RememberSchiff

Maybe my assailant has a nickel-plated, pearl-handled Colt .45 and all I have is a Bushmaster, so what. Am I a bigot... I dunno. I suppose you could be considered a bigot if you berated your assailant by saying something non-PC like "Only a pimp in a New Orleans whorehouse or a tin-horn gambler would carry a pearl-handled pistol."

8 round clip for Garand, 5 round for 03.

Help is where you find it, I guess. Has anyone gone through this program? "Autism Empowerment (this is not a BSA leadership program) and their Autism and Scouting Leadership Training Program is one of just sixteen national non-profit recipients (and the only Northwest based honoree) of a 2012 Family Services Community Grant from Autism Speaks. The awards were announced in late December 2012 and Autism Empowerment will be receiving their grant award check in January 2013. http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/grants/community-grants/community-grants-2012 (see list here) Based out of Vancouver, WA and serving locally, nationally and worldwide, Autism Empowerments Autism and Scouting Leadership Training program works to train leaders about Autism, Aspergers and inclusiveness within a variety of scouting venues including but not limited to Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Royal Rangers, American Heritage Girls, Sea Scouts, Campfire Girls, Impact Girls and Geek Scouts. They currently educate through online and in-person training as well as through their podcasts at Autism and Scouting Radio and Autism Empowerment Radio. The grant is being used to expand the Autism and Scouting Program to provide advanced written, audio and video training to units throughout the United States. It will utilize a variety of visual and strategic tools to assist leaders in working more effectively with scouts (ages 5 - 24) with autism and their families." ... Much more info here http://autismandscouting.blogspot.com/2013/01/autism-empowerment-receives-25000-grant.html http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/grants/autism-empowerments-autism-and-scouting-leadership-training-program

I wonder... if more councils will pass similar "approved" Eagle applications along to National? if similar Eagle candidates will state on their college or job applications "Completed Eagle Scout requirements and recommended for Eagle by HisCouncilName Council.", omitting that National rejected them.?? (This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

Taking local option? "The Mount Diablo-Silverado Boy Scout Council is "directly challenging" the national organization's ban on gay Scouts and leaders and will recommend Andresen attain Eagle, Reuters reported today. The recommendation on the application was forwarded to the national organization for review." ... But according to national BSA spokesman Deron Smith, neither the local nor national council has given the final approval of the award to Andresen. "The Eagle application was forwarded, by a volunteer, to the local council but it was not approved because this young man proactively stated that he does not agree to Scouting's principle of 'duty of God' and does not meet Scouting's membership requirements," he said in a statement last fall. "Therefore, he is not eligible to receive the rank of Eagle." ... AT &T CEO Randall Stephenson, an executive board member of the Boy Scouts of America, has said he was committed to ending the ban. He takes over as president in 2014. " http://abcnews.go.com/Health/gay-teens-application-eagle-scout-award-approved-local/story?id=18162106#.UOynB4Y_k3o

Now this is what I want to read and watch. What started out as a hike to Cadillac Mountain to watch the first sunrise of 2013 turned into a test of all their boy scout lessons. A 19-year old girl visiting from Florida along with a friend started the trek to the top, but lacked the proper attire and footwear. The gusty winds and wind chill dropped temperatures to single digits and caused her to be unable to move. Her friend called 9-1-1, but it was the group of scouts jumping into action that helped her until emergency responders arrived..." read rest and watch video here http://www.wcsh6.com/news/article/226729/2/Boy-Scouts-help-in-Acadia-rescue Scout salute to Troop 102.

Doug Smith directed BSA National's task force to protect children from sexual abuse. In 2005, he pleaded guilty to possession and distribution of child pornography (over 500 images on his PC, as I recall it was a joint German and US investigation). He faced 5-20 years, but 8 years later he is out, but stay tuned for the surprise! 2005 news article: Boy Scout official pleads guilty to child porn http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7326932/ns/us_news-crime_and_courts/t/boy-scout-official-pleads-guilty-child-porn/#.UOYAc4ZC2Zo 2013 news article: Former Scout Safety Director Freed from Prison http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/former-boy-scouts-safety-director-freed-federal-prison-194230269.html "According to a videotaped court deposition he gave while in prison, Smith said that he submitted his retirement letter as soon as his house was raided in 2005, making him eligible for the Boy Scouts pension and medical benefits. ... An attorney familiar with employment laws said denying Smiths pension and benefits would violate the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act. They (government) are very strict in protecting employee rights to what has been paid in, said Rogge Dunn, a veteran Dallas attorney. Having committed certain crimes is one of those things that the statute doesnt address, but should probably be addressed in the future. ... The Scouts acknowledged that Smith is likely the only person on their so-called perversion files who is also still on the payroll. The Boy Scouts are going to pay a convicted felon a full retirement, but not reimburse people who have been abused at the hands of their Scout leaders? said Buckland, who cannot sue for his 1984 abuse because of California's strict statute of limitations for filing. His lawyer is still negotiating reimbursement for years of therapy." Incredible.(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

