NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING (NYLT) - June 16-22, 2013 - BSA Adventure Camp - Rochelle /Thunderbird National Youth Leader Training, is a seven day outdoor training conference for youth leaders, which supports the Scoutmaster's or Crew Advisor's responsibility for training junior leaders. It is conducted by the Council Training Committee using a syllabus that was developed by the Boy Scouts of America. Leadership requires vision, goals and planning. Through presentations and positive experiences in goal setting, planning and problem solving, participants learn how to set a clear course toward realizing their team and individual visions, and then begin to put themselves in the center of those pictures of future success. WHO MAY ATTEND? Participants must be registered Scouts in a Troop Team or Crew, 13 years old by January 1, 2013, be First Class rank or higher (For Members of Troops or Teams), serve in a leadership position, and have long term camping experience. Since the conference will take place in a camp setting, the Scouts should have skills in camping hiking, and cooking.

• Course dates for 2013 - June 16-22, 2013 at BSA Adventure Camp, Rochelle, IL
• 2013 Fact Sheet - NYLT
• 2013 Leader Letter - NYLT
• Register for National Youth Leadership Training (You must register online, but may pay online or at our Scout Shops) 

Three Fires Council is holding a Wood Badge Course in 2013 COURSE INFO FLIER

• Sunday, Aug 4, 2013 (Sunday) 1-4 pm / Orientation Meeting
• August 23-25, 2013 (Friday 7am - Sunday 5pm - 3 full days) Part 1 of the Course
• September 20-22, 2013 (Friday 7am - Sunday 4pm - 3 full days) Part 2 of the Course

All 3 sessions will be held at Camp Big Timber in Elgin, IL. / Mike Koehne - 2013 Wood Badge Course Director

The course fee is $280.   Course size is limited to 48 participants, SIGN UP NOW to ensure your spot! You can reserve your space in this course by filling out the online application and submitting a non-refundable deposit of $50. All fees must be paid by July 15, 2013.  Registration is online now!

 The Boy Scouts of America, Three Fires Council Cordially Invites You to the
Council Recognition Banquet honoring the 2012 Silver Beaver Recipients
Rod Accardi - Council / Roy Breede - NT / Larry Fleig - CP / Jennifer Griffin - TB / Pat Krave - FF / Mike Nadeau - MH / Sherrie Nielsen - PT / Laura Roegner - PT / Ron Sebonia - PT / Harry Stout - FV / Loree Thompson - MH / Steve Thompson - MH

Event Information: Thursday, June 20, 2013, 7 PM Dinner
Location: Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre, 2139 CityGate Lane, Naperville, IL 60563

Paper Reservation Form  /  Register ONLINE for the Council Recognition Banquet

Insurance Auto Auctions

The One Car One Difference Program

Do you have a car that you would like to donate to Scouting to help our council? If so, click on the link above, which has the information that you will need to donate.

We are in our third year of a great relationship with Insurance Auto Auctions, a company that processes more than 1 million vehicle donations at more than 160 locations around the country; and our Scouting campaign continues to grow  from this great service. Our council is already using the program! For more than 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America® has changed lives, and your support will help provide character development, citizenship training, personal fitness, and leadership skills for youth across America.

Dear Scout Leaders, Thank you to those leaders who submitted Campership request(s) for your Scout(s). Due to the larger than expected number of requests for camperships this year, we have delayed their award by approximately 30 days so that we can continue to work to raise sufficient funds. As soon as sufficient funds are secured we will begin processing the camperships. You should expect award letters no later than May 15, 2013. Thanks for understanding. Buzz Wheeler - Program Director

 We’re proud to announce that the Boy Scouts of America Discover® Prepaid Card is now available!

With the Scout Prepaid Card, parents will be teaching their Scout how to manage money wisely. This is NOT a credit card, but a prepaid, reloadable card that can be replenished from any bank account. It’s a great way for Scouts to manage their daily spending, and it’s safer and more convenient than carrying cash.

Also, be on the lookout for more information regarding the new Boy Scouts of America Credit Card. In addition to all of the existing rewards and benefits Discover offers, this card will offer a Scouts Rewards section where cardholders may donate their points to a council or purchase Scout Shop products with their points.

This card will be available on November 15, 2012, for anyone to apply, so visit www.BoyScoutCreditCard.com and stay tuned for additional information as this date approaches.

The Oakbrook Microsoft Store and Three Fires Council, BSA have partnered together to provide local Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts with the opportunity to earn technology merit badges and belt loop from Microsoft! Registration is for Cub Scouts to sign up to participate in complimentary workshops to earn a Computer, Video Games or Photography Belt Loop. During these workshops, Scouts will learn functions of a camera, discuss Film vs. Digital, learn to take his own photos and share with others. Learn about the video game rating system, create a gaming schedule to include gaming, homework, chores, and family time, learn a new video game and discuss his favorite game and why. Learn parts of a computer, how to properly shut down a computer, prepare a document and print on his own!
 
Boy Scouts sign up to participate in complimentary workshops to earn the Computer, Photography or Cinematography Merit Badges. During the 3-hour workshops session, Scouts will participate in hands-on projects utilizing Office 2010, including creating a patrol outing food budget, designing a campsite plan, writing a letter inviting guests to a court of honor and many others!                     Click here to see available SUMMER dates and register online!