NEW WEBSITES FOR WCC & OSR | |
New websites for the Washington Crossing Council and Ockanickon Scout Reservation were launched on March 21! The sites feature a new, cleaner look with easier navigation. The sites are also fully integrated with the calendar and event registration. | |
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Until April 7, special edition WCC and OSR gear is on sale in the pop-up shop. Items will ship in late April, so they'll be here in plenty of time for camp or other summer fun! | | |
PLAN A GREAT YEAR OF SCOUTING AT ADVENTURE CON | |
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Scouting Adventure Con is a new event that’s aimed at helping units plan their next year of program. This event will be a one-stop-shop to learn about all of the programing that will be happening in the Washington Crossing Council in the year ahead. Every unit will want to send at least one adult leader.
Scouting Adventure Con will be held at Bucks County Community College on Thursday, May 21. Booths will be open from 6pm until 8:30pm, but participants are free to come and go at any time during the evening.
This event is being designed to make it as easy as possible for participants to attend, feel informed on upcoming activities, and come away with a ton of great ideas for their next year of program.
All participants are asked to register in advance. Click the button in this article to sign up.
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CUB SCOUT HANDBOOKS: 25% OFF AT ADVENTURE CON | |
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New Cub Scout handbooks are being published this spring to support the program revisions! These will arrive in Scout Shops nationwide in late spring.
A special, one-time deal on handbooks will be available to packs who purchase the new books for their members at Scouting Adventure Con! Packs can purchase handbooks at the Adventure Con Scout Shop booth for 25% off the retail price.
This special price is only available for purchases made in-person at Scouting Adventure Con. Books will be on-hand to carry out.
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REMINDER: YPT & PA ACT 15 UPDATE | |
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As announced last month: To assist unit leadership in maintaining required youth protection standards, the council will provide notifications to individuals and unit key 3 members regarding pending expiration of YPT or (for PA units) PA Act 15 clearances. Individuals who do not have current YPT or PA Act 15 clearance will have their membership suspended. The new procedures will go into effect April 15.
Please see the full article in the March newsletter, which is available at the link below.
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SCOUTS BSA SUMMER CAMP AT OCKANICKON | |
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Individual Camper Program
Ockanickon’s Individual Camper Program provides an opportunity for:
- Scouts who can't attend camp with their troop, or
- Scouts who want to attend a second week of camp.
Individual campers will be hosted by another troop and can participate in all regular fun of summer camp! This is a great opportunity to get ahead in merit badges.
For information and sign up, click on button in this article.
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Merit Badge Offerings
This summer, Ockanickon Scout Reservation will offer over 80 merit badges from which Scouts can choose. This was one of the largest varieties of merit badge offerings of any camp around!
New to the line up this year are: Crime Prevention, Dentistry, Gardening, Home Repairs, Painting, Search & Rescue, Traffic Safety, and Sustainability.
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Summer Camp Planning
All of the general info about summer camp is available at the OSR website or at the button in this article.
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CUB SCOUT ADVENTURE CAMP AT OCKANICKON | |
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Easy, Turn-Key Experience for Packs!
The Cub Scout Adventure Camp program makes it easy for packs to attend summer camp, even with minimal camping experience. Each pack will have a campsite with canvas tents on platforms and two cots in each tent. Meals will be served in the air-conditioned dining hall. Daily program will be offered by the camp staff.
Program Offerings
The camp staff will be offering activities including swimming, fishing, boating, archery, slingshots, BB guns, climbing tower, nature hikes, and more. There will also be opportunities for Cub Scouts to work on several elective belt loops and pins. This is a great opportunity for packs to have fun while making memories that will last a lifetime.
Available Dates
There are two sessions, each running three days and two nights:
- July 28 – 30
- July 31 – August 2
Learn More
Packs can schedule an in-person or zoom presentation from the camp leadership to learn more! To set up a time, contact Scott Gift.
