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This area is updated every week. There are many links that will take you to the latest changes on this website, which are designed to provide you with the most current news about the Tall Pine Council.

Upcoming Special Events - News about recent and upcoming activities throughout the Tall Pine Council.

  • Ski and Snowboard At Mt. Holly - On February 5, 2012, a special winter sports event will be held at Mt. Holly that will offer ski and snowboard options at great prices for Scouters. Costs range from $35 to $50 per participant depending on the option that you choose. You must pre-register for this event as spaces are limited. For more information on this fun event you can call the Mt Holly Ski School at (248) 634-3249 or click here to download the registration form for this event to view the options that are being offered.

  • Tall Pine Council Recognition and Awards Banquet - On February 25, 2012 at the Genesys Conference and Banquet Center (805 Health Park Boulevard, Grand Blanc), the Tall Pine Council will hold its annual Recognition and Awards Banquet. The banquet recognizes the achievements of Scouters and Scouts of the Tall Pine Council. The banquet starts with dinner, and is immediately followed by the awards presentation. All unit, district and council volunteers should plan on attending this great event in their honor. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner at 6:00 p.m. Dinners are $30.00 each by February 10, 2012 or $35.00 each after February 10, 2012. Click here to download the registration form for the Tall Pine Council Recogntion and Awards Banquet.

  • Tall Pine Council 95th Anniversary Jamboree - This event will be held on August 24-26, 2012 at Kearsley Park in Flint. There will be lots of fun activities at this event so make sure to get your pack, troop, or crew out to the Council Jamboree. For more information please call (810) 235-2531 or e-mail tpc@tpcbsa.org. Click here to download the Tall Pine Council 95th Anniversary Jamboree informational flier.

NEW Eagle Scout Workbook

As of January 1, 2012 the UPDATED Eagle Scout Workbook will have to be used for all Eagle projects.

The new book can be downloaded by clicking on the following link:

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/512-927_fillable.pdf

There will also be a copy included in the packet for all Scouts attending the Life to Eagle (formally Star to Life) seminar.

Please pass this information on to your Scouts who are working on their Eagle rank.

Congratulations to Julie Rencsak and Pack 160

Congratulations to Julie Rencsak and Pack 160 for being featured in the September—October 2011 Issue of Scouting Magazine. Julie and Pack 160 were recognized for their efforts of recruiting and retaining Cub Scouts in an article titled “The Parental Unit: Michigan pack shares its secret for keeping Cub Scouts connected.”. This article can be found by clicking on the following link:

http://scoutingmagazine.org/2011/08/connecting-cub-scouts-to-their-new-pack

Tall Pine Council Protects Michigan's Waters

Tall Pine Council is a proud participant in the “Reel In and Recycle” monofilament recycling program. Monofilament is a type of fishing line made from plastic. When discarded monofilament enters water bodies, it causes a variety of problems for people and wildlife. As a lake owner, we have a vested interested in keeping the Great Lakes and waters of Michigan vibrant and healthy.

What is the Reel In and Recycle program?
The “Reel In and Recycle” monofilament recycling program is a BoatU.S. campaign aimed at reducing marine debris. Program participants are asked to mount and monitor a recycling bin and sign, periodically empty the bin contents, and ship the fishing line to Berkley Conservation Institute for recycling. The recovered fishing line (along with other postconsumer materials) is recycled into artificial fish habitat structures – bringing the material back to anglers in a useful form. As a local sponsor of the campaign, the Michigan Clean Marina Program has distributed over 30 bins to popular fishing areas at marinas, harbors and boating access sites throughout the state. Tall Pine Council is one of such places to host a recycling bin, providing easy access for anglers to recycle fishing line.

How is Boy Scouts Helping?

  • We’ve mounted two bins and signage at Camp Holaka and Camp Tapico.
  • We encourage anglers to deposit unwanted fishing line in the bin.
  • Our staff periodically empties the bin and ships the discarded fishing line to the program’s recycling facility. Through an online database staff track how much fishing line we have recovered.

Why Should All Michiganders Participate?
Fishing line typically takes over 500 years to breakdown, making it a long-lasting nuisance in our lakes. Both humans and wildlife often realize the consequences. Boat propellers may be jammed by large webs of discarded line. Aquatic wildlife – including fish, turtles and birds – become entangled in unintended “nets” of fishing line, leading to strangulation, drowning or starvation.

Learn More: www.michigancleanmarina.org/monofilament

Flint Rotary's Newest Paul Harris Fellow

Cal Myers is Flint Rotary’s newest Paul Harris Fellow. Hal Flynn, past Rotary President and newlywed, introduced and explained the kind of activity Mr. Myers has been involved in our community. He has been active in the Tall Pine Council, received the Silver Beaver Award, volunteers at Crossroads helping those less fortunate and is also a writer. Congratulations Cal Myers!

Tall Pine Council Check Presentation

On June 8, 2011, the Tall Pine Council was presented with a check for $10,500. Mr. Jonathon Hohn (left) of Citizens Bank, Mr. Michael Chaffee (center) of the Tall Pine Council and Mr. John Ransom (right) of Citizens Bank were at the Scout Service Center to present the check to the Tall Pine Council from the Stella & Frederick Loeb Charitable Trust. The Stella & Frederick Loeb Charitable Trust is in support of the council's Urban Scouting programs and is the lead sponsorship in the 29th Annual Council Golf Outing.

