http://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/rssCornhusker Council News2012, Cornhusker Council BSA60http://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/JTE-Service-Hours-2012Does your unit do Service? Chances are, the answer to this question is, Yes, our unit does many types of service projects throughout the year. Every unit does service whether they realize it or not, many of the awards and advancements the boys can earn have service built into them from the Wolf and Bear ranks all the way up to Life and Eagle...Jason AndersonFri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/HenryDoorlyZoo-2012The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha offers some Scout Classes that might be perfect for your Pack or Troop. Here is a sampling of what they have to offer... Jason AndersonFri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/GuideToSafeScouting-2012The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting is to prepare members of the Boy Scouts of America to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. The policies and guidelines have been established because of the real need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through 100 years of experience...Jason AndersonFri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Marketing-Award-2012Submissions for the Council President's Award for Marketing Excllence are technically due 10 business days prior to your respective district's dinner date. Salt Valley applications will be due 2 business days prior to your event. Jerad ReimersThu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/ScoutsPoliticsPolicySince we are in a presidential election year, it is a good time to reveiw and restate the BSA's long standing policy regarding the participation of Scouts in political rallies and other political events. Below are some words from Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzuca...Jason AndersonWed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/voice-of-scout-2012As part of a national Boy Scout of America program, the Cornhusker Council is excited to announce their participation in the Voice of the Scout. With over four million members, this program is being adopted as a key way to collect experiences and deliver upon the expectation of members as they participate in Scouting. Jerad ReimersTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/hy-vee--wine-2012Come enjoy a fun filled night while raising money! With every ticket sold you will receive a ballot with a list of local charities. Make sure you vote for the Cornhusker Council, BSA to help us win $2,500!. Jerad ReimersTue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/D-A-M-2012The opportunity to nominate your fellow Scouters for the most prestigious award a district can bestow is now available. The following is some General Information and Requirements from the National Organization about the District Award of Merit: Jerad ReimersFri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/assistance-2012The Cornhusker Council is proud to continue delivering on the promise of Scouting and ensuring that no Scout will be denied access to a Camping experince because of their personal financial situation.Jerad ReimersFri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/children-dental-month-2012Did you know that fifty percent of children show evidence of tooth decay by the time they start kindergarten? Children affected by untreated tooth decay and gum disease can be distracted from learning, miss days of school, and suffer from more serious problems as they grow up.Jerad ReimersTue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Tour-Plan-ExplainedLast year, the BSA replaced the Tour Permit with the Tour Plan. As a reminder, the Tour Plan will only be required in a few specific instances, unlike the Tour Permit. According to the BSA, “Units complete this form when planning for local, national, or international adventure.Jerad ReimersWed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/WSMBC-2012Help scouts earn their Snow Sports Merit Badge! Bring your troop out to the ski area take part in one of these 2 workshops: Jerad ReimersTue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/1911Early in the year in New York City, a fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist factory left 146 people dead. But that tragedy was the spark that raised social and legislative action for workers' safety in this country.Jerad ReimersMon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Council-Calendar-2012A year ago, we went away from publishing a Council Calendar and started to have everything available on-line. We heard from several people that they really liked having a paper copy of the calendar ..Jason AndersonThu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Silver-Beaver-Nominations-2012The Silver Beaver Award is the Highest Council Recognition awarded to registered adults for distinguished service to youth, upon nomination by the Local Council to the National Court of Honor of the Boy Scouts of America. Jerad ReimersThu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/E-News-Changes-2012In celebration of one year of activity at the new www.CornhuskerCouncil.org, the Council is excited to announce a new way you can receive up-to-date and relevant news that matters to you and your involvement in the Boy Scouts of America.Jerad ReimersSun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/OA-Cross-Over-2012The Golden Sun Lodge, Order of the Arrow is once again providing service to the units of Cornhusker Council this coming winter and spring. The OA will be available to conduct one Webelos to Boy Scout crossover ceremony per pack as they have for the last several years.Jerad ReimersMon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Child-Abuse-Reporting-RequirementsThe subject of child abuse has been prevalent in the media lately. The Cornhusker Council would like to remind you of the policy regarding