by Mark Francis | Feb 4, 2021 | News From The Field, Vanguard Beacon Newsletter
My journey in Scouting started in Tokyo, Japan, and that is where it continues now—only this time with a wife who is fully involved and six kids who are all enthusiastic participants. Scouting is a huge part of our family recipe. It just works for us, and it is...
by Mark Francis | Jan 15, 2021 | Vanguard Beacon Newsletter
Scouts and Scouters, As we mark the close of 2020, we look back and reminisce on a unique year! For many of us, the past months have been full of changes and disappointments. For example, most traditional Scouting events–from day camps to Philmont to the 2021...
by Mark Francis | Dec 10, 2020 | Vanguard Beacon Newsletter
During the past year I have had the pleasure of serving as the Scout Executive of the Far East Council, with headquarters in Okinawa, Japan. Our council services American military and Ex Patriot families in many Asian countries. My daily work involves interaction with...
Recent Comments