Last week the Governor of Minnesota issued a new Emergency Executive Order, 21-07. This order made some significant changes to existing protocol that can affect what we are doing in Scouting. The order became effective as of Feb. 13,
In communication with the Council Risk Management Committee and unit leaders around the council we believe it is important to publish an update our protocols regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. To date, there have been no outbreaks of Covid-19 attributed
On December 16, 2020, the Governor of Minnesota once again addressed executive orders related to Covid-19 restrictions, policies, and protocols. We have reviewed all of the information presented and the supporting documents. Additionally, we have spoken directly with a
On November 18, 2020, the Governor of Minnesota issued a new executive order related to Covid-19 protocols. We have reviewed that order and the accompanying documents and support materials related to it and have the following updates on our
The Governors of both Minnesota and Wisconsin have addressed new Covid-19 concerns this week in light of the significant rise in positive cases and hospitalizations due to the virus. The Governor of Minnesota announced new guidelines related to “social”
Here are 3 important documents that you must have at every event, meeting, or outing in Scouting held at a VAC property. Thank you for doing your part to keep everyone safe. Directions For Use COVID Health Check Questionnaire
As we approach the coldest months of the year it seems appropriate to give you all an update as to where we stand on meetings and activities. The most recent Covid-19 letters – the letter produced on August 4,
In our last Covid-19 letter we outlined regulations to be followed to begin meeting inside with your Scouts again. In the fourth bullet point under regulations we stated that “indoor meetings and activities will be limited to no more than
The Risk Management Committee of the VAC, headed by Chairperson, Stacey Dennee, met on July 31, 2020 to review all of the information available to us and address certain questions and concerns that have come from parents and volunteers. Following
The four-step plan for re-opening the Voyageurs Area Council to in person meetings and events does not specifically address issues that may be particular to overnight camping at facilities that are not part of the council. This document will