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Central Florida Council
UNIT ANNUAL PLANNING GUIDE
2021-2022
www.cflscouting.org
www.camplanoche.com
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Table of Contents
Council, Scout Shop, and Camp Information ....................................................... 2
District Map .............................................................................................. 3
District Contact Information ......................................................................... 3
Council Structure and Scout Lingo ................................................................... 4
PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
Scoutingevent.com Registration System ............................................................ 5
Council Camping Events at Camp La-No-Che ....................................................... 6
Cub Scout Events at Camp La-No-Che .......................................................... 7-8
Scouts BSA, Venturing Events at Camp La-No-Che ............................................... 9-11
Reserve Camp For Your Unit! ......................................................................... 12
TRAINING
Requirements and Levels ............................................................................ 13
Scouting Safely ......................................................................................... 14
Youth Protection Training ............................................................................ 14
PLANNING YOUR PROGRAM
Funding Your Program ................................................................................ 15
Journey to Excellence*** ................................................................................ 16
Tell Us What You Think! ................................................................................ 16
TOOLS FOR PLANNING
How to Use The Calendar ....................................................................... 17
Monthly Planning Calendars .................................................................... 18-47
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Central Florida Council
Wayne Densch
Scouters, Service Center
1951 S Orange
Be Prepared. That is our motto as an organization. These past many Blossom Trail
months were not what we were thinking, but the skills that Scouting Apopka, FL 32703
teaches our youth - and adult volunteers - have definitely helped us in (407)889-4403
making our way through this trying time that we are still going through. www.cflscouting.org
Monday - Friday
During the Spanish Influenza back in 1918, Scouts helped by handing out 9:00a - 5:00p
health guides, serving as support for local health officials, distributing
food, and working with local hospitals to provide help. During this Central Florida
pandemic, there have been stories of Scouts helping their communities, Scout Shop
connecting with each other in a way that wasn’t possible during the Located at the
Spanish flu. Wayne Densch
Service Center
Scouts are strong. Scouting has continued. Albeit, in a different way, (407)814-1040
but it persists. We have taken our traditional programs and made Monday - Friday
them virtual; we have adjusted program schedules and capacities to 9:00a - 6:00p
keep campers as safe as possible; we have offered more variety of Saturday
opportunities to our Scouts and leaders than ever before. And as the 10:00a - 4:00p
situation changes, for better or worse, the Central Florida Council and our Closed Sunday
amazing staff and volunteers continue to adapt and overcome to bring the
best of Scouting to you in whatever form it is easiest (and safest) for you Camp La-No-Che
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As we look ahead to our 2021-2022 program year, we cannot help but have Paisley, FL 32767
an optomistic outlook. Vaccines are available, communities are united in (352)669-8558
safety efforts, and our Scouting family is growing again. In this Guide you Office Open Tues-Sat
will find the tools you need to plan and manage a fun, dynamic, and safe camplocal@
program for your Scouts. In addition to helpful information and step-by- camplanoche.com
step system guidance, you will also find listings for upcoming programs www.camplanoche.
offered at Camp, as well as virtual program opportunities, helping provide com
program to everyone, regardless of restrictions and limitations.
The road ahead is still not entirely clear, nor without certain challenges, Find us On
but the leadership of the Central Florida Council is confident that no Facebook!
matter what, Scouts and Scouters will Be Prepared.
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District Map & Contacts
On this page is information on how to
get in touch with your district and find
out what’s happening near you. The
map provided on this page will help you
determine which district you are in. If
you are still unsure, you can call our
main office number for assistance.
COUNCIL OFFICE NUMBER
(407)889-4403
COUNCIL WEBSITE
WWW.CFLSCOUTING.ORG
TIMUQUA DISTRICT
Covering Volusia and Flagler
Counties
Phone: (407)703-0263
Phone: (407)703-0243
LAKE DISTRICT
Covering Lake County
Phone: (407)703-0262
SEMINOLE DISTRICT
Covering Seminole County
Phone: (407)703-0238
EAGLE EMPIRE DISTRICT
Covering West Orange County COLONIAL DISTRICT
(west of I-4 south to East/West covering East Orange County
Expwy then to West of Orange (east of I-4 south to East/West
Ave, South to county line OSCEOLA DISTRICT
Expwy then to East of Orange
Phone: (407)703-0273 Covering Osceola County
Ave. South to county line.
