Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Anthony Dworning coming to you from Firelands Scout Reservation Seems
We have one Klondike left for 2026! Firelands Scout Reservation will have their Klondike from February 20th-22nd. Sign up now!
Join us for Sap Camp at Beaumont Scout Reservation on March 7 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm for a day that is equal parts sweet, smoky, and seriously fun.
And yes, there will be a pancake lunch! Come learn the history, the hands on process, and the magic that turns sap into syrup. Bring your curiosity, your appetite, and maybe clothes that can handle a little adventure. Do not miss it. This one is going to be sweet.
If your unit is interested in selling Scout’s Own Syrup and Pancake Mix this spring, now is the perfect time to get involved. It is an easy, crowd pleasing way to raise funds and who can say no to a sweet breakfast?
We will have a full unit funding kit available in early March, making it simple to launch and succeed.
Reach out to Anastasia or Heather to get started and make this your sweetest fundraiser yet!
Hey, are you thinking about looking for a summer job? Come work with me! Applications are now open for Beaumont Scout Reservation summer camp staff. This is a great opportunity to develop skills, make new friends, and help teach Scouts from all over! Apply now at the link. If you have any questions, you can email Dan Goerndt.
There is still a little of time left to register for the Eagle Scout Class of 2025 Celebration Dinner on February 28th. We encourage all 2025 Eagle Scouts, their families, troops, and friends to attend this exciting evening. Please register by February 14th by visiting the following link: Registration.
This year’s Wood Badge and NYLT scholarship breakfast will be held Saturday, March 14th at Lakewood high school. Doors open at 8am and the program begins at 8:45. Early bird pricing is $15 for adults (through Feb. 15th, then price goes to $20) and $7.50 for youth (through March 8th). Registration is open now through March 8th so sign up today! The Breakfast is looking for more auction items of various price ranges to be used in our Live & Silent Auctions. Please contact Linda Gray with any questions.
Join us, March 21st for this year’s University of Scouting. The University of Scouting is a Council-wide supplemental training extravaganza for all Cub Scout, Scouts BSA and Venturing leaders as well as potential leaders, Commissioners, Committee Members, and youth. The best instructors available will help enhance your leadership skills to work with the youth of our communities. Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Lorain County JVS in Oberlin, OH. Register here. Contact Dave Sechnick at dave.sechnick@gmail.com if you have any questions.
The Adventure Lab is the place to be, and they have programs for YOU! All Labs are open to Scouts AND Students, so invite your friends. To register for a Badge Lab visit the Lab Calendar. These Labs are held at the Adventure Lab inside the Unit Service Center in downtown Cleveland. For more information, contact Sarah Demetruk, the Adventure Lab Director, at sarah.demetruk@gmail.com. We can't wait to see you there!
Are you a new Scoutmaster or ASM? Thank you for jumping into the volcano! Scoutmaster Basic Training will give you all the tools you need to lead and train the youth of your Scout Troop. And we'll do it in an outdoor experience that will give you a lived appreciation for the challenges of a youth learning to lead in a weekend campout. We have two sessions scheduled for 2026 - April 10-12 at Firelands and September 11-13 at Beaumont. Register now at the link provided. Registration
BALOO training will be April 25th and 26th at Firelands. NYLT registration is still open for their course in June. Wood Badge registration is open, and that course will take place across 2 weekends in July and August. Find all of these and more training opportunities online on the council calendar.
Well, that’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.
