Join us on April 24th for the GNYC Citywide 100th Anniversary Service Day!
Join Scouts and leaders from throughout the five boroughs to take place in conservation and community beautification projects across the city as part of our 100th Anniversary celebrations.
GNYC is proud to partner with MillionTreesNYC to plant trees in city parks, and more than a dozen other service and conservation opportunties will take place as well.
All details and contact information can be found on the 100th Anniversary Service Day flyer. please note, all Scouts and leaders are instructed to wear their Scout uniforms as part of these united efforts to improve our city!
Happy 100th Anniversary, Boy Scouts of America!
100 years of Scouting in the United States is being celebrated today, February 8, 2010. Scouting's impact on millions of young people over the last century is immeasurable, helping build local and national leaders, including Mayor Michael Bloomberg, President Gerald Ford, Steven Spielberg, Walter Cronkite, Neil Armstrong, and millions of other Americans of character, including husbands, fathers, and regular people who do their best every day.
Scouts today are helping in Haiti's relief efforts, participating in community service projects, and preparing the next generation of youth for the changing world.
See more news about Scouting's history and Centennial celebrations in the national media's coverage of this milestone: Good Morning America, NPR, and Fox News.
Upcoming springtime events to celebrate the 100th Anniversary include the New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade being dedicated to the Boy Scouts this year and a citywide service day on April 24th. Stay tuned for details about our July Times Square celebration, coinciding with the National Jamboree.
UNIT LEADERS! Do you want to plan a biking, climbing, canoeing or kayaking trip for your Scouts? If you were lost in the woods, would you know how to survive and get rescued? FIND OUT HOW at the GNYC Camping Expo & Outdoor Recreation Show at Alpine Scout Camp. Your Troop, Pack or Venturing Crew can also participate. Best of all, IT’S FREE!
Don’t miss the Mega-Midway, with retail displays of all kinds of camping & outdoor recreation equipment, including tents, packs, sleeping bags and camp stoves. The professional guides of the New York Wilderness Guide Company will present classes in Road Biking, Rock & Ice Climbing, Paddling and Wilderness Survival.
Get the latest info on summer camp opportunities at T.M.R., Cub World and the Pouch Cub Day Camp at the GNYC 2010 Summer Camp Kickoff. Pre-registration is required. View the event flyer or register online.
If You Promote Camp, Don't Miss the Camp Promotions Orientation on February 6th!
The Camp Promotions Orientation will be held Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Reeves Lodge, Alpine Scout Camp. Its purpose is to provide the latest and most complete information to volunteers that promote the GNYC weekend and summer camps, typically at Troop & Pack meetings, District & Boro Camp Kickoffs and Scout & Cub Roundtables.
You MUST attend if you are a member of your:
District Camping Committee
District Commissioners’ Staff
Order of the Arrow Lodge Camping Promotions Committee
Scout or Cub Roundtable Staff
All Order of the Arrow members are invited to attend.
Don't Miss the 2010 Training Extravaganza on January 9th!
The 2010 Training Extravaganza is being held on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Learn how to help your Scouts get the most out of the program from other leaders. There is a wide array of sessions for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturers, and general interest.
The 2010 Speak-Out for Scouting will be held on Friday, February 19th (school break week) in the GNYC office.
Two sessions will be offered: 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Participants are asked to come in full uniform and prepared with a few written paragraphs about their Scouting experience.
Scouts will receive guidance on public speaking and Honor Guard training. All participating Scouts will have an opportunity to be a member of the Honor Guard at a GNYC event, and some Scouts may be chosen to be the featured Scout Speaker at a GNYC special event, representing thousands of Scouts in New York City.
GNYC Pursues Conservation Easement & Other Options at William H. Pouch Scout Camp
The Board of Directors of the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America has approved the marketing of Camp Pouch due to unprecedented financial challenges.
