Narcoossee District Newsletter—August 2025

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Narcoossee District Newsletter—August 2025

Latest news and updates from the Narcoossee District of the Central Florida Council BSA.<!–

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Narcoossee District 
8/7/25 Narcoossee District Commissioner Meeting
8/14/25 Narcoossee District Committee Meeting
8/21/25 Narcoossee District Roundtable

Central Florida Council 
8/30/25 – 9/1/25 Fall Wood Badge Weekend 1

Click here for Narcoossee District Calendar May 2025 – May 2026!

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Warm congratulations to scouts in the Narcoossee District who have earned the Eagle rank in the last month!

Evan Coomes, Troop 424
Timothy Wahl, Troop 617
Connor Burns, Troop 173
Dylan DeMarco, Troop 202
Elizabeth Miller, Troop 4240
 

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The issue delaying Eagle Scout Award Kits has been resolved. The kits will now be automatically mailed to Eagle Scouts, as was done prior to the delay from the national office. There is no longer a need to contact Lilly Bruno to schedule an appointment for pickup. 

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Eagle Scout candidates are expected to bring to their Eagle Board of Review (EBOR) the Eagle Scout application copy that Lilly Bruno signed PLUS the original Eagle Scout application. BOTH forms need to be signed by the Eagle Board and mailed back to Lilly Bruno.

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The weeklong Cub Day Camp hosted by Narcoossee District this summer was a great success! The camp served 40+ cub scouts and was made possible by 20+ volunteers. The cubs worked on elective adventures, participated in range and target activities, completed a conservation project, enjoyed several guest speakers, and so much more! Super BIG THANKS to Camp Director Elle Vail and her amazing team of volunteers for putting on an awesome week of Cub Day Camp!!!!

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The unit signup deadline for Scouting for Food is TODAY, August 3rd! Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Central Florida’s biggest service projects! Signup your unit to participate: https://form.jotform.com/251476730148055

Bag Drop-Off: Saturday, November 1
Food Pick-Up: Saturday, November 8

Last year, Scouts collected over 300,000 pounds of food to support families in need—and we’re aiming even higher this year! Be a force for good. Help us stock the shelves and make a lasting impact in our community. 

On Sunday, July 20th, all Narcoossee District units should have received an email with detailed information. If your unit leadership didn’t receive the information, please reach out to our district SFF Chair, Sonia Tzabery, at [email protected].

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Narcoossee District now has a Merit Badge Counselor application tracker that can be reviewed HERE.

As of right now, all applications received by Michelle Adamick (Narcoossee’s Merit Badge Chair) that are in-process are on the linked application tracker spreadsheet. If you do not see your name and have submitted an application, please resend your forms to Michelle via email and she will process them ASAP. On the application tracker, if something is red, then it is missing and needs to be submitted before the application will be processed. And yes, even if you are already a registered adult leader in a unit, if you are not a current MBC, a new adult application is needed as you are applying for a new position (mbc vs adult leader). If you have forms to send, please send to Michelle Adamick at [email protected]. Questions can be sent to the same email, or feel free to call/text Michelle at 972-358-6171.

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Volunteers are needed to lead stations at Cub Scout Family Fun Day on September 27 at Center Pointe Community Church. Adults and troop-age youth volunteers are desired! If you or your troop can help, please reach out to the event lead, Brenda Jimenez at [email protected]. 

Narcoossee District is also seeking volunteers to serve in the following leadership roles:

Narcoossee District Activities Chair (helps coordinate planning, organizing, and execution of activities for the district and represents the district on the Council Activities Committee) 
Event Lead for Narcoossee District Pinewood Derby 2026 (day event to be held in March or April 2026)
Troop to Lead the 2026 Narcoossee District Spring Camporee (multi-troop themed camping event on calendar for first weekend in May 2026) 

For more information on any of these leadership roles, please reach out to our district chair, Kathy Vickroy, at [email protected] or 412-758-9636. 

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We would like to invite you to the Narcoossee District Roundtable, which is typically be held on the third Thursday of every month at Center Point Community Church (9580 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32825). Doors open for gathering at 6:30pm, and opening flag is at 7pm. Roundtable is a great way for Scout leaders to share ideas, network and get information about our Council and District. Ideally, every unit should try to have at least one leader attend every month so that you can take what you learn to your Units!