Phone: (407)703-0251 Phone: (407)703-0258
Phone: (407)703-0266
Phone: (407)703-0234
RIVERSIDE DISTRICT
CHALLENGER DISTRICT
Covering South Brevard
Covering North Brevard County County
Phone: (407)703-0268 Phone: (407)703-0277
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Scouting in Central Florida
WHAT IS THE
CENTRAL FLORIDA COUNCIL?
For more than 100 years, Scouting has helped build future SCOUTING LINGO
leaders by combining educational activities and lifelong Scouting is an impressive program with many facets,
new innovations, and great traditions. Over the past
values with fun and adventure in the outdoors. In Central
100 years, Scouting has also developed a vast inventory of
Florida, Scouting continues to improve our families and abbreviations, acronyms, and special terms. Here is a guide of
our neighborhoods by serving more than 23,000 youth in the most common to help you speak the Scouting language:
Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Brevard, Volusia, and
Flagler counties. BALOO: Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation; an
introductory outdoor skills training for Cub Scout leaders
The Central Florida Council is comprised of 9 districts, BSA: Boy Scouts of America;
a Board of Directors made up of some of the area’s top CFC: Central Florida Council
business and community leaders, a professional staff to Charter: Written permission for an organization to
form, organize, and maintain a Scouting unit
provide support for local operations, and more than 5,500
Chartered Org: An organization that has
local volunteers who donate their time and talent to permission to own and operate a Scouting program
deliver this life-changing program to our local youth. Commissioner: A volunteer who is a quality control
person for the Scouting program
WHAT IS A DISTRICT? COR: Chartered Organization Representative; the liaison
between your unit and your chartered organization
The Central Florida Council is made up of 9 geographic DE: District Executive; A full-time professional
regions known as districts. A district provides support, responsible for supporting volunteer Scout leaders
training, information, and hosts events for units and FOS: Friends of Scouting; Annual Central Florida Council
individuals to take part in. fundraising campaign
IOLS/ITOLS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills; an
Each district is made up of the Scouting units and introductory outdoor skills training for Scouts BSA leaders
volunteers within its borders and is served by a volunteer NESA: National Eagle Scout Association; organization
committee and commissioner corps. These groups are led for Eagle Scouts, both past and present
NYLT: National Youth Leadership Training; an advanced
by a district Key 3 made up of a volunteer District Chair,
weeklong leadership training for Scouts BSA and Venturers
volunteer District Commissioner, and a District Executive or OA : Order of the Arrow; Scouting’s National Honor
other professional scouter. Society
OWL: Outdoor Leadership Skills for Webelos Leaders
WHAT IS A UNIT? Roundtable: Monthly meeting to help adult leaders
plan and organize their program
Scouts are organized into various units depending on their SFF: Scouting For Food; Annual food drive in November
age and program. Your unit belongs to a church, school, or YPT: Youth Protection Training
some other group of people in your community (also known
as a Chartering Organization). This group, along with the
families and leaders in the unit, make sure your unit has
good volunteer leaders, a place to meet, and exciting
things to do.
SCOUTING PROGRAMS
CUB SCOUTS is a year-round family and home-centered program that develops ethical decision-making skills for
youth in kindergarten through fifth grade. Activities emphasize character development, citizenship training, and
personal fitness.
SCOUTS BSA is a year-round program for youth 11 through 17 designed to achieve the aims of Scouting through a
vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with the counsel of an adult Scoutmaster.
VENTURING is a year-round program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade)
through 20 years of age to provide positive experiences through exciting and meaningful youth-run activities that
help them pursue their special interests, grow by teaching others, and develop leadership skills.
EXPLORING is a career education program for young men and women who are between 14 and 21 years old. Exploring
is all about helping young adults make more informed decisions about future careers and determining if a particular
career is right for them. Through our program, youth will take part in hands-on career experiences in fields they are
interested in learning more about.
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scoutingevent.com
The Central Florida Council utilizes online event registration through scoutingevent.com. This system was
created by Scouters for Scouters and is very user friendly. This system is ideal for registering your whole
unit for an event, or just your family. You can create a MyRoster account which will save your information
so you don’t have to re-enter everything for each event. Signing up for the great events across the council
is quick and easy!