A conservation easement that would prevent future development of the property and preserve it as green space for Scouts and the community is the preferred route, provided it is approved by the appropriate officials.
Northfield Bank Foundation Supports Staten Island's Special Needs Scouts
The Northfield Bank Foundation awarded the Staten Island Council, Boy Scouts of America a $20,000 grant to start up and help support in-school and after-school programs for youth with a range of special needs. We are so grateful for this generous gift and their partnership and inspiration in helping us serve all children in our community.
Susan Lamberti, Chair of the Northfield Bank Foundation, is a pioneer in creating and special needs programs for Scouts years ago and was honored earlier this year by the Council for her dedication and leadership to boys and girls in Staten Island.
The Northfield Bank Foundation was established in 2007 and is fast becoming a leader in youth and education issues in the communities it serves.
Photo, from left: Diane Senerchia, Executive Director, Northfield Bank Foundation; Joe Schiltz, Field Director, Staten Island Council; Susan Lamberti, Chair; Northfield Bank Foundation, Al Risi, President, Staten Island Council; and Rob Christy, District Executive, Staten Island Council, BSA. The foundation presented the Scouts with its grant at William H. Pouch Scout Camp in the Staten Island Greenbelt on November 17th.
Local Scouts Salute Heroes at NYC Veterans Day Parade
Greater New York Councils' Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts marched in the 2009 Veterans Day Parade up Fifth Avenue.
About 40 boys from local Scout packs and troops participated in the parade, while others showed their support of our country's heroes by waving flags on the sidelines, as the Scouts in this New York Daily News photo did.
'Celebrate Scouting' Stamp Artwork Unveiled by USPS...and Scouts Celebrate our Troops and Veterans
The U.S. Postal service has given a 'stamp of approval' to honor the Boy Scouts of America's 100th Anniversary. The stamp, to be available in summer 2010, depicts the spirit and outdoor adventure of Scouting.
In conjunction with the announcement and Veteran's Day observances, the BSA is launching a nationwide campaign encouraging Scouts to send letters and care packages to veterans and military men and women overseas, using the USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Box, to remind them of our support and gratitude for their service.
Celebrating 100 Years- National Hall of Leadership
Leaders are those who see possibilities and inspire others to see them too. Over the past century, Scouting leaders have inspired millions of Americans to dream more, do more, and become more. They have shaped our nation's youth by modeling Scouting virtues. And now we have a way to thank them.
The BSA 100th Anniversary National Hall of Leadership provides a one-time opportunity for you to honor and recognize a Scouting leader who positively impacted your life, or the lives of others. To be nominated, a person must be a living Scout or Scouting volunteer who may or may not be officially registered with the BSA. They must have served as an active Scout or Scouting volunteer for at least one year. A nominee may be young or old ? there is no age limit ? and you can submit as many nominations as you'd like.
The nomination period is open until to February 8, 2010. One inductee will be selected from each local BSA council in the country along with one from the national office. Inductees will be announced at the BSA National Annual Meeting in Dallas in May 2010. Please, take some time to tell the story of a leader who inspired you.
Rex Tillerson Inducted into Eagle Scout Hall of Fame
Rex W. Tillerson, Chairman & CEO of ExxonMobil Corporation was inducted into the Eagle Scout Hall of Fame on Monday, November 2, 2009 at the Hilton New York.
Past Eagle Scouts inducted into the Hall of Fame include Michael Bloomberg, Robert Gates, J.W. Marriott, Jr., Ross Perot, and John C. Whitehead.
Please read the full press release for more information.
Scouts and Parents: Show Your Scout Spirit on the CBS Early Show!
Scouts and parents are invited to join the audience at the CBS Early Show on Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st dressed in Halloween costumes or Scout uniforms for the show's Halloween special.
To be in the outdoor audience, please go to the GM/Trump Building Plaza at 58th/59th Street and 5th Avenue from 7 a.m.- 9 a.m. There will be prizes for youth and adults, and special events such as face painting, tours, and Disney celebrities.
