November E-Scouting Action

 
Cub Fall Fun Weekend

The beautiful fall weather is here! Are you ready for Cub Fall Fun Weekend?

FINAL CALL - Registration closes soon!

Register now for the Cub Fall Fun Weekend, November 16-18, which includes BB shooting, archery, canoeing, hay rides, carnival games, a night hike, and more! Enjoy a warm campfire during the cool nights of fall at beautiful Lawhorn Scouting Base.

With kids under 5 free and a price of $19 per person (our tents) or $16 per person (your tent), the price on this weekend cannot be beat!

We hope to see you for this FUN fall campout at Lawhorn Scouting Base!

 


 

COPE Instructor Training
**FINAL REGISTRATION NOTICE- Sign up deadline is November 9th!**
 
Become a qualified instructor and join the top notch C.O.P.E. Team at Lawhorn Scouting Base. Training will begin Friday, November 16 at 5:00pm through Sunday, November 18 at 5:00pm. The cost is only $60 and includes all training materials, meals, and camping accommodations!
 
This training can be used for your Boy Scout or Venturing Unit or as an instructor for others. Anyone 16 years of age or older is eligible.
 

 


 
Polaris Winter Adventure 2012

  Have you ever wanted to:

...swim with the Polar Bears?
..."snowboard" in the South?
...spend the night "Out Cold"?

Then you are ready for Polaris Winter Adventure!

Are you ready for the Polaris Winter Adventure happening December 27-31? This program features traditional merit badge sessions, troop activities, and high-adventure opportunities. Polaris includes unique adventures and evenings activities found no place else. Activities include the Polar Bear Swim, Out Cold overnight, a Yukon Experience and much more!

Come with your Troop or as a Provisional Scout.

Leaders-contact us to lock in your campsite before they fill up!

Don't miss out on this great week of camp!


 

Summer Camp at Lawhorn Scouting Base

2013 is the 75th Anniversary of summer camp at Camp Thunder!

We have several exciting things planned to celebrate this milestone including a birthday party each week, a special 75th Anniversary patch, and a themed 4th of July week. And as always, we have a great selection of merit badges, our first year Scout program, fun and exciting activities, and high adventure opportunities for older Scouts.

If you haven't been to Camp Thunder in a while, we invite you to come out for this special summer and see some of the new things we have to offer.

Come celebrate with us! Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

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Cub Scout Climbing Weekend

Lawhorn Scouting Base is in search of adventurous Cub Scouts!

Come to camp December 1-2 and enjoy this fun filled weekend of Climbing for ALL Cub Scouts. Webelos can participate in both climbing and rappelling as they journey closer to becoming Boy Scouts.

Just $20 per Scout and $5 per adult covers the cost of this exciting weekend. (Note: If not staying the night, no charge for adults) Spend Saturday night in a platform tent located in the Flint River Adventure Area and experience a fantastic climbing weekend designed just for Cub Scouts!

Space is limited so make sure you register by November 23rd!


 


 

Boy Scout Climbing & Rappelling Weekend

Lawhorn Scouting Base will host an action packed climbing and rappelling weekend November 15-16 at the Eagle Mountain Climbing Facility. Those over the age of 13 can also go for a ride on our 480' zip line!

A fee of $20 per scout and $5 per parent for this weekend includes overnight camping on Saturday night in one of the platform tents in the Flint River Adventure Area. Check-in will be Saturday, November 15 at 8:00am and the activities begin at 9:00am. (If just staying for the day, no charge for adults)

 


 

Campmaster Corps

Lawhorn Scouting Base is Expanding its Campmaster Corps!

Mark your calendars- the next Campmaster Corps training will be held Saturday, January 12 from 8:00am to 2:00pm.

Campmasters are individuals or families that volunteer at camp on weekends to assist with groups. On the weekends, you volunteer, you and your family also have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Lawhorn Scouting Base.

If you would like to find out more about this program, please contact Laura Lovell at laura.lovell@scouting.org.


 

Scout Night with the Atlanta Hawks

Attention all Scouts!

The Atlanta Hawks will be having three Scout Nights for the upcoming 2012-2013 season.

7:00PM Saturday, December 15, 2012 vs. Golden State Warriors
7:30PM Friday, January 11, 2013 vs. Utah Jazz
7:00PM Saturday, March 30, 2013 vs. Orlando Magic

Special ticket offers are available for scouts, families, and friends. $2 from each ticket sold will go back to the Boy Scouts.

To purchase tickets CLICK HERE or to order by phone, please contact Ryan Coller at 404-878-3714.

Special access code: HAWKS

*First group to purchase at least 50 tickets will also get the opportunity to present the colors prior to the game!*


 

Unit Charter Fee Increases

The Unit Charter Fee and Post Participation Fee for all local Scouting Units and Exploring Posts will increase from $20 to $40 effective January 1, 2013.

This means the new fee will begin with units that have a December 31, 2012 renewal date. In addition, the Unit Charter Fee and Post Participation Fee will now be called the unit Liability Insurance Fee. Internet Rechartering and online Explorer Renewal will be updated to calculate the $40 Unit Liability Insurance Fee for units that expire on December 31, or later.


 

A Look Ahead...

2014 Philmont & Sea Base Council Contingents

Council contingents are being planned for trips to both Philmont and Sea Base during the summer of 2014. There are openings for both Scouts and Leaders/Adults to participate, but space is limited.

All participants must be age 13 by June of 2014 and deposits of $150 per participant are due in early 2013.

If you are interested in being part of one of these trips, please contact Jason Gill at 770-227-4556 or Jason.Gill@scouting.org.

Don't miss this great opportunity!