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Rotary and Scouting


Since their inception, Rotary International (1905) and the Boy Scouts of America (1910) have been partners in serving young people. The principles and goals of both organizations are closely allied. Character-building; service to country, to others, and to self; teaching leadership skills; and becoming aware of the world around us–these are all incorporated into the programs and activities of each organization.

The values expressed in Rotary International’s Motto and the Four Way Test greatly parallel those articulated in the Scout Oath, Law, motto, and slogan. Rotarians have long served as role models, demonstrating leadership, character, and the value of selfless service to the community. Rotary clubs in the United States charter nearly 1,400 Scouting units (Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout Troops, and Venturing crews) serving more than 50,000 members.


Venturing

Venturing is a youth-development program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age. It is

  • Designed to help meet the needs, wants and problems of this young adult generation.
  • A novel program that includes emphasis on outdoor, high-adventure activities while providing members with community service, fitness and social activities under the guidance of experienced adults.
  • A great way for young men and women to learn leadeship and problem-solving skills that will help them mature into confident, successful adults.

Purpose: Venturing is an effective coed young-adult program designed to improve character, citizenship, and fitness through positive experiences and activities that prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

Program: Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth and adult Advisors serving as resources and mentors. The resulting program is filled with exciting and meaningful activities that help youth pursue their special interests; to grow; to develop personal, social and leadership skills, and to become good citizens.


Venturing and Interact



Through Rotary’s unique partnership with Scouting, the Venturing program is open to all Interact clubs in Rotary District 5320. Each Interact club may also charter as a Venturing unit, allowing the Interact members to participate in the many activities and programs offered by our local Boy Scout Council. Venturing provides Interactors with:


  • Leadership. Opportunities to apply proven leadership skills are provided to the Venturers/Interacters.
  • Group Activities are interdependent group experiences in which success is dependent on the cooperation of all.
  • Adult Association. Working closely with adult Advisors and other adult leaders, the youth officers lead the crew. The adults serve in a “shadow” leader capacity.
  • High Adventure. Venturing’s emphasis on high adventure helps provide team-building opportunities, new meaningful experiences, practical leadership application, and lifelong memories to young adults.


Cliff Dochterman Award

The Cliff Dochterman Award is an honor available to recognize an individual Rotarian or Rotaractor who acts as a role model and renders distinguished and dedicated service to Scouting through active leadership or for other exemplary contributions.

Download the Award nomination form here: Cliff Dochterman Award Nomination Form


Contact:

To learn more about the programs of the Boy Scouts of America that are available to Rotary Clubs and the Interact/Rotaract Clubs they sponsor, contact District New Generations Chair Lane Calvert.


Links:

Rotary International

Boy Scouts of America Orange County Council

Timeline and Information for Annual Charter Renewal of Interact Clubs as Venturing Units


Documents:

Note: These forms are PDF copies of machine readable multi-part forms developed by the Boy Scouts of America. To obtain the multi-part forms, contact the Boy Scout Area Representative for your Rotary Club, District New Generations Chair Lane Calvert, or the Rotary 5320 District Office.

Initial Chartering of an Interact Club as a Venturing Unit

Rechartering of an Interact Club as a Venturing Unit

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