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10-30-2003, 02:43 PM

I agree Cube,

What we need is a way to connect our youth with programs that will hold their interests without becoming a drain on public funds. Scouts are one way, but not available to a lot of teens these days for several reasons. We need to create new venues such as the Junior Rangers program that Yellowstone offers. Or more Bible camps from local parish', Outdoor awareness for troubled teens, etc. We know what we need, but how/who do will initiate the programs that need to be in place? I'm not aiming this at you, it's actually just something that was brought to my attention and discussed over the weekend. Let's get the word out any way we can and see what other ideas stem from it. Eventually, hopefully, enough people will understand and want to contribute to the ideas of many an outdoor enthusiast.

Thanks, but gotta go,
Rattler20

10-30-2003, 02:43 PM	#7
Rattler20 Unregistered Guest Posts: n/a	I agree Cube, What we need is a way to connect our youth with programs that will hold their interests without becoming a drain on public funds. Scouts are one way, but not available to a lot of teens these days for several reasons. We need to create new venues such as the Junior Rangers program that Yellowstone offers. Or more Bible camps from local parish', Outdoor awareness for troubled teens, etc. We know what we need, but how/who do will initiate the programs that need to be in place? I'm not aiming this at you, it's actually just something that was brought to my attention and discussed over the weekend. Let's get the word out any way we can and see what other ideas stem from it. Eventually, hopefully, enough people will understand and want to contribute to the ideas of many an outdoor enthusiast. Thanks, but gotta go, Rattler20