Holiday Hours - Scout Shop & Council Office | |
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As we look toward the December holiday season, we wanted to remind you that the Scout Shop and Council Office will be closed the following upcoming days:
December 23-26
December 30- January 2
During the holiday season we are especially thankful for the time and passion that each of you give to make Scouting possible!
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University of Scouting - Feb. 4 | |
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University of Scouting is the only time during the year where you can find the widest variety of training opportunities in all program areas: Cubs, Scouts BSA, and Venturing, as well as sessions for district and council volunteers.
Whether you are new to the program or a veteran of years, University of Scouting provide interesting courses for you!
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111th Pilgrimage & Encampment - March 10-12 | |
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Celebrating it’s 111th year, this annual event that honors the sacrifice of George Washington and the Continental Army, is the longest-running, continuous Scouting event in the world!
Join us and experience the historical significance of the American Revolution and honor George Washington’s Continental Army’s Winter Encampments.
WREATH – LAYING CEREMONY
FEBRUARY 18TH, 2023 – 9am - 10AM
ENCAMPMENT Weekend & day-long PILGRIMAGE
MARCH 10-12th, 2023
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Youth Protection Training Reminder | |
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Reminder- In order to be considered fully trained for Youth Protection, all modules must be taken, as well as the course test. The modules are:
SCO_3008 – Overview & Policies v2
SCO_3009 – Sexual Abuse v2
SCO_3010 – Bullying v2
SCO_3011 – YPT Certification Test v2
