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Last Call For Wood Badge! A few spots remain in this year’s course!

February 20, 2023 by Stephen Forsythe

View this email in your browser Wood Badge – 14-1-23 – Enduring ImpactWood Badge is the premier adult leader training program in Scouting It is often described as a ‘mountaintop experience’ for Scout leaders. The program highlights personal and leadership … Read More

Adventures | Training | Upcoming Events

Talakto Camporee – March 31-April 2

February 17, 2023 by Stephen Forsythe

2023 Talakto District Camporee“Talak-alypse: Use Your Brains to Survive” Make plans to join your fellow Scouts and Scouters at Camp Westmoreland on March 31 – April 2 for Talak-Alypse! This fun-filled, wilderness survival skills oriented weekend will be sure to … Read More

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Need COR Training? Sign up for our Feb 26th Zoom!

February 9, 2023 by Stephen Forsythe

Chartered Organization Representatives: What:  Due to the number of units changing Chartered Organizations and Representatives, the Talakto District is offering an additional Chartered Organization Representative training course on February 26th 2023 at 2 pm.  The course will be held on-line … Read More

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Troops and Packs invited to Cultural Day 2023 on Feb 25!

February 1, 2023 by Stephen Forsythe

SCOUTREACHCULTURAL DAY ACTIVITIESScouts BSA Merit Badges & Cub Scout ActivitiesSaturday, February 25, 2023 Leader’s Guide Register Cubs and Scouts BSA Here! Alabama A & M UniversityHuntsville, AlabamaRegistration Fees: $12.50 per person (due at time of registration) PURPOSE: ScoutReach Cultural Day Activities … Read More

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Vulcan District invites you to their IOLS Course Feb 11-12

January 23, 2023 by Stephen Forsythe

Use the link below for more information about Vulcan District’s IOLS training on Saturday Feb 11 and Sunday Feb 12. Instructions for registration and the course can be found on the flyer linked above. This is part of position specific … Read More

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Trainer’s EDGE Course offered January 7

December 4, 2022 by Stephen Forsythe

What:  Talakto District is offering the Trainer’s EDGE course.  The course is focused to provide and develop the training presentation skills for Trainers.  This includes Pack, Troop, and Crew leaders teaching Scout skills, Troop Guides, Adult leaders, and those supporting … Read More

Adventures | Council News

Go Scouting in SWITZERLAND with Greater Alabama Council!!

December 2, 2022 by Stephen Forsythe

This past July, a group of 24 Scouts & Venturers from the Greater Alabama Council traveled to the Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) in the beautiful Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland.  During the two-week trip, they stayed in the “Old … Read More

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Roundtable Returns to Huntsville First UMC

November 21, 2022 by Stephen Forsythe

Talakto Roundtable is returning to Huntsville First UMC for our Roundtable on Thursday, December 1, at 7 p.m. Be sure to join us there to be informed and be prepared!

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Wanted: Talakto Cub Scout Day Camp Director

November 4, 2022 by Stephen Forsythe

WANTEDCUB SCOUT DAY CAMP DIRECTOR Talakto District is looking for an energetic person to lead 2023 Cub Day Camp Day Camp offers Cubs the chance to experience BB guns & Archery, Scout Crafts, Field Sports, Nature Hikes, and much more. If you … Read More

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2022 Call for Awards Applications

October 4, 2022 by Stephen Forsythe

Talakto Scouters, Please see attached awards request for for 2022.  Please complete the desired award forms and submit scans by email to Jim Charlton at jchar295@aol.com before December 16, 2022. The Talakto District Awards Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, 4 … Read More

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Talakto District is part of the Greater Alabama Council, serving the families of Madison County including Huntsville, Alabama. The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Upcoming Events

Mar 24
March 24 - March 26

Wood Badge 14-123 Weekend 1/2

Mar 30
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

District Committee/Commissioners Meeting

Mar 31
March 31 - April 2

Talakto Camporee/IOLS and BALOO Training

Apr 13
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

District Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting

Apr 15
8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Talakto Pinewood Derby

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