The TSA BOD has approved the affiliation of the TSA youth program with the Venture Scouting Crew 703. This is an all-together different program than we have undertaken with scouting groups in the past. This is not a one time Saturday freebie glider ride, but rather serious long term youth members of TSA who are integrating scouting and soaring. The number of Venture Scouts joining TSA as youth members is limited.

Venturing is a young adult program of the Boy Scouts of America for young women and men who have completed the 8th grade and who are 14 through 20 years of age. There are four goals for young participants:

1. To gain practical experience.

2. To engage in program of activities centered on leadership,service, social activities, fitness, the outdoors, and citizenshipto encourage the development of the whole person.

3. To experience positive leadership from adult and youth leaders andbe given opportunities to take on leadership roles.

4. To have a chance to learn and grow in supportive, caring, and fun environment.

The Venture group will be planning ground school to build a base for developing their flying skills. All TSA youth members and students are welcome to attend these classes. Additionally, during the summer months there will be mid week flying and work days planned. These are open to all members and will create flying days when there would otherwise be no tow pilot scheduled.