Serving the Youth of Southern Arizona
Whether you’re currently a Scout or want to see what Scouting has to offer your family, Catalina Council Boy Scouts of America welcomes you to join us at the races
Gates open at 3pm
Racing starts at 4pm
Special Scout Admission:
Scouts in uniform $3
(arrive between 5-5:45 for your chance to win a Ride Along)
Scout friends (under 19 yrs old) $5
Scout parent/volunteer $8
Tickets available at the Boy Scout booth on race day
Join the TSO Sunday, January 27, as we fulfill the Music Badge requirements for Boy Scouts, have some lunch, and see TSO’s performance of Fresh Music, Copland and More.This will be a fantastic time for anyone who plays an instrument or is interested in learning more about music. The TSO is performing the U.S. premiere of Arturo Marquez’s new Trumpet Concerto, played by Pacho Flores, for whom the piece was written.
Discounted tickets available for chaperones too! Buy your tickets HERE using discount code TSOBOYSCOUT
12pm Arrive at Tucson Symphony Center, activities begin (2175 N. 6th Ave.)
1:10pm Lunch time
1:30pm Depart for Tucson Music Hall (260 S. Church Ave)
2pm TSO performance starts
4pm TSO performance ends
The Winter Thorlo Sock Sale starts on on Monday November 12th,. If you buy 2 or more pairs you save 25%
The District Award of Merit (DAM) is a council award presented by districts in the same manner that the Silver Beaver is a national award presented by councils. The awardis available to Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level
Nominations for the DAM should be made using this form. The due by dates for the Districts are as follows:
Old Pueblo- December 7th- Email Nominations to Richie Benner
Cochise- December 7th- Email Nominations to Sheila Foraker
Spanish Trails- November 26th- Email Nominations to Dan Rowland
The Silver Beaver Award was introduced in 1931 and is a council‐level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award are registered Scouters who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. The Court of Honor for the volunteers selected will be held at the Annual Council Volunteer Recognition Dinner on February 9th, 2019. Please join us in congratulating the following volunteers on their selection:
Ron Brown- Old Pueblo
Kevin Kinghorn- Council Board
Scotty Pignatella- Spanish Trails
Virginia Robillard- Old Pueblo
Toni Young- Old Pueblo
NRA Pistol Coach training class.
December 8 & 9, 2018.
At the Pima Pistol Club: https://pimapistolclub.com
This class is primarily intended to support the Scholastic Action Shooting Program
www.ScholasticActionShootingProgram.com
but is offered to interested Scouters. This is considered a Level V activity in the BSA Shooting Sports Manual (page 11).
https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/outdoor%20program/pdf/30931_wb.pdf
Sign up here: https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=508789&seats=20&State=n&zip=85718&radius=25.1&id=43&bsa=&youth=&women=
Many of us have a Troop (or Pack or Crew) Trailer that we keep our Troop (or Pack or Crew) gear and supplies in. This is a convenient way to keep gear consolidated, (sort of) organized, and ready to go for an activity. Unfortunately, trailers are often tempting targets for thieves and vandals. Here are some tips on preventing your Troop (or Pack or Crew) Trailer from getting stolen:
Enjoy the cooling weather and safe Scouting.
Catalina Council is looking for adult leaders for the 2021 National Jamboree.
We are looking for Scoutmasters and Crew Advisors. The 2021 National Jamboree will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, the third Jamboree to be held at this site. This is Scouting’s flagship event and is a one-of-a-kind experience with approximately 40,000 Scouts, leaders and staff that showcases everything that is great about the BSA and its members. The Jamboree , held every four years, is an awesome opportunity for Scouts and their leaders to experience the best of Scouting, all in one place. Features include: one of the longest zip line courses in North America, a world-class skate park, ATVs, treetop canopy tours, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, patch trading, stadium shows and more.
Please fill out Catalina Council’s online 2021 Jamboree Adult Leader Application by November 30, 2018.
The Catalina Council & Grand Canyon Council in conjunction with Freeport-McMoRan have joined together to offer your Scouts the best opportunity to earn the Mining in Society Merit Badge.
Adults are REQUIRED to REGISTER for this MB clinic (at no cost) if attending.
Register Here
When: Saturday, January 12th from 8:00AM to 3:30PM
Buses will be transporting everyone over the Freeport-McMoRan mine. Individual access is not permitted at the mine site. Please arrive early at the Community Performance & Arts Center to park your vehicle and load the bus.
Buses will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. SHARP – No exceptions for late arrivals.
Where:
Parking to get on the bus for transport to the mine.
Community Performance & Arts Center
1250 W. Continental Rd,
Green Valley, AZ 85622
Buses leave promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Prerequisites:
Read the Mining in Society MB booklet (available at Scout Shop)
Bring Worksheet with the following items completed: Requirements 1a, 1b and 1c, and Requirements 7a, 7b, 7c or 7d
Mining in Society worksheet
http://scoutingevent.com/attachment/badges/Mining_in_Society.pdf
ALL attendees must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
Bring a pen
Blue cards are to be filled out with the following information prior to arriving at the workshop
Badge requirements:
Their personal information – Click on Link for Photo Release Form
http://scoutingevent.com/attachment/BSA010/document_15070510400_2390.docx
Catalina Council is celebrating 100 years of operation in 2019. In commemoration of this occasion, the Council is releasing this limited edition Challenge Coin. Only 300 of these amazing coins will be made to celebrate the 100th Anniversary! Get yours while supplies last.
Order your coin Here today