Scouts are welcome to bring signs with such as ones promoting their pack or troop, the Greater New York Councils, or signs promoting the Boy Scouts of America's 100th anniversary.
If interested, please contact Emily Schnure at eschnure@bsamail.org to indicate that you plan on attending the Friday show, or Bill Kelly at wkelly@bsamail.org to indicate you are planning attend the Saturday show. Please indicate the total number of people that will be in your party.
Get Involved in BSA 100th Anniversary Celebrations
2010 is just around the corner and the Greater New York Councils knows you want to celebrate Scouting's rich heritage and exciting future with us.
Please take a moment to read our one-page summary of 100th Anniversary major engagement activities. Save the date for our citywide service day on April 24th, and New York City's Scout weekend from July 30th to August 1st, with a Times Square gathering on July 31st.
We also invite you to view a fun historical timeline of important moments in the past hundred years of the Boy Scouts of America. More information on national celebration plans may be found at www.scouting.org/100years.
Scout Days at Citi Field Prove a Major League Hit!
The Greater New York Councils held three Scout Days this summer at the Mets' new stadium, Citi Field, at which we promoted Scouting programs to youth and encouraged families to sign their sons up for Scouting.
Scouts in attendance performed in the opening ceremony and got to meet some of their major league heroes on the Mets. While select Scouts got to stand in player positions on the field and welcome the team as they took the field, more than 1,000 Scouts and families were able to stand in the outfield at the games and show their pride and participation in Scouting in New York City. Both the Scouts and Mets are excited to partner together to teach youth about teamwork and healthy living.
In 2010, the Boy Scouts of America will partner with Major League Baseball nationwide in the BSA's 100th Anniversary celebrations, with "Pitch for Scouting" promotions taking place at major and minor league ballfields around the country. From the first pitch to the seventh inning stretch to everywhere in between, Scouts will be on the field and involved in the sport, providing a fun and highly visible platform for Scouting and its centennial.
Teach Your Scouts Responsible Pet Ownership at "Meet the Breeds"
Visit the Boy Scout booth at The American Kennel Club and The Cat Fanciers' Association's "Meet the Breeds" event at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 17th and 18th.
While interacting with more than 160 dog breeds and 41 cat breeds, Scouts can pick up their packet at the Scout booth with quiz sheets, and materials to help complete the Responsible Pet Ownership Patch. More information can be found on our Scouting flyer or at www.meetthebreeds.com.
GNYC Becomes Official Partner of MillionTreesNYC
The Greater New York Councils is an official partner of MillionTreesNYC, a citywide tree planting and stewardship initiative that establishes a goal of planting one million trees throughout the city's five boroughs by 2017.
As a partner, the Greater New York Councils participates in the advisory committee as well as planning tree planting, education and outreach initiatives. Over the last two years, Scouts from across the city have planted thousands of trees in parks, on streets and at William H. Pouch Scout Camp in Staten Island, as well as assisted in their care and maintenance. For more information on how you can help make our city greener and greater, visit www.milliontreesnyc.org. Scouts can earn patches, service time and complete advancement requirements through this partnership. Please view the details here. A citywide Scouting service day is planned for April 24, 2010. Hope you can join us!
GNYC Rolls Out 100th Anniversary Plans at the Rain-Soaked Steak-Out
About 400 volunteers attended the Greater New York Councils' annual Steak-Out on a rainy Saturday at Alpine Scout Camp, where they picked up program ideas, met other Scouters, learned about the latest in Scouting materials and opportunities, and of course, enjoyed a steak barbecue under the pavilion.
