The Central Point
Newsletter of Central Region Venturing | BSA
What ’ s new in the Venturing Program ?
June / July Newsletter 2013
Venturing is getting ready to go through some new program changes , after a national taskforce has thoroughly reviewed many aspects of the current program . The new changes are designed to make Venturing easier for new units to understand , and for the youth to get more out of the program . These changes include a new award system and different ideas for adventures . The new system now has a new means of developing leadership skills , focusing on the value of service to others , and more ways to focus on personal growth . Unlike the current awards program , the new Program will be based on four “ pillars ”. The “ pillars ” will stand for adventure , leadership , service , and personal growth .
The adventure pillar will focus on new experiences that will push Venturers to new personal heights . The level of difficulty will depend on the crew and individual in order to obtain new skills and experience . Allowing the Venturing program to continue to fit each individual crew and member ' s needs .
The leadership pillar will focus on developing broad interpersonal leadership skills and applying them to real life . The level of difficulty depends on the individual as it will deal with following , leading , and mentoring .
The service pillar will focus on developing behavior which will lead to an ongoing sense of responsibility . The level of difficulty will depend on both the crew and individual .
The personal growth pillar will focus on the growth in the skills and ethical / moral foundations that will support economic independence , life-long learning , and timeless values . This pillar focuses completely on the individual and helping them advance their own personal skill level .
The Program will be fully implemented beginning in May 2014 . However , you are able to work on the current awards program until December 31 , 2014 . At that point all crews must switch to the new program and awards .
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In This Issue :
Changes to the Venturing Program 1 Changes to the BSA Membership Policy 2 Caption Contest 3 Area 3 Webinars 3 Area 1-5 Pages 4
Area 6-7 Pages 5 Introduction to Leadership Skills for Crews Course 5 President ’ s Corner 6
Venturing Oath : As a Venturer , I promise to do my duty to God and to help strengthen America . To help others , and to seek truth , fairness , and adventure in our world .