Safety Moment
Depression
Acute depression is often short-term, but it can be very severe and significantly interfere with an individual’s sleep, eating, activity level, and ability to engage effectively in school or work. Chronic depression may occur for at least two years and affect those same areas. The severity may not be to the degree that the person cannot go about their daily routine; they may simply not be as productive as they could be.
https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/depression/
To find Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training in the greater Greensboro area, you can explore resources from the NAMI Guilford and Kellin Foundation, or check the Mental Health First Aid USA website for courses and instructors in the area.
Good News
Scout Yashwanth Kollipara Wins Local SAR Orations Contest!
We’re thrilled to share some wonderful news from right here in the Old North State! Congratulations are in order for Scout Yashwanth Kollipara of Troop 600, who recently clinched victory in the local Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Orations Contest. What an impressive achievement!
Reminders
Plan your unit’s participation in Scouting’s Clean Waterways Service Project (April-June)
Plan your pack’s summer outdoor adventures
so Cubs can earn the Summertime Pack Adventure – June-August
Register for Councilwide Program Rally
Register for Character in Action Dinner: Council Banquet
Summer Camp Campership applications are due - April 24
Summer Camp Payment 2 ($160) is due for CSR Scouts BSA Summer camp - April 24
Summer Camp Early Bird payment for Cub Scout Overnight Camp deadline - April 24
Submit your Tsoiotsi Tsogalii Lodge 30th Anniversary memorabilia pre-order before April 30
Reserve your pack’s campsite for Cub Scout Overnight Camp
Featured Events
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation)
The #1 reason Kids join Cub Scouts is that they want to go camping!
Most families today have never been camping before. They don’t know where to start when it comes to choosing the right gear, finding the perfect place and planning safe and fun activities.
BALOO is the place to start! This course is designed to teach you how to plan, prepare for, and host a fun, exciting and safe camping experience for your pack.
Never set up a tent before?? NO PROBLEM
Never cooked in the outdoors?? NO WORRIES
Never had 20 kids to entertain for an entire weekend, while keeping them safe and engaging them in educational AND fun activities? PERFECT
This course was designed for you. You will learn how to plan camping activities and outings that are rooted firmly in Cub Scouting’s principles. We will teach you how to keep them safe, entertained and to make it enjoyable for the entire pack family.
A successful camping experience makes your Cub Scouts, and their parents, keep coming back for more!
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) Training is designed to equip Cub Scout leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to safely plan and execute overnight camping events.
Cub Scout units are REQUIRED to have at least one BALOO trained leader on all overnight camping trips.
Who should Attend?
All Cub Scout leaders, parents and pack committee members directly involved with Cub Scout outdoor activities.
What topics are covered?
Health & Safety, Cub Scouts & GPS, Aquatics in the Cub Scouting Program, Gear Selection, Nature & Hiking, Campfire Planning, Outdoor Ethics, Cooking & Sanitation, First Aid, Knife Safety for Cub Scouts, Campsite Selection, Large-Group Games, Meal Planning, Duty to God, Outdoor Ceremonies, Stoves, Lanterns & Fire Safety, Basic Knots for Cub Scouts, & Program Planning for Cub Scout Campouts.
Where do I register?
Sign up today for one of our 2025 classes on April 25-26 or September 19-20!
https://scoutingevent.com/070-baloo
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)
Your Gateway to Confident Scout Leadership!
May 18-19, Hagan Sea Base, Lexington, NC
August 23-24, Cherokee Scout Reservation, Yanceyville, NC
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) is required training for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. This immersive, hands-on program is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to lead your troop safely and effectively in the great outdoors. From fostering teamwork to mastering practical outdoor techniques, this course covers everything you need to create memorable, educational, safe, and exciting Scouting experiences. By the end, you’ll be ready to help guide your troop through the wonders of nature, creating lifelong memories and fostering a love for the outdoors. The course covers:
- Patrol Method. Discover the heart of Scouting leadership by mastering the patrol method, a proven approach that builds teamwork, responsibility, and leadership within your troop. Learn how to organize and empower patrols to work together, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose on every adventure.
- Map and Compass. Navigate the wilderness like a pro! Gain hands-on experience with map reading and compass use, learning how to plot routes, identify landmarks, and orient yourself in any terrain.
- Wood Tools. Safely handle and use essential wood tools like knives, saws, and axes. You’ll learn proper techniques for setting up an axe yard, cutting, splitting, and preparing wood, and maintaining your tools.
- Knot Tying. Practice the art of knot tying with a variety of practical knots, hitches and lashings. These skills are crucial for setting up tents, securing gear, and tackling outdoor challenges, giving you and your Scouts the tools to handle any situation.
- Cooking. Whip up delicious and nutritious meals in the great outdoors! Learn the ins and outs of campfire cooking, including fire safety, meal planning, and preparing hearty dishes with minimal equipment. You’ll also explore Leave No Trace cooking practices.