mandatory reporting for the Boy Scouts of America. Jerad ReimersMon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Join-Social-Networks-2011Do you have an account with; Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or Google Plus? Have you liked, followed, plused, or circled the Council yet? Jerad ReimersMon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/dog-town-lodge-auction-11Now is your chance to get that perfect gift for the hunter in your life. Dog Town Lodge of Spalding, Nebraska has offered the opportunity for 1 - 6 people to participate in a hunt scheduled for the spring of 2012 for Prairie Dogs, or a Pheasant Hunt to occur during the week. This unique and special opportunity can be your's very easily. Jerad ReimersMon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/NESA-Scholarships-2011This year the National Eagle Scout Association will award 153 scholarships to Eagle Scouts through various Eagle Scout scholarship funds. These scholarships vary in size from $1,000 to $50,000.Jerad ReimersSat, 12 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/New-Advancment-GuidelinesOn October 31st 2011, the National BSA will release a new edition of the Guide to Adavancement. These changes will take effect January 1st 2012. This guide has several significant changes that merit review and consideration by unit, district, and council volunteers alike; Jerad ReimersTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Recharter-2011The Recharter process is absolutely essential to ensuring that you are able to provide a continued Scouting program after January 1st to your Scouts and families. Not Rechartering prior to December 31st 2011 can bring about a lot of potential issues for your unit operations and your Scouts Advancement abilitiesJerad ReimersSun, 09 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Fortenberry-congratulates-EaglesCongressman Jeff Fortenberry's Office would like to help do it's part to help recognize the extraordinary efforts of Scouting's young men who earn the Eagle Scout award. The italicized text in the article below outlines some thoughts and ideas as to how his office would like to help do that. Jerad ReimersFri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Troop12AnniversaryCelebrationSaint Paul United Methodist Church first chartered Troop 12 in October 1911 and has continuously renewed its Boy Scouts of America charter every year since that time. Troop 12 is the first unti within the Cornhusker Council to be able to celebrate this historic milestone... Jason AndersonWed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/COPECourseCleanupFall2011On Saturday, October 1st from 7:45AM to 5PM the COPE and Climbing committee will be performing a Fall cleanup of the low COPE course at the Outdoor Education Center near Walton, Nebraska. We would greatly appreciate your help...Jason AndersonMon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/ScoutStrongPALAChallenge2011This year, the BSA created SCOUTStrong, a Scout-specific Presidential Active Lifestyle Award(PALA) challenge. In keeping with PCFSN’s mission to empower all Americans to lead active, healthy lifestyles the BSA helps provide wonderful opportunities for youth to be active outdoors and learn some important life skills and lessons. Over the next three years, the BSA aims...Jason AndersonThu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Lost-and-found-summer-2011Lost and found items from camp this summer. Items will be available through Thursday, September 15, 2011.Paula RezekThu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/MyCouncil-Sign-Up-TodayIf you have not signed up for the MyCouncil service since January 31st of this year (when our new website was launched) you do not currently have an active MyCouncil account. Jerad ReimersFri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/WalkTheWalkChallengePromoting healthy living has always been a high priority for the BSA. So much so, in fact, that last year we officially introduced our healthy living initiative, which seeks to make sure Scouts and all young people are healthy in mind, body, and spirit...Jason AndersonTue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/free-unit-web-sitesDo you want to improve communication between your unit's leaders, parents and scouts? Have you been thinking about creating a web site for your unit but have been daunted by the task, the cost, or the resources required? Well, look no further because Unit Home Pages are here to help address your needs. Jerad ReimersWed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/ScoutWireSimpleToolsBecause keeping up the excitement of new Cub Scouts and their parents between sign-up night and their first pack meeting is so important to a pack’s success, the BSA has developed some new, easy-to-access resources to help maintain those peak interest levels... Jason AndersonTue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/CubScoutLeaderResources-July2011There are some great resources available through the Cub Scouts 2010 program. These resources are designed to help Cub Scout leaders both new and old...Jason AndersonThu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/School-Night-for-Scouting-Prep-2011The School Night for Scouting training for the fall 2011 Cornhusker Council Cub Scout membership campaign was held on Monday July 25th and the First Roundtable of the season will be on Thursday, August 4th, before you know it School Night for Scouting, August 30th, will be upon us.Jason AndersonTue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/What-Journey-to-Excellence-Brings-to-Your-UnitJTE Is a performance standard designed to help you and your unit succeed for the boys!Jerad ReimersFri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/CubScoutJoiningEvent2011We need everyone who has a love of Cub Scouting to participate in this year's New Cub Scout Joining Event on Saturday, September 17th at the Outdoor Education Center. The event is scheduled to