The public is invited to the Whispering Pines District Greater Western Reserve Council Boy Scouts of America 10th Annual “Friends of Scouting” breakfast fundraiser May 19, at Camp Stambaugh, 3712 Leffingwell Rd., Canfield. The Greater Western Reserve Council Scouting Museum will be open and people movers will transport attendees through camp to the camp dining hall. Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.
      Please join us for this year’s theme “Leadership” which will recognize the impact of the Scouting Program in providing leadership skills training to our youth and how it prepares them for success in their future.
      Serving as Master of Ceremonies is Stacia Erdos.
      Keynote speaker will be Jim Tressel, President of Youngstown State University. Additional speakers will be Mr. Artemus “Art” Scissum, principal of Martin Luther King Elementary School in Youngstown, and Evan John, from the Order of the Arrow, Scouting’s National Honor Society which celebrates its 100th Anniversary this year.
      The Whispering Pines District of the Greater Western Reserve Boy Scout Council serves families in Mahoning County and Hubbard, with 1,215 youth involved in 42 units supported by 536 adult volunteers. Scoutreach is a program that serves “at risk” youth in city school systems. 450 Cub Scouts are served in the Youngstown City School system.
      Please mark your calendar and join us for this much needed fundraiser that strengthens the Scouting program for youth and families in our district. Scouting strives to develop leadership, character, citizenship and life-saving skills while enjoying camping, hiking, rock climbing, and more. Breakfast begins at 7:00 am and reservations are required by calling John Schlobohm at 330-898-8474 or emailing John.Schlobohm@scouting.org.
      If you are interested in making an investment in Scouting and cannot attend the event; donations can be made online at www.bsa-gwrc.org or by sending a check to Boy Scouts of America, Whispering Pines District, 4930 Enterprise Blvd. NW, Warren, Ohio 44481.
      Local businesses and friends of Scouting are encouraged to call about sponsorship opportunities for this year’s event. Special thanks to our past sponsors who have made a difference in the lives of thousands of young men and women in the Mahoning Valley. To request an e-mail for sponsorship levels contact: John.Schlobohm@scouting.org today!