- Camping. Build a solid foundation for successful camping trips! This module covers everything from selecting and setting up a campsite to managing weather challenges and ensuring group safety. You’ll also learn how to teach Scouts to pitch tents, organize gear, and practice Leave No Trace principles for sustainable camping.
- Backpacking. Prepare for multi-day adventures with essential backpacking techniques. Learn how to pack efficiently, choose the right gear, set a sustainable pace, and manage your troop on the trail. From selecting campsites to handling unexpected challenges, you’ll be ready for any backcountry journey.
- Course Schedule: The course takes place over a weekend. You will arrive by 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning, and you will be finished by lunchtime on Sunday. You will camp in patrols, cook in the outdoors, and practice scout skills and leadership throughout.
The cost for the weekend is $55, which includes all meals.
Email Scott Meyers (cscottmeyers@msn.com) with any questions.
Scouting for Clean Waterways
A Scout is clean:
Scouting for Clean Waterways supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, providing habitats for countless species.
What service projects is your troop planning to help preserve aquatic habitats?
Council-wide Program Preview Rally
Learn What’s NEW for 2026
Thursday, April 24, 2025
St. Pius X Catholic Church, North Elm Street, Greensboro
Meal sponsored by Bi-Rite Grocery Store of Stokesdale
Character in Action Dinner
Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Who will be recognized:
- Scouts BSA Eagle Scout Recipients
- Venturing Summit Award Recipients
- Sea Scouting Quartermaster Award Recipients
- Silver Beaver Award Recipients
- Veterans Award Recipients
- Other adult and youth awards
Location: Grandover Resort & Spa
ELEVATE: 2026 National Jamboree
July 22 – July 31, 2026
Scouting’s flagship event is one-of-a-kind. It’s a gathering of approximately 15,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff that showcases everything that is great about Scouting and its members. Held every four years, the Jamboree is an amazing opportunity for participants, volunteers, and visitors to experience the best of Scouting, all in one place. Features include; one of the longest zip line courses in North America, a world-class skate park, ATV offerings, range and target activities, aquatics, fishing, rock climbing, patch trading, stadium shows, and much more!
YOUTH PARTICIPANTS
The Jamboree is open to all who are qualified on a first-come, first-served basis. Qualifications to attend the National Jamboree include:
- Registered member of a Scouts BSA Troop, who will be at least 12 years old by July 22, 2026, but who has not yet reached their 18th birthday by July 31, 2026
- Must live and abide by the Scout Oath and Law
- Must abide by the Jamboree Code of Conduct
OLD NORTH STATE COUNCIL CONTINGENT SIZE
- We have a reservation for 18 male Scouts BSA to attend the Jamboree as the Old North State Council contingent
- Our Jamboree contingent is led by two adult leaders
- If we have enough interest from female Scouts BSA members, we will sponsor a Jamboree troop for girls. It takes a minimum of 18 girls to have a Jamboree troop.
- Currently, our female Scouts BSA who want to attend the Jamboree will attend with the Mecklenburg County Council contingent
WHO ARE OUR ADULT LEADERS:
- Michael Walster, Scoutmaster
- Chris Smith, Assistant Scoutmaster
- Should the number of Scouts increase, we will be able to recruit more adult leaders to attend with us.
CONTINGENT FEE:
$2500 if paid by Oct 31 2025. Price increase to $2750 after Oct 31 2025.
CONTINGENT FEE INCLUDES:
- Team building weekend and shakedown weekend events (includes meals and program supplies)
- National Jamboree fee
- Transportation to and from Greensboro, NC and Summit Bechtel Reserve (Jamboree location)
- Snacks for the bus ride to and from the Jamboree site (4-hour trip)
- Old North State Council Jamboree Swag Bag (t-shirt, 2 Jamboree unit number patches, 2 council commemorative patch sets, Jamboree hat)
- All Troop gear such as cots, tents, stoves, troop pots/pans, tables, etc. will be provided by the Old North State Council or the Summit
- Participants are responsible for their uniforms (one complete field/class A uniforms), personal gear (e.g. mess kit and sleeping bag), and spending money
PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
- $500.00 – At time of registration
- $1000 total amount due on April 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm
- $1500 total amount due on June 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm
- $2000 total amount due on August 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm
- $2500 total amount due on October 27, 2025 at 11:59 pm
STAFF OPPORTUNITIES:
- Adult leaders interested in attending the jamboree should consider applying for a staff position.
- For more information about the National Jamboree visit National Jamboree Website
DIRECT QUESTIONS TO:
- Jamboree Scoutmaster Michael Walser at michaelwalser41@gmail.com
- Jamboree Staff Advisor Bud Harrelson at bud.harrelson@scouting.org.
Upcoming Calendar
April 25-27 | Camp Staff Development 1, CSR
May 3 | Cherokee Service Day, CSR
May 9-10 | Camp Staff Development 2, CSR
May 16 | Camp Card Sale End
May 15-23 | National Camp School, CSR
Royce Reynolds Family Scout Center
1405 Westover Terrace, Greensboro, North Carolina 27408
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Scout Office
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Scout Shop
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