Ernest "Ernie" M. Crawford III is the District Executive of Chief Cornplanter Council. Ernie, his wife, Barbara reside in the Russell area. Their son Trevor, is presently serving in the U. S. Air Force.

Ernie holds an Associates Degree in Mechanical Technology and an Associates Degree in Math and Science. His prior work experience includes working as a store manager, an engineer, and a funeral director.

Ernie has been involved with Scouting for many years. He has held the title of Cubmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, District Committee Member, Cub Scout Training Member, Merit Badge Counselor, Popcorn Kernel, Boy Scout Camp Program Director and Camp Director, and has served as Chairman for many of our district events, most notably the Chairman of the Cub Scout Overnighter, where he makes sure that all of the Scouts and Scouters have a great experience. He is a recipient of the District Award of Merit.

Ernie will be preparing our district for the fall roundup. As we prepare for another great Scouting year, his experience continues to help provide a positive influence within our units. If you need to contact him, just give him a call at the Betts Scout Service Center, 723-6700, or better yet, stop in. The door is always open!

Office Manager

Joan is our Office Manager, whose responsibilities include registering all new boys and new units, processing charters, Trading Post Clerk, advancement report filing, Eagle paperwork and processing, assisting with issues of the Pathfinder. She keeps track of all fundraising, paying the bills in a timely fashion, all bookkeeping and financial record keeping and many other duties. Joan reports that she intends to have updates of unit accounts in the hands of unit leaders every month.

Camp Caretaker