This month’s August Roundtable will be held on Thursday, 8/21/25. Program breakout groups will be offered for Cub Scout leaders and Scouts BSA/Venturing/Sea Scout leaders.

If you have any announcements or messages you would like to present or convey at Roundtable, please contact Ruth Currey at [email protected].

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Narcoossee District is hosting a Life to Eagle Seminar on Saturday, September 20th from 9am to 12pm at The First Presbyterian Church (15 Church St., Kissimmee, FL 34741). 

This event is open to all Star and Life Scouts, their parents, Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Advancement Chairs, and Eagle Mentors. Class A uniform is mandatory for the scouts. Bring a water bottle, pen, and notebook/paper for note taking. 

There is no cost for this event, but registration is required to attend. Register here: https://scoutingevent.com/083-LifetoEagleSeminar

Questions? Email Theresa Martinez at [email protected] 

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Attention Cub Scout Leaders! Narcoossee District will host a Pirate-themed Cub Scout Family Fun Day on September 27th 10am – 2pm at Center Point Community Church. This event will feature Range and Target activities (i.e., archery and bb’s), bounce house, and arts and crafts. Cost for this event is covered by the Council Program fee, so no additional fee to participate! But we do request that you register. 

Excellent recruiting opportunity- bring a friend who isn’t in scouting. Please put on pack calendars and volunteer 🙂 

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeCubScoutFamilyDay

If you have questions or would like to volunteer to help with this event, reach out to the event lead, Brenda Jimenez, at [email protected]. 

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Narcoossee District is hosting Fall BALOO Training at Moss Park on September 27-28. This training event is for all Cub Scout parents and leaders. We encourage you to start promoting in your pack and increase the number of BALOO-trained adults in your unit. 

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeDistrictBalooNewCubParent

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ATTENTION CUB SCOUT PACKS!
SAVE THE DATE – NOVEMBER 14-16, 2025

Narcoossee District Cub Family Campout and Pioneer Games! 

This camping event for cub scouts and their families will be a grand celebration of our founding families, and a great way to celebrate being thankful with our Cub Scout community. There will be settler and pioneer themed games, a dance party, crafts, thanksgiving meal and sides contest, and so much more. Location is Moss Park. 

This district event is covered (paid for) through the Council Program Fee that is paid with membership renewal, so all scouts and registered leaders are free. The cost for non-registered adults is $10, and the cost for siblings is $5. 

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeCubFamilyCampoutandPioneerGames

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🕵️‍♂️ TOP SECRET TRANSMISSION 🕵️‍♀️
From: Narcoossee District Intelligence
To: All Available Scouts BSA and Venturing Agents
Clearance Level: SCOUT PRIME

The Narcoossee District invites you to a top-secret mission — CODENAME: CAMPOREE! Hosted by Troop 202, this elite Secret Agent Training Academy is packed with action, adventure, and high-stakes challenges, including obstacle course, codebreaking, laser maze, and so much more — all in one epic weekend.

Fully included in your council program fees, this covert operation runs December 5–7 at Moss Park. Troops will provide own meals. 

Registration is open: https://scoutingevent.com/083-CodenameCamporee

Questions can be directed to Troop 202 Scoutmaster Dave Chubb at [email protected].

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Scouts BSA Halloween 2025
For Scouts BSA & Venturing
At Camp La-No-Che
October 5 – 7, 2025

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-ScoutsBSAHalloween

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Cub Halloween 2025
For Cub Scouts and their Families
At Camp La-No-Che

Three weekends to choose from:
– October 10-12, 2025
– October 17-19, 2025
– October 24-26, 2025
***Camp for the weekend OR come as a Saturday day visitor

Information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-CubHalloween

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Did you know that Narcoossee District scouts/units are welcome to attend events hosted by districts throughout the Central Florida Council? Below are some of the upcoming events that your scouts/unit can register for today. And best of all, many of these events are included in the CFC Program Fee (so no additional cost). More information and registration for each event listed can be accessed through the council calendar at  https://www.cflscouting.org/calendar/

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The Central Florida Council is actively recruiting contingent members to join us for the 2026 National Jamboree! This event is open to Scouts 12-17 years old and who are at least First Class Rank. We are also recruiting Venturing Scouts who are 14-20 years old. Participants need to register now to secure their spot in the contingent. Questions? Please reach out to Joshua Ryan, [email protected] or 321-431-8560.