The highlight of this year's event was the program unveiling 100th Anniversary engagement programs, with speeches by Charlie Rosser, GNYC Scout Executive; Tom Bain, GNYC Vice President- Program; Tony Fiori, GNYC 100th Anniversary Program Chair; Robert Mersereau, Director- 100th Anniversary Project BSA, and Tico Perez, BSA National Commissioner. For information on national celebrations, please visit www.scouting.org/100years. For information local celebrations, please contact Julio Garcia at jugarcia@bsamail.org or view plans here.
Mayor Bloomberg & Explorers Help Revitalize South Jamaica Houses
This August, Mayor Bloomberg and thousands of youth, including Law Enforcement Explorers, gave back to the community through "Summer of Service" revitalization projects throughout the five boroughs. The Mayor participated in a project across several agencies, helping to beautiful New York City Housing Authority sites and city parks, including the South Jamaica Houses in Queens, where he worked with Law Enforcement Explorers.
To see the official pictures of Mayor Bloomberg and Explorers, please click here and here.
Thank you to Mayor Bloomberg for helping instill community service values in youth.
Bill DeCota, Queens Council President, Passes Away
The Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America is deeply saddened to announce that longtime friend and Queens Council President Bill DeCota, passed away on September 11, 2009.
Bill served in the capacity of President of the Queens Council since 2000, a role he carried out successfully for nine consecutive years.
Please see the attached memo for more information. We will miss you, Bill. Thank you for your leadership and friendship.
BSA Registration Fee Goes Up on January 1, 2010 to $15
Scouting is an investment in a child, and is still a great value at $15 per year. At the new cost of just $1.25/month, members and volunteers will have the added convenience of additional user-friendly Web-based trainings and enhanced high-quality service. The registration fee for Exploring will remain $10.
New Boy Scout Handbook is 21st Century Guide For Life
It's green-friendly, it's online, and it will have its own iPhone application.
The Centennial Edition of the Boy Scout Handbook unveiled by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) prepares the 21st century Scout for new technology while celebrating the organization's rich heritage. The 475-page paperback features nostalgic illustrations from the previous 11 editions alongside references to emerging technology and expanded online information.
Touted by some Scouts as the ultimate adventure manual, the 12th edition Handbook teaches preparedness and responsibility in both traditional and new ways: think compass and GPS devices, tying a knot as well as a necktie, and first aid and Internet safety. For the first time, the printed Handbook is accompanied by an online site, www.bsahandbook.org, which contains expanded content and illustrations on handbook topics and advancement requirements.
"Be Prepared" While Traveling-- and Support Scouting Too!
"Be prepared for what?" someone once asked Lord Baden-Powell, founder of Scouting. "Why, for any old thing," he said. Will you "Be Prepared" when you and your family travel?
As a prudent traveler, please consider an opportunity to support Scouting at no extra cost while purchasing travel insurance. We are partnering with www.TripTithe.com, which will donate the agent's commission to the Greater New York Councils. Visit the Greater New York Councils' dedicated page here to learn more about opportunities to support Scouting while purchasing International Medical, Travel Medical and Trip Insurance. You will have peace of mind and do a good turn for Scouting!
Congratulations to New Eagle Scout Robert Rubano, 47 Years Young
Robert Rubano, Scoutmaster of Troop 24 in New Dorp, Staten Island, finally earned the Eagle Scout rank-- almost 30 years past his 18th birthday, the cut-off for such an achievement.
Rubano completed every requirement prior to his 18th birthday, as part of Troop 20 in Brooklyn, but a mix-up precluded him from completing his Board of Review. After presting his case to the National Boy Scouts of America and the Greater New York Councils, he finally appeared before a GNYC Advancement Committee and was approved both locally and by the National BSA.
His story was featured in this piece from the Staten Island Advance. Rubano says, "I know this pleases my dad, but I'm still not going to medical school."
Scouts Present Restored American Flag Badly Damaged on 9/11
We are proud to share an inspiring story from the Staten Island Advance about Staten Island Scouts presenting a 32-foot American flag that was restored after being badly damaged at the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center.
