Dining Hall  On November 15^th the Council Executive Board approved to begin a capital campaign to build a dining hall at Knox Scout reservation. The approval allows the council to raise up to $1,750,000 for the project, and all funds raised will be used specifically on the dining hall project. The goal is to raise the money and have the dining hall opened no later than summer camp 2020, our council’s 100^th anniversary. The campaign is still being developed, but one phase of the campaign will allow Scouters who want to contribute to do so at the $1,000 and $2,500 levels. Donations by Scouters at these levels will be recognized with your name on a plaque in the completed building.

Journey to Excellence   The council is currently ranked Silver in the national Journey to Excellence scorecard. We finished October with 1,625 points, ranked 2^nd in total points in Area 5. Of the 17 categories, we finished October showing improvement in 14 of them compared to 2016. We project we will end the year ranked Silver, with points in nearly every category.

The Creek River and Kiokee River districts are also both ranked Silver in October, with Yamasee showing improvement, but not yet ranked.

As we come closer to the end of the year, I encourage every unit to complete their unit Journey to Excellence report. This is a valuable tool in helping unit leaders and committee’s identify strengths and opportunities to improve their unit operation. Your Unit Commissioner or District Executive will be happy to help you if you need assistance. 

JTE Scores

Ranger Crew Day  A camp improvement day has been set for December 9^th at Knox Scout Reservation. The projects we plan to work on that day include:

Ceiling rifle range

Doors and frame rifle range

Work firebreak (bike trail)

Pick up wood debris (ecology)

Build fire ring (ecology)

Fix arrow and paint

Finish painting gate at waterfront

Clear brush at amphitheater

A complete list of camp projects can be found on the camp pages of the website.

2018 Camp Operations We are currently taking applications for staff at Knox Scout reservation for the 2018 season. This is a great opportunity for Scouts and Scouters to spend part of your summer at camp, and still have time to do summer activities later in the summer. The staff application is on the camp webpage, or follow this link.

In addition, all units that have registered to attend camp prior to March 31^st will get a free t-shirt for all campers that attend this year. This year’s registration will be completed online. Every in-council unit has a unit log-in username and password. If your unit has not received yours please contact the council office. When you log into the website, you will then be able to select the week of camp you wish to attend. You will also make merit badge selections from this same website, and have access to your camp records as well. Our goal is to camp about 120 campers a week for 3 weeks, to provide our campers with a program experience that allows personal attention, and time to do the activities you come to camp to do. Tired of standing in line to shoot 5 shots at the range, come see us at KSR where you will get more time Scouting and less time wishing you had a speed pass!

Staff Application

World Jamboree The 2019 World Jamboree is just around the corner! All applications are completed online.  Scout friends, this is indeed a once in a lifetime opportunity. The last time the World Jamboree was in United States was 1967 in Idaho. Our council has no allotted spots, but is part of a larger Area 5 contingency.

World Jamboree Application

Camp Activities The Georgia Carolina Council currently operates 2 camp facilities, Knox Scout Reservation, Camp Daniel Marshall. Did you know that in addition to the 21 campsites at Knox, we also have a low COPE challenge course that can be used by units, we have a variety of boats including canoes kayaks, sail-boats, jet ski’s and other craft units can use. We also now have mountain bikes, and a bike trail is currently being built. So for Troops and Crews, Knox is a great destination for year around camping and program fun!

While Packs are also often seen camping at Knox, did you know at Camp Daniel Marshall we have 2 bunkhouses, with hot showers and comfy beds, great for pack outings! Your unit can reserve either facility anytime using the online reservation system on our website.

Giving Tuesday First Black Friday and then Cyber Monday .. now .. today is giving Tuesday. For those who are considering a late year donation, the Georgia Carolina Council is a great investment you can make in our youth. Please follow this link to make your donation today.

https://forms.tentaroo.com/view.php?id=2065538

Yours in Scouting,

Dan Rogers, Scout Executive