Congratulations to our 2024 Kernel Cup recipients Pack 1681 from Tamanend District! The Scouts from Pack 1681 joined our top sellers celebrating at Dave and Busters, along with their families, on Saturday, March 29! Everyone had a great time!

Washington Crossing Council total Popcorn sales for 2024 were $305,164 which is a 20% increase over 2023! Way to go!

Thank you to all of our Scouts and their families for your hard work!

Registration fee:

$18/youth & adult April 12th-18th*

*No registrations after April 18th will be accepted.

Scouting Adventure Con is aimed at helping units plan their next year of program. This event is a one-stop-shop to learn about programs happening throughout Washington Crossing Council in the year ahead. Every unit will want to send at least one adult leader to assure your unit is informed on upcoming activities, and come away with a ton of great ideas for next year!

Scouting Adventure Con will be held at Bucks County Community College on Thursday, May 13. Booths will be open from 6pm-8:30pm, participants are free to come any time during the event.

LOOKING BACK... 2024 Scouting Adventure Con

STEM NOVA AND SUPER NOVA PROGRAMS

Scouting America is phasing out the STEM NOVA and Super NOVA programs effective June 1. The Scout Shop has a limited inventory of Cub Scout Nova patches. Cub Scouts can continue to earn a NOVA award while supplies last.

Check with Michelle Cathers before working on this award. 

SPRING CUBARAMA

Register today for the Council Spring Cubarama at Ockanickon Scout Reservation on May 3-4. This years theme will be Medieval and feature 12 stations.

Troops, Crews, and Ships, we are currently looking for Unit volunteers to run stations at this event. This is a great way to get exposure for future Scout participants. If interested, please email District Executive Jason Ahing

Stations are assigned on a first come first serve basis, so reserve a station today!

2025 CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP

The days are getting longer, and the sun is setting later! Spring has sprung at Washington Crossing Council, and summer camp is right around the corner.

If you have not signed your Cub Scout(s) up for day camp yet, you better hurry!

Families who want to benefit from Early Bird Pricing must register for day camp before May 1!

On May 1, the price of Cub Scout Day Camp will increase from $225/week to $265/week. 

The success of our Cub Scout Day Camp is the result of many hands! We are on the lookout for adult volunteers and Den Chiefs.

Day camps are held at 4 locations throughout the council:

• Rosedale Park, Pennington, NJ July 7-11
• Core Creek Park, Langhorne, PA July 14-18
• Mercer County Park, W Windsor, NJ July 21-25
• Ockanickon Scout Reservation, Pipersville, PA August 4-8

Questions? Reach out to Kevin Ott

CUB SCOUT ADVENTURE CAMP - DISCOUNT DEADLINE

The deadline for the discounted registration fee is April 30.

The Cub Scout camp discounted fee is $275 per youth. Starting May 1, the regular camp fee is $300. Parent/adult fee remains $90. 

Cub Scout Adventure camp is the perfect opportunity to experience camping with your Cub Scout. The three-day, two-night camp provides an opportunity for Cub Scouts to participate in ten different program areas including: swimming, fishing, boating, archery, sling shots, BB guns, gaga ball, climbing tower, nature hike and more. The program is delivered by the Ockanickon camp staff. 

Food in the air-conditioned dining hall, tents and cots are included. All you need to bring is your personal gear and Cub Scout! 

For information contact, Michelle Cathers

Prepared. For Life. Career Readiness

Scouting’s motto, “Be Prepared” applies not only to the outdoors, but also the changing career and college landscapes. This year’s Prepared. For Life. Career Readiness event returns to the Trenton Thunder Ballpark to once again help Scouts develop the skills needed to stand out when applying to schools, jobs, and internships. 

Just as in years past, there will be representatives from a wide variety of professions as well as experts in college admissions and resume writing. Speak with folks from the top of their field in content creation, STEM, government, law enforcement, small business, and more! Interested in participating as business or professional? Click link below.

This year’s event is open to ALL HIGH SCHOOL-AGED Scouts regardless of rank. When registering, Scouts can enter up to 3 areas of interest so that they can be matched into applicable break out groups the day of the event.

Date: May 31

Time: 9am to 12pm

Location: Trenton Thunder Ballpark - 1 Thunder Road, Trenton, NJ 08611

INDIVIDUAL CAMPER PROGRAM

Have a Scout who can’t attend summer camp with his or her troop? How about a Scout that has a few partially completed Merit Badges they would like to finish? 

