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Rainbow Council News

cassandra.archer72@gmail.com (Cassandra Archer) — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:16:18 GMT

Rainbow Council News

Welcome back to Rainbow Council News! Next time you are at Rainbow Scout Reservation, check out the new installation! Thank you to volunteer and ASM Kris Zupancic from Troop 256 and his family for the new steel, fleur-de-lis. The red coating is chalkboard paint, so Scouts can customize their message and take a photo. A huge thank you to Heidelberg Materials for donating all the steel.

Looking for something fun? Check out these opportunities.

Haunted Woods Walk- community event! Open to all ages and you do not have to be registered in scouting to attend.
Scouting University- has been rescheduled to spring 2025.
Distinguished Citizens Dinner -Board organized community event! Scouters, community and business leaders gather to celebrate a member of our community who exemplifies the values of scouting. Everyone is invited to attend.

Do you have an idea for the next Rainbow Council News? Send us a message

Waupe Wednesday

duda@levitateapp.com — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 03:34:39 GMT

Waupe Wednesday

Happy Waupe Wednesday,

Pumpkin Smash is approaching fast. The Pumpkin Smash will be held on November 2nd at RSR and registration will close soon. We hope to see as many of you as possible out there shooting, smashing, and destroying pumpkins. To register please click this link https://scoutingevent.com/702-OAPumpkinSmash2024 .

A message from Matthew Ryden,

Join us at Heap's Haunted Corn Maze on Sunday the 27th at 7:00 for some Halloween fun. Please bring some money for the different activities they have. Sign up using the link below. Thank you and see you there. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3bpCjJ3TQ94OSGNx5Ms3A9c607HLYMYIHvgaZ7r-11CHPiQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Scott Biedess Jr.

Lodge Secretary

Recharter and Membership Renewal 2024-2025

cassandra.archer72@gmail.com (Cassandra Archer) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:54:41 GMT

Resources for Unit Recharter and Membership Renewal

As we are beginning the 2025 re-charter process, here are some helpful resources. Please review the membership re-charter tutorial made by our Registrar Jessica Volke. https://1drv.ms/v/s!Am_5HHAT1S2igogt0-6mlire4wUBiw?e=vdXMv4

The following pdf documents for recharter should be reviewed as well. https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:5b34bae7-03f4-419c-a02a-896ed3f216ba

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:e5a82e67-bcca-443f-b88d-f1b2e00acb01

Please contact Jessica with any questions or your Council Commissioner

Rainbow Council News

cassandra.archer72@gmail.com (Cassandra Archer) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Rainbow Council News

Welcome back to Rainbow Council News! Help interested families find your unit! With multiple local and national marketing campaigns running in support of unit fall recruitment, it is critical that units update their pin at beascout.org to be sure families can contact you directly to request more information or apply to be members. When a family finds your unit on beascout.org and completes an application to join, they are not automatically accepted as members unless the unit Key 3 respond to the system's email request to approve that application. We want all our new families to have a smooth transition so your support is appreciated. Leaders can learn more about managing beascout leads at https://www.scouting.org/resources/online-registration/ .

Need help updating your unit's pin? Reach out to Jessica for assistance.

Looking for something fun? Check out these opportunities.

Haunted Woods Walk- community event! Open to all ages and you do not have to be registered in scouting to attend.
Scouting University- perfect for beginners and seasoned scouts and scouters! Choose your own classes and network with others.
Distinguished Citizens Dinner -Board organized community event! Scouters, community and business leaders gather to celebrate a member of our community who exemplifies the values of scouting. Everyone is invited to attend.

Do you have an idea for the next Rainbow Council News? Send us a message

Waupe Wednesday

duda@levitateapp.com — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:29:53 GMT

Waupe Wednesday

Happy Waupe Wednesday,

Next month,on November 2nd, we will be holding our Pumpkin Smash, where we will destroy, smash, and shoot pumpkins at RSR. It’s a really fun event and the LEC have been brainstorming about some different fun ideas too. To register click this link https://scoutingevent.com/702-OAPumpkinSmash2024

Also, save the date, our Winter Banquet date has been set. The Waupecan Lodge Winter Banquet will be Sunday January 12th, 2025, at 5 PM. Location is still pending.

Scott Biedess Jr.

Lodge Secretary

Scholarship Seminar

cassandra.archer72@gmail.com (Cassandra Archer) — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 03:02:58 GMT

National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Scholarship Seminar

The National Eagle Scout Association invites Scouts and families to attend this free webinar on scholarship application tips. Participants will get an insider’s look at the NESA scholarship program, including key details and opportunities. The host will dive deep into tips and strategies that can help Scouts stand out in any scholarship application.

Date & Time: Nov 7, 2024, 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Preregister Here: https://scouting-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jYNDRyk1QMy2BX7oXVcsUA

Rainbow Council News

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Rainbow Council News

Welcome back to Rainbow Council News! Scouting America just partnered with former Chicago Bears professional football player and Eagle scout David Montgomery. David continues to serve his community and is encourages all youth to get involved in scouting. Read more about David Montgomery's partnership with Scouting America.