KEY FEATURES OF SCOUTINGEVENT.COM
INTEGRATED CALENDAR CREATE AN ACCOUNT
The Scoutingevent.com calendar shows all Council When registering for an event, you have two options:
and District events on a calendar you can access
right from cflscouting.org.
The calendar is fully searchable by category, type
of activity, district/council, or by date.
Clicking on an event in the calendar takes you right
to information about the event and the registration
link, so there’s no additional searching around!
Find the Calendar Here: 1) Register as a Guest or
2) Create an Account
If you register as a guest, you will have to re-enter
ALL of your information for every event.
We recommend option 2, creating a MyRoster
account when you register for your first event on
this system. Creating an account will save your
information so you don’t have to re-enter everything
for each event which will save you time!
REGISTER YOUR WHOLE UNIT OR JUST YOU!
Is your pack coming to Cub Scout Halloween? Is your Troop coming to The BEAST?
Scoutingevent.com makes it easy to register your whole unit for events! When you use your MyRoster
account to register, the participant information you enter for events can be used for future events so you
don’t have to enter the entire unit’s information for every single event.
As the Registrant Contact for an event, you have access to reports to help keep track of your unit and make
sure everyone is registered and ready for a great event.
NEW FEATURES FOR SUMMER CAMP
A great feature is the PARENT PORTAL. The Registrant Contact can activate this in the registration so
parents can enter the information for their scouts, select classes, and make payments for camp!
Utilizing the PARENT PORTAL and the reports available through this system, Unit Leaders and parents can
see how their Scouts are doing throughout the week in their Merit Badge classes! After camp is done, Unit
Leaders can even print the blue cards for each Scout!
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CAMP LA-NO-CHE
EVENTS
2021-2022
Located at the Leonard and Marjorie Williams Scout Reservation, Camp La-No-Che is a year round,
1,600 acre camp operated by the Central Florida Council.
We have great activities for all programs throughout the year that have been planned and
organized by our council volunteers and professional staff. All that’s missing from them is you!
The next few pages are divided into two sections - Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA/Venturing. They
tell you about those great experiences and how you and your whole unit can take part in an
awesome pre-planned outdoor experience at Camp La-No-Che!
EXAMPLE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Event Title AND WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Find a quick
description
AWESOME EVENT AT CAMP! of the event
This event is awesome and has a lot of fun, here
unique opportunities for your scouts! Take
advantage of a great weekend at Camp!
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: APRIL 13-15, 2021
Information Cost: $20 per person
on date, time, Meal Plan Available for Purchase
location and T-Shirt pre-order deadline: March 23, 2021
cost(if available)
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-awesome
Use these links to find out more
and register for the event
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO FIND OUT THE LATEST ABOUT CAMP LA-NO-CHE:
WWW.CAMPLANOCHE.COM
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in this guide, all event information is subject to change based on
program needs, weather, or other internal or external factors unknown at the time of printing. For most up-to-date
information visit the website above.
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CUB SCOUT
EVENTS 2021-2022
REMINDERS FOR A SUCCESSFUL VISIT FOR ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS:
You may bring your own meals or purchase a meal plan if it is offered(noted in this guide).
T-Shirts are pre-order only and must be ordered when registering at least 3 weeks prior to event.
For Weekend events at Camp La-No-Che, please plan to bring your own tents as most sites will not
have tents set up between August and May.
CAN’T MAKE THE FULL WEEKEND EVENT? REGISTER AND ATTEND SATURDAY ONLY TO EXPERIENCE ALL
THE GREAT ACTIVITIES FOR THAT EVENT.
CUB SCOUT HALLOWEEN WEEKENDS LIGER GROWL
PUMPKINS, SCARECROWS & GHOSTS GALORE! Meet other Lions and Tigers! Scouts will have
By day, take part in Fall Festival activities, the opportunity to shoot bows and arrows, BB
then get in costume to have a spooky fun guns, swimming, arts & crafts, take part in the
evening! Special discounted “Rybolt Camping” Liger Stomp Parade, campfire show, & party!
option available!
