B o y S c o u t S o f A m e r i c A

2o12 National Annual Meetingmay 30–June 1, 2012

Continuing Our Journey

Continuing Our JourneyOn behalf of the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America, we invite you to attend the 2012 National Annual Meeting scheduled for May 30–June 1 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. The theme is Continuing Our Journey.

In 2011, as the BSA entered its second century of Scouting, we focused on the Main Thing—serving more young people with a quality Scouting experience. We launched Journey to Excellence, which provides a clear path forward.

We hope you will be able to join us at the 2012 meeting as together we continue along this path.

rex W. tillerson tico H. Perez robert J. mazzuca NATIONAl PRESIdENT NATIONAl COMMISSIONER ChIEF SCOuT ExECuTIvE

A Special Invitation

Continuing Our Journey

The Gaylord Palms hotel & Convention Center is centrally located in Kissimmee, Florida, just 20 minutes from the Orlando International Airport. With its stunning Spanish Renaissance architecture, this hotel allows you to experience the mysterious waters of the Everglades, the historic old-world charm of St. Augustine, and the island spirit of Key West in one extraordinary place. Go to www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylord-palms for more information about this stunning hotel.

The negotiated conference rate for attendees of the 2012 National Annual

Meeting is $179 for single/double occupancy, plus applicable taxes, which are currently 14 percent. This rate is good, on a space-available basis, beginning Thursday, May 24, through Tuesday, June 5. The cutoff date for making a reservation is Saturday, May 5, 2012.

To make a reservation, call 407-586-2000 and ask for the Boy Scouts of America Annual Meeting rate, or provide the group code of A-BS512. Be sure to get a confirmation number! It is also helpful to get the name of the person taking your reservation.

Airfare discounts are available through the BSA Travel Service. Call toll-free, 800-444-2697, and the BSA travel experts will be happy to help!

Ground transportation from the Orlando International Airport is available through Mears Transportation. Go to https://secure.mearstransportation.com/default.asp?referrer/417353061 to make your reservations. If using the shared ride option, a discount is automatically applied to attendees of the Boy Scouts meeting.

Self-parking is available for guests of the hotel at a rate of $13 per day and valet for $20 per day with in/out privileges.

Planning Your Trip

Conference Overviewtuesday, may 293–9 p.m. Registration and banquet

ticket exchange

Wednesday, may 306 a.m. SCOuTStrong™ 5K Fun Run/Walk

8–11 a.m. Spouse hospitality

8 a.m.–8 p.m. Registration and banquet ticket exchange

8 a.m.–4 p.m. All-Markets Strategy Summit

9 a.m.–6 p.m. Exhibits

6:30–9:30 p.m. National Executive Board and Advisory Council dinner

thursday, may 317 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration and banquet

ticket exchange

7:30–9 a.m. duty to God Breakfast

8–11 a.m. Spouse hospitality

9 a.m.–6 p.m. Exhibits

9:30–11 a.m. National Annual Business Meeting

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Central Region lunch with Silver Antelope Awards

thursday, may 31 (continued)

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Southern Region lunch with Silver Antelope Awards

2–4:30 p.m. General interest electives

4–5:30 p.m. National Executive Board meeting

6–7 p.m. Silver Buffalo and Silver Antelope reception

friday, June 17 a.m.–2 p.m. Registration

7 a.m.–noon Banquet ticket exchange

7:30–9 a.m. Americanism Breakfast

8–11 a.m. Spouse hospitality

9 a.m.–2 p.m. Exhibits

9:30–11 a.m. General Session

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Northeast Region lunch with Silver Antelope Awards

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Western Region lunch with Silver Antelope Awards

2–4:30 p.m. General interest electives

6:30–9:30 p.m. National Council Recognition dinner with Silver Buffalo Awards

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The conference registration fee for the 2012 National Annual Meeting is $290. If you register prior to midnight (Pacific time) Sunday, May 6, you will receive the early-bird rate of $240. Those who have completed their registration will receive a confirmation via email. If you do not receive a confirmation, there is a problem with your registration. Contact the officeof.meetingmanagement@ scouting.org with questions.

