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.
I just discovered the PBS blog site...well done! I look forward to reaching future postings. Nice job, John.
ReplyDeleteJOHN.......I'M SEEING THE PBS BLOG FOR THE FIRST TIME AND REALLY APPRECIATE IT. IT SHOWS SOME OF THE MANY THINGS THAT WE ARE DOING IN THE PACIFIC. LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT POSTING......DUDLEY PRATT
ReplyDeleteJOHN......I'M SEEING THE PBS BLOG FOR THE FIRST TIME AND THINK IT'S GREAT. IT SHOWS SOME OF THE MANY THINGS WE'RE DOING IN THE PACIFIC. I LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT POSTING......DUDLEY PRATT
ReplyDeleteJohn... Alii from the Boy Scout of Koror, Palau Troop 712. Yes, I also am seeing the PBS blog for my first time and truley appreciate your effort and devotion to youth and the needs. I like what you did and hope to work more with you. We are set ready to go out camping at the rock islands this weekend. It's a 3 day, 2 night campout for our scouts to contribute their time to conduct a coastal clean up in recognition for Labor Day Holiday. Every year we do some what similar projects to influence our scouts the importance of our environment. I wish you could have join us. I expected your visit but since the weather and many people in need we'll go ahead continue the effort and maybe next time we will all go.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the PBS blog and hope read more. Good job and God Bless. Best regard to Natashia and family from all of us in Palau.