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Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth, adult leaders, and organizations in their communities. Local community organizations establish a Venturing crew by matching their people and program resources to the interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of exciting and meaningful activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, develop leadership skills, and become good citizens. The Venturing Oath As a Venturer, I promise to do my duty to God and help strengthen America, to help others, and to seek truth, fairness, and adventure in our world. The Venturing Code As a Venturer, I believe that America's strength lies in our trust in God and in the courage, strength, and traditions of our people. I will, therefore, be faithful in my religious duties and will maintain a personal sense of honor in my own life. I will treasure my American heritage and will do all I can to preserve and enrich it. I will recognize the dignity and worth of all humanity and will use fair play and goodwill in my daily life. I will acquire the Venturing attitude that seeks truth in all things and adventure on the frontiers of our changing world. KEY 3 District Chairman Nora McGuire District Commissioner Paul Kendzierski 824-2348 District Executive Grace Lattanzio 512-6214 
Venturing Corner 2010 Annual Venturing Awards Venturing Leadership Award (Adult) Gary Nobbs Sr - Advisor, Crew 614 Stu Schnettler - District Commissioner (2008-2009) Venturing Leadership Award (Youth) Greg Lenz - Crew 93 District Award of Merit Dale Shick - Committee Member, Crew 614 Venturing Leader of the Year (as selected by the Council Commissioner's Cabinet) Doug Lenz - Advisor, Crew 93 
Venturing Officer's AssociationVenturing Officer's Association helps council Venturing advisors and professionals to get the prospective of the youth in the council. It allows the youth to develop leadership skills, and gives council professionals a resource to build the council’s Venturing program. GNFC is proud to announce the formation of a Venturing Officer's Association. The Officer's for 2010 are: Andy Donahue - VOA President (Crew 2001) Gary Nobbs Jr. - Vice President of Program (Crew 614) Rosie Lenz - Vice President of Administration (Crew 93) Drew Laudenslager - Vice President of Communication (Crew 972) Andrew Skelton - Vice President of Training (Crew 614) Patrick Quinn - Advisor
Paul Kendzierski - Associate Advisor 
Commissioner's Corner LOOKING FOR UNIT COMMISSIONERS: Unit Commissioners provide units with meaningful service that delivers Scouting ideals to boys, brings about membership growth, and ensures on-time charter renewal. The Unit Commissioner's Mission is to HELP UNITS SUCCEED! If you're interested in a new and exciting challenge, contact Paul Kendzierski, District Commissioner at 824-2348, or drop an email to paul.kendzierski@gmail.com Changes to the Venturing ProgramThe National Executive Board recently approved a resolution to change the eligibility requirements for Venturing to ensure consistency among Venturing, high-adventure bases, and other core programs. The current age and grade eligibility requirement for participation in the Venturing program is 14 years of age and completion of the eighth grade. Effective May 1, 2010, the minimum age requirement will be changed to 14 years of age, or 13 years of age and completion of the eighth grade. The maximum age for participation remains under 21 years of age. In support of this change, below is a link to a list of frequently asked questions. This information is posted at www.scouting.org/venturing. DISTRICT CALENDAR
Powder Horn Powder Horn is a training opportunity designed to expose the Venturing or Boy Scout leader to activities and resources necessary to operate a successful Venturing Ranger Award or Troop High Adventure program. The Council will be hosting a Powder Horn Course in 2010. August 20-22 at Camp Scouthaven, and September 10-12 at Schoellkopf. CREW WEB PAGES
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