All meal functions and optional activities can be selected on the registration form. All attendees must be registered and have a name badge in order to participate in conference events (meals, exhibits, electives, tours). Exceptions are family members and guests of Silver Antelopes and Silver Buffalos who wish to attend the award presentations only. Those guests must purchase a ticket to the lunch or dinner. A registration fee is not necessary.

Spouses and guests (age 12 and older) must also be registered and have a name badge to participate in conference activities. The registration fee is $140 and includes a name badge; continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; entry into exhibits; and a conference

memento. A youth fee of $75 is required for children ages 6-11 who plan to participate in conference activities. This fee includes a name badge; continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; and entry into exhibits. Children six and younger are not required to pay a registration fee; however, if requiring a seat at a meal or on a tour, a ticket to the event must be purchased.

Menus have been developed to satisfy the majority of attendees. Anyone requiring a special meal due to dietary restrictions should indicate so on the registration form. The BSA and Gaylord Palms will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

National Council Recognition dinner vouchers will be included in the packets of those who purchase them. These vouchers must be exchanged before noon on Friday for a table assignment. The banquet voucher exchange desk will be open during regular registration hours until noon on Friday.

If you have plans for a group to sit together, we recommend one of two ways to accomplish this:

option A: One person purchases all vouchers on their registration form. Individuals then reimburse that person.

option B: use the BSA voucher pull assistance. Requests must be received no later than midnight Sunday, May 13. Requests should be submitted via email to leslie.ryan@scouting.org and should include the name of the person requesting the vouchers, including phone number and email address so that we may reach you in the event we have questions.

Also include a list of those people who have purchased vouchers that you would like included in your packet. IMPORTANT! Please be sure the people you are requesting definitely plan to attend and have already purchased a voucher.

Cancellations and/or refunds will be issued upon receipt of written notification no later than midnight Sunday, May 13. Refund requests may be sent via fax to 972-580-7841 or by email to officeof.meetingmanagement@scouting.org. Any refunds after this time will be given on a case-by-case basis.

direct registration questions to officeof.meetingmanagement@scouting.org.

The All-Markets Strategy Summit will focus on sharing best-of-the-best practices and strategies to serve all markets in every community. Key council staff and volunteers committed to delivering Scouting to diverse communities within their councils are invited to this all-day event on Wednesday, May 30.

Participants will hear from successful volunteers and professionals on serving all markets, best practices in membership recruitment, volunteer engagement, fundraising, personnel hiring and retention, interaction with your colleagues, and developing your All-Markets Strategy plan. In addition to interactive planning sessions with subject matter experts,

the session will provide practical strategies any council can implement upon returning from the national meeting. There is a $35 fee to attend, which covers the cost of lunch and meeting materials.

All-Markets Strategy Summit

Planning, cont’d.

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The Chief Scout Executive invites runners, walkers, and anyone interested in having fun to join him for the National Annual Meeting SCOuTStrong™ 5K Fun Run/Walk. Your participation shows that the

BSA leads by example, promoting healthy living to younger generations. The event is at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 30, on the resort property. There is no cost to enter, but participants must check the box on

the registration form indicating participation. More information will be distributed at a later date.

SCOUTStrong™ 5K Fun Run/Walk

BSA President Rex Tillerson will preside at this core event, where nominating resolutions and treasurer reports are presented and updates on key initiatives are shared. There will be a salute to

Sea Scouts, the 100th anniversary of the Eagle Scout Award, and a presentation about the lifelong impact achieving Eagle can have. We’ll look at how local and national leadership have worked the

last several years to make sure the BSA is on solid footing for the next 100 years. It will be a full, action-packed meeting.

National Annual Business Meeting

Duty to God BreakfastThe duty to God Breakfast is a long- standing tradition at the National Annual Meeting. Scouting founder lord Robert Baden-Powell said “No man can be really good if he doesn’t believe in God and he doesn’t follow his laws. This is why all Scouts must have a religion.”

