2009 10 - Iron Chef Shawnee District Camporee

Troop 182 scouts attended the annual Shawnee District Camporee @ Camp Echockotee. Our scouts got the Iron Chef Award and other competitions awards.

Did You Know? Rank Requirements change

Did You Know? Rank Requirements change

Along with the Year of Celebration marking Scouting’s 100th anniversary comes a real collector’s item: The centennial edition of The Boy Scout Handbook, which carries several rank requirement changes that go into effect Jan. 1, 2010:

Tenderfoot
A Scout must teach another person how to tie a square knot using the EDGE model (explain, demonstrate, guide, and enable). He also must be able to discuss four specific examples of how he lived the points of the Scout Law in his daily life.

Second Class
A Scout must discuss the principles of Leave No Trace and explain the factors to consider when choosing a patrol site and where to pitch a tent.

He must explain what respect is due the flag of the United States.

He must again discuss four examples of how he lived four different points of the Scout Law in his daily life.

He must earn an amount of money agreed upon by the Scout and his parents and save at least 50 percent of it.

First Class
An additional requirement to the 10 separate troop/patrol activities states he must demonstrate the principles of Leave No Trace on these outings.

He must discuss four more examples of how he lived the remaining four points of the Scout Law in his daily life.

Life
A Scout must use the EDGE model to teach a younger Scout a specified skill.

Star, Life, and Eagle
Troop Webmaster and Leave No Trace Trainer are two new leadership positions.

Note: If a Boy Scout is working out of the old edition of the handbook, he may continue using those requirements until he completes that rank. Then he must move to the new edition.

Special Needs Camporee + JOTA/JOTI

Hi troop 182,

This weekend se have two important activities:

1. Special Needs Camporee at Camp Echockotee. Saturday: all day
activities. A great opportunity to serve.

2. Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI).

You can participate on JOTI at any time from your own computer by
opening an account on https://www.jotajoti.org/community. All you have
to do is to contact other Scouts in the community, send "Validation
Cards" to them and request them to receive "Validation Cards". You can
see the number of validation cards you send or receive. You can find
me too and send/request a validation card to/from ScoutmasterJose (my
nickname)

I already opened one account for Troop 182 (troop182jax). Search for
"troop182jax" and send/request a validation card too. This will also
be a proof that you participated in JOTI as part of Troop 182. JOTI is
open to scouts and adults who want to participate on this worldwide
experience.

I will also be participating on English and Spanish via Twitter
(ScoutmasterJose) and the hashtags are #JOTI2009 and #JOTwitter.

You can also request validation cards to your friends in Facebook or MySpace.

My connection times will be Friday, Saturday, Sunday evenings. I will
also try connecting from Camp Echockotee on Saturday morning during
the Special needs Camporee.


3. Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) via radio

Here is the information if you want to participate on JOTA Jamboree on
the Air via radio.

> Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts can communicate with other Scouts around the
> world!
>
> The Duval County Amateur Radio Emergency Service is sponsoring Jamboree on
> the Air (JOTA) this year at the Marshside campus of Neptune Beach Baptist
> Church, 13723 Atlantic Blvd., 8am - 5pm.
>
> This can also be an opportunity to earn the Radio Merit Badge. More
> information is available. Email me.
>

See you live on Echockotee or online. Have fun, serve others, and make
international contacts.

Yours in Scouting,

Jose

Jose G. Lepervanche
SM Troop 182

Celebrating 100 Years - A Year of Celebration

Celebrating 100 Years - A Year of Celebration

For 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for millions of America's youth. Through A Year of Celebration, A Century of Making a Difference, we will demonstrate the incredible impact of a century of living the Scout Law.

Program participants will earn recognition for making a difference in their communities due to their dedication to five of Scouting's core values: Leadership, Character, Community Service, Achievement, and the Outdoors. Through that commitment, participants can earn each of five award ribbons to display from our 100th Anniversary commemorative patch.

A Year of Celebration will take place from September 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010. The program is open to all Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturers, adult leaders, and Scouting alumni. Read the patch requirements to learn more.

You can also download the patch requirements by group:

• Cub Scouts
• Boy Scouts
• Venturers
• Adult Leaders
• Alumni

For 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for America's youth. Through A Year of Celebration, we celebrate this legacy and commit ourselves to inspire and prepare future generations.

Scouts Honor Capt. Scott Speicher

August 14th, 2009

Scouts and adults were at the Veteran's Memorial Wall to honor Capt. Speicher. Troop 182 and 631 SPLs were interviewed live for the local TV news. One of our scouts was interviewed for the Times-Union. Watch a T-U report of the events, the presence our scouts and the T-U interview.

Watch slides of our Scouts during tribute to Capt. Speicher.

August 13th, 2009

All Scouts and Scouters in the North Florida Council

The funeral procession for Navy Captain Michel Scott Speicher will be this Friday, August 14th. We encourage Scouts/Volunteers to attend this event in support of Speicher's service as a Scout. Participation will include numerous Fire Fighters and Police from as far south as Miami, High School Junior ROTC units, and countless citizens of Jacksonville. BSA participation will further honor him, as he learned many of his outstanding character qualities as a Scout himself.

Participation in this event will give our Scouts a first-hand sense of citizenship, patriotism, honor and reverence, characteristics we hold in highest esteem within the Scout Law.

Scouts and adults from Troop 182 will be at the Veteran's Memorial Wall around 9:30 a.m.

2009 07 Summer Camp II - Camp Daniel Boone

Here's a collection of photos from Troop 182's 2009 Summer Camp Week up in the mountains of North Carolina taken by Hans.

The boys accomplished so much in terms of merit badges earned and Rock School for 3 senior scouts. Even cub scout Jacob did big boy stuff (BSA Swim test, canoeing, rafting, horseback riding, archery) with the troop. The 4 adult leaders had an easy time and camping was perfect!

Hydration - How and Why

Hydration - How and Why

An automobile engine needs coolant to keep it from overheating. If the radiator runs dry, the engine can be ruined.

Bad things happen to people, too, when their fluid levels are low. Blood thickens and becomes more difficult for their hearts to pump. They can feel tired, irritable, and perhaps nauseous. That's called heat exhaustion. Treat it with rest in the shade and sips of water.

Heat stroke strikes when the body's cooling mechanism is so overworked it stops functioning. That's a life-threatening emergency. Cool the victim however you can-with shade and wet cloths, for example, or the air-conditioner in a car. Get medical attention as soon as possible.

Of course, the best way to deal with heat illnesses is to avoid them in the first place. Plan your activities so that you carry all the water you need, or can replenish your supplies along the way.


Drink, Drink, Drink

Thirst is not always the best indicator of your body's need for water. Instead, drink often enough for your urine to remain light-colored or clear.

In hot weather, refresh your water containers at every opportunity. Drink your fill, then refill your container before leaving a water source.
Keep water readily available and drink small amounts frequently.
Don't ration water. If you are thirsty, you need to drink.
Avoid consuming a lot of caffinated drinks, which can act as diuretics -- agents that purge fluids from the body.
Don't underestimate your need for water. During strenuous activities in hot weather, your body might require two to three gallons of water per day.
Remember that carrying water with you isn't enough. You need to drink it, too, in order to stay happy, healthy, and hydrated.

For more information, consult Chapter 14, "Hot-Weather Travel and Camping," of the BSA Fieldbook, Fourth Edition.