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FUN AT CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP | |
Cub Scout Day Camp is fun with a purpose! Cub Scouts are put into dens by age/rank so that age-appropriate activities can be offered. For instance, Tigers (with their adult partner) would have a simpler activity (like tying a square knot) and Webelos/AOL would have a more advanced activity (like tying two half-hitches). | |  |
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The dens rotate to different program stations throughout the day which include archery, gaga, crafts, STEM, nature, cooking, scout skills and, in most locations, fishing. Songs, chants, cheers, and laughter abound at day camp. The week concludes with a campfire program to which all parents are invited. Adult volunteers are welcome to attend. | |
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Day camps run throughout the council all summer. Here is the list of dates and locations:
- June 24-28; Core Creek Park
- June 24-28; Mercer County Park
- July 8-12; Rosedale Park
- July 15-19; Sauerland Outdoor Center
- August 5-9; Ockanickon Scout Reservation
Day camp runs each day of the session from 9am to 4pm.
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WCC SCOUTS RECEIVE GOOD CITIZENSHIP AWARDS | |
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Congratulations to the Scouts from the Washington Crossing Council who received the Union League of Philadelphia's Good Citizenship Award!
These Scouts were nominated by their units and selected by a council committee to represent WCC in this annual program for high school juniors.
From left: Tommy S, T71; Connor N, T91; Naishada K, T87; Cormac G, T67; Abigail B, T30; and Owen B, T147.
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SPRING EVENTS AT OCKANICKON SCOUT RESERVATION | |
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Scouts BSA & Venturing
Air Rifle Competition
April 14, 12pm-4pm
- At Ockanickon Scout Reservation. $5.00; no pre-registration required.
OA Induction Weekend
April 12-14
Wilderness First Aid & CPR (Ages 16+)
April 19-21
COPE Weekend
May 3-5 and 17-19
Pioneering Camporee
May 17-19
Cub Scouts
Super Cubs Campout
April 6-7
Archery Event
April 14
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Adult Leaders
Campbuilder Days
April 20
May 18
Chainsaw Work Day
April 13
May 11
Chainsaw Training Day
May 4
NRA Rifle Instructor Course
April 12-14
Wilderness First Aid & CPR (Ages 16+)
April 19-21
Cub Scout Baloo Training
April 20-21
Scouts BSA IOLS Training
April 20-21
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HERSHEY PARK DISCOUNTS FOR SCOUTS & FRIENDS | |
WCC Scouts and families can get a great discount on Hershey Park tickets! Tickets are valid for the entire season, but they must be purchased by April 30. Click the link below for the details and promo code. | |
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BALOO: Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
BALOO is an engaging training course that will cover everything Cub Scout leaders need to know to plan and run a pack overnighter. BALOO training is required for Cub Scout packs to go camping. The BSA requires at least one BALOO-trained person on each pack campout. BALOO is being offered Saturday, April 20, to Sunday, April 21, at Ockanickon Scout Reservation, 5787 State Park Road, Pipersville, PA.
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IOLS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
This is a training course for current/future Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters and other registered adults interested in improving their basic Scout Skills. Saturday, April 20, to Sunday, April 21, at Ockanickon Scout Reservation, 5787 State Park Road, Pipersville, PA.
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Wilderness First Aid and CPR/AED
Wilderness First Aid is required for high-adventure trips. Friday, April 19, to Sunday, April 21, at Ockanickon Scout Reservation, 5787 State Park Road, Pipersville, PA. CPR/AED (If needed) is offered Friday night (3-4 hours) starting at 6:00pm.
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Wood Badge
The Wood Badge course is designed to provide adult Scouters with leadership skills and experiences they can use in their home units. Participants will gain valuable insights and new connections with fellow Scouters. No unit leader will want to miss out on the opportunity!
This year, Wood Badge is being offered at Musser Scout Reservation in Pennsburg, PA. The course takes place over two weekends: May 17–19 and June 8–9.
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GOLF CLASSIC TEES OFF IN JUNE | |
The Washington Crossing Council's annual golf classic will take place on June 3 at the scenic Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland, PA. This highly anticipated event is a favorite among golfers! | | |
SCOUT SHOP & COUNCIL SERVICE CENTER HOURS | |
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Scout Shop Hours Regular Hours
- Monday-Thursday:10am-6pm
- Friday: 10am-3pm
- Select Saturdays: 10am-1pm
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Upcoming Select Saturdays
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DISTRICT NEWSLETTER FROM MARCH 2024 | |
Find copies of the most recent (March) district newsletters by clicking below: | |
The Washington Crossing Council has a number of special newsletters. Scouters may self subscribe to any of them by using this subscription link. | | | | |
