Report to the State 2022 Samuel Warner, Troop 601, Presented on behalf of the Samoset Council
For the first time since 2019, Eagle Scouts throughout Wisconsin delivered their BSA Council Report to the State, to Governor Tony Evers – in person. Due to the pandemic, the past two years the annual event took place virtually.
Samuel Warner, 17, from Troop 601 in Eagle River had the privilege to update the governor from the Samoset Council. He was joined by his father and Scoutmaster Ty Warner at the state Capitol on Tuesday, April 5. Samuel spoke about his Eagle Scout project as well as the amount of popcorn sales his troop sold last year. His troop sold more than $30,000 in popcorn last year. Samuel mentioned that their youngest member, Scout R.J. Behrens sold the most bringing in $10,000.Everyone in the room chuckled, including Evers.
A full story will appear in the Samoset Voice summer edition. Check out previous editions of the Samoset Voice here.
Scouting for Food - Over 42,000 Pounds!
Way to go Scouts! Samoset Council Scouts collected more than 42,000 pounds of food in April during the annual Scouting for Food campaign. We received a lot of photos of Troops and Packs having fun participating in the annual food drive.
Samoset Council Pinewood Derby Olympics Saturday May 7! Cohosted by Packs 435 & 438
Rev up for the Samoset Council Pinewood Derby Olympics! Bring your friends and cheer on fellow Scouts Saturday, May 7 at Bethany Baptist Church. There's still time to sign up! Awards will be given out for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place as well as best-in-show and Cubmaster choice.
Any Scout participating in the Pinewood Derby Olympics, who brings a friend to recruit, will have their $5 entry fee waived and both (after the friend has signed up with BSA) will receive a free Estes Gnome Rocket kit with 3 engines!
The event will also include Informational booths on Scouting programs, food concessions and other fun activities! Pits open at 11am with the opening ceremony lineup set for 11:35am.
Cub Scout Pack 438 (Rothschild) are pictured at their Pinewood Derby in February.
Spring Recruiting Update
2022 Samoset Council New Membership Incentive!
From April 1, 2022 through December 30, 2022 any brand new youth that join our traditional programs (does not include Webelos to Scout Transition youth) will receive a $25 Coupon to the Samoset Scout Shop.
This coupon will be mailed to the parents of new Scouts in a welcome letter after they are officially registered, and can be used on any merchandise in the Samoset Weston Scout Shop location (including online, call-in, and mail-in orders to Weston Shop).
The coupon is good for a purchase of up to $25, and must be used all in the same transaction, no cash back or balance remaining.
Can use on any merchandise and can include postage if placing a mail/online order.
If used for mail or online order, user must take a photo or scan the coupon and email that to Scoutshop@Samoset.org or to the Scout Shop Associate you are placing the order with.
Expiration date of 6 months from issue date.
For information on the Spring Recruiting campaign, additional recruiting incentives for both current and new Scouts or a recruiting "toolkit" click here.
Scout Shop Pricing Increases
As you have undoubtedly noticed, unprecedented supply chain issues and increasing costs have affected all industries, from everyday groceries to the gas pump. Unfortunately, the BSA is not exempt from the impact of these supply chain challenges.
Shipping containers that used to quote at $3,500 are now being quoted at $22,000. Manufacturing costs and scarce materials have significantly impacted product availability, order procurement, lead times, and product costs. As a result of significant cost increases mixed with rising fuel prices, and despite doing our best efforts to manage or offset these costs, we are forced to make the difficult decision to make price increases across many of our product categories.
As such you will notice price changes on inventory and items throughout our store. Our national supply group remains committed to providing quality products at competitive prices in support of our Scouting movement. We appreciate your support and all you do for our youth during these unprecedented times!
CAMP NEWS
Summer Camp Payments Due June 1
Would you believe summer camp is right around the corner? Our staff are working diligently to make sure we have all of the perfect pieces where they need to be before your arrival! In order to make your stay with us as seamless as possible, please make sure your final payments are made no later than June 1. Add this date to your calendar by clicking here.
You can send a check to the Samoset Council office or you can check out our pay-online feature in your DoubleKnot account! If you have any questions, please email Brit Burmeister at camp@samoset.org.
Summer Camp Staff Needed
We're excited to welcome so many Scouts and leaders at Crystal Lake Scout Reservation this summer! With our increase in attendance, we’d like to bring a few extra hands on board our staff team this year.
Paid positions are available for those ages 15+ and our Counselor-In-Training program is perfect for youth ages 14-15 wanting to test the waters of summer camp staff. If you or someone you know are interested in joining our camp staff family, please send Brit Burmeister an email at camp@samoset.org.
WELCOME NEW ASSOCIATES!
New Scout Shop Associate Welcome Hannah Guerrero!
Hannah started April 27 and enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, kayaking, photography, flower gardening, and exploring the outdoors. Some of her favorite trips were visiting Washington DC, Yellowstone National Park, and British Columbia. She also enjoys participating in mission trips and is looking forward to going on a mission trip out of the country.
Hannah Guerrero
NEW Unit Serving Executive Welcome Robert Jacoby
Meet Robert Jacoby the newest Unit Serving Executive for the Samoset Council. He is a former high school teacher and Eagle Scout. Robert and his wife have three young energetic boys and one more boy on the way. Robert began working with Samoset Council in February in the BSA Outreach program.
“I look forward to working with, and getting to know more community members to share and grow our love of Scouting,” Robert said.
Robert Jacoby
Now HIRING! Field Team - Youth Program Coordinator Part Time
The Samoset Council is looking for a qualified Youth Program Coordinator. The Coordinator provides leadership to the achievement of the council's philosophy, mission, and strategy, and to its annual objectives and goals.
Focuses on increased membership, advancement, program participation, outdoor program, and a positive Scouting experience for youth/participants that may not otherwise have the opportunity. The Program Coordinator is a member of the Outreach Team and may serve several different programs within the team.
For more information or to apply click the Indeed link below.
It’s Spring! That means it’s time to get ready for the camping and adventure season with specialized trainings and courses for youth and adult Scouts.
Sign up for Den Chief, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, National Youth Leadership Training, Wood Badge and Wilderness First Aid.
These action-packed training programs are designed to provide outdoor skills, leadership ability, and experience and planning for great youth-led camping adventures.
Register online by clicking the training tab on Samoset.org.
Roundtable Changes
In an effort to improve Roundtables, we’re currently in the process of making a few changes to the monthly gatherings.
Beginning in May, some of the locations will change to a more fellowship-based venue. Please see our online calendar for updates to your area’s location.
In May we will also feature a paired down version of the typical information distribution as we hope most have had the chance to capitalize on our Spring recruitment and training resources.
If you need Spring marketing materials, please reach out to your Unit Serving Executive prior to the roundtable so they can be distributed at the meeting. Digital assets can be found here.
Moving forward we will likely be implementing more changes based on the feedback we receive, so please stay tuned!
Please Note: Tomahawk will not be holding a Roundtable for the Month of May.
