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CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP IN JULY
Chesapeake Energy Summer Adventure, July 12-14.
All Cub Scouts are welcome to attend any of the Day Camps, you are not limited to just the one in your district. If you were not able to attend camp in June, or even if you did, all Cub Scouts are welcome to attend.
Come one come all to the greatest adventure in July. The Chesapeake Energy Summer Adventure will be a mystery solving good time. Cubs will work to solve CSI mysteries and along the way partake in a lot of outdoor excitement. Please make plans to Join us in July at the Chesapeake Energy Main Campus from Tuesday July 12 to Thursday July 14.
Place: Chesapeake Energy Main Campus
Date: July 12 to July 14
Time: 9am to 5pm (Drop off from 8:30 to 9:00)(Pick up from 5:00 to 5:30)
Who: All Cub Scouts in the Last Frontier Council who can make it. Parents, anyone who wants to help out.
Activities: Swimming, BB’s, Archery, Rock Climbing Wall, STEM Activates
Contact: Chad Cundiff 405-740-3419 or chad.cundiff@scouting.org
What Scouts need : A sack lunch, Water Bottle, Sun Screen, and a Smile.
Cost: $30
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Boy Scout Summer Camp
Come as a Maverick, No Troop Required!
Boy Scouts who wish to attend summer camp outside of a regular troop may attend Slippery Falls Scout Ranch as a Maverick. Maverick campers will enjoy all the benefits of camp including a tent, merit badge sessions, twilight activities, and meals in the dining hall. Also provided will be two-deep adult leadership with a Scoutmaster.
Mavericks attending one week of camp should follow the same registration and payment schedule as other Scouts. Mavericks attending Slippery Falls for a second or third week are exempt from late fees. Mavericks may register for any week of camp.
A maximum of six Scouts may attend the Maverick program from the same troop, and troops sending more than three Scouts must provide an adult leader. Maverick campers must have permission from their regular Scoutmaster to attend along with a written letter of reference.
 
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PHIL AND ALICE PIPPIN EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT SCHOLARSHIP
ATTENTION all Eagle Scouts
If you complete your board of review between September 1, 2015 and August 31, 2016 are eligible.
You have the opportunity to compete in a contest for the most Outstanding Eagle Scout Project of the Year! Each district submits projects for judging with one (1) scholarship awarded per district. If your project is chosen you will be moving on to compete against the top projects from the remaining districts for a spot at the TOP.
12 - District projects will be awarded a $500 scholarship
1 - Council project will be awarded a $1500 scholarship
Doing a project does NOT automatically enter you into the contest. Please submit a copy of your Eagle project to Steve Williams at the Scout office. For additional information call or email Steve at 405.840.1114 or Steve.Williams2@scouting.org
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NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING - NYLT
 Don't miss this opportunity!
Registration is closing soon.
Boy Scouts, First Class and 13 years or older, and all Venturers and Sea Scouts should attend.
July NYLT @ Camp George Thomas; registration and payment is due by Friday June 16.
What is NYLT?
- National Youth Leadership Training is a 6-day opportunity that focuses on developing future leaders for their Scout Troops, Crews, Ships, or Posts.
- Participants return with leadership skills and experience that can do positive things in their units.
- Troops can also get credit on their 2016 Journey to Excellence score card.
Last Frontier Council will offer 2 courses this summer.
July 18 - 23, 2016 at Camp George Thomas in Apache, OK
Course Director – Jenny Clement-Shaw
(580) 695-9172 or clement.jeanette@gmail.com
The first 48 FULLY PAID participants will have the opportunity to attend. Roster & alternates will be kept by date of payment. Courses are filling quickly.
Cost is $200, late fees added 45 days from course start.
Finacial Aid is still available by application. (CLICK HERE for form)
Requirements & registration deadlines are listed on the attached flyer.
Registration can be done through Tentaroo or by filling out the PDF form. (CLICK HERE for registration form)
Visit www.scouting.org for more about NYLT
Check out the video at ScoutingRocks.tv.
Send a Scout to NYLT today -
See what it can do for your unit tomorrow!
Every youth leader deserves to experience NYLT!
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CUB SCOUT DAY CAMPS
It’s not too late to join the fun of Day Camp!
Your summer destination for outdoor adventures and Cub Scout FUN. A week of outdoor fun for Cub Scouts & parents, BB guns, archery, hiking, crafts, games, outdoor skills, advancement, & more!
Day camp is a multi-day program for Tigers, Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts. It is conducted under certified leadership at an approved site and during daylight or early evening hours. Day camp does not include any overnight activities.
Please go to the calendar at scoutingrocks.tv and find a Day Camp that fits your schedule to sign up for the fun.
