Seneca
Seneca District serves northeast Jefferson county in Kentucky including the following areas: Anchorage, Brownsboro Road, Butchertown, Crescent Hill, Clifton, Westport Road, Lyndon, Middletown, Prospect and St. Matthews.
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During this time of social distancing, Scouting continues! Visit our new website section SCOUTING AT HOME!
A 2019 Journey to Excellence GOLD District!
| Position | Name | |
| District Director | Donnie Helstern | Donnie.helstern@scouting.org 502.526.3904 |
| District Chair | Bob Hausladen | robert@hausladen.us |
| District Commissioner | David Todd | scoutingoutdoors@hotmail.com |
| Asst. District Commissioner | Alan Crosby | crosbywa@gmail.com |
| District Membership Chair | Mark Norman | Mark.norman@12pointssolutions.com |
| 2020 FOS Chair | Richard Ribar | raribar@gmail.com |
| 2020 District Dinner Chair | Amy Zehnder | amyjo269@att.net |
| District Program Chair | Vacant | Vacant |
| 2020 Day Camp Director | Marilyn Thomas | mtlope@aol.com |
| District Training Chair | Rob Hawkins | smbsa327@gmail.com |
| District Eagle BOR Chair | Steve Amsler | steveam@ulh.org |
| Venturing Summit Awards | Rex Ricker | kentuckyscouter@gmail.com |
| Merit Badge Counselor Coordinator | Mike Harlan | mikeharlan.40222@gmail.com |
| Roundtable Commissioner | Sandy Todd | frmnr2ht@gmail.com |
| District Meetings (open to all volunteers) | Time | Location | |
| District Committee Meeting | 1st Tuesday of the month | 6:30pm | Sam Swope Scout Center, 12001 Sycamore Station Place, Louisville KY., 40299 |
| Roundtable | 2nd Wednesday of the month | 6:30 pm | Sam Swope Scout Center, 12001 Sycamore Station Place, Louisville KY., 40299 |
| District Commissioner Meeting | 3rd Wednesday of the month | 7:00 pm | McAlister’s, 4002 Towne Center Drive, Louisville KY., 40241 |
As of now, all meetings have moved to a digital platform. Those expected to attend these meetings will receive an invite. As always, these meetings are open to any and all adult volunteers. If you would like to attend digitally with us, please contact Donnie Helstern, donnie.helstern@scouting.org, for the link.
Training
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BALOO Training (Cub Scouts)
| Course | Date | Location | Contact |
| 3 | 8/28-29/2020 | Pfeffer Scout Reservation | |
| 4 | 8/28-29/2020 | Harry S Frazier Jr Scout Reservation |
IOLS (Scouts BSA)
| Course | Date | Location | Contact |
| 3 | 8/28-29/2020 | Pfeffer Scout Reservation | |
| 4 | 8/28-29/2020 | Harry S Frazier Jr Scout Reservation |
| NYLT Winter | 12/27/2020 – 1/1/2021 | Harry S Frazier Jr Scout Reservation, Camp Crooked Creek | More Info |
Activities
| District Pinewood Derby | POSTPONED | Quest Outdoors | Race Guide |
2020 Camp Cards
Due to current events, the 2020 Camp Card sale has been extended! The new deadline is July 24th. More information is available in the links below.
Camp Cards are designed to help units and their members earn their way to a Cub Day Camp, Cub & Webelos Overnight Camp, Summer Camp, High Adventure Bases, Winter Camp, National Youth Leadership Training, you name it!
Camp Cards are RISK FREE! (return any unsold cards) Scouts sell these in the spring to generate funds in preparation for Summer Camping and Programming experiences!
Camp Cards relieve the pressure for units to hold multiple fundraisers. Camp Cards provide your Scouts and Unit with a great product at an even greater price point! We are confident that your Scouts and leadership will have no trouble selling this year’s Camp Cards! The cards sell for just $5.00 and the unit keeps $2.50 for every card sold.
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WHAT IS DAY CAMP?
Day Camp is the premier summer activity for Cub Scouts! It is a week-long experience for all registered Cub Scouts K thru 5th grades. Day Camp is where Cub Scouts can shoot BB guns, bows and arrows, learn about nature, do leather work and crafts, play games, sing songs, and many more activities. Leaders and Scouts alike have a great time!
WHAT ABOUT ADULT LEADERSHIP?
Pack Leadership & parents are encouraged to participate! There is fun for everyone! All Lion Cubs(kindergarten) and Tiger Cubs (1st Grade) must be accompanied by an adult. Packs may be required to provide adult leadership and will be notified if necessary. No adults pay a fee to attend!
Adults who plan to spend five days at camp, and whose application is received two weeks before camp starts, will receive a free t-shirt.
WHAT ABOUT YOUNGER CHILDREN?
A special area called the Lil’ Buddy Camp is available for younger children of adults who are serving as Den Walkers and Staff members. Parents must be at Camp for their child to attend. A nominal fee of $25 covers the entire week or any combination of days. Snacks, a t-Shirt, and activities will be provided. Children must be potty-trained. These children should also bring a sack lunch. You are required to pre-register your Lil’ Buddy.
HOW MUCH DOES THE SENECA DAY CAMP COST?
Seneca Cub Scout Day Camp is $110. This fee includes a t-shirt, cup, patch, snacks, crafts, supplies and all the fun possible! Register by May 2nd and receive a $10 discount!
(A late fee of $20 will be charged for all applications received within 3 weeks of the start of camp.)
Open District Positions
Attention all Seneca Scouters! What an exciting time to be a Scout in the Lincoln Heritage Council! With so many great events planned in the district, it’s no question that Scouting is alive and thriving in the city of Louisville! From Cub-o-Rees, to camp cards and from Pinewood Derby’s to Day camp there is something for everyone! All of our events are managed and staffed by volunteers serving behind the scenes to ensure that our scouts have the best program possible. If you or someone you know is looking to get involved on the district level and would like to help volunteer their time and talent please contact Donnie Helstern, Donnie.helstern@scouting.org, Bob Hausladen, robert@hausladen.us, or David Todd, scoutingoutdoors@hotmail.com to discuss our open positions and where we could use some help! This person can be currently registered with the BSA or an influential member of your community that would like to get involved!