Greetings Trailblazer District and Happy Independence Day!  Below you will find this special installment of the Trailblazer Scouting News Flash. Key reminders for this edition include School Night for Scouting Kickoff (Be sure to RSVP!), Florence Freedom Scout Night (Registration Deadline is Close!), and Popcorn 2013 (Have you filled out your Form?). Please also check out the flyer for new Venture Crew 75 forming in Campbell County. As always, don’t forget to LIKE US on the Trailblazer District Facebook page and Visit the Trailblazer Website at www.trailblazer.danbeard.org for news and updates. These are the key ways to send and receive district communications and share best practices. Stay mission-minded and let’s impact the lives of kids this month! Please enjoy!

Information included in this Scouting News Flash:

ü  District Vision

ü  Key District Leadership

ü  Roundtable Reminder

ü  Upcoming District & Council Events

ü  Special Announcement

ü  School Night for Scouting Kickoff

ü  Scout Night @ Florence Freedom

ü  Powered by Popcorn 2013

ü  Fall Activity Save-the-Dates

ü  Do you know a Difference Maker?

District Vision

To Blaze the Trail for all Dan Beard Council districts, achieving at the highest level in its effort to create real impact for all eligible youth and families throughout Northern Kentucky.   

Key District Volunteer Leadership

District Chair: Steve Harper

District Commissioner: Jim Clinkenbeard

District Vice Chair-Program: Jeff Hoppe

District Friends of Scouting Chair: David Shuley

District Communications: April Cremeans  

Roundtable Reminder

The next regular monthly Scout Leader Roundtable will be held Thursday, August 8^th, beginning at 7:00 pm. This Roundtable is for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Leaders. Please send at least one representative to gather and share information.

**There will be a School Night for Scouting Kickoff held Thursday, July 25^th for all Cub Scout Packs (See below for details)

Roundtables are held at Lakeside Christian Church (195 Buttermilk Pike, Lakeside Park, KY  41017)

Upcoming District & Council Events

July 4^th – Happy Independence Day!

July 25^th – School Night for Scouting Kickoff (Lakeside Christian)

July 26^th – Save-the-Date Florence Freedom Overnight

Special Announcement

Kara Hudepohl  has indicated to Dan Beard Council leadership that she will be leaving the Trailblazer District, effective June 21^st, to pursue career opportunities in the field of social work. The Trailblazer District Committee and Commissioner Staff would like to thank Kara for her service to Scouting and also wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors. Should you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to Adam Blanchard.  

School Night for Scouting Kickoff

Summer is off to a great start – what an exciting time for Scouting!  But before we know it, schools will be starting back up and it will be time to make a big push for School Night for Scouting to recruit Cub Scouts into your packs. To help you prepare for this important campaign, we have scheduled a meeting later this summer that we would like to have two representatives from each Pack attend:

July 25, 2013 – School Night for Scouting Kickoff – 6:30pm – this meeting will focus on the things you can do to prepare to receive Scouts and their families into your Pack.  Those first few interactions are critical because it is when they determine how long they will stay in the Pack and whether or not they will volunteer as leaders. We will also focus on providing you the tools and training to put on a first-rate sign-up meeting.  At this time, all of the School Night supplies will be available for pickup including: School Night packets, yard signs, posters, Boy’s Life mini-magazines, buddy cards, bookmarks, applications, and more!

The meeting will take place at Lakeside Christian Church (195 Buttermilk Pike, Lakeside Park, KY). Please RSVP to Cub Recruitment Chair, Rachael Palmieri, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

I know what you’re thinking – you are extremely busy, why should you come to this meeting?  Believe it or not, it will actually save you time and frustration. We are going to show and give you all the resources you need to have an incredible Fall recruitment campaign, keep more of those Scouts and their families in the Pack, and have more leaders involved in your program, making less work for you!  Plus, every Pack who has at least 1 representative attend will receive 3 certificates for Free Admission to this year’s Cub-O-Ree – that is a $24 value!  Please plan to attend this important meeting; we’ll certainly look forward to seeing you there!

Scout Night @ Florence Freedom (flyer attached)

The 2013 Boy Scout Sleepover hosted by the Florence Freedom is Friday, July 26th. This year’s game includes:

·         Fireworks

·         Pre-game on-field clinic with Freedom players and local vendors

·         Private autograph session for scouts and those sleeping over

·         Freedom logo baseball

·         Soda and popcorn after game during sleepover

·         Freedom sleepover badge for scouts

Note: You do not have to be a boy scout to sleepover. Click here to find out details of the sleepover. Click here to reserve a spot for your scout group. Must book by July 12^th to guarantee your badge.

