3-Minute Update - March 13, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews, coming to you live from the 2025 Youth Resilience Summit! We’re here today with 185 participants, all dedicated to combating adverse childhood experiences and working together to create stronger communities for our kids. It’s been a great day so far and I for one can’t wait to see all the great things that the future has in store. Let’s get into this week’s news.

Let’s go over some upcoming training! EDGE training is happening! April 5th at Beaumont and May 18that the unit service center. Scoutmaster basic, which is required for all scoutmasters and assistant scoutmasters, is happening April 11-13th at Firelands. BALOO training, which every cub scout pack needs a few of, is happening April 25th-27th at Firelands. Rangemaster training takes place on April 5th at Beaumont, and April 12th at Firelands. Plus, registrations for wood badge and NYLT are now open. You can find all these training courses, and registrations at lecscouting.org/calendar.

Spring Break Exploration Days are coming up at the Adventure Lab from March 31st to April 4th! These all-day programs provide amazing opportunities for 5th- 12th graders to earn Merit Badges while exploring the topics of Home Repairs & Wood Working, Engineering, Home Cooking, First Aid, Health Care, Robotics & Programming, and Music, Art & Theater! Take one, or all- the choice is yours! This is open to Scouts and Scholars, so bring your friends for the best Spring Break yet. To register, head to the council website. Any questions? Reach out to our Adventure Lab Director Sarah. 

Join us for the Sasquatch Quest Spring Camporee out at Beaumont Scout Reservation on April 11! Activities include Rifle, Archery, Tracking, Animal and Plant Identification, Tomahawk, and more! Sign up today and you can contact Rob Burnham or Anthony Dworning for details.

Scouting America, in partnership with USA Triathlon, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Multisport Merit Badge designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Scouts who learn about physical endurance activities and lifestyle. The Multisport Merit Badge can create a fun and accessible entry-point for Scouts to try out a new recreational or vocational pursuit while gaining key life skills and promoting healthy lifestyles. The Multisport Merit Badge will be earned by Scouts who demonstrate proficiency in a combination of swimming, cycling, and running through a series of age-appropriate challenges and skill-building activities. The program will offer different levels of achievement, allowing Scouts to progress and develop their skills over time by encouraging physical and mental fitness. Keep an eye out for more information and materials for this new merit badge!

Calling all Catholic scouts, the “Pilgrims of Hope” Retreat for Jubilee 2025 is happening on Saturday, May 10th at the center for pastoral leadership in Wickliffe Ohio. The cost is $5, and you can register by emailing Jim Hickey. Come in full class A uniforms, and attendees will need to bring 2 food pantry items, a rosary, a brown bag lunch, and the Scout medical forms A & B. Registration closes May 3rd, so don’t delay!

Tough Cubber is happening at Beaumont from May 16 to 18! Check out the council calendar for more information or contact Rob Boehm at rboehmfam@gmail.com or Anthony Dworning! 

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! We are looking to fill a 40-person male unit and a 20-person female unit. If you have any questions, send an email to Jamboree@lecbsa.org

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

We are still looking for great individuals to join our summer camp staff out at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Positions include ATV director, Archery Director, and many junior staff positions! Apply at BeaumontScoutReservation.org or contact Dan Goerndt. 

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - March 6, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews, AND I’M RUNNING LATE! I overslept because I forgot to Spring my clock forward. Don’t forget to Spring forward this weekend and adjust those clocks. Just another sign that warmer weather and camp fun is just around the corner! Let’s get into this weeks news.

Let’s go over some upcoming training! EDGE training is happening! April 5th at Beaumont and May 18th at the unit service center. Scoutmaster basic, which is required for all scoutmasters and assistant scoutmasters, is happening April 11-13th at Firelands. BALOO training, which every cub scout pack needs a few of, is happening April 25th-27th at Firelands. Rangemaster training takes place on April 5th at Beaumont, and April 12th at Firelands. Plus, registrations for wood badge and NYLT are now open. You can find all these training courses, and registrations at lecscouting.org/calendar.

Join us for the Youth Resilience Summit on March 13, 2025, at the Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion in Cleveland! This free, one-day event brings together professionals, educators, and community leaders to tackle adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and create safe, stable, nurturing environments for our youth.

Hear from top experts, including keynote speaker Dr. Kim Byas, and connect with organizations making a difference. Breakfast and lunch are included—at no cost to you! Help spread the word! Visit LECYRS.org for promotional materials, including pre-written social media posts, and share with your network.

Reserve your spot today at L-E-C-Y-R-S dot org. Together, we can build a stronger future for our kids!

Get ready to Spring into Scouting at the University of Scouting 2025! This one-day, council-wide training extravaganza is designed for Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, and Venturing leaders, as well as potential leaders, Commissioners, Committee Members, and even youth participants looking to enhance their Scouting skills. Join us on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Lorain County JVS in Oberlin, OH, for a full day of engaging classes, expert instructors, and valuable networking with fellow Scouters. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your Scouting journey, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and bring valuable knowledge back to your unit. Bring your entire Leadership Team so you can divide and conquer the 57 incredible training sessions! Register today and take your Scouting skills to the next level! Registration closes this Sunday, March 9th. We can’t wait to see you there!

Get ready for an action-packed day of basketball and discovery! The Cleveland Cavaliers are hosting a STEM Day on Sunday, March 16th, and the Lake Erie Council will be part of it! Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in an immersive day of STEM and stay to watch the CAVS game. If you have questions you can email stem@cavs.com and you can register now.

Scouting America, in partnership with USA Triathlon, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Multisport Merit Badge designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Scouts who learn about physical endurance activities and lifestyle. The Multisport Merit Badge can create a fun and accessible entry point for Scouts to try out a new recreational or vocational pursuit while gaining key life skills and promoting healthy lifestyles. The Multisport Merit Badge will be earned by Scouts who demonstrate proficiency in a combination of swimming, cycling, and running through a series of age-appropriate challenges and skill-building activities. The program will offer different levels of achievement, allowing Scouts to progress and develop their skills over time by encouraging physical and mental fitness. Keep an eye out for more information and materials for this new merit badge!

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.