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2009 Ecunchatee District Spring Camporee

April 24, 25, & 26, 2009

Maxwell/Gunter AFB Recreation Area on Lake Martin

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Basic Leader Training

Who Should Attend?

All new cub scout, boy scout and venturing Leaders.
All scout leaders taking on new positions in the pack,
troop or crew.
All experienced Scouters who want to improve their
skills of leadership.
All leaders who are interested in attending advanced training (Wood Badge). You must be fully trained for your position to participate in that course.
For more information or if you need training contact your District Executive at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.

What is Basic Leader Training?
The New Basic Leader Training comprises two parts: New Leader Essentials for all unit-level leaders and Leader Specific Training, which is based on the
leader's unit-level position.
New Leader Essentials is an introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. Position Specific Training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership position.

These Positions include:

Tiger Den Leader
Den Leader
Assistant Den Leader
Assistant Scoutmaster
Crew Advisor
Assistant Cubmaster
Webelos Den Leader
Assistant Webelos Den Leader
Pack Committee Member
Pack Committee Chair
Troop Committee Member
Troop Committee Chair
Associate Crew Advisor
Crew Committee Member
Pack Trainer
Scoutmaster
Cubmaster

Go to the Program Flyer tab or Council / Distirct Calendar for training dates and locations.

Philmont 2009

Projected dates are June - July 2009

Cost estimate: $1600.00

Learn more about the Philmont Scout Ranch Here!

Moccasin Gap is sure to be a wild ride

Plan an exciting fun filled adventure down the Coosa River with your group this Summer. Canoes with life jackets and paddles are available for rent at a minimal cost of $100.00 per trailer (this includes six canoes with jackets and paddles).

There are two full trailers available at the Alabama Power Company building in Wetumpka. Once you put in below Jordan Dam ride the rapids of the Coosa river down through the rocks of Moccasin Gap. Many groups get out here, have lunch and take a dip in the water. The its back in the canoes to ease one down the river to take out point (the boat landing in Wetumpka).

This canoe run is close, convenient, and makes for a full day of fun. To make your groups reservation or received more information contact: Denise Miller at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.

Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience

The COPE course is an exciting program which involves a series of challenging outdoor activities. There are initiatives games, a high and low ropes course, a rappelling tower and climbing wall. The one day program includes several of these activities and lunch. Some of the events involve a group effort, while others test individual skills and agility.

Participants balance, swing, jump and think through solutions to a variety of challenges. Come test your groups skills and see if they live up to what you thought they may be.

The cost for a member is $35.00 per participant or a minimum of $300.00, which ever is greater. For a non-member the cost is $45.00 per participant or a minimum of $400.00, which ever is greater. Other packages and full COPE program are available.

To make your group reservations or receive more information: Contact Denise Miller at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.