The unveiling took place at the Postcards Memorial, the 9/11 tribute located adjacent to the Richmond County Bank Ballpark, and the flag was then presented during the singing of the national anthem at a baseball game between the Staten Island Yankees and Brooklyn Cyclones on Sunday, July 26th.
A Day in the Life... of Scout Camp
Greetings from Ten Mile River! Please take a moment to get a glimpse into a typical Wednesday at Ten Mile River Scout Reservation's Camps Aquehonga and Keowa, with moments captured this July 22nd.
We caught up with New York City boys skillfully making handicrafts, building bridges, bravely scaling the COPE course, cooling off in the pool, attending outdoor worship services, getting muddy on bikes, boating, fishing, and more. It's clear that they are learning many valuable life skills...while having even more fun!
Please take a moment to view our photo album of just one of many idyllic summer camp days that will remain in a child's memory forever!
Use Our New Links to Parent & Volunteer Resources to Enhance Your Child's Scouting Experience
We have renamed our "Volunteer Resources" tab "Volunteer & Parent Resources" to reinforce the importance that mothers and fathers have in nuturing their children's development, both in and out of Scouting.
We hope families take advantage of the links to Boys' Life magazine, Scouting magazine, and the ScoutParents website to get additional information to maximize their Scouting experience.
While Boys' Life is well known as being "The Magazine for All Boys", Scouting Magazine is the national family magazine for adult Scouting leaders, offering editorial content that is a mixture of information, instruction, and inspiration, designed to strengthen readers' abilities to better perform their leadership roles in Scouting and also to assist them as parents in strengthening families.
Stake Out Your Spot at the Steak-Out and Be Part of our 100th Anniversary Kick-Off!
Join us on Saturday, September 12th at Alpine Scout Camp for the 2009 GNYC Steak-Out, our exciting annual fall program kick-off, with great ideas for trips, special programs, the latest outdoor gear at our fully-stocked midway, and a steak lunch.
The highlight of this year's Steak-Out is that it also serves as our official 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration. Tico Perez, BSA National Commissioner, will be keynote speaker for the day, and Robert Mersereau, BSA National Director for the 100th Anniversary, will also be present to share National initatives and events for the 100th Anniversary with volunteers and other attendees.
Click here to stake your spot now for only $10! The price goes up on September 5th.
Law Enforcement Explorers Work the City Beat in "All Day New York"
More than 300 young men and women in the Greater New York Councils' Law Enforcement Exploring program are spending this June 29th touring the city with various law enforcement agency officials, predominately those of the NYPD, in siren-flashing patrol cars to visit locations where young adults in this highly-regarded program will learn about law enforcement careers.
This year's theme of the annual All Day New York is "Law Enforcement and the Media", and Explorers are promoting the day's activities on both the CBS Early Show and ABC's Good Morning America. Explorers are also touring movie studios and engaging in a panel discussion at One Police Plaza with distinguished members of law enforcment and the media, including Domenico Montanaro of NBC News.
Explorers also ran a successful city-wide community service project this weekend, Operation Safe Child, in conjunction with the Explorer Officers' Association. This imporant project resulted in more than 400 of our city's families being provided a Safe Child Card, with a current photograph, biographical information and fingerprints, so that in the unfortunate case of a child's disappearance, law enforcement officials have vital information to expedite an investigation and bring the child home safely.
Congratulations to both Explorers and advisors for these accomplishments. More information can be found at www.nyexploring.org.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Volunteers Do A Good Turn
20 Enterprise Rent-A-Car employees turned out for a work day at Alpine Scout Camp on June 19th, where they spent the day painting the interior of the pool shower house, in preparation for hundreds of children this summer.
The Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation funded this and another project to take place with additional Enterprise volunteers on July 11th at William H. Pouch Scout Camp, where the group will install split rail fencing at the Lake Ohrbach waterfront entrance.
