Meetings of the District Committee and the District Commissioner's Staff (Assistant District Commissioners, Cub Scout/Boy Scout Roundtable Commissioner, and Unit Commissioners) have changed effective immediately.  Previously, the District Commissioner's Staff met first, followed by the District Committee meeting.

The District Committee will meet at 6:00pm, followed by the District Commissioner's Staff meeting at 7:00 pm.  This will allow for a more effective means of communication between the District Commissioner's Staff and the District Committee.  For additional information, feel free to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer at 227-0002, ext. 3 or District Commissioner Gary Stratton at 223-2013.

Scouting For Food is an annual Community Service Project by the Boy Scouts of America.  Here, in the Long Cane District, we collect donated items on the first and second Saturdays during the month of February (although units are permitted to collect food anytime of the year).  When you wish to take the collected non-perishable food items to the Food Bank of Greenwood County, please contact James Murphy, Executive Director, at 980-5987 or email him at grnwdfoodbank1@nctv.com.  Let them know when (Date and Time) your group will be arriving at their new facilities on Creswell Avenue.

Weekend training.  Training conducted at the Blue Ridge Council's Summer camp facility in Travelers' Rest --- Camp Old Indian..  Specifically designed for Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, and Troop Committee members..  Required training for all Troop Leadership. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  $35 registration fee, which includes materials, handouts, insurance, and meals.  Registration is at 8:30 am and training begins at 9:00 am.  This is the OUTDOOR session, which is part two of a two-part training program.  For additional information, please download the flyer at http://www.blueridgecouncil.org/

The Blue Ridge Council Service Center and the National Scout Shop will be closed on Friday, April 2^nd in observance of Good Friday.  The Service Center and National Scout Shop will re-open as scheduled on Monday, April 5^th.

One-day training.  Baloo Training (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) will be conducted at the Blue Ridge Council's Summer Camp facility near Travelers' Rest, South Carolina --- Camp Old Indian.  Pre-Registration is requested and the fee is $15, which includes materials, notebook, handouts, and breakfast.  Each pack should have at least one person, other than the Cubmaster, be BALOO-Trained.  For additional information, download the flyer at the Blue Ridge Council's official website at http://www.blueridgecouncil.org/

One-day training.  Training for Webelos Den Leaders and Assistant Webelos Den Leaders (Webelos Outdoor Leader Training, or Outdoor Webelos Leader --- OWL --- training) will be conducted at the Blue Ridge Council's Summer Camp facility near Travelers' Rest, South Carolina --- Camp Old Indian.  Pre-Registration is requested and the fee is $15, which includes materials, notebook, handouts, and snack foods.  The program will be conducted outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the expected weather conditions in the mountains of South Carolina.. For additional information, download the flyer at the Blue Ridge Council's official website at http://www.blueridgecouncil.org/

Order of the Arrow's annual Conclave meeting (Dixie Fellowship) will be hosted by our Lodge,  Atta Kulla Kulla #185 at the Blue Ridge Council's Summer Camp facility near Travelers' Rest, South Carolina --- Camp Old Indian during the weekend of April 23^rd, 24^th, and 25^th.  PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.  Visit the Council Service Center in person to register for this wonderful event.  In order to be a Dixie Fellowship delegate, AKK Lodge #185 requires that each Arrowman have their dues paid up, be registered as a member of the Boy Scouts of America, and have attended either the Fall 2009 or Spring 2010 Spring Fellowship.

Atta Kulla Kulla Lodge #185 Workday.  A day when Arrowmen from all across the Council come to Camp Old Indian to help make improvements to the property.  This one-day event is free for attending and lunch will be provided.  Each participant is asked to bring gloves and a shovel with them to camp.  The Order of the Arrow is all about "CHEERFUL SERVICE TO OTHERS."

The Blue Ridge Council's Service Center and National Scout Shop will be closed on Monday, May 31^st in observance of Memorial Day.  The Service Center and Scout Shop will re-open as scheduled on Tuesday, June 1^st.

The 2010 Piedmont-Appalachian College of Commissioner Science will be held once again, at the Ridgecrest Conference Center in Black Mountain, North Carolina.  The Cost for the weekend is still only $100 per participant for the full weekend of events..  Disclaimer:  Please note that the fees DOES NOT include Friday evening meal.  For additional information, please feel free to contact Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at dale@longcanescouting.org or calling him at home at (864) 227 - 8464 (between 10am - 8:30 pm).  You can find the 2010 PACCS Brochure here, and the actual registration form here.  Deadline is April 1, 2010.

Annual NYLT training at Camp Old Indian.  The ULTIMATE training program for Boy Scouts!  Limited Space available.  Reserve a space for your Boy Scout now.  Contact Matt Kubler at mkubler@blueridgecouncil.org for additional information.

Staff Weekend.  Camp Old Indian.

Week #1.  Camp Old Indian.

Camp Inspection

Week #2.  Camp Old Indian.

Week #3.  Camp Old Indian.

Do ya reckon that England has a "July 4th" ??

Week #4.  Camp Old Indian.

The Blue Ridge Council Service Center and National Scout Shop will be closed today in observance of this National Holiday.  The Service Center and Scout Shop will re-open, as scheduled on July 6, 2010.

Week #5.  Camp Old Indian.

Week #6.  Camp Old Indian.

Vigil Honor Call Out.  Camp Old Indian.

Week #7.  Camp Old Indian.

July 24 - August 4, 2010 is the date set for the 2010 Centennial National Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill.  This will be in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Scouting and will be the LAST time that the National Jamboree will be held at Fort A.P. Hill.

National Jamboree Telecast: Shining Light Across America.  More information will be posted once it has become available!

Cub Scout Resident Camp / Webelos Resident Camp.  Camp Old Indian.  More more information, please visit the Blue Ridge Council's website at http://www.blueridgecouncil.org

It's time once again to sell Trail's End Popcorn!

Long Cane District's Popcorn Kick-Off meeting.  6:30 pm.  Information TBA.

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer, at 227-0002, ext. 3.  All District Committee members are encouraged to attend these one-hour a month meetings!

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact either Gary Stratton, District Commissioner, at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464.  Please have your Unit Visitation Reports ready to turn in at the meeting! 

PROGRAM HAS ALREADY BEEN PLANNED.  The District Leadership requests that all Scout Troops and their leadership attend this wonderful weekend of fun and adventure!  "AIM TO ATTEND on 3/26 - 3/28/2010."  Due to Scouting restrictions, CUB SCOUTS are NOT permitted to attend this special camporee.

Meeting of the District Executive (Andrew Reale), District Chairman (Isaac Shaffer), and District Commissioner (Gary Stratton) to discuss program planning for the months ahead.

Chapter Meeting.  Machtagen Tulpe Chapter.  6:00 pm, .  Social Hall, Main Street United Methodist Church. All Arrowmen are invited to attend this important meeting.  For more information, please contact OA Chapter Advisor Rick Turner at 543-5386 or elcid78rlt@embarqmail.com

 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.  We will meet in the Social Hall of Main Street United Methodist Church for our monthly Roundtable meeting.  We will have a very special guest leading our exciting program for this month.  Learn more as you  'MEET THE FOUNDER OF THE SCOUTING MOVEMENT: ROBERT BADN-POWELL.'  For additional information, feel free to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer at 227-0002, ext 3, (isaac.shaffer@longcanescouting.org).

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer, at 227-0002, ext. 3.  All District Committee members are encouraged to attend these one-hour a month meetings!

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact either Gary Stratton, District Commissioner, at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464.  Please have your Unit Visitation Reports ready to turn in at the meeting! 

Meeting of the District Executive (Andrew Reale), District Chairman (Isaac Shaffer), and District Commissioner (Gary Stratton) to discuss program planning for the months ahead.

Chapter Meeting.  Machtagen Tulpe Chapter.  6:00 pm, prior to the Roundtable meeting.  Social Hall, Main Street United Methodist Church. For more information, please contact OA Chapter Advisor Rick Turner at 543-5386 or elcid78rlt@embarqmail.com

 :00 pm - 8:00 pm. Main Street United Methodist Church.  Social Hall.

Boy Scouts 100 year Centennial Encampment at Lander University.  A mid-way is planned with live music from a US Military Band to perform Saturday evening.

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer, at 227-0002, ext. 3.  All District Committee members are encouraged to attend these one-hour a month meetings!

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact either Gary Stratton, District Commissioner, at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464.  Please have your Unit Visitation Reports ready to turn in at the meeting!

Meeting of the District Executive (Andrew Reale), District Chairman (Isaac Shaffer), and District Commissioner (Gary Stratton) to discuss program planning for the months ahead.

Chapter Meeting.  Machtagen Tulpe Chapter.  6:00 pm, prior to the Roundtable meeting.  Social Hall, Main Street United Methodist Church. All Arrowmen For more information, please contact OA Chapter Advisor Rick Turner at 543-5386 or elcid78rlt@embarqmail.com

 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Main Street United Methodist Church.  Social Hall.

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer, at 227-0002, ext. 3.  All District Committee members are encouraged to attend these one-hour a month meetings!

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact either Gary Stratton, District Commissioner, at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464.  Please have your Unit Visitation Reports ready to turn in at the meeting!

Meeting of the District Executive (Andrew Reale), District Chairman (Isaac Shaffer), and District Commissioner (Gary Stratton) to discuss program planning for the months ahead.

Chapter Meeting.  Machtagen Tulpe Chapter.  THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED!  6:00 pm, prior to the Roundtable meeting.  Social Hall, Main Street United Methodist Church. All Arrowmen For more information, please contact OA Chapter Advisor Rick Turner at 543-5386 or elcid78rlt@embarqmail.com

 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm.  THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED! 

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED!  

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.   THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Meeting of the District Executive (Andrew Reale), District Chairman (Isaac Shaffer), and District Commissioner (Gary Stratton) to discuss program planning for the months ahead.

Chapter Meeting.  Machtagen Tulpe Chapter.  THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED! 

 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.  ANNUAL PROGRAM KICK-OFF MEETING!  For additional information, feel free to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer at issac.shaffer@longcanescouting.org or phone him at 227-0002, ext. 3, District Executive Andrew Reale at de@longcanescouting.org or phone him at 554-3933, District Commissioner Gary Stratton at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464 or dale@longcanescouting.org.

Long Cane District's Popcorn Kick-Off meeting.  6:30 pm.  Information TBA.

6:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.  For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact District Chairman Isaac Shaffer, at 227-0002, ext. 3.  All District Committee members are encouraged to attend these one-hour a month meetings!

7:00 pm.  202 Montague Avenue.  Palmetto Insurance office.   For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact either Gary Stratton, District Commissioner, at 223-2013, or Assistant District Commissioner Dale Moseley at 227-8464.  Please have your Unit Visitation Reports ready to turn in at the meeting!