Chesapeake Energy Summer Adventure - July 12-14, CSI: Cub Scout Investigators, Chesapeake Energy Main Campus, Director: Angela Fuller cm.pack27okc@gmail.com; Staff Advisor: Chad Cundiff, 405-740-3419, chad.cundiff@scouting.org.
Baden-Powell District - June 6-10, Theme: Heroes Everywhere, John Nichols Scout Ranch, Director: Lori Williams bptwilightcamp@gmail.com; District Executive: Ariel Morris ariel.morris@scouting.org.
Canadian Valley District - June 13-17, Theme: Let's Move It, Gordon Cooper Tech Center, Director: Abbiegail Coleman abbiegailcoleman@yahoo.com; District Executive: Steven Choate steven.choate@scouting.org.
Big Tepee District - May 31-June 3, Theme: Cub Scout Investigators, Eagle Lake, Director: Arlene Vogel cubmasterpack227@gmail.com; District Executive: Phillip Mitchell phillip.mitchell@scouting.org.
Eagle District - June 6-10, Theme: Cub Scout Investigators, Vox Prining, Director: Yvonne Rossiter mommierossiter@gmail.com; District Executive: Jeff Bays, jeff.bays@scouting.org.
New Horizons District - June 6-10, Theme: Thunder on the River, OKC Boathouse, Director: Themus Moore, themusdmoore@yahoo.com; District Executive: Jeremy Arrisontz jeremy.arrisontz@scouting.org.
Manuel Perez, Jr. District - June 6-10, Theme: Thunder on the River, OKC Boathouse, Director: Themus Moore, themusdmoore@yahoo.com; District Executive: Carla Villegas carla.villegas@scouting.org.
Sooner District - June 6-10, Postal Training Center, District Executive: Nick Rice nicholas.rice@scouting.org.
Western Plains District - June 1-4, Theme: Cub Scout Investigators, Dripping Springs Camp, Director: Alvin Williams aew@itlnet.net; District Executive: Taylor Boomer taylor.boomer@scouting.org.
Will Rogers District - June 6-10, Theme: Nerds in Nature, John Nichols Scout Ranch, Director: Kristina Vanderlinde kmvanderlinde@gmail.com; District Executive: Taylor Boomer taylor.boomer@scouting.org.
Black Beaver District - June 6-10, Theme: Hometown Heroes, Elmer Thomas Park, Director: Richell Chapman richell_k@hotmail.com; District Executive: Brittany Fraser brittany.fraser@scouting.org
Chisholm Trail District - June 20-24, Theme: Hometown Heroes, John Nichols Scout Ranch, Director: Jerod Gray jerrod.gray@trican.us; Staff Advisor: Chris Daughtrey chris.daughtrey@scouting.org.
Kickingbird District - June 6-10, Theme: Cub Scout Investigators, Hoyt Shadid Park, Director: Robin Foreman kickingbirddc@hotmail.com; District Executive: Brittany Fraser brittany.fraser@scouting.org.
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Cub Scout Resident Camp
CUB SCOUT RESIDENT CAMP
Space Available, Register Today!
The summer camp program at Camp George Thomas is a three-night adventure for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts. A leader from each pack should attend the leaders meeting at Camp George Thomas on Saturday, April 23, at 11:00 am. Camp fees are due May 1st.
Cubs Scouts enjoy days of archery, BB guns, crafts, shing, games, and swimming. Webelos Scouts will experience shooting sports, swimming, outdoor cooking, and a variety of other activites. More adventurous Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts may opt for the Webelos Adventure (WEBAD), an outpost program in a remote campsite with extra adventures. Everyone will enjoy camp res, hiking, fl ag ceremonies, and camping overnight!
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2017 SPORTING CLAYS
Like to shoot? Need a day off work?
Grab a few friends and take a trip to Arcadia Farms August 26th and 27th for a 100 round clay shoot. Enjoy breakfast and lunch prepared by a local Troop, the chance to bid on Dallas Cowboys Founders Suite tickets, and much more.
For information and to register contact Theresa James at 405.696.9368 or Theresa.James@scouting.org
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POPCORN
SEND YOUR COMMITMENT FORM IN ASAP!!!
District Kickoffs being held in May and June. Individual districts will announce these dates.
Please make plans to join us in July at one of the Three Michael Beck Sales Training sessions held around the Council on July 26, 27, and 28. (Info Below)
Council Popcorn Contact – Chad Cundiff 405-840-1114
Or Chad.Cundiff@scouting.org
CLICK HERE for the Popcorn Commitment Form.
Upcoming Key Dates.
