WHAT: Annual Easter Egg hunt and Pancake breakfast
WHEN: March 28
WHERE: Small World park, Pittsburg
WHO: Cub Packs to hand out candy and talk to families about Scouting
STEM night: Isaac R. Montanez elementary school, Brentwood
Tuesday, Feb. 17 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Troop 93 activity station (Mari and Lian Belino to attend)
NORCAL Advance-O-Rama
Sept. 25 & 26
Solano county fairgrounds
Wins
Pack 444 had a successful Pinewood derby. 60 Cubs participated!
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Safety Moment�
SUMMARY
Few youth organizations encompass the breadth, volume, and diversity of physical activity common to Scouting. The Guide to Safe Scouting (GTSS) is an overview of Scouting policies and procedures, gleaned from a variety of sources and designed to make the program safer.
GENERAL INFORMATION
When it comes to the safety guide, here are some important points for you to remember:
Know the Guide—All participants in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the document and applicable Scouting America program literature or manuals. The guide is a resource as well as a summary of the materials provided by Scouting America.
Know the Law—Be aware that state or local government regulations supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
Know the Risks—The Guide to Safe Scouting does not cover every possible activity, but it provides guidance on how to evaluate risks and proceed safely if explicit requirements do not exist. Check out the Activity Planning and Risk Assessment section.
Know the Restrictions—The document includes a list of restricted or prohibited activities.
Know the Limits—The document contains age-appropriate guidelines for activities. Find out which and when certain activities are appropriate for particular age groups.
While the Guide to Safe Scouting provides guidance on how to assess risks and proceed safety if your activity is not specifically addressed in program materials, it also contains policies such as the Scouter Code of Conduct and the Barriers to Abuse. It also may lead you to requirements found in other Scouting America program materials.