13034. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=rockville-science-day-april-22</link>
  13035. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-22/#respond</comments>
  13037. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13038. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 03:53:23 +0000</pubDate>
  13039. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=835</guid>
  13040.  
  13041. <description><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scouts! Boy Scouts! Make this a Join Scouting event for your unit. Have your Scouts a friend. Rockville Science Day, Sunday April 22, Noon to 5pm Montgomery College, 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville &#8211; Just Come for the event (In class A or B uniform) &#8211; Volunteer and enjoy the event You must be 15 [&#8230;]</p>
  13042. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-22/">Rockville Science Day: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13043. ]]></description>
  13044. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="ltr">Cub Scouts! Boy Scouts!<br />
  13045. Make this a Join Scouting event for your unit. Have your Scouts a friend.</p>
  13046. <p>Rockville Science Day, Sunday April 22, Noon to 5pm</p></div>
  13047. <div dir="ltr">Montgomery College, 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville<br />
  13048. &#8211; Just Come for the event (In class A or B uniform)</p>
  13049. <p>&#8211; Volunteer and enjoy the event<br />
  13050. You must be 15 or older. You will receive SSL hours<br />
  13051. Scout Volunteers should be in uniform.<br />
  13052. We could use some Scouts to help with parking around 10:am<br />
  13053. You will have time to enjoy the event</p></div>
  13054. <div dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/04/Rockville-Science-Center-Invites-You-to-the-29th-Science-Day.pdf">Flyer with more details</a></div>
  13055. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-22/">Rockville Science Day: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13056. ]]></content:encoded>
  13058. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/rockville-science-day-april-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13059. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13062. </item>
  13063. <item>
  13064. <title>Den Chief training has moved&#8230;</title>
  13065. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-has-moved/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=den-chief-training-has-moved</link>
  13066. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-has-moved/#respond</comments>
  13068. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13069. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 03:48:07 +0000</pubDate>
  13070. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=834</guid>
  13071.  
  13072. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8230;to May 6 (Sunday). We cancelled because of bad weather (class is outside). If you had a slot in the cancelled class you automatically have a slot in the new class. Registration is open for new folks too. See here for details.</p>
  13073. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-has-moved/">Den Chief training has moved&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13074. ]]></description>
  13075. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>&#8230;to May 6 (Sunday). We cancelled because of bad weather (class is outside). If you had a slot in the cancelled class you automatically have a slot in the new class. Registration is open for new folks too.</div>
  13076. <div></div>
  13077. <div>See <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-19343">here</a> for details.</div>
  13078. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-has-moved/">Den Chief training has moved&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13079. ]]></content:encoded>
  13081. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-has-moved/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13082. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13085. </item>
  13086. <item>
  13087. <title>BALOO has moved&#8230;</title>
  13088. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-has-moved/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=baloo-has-moved</link>
  13089. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-has-moved/#respond</comments>
  13091. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13092. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 03:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
  13093. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=833</guid>
  13094.  
  13095. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8230;to May 4-5 (Friday-Saturday). We cancelled because of bad weather (Cubs are fair weather campers).  If you had a slot in the cancelled class you automatically have a slot in the new class. Registration is open for new folks too. See here for details.</p>
  13096. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-has-moved/">BALOO has moved&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13097. ]]></description>
  13098. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>&#8230;to May 4-5 (Friday-Saturday). We cancelled because of bad weather (Cubs are fair weather campers).  If you had a slot in the cancelled class you automatically have a slot in the new class. Registration is open for new folks too.</div>
  13099. <div></div>
  13100. <div>See <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17506">here</a> for details.</div>
  13101. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-has-moved/">BALOO has moved&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13102. ]]></content:encoded>
  13104. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-has-moved/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13105. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13108. </item>
  13109. <item>
  13110. <title>Montgomery County to Participate in April 5 Regional Test of the National Wireless Emergency Alerts System</title>
  13111. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system</link>
  13112. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system/#respond</comments>
  13114. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13115. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:50:16 +0000</pubDate>
  13116. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=830</guid>
  13117.  
  13118. <description><![CDATA[<p>From Montgomery County This announcement is to notify people in Montgomery County about a planned regional test of the national Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system. It will take place on Thursday, April 5, between 10 and 11 a.m. Expect your WEA-enabled cell phone and other mobile devices to vibrate and produce a loud warning signal [&#8230;]</p>
  13119. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system/">Montgomery County to Participate in April 5 Regional Test of the National Wireless Emergency Alerts System</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13120. ]]></description>
  13121. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>From Montgomery County</div>
  13122. <div>This announcement is to notify people in Montgomery County about a planned regional test of the national Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system. It will take place on Thursday, April 5, between 10 and 11 a.m.</div>
  13123. <div></div>
  13124. <div>Expect your WEA-enabled cell phone and other mobile devices to vibrate and produce a loud warning signal twice before receiving a text-like message: “A test of Montgomery County Emergency Wireless Alerts system. No action is required.”</div>
  13125. <div></div>
  13126. <div>WEA was developed by the Federal Communications Commission in 2012 as a geographically-targeted system to allow notification to those specifically affected by some type of emergency. The state of Maryland sends out Amber Alerts and the National Weather Service can send out weather emergency messages through this system. When appropriate, the President of the United States can also send an emergency message to the entire Country.</div>
  13127. <div></div>
  13128. <div>You don’t sign up or register for these alerts, they come automatically to WEA-enabled cell phones and other mobile devices. Over 33,000 WEA messages have been sent across the county. However, many people in our area have never received one.</div>
  13129. <div></div>
  13130. <div>That’s why we don’t want the public to be surprised when the testing occurs. It will be taking place simultaneously in 20 jurisdictions in the National Capital Region. So if you are traveling through the area during the testing time, you should receive a WEA test message from each jurisdiction you pass through. This time, it is just a test, not an indication that there is an actual emergency, and there is no cause for alarm.</div>
  13131. <div></div>
  13132. <div>Please take a moment to review the information about the WEA test, and help us spread the word, by sharing this information to your neighbors, friends and family, especially our senior community members. Find additional information, including a list of all the participating jurisdictions, at: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwNDAzLjg3ODY2MDIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDQwMy44Nzg2NjAyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjYxOTE0JmVtYWlsaWQ9bHlubi5oYW1pbHRvbjVAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWx5bm4uaGFtaWx0b241QGNvbWNhc3QubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;101&amp;&amp;&amp;http://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Media_Detail.aspx?NaID=4253">WEA Test</a>.</div>
  13133. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system/">Montgomery County to Participate in April 5 Regional Test of the National Wireless Emergency Alerts System</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13134. ]]></content:encoded>
  13136. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-to-participate-in-april-5-regional-test-of-the-national-wireless-emergency-alerts-system/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13137. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13140. </item>
  13141. <item>
  13142. <title>Pinewood Derby: April 14</title>
  13143. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pinewood-derby-april-14-2</link>
  13144. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14-2/#respond</comments>
  13146. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13147. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:47:45 +0000</pubDate>
  13148. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=829</guid>
  13149.  
  13150. <description><![CDATA[<p>Boys and Girls!!!  Start your engines!!! If you won in your Pack competition, test your car in the District Pinewood Derby where you compete with other Pack Winners.  Join us by registering your Pack of winners at this site: Date &#38; Place: April 14th, 2018 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 18900 Kingsview Rd, [&#8230;]</p>
  13151. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14-2/">Pinewood Derby: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13152. ]]></description>
  13153. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13154. <div>Boys and Girls!!!  Start your engines!!!</div>
  13155. <div></div>
  13156. <div>If you won in your Pack competition, test your car in the District Pinewood Derby where you compete with other Pack Winners.  Join us by registering your Pack of winners at this <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17503">site</a>:</div>
  13157. <div></div>
  13158. <div>Date &amp; Place:</div>
  13159. <div>April 14th, 2018</div>
  13160. <div>The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints</div>
  13161. <div>18900 Kingsview Rd, Germantown, MD  20874</div>
  13162. <div></div>
  13163. <div>Schedule:</div>
  13164. <div>8:30am-9:30am &#8211; Weigh In opens</div>
  13165. <div>9:30-9:50am     &#8211; Registration &amp; Inspection (please arrive on time)</div>
  13166. <div>10am-12:30pm &#8211; The race</div>
  13167. <div></div>
  13168. <div>Cost:</div>
  13169. <div>Registration fee is $35.00 per pack (covers the entire pack and guests)</div>
  13170. <div></div>
  13171. <div>For Questions &#8211; Contact:</div>
  13172. <div>David Henning</div>
  13173. <div>Pinewood Derby Coordinator</div>
  13174. <div><a href="mailto:onelaprx7@gmail.com">onelaprx7@gmail.com</a></div>
  13175. <div>301-956-0344</div>
  13176. <div></div>
  13177. <div>Liz Brandenburg, Vice Chair</div>
  13178. <div>Activities &amp; Civic Service</div>
  13179. <div>Seneca District, NCAC, BSA</div>
  13180. </div>
  13181. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14-2/">Pinewood Derby: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13182. ]]></content:encoded>
  13184. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13185. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13188. </item>
  13189. <item>
  13190. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</title>
  13191. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2</link>
  13192. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2/#respond</comments>
  13194. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13195. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:34:26 +0000</pubDate>
  13196. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=828</guid>
  13197.  
  13198. <description><![CDATA[<p>We will be discussing the new Youth Protection Training at a joint session to start Round Table this month.  Discussion on how to conduct Scout Troop planning without losing the battle for for space on crowded family calendars. BSA National has release a new youth protection program for ALL adult leaders.  This month in our [&#8230;]</p>
  13199. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13200. ]]></description>
  13201. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13202. <div>We will be discussing the new Youth Protection Training at a joint session to start Round Table this month.  Discussion on how to conduct Scout Troop planning without losing the battle for for space on crowded family calendars.</div>
  13203. <div></div>
  13204. <div>BSA National has release a new youth protection program for ALL adult leaders.  This month in our joint session we will be discussing the ramifications to both Cub Scout and Boy Scout Leaders.  Information on on-line training as well as group training opportunities will be discussed.</div>
  13205. <div></div>
  13206. <div>Annual Troop planning always provides challenges to units.  This session will focus on how to break down your annual planning to allow for more youth participation while avoiding the pitfalls of dealing with family calendars.</div>
  13207. <div></div>
  13208. <div>As usual, the monthly To-Do list will be provided to Boy Scout Leaders and we will also talk about the upcoming Program Launch in May.</div>
  13209. <div></div>
  13210. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  13211. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  13212. </div>
  13213. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2/">Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13214. ]]></content:encoded>
  13216. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13217. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13220. </item>
  13221. <item>
  13222. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: April 12</title>
  13223. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-april-12</link>
  13224. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-12/#respond</comments>
  13226. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13227. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:27:53 +0000</pubDate>
  13228. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=827</guid>
  13229.  
  13230. <description><![CDATA[<p>Youth Protection Training will be the interest topic (shared presentation) for both the Boy Scout and Cub Scout Roundtables. See you at 7:30pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD. Alex Pranger &#160;</p>
  13231. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-12/">Cub Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13232. ]]></description>
  13233. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Youth Protection Training will be the interest topic (shared presentation) for both the Boy Scout and Cub Scout Roundtables.</div>
  13234. <div></div>
  13235. <div>See you at 7:30pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD.</div>
  13236. <div>Alex Pranger</div>
  13237. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  13238. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-12/">Cub Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13239. ]]></content:encoded>
  13241. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-april-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13242. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13245. </item>
  13246. <item>
  13247. <title>2018 Frederick Keys Scout Night: June 2</title>
  13248. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2</link>
  13249. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2/#respond</comments>
  13251. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13252. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 03:15:39 +0000</pubDate>
  13253. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=822</guid>
  13254.  
  13255. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, June 2, 2018 and get a great deal.  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Optional Sleep on the Field!  See attached flyer for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.) &#8211;        Bring a friend. Earn the BSA [&#8230;]</p>
  13256. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2/">2018 Frederick Keys Scout Night: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13257. ]]></description>
  13258. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come out to the Frederick Keys on Saturday, June 2, 2018 and get a great deal.  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Optional Sleep on the Field!  See <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/03/2018-Scout-Night.pdf">attached flyer</a> for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes.)</div>
  13259. <div>&#8211;        Bring a friend. Earn the BSA Recruiting patch if they become a Scout.</div>
  13260. <div>&#8211;        Family Scouting (Cub Scout Program only). Packs are encouraged to also invite girls that may be interested in joining. Be sure your unit is versed in Family Scouting requirements.</div>
  13261. <div>&#8211;        This is an excellent opportunity to introduce families and cub scouts to camping in a very low key environment.</div>
  13262. <div>&#8211;        Tickets are 30% below box office prices.</div>
  13263. <div>&#8211;        Show your pack pride: Class B or A uniform event.</div>
  13264. <div>&#8211;        Please contact George Goldsmith  (<a href="mailto:George_goldsmith@freddiemac.com">George_goldsmith@freddiemac.com</a>) or Howard Lichtman (<a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a>) for more information.</div>
  13265. <div></div>
  13266. <div>George Goldsmith</div>
  13267. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2/">2018 Frederick Keys Scout Night: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13268. ]]></content:encoded>
  13270. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-frederick-keys-scout-night-june-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13271. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13274. </item>
  13275. <item>
  13276. <title>Popcorn is around the corn-er (get it?)</title>
  13277. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it</link>
  13278. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it/#respond</comments>
  13280. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13281. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2018 03:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
  13282. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=821</guid>
  13283.  
  13284. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please send us the Contact information for your Units Popcorn Kernel Name, Email, Cell Phone number and unit Number. Send the Information to seneca.finance@ncacbsa.org Riley Norton</p>
  13285. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it/">Popcorn is around the corn-er (get it?)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13286. ]]></description>
  13287. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13288. <div>Please send us the Contact information for your Units Popcorn Kernel</div>
  13289. <div>Name, Email, Cell Phone number and unit Number.</div>
  13290. <div>Send the Information to <a href="mailto:seneca.finance@ncacbsa.org">seneca.finance@ncacbsa.org</a></div>
  13291. </div>
  13292. <div>Riley Norton</div>
  13293. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it/">Popcorn is around the corn-er (get it?)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13294. ]]></content:encoded>
  13296. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/popcorn-is-around-the-corn-er-get-it/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13297. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13300. </item>
  13301. <item>
  13302. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29 &#8211; new flyer</title>
  13303. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer</link>
  13304. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer/#respond</comments>
  13306. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13307. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 03:19:38 +0000</pubDate>
  13308. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=817</guid>
  13309.  
  13310. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m talking about!!!  Cub Scout Day Camp this year will be held on June 25th-29th. We have a new venue which is Madison Fields located in Dickerson MD. For some extra excitement we have added a couple of new adventures this year which are FISHING and SWIMMING! We are very [&#8230;]</p>
  13311. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29 &#8211; new flyer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13312. ]]></description>
  13313. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><b>&#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m talking about!!!</b>  Cub Scout Day Camp this year will be held on June 25th-29th. We have a new venue which is Madison Fields located in Dickerson MD. For some extra excitement we have added a couple of new adventures this year which are FISHING and SWIMMING! We are very excited about this!!</div>
  13314. <div>
  13315. <div>Please contact your Cubmaster or Pack Day Camp Coordinator to register. The URL is <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">gotodaycamp.org</a>, however, only Pack Coordinators should be registering youth and Den Walkers. Please do not forget that to every 5 or less youth there must be 1 Den Walker. The Camp is open to girl cub scouts too.</div>
  13316. </div>
  13317. <div></div>
  13318. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/03/Camp-2018-flyer.docx">New flyer</a></div>
  13319. <div>
  13320. <div></div>
  13321. <div>If you have ANY questions please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.</div>
  13322. <div>Let&#8217;s get this adventure started!!!</div>
  13323. <div>Maggie Smith</div>
  13324. <div>Seneca District Cub Scout Day Camp Director.</div>
  13325. <div>#<a href="tel:(301)%20758-6141" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301-758-6141</a></div>
  13326. </div>
  13327. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29 &#8211; new flyer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13328. ]]></content:encoded>
  13330. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29-new-flyer/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13331. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13334. </item>
  13335. <item>
  13336. <title>Update Your Training by October 1, 2018</title>
  13337. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/update-your-training-by-october-1-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=update-your-training-by-october-1-2018</link>
  13338. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/update-your-training-by-october-1-2018/#respond</comments>
  13340. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13341. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 03:11:47 +0000</pubDate>
  13342. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=816</guid>
  13343.  
  13344. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Boy Scouts of America\x92s updated youth protection training doesn\x92&#8217;t just talk about the dangers of child predators \x96 it shows how they work to gain access to their victims. In early February, the BSA introduced newly updated youth protection training that is required for all volunteers before October 1, 2018. Even if they took the previous training [&#8230;]</p>
  13345. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/update-your-training-by-october-1-2018/">Update Your Training by October 1, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13346. ]]></description>
  13347. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Boy Scouts of America\x92s updated youth protection training doesn\x92&#8217;t just talk about the dangers of child predators \x96 it shows how they work to gain access to their victims.</div>
  13348. <div></div>
  13349. <div>In early February, the BSA introduced newly updated youth protection training that is required for <b>all</b> volunteers <b>before October 1, 2018</b>. Even if they took the previous training prior to the February rollout, it will need to be taken it again.</div>
  13350. <div></div>
  13351. <div>The updated training, which includes three modules and a test that take a little over an hour to complete, draws on research from experts in the field of child abuse and maltreatment to identify the contributing factors and threats across the spectrum of child abuse, including: bullying, neglect, exposure to violence, physical and emotional abuse, and child sexual abuse. Once completed, volunteers will not have to retake the training for two years.</div>
  13352. <div></div>
  13353. <div>New to this version of the training program are video interviews with psychologists and law enforcement professionals who discuss the root causes of abuse, how to recognize it, and how to respond.</div>
  13354. <div></div>
  13355. <div>\x93There is no substitute for hearing directly from experts who have spent their careers studying child predators and abusers,\x94 said Michael Johnson, the BSA\x92s director of youth protection. \x93They shine a new light on the challenge we all face in protecting kids and how parents and volunteers can put barriers in place to keep them away.\x94</div>
  13356. <div></div>
  13357. <div>Some of the most impactful aspects of the training are interviews with abuse survivors, who give their first-hand perspectives. \x93In developing this training, we discussed whether or not to include survivor videos,\x94 said Johnson. \x93It was the right decision. Their testimony is powerful and highlights how predators work and the tragic impact like nothing else.\x94</div>
  13358. <div></div>
  13359. <div>In addition to updated training, the BSA recently announced new policies to ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements, including:</div>
  13360. <div>&#8211; As of January 1, 2018, no new leader can be registered without first completing youth protection training.</div>
  13361. <div>&#8211; As of January 1, 2018, no council, regional, or national leader will be allowed to renew their registration if they are not current on their Youth Protection Training.</div>
  13362. <div>&#8211; As of September 1, 2017, no unit may re-charter without all leaders being current on their Youth Protection Training. Registrars no longer have the ability to approve charters without full compliance.</div>
  13363. <div></div>
  13364. <div>Effective June 1, 2018, adults accompanying a Scouting unit who are present at the activity for 72 total hours or more must be registered as a leader, including completion of a criminal background check and Youth Protection Training. The 72 hours need not be consecutive. All together, it\x92s a bold new approach that will serve as just one part of the BSA\x92s ongoing effort to enroll the entire community in the fight against child abuse both in and out of Scouting.</div>
  13365. <div></div>
  13366. <div>Need help with the training? Find out more in the <a href="https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/How-to-Guide-for-Taking-Youth-Protection-Training-3-1-18.pdf">How-to Guide for Taking Youth Protection</a></div>
  13367. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/update-your-training-by-october-1-2018/">Update Your Training by October 1, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13368. ]]></content:encoded>
  13370. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/update-your-training-by-october-1-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13371. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13374. </item>
  13375. <item>
  13376. <title>College Park Aviation STEM Activity: April 22</title>
  13377. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22</link>
  13378. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22/#respond</comments>
  13380. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13381. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 02:39:45 +0000</pubDate>
  13382. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=814</guid>
  13383.  
  13384. <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us at the College Park Aviation Museum on Sunday, April 22 from 11-3 p.m. for a day of hands-on learning. Scout Day is our bi-annual interactive STEM based learning event. The event is $5.00 for all participants. All ages are welcome, scouts and non-scouts alike!   Activities include: Balloon Rockets Paper Airplane competitions Parachutes [&#8230;]</p>
  13385. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22/">College Park Aviation STEM Activity: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13386. ]]></description>
  13387. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13388. <div>Join us at the College Park Aviation Museum on Sunday, April 22 from 11-3 p.m. for a day of hands-on learning. Scout Day is our bi-annual interactive STEM based learning event. The event is $5.00 for all participants. All ages are welcome, scouts and non-scouts alike!</div>
  13389. <div><b> </b></div>
  13390. <div>
  13391. <div>Activities include:</div>
  13392. <div>Balloon Rockets</div>
  13393. <div>Paper Airplane competitions</div>
  13394. <div>Parachutes</div>
  13395. <div>Guided museum tours to learn about the history and science of flight</div>
  13396. <div>Meet the Prince George’s County Police Department&#8217;s Aviation Unit and their helicopter up close</div>
  13397. <div>Meet aerobatic aviator Doug Byrd and experience what it would be like to fly like an aerobatic pilot using a simulator</div>
  13398. </div>
  13399. <div><b> </b></div>
  13400. <div><b>More Details</b>: <a href="http://www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com/2977/Scout-Programs">http://www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com/2977/Scout-Programs</a></div>
  13401. </div>
  13402. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22/">College Park Aviation STEM Activity: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13403. ]]></content:encoded>
  13405. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/college-park-aviation-stem-activity-april-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13406. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13409. </item>
  13410. <item>
  13411. <title>Aviation Merit Badge: April 22</title>
  13412. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/aviation-merit-badge-april-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=aviation-merit-badge-april-22</link>
  13413. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/aviation-merit-badge-april-22/#respond</comments>
  13415. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13416. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 02:34:16 +0000</pubDate>
  13417. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=813</guid>
  13418.  
  13419. <description><![CDATA[<p>What: Aviation Merit Badge Where: College Park Aviation Museum When: April 22, 11am-3pm Why: New this year! We are excited to offer a track that completes the BSA’s Aviation merit badge, an additional $5 fee and pre-registration is required if you wish to complete the Aviation merit badge. Cost: $10 ($5 for the base registration and [&#8230;]</p>
  13420. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/aviation-merit-badge-april-22/">Aviation Merit Badge: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13421. ]]></description>
  13422. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><strong>What</strong>: Aviation Merit Badge</div>
  13423. <div><strong>Where</strong>: College Park Aviation Museum</div>
  13424. <div><strong>When</strong>: April 22, 11am-3pm</div>
  13425. <div><strong>Why</strong>: New this year! We are excited to offer a track that completes the BSA’s Aviation merit badge, an additional $5 fee and pre-registration is required if you wish to complete the Aviation merit badge.</div>
  13426. <div><strong>Cost</strong>: $10 ($5 for the base registration and $5 for the merit badge portion)</div>
  13427. <div><strong>More Details</strong>: <a href="http://www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com/2977/Scout-Programs">http://www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com/2977/Scout-Programs</a></div>
  13428. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/aviation-merit-badge-april-22/">Aviation Merit Badge: April 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13429. ]]></content:encoded>
  13431. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/aviation-merit-badge-april-22/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13432. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13435. </item>
  13436. <item>
  13437. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</title>
  13438. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-april-12</link>
  13439. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12/#respond</comments>
  13441. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13442. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2018 02:17:50 +0000</pubDate>
  13443. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=812</guid>
  13444.  
  13445. <description><![CDATA[<p>At our April Round Table, we will open things with a joint discussion with the Cub Scout leaders on the new Youth Protection Training (YPT02) and what it&#8217;s implications are for the near future. In our March Round Table, Commissioner Mallia had a presentation on the use of Junior Assistant Scoutmasters (JASM&#8217;s).  Commissioner Dennis led [&#8230;]</p>
  13446. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12/">Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13447. ]]></description>
  13448. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>At our April Round Table, we will open things with a joint discussion with the Cub Scout leaders on the new Youth Protection Training (YPT02) and what it&#8217;s implications are for the near future.</div>
  13449. <div></div>
  13450. <div>In our March Round Table, Commissioner Mallia had a presentation on the use of Junior Assistant Scoutmasters (JASM&#8217;s).  Commissioner Dennis led a discussion on on-line troop planning resources.  As usual, our monthly &#8220;To Do List&#8221; was presented to all leaders present.</div>
  13451. <div></div>
  13452. <div>Slides are available at:</div>
  13453. <div></div>
  13454. <div>Monthly To Do List:   <a href="http://goo.gl/qjrqU9">http://goo.gl/qjrqU9</a></div>
  13455. <div>JASM Presentation:   <a href="http://goo.gl/AoCG1Q">http://goo.gl/AoCG1Q</a></div>
  13456. <div>On Line Planning Resources:  <a href="http://goo.gl/UTY8f7">http://goo.gl/UTY8f7</a></div>
  13457. <div></div>
  13458. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  13459. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  13460. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12/">Boy Scout Roundtable: April 12</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13461. ]]></content:encoded>
  13463. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-april-12/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  13464. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  13467. </item>
  13468. <item>
  13469. <title>Seneca NewsFlash &#8211; March 13, 2018</title>
  13470. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-newsflash-march-13-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-newsflash-march-13-2018</link>
  13471. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-newsflash-march-13-2018/#respond</comments>
  13473. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13474. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2018 01:39:41 +0000</pubDate>
  13475. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=811</guid>
  13476.  
  13477. <description><![CDATA[<p>New News!! Pinewood Derby: April 14 The Pinewood Derby is open for registration. Where: Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd in Germantown, MD When: Saturday, April 14 from 9:30am-12:30pm (Weigh in starts at 8:30am) Cost: $35 per PACK, not individual The 2018 rules are on the registration site Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29 &#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s [&#8230;]</p>
  13478. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-newsflash-march-13-2018/">Seneca NewsFlash &#8211; March 13, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13479. ]]></description>
  13480. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  13481. <div dir="ltr">
  13482. <div>
  13483. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">New News!!</span></b></div>
  13484. </div>
  13485. </div>
  13486. </div>
  13487. <div>
  13488. <div dir="ltr">
  13489. <div>
  13490. <div>
  13491. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/30/pinewood-derby-april-14/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pinewood Derby: April 14</a></b></div>
  13492. <div>The Pinewood Derby is <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17503" target="_blank" rel="noopener">open</a> for registration.</div>
  13493. <div><b>Where</b>: Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd in Germantown, MD</div>
  13494. <div><b>When</b>: Saturday, April 14 from 9:30am-12:30pm (Weigh in starts at 8:30am)</div>
  13495. <div><b>Cost</b>: $35 per PACK, not individual</div>
  13496. <div>The 2018 rules are on the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17503" target="_blank" rel="noopener">registration site</a></div>
  13497. </div>
  13498. <div></div>
  13499. </div>
  13500. <div>
  13501. <div></div>
  13502. <div>
  13503. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/02/21/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</a></b></div>
  13504. <div>
  13505. <div><b>&#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m talking about!!!</b>  Cub Scout Day Camp this year will be held on June 25th-29th. We have a new venue which is Madison Fields located in Dickerson MD. For some extra excitement we have added a couple of new adventures this year which are FISHING and SWIMMING! We are very excited about this!!</div>
  13506. <div>Please contact your Cubmaster or Pack Day Camp Coordinator to register. The URL is <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">gotodaycamp.org</a>, however, only Pack Coordinators should be registering youth and Den Walkers. Please do not forget that to every 5 or less youth there must be 1 Den Walker. The Camp is open to girl Cub Scouts too.</div>
  13507. <div></div>
  13508. <div>If you have ANY questions please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.</div>
  13509. <div>Let&#8217;s get this adventure started!!!</div>
  13510. <div>Maggie Smith</div>
  13511. <div>Seneca District Cub Scout Day Camp Director.</div>
  13512. <div>#<a href="tel:(301)%20758-6141" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301-758-6141</a></div>
  13513. <div></div>
  13514. <div></div>
  13515. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/den-chief-training-april-8/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Den Chief Training: April 8</a></b></div>
  13516. <div><b>What</b>: Who is a Den Chief?  The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.</div>
  13517. <div><b>Who</b>: an experienced Boy Scout, (at least one full year or more), and First Class rank or above. A Venturing Scout (male or female) can also be a Den Chief.</div>
  13518. <div><b>When</b>: April 8</div>
  13519. <div><b>Where</b>: National Izaak Walton League, 707 Conservation Ln, Gaithersburg MD</div>
  13520. <div><b>Cost</b>: $20 for youth, adults free</div>
  13521. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-19343" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Registration</b></a></div>
  13522. </div>
  13523. </div>
  13524. </div>
  13525. <div></div>
  13526. <div>
  13527. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2018 Keys Scout Night!: June 2</a></b></div>
  13528. <div>Come out to the Keys on Saturday, June 2, 2018 and get a great deal!  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Sleep on the Field!  See attached flyer for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes!)</div>
  13529. </div>
  13530. <div></div>
  13531. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></b></div>
  13532. <div>
  13533. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DC Area Merit Badge University 2018: April 14-15</a></b></div>
  13534. <div>What: annual Merit Badge University</div>
  13535. <div>When: April 14-15, 8am-5pm</div>
  13536. <div>Where: The Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20064<br />
  13537. Cost: $5 per badge</div>
  13538. <div><a href="https://goo.gl/MPUhUJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Event Guide</a></div>
  13539. <div><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-tickets-43007503601?mc_cid=89fa41c357&amp;mc_eid=b408c8a4fe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details and Registration</a></div>
  13540. <div></div>
  13541. </div>
  13542. <div></div>
  13543. <div>
  13544. <div>
  13545. <div>
  13546. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/17/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leave No Trace Trainer Course: Multiple Dates</a> &#8211; First weekend coming soon!</b></div>
  13547. <div>April 13-15, 2018 (IWLA, Germantown, MD)</div>
  13548. <div>April 21-22 (Camp Snyder, Haymarket VA)</div>
  13549. <div>May 19-20 (Southern MD)</div>
  13550. <div></div>
  13551. <div>What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults and youth aged 14+ to serve their units and districts as Leave No Trace Trainers and as Outdoor Ethics Trainers.</div>
  13552. <div></div>
  13553. <div>Every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout unit should have at least one Leave No Trace/Outdoor Ethics Trainer. This course is strongly recommend for Scouts serving, or wishing to serve, in the Troop Outdoor Ethics Guide position. Who should attend? Venturers, Sea Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Boy Scouts aged 14+; adult Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders; and District and Council leaders and trainers.</div>
  13554. <div></div>
  13555. <div>What will I learn? This course is designed to enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and outdoor ethics, and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills. This class is both active and highly interactive. You will be introduced to concepts and methods that will advance your knowledge of Leave No Trace issues in both developed and high adventure environments, expand your repertoire of low-impact skills, and increase your effectiveness in teaching these important skills to others.</div>
  13556. <div></div>
  13557. <div>The class is being offered three times this Spring in NCAC. The next offerings of this class in NCAC will be in September, 2018.</div>
  13558. <div>&#8211; Germantown, MD, April 13-15 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTTR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTTR </a></div>
  13559. <div>         Questions? Contact Paul Schimke, <a href="mailto:paul@schimke.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">paul@schimke.org</a> or <a href="tel:(301)%20906-0069" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301.906.0069</a> (c)</div>
  13560. <div>&#8211; Camp Snyder, Haymarket, VA, April 21-22, 2018 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16172" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://scoutingevent.com/082-16172</a></div>
  13561. <div>         Questions? Contact Victor Bieniek, <a href="mailto:vbieniek@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">vbieniek@gmail.com</a>, <a href="tel:(703)%20855-8428" target="_blank" rel="noopener">703.855.8428</a> (c)</div>
  13562. <div>&#8211; Southern MD, May 19-20, 2018 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-SouthMD" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://scoutingevent.com/082-SouthMD</a></div>
  13563. <div>          Questions? Contact Mike Strong, <a href="mailto:stronbsart@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stronbsart@gmail.com</a> or <a href="tel:(301)%20861-6568" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301.861.6568</a></div>
  13564. </div>
  13565. </div>
  13566. </div>
  13567. <div></div>
  13568. <div>
  13569. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/02/14/sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SOUSA Nomination</a></b></div>
  13570. <div>
  13571. <div>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form.</div>
  13572. <div></div>
  13573. <div><b>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”</b> is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district award presented on behalf of units in the same way that the District Award of Merit is a council award presented by the district, and the Silver Beaver Award is a national award presented by the council.</div>
  13574. <div></div>
  13575. <div><b>Who is Eligible?</b></div>
  13576. <div>·       Scouters (adult leaders) registered at the unit level in troops, packs, ships, venture, or varsity units.</div>
  13577. <div>·       Units are <u>limited to two recipients per year</u> for this award.   PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BOTH AWARDS ! ! !</div>
  13578. <div></div>
  13579. <div><b>Who is Not Eligible? &#8211; Corrected</b></div>
  13580. <div>·       Recipients of this award or equivalent the <b>past TWO (2) years</b>. Equivalent awards include the Bowline, Spark Plug, or Pinnacle Awards, or other former district unit Scouter award.</div>
  13581. <div></div>
  13582. <div><b>How are Recipients Selected and Who Selects Them?</b></div>
  13583. <div>·       Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit within the calendar year 01 Jan  2017 through 31 Dec  2017. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the nomination.</div>
  13584. <div>·       The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, nominations that comply with the eligibility criteria above.</div>
  13585. <div></div>
  13586. <div><b>How do Units Submit Nominees?</b></div>
  13587. <div>·       Units (usually the unit leader or committee chairman) submit the names of their nominees by email.</div>
  13588. <div>·       Send to Tom Kennedy (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) by 28 February 2018. Please put [SOUSA] in the subject line of your e-mail so we don’t miss it!  Please don’t wait till the last minute<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/203c.png" alt="‼" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></div>
  13589. <div>·       Please include—</div>
  13590. <div>&#8211; Detailed and specific “Statement of Outstanding Service” (a paragraph of 3-5 Sentences (50 to 100 words) describing the awardee’s contribution that the award is based upon. (Paragraphs will be posted on the Seneca District website recognizing Outstanding Unit Scouter Award recipients and read verbatim at the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  .</div>
  13591. <div>&#8211; Contact information for both the nominator AND the nominee (name, position, unit, email and phone number).</div>
  13592. <div>·       The form for 2018 SOUSA Awardees is attached for your use.</div>
  13593. <div></div>
  13594. <div><b>When are the awards presented?</b></div>
  13595. <div>·       The SOUSA certificate is presented to the recipients at the annual Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  Please remember the 14th point of the Scout Law,  “A Scout is Flexible”</div>
  13596. <div></div>
  13597. <div><b>Does Seneca District Contact and Invite the Awardees?</b></div>
  13598. <div>·       No.  Upon confirmation that your submission has been received (usually within a few days of our receipt) you should inform the awardee and ensure that he or she—along with members of your unit—plan to attend the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.   Cost for the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner  will be kept to a minimum.  It is strongly suggested that awarding units pay for the cost for the awardees to attend this wonderful event.</div>
  13599. <div></div>
  13600. <div>Please remember to take advantage of TWO awards per unit.   If you have already replied,  thank you.</div>
  13601. <div></div>
  13602. <div>Please direct inquiries to Tom Kennedy at (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>)  or <a href="tel:(301)%20461-4101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301- 461- 4101</a>.</div>
  13603. <div></div>
  13604. <div>Yours in Scouting and</div>
  13605. <div>   Best Regards,</div>
  13606. <div></div>
  13607. <div>Tom</div>
  13608. <div>Thomas C. Kennedy</div>
  13609. <div></div>
  13610. <div></div>
  13611. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/fall-camporee-october-12-14/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fall Camporee: October 12-14</a></b></div>
  13612. <div>Save the date!!  We are busy building the program and expect more details and registration over the summer.</div>
  13613. <div></div>
  13614. <div>Visit the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17796" target="_blank" rel="noopener">event page</a> for the current details.</div>
  13615. <div><a href="mailto:oldman99@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bill Majurski</a></div>
  13616. <div></div>
  13617. <div></div>
  13618. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/district-court-of-honor-may-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">District Court of Honor: May 22</a></b></div>
  13619. <div>Save the date!!  Details are being finalized for our District event to recognize our volunteers and accomplishments.</div>
  13620. <div>Liz</div>
  13621. </div>
  13622. </div>
  13623. </div>
  13624. </div>
  13625. <blockquote>
  13626. <div></div>
  13627. </blockquote>
  13628. <div>
  13629. <div dir="ltr">
  13630. <div>
  13631. <div></div>
  13632. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">District News</span></b></div>
  13633. </div>
  13634. </div>
  13635. </div>
  13636. <blockquote>
  13637. <div dir="ltr">
  13638. <div dir="ltr">
  13639. <div>
  13640. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/30/camp-cards-are-back/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CAMP CARDS ARE BACK!</a></b></div>
  13641. <div></div>
  13642. </div>
  13643. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2017/08/16/eagle-advancement-seminars-for-the-2017-2018-scouting-year/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Eagle Advancement Seminars for the 2017-2018 Scouting Year</a></b></div>
  13644. </div>
  13645. </div>
  13646. </blockquote>
  13647. <div>
  13648. <div dir="ltr">
  13649. <div></div>
  13650. <p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Reference Material</b></span></p>
  13651. <blockquote><p>&nbsp;</p></blockquote>
  13652. </div>
  13653. </div>
  13654. <div>
  13655. <div dir="ltr">
  13656. <div>
  13657. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">District Training (includes Potomac &amp; White Oak)<br />
  13658. </span></b><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2017/02/15/montgomery-service-area-2017-18-training-trifold-updated/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Montgomery Service Area 2017-18 Training trifold Updated</a></b><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
  13659. </span></b></div>
  13660. </div>
  13661. <blockquote><p><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Seneca</a></b></p></blockquote>
  13662. <blockquote>
  13663. <div><span style="color: #1155cc;"><b><u><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17506" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BALOO &#8211; 4/6-7</a></u></b></span></div>
  13664. </blockquote>
  13665. </div>
  13666. </div>
  13667. <blockquote>
  13668. <div dir="ltr">
  13669. <div>
  13670. <div>
  13671. <div><span style="color: #1155cc;"><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-19343" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Den Chief Training &#8211; 4/8</a></b></span></div>
  13672. </div>
  13673. </div>
  13674. </div>
  13675. </blockquote>
  13676. <blockquote>
  13677. <div dir="ltr">
  13678. <div>
  13679. <div>
  13680. <div><b><u></u></b><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17970" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commissioner Basic Training/Roundtable Training &#8211; 9/15</a></b></div>
  13681. <div><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17969" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training (S24) (Seneca) &#8211; 9/15</a><br />
  13682. </b><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18391" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training (S24) (Seneca) &#8211; 12/1</a><br />
  13683. </b><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18400" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cub Scout Position &#8211; Specific Training (Seneca) &#8211; 12/1</a></b><b><br />
  13684. </b></div>
  13685. </div>
  13686. </div>
  13687. <div></div>
  13688. </div>
  13689. </blockquote>
  13690. <div>
  13691. <div dir="ltr">
  13692. <blockquote><p><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/white-oak/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">White Oak</a></b></p></blockquote>
  13693. </div>
  13694. </div>
  13695. <blockquote>
  13696. <div dir="ltr">
  13697. <div><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-WOD_SM_ASM_4_2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scoutmaster Position Specific Training (S24) &#8211; 4/21/2018</a></b></div>
  13698. <div><b><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-IOLS_WOD_S18_0505" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills &#8211; 5/5-6/2018</a></b><b><br />
  13699. </b></div>
  13700. <div><b>Scoutmaster Position Specific Training (S24) &#8211; 10/6/2018</b><b><br />
  13701. </b></div>
  13702. <div><b>Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills &#8211; 10/26-27/2018</b><b><br />
  13703. </b></div>
  13704. <div><b>Scoutmaster Position Specific Training (S24) &#8211; 4/20/2019</b></div>
  13705. </div>
  13706. </blockquote>
  13707. <blockquote>
  13708. <div dir="ltr">
  13709. <div><b>Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills &#8211; 5/3-4/2019</b></div>
  13710. </div>
  13711. </blockquote>
  13712. <div>
  13713. <div dir="ltr">
  13714. <div></div>
  13715. <blockquote><p><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/potomac/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Potomac</b></a></p></blockquote>
  13716. <blockquote><p><b>None Pending</b></p></blockquote>
  13717. </div>
  13718. </div>
  13719. <div>
  13720. <div dir="ltr">
  13721. <div>
  13722. <div></div>
  13723. </div>
  13724. </div>
  13725. </div>
  13726. <div>
  13727. <div dir="ltr">
  13728. <div>
  13729. <div></div>
  13730. <div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Other District Training</b></span></div>
  13731. </div>
  13732. </div>
  13733. </div>
  13734. <blockquote>
  13735. <div><b>Den Chief Training</b></div>
  13736. </blockquote>
  13737. <blockquote>
  13738. <blockquote><p>17 March: Powhatan District, <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-powhatantrainingdenchief" target="_blank" rel="noopener">McLean, VA</a></p></blockquote>
  13739. </blockquote>
  13740. <div>
  13741. <div dir="ltr">
  13742. <blockquote><p><b>Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)<br />
  13743. </b></p></blockquote>
  13744. </div>
  13745. </div>
  13746. <blockquote>
  13747. <div dir="ltr">
  13748. <blockquote><p>23-24 March: Aquia District, <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-18019" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fredericksburg, VA<br />
  13749. </a>20-22 April: Colonial District, <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/?OrgKey=BSA082&amp;calendarID=95485" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TBA</a></p></blockquote>
  13750. </div>
  13751. </blockquote>
  13752. <div>
  13753. <div dir="ltr">
  13754. <blockquote><p><b>Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)</b></p></blockquote>
  13755. </div>
  13756. </div>
  13757. <blockquote>
  13758. <div dir="ltr">
  13759. <blockquote><p>7-8 April: Aquia District, <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17843" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fredericksburg, VA</a></p></blockquote>
  13760. </div>
  13761. </blockquote>
  13762. <blockquote>
  13763. <blockquote>
  13764. <div></div>
  13765. </blockquote>
  13766. </blockquote>
  13767. <blockquote><p><b>Wilderness First Aid</b></p></blockquote>
  13768. <blockquote>
  13769. <blockquote><p>19-20 May: <a href="https://www.solowfa.com/register-SOLO-disaster-wilderness-first-aid-course.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Washington DC</a></p></blockquote>
  13770. </blockquote>
  13771. <div>
  13772. <div dir="ltr">
  13773. <div>
  13774. <div></div>
  13775. <div></div>
  13776. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Council Training
</span></b></div>
  13777. </div>
  13778. </div>
  13779. </div>
  13780. <div>
  13781. <div dir="ltr"></div>
  13782. </div>
  13783. <blockquote>
  13784. <div dir="ltr">
  13785. <div>
  13786. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2017/03/22/looking-for-cprfaaed-training/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking for CPR/FA/AED Training?</a></b></div>
  13787. </div>
  13788. <div></div>
  13789. <div>
  13790. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/02/07/spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fall 2018 BCOLS: Sep 29 and Oct 20-21</a></b></div>
  13791. </div>
  13792. </div>
  13793. </blockquote>
  13794. <div>
  13795. <div dir="ltr">
  13796. <div>
  13797. <div></div>
  13798. <div></div>
  13799. <div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Council News
</b></span></div>
  13800. </div>
  13801. </div>
  13802. </div>
  13803. <div>
  13804. <div dir="ltr">
  13805. <blockquote>
  13806. <div>
  13807. <div>
  13808. <div>
  13809. <div>
  13810. <div>
  13811. <div>
  13812. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/02/28/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A (Catholic) Scout Is Reverent: April 9</a></b></div>
  13813. </div>
  13814. </div>
  13815. <div></div>
  13816. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/30/looking-for-marketing-intern/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking for Marketing Intern</a></b></div>
  13817. </div>
  13818. </div>
  13819. <div>
  13820. <div></div>
  13821. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/17/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bechtel 2019 High Adventure Registration is Open</a></b></div>
  13822. <div>The 2019 High Adventure registration is now <a href="http://www.summitbsa.org/programs/national-high-adventure-base/high-adventure-registration/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">open</a> at the Summit Bechtel Reservation.</div>
  13823. <div></div>
  13824. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/01/17/venturingfest-2018/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VenturingFest 2018</a>: July 1-6</b></div>
  13825. <div><a href="http://www.summitbsa.org/venturingfest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VenturingFest</a> is the place to make new friends, explore the Summit&#8217;s adventure playground, and unite with thousands of other Venturing aged youth from around the country.</div>
  13826. </div>
  13827. <div></div>
  13828. </div>
  13829. <div>
  13830. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2017/12/06/world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World Jamboree: July 22 &#8211; August 2, 2019</a></b></div>
  13831. </div>
  13832. <div></div>
  13833. </div>
  13834. </blockquote>
  13835. <div>
  13836. <div></div>
  13837. </div>
  13838. </div>
  13839. </div>
  13840. <div>
  13841. <div dir="ltr">
  13842. <div>
  13843. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Community Opportunities
</span></b></div>
  13844. </div>
  13845. <blockquote>
  13846. <div>
  13847. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/02/28/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fifth Annual Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation 5K: March 17</a></b></div>
  13848. </div>
  13849. <div></div>
  13850. <div><b><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018/03/14/april-patuxent-programs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">April Patuxent Events</a></b></div>
  13851. </blockquote>
  13852. <blockquote>
  13853. <div>
  13854. <div>
  13855. <div></div>
  13856. </div>
  13857. </div>
  13858. <div></div>
  13859. </blockquote>
  13860. </div>
  13861. </div>
  13862. <div>
  13863. <div dir="ltr">
  13864. <div><b><span style="font-size: large;">To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from the NewsFlash
</span></b></div>
  13865. <blockquote><p>Send an email to Seneca Admin requesting to be added or dropped.  Please include your Name and your email address.</p></blockquote>
  13866. <div></div>
  13867. <blockquote><p>In addition to the primary NewsFlash group &#8211; we also have groups to receive calendar notices, Cub Scout or Boy Scout Roundtable news.  The default will be set up to receive the NewsFlash and the calendar notices and the appropriate Cub Scout/Boy Scout if a unit type is provided.</p></blockquote>
  13868. <div></div>
  13869. <blockquote><p>Thanks!</p></blockquote>
  13870. <blockquote><p>Lynn</p></blockquote>
  13871. <blockquote><p><a href="mailto:Seneca.NewsFlash@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Seneca.NewsFlash@ncacbsa.org
</a></p></blockquote>
  13872. <div>
  13873. <div></div>
  13874. <div></div>
  13875. <div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Contact Information
</b></span></div>
  13876. </div>
  13877. <blockquote>
  13878. <div>NewsFlash Editor &#8211; Lynn Hamilton, <a href="mailto:seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.newsflash@ncacbsa.org</a></div>
  13879. <div>District Executive &#8211; Carlos Salazar, <a href="mailto:carlos.salazar@scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">carlos.salazar@scouting.org</a></div>
  13880. <div>District Chair &#8211; Matt Beyers, <a href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a></div>
  13881. <div>District Commissioner &#8211; Gordon Henley, <a href="mailto:seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org</a></div>
  13882. </blockquote>
  13883. </div>
  13884. </div>
  13885. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-newsflash-march-13-2018/">Seneca NewsFlash &#8211; March 13, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  13893. <item>
  13894. <title>District Court of Honor: May 22</title>
  13895. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=district-court-of-honor-may-22</link>
  13896. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22/#respond</comments>
  13898. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13899. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 02:36:09 +0000</pubDate>
  13900. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=810</guid>
  13901.  
  13902. <description><![CDATA[<p>Save the date!!  Details are being finalized for our District event to recognize our volunteers and accomplishments. Liz</p>
  13903. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13904. ]]></description>
  13905. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Save the date!!  Details are being finalized for our District event to recognize our volunteers and accomplishments.</div>
  13906. <div>Liz</div>
  13907. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/district-court-of-honor-may-22/">District Court of Honor: May 22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13908. ]]></content:encoded>
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  13915. <item>
  13916. <title>Fall Camporee: October 12-14</title>
  13917. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-camporee-october-12-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fall-camporee-october-12-14</link>
  13918. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-camporee-october-12-14/#respond</comments>
  13920. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13921. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 02:31:54 +0000</pubDate>
  13922. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=809</guid>
  13923.  
  13924. <description><![CDATA[<p>Save the date!!  We are busy building the program and expect more details and registration over the summer. Visit the event page for the current details. Bill Majurski</p>
  13925. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-camporee-october-12-14/">Fall Camporee: October 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13926. ]]></description>
  13927. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Save the date!!  We are busy building the program and expect more details and registration over the summer.</div>
  13928. <div></div>
  13929. <div>Visit the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17796">event page</a> for the current details.</div>
  13930. <div><a href="mailto:oldman99@comcast.net">Bill Majurski</a></div>
  13931. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fall-camporee-october-12-14/">Fall Camporee: October 12-14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13932. ]]></content:encoded>
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  13939. <item>
  13940. <title>Den Chief Training: April 8</title>
  13941. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-april-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=den-chief-training-april-8</link>
  13942. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-april-8/#respond</comments>
  13944. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13945. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 02:27:29 +0000</pubDate>
  13946. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=808</guid>
  13947.  
  13948. <description><![CDATA[<p>What: Who is a Den Chief?  The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts. Who: an experienced Boy Scout, (at least one full year or more), and First Class rank or above. A Venturing Scout (male [&#8230;]</p>
  13949. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-april-8/">Den Chief Training: April 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13950. ]]></description>
  13951. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><b>What</b>: Who is a Den Chief?  The Den Chief supports the Cub Scout Den Leader, serving as a helper, role model, and a friend to the Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.</div>
  13952. <div><b>Who</b>: an experienced Boy Scout, (at least one full year or more), and First Class rank or above. A Venturing Scout (male or female) can also be a Den Chief.</div>
  13953. <div><b>When</b>: April 8</div>
  13954. <div><b>Where</b>: National Izaak Walton League, 707 Conservation Ln, Gaithersburg MD</div>
  13955. <div><b>Cost</b>: $20 for youth, adults free</div>
  13956. <div><a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-19343"><b>Registration</b></a></div>
  13957. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/den-chief-training-april-8/">Den Chief Training: April 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13958. ]]></content:encoded>
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  13965. <item>
  13966. <title>DC Area Merit Badge University 2018: April 14-15</title>
  13967. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15</link>
  13968. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/#respond</comments>
  13970. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  13971. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 02:09:02 +0000</pubDate>
  13972. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=807</guid>
  13973.  
  13974. <description><![CDATA[<p>What: Annual Merit Badge University When: April 14-15, 8am-5pm Where: The Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20064 Cost: $5 per badge Event Guide Details and Registration</p>
  13975. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/">DC Area Merit Badge University 2018: April 14-15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13976. ]]></description>
  13977. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
  13978. <div>
  13979. <div><strong>What</strong>: Annual Merit Badge University</div>
  13980. <div><strong>When</strong>: April 14-15, 8am-5pm</div>
  13981. <div><strong>Where</strong>: The Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20064<br />
  13982. <strong>Cost</strong>: $5 per badge</div>
  13983. <div><a href="https://goo.gl/MPUhUJ">Event Guide</a></div>
  13984. <div><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-tickets-43007503601?mc_cid=89fa41c357&amp;mc_eid=b408c8a4fe">Details and Registration</a></div>
  13985. </div>
  13986. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/dc-area-merit-badge-university-2018-april-14-15/">DC Area Merit Badge University 2018: April 14-15</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  13987. ]]></content:encoded>
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  13994. <item>
  13995. <title>April Patuxent Programs</title>
  13996. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-patuxent-programs/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=april-patuxent-programs</link>
  13997. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-patuxent-programs/#respond</comments>
  13999. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14000. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 01:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
  14001. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=806</guid>
  14002.  
  14003. <description><![CDATA[<p>REGISTRATION Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to changes or cancellation due to weather or low participation. Please notify the refuge of any special needs so that you may be accommodated. +++Photo-Adventure Scavenger Hunts+++ Saturday Apr. 7th, [&#8230;]</p>
  14004. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-patuxent-programs/">April Patuxent Programs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14005. ]]></description>
  14006. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>REGISTRATION</p>
  14007. <p>Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to changes or cancellation due to weather or low participation. Please notify the refuge of any special needs so that you may be accommodated.</p>
  14008. <p>+++Photo-Adventure Scavenger Hunts+++<br />
  14009. Saturday Apr. 7th, 9:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm<br />
  14010. Saturday Apr. 21st, 9:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm<br />
  14011. All ages, no registration<br />
  14012. Using clues, individuals and/or groups can hunt on trails for sculptured stones, mystery objects, plants, and animals while learning about the history and features of the refuge. A camera or cell phone is needed. This is a drop-in program. Come when you wish and leave when you&#8217;re are ready.<br />
  14013. Beginner&#8217;s Hunt (0.75 mile)<br />
  14014. This scavenger hunt will be on the Little Patuxent River Trail.<br />
  14015. Advanced Hunt (1.2 mile)<br />
  14016. This scavenger hunt will be on the Merganser Pond Trail and Wildlife Viewing Area.<br />
  14017. Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt<br />
  14018. A photo-scavenger hunt that involves driving around the &#8220;Wildlife Loop&#8221; to find mystery objects and also solve a &#8220;Biology Puzzle.&#8221;</p>
  14019. <p>+++ Nature Photography +++<br />
  14020. Sunday, Apr. 8th, 2:00 &#8211; 5:00 pm<br />
  14021. Sunday, Apr. 15th, 8:00 &#8211; 11:00 am<br />
  14022. Ages 14+, registration required<br />
  14023. Come join Mark Seaver for a two day photography workshop designed to improve the quality of your nature photography. The first day, April 1st<br />
  14024. (2-5 pm), will include a one hour classroom session learning about composition through examples and two hours of field photography with individualized attention. The second session, April 8th (8-11 am), will start in the field taking advantage of morning light. The workshop will conclude with a discussion and review of participant taken images. Space is limited. Mark&#8217;s work can be seen at <a href="http://seaverphotos.zenfolio.com/">http://seaverphotos.zenfolio.com/</a></p>
  14025. <p>+++ Star Watch &amp; Stories+++<br />
  14026. Saturday, Apr. 14th, 8:30 pm &#8211; 9:30 pm<br />
  14027. All ages, registration required<br />
  14028. Can you find a snake, bear, or horse in the sky? Join us as we discover the constellations, learn how animals use stars, and even find some ways we can protect animals at night. Several powerful telescopes will be on hand to reveal distant galaxies and stars.</p>
  14029. <p>+++Early Spring Wildflowers+++<br />
  14030. Saturday, Apr. 21, 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00 pm<br />
  14031. Ages 5+, registration required<br />
  14032. Discover spring ephemerals along the Patuxent River and the North Tract.<br />
  14033. Field guides are helpful, but not necessary.</p>
  14034. <p>+++Owl Prowl+++<br />
  14035. Saturday, Apr. 21st, 7:30 &#8211; 9:00 pm<br />
  14036. All ages, registration required<br />
  14037. Look and listen for the owls of the refuge on an evening walk at the North Tract.</p>
  14038. <p>+++ Riding Bicycles to Experience Patuxent Research Refuge&#8217;s North Tract<br />
  14039. +++ +++</p>
  14040. <p>Sunday, Apr. 22nd, 1:00 &#8211; 3:30 pm<br />
  14041. Ages 10+, registration required<br />
  14042. Enjoy a spring bicycle outing as you learn about the refuge. Experience the beauty of this natural area on two wheels while discovering local wildlife, plants and historical sites. Learn the importance of reducing your footprint and leaving no trace on this 12-mile guided bicycle ride.<br />
  14043. Bring your own bike, energy bar/snack, water bottle and helmet. Ride is weather dependent.</p>
  14044. <p>+++ Special Weekday Opening of Lake Allen+++<br />
  14045. Friday, Apr. 27th, 8:00 am &#8211; 4:00 pm<br />
  14046. All ages, no registration<br />
  14047. Enjoy wildlife dependent recreation at North Tract&#8217;s Lake Allen on a weekday. The lake will be open for fishing, hiking, and nature observation all day long. Normal state and refuge regulations apply.</p>
  14048. <p>+++Bird Walk+++<br />
  14049. Saturday, Apr. 28th. 8:00 &#8211; 11:00 am<br />
  14050. All ages, registration required<br />
  14051. Look and listen for birds around the North Tract. Early migrants are possible.</p>
  14052. <p>+++Herpetology Hike+++<br />
  14053. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 11:00 am &#8211; 12:30 pm All ages, registration required Search for the amphibians &amp; reptiles of the refuge while on a hike at the North Tract.</p>
  14054. <p>+++ Woodcock &amp; Whip-poor-will Wander+++<br />
  14055. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 7:30 &#8211; 9:00 pm<br />
  14056. All ages, registration required<br />
  14057. Search the evening skies at North Tract for these common but rarely seen birds.</p>
  14058. <p>NATIONAL WILDLIFE VISITOR CENTER PROGRAMS<br />
  14059. 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop<br />
  14060. Laurel, MD 20708</p>
  14061. <p>+++Dusk Hike+++<br />
  14062. Friday, Apr. 6th, 6:00 &#8211; 7:00 pm<br />
  14063. Friday, Apr. 27th, 6:30 &#8211; 7:30 pm<br />
  14064. All ages, registration required<br />
  14065. Experience the wonders of the forest at dusk on this guided hike. As the sun sets the refuge comes alive with chirping frogs and the first flight of bats.</p>
  14066. <p>+++Screech &amp; Kestrel+++<br />
  14067. Saturday, Apr. 7th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  14068. Saturday, Apr. 14th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  14069. Saturday, Apr. 21st, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  14070. All ages, no registration<br />
  14071. Meet two of North America&#8217;s smallest birds of prey: the American kestrel and eastern screech owl. Both expert hunters, the American kestrel uses its acrobatic prowess, while the eastern screech owl is a stealthy silent hunter.</p>
  14072. <p>+++Bilingual Hike+++<br />
  14073. Saturday, Apr. 7th, 10:00-11:00 am<br />
  14074. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 10:00-11:00 am<br />
  14075. All ages, registration required<br />
  14076. Spring time is here so come for a beautiful hike around Cash Lake and learn some Spanish at the same time!</p>
  14077. <p>+++Bird Walk+++<br />
  14078. Wednesday, Apr. 11th, 8:00 &#8211; 10:00 am<br />
  14079. Wednesday, Apr. 25th, 8:00 &#8211; 10:00 am<br />
  14080. Ages 16+, registration required<br />
  14081. Search for fall migrants in various refuge habitats on this guided hike; binoculars are highly recommended. Walk begins at the visitor center.</p>
  14082. <p>+++Bird Walk+++<br />
  14083. Saturday, Apr. 14th, 8:00 &#8211; 10:00 am<br />
  14084. Ages 6+, registration required<br />
  14085. Please join us at South Tract for a leisurely bird walk around Cash Lake searching for and identifying multiple species of birds. Walk is weather dependent and begins at the visitor center. Water bottle and binoculars are recommended.</p>
  14086. <p>+++Nature Tots: An Otter&#8217;s Tale+++<br />
  14087. Wednesday, Apr. 18th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am<br />
  14088. Ages 3-4, registration required<br />
  14089. Learn about the differences between sea otters and river otters in this interactive class with crafts and stories.</p>
  14090. <p>+++Tiny Tots: Nature and Music+++<br />
  14091. Sunday, Apr. 22nd, 10:30 &#8211; 11:15 am<br />
  14092. Monday, Apr. 23rd, 10:30 &#8211; 11:15 am<br />
  14093. Ages 18-48 mos., parent participation &amp; registration required Learn about wildlife at the refuge through fun and interactive songs, stories and activities.</p>
  14094. <p>+++Family Fun: Let&#8217;s Recycle!+++<br />
  14095. Friday, Apr. 27th, 10:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm<br />
  14096. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 10:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm<br />
  14097. All ages, no registration<br />
  14098. Learn how paper is recycled by doing it yourself. Turn shredded paper into a handmade card, and make a colorful envelope to go with it. Enjoy other games and activities related to recycling. This is a drop-in program: come when you wish and leave when you&#8217;re ready.</p>
  14099. <p>+++Raptors Reign+++<br />
  14100. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 1:00 &#8211; 3:00 pm<br />
  14101. All ages, no registration<br />
  14102. Join special guest and licensed falconer, Rodney Stotts, as he shares the power of nature through discussions and up close encounters with birds of prey.</p>
  14103. <p>+++Nature Songs with Stina+++<br />
  14104. Saturday, Apr. 28th, 2:45 &#8211; 3:30 pm<br />
  14105. All ages, no registration<br />
  14106. Parent participation required<br />
  14107. Join nature troubadour Stina for an afternoon indoor campfire sing along in our auditorium. Get your groove on with fun and silly nature songs!</p>
  14108. <p>+++Fly Away Home +++<br />
  14109. Monday, Apr. 30th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am<br />
  14110. Ages 5-7,registration required<br />
  14111. Learn why certain animals migrate and how we can help protect their habitat.</p>
  14112. <p>HOLLINGSWORTH GALLERY</p>
  14113. <p>March Display- Lynne Parks, Avian Collisions with Glass<br />
  14114. Did you know that almost 1 BILLION birds collide with glass EVERY year in the United States? Come see for yourself and ask us about solutions to solve this tragedy.</p>
  14115. <p>Tim Parker<br />
  14116. Education Program Coordinator<br />
  14117. U.S. Fish &amp; Wildlife Service<br />
  14118. National Wildlife Visitor Center<br />
  14119. 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop<br />
  14120. Laurel, MD 20708-4027<br />
  14121. o-301-497-5776<br />
  14122. c-240-882-0363<br />
  14123. (Days off are Sunday &amp; Monday)</p>
  14124. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/april-patuxent-programs/">April Patuxent Programs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  14132. <item>
  14133. <title>2018 Keys Scout Night!: June 2</title>
  14134. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-keys-scout-night-june-2</link>
  14135. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/#respond</comments>
  14137. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14138. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 01:18:30 +0000</pubDate>
  14139. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=804</guid>
  14140.  