- May 1 -31 -District Kickoffs underway
- June 1 - Unit Commitments turned into Scout Office or District Executive
- Michael Beck Sales Training July 26-28 three Locations thought the council to give you the best opportunity to attend. This is for Unit leaders, Parents and Youth or anyone who wants to sell a lot of popcorn in a short amount of time. Come learn the keys to having a successful popcorn sale.
- July 26 Lawton & Surrounding Communities Michael Beck Unit popcorn sales Training( Training in Lawton location TBD)
- July27 Council Office Michael Beck Unit popcorn Sales Training
- July 28 Moore/Norman & surrounding Communities Michael Beck Popcorn Unit Sales Training (Training in Moore location TBD)
- July 1-31 District Unit kickoff held (Talk to your District Executive if you would like Fun new high energy ides to get your Pack Troop, Crew or Post fired up to fund their scouting Adventure through popcorn.)
- Aug 1 – 25 Units hold their kickoff
- Aug 9 – Show and sell orders are due on line NO LATER than AUG 9, 2016
- Aug 26 and 27 – Show and sell distribution at Food Bank and TBD in Lawton.
- Sept 20 - Payment for Show and Sell due to office.
- Oct 25 – Take orders due online NO LATER than October 25, 2016.
- Nov – 10 Take order delivery at District specific locations
- Dec 6 – All Order money due to Council office. Prize orders and master records due at same time to receive additional Commission.
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2017 CAMP CARD SALES
The 2016 Camp Card Sale was a great success again this year.
With $160,108 is sales and counting, Scouts have earned $80,054 to attend Summer Camp Programs.
The Last Frontier Council would like to congratulate the top selling units.
1. Pack 3248 in Sooner District sold 863 Cards
2. Troop 0267 in Big Tepee District sold 650 Cards
3. Troop 0386 in Eagle District sold 609 Cards
4. Pack 3337 in Eagle District sold 531 Cards
5. Pack 3079 in Eagle District sold 440 Cards
Thank you all for a another great sale.
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TRAINING
 IOLS/OWLS - Introduction to Outdoor Leaders Skills/Outdoor Webelos Leader Skills
The next course this year: September 16-18 at John Nichols Scout Ranch. IOLS is one of two courses required to be fully trained as a Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster, and at least one adult leader who has been OWLS trained should be on each campout with Webelos.
 BALOO - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
The next course is August 6 at Camp George Thomas. In order for a Cub Scout Pack to go camping, there has to be at least one adult leader who has been BALOO trained on each campout.
 Range Safety Officer & NRA Instructor Training Courses
The council Shooting Sports Committee is Sponsoring NRA Instructor; Range Safety Officer (RSO) Training and NRA Muzzle Loader Instructor Training in 2016.
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LION CUB PILOT PROGRAM ANNOUNCED
Starting in August Kindergarten boys can join Cub Scouts as Lion Cubs!
We need help from existing Scouting leaders, parents, and families to make sure your friends, neighbors and family members know about this new and exciting program.
Each district has a “Lion Champion” that is responsible for working with the individual Pack Leaders to help them recruit the right leaders to be “Lion Guides” and to promote their program at a local/neighborhood level.
For more information on the District Lion Champions and how to contact them CLICK HERE or visit bit.ly/LionsOKC. For more information on how the program will work, videos for parents and leaders visit the National BSA Lion Page at Scouting.org/Lion
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MEMBERSHIP
Fall Recruitment
Fall Cub Scout Recruiting or “School Night for Scouting” is just around the corner. Even though school is out, school principals and administrators are still in their offices through about mid-June. Here are some tips to have the most successful recruiting possible this fall:
- Go get on the school’s calendar now for a Scouting-only recruitment night to talk to the parents and boys about joining Cub Scouting
- In addition to the Scout-specific recruiting night there are two other great opportunities at most schools to talk to parents and kids:
- “Meet the Teacher.” This can be done during the day or at night and for most schools takes place in the late summer before school starts. Ask the school to have a table in the school lobby to talk with parents about your Cub Scout program.
- School “Open House Night.” This school event is normally 2-3 weeks after school starts and is in the early evening for all the families in the school. Even if your school won’t let talks or flyers be given to students during the school day most will let Scouting programs have a table/booth at this event.
- Talk to the school leadership about how your Scouting program can partner with them in service to the school by doing thigs such as:
- Flag ceremonies for school assemblies, concerts, etc.
- Helping educate student about citizenship and proper flag display techniques.
- Picking up trash around the school/playground or helping with other service projects.
Working with the school leadership to help show them that our Scouts and parents/volunteers want to help their school be a better place and to help make their students better citizens and learners will not only help our recruitment efforts but more importantly it will help our communities.
