Cardinal District

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Scouting is a game for boys under the leadership of boys under the direction of a man.

– Lord Robert Baden-Powell

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Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills – Oct. 21-22, 2022 September 8, 2022 The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors.

Unit Role: New Member Coordinator June 2, 2022 The New Member Coordinator (NMC) is a relatively new role in Scouting units. An NMC invites new members to join the unit and engages with those members and their families to ensure that they want to stay.

Cardinal District Twilight Camp: June 23-26, 2022 June 2, 2022 Cardinal District will be hosting a “Weird Science” Twilight Camp from June 23-26 at Optimist Farm in Apex. Camp will last from 5:00 p.m. through 8:30 p.m. each day, with check-in and drop-off beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Cardinal District Leader Specific Training – June 4, 2022 April 19, 2022 Classroom training as a substitute for online training provides the opportunity for attendees to learn from other Scouters as well as share ideas and concerns.

Diversity in Cooking: Addressing Dietary Needs and Allergies – May 14, 2022 April 2, 2022 Professional chef Eddie Wilson will conduct this training that will be helpful to many Scout leaders. Cost is $10. Please contact Eddie at [email protected] to register and for more information.

Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

2022

Cardinal District Roundtable

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Oct 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Roundtable will be held in a hybrid format for the foreseeable future.

Oct

Thu

2022

Cardinal District Committee Meeting

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Oct 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm

Meetings will be held via Zoom for the foreseeable future.

Categories: District Committee

Oct

Fri

2022

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills – Oct. 21-22, 2022 @ Camp Agape

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Oct 21 – Oct 22 all-day

The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors. Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a Scout-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors.

NOTE: IOLS is required for all Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, and Venturing Advisors to be considered BSA-trained in addition to the position-specific training for that position.

Location: Camp Agape, 1369 Tyler Dewar Lane, Fuquay-Varina

Gathering: 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – check in (please eat dinner before you come)

Training: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Saturday

Bring a tent, sleeping bag and personal gear.
Breakfast will be provided on Saturday. Be prepared to cook your own lunch on Saturday – stoves and propane will be provided if needed.
Pre-packaged snacks will be provided. Please indicate any food allergies or dietary restrictions when registering.

Course fee: $20.00 – which includes campground rental, Saturday breakfast, snacks, hand-out materials, and training card.

Questions? Contact Gary Wilhelm at [email protected].

Categories: Training

Oct

Thu

2022

Netami Chapter Meeting @ Apex United Methodist Church, Room DC400

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Oct 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm