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Show Boy Scout Month and many of these displays can be seen in the merchants windows. On February 7, the district will also sponsor Scouts in Government Day, where one scout from each of the 27 ; troops will spend a day with the City, State, ' County and Federal Govern-i Govern-i nients 'to see how they function, , "" Snmtmg'is open to all young men, ages 8 - 20, if you have any questions about Scouting or would like to know more, please call Dan Lynch, 586-(iHM. 586-(iHM. Congratulations to all the young people who are in Scouting, to their volunteer leaders who make it possible, and the organizations in our communities that use the Scouting program for youth. The Boy Scouts of America has been an important influence for young people for 70 years, and the Scouting Anniversary Week, February 3-9, has as its theme, Scouting.. ..the Better Life. Over they ears, we've.watched'boys ' ' Scouts and y (Tung men who have ficeft ' ' ' in Exploring. The training they have received has given J them the skills that have helped them in later years. Now, there are 2100 youth members in Area 8 of the Utah National Parks Council, and they are receiving the benefits of Scouting's educational program that can lead to a better life. The Boy Scouts of America also is celebrating another important milestone. Cub Scouting, the program for younger boys, is observing its 50th Anniversary this year. We can be proud of what Scouting has done for youngsters, and we believe that the national mvoement offers a better life for young people now-and for the years ahead. Reports from throughout the area indicate a variety of Blue and Gold Banquets, pack open house events to observe the 50th Anniversary of Cub Scouting, troop parents' nights, pot-luck pot-luck dinners, courts of honor, special outdoor activities, and recognition of former Scouting members. The Cedar Breaks District is sponsoring a Window Display Contest this week, |