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Holiday Greetings From the Desk of Karl Shelton - Scout Executive

Writer: Council Communications
Council Communications
Dec 18, 2023
2 min read

Dear Conquistador Council Scouting Family,

Karl Shelton

As we gather 'round the glow of the season, my heart is filled with gratitude for each member of our Scout family here in southeastern New Mexico. This season, I hope that you will enjoy the four "F"s that make this time of year truly special. 


Friends: In the spirit of Scouting camaraderie, let's reach out to friends old and new. Cherish the laughter, the shared adventures, and the bonds that make our Scout family strong. May the friendships we've formed continue to flourish and bring joy to our lives. 


Family: The holiday season is a time to embrace the warmth of family. Whether by blood or by choice, let's surround ourselves with the love and support that family provides. May these moments of togetherness create lasting memories that carry us into the New Year. 


Faith: We personally are preparing for Christmas while others in our community celebrate a diversity of beliefs. Let's find unity in the values we share. Whether it's a celebration of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or other traditions, this season may be a time of reflection, gratitude, and the reaffirmation of the principles that guide us. 


Food: Ah, the joy of shared meals! From festive feasts to simple gatherings, let's relish the pleasure of good company and delicious food. May our tables be abundant, and our hearts be filled with gratitude for the sustenance we share.  Let us remember those who are less fortunate and are generous to all. 


As we wrap up this year and look to the future, may the four "F"s continue to light our path. Together, let's carry the spirit of Scouting into the New Year, fostering a community of friendship, family, faith, and shared meals. 


Wishing you a joyous holiday season filled with the warmth of friendship, the love of family, the strength of faith, and the delights of good food. 


Karl Shelton 

Scout Executive and CEO

Conquistador Council, Boy Scouts of America

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Scout Law

Scout Law

A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.

Scout Oath

Scout Oath

On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my Country,
and to obey the Scout Law, to help other people at all times
to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

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Conquistador Council, Scouting America

Conquistador Council, Scouting America is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone. We strive to ensure that our website and digital content can be accessed and used by people of all abilities.

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Our Commitment

We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website. Our goal is to follow recognized accessibility best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and to make information about Scouting programs, events, resources, and opportunities available to all members of our community.

Our accessibility efforts may include:

Providing alternative text for meaningful images and graphics.
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Accessibility is an ongoing effort. As our website, programs, and digital resources change, we will continue to review and improve accessibility wherever possible.

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Conquistador Council, Scouting America
2603 N Aspen Ave.
Roswell, NM 88201
Phone: (575) 622-3461
Email: info@nmscouts.org

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We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website and appreciate your help as we continue working to make Scouting information and opportunities accessible to everyone.

Last reviewed: August 2026

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