EVENT INFORMATION EVENT INFORMATION
Date: All Weekends in October Date: Nov 19-21, 2021
Cost: $22-$28 per person Cost: $22-$26 per person
Meal Plan Available for Purchase Meal Plan Available for Purchase
T-Shirt available for pre-order T-Shirt available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-halloween scoutingevent.com/083-LigerGrowl
CUB HOLIDAY WEBELOS TO SCOUT TRANSITION
Dress as your favorite holiday character and Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts will work
help save camp from the Grinch! Bring your closely with their Scout Troop Guides to
favorite holiday sweater to enter the ugliest prepare them for their crossover and learn
sweater contest. Even get your picture with the Scout skills they need to succeed and
Santa and friends! have fun!
EVENT INFORMATION EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Dec 10-12, 2021 Date: Dec 3-5, 2021
Cost: $26-$30 per person Cost: $30-$35 per person
Meal Plan Available for Purchase Meal Plan Available for Purchase
T-Shirt available for pre-order T-Shirt available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-CubHoliday scoutingevent.com/083-W2ST
8Cub Scout Spring-a-Palooza! MORE CUB CAMPING INFORMATION:
Your Cub Scouts can look forward to FUN Looking for more? Check out the Camp
this spring at this newly created Spring Website and use the “Cub Scout” drop down
menu for more events and a view to the year-
Cub Scout event that ties in adventure
round calendar!
and learning on a yearly theme!
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Apr 8-10, 2022
Cost: $24-$28 per person
Meal Plan Available for Purchase
T-Shirt available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-STEAMWars
PACKS, TROOPS, & CREWS!
ALL SCOUTS & FAMILIES!
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www.camplanoche.com/cfc100
9Scouts BSA &
Venturing
EVENTS
2021-2022
A Couple of Notes to ensure a great experience at these events:
You may bring your own meals or purchase a meal plan if it is offered(noted in this guide).
T-Shirts are pre-order only and must be ordered when registering at least 3 weeks prior to event.
For Weekend events at Camp La-No-Che, please plan to bring your own tents as most sites will not
have tents set up outside of June and July.
SUMMER CAMP 2021
The Staff at Camp La-No-Che welcomes you to a great summer camp experience! Brave the
waters of Lake Norris as part of the LNYC Sailing Program; climb to new heights at the 3-program
Adventure Tower; race through camp on an ATV; learn the skills you need to survive from Scouts
and Native Americans; cook over an open fire!
You won’t find a better camp experience anywhere!
Come with your unit or attend as part of the Provisional Troop!
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates: Jun 6-12, 13-19, 20-26, 27-Jul 3, 11-17, 18-24
Cost: $320 per Scout
$100 per adult
Meals included in cost of event
T-Shirt available for pre-order MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-summercamp
THE BEAST II: THE RECKONING WINTER CAMP 2021
For Scouts BSA, Venturers, and Explorers. Be a With new classes, amazing staff, and constant
part of The BEAST II: The Reckoning this fall. facility improvements, there’s no questioning
Like the BEAST, but with more competition how Camp La-No-Che has been considered
elements in this action packed weekend. Can a “premier Scout camp” for over 70 years!
you handle the Reckoning? Come with your unit or attend as part of the
Provisional Troop!
EVENT INFORMATION EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Sep 24-26, 2021 Dates: Full Sessions Dec 18-21, Dec 27-30
Cost: $30-$40 per person Cost: $165-$180 per Scout / $90 per Adult
Meal Plan Available for Purchase Meals included in cost of event
T-Shirt available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-Beast2 scoutingevent.com/083-wintercamp
10THE BEAST STAFF OPPORTUNITIES FOR
For Scouts BSA, Venturers, and Explorers. WINTER CAMP 2021
Conquer The BEAST this spring. With an open AND SUMMER CAMP 2022
schedule of activities all across camp, you’re Be a part of the staff that makes Winter Camp
sure to have a great weekend. Event sold out a great experience, or apply to be a part of the
last year, so register early! Summer Camp staff! Keep an eye on deadlines
EVENT INFORMATION to ensure consideration.
Date: Apr 22-24, 2022 All applications online
Cost: $35-$45 per person CAMP STAFF APPLICATION DEADLINES
Meal Plan Available for Purchase
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-beast
11TIPISA NATIVE AMERICAN WEEKEND
An Event For All Scouts
Presented by Tipisa Lodge #326, Order of the Arrow, TNAW encourages Scouts to take a trip back in
time and learn about Native Americans while having fun! There are various crafts and activities for
Scouts to enjoy as well as vendors.
