Hudson Valley Renegades
Scout families participated in a family fun night at the Hudson Valley Renegades on July 25th. Families enjoyed a great BBQ and an amazing baseball game. For another opportunity at Renegades game please visit www.gadesgroups.com
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Eagle Recognition Dinner
The Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner on June 9, 2010 at the Woman’s Club of White Plains was a success. We had 46 Eagles present that made Eagle in this past year. Congratulations again to those who worked hard and earned the rank of Eagle.

Four Scouters receive the Silver Beaver Award at the Council Recognition Dinner on May 12th
The Council Annual Recognition Dinner was held on May 12th at the Westchester Marriott Hotel. The dinner was highlighted with the presentation of 4 Silver Beaver Awards to the Scouters below.

B.S.A. National Executive Board member and Westchester –Putnam Council Scoutmaster of Troop 5 Bronxville Joe Landi shared the National Council initiatives for innovative change to strengthen unit service and program delivery as well as the new National High Adventure Center. Westchester-Putnam Council President Don Smith presented the printed copy of the Annual Report and shared the accomplishments from 2009 and expectations for the future, as well as recognizing many Scouters for their accomplishments during the past year.

John A. Clear, Jr. – Advisor Crew 2006 Scarsdale and Read Scout Reservation Heath Officer

Joseph M. Efferen, Jr. -Committee Member Troop 1 Carmel and Assistant District Commissioner in Muscoot District.

Stephen J. Kubasek, Jr. -Committee Chair, Troop 4 Yonkers and Four Rivers District Committee

David J. Walsh - Committee Member Troop 271 Mahopac Falls, and Council Executive Vice President

Bowl-o-Ree Reception
On Wednesday, April 21st a reception was held at Combe, Inc. for the top fundraisers in this year’s Bowl-O-Ree. After a brief presentation and light supper, these top prize winners were given an opportunity to pick from a variety of prizes for their outstanding work in support of youth with special needs.

A special drawing was also held for a $1,500 bond which incidentally was won by our very top fundraiser. Bill Kelly was given an award for his 30 years of dedicated service and commitment in support of the Bowl-O-Ree.

A good time was had by all. Thank you to all of our Scouts that participated in this year’s Bowl-O-Ree and especially our top fundraisers. And a special thanks to Bill Kelly and his staff of volunteer leaders.

Cub Scout Ice Skating Pin and Belt Loop Day
The Bridgeport Sound Tigers are part of the America Hockey League. This year the Sound Tigers  offered a special hockey day to the Cub Scouts of the Westchester Putnam Council BSA. Over 150 Cub Scouts participated in a fun filled day including watching a hockey game.

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Gathering of Eagles
On February 24, 2010, more than 120 Eagle Scouts from throughout our area attended the 2010 Gathering of Eagles at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Scarborough. Ranging in age from 17 to 80 and coming from as far away as Westport, Connecticut, the club was filled with over 2,000 years of Scouting experience. Reflecting today’s mobile society, more than a third of those attending have moved into our area after earning their Eagle Scout Award in 13 different states and 33 different councils!

This third annual evening of networking, reminiscing, fun and fellowship also included videos of Scouting past and present and an extensive collection of Scouting memorabilia presented by Dave Ames. Scott Engle served as master of ceremonies for the brief formal program with presentations by Dave Walsh, and Col. “Ziggy” Bernfeld as well as an update on Scouting from Scout Executive Marc Andreo and a variety of fun awards.

Any Eagle Scout who did not receive notice of this annual event should contact Charlie Rogers at crogers to make sure you are on the list for next year!

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“Good Scout” Award Dinner honoring Roger Ailes
On Wednesday November 11th the Westchester-Putnam Council held the Annual “Good Scout” Award Dinner at the Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown. Roger Ailes who serves as Chairman and CEO of Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network received the “Good Scout” Award. More than 250 people attended including media notables such as Rush Limbaugh, Neil Cavuto, Rosanna Scotto and Master of Ceremonies Bill Hemmer.

Proceeds from the Dinner benefit the Scoutreach program of the Westchester-Putnam Council providing Scouting programs to our most at-risk neighborhoods as well as providing scholarship assistance to Scouts throughout our Council. Council President Sheriff Donald B. Smith described Mr. Ailes “lifetime of outstanding service and great accomplishments as a testament to the American dream.”

Pictured below is Roger and Beth Ailes, Bill Hemmer and Scouts from Pack and Troop 6 Portchester.

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Thunderbird Games XVII
Over 2,000 Cub Scouts, parents and leaders participated in the Thunderbird Games held October 17-18 at Croton Point Park. More than 30 games coordinated by various Boy Scout troops and dedicated volunteers were available for the Cubs at this 17th annual event. Our new thirty foot tall climbing wall, the action archery range as well as our traditional games were big attractions throughout the afternoon. A few Packs braved the expected rain and stayed overnight in the camping area and were treated to a traditional campfire, topping off a great day.

Special thanks to the hundreds of volunteers who made the day such a great success!

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