Action Items
On the Calendar
Dedicated Volunteers
This past Wednesday evening, Circle Ten Council held a banquet to recognize adult volunteers who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the success of scouting. Northern Trail District was well represented with Dr. Don Blum and Kevin Smith receiving the Silver Beaver Award. Out of the entire council there were only eleven recipients. Hearing the resumes of all of the recipients it is obvious that this group of individuals have made a huge impact on the lives of countless scouts and have served the community outside of scouting as well.
We need more people like these to step up and make a difference by volunteering. You can make a difference as well. Step up and help the leaders in your unit deliver the promise of scouting. Many hands make light work and small things like helping with transportation and unit events is a good place to start. Most of you have skills to share and serving as a merit badge counselor is a great way to get started. Getting the needed registration is not difficult but necessary. Talk with your unit leader, unit commissioner or the advancement chair to learn more.
Little things make a difference and you can make that difference!
You Can Help Connect Us With New Unit Prospects
Northern Trail is setting appointments with Calvary Pentecostal and St. James Episcopal churches. Are you a member at either site? We'd love to know as it's always helpful to have Scouters who are also members of our partners. Contact DE Katherine McCrary at [email protected]. Have ideas for other possible unit prospective partners? We're all ears!
Friends of Scouting
We have reached $103,000 out of our $150,000 goal. We appreciate everyone’s generosity this year. Thank you to those who have given! It’s not too late to give and get your Scouting merch. Contact Katherine McClary [email protected] or Kristine Schwope at [email protected] or 214-734-2281 for assistance.
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 1 remaining class this spring.
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, [email protected]
BALOO & IOLS Training Saturday, April 26-27, 2025 Camp Wisdom.. 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.
Cub Leader Day of Training Saturday October 4th, 2025
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.
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 [email protected]
Camperships
We want every scout to attend Summer camp, Financial aid is available. More information about the process may be found here.
Richardson Day Camp 📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
🎉 Get Ready for an Action-Packed Adventure! 🎉
Join us for the 2025 Day Camp - Richardson, hosted by Northern Trail District!
📍 Oliphint Field, Richardson, TX Map
This exciting day is open to all Cub Scouts (Tigers through Arrow of Light), siblings, and prospective Scouts—packed with fun, friends, and unforgettable memories!
🎯 Don’t wait—Early Bird pricing ends April 29!
🛑 Registration closes May 19 at 11:00 p.m. — NO WALK-INS!
Let’s make this the best day of the summer—see you at camp! ⛺🔥
Richardson Police-Youth Citizen Police Academy
The Richardson Police Department is now accepting applications for its upcoming Youth Citizen Police Academy. Flyer 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.
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 [email protected] or 832 401 3330. Adventure Card webpage.
Arapaho Chapter News
OA Chapter Meeting April 8, 2025, 7:30PM FUMC, Room 230
Time to renew your OA membership go to: miki.org/event-registration/ to pay your dues.
Contact [email protected] 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 [email protected]
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: [email protected].
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 [email protected] 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. [email protected]
If we need to fix a broken link or have incorrect information, please take a moment, and let us know. [email protected]
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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