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Mar 4-6, 2022
Cost: $35-45 per participant
T-Shirts available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-TNAW
EVENTS FOR ORDER OF THE ARROW MEMBERS
For those Scouts who are members of the Order of the Arrow, or who will be this fall, Tipisa Lodge
has events throughout the year for you to participate in that are fun, provide service, and allow
you to meet fellow arrowmen from across the council and beyond! Check out their website to find
the most up to date information on these great events and opportunities.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates and information for events can be found at Tipisa.org
Cost: Varies by event
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.Tipisa.org
SUMMER CAMP 2022: A VISION OF THE FUTURE
Watch Camp La-No-Che transform into the summer camp of the FUTURE! Experience new
programs and new ways of learning classic skills. A new staff, new schedule, and MORE!
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates: Jun 7-13, 14-20, 21-27, 28-July 4; additional weeks to be announced June 1, 2021
New Leaders’ Guide for 2022 will be available August 1, 2021
Meals included in cost of event
T-Shirt available for pre-order
MORE INFORMATION
visit www.camplanoche.com
scoutingevent.com/083-summercamp
12Reserve Camp For Your Unit Online
Your Unit is now able to reserve the use of campsites and facilities at Camp La-No-Che ONLINE!
Your Pack can plan a fall picnic and pool party using one of the activity shelters, or your Troop or
Crew can plan a weekend camp out using one of our over 25 campsites!
Camp La-No-Che is your home away from home!
Here’s how it works…it’s as easy as 1-2-3!
STEP 1: Go to
CAMPLANOCHE.COM/RESERVE-CAMP
A button will also be available on the
front page of www.camplanoche.com
STEP 2: Choose your
facility and choose your
booking date
The booking system allows you to book by preferred date, or by preferred facility,
giving you options. Click the “Reserve ” button to get started by date; choose the
facility from the listed categories to begin based on facility preference. Each facility
will have a specific pricing scale for your group, and may require a deposit to reserve.
If a facility is not available during your preferred date(s) the calendar will display
an “X” in place of the date. By clicking the date(s) you would like to reserve each
facility, your booking will be moved into accessible in the upper right corner.
PRO TIP
If you plan on booking just one facility, like a single campsite for a weekend, it is easiest to do that by first selecting
your preferred site and then the date. If you plan on booking multiple facilities in a single booking (maybe several
campsites, or a site and the pool) you should begin by selecting your date first by clicking the “Reserve” button.
STEP 3: Checkout!
Once you have locked in each facility for your preferred date, click the Shopping
Cart at the top-right of the page and follow the instructions, entering in Unit
details, contact info, and estimated* youth and adults attending. At the time of
booking, only a non-refundable site deposit will be required. Site deposits can be
paid for using eCheck or Credit Card**.
Unit bookings can be made up to 12 months in advance. Some availability may be limited due to planned Council or
District events. If you have any questions or need help getting started, contact Pam at 352-669-8558 or at
pam@camplanoche.com
*Estimated attendance will help determine projected price. Final attendance will be collected at check in and per person pricing
will be adjusted. Additional payment may be required up to 2 weeks prior to visit and may also be charged onsite in some cases.
**Credit/Debit Card payments will be charged a 3% service fee.
13Training for Leaders
Training provides knowledge, skills, and best practices a leader needs to better understand his or
her role in providing an effective and worthwhile program to youth. Trained leaders are more confident and
better prepared to deliver engaging and FUN adventures – while having fun themselves! Adult leader training
is divided into levels. The Central Florida Council training team offers many of the courses available at the
different levels as live, group training sessions. Read on to learn more about these levels, and the training
needed to be considered basic leader trained.
JOINING COURSE WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE A TRAINED LEADER?
