It’s that time of year!
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VSSOA Nominations |
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The Great Smoky Mountain Council Venturing & Sea Scouting Officers’ Association is composed of a team of youth officers from the council’s Venturing Crews and Sea Scout Ships and is supported by advisors. The VSSOA is largely responsible for strengthening the Venturing and Sea Scouting in the council, planning events, coordinating Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews training sessions, and more. The VSSOA also carries out service projects for the council. VSSOA provides opportunities for adventure, leadership, personal growth, and service. It also opens the door to service to the VOAs and Sea Scout Quarterdecks of our Council Service Territory and the National level. Nominations for President/Boatswain are due January 26, 2024; nominations for Vice President/Boatswain’s Mate are due February 9, 2024. Click HERE for the nomination form. Email it to April.McMillan@scouting.org. |
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Venturing Leadership Award |
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In order to recognize Venturers and Venturing Advisors who have made exceptional contributions to Venturing and who exemplify the Scout Oath and Law, councils may present individuals with the Venturing Leadership Award. Click HERE for more information. The council awards are selected by a task force of youth and adults from the council. Awards may be presented at the Annual Recognition Banquet. Click HERE for the nomination form; nominations are due January 31, 2024. Email it to April.McMillan@scouting.org. |
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Sea Scout Leadership Award |
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The Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented by councils to Sea Scouts and Sea Scouters who have made exceptional contributions to Sea Scouting and who exemplify the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and the Sea Scout Promise. Click HERE for more information. The council awards are selected by a task force of youth and adults from the council. Awards may be presented at the Annual Recognition Banquet. Click HERE for the nomination form; nominations are due January 31, 2024. Email it to April.McMillan@scouting.org. |
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