RichardB

So maybe I don't understand your issue. There are four pins, you order or purchase the ones you earn. No trim is the individual. The bronze, silver, gold are done on a unit or organizational level.

http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Media/Publications/EmergencyPreparedness/award.aspx scroll all the way to the bottom for the SKU's for all 4 pins.

I'm really interested in the source of where this "unless" comes from as the shooting sports information found in both the Guide to Safe Scouting and the Shooting Sports Manual both point out that this is not a Cub Scout program. Background program materials links below. . http://www.scouting.org/filestore/Outdoor%20Program/pdf/30931_WB.pdf Tomahawk Throwing This is a program for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and Sea Scouts. This program is not approved for Cub Scouts or Webelos Scouts. or http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/gss07.aspx Knife and Tomahawk ThrowingThese are age-appropriate activities for Boy Scouts and Venturers following the Sweet 16 of BSA Safety. Reference: BSA National Shooting Sports Manual, No. 430-938

The Cub Scout shooting sports program is designed for council or district events not specific facilities although council camps are typically a good place with dedicated ranges to do these activities. And throwing hawks or knives is not part of Cub Scouting so not sure where there would be any angst about that..... Not sure how Scouts could be instructors as age restrictions place minimums in archery or BB gun range master at 18. NRA certifications for a full instructor are 21. Richard

Everyone seems to have an opinion of WFA. 1) BSA has no desire at this time to be in the certification business. 2) WFA curriculum was developed and will be revised from time to time. However, it is delivered thru organizations - systems already set up to deliver. 3) In many cases, units, districts, councils use their network of ARC or ECSI instructors (who are BSA volunteers) to deliver the training at low or reduced costs. 4) There are three scheduled train the trainer courses - two at PTC and one at SBR if you know folks who would like to become more knowledgeable or deliver the WFA training locally.

There are no and will be no unit centric WFA requirements in 2016 coming out of the National Service Center unless something is going on in an organizational unit who doesn't own it.......It could be a local council policy. WFA is program centric, for example the Philmont Trek programs require it. Your local council could be using this as a means to manage their trek program as well. It remains recommended at a unit level. There are several providers teaching the BSA Curriculum. American Red Cross and ECSI are two that the BSA has worked with to develop instructor capacity. If you can't find instructors in your area, those with instructor credentials can transition into WFA teaching roles.

Recommend you take an intro class, learn some strokes and find a retailer that has a demo day and try out several types, shapes, etc. There are many options. The "yoga" boards are wide, the racing boards narrow. As a general rule, longer is faster. Lots of surface finish options. Bought a couple of demos - Hobie ATR (12-14'?) and an 11' ATR-II. Really light and handle well. Don't have the desire to manage an inflatable, I could see that as a popular option if transport options were limited but they are not quick set ups. My use is mostly lakes, but have taken them to the coast a time or two. Great core workout, if you want your core strong to prevent the backache this will do it. The yoga might also help. You can sit, stand or kneel on them. Wind loading plays a large role in your paddle experience.

Goal Zero Guide 10 plus Nomad 7 kit. Can open and place on pack while hiking. Keep a couple extra rechargeable AA's and you can rotate them out.

Download the PDF: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34416.pdfchanges noted on the 6th page of the download prior to the TOC. or peruse the html version which as a couple of landing page tweaks to complete the transition left. http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/toc.aspx If you are online then suggest you review YP section for updated barriers to abuse, the Medical and FA section, Age Appropriate Guidelines and the Insurance section for changes...... Richard

District has purchased from these folks, suggest at least two extra handles per hawk in reserve. http://www.crazycrow.com/hand-forged-throwing-hawks I also throw the SOG's but they are "modern". Have not tried these yet but this is SOG's latest entry in a three hawk package: http://www.sogknives.com/throwing-hawks.html- seen them as low as for $50 for three. These folks make some nicer stuff: http://www.hbforge.com/hand-forged-throwing-tomahawks Not sure I'd invest this much per hawk for bulk learning. For knives, I really prefer the cold steel true flights, they hold up better than any other off the shelf solution tried and they have enough weight to them they stick well.