This year will be a celebration of faith, and our theme is “A Scout Is Friendly.” This event will include a full program with presentation of youth awards representing various faith groups. Also, a religious-music artist will perform a number of entertaining songs to start the day off in a positive way.

Please join us for this outstanding event. We guarantee that you will leave energized.

Tickets to the duty to God Breakfast are $37. You may include this in your registration.

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Continuing Our Journey

General Interest Electives101: 10 Steps to Continuous Improvement

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

The 10 Steps to Continuous Improvement skill set is a process that provides a methodology to help local councils achieve an improved performance for specific criterion within the Journey to Excellence that will ultimately change the youth experience.

302: 10 Steps to Marketing Effectiveness!

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Create a compelling and exciting local market presence! This elective will highlight available tools and resources to make your marketing efforts sizzle! learn about the Marketing Toolbox, Brand on demand, the Best Practices Portal, Marketing News, Marketing’s Menu of Services, Communications Plans, and the 10 Steps to Marketing Effectiveness.

303: Advanced E-Funding Strategies 102

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Explore the concept of donation type merchandizing, use of search engine optimization (SEO), and direct marketing to e-lists. This program also covers affiliates programs, limited duration campaigns, and replacing direct mail. learn how to put Social Media Integration (SMI) strategies including Facebook, Twitter, etc., into effective action.

204: Aligning your Council’s Strategic Plan with Council JTE Priorities

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

A council’s strategic plan should be driving all business decisions. This elective will provide real examples of how to create alignment between the council’s three- to five-year goals and current JTE objectives.

205: Big Ask Strategies for Second Century Society Donors

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

learn how to work collaboratively with the BSA Foundation to develop and execute gift strategies for major donors in true partnership. learn the components of a successful major gift ask and the type of donors the Foundation can assist you with.

106: Building Stronger Units Through Relationships

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

This elective will bring a panel of volunteers and professionals from across the country who share their success in building long-lasting, sustainable units in the various environments of both large and small councils. The elective will also identify the latest membership resources on new unit development and specific initiatives that are being implemented in the area of commissioner service and relationships.

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Continuing Our Journey 307: Camp Cards—What Are They? Is it an income source that is right for our council?

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Several councils have launched a product sale program related to Camp Cards. Recently, there have been changes to the BSA regulations related to these kinds of programs, while some councils have already had success with programs. learn what it is and how the sale of Camp Cards could enhance your council’s income stream.

Commissioner’s Role in Using VOS and JTE to Improve Unit Programming

208, Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.408, Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

The voice of the Scout will provide insight as to how our stakeholders value the program at all levels. Participants will learn the role of the commissioner in vOS and how to translate feedback into requests for services and mentoring opportunities.

209: Effective Donor Cultivation Events

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

how do you build and keep strong relationships with your donors? donor retention is far more cost-effective than donor acquisition. Every council should be hosting donor cultivation events every year to establish new relationships and strengthen those that already exist. The best methods for creating effective and meaningful events that will move your donors to greater levels will be explored.

210: Engaging and Empowering Alumni in Your Council

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

This elective will cover the strategies of the Scouting Alumni Association and the National Eagle Scout Association and how councils can best take advantage of the opportunities they provide for volunteer manpower and donors.

311: Financial Statements From Our New Fiscals System—What’s New and How Do You Read Them?

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

New fiscals software will be in use by local councils this year. With the new software comes enhanced financial statement formats to enhance the transparency of local council financial health. learn what is new and how your council can gain the most from its financial statements.

112: Open to Key 3’s Only: A Conversation with the National Key 3

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

This session is open only to council, area, and regional presidents, presidents-elect, commissioners, and Scout executives, area directors, and regional directors. Key 3 members are encouraged to participate in this conversation with our national Key 3 to share thoughts and ideas on national plans and initiatives in support of local councils. Note: For the benefit of all meeting participants, national Key 3 will also speak at general sessions and meals during the national annual meeting.