Good point and in keeping with a free market, how many insurers would offer liability coverage for intentional or criminal acts by the policyholder? How many do now?(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

Good story about a father and son working together in scouting to grow his son into a successful adult. Currently his son is working on his Eagle project. What I liked about the article was it focused on the growth of the boy through scouting and not the Eagle award. His son is on the autism spectrum with a hyperlexia trait. Hyperlexia is enhanced and early reading (decoding words) but usually accompanied with comprehension issues. http://www.neagle.com/article/20121227/NEWS/121229903(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

There is a report now that Spengler obtained the firearms through a neighbor and perhaps her daughter. Seems a straw-man purchase (which are illegal) and not a theft but we know more soon. This information Spengler left behind in a three page note. ATF stated they were doing a trace on these firearms. http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20121227/NEWS01/312270039/William-Spengler-Jr-guns-Webster-firefighter-shootings-fire?nclick_check=1(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

Sorry our rights don't require liability insurance, not even freedom of speech.

My Browning semi-automatic (made in Belgium) has a 5 shot magazine In this discussion, that magazine tube would be not be considered a magazine even if it held 8+ rounds like a tactical semi-auto shotgun. A magazine here is detachable, large capacity ( some say more than 5 rounds, some say more than 10 rounds), and quick detach/attach. But are tactical semi-auto shotguns considered assault weapons? Maybe if they have a pistol grip or a folding or telescoping stock... Make sense? Not to me either. I use a tactical pump shotgun for home defense, not much different, if different at all, from what the Army uses. Well I alternate my rounds (buckshot, slug). My shotgun is securely stored for quick authorized access. My $0.01

Maybe that is why I like working with youngsters. My (stolen) old jokes are new to them. Now if they would only laugh. Besides, I felt the need to counter-balance skeptic's joke on Democrats. My $0.01

In 1904, Republican presidential candidate Theodore Roosevelt was addressing a rally when he was interrupted by a drunk who yelled, I am a Democrat! When Roosevelt asked why, the man replied, Because my grandfather was a Democrat and my father was a Democrat. Mr. Roosevelt patiently nodded and said to the man, Let me ask you, sir. If your grandfather had been a jackass and your father had been a jackass, what would you be? A Republican! the drunk shot back.

Feinstein has supported JROTC over the years even when that program had anti-gay issues. "This program is an alternative to the sports teams, band or debate team that other students may choose as their extracurricular activity, and allows its members to gain the self-confidence and discipline needed for their future endeavors." Go figure. Back to the original question: Should we remove all shooting from Scouting? Well we pretty much have. There is more talking than shooting. How many rounds will a scout shoot at camp in a week - 50? Bring back the marksmanship level of shooting. Remember when it was called Marksmanship? Shoot for score in prone, sitting, offhand. Show scouts the difference between video game shooting and real shooting - sight picture focus, breathing, trigger squeeze,.. As mentioned the caliber restrictions are idiotic. My son shot 22 at 7, did CMP (223, 30-06) at 14 but outside of scouting. Many of their friends hunt also outside of scouting. Make it more fun, add a little "Top Shot" to it. My $0.02

ATF current leadership and budget situation are more a result of their irresponsible gun walking operation, Fast and Furious and their (and Dept of Justice) lack of cooperation with subsequent Congressional investigations. ATF Acting Director Melson was demoted in 2011, ATF Deputy Director Hoover resigned in 2012, four senior ATF supervisors recommended for removal - all due to FF. Current Acting ATF Director Todd Jones is a part-timer! Seriously, he also works as a U.S. attorney in Minnesota. ATF's recent changes to form 4473 drew head-scratching and some cries of racism. Question 10a Ethnicity asks you to check either Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Question 10b then asks your race. Why? Another $0.02,(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

Agreed, not perfect but maybe if will give some pause (hassle?) to responsible gun owners. I know many "responsible" gun owners with kids (great people) who have no secure storage for their firearms. "Didn't have gun safes when I grew up. Keep my rifle in the closet. My 1911 in the glove compartment." Some states have no requirements regarding securely storing a firearm. Just an idea, but maybe we need to "register" gun safes too or somehow make it a requirement to get a firearm license. Not perfect either. Should kids be restricted from accessing stored firearms is not black and white either. Adam Lanza age 20 obviously no, Kendra St. Clair age 12 definitely yes (OK girl home alone who shot intruder). Another $0.01,