Coming to Ockanickon as an Individual camper is a great opportunity to earn additional badges or complete any partials. Individual campers are hosted by another unit in camp; the camper becomes part of host troop for the week – a great opportunity to meet Scouts from around the region.

Don't miss out! Discounted camp fee ends on April 30! 

2025 UNIT RESERVATIONS

A few spaces remain available for units to attend OSR Summer Camp. A unit can secure a week and make a deposit through their Tentaroo account.

Need assistance with an account? Contact Camp Business Manager, Michelle Cathers

SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY

Do you know someone looking for a unique summer opportunity? Serving on the Ockanickon Scout Reservation (OSR) staff is an opportunity of a lifetime. It offers an unprecedented chance to lead, teach and work with over 2,000 Scouts from the region. Staff members become a part of the OSR family and the excitement at camp!

Every staff member gets an opportunity to:

• Apply the leadership skills they’ve learned through Scouting. 
• Be part of a team that enjoys bringing Scouting to others. 
• Make connections and friends that will last a lifetime. 

Positions are available in many areas of camp including:

• Aquatics Staff (Minimum age 15)
• Aquatics Lake Director (Minimum age 18)
• Aquatics Pool Director (Minium age 18)
• Health Lodge Staff (Minimum age 18)
• Dan Beard First-year program (Minimum age 15)
• Maintenance & Trades Staff (Minimum age 16)
• Range & Target Staff (Minimum age 15)

Den Leader Training

Regional Training Meetings:

Friday, April 25 and Friday, October 10 at Ockanickon Scout Reservation in Pipersville, PA

Saturday, November 1 at Fisher Middle School in Ewing, NJ.

2025 Spring Scoutmaster Position Specific Training (SMPST)

This course will be offered:

Friday, April 25 - 6:30pm – 9:30pm

at Ockanickon Scout Reservation

2025 Spring Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)

The course will be offered:

Saturday, April 26-27 at Ockanickon Scout Reservation

2025 Spring Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

The course will be offered:

Saturday, April 26-27 at Ockanickon Scout Reservation

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Washington Crossing Council is preparing to send a Council contingent of Scouts and Scouters to the Jamboree. If you are interested in being a part of the contingent, registration is open. The 2026 National Scout Jamboree which takes place at the Summit Bechtel Reservation July 22-31, 2026.

SWING FOR SCOUTING

Registration is open!

There is a limited number of foursomes available. Don't miss out!

SPRING MILL GOLF CLASSIC

Sponsorships are available!

Don't miss out on a Sponsorship opportunity and/or program ad.

Each year, Washington Crossing Council produces an "annual report" that highlights the local impact of Scouting. This report is circulated to various constituents, including charter partners. It's a great tool to help all members of WCC speak about the things our council has accomplished.

A special thank you to the volunteers who work hard to make our program possible.

Click on image for larger view.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

Please DO NOT start a new application when attempting to update your membership renewal.  This applies to both youth and adults.

By doing so, a new BSA ID number will be created. In addition, the “new application” will have to be approved by the Unit Leader (youth) or the COR (adults). If there are any issues regarding renewals, please contact Anna Marie Pepper or contact the Council office.

Hershey Park Discounted Tickets!

Promo code: WCC

Offer ends April 30

Scouts at the Zoo!

Bring your Scouts to the Zoo for a day of animal adventures! Each ticket includes General Admission on April 27, alongside access to the Amazon Rainforest Carousel, SEPTA PZ Express Kiddie Train, Wings of Asia, and our onsite Keeper Chats.

If you have any questions, please contact our Group Sales department at groupsales@phillyzoo.org.

Faith Series Jubilee 2025

In conjunction with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops the National Catholic Committee on Scouting offers the Jubilee 2025 Activity. By offering this program the NCCS is lending support to the Jubilee Year.

From the USCCB: “Pope Francis stated in his February 2022 letter announcing the Jubilee 2025: "We must fan the flame of hope that has been given to us and help everyone to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit, a trusting heart and far-sighted vision. The forthcoming Jubilee can contribute greatly to restoring a climate of hope and trust as a prelude to the renewal and rebirth that we so urgently desire."

To earn this Activity Patch:

-1st thru 5th Grade - Complete 4

requirements.

-6th thru 12th Grade - Complete 5

requirements.

NOTE: This Activity Patch is only available until December 24, 2025.

Find copies of the most recent district newsletters by clicking below:

Washington Crossing Council has a number of special newsletters. Scouters may self subscribe to any of them by using this subscription link.