For more help and assistance please contact your District Executive who can put you in touch with your District Membership or Civic Service Chair.
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SCOUT NIGHT at the OKLAHOMA CITY ENERGY
July 23, 7:30pm, Taft Stadium
OKC Energy vs. Tulsa Roughnecks
Order your tickets by July 11.
CLICK HERE for more information and to order tickets
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SCOUT DAYS AT WHITE WATER BAY
July 29, 30, 31, Don't miss the FUN!
All Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Ventures, and Explorers, and their families are invited to take advantage of this opportunity.
Purchase a ticket online at the exclusive price of $17.00, for any one of the three days and enjoy all the amenities the park has to offer.
Tickets are only available at this price online, using the promo code "Scouting", at www.whitewaterbay.com.
If you come on Friday, July 29th, you can stay after closing for the Dive-in Movie - 'Woodlawn", a true story about faith and football.
CLICK HERE to go to the White Water Bay website to purchase tickets.
A portion of all ticket sales goes directly to support the Last Frontier Council. Tickets are not available at the main gate.
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FRONTIER CITY SCOUT DAYS
October 1st and 2nd. Come enjoy FrightFest!
All Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Ventures, and Explorers, and their families are invited to take advantage of this opportunity.
Purchase a ticket online at the exclusive price of $17.00, for either Saturday or Sunday and enjoy all the amenities the park has to offer.
Tickets are only available at this price online, using the promo code "Scouting", at www.frontiercity.com.
CLICK HERE to go to the Frontier City website to purchase tickets.
A portion of all ticket sales goes directly to support the Last Frontier Council. Tickets are not available at the main gate.
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SCOUT SATURDAYS
 Science Museum of Oklahoma
Do you know a Cub Scout or Boy Scout who loves science? Join us at Science Museum Oklahoma for special scouts-only events! Work towards Boy Scout badges in our classroom programs, then spend the rest of your Saturday enjoying the museum! Pre-registration and pre-payment is required.
Badge Programs for Boy Scouts:
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Weather Merit Badge Class - 9:30am-12:00pm (may finish early)
Max enrollment 20 students
Environmental Science Merit Badge Class - 2:00-5:00pm
Max enrollment 16 students
Not all requirements can be completed in class
Cost:
$15 per Scout for one class; $25 for two classes (includes badge program(s) and general admission). Receive 1 free adult admission with every 10 Scouts registered!
To register, contact our Guest Relations Team at (405)602-3760.
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SCOUT WORKSHOPS
Sam Noble Museum
The Sam Noble Museum offers workshops for scouts and troops throughout the year. Scouts will explore museum galleries and engage in hands-on activities in order to complete all requirements to earn one badge, loop or pin. All workshops include general admission for the scouts and chaperones.
Summer 2016 Registration is now open!
The cost is $10 per scout and includes the workshop and general museum admission. Scouts registering individually are each required to have one adult chaperone. Please note due to enrollment limitations we are not able to accommodate additional siblings and other minors not enrolled in the workshop. For troop registration, a minimum of one adult chaperone is required per five scouts. Attending chaperones receive complimentary admission. Badges, belt loops and pins are not included.
Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. On-site registration is not available for these programs. To register an individual scout or troop, please call (405) 325-1008.
Cub Scout Programming Summer 2016
Tiger Cub Scout "Tiger Tales" Workshop
July 6, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The time has come for Tigers to tell terrifically tall tales! Join us as we share stories and activities from different cultures. Tiger Scouts will complete requirements for the “Tiger Tales” adventure loop. Deadline to register 6/29/16.
Webelos Scout "Earth Rocks!" Workshop
July 7, 1 to 4 p.m.
Become a geologist! We’ll go on a rock hunt, identify minerals and explore geology in action! Webelos will complete requirements for the “Earth Rocks!” adventure pin. Deadline to register 6/30/16.
Wolf Cub Scout "Digging in the Past" Workshop
July 8, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Dive into the wonderful world of dinosaurs! We’ll identify, create and dig for fossils in this prehistoric adventure. Wolf Scouts will complete requirements for the “Digging in the Past” adventure loop. Deadline to register 7/1/16.
Bear Cub Scout "Super Science" Workshop
July 8, 1 to 4 p.m.
Calling all scientists! Join us as we explore and experiment with static electricity, color and more! Bear Scouts will complete requirements for the “Super Science” adventure loop. Deadline to register 7/1/16.
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OU FOOTBALL USHER PROGRAM
A Tradition of Service for Over 50 Years
Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Adult Leaders are invited to serve as ushers at home football games for the University of Oklahoma. Home games are held at the O.U. campus in Norman.
