Camp Cards - Unit Fundraiser

Camp Cards are a discount card designed to help Scouts earn their way to summer and day camps. Units participating in this program will earn 50% commission ($2.50) on each $5.00 Camp Card they sell between February 19^th - May 30^th.

Your unit can still sign up and sell camps cards.  If you need to pick up more cards, bring 50% of your card sales to the Donald W Reynolds Scouting Resource Center with the report with the boy's names that have sold the cards.  Camp Card Turn-in Sheet in fill-able pdf format.  Remember April 16th is the deadline for all money and Camp Card Turn-in sheets to be turned in for eligibility for prizes and free Las Vegas Area Council camps.

Your unit can continue to sell Camp Cards until May 30^th and receive the 50% commission.  See the Camp Card Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

Skyjump for Scouting 

Fundraiser to benefit Scoutreach    Online payment and Sponsorship

Friday, March 28, 2014 7:30 a.m.. - 9:00 a.m..  Stratosphere Hotel, Casino & Tower and the Las Vegas Area Council, Boy Scouts of America are teaming up to benefit youth served through the Scoutreach program. Each participant can experience the thrill of SkyJump Las Vegas while raising funds for Scouting by collecting a minimum of $855 in pledges; $1 for every foot above the Las Vegas Strip.

At 855 feet above the Las Vegas Strip, SkyJump Las Vegas is the world’s tallest SkyJump attraction. Riders are suited-up in custom jump suits and connected to an incredibly safe high speed “descender” machine where they will literally leap off the platform and descend to the landing pad below. Jump in and experience the ultimate thrill while providing a Scouting adventure that will last a lifetime.

For more information, please contact: Cameron Bomstad Sponsorship Form and more information  Phone: 702-968-8127 Fax: 702-949-6022 Email: Cameron.Bomstad@scouting.org

Mega Scout Expo

TIP:  To add or change a registration on Doubleknot (the system we use for online registrations), be sure to use the Prompt under the Register Button. To edit an existing registration click here .  If you click on Register, you are making a completely new registration and will be charged accordingly.  If you are adding more campers use the "To edit...." prompt, if you are changing or adding more merit badges for a youth, use the "To Edit ..." prompt, etc. 

Food will be available all three days at the 2014 Mega Scout Expo.  You can pre-purchase a meal ticket at the Council Trading Post.  The cost per ticket is $5, which covers one meal.  Tickets are not-refundable.

The 2014 Mega Scout Expo will be held at Tule Springs at Floyd Lamb Park on April 25-27, 2014. The 2014 theme is "One Oath, One Law." Follow the links below to learn more about the 2014 Mega Scout Expo and to register for camping, merit badges, Webelos Walk and for your unit to host a booth at the event.

To Register for Camping at Expo, Click Here.   The camping fee will increase after March 31^th to $5 a person.  You will get a $2 discount if you sign up online and pay by March 31^st For more information please see Camping Frequently Asked Questions.

To Register for Merit Badge Midway, Click Here    But first check what is available and the Pre-requisites for each merit badge?  Click here for that information. Click on Details to see what classes are still available.  The Merit Badge fees for the early registration discount ($5 to $10 per class). The Early Bird deadline to register online is March 31^st.   Online registration will continue to be available until midnight on April 19^th but class prices will not be discounted ($10 to $20 per class).  The fee at the door will be $25-$30 depending on the merit badge.  For more information please see the Merit Badge Midway Frequently Asked Questions.  

Several classes still do not have Merit Badge Counselors.  Check this list and if you can help with this event, please contact Bramby Tollen at brambyt@hotmail.com. 

To Register for Webelos Walk, Click Here   If you have questions about Webelos Walk, please see the Webelos Walk Frequently Asked Questions. 

To Register for a Booth at Expo, Click Here.  Does your unit do something really well and the youth would like to share it with everyone?  Sign up for a booth.  There is now an option for Other if what your wants to do is not listed.   For more information, please read the Activities Frequently Asked Questions.  Did you know that speaking in front of a group is a requirement for a number of belt loops and Communications Merit Badge.

Newsletter #3  This is the latest Mega Scout Expo Newsletter

Council Annual Dinner -- Medal of Merit Awarded

The Council Annual Dinner was held Saturday, March 1, 2014 at Sam’s Town Hotel and Casino. Over 330 spouses and family members attended this annual event.  The Boy Scout Medal of Merit was presented to Christina Mootz for her organization and coordination of the search for William Mootz. Medal of Merit is awarded to a youth or an adult who has performed some outstanding act of service.  There have only been 6,229 Medals of Merit awarded since its inception in 1945.

Scouter's Cup - Ski Event Fundraiser

The Scouter’s Cup Ski Challenge concluded a very successful two –day event with more ski teams registered than last year and more money raised at the silent auction and our buy-an-Olympian auction.  Friday’s slalom event was snowy and wet as our intrepid skiers battled some pretty heavy snow and rain conditions.  A good time was had by all as they realized that the entire event was to help support the Council’s nearly 20,000 youth!  A big thank you goes out to Steve Fellows and Kenny Bott, event co-chairs for their planning and leadership.   See you next year on the slopes!

Upcoming Events

Life to Eagle Workshop Saturday, March 22^nd from 9:00 to 11:00 am at the Topaz Building -- LDS Chapel 2701 Pebble, Henderson, NV 89074

To Register please email name, rank, unit, phone number, email and if Leader or Life Scout to ttidmt@cox.net.   The cost is free.  Be in Uniform and bring a pen.

El Dorado District Dinner Date and Venue Change: Date: March 22^nd, 2014 at  1^st Henderson United Methodist Church, 609 E Horizon Dr Henderson, NV   4:30pm. Information Flyer

North Star District Dinner, March 29^th, 6:30pm  Information Flyer

Spring Mountain District Dinner Thursday, April 10^th at 6:30 pm at the United Healthcare Building, 2716 N Tenaya, Las Vegas, NV 89128.  There is no cost but you must RSVP to Keith Kelly at keith.kelly@scouting.org. Information Flyer

 

Arsensal Sporting Clays and Scout Steel Challenge

The Sporting Clays and Scout Steel Challenge is being renamed the Arsenal Sporting Clays and Scout Steel Challenge!  We are excited to announce a new partnership with Arsenal Inc. and K-Var that will help us elevate our event to a new high and result in a greater opportunity to assist more Scouts as they progress through our programs.  This year’s event will be held on April 11 & 12 with our auction and reception taking place again at Carter Powersports just off of the 215 and Decatur Friday night at 6:30 pm.  Regardless of whether you’re planning to shoot with us on Saturday anyone with an interest in bidding on some of our fabulous auction items is welcome.  Bring your checkbook, credit card or cash money and join us Friday night.  Saturday’s shoot will be held at Pro Gun Club out on the Boulder Highway east of town.  We have some spectacular fun events planned and our sporting clays shoot will test shooters of all abilities.  For more information contact Randy Andreasen at 702-968-8153.

Good Scout Luncheon

The annual Good Scout luncheon will honor current Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and her husband and former Mayor Oscar Goodman.  The date for the luncheon is May 8^th and will be held at the Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas.  Table sponsors are being sought for the event to tell your business associates and friends.  Contact Randy Andreasen for more information at randy.andreasen@scouting.org.

Scout Night with the Las Vegas 51's  May 10th 7:05pm 

It is Folding Chair giveaway night.  For just $10, you get a reserved ticket, a Las Vegas 51s hat, Folding Chair giveaway (while supplies last), $3 of every ticket sold goes to the Las Vegas Area Council, 51s Patch!  Tickets will be on sale at the Trading Post starting 3/12/2014.  All tickets need to be purchased in advance. 

Summer Camp Staff Opportunities For Las Vegas Area Council Summer Camps

Applications are now being accepted for positions on the camp staffs at Kimball Scout Reservation and Del Webb Adventure Base for 14-15 for unpaid counselor-in-training positions. Staffing a summer camp builds leadership experience and a lifetime of memories. Pass this information on to anyone who might be interested in the opportunity. Download application form here.

All three summer camps, Camp Levi Levi, Kimball Scout Reservation and Del Webb High Adventure are looking for volunteer commissioners to spend a week at one of our summer camps. For more information click here. Email the camp director to apply for a volunteer commissioner position.

