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  • August 16, 2023 5:54 AM | Eric Peterson (Administrator)

    The Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association, Inc.'s Nominating Committee appointed by the Board of Directors has nominated the following individuals to be included on the ballot for election to the Board of Directors for a three-year term (2024 through 2026):

    Ryan Tredinnick is a Business Systems Analyst at First Citizens Bank located in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.  Ryan has a Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting & Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Ryan is the proud father of twins which were born earlier this year. Ryan was employed at Northern Tier in 2012, 2013, and 2015. We are pleased to nominate Ryan Tredinnick as a candidate to be elected to the SAA Board of Directors starting in 2024.

    Margaret Scheiner PhD is a Senior Program Manager at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Margaret has a bachelor’s degree in Materials Science & Engineering from Cornell University. Margaret then went on to earn a PhD in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering from Florida State University. In the summer of 2011 and 2013, Margaret was employed at Northern Tier as an Interpreter. Margaret was considered by many as an outstanding and dependable staff member. We are pleased to nominate Margaret Scheiner as a candidate to be elected to the SAA Board of Directors starting in 2024.

    Jonathan P. Floyd is an Associate in the Consumer Financial Services Group at Troutman Pepper located in Richmond, Virginia with a primary focus on financial services litigation. He represents clients in class actions and business disputes in both federal and state courts. Jonathan has a Bachelor of Science from Berry College and a Master of Education from Georgia College & State University. Jonathan went on to earn a Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University College of Law. Jonathan was employed at Northern Tier in the summer of 2001. We are pleased to nominate Jonathan Floyd as a candidate to be elected to the SAA Board of Directors starting in 2024.

    Brian C Lux is the Vice President of Sales at SportChassis Holdings, Inc. located in Clinton, Oklahoma where he manages a team of sales and marketing professionals. SportChassis is an OEM vehicle manufacturer of an industry leading heavy-duty truck. Brian has a Bachelors of General Studies from Kent State University in Ohio. Brian lives in Mustang, Oklahoma with his wife Theresa, son Charles, and soon to be born daughter Margaret. Brian worked at Northern Tier during the summer of 2001. Brian is the current Vice President of the Sommers Alumni Association. We are pleased to renominate Brian Lux as a candidate to be elected to the SAA Board of Directors starting in 2024.

    Membership may nominate Active Members to include on the ballot for the election to the Board of Directors. Send the nominee name along with a biographical resume and 10 supporting signatures from Active Members by September 15th, 2023 (the deadline has passed) to the President using the Contact Us form on the website.

    Bylaws Section 4.6 (3) Additional Nominations. After publication to the active membership of the Nominating Committee’s recommendations, the membership may have thirty days to submit additional nominations for inclusion on the ballot provided that these nominations are: (1) made in writing, (2) accompanied by a biographical resume, and (3) are supported by signatures of at least 10 active members of the Association. The thirty days to submit additional nominations must conclude by September 15. Additional nominations must be received by the President. Any additional nominee meeting the requirements of this section will be included on the ballot with those nominated by the Nominating Committee.

  • July 09, 2023 3:01 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    As of July 3rd, the reunion was completely sold out! There will be no walk-in registration for the reunion or dinners.

    We are no longer accepting additions to our waitlist. This is due to the length of the list and that we do not expect more cancellations. There will be no walk-in registration. 

    There is no separate registration for the recognition dinner on Friday or the anniversary dinner on Saturday. We must have enough space at our venues for those attending the reunion. The event capacity is based on what we can comfortably and safety accommodate at one time in our event venues.

    A reminder, during the reunion, the Base (Northern Tier) and other reunion activities are only for those registered for the reunion. We are not able to accommodate visits by those who are not registered for the reunion. Visitors will be asked to depart. See you in 2025!

    Please contact us if you have questions about the reunion. Kindly refrain from contacting Northern Tier, as they are not organizing the event.

  • June 29, 2023 9:25 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Sorry, the reunion is now sold out! There will be no walk-in registration for the reunion or dinners.

    The response to our 100th Anniversary Reunion has been phenomenal, and we are excited to announce that we are now 95% full! The enthusiasm and support from our members have been truly remarkable.

    Due to the overwhelming demand, we anticipate reaching capacity around July 4th. We want to make sure that everyone who wants to attend has the opportunity to do so. However, we are unable to add more space beyond our current arrangements. Therefore, we encourage you to register as soon as possible to secure your spot at this historic event.

    To claim your spot and be a part of this momentous occasion, please visit holry.org/reunion and complete your registration. We don't want anyone to miss out on the incredible activities, camaraderie, and memories that will be shared during the reunion.

    Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for the Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association, Inc. We look forward to celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Northern Tier program together!

  • June 01, 2023 6:07 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    We are excited to announce the general availability of our book “The Far Northland”!

    The book is available in-person and online from the Northern Tier Trading Post. Order your copy at book.holry.org!

  • May 07, 2023 11:42 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Join us for an event to launch our new book, “The Far Northland: A Century of Wilderness High Adventure at Northern Tier.” Author Dave Kenney will be speaking. The book will also be available for purchase.

    Together we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Northern Tier National High Adventure program!