Boy Scouts must be at least 1st Class rank, and all youth and adults must wear a complete BSA field uniform, a.k.a. "Class A." This is a highly visible service opportunity and we expect outstanding attention to behavior, appearance, and organization.
Following is the O.U. Football home schedule for 2016:
Date Opponent
Sept 10 OU vs University of Louisiana Monroe
Sept 17 OU vs Ohio State
Oct 15 OU vs Kansas State
Oct 29 OU vs Kansas
Nov 12 OU vs Baylor
Dec 3 OU vs Oklahoma State University
Scouts and volunteers may attend the games at no charge, but are expected to be on usher duty before and during the game. Bus transportation is provided for a nominal fee from the OKC council office to Norman before and after each game.
Please contact: Rick Sykora - ricksykora@cox.net - 405-615-6127
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Wood Badge Leadership Training
Wood Badge is the advanced training program for all Scout leaders in the Boy Scouts of America. This includes all Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity and Venturing leaders, as well as professional scouters. Wood Badge is designed to train adult volunteers using the latest leadership skills and techniques.
Wood Badge is divided into two parts, the Practical Phase and the Application Phase. The course is taught at Camp George Thomas.
The Practical Phase in WB 2128 will be covered over two 3-day weekends in the fall of 2016: September 8 - 10 & September 29, 30 & October 1, 2016.
Time commitment note: This course is Sunday Friendly, and starts Thursday at 7:00 am and ends around 5:30 pm on Saturday. To complete the course, a participant must attend the entire course on all 6 days.
Click the green button to get the flyer for information and to register for wood badge.
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New for Boy Scouts in the Fall of 2017
The Last Frontier Council will have two (2) new fall camping programs for Boy Scouts and Venturers this fall.
The Event at Diamond H - September 23-25, and Zomboree at Camp George Thomas - October 28-30.
The EVENT at Diamond H is a Pilot, it will cost $25, price included a T shirt, and will be limited to the first 100 fully paid participants. The EVENT will also require a large youth staff. Registration will open in mid July. Watch for future announcements in the next two weeks.
ZOMBOREE at Camp George Thomas will cost $15 per person, and includes four meals, a fun patch, all program supplies, and awards.
Registration openings will be posted through an email, on our council facebook pages, and on the council calendar.
More information to come.
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Fall Encampment 2016 at Diamond H
Fall Encampment at Diamond H is November 11-13.
In addition to the opportunities offered in the past, such as Rifle, Archery, Geocaching, and Wilderness Survival, new experiences are in planning, including Surveying.
Registration will open by July 1, watch for more annoncements on the council website and council facebook pages.
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Fall Family Fun Camp at John Nichols Scout Ranch
Fall Family Adventures at Camp George Thomas
Fall Family Fun Camp at John Nichols Scout Ranch will be held on Saturday and Sunday, the weekends of September 24-25, October 1-2, and October 8-9. Registration will open in mid-June.
Fall Family Adventures at Camp George Thomas will be Friday thru Sunday, the weekends of October 8-10, October 14-16, October 21-23, and November 4-6. Registration will open by July 1.
Space for both activities will be limited, so watch for more information coming in emails, and on the council website and the council Facebook pages.
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JAMBOREE 2017
 Register now for the 2017 Jamboree
This is a once every four year Scouting event that brings Scouts and Scouters together for an amazing array of activities including zip lining, skateboarding, mountain biking, shooting sports, patch trading and more. In the evening, you will experience world-class entertainment with concerts and one of the best fireworks shows you will ever see.
Who can go?
At the time of Jamboree, Scouts must have a current BSA membership, be at least a First Class Scout, be at least 12 years old by the first day of Jamboree or an 11 year old that has graduated 6th grade. CLICK HERE for the full requirements..
What is the price?
Once again the Scouts from the Last Frontier Council will be traveling to Jamboree at one of the lowest prices in the country. Final price is not set but is expected not to exceed $1,999.00
Where do I sign up?
Scouts will need to register through the National Jamboree Website. Once registered here, the Scout’s information will be forwarded back to the Last Frontier Council for additional follow up.
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2016 Fall Experience
The 2016 Fall Experience (Fall Ordeal) is just around the corner and will be at Camp George Thomas in Apache, OK the weekend of August 26 - 28, 2016.
Please register by Wednesday, August 24, 2016
There will be an opportunity for eligible Ordeal Members to seal their membership and become Brotherhood Member. The cost for Brotherhood is an additional $20 per person and covers the cost of the Brotherhood sash.
It's going to be a great weekend, see you there!!
Don't wait! Register today!
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