2014 Cub Scout Day Camp -- Cub Jungle of Fun

Calling all Tiger, Wolf, Bear and Webelos Cub Scouts. Plan to attend a Council Sponsored Day Camp this summer. Day camps run from the first of March thru the Middle of August. The camp times vary depending on camp but most camps are twilight camps that run from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Pick a date or location that works for your Den or Pack and plan on having fun! Day Camps can not happen with adult support so if you are interested in helping, select the camp and call the Camp Director to volunteer. Schedules, information, registration forms and contact information located in this brochure! 

57^th Annual  Jamboree on the Air  October 18, 2014 from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Scouts of any age, from cubs to Venturing can participate in this event.  Anyone interested in communicating with other scouts all over the world, mark the date!  Appointments recommended to ensure your scouts get airtime.  Please contact Dennis Simon at 702-643-1670 or email him at kb7utv@embarqmail.com   This event will be held at amateur Electronic Supply, 4640 South Polaris Ave, Las Vegas. More Information

Training

Wood Badge Adult Leader Training -- May 1-3 and May 15-17, 2014

Wood Badge is leadership training for all Scout leaders involved in the Scout programs of the Boy Scouts of America: Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing as well as council and district leaders and professionals.

The Las Vegas Area Council 2014 course is a two weekend course to be held at Kimball Scout Reservation on May 1-3 and May 15-17, 2014. The course fee is $240. If you are paid in full by March 15, 2014, the Wood Badge Association will pay $40 of the $240 fee. Online Registration. For more information, please contact Paul McPhee at lvwoodbadge2014@gmail.com.

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) - June 10-14, 2014

Registration now open. An exciting, action-packed program provides youth with leadership skills and experience they can use in their units and in other situations. Key concepts focus on what a leader must BE, what he must KNOW, and what he must DO, and are taught with a clear focus on HOW TO. The skills come alive during the week as the patrol goes on a Quest for the Meaning of Leadership. Click here for more info. The early bird cost is $225 if you register and paid in full by March 1st. The cost is $250 after March 1st until April 30th. Course size is limited so register now. Online Registration

Scout Leader Specific Training Saturday, March 22, 2014

Training held at 2701 East Pebble Road, Registration Deadline Friday March 14 Webelos Leader, Den Leader, Cub Committee Chair and Committee Time 8:00 am to 12:00 pm COST $5.00 Cubmaster and Scoutmaster Time 8:00 am to 12:00 pm COST $5.00  Varsity Coach and Venture Leader Time 8:00 am to 12:00 pm COST $5.00  Charter Organization Representative Time 8:00 am to 12:00 pm COST $5.00 Wear your uniform, bring a pen and paper, and be prepared for a knowledge filled day! Registration Form

Scout Leader Specific Training, April 8 & 10   Registration starts at 5:30pm Training starts at 6:00pm thru 10:00pm on the 8^th.

El Dorado District is hosing training held at Cholla LDS Chapel, 303 S Cholla Street, Registration Deadline Friday March 30 Webelos Leader, Den Leader, Cubmaster, Cub Committee Chair and Committee -- will all be trained at the end of the first day. Cost is $5.00 Scoutmaster, Asst Scoutmaster, Varsity Coach, and 11yr old Leader will need to take both days.   COST $5.00  Wear your uniform, bring a pen and paper, and be prepared for a knowledge filled day! Registration Form

Scout Leader Outdoor Training -- Friday and Saturday March 28-29, 2014

Silverado District is hosting this training. The training is being held at Boulder Beach Camp Ground. The cost is $20 per person. Registration Deadline is Friday March 14. This class in intended for the Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, Varsity Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach. The course is from 6:30 pm Friday - 4:00 pm Saturday. Please come with the following: Uniform, tent, sleeping bag, camping chair, pen, paper, Mess Kit, and all personal affects. Please eat Friday prior to arrival. Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday will be provided. For more information, please contact Scott Kirklin at 610-320-3277 or sdkirklin@yahoo.com