    The event will be at Northern Star Scouting’s Leadership Center at Base Camp in Fort Snelling (Minneapolis–St. Paul) on the evening of Wednesday, May 31st.

    RSVP for the event!

  • May 07, 2023 11:35 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Join us for the annual Red Renner Memorial Work Week from May 13th to 21st! We invite all members to join us for just a day or a week of camaraderie and hard work as we maintain and beautify Northern Tier. You can register as late as Thursday May 11th to volunteer.

    As a highlight of the event, we will have a dinner for volunteers at the end of the week. It is an opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones. So come out, roll up your sleeves, and make this year’s Work Week a huge success!

    Sign up for Work Week!

    Before arriving, remember to:

    • Complete the free “Youth Protection Training” before arriving (valid for two years). You do not need to be a member of the BSA. See this post for details.
    • You must also bring a completed “BSA Annual Health and Medical Record” form. If only volunteering for a weekend (less than 72 hours), you do not need a medical exam or doctor signature. See this post for details.

    Red-eye!


  • April 20, 2023 3:28 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Sorry, the reunion is now sold out! There will be no walk-in registration for the reunion or dinners.

    Reunion registration to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Northern Tier High Adventure is now over 50% full! This was accomplished in just the first six weeks registration was open! If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time, but don’t wait too long, as spots are filling up quickly.

    The reunion will be from Thursday, August 24th to Sunday, August 27th, at the Charles L. Sommers Wilderness Canoe Base near Ely, Minnesota. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in outdoor activities, including hiking and canoeing, behind-the-scenes tours of The Base, and exploring Ely and Winton for museums and historical walks.

    The reunion will feature a recognition dinner at the Sandy Bridges Program Center on Friday, where we will present the George D. Hedrick Volunteer Service Award. On Saturday will be our dinner where we will celebrate the 100th anniversary.

    Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the Northern Tier High Adventure program’s 100th anniversary. Join us for a weekend of adventure, fellowship, and memories!

    Remember, there will be no walk-in registration.  To register for the reunion, you need to be a member. Membership is open to anyone who wants to support Northern Tier. Learn more about joining here.

    Register now to secure your spot.


  • December 21, 2022 8:52 PM | Tressa Theis (Administrator)

    Cortney Grosz, John McKinney, Joe Mingrone, and Eric Peterson have been elected to the Board of Directors by the active membership of the Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association, Inc. Their term will be for three years and commenced on January 1, 2023.  Congratulations to Cortney, John, Joe, and Eric!

  • August 15, 2022 5:31 PM | Eric Peterson (Administrator)

    The Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association, Inc.'s Nominating Committee appointed by the Board of Directors has nominated the following individuals to be included on the ballot for election to the Board of Directors for a three-year term (2023 through 2025):

    Cortney Grosz Has been an active member of the Board of Directors since 2019 and leads the SAA staff support activities.  Courtney was an Interpreter in 1999 and 2000. He joined the SAA as a life member in 2008 and has been an advocate for Northern Tier programming. Courtney is a Pharmacist at Northwest Texas Healthcare System and lives in Amarillo, Texas.

    John McKinney Was an Interpreter in Ely 2012 & 2013, Bisset 2014, and Training Coordinator in 2015 & 2016. John became a life member in 2019 and has returned in 2021 & 2022 as an alumni Interpreter during peak season. John owns an HR consulting and staffing company, works as the head of HR for Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions, and is an Adjunct Professor for HR at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, and lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 

    Joe Mingrone Has been an active member of the Board of Directors since 2019.  Joe was an Interpreter in 2010 and 2012. He became a life member in 2012 and has returned as an alumni volunteer.  Joe works in Sales and Marketing and lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 

    Eric Peterson Has been an active member of the Board of Directors since 2013, currently serving as President and chairing the High Adventure Awards committee.  Eric was an Interpreter in 1985, joined the SAA in 1996, became a life member in 2010 and has returned multiple times as an alumni Interpreter and volunteer. Eric is a Professional Engineer and Senior Director of Quality at ICU Medical and lives in Circle Pines, Minnesota.

    Membership may nominate Active Members to include on the ballot for the election to the Board of Directors. Send the nominee name along with a biographical resume and 10 supporting signatures from Active Members by September 15th, 2022 to the President using the Contact Us form (the deadline has passed) on the website .

    Additional Nominations. After publication to the active membership of the Nominating Committee’s recommendations, the membership may have thirty days to submit additional nominations for inclusion on the ballot provided that these nominations are: (1) made in writing, (2) accompanied by a biographical resume, and (3) are supported by signatures of at least 10 active members of the Association. The thirty days to submit additional nominations must conclude by September 15. Additional nominations must be received by the President. Any additional nominee meeting the requirements of this section will be included on the ballot with those nominated by the Nominating Committee.

  • June 12, 2022 10:51 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    This summer is the 100th season of the Northern Tier, and next summer is a celebration of the 100th anniversary. It also marks One Century of the Boy Scouts of America's National High Adventure programs!

    A new book about Northern Tier is coming out! Since the program started in the 1920s, much has changed, and you have been part of its story. Because of this, we want your book title ideas!

    Submit your ideas at https://bit.ly/3GwXmeQ


    (Photo: Canoe Base published in 1967; A Diamond in the North published in 1998)


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