Jim was a very active member of MSOC for many years and a long time member of the Newsletter Committee. He will be missed!

We share this e-mail from Jim's wife Margaret:

 

Don Thomson recognized Charlie Korsoski as the Father of the Super Citizen program and asked school representatives to submit the award winners as soon as possible. The Korsoski Award is given to the single most outstanding Super Citizen in each of the 8 schools we serve and is a plaque with the names of award winner, which hangs in a prominent place in the school.

 

Michael also asked for help distributing Bobble-Heads at the Rockies game on July 31. 

 Our guest speakers today were Michael Fifhause,  Deputy Scout Executive/COO at Denver Area Council, BSA and Randy Bruns who  is the coordinator for Pack, Troop  and Crew 261 in Castle Rock. They were backed up internally by Bob Avery and Greg Holt, both of whom are Eagle Scouts and still very active in scouting and recognized Jack Kleinheksel as a Distinguished Eagle Scout.

 

 

 

Michael, whose responsibilities include the whole Denver Area Council, talked about how the BSA is attempting to "rebrand" themselves. They now have female members (although not co-ed in most situations).

Mike said BSA is strong on developing leadership skills for all members. (Tom Mauro attested to the fact that his grandson had benefitted greatly from attending the Youth Leadership Develop Camp.

Mike also talked about the McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley and the various activities available with more than 3,300 acres of land, there are endless possible adventures available for Scouts of all ages at McNeil  Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley. This regional camp includes a swimming pool, two lakes, Olympic shotgun shooting range (along with world-class rifle and archery ranges), one of Colorado’s premier mountain biking courses, natural rocking climbing areas, trading post, dining hall, two themed outpost camps, and that barely scratches the surface! Additionally, its near Colorado Springs and surrounding areas where campers go white water rafting, hike a 14er, or explore caves. Three nationally accredited camps make up PV, which is located at 7,000 feet in elevation near the town of Elbert, Colorado.

Mike also talked about his goal of reaching more inner city kids and how to defray some of the costs involved with uniforms, camping equipment etc. Mike said that approximately 10% of BSA is female and that there is significant emphasis on safety of our youth.

Mike said he appreciated the support of Monaco South Optimist Club and our goal of serving youth.

Greg Young is still recovering from knee replacement- hopes to be back soon

Bill Morgan announced that he is the proud grandfather of twins.

Karl Geil (not to be outdone) says that he and Lesley are also newly minted grandparents!

Everett Gardner, back from one of his many travels was back in the house!

Interesting video, compliments of Dr. Bob: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSC7SXQpInM

Don't forget the upcoming lottery, proceeds of which will augment Christmas tree sales in funding our activities. Each of the members on the Board of Directors has agreed to be responsible for selling 10 tickets, whether to themselves or friends and neighbors. Ticket price has been reduced to $20, which means we have to sell 50 more tickets to reach the break even point. See Phil Perington for tickets.

 

We have one! Which nobody wins. Since this week's pot was $50, next week moves up to $60. With only 15 cards left in the deck, odds are increasing that someone will be a big winner--- but you gotta' by a ticket!