In the far west reaches of the Pacific Basin Scouting lies the islands of the Republic of Palau; a gem in the Pacific, especially when it comes to Scouting.
Palau, and Koror State to be specific, has one of the most active Scouting programs in Micronesia. Although small in number, Koror State offers consistent Scouting activities.
This is all due to Scott Yano, Director of State and Cultural Affairs, and El’Zeder Eledui, Scouting Coordinator. The successes here in Palau can provide examples of how to succeed in other areas of the Pacific, and you can be a part of this Scouting experience in paradise by becoming an Island Commissioner.
Above: Scott Yano, Director (far right); El’Zeder Eledui, Scout Coordinator (in blue)
and the staff of Youth Division of the Department of State and Cultural Affaris
Mariana Islands
The PBS District of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) opened a new Scout Service Center on the island of Saipan. The facility was donated for the use of Scouting by the Saipan Government. The building was in poor condition when received and repairs and renovations were funded primarily through donations from Tan Holdings, Inc., Century Insurance, District Chairman David Sablan, the Saipan Rotary Club and with labor provided by district volunteers.
The facility will house the Boy Scout district offices and be used for Scout Roundtables, district meetings and Basic Leader Training. It is a large facility and includes one main room that serves as a resource center and library, three offices and a conference room.