Youth Protection Training is a joining requirement for
all registered adults and must be retaken every two YOUTH POSITION SPECIFIC
POSITION
years. Leaders must create or log into their PROTECTION TRAINING
my.scouting.org account to take Youth Protection Tiger Scout Den Tiger Den Leaders
training online. YPT is also offered at some council or Leaders (online)
district events. Wolf/Bear Den Cub Scout Den
Leader or Assistant Leader (online)
MY.SCOUTING.ORG Webelos Den Leader Webelos Den Leader
This is the online home for many different trainings or Assistant (online)
offered by the Boy Scouts of America for its different
volunteer positions. Take time to visit this site and Cubmaster or
Cubmaster (online)
create a profile, if you haven’t already to take those Assistant
available trainings online. Pack Committee Pack Committee
Member or Chair (online)
POSITION SPECIFIC (ROLE BASED) COURSES Pack Trainer Pack Trainer
These courses are designed to help Scouters learn how Chartered Chartered
to effectively carry out their Scouting roles. Adult Organization Organization
leaders in units are considered ‘trained’ and eligible Representative Representative
to wear the official Trained emblem when they have
Scoutmaster or
completed Youth Protection Training and the training SM Specifics & IOLS
Assistant
courses for their registered position. Many in-person
courses are offered in CFC and can be found at Troop Committee Troop Committee
cflscouting.org/training. Check back often, especially Member or Chair Challenge (online)
during the school year, as additional courses and updates
Venturing Leader
can occur frequently. Venturing Advisor
Specific Training
SUPPLEMENTAL AND ADVANCED TRAINING
These courses are designed to help Scouters develop a
particular skill to enhance their Scouting role. Online
modules may be found in my.scouting.org accounts. TRAINING AT NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE BASES
Other opportunities are listed below. There are opportunities for Scouters to visit one of the
National High Adventure Bases to attend trainings in a
UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – Youth and adults in units, great setting that enhances the training being offered.
commissioners, and virtually every volunteer at the
district or council level can choose classes designed for WOOD BADGE - The course content and leadership
them at the largest annual supplemental training event principles introduced apply to Scouters of all leadership
in the council. This event is scheduled for January 26, positions and provides a common foundation of
2021. leadership skills to be used throughout all program areas.
CFC offers two Wood Badge courses each year. Course
dates and registration can be found at
www.cfcwoodbadge.com
For more information and the most up to date training opportunities, please visit:
CFLSCOUTING.ORG/TRAINING
14Scouting Safely
Few youth organizations encompass the breadth, volume, and diversity of physical activity common to
Scouting, and none enjoy a better safety record. The key to maintaining and improving this exemplary
record is the conscientious and trained adult leader who is attentive to safety concerns. Below are some
useful resources to help you provide the safest Scouting program to your youth this year.
THE GUIDE TO SAFE SCOUTING
Available in print, downloadable pdf, online, and even in a mobile app, The Guide to Safe Scouting prepares members
of the Boy Scouts of America to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. A must for all unit leaders it
can be viewed or downloaded online at Scouting.org/SafeScouting or purchased at the Central Florida Scout Shop.
AGE-APPROPRIATE GUIDELINES FOR SCOUTING ACTIVITIES CHART
Age- and rank-appropriate guidelines have been developed based on many factors. When planning activities outside of
program materials or handbooks, ask this question: Is the activity appropriate for the age and for Scouting?
THE SWEET 16 OF BSA SAFETY
As an aid in the continuing effort to protect participants in a Scout activity, the BSA National Health and Safety
Committee has developed the “Sweet Sixteen” of BSA safety procedures for physical activity. These 16 points, which
embody good judgment and common sense, are applicable to all activities and are included in The Guide to Safe
Scouting and are viewable online at Scouting.org/ScoutingSafely.
THE RISK ZONE: TRANSPORTING SCOUTS SAFELY
The #1 cause of preventable injury in the BSA is not our aquatics, climbing, shooting, or camping programs; it is the
travel to and from these programs. The Risk Zone is a presentation based training focused on attentive driving. This
presentation will educate the participants on ways to prevent distractions and fatigue while driving as well as provide
information on SUVs and vans, traveling with trailers, and insurance information. Download The Risk Zone at
Scouting.org/ScoutingSafely under the “Training” section.
READ MORE ABOUT THE BSA’S COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AT
SCOUTING.ORG/HEALTH-AND-SAFETY
The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating
the most secure environment possible for our youth members. To
maintain such an environment, the BSA has developed numerous
procedural and leadership selection policies and provides parents and
leaders with resources for the Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, and Venturing
programs.
Youth Protection training is required for all BSA registered
volunteers.
Youth Protection training must be taken every two years.
If a volunteer’s Youth Protection training record is not current at the
time of recharter, the volunteer will not be re-registered.
