National News

April 2010

Boys' Life Television Show Running on the Outdoor Channel
The Boys' Life television show - the action-packed original series "Scouting for Adventure"  - is back on the Outdoor Channel in reruns, Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Eastern and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Eastern. All-new episodes for season three will kick off this summer coinciding with the 100th Anniversary celebration and the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. See a preview.

 DVDs of seasons one and two are available at the Boys' Life Web site or by calling (972) 580-2376. Cost is $22.95 for the two-season set, $14.95 for a single season or $10 each in lots of 10 or more. Prices include shipping and handling.

 

February 2010



Boys' Life TV Show Looking for Scout Hosts
Boys' Life television, now in its third season, is looking for four to eight Scouts to serve as hosts of the upcoming season. The Scouts will need their spring break and entire summer free to travel with the film crew; however, travel is not constant. Candidates must be between the ages of 15 and 18, and Eagle Scouts are preferred.
Applications are due March 1.  Get full details.


Boy Scouts of America Hosts Photo Contest
As the Boy Scouts of America prepares to celebrate the organization’s 100th anniversary, they want to see what Scouting looks like in the communities across America.  Anyone with a passion for photography is invited to submit photo entries for a new book, which will be published in October 2010.  Entries are due March 31. Get all the details.



January 2010


National BSA Raises Traditional Membership Fees $5
Effective January 1, 2010, the traditional membership registration fee for all youth and adults will be $15 rather than its current $10. This change was decided by the national council of the Boy Scouts of America.  This increase will affect youth and adults registering in packs, troops, teams and crews, as well as council employees, and council and district volunteers. The entire membership registration fee goes to the National Council and is its primary source of funding.

Over the years registration fees have periodically increased to offset inflation and operating cost increases. The last fee increase was seven years ago, and it rose from $7 to $10. The $15 prorated fee will become effective for traditional membership (recharter, new, additional registration, or other) with an effective date of January 1, 2010 or later.

Please note that this a national decision, not a Tuscarora Council decision. On behalf of the youth we serve together, thank you for your dedication and support of  this council and its programs.