  14141. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come out to the Keys on Saturday, June 2, 2018 and get a great deal!  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Sleep on the Field!  See attached flyer for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes!)</p>
  14142. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/">2018 Keys Scout Night!: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14143. ]]></description>
  14144. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come out to the Keys on Saturday, June 2, 2018 and get a great deal!  Game, Fireworks, Movie and Sleep on the Field!  See attached <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/03/2018-Scout-Night.pdf">flyer</a> for details.  (note: if you sleep on the field, bring a tent that does NOT require stakes!)</div>
  14145. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/">2018 Keys Scout Night!: June 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14146. ]]></content:encoded>
  14148. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-keys-scout-night-june-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14149. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14152. </item>
  14153. <item>
  14154. <title>BALOO Training: April 6-7</title>
  14155. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-april-6-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=baloo-training-april-6-7</link>
  14156. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-april-6-7/#respond</comments>
  14158. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14159. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 06:07:24 +0000</pubDate>
  14160. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=802</guid>
  14161.  
  14162. <description><![CDATA[<p>Seneca District just opened the registration for BALOO training the weekend of April 6-7.  It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout pack overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. So prepare for spring and summer by getting your BALOO individuals and Webelos leaders trained!</p>
  14163. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-april-6-7/">BALOO Training: April 6-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14164. ]]></description>
  14165. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Seneca District just opened the registration for <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17506">BALOO</a> training the weekend of April 6-7.  It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout pack overnighters and Webelos den overnighters.</div>
  14166. <div></div>
  14167. <div>So prepare for spring and summer by getting your BALOO individuals and Webelos leaders trained!</div>
  14168. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-april-6-7/">BALOO Training: April 6-7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14169. ]]></content:encoded>
  14171. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/baloo-training-april-6-7/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14172. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14175. </item>
  14176. <item>
  14177. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: March 8</title>
  14178. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-march-8</link>
  14179. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-8/#respond</comments>
  14181. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14182. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
  14183. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=801</guid>
  14184.  
  14185. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come join us for the Cub Scout Roundtable this Thursday.  We start at 7:30pm.  The meeting is at the Montgomery Village LDS church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD.</p>
  14186. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-8/">Cub Scout Roundtable: March 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14187. ]]></description>
  14188. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come join us for the Cub Scout Roundtable this Thursday.  We start at 7:30pm.  The meeting is at the Montgomery Village LDS church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD.</div>
  14189. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-8/">Cub Scout Roundtable: March 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14190. ]]></content:encoded>
  14192. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-march-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14193. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14196. </item>
  14197. <item>
  14198. <title>CPR, AED &#038; First Aid Training: March 29 or April 30 or May 31</title>
  14199. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31</link>
  14200. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31/#respond</comments>
  14202. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14203. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 04:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
  14204. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=800</guid>
  14205.  
  14206. <description><![CDATA[<p>Southern Maryland is offering a collection of CPR, AED and First Aid Training classes in Owings Maryland. Thursday March 29, 2018 5:00 PM Owings, Maryland Monday April 30, 2018 5:00 PM Owings, Maryland Thursday May 31, 2018 5:00 PM Owings, Maryland *All classes include 2 year certification (card issued) in adult, child &#38; infant CPR, [&#8230;]</p>
  14207. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31/">CPR, AED &amp; First Aid Training: March 29 or April 30 or May 31</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14208. ]]></description>
  14209. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Southern Maryland is offering a collection of CPR, AED and First Aid Training classes in Owings Maryland.</div>
  14210. <div></div>
  14211. <div>
  14212. <div>Thursday March 29, 2018</div>
  14213. <div>5:00 PM</div>
  14214. <div>Owings, Maryland</div>
  14215. <div></div>
  14216. <div>Monday April 30, 2018</div>
  14217. <div>5:00 PM</div>
  14218. <div>Owings, Maryland</div>
  14219. <div></div>
  14220. <div>Thursday May 31, 2018</div>
  14221. <div>5:00 PM</div>
  14222. <div>Owings, Maryland</div>
  14223. <div></div>
  14224. <div>*All classes include 2 year certification (card issued) in adult, child &amp; infant CPR, AED &amp; First Aid. Classes for non healthcare providers*</div>
  14225. </div>
  14226. <div><a href="http://www.somdcpr.com/">www.somdcpr.com</a></div>
  14227. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31/">CPR, AED &amp; First Aid Training: March 29 or April 30 or May 31</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14228. ]]></content:encoded>
  14230. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-training-march-29-or-april-30-or-may-31/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14231. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14234. </item>
  14235. <item>
  14236. <title>Family Theatre &#8211; Little Red Riding Hood: March 10</title>
  14237. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10</link>
  14238. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10/#respond</comments>
  14240. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14241. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 04:19:36 +0000</pubDate>
  14242. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=798</guid>
  14243.  
  14244. <description><![CDATA[<p>This Saturday, we have a great event happening for Wheaton Family Theatre Series for release.  InterAct Story Theatre in partnership with The Victorian Lyric Opera Company present &#8220;Little Red Riding Hood&#8221; by Seymour Barab. This opera for kids and families is made possible through funding from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County’s Wheaton [&#8230;]</p>
  14245. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10/">Family Theatre &#8211; Little Red Riding Hood: March 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14246. ]]></description>
  14247. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14248. <div>This Saturday, we have a great event happening for Wheaton Family Theatre Series for release.  InterAct Story Theatre in partnership with The Victorian Lyric Opera Company present &#8220;Little Red Riding Hood&#8221; by Seymour Barab. This opera for kids and families is made possible through funding from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County’s Wheaton Cultural Projects Grant and the Maryland State Arts Council.</div>
  14249. <div></div>
  14250. <div>Free and open to the public, Seymour Barab’s funny and sprightly one-act opera delights youngsters as we follow Little Red Riding Hood’s merry jaunt through the woods to Grandmother’s house. Join us for InterAct Story Theatre and Victorian Lyric Opera Company’s fresh take on this classic children’s opera&#8230;and watch out for that sneaky Big Bad Wolf! Best for ages 4 and up.</div>
  14251. <div></div>
  14252. <div>More information can be viewed at <a href="http://www.interactstory.com/wheaton">www.interactstory.com/wheaton</a> and our Facebook event is available at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/894751827361158/">https://www.facebook.com/events/894751827361158/</a>. I am also attaching our <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/03/WFTS-Red-Riding-Hood-March-10-Flyer.pdf">flyer</a> for your reference.  The event is this Saturday, March 10 at Highland Elementary School, 3100 Medway Street, Wheaton, MD 20902. Doors open at 10:40 a.m. for this free event and the show begins at 11 a.m.</div>
  14253. <div></div>
  14254. <div>Thank you so much for helping spread word about this event!</div>
  14255. <div>Steven Wolf</div>
  14256. <div>Design and Publications Manager</div>
  14257. <div></div>
  14258. <div>InterAct Story Theatre</div>
  14259. <div>11510 Georgia Avenue, Ste 140</div>
  14260. <div>Wheaton, MD 20902</div>
  14261. <div></div>
  14262. <div>Phone: 301-467-6133</div>
  14263. <div><a href="mailto:steve@interactstory.com">steve@interactstory.com</a></div>
  14264. </div>
  14265. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10/">Family Theatre &#8211; Little Red Riding Hood: March 10</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14266. ]]></content:encoded>
  14268. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/family-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-march-10/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14269. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14272. </item>
  14273. <item>
  14274. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: March 8</title>
  14275. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-march-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-march-8</link>
  14276. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-march-8/#respond</comments>
  14278. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14279. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 05:15:27 +0000</pubDate>
  14280. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=792</guid>
  14281.  
  14282. <description><![CDATA[<p>In addition to our monthly &#8220;To Do List&#8221;, we will be having discussions on Junior Assistant Scoutmasters (What They Are and How To Use Them) and on some new online troop resources to help both Youth and Adults with Planning.  We hope to see you all on Thursday, March 8 at 7 PM at the [&#8230;]</p>
  14283. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-march-8/">Boy Scout Roundtable: March 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14284. ]]></description>
  14285. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14286. <div>In addition to our monthly &#8220;To Do List&#8221;, we will be having discussions on Junior Assistant Scoutmasters (What They Are and How To Use Them) and on some new online troop resources to help both Youth and Adults with Planning.  We hope to see you all on Thursday, March 8 at 7 PM at the Montgomery Village LDS church.</div>
  14287. <div></div>
  14288. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  14289. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  14290. </div>
  14291. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-march-8/">Boy Scout Roundtable: March 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14292. ]]></content:encoded>
  14294. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-march-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14295. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14298. </item>
  14299. <item>
  14300. <title>A (Catholic) Scout Is Reverent: March 5 or April 9</title>
  14301. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9</link>
  14302. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/#respond</comments>
  14304. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14305. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 04:43:59 +0000</pubDate>
  14306. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=791</guid>
  14307.  
  14308. <description><![CDATA[<p>What: Scout BOR&#8217;s for the Ad Altare Dei Medal and  the Pope Pius XII(PPXII) medal When: Monday, March 5 at 6:45p  for Ad Altare Dei            Monday , April 9 at 6:45p   for Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII medal Since the PPXII BOR requires former recipients to conduct the [&#8230;]</p>
  14309. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/">A (Catholic) Scout Is Reverent: March 5 or April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14310. ]]></description>
  14311. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><strong>What</strong>: Scout BOR&#8217;s for the Ad Altare Dei Medal and  the Pope Pius XII(PPXII) medal</div>
  14312. <div></div>
  14313. <div><strong>When</strong>: Monday, March 5 at 6:45p  for Ad Altare Dei</div>
  14314. <div>           Monday , April 9 at 6:45p   for Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII medal</div>
  14315. <div></div>
  14316. <div>Since the PPXII BOR requires former recipients to conduct the BOR, please let us know if you have a scout who can do this. We also need to try to have a priest, deacon  or seminarian attend the PPXII  BOR so please let us know if you will be attending and if you know someone who can attend who is a priest, deacon or seminarian. I will also be working to ensure the appropriate attendees.</div>
  14317. <div></div>
  14318. <div>Because of these requirements, we will be focusing on having all the PPXII BOR&#8217;s on the one day, April 9. If you have a conflict that is unresolvable please let us know.</div>
  14319. <div></div>
  14320. <div><strong>Where</strong>: The Pastoral Center- 5001 Eastern Avenue,</div>
  14321. <div>              Hyattsville, MD 20782-3447</div>
  14322. <div></div>
  14323. <div><strong>Who</strong> should attend:  All scouts who have completed the requirements for their medal.  All scouts should be in full uniform and have their books with all the required signatures.</div>
  14324. <div></div>
  14325. <div>For the security desk at the Pastoral Center, I must have the names of all the scouts and adults who will be attending by the Friday prior to the BOR.</div>
  14326. <div></div>
  14327. <div>Scout Medal Ceremony on Sunday: May 20 , 3:00p at</div>
  14328. <div>                               St Raphael&#8217;s  Church  1513 Dunster Rd, Rockville, MD</div>
  14329. <div></div>
  14330. <div>CONTACT for info and reservations:   Chris Murray ,  Lay Chair,</div>
  14331. <div>             Catholic Committee on Scouting,  Archdioceses of Washington</div>
  14332. <div>C:  202 253 0756     <a href="mailto:chris.murray3@yahoo.com">chris.murray3@yahoo.com</a></div>
  14333. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/">A (Catholic) Scout Is Reverent: March 5 or April 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14334. ]]></content:encoded>
  14336. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/a-catholic-scout-is-reverent-march-5-or-april-9/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14337. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14340. </item>
  14341. <item>
  14342. <title>Fifth Annual Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation 5K: March 17</title>
  14343. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17</link>
  14344. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/#respond</comments>
  14346. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14347. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 04:36:31 +0000</pubDate>
  14348. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=790</guid>
  14349.  
  14350. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation was started in memory of Samuel Williams. At age 16 Sam passed away in a car accident.  Sam was an honor student and an Eagle Scout from Troop 291 in Seneca District. The foundation was established to share and continue Sam’s message of being Trustworthy, Responsible, Uplifting, and Enthusiastic.   These [&#8230;]</p>
  14351. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/">Fifth Annual Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation 5K: March 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14352. ]]></description>
  14353. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation was started in memory of Samuel Williams. At age 16 Sam passed away in a car accident.  Sam was an honor student and an Eagle Scout from Troop 291 in Seneca District. The foundation was established to share and continue Sam’s message of being Trustworthy, Responsible, Uplifting, and Enthusiastic.   These traits are highlighted in the   “Be T.R.U.E Leadership Award” at Wootton High School.   The goal of the foundation is to raise funds to support high school students to attend highly regarded leadership Programs.  To date the foundation has awarded over $20,000.00 to Students who have attended Training programs at American University, George Mason University and Rotary Leadership Conference.   The “Be T.R.U.E. Leadership Award” is hosting its 5th annual 5K run/walk event at Wootton High School on March 17, 2018.</div>
  14354. <div></div>
  14355. <div>Registration is open on-line at:<a href="http://swracereg.org/">http://swracereg.org/</a></div>
  14356. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/">Fifth Annual Samuel Williams Leadership Foundation 5K: March 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14357. ]]></content:encoded>
  14359. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/fifth-annual-samuel-williams-leadership-foundation-5k-march-17/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14360. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14363. </item>
  14364. <item>
  14365. <title>The Tiger 500: March 3 &#8211; Final Call!!</title>
  14366. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call</link>
  14367. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call/#respond</comments>
  14369. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14370. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 04:29:35 +0000</pubDate>
  14371. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=789</guid>
  14372.  
  14373. <description><![CDATA[<p>You have a couple more days to submit your pack registration to attend the Tiger 500 on Saturday! Who:  Lion and Tiger dens in the Seneca District What:  A relay race against other dens with boys and girls wearing cardboard &#8220;cars&#8221; the dens have made and decorated to look like real race cars.  1 car [&#8230;]</p>
  14374. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call/">The Tiger 500: March 3 &#8211; Final Call!!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14375. ]]></description>
  14376. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>You have a couple more days to submit your pack registration to attend the Tiger 500 on Saturday!</div>
  14377. <div></div>
  14378. <div>Who:  Lion and Tiger dens in the Seneca District</div>
  14379. <div>What:  A relay race against other dens with boys and girls wearing cardboard &#8220;cars&#8221; the dens have made and decorated to look like real race cars.  1 car per 4-6 youth in the den.  See <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17502" target="_blank" rel="noopener">instructions</a> or contact <a href="mailto:jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jen Chen</a></div>
  14380. <div>When:  March 3, 2018 at 10:00 (doors open at 9:30 for final touches to the cars). The morning begins with a parade and races begin promptly after.</div>
  14381. <div>Where:  Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd, Germantown, MD 20874</div>
  14382. <div>Why:  Watching Tigers and Lions act like race cars is a blast!!!!</div>
  14383. <div>How: <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17502" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sign up</a> by March 1st.</div>
  14384. <div>Question &#8211; contact Jen Chen at <a href="tel:(202)%20309-0107" target="_blank" rel="noopener">202-309-0107</a></div>
  14385. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call/">The Tiger 500: March 3 &#8211; Final Call!!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14386. ]]></content:encoded>
  14388. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3-final-call/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14389. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14392. </item>
  14393. <item>
  14394. <title>Maryland Scholarships</title>
  14395. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-scholarships/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=maryland-scholarships</link>
  14396. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-scholarships/#respond</comments>
  14398. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14399. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 03:38:10 +0000</pubDate>
  14400. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=788</guid>
  14401.  
  14402. <description><![CDATA[<p>Each year Maryland Senators and Delegates receive funds to award scholarships to students in their districts. I have heard from so many students who have shared that these legislative scholarships have made the difference in allowing them to pursue a higher education. In order to be eligible for a District 39 Senatorial Scholarship, you must: [&#8230;]</p>
  14403. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-scholarships/">Maryland Scholarships</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14404. ]]></description>
  14405. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Each year Maryland Senators and Delegates receive funds to award scholarships to students in their districts. I have heard from so many students who have shared that these legislative scholarships have made the difference in allowing them to pursue a higher education.</div>
  14406. <div></div>
  14407. <div>In order to be eligible for a District 39 Senatorial Scholarship, you must:</div>
  14408. <div>&#8211; be a resident of District 39 (to verify your District, <a href="http://dlcc.wiredforchange.com/dia/track.jsp?v=2&amp;c=uv%2FlFGWMaqJf%2Fb7s8bGPTSQQEm78K9W2">click here</a>)</div>
  14409. <div>&#8211; fill out the FAFSA form by March 1st</div>
  14410. <div>&#8211; attend or plan to attend a Maryland college or university</div>
  14411. <div>&#8211; fill out an application and return it to my office by April 15, 2013 (to obtain an application, please call my office at 301-858-3686 or email me at <a href="mailto:nancy.king@senate.state.md.us">nancy.king@senate.state.md.us</a>)</div>
  14412. <div></div>
  14413. <div>You can also obtain information about other scholarships, grants and loans available to Maryland students at the Maryland Higher Education website &#8211; <a href="http://www.mhec.state.md.us/">www.mhec.state.md.us</a>.</div>
  14414. <div>From Senator Nancy King&#8217;s email</div>
  14415. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-scholarships/">Maryland Scholarships</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14416. ]]></content:encoded>
  14418. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/maryland-scholarships/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14419. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14422. </item>
  14423. <item>
  14424. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</title>
  14425. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29</link>
  14426. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/#respond</comments>
  14428. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14429. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 03:31:47 +0000</pubDate>
  14430. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=787</guid>
  14431.  
  14432. <description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m talking about!!!  Cub Scout Day Camp this year will be held on June 25th-29th. We have a new venue which is Madison Fields located in Dickerson MD. For some extra excitement we have added a couple of new adventures this year which are FISHING and SWIMMING! We are very [&#8230;]</p>
  14433. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14434. ]]></description>
  14435. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14436. <div><b>&#8220;Passport to Adventure&#8221; that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m talking about!!!</b>  Cub Scout Day Camp this year will be held on June 25th-29th. We have a new venue which is Madison Fields located in Dickerson MD. For some extra excitement we have added a couple of new adventures this year which are FISHING and SWIMMING! We are very excited about this!!</div>
  14437. <div>Please contact your Cubmaster or Pack Day Camp Coordinator to register. The URL is <a href="http://gotodaycamp.org/">gotodaycamp.org</a>, however, only Pack Coordinators should be registering youth and Den Walkers. Please do not forget that to every 5 or less youth there must be 1 Den Walker. The Camp is open to girl cub scouts too.</div>
  14438. <div></div>
  14439. <div>If you have ANY questions please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.</div>
  14440. <div>Let&#8217;s get this adventure started!!!</div>
  14441. <div>Maggie Smith</div>
  14442. <div>Seneca District Cub Scout Day Camp Director.</div>
  14443. <div>#301-758-6141</div>
  14444. </div>
  14445. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/">Cub Scout Day Camp: June 25-29</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14446. ]]></content:encoded>
  14448. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-june-25-29/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14449. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14452. </item>
  14453. <item>
  14454. <title>2018 University of Scouting &#8211; Walk-in Instructions: February 24</title>
  14455. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-walk-in-instructions-february-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-university-of-scouting-walk-in-instructions-february-24</link>
  14456. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-walk-in-instructions-february-24/#respond</comments>
  14458. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14459. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 03:01:34 +0000</pubDate>
  14460. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=786</guid>
  14461.  
  14462. <description><![CDATA[<p>Instructions for UoS Walk-ins 1. Go the UoS site www.ncacbsa.org/uos 2. Go to the catalog and pick out the classes you would like to attend. Some classes will be full so it would be well to have alternatives identified. 3. Make up a preliminary schedule using the schedule grids near the end of the catalog 4. [&#8230;]</p>
  14463. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-walk-in-instructions-february-24/">2018 University of Scouting &#8211; Walk-in Instructions: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14464. ]]></description>
  14465. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14466. <div>Instructions for UoS Walk-ins</div>
  14467. <div></div>
  14468. <div>1. Go the UoS site <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/uos">www.ncacbsa.org/uos</a></div>
  14469. <div>2. Go to the catalog and pick out the classes you would like to attend. Some classes will be full so it would be well to have alternatives identified.</div>
  14470. <div>3. Make up a preliminary schedule using the schedule grids near the end of the catalog</div>
  14471. <div>4. Login to the registration site where it says Register Now. Registration is closed but you can still access the site.</div>
  14472. <div>5. In the upper right corner of the page is a list of Attachments. Click on the college(s) you are interested in</div>
  14473. <div>6. The classes and space remaining will be displayed for each college</div>
  14474. <div>7. Make a list of the classes and times you would like from the available classes and bring it with you Saturday morning</div>
  14475. <div>8. Note some classes may be filled that morning by those who arrive earliest.</div>
  14476. </div>
  14477. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-walk-in-instructions-february-24/">2018 University of Scouting &#8211; Walk-in Instructions: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14478. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14481. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14484. </item>
  14485. <item>
  14486. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</title>
  14487. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-recap</link>
  14488. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap/#respond</comments>
  14490. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14491. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:23:59 +0000</pubDate>
  14492. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=784</guid>
  14493.  
  14494. <description><![CDATA[<p>In case you missed last weeks Round Table, here is some information you may find helpful (and that is the the fourth point of the Scout Law): Commissioner Darryl Hurt led a discussion on making Scouting more affordable.  His presentation materials can be found here: https://goo.gl/R4SY4w A new feature we have is a monthly &#8220;To [&#8230;]</p>
  14495. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14496. ]]></description>
  14497. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14498. <div>In case you missed last weeks Round Table, here is some information you may find helpful (and that is the the fourth point of the Scout Law):</div>
  14499. <div></div>
  14500. <div>Commissioner Darryl Hurt led a discussion on making Scouting more affordable.  His presentation materials can be found here: <a href="https://goo.gl/R4SY4w">https://goo.gl/R4SY4w</a></div>
  14501. <div></div>
  14502. <div>A new feature we have is a monthly &#8220;To Do List&#8221;. Important items that leaders might find useful.  Here are links to the January and February To Do Lists from Round Table:</div>
  14503. <div>January: <a href="http://goo.gl/476LyB">goo.gl/476LyB</a></div>
  14504. <div>February:  <a href="http://goo.gl/EG59vP">goo.gl/EG59vP</a></div>
  14505. <div></div>
  14506. <div>In addition, handouts were provided at the Joint Cub Scout/Boy Scout meeting to help Webelos and their parents when visiting troops.  Troops were also provided the lists so they can see what the Webelos are looking for.  Those PDF files can be found here:  <a href="https://goo.gl/7APBgT">https://goo.gl/7APBgT</a></div>
  14507. <div></div>
  14508. <div>We look forward to seeing all of you at University of Scouting and/or at our March Round Table meeting.</div>
  14509. <div></div>
  14510. <div>Thanks for all that you do,</div>
  14511. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  14512. </div>
  14513. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-recap/">Boy Scout Roundtable Recap</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14514. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14517. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14520. </item>
  14521. <item>
  14522. <title>SOUSA Nomination Opens &#8211; Corrected Information</title>
  14523. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information</link>
  14524. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information/#respond</comments>
  14526. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14527. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:13:57 +0000</pubDate>
  14528. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=783</guid>
  14529.  
  14530. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form. The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district [&#8230;]</p>
  14531. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information/">SOUSA Nomination Opens &#8211; Corrected Information</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14532. ]]></description>
  14533. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form.</div>
  14534. <div>
  14535. <div></div>
  14536. <div><b>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”</b> is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district award presented on behalf of units in the same way that the District Award of Merit is a council award presented by the district, and the Silver Beaver Award is a national award presented by the council.</div>
  14537. <div></div>
  14538. <div><b>Who is Eligible?</b></div>
  14539. <div>·       Scouters (adult leaders) registered at the unit level in troops, packs, ships, venture, or varsity units.</div>
  14540. <div>·       Units are <u>limited to two recipients per year</u> for this award.   PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BOTH AWARDS ! ! !</div>
  14541. <div></div>
  14542. <div><b>Who is Not Eligible? &#8211; Corrected</b></div>
  14543. <div>·       Recipients of this award or equivalent the <b>past TWO (2) years</b>. Equivalent awards include the Bowline, Spark Plug, or Pinnacle Awards, or other former district unit Scouter award.</div>
  14544. <div></div>
  14545. <div><b>How are Recipients Selected and Who Selects Them?</b></div>
  14546. <div>·       Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit within the calendar year 01 Jan  2017 through 31 Dec  2017. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the nomination.</div>
  14547. <div>·       The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, nominations that comply with the eligibility criteria above.</div>
  14548. <div></div>
  14549. <div><b>How do Units Submit Nominees?</b></div>
  14550. <div>·       Units (usually the unit leader or committee chairman) submit the names of their nominees by email.</div>
  14551. <div>·       Send to Tom Kennedy (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) by 28 February 2018. Please put [SOUSA] in the subject line of your e-mail so we don’t miss it!  Please don’t wait till the last minute<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/203c.png" alt="‼" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></div>
  14552. <div>·       Please include—</div>
  14553. <div>&#8211; Detailed and specific “Statement of Outstanding Service” (a paragraph of 3-5 Sentences (50 to 100 words) describing the awardee’s contribution that the award is based upon. (Paragraphs will be posted on the Seneca District website recognizing Outstanding Unit Scouter Award recipients and read verbatim at the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  .</div>
  14554. <div>&#8211; Contact information for both the nominator AND the nominee (name, position, unit, email and phone number).</div>
  14555. <div>·       The form for 2018 SOUSA Awardees is attached for your use.</div>
  14556. <div></div>
  14557. <div><b>When are the awards presented?</b></div>
  14558. <div>·       The SOUSA certificate is presented to the recipients at the annual Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  Please remember the 14th point of the Scout Law,  “A Scout is Flexible”</div>
  14559. <div></div>
  14560. <div><b>Does Seneca District Contact and Invite the Awardees?</b></div>
  14561. <div>·       No.  Upon confirmation that your submission has been received (usually within a few days of our receipt) you should inform the awardee and ensure that he or she—along with members of your unit—plan to attend the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.   Cost for the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner  will be kept to a minimum.  It is strongly suggested that awarding units pay for the cost for the awardees to attend this wonderful event.</div>
  14562. <div></div>
  14563. <div>Please remember to take advantage of TWO awards per unit.   If you have already replied,  thank you.</div>
  14564. <div></div>
  14565. <div>Please direct inquiries to Tom Kennedy at (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>)  or <a href="tel:(301)%20461-4101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301- 461- 4101</a>.</div>
  14566. <div></div>
  14567. <div>Yours in Scouting and</div>
  14568. <div>   Best Regards,</div>
  14569. <div></div>
  14570. <div>Tom</div>
  14571. <div>Thomas C. Kennedy</div>
  14572. </div>
  14573. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens-corrected-information/">SOUSA Nomination Opens &#8211; Corrected Information</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  14577. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14580. </item>
  14581. <item>
  14582. <title>2018 University of Scouting: February 24</title>
  14583. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2</link>
  14584. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2/#respond</comments>
  14586. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14587. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:07:57 +0000</pubDate>
  14588. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=782</guid>
  14589.  
  14590. <description><![CDATA[<p>Registration is open for the 2018 University of Scouting Full details, course offerings and registration are available here.  This promises to be the best UoS ever with almost 190 different courses being offered, many for the first time. University of Scouting has classes for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Adventure Scouting, Elective Programs offers many “general studies courses”, District Operations [&#8230;]</p>
  14591. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2/">2018 University of Scouting: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14592. ]]></description>
  14593. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14594. <div>
  14595. <div>Registration is open for the 2018 University of Scouting</div>
  14596. <div></div>
  14597. <div>Full details, course offerings and registration are available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/uos" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.  This promises to be the best UoS ever with almost 190 different courses being offered, many for the first time.</div>
  14598. </div>
  14599. </div>
  14600. <div></div>
  14601. <div>University of Scouting has classes for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Adventure Scouting, Elective Programs offers many “general studies courses”, District Operations provides training to district committee members and Scouters with an interest in district operations and standalone courses are those that are BSA national syllabus courses such as VLSC(Y), VLSC(A), VALST.</div>
  14602. <div></div>
  14603. <div>So wander over to the site and look at the course catalog.  Maybe sign up and join me on February 24 in Alexandria VA.</div>
  14604. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2/">2018 University of Scouting: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14605. ]]></content:encoded>
  14607. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14608. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14611. </item>
  14612. <item>
  14613. <title>CBS News highlights Family Scouting! &#8211; Updated</title>
  14614. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated</link>
  14615. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated/#respond</comments>
  14617. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14618. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:01:33 +0000</pubDate>
  14619. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=781</guid>
  14620.  
  14621. <description><![CDATA[<p>In case you didn’t see it, CBS news presented a story about Family Scouting that is an excellent profile on us and the girls coming in!  Feel free to use it in your spring recruiting efforts if your Pack is going to admit girls.  The District leadership would really like to help you welcome girls [&#8230;]</p>
  14622. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated/">CBS News highlights Family Scouting! &#8211; Updated</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14623. ]]></description>
  14624. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14625. <div>In case you didn’t see it, CBS news presented a story about Family Scouting that is an excellent profile on us and the girls coming in!  Feel free to use it in your spring recruiting efforts if your Pack is going to admit girls.  The District leadership would really like to help you welcome girls into your units, so please keep us informed if you wish to do so &#8211; a quick email to: <a href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a> or <a href="mailto:seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org</a> would help us greatly to know who is participating so that we can allocate resources to help you!</div>
  14626. <div></div>
  14627. <div><b>Editor&#8217;s Note:</b> Found the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kctx5hx1Wmc">link</a> to the CBS news article.  The link will take you directly to the segment.</div>
  14628. <div></div>
  14629. <div>Yours in Scouting,</div>
  14630. </div>
  14631. <div>Matt Beyers</div>
  14632. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated/">CBS News highlights Family Scouting! &#8211; Updated</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14633. ]]></content:encoded>
  14635. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting-updated/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14636. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14639. </item>
  14640. <item>
  14641. <title>Welcome Carlos Salazar &#8211; our new District Executive</title>
  14642. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/welcome-carlos-salazar-our-new-district-executive/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=welcome-carlos-salazar-our-new-district-executive</link>
  14643. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/welcome-carlos-salazar-our-new-district-executive/#respond</comments>
  14645. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14646. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:55:22 +0000</pubDate>
  14647. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=779</guid>
  14648.  