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BALOO and IOLS Training Opportunities

BALOO hosted by Narcoossee District
Sat. 09/27/25, 8:00am – Sun. 09/28/25, 11:30am
Moss Park in Orlando, FL
More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-NarcoosseeDistrictBalooNewCubParent

IOLS hosted by Seminole District
Sat. 10/11/25, 8:00am – Sun. 10/12/25, 1:00pm
Lake Mills Park in Chuluota, FL
More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-SeminoleDistrictIOLS#

Wood Badge Advanced Leadership FOR ADULTS.

By taking Wood Badge, Scouters will acquire valuable tools such as listening, communicating, conflict management, project planning and leading change—skills that will make them a better Scout leader!
 
The Fall course dates are as follows:

-Orientation: Aug. 3, 2025
-Weekend 1: Aug. 30, 2025 – Sept. 1, 2025 @ Camp La-No-Che
-Weekend 2: Sept. 20-21, 2025 @ Camp La-No-Che

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-WoodBadgeFallCourse2025

Leave No Trace Trainer Course Level 1

Fri. 9/12/25 5:30pm – Sun. 9/14/25 2:30pm
Camp La-No-Che

This BSA / Center for Outdoor Ethics Leave No Trace Trainer Course will give you an understanding of the impacts that we make when we are camping, hiking and using the outdoors.  It will also give the youth the necessary tools to fulfill their duties in the NEW Outdoor Ethics Guide Troop Position of Responsibility.  Youth/Adults are encouraged and welcome to attend to learn how to minimize your impact when recreating outdoors and become better stewards of the land.

More information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/083-LNTFall

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Stan Richards, Dan Morrison, and Theresa Martinez are leading the Narcoossee District Eagle Advancement Team. You can submit proposals and general Eagle advancement inquiries to [email protected].

Please note the following information for Life scouts working on their Eagle Rank:

1. The Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook was last updated in February 2023. Please make sure you are using the 2023A version when you submit your workbook for district review. The 2023A version of the Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook PDF can be downloaded from the National website at:
https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/eagle-scout-workbook/

2. Within the Project Proposal, the District Information requested on Page B should be entered as: Narcoossee Eagle Chair; (407) 889-4403; 1951 S Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, FL 32703; [email protected]

3. Life scouts who are ready for their Eagle Project Workbook review and District approvals have the option of personally meeting with a District Advancement team member by appointment. The Life Scout can still opt to submit and receive feedback electronically, if preferred. But in some cases, a short in-person meeting will still be needed for signatures. Electronic proposal submissions should be sent to [email protected]

4. Dr. Phillips Charities has established a matching grant fund at the Central Florida Council to which Eagle Scout candidates may apply for partial assistance to fund their Eagle Scout Service project. Only projects located in Orange, Osceola & Seminole counties will be considered for approval. For more information and application: https://www.cflscouting.org/dr-phillips-charities-eagle-service-project-grant-application/

5. The Council has a new online tool for Eagle Rank Applications, which eliminates the need to mail paperwork until after the BOR is completed and provides support for completing the application and real-time tracking of status.  The tool and instructions for use are available at http://eagleapp.cflscouting.org/

6. To schedule an Eagle Board of Review (EBOR) with the district, a unit representative or the Eagle Candidate should send a request to the district advancement team at [email protected]. The request should identify possible available dates for the EBOR, and if known, provide a location and preferred time. A Scout may make this request, but must have coordinated with and cc their Unit Advancement Chair when doing so. When requesting, please allow for enough time to obtain reference letters, and provide multiple dates to aid in ease of scheduling. 

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Jillian Davis  [email protected]  is the Narcoossee District Popcorn Kernel. Look for popcorn updates from Jillian on the Narcoossee District Facebook Group. If you have questions or needs related to the popcorn campaign, reach out to Jillian or our DE team, Haley and George. 🍿

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Oussauna is Narcoossee District’s chapter of the Tipisa Lodge Order of the Arrow. If you are a brother, please join our Band to receive chapter information, quickly contact Oussauna leadership, and connect with other brothers. Here is the link to join: https://band.us/n/acaeAfk7keQbf  

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The Narcoossee District Monthly Newsletter is published on the first Sunday of each month. If you have announcements to be included in the newsletter, please email your request to [email protected] at least one week ahead of a given month’s publication date.  

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