Indian Nations Council

In February 2010, the Boy Scouts of America will celebrate 100 years as an organization. Founded as an outlet to prepare every eligible youth in America to become a participating citizen and leader, BSA has more than fulfilled its mission. Today, as we celebrate our first 100 years, we not only reflect on our rich history, but lay the foundation for a strong future, as well.

Visit www.scouting.org/100years for a wealth of information on the 100th Anniversary events. Examples of events are alumni connection, Scouting for Food, geocaching, Time Capsule, Blue and Gold ceremonies, Jamboree and more.

See the letter from Bob Mazzuca, Chief Scout Executive and John Gottschalk, BSA National President

Did You Know?

Since 1910...Top five merit badges:

First Aid—6,445,898
Swimming—5,852,372
Camping—4,301,253
Cooking—4,098,133
Citizenship in the Community—3,119,270

2010 Eagle Scout Scholarship Applications Are Online

Applications for Eagle Scout scholarships for 2010 are now available at www.nesa.org. The Council Web site will link back to the following URL so
Eagle Scouts who apply for a college scholarship will have the correct application, which is a mandatory requirement. Incorrect applications from prior years will not be accepted. The URL is as follows:

www.nesa.org/applications.html

See the flyer for more information

Scouting for Food

Official kick off is February 27th. Collection bags will be handed out to all units starting at this time.

Units will have the month of March to pass out the bags and retrieve them filled with non perishable

boxed and canned food items. Please no glass. March 27th is the actual collection day.

Based on input from individual Scouters, the Order of the Arrow, local Councils, health and safety and risk management committees, and high-adventure bases, there was confusion on when to use any of more than 20 different health forms in use across the nation. There was also an immediate need to update a medical form for the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. The Health and Safety Committee took on the challenge and the opportunity to establish one Annual Health and Medical Record for all ages and known risks. It is simple and yet comprehensive enough to be used for both health and wellness evaluations as well as emergency situations.

Boy Scouts of America Races into a New Decade with Dale Coyne Racing
Connecting youth through leadership and education

National Photo Contest
Coffee table book will be a visual representation of modern-day Scouting

The Boy Scouts of America: Today photo contest begins January 12, 2010, and entries must be received by March 31, 2010. Photos must be representative of Scouting activities but are not limited to any specific event. Photographs submitted for consideration must have been taken within one year of entry. Visit scoutstuff.upickem.net/engine/Welcome.aspx?contestid=12834 for more information including how to submit photos for consideration.