As I understand, properly license citizens in Canada and Germany may own AR-15's and other semi-automatic rifles. I think Canada restricts mags to 5 rounds in those rifles, but as others mentioned low round count mags is a false security measure. I would like to see some changes in the ATF Form 4473 Firearms Transaction Record (what a firearm buyer fills out) and the NICS background check. There are no questions about how your firearm will be securely stored and who will have access. Not all states provide mental health data to NCIS. Connecticut does. I have not read any information about how Nancy Lanza stored her firearms. IMO when her son learned that she intended to commit him, her fate was sealed. If her son had not had access to a firearm, then a knife, bat, whatever. I would like to know more about her failed attempts to commit her son. No solution(s) will provide an iron-clad guarantee against crime, but we can try. My $0.01,

I dunno Merlyn, I responded with a "hahaha" to AZMike's effort at humor. Using the internet laugh meter as measuring device http://www.desipad.com/image-video-gallery/41998-laugh-meter.html AZMike is "genuinely funny". Merry Christmas Merlyn. Peace on Earth and Goodwill Towards All.

Back in the day, my troop worked with the fire department to shovel fire hydrants. Other troops shoveled for the elderly. Read this article about the "Snow Corps" that City of Omaha set up to help disabled veterans across Douglas and Sarpy Counties. "Boy Scout Packs, Troops, and crews enrolled in the program will receive a map and a list of the homes of enrolled Wounded Warriors in their neighborhoods and the Scouts will be responsible for clearing their driveways and sidewalks after a snowfall." "...following our latest snow storm. Boy Scouts enrolled in the Snow Corps program cleared the driveways and sidewalks of 19 disabled veterans across the metro area. Boy Scout Troops from Omaha, Bellevue, Bennington, Papillion, and Ralston all took part in the snow removal efforts." http://www.cityofomaha.org/mayor/mayors-office-home/archives/2894

Youth know what they like in music. 2001 old timer who played Over the rainbow on a saw. He went over far better than the Young Osmond's. 2013 (Schiff predicts) the same old timer plays Over the rainbow on a saw. He goes over far better than Justin Bieber.

Never know what you might run into in the woods. On a scout camping trip, "a couple of the older boys began exploring what appeared to be a wildlife trail leading into a wooded area about a half mile from camp. There they found about three dozen marijuana plants, some standing 5 or 6 feet tall. The boys documented the find with photos on a cellphone camera and headed back to camp." "(Police) gave credit to the Scouts for reporting the field and to their leaders for assisting with arrests afterward. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Sharp recently awarded the troop a commendation, thanking it for contributing to the destruction of 40 mature marijuana plants worth about $40,000. They did the right thing, said Dan Cummings, an Independence police captain who leads the Jackson County Drug Task Force." http://www.kansascity.com/2012/12/18/3972861/scouts-do-a-good-deed-bust-up.html Leaf identification sure has come a long way since I was a scout. My $0.02,

Let's ban drugs in schools, I dunno make it a safe, drug-free zone. We can put cameras and signs up and do drug testing of all students, teachers, employees... Well we got half-way there and then the Teacher's Union stonewalled any drug testing of teachers. Undeterred, I suggested "exercising" a state police drug dog in the high school parking lot during school..."Not without a search warrant." But the "Drug-Free Zone" signs are up and the school administrators did "take a bite out of crime" as no student can take an aspirin without going to the nurse. My $0.02,(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)

I suppose that depends where you place your IWB holster

From my experience, - "Scouting is my family." No your family is your family, spend more time with them. Not even the CM/SM needs to be or should be at every meeting and activity. - Focuses mostly on goals of just one or two methods, usually Advancement or Uniform methods. Sometimes it is the "big trek", all adult planned with the intensity of the Apollo program. - Has little understanding of scouting or confidence in his/her "scout skills" so sticks with what he/she knows. Out comes the MBA-speak (suddenly we are called "stakeholders" and not scouters), Powerpoint, and management theory. "I run a boy-run program". (Yes I've heard that more than once). Heavy into the paperwork and forms. Yes crap. - Banana republic generals Generally good people who are in "serious" need of a reality check ("seriously chill" sounds contradictory ). Oh scouts too can be also be too serious. My $0.02,(This message has been edited by RememberSchiff)