We applaud the dedicated efforts of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and its employees to help improve facilities for the youth of our community. Previous generous funding constructed the Enterprise Rent-A-Car COPE and teambuilding courses at Alpine Scout Camp.
Buy Discounted Six Flags Tickets Here and Help Support Scouting!
We are happy to announce a partnership with Six Flags Great Adventure, which offers not only incredible discounts for you and your friends, but which also supports the Scouting program at the same time. $5 of the cost of each discounted ticket will go directly to support Scouting in New York City.
Click here for all the details and to buy tickets. Help us spread the word that the GNYC website is the place to get great discounts on summer fun while supporting our youth development programs for boys and girls.
Summer's almost here-- take advantage of this great opportunity!
The Early Bird Gets The Camp Discount!
If boys in your pack or troop are planning to attend Ten Mile River or Cub World this year, take advantage of the Early Bird payment discount by paying online before May 31, 2009. The discount is $30 per week or $15 per session at Cub World.
Click here to make payment for Ten Mile River or click here to make payment for Cub World. See you at camp!
GNYC'S BSA Centennial Celebration Plans Are Under Way!
The Boy Scouts of America's 100th birthday in 2010 will be here before we know it! The Greater New York Councils is working to ensure that the greatest city and the biggest Boy Scout council has a fitting celebration for the occasion.
The highlights of our celebration will allow the community to recognize Scouting's illustrious past and promising future, while providing opportunities for our Scouts and leaders to share in the excitement.
The highlights of our celebration will take place during the weekend of July 30- August 1, 2010 with camping, city treks, and visibility opportunities in New York City for Scouts from throughout the tri-state area, including live feeds of our centennial celebrations at the National Jamboree.
A draft of GNYC's 100th Anniversary Celebration Plan can be viewed here. The National Council has several other opportunities available in which Scouts can take part.
2010 National Jamboree- GNYC Contingent Sold Out
We are excited to announce that the Greater New York Councils has had such a tremendous response that we have already sold out all spaces for our contingent at the 2010 National Jamboree.
All five boroughs of New York City are represented in this contingent. Everyone is looking forward to an amazing Jamboree and centennial celebration.
A waiting list has been created any spots will be offered on a first come, first serve basis as they become available. Any inquiries regarding the Jamboree should be directed to Julio Garcia, jgarcia@bsa-gnyc.org.
Calling All Cub Scouts!
Mark your calendars for the 2009 Spring Cub Activity Day, set for Saturday, May 9th at John E. Reeves Cub World, Alpine, NJ.
Cub Scouts and familes are encouraged to attend for an exciting day of outdoor fun, games, food and fellowship.
Pease click here for all the details. See you there!
Mayor Bloomberg Credits Scout Training for Quick Thinking
New York City's Mayor Michael Bloomberg credits his background as a Boy Scout for his quick thinking when someone passed out during a press conference recently. He used the skills he learned to earn the First Aid merit badge to assist the ill college student. "I'm happy for my Boy Scout training," he said.
Click here for the New York Daily News story. Mayor Bloomberg is pictured at left with Eagle Scout Shawn Goldsmith at the Mayor's holiday party in December.
"759: Boy Scouts of Harlem" Documentary World Premiere Shines a Light on GNYC Scouts
A heartwarming independent documentary film, "759: Boy Scouts of Harlem", premiered this past Saturday at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. Scouts and leaders from Harlem's Troop 759 emerged from their limo as celebrities on the red carpet to see the true story of their troop hit the big screen.
In the film, Keith Dozier, left, spends his first summer at Ten Mile River's Camp Keowa and has many poignant, and funny, moments along the way. The film highlights the bond of the troop and their dedicated leaders, including Keith's grandmother, Ms. Ann, and Okpoti Sowah, a devoted decades-long Scout leader. For more information and photos, please click here. More information on the film can be found at www.harlemscouts.com.
It's Time to Sign Up for the 2010 National Jamboree!
