We are always looking for merit badge counselors.  Look through the merit badges and see what interests you!  To become a counselor, follow these steps...

Step 1 - Go to my.scouting.com to complete youth protection training (YPT) and merit badge counselor position specific training.  Save these 2 certificates to your computer.

Step 2 - Complete the AB506 training and Live Scan.  https://mandatedreporterca.com/training/volunteers & https://www.applicantservices.com/californiascouting/Login?SectionRequested=TransactionPurchase%2F%3Fcbid%3DCAAPP_AR776_VOLUNTEER.

Step 3 - Complete the application process at this link.  If you are already registered with the troop, you can skip the YPT, AB506 and Live Scan if you are current.

https://www.sdicbsa.org/advancement/MBCounselorApplication.php

10/21 - 10/23  Camp Fiesta Island - Water Activities - Patrol Cooking    

Please sign up on our Google Signup page.  You must have passed the BSA swim test in the last year to participate in the water activities. 

Swim test, for those who need it, will be on 10/8 @8am at Adams Park Pool.  There is a $5.00 fee for swimming to be paid at the kiosk.  Sign up on Google Sheet. 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nZHRYJ_tUukW2kh3czM0TsaCevUJ4LEO...

Everyone will need to have passed the BSA swim test within the last year to participate in water activities.  If you have not passed the swim test in the last year, please come to the Adams Pool on 10/8 at 8am.  Sign up Below...  

• Jump feet first into water over the head, level off, and begin swimming.
• Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: side, breast, trudgen, or crawl. Swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke.
• The 100 yards must be completed without stops and must include at least one sharp turn.
• Rest by floating…Long enough to demonstrate ability to rest when exhausted.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nZHRYJ_tUukW2kh3czM0TsaCevUJ4LEO...

Troop 619 is selling popcorn.  We are doing it a little different then years past.  We will not be standing in front of stores selling.  Instead we sent home order sheets.  We ask that each scout sell at least 2 items.  Collect monies as you take the order!  

Our troop gets a % of these sales to help pay for camps and events.  Our council also gets a % of the sales.  This money helps to keep our council going and maintain our council camps.   

Any questions, contact Christina @ jcbrax@gmail.com 

https://www.meritbadgeday.com/ 

Troop 959 is hosting a merit badge day.  They are offering different Merit Badges then we usually see.  Use the link above to register.  Classes fill up quickly - Sign up today!

This is an attend on your own or sign up with friends event.

Council is hosting Life to Eagle Workshop on October 16th.     

If you are interested in attending this workshop and learning more about the process from Life to Eagle, please review the attached flyer below and RSVP to doris.mccarthy@sdsu.edu.

Learn How To: 

• Choose an appropriate and challenging Eagle service project
• Effectively develop and write a project proposal
• Locate an Eagle Project Counselor/Coach
• Complete the Eagle Rank Application form
• Request letters of reference 

RSVP is required: To reserve a seat at one of the workshops, send email to: doris.mccarthy@sdsu.edu. State name of Scout, rank, unit number, name of parent, and Zone. (Youth must copy parent when sending email to an adult).

Bring a copy of the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook and Eagle Rank Application with you – download from council website: sdicbsa.org. 

Uniform is the appropriate dress.