413: Getting the Most out of Your Financially Sustainable Council Plan

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Since 2005, the National Council staff has facilitated Financially Sustainable Council Plans with more than 200 local councils. learn from those councils that have had great success in implementing the recommendations and made changes within their council operations that have resulted in improvements to the council’s financial health.

114: How Diverse is Your Council’s Income?

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

Councils continue to explore new income sources in order to meet their service needs. has your council examined its income diversity? These include self-generated versus member-generated; direct support versus indirect support; special events as a percent of direct support; etc. understand the trends throughout the movement and the not-for-profit sector and risks associated with the varying models that councils are practicing.

115: National Membership Recruitment Campaign 2012–2013

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

This elective will introduce the new national campaign for Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and venturing recruitment. This new campaign proves that the memorable moments associated with earning a badge—hiking a trail, camping, hanging out with friends—are an invaluable part of the journey to being Prepared. For life.™ local councils will have the opportunity to review some of the campaign resources, which include print ads, web banners, yard signs, billboards, posters, door hangers, bookmarks, postcards, and radio and Tv PSAs.

Implementing 2013 New Camp Standards

216, Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.416, Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

This session will help local councils implement camp standards in 2013 and beyond. The new standards offer new systems and metrics for every level of BSA camping from day camp to high adventure programs. This interactive session will guide participants through the entire process from application to authorization and the all important on-site assessment.

317: Improve JTE Scores for Units, Districts and Councils—for All the Right Reasons

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Journey to Excellence is more than just the score, but more so about providing process and program enhancements that cause a council’s score to grow. discover some of the “best practices” from councils that have made significant progress by concentrating on a couple of key items that make the biggest difference in the life of a Scout.

418: Interpreting VOS Information

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

The vOS dashboard provides rich and valuable quantitive and qualitative information for councils. listening through surveys is the first step. This session will help participants interpret and understand what the data is telling them so they can learn and act.

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419: Is Your Council SCOUTStrong™?

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

SCOuTStrong™ is a national initiative to ensure that we are living the Scout Oath “to keep myself physically strong. “With more than 40 percent of our youth and 77 percent of our adult leaders who applied for the 2010 National Scout Jamboree not meeting the Body Mass Index (BMI) requirements, it is time for us to rededicate ourselves to living this part of the Scout Oath. Come learn more about this initiative and how you and your council can get involved to become SCOuTStrong™.

420: It Counts! Ramp Up Your Community Service Efforts to Increase Your Scores!   

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Increase your Journey to Excellence “Community Service” scores through three new initiatives: Messengers of Peace, Adopt-a-School, and America’s honor Card. As great new ways of serving your community, these programs will help you sell to unit leaders the value of community service . . . and the value of logging service hours. learn about the programs and the template resource materials available, and hear from councils about how they plan to use these programs to drive their scores higher!

321: Learn How National Relationships Are Designed to Provide Council Support

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

learn how the National development Office manages national partnerships and alliances designed to further our movement’s strategic goals and provide local council support.

422: Making Use of Your Council’s Board Assessment

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Now that you’ve completed your board self-assessment, what’s the next step? Participants will learn the best methods in interpreting their assessment results and discuss ways to formulate a council plan of action based upon the assessment results.

223: Managing Endowment Investments

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

It is the responsibility of BSA’s local councils to invest their endowment assets in a manner that will provide competitive returns, yet satisfy the requirement that investment decisions be made in accordance with the applicable fiduciary standards. The BSA has created an investment vehicle designed to allow local councils to take advantage of the purchasing power provided by the $1.8 billion in the National Council’s investment assets. BSA Asset Management, llC (BSAAM) is structured with the BSA as the sole member (owner). Investment interests are offered through the BSA Commingled Endowment Fund, lP with BSAAM as the general partner. local councils that have joined the partnership will receive an update on BSAAM, including recent performance; and councils considering participation will receive an overview of the program.

