Our Council Has a New Name

There were 300 names submitted for consideration for our New Michigan Council which were reviewed by the Naming the Council committee. After careful consideration, that list was decreased to 39 and placed on the website for selection by Scouts and Scouters. Approximately 9,530 selections were made from over 3,000 people and the overwhelming response reveals the name of the New Michigan Council:

Great Lakes Council

This name was submitted by ten people sharing this rationale:
The name represents the Great Lakes for which Michigan is known and that describe a geographical feature identifiable across the country. The Lakes are a most treasured asset for all who live and visit here. A great resource, the Great Lakes are a part of a lucrative international trade route and the connecting channels form the largest fresh surface water system on earth.

Like the Great Lakes, the youth served across this new council are our most treasured asset. As the Lakes merge from one to the other, this council will transcend diversity while building unity through its leadership and programs. The Great Lakes create of vision of adventure - fishing, boating, swimming while inspiring the opportunity to preserve the waterway environment and the richness of this resource. Scouting is about adventure, fostering citizenship and instilling values in the youth today for a stronger tomorrow.

Many thanks for all of the contributions, creativity, and inspiration. Details are coming to recognize the contributors of this name. Also, thank you to the naming task force, Marianne Simancek, Michael Morin, Tom Creech, Brad Simmons, Jeff Jacobs, and Sue Ehrlich. Your efforts are much appreciated.

Coming soon! Your chance to help design the Great Lakes Council CSP!

Buy Tix to Pistons Scout Night 11/8 & 4/2

Take advantage of these great discounts and exclusive opportunities for Scouts!

Sunday, November 8th, 2009 at 1pm. Pistons vs 76ers. Tickets to this game include a postgame Pistons autograph session immediately after the game! Each scout/sibling is guaranteed an autograph from one Pistons player!

Friday, April 2nd, 2010 at 8pm. Pistons vs Phoenix Suns. Tickets to this game include a 4:15pm pregame clinic with basketball skills and motivational chalk talk on the Pistons court exclusively for Scouts.

Tickets are only $20 (reg. $40) for scouts, family and friends. Plus, each scout in attendance will receive a FREE commemorative scout patch!

*Deadline to order: Two weeks before game date

Attend both games (including the autograph session and clinic) for a great low price of only $35. Deadline to order: Friday, October 30th

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Click here for ticket order form

647 Scouts part of Detroit Pistons "Nothing But Nets" Public Service Announcement

The UN Foundation's "Nothing But Nets" Program announced that the Boy Scouts of America has joined the malaria-prevention campaign as part of its 100th Anniversary Celebration. Throughout the year, Scouts will work to raise awareness about malaria, a leading killer in Africa.The kick-off for this partnership was filmed in Detroit on August 27th.

Detroit Piston Deron Williams was present at the kick-off celebration. The Detroit Pistons have developed a Public Service Annoucement from the film taken at the kick-off celebration and our own 647 scouts Ali G., Nathan H., and Harold H. were included in the final PSA.

Click on the PLAY button above to view the PSA...

Name Your New Council Contest - Time to VOTE!

Now that all Scouting in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties is consolidating, the new council will need a new name. Over the past month, Scouts and Scouters in the tri-county area submitted suggestions. Now it is time to vote....
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The Finalist Selection Phase

Beginning on Monday, October 5 and ending on Saturday, October 31, you will be able to vote on a list of names that have been submitted which meet the criteria from the Brainstorming Phase. These submissions have been posted on the BSA web site. Use the link below to choose your favorite names from the list. These survey results will be used by the Council Naming Task Force to make its recommendation to the council executive board. Prizes will be awarded to the three finalists. And a grand prize will be awarded to the person whose submitted name is chosen.

647 Cub Scout Darryl M. submitted the name "Big 3 Area Council". Please click here to vote for Darryl's entry....

"Nothing But Nets" Partnership Annoucement

The UN Foundation's "Nothing But Nets" Program announced that the Boy Scouts of America has joined the malaria-prevention campaign as part of its 100th Anniversary Celebration. Throughout the year, Scouts will work to raise awareness about malaria, a leading killer in Africa.

The kick-off for this partnership was filmed in Detroit on August 27th. Although none of the 647 scouts made it into the final PSA, we were proud to be a part of this day and we look forward to working to raise awareness and money for "Nothing But Nets" over the next year.

Name Your New Council Contest

Name Your New Council
Submit your suggestion here

Now that all Scouting in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties is consolidating...
We need to have a name for our new council!

All Scouts and Scouters in the tri-county area have the opportunity to submit their suggestions for our new council name. The selection process will be in two phases:

The Brainstorming Phase
This is your chance to have an active part in naming our new council. Send us your idea and why you believe that it should be the name for the council. Please be sure to include your name, phone number and an e-mail address, as everyone who submits a suggestion will become eligible to win a prize.

The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, September 30, 2009.

Here are the criteria for evaluating the names submitted. The name must be one that:
<>Is inclusive of the entire council, people and constituents
<>Translates into strong graphics
<>Is something to which everyone in the council can relate
<>Expresses something unique about this council
<>Makes sense
<>Has a sense of adventure
<>Is easy to say
<>Is memorable, distinctive
<>Resonates well with donors and supporters
<>May have historical or geographical significance

The Finalist Selection Phase
Beginning on Monday, October 5 and ending on Saturday, October 31, there will be a list of names that have been submitted which meet the criteria from the Brainstorming Phase. These submissions will be posted on this web site. There will also be a link to a “Select a Name” area, where you will be able to click a button to choose your favorite names from the list. These survey results will be used by the Council Naming Task Force to make its recommendation to the council executive board. Prizes will be awarded to the three finalists. And a grand prize will be awarded to the person whose submitted name is chosen.

We look forward to your input!

647 Scouts march in Community Action Parade

Today, the 647 scouts marched in a Community Action Parade. The scouts led the parade, which started at the Apollo Foods at Seven Mile and Evergreen, and ended at Historic St. James Church at Evergreen and Plainview. At the church there was a community program on crime prevention and scouting, followed by a community picnic.

When the people in the neighborhood saw the scouts marching in the parade, people stopped some of the parents to find out what was going on. When we told them, they told us we should be really proud of our kids. Without a doubt, our scouts makes us proud....