Scout Leader Outdoor Training -- Friday and Saturday April 11-12, 2014

El Dorado District is hosting this training. The training location is TBD. The cost is $20 per person. This class in intended for the Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, Varsity Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach. The course is from 6:30 pm Friday - 4:00 pm Saturday. Please come with the following: Uniform, tent, sleeping bag, camping chair, pen, paper, Mess Kit, and all personal affects. Please eat Friday prior to arrival. Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday will be provided. For more information, please contact Tod Cox at tac303@gmail.com Registration Form

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation , Friday and Saturday, March 28-29, 2014 Training is at Boulder Beach. Cost is $20 a person Registration Deadline is Friday March 21.  Registration Form

BALOO is a training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping. A BALOO trained leader must be in attendance at each pack overnighter. Registration Form. For more information please contact Scott Kirklin at 610-320-3277 or sdkirklin@yahoo.com

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation , Friday and Saturday, April 4-5, 2014

Training is at Boulder Beach, campsite #4 Cost is $25 a person Registration Deadline is Friday March 28. Check in from 5:30 to 6:00 pm.

BALOO is a training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping. A BALOO trained leader must be in attendance at each pack overnighter. Registration Form. For more information please contact Kevin Kaldy at 702-232-4610 or Cubmaster@pack656lv.org.  Registration Form

More Information -- Plan Now

Philmont 2015 

Las Vegas Area Council has slots for two crews arriving Philmont June 8, 2015 and leaving June 20, 2015.  Each Crew is 10 people.  The total cost is $860.  If you are interested, the first payment of $100 is due by May 1, 2014 to Philmont.  The next payment is $382.50 due October 1 and the last payment of $382.50 is due by March 1, 2015.  If your unit is interested in attending Philmont in 2014, please contact Donna Sword at donna.sword@scouting.org. 

World Scout Jamboree 2015 - July 28-Aug 8, 2015

Kirara-hama, Japan - Come Catch the Fun With Us! Be a part of the BSA contingent to the 2015 World Scout Jamboree! Brochures coming soon. Watch a promo video here. The online registration system is not active yet but will be on the home page at www.lvacbsa.org when that page is live!

Merit Badges and First Aid offered at the Municipal Pools

Class schedules are now out for Swimming, Lifesaving, and First Aid. You may contact Erin Clark at 702-229-6309 or you can sign up at recreation.lasvegasnevda.gov. Classes are offered at the Municipal Pool and at Pavilion Pool. Brochure. All staff are BSA registered merit badge counselors.

Monster Jam World Finals at Sam Boyd Stadium  Friday March 21^st Pit Party and Show and Saturday March22^nd Pit Park and Show

Tickets are $72 a person normally $92 retail price.  Please use This Form to order the tickets.  Fax the form to Dan Berman at 602-773-5551 or email to dan@groupticketsamerica.com Orders must be received by Tuesday, March 18 at 4:00pm.  Patches will be mailed. 

Coin Collecting Merit Badge Clinic -- April 4-6, 2014    

Palace Station Sponsored by Las Vegas Numismatic Society Coin Show  -- please direct all questions to them or check the webpage below.

The class is free as long as the Scout is wearing their Class A Uniform. Please contact Garrett and Claire Ikeda mr_mrs@sbcglobal.net for more information. For more information see the event webpage at http://ckshows.com/boy%20scouts.htm Pre-requisites and more information.

Volunteers Needed to help with a Playground Design Day for the Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc.   April 15th from 8:00am to 3:00 pm. 

If you are interested and would like to help, please contact Romaldo.chaidez@cplc.org or call him at 702-207-1614.  Click Here for more information.

Disney on Ice 100 years of Magic  -- Friday May 2, Saturday, May 3 and Sunday May 4.  Save $7 a ticket.  Scout orders are filled starting March 8th.  General Public tickets go on sale March 22nd. 

See Order Form for costs and times.  Fax Form to Dan Berman at 602-773-5551 or email to dan@grouptickersamerica.com  Questions, please call Dan at 702-943-1515 x1.

 

Service Center and Trading Post Closures on Good Friday April 18th at noon - The Service Center and Trading Post will be closed on Saturday, April 19th. .