Local and National Tour Permits Are Now The Tour Plan

Effective March 1, 2011, what are currently known as local and national tour permits will be superseded by what will be called the tour plan. The online tour permit system will be suspended. This update is the accumulation of work by a cross-functional team of volunteers and staff including the Health and Safety Support Committee, Council Solutions, Outdoor Program Group, and Risk Management Advisory Panels.

Here is the definition of the tour plan in the Language of Scouting: "Units complete this form when planning for local, national, or international adventure. The plan helps ensure the unit is properly prepared, that qualified and trained leadership is in place, and that the right equipment is available for the adventure."

The plan is available by visiting the following link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/680-014_fillable.pdf

Community Sharing Fund and Yes Rewards Program - Raising money for any non-profit organization is never easy...especially in today's tough economic times. That's why is happy to offer you an easy way to help the Tall Pine Council raise money just by keeping your receipts. To find out more about this fundraising program please click here.

After Hours Drop Box

For you convenience, when the Scout Shop is open and the Scout Service Center is closed there is an after hours drop box located in the lobby by the Eagle Scout photographs. The drop box can be used for membership applications, charters, event and camping registrations and any miscellaneous items of business.

WARNING: Buyers Beware! - The Tall Pine Council has been informed of Third Party companies attracting Scouts, Scouters and unit leaders in an effort to sell special recognitions or awards earned through Scouting activities. Many third parties are NOT endorsed by the Boy Scouts of America and do not have any connection or partnership with these Third Party companies. Before sending money or participating Scouts in activities to earn these awards, contact your Scout Service Center to be sure they have been endorsed by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

Effective January 1, 2009, it is mandatory that at least one adult has completed Hazardous Weather training when a unit files for a tour permit. The course includes training, testing, and additional resources on weather conditions that may be encountered during BSA activities, including lightning, flash floods, tornadoes, hot and cold weather, hail, and hurricanes. Participants who complete the course earn a Weather Smart Certificate of Completion. The course content is appropriate for Boy Scouts and Venturers as well as adult leaders.

Camp Holaka Dining Hall Dedication Slideshow - Click here to view the PowerPoint slideshow of the Camp Holaka Dining Hall Dedication held on June 18, 2008. (6 MB)

Kroger Dollars for Doers - ARE YOU A…. Tutor?, Coach?, Soup Kitchen Server?, Non-Profit Board Member?, Scout Troop Leader?, Volunteer?

When you donate 52 hours of service in a calendar year to an eligible charitable organization (just an hour per week of your own time) The Kroger fund will contribute $100 to the organization on your behalf. Click here for more information on the Kroger Dollars for Doers program.

Policy on Scout Participation in Political Events - Uniformed unit members and leaders may participate in flag ceremonies at political events and may lead the Pledge of Allegiance; however, they should retire after the ceremony and not remain on the speakers’ platform or in a conspicuous location where television viewers could construe their presence as an endorsement or symbol of support. In addition, photos of candidates or Scouts in uniform or BSA marks and logos are not allowed in political campaign materials of any kind.

Volunteers and professionals must be alert to situations that would imply that the BSA favors one candidate over another. Strict observance of our long-standing policy against the active participation of uniformed Scouts and leaders in political events is mandatory.

Please notify your chartered organizations and unit leaders of this policy.

Refund and Transfer Policy - A written request with a brief explanation for the cancellation must be sent to the Tall Pine Council Service Center. The request should be received by the Service Center at least 3 weeks prior to the camp, activity, or event start date. A 10 percent (minimum $5.00) administration fee will be withheld from the refund. Refund requests received after the camp, activity, or event will be denied (extentuating circumstances may be the only exception). Transferring fees from one person to another is permissible before the event. The Tall Pine Council should be notified in writing of all transfers. This cancellation / refund policy was effective January 1, 1998, and supercedes any prior cancellation / refund policy of the Tall Pine Council, BSA.

Online Catalog - You may now purchase Scouting related merchandise online by clicking on the following link:

Visit our New Online Catalog!

Attention Scoutmasters & Cubmasters - The Tall Pine Council is in need of your e-mail addresses. With e-mail being an effective way to communicate information quickly, it is necessary that we get your e-mail address as soon as possible. Please email your District Executive with:

• Your Name
• Pack/Troop/Crew Number
• Your Position Title
• Your Email Address

Blue Heron District
Ned Savage
ned.savage@scouting.org

New Horizons District
Robbie Waclawski 
robbie.waclawski@scouting.org

North Star  District
Anthony Watson
anthony.watson@scouting.org

Shiawassee District
Christina Pieschke 
christina.thomas@scouting.org

Hours of Operation and Closings - Click Here to view the hours of operation and closings for both the Service Center and Scout Shop.

Scoutshop - learn about the newest arrivals of Scouting merchandise in the Scoutshop and special deals to save you money on many items.
    Scout Shop and Service Center Hours

Training - Be Prepared……learn how to obtain the proper training for the Scouting activities you want to participate in. Click here for more information about training, including types of training, dates, and times.

General Information – this area provides you with a variety of new information about the Tall Pine Council.
        • Emergency Preparedness Application Form
        • Physical Fitness Award Form

 
 
Upcoming Events

Tall Pine Council
Recognition and Awards Banquet

February 25, 2012
Doors open at 5:30 pm
Dinner at 6:00 pm
Genesys Conference & Banquet Center
805 Health Park Boulevard
Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439

 

 
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