Send forms to:

Florence Freedom

Attn: Scout Sleepover

7950 Freedom Way

Florence, Kentucky 41042

Powered by Popcorn 2013

IS YOUR UNIT SELLING THIS YEAR?? It’s never too soon to start thinking POPCORN!! Selling popcorn is an outstanding fundraiser for scouting units. Not only is it yummy, but 70% of all sales go directly back to Scouting. A Scout that sells popcorn gains awesome communication skills, builds self-esteem, and excels in leadership. Please encourage your unit to participate in selling popcorn because of the exceptional opportunity it provides to youth. This year’s Popcorn commitment form is now available and attached to this message. For any immediate questions, please contact the Trailblazer District Popcorn Kernel Sean Sweeney at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Adam Blanchard at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Fall Activity Save-the-Dates

As Packs, Troops, and Crews begin to plan the calendar for the next program year, there are several opportunities to simply plug in District-sponsored events. Highlighted below are three annual events that are sure to be a hit with your Scouts. Don’t forget to add these dates to your calendar now so you don’t miss out on the fun and exciting activities coming up this fall! 

2013 BB Gun & Archery Academy

What:

A four hour shooting extravaganza, including BB Guns, Archery,

Slingshots, and more. There will be two, four hour sessions.

Please register for one.

When/Where:

September 21^st

Camp Michaels

3486 Hathaway Road

Union, KY 41091

Two Sessions: 8am-12pm & 1:30pm-5:30pm

Who:

All Cub Scouts who enjoy shooting!

2013 Fall Cub-O-Ree

What:

The Cub-O-Ree is an overnight camping experience designed to give

both new and existing Cub Scouts an exciting adventure at the start of

the new school year. While at the event, boys will get a taste of what

Cub Scouting offers through camping, shooting sports, games, crafts,

campfires, and spending quality time with their family.

When/Where:

September 28 Cincinnati/NKY Airport

1473 Youell Rd.,

Hebron, KY 41048

Who:

Everyone! The Cub-O-Ree is an event designed for the whole family.

Cub Scouts, along with Mom, Dad, and siblings are all invited to come

spend the night enjoying the Scouting experience as a family.

Visit www.danbeard.org/cuboree for more information!

2013 Fall Boy Scout Camporee

Date: October 18/20, 2013
Deadline for Registering for camporee: Oct 1, 2013
Place: Kentucky Speedway 1 Speedway Drive Sparta, KY 41086
Location of Camping Area: Millionaire's Row on Kentucky Speedway grounds.
Cost: $25.00 ea Camping or Non-Camping. This can be a day only event for Units. (Extra Charge for XXXXL T-Shirt $2.00 ea)
Discounted Fee $20.00 if paid on or before Sept 15, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. Or until sold out. Anyone who registers after this date may not get custom T-Shirt due to time it takes to deliver them.

Regular Fee $25.00 if paid on Sept 16th at 12:01 a.m. and later. Time based on time of receipt issued by DoubleKnot at Dan Beard Council. (Time you pay your camporee fee to Council )

Who can attend: Scouts, Venture Crews, Webelos I and II and "Cub Scouts as a day event only". (Due to Ky Speedway's request Camporee is limited to the first 600 registered people) This number will not change as it did for the Spring Camporee it is firm due to security requirements.

What will the scouts get for their fee: Weekend of camping in Millionaire's Row, Special camporee patch, Ribbon for your unit flag, Legends Racing, Unit Pictures will be taken by a profession photographer. Scoutmobile races. Racing oriented fun events. Time to just sit in grandstand and watch the Legend Races. Bused Race Track Tours with guides. Custom Camporee T-shirts, Wide game Friday night with trading cards and Church Services.

How can I let Camporee Staff know you want your unit to attend? Click HERE and fill out form. NOTE THIS DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR CAMPOREE ONLY LETS US KNOW IF THERE IS INTEREST IN THE CAMPOREE. YOU MUST PAY YOUR FEE AT DOUBLEKNOT TO GET OFFICIALLY REGISTERED.

How do I pay for the Camporee? You must pay your camporee fee in person at council or online at Dan Beard Council's DoubleKnot system. (I will have the link to DoubleKnot here when it us up and working. At that time this note will be removed).

Nominate a Difference Maker

Do you know someone making a difference in the lives of children in our community? Don't they deserve to be recognized? Time is running out to nominate them for a Difference Maker Award! The nomination deadline has just been extended to July 15, 2013.

The Cincinnati Museum Center has an annual event called the Difference Maker Awards. During this ceremony, both adults and children that have made a difference in their community through service projects or other endeavors are honored.

You can nominate someone today in the following categories: Youth (17 and younger); adult - volunteer; adult - professional; business/for-profit; non-profit organization/community social service organization.

Since the original Difference Maker Awards in 2008, we've recognized more than 150 fantastic nominees. Visit our website to nominate a Difference Maker today!

Nominees will be recognized for their hard work and dedication at the Sixth Annual Difference Maker Awards dinner on Thursday, Nov. 7. At the dinner, we'll announce the winners and present them with this year's Difference Maker award.

In Scouting,

Adam Blanchard, District Director, (513) 577-7724

Jessie Bowen, District Executive (513) 577-7734

The Dan Beard Council prepares more than 35,000 young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Scouting is funded by Friends of Scouting, the Popcorn Sale and the United Way.

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