LAST CALL - July 15-19

Travel back in time to early American History! You never know who you might find leading your classes. It could be Honest Abe, George Washington, Sacajawea, or Susan B. Anthony! Learn from those who were in on the adventure of establishing the United States.

Come live American History in the making! 
Register now!

Webelos Adventure Camp: July 15-19
Cub Adventure Camp: July 19-21

Special discount for Scouts attending Day Camp!

**For families who wish for their Scout to participate in both Day/Twilight Camp and Adventure Camp this summer, the Flint River Council is offering a $25 discount off the price of Cub or Webelos Adventure Camp. Register now for Adventure Camp by clicking the mail/offline payment type. After your Day Camp is complete, we will credit those who paid for Day Camp the $25 toward their Adventure Camp registration. Don't miss out!

Last call to join our Galactic Trek for a summer blast off! We are looking for space rangers for a week full of amazing activities, including space gun blasting, meteor toss, creating your own moon buggy, and more!

Trekkers, if you're up for the challenge, bring your friends along and meet us at Command Central!

  
   
          Tussahaw Twilight Camp: July 8-12

Let the Adventure Begin!

We're getting ready for the 2013 Popcorn Sale. Mark you calendars now to attend the District Kick-Off to be held in your area on Saturday, August 3. At the kick-off you will receive the latest information for the popcorn sale.

Come sample our popular Sour Cream & Onion flavored popcorn or maybe even some of the Buffalo Cheddar. You will also learn about the new prize incentives program for our Scouts.

Keep checking the website for the latest information and "Let the Adventure Begin!"

Bring the family tubing!

Escape the summer heat with a cool float down the Flint River. A minimum of 10 is needed to set sail on any Saturday during the summer months beginning June 8th for only $3 per person. Two sessions are offered daily at 10am & 2pm. Come for the fun of a float down the Flint and stay to enjoy the park, hiking, fishing or other activities. Camping is also available in limited quantities.

To reserve your spot, email laura.lovell@scouting.org by Wednesday evening each week. See you at the Flint River Adventure Area!

Reserve your spot now for Camp Thunder in 2014 and experience all the thrills of summer camp along with whitewater rafting! With so many amazing things on the horizon in 2014, don't be the Troop that misses out on the adventure.

Week #1 starts Sunday, June 1 and a $250 deposit will reserve your campsite for Summer 2014. Visit our Gerald I. Lawhorn Scouting Base Facebook page to see pictures of the new whitewater experience and more!

Call the Camping Department at (770) 227-4556 for details and to reserve your campsite. See you at Lawhorn!

August 24

Enjoy a last hurrah of summer with a huge beach party at the Chandler Waterfront at Lawhorn Scouting Base! Swim, enjoy beach games, and battle your den mates to be named "Noodle Champion".

Your registration fee of $10 per person includes lunch and a day full of fun activities. Bring the family or your entire den to Lawhorn to say goodbye to summer and hello to a great year of Scouting!

September 21-22 

Designed after our very popular climbing weekends, join your Troop or Crew at Lawhorn for a weekend of camping and shooting sports fun! Activities will include unlimited archery and rifle and a ticket for 25 shots shotgun. There will also be a chance for Venture Crew members to shoot pistols from 4-6 (with proof of Venture Crew membership).

The cost is a low $20 per participant and includes a night of camping! Adults can camp for $5 and if we have space, will be allowed to participate in the shooting activities for an additional $15 fee the day of. A second night of camping can be added for $5 per participant.

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As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen the protection of youth in our programs, the designation of parents of youth members in traditional programs as ScoutParents ended effective July 1. Councils are encouraging current ScoutParents to now officially register as dues-paying adult volunteers or leaders if they are not already.

Like all BSA adult positions, this new role will require a criminal background check and the completion of Youth Protection training.  
 

Jeremiah Smith - Crew 911

Jeremiah Smith is among 115 students statewide to be named a 2013 Georgia Scholar by the Georgia Department of Education, receiving a special seal for his diploma. The Georgia Scholar Program recognizes high school seniors who have achieved excellence in their school and in their community.

Jeremiah was also presented with the 2013 Veterans of Foreign Wars Eagle Scout of the Year award to recognize his excellence and achievements in Crew 911, chartered by Carriage Lane Presbyterian Church in Peachtree City, Georgia.

Congratulations, Jeremiah! The Flint River Council commends you for your hard work!
 

The Hornaday Award is the foremost conservation award in the Scouting program. Six Scouts and four volunteers have been recognized with a Hornaday Badge in the Flint River Council since 2010. Units also have an opportunity to earn a recognition for conservation service.

If a Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer is interested in the Hornaday Award program, the following steps should be taken PRIOR to beginning with any work outside of the Merit Badge requirements:

1. Read all information regarding the requirements and expectations on the National BSA Hornaday webpage.
    
2. Contact the Council Conservation Committee, Keith Larson at 678-525-7713 or keith_larson@bellsouth.net

Family Camping Weekend

August 30 - September 2

Your family is invited to a weekend of camping at the Lawhorn Scouting Base. Enjoy 1, 2 or 3 nights at the east coast's most beautiful Scout camp! All BSA families are welcome!

Spook-O-Ree

October 11-13
October 18-20
October 25-27

All Cub Scout families are invited to join us for the annual Spook-o-Ree. Bring your costume and be ready for a fun-filled, scary weekend at Lawhorn!