  14649. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please join me in welcoming our new District Executive: Carlos Salazar! Carlos is recently rejoined to the professional staff and we can&#8217;t wait to get him engaged and help us all become a Gold District in 2018!</p>
  14650. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/welcome-carlos-salazar-our-new-district-executive/">Welcome Carlos Salazar &#8211; our new District Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14651. ]]></description>
  14652. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Please join me in welcoming our new District Executive: <a href="mailto:carlos.salazar@scouting.org">Carlos Salazar</a>! Carlos is recently rejoined to the professional staff and we can&#8217;t wait to get him engaged and help us all become a Gold District in 2018!</div>
  14653. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/welcome-carlos-salazar-our-new-district-executive/">Welcome Carlos Salazar &#8211; our new District Executive</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14654. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14657. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14660. </item>
  14661. <item>
  14662. <title>8 great scholarships for Eagle Scouts</title>
  14663. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts</link>
  14664. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/#respond</comments>
  14666. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14667. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:49:43 +0000</pubDate>
  14668. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=778</guid>
  14669.  
  14670. <description><![CDATA[<p>From Bryon on Scouting &#8211; These days, higher education comes with a higher price tag. These scholarships for Eagle Scouts, sorted chronologically by deadline, will help take out some of the sting. National Jewish Committee on Scouting scholarships American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Scout Scholarship for Catholic Scouts Veterans of Foreign [&#8230;]</p>
  14671. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/">8 great scholarships for Eagle Scouts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14672. ]]></description>
  14673. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2018/01/29/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/">From Bryon on Scouting </a>&#8211; These days, higher education comes with a higher price tag. These scholarships for Eagle Scouts, sorted chronologically by deadline, will help take out some of the sting.</div>
  14674. <div></div>
  14675. <div>National Jewish Committee on Scouting scholarships</div>
  14676. <div>American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year</div>
  14677. <div>Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Scout Scholarship for Catholic Scouts</div>
  14678. <div>Veterans of Foreign Wars Scout of the Year</div>
  14679. <div>Mervyn Sluizer Jr. Scholarship for Philadelphia-area Scouts</div>
  14680. <div>Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting scholarships</div>
  14681. <div>National Eagle Scout Association scholarships</div>
  14682. <div>Arthur M. and Berdena King Eagle Scout Award</div>
  14683. <div>Institution-specific scholarships</div>
  14684. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/">8 great scholarships for Eagle Scouts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14685. ]]></content:encoded>
  14687. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/8-great-scholarships-for-eagle-scouts/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14688. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14691. </item>
  14692. <item>
  14693. <title>Montgomery County Cemetery Inventory Revisited project</title>
  14694. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-cemetery-inventory-revisited-project/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=montgomery-county-cemetery-inventory-revisited-project</link>
  14695. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-cemetery-inventory-revisited-project/#respond</comments>
  14697. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14698. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:48:21 +0000</pubDate>
  14699. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=777</guid>
  14700.  
  14701. <description><![CDATA[<p>Greetings and thank you for expressing interest regarding the Montgomery County Cemetery Inventory Revisited project.  We are relying solely on volunteers to make this a success, so we truly appreciate that you&#8217;re willing to help us out! Please take a moment to read the details about this project at www.montgomerypreservation.org. In order to coordinate this [&#8230;]</p>
  14702. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-cemetery-inventory-revisited-project/">Montgomery County Cemetery Inventory Revisited project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14703. ]]></description>
  14704. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14705. <div>Greetings and thank you for expressing interest regarding the Montgomery County Cemetery Inventory Revisited project.  We are relying solely on volunteers to make this a success, so we truly appreciate that you&#8217;re willing to help us out!</div>
  14706. <div></div>
  14707. <div>Please take a moment to read the details about this project at <a href="http://www.montgomerypreservation.org">www.montgomerypreservation.org</a>.</div>
  14708. <div></div>
  14709. <div>In order to coordinate this project efficiently, we are hosting a series of training sessions to present project objectives, answer your questions and concerns, and offer instruction about our digital process of evaluating our county&#8217;s burial sites. At the conclusion of the session, you will be given access to the volunteer packet and survey documents and be ready to begin your site visits.</div>
  14710. <div>The third session will be held at St. Paul Community Church at 14730 Sugarland Ln, Poolesville, MD on Saturday, February 10th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.  Parking is available in the church lot and along Sugarland Lane. Please call Eileen&#8217;s cell at 301-801-3128 if you have difficulty finding this location.</div>
  14711. <div></div>
  14712. <div>This training session will focus specifically on African American burial sites and is open to all project volunteers. Attendees will be treated to a brief talk about Mutual Beneficial Societies and a tour around this cemetery that has been documented, mapped, cleaned up, and maintained by descendants of emancipated slaves.</div>
  14713. <div></div>
  14714. <div>If you plan to visit the cemeteries with a friend, please bring that person along as a volunteer waiver will need to be signed by all participants.</div>
  14715. <div></div>
  14716. <div>The only item we ask you to bring is your mobile device (iPhone, Android, iPad, etc.) Our site evaluations will be done with map applications and your camera.  If you do not have a mobile device or a digital camera, we still would like you to attend. Alternate methods are available for gathering the information!</div>
  14717. <div></div>
  14718. <div>Please spread the word about this important project. The more volunteers who participate, the quicker we can complete the 300+ cemeteries!</div>
  14719. <div></div>
  14720. <div>Your RSVP to <a href="mailto:mococems@gmail.com">mococems@gmail.com</a> is requested so we can prepare enough chairs and have enough materials on hand for every attendee.</div>
  14721. <div></div>
  14722. <div>We look forward to hearing from you.</div>
  14723. <div></div>
  14724. <div>Glenn Wallace, MCCI-R Coordinator</div>
  14725. <div>Eileen McGuckian, MCCI-R Project Director</div>
  14726. </div>
  14727. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/montgomery-county-cemetery-inventory-revisited-project/">Montgomery County Cemetery Inventory Revisited project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14728. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14734. </item>
  14735. <item>
  14736. <title>All Faith Pinewood Derby: March 4</title>
  14737. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4</link>
  14738. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4/#respond</comments>
  14740. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14741. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:43:31 +0000</pubDate>
  14742. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=775</guid>
  14743.  
  14744. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Jewish and Islamic Committees on Scouting will jointly host a Pinewood Derby for scouts of all faiths on Sunday afternoon, 4 Mar 2018, at the Islamic Center of Fairfax, Virginia. Date: March 4 Time: 2-5pm Location: Islamic Center of Northern Virginia 4420 Shirley Gate Rd, Fairfax VA 22030 Attendees: Open to all faiths Cost: [&#8230;]</p>
  14745. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4/">All Faith Pinewood Derby: March 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14746. ]]></description>
  14747. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14748. <div>The Jewish and Islamic Committees on Scouting will jointly host a Pinewood Derby for scouts of all faiths on Sunday afternoon, 4 Mar 2018, at the Islamic Center of Fairfax, Virginia.</div>
  14749. <div></div>
  14750. <div><strong>Date</strong>: March 4</div>
  14751. <div><strong>Time</strong>: 2-5pm</div>
  14752. <div><strong>Location</strong>: Islamic Center of Northern Virginia</div>
  14753. <div>4420 Shirley Gate Rd, Fairfax VA 22030</div>
  14754. <div><strong>Attendees</strong>: Open to all faiths</div>
  14755. <div><strong>Cost</strong>: $10 per Scout/$5 for additional Scouts in the same family) &#8211; due at check in</div>
  14756. <div><strong>Register</strong>: Send an email to <a href="mailto:phil.sternberg@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philip Sternberg</a> with this information: Scout&#8217;s name and parent&#8217;s name, email address, phone number (home and cell), Pack number, Den number/name, District, rank, Den or Pack leader Point of Contact &#8211; Name, position, email and phone.</div>
  14757. <div></div>
  14758. </div>
  14759. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/02/2018-JCoS-ICoS-Pinewood-Derby-Flyer-4-Mar-2018.pdf">Flyer with more details</a></div>
  14760. <div>
  14761. <div></div>
  14762. <div>Thank you for your support.</div>
  14763. <div></div>
  14764. <div>Philip Sternberg</div>
  14765. <div>Program Coordinator</div>
  14766. <div>NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting</div>
  14767. </div>
  14768. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4/">All Faith Pinewood Derby: March 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14769. ]]></content:encoded>
  14771. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-faith-pinewood-derby-march-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14772. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14775. </item>
  14776. <item>
  14777. <title>Spring 2018 BCOLS: March 10 and April 21-22</title>
  14778. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22</link>
  14779. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22/#respond</comments>
  14781. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14782. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:39:18 +0000</pubDate>
  14783. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=774</guid>
  14784.  
  14785. <description><![CDATA[<p>Back Country Outdoor Leader Skills (BCOLS) is aimed at all adults working with older youth regardless of program (Boy Scouting, Venturing, or Exploring).  This training IS NOT recommended for Cub Scout leaders.  All participants must have completed Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, as well as the position-specific training for their program area (Venturing or, Varsity [&#8230;]</p>
  14786. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22/">Spring 2018 BCOLS: March 10 and April 21-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14787. ]]></description>
  14788. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14789. <div>Back Country Outdoor Leader Skills (BCOLS) is aimed at all adults working with older youth regardless of program (Boy Scouting, Venturing, or Exploring).  This training IS NOT recommended for Cub Scout leaders.  All participants must have completed Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, as well as the position-specific training for their program area (Venturing or, Varsity or, Boy Scout) prior to attending this course and be able to meet current physical requirements of the <u>BSA Annual Health &amp; Medical Record</u>.</div>
  14790. <div></div>
  14791. <div>The target audience is leaders planning High Adventure treks at backcountry venues not supported by BSA infrastructure; however, units planning to attend High Adventure bases supported by BSA will find this course useful, inasmuch as unit shakedowns will, most likely, take place in venues not supported by BSA infrastructure.  If you are participating in an NCAC-sponsored High Adventure Trek, you must also take the course offered by the NCAC High Adventure Committee.</div>
  14792. <div></div>
  14793. <div>Back Country Outdoor Leader Skills is offered by the Council Training Committee as an optional follow-on to the basic course, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.  Its goal is to provide adult leaders with an overview of such topics as:</div>
  14794. <div>●  Working With Older Youth                     ●  Leadership Skills</div>
  14795. <div>●  Team Development                               ●  Leave No Trace</div>
  14796. <div>●  Water Treatment                                   ●  Stove Maintenance</div>
  14797. <div>●  Risk Management                                 ●  Equipment Maintenance</div>
  14798. <div>●  Crew Equipment Needs &amp; Selection     ●  Personal Equipment Needs &amp; Selection</div>
  14799. <div>●  Terrain Awareness &amp; Land Navigation  ●  Menu Planning &amp; Clean-up</div>
  14800. <div>●  Hygiene &amp; Health                                  ●  Resources</div>
  14801. <div>●  On The Trail Tips                                  ●  Wilderness First Aid Overview</div>
  14802. <div>●  HA Planning</div>
  14803. <div></div>
  14804. <div>Part 1 — Addresses ways to effectively work with older youth and covers the detailed preparation and planning that must be done before you go out, including risk management.  Summarizes the personal and crew equipment used for lightweight camping.  Plans are also made for the weekend overnight session.  (Part 1 is the EXPLAIN &amp; DEMONSTRATE part of EDGE.)</div>
  14805. <div></div>
  14806. <div>Part 2 — Participants will practice core leader skills for the outdoor program — Leave No Trace, navigation (map &amp; compass plus GPS), terrain awareness, expedition menu planning and food preparation, stove and stove maintenance, wilderness first aid issues, expedition health and hygiene, team building.  (Part 2 is the GUIDE part of EDGE.)</div>
  14807. <div></div>
  14808. <div>Part 3— While not required, we strongly suggest participation in the Hike-o-ree which will allow BCOLS trained leaders to apply the BCOLS training with their youth at a real-world event.  (Part 3 is the ENABLE part of EDGE.)</div>
  14809. <div></div>
  14810. <div><b>SPRING 2018 &#8212; Maryland</b></div>
  14811. <div>
  14812. <div>Classroom:  Sat.  3/10 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at</div>
  14813. <div>Scientist Cliffs Community Center (Alder Rd &amp; Acacia Rd)</div>
  14814. <div>3500 Alder Road</div>
  14815. <div>Port Republic, MD</div>
  14816. <div>Overnite:  Sat. 04/21, 7:30 AM thru Sun. 04/22, 1:30 PM</div>
  14817. <div>American Chestnut Land Trust</div>
  14818. <div>676 Double Oak Rd</div>
  14819. <div>Prince Frederick, MD 20678</div>
  14820. </div>
  14821. <div></div>
  14822. <div><b>Fall 2018 &#8212; Virginia</b></div>
  14823. <div>
  14824. <div>Classroom:  Sat. 9/29  from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at</div>
  14825. <div>Heritage Presbyterian Church</div>
  14826. <div>8503 Fort Hunt Road</div>
  14827. <div>Alexandria, VA  22308</div>
  14828. <div>Overnite:  Sat. 10/20, 7:30 AM thru Sun. 10/21, 1:30 PM</div>
  14829. <div>Camp William B Snyder</div>
  14830. <div>6100 Antioch Road</div>
  14831. <div>Haymarket, VA</div>
  14832. </div>
  14833. <div></div>
  14834. <div>Register via the NCAC web-site — BCOLS can be found on the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/training/back-country-leadership-skills/">Training menu</a></div>
  14835. <div>Class size limited to 48.  Fee is $45.00</div>
  14836. <div>FOR INFORMATION:  Dominick Caridi:   <a href="mailto:DscScouting@aol.com">DscScouting@aol.com</a> / 703-625-4196</div>
  14837. </div>
  14838. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/spring-2018-bcols-march-10-and-april-21-22/">Spring 2018 BCOLS: March 10 and April 21-22</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14839. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14842. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14845. </item>
  14846. <item>
  14847. <title>Female Scouter for District Membership Committee</title>
  14848. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/female-scouter-for-district-membership-committee/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=female-scouter-for-district-membership-committee</link>
  14849. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/female-scouter-for-district-membership-committee/#respond</comments>
  14851. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14852. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:38:02 +0000</pubDate>
  14853. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=773</guid>
  14854.  
  14855. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Seneca District Membership Committee is looking for a Female Scouter to join the District committee as we embark on Family Scouting. Please contact Howard Lichtman. His contact information is hjlichtman@lichtman.ws, Cell: 301.580.7190. Howard</p>
  14856. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/female-scouter-for-district-membership-committee/">Female Scouter for District Membership Committee</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14857. ]]></description>
  14858. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Seneca District Membership Committee is looking for a Female Scouter to join the District committee as we embark on Family Scouting. Please contact Howard Lichtman. His contact information is <a href="mailto:hjlichtman@lichtman.ws" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hjlichtman@lichtman.ws</a>, Cell: <a href="tel:(301)%20580-7190" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301.580.7190</a>.</div>
  14859. <div>Howard</div>
  14860. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/female-scouter-for-district-membership-committee/">Female Scouter for District Membership Committee</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14861. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14867. </item>
  14868. <item>
  14869. <title>CBS News highlights Family Scouting!</title>
  14870. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting</link>
  14871. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting/#respond</comments>
  14873. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14874. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:36:50 +0000</pubDate>
  14875. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=772</guid>
  14876.  
  14877. <description><![CDATA[<p>In case you didn’t see it, CBS news presented a story about Family Scouting that is an excellent profile on us and the girls coming in!  Feel free to use it in your spring recruiting efforts if your Pack is going to admit girls.  The District leadership would really like to help you welcome girls [&#8230;]</p>
  14878. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting/">CBS News highlights Family Scouting!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14879. ]]></description>
  14880. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14881. <div>In case you didn’t see it, CBS news presented a story about Family Scouting that is an excellent profile on us and the girls coming in!  Feel free to use it in your spring recruiting efforts if your Pack is going to admit girls.  The District leadership would really like to help you welcome girls into your units, so please keep us informed if you wish to do so &#8211; a quick email to: <a href="mailto:seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtchair@ncacbsa.org</a> or <a href="mailto:seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seneca.districtcommish@ncacbsa.org</a> would help us greatly to know who is participating so that we can allocate resources to help you!</div>
  14882. <div></div>
  14883. <div>Yours in Scouting,</div>
  14884. </div>
  14885. <div>Matt Beyers</div>
  14886. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting/">CBS News highlights Family Scouting!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14887. ]]></content:encoded>
  14889. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cbs-news-highlights-family-scouting/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14890. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14893. </item>
  14894. <item>
  14895. <title>White Oak IOLS: May 5-6</title>
  14896. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/white-oak-iols-may-5-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=white-oak-iols-may-5-6</link>
  14897. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/white-oak-iols-may-5-6/#respond</comments>
  14899. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14900. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:35:02 +0000</pubDate>
  14901. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=771</guid>
  14902.  
  14903. <description><![CDATA[<p>White Oak District is offering Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) on May 5-6. This is the second training to allow you to earn the trained stripe after completing the indoor training (SM Position Specific Training) and the outdoor training (IOLS). Register by clicking on the class title.</p>
  14904. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/white-oak-iols-may-5-6/">White Oak IOLS: May 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14905. ]]></description>
  14906. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>White Oak District is offering <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-IOLS_WOD_S18_0505">Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)</a> on May 5-6. This is the second training to allow you to earn the trained stripe after completing the indoor training (SM Position Specific Training) and the outdoor training (IOLS).</div>
  14907. <div></div>
  14908. <div>Register by clicking on the class title.</div>
  14909. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/white-oak-iols-may-5-6/">White Oak IOLS: May 5-6</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14910. ]]></content:encoded>
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  14913. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14916. </item>
  14917. <item>
  14918. <title>Seneca Training Day: March 3</title>
  14919. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-march-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-training-day-march-3</link>
  14920. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-march-3/#respond</comments>
  14922. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14923. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2018 04:33:48 +0000</pubDate>
  14924. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=770</guid>
  14925.  
  14926. <description><![CDATA[<p>The District is offering Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training and Commissioner Basic Training/Roundtable Training. Come join us for a fun day of training! Register by clicking on the links.</p>
  14927. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-march-3/">Seneca Training Day: March 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14928. ]]></description>
  14929. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The District is offering <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17501">Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training</a> and <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17500">Commissioner Basic Training/Roundtable Training</a>. Come join us for a fun day of training!</div>
  14930. <div></div>
  14931. <div>Register by clicking on the links.</div>
  14932. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-march-3/">Seneca Training Day: March 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14933. ]]></content:encoded>
  14935. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-march-3/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14936. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14939. </item>
  14940. <item>
  14941. <title>Pinewood Derby: April 14</title>
  14942. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pinewood-derby-april-14</link>
  14943. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14/#respond</comments>
  14945. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14946. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:10:46 +0000</pubDate>
  14947. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=766</guid>
  14948.  
  14949. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Pinewood Derby is open for registration. Where: Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd in Germantown, MD When: Saturday, April 14 from 9:30am-12:30pm (Weigh in starts at 8:30am) Cost: $35 per PACK, not individual The 2018 rules are on the registration site</p>
  14950. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14/">Pinewood Derby: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14951. ]]></description>
  14952. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Pinewood Derby is <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17503">open</a> for registration.</div>
  14953. <div>Where: Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd in Germantown, MD</div>
  14954. <div>When: Saturday, April 14 from 9:30am-12:30pm (Weigh in starts at 8:30am)</div>
  14955. <div>Cost: $35 per PACK, not individual</div>
  14956. <div>The 2018 rules are on the <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17503">registration site</a></div>
  14957. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14/">Pinewood Derby: April 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14958. ]]></content:encoded>
  14960. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/pinewood-derby-april-14/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  14961. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  14964. </item>
  14965. <item>
  14966. <title>Powder Horn 2018: August 24-26 &#8211; Corrected Link</title>
  14967. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2018-august-24-26/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=powder-horn-2018-august-24-26</link>
  14968. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2018-august-24-26/#respond</comments>
  14970. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  14971. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:03:16 +0000</pubDate>
  14972. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=765</guid>
  14973.  
  14974. <description><![CDATA[<p>The High Adventure Skills Resources Management Course August 24 – 26 (a three-day course) Camp St. Charles, Newberg, MD NCAC Powder Horn Course Director:  Nick Maliszewskyj  Presented by the National Capital Area Council, BSA What is Powder Horn?  Powder Horn is a resource course designed to introduce Scouting’s adult leaders to exciting program possibilities using a variety [&#8230;]</p>
  14975. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2018-august-24-26/">Powder Horn 2018: August 24-26 &#8211; Corrected Link</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  14976. ]]></description>
  14977. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  14978. <div>The High Adventure Skills Resources Management Course</div>
  14979. <div>August 24 – 26 (a three-day course)</div>
  14980. <div>Camp St. Charles, Newberg, MD</div>
  14981. <div>NCAC Powder Horn Course Director:  <a href="mailto:maliszewskyj@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nick Maliszewskyj </a></div>
  14982. <div>Presented by the National Capital Area Council, BSA</div>
  14983. <div></div>
  14984. <div><b>What is Powder Horn? </b> Powder Horn is a resource course designed to introduce Scouting’s adult leaders to exciting program possibilities using a variety of resources for their unit.  It helps leaders to provide a robust outdoor program that meets the health and safety requirements as well as the rules and regulations of the BSA as they apply to outdoor programs.  The goal for participants is to leave the Powder Horn course with a list of ideas to help their program, along with contacts and resources needed to implement them.  It is important to understand that Powder Horn is not a personal development course or a team building experience.  It is not a certification course.  Its purpose is to educate the youth and adult Scouting leaders about specific high-adventure skills, to connect them to resources to deliver those skills, and to get them excited about delivering those skills in an exciting, challenging way to youth.</div>
  14985. <div></div>
  14986. <div><b>Who can attend Powder Horn?</b>  All registered adult leaders are welcome.  All participants must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. Adults must have completed Leader Specific Training for their registered position, as well as the on-line courses:  Youth Protection, Hazardous Weather, Safety Afloat, Safe Swim Defense, and Climb on Safely.  Youth participants (14 and up) will be admitted on an individual basis and requires the nomination by the unit leader. Youth must have completed their unit leadership training, National Youth Leadership Training is recommended.  All participants must submit Annual Health &amp; Medical Record meeting physical requirements for a backcountry</div>
  14987. <div></div>
  14988. <div><b>What will we do?</b>  Powder Horn is organized around the BSA’s High Adventure elements.  Topics may include:</div>
  14989. <div></div>
  14990. <div>Archery</div>
  14991. <div>Emergency Preparedness</div>
  14992. <div>Rifle</div>
  14993. <div>Astronomy</div>
  14994. <div>Fly Fishing</div>
  14995. <div>Sailing</div>
  14996. <div>Canoe</div>
  14997. <div>GPS &#8211; Geocaching</div>
  14998. <div>Scuba</div>
  14999. <div>Caving</div>
  15000. <div>Hunting</div>
  15001. <div>Search and Rescue</div>
  15002. <div>Communications</div>
  15003. <div>Kayaking</div>
  15004. <div>Stem</div>
  15005. <div>Conservation</div>
  15006. <div>Leadership Lessons on Film</div>
  15007. <div>Wilderness Survival</div>
  15008. <div>COPE Challenge Course</div>
  15009. <div>Mountain Biking</div>
  15010. <div>Winter Sports</div>
  15011. <div>Ecology</div>
  15012. <div>Pistol</div>
  15013. <div>Youth Development</div>
  15014. <div></div>
  15015. <div><b>What is the Course Size? </b> The course is limited to 40 participants (32 adult and 8 youth).</div>
  15016. <div>·      Adult registrations will be accepted on a first come-first served basis to fill the 32 adult participant positions and, when those are filled, adult applicants will be placed on a waiting list in case of cancellation.</div>
  15017. <div>·      Due to the limited number of youth participants, we are not able to accept youth registration on a first come-first served basis.  We must be able to provide a balanced youth participation, and consideration will be given to those youth applications received by April 14. Youth will be notified via email regarding whether their registration has been accepted or wait-listed.  Thank you for your consideration and understanding as we need to service all aspects of the Council and its youth participants.</div>
  15018. <div></div>
  15019. <div><b>How Do I Register? </b> Registration opens Tuesday, March 1, 2018.  The fee is $250.00.  The fee will include a $75 deposit.  This deposit will only be refunded if you cancel this application before June 13, 2018 AND there is someone on the waiting list willing to take your place.  Register at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/powder-horn">https://www.ncacbsa.org/powder-horn</a> by July 13, 2018.  You will need to register with your BSA Identification Number.</div>
  15020. <div></div>
  15021. <div>NCAC Powder Horn Coordinator:  <a href="mailto:dscsouting@aol.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dominick Caridi </a> <a href="tel:(703)%20625-4196" target="_blank" rel="noopener">703-625-4196</a></div>
  15022. </div>
  15023. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2018-august-24-26/">Powder Horn 2018: August 24-26 &#8211; Corrected Link</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15024. ]]></content:encoded>
  15026. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/powder-horn-2018-august-24-26/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15027. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15030. </item>
  15031. <item>
  15032. <title>CPR/AED &#038; First Aid Certification: February 4</title>
  15033. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4</link>
  15034. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4/#respond</comments>
  15036. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15037. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:02:27 +0000</pubDate>
  15038. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=764</guid>
  15039.  
  15040. <description><![CDATA[<p>Adult + Infant FA/CPR w/CPR &#38; AED Sunday, Feb. 4, 2017 1:00-6:30 p.m. &#8230;Additional courses &#38; dates by request Adult First Aid w/CPR &#38; AED Wilderness &#38; Remote First Aid* Remote Afloat First-Aid Training (RAFT) w/ WRFA* COST** $30 Adult FA/CPR $35 Adult/Infant FA/CPR $85 WRFA &#38; RAFT Be Prepared! Get Trained! TO REGISTER E-mail [&#8230;]</p>
  15041. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4/">CPR/AED &amp; First Aid Certification: February 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15042. ]]></description>
  15043. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15044. <div>
  15045. <div>Adult + Infant FA/CPR w/CPR &amp; AED</div>
  15046. <div>Sunday, Feb. 4, 2017 1:00-6:30 p.m.</div>
  15047. <div></div>
  15048. <div>&#8230;Additional courses &amp; dates by request</div>
  15049. <div>Adult First Aid w/CPR &amp; AED</div>
  15050. <div>Wilderness &amp; Remote First Aid*</div>
  15051. <div>Remote Afloat First-Aid Training (RAFT) w/ WRFA*</div>
  15052. </div>
  15053. <div>
  15054. <div></div>
  15055. <div>COST**</div>
  15056. </div>
  15057. <div>
  15058. <div>$30 Adult FA/CPR</div>
  15059. <div>$35 Adult/Infant FA/CPR</div>
  15060. <div>$85 WRFA &amp; RAFT</div>
  15061. </div>
  15062. <div></div>
  15063. <div>Be Prepared! Get Trained!</div>
  15064. <div></div>
  15065. <div>
  15066. <div>TO REGISTER</div>
  15067. <div>E-mail preferred date(s) and names/number of participants to: <a href="mailto:keeper@21uslhs.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">keeper@21uslhs.org</a></div>
  15068. <div>** Proof of current BSA affiliation required for these heavily discounted fees</div>
  15069. </div>
  15070. <div></div>
  15071. <div>Flyer available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/ARC-Event-Flyer.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</div>
  15072. </div>
  15073. <div></div>
  15074. <div>
  15075. <div>Online sign-up has been set up at <a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e44a5ac2fa6ff2-american" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e44a5ac2fa6ff2-american</a>, which allows for electronic payment (with a nominal surcharge, unfortunately&#8230; the price of convenience).</div>
  15076. <div></div>
  15077. <div>For those who prefer to pay by check, please register as &#8220;waitlist&#8221; and bring a check payable to &#8220;21USLHS&#8221; on the day of the course. Waitlisted individuals will be accommodated up to our maximum class size (even beyond the 4 allocated waitlisted slots if the prepaid numbers are low&#8230; but the pre-paid participants are needed to confirm the course will happen.  We can also arrange a physical exchange of checks prior to the course to avoid the electronic payment surcharge for those who are committed to attending, which will help ensure the course is a &#8220;go.&#8221;</div>
  15078. <div></div>
  15079. <div>My goal is to train everyone who is willing to be trained, and to make registration as easy as possible&#8230; and I will offer additional courses tailored to interests (first aid and CPR/AED, Adult only or Adult and Infant, or just CPR/AED, just Adult or both Adult and Infant) based on the needs of the participants.  I also offer Wilderness and Remote First Aid which is required for those attending any of the BSA High Adventure Bases and highly recommended for other units pursuing high-adventure activities where EMS resources might not be immediately available.</div>
  15080. </div>
  15081. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4/">CPR/AED &amp; First Aid Certification: February 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15082. ]]></content:encoded>
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  15085. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15088. </item>
  15089. <item>
  15090. <title>Looking for Marketing Intern</title>
  15091. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-marketing-intern/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=looking-for-marketing-intern</link>
  15092. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-marketing-intern/#respond</comments>
  15094. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15095. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:01:40 +0000</pubDate>
  15096. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=763</guid>
  15097.  
  15098. <description><![CDATA[<p>The NCAC Marketing Department would like to recruit one or a small group of interns to help with a few key projects this year. If you know anyone looking for experience in marketing, digital communications, or graphic design, please have them contact me. Thank you, Aaron Chusid Chief Communications Officer</p>
  15099. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-marketing-intern/">Looking for Marketing Intern</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15100. ]]></description>
  15101. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The NCAC Marketing Department would like to recruit one or a small group of interns to help with a few key projects this year. If you know anyone looking for experience in marketing, digital communications, or graphic design, please have them contact me.</div>
  15102. <div></div>
  15103. <div>Thank you,</div>
  15104. <div><a href="mailto:Aaron.Chusid@scouting.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aaron Chusid</a></div>
  15105. <div>Chief Communications Officer</div>
  15106. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-marketing-intern/">Looking for Marketing Intern</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15107. ]]></content:encoded>
  15109. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/looking-for-marketing-intern/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15110. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15113. </item>
  15114. <item>
  15115. <title>Milkweed for Monarchs Kick-off: February 17</title>
  15116. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17</link>
  15117. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17/#respond</comments>
  15119. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15120. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
  15121. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=762</guid>
  15122.  
