Sequoia Council Newsletter

Thank you for everything you do to support Scouting and the young people we serve.

Upcoming Sequoia Council Events

Nov 11: Veterans Day Parade - Sign up at randallgbowers@gmail.com - you just might see some Sequoia Council Staff in the parade!

2027 Dates for Sequoia Council Events

Jan 23: Order of the Arrow Brotherhood Conversion Ceremony - Burris Park

Feb 6: Sequoia Council Annual Recognition & Eagle Scout Dinner

Feb 19-21: Klondike Derby @ Camp Chawanakee

Apr 9-11: Camporall at Castle Air Museum with Greater Yosemite Council

Apr 16-19: Order of the Arrow Brotherhood Conversion Ceremony - Hi-Sierra Conclave

Apr TBD: Sequoia Council Pinewood Derby - Details Coming Soon!

Jul 26-31: National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) - University of Colorado – Boulder, CO

Sept 3-6: Club Chawanakee - New Tiered-Pricing!

Sept 10-12 & 25-26: Wood Badge

Sept 18: Order of the Arrow Brotherhood Conversion Ceremony - Camp Chawanakee

Plan Your Fall Recruitment

Now is the time to schedule your fall recruitment event! Whether you're hosting a Join Scouting Night, Rocket Day, community booth, or another activity, let the council know early so we can provide promotional materials, volunteers, and other support.

Coming soon: A new Membership Resources page at SequoiaCouncil.org will give units a central place to find recruitment tools and promotional materials.

Contact Membership Executive Zach Smith at zachary.smith@scouting.org or call the council office to share your plans.

Help Grow Scouting

Know a school, church, business, or community group that could start a new Scouting unit? We'd love to hear from you. We're also looking for volunteers to serve on the Council Membership Committee.

Contact the council office to learn how you can help bring Scouting to more youth.

Calling All Patch Designers!

Help design the 2027 Sequoia Council Klondike Derby patch! Your design must include 2027, Sequoia Council, the Scouting fleur-de-lis, and a snow and Gold Rush theme.

Send your designs to marketing@sequoiacouncil.org. Hurry—we need your designs soon!

Help Bring the Klondike Derby to Life!

We’re looking for volunteers to help plan and run events at the 2027 Sequoia Council Klondike Derby! Lead an activity station, help with setup, or share your outdoor skills to create a fun, memorable experience for our Scouts.

Interested in helping? Contact the council office to learn how you can get involved.

We've moved! Sequoia Council's official website is now sequoiacouncil.org.

Please update your bookmarks and visit the new site for the latest council news, event registration, camping information, training opportunities, forms, and resources.

New Website: https://sequoiacouncil.org

If you have the previous website saved, be sure to replace it with our new address so you don't miss future updates.

Sequoia Council proudly congratulates these four Scouts on earning the rank of Eagle Scout!

This achievement reflects years of dedication, leadership, and service to others. Thank you to the families, volunteers, and fellow Scouts who supported them along the way.

Congratulations, Eagle Scouts! We look forward to seeing where your next adventures take you.

Want to join Pack 75 in the Veterans Day Parade?

Reach out to Randy at randallgbowers@gmail.com

Dear Scouts and Parents,

Are you ready for the ultimate wilderness adventure? You are cordially invited to join our crew for an unforgettable expedition to the Northern Tier High Adventure Base from July 2nd through July 9th, 2027.

Northern Tier is Scouting America’s oldest national high adventure program, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the pristine wilderness of the Great North Woods. Our crew will embark on a rugged, multi-day canoe camping trek, navigating the beautiful network of lakes, rivers, and portages along the United States and Canadian border.

This expedition will challenge you to develop advanced outdoor skills, build deep bonds of teamwork, and experience the serenity of untouched nature. From catching your own fish and cooking over open campfires to navigating by map and compass, this trip promises to be a defining highlight of your Scouting journey.

Trip Details:

• Destination: Northern Tier High Adventure Base (Ely, Minnesota)

• Dates: July 2nd – July 9th, 2027

• Eligibility: Scouts must meet Scouting America’s age and physical fitness requirements for high adventure bases, including passing the BSA Swimmer Test.

An adventure of this scale requires thorough preparation, physical conditioning, and early planning. We will be holding an initial information and interest meeting in the coming weeks to discuss the itinerary, estimated costs, fundraising opportunities, and training schedule.

Spaces are strictly limited by base regulations, so crew slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please let us know if you are interested in joining this epic adventure or if you have any immediate questions. We hope to see you on the water!

Yours in Scouting,

Shawn Thomure

pinewoodgarage@gmail.com

Celebrate your service while helping military families begin their own Scouting journey. The Military Service Knot is a meaningful recognition of those who have served and a powerful way to support the families standing beside them.

We are available to do a popup store at your event or meeting, call 559-436-1339 or email Fresnoscoutshop@scouting.org with question or to schedule a popup visit.

Thank you

Jason Bales | Store Manager

Scout Store hours:

Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Find them on Facebook (click the link) - FRESNO SCOUT SHOP FACEBOOK PAGE

Do you have something you'd like to promote in the newsletter? Email us at Marketing@SequoiaCouncil.org to have your event or story featured.

If you need to email a question, concern, or award documents to the Council, please use the appropriate contact below:

• Advancement@sequoiacouncil.org – For advancement-related questions, award sigs, etc.
• CampChawanakee@sequoiacouncil.org – For questions or concerns about Chawanakee.
• Marketing@sequoiacouncil.org – For promoting your event, unit, or other marketing inquiries.
• Membership@sequoiacouncil.org – For general membership inquiries (youth and adult).
• Recharter@sequoiacouncil.org – For questions or concerns regarding rechartering.

• All other inquires email brian.shervem@scouting.org

Please direct your inquiries to the appropriate email to ensure prompt assistance.