Very doubtful......it was officially 104 here yesterday. Nothing cold about that, nor wondering why. Have a plan, Run the program, have fun and life is good. Anything outside of that isn't scouting....... Enjoy.

It could be addressed via the use of the bottom of Part A of the AHMR. In a general, several states regulate the pick up of youth and may require a different format. Some accept the Part A inclusion. Your mileage may vary.

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34416_Insert_Web.pdfis current. Nothing changing as the OP rumors have it....... There are NO unit level shooting opportunities for Cub Scouts - So Bad Wolf - you have Bad information.

Again, solutions, maybe not the ones YOU want are being worked on in the digital world. Until then, might suggest that a simple one stop solution is to pick up, read a handbook and follow it. Pick up a Field Book if you are feeling edgy. Leaders guides developed by the HAB are great as well if your unit HA plan includes similar stuff. Want a one stop shop to help you plan an event: http://www.scouting.org/sitecore/content/Home/HealthandSafety/TourPlanFAQ.aspx

Interesting thread. Anyone ever think to reference the Sweet 16 of BSA as a planning checklist? http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/Resources/sweet16.aspx Might be something to review and point out to those who haven't used it before.

Little more than NADA....http://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2014/11/18/scouts-with-autism/

This is actually a work in progress.....Not exactly as described. Stay tuned.....

So with the extra info - taking to another camp - if part of another unit - tag into that unit (BS, Team, Crew). If this is a Mom and Me / Dad and Lad (CS) then the tour and activity plan is just a tool to plan their outing (as the unit they are coming from could complete the task as well) it will most likely have flags during a review either way. Doesn't mean it cannot be done. The intent of Tour and Activity Planning is to have a plan, work thru the risks. Statistically, the travel to and from the event in this endeavor is the high risk activity to have a plan for.

Would really suggest reviewing the FAQ's at the link provided.....Many assumptions already in the thread that may or may not be valid.

Tour Permits went away circa 2011....A Tour and Activity Plan is current. http://www.scouting.org/sitecore/content/Home/HealthandSafety/TourPlanFAQ.aspx I'm not sure there is enough information in the OP to give guidance other than the camp and parent / Lone Scout need to work it out.......there is typically not a tour for two folks, even parent / son.

http://www.scouting.org/Home/HealthandSafety/Alerts/LDSChurchSafety.aspx Something to talk about at your next meeting...... Richard

You may wish to review the updated membership guidelines that went in to affect March 2015. Summary is here: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/venturing/pdf/venturingfaqs.pdfor validate with your local council conducting said event. Begin bottom of page 2, top of 3 in the document.

http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/toc.aspx has the latest updates posted this week. In addition to those below, the revisions include the age appropriate guidelines as well. http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34416_Insert_Web.pdf Would ask that you take the time to review the updated Climbing and COPE activities section and share this information with others in your area. Would also suggest that if you have not reviewed it Belay On - the publication referenced - is a relatively new piece of literature for those who engage in the COPE / Climbing world. It can be found with other reference material here: http://www.scouting.org/Home/OutdoorProgram/COPE.aspx 2015 Updates April II. Aquatics Safety: The Safety Afloat section was updated to clarify Cub Scout participation in pack and den events. VIII. Sports and Activities: The Climbing and Rappelling, and COPE Activities sections were each revised and expanded throughout. XI. Transportation: Additions to this chapter include the future policy on using 15-passenger vans and guidelines on safe driving. Richard

This has gotten a little off of the original topic but I'd suggest everyone who is involved with BSA review the policy on prescriptions: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/gss05.aspx#g is a direct link. PrescriptionsThe taking of prescription medication is the responsibility of the individual taking the medication and/or that individual’s parent or guardian. A leader, after obtaining all the necessary information, can agree to accept the responsibility of making sure a youth takes the necessary medication at the appropriate time, but BSA does not mandate or necessarily encourage the leader to do so. Also, if state laws are more limiting, they must be followed. BSA camp standards may modify this for specific camp operation.

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/2013Guidelines_Managing_Food_Allergies.pdf Some thoughts.....