  15123. <description><![CDATA[<p>Saturday, February 17th from 11 am to Noon @ The National Arboretum Milkweed for Monarchs, Inspiring Conservation in Scouts and Their Families, is presented by the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America and hosted by the United States National Arboretum. Please join us to celebrate the start of this new monarch butterfly conservation [&#8230;]</p>
  15124. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17/">Milkweed for Monarchs Kick-off: February 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15125. ]]></description>
  15126. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15127. <div>Saturday, February 17th from 11 am to Noon @ The National Arboretum</div>
  15128. <div>Milkweed for Monarchs, Inspiring Conservation in Scouts and Their Families, is presented by the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America and hosted by the United States National Arboretum. Please join us to celebrate the start of this new monarch butterfly conservation program and be the first to get your seeds and commemorative patches!</div>
  15129. </div>
  15130. <div></div>
  15131. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/milkweed-for-monarchs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Now</a></div>
  15132. <div></div>
  15133. <div>
  15134. <div>In February 2018, The National Capital Area Council will kick-off Milkweed for Monarchs, a massive conservation project to protect and promote sustainable habitat for the monarch butterfly. One of nature’s most recognized and beautiful butterflies, the Monarch has been in decline in recent years, seeing a 1/3 decrease in its “overwintering” count from February 2016 to February 2017. A sign of spring for many, the Monarch is also a vital food source for other animals in the local ecosystem, and consequently, their dwindling numbers could have profound effects on the food chain. Many factors are at play, including environmental considerations and a loss of habitat.</div>
  15135. <div></div>
  15136. <div>Scouts are looking to help arrest and reverse this trend. The caterpillars that eventually become the monarch depend upon milkweed as their food source. With Milkweed for Monarchs, Scouts will be encouraging not just the protection of existing stands of milkweed, but the planting and cultivation of more of this vital monarch food stuff. How can you help? Simple. Protect milkweed where you see it and plant more. It’s not a difficult plant to cultivate. Because milkweed is a perennial, once you plant it and establish it this spring, your plants will return the following year to help feed the next generation of monarch caterpillars.</div>
  15137. </div>
  15138. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17/">Milkweed for Monarchs Kick-off: February 17</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15139. ]]></content:encoded>
  15141. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweed-for-monarchs-kick-off-february-17/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15142. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15145. </item>
  15146. <item>
  15147. <title>CAMP CARDS ARE BACK!</title>
  15148. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=camp-cards-are-back</link>
  15149. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back/#respond</comments>
  15151. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15152. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
  15153. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=761</guid>
  15154.  
  15155. <description><![CDATA[<p>Would you like to earn $2.50 for FREE?  That’s essentially what you’re doing when you sell Camp Cards!  The cards are $5 each, but they come with a $5 Safeway or Harris Teeter card, so they’re basically FREE to the purchaser!  There is ZERO risk to the the Unit &#8211; sell what you can and [&#8230;]</p>
  15156. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back/">CAMP CARDS ARE BACK!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15157. ]]></description>
  15158. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Would you like to earn $2.50 for FREE?  That’s essentially what you’re doing when you sell Camp Cards!  The cards are $5 each, but they come with a $5 Safeway or Harris Teeter card, so they’re basically FREE to the purchaser!  There is ZERO risk to the the Unit &#8211; sell what you can and return the rest!  Units keep 50% of the sale!!!!</div>
  15159. <div></div>
  15160. <div>Signup today for distribution at February RoundTable.  <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/support-scouting/camp-cards-sign-up/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.ncacbsa.org/support-scouting/camp-cards-sign-up/</a>.</div>
  15161. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back/">CAMP CARDS ARE BACK!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15162. ]]></content:encoded>
  15164. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/camp-cards-are-back/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15165. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15168. </item>
  15169. <item>
  15170. <title>SOUSA Nomination Opens</title>
  15171. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sousa-nomination-opens</link>
  15172. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens/#respond</comments>
  15174. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15175. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:59:12 +0000</pubDate>
  15176. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=760</guid>
  15177.  
  15178. <description><![CDATA[<p>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the attached form. The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district [&#8230;]</p>
  15179. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens/">SOUSA Nomination Opens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15180. ]]></description>
  15181. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15182. <div>Please submit your Awardees for the Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA” on the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2018/01/Form-for-2017SOUSA-Nominee.docx">attached form</a>.</div>
  15183. <div></div>
  15184. <div><b>The Seneca District Outstanding Unit Scouter Award – “SOUSA”</b> is a unit level award that gives recognition to registered adult Scouters for their significant contributions to their respective units during the 2017 calendar year. It is a district award presented on behalf of units in the same way that the District Award of Merit is a council award presented by the district, and the Silver Beaver Award is a national award presented by the council.</div>
  15185. <div></div>
  15186. <div><b>Who is Eligible?</b></div>
  15187. <div>·       Scouters (adult leaders) registered at the unit level in troops, packs, ships, venture, or varsity units.</div>
  15188. <div>·       Units are <u>limited to two recipients per year</u> for this award.   PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BOTH AWARDS ! ! !</div>
  15189. <div></div>
  15190. <div><b>Who is Not Eligible?</b></div>
  15191. <div>·       Recipients of this award or equivalent the past three (2) years. Equivalent awards include the Bowline, Spark Plug, or Pinnacle Awards, or other former district unit Scouter award.</div>
  15192. <div></div>
  15193. <div><b>How are Recipients Selected and Who Selects Them?</b></div>
  15194. <div>·       Recipients are selected and designated by their units based on their significant contributions to the unit within the calendar year 01 Jan  2017 through 31 Dec  2017. The definition of “significant” is entirely at the discretion of the unit leader or unit committee chair submitting the nomination.</div>
  15195. <div>·       The Seneca District Adult Recognition Committee accepts, without review, nominations that comply with the eligibility criteria above.</div>
  15196. <div></div>
  15197. <div><b>How do Units Submit Nominees?</b></div>
  15198. <div>·       Units (usually the unit leader or committee chairman) submit the names of their nominees by email.</div>
  15199. <div>·       Send to Tom Kennedy (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>) by 28 February 2018. Please put [SOUSA] in the subject line of your e-mail so we don’t miss it!  Please don’t wait till the last minute<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/203c.png" alt="‼" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></div>
  15200. <div>·       Please include—</div>
  15201. <div>&#8211; Detailed and specific “Statement of Outstanding Service” (a paragraph of 3-5 Sentences (50 to 100 words) describing the awardee’s contribution that the award is based upon. (Paragraphs will be posted on the Seneca District website recognizing Outstanding Unit Scouter Award recipients and read verbatim at the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  .</div>
  15202. <div>&#8211; Contact information for both the nominator AND the nominee (name, position, unit, email and phone number).</div>
  15203. <div>·       The form for 2018 SOUSA Awardees is attached for your use.</div>
  15204. <div></div>
  15205. <div><b>When are the awards presented?</b></div>
  15206. <div>·       The SOUSA certificate is presented to the recipients at the annual Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.  Please remember the 14th point of the Scout Law,  “A Scout is Flexible”</div>
  15207. <div></div>
  15208. <div><b>Does Seneca District Contact and Invite the Awardees?</b></div>
  15209. <div>·       No.  Upon confirmation that your submission has been received (usually within a few days of our receipt) you should inform the awardee and ensure that he or she—along with members of your unit—plan to attend the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner, scheduled for 22 May 2018 at a location to be determined.   Cost for the Seneca District Adult Court of Honor &amp; Dinner  will be kept to a minimum.  It is strongly suggested that awarding units pay for the cost for the awardees to attend this wonderful event.</div>
  15210. <div></div>
  15211. <div>Please remember to take advantage of TWO awards per unit.   If you have already replied,  thank you.</div>
  15212. <div></div>
  15213. <div>Please direct inquiries to Tom Kennedy at (<a href="mailto:tckenne@comcast.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tckenne@comcast.net</a>)  or <a href="tel:(301)%20461-4101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301- 461- 4101</a>.</div>
  15214. <div></div>
  15215. <div>Yours in Scouting and</div>
  15216. <div>   Best Regards,</div>
  15217. <div></div>
  15218. <div>Tom</div>
  15219. <div>Thomas C. Kennedy</div>
  15220. </div>
  15221. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens/">SOUSA Nomination Opens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15222. ]]></content:encoded>
  15224. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sousa-nomination-opens/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15225. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15228. </item>
  15229. <item>
  15230. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: February 8</title>
  15231. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2</link>
  15232. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2/#respond</comments>
  15234. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15235. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:58:25 +0000</pubDate>
  15236. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=759</guid>
  15237.  
  15238. <description><![CDATA[<p>Come join us at the Cub Scout Roundtable for fun, fellowship and news!</p>
  15239. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2/">Cub Scout Roundtable: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15240. ]]></description>
  15241. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Come join us at the Cub Scout Roundtable for fun, fellowship and news!</div>
  15242. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2/">Cub Scout Roundtable: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15243. ]]></content:encoded>
  15245. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-february-8-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15246. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15249. </item>
  15250. <item>
  15251. <title>Cub Scout Day Camp Roundtable Breakout Session: February 8</title>
  15252. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8</link>
  15253. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8/#respond</comments>
  15255. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15256. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:57:46 +0000</pubDate>
  15257. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=758</guid>
  15258.  
  15259. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention Cubmasters and Day Camp Pack Coordinators! During Cub Scout Roundtable on Thursday February 8th we would like to hold a Day Camp breakout where we will discuss Day Camp. Please have someone from your Pack attend to get the information. An exciting new adventure is about to begin!! Maggie Smith    Nette Furner</p>
  15260. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8/">Cub Scout Day Camp Roundtable Breakout Session: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15261. ]]></description>
  15262. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15263. <div>Attention Cubmasters and Day Camp Pack Coordinators! During Cub Scout Roundtable on Thursday February 8th we would like to hold a Day Camp breakout where we will discuss Day Camp. Please have someone from your Pack attend to get the information.</div>
  15264. <div>An exciting new adventure is about to begin!!</div>
  15265. <div>Maggie Smith    Nette Furner</div>
  15266. </div>
  15267. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8/">Cub Scout Day Camp Roundtable Breakout Session: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15268. ]]></content:encoded>
  15270. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-day-camp-roundtable-breakout-session-february-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15271. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15274. </item>
  15275. <item>
  15276. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: February 8</title>
  15277. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-8/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-february-8</link>
  15278. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-8/#respond</comments>
  15280. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15281. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:57:05 +0000</pubDate>
  15282. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=757</guid>
  15283.  
  15284. <description><![CDATA[<p>Handouts will be provided to both Boy Scout and Cub Scout units to help Webelos evaluate troops they visit.  This will give Cub Scouting parents an idea of what to look for and Boy Scout Leaders an idea of what they Cubs are looking for. Darryl Hurt will be leading a discussion on the following: [&#8230;]</p>
  15285. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-8/">Boy Scout Roundtable: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15286. ]]></description>
  15287. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15288. <div>Handouts will be provided to both Boy Scout and Cub Scout units to help Webelos evaluate troops they visit.  This will give Cub Scouting parents an idea of what to look for and Boy Scout Leaders an idea of what they Cubs are looking for.</div>
  15289. <div></div>
  15290. <div>Darryl Hurt will be leading a discussion on the following:</div>
  15291. <div></div>
  15292. <div>Scouting is for everyone! Sometimes families that want to participate can simply not afford books, uniforms, outings, etc. Sometimes policies of the chartering organization encourage frugal and simplified Scouting (notably LDS). Our Roundtable discussion in February will focus on ways to make Scouting more affordable for everyone while still providing an outstanding program that conforms to the guidelines of the National Council.</div>
  15293. <div></div>
  15294. <div>If time permits, we will have a discussion on Junior Assistant Scoutmasters and their role in the troop.</div>
  15295. </div>
  15296. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-8/">Boy Scout Roundtable: February 8</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15297. ]]></content:encoded>
  15299. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-february-8/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15300. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15303. </item>
  15304. <item>
  15305. <title>Medical Field Scholarships</title>
  15306. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/medical-field-scholarships/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=medical-field-scholarships</link>
  15307. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/medical-field-scholarships/#respond</comments>
  15309. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15310. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:30:13 +0000</pubDate>
  15311. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=756</guid>
  15312.  
  15313. <description><![CDATA[<p>Nurse, Doctor, Physical Rehabilitation Montgomery Medical Center Woman&#8217;s Board MedStarMontgomery.org/Scholarship</p>
  15314. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/medical-field-scholarships/">Medical Field Scholarships</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15315. ]]></description>
  15316. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Nurse, Doctor, Physical Rehabilitation</div>
  15317. <div>Montgomery Medical Center Woman&#8217;s Board</div>
  15318. <div><a href="http://medstarmontgomery.org/Scholarship">MedStarMontgomery.org/Scholarship</a></div>
  15319. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/medical-field-scholarships/">Medical Field Scholarships</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15320. ]]></content:encoded>
  15322. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/medical-field-scholarships/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15323. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15326. </item>
  15327. <item>
  15328. <title>Eagle Scout Scholarship Awards</title>
  15329. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-scholarship-awards/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eagle-scout-scholarship-awards</link>
  15330. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-scholarship-awards/#respond</comments>
  15332. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15333. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:28:57 +0000</pubDate>
  15334. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=755</guid>
  15335.  
  15336. <description><![CDATA[<p>Up to $10,000. https://sar.org/education/youth-contests-awards/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award</p>
  15337. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-scholarship-awards/">Eagle Scout Scholarship Awards</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15338. ]]></description>
  15339. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Up to $10,000.</div>
  15340. <div><a href="https://sar.org/education/youth-contests-awards/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award">https://sar.org/education/youth-contests-awards/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-award</a></div>
  15341. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-scholarship-awards/">Eagle Scout Scholarship Awards</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15342. ]]></content:encoded>
  15344. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/eagle-scout-scholarship-awards/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15345. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15348. </item>
  15349. <item>
  15350. <title>The Tiger 500: March 3</title>
  15351. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=the-tiger-500-march-3</link>
  15352. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3/#respond</comments>
  15354. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15355. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:25:57 +0000</pubDate>
  15356. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=754</guid>
  15357.  
  15358. <description><![CDATA[<p>Who:  Lion and Tiger dens in the Seneca District What:  A relay race against other dens with boys and girls wearing cardboard &#8220;cars&#8221; the dens have made and decorated to look like real race cars.  1 car per 4-6 youth in the den.  See instructions or contact Jen Chen When:  March 3, 2018 at 10:00 (doors open at [&#8230;]</p>
  15359. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3/">The Tiger 500: March 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15360. ]]></description>
  15361. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><strong>Who</strong>:  Lion and Tiger dens in the Seneca District</div>
  15362. <div><strong>What</strong>:  A relay race against other dens with boys and girls wearing cardboard &#8220;cars&#8221; the dens have made and decorated to look like real race cars.  1 car per 4-6 youth in the den.  See <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17502">instructions</a> or contact <a href="mailto:jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com">Jen Chen</a></div>
  15363. <div><strong>When</strong>:  March 3, 2018 at 10:00 (doors open at 9:30 for final touches to the cars). The morning begins with a parade and races begin promptly after.</div>
  15364. <div><strong>Where</strong>:  Kingsview LDS Church, 18900 Kingsview Rd, Germantown, MD 20874</div>
  15365. <div><strong>Why</strong>:  Watching Tigers and Lions act like race cars is a blast!!!!</div>
  15366. <div><strong>How</strong>: <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17502">Sign up</a> by March 1st.</div>
  15367. <div><strong>Questions</strong> &#8211; contact Jen Chen at 202-309-0107</div>
  15368. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3/">The Tiger 500: March 3</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15369. ]]></content:encoded>
  15371. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-tiger-500-march-3/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15372. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15375. </item>
  15376. <item>
  15377. <title>February Patuxent Events</title>
  15378. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/february-patuxent-events/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=february-patuxent-events</link>
  15379. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/february-patuxent-events/#respond</comments>
  15381. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15382. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:20:41 +0000</pubDate>
  15383. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=753</guid>
  15384.  
  15385. <description><![CDATA[<p>We received lots of information from Tim Parker at Fish and Wildlife: Below you will find our programs for February. You may also wish to visit our programs page. *REGISTRATION* Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to [&#8230;]</p>
  15386. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/february-patuxent-events/">February Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15387. ]]></description>
  15388. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We received lots of information from Tim Parker at Fish and Wildlife:</p>
  15389. <div>Below you will find our programs for February. You may also wish to visit our <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Patuxent/visit/PublicPrograms.html">programs page</a>.</div>
  15390. <div></div>
  15391. <div>*REGISTRATION*</div>
  15392. <div>Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to changes or cancellation due to weather or low participation. Please notify the refuge of any special needs so that you may be accommodated. <a href="http://www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent">www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent</a></div>
  15393. <div></div>
  15394. <div>*NORTH TRACT PROGRAMS*</div>
  15395. <div>*230 Bald Eagle Drive*</div>
  15396. <div>*Laurel, MD 20724*</div>
  15397. <div></div>
  15398. <div>+++Owl Pellets+++</div>
  15399. <div>Sunday, Feb. 18th, 10:00 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  15400. <div>Ages 7-12, registration required</div>
  15401. <div>How can owls find food in total darkness? How can they stand to eat a smelly skunk? Learn about these nocturnal hunters and dissect an owl pellet.</div>
  15402. <div></div>
  15403. <div>+++Riding Bicycles to Experience Patuxent Research Refuge&#8217;s North</div>
  15404. <div>+++Tract+++</div>
  15405. <div>Sunday, Feb. 25th, 1:00 &#8211; 3:30 pm</div>
  15406. <div>Ages 10+, registration required</div>
  15407. <div>Enjoy a winter bicycle outing as you learn about the refuge. Experience the beauty of this natural area on two wheels while discovering local wildlife, plants and historical sites. Learn the importance of reducing your footprint and leaving no trace on this 12 &#8211; mile guided bicycle ride.</div>
  15408. <div>Bring your own bike, energy bar/snack, water bottle and helmet. Ride is weather dependent.</div>
  15409. <div></div>
  15410. <div>*NATIONAL WILDLIFE VISITOR CENTER PROGRAMS*</div>
  15411. <div>*10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop*</div>
  15412. <div>*Laurel, MD 20708*</div>
  15413. <div></div>
  15414. <div>+++Screech &amp; Kestrel+++</div>
  15415. <div>Saturday, Feb. 3rd, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm</div>
  15416. <div>Saturday, Feb. 17th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm</div>
  15417. <div>All ages, no registration</div>
  15418. <div>Meet two of North America&#8217;s smallest birds of prey: the American kestrel and eastern screech owl. Both expert hunters, the American kestrel uses its acrobatic prowess, while the eastern screech owl is a stealthy silent hunter.</div>
  15419. <div></div>
  15420. <div>+++Once Upon a Windy Day+++</div>
  15421. <div>Sunday, Feb. 4th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  15422. <div>Ages 5-7, registration required</div>
  15423. <div>Whoosh! Discover how the wind works and how it affects people and wildlife in this hands-on, interactive program with games and crafts.</div>
  15424. <div></div>
  15425. <div>+++Family Fun: Who was here?+++</div>
  15426. <div>Friday, Feb. 9th, 10:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm</div>
  15427. <div>Saturday, Feb. 10th, 10:00 am &#8211; 1:00 pm</div>
  15428. <div>All ages, no registration</div>
  15429. <div>Winter is a great time to be a &#8220;nature detective&#8221; and look for animal tracks in the snow (or mud). Even when we don&#8217;t see the animals themselves, we can tell who has been there &#8212; and maybe what they were doing &#8212; by looking at their footprints and other things they leave behind. Come learn about tracks, scat and other animal signs through hands-on activities and games for all ages. This is a drop-in program: come when you wish, and leave when you&#8217;re ready.</div>
  15430. <div></div>
  15431. <div>+++Winter Adaptations Hike+++</div>
  15432. <div>Saturday, Feb. 10th, 12:30 &#8211; 1:30 pm</div>
  15433. <div>All ages, registration required</div>
  15434. <div>Come and enjoy a winter hike around Cash Lake. Learn about the adaptations animals and plants use to survive this frosty time of year. Bring water and dress for the elements. The hike will start inside the visitor center.</div>
  15435. <div></div>
  15436. <div>+++Camera Basics+++</div>
  15437. <div>Saturday, Feb. 17th, 10:00 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  15438. <div>Ages 16+, registration required</div>
  15439. <div>The auto function on cameras is often helpful, but usually another setting will get you the image you really want. This is a beginner workshop for those using DSLR cameras. This class is limited to just five people.</div>
  15440. <div></div>
  15441. <div>+++Raptors Reign+++</div>
  15442. <div>Saturday, Feb. 24th, 1:00 &#8211; 3:00 pm</div>
  15443. <div>All ages, no registration</div>
  15444. <div>Join special guest and licensed falconer, Rodney Stotts, as he shares the power of nature through discussions and up close encounters with birds of prey. This is a drop in program. No registration required.</div>
  15445. <div></div>
  15446. <div>+++Nature Songs with Stina+++</div>
  15447. <div>Saturday, Feb. 24th, 2:45 &#8211; 3:30 pm</div>
  15448. <div>All ages, no registration</div>
  15449. <div>Parent participation required</div>
  15450. <div>Join nature troubadour Stina for an afternoon indoor campfire sing along in our auditorium. Get your groove on with fun and silly nature songs!</div>
  15451. <div></div>
  15452. <div>+++Tiny Tots: Nature and Music+++</div>
  15453. <div>Sunday, Feb. 25th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:15 am</div>
  15454. <div>Monday, Feb. 26th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:15 am</div>
  15455. <div>Ages 16-48 mos., parental participation &amp; registration required Learn about wildlife at the refuge through fun and interactive songs, stories and activities.</div>
  15456. <div></div>
  15457. <div>+++Nature Tots: Tweet Tweet+++</div>
  15458. <div>Tuesday, Feb. 27th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  15459. <div>Ages 3-4, registration required</div>
  15460. <div>Introduce your preschooler to the world of birds through stories, songs, games, and crafts in this fun, interactive program.</div>
  15461. <div></div>
  15462. <div>*HOLLINGSWORTH GALLERY*</div>
  15463. <div>January will showcase the talents of FWS and USGS staff: Abraham Lopez-Thejo, Carlyn Caldwell, Kaitlyn Baligush, Jane Chandler, Jen Chin, Jonathan Fiely, Jenn Malpass, Tim Parker, Jen Hill, and perhaps a few others. February features additional work from Kaitlyn and adds JanMichael Archer; March, Lynne Parks. Many on the refuge staff have artistic talent as well as a passion for its mission.</div>
  15464. <div></div>
  15465. <div>A few of the contributors &#8220;weighed in&#8221; with some personal background information and descriptions of the work they&#8217;ll exhibit. Carlyn Caldwell is a Veterinary Technician at the Veterinary Hospital at Patuxent. She&#8217;s worked at the refuge for 20 years in a &#8220;variety of capacities.&#8221; A member of the crane crew, she created a retirement gift for Jane Chandler (friend, colleague and crane flock manager). Jane has loaned the cross-stitch of a whooping crane back to Carlyn for the exhibit. Jenn Malpass describes migratory birds as &#8220;nature&#8217;s ambassadors.&#8221; She was bird banding at a stopover area in Alabama a few years ago when she was able to take &#8220;headshots&#8221; of &#8220;birds in hand&#8221; &#8211; truly a unique perspective we&#8217;ll enjoy seeing. Jenn has multiple degrees &#8211; including a PhD. in Fisheries and Wildlife Science from The Ohio State University. She is &#8220;uniquely positioned&#8221; to address wildlife management activity and engage those less aware of the need for wildlife conservation &#8211; like young people and city dwellers.</div>
  15466. <div></div>
  15467. <div>Kaitlyn Baligush, who will have contributed to the staff effort in January, and Jan-Michael Archer share February. Kaitlyn is a native Marylander from Catonsville who works as a recreation assistant here at Patuxent. During this month we&#8217;ll see artwork for which she&#8217;s used a variety of techniques &#8211; oil on canvas, wood, and watercolor. Kaitlyn dates her interest in art to tracing images from her middle school library&#8217;s books on how to draw. Later course work included rolling film and developing her own photos in a dark room, but oil paint remains her &#8220;go-to&#8221; medium.</div>
  15468. <div></div>
  15469. <div>Also scheduled this month is Patuxent intern, Jan-Michael Archer of Laurel.</div>
  15470. <div>Archer has an impressive and varied background &#8211; undergraduate biology degree from the University of Tampa and a master&#8217;s in interdisciplinary ecology &#8211; with a concentration in urban and regional planning from the University of Florida. He spent nine months as a graduate research assistant at the Florida Museum of Natural History in the Herpetology Department. Currently, he supervises Baltimore students pursuing degrees in life or physical sciences for the Urban Conservation and Education Internship Program. While at Patuxent, Archer has served as an environmental educator for K-12 students in Fairfax County. In this role he planted schoolyard habitat gardens and taught a program on ecological principles as well as wildlife conservation in cities.</div>
  15471. <div></div>
  15472. <div>Tim Parker</div>
  15473. <div>Education Program Coordinator</div>
  15474. <div>National Wildlife Visitor Center</div>
  15475. <div>10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop</div>
  15476. <div>Laurel, MD 20708-4027</div>
  15477. <div>o-301-497-5776</div>
  15478. <div>c-240-882-0363</div>
  15479. <div>(Days off are Sunday &amp; Monday)</div>
  15480. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/february-patuxent-events/">February Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15481. ]]></content:encoded>
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  15488. <item>
  15489. <title>The 2019 Florida Sea Base Lottery Opens Now!</title>
  15490. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now</link>
  15491. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now/#respond</comments>
  15493. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15494. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:15:46 +0000</pubDate>
  15495. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=752</guid>
  15496.  
  15497. <description><![CDATA[<p>Registration opens January 23 and closes February 13</p>
  15498. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now/">The 2019 Florida Sea Base Lottery Opens Now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15499. ]]></description>
  15500. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Registration <a href="http://www.bsaseabase.org/">opens</a> January 23 and closes February 13</div>
  15501. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now/">The 2019 Florida Sea Base Lottery Opens Now!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15502. ]]></content:encoded>
  15504. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/the-2019-florida-sea-base-lottery-opens-now/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15505. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15508. </item>
  15509. <item>
  15510. <title>VenturingFest 2018</title>
  15511. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/venturingfest-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=venturingfest-2018</link>
  15512. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/venturingfest-2018/#respond</comments>
  15514. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15515. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:31:09 +0000</pubDate>
  15516. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=748</guid>
  15517.  
  15518. <description><![CDATA[<p>VenturingFest is the place to make new friends, explore the Summit&#8217;s adventure playground, and unite with thousands of other Venturing aged youth from around the country.</p>
  15519. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/venturingfest-2018/">VenturingFest 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15520. ]]></description>
  15521. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><a href="http://www.summitbsa.org/venturingfest/">VenturingFest</a> is the place to make new friends, explore the Summit&#8217;s adventure playground, and unite with thousands of other Venturing aged youth from around the country.</div>
  15522. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/venturingfest-2018/">VenturingFest 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15523. ]]></content:encoded>
  15525. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/venturingfest-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15526. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15529. </item>
  15530. <item>
  15531. <title>Bechtel 2019 High Adventure Registration is Open</title>
  15532. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open</link>
  15533. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/#respond</comments>
  15535. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15536. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:28:37 +0000</pubDate>
  15537. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=747</guid>
  15538.  
  15539. <description><![CDATA[<p>The 2019 High Adventure registration is now open at the Summit Bechtel Reservation.</p>
  15540. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/">Bechtel 2019 High Adventure Registration is Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15541. ]]></description>
  15542. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The 2019 High Adventure registration is now <a href="http://www.summitbsa.org/programs/national-high-adventure-base/high-adventure-registration/">open</a> at the Summit Bechtel Reservation.</div>
  15543. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/">Bechtel 2019 High Adventure Registration is Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15544. ]]></content:encoded>
  15546. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bechtel-2019-high-adventure-registration-is-open/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15547. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15550. </item>
  15551. <item>
  15552. <title>Discover Sea Base!</title>
  15553. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/discover-sea-base/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=discover-sea-base</link>
  15554. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/discover-sea-base/#respond</comments>
  15556. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15557. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
  15558. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=746</guid>
  15559.  
  15560. <description><![CDATA[<p>The registration period for the 2019 Sea Base Lottery begins: January 23 at 9 AM EST and will end on February 13 at 5 PM EST.</p>
  15561. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/discover-sea-base/">Discover Sea Base!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15562. ]]></description>
  15563. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15564. <div>The registration period for the <a href="http://www.bsaseabase.org/?utm_source=WayPoints">2019 Sea Base Lottery</a> begins:</div>
  15565. <div>January 23 at 9 AM EST and will end on February 13 at 5 PM EST.</div>
  15566. </div>
  15567. <div></div>
  15568. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/discover-sea-base/">Discover Sea Base!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15569. ]]></content:encoded>
  15571. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/discover-sea-base/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15572. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  15576. <item>
  15577. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable &#8211; Leadership Appreciation Handout</title>
  15578. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout</link>
  15579. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout/#respond</comments>
  15581. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15582. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:17:27 +0000</pubDate>
  15583. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=745</guid>
  15584.  
  15585. <description><![CDATA[<p>For those who asked for a copy &#8211; I have posted the Leadership Appreciation Handout on the NCAC Website.  This comes from the 2017-2018 Cub Scout Roundtable Planning Guide. Lynn</p>
  15586. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout/">Cub Scout Roundtable &#8211; Leadership Appreciation Handout</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15587. ]]></description>
  15588. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>For those who asked for a copy &#8211; I have posted the Leadership Appreciation Handout on the <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sample-page/roundtables/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAC Website</a>.  This comes from the 2017-2018 Cub Scout Roundtable Planning Guide.</div>
  15589. <div>Lynn</div>
  15590. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout/">Cub Scout Roundtable &#8211; Leadership Appreciation Handout</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15591. ]]></content:encoded>
  15593. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-leadership-appreciation-handout/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15594. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15597. </item>
  15598. <item>
  15599. <title>Leave No Trace Trainer Course: Multiple Dates</title>
  15600. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates</link>
  15601. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates/#respond</comments>
  15603. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15604. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:16:07 +0000</pubDate>
  15605. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=744</guid>
  15606.  
  15607. <description><![CDATA[<p>April 13-15, 2018 (IWLA, Germantown, MD) April 21-22 (Camp Snyder, Haymarket VA) May 19-20 (Southern MD) What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is [&#8230;]</p>
  15608. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates/">Leave No Trace Trainer Course: Multiple Dates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15609. ]]></description>
  15610. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>April 13-15, 2018 (IWLA, Germantown, MD)</div>
  15611. <div>April 21-22 (Camp Snyder, Haymarket VA)</div>
  15612. <div>May 19-20 (Southern MD)</div>
  15613. <div></div>
  15614. <div>What is the purpose of this class? The Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout programs all include outdoor stewardship, care for the environment, and Leave No Trace as part of their programs. This course is offered to train adults and youth aged 14+ to serve their units and districts as Leave No Trace Trainers and as Outdoor Ethics Trainers.</div>
  15615. <div></div>
  15616. <div>Every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturing, and Sea Scout unit should have at least one Leave No Trace/Outdoor Ethics Trainer. This course is strongly recommend for Scouts serving, or wishing to serve, in the Troop Outdoor Ethics Guide position. Who should attend? Venturers, Sea Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Boy Scouts aged 14+; adult Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders; and District and Council leaders and trainers.</div>
  15617. <div></div>
  15618. <div>What will I learn? This course is designed to enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and outdoor ethics, and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills. This class is both active and highly interactive. You will be introduced to concepts and methods that will advance your knowledge of Leave No Trace issues in both developed and high adventure environments, expand your repertoire of low-impact skills, and increase your effectiveness in teaching these important skills to others.</div>
  15619. <div></div>
  15620. <div>The class is being offered three times this Spring in NCAC. The next offerings of this class in NCAC will be in September, 2018.</div>
  15621. <div>&#8211; Germantown, MD, April 13-15 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTTR">https://scoutingevent.com/082-LNTTR </a></div>
  15622. <div>         Questions? Contact Paul Schimke, <a href="mailto:paul@schimke.org">paul@schimke.org</a> or 301.906.0069 (c)</div>
  15623. <div>&#8211; Camp Snyder, Haymarket, VA, April 21-22, 2018 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16172">https://scoutingevent.com/082-16172</a></div>
  15624. <div>         Questions? Contact Victor Bieniek, <a href="mailto:vbieniek@gmail.com">vbieniek@gmail.com</a>, 703.855.8428 (c)</div>
  15625. <div>&#8211; Southern MD, May 19-20, 2018 <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-SouthMD">https://scoutingevent.com/082-SouthMD</a></div>
  15626. <div>          Questions? Contact Mike Strong, <a href="mailto:stronbsart@gmail.com">stronbsart@gmail.com</a> or 301.861.6568</div>
  15627. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/leave-no-trace-trainer-course-multiple-dates/">Leave No Trace Trainer Course: Multiple Dates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  15635. <item>
  15636. <title>Bull Run District Early Adopter Den Leader Specific Training: January 20</title>
  15637. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bull-run-district-early-adopter-den-leader-specific-training-january-20/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bull-run-district-early-adopter-den-leader-specific-training-january-20</link>
  15638. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bull-run-district-early-adopter-den-leader-specific-training-january-20/#respond</comments>
  15640. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15641. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2018 05:09:41 +0000</pubDate>
  15642. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=741</guid>
  15643.  
  15644. <description><![CDATA[<p>January 20 &#8211; 8:30-12:30 Marriott Dining Hall Camp William B. Snyder 6100 Antioch Rd. Haymarket, VA 20169 Course Fee: $5 Schedule: 8:30  &#8211; Registration 9:00 &#8211; 12:00 &#8211; Class Who takes training? This course is intended for those units taking part in the Early Adoption Cub Scout program, and will offer training for Den Leaders/Assistant [&#8230;]</p>
  15645. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bull-run-district-early-adopter-den-leader-specific-training-january-20/">Bull Run District Early Adopter Den Leader Specific Training: January 20</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15646. ]]></description>
  15647. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>January 20 &#8211; 8:30-12:30</div>
  15648. <div></div>
  15649. <div>Marriott Dining Hall</div>
  15650. <div>Camp William B. Snyder</div>
  15651. <div>6100 Antioch Rd.</div>
  15652. <div>Haymarket, VA 20169</div>
  15653. <div></div>
  15654. <div>Course Fee: $5</div>
  15655. <div></div>
  15656. <div>Schedule:</div>
  15657. <div>8:30  &#8211; Registration</div>
  15658. <div>9:00 &#8211; 12:00 &#8211; Class</div>
  15659. <div>Who takes training? This course is intended for those units taking part in the Early Adoption Cub Scout program, and will offer training for Den Leaders/Assistant Den Leaders, Webelos Leaders/Assistant Webelos Den Leaders (C42).</div>
  15660. <div></div>
  15661. <div>ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-earlyadoptertraining">OPEN</a>:</div>
  15662. <div></div>
  15663. <div>Questions? Please contact Rob Hoitt, at <a href="mailto:advisor@crew617.org">advisor@crew617.org</a>.</div>
  15664. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bull-run-district-early-adopter-den-leader-specific-training-january-20/">Bull Run District Early Adopter Den Leader Specific Training: January 20</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15665. ]]></content:encoded>
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  15668. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15671. </item>
  15672. <item>
  15673. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: January 11</title>
  15674. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-january-11</link>
  15675. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-11/#respond</comments>
  15677. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15678. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 04:13:38 +0000</pubDate>
  15679. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=739</guid>
  15680.  
  15681. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Cub Scout Roundtable will be on Thursday, January 11th, at 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church.  Experienced Scouters and New Leaders are welcome to join us.  We welcome Pack Leaders, Den Leaders, Committee Members, and interested parents. Over the next couple months, the Cub Scout Roundtable will be your go-to source for [&#8230;]</p>
  15682. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-11/">Cub Scout Roundtable: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15683. ]]></description>
  15684. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15685. <div>The Cub Scout Roundtable will be on Thursday, January 11th, at 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church.  Experienced Scouters and New Leaders are welcome to join us.  We welcome Pack Leaders, Den Leaders, Committee Members, and interested parents.</div>
  15686. <div></div>
  15687. <div>Over the next couple months, the Cub Scout Roundtable will be your go-to source for the latest details and implementation plans for the family Scouting program and a place to seek answers to questions you may have.  Please join us to make sure you are up to date on the latest information.  Roundtable is also a great place to learn about the many district events coming up this spring.</div>
  15688. <div></div>
  15689. <div>The January Roundtable will help our leaders prepare for their February meetings focusing on the Scout Law point of &#8220;Cheerful&#8221; and a theme of &#8220;Abracadabra!&#8221;  We look forward to seeing you.</div>
  15690. </div>
  15691. <div>Alex Pranger</div>
  15692. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-11/">Cub Scout Roundtable: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15693. ]]></content:encoded>
  15695. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-january-11/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15696. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15699. </item>
  15700. <item>
  15701. <title>ATTN ALL UNITS &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN INS</title>
  15702. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins</link>
  15703. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins/#respond</comments>
  15705. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15706. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:41:33 +0000</pubDate>
  15707. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=738</guid>
  15708.  
  15709. <description><![CDATA[<p>EVERYBODY WHO IS LEFT OUT THERE needs to make one of these dates 1.  Office Hours with DE Ben at NCAC &#8211;   Thurs 4 January &#8211; 1 to 4 PM 2. Roundtable Early Start for Turn In &#8211; Thurs 11 January &#8211; 6:30 PM at LDS Mont Village Please bring signed Charter Org Agreement, Check, [&#8230;]</p>
  15710. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins/">ATTN ALL UNITS &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN INS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15711. ]]></description>
  15712. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>EVERYBODY WHO IS LEFT OUT THERE needs to make one of these dates</div>
  15713. <div></div>
  15714. <div>1.  Office Hours with DE Ben at NCAC &#8211;   Thurs 4 January &#8211; 1 to 4 PM</div>
  15715. <div>2. Roundtable Early Start for Turn In &#8211; Thurs 11 January &#8211; 6:30 PM at LDS Mont Village</div>
  15716. <div></div>
  15717. <div>Please bring signed Charter Org Agreement, Check, Printout and your filled out JTE.</div>
  15718. <div>YIDS</div>
  15719. <div>Commish</div>
  15720. <div>Gordon Henley</div>
  15721. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins/">ATTN ALL UNITS &#8211; NEXT RECHARTER TURN INS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15722. ]]></content:encoded>
  15724. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/attn-all-units-next-recharter-turn-ins/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15725. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15728. </item>
  15729. <item>
  15730. <title>2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</title>
  15731. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2</link>
  15732. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2/#respond</comments>
  15734. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15735. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:38:35 +0000</pubDate>
  15736. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=737</guid>
  15737.  
  15738. <description><![CDATA[<p>At this time, we need to get units scheduled for their Friends of Scouting presentations for 2018.  Seneca district is behind in getting our presentations scheduled.   Please email the following information to phil@dennis-family.org Unit: Contact Name Contact Email: Contact Phone: Date of FoS Presentation: Time of FoS Presentation: Location of FoS Presentation: Unit Webelos Transition Contact Thanks [&#8230;]</p>
  15739. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2/">2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15740. ]]></description>
  15741. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15742. <div>At this time, we need to get units scheduled for their Friends of Scouting presentations for 2018.  Seneca district is behind in getting our presentations scheduled.   Please email the following information to <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phil@dennis-family.org</a></div>
  15743. <div></div>
  15744. <div>Unit:</div>
  15745. <div>Contact Name</div>
  15746. <div>Contact Email:</div>
  15747. <div>Contact Phone:</div>
  15748. <div>Date of FoS Presentation:</div>
  15749. <div>Time of FoS Presentation:</div>
  15750. <div>Location of FoS Presentation:</div>
  15751. <div>Unit Webelos Transition Contact</div>
  15752. <div></div>
  15753. <div>Thanks for all that you do.</div>
  15754. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</div>
  15755. </div>
  15756. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2/">2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15757. ]]></content:encoded>
  15759. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15760. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15763. </item>
  15764. <item>
  15765. <title>Boy Scout Round Table: January 11</title>
  15766. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-january-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-round-table-january-11</link>
  15767. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-january-11/#respond</comments>
  15769. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15770. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:36:43 +0000</pubDate>
  15771. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=736</guid>
  15772.  
  15773. <description><![CDATA[<p>We will have a presentation on lightweight backpacking at this months round table.  Please feel free to bring your older youth along as well to this discussion as we are hoping they will be interested too.</p>
  15774. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-january-11/">Boy Scout Round Table: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15775. ]]></description>
  15776. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>We will have a presentation on lightweight backpacking at this months round table.  Please feel free to bring your older youth along as well to this discussion as we are hoping they will be interested too.</div>
  15777. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-january-11/">Boy Scout Round Table: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15778. ]]></content:encoded>
  15780. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-round-table-january-11/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15781. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15784. </item>
  15785. <item>
  15786. <title>Northern Tier 2019 Registration is Open</title>
  15787. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open</link>
  15788. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open/#respond</comments>
  15790. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15791. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:35:12 +0000</pubDate>
  15792. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=735</guid>
  15793.  
  15794. <description><![CDATA[<p>2019 Lottery Entries for Northern Tier Wilderness Canoe Trips and Okpik Programs can be submitted online between 9:00 AM CST Tuesday January 2nd 2018 and 11:59 PM CST Tuesday January 9th 2018.</p>
  15795. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open/">Northern Tier 2019 Registration is Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15796. ]]></description>
  15797. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>2019 Lottery Entries for Northern Tier Wilderness Canoe Trips and Okpik Programs can be <a href="http://www.ntier.org/reservations.aspx?">submitted online</a> between 9:00 AM CST Tuesday January 2nd 2018 and 11:59 PM CST Tuesday January 9th 2018.</div>
  15798. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open/">Northern Tier 2019 Registration is Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15799. ]]></content:encoded>
  15801. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/northern-tier-2019-registration-is-open/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15802. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15805. </item>
  15806. <item>
  15807. <title>Webelos Invitational at Potomac Klondike: January 27, 2018</title>
  15808. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018</link>
  15809. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018/#respond</comments>
  15811. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15812. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 03:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
  15813. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=727</guid>
  15814.  
  15815. <description><![CDATA[<p>Saturday, January 27th 1 &#8211; 4 pm Information and Registration Link: Chairman:  Rachel Krishnan, klondikederby@gmail.com</p>
  15816. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018/">Webelos Invitational at Potomac Klondike: January 27, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15817. ]]></description>
  15818. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Saturday, January 27th 1 &#8211; 4 pm</div>
  15819. <div></div>
  15820. <div>Information and Registration <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-17144">Link</a>:</div>
  15821. <div>Chairman:  Rachel Krishnan, <a href="mailto:klondikederby@gmail.com">klondikederby@gmail.com</a></div>
  15822. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018/">Webelos Invitational at Potomac Klondike: January 27, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15823. ]]></content:encoded>
  15825. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/webelos-invitational-at-klondike-january-27-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15826. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15829. </item>
  15830. <item>
  15831. <title>Sea Scout Ship 125:</title>
  15832. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-125/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=sea-scout-ship-125</link>
  15833. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-125/#respond</comments>
  15835. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15836. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 03:35:12 +0000</pubDate>
  15837. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=726</guid>
  15838.  
  15839. <description><![CDATA[<p>On Saturday, January 13, 2018, Germantown&#8217;s Sea Scout Ship 125 will be co-sponsoring Quarterdeck/Introduction to Leadership Skills for Ships (ILSS) training with other Ships in the National Capital and Baltimore Area Councils.  This training is a prerequisite for Sea Scouts hoping to participate in Sea Scout SEAL training and/or National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). &#160; AS A [&#8230;]</p>
  15840. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-125/">Sea Scout Ship 125:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15841. ]]></description>
  15842. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15843. <div>On Saturday, January 13, 2018, Germantown&#8217;s Sea Scout Ship 125 will be co-sponsoring <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2017/12/27/introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018/">Quarterdeck/Introduction to Leadership Skills for Ships (ILSS) training</a> with other Ships in the National Capital and Baltimore Area Councils.  This training is a prerequisite for Sea Scouts hoping to participate in Sea Scout SEAL training and/or National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT).</div>
  15844. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15845. <div>AS A SPECIAL TREAT, this training will be conducted aboard the NS Savannah, the first nuclear-powered merchant ship! Read more about the venue at  <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NS_Savannah">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NS_Savannah</a>.</div>
  15846. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15847. <div>Not yet a Sea Scout?  Then don&#8217;t waste any time!  Submit your application today!</div>
  15848. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15849. <div>Sea Scout Ship 125 is looking to fill several youth leadership positions and to introduce more Scouts to sailing. We meet Sunday evenings at the Greenfield Lighthouse in Germantown, and are just beginning our winter sail training program for new sailors.</div>
  15850. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15851. <div>Ship 125 has boats, ranging from a Sunfish daysailer and a trailerable trimaran to  27&#8242; and 30&#8242; sailing yachts with overnight accommodations.  We can teach small craft sailing and other skills to help Scouts earn merit badges, or we can help a troop organize a sailing adventure, fishing trip, or other activity on the water.  We offer an opportunity to bring more variety to your troop&#8217;s programming.</div>
  15852. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15853. <div>Members of Ship 125 are  happy to meet with Boy Scout units and explain what Sea Scouting has to offer them. For more information, contact Paula Sind-Prunier, Skipper, at <a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a>.</div>
  15854. </div>
  15855. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15856. <p>Informational <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/GetNautical.pdf">Flyer</a><br />
  15857. <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/Winter-Sea-Scout-Recruiting.pdf">Winter Sea Scout Recruiting</a></p>
  15858. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-125/">Sea Scout Ship 125:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15859. ]]></content:encoded>
  15861. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/sea-scout-ship-125/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15862. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15865. </item>
  15866. <item>
  15867. <title>CPR/AED &#038; First Aid Certification: February 4, 2018</title>
  15868. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018</link>
  15869. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018/#respond</comments>
  15871. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15872. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 03:25:22 +0000</pubDate>
  15873. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=724</guid>
  15874.  
  15875. <description><![CDATA[<p>Adult + Infant FA/CPR w/CPR &#38; AED Sunday, Feb. 4, 2017 1:00-6:30 p.m. &#160; &#8230;Additional courses &#38; dates by request Adult First Aid w/CPR &#38; AED Wilderness &#38; Remote First Aid* Remote Afloat First-Aid Training (RAFT) w/ WRFA* &#160; COST** $30 Adult FA/CPR $35 Adult/Infant FA/CPR $85 WRFA &#38; RAFT &#160; Be Prepared! Get Trained! [&#8230;]</p>
  15876. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018/">CPR/AED &amp; First Aid Certification: February 4, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15877. ]]></description>
  15878. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div></div>
  15879. <div>
  15880. <div>Adult + Infant FA/CPR w/CPR &amp; AED</div>
  15881. <div>Sunday, Feb. 4, 2017 1:00-6:30 p.m.</div>
  15882. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15883. </div>
  15884. <div>&#8230;Additional courses &amp; dates by request</div>
  15885. <div>
  15886. <div>Adult First Aid w/CPR &amp; AED</div>
  15887. <div>Wilderness &amp; Remote First Aid*</div>
  15888. <div>Remote Afloat First-Aid Training (RAFT) w/ WRFA*</div>
  15889. </div>
  15890. <div>
  15891. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15892. <div>COST**</div>
  15893. </div>
  15894. <div>
  15895. <div>$30 Adult FA/CPR</div>
  15896. <div>$35 Adult/Infant FA/CPR</div>
  15897. <div>$85 WRFA &amp; RAFT</div>
  15898. </div>
  15899. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15900. <div>Be Prepared! Get Trained!</div>
  15901. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15902. <div>
  15903. <div>TO REGISTER</div>
  15904. <div>E-mail preferred date(s) and names/number of participants to: <a href="mailto:keeper@21uslhs.org">keeper@21uslhs.org</a></div>
  15905. <div>** Proof of current BSA affiliation required for these heavily discounted fees</div>
  15906. </div>
  15907. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  15908. <div>Flyer available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/ARC-Event-Flyer.pdf">here</a>.</div>
  15909. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018/">CPR/AED &amp; First Aid Certification: February 4, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15910. ]]></content:encoded>
  15912. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-february-4-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15913. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15916. </item>
  15917. <item>
  15918. <title>Learn to Talk Like a Sailor!: January 7, 2018</title>
  15919. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018</link>
  15920. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018/#respond</comments>
  15922. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15923. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 02:46:50 +0000</pubDate>
  15924. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=722</guid>
  15925.  
  15926. <description><![CDATA[<p>Do you know the difference between a sheet, a boom vang, a cleat, a leech, and a galley? Here’s your chance to get a clew! Calling all Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and friends or siblings at least 12 years old&#8230; Come spend a fun evening with the Sea Scouts and learn a little about sailing. [&#8230;]</p>
  15927. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018/">Learn to Talk Like a Sailor!: January 7, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15928. ]]></description>
  15929. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  15930. <div>Do you know the difference between a sheet, a boom vang, a cleat, a leech, and a galley? Here’s your chance to get a clew!</div>
  15931. <div></div>
  15932. <div>Calling all Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and friends or siblings at least</div>
  15933. <div>12 years old&#8230; Come spend a fun evening with the Sea Scouts and learn a little about sailing. Information about earning the Small Craft Sailing merit badge will be available—and by the end of the evening, you may even have completed 2 requirements! Learn about upcoming opportunities to complete the merit badge before summer, and other sailing opportunities—or just come out for one night of fun!</div>
  15934. <div></div>
  15935. <div>Sunday, January 7, 2018 6:30 &#8211; 8:00 p.m.</div>
  15936. <div></div>
  15937. <div>Greenfield Lighthouse &#8211; Major Dr. &amp; Greenfield Rd., Germantown</div>
  15938. <div><b>FREE</b> – But space is limited, so pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, contact <a href="mailto:skipper@ship125.org">skipper@ship125.org</a></div>
  15939. <div></div>
  15940. <div>This is a fun night to learn a little about sailing. Information about Sea Scouting will be available and what the program can offer Troops and individual Scouts—but there is no obligation to join. Sea Scouting is a co-ed program of the Boy Scouts of America for youth ages 13-20.</div>
  15941. </div>
  15942. <div></div>
  15943. <div>Flyer is available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/Learn-to-Talk-like-a-Sailor.pdf">here</a>.</div>
  15944. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018/">Learn to Talk Like a Sailor!: January 7, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15945. ]]></content:encoded>
  15947. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/learn-to-talk-like-a-sailer-january-7-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  15948. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15951. </item>
  15952. <item>
  15953. <title>Introduction to Leadership Skills for Ships (ILSS): January 13, 2018</title>
  15954. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018</link>
  15955. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018/#respond</comments>
  15957. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15958. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 02:42:40 +0000</pubDate>
  15959. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=720</guid>
  15960.  
  15961. <description><![CDATA[<p>ILSS is the first course in BSA leadership training. This fun-filled course fulfills a Sea Scout advancement requirement and is a prerequisite for Sea Scouts hoping to attend BSA’s National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT), Sea Scout SEAL Training, and other advanced leadership training opportunities. Several units in the Baltimore and National Capital Area Councils are [&#8230;]</p>
  15962. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018/">Introduction to Leadership Skills for Ships (ILSS): January 13, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15963. ]]></description>
  15964. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>ILSS is the first course in BSA leadership training. This fun-filled course fulfills a Sea Scout advancement requirement and is a prerequisite for Sea Scouts hoping to attend BSA’s National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT), Sea Scout SEAL Training, and other advanced leadership training opportunities. Several units in the Baltimore and National Capital Area Councils are co-sponsoring this event.</div>
  15965. <div>
  15966. <div></div>
  15967. <div>As a special treat—this course will be conducted in Baltimore aboard the NS SAVANNAH, the first nuclear-powered merchant vessel. The NS SAVANNAH is not open to the general public, so this is a unique opportunity for Sea Scouts to step aboard an icon in the United States’ maritime history as they have fun and work as a team while learning fundamental leadership skills.</div>
  15968. <div></div>
  15969. <div>There is no cost&#8230; and the 21st Century United States Light House Service will provide pizza and sodas for lunch. Space is limited, so registration is required:</div>
  15970. <div><a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e4daea62ba1f58-ilssquarterdeck">http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0e4daea62ba1f58-ilssquarterdeck</a></div>
  15971. </div>
  15972. <div></div>
  15973. <div>
  15974. <div>Flyer is available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/NS-Savannah.pdf">here</a>.</div>
  15975. </div>
  15976. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/introduction-to-leadership-skills-for-ships-ilss-january-13-2018/">Introduction to Leadership Skills for Ships (ILSS): January 13, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15977. ]]></content:encoded>
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  15980. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  15983. </item>
  15984. <item>
  15985. <title>2018 University of Scouting: February 24</title>
  15986. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-university-of-scouting-february-24</link>
  15987. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24/#respond</comments>
  15989. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  15990. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 02:36:52 +0000</pubDate>
  15991. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=719</guid>
  15992.  
  15993. <description><![CDATA[<p>Registration is open for the 2018 University of Scouting Full details, course offerings and registration are available here.  This promises to be the best UoS ever with almost 190 different courses being offered, many for the first time.</p>
  15994. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24/">2018 University of Scouting: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  15995. ]]></description>
  15996. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Registration is open for the 2018 University of Scouting</div>
  15997. <div></div>
  15998. <div>Full details, course offerings and registration are available <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/uos">here</a>.  This promises to be the best UoS ever with almost 190 different courses being offered, many for the first time.</div>
  15999. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-university-of-scouting-february-24/">2018 University of Scouting: February 24</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16000. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16006. </item>
  16007. <item>
  16008. <title>January Roundtable &#8211; New Information on Family Scouting: January 11</title>
  16009. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-roundtable-new-information-on-family-scouting-january-11/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=january-roundtable-new-information-on-family-scouting-january-11</link>
  16010. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-roundtable-new-information-on-family-scouting-january-11/#respond</comments>
  16012. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16013. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:23:24 +0000</pubDate>
  16014. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=718</guid>
  16015.  
  16016. <description><![CDATA[<p>ATTN ALL CUB SCOUT UNITS &#8211; NEW INFO ON FAMILY SCOUTING. Bring your questions and discussion to RT in January Cub Scout Early Adopter Family Program (Part I) This is a coordinated communication from the National Commissioner Service Team, BSA’s National Director of Communications and Ass’t Chief Scout Executive Patrick Sterrett. In advance I apologize [&#8230;]</p>
  16017. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-roundtable-new-information-on-family-scouting-january-11/">January Roundtable &#8211; New Information on Family Scouting: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16018. ]]></description>
  16019. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16020. <div dir="ltr">
  16021. <div>
  16022. <div><b>ATTN ALL CUB SCOUT UNITS &#8211; NEW INFO ON FAMILY SCOUTING</b>. Bring your questions and discussion to RT in January</div>
  16023. <div></div>
  16024. <div>Cub Scout Early Adopter Family Program (Part I)</div>
  16025. <div></div>
  16026. <div>This is a coordinated communication from the National Commissioner Service Team, BSA’s National Director of Communications and Ass’t Chief Scout Executive Patrick Sterrett. In advance I apologize for the length of this post.</div>
  16027. <div></div>
  16028. <div>Paramount to this process to properly serve “Early Adopter” Family Program Cub Scout units, the commissioners involved at ALL levels (from Council Commissioner to Unit Commissioner) need to be proactively engaged. If you have questions about what is happening in YOUR area of responsibility, ask the next commissioner in your “chain-of-command.”</div>
  16029. <div></div>
  16030. <div>The following are the Key “take-aways” from the December 14 Family Program Soft Launch <a href="https://livestream.com/bsa/nationalcouncil/videos/167216449">Livestream presentation</a>:</div>
  16031. <div>• Soft Launch “Early Adopter” program &#8211; as soon as January 15, 2018</div>
  16032. <div>&#8211; Only for K-4 (Lions through Webelos I)</div>
  16033. <div>&#8211; Full Cub Scout Family Program rollout for the 2018-19 school year &#8211; exact dates set by local councils</div>
  16034. <div>&#8211; Six requirements</div>
  16035. </div>
  16036. </div>
  16037. </div>
  16038. <blockquote>
  16039. <div>
  16040. <div dir="ltr">
  16041. <div></div>
  16042. </div>
  16043. </div>
  16044. </blockquote>
  16045. <blockquote>
  16046. <div>
  16047. <div dir="ltr">
  16048. <div>
  16049. <div></div>
  16050. </div>
  16051. </div>
  16052. </div>
  16053. </blockquote>
  16054. <div>
  16055. <div dir="ltr">
  16056. <div>
  16057. <div>1. Council decides whether they want to participate in Early Adopter Program</div>
  16058. <div>    • Invitational e-mail package sent to all Scout Execs 12/14</div>
  16059. <div>    • To opt in: Scout Exe replies with council name and number</div>
  16060. <div>2. Council approves the pack is in good standing and has the capacity (Leadership, facilities, etc.) to participate</div>
  16061. <div>    • Councils may create additional requirements for packs to participate</div>
  16062. </div>
  16063. </div>
  16064. </div>
  16065. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-roundtable-new-information-on-family-scouting-january-11/">January Roundtable &#8211; New Information on Family Scouting: January 11</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16066. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16072. </item>
  16073. <item>
  16074. <title>Lowes Pinewood Derby Workshop: February 3, 2018</title>
  16075. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018</link>
  16076. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018/#respond</comments>
  16078. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16079. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:06:39 +0000</pubDate>
  16080. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=717</guid>
  16081.  
  16082. <description><![CDATA[<p>Just found another option for a Pinewood Derby Workshop &#8211; at the local Lowes on Market St in Kentlands.  The site also lists other locations/dates if the first doesn&#8217;t work. Details and Registration here</p>
  16083. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018/">Lowes Pinewood Derby Workshop: February 3, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16084. ]]></description>
  16085. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Just found another option for a Pinewood Derby Workshop &#8211; at the local Lowes on Market St in Kentlands.  The site also lists other locations/dates if the first doesn&#8217;t work.</div>
  16086. <div></div>
  16087. <div>Details and Registration <a href="https://allevents.in/gaithersburg/pinewood-derby-days/269932433410805">here</a></div>
  16088. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018/">Lowes Pinewood Derby Workshop: February 3, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16089. ]]></content:encoded>
  16091. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lowes-pinewood-derby-workshop-february-3-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  16095. </item>
  16096. <item>
  16097. <title>2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</title>
  16098. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign</link>
  16099. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign/#respond</comments>
  16101. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16102. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:01:31 +0000</pubDate>
  16103. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=716</guid>
  16104.  
  16105. <description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s time to kick off our 2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign.  This past year was quite successful and we look forward to an even better year in 2018.  At this time, we need to get units scheduled for their Friends of Scouting presentations for 2018.  Seneca district is behind in getting our presentations scheduled.  Please [&#8230;]</p>
  16106. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign/">2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16107. ]]></description>
  16108. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16109. <div>It&#8217;s time to kick off our 2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign.  This past year was quite successful and we look forward to an even better year in 2018.  At this time, we need to get units scheduled for their Friends of Scouting presentations for 2018.  Seneca district is behind in getting our presentations scheduled.  Please email the following information to <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a></div>
  16110. <div></div>
  16111. <div>Unit:</div>
  16112. <div>Contact Name</div>
  16113. <div>Contact Email:</div>
  16114. <div>Contact Phone:</div>
  16115. <div>Date of FoS Presentation:</div>
  16116. <div>Time of FoS Presentation:</div>
  16117. <div>Location of FoS Presentation:</div>
  16118. <div>Unit Webelos Transition Contnact</div>
  16119. <div></div>
  16120. <div>Thanks for all that you do.</div>
  16121. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Friends of Scouting Chairman)</div>
  16122. </div>
  16123. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign/">2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16124. ]]></content:encoded>
  16126. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/2018-friends-of-scouting-campaign/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  16130. </item>
  16131. <item>
  16132. <title>NCAC Jewish Committee Events in January</title>
  16133. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january</link>
  16134. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january/#respond</comments>
  16136. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16137. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 03:56:49 +0000</pubDate>
  16138. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=710</guid>
  16139.  
  16140. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our council&#8217;s Jewish Committee on Scouting has three great events scheduled for next month, and I am seeking your help in getting the word out to your scout units. Attached to this message are flyers for the events:   &#8211; Merit Badge Fair, 7 Jan 2018, for Boy Scouts and Venturers   &#8211; Red Cross [&#8230;]</p>
  16141. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january/">NCAC Jewish Committee Events in January</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16142. ]]></description>
  16143. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16144. <div>Our council&#8217;s Jewish Committee on Scouting has three great events scheduled for next month, and I am seeking your help in getting the word out to your scout units. Attached to this message are flyers for the events:</div>
  16145. <div></div>
  16146. <div>  &#8211; <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/2018-JCoS-Merit-Badge-Fair-110317.doc">Merit Badge Fair</a>, 7 Jan 2018, for Boy Scouts and Venturers</div>
  16147. <div>  &#8211; <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/2018-JCoS-First-Aid-CPR-AED-Flyer-Jan-2018.doc">Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certification</a>, 14-15 Jan 2018, for those attending BSA high adventure programs</div>
  16148. <div>  &#8211; <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/12/2018-Tu-BShevat-110317.doc">Tu B&#8217;Shevat Seder</a> (Like our American Arbor Day celebration), 28 Jan 2018, primarily for Cub Scout and younger Boy Scouts.</div>
  16149. <div></div>
  16150. <div>Please let me know if you have any questions.</div>
  16151. <div></div>
  16152. <div>Philip Sternberg</div>
  16153. <div>Program Chair</div>
  16154. <div>NCAC Jewish Committee on Scouting</div>
  16155. <div></div>
  16156. <div>Also note, check out a link about the merit badge fair on our council web site:</div>
  16157. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/council-committees/membership/relationships/jewish/events/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/council-committees/membership/relationships/jewish/events/</a></div>
  16158. </div>
  16159. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january/">NCAC Jewish Committee Events in January</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16160. ]]></content:encoded>
  16162. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-jewish-committee-events-in-january/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
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  16166. </item>
  16167. <item>
  16168. <title>Christmas Bird Count . . . </title>
  16169. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/christmas-bird-count/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=christmas-bird-count</link>
  16170. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/christmas-bird-count/#respond</comments>
  16172. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16173. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 03:54:30 +0000</pubDate>
  16174. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=709</guid>
  16175.  
  16176. <description><![CDATA[<p>Audubon&#8217;s 118th Christmas Bird Count will be conducted this coming season, with all counts held between the dates of Thursday, December 14, 2017 through Friday, January 5, 2018. If you&#8217;re interested in participating this season, check out the map to find a count near you. All Christmas Bird Counts are conducted between December 14 to [&#8230;]</p>
  16177. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/christmas-bird-count/">Christmas Bird Count . . . </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16178. ]]></description>
  16179. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Audubon&#8217;s 118th Christmas Bird Count will be conducted this coming season, with all counts held between the dates of Thursday, December 14, 2017 through Friday, January 5, 2018.</div>
  16180. <div></div>
  16181. <div>If you&#8217;re interested in participating this season, check out the map to find a count near you.</div>
  16182. <div></div>
  16183. <div>All Christmas Bird Counts are conducted between December 14 to January 5, inclusive dates, each season. Your local count will occur on one day between those dates. Participate in as many counts as you wish!</div>
  16184. <div></div>
  16185. <div>Ornithologically speaking,  Bird Study Merit Badge?  Environmentally speaking,  Hornaday Award?   Another excuse to go take a hike?  YES !!</div>
  16186. <div></div>
  16187. <div><a href="http://www.audubon.org/join-christmas-bird-count">http://www.audubon.org/join-christmas-bird-count</a></div>
  16188. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/christmas-bird-count/">Christmas Bird Count . . . </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16189. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16196. <item>
  16197. <title>Annual Pinewood Derby Workshop: January 20, 2018</title>
  16198. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-pinewood-derby-workshop-january-20-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=annual-pinewood-derby-workshop-january-20-2018</link>
  16199. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-pinewood-derby-workshop-january-20-2018/#respond</comments>
  16201. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16202. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 03:50:00 +0000</pubDate>
  16203. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=708</guid>
  16204.  
  16205. <description><![CDATA[<p>WHO: To all Cub Scout Leaders WHAT: Annual Pinewood Derby Workshop WHERE: Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 9200 Kentsdale Dr Potomac, MD 20854 HOST: Hosted by Troop and Pack 706 WHEN: Saturday, January 20, 2018 WHY: This is an opportunity to complete the major tasks of designing and building your cars. We provide a [&#8230;]</p>
  16206. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-pinewood-derby-workshop-january-20-2018/">Annual Pinewood Derby Workshop: January 20, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16207. ]]></description>
  16208. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>WHO: To all Cub Scout Leaders</div>
  16209. <div>WHAT: Annual Pinewood Derby Workshop</div>
  16210. <div>WHERE: Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church</div>
  16211. <div>9200 Kentsdale Dr</div>
  16212. <div>Potomac, MD 20854</div>
  16213. <div>HOST: Hosted by Troop and Pack 706</div>
  16214. <div>WHEN: Saturday, January 20, 2018</div>
  16215. <div></div>
  16216. <div>WHY: This is an opportunity to complete the major tasks of designing and building your cars. We provide a woodworking shop with work stations staffed by experienced volunteers:</div>
  16217. <div>&#8211; safety briefing with building do’s and don’ts.  Eye and ear protection is provided.</div>
  16218. <div>&#8211; car design station with various templates provided</div>
  16219. <div>&#8211; basic shape cutting station using multiple band saws</div>
  16220. <div>&#8211; powers sanding station with multiple bench sanders</div>
  16221. <div>&#8211; drill station with drill presses rigged to drill holes to insert lead weights (provided)</div>
  16222. <div>&#8211; weigh station with precision scales to get to the critical 5 ounces</div>
  16223. <div>&#8211; two powerful dust control systems keep the air clean of saw dust</div>
  16224. <div></div>
  16225. <div>COST: $15 per car!  We will announce a link how to pre-pay online soon!</div>
  16226. <div>REGISTER: Pack must register via email to <a href="mailto:rfairbanks@precisionimagingllc.com">rfairbanks@precisionimagingllc.com</a>. Time slots are every 20 minutes beginning 8am to 5pm.  Please also estimate the number of cars from your Pack.</div>
  16227. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/annual-pinewood-derby-workshop-january-20-2018/">Annual Pinewood Derby Workshop: January 20, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16228. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16234. </item>
  16235. <item>
  16236. <title>Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</title>
  16237. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21-2</link>
  16238. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21-2/#respond</comments>
  16240. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16241. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 03:47:39 +0000</pubDate>
  16242. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=707</guid>
  16243.  
  16244. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention All Units First Recharter Turn in Date Will Be December 14th, 6:30 PM at LDS MV at 20020 Montgomery Village Avenue,Montgomery Village. WE NEED YOUR Applications NOW &#8211; going for GOLD District and we can do it. About 70 apps to go!! Please bring to Roundtable at LDS MV on THURSDAY Team on hand to [&#8230;]</p>
  16245. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21-2/">Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16246. ]]></description>
  16247. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16248. <div dir="ltr">
  16249. <div>
  16250. <div>
  16251. <div>Attention All Units</div>
  16252. <div><b>First Recharter Turn in Date Will Be December 14th</b>, 6:30 PM at LDS MV at 20020 Montgomery Village Avenue,Montgomery Village.</div>
  16253. <div></div>
  16254. </div>
  16255. </div>
  16256. </div>
  16257. </div>
  16258. <blockquote>
  16259. <div>
  16260. <div>
  16261. <div>
  16262. <div>
  16263. <div>
  16264. <div><b>WE NEED YOUR Applications NOW</b> &#8211; going for GOLD District and we can do it. About 70 apps to go!!</div>
  16265. </div>
  16266. </div>
  16267. </div>
  16268. </div>
  16269. </div>
  16270. <div></div>
  16271. <div>
  16272. <div>
  16273. <div>
  16274. <div>
  16275. <div>Please bring to Roundtable at LDS MV on THURSDAY</div>
  16276. </div>
  16277. </div>
  16278. </div>
  16279. </div>
  16280. <div></div>
  16281. <div>
  16282. <div>
  16283. <div>
  16284. <div>
  16285. <div>Team on hand to help with apps and packets after 6:30<span style="font-size: 16px;"> </span></div>
  16286. </div>
  16287. </div>
  16288. </div>
  16289. </div>
  16290. </blockquote>
  16291. <div>
  16292. <div dir="ltr">
  16293. <div>
  16294. <div><b>Second Date will be same location, December 21st</b> at 6 PM, before or during the District Business Meeting and Holiday Dinner.</div>
  16295. <div></div>
  16296. <div>Please be sure your Check (unless you paid online), Charter Org Form and JTE Scorecard filled out and signed are included.</div>
  16297. <div></div>
  16298. <div>If you need a date outside of these times, call and turn in to your UC after review next two weeks or so.  Everybody should be in and at least logged in and roster downloaded by now. Those 45 or so units that are not PLEASE GET UNDERWAY.</div>
  16299. <div></div>
  16300. <div>See links below.</div>
  16301. <div></div>
  16302. <div>Please plan to finish, review with your UC and submit by the end  of DECEMBER.</div>
  16303. <div>YIDS and Happy Holidays</div>
  16304. <div>Commish and your UC Team</div>
  16305. <div></div>
  16306. <div>Charter Org Agreement Form is <a href="https://www.scouting.org/filestore/membership/pdf/524-182_web.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></div>
  16307. <div></div>
  16308. </div>
  16309. </div>
  16310. </div>
  16311. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21-2/">Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  16318. </item>
  16319. <item>
  16320. <title>January Patuxent Events</title>
  16321. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-patuxent-events/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=january-patuxent-events</link>
  16322. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-patuxent-events/#respond</comments>
  16324. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16325. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 03:35:36 +0000</pubDate>
  16326. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=706</guid>
  16327.  
  16328. <description><![CDATA[<p>A note from Jennifer Hill at Fish and Wildlife: Below you will find our programs for January. &#8230; You may also view the programs on our programs page. https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Patuxent/visit/PublicPrograms.html &#160; *REGISTRATION* Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject [&#8230;]</p>
  16329. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-patuxent-events/">January Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16330. ]]></description>
  16331. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>A note from Jennifer Hill at Fish and Wildlife:</div>
  16332. <div>Below you will find our programs for January. &#8230; You may<br />
  16333. also view the programs on our programs page.<br />
  16334. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ww9284mn-CWjJ8GGT4wLwPCZP8-7O8WRFgOpuopExlihagA_HguKda8yxnSIyF8i6tGIy_TS3TXfESYi5TPuOnvXNHAKRzC20oRGxvIBokVznqxKIaGaxJoysPNPNFvHdHjN6tYCtRqVL7vgH2bPpwHga1HBgmYYAoaavT8xidnTeGNB7BiSW5AwuKa7ARyKfvumlt2su9VQl1nO0qlhKWbLfLYf7j6Hp0pfYBza9q3us6tjUpLaDaeH9q-3masMXIP9FCsvwWI_0ry8PFT0CihUCYP4JUmZUcH8W4vPON4Om60jWPlgU7nKvZ51v-jMQVTCCOGQfhaH4YCWwfRu7cL32xEpiwQ14cFgmKFG7hibsjjTNbnkjVWnePIklWh7BjIyCydh0tZvDZ5l91gAhppdSwVYFoqko-lryW1Zph4txfwm9l7y0tB_KquXRxWqRUZd7ypAEchGfx9EvXuhlQ==&amp;c=u4ryV-pFSHv6Qx79r5iRL7wWn5s9FIst4-S70LCdvenKuM9pyD1PhQ==&amp;ch=MNV6b7ePYawrhzDAggXrJVYneuJ_bHEFXhG9XvphRCoDQMvDYS8Fag==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Patuxent/visit/PublicPrograms.html</a></div>
  16335. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  16336. <div>*REGISTRATION*</p>
  16337. <p>Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are<br />
  16338. greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling<br />
  16339. 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to changes or cancellation due to<br />
  16340. weather or low participation. Please notify the refuge of any special needs<br />
  16341. so that you may be accommodated. <a href="http://www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent">www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent</a></p>
  16342. <p>*NORTH TRACT PROGRAMS*<br />
  16343. *230 Bald Eagle Drive*<br />
  16344. *Laurel, MD 20724*</p>
  16345. <p>+++Sketching the Seasons: Winter+++<br />
  16346. Sunday, Jan. 14th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:30 pm<br />
  16347. Ages 14+, registration required<br />
  16348. Join a ranger for a hike and to sketch your observations of the refuge<br />
  16349. during winter. Dress for the weather. Bring a sketchbook if you have one.</p>
  16350. <p>+++Whose Clues?+++<br />
  16351. Sunday, Jan. 28th, 10:00 &#8211; 11:30 am<br />
  16352. Ages 7-10, registration required<br />
  16353. Come be a wildlife detective with a ranger on the North Tract. Search for<br />
  16354. evidence like Sherlock Holmes and discover what is living in our forest.<br />
  16355. Please bring water bottle and dress for the weather.</p>
  16356. <p>*NATIONAL WILDLIFE VISITOR CENTER PROGRAMS*<br />
  16357. *10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop*<br />
  16358. *Laurel, MD 20708*</p>
  16359. <p>+++Screech &amp; Kestrel+++<br />
  16360. Saturday, Jan. 6th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  16361. Saturday, Jan. 13th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  16362. Saturday, Jan. 20th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  16363. All ages, no registration<br />
  16364. Meet two of North America&#8217;s smallest birds of prey: the American kestrel<br />
  16365. and eastern screech owl. Both expert hunters, the American kestrel uses its<br />
  16366. acrobatic prowess, while the eastern screech owl is a stealthy silent<br />
  16367. hunter.</p>
  16368. <p>+++Nature Tots: In the Treetop+++<br />
  16369. Tuesday, Jan. 9th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am Tuesday, Jan. 9th, 2:00 &#8211; 3:00 pm<br />
  16370. Ages 3 &#8211; 4, registration required<br />
  16371. Trees are very special homes to many different kinds of animals.  Introduce<br />
  16372. your preschooler to this wonderful habitat through games, stories, and<br />
  16373. crafts in this fun, interactive program.</p>
  16374. <p>+++Nature Songs with Stina+++<br />
  16375. Saturday, Jan. 20th, 2:00 &#8211; 2:45 pm<br />
  16376. All ages, registration required<br />
  16377. Parent participation required<br />
  16378. Join nature troubadour Stina for an afternoon indoor campfire sing along in<br />
  16379. our auditorium.  Get your groove on with fun and silly nature songs!</p>
  16380. <p>+++All that Habitat+++<br />
  16381. Monday, Jan. 22nd, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am<br />
  16382. Ages 5 &#8211; 7, registration required<br />
  16383. Learn about what wildlife (and people!) need to survive.</p>
  16384. <p>+++Screech &amp; Kestrel (Esp &amp; Eng)+++<br />
  16385. Saturday, Jan. 27th, 1:00 &#8211; 2:00 pm<br />
  16386. All ages, no registration<br />
  16387. Meet two of North America&#8217;s smallest birds of prey: the American kestrel<br />
  16388. and eastern screech owl. Both expert hunters, the American kestrel uses its<br />
  16389. acrobatic prowess, while the eastern screech owl is a stealthy silent<br />
  16390. hunter.</p>
  16391. <p>+++Tiny Tots: Nature and Music+++<br />
  16392. Monday, Jan. 29th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:15 am<br />
  16393. Ages 16-48 mos., parental participation &amp; registration required<br />
  16394. Learn about wildlife at the refuge through fun and interactive songs,<br />
  16395. stories and activities.</p>
  16396. <p>*HOLLINGSWORTH GALLERY*<br />
  16397. December brings a special treat &#8211; a veritable potpourri of volunteers&#8217;<br />
  16398. talent. Committed so far are: Lucy and Ed Grimes, photography; Louis Buck,<br />
  16399. carving; Barbara Buck, paintings; Brenda Stone, quilting; Dennis Hartnett,<br />
  16400. photography; and Mary Ann Hartnett, needlework.</p>
  16401. <p><a href="http://patuxent.fws.gov/">http://patuxent.fws.gov/</a></div>
  16402. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/january-patuxent-events/">January Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  16410. <item>
  16411. <title>SAVE THE DATE:  Tiger 500 &#8211; March 3, 2018</title>
  16412. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/save-the-date-tiger-500-march-3-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=save-the-date-tiger-500-march-3-2018</link>
  16413. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/save-the-date-tiger-500-march-3-2018/#respond</comments>
  16415. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16416. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:31:39 +0000</pubDate>
  16417. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=700</guid>
  16418.  
  16419. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Tiger 500 will be held at 10:00am on March 3 at the LDS Kingsview Gym. 18900 Kingsview Rd. Germantown.  Please let your Tiger Den leaders know the date.  More information will be sent out after January 1.  The Tiger 500 is a great event where each Tiger Den creates one or two cardboard cars [&#8230;]</p>
  16420. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/save-the-date-tiger-500-march-3-2018/">SAVE THE DATE:  Tiger 500 &#8211; March 3, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16421. ]]></description>
  16422. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Tiger 500 will be held at 10:00am on March 3 at the LDS Kingsview Gym. 18900 Kingsview Rd. Germantown.  Please let your Tiger Den leaders know the date.  More information will be sent out after January 1.  The Tiger 500 is a great event where each Tiger Den creates one or two cardboard cars to wear and race relay style around an indoor track.  It&#8217;s lots of fun and every team goes home with patches and a certificate.  Mark your calendars!  Questions, contact Jennifer Chen at <a href="mailto:jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com">jennifer_in_dc@yahoo.com</a> or 202-309-0107.</div>
  16423. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/save-the-date-tiger-500-march-3-2018/">SAVE THE DATE:  Tiger 500 &#8211; March 3, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16424. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16431. <item>
  16432. <title>Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</title>
  16433. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21</link>
  16434. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21/#respond</comments>
  16436. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16437. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:30:15 +0000</pubDate>
  16438. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=699</guid>
  16439.  
  16440. <description><![CDATA[<p>Attention All Units First Recharter Turn in Date Will Be December 14th, 6:30 PM at LDS MV at 20020 Montgomery Village Avenue,Montgomery Village. Second Date will be same location, December 21st at 6 PM, before or during the District Business Meeting and Holiday Dinner. Please be sure your Check (unless you paid online), Charter Org Form [&#8230;]</p>
  16441. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21/">Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16442. ]]></description>
  16443. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16444. <div>Attention All Units</div>
  16445. <div><b>First Recharter Turn in Date Will Be December 14th</b>, 6:30 PM at LDS MV at 20020 Montgomery Village Avenue,Montgomery Village.</div>
  16446. <div></div>
  16447. <div><b>Second Date will be same location, December 21st</b> at 6 PM, before or during the District Business Meeting and Holiday Dinner.</div>
  16448. <div></div>
  16449. <div>Please be sure your Check (unless you paid online), Charter Org Form and JTE Scorecard filled out and signed are included.</div>
  16450. <div></div>
  16451. <div>If you need a date outside of these times, call and turn in to your UC after review next two weeks or so.  Everybody should be in and at least logged in and roster downloaded by now. Those 45 or so units that are not PLEASE GET UNDERWAY.</div>
  16452. <div></div>
  16453. <div>See links below.</div>
  16454. <div></div>
  16455. <div>Please plan to finish, review with your UC and submit by the end  of DECEMBER.</div>
  16456. <div>YIDS and Happy Holidays</div>
  16457. <div>Commish and your UC Team</div>
  16458. <div></div>
  16459. <div>Charter Org Agreement Form is <a href="https://www.scouting.org/filestore/membership/pdf/524-182_web.pdf">here</a></div>
  16460. <div></div>
  16461. </div>
  16462. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/recharter-turn-in-dates-december-14-december-21/">Recharter Turn in Dates: December 14; December 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  16470. <item>
  16471. <title>World Jamboree: July 22 &#8211; August 2, 2019</title>
  16472. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019</link>
  16473. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019/#respond</comments>
  16475. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16476. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:21:16 +0000</pubDate>
  16477. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=698</guid>
  16478.  
  16479. <description><![CDATA[<p>What: The World Jamboree of Scouting Where:   The Bechtel Summit Scout Reserve,  Mt. Hope, West bygod Virginia. When:  22 July thru 2 August, 2019 Who:  Scouts from more than 160 nations. Scouts born between July 22, 2001 and July 21, 2005 can attend.  Adult Scouters are needed for NCAC contingents and International Staff. Why:  You [&#8230;]</p>
  16480. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019/">World Jamboree: July 22 &#8211; August 2, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16481. ]]></description>
  16482. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>What: The World Jamboree of Scouting</div>
  16483. <div>Where:   The Bechtel Summit Scout Reserve,  Mt. Hope, West bygod Virginia.</div>
  16484. <div>When:  22 July thru 2 August, 2019</div>
  16485. <div>Who:  Scouts from more than 160 nations. Scouts born between July 22, 2001 and</div>
  16486. <div>July 21, 2005 can attend.  Adult Scouters are needed for NCAC contingents and International Staff.</div>
  16487. <div>Why:  You are not alone.  Make new friends. See things from another perspective.</div>
  16488. <div>How Much &amp; How Do:  Read the fine print. NO EXCEPTIONS in registration.</div>
  16489. <div>Start <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/council-committees/program-impact/international/jamboree2019/">here</a>:</div>
  16490. <div></div>
  16491. <div>More Why:   This is the same place where BSA holds national jamborees,</div>
  16492. <div>High Adventure camps, Training and more! Only about a 5 or 6 hour drive from the beltway.  This is absolutely the greatest experience a Scout &#8212; or adult Scouter &#8212; can have.  It&#8217;s extremely rare to have this event in the US; the last one was in 1967. It is jointly sponsored by BSA, Scouts Canada and the Mexican Scout Association.</div>
  16493. <div></div>
  16494. <div>Scouts who were born before July 22, 2001 can attend as staff.  This is a great chance for your college-age and young adult Eagle alumni to pay forward some of what they gained from Scouting.  The international staff tends to be young, so they will meet a lot of interesting people.</div>
  16495. <div></div>
  16496. <div>REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW and this event is likely to be very popular in this area, so sign up early!</div>
  16497. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/world-jamboree-july-22-august-2-2019/">World Jamboree: July 22 &#8211; August 2, 2019</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16498. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16501. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  16505. <item>
  16506. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</title>
  16507. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-december-14</link>
  16508. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-14/#respond</comments>
  16510. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16511. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:14:54 +0000</pubDate>
  16512. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=697</guid>
  16513.  
  16514. <description><![CDATA[<p>This Month the Cub Scout Roundtable will be helping leaders prepare for their January Pack and Den meetings and other upcoming events.  The Roundtable is here to help new and seasoned Pack leaders, Committee Members, Den Leaders, and interested parents by sharing topics of interest and discussing the challenges faced by units and ways to [&#8230;]</p>
  16515. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16516. ]]></description>
  16517. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16518. <div>This Month the Cub Scout Roundtable will be helping leaders prepare for their January Pack and Den meetings and other upcoming events.  The Roundtable is here to help new and seasoned Pack leaders, Committee Members, Den Leaders, and interested parents by sharing topics of interest and discussing the challenges faced by units and ways to overcome them. The December topic of interest will be a presentation by Harley King on how to use Scoutbook.  Scoutbook is an advancement tracking tool sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America that can follow a scout for their whole career from Lions through Eagle and everything in-between.  This presentation would be suitable for any leader or parent working with tracking advancement.  We look forward to seeing you there.</div>
  16519. <div></div>
  16520. <div>Montgomery Village LDS church</div>
  16521. <div>20020 Montgomery Village Ave,</div>
  16522. <div>Montgomery Village, MD 20886</div>
  16523. <div>Thursday 12/14/2017 at 7:30 pm.</div>
  16524. </div>
  16525. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-14/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16526. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16529. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16532. </item>
  16533. <item>
  16534. <title>December Boy Scout Round Table: December 14</title>
  16535. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-boy-scout-round-table-december-14/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=december-boy-scout-round-table-december-14</link>
  16536. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-boy-scout-round-table-december-14/#respond</comments>
  16538. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16539. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:13:08 +0000</pubDate>
  16540. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=696</guid>
  16541.  
  16542. <description><![CDATA[<p>Last weeks NewsFlash had the wrong date,  The correct date is below. This month our Round Table discussion will include: &#8211; How is a Patrol Leader Council really held? What does it look like? &#8211; Journey To Excellence: What is it and Why should I care? We look forward to seeing you all on December [&#8230;]</p>
  16543. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-boy-scout-round-table-december-14/">December Boy Scout Round Table: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16544. ]]></description>
  16545. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16546. <div>Last weeks NewsFlash had the wrong date,  The correct date is below.</div>
  16547. <div></div>
  16548. <div>This month our Round Table discussion will include:</div>
  16549. <div>&#8211; How is a Patrol Leader Council really held? What does it look like?</div>
  16550. <div>&#8211; Journey To Excellence: What is it and Why should I care?</div>
  16551. <div></div>
  16552. <div>We look forward to seeing you all on December 14th, 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=20020+Montgomery+Village+Ave,+Montgomery+Village,+MD+20886&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886 </a></div>
  16553. <div></div>
  16554. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  16555. </div>
  16556. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-boy-scout-round-table-december-14/">December Boy Scout Round Table: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16557. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16560. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16563. </item>
  16564. <item>
  16565. <title>Scouting For Food:</title>
  16566. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-7</link>
  16567. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-7/#respond</comments>
  16569. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16570. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 04:10:24 +0000</pubDate>
  16571. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=695</guid>
  16572.  
  16573. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to all of the units that have reported in!  As of today, the total for Seneca District is 29,066 pounds.  That leaves us just over 900 pounds short of our 30,000 pound goal!  Going through the list there are only 4 units that collected bags and have not reported any numbers.  I will be [&#8230;]</p>
  16574. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-7/">Scouting For Food:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16575. ]]></description>
  16576. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Thanks to all of the units that have reported in!  As of today, the total for Seneca District is 29,066 pounds.  That leaves us just over 900 pounds short of our 30,000 pound goal!  Going through the list there are only 4 units that collected bags and have not reported any numbers.  I will be contacting those units Wednesday.  Thanks for all of your great help this year!</div>
  16577. <div>Phil</div>
  16578. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-7/">Scouting For Food:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16579. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16582. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16585. </item>
  16586. <item>
  16587. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</title>
  16588. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-december-7</link>
  16589. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-7/#respond</comments>
  16591. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16592. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 06:02:41 +0000</pubDate>
  16593. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=691</guid>
  16594.  
  16595. <description><![CDATA[<p>CORRECTION! &#8211; December 14 Come join us at the Cub Scout Roundtable on December 14, 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886 Alex Pranger</p>
  16596. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-7/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16597. ]]></description>
  16598. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>CORRECTION! &#8211; December 14</div>
  16599. <div></div>
  16600. <div>Come join us at the Cub Scout Roundtable on December 14, 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=20020+Montgomery+Village+Ave,+Montgomery+Village,+MD+20886&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886</a></div>
  16601. <div>Alex Pranger</div>
  16602. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-7/">Cub Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16603. ]]></content:encoded>
  16605. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-december-7/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16606. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16609. </item>
  16610. <item>
  16611. <title>Seneca Training Day: December 2</title>
  16612. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-december-2/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=seneca-training-day-december-2</link>
  16613. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-december-2/#respond</comments>
  16615. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16616. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:59:50 +0000</pubDate>
  16617. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=689</guid>
  16618.  
  16619. <description><![CDATA[<p>If you need training, Seneca District will be sponsoring the following classes on Saturday, December 2. Cub Scout Leader Specific Training &#8211; Cost: $10 &#8211; Register online Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training &#8211; Cost $10 &#8211; Register online Seneca District Chartered Organization Representative (COR) Training &#8211; Cost $5 &#8211; Register online Area Lodge Development Conference (ALDC) &#8211; Montgomery [&#8230;]</p>
  16620. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-december-2/">Seneca Training Day: December 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16621. ]]></description>
  16622. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>If you need training, Seneca District will be sponsoring the following classes on Saturday, December 2.</div>
  16623. <div></div>
  16624. <div>
  16625. <div><b>Cub Scout Leader Specific Training</b></div>
  16626. <div>&#8211; Cost: $10</div>
  16627. <div>&#8211; Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-12342" target="_blank" rel="noopener">online</a></div>
  16628. <div><b>Scoutmaster Position &#8211; Specific Training</b></div>
  16629. <div>&#8211; Cost $10</div>
  16630. <div>&#8211; Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-12341">online</a></div>
  16631. <div><b>Seneca District Chartered Organization Representative (COR) Training</b></div>
  16632. </div>
  16633. <div>&#8211; Cost $5</div>
  16634. <div>&#8211; Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-10389">online</a></div>
  16635. <div><b>Area Lodge Development Conference (ALDC) &#8211; Montgomery Service Area</b></div>
  16636. <div>&#8211; Cost Free</div>
  16637. <div>&#8211; Register <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-MontgomeryAreaALDC2017">online</a></div>
  16638. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-december-2/">Seneca Training Day: December 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16639. ]]></content:encoded>
  16641. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/seneca-training-day-december-2/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16642. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16645. </item>
  16646. <item>
  16647. <title>Potomac Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</title>
  16648. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018</link>
  16649. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/#respond</comments>
  16651. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16652. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:44:44 +0000</pubDate>
  16653. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=688</guid>
  16654.  
  16655. <description><![CDATA[<p>The Potomac Klondike Derby planning is now underway.  Mark your calendars! Location:  Little Bennett Regional Park Chairman:  Rachel Krishnan, klondikederby@gmail.com Registration is Open</p>
  16656. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/">Potomac Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16657. ]]></description>
  16658. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Potomac Klondike Derby planning is now underway.  Mark your calendars!</div>
  16659. <div>Location:  Little Bennett Regional Park</div>
  16660. <div>Chairman:  Rachel Krishnan, <a href="mailto:klondikederby@gmail.com">klondikederby@gmail.com</a></div>
  16661. <div></div>
  16662. <div>Registration is <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-16668">Open</a></div>
  16663. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/">Potomac Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16664. ]]></content:encoded>
  16666. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16667. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16670. </item>
  16671. <item>
  16672. <title>David Robbins Medical Fund &#8211; GoFundMe &#038; Mamma Lucia Fundraiser: December 7</title>
  16673. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/david-robbins-medical-fund-gofundme-mamma-lucia-fundraiser-december-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=david-robbins-medical-fund-gofundme-mamma-lucia-fundraiser-december-7</link>
  16674. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/david-robbins-medical-fund-gofundme-mamma-lucia-fundraiser-december-7/#respond</comments>
  16676. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16677. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:40:45 +0000</pubDate>
  16678. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=686</guid>
  16679.  
  16680. <description><![CDATA[<p>A Two-Part Request: GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/davidrobbins Christiane Robbins needs your help today! David Robbins Medical Fund &#8211; Fundraising to help David in his Battle with Osteosarcoma. Mamma Lucia Fundraiser: December 7 David Robbins, an Eagle Scout from BSA Troop 264, and graduate of Rockville High School Baccalaureate Program, has been fighting cancer since 2014. To help [&#8230;]</p>
  16681. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/david-robbins-medical-fund-gofundme-mamma-lucia-fundraiser-december-7/">David Robbins Medical Fund &#8211; GoFundMe &amp; Mamma Lucia Fundraiser: December 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16682. ]]></description>
  16683. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16684. <div>A Two-Part Request:</div>
  16685. <div><strong>GoFundMe</strong></div>
  16686. <div><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/davidrobbins">https://www.gofundme.com/davidrobbins</a></div>
  16687. <div>Christiane Robbins needs your help today! David Robbins Medical Fund &#8211; Fundraising to help David in his Battle with Osteosarcoma.</div>
  16688. </div>
  16689. <div></div>
  16690. <div><strong>Mamma Lucia Fundraiser: December 7</strong></div>
  16691. <div>David Robbins, an Eagle Scout from BSA Troop 264, and graduate of Rockville High School Baccalaureate Program, has been fighting cancer since 2014. To help David and his family with the mounting medical bills,  BSA Troop 264 Brookeville/Olney is sponsoring a fundraiser. Bring this flyer to Mamma Lucia on Dec. 7 and 20% of your total order will be donated to David’s Medical Fund.</div>
  16692. <div></div>
  16693. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/11/David-Robbins-flyer.docx">Flyer</a> MUST be presented and attached to each order.</div>
  16694. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/david-robbins-medical-fund-gofundme-mamma-lucia-fundraiser-december-7/">David Robbins Medical Fund &#8211; GoFundMe &amp; Mamma Lucia Fundraiser: December 7</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16695. ]]></content:encoded>
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  16698. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16701. </item>
  16702. <item>
  16703. <title>December Popcorn Order: December 4</title>
  16704. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-popcorn-order-december-4/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=december-popcorn-order-december-4</link>
  16705. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-popcorn-order-december-4/#respond</comments>
  16707. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16708. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:29:24 +0000</pubDate>
  16709. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=685</guid>
  16710.  