Also, there is an exciting promotion for scouts who join Cub Scouts before Oct 31st and their recruiter! ALL new Cub Scouts who register by Oct 31, 2024 receive a Welcome Kit and the Scout who recruited them receives a spiffy Recruiter patch to wear! Welcome Kit includes vinyl sticker, Scout Life mini magazine, car magnet, and information card.

Need help with planning, or resources for a fall recruitment event? We can help! Check out our list of recruitment resources or contact Ary or Rachel for assistance.

Looking for something fun? Check out these opportunities.

Haunted Woods Walk- community event! Open to all ages and you do not have to be registered in scouting to attend.
Scouting University- perfect for beginners and seasoned scouts and scouters! Choose your own classes and network with others.
Distinguished Citizens Dinner -Board organized community event! Scouters, community and business leaders gather to celebrate a member of our community who exemplifies the values of scouting. Everyone is invited to attend.

Do you have an idea for the next Rainbow Council News? Send us a message

Waupe Wednesday

duda@levitateapp.com — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 03:41:56 GMT

Waupe Wednesday

Happy Waupe Wednesday,

This Sunday the 13th, 2 PM in the Council office, we have a LEC and we all would like to see you there. This LEC is going to have Halloween themed food for everybody that attends.

Also next month,on November 2nd, we will be holding our Pumpkin Smash, where we will destroy pumpkins at RSR. It’s a really fun event and the LEC have been brainstorming about some different fun ideas too.

Scott Biedess Jr.

Lodge Secretary

Rainbow Council News

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Rainbow Council News

Welcome back to Rainbow Council News! There are some exciting programs coming up for all our members but registration closes on Friday.

Oct. 5 Color Walk is a community event open to all ages. Cost includes an event t shirt and patch so come out and get a little messy!
Oct.11-13 Super Scout Camporee at RSR for all our Scouts BSA units. Enjoy some friendly patrol competitions.
Showing your Green at RSR for all our Venturing units. Coast Guard, drones and more!

We love camping and so do our scouts! To camp in Cub Scouts, you need at least one BALOO trained leader so sign up by Oct 7th. We need a minimum of 6 to host the class.

Rainbow Council Board members are working very hard too and just hosted a successful Shooting Clays fundraiser to support our youth. You can read more about it here . The next Board supported event is the Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner on Nov. 6, 2024. You can read more about this amazing opportunity here.

Waupe Wednesday

duda@levitateapp.com — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:38:31 GMT

Waupe Wednesday

Happy Waupe Wednesday,

This Saturday we have our Color Walk. It will be at Gebhard Woods State Park in Morris. Volunteers will be expected to arrive at 9 am for the first session and 10 am for the second. Any time volunteered will be appreciated. For more information email VC of Program Lily at vcprogram@oa197.org

Also in a month, on November 2nd, we will be holding our Pumpkin Smash, where we will destroy pumpkins at RSR. It’s a really fun event and the LEC have been brainstorming about some different fun ideas too.

Scott Biedess Jr.

Lodge Secretary

Sporting Clays Thank You

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 03:59:57 GMT

2024 Sporting Clays Thank you

The 2024 Sporting Clays Event was a great success for Rainbow Council! The Downer's Grove Sportsmen's Club in Morris was filled with participants and volunteers on Saturday, September 21st. After a fun day on the course, lunch was prepared by Dave Konopko and family and no one left hungry.

Thank you to all of our sponsors, participants, and volunteers for making this a standout event. All the funds generated from this event directly support the scouts of Rainbow Council. We would like to highlight the following supporters, without which this event could not be possible.

Sporting Clays 2024 Committee

Dave Konopko Brian Jackiw Gary Mueller

Deb Richardson Tony Lake Pete Hickling

Charlotte Harrington Mike Harrington

Title Sponsors

• Environmental Cleansing Corporation

• Harrington Site Services

Gold Sponsor

• Roland Machinery

Silver Sponsors

• Brian Jackiw

• Chicago Machinery Inc.

• L&S Metal Salvage

• Tucker Ellis LLP

Bronze Sponsors

• Alta Equipment Company

• Public Electric Construction Co.

• Wayne and Mary Ann Draudt

Product Sponsor

• Heartland Beverage

Lunch Sponsors

• Bothwell Farms

• Carl’s Truck and Trailer Repair, Inc.

• Clark Brands

• Ogden Foods

• Tischler’s Market

Station Sponsor

• Precision Metal Works

• Ford and Sons

Impact Sponsors

• Morris Excavating

• Lane’s BBQ

• Chicago Print Group

• Keith Dobrolinsky

• Jim Solari

The Sporting Clays Committee would like to acknowledge the hard work of the Rainbow Council Board for contributing to the success of this event.

Special Thanks to BSA Troop 492 for donating the water for the event!

Rainbow Council News

duda@levitateapp.com — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 17:26:59 GMT

Rainbow Council News

Welcome to the first edition of Rainbow Council News! Check back every Thursday for brief, useful updates for families, scouts and leaders.

