Did you receive the June/July version of the Mountain Echo? The Echo is full of Council information, a list of our newest Eagle Scouts, training information, and a message from our Key 3. Reading the Echo is one of the best ways to stay informed.
In this issue don’t miss the announcement for the Centennial Day of Service. That’s right! The Mount Baker Council is 100 years old this year and we are celebrating by giving back to the Community. We are asking all Units to plan a service project on October 7, 2017. More information with specifics to follow.
Don’t miss University of Scouting on October 28, 2017. University of Scouting is the perfect way to get your basic training done prior to recharter or to take some specialty classes to enhance your program.
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Boeing has made some changes to their matching program. You can read all about the changes and program on the matching flyer. If you, or someone you know, volunteers for Scouting and works for Boeing please make sure to take advantage of this program. The funds raised through matching are of vital importance for the Council’s planning.
A few highlights from the program
Submission Deadline Payment Processing
March 24 April 31
June 23 July 31
September 22 October 31
December 21 January 31
If you have any questions about the program please contact the Everett Scout Service Center.
Thank you for volunteering with Boy Scouts of America and thank you to Boeing for their generous matching donation!
Community FOS Donor Appreciation
Every year the Mount Baker Council recognizes those Scouting supporters who have donated $190 or more at one of our three Good Scout Breakfasts. For those people who qualify the Council holds a Zip Lining, Boating, and BBQ event at Fire Mountain. Supporters are contacted on an individual basis.
June 17, 2017
11:00am to 3:00pm
Fire Mountain Scout Camp
Wear comfortable clothing
Thank you to all those in the community who support Scouting!
Are you interested in the trek of a lifetime? Many Scouts describe their Philmont trek as the highlight of their youth Scouting experiences. Make your own memories backpacking next summer through the beautiful high country of the Philmont Scout Ranch in northern New Mexico. Both male and female Scouts can apply now to join the 2018 Mount Baker Council contingent crew. Dates are June 26 – July 9, 2018.
Open for more information – 2018 Philmont trek – council contingent brochure
Register to attend the 2017 Mount Baker Council Centennial Court of Honor & Recognition Night
Read the Key 3 Perspective
Get information on the Mount Baker Summit Dinner and Centennial Auction
Plus information on Summer Camps, Training, Properties, and much more!
The Mount Baker Council invites you to enjoy a rare opportunity to shoot a specially designed sporting clays course at Granite Falls Sportsman’s Club in Granite Falls, WA. Shooters will enjoy a day of friendly competition, prizes, shooting games, raffles, and BBQ lunch.
12 and 20 Gauge Shotgun Shells are provided!
Registration starts at 7:30 AM. Warm Up Range opens at 8:00AM. Tournament starts at 10:00 AM.
Five Shooters per squad will visit 10 stations shooting 100 targets.
All proceeds support the more than 7000 Scouts in the Mount Baker Council with a portion of the proceeds going directly to support nearly 7000 Scouts and a strong shooting sports program at Fire Mountain Scout Camp.
When: Saturday, August 5th
Time: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Where: Granite Falls Sportsman’s Club
20319 Gun Club Rd
Granite Falls, WA 98252
Whether your are a new Popcorn Kernal or an experienced popcorn veteran you’ll get something out of this seminar. Learn the best practices of top selling Scout, Packs, Troops, and Councils.
Invest a couple of hours of your time to learn how to raise more money in less time to fund your unit’s Scouting adventures!
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Refreshments from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Meeting from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Weston High School
4407 – 172nd Street
Arlington, WA 98223
Whatcom District will hold an Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course on Friday-Saturday, June 16-17, 2017, at Fire Mountain Scout Camp, 26027 Walker Valley Road, Mount Vernon, WA. This training will give you the hands on practical outdoor skills needed to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. You will learn how to teach Scouts the skills they must learn from Tenderfoot through First Class and includes such areas as woods tools, map and compass, ropes, cooking, plant and animal identification, campfires, camping and hiking. It is a 2-day overnight course.
Cost: $20.00 (meals included in fee)
For more information and to register, click here.
Lions Program training on May 10th and 13th, 7 PM.
BeAScout training on May 17th, 9 AM.
These training will be in webinar format. More information how to join coming soon.
Tyee District will hold an Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course on Friday-Saturday, May 12-13, 2017, at Fire Mountain Scout Camp, 26027 Walker Valley Road, Mount Vernon, WA. This training will give you the hands on practical outdoor skills needed to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. You will learn how to teach Scouts the skills they must learn from Tenderfoot through First Class and includes such areas as woods tools, map and compass, ropes, cooking, plant and animal identification, campfires, camping and hiking. It is a 2-day overnight course.
Cost: $20.00 (meals included in fee)
For more information and to register, contact the Scout Office.