go from 9:00 am to 1:30pm...Jason AndersonWed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Community-Outreach-DayCamps-2011As a part of the Council's effort to promote being helpful we are hosting a “Day Camp” for children from the Clyde Malone Center and the Air Park Neighborhood at Arnold Heights School.” We are doing this because these children might otherwise not get a chance to have a day camp experience. We are also providing a snack during the day. However, there is still one thing that we need… YOU! Becky RistowWed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/Lincoin-Community-Playhouse-ExperienceThe Lincoln Community Playhouse offers a theatre experience for Girl and Boy Scouts of America to earn their theatre badges! Education Director Summer Widhalm leads a tour of the theatre infused with acting exercises and games focused on learning the ins and outs of working in the theatre. Jerad ReimersMon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/June-Membership-Ideas-2011With the Summer vacation time comes a pretty busy time for most Scouting units, with camps, outdoor activities, high adventure trips, and countless other fun activities. It should also be a time to clean up our Unit Rosters and make sure all of our youth and leaders are registered in our units. The following are some simple ideas for your unit to follow to get those rosters cleaned up...Jason AndersonWed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/ScoutingForFoodrecap2011Scouts from across the Cornhusker Council came together on Saturday, April 9th to collect food donations to benefit the Lincoln Food Bank and other area food pantries throughout the council. Scouts from more than 30 different unitsJason AndersonThu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/2011TrainingYouth Protection training is an important component of the BSA's strategy to protect its members from child abuse and other forms of mistreatment.Jason AndersonFri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/2010SilverBeaverRecipiantsThe Advancement and Recognition Committee of the Cornhusker Council is extremely pleased to announce the recipients of the 2010 Silver Beaver Awards. Jerad ReimersMon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/NewAwardsforAdultLeadersMarch2011The National Boy Scouts of America Council has released several new recognition opportunities for registered adult scouters. Jerad ReimersMon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/NESAFeeChangeJuly12011The national NESA Committee has voted to increase NESA membership fees effective July 1, 2011.Jerad ReimersTue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/newSaltValleyDistrictExecutiveRebecccaRistowI am pleased to announce that Rebecca Ristow will join the Cornhusker Council Staff as a District Executive in the Salt Valley District reporting to Jason Anderson.Jason AndersonTue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/PhoneBooks2011Thank you for your interest in the Think Yellow, Go Green Recycling program. Help us keep outdated directories from ending up in the landfill by dropping them off at locations below. For more information on recycling efforts in Lincoln, please see our list of frequently asked questions.Jerad ReimersWed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/NewWebSite2011The Cornhusker Council is excited to have released a new software platform for our web site. In addition to providing a more current look, this new platform will give us many extended capabilities and new functionality...Council WebmasterMon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/springpopcorn2011The Spring Sale is important to units, allowing them to fundraise with a familiar product at no risk. It allows Boys to earn money to help pay for Summer Activities. Jerad ReimersFri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/scoutweek2011Tuesday February 8th marks the official 101st Birthday of the Boy Scout's of America. As we embark upon our second century of buidling America's next generation of leaders, it is important that we take a chance to stop and celebrate the fact that we are one of America's oldest youth serving organizations. Congratulations Scouts & Scouters! Jerad ReimersFri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/FortenberryInternshipsDo you have an interest in government? Do you want to know more about how you can be involved? Then check out the Internship Opportunities at U.S. Congressman Jeff Fortenberry’s Office... Jason AndersonThu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/NebCareerConnectionsHave you come across a merit badge or activity you can’t get enough of? Do you wonder what types of careers are available in that field?Becky RistowFri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/TicoPerezAtCommissionerCollegeGuest Speaker at the 2011 Commissioner College is Tico Perez. Tico, the BSA National Commissioner is a long-tenured volunteer from the Orlando Florida areaJerad ReimersFri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/7fmyscoutinglookupRead this article to learn how you can ensure your training is up to date and that you are compliying with the new national Youth Protection RequirementsJerad ReimersWed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/JourneytoExcellence“Scouting’s Journey to Excellence” is the exciting NEW 2011 performance based recognition program that will replace the Centennial Quality recognition program... Ryan MoonWed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/jreimersCelebrate the fun & flavor of Latin American Culture in Lincoln. Use this as an opportunity to promote your Pack, Troop, or Crew & invite new families to learn about Scouting! Admission is FreeJerad ReimersMon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.cornhuskercouncil.org/News/CSPThe 100th Anniversary Council Strip is now available for $3.50 at the Outdoor Education Center Jerad ReimersMon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT