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Dates to Note:
February 9, 2008 - Scout Shabbat
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February 20 - 22, 2008 - NJCOS Winter Meeting, BSA Florida Seabase, Islamorada, FL (Florida Keys)
March 9, 2008 - Central Region JCOS Chairs' Conference, St. Louis, MO
More >>>
March 30, 2008 - Northeast Region JCOS
Conference, Philadelphia, PA More >>>
May 16 - 18, 2008 - New Jersey/Northeast Cub Scout Kinus, Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco, Blairstown, NJ More >>>
May 21, 2008 - NJCOS Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA
May 23 - 26, 2008 - New Jersey/Northeast Boy Scout Kinus, Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco, Blairstown, NJ More >>>
July 6 - 11, 2008 - Shabbat Friendly
NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training)
Los Angeles, CA More >>>
July 13 - 18, 2008 - Shabbat Friendly
Wood Badge, Los Angeles, CA More >>>
July 27 - August 2, 2008 - "Scouting Serves the Jewish Community" Training Course, Philmont Scout Ranch, Cimarron, NM
More >>>
New Units Sponsored by Jewish Organizations in Central Region -
Allen Olender, Vice Chair of National Relationships has announced that the Detroit Area JCOS has chartered a new Cub Scout Pack to Congregation B'nai Moshe in West Bloomfield, MI.
The pack is in addition to two new Scout units chartered earlier this year by Jewish organizations. They include Venturing Crew 18 chartered to the Jewish War Veterans - Department of Michigan and Cub Scout Pack 613 chartered to Friendship Circle, a program of Chabad Lubavich.
2008 Northeast Region JCOS Conference - Philadelphia, PA
March 30, 2008
The Cradle of Liberty Council's Jewish Committee on Scouting is preparing to host the 21st NER JCOS Conference that will energize and encourage all participants to return to their respective units and Jewish Committees and revitalize Jewish Scouting throughout the Region.
Philadelphia was chosen for the 2008 conference site because of its location and access to the Northeast Corridor rail system and Interstate highways. Baltimore hosted the 2007 event and Northern New Jersey hosted the 2006 and prior events.
A wide range of hotels and other housing is located near the site of the Conference for those desiring to travel to the Philadelphia
area to take in its many historic and cultural sites. There are also kosher restaurants nearby that are easily accessible.
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2008 Western Region Shabbat Friendly
Leadership Training Courses -
Los Angeles, CA
The Western Los Angeles County
Council's Jewish Committee on Scouting has announced two Shabbat friendly leadership training courses. The Wood Badge and NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) courses will be offered in July of 2008. More >>>
New Units Sponsored by Jewish Organizations in Northeast Region -
Congratulations to the 6 new units (4 packs and 2 troops) chartered by Jewish organizations so far in 2007! These units are in addition to the 10 new units formed in 2006 and 5 units in 2005. This makes 21 new units chartered to Jewish organizations since 2005!
The Jewish Community Center of Syracuse, NY is the latest Jewish organization to sponsor a new unit. Congratulations to Bruce Nelson, Josh Nelson, and the entire Hiawatha-Seaway Council!
Pack 40, Syracuse, NY
Jewish Community Center of Syracuse
Pack TBD, Englewood, NJ
Congregation Ahavath Torah
Pack 72, Manhattan, NY
Mesivtah Tiferes Jerusalem (MTJ)
Pack 1391, Scotch Plains, NJ
Jewish Community Center of Central NJ
Troop 18, Flanders, NJ
Temple Hatikvah
Troop 72, Manhattan, NY
Mesivtah Tiferes Jerusalem (MTJ)
Northeast Region JCOS Announces Appointments
Northeast Region JCOS Chair Jeff Goldsmith has announced the appointments of David J. Talbot as the NERJCOS Area 2 & Metros Representative, Arnie Rubenstein as NERJCOS Area 3 & Metros Representative, Dave Friedman as NERJCOS Promotions Liaison and Bruce Nelson as NERJCOS Webmaster.
David Talbot is the immediate past president of the Westchester-Putnam Council and a member of the Northeast Region's Area 2 committee. He can be contacted at NERJCOSArea2 -AT- JewishScouting -DOT- org.
Arnie Rubenstein is the Vice President of Administration for the Hiawatha Seaway Council and a long time Scoutmaster. He can be contacted at NERJCOSArea3 -AT-JewishScouting -DOT- org.
Dave Friedman most recently served as NERJCOS Area 4 Representative. In his new position, he will serve as the NERJCOS liaison to the National JCOS Chairman's Conference and as promotions liaison for the NERJCOS Confrerence both to be held in Philadelphia. He can be contacted at NERJCOSPromotions -AT-JewishScouting -DOT- org.
Bruce Nelson most recently served as NERJCOS Area 3 Representative. In his new position, he will serve as the NERJCOS Webmaster for the National JCOS web page. He can be contacted at NERJCOSWebmaster -AT-JewishScouting -DOT- org.
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SCOUT SHABBAT
This coming February marks the 98th anniversary of Scouting in the United States. To help commemorate the founding of Scouting and the twelfth point of the Scout Law ("Reverent"), February 9th has been designated as Scout Shabbat. The NJCOS has patches available to commemorate this year's anniversary. Check with your local council's Jewish Committee on Scouting to find out where they will be holding services. For additional Program Helps Click Here.
The cost will range between $3.00 and $3.50 per patch and pricing will be finalized by January 4. A digital image will also be available at that time.
Patches may be ordered by sending a note indicating the number of patches and where the patches should be sent. Include a check payable to: "BSA" and mail to: BSA, Relationships Division-Linda Burns S326, PO Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079.
To see NJCOS Scout Shabbat patches from past years, Click Here. If you have a patch that's not on this page, please send a 72 dpi scan to the Webmaster (see address to the right).
Regional Conferences Announced
Jim Grossman, NJCOS Vice Chair of Leadership Development, has announced that the Chairman's Conference originally scheduled for March 30 & 31 will now be hosted regionally as one-day events in the Central and Northeast Regions.
Central Region JCOS Chair Cheryl Baraty has announced that their conference will be held on Sunday, March 9 in St. Louis at Congregation Shaare Zedek from 9-5 for local JCOS Chairs, Assistant Chairs, and those who are interested in becoming involved in local Jewish Committees on Scouting. Discounted hotel rates will be available. For additional information,
Click Here.
Jeff Goldsmith, Northeast Region JCOS Chair, has announced that the Northeast Region's 26th annual JCOS Conference will be held in Philadelphia on Sunday, March 30, 2008. The Conference will be held on the Center City campus of the University of Pennsylvania. This year's conference will have new seminars, course offerings, and a diverse exhibitor and display area. A brand new course track will be offered that is specifically designed for Council Professionals having roles in Jewish Scouting, Membership, and New Units. Special sessions and activities for local Council JCOS Chairs will also be offered. The location is close to major transportation hubs including Amtrak, the airport, and many major interstate highways. Early registration incentives are being offered, so sign up now! For additional information, Click Here.
Newest JCOS Chairs
Jerrold Lockshin, Past NJCOS Chairman, has announced the appointment of four new local JCOS Chairs. They are:
Lori Isack, Rainbow Council, IL
David Sellen, Las Vegas Area Council, NV
Scott Shmikler, Northern Star Council, MN
David A. Zinder, Grand Canyon Council, AZ
Eagle Scout Scholarships
Jay Schnapp, NJCOS Chair of the Scholarship Committee, recently announced that the scholarship application, instructions, and selection process have been simplified for 2008.
Each year, the NJCOS awards five scholarships totaling $7,000 to Jewish Eagle Scouts who have earned the Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblems. Some of the scholarships are based on financial need and others are not.
Applicants should avoid using the old forms (BSA Stock #15-253B). Recipients of the awards will be announced in May. Information on how to apply may be found on the right side of this web page in the Scholarships section.
2007 World Jamboree
The 21st World Jamboree was held in London on July 27 - August 8. The National Jewish Committee on Scouting was represented along with other Jewish National Representatives from around the world. They worked in the Faith Zone of the Jamboree.
Click here to read blogs from Jewish Scouts attending the World Jamboree and to see pictures that they've posted.
The NJCOS has become a founding member of the International Forum of Jewish Scouts (IFJS). To visit the IFJS website click here
Philmont Scout Ranch
Follow Philmont Chaplain Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman's Blog. Enjoy "Rabbi Rock's" reflections on spirituality and nature at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, NM
Click here >>>
P.R.A.Y. Announces Revised Fees for NJCOS Emblems and Awards:
The NJCOS, like other religious groups that offer Scouts and Scouters religious emblems and awards, uses the P.R.A.Y. (Programs of Religious Activities with Youth) organization as a clearinghouse for processing applications and distributing its medals. Due to the recent postal increase, P.R.A.Y. has revised its fees as noted below. The base cost of the emblems and awards remains unchanged. Please use these fee schedules and the appropriate applications instead of those shown on the individual award and medal forms.
Cost of emblems/awards:
Maccabee Emblem $11.00
Aleph Emblem $11.00
Ner Tamid Emblem $11.00
Etz Chaim Award $11.00
Shofar Award $36.00
(plus shipping & handling)
YOU MUST DOWNLOAD THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION (AND OBTAIN THE APPROPRIATE SIGNATURES) WHICH SHOULD BE SENT TO P.R.A.Y. ALONG WITH THE REQUIRED FEES.
Maccabee Application
Aleph Application
Ner Tamid Application
Etz Chaim Application
Shofar Application
TZOFIM Scout Caravan:
There were three caravans during the summer of 2007! More >>>
Looking for Religious Emblems for Cubs, Scouts, and Venturers?
NOTE: SEE THE NEW FEE SCHEDULES AND LINKS TO THE NEW APPLICATIONS AT THE TOP OF THIS COLUMN !!
Click here for the requirements for:
Maccabee Emblem
(Grades 1-3) Tigers / Cub Scouts
Aleph Emblem
(Grades 3-5) Cub Scouts
Ner Tamid Emblem
(Grades 6-9) Scouts / Venturers
Etz Chaim Award
(Scouts Ages 14-17)
(Venturers Ages 14-20)
Adult Recognition
Congratulations to those adults that have received National, Regional, and Council awards recently:
Silver Buffalo
Rabbi Peter E. Hyman, Broomall, PA
Silver Antelope
Jay Lenrow, Baltimore, MD
Caren Tamken, San Diego, CA
Steven Altchuler, MD, Rochester, MN
Silver Beaver
Paul L. Schwartz
San Gabriel Valley Council, CA
Ted Snyder
Greater Yosemite Council, CA
Earl Binder
Greater St. Louis Council, MO
Kim Queen
Milwaukee County Council, WI
Order of the Arrow - Vigil Honor
Paul Kramer, Baltimore Area Council, MD
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Award
Jay Schnapp, Boston, MA
Shofar Award
Steve Blechman
Sam Houston Area Council, TX
Mark Finkelstein
Greater Niagra Frontier Council, NY
Bruce Garfinkle
Sam Houston Area Council, TX
Brian Goldstein
Greater Niagra Frontier Council, NY
George Mattiuzzi
Sam Houston Area Council, TX
Norman Neskar
Sam Houston Area Council, TX
Louis Schwartz
North Florida Council
Brad Todes
Bay Area Council, TX
Wayne Vincent
Sam Houston Area Council, TX
These awards recognize contributions that our members are making in the overall Scouting Community.
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