Youth applications are now available on a first-come, first-serve basis for the 2010 National Jamboree, an event that takes place every 4 years. Next year, Scouts and adults from across the country and visitors from across the world will meet for a week of activities that show Scouting's fun and spirit. Come live Scouting at its best!
More information on the jamboree, which will be held from July 26- August 4, 2010 at Fort A.P. Hill, VA is available here.
Parents: Join Your Son For Overnight Camping Fun!
For an exciting outdoor experience with your son, join him on a 1 to 3 day camping adventure this summer at Alpine Scout Camp, in Alpine, NJ. The memories will last a lifetime!
Sleep in a tent under the stars, hike in the woods, and participate in a variety of exciting sports and other activities. Click here to see pricing and contact information.
Scouts Represent BSA's 99th Anniversary on CBS Early Show
Boy Scouts from across the metro New York region attended a taping of the CBS Early Show this February in celebration of the Boy Scouts of America's 99th anniversary.
Thank you to all of the Scouts and families who helped spread the word about our upcoming Centennial as we celebrate the adventure and continue the journey of Scouting.
Join Us at the Free Camping Expo at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
All GNYC Scoutmasters, Cubmasters and Venturing Crew Advisors are invited to attend the GNYC Camping Expo at the Intrepid on Saturday, March 28th.
Attendance is limited; please click here to register and view the event flyer.
Discover a wide variety of GNYC camping opportunities, information on parks, hiking opportunities and lots more! As an added bonus, after the Expo you can tour the Intrepid!
Send your Scouts to the Speak-Out for Scouting!
Please encourage your Boy Scouts to attend our annual Speak-Out for Scouting public speaking seminar on Saturday, March 21st at the Hilton New York. Cub Scouts and Explorers are also invited to attend this free program, which includes lunch.
Scouts who attend and learn public speaking skills may be invited to represent the Scouts at special events throughout the year.
Please complete and return the attached flyer to receive your Scout's registration kit for the event.
John F. McGillicuddy, GNYC Co-Chairman, Passes Away at 78
The Directors and staff of the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America mourn the passing of our esteemed friend and Board Co-Chairman John F. McGillicuddy, who also served as our President for 14 years. We are grateful for his longstanding support as a champion for the children in our community. John's presence will always be felt in the lives of those he touched as a leader of Scouting in New York City and in countless other organizations. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife Constance and his entire family.
To learn more about his legacy with Scouting and funeral arrangements, please read the attached memo.
GNYC Eagle Scout Accomplishes Rare Feat of Earning All 121 Merit Badges
Eagle Scout Shawn Goldsmith has done what few Scouts have ever done, earning every Merit Badge offered by the Boy Scouts of America, all to fulfill a pledge made to his dying grandmother.
To achieve the elite rank of Eagle Scout, a young man must earn 21 merit badges, and each one achieved requires time, hard work and proven skill mastery. Earning 121 merit badges is an almost unheard-of feat that requires an overwhelming commitment of time and effort to learning life skills such as lifesaving, orienteering, auto mechanics, medicine, cooking, oceanography, athletics, environmental science, and over one hundred other areas of study.
Everyone at the Greater New York Councils is proud of you, Shawn!
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GNYC Implements New Service Model
In order to increase our effectiveness in service to youth and respond to a changing economy, the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America has undergone organizational changes, which can be read in full here. Our new organizational chart can be found here.
We hope that these changes enable us to be a nimbler organization that is better able to serve boys and girls today and well into the future.
Happy 100th Anniversary, Boy Scouts of America! 100 years of Scouting in the United States is being celebrated today, February 8, 2010. Scouting's impact on millions of young people over the last century is immeasurable, helping build local and national leaders, including Mayor Michael Bloomberg, President Gerald Ford, Steven Spielberg, Walter Cronkite, Neil Armstrong, and millions of other Americans of character, including husbands, fathers, and regular people who do their best every day.
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