True youth protection can be achieved only through the focused
commitment of everyone in Scouting. Take some time to visit the
Youth Protection website to learn about the latest initiatives to keep
your kids safe:
SCOUTING.ORG/TRAINING/YOUTH-PROTECTION
15Funding Your Program
The aims and methods of Scouting instruct that a Scout be thrifty and that they pay their own way
for program and activities. Scouts learn the value of money and hard work by earning the money
to pay for things. But they didn’t join Scouting to do fundraising! The fundraising have a purpose
and the purpose is to raise a targeted number of dollars to do something else.
Different families have different resources at their disposal. Some families may not need to
participate in fundraising at all. Others in the same unit might need additional opportunities to
raise funds. Troops, Packs and Crews pull together and enjoy activities as a group rather than
individually. This calls for a unified approach to planning and funding the activities.
The very first Journey to Excellence objective is Planning and Budget as it relates to fundraising.
Gold level units involve the youth in producing a program plan and budget that is reviewed and
approved by a committee that regularly meets. The natural outgrowth of this planning process
should be consensus of youth and adult members on nature of the program for the coming year
and the nature of the fundraising to accomplish it. Scouting families should enthusiastically
embrace the fundraising process for what it is and what it accomplishes.
POPCORN
With over 70% of the Popcorn sale going to support Scouting, there
is no other fund raiser with that high of a return, and the majority
of the money going directly to your unit. Up to 35% goes straight to
local units in form of commission, prizes for your Scouts, and sales
materials. The remaining 35% goes to support Camp La-No-Che,
Volunteer Service Center, and the other indirect support provided
for your Scouting program. The sale begins in August and ends in
November. Sign up starts in May.
CAMP CARDS
The Camp Card sale is designed specifically to help Scouts earn
funds to offset the cost of their Scouting experience. Units
participating in this program can earn up to 40% commission for
each Camp Card they sell. Sales begin in January and end in April.
UNIT MONEY EARNING APPLICATIONS
A unit must submit a Unit Money Earning Application to the council prior to any non-council sponsored
fundraiser. The application is available from the Volunteer Service Center and should be submitted to the
office or District Executive at least two weeks prior to the start of the fundraiser.
Whenever your unit is planning a money-earning project, be sure to refer to the BSA’s “Guide to Unit Money
Earning Projects” as your guide. It will be helpful to you as you fill out the application. If your answer is yes
to all the questions in this document, it is likely the project conforms to Scouting’s standards and will be
approved. For more information consult your District Executive.
These and other resources for a successful year of Scouting are available at:
cflscouting.org/AnnualPlanning
16Journey to Excellence
Journey to Excellence, or JTE, is a recognition program for your unit that helps you measure how well you
are doing in the key items that give Scouts a great experience. It is another tool for your toolbox to help
build a stronger unit. When used, this tool can help you build a stronger unit and be recognized for your
efforts. The three recognition levels are Bronze, Silver, and Gold.
There are 4 major areas measured by the Journey To Excellence tool:
Planning and Budget Membership
Program Volunteer Leadership
Each area has its own measurements that are indicators of a strong unit. By keeping an eye on these areas,
it will in turn help you build a stronger unit. And the good news is by using this unit annual planning guide to
plan your year, you are already on your way to achieving JTE Gold!
FOR COMPLETE JTE SCORECARDS FOR YOUR PROGRAM, VISIT SCOUTING.ORG/JTE
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17Online Calendars
To ensure you have the most accurate and relevant information related to Council and
District events happening during this program year, we have included links and QR Codes
to our online calendar specific to each district and program level.
You can access the calendar by either clicking the program name or scanning the qr code
with your phone.
COUNCIL CALENDAR
TIMUQUA DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
18LAKE DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
SEMINOLE DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
EAGLE EMPIRE DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
METRO ORLANDO DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
19COLONIAL DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
CHALLENGER DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
OSCEOLA DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
RIVERSIDE DISTRICT CALENDAR
CUB SCOUTS SCOUTS BSA/VENTURING
20Don’t Forget to Include These
Other Calendars in Your Planning:
School District Calendars
Religious Observance dates for all faiths
FOR A COMPLETE CALENDAR OF RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCE DATES VISIT:
https://www.scouting.org/resources/relationships/religious-observances
Visit the Religious Emblems
Website by scanning the QR
code:
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