We have a brand-new recruitment tool! Check out this fun, new way of engaging potential members at your recruitment events, community events, and virtually. Nonmembers living in Will, Grundy or Kankakee who complete the Quest are eligible for a pizza coupon and the unit with the most referrals wins a pizza party! All youth completing the quest must direct message Rainbow Council and complete the membership interest form they will receive in order for prizes to be awarded. Copies available upon request. https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:c61423f4-a287-4156-bb90-a7e7ecc7f509

Looking for some fall, family fun? Check out our upcoming events on our website calendar.

Waupe Wednesday

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 17:50:26 GMT

Waupe Wednesday

Happy Waupe Wednesday,

We just had our first LEC meeting with the new Lodge officers. One important thing that was decided on was dates for some upcoming Lodge events. So please mark your calendars.

Color Walk—-- October 5th at Gebhard Woods https://scoutingevent.com/702-ColorWalk2024

Pumpkin Smash—---November 2nd at RSR

Winter Banquet—--January 12th

Secondly, the Color Walk is approaching fast and we need volunteers. The Color Walk will be at Gebhard Woods State Park. Volunteers will be expected to arrive at 9 am for the first session and 10 am for the second. Any time volunteered will be appreciated. For more information email VC of Program Lily at vcprogram@oa197.org

Over the weekend two Arrowmen completed their Vigil– Congratulations Catherine Archer and Cassandra Archer

Scott Biedess Jr.

Lodge Secretary

Sporting Clays Winners

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 22:03:30 GMT

Shooting Clays Raffle Winners-2024

The Sporting Clays Committee would like to thank anyone who participated in their Sporting Clays Raffle. The winning ticket numbers are as follows:

1. # 787

2. #1096

3. #1246

4. #930

5. #820

6. #277

7. #1217

8. #104

9. #968

10. #1053

11. # 604

12. #1436

13. #1170

Contact Peter.Durkin@scouting.org with any questions or concerns.

Unit Reminders and Resources

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:02:51 GMT

Scouting Safely

Included are some important unit resources for re-charter, barriers to abuse (YPT), and multi-unit camping. Please send any questions to councilcommissioner@rainbowcouncil.org

1. Please review the membership re-charter tutorial made by our Registrar Jessica Volke as well as the supplemental documents. https://1drv.ms/v/s!Am_5HHAT1S2igogt0-6mlire4wUBiw?e=vdXMv4

Membership renewal pdf

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:c438985a-d376-4948-8dce-e574e4e4d189

Rainbow Council membership form

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:e5a82e67-bcca-443f-b88d-f1b2e00acb01

2. Policy changes regarding barriers to abuse became effective Sept. 1, 2024. New policies affect accommodations, the buddy system, parent and legal guardian participation and 18-20 year old adult participation. Please review for specific details. https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/

3. Important national policy reminder that all units planning to camp overnight with any other unit, including Cub Scouts, that do not share the same chartered organization must submit the attached approval form in advance of the event. Thank you for your assistance keeping scouts safe.

Multi unit event form

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:bf120617-fb0d-4569-803f-19d24e42ea69

Details on the policy can be found in the Guide to Safe Scouting here. https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss03/#:~:text=Local%20council%20approval%20is%20needed,have%20approval%20from%20their%20council.

First Aid Building Restoration

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:46:33 GMT

Volunteers requested

We are reaching out to request your help with an important project at Rainbow Scout Reservation in Morris, IL. We are currently refurbishing the First Aid building and need additional hands to assist with installing drywall. This is a key step in enhancing the facility to better serve our Scouts and community.

Details of the Task:

Date: Sunday September 22, Sunday September 29, Sunday October 6

Time: 9am start, 1pm start

Location: Rainbow Scout Reservation, Morris, IL – First Aid building to the right of the flushies

Duration: Four-hour shift

If you are available, we kindly ask you to volunteer for a shift. Your experience and skills would be invaluable to ensure that this project is completed efficiently and effectively.

What to Bring: Please bring any drywall-related supplies you may have, such as:

Taping knives

Screw guns

Drywall screws

Drywall fiberglass joint tape

Drywall mesh

Empty clean pickle buckets

Drywall saws

Drywall mud pans

Drywall lifts

Drywall squares

Drywall rasp

Mixer

Battery chargers for cordless drills

Pole sanders

Sanding sheets

Putty knives

Drywall carriers

Action Required: If you are able to help, please notify Ed Frayne via email at [ewfrayne@comcast.net] with the shift you plan to cover. This will help us coordinate the effort and ensure that we have all the necessary resources and personnel on site.

Your contribution to this project would greatly impact the quality of our facilities and the experiences we offer our Scouts. We look forward to your positive response and thank you in advance for your continued support and dedication.

Warm regards,

Ted Karns | Scout Executive / CEO

Rainbow Council Boy Scouts of America

2024-2025 LEC Announcement

duda@levitateapp.com — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:09:27 GMT

2024-2025 Lodge Executive Committee (LEC)

Congratulations to the newly elected 2024-2025 LEC. From left to right: Elise West- Lodge Chief, Lily Bonovich- VP Program, Allison Benaitis- VP Inductions, Scott Biedess, Jr.- Secretary, Matthew Ryden- Treasurer