  16711. <description><![CDATA[<p>Late orders?  No problem!  A December order has been added! Unit orders must be in the Trail&#8217;s End system by Monday, December 4th at noon. Product will be available for pick-up at the Marriott Scout Service Center (MSSC) located at 9190 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20814. December Pickup Schedule: &#8211; Saturday, December 16 &#8211; 9:00-11:00am [&#8230;]</p>
  16712. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-popcorn-order-december-4/">December Popcorn Order: December 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16713. ]]></description>
  16714. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Late orders?  No problem!  A December order has been added!</div>
  16715. <div></div>
  16716. <div>Unit orders must be in the Trail&#8217;s End system by Monday, December 4th at noon.</div>
  16717. <div></div>
  16718. <div>Product will be available for pick-up at the Marriott Scout Service Center (MSSC) located at 9190 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20814.</div>
  16719. <div></div>
  16720. <div>December Pickup Schedule:</div>
  16721. <div>&#8211; Saturday, December 16 &#8211; 9:00-11:00am</div>
  16722. <div>&#8211; Monday, December 18 &#8211; Friday, December 22 &#8211; 1:00-4:00pm</div>
  16723. <div>Please note: Any product not picked up by Friday, December 22 @ 4pm will be returned to general stock and the product will be credited on the Unit Account.</div>
  16724. <div></div>
  16725. <div>December Order Payment:</div>
  16726. <div>&#8211; Payments for the additional December order is due to Council by December 27</div>
  16727. <div>&#8211; Unit invoices for orders placed between August and November is due December 8</div>
  16728. <div>Yours in Scouting</div>
  16729. <div>NCAC Popcorn Team</div>
  16730. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-popcorn-order-december-4/">December Popcorn Order: December 4</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16731. ]]></content:encoded>
  16733. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-popcorn-order-december-4/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16734. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
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  16738. <item>
  16739. <title>Boy Scout Roundtable: December 14</title>
  16740. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-7/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=boy-scout-roundtable-december-7</link>
  16741. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-7/#respond</comments>
  16743. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16744. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:21:22 +0000</pubDate>
  16745. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=684</guid>
  16746.  
  16747. <description><![CDATA[<p>CORRECTION &#8211; December 14 This month our Round Table discussion will include: How is a Patrol Leader Council really held? What does it look like? Journey To Excellence: What is it and Why should I care? We look forward to seeing you all on December 14th, 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, 20020 Montgomery [&#8230;]</p>
  16748. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-7/">Boy Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16749. ]]></description>
  16750. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>CORRECTION &#8211; December 14</div>
  16751. <div></div>
  16752. <div>This month our Round Table discussion will include:</div>
  16753. <div>How is a Patrol Leader Council really held? What does it look like?</div>
  16754. <div>Journey To Excellence: What is it and Why should I care?</div>
  16755. <div></div>
  16756. <div>We look forward to seeing you all on December 14th, 7:30 pm at the Montgomery Village LDS Church, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=20020+Montgomery+Village+Ave,+Montgomery+Village,+MD+20886&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886</a></div>
  16757. <div></div>
  16758. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Boy Scout Round Table Commissioner)</div>
  16759. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-7/">Boy Scout Roundtable: December 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16760. ]]></content:encoded>
  16762. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/boy-scout-roundtable-december-7/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16763. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16766. </item>
  16767. <item>
  16768. <title>Scouting For Food:</title>
  16769. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-6/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-6</link>
  16770. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-6/#respond</comments>
  16772. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16773. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:19:25 +0000</pubDate>
  16774. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=683</guid>
  16775.  
  16776. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our current total food collection is 27,278 pounds.  That&#8217;s almost 14 TONS of food!  Thanks to all who participated.  There are still a few units that distributed bags, but did not drop off at our Germantown or Quince Orchard drop points.  If you collected food, but did not drop at the above locations and have [&#8230;]</p>
  16777. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-6/">Scouting For Food:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16778. ]]></description>
  16779. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Our current total food collection is 27,278 pounds.  That&#8217;s almost 14 TONS of food!  Thanks to all who participated.  There are still a few units that distributed bags, but did not drop off at our Germantown or Quince Orchard drop points.  If you collected food, but did not drop at the above locations and have not done so already, please contact <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a> and let me know how much food you collected.  We&#8217;re very close to our goal of 30,000 pounds!</div>
  16780. <div></div>
  16781. <div>If your unit is not on the list below and should be, please contact me at the above email address.</div>
  16782. <div>The following units participated in Scouting For Food this year:</div>
  16783. <div></div>
  16784. <div>Pack 64, Pack 76, Pack 210, Pack 221, Pack 291, Pack 436, Pack 464, Pack 468, Pack 618, Pack 694, Pack 1084, Pack 1199, Pack 1220, Pack 1280, Pack 1304, Pack 1307, Pack 1315. Pack 1429, Pack 1440, Pack 1761</div>
  16785. <div></div>
  16786. <div>Troop 207, Troop 291, Troop 496, Troop 738, Troop 1094, Troop 1397, Troop 1760, Troop 1988</div>
  16787. <div></div>
  16788. <div>Crew 2828</div>
  16789. <div></div>
  16790. <div>&#8211;Phil Dennis (Seneca District Scouting For Food Chairman)</div>
  16791. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-6/">Scouting For Food:</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16792. ]]></content:encoded>
  16794. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-6/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16795. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16798. </item>
  16799. <item>
  16800. <title>Milkweeds for Monarchs Kickoff: February 17, 2018</title>
  16801. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018</link>
  16802. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018/#respond</comments>
  16804. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16805. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 04:35:22 +0000</pubDate>
  16806. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=681</guid>
  16807.  
  16808. <description><![CDATA[<p>NCAC and the National Arboretum are sponsoring a project to help our endangered butterfly population. Check on https://www.ncacbsa.org/milkweed-for-monarchs/  to register as a Monarch Supporter!  Receive free Milkweed seeds (that’s what Monarch Butterflies eat) and a PATCH! Sign up, send in, come to the National Arboretum in February 2018 Please join us on February 17th from 11am to [&#8230;]</p>
  16809. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018/">Milkweeds for Monarchs Kickoff: February 17, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16810. ]]></description>
  16811. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16812. <div>NCAC and the National Arboretum are sponsoring a project to help our endangered butterfly population.</div>
  16813. <div></div>
  16814. <div>Check on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/milkweed-for-monarchs/">https://www.ncacbsa.org/milkweed-for-monarchs/</a>  to register as a Monarch Supporter!  Receive free Milkweed seeds (that’s what Monarch Butterflies eat) and a PATCH!</div>
  16815. <div></div>
  16816. <div>Sign up, send in, come to the National Arboretum in February 2018</div>
  16817. </div>
  16818. <div></div>
  16819. <div>
  16820. <div>Please join us on February 17th from 11am to 12:00pm at the National Arboretum as we celebrate the start of this brand new monarch butterfly conservation program.</div>
  16821. <div></div>
  16822. <div>The National Arboretum is located at 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 in the northeast section of Washington, DC, approximately ten minutes from the Capitol Building. There are two entrances: one at 3501 New York Avenue, NE, and the other at 24th &amp; R Streets, NE, just off of Bladensburg Road.</div>
  16823. </div>
  16824. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018/">Milkweeds for Monarchs Kickoff: February 17, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16825. ]]></content:encoded>
  16827. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/milkweeds-for-monarchs-kickoff-february-17-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16828. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16831. </item>
  16832. <item>
  16833. <title>Old Dominion District Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</title>
  16834. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018</link>
  16835. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/#respond</comments>
  16837. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16838. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 04:23:06 +0000</pubDate>
  16839. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=677</guid>
  16840.  
  16841. <description><![CDATA[<p>The online registration for the Old Dominion District Klondike Derby is now live. You can access it here: https://scoutingevent.com/082-oddklondike18 We’d love to have some Seneca units join us! When: The Klondike will run from Friday, January 26, 2018 through Sunday, January 28, 2018. Where: We’ll be back at the Harpers Ferry KOA (map). Cost: Registration for [&#8230;]</p>
  16842. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/">Old Dominion District Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16843. ]]></description>
  16844. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  16845. <div>The online registration for the Old Dominion District Klondike Derby is now live. You can access it here: <a href="https://scoutingevent.com/082-oddklondike18">https://scoutingevent.com/082-oddklondike18</a></div>
  16846. <div></div>
  16847. <div>We’d love to have some Seneca units join us!</div>
  16848. <div></div>
  16849. <div><b>When</b>: The Klondike will run from Friday, January 26, 2018 through Sunday, January 28, 2018.</div>
  16850. <div></div>
  16851. <div><b>Where</b>: We’ll be back at the Harpers Ferry KOA (map).</div>
  16852. <div></div>
  16853. <div><b>Cost</b>: Registration for all attendees (both Scouts and Scouters) is $38 per person.</div>
  16854. <div></div>
  16855. <div><b>What (and Why)</b>: Registration covers camping fees at the KOA, hot drinks and snacks on Friday night, three hot meals on Saturday, a hot breakfast on Sunday, awards for winning patrols, and patches for everyone – in addition to more than 20 stations to challenge and entertain your Scouts and the fun and fellowship that every campout offers Scouters!</div>
  16856. <div></div>
  16857. <div><b>Cabins</b>: If units would prefer to stay in the KOA’s cabins, we will be handling that offline. Additional information is included in the attached Info Pack.</div>
  16858. <div></div>
  16859. <div><b>Free Registration</b>: We’re always looking for new stations. If any of your units would like to put one together, we offer one free registration as a reward. Just let me know, and we’ll help!</div>
  16860. <div></div>
  16861. </div>
  16862. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/11/Klondike-2018-Info.pdf">PDF with information</a></div>
  16863. <div>
  16864. <div></div>
  16865. <div>If you have any questions, please let me know!</div>
  16866. <div></div>
  16867. <div>Luke Rose</div>
  16868. <div>Director, ODD Klondike Derby</div>
  16869. <div><a href="mailto:Klondike@oddbsa.org">Klondike@oddbsa.org</a></div>
  16870. </div>
  16871. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/">Old Dominion District Klondike Derby: January 26-28, 2018</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16872. ]]></content:encoded>
  16874. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/old-dominion-district-klondike-derby-january-26-28-2018/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16875. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16878. </item>
  16879. <item>
  16880. <title>For Sale: Klondike Derby Sleds</title>
  16881. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds</link>
  16882. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds/#respond</comments>
  16884. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16885. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 04:12:38 +0000</pubDate>
  16886. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=675</guid>
  16887.  
  16888. <description><![CDATA[<p>The sleds are well-constructed and separate from their wheel platforms.  One is painted red and the other is clear polyurethane.  They have been stored inside and should continue to be stored out of the elements.  The measurements are 22&#8243; wide by 48&#8243; tall by 67&#8243; long.  Delivery may be available. Asking $125.00 for each sled, [&#8230;]</p>
  16889. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds/">For Sale: Klondike Derby Sleds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16890. ]]></description>
  16891. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The sleds are well-constructed and separate from their wheel platforms.  One is painted red and the other is clear polyurethane.  They have been stored inside and should continue to be stored out of the elements.  The measurements are 22&#8243; wide by 48&#8243; tall by 67&#8243; long.  Delivery may be available.</div>
  16892. <div></div>
  16893. <div>Asking $125.00 for each sled, inclusive of wheel platforms.</div>
  16894. <div></div>
  16895. <div><a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/11/For-Sale-Klondike-Derby-sleds.pdf">Photo on website</a></div>
  16896. <div></div>
  16897. <div>Contact <a href="mailto:greggconklin@verizon.net">Gregg Conklin</a></div>
  16898. <div>Troop 1988</div>
  16899. <div>Seneca District</div>
  16900. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds/">For Sale: Klondike Derby Sleds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16901. ]]></content:encoded>
  16903. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/for-sale-klondike-derby-sleds/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16904. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16907. </item>
  16908. <item>
  16909. <title>All Unit Recharter Processors</title>
  16910. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-unit-recharter-processors/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=all-unit-recharter-processors</link>
  16911. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-unit-recharter-processors/#respond</comments>
  16913. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16914. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 04:02:58 +0000</pubDate>
  16915. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=674</guid>
  16916.  
  16917. <description><![CDATA[<p>IF you have a packet ready with a check and Charter Org Agreement with JTE, call your Unit Commissioner for review. IF you have submitted online with a credit card, please email me (ghenley2@gmail.com) with status and provide Charter Org Agreement and JTE to your UC. IF you have not started (about 55 of you!), [&#8230;]</p>
  16918. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-unit-recharter-processors/">All Unit Recharter Processors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16919. ]]></description>
  16920. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>IF you have a packet ready with a check and Charter Org Agreement with JTE, call your Unit Commissioner for review.</div>
  16921. <div></div>
  16922. <div>IF you have submitted online with a credit card, please email me (<a href="mailto:ghenley2@gmail.com">ghenley2@gmail.com</a>) with status and provide Charter Org Agreement and JTE to your UC.</div>
  16923. <div></div>
  16924. <div>IF you have not started (about 55 of you!), please get underway to validate your password, data load etc. It gets more challenging to address these issues later. Always hit REFRESH ROSTER each login.</div>
  16925. <div></div>
  16926. <div>IF you have applications and payment money for scouts, we need them right NOW for metrics for 2017. Please call Ben or myself for pickup earliest for immediate processing. Then you can download with Refresh Roster and renew for next cycle. We are not at Gold District yet for 2017.</div>
  16927. <div></div>
  16928. <div>Happy Turkey &#8211;</div>
  16929. <div>Gordon Henley</div>
  16930. <div>Commish</div>
  16931. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-unit-recharter-processors/">All Unit Recharter Processors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16932. ]]></content:encoded>
  16934. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/all-unit-recharter-processors/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16935. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16938. </item>
  16939. <item>
  16940. <title>BSA Chief Mike Surbaugh answers your questions on Family Scouting!</title>
  16941. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting</link>
  16942. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting/#respond</comments>
  16944. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16945. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 04:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
  16946. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=673</guid>
  16947.  
  16948. <description><![CDATA[<p>https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2017/11/21/bsa-chief-answers-your-questions-about-welcoming-girls-into-bsa-programs/</p>
  16949. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting/">BSA Chief Mike Surbaugh answers your questions on Family Scouting!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16950. ]]></description>
  16951. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><a href="https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2017/11/21/bsa-chief-answers-your-questions-about-welcoming-girls-into-bsa-programs/">https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2017/11/21/bsa-chief-answers-your-questions-about-welcoming-girls-into-bsa-programs/</a></div>
  16952. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting/">BSA Chief Mike Surbaugh answers your questions on Family Scouting!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16953. ]]></content:encoded>
  16955. <wfw:commentRss>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/bsa-chief-mike-surbaugh-answers-your-questions-on-family-scouting/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
  16956. <slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
  16959. </item>
  16960. <item>
  16961. <title>December Patuxent Events</title>
  16962. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-patuxent-events/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=december-patuxent-events</link>
  16963. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-patuxent-events/#respond</comments>
  16965. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  16966. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 03:58:03 +0000</pubDate>
  16967. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=672</guid>
  16968.  
  16969. <description><![CDATA[<p>A note from Timothy Parker at Fish and Wildlife: Below you will find our programs for December. &#8230;  You may also wish to visit our programs page. Public Programs *REGISTRATION* Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling 301-497-5887. Programs are subject to changes [&#8230;]</p>
  16970. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-patuxent-events/">December Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  16971. ]]></description>
  16972. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>A note from Timothy Parker at Fish and Wildlife:</div>
  16973. <div></div>
  16974. <div></div>
  16975. <div>Below you will find our programs for December. &#8230;  You may also wish to visit our programs page.</div>
  16976. <div></div>
  16977. <div>Public Programs</div>
  16978. <div></div>
  16979. <div>*REGISTRATION*</div>
  16980. <div></div>
  16981. <div>Programs are free, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are greatly appreciated! Some programs require advance registration by calling <a href="tel:(301)%20497-5887" target="_blank" rel="noopener">301-497-5887</a>. Programs are subject to changes or cancellation due to weather or low participation. Please notify the refuge of any special needs so that you may be accommodated. <a href="http://www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.fws.gov/refuge/patuxent</a></div>
  16982. <div></div>
  16983. <div>*NORTH TRACT PROGRAMS*</div>
  16984. <div>*230 Bald Eagle Drive*</div>
  16985. <div>*Laurel, MD 20724*</div>
  16986. <div></div>
  16987. <div>+++Riding Bicycles to Experience Patuxent Research Refuge&#8217;s North</div>
  16988. <div>+++Tract+++</div>
  16989. <div>Sunday, Dec. 3rd, 1:00 &#8211; 3:30 pm</div>
  16990. <div>Ages 10+, registration required</div>
  16991. <div>Enjoy a late fall bicycle outing as you learn about the refuge. Experience the beauty of this natural area on two wheels while discovering local wildlife, plants and historical sites. Learn the importance of reducing your footprint and leaving no trace on this 12 &#8211; mile guided bicycle ride.</div>
  16992. <div>Bring your own bike, energy bar/snack, water bottle and helmet. Ride is weather dependent.</div>
  16993. <div></div>
  16994. <div>*NATIONAL WILDLIFE VISITOR CENTER PROGRAMS*</div>
  16995. <div>*10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop*</div>
  16996. <div>*Laurel, MD 20708*</div>
  16997. <div></div>
  16998. <div>+++Camera Basics+++</div>
  16999. <div>Saturday, Dec. 9th, 10:00 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  17000. <div>Ages 16+, registration required</div>
  17001. <div>The auto function on cameras is often helpful, but usually another setting will get you the image you really want. This is a beginner workshop for those using DSLR cameras.</div>
  17002. <div></div>
  17003. <div>+++Skull Detectives (Esp. &amp; Eng.)+++</div>
  17004. <div>Saturday, Dec. 9th 12:30 &#8211; 1:30 pm</div>
  17005. <div>Ages 7-15, registration required</div>
  17006. <div>What was that animal? When you look at a skull there are many clues as to what the animal was. We&#8217;ll be looking at the teeth, eye placement, and something called a skull ridge. Participants will be using real and plastic animal skulls.</div>
  17007. <div></div>
  17008. <div>+++Nature Songs with Stina+++</div>
  17009. <div>Sunday, Dec. 10th, 2:00 &#8211; 2:45 pm</div>
  17010. <div>All ages, registration required</div>
  17011. <div>Parent participation required</div>
  17012. <div>Join nature troubadour Stina for an afternoon indoor campfire sing along in our auditorium. Get your groove on with fun and silly nature songs!</div>
  17013. <div></div>
  17014. <div>+++Nature Tots: Senses of Winter+++</div>
  17015. <div>Tuesday, Dec. 12th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  17016. <div>Tuesday, Dec. 19th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  17017. <div>Ages 3-4, registration required</div>
  17018. <div>While seasons change, so do the smells. Come explore Patuxent using your senses. Dress appropriately.</div>
  17019. <div></div>
  17020. <div>+++Spruce, Fir, &amp; Pine+++</div>
  17021. <div>Monday, Dec. 18th, 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 am</div>
  17022. <div>Ages 5-7, registration required</div>
  17023. <div>Come enjoy the smell of conifers while learning about why they are still green.</div>
  17024. <div></div>
  17025. <div>+++Raptors Reign+++</div>
  17026. <div>Saturday, Dec. 16th, 1:00 &#8211; 3:00 pm</div>
  17027. <div>All ages, no registration</div>
  17028. <div>Join special guest and licensed falconer, Rodney Stotts, as he shares the power of nature through discussions and up close encounters with birds of prey. This is a drop in program. No registration required.</div>
  17029. <div></div>
  17030. <div>HOLLINGSWORTH GALLERY</div>
  17031. <div></div>
  17032. <div>Our November photographer is on her fourth career! Jean Phillips grew up on her family&#8217;s dairy farm in Montgomery County &#8211; but farming was (only) her third career. After high school, she took a degree in science at the University of Maryland and taught school for a year. Her second career was a 10 year stint at the National Institute of Health as an immunologist, but she left it to take over her father&#8217;s dairy farm and raise her two sons.</div>
  17033. <div>Over the years she transformed the farm operation to grainhay/straw/vegetables-and finally, &#8220;entertainment farming!&#8221;</div>
  17034. <div>(translationwhich I needed-suggests corn mazesand pumpkin patches). But with &#8220;retirement&#8221; Phillips revived a life-long interest in photography piqued originally by a single-lens reflex camera received as a college graduation present, and furthered in 2008 by a more sophisticated one given her as a Christmas present from her children. Presently, she works with a Canon 5D Mark II and a Canon 7D with a Canon 70-300 mm zoom or a 500mm Sigma lens! Impressive, but this is a granny who snaps polar bears up north as well as butterflies in her back 40. She writes that &#8220;photography gives her a good excuse to be outdoors and a way to share with others the natural beauty she loves.&#8221;</div>
  17035. <div></div>
  17036. <div>In the last two years Phillips has been working on the Sugarloaf Trails Association Indian Trailguide, and studying at the Smithsonian annex and &#8220;recording spots along the C&amp;O Canal where Native Americans once lived.&#8221;</div>
  17037. <div>This year also included a trip to a Florida rookery! Phillips has submitted photos to the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair and &#8220;placed&#8221; every year since 2009-including two &#8220;firsts.&#8221; Her other festival and exhibit participation are too numerous to list and her work is available from Gaitherburg&#8217;s Artbarn to dozens of points north. Check out PhillipsFarmPhotography.com.</div>
  17038. <div></div>
  17039. <div>December brings a special treat &#8211; a veritable potpourri of volunteers&#8217;</div>
  17040. <div>talent. Committed so far are: Lucy and Ed Grimes, photography; Louis Buck, carving; Barbara Buck, paintings; Brenda Stone, quilting; Dennis Hartnett, photography; and Mary Ann Hartnett, needlework. Additional last-minute contributors are expected also, so we look forward to a full gallery of goodies-a delightful seasonal array. OK fall, bring it on!</div>
  17041. <div></div>
  17042. <div>/for Timothy Parker</div>
  17043. <div>U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/</div>
  17044. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/december-patuxent-events/">December Patuxent Events</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  17053. <title>Lesole&#8217;s Dance Project: November 18</title>
  17054. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lesoles-dance-project-november-18/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=lesoles-dance-project-november-18</link>
  17055. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lesoles-dance-project-november-18/#respond</comments>
  17057. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  17058. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 05:21:52 +0000</pubDate>
  17059. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=668</guid>
  17060.  
  17061. <description><![CDATA[<p>Season three of InterAct Story Theatre&#8217;s Wheaton Family Theatre Series will present Lesole&#8217;s Dance Project: Zulu, Gumboot and Street Dances from South Africa.  The event is made possible through funding from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County’s Wheaton Cultural Projects Grant and the Maryland State Arts Council. I am attaching our flyer for [&#8230;]</p>
  17062. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lesoles-dance-project-november-18/">Lesole&#8217;s Dance Project: November 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  17063. ]]></description>
  17064. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Season three of InterAct Story Theatre&#8217;s Wheaton Family Theatre Series will present Lesole&#8217;s Dance Project: Zulu, Gumboot and Street Dances from South Africa.  The event is made possible through funding from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County’s Wheaton Cultural Projects Grant and the Maryland State Arts Council.</div>
  17065. <div></div>
  17066. <div>I am attaching our <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/11/WFTS-Lesole-Dance-November-18-Flyer.pdf">flyer</a> for your reference.  The event is this Saturday, November 18 and is free and open to the public, and begins at 11 a.m. at Glenallan Elementary School (12520 Heurich Road, Wheaton, MD 20902).</div>
  17067. <div></div>
  17068. <div>Steven Wolf</div>
  17069. <div>Communications &amp;</div>
  17070. <div>Community Outreach Manager</div>
  17071. <div></div>
  17072. <div>InterAct Story Theatre</div>
  17073. <div>32 Pennydog Court</div>
  17074. <div>Silver Spring, MD 20902</div>
  17075. <div></div>
  17076. <div>Phone: 301-467-6133</div>
  17077. <div><a href="mailto:steve@interactstory.com">steve@interactstory.com</a></div>
  17078. <div></div>
  17079. <div></div>
  17080. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/lesoles-dance-project-november-18/">Lesole&#8217;s Dance Project: November 18</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  17088. <item>
  17089. <title>Scouting for Food Wrap-up</title>
  17090. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-wrap-up/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=scouting-for-food-wrap-up</link>
  17091. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-wrap-up/#respond</comments>
  17093. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  17094. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 05:18:33 +0000</pubDate>
  17095. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=667</guid>
  17096.  
  17097. <description><![CDATA[<p>Scouting for Food totals are starting to roll-in. Early numbers show that individual units are performing comparably to last year, however, overall reporting of totals has been sluggish. We ask that you use your District websites and social media channels to encourage your units to report their totals ASAP. As a reminder, totals can be [&#8230;]</p>
  17098. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-wrap-up/">Scouting for Food Wrap-up</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  17099. ]]></description>
  17100. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>
  17101. <div>Scouting for Food totals are starting to roll-in. Early numbers show that individual units are performing comparably to last year, however, overall reporting of totals has been sluggish. We ask that you use your District websites and social media channels to encourage your units to report their totals ASAP.</div>
  17102. <div></div>
  17103. <div>As a reminder, totals can be reported at <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/sff">www.ncacbsa.org/sff</a>. The form is short and simple, and if the person completing it has the total pounds in front of her or him, can be completed in about 2 minutes.</div>
  17104. <div></div>
  17105. <div>As of now, Seneca District has an estimated 13,000 pounds of food collected.   For units that did NOT drop off food at the Germantown or Quince Orchard drop locations, we need to hear from you how much food you collected and where it was donated to.  Please report the information to the link above as well as to Phil Dennis at <a href="mailto:phil@dennis-family.org">phil@dennis-family.org</a>.</div>
  17106. <div></div>
  17107. <div>Thanks for all who helped make this event a success!</div>
  17108. </div>
  17109. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/scouting-for-food-wrap-up/">Scouting for Food Wrap-up</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  17116. </item>
  17117. <item>
  17118. <title>Cub Scout Roundtable: November 9</title>
  17119. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-november-9/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cub-scout-roundtable-november-9</link>
  17120. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-november-9/#respond</comments>
  17122. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  17123. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2017 03:25:27 +0000</pubDate>
  17124. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=665</guid>
  17125.  
  17126. <description><![CDATA[<p>Reminder &#8211; the Cub Scout Roundtable will be held at 7:30m on November 9 at the Montgomery Village LDS Church 20020 Montgomery Village Ave, Montgomery Village, MD 20886</p>
  17127. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-november-9/">Cub Scout Roundtable: November 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  17128. ]]></description>
  17129. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Reminder &#8211; the Cub Scout Roundtable will be held at 7:30m on November 9 at the Montgomery Village LDS Church</div>
  17130. <div>
  17131. <div>20020 Montgomery Village Ave,</div>
  17132. <div>Montgomery Village, MD 20886</div>
  17133. </div>
  17134. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/cub-scout-roundtable-november-9/">Cub Scout Roundtable: November 9</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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  17142. <item>
  17143. <title>NCAC Eagle Scout Procedures Guide (ESPG)</title>
  17144. <link>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-eagle-scout-procedures-guide-espg/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ncac-eagle-scout-procedures-guide-espg</link>
  17145. <comments>https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-eagle-scout-procedures-guide-espg/#respond</comments>
  17147. <dc:creator><![CDATA[lhamilton]]></dc:creator>
  17148. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2017 03:16:38 +0000</pubDate>
  17149. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/?p=663</guid>
  17150.  
  17151. <description><![CDATA[<p> A huge thanks to Matt Burns and his team for completing the update to NCAC Eagle Scout Procedures Guide! Please make sure you get this to all of your units who have Scouts working towards Eagle – it contains important information for them, their parents, unit leaders, and district volunteers. Here is a quick summary [&#8230;]</p>
  17152. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-eagle-scout-procedures-guide-espg/">NCAC Eagle Scout Procedures Guide (ESPG)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
  17153. ]]></description>
  17154. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div> A huge thanks to Matt Burns and his team for completing the update to NCAC Eagle Scout Procedures Guide!</div>
  17155. <div>
  17156. <div></div>
  17157. <div>Please make sure you get this to all of your units who have Scouts working towards Eagle – it contains important information for them, their parents, unit leaders, and district volunteers.</div>
  17158. <div></div>
  17159. <div>Here is a quick summary of the major changes:</div>
  17160. <div>·         Addition of a “Trail to Eagle” checklist for Life Scouts</div>
  17161. <div>·         Addition of quick tip tables at the beginning of each section for Scouts, parents/guardians, unit leaders, and District Eagle Representatives (DERs)</div>
  17162. <div>·         Addition of a new section covering Scouts with Special Needs</div>
  17163. <div>·         An enhanced and clearer guide to Eagle Advisors and Eagle Project Coaches (Attachment A)</div>
  17164. <div>·         Addition of information about the William T. Hornaday awards and Glen A. and Melinda Adams award</div>
  17165. <div>·         Expanded discussion on safety, in general, and Eagle Service Project safety</div>
  17166. <div>·         Discussion of appeals of Eagle Boards of Review</div>
  17167. <div>·         Clarification that the District Eagle Representative, when conducting the Pre-Verification Review, looks only at the Eagle Scout Rank Application (ESRA) and Internet Advancement Member Summary Report to ensure the ESRA is correct &#8211; review of other items like the Scout’s Statement of Ambitions and Life Purpose or Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook take place prior to and during the Eagle Scout Board of Review</div>
  17168. <div>·         Added explanation of Requests for Extension of the Time to Earn Eagle (Attachment E)</div>
  17169. <div>ESPG  is posted to the NCAC  website  in addition to the Seneca district website and announce this update in either the Capital Comments or Scouter’s Digest.</div>
  17170. </div>
  17171. <div></div>
  17172. <div></div>
  17173. <div></div>
  17174. <div></div>
  17175. <div><strong>The Guide can be found <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/11/Eagle-Scout-Procedures-Guide-2017-Final-Signed.pdf">here</a>.</strong></div>
  17176. <p>The post <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca/ncac-eagle-scout-procedures-guide-espg/">NCAC Eagle Scout Procedures Guide (ESPG)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.ncacbsa.org/seneca">Seneca</a>.</p>
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