Action Items
On the Calendar
Updated Website
We have updated the Northern Trail website and hope you will visit and provide some feedback. The url is the same ntrail.org. The layout is designed to be simple and easy to navigate with the major menu items always close at hand. We know that for most people they are looking for the calendar and perhaps contact information.
The resources tab has information about sources of information, National, Council and District. This includes; forms, training, planning, advancement, adult recognition, roundtable and more.
If you have any suggestions for additional information, corrections or other improvements, please let us know at news@ntrail.org.
Finally, we are still looking for someone to step into the role of communications chair and bring their enthusiasm and talent along. We need new fresh ideas to get the word out in Northern Trail. Please contact the District Chair Lester Cox at lester.cox@tx.rr.com
Training
WFA Wilderness First Aid
Wilderness First Aid is required for attending all BSA High Adventure bases - Philmont - requires 3 with WFA; Northern Tier - 1; Sea Base - 1; Summit -1 recommends having 2. and in general recommended for all scouting activities beyond one hour of medical help. I have 2 remaining classes this spring.
Apr 4 - 6 Almost full
May 16-19 Many spaces left
Classes: Friday, night; Saturday, all day; Sunday, afternoon
Cost: $90
CPR/AED is required and will be offered the Thursday night before each class. For the application and more information contact Mike Reisinger, 972-907-8949, mj1234r@sbcglobal.net
Cub Leader Day of Training Saturday, April 12, 2025 Date Change FUMC. Registration Required.
This half-day of training will provide the new “trained” leader program for Cubmaster/ Asst. Cubmaster, Committee Chair and Den Leader/ Asst Den Leader. There is also a session for a New Member Coordinator. Along with the training sessions, everyone will participate in a symposium on relevant Cub Scout topics. Adult leaders will earn their “trained” patch. This is a great opportunity for any leader that has not done their on-line training, or current leaders desiring a refresher course. More information.
BALOO & IOLS Training Saturday, April 26-27, 2025 FUMC. Registration Required.
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is an overnight training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly Pack camping. The training includes campsite selection, outdoor event planning, parent involvement, health & safety, equipment, cooking, and an introduction to camping skills.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Participants will works as Patrols at this hands-on training. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. All Troops are required to have IOLS trained leaders and all SM/ASMs are required to have it to be fully trained.
More information and registration..
Youth Protection Training (YPT)
Avoid the rush, check your card and get it done. Training is valid for two years and you must retake the online course. If you are out of date, it is full stop. Go to my.scouting.org for this and other training opportunities. Don't forget Hazardous Weather Training and Range Activities Safety Training.
A huge amount of training material is available online, including position training and Youth Protection. Access your account here. If you don't have an account, it is easy to set one up. You can access your training records and set up a complete training program.
If you have any questions about training needs, please contact us at NT.Training@att.net
Roundtable
Next Roundtable, April 10, 2025, 7:00pm. Topic: Succession planning. Roundtables are opportunities to get some training, network with other leaders and commissioners and have a little fun.
Richardson Police-Youth Citizen Police Academy
The Richardson Police Department is now accepting applications for its upcoming Youth Citizen Police Academy. This weeklong program will run from Monday, June 16th to Friday, June 20th, from 8:30 AM to noon each day, and is open to kids ages 13-17. The Academy offers a valuable opportunity to learn about law enforcement and the operations of the Police Department.
Topics include:
To learn more or to apply, visit the RPD Youth CPA webpage at https://www.richardsonpolice.net/services/community-engagement/youth-citizen-police-academy
Applications must be submitted by May 30th.
Contact the Richardson Police Department Community Relations Unit for more information at 972-744-4955.
Friends of Scouting Presentations
Let us know when your unit would like a Friends of Scouting (FOS) presentation. It only takes 15 minutes and a perfect time is your Winter Court of Honor. Contact your DE Katherine Givens or Kristine Schwope at kschwope@hotmail.com or 214-734-2281 to slate a time. Funds raised through FOS directly support our camps, support staff and programs for Scouts. Northern Trail District is raising $150,000 towards a Councilwide $4M goal.
Venturing Rendezvous is happening April 26, 2025.
If you are not going to Conclave, come to Rendezvous. Rendezvous is an older Scout event and is open to co-ed youth ages 14-20 who are registered in a Venturing Crew, Sea Scout Ship or Explorer Post. It is sponsored by the Circle Ten Council's Venturing Officers association.
The event list is evolving but at this time includes:
All Shooting Sports are open to all participants!
More information here.
The theme will be Medieval Rendezvous: Journey to the Middle Ages.
Sign up your unit today to sell here. Easy to sell and you return unsold cards. Designed to help units fund their way to Scouting Adventures. Units receive 50% commission for each card sold. If you have any questions, please contact Jordan Ray at jordan.ray@scouting.org or 832 401 3330. Adventure Card webpage.
Arapaho Chapter News
Time to renew your OA membership go to: miki.org/event-registration/ to pay your dues.
Contact arapaho@miki.org with questions.
The Order of the Arrow is an honor camper service organization. Each district has a chapter and members are chosen by their peers.
Crossover Arrows
Does your Pack need crossover arrows? We have you covered! Contact Kristine Schwope at adviser@arapahochapter.org
Northern Trail has an active commissioner staff with deep scouting knowledge. Get to know your commissioner. Your commissioner can help you and your unit resolve problems and pass along some ideas to make your program even better. Our District Commissioner is Bram Franklin, who may be reached at: bramfranklin@gmail.com.
If you are having trouble reaching your commissioner, contact Bram and he will assist you.
Commissioner Service
Looking for a way to give back to scouting? New unit leaders need mentors who can help them navigate the trail. As you know it can be a little overwhelming. Training is available! Contact our district commissioner Bram Franklin bramfranklin@gmail.com for more information.
Website and Newsletter
Our newsletter and website reach a very large audience in Northern Trail. If there is something scouting related which needs to be on the website or the newsletter, please do not keep it to yourself, let us know. webmaster@ntrail.org
If we need to fix a broken link or have incorrect information, please take a moment, and let us know. webmaster@ntrail.org
Do not keep the newsletter to yourself! Everyone in your unit should be receiving the newsletter and be aware of the website. sign up is easy, just send them to: Newsletter sign up . Do not forget to sign up on Circle Ten to receive updates from the council.
Looking for something in a recent newsletter? Several years of past newsletters may be found here.
Yours in Scouting,
John Slaughter
Northern Trail Communications Committee
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