Build in this great program stuff for next fall:

Earn Special 100th Anniversary Patches during “A Year of Celebration – A Century of Making a Difference” A Year of Celebration – A Century of Making a Difference is an awards program developed specially for the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.  There are five patches, each based on one of the five core values of the BSA:  one for Leadership, Achievement, Community Service, Character, and the Outdoors.  Each patch is 3” square and fits in a standard plastic temporary patch holder. Each patch has different requirements depending upon age.  Cub Scouts have a set of requirements, as do Boy Scouts, Venturers, adult volunteers, and alumni.  Yes, you heard right.  Even adults can earn patches for a change.  There are five requirements for each age group for each patch.  You may want to do all five requirements, but three is all you’ll need to qualify for the patch. Patches may be earned as of September 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010. This program will provide every scout, leader, and alumnus with a meaningful and fun way to participate in the 100th Anniversary.  Each individual will benefit, as will every scouting unit and local community.  Check out the information at the links below, see other Larry’s Blog entries, or visit www.scouting.org/100years for more 100th Anniversary programs. Thanks, and Good Scouting! A Year of Celebration Requirements A Year of Celebration Fact Sheet A Year of Celebration Ad