224: Messengers of Peace

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Messengers of Peace is a new and exciting global service project program carried out by Scouts throughout the world. The BSA challenges Scouts and leaders to demonstrate their service spirit by making a real impact on the quality of life in their local communities and on global peace. Find out how councils can guide Scouts and leaders to be Messengers of Peace through Journey to Excellence, program activities, advancement, Order of the Arrow, etc. More information about international programs and opportunities is available from the International department.

125: Model Wills Seminar

Thursday, 2–3 p.m. 

Who will take charge of distributing your estate—your state or federal government or someone you choose, following your instructions? Councils can provide a great service to their volunteers and Scouting families by offering wills seminars throughout the year in different venues for different audiences. This will be a wills seminar that will educate individuals on the importance of planning for the future of their estates and the

potential impact on children, heirs, charity, and themselves prior to their departure. This will provide a model presentation that you can take home and offer in your council.

126: Navigating the New Guide to Advancement 

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

With the new section and topic numbering system in the new Guide to Advancement, it’s easy to find what you are looking for, but we will plumb the depths, clear the fog, and cite specifics regarding rationale and reasoning. learn, too, how proper use of the procedures outlined in the guide can contribute to increases in advancement and success in the Journey to Excellence. Be prepared with your questions; this will be the place to get the answers.

127: New Fundraising Software— What Does It Mean for Me?

Thursday, 2–3 p.m.

later this year, the National Council will provide local councils new software to support their fundraising (development) efforts. Blackbaud, an industry leader in not-for-profit software, has partnered with the BSA to provide this resource to local councils. learn the benefits of this new system and how it can propel your council’s development effort to new heights.

228: Presentation Pitfalls

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Conquer your fear of public speaking. learn how to share a compelling Scouting story when interacting with your external and internal audiences. Techniques include how to adjust your presentation to hold your audience’s attention. This important presentation is brought to you by the volunteer Training Team, Center for Professional development, and the Internal Communications Team.

429: Scout Executive Performance Evaluation

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

how does a council president fairly evaluate a Scout executive? Is it based upon how much the board likes the SE or upon business

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savvy and true performance? What’s the responsibility of the president to help the SE succeed? Join us at this session to learn how to take the emotion out of performance reviews for Scout executives and ensure that your council is performing at the highest possible level of performance and yet in a manner that is fair to everyone.

330: Sea Scouts Impact on Membership Retention and Program Support

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Share the Sea Scout program and its emphasis on membership growth and retention, its planned 100th anniversary celebration activities, and content of its new website to support local councils in their delivery of a quality Sea Scout program. Share best practices on how to support ships in improving their score and qualifying for the Journey to Excellence award. discuss the continuum of training available to youth and adult leaders. discuss how the Sea Scout program is integrating the goals and objectives of the National Strategic Plan into program delivery of growth.

431: Social Media . . . the Next Employee Relations Battleground

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

This presentation explains the BSA’s social media policy and compliance with the National labor Relations Board. Councils will learn the importance of employee education, best practices for social media use, and how to handle “tweets from twits.”

STEM/NOVA Implementation in Your Council

132, Thursday, 2–3 p.m.332, Friday, 2–3 p.m.

This session will inform you and your volunteer leadership to the benefits of being part of the BSA STEM initiative. Ideas will be shared from the 22 test pilot councils that help your council increase retention, corporate partnerships, and educational relationships. Ideas will aid your council roll-out plans and help integrate STEM/NOvA into council, district, and camping operations.

233: The Ingredients to Create a Great Membership Plan

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

This elective will help volunteers assist in the development of the council membership plan, which includes the review of the council’s strategic plan, market analysis, membership history, growth opportunities, and building the volunteer infrastructure to support year-round, spring and fall recruitment campaigns. We’ll indentify five sources of membership growth to support your council membership plan and share other councils’ membership plans from across the country.

334: Unit-Focused Social Media (or, Using Social Media at the Troop Level)

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

One of the questions we get most often in the marketing group is, “how can we use social media at the local level?” This elective would explore ways to provide unit leaders with tips and techniques to use this media. The elective will focus on the BSA’s social media guidelines in relation to youth protection.

235: Web-based Tools for Contributions and Event Registration

Thursday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

The National Council recently launched an additional Web-based toolset for online giving. learn the benefits of this new resource as well as other online resources offered by the National Council to provide efficiencies and increase your council’s income stream. look at how to get started with e-funding using http://aplacetogive.scouting.org. This presentation provides examples of council success plus general concepts of what aplacetogive.scouting.org can do for local councils, including use of custom donation items, email templates, and Web banners.

336: What Has Your Enterprise Risk Management Committee Done for You Lately? (a.k.a. health and safety/risk management)

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

The adventure of Scouting activities often includes a certain level of real or implied risk. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) deals with all of the risks facing an entire organization. Rather than diminish the thrill of the new experience, the leaders for health, safety, and risk management should recognize risks and hazards and develop plans to manage them to help ensure that participants have a safe and successful adventure. This elective will outline the various resources available to meet the needs of councils attempting to provide a safe Scouting program using a council committee focused on health, safety, and risk management.

437: What Your New PeopleSoft™ HR System Can Do for You!  

Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Take a detailed look at the functionality within the new system and how it can improve council business processes.

338: What Is a Middle School Explorer Club?

Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Never heard of Middle School Explorer Clubs? having trouble connecting with 11-13 year olds, their schools, and parents? Searching for how to market and implement this new program? looking to improve your JTE score? If you answer yes to any of these questions, come to this training!

Youth Protection Updates: Youth Protection Begins With YOU™ —Volunteers’ Roles in Youth Protection

139, Thursday, 2–3 p.m.339, Friday, 2–3 p.m.

Who is responsible for stopping child abuse? Youth Protection Begins With YOu™. Join Youth Protection director Mike Johnson to learn how instilling this message in our greatest assets—our parents, our volunteers, and our youth—will help us quash child abuse, in and out of Scouting, forever.

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Sponsored by the National Eagle Scout Association, the Americanism Breakfast has long been one of the National Annual Meeting’s most popular events. With the 100th anniversary of the Eagle Scout award in 2012, this event will prove to be a very special one. You will hear of the accomplishments of some of our most outstanding Scouts, including the

recipients of three Eagle Scout scholarships, one of these being the new NESA STEM Scholarship, now the largest scholarship in the BSA.

Other highlights will be the national winner of the Adams Eagle Scout leadership Project Award, the unveiling of a new Joseph Csatari

painting commemorating 100 years of Eagle Scouting, and more. There will even be a momentous surprise announcement.

This breakfast is at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, June 1. Tickets to the Americanism Breakfast are $37 and can be purchased when you complete your online registration.

Americanism Breakfast

National Council Recognition DinnerRegional Lunches

friday General Session

Delivering the Main ThingThe Friday morning general session highlights new initiatives, which help us deliver the Main Thing—providing a quality Scouting experience to an ever-increasing number of youth. First, we will look at how we are measuring our progress toward delivering the Main Thing and taking a more customer-focused approach through the Journey to Excellence. learn about the exciting programs that Scouts will experience at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree and get an update on the progress at the Summit Bechtel Reserve.

The session will conclude with a keynote presentation from Bill Bennett, former

Secretary of Education. dr. Bennett is one of America’s most important, influential, and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues.

his latest book, The Book of Man: Readings on the Path to Manhood, appears on The New York Times Best Seller list. Although he is a well-known Republican, dr. Bennett often has crossed party lines in order to pursue important common purposes. Make plans to attend this session and listen to what dr. Bennett has to say about the importance of the Boy Scouts of America.

Recognitions, elections, and celebrations—don’t miss out on the action at these luncheons. Journey to Excellence councils and Endowment Achievement are just some of the awards that local councils will receive. The election of the Regional Executive Committee, Regional Executive Board, and Regional Advisory Board will also take place. Finally, a group of deserving volunteers will receive the region’s highest honor, the Silver Antelope. Tickets to the regional lunches are $47 and can be purchased upon completion of your online registration.

Attend the very special National Council Recognition dinner on Friday evening to celebrate the conclusion of the 2012 National Annual Meeting and to honor this year’s recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award for noteworthy service to youth. Be prepared for an evening of food, fun, recognition, surprises, and entertainment that you would expect from Central Florida and the Boy Scouts of America. Tickets to the dinner are $85 and can be purchased upon completion of your online registration.

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Kennedy Space centerWednesday, May 30, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost is $88 and includes transportation, entrance to the IMAx theater, exhibits, live action theatrical shows, the self-guided bus tour, and all applicable taxes and service charges. lunch is on your own.

The Kennedy Space Center is located just 45 minutes from the Gaylord Palms hotel & Convention Center. Each year, visitors from all over the world visit this hub of technology where some of mankind’s greatest accomplishments take place. Explore the center at your leisure, view the IMAx space film, and see NASA’s launch and landing facilities, the Rocket Garden, a full-size Space Shuttle mock-up, and live action theatrical shows. You will definitely want to take the self-guided bus tour. This tour departs from the Space Center bus center every 15 minutes and runs approximately 2.5 hours.

Note: You may be doing a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. lunch is not included; however, there are numerous self-service dining areas and specialty food locations throughout the center. The KSC is wheelchair accessible. Please notify the officeof.meetingmanagement@scouting.org if you will need assistance.

center for Great Apes Private tourOffered Friday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Cost is $100 and includes transportation, a one-year membership to the center, and a boxed lunch. All applicable taxes and service charges are included.

The Center for Great Apes provides permanent refuge for orangutans and chimpanzees who have been retired from the entertainment industry, from research, or who are no longer wanted as pets. In need of lifetime care, these primates live in a safe, healthy, and enriching environment.

The sanctuary is not open to the public. Set on 120 acres of beautiful, tropical wooded habitat and surrounded by orange groves, the

sanctuary rests in a small rural community in south central Florida. Take the private tour arranged specifically for participants of the 2012 Boy Scouts of America National

Annual Meeting. This tour is limited to 50 people. See www.CenterForGreatApes.org for more about this wonderful haven.

Special notes: The center is located in Wauchula, approximately 1.5 hours from the Gaylord Palms. You will be outdoors for the duration of the tour. dress comfortably—closed-toe shoes are preferred. This tour is not recommended for children younger than 8 years old. No direct contact with the chimpanzees and orangutans is permitted. The center is wheelchair accessible. Please notify the officeof.meetingmanagement@scouting.org if you will need assistance.

relâche Spa at Gaylord PalmsThe Gaylord Palms Relâche Spa is offering a special discount on spa services to attendees of the meeting. To see what services are included and how to make an appointment, go to www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylord-palms/kissimmee-orlando-day-spa.

florida LiVe! Alligator feedingsWatch as animal care specialists from GATORlANd® feed the alligators in Gator Springs. To see the action, head over to the St. Augustine atrium on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. (subject to change).

florida LiVe! fish feedingsOur Key West lagoon is home to Stingrays, Tarpon, Redfish, Snook and a few other species of saltwater fish. This exhibit is a one-of-a-kind habitat created by Bottled Ocean, Inc., a leader in aquatic management and conservation. Stand on the Marlin dock, located in the Key West Atrium, and watch the fish feedings Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. (subject to change).

florida LiVe! Baby Grunt feedingsWatch as our animal care specialists from Bottled Ocean give you an up close and personal interaction with a Baby Grunt. To see these alligator hatchlings, head over to the Sawgrass Shack in the Everglades Atrium, immediately following the Fish Feedings every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (subject to change).

To find more ideas of things to see and do in the surrounding area, contact the Gaylord Palms Concierge at the following link: GaylordPalmsConcierge@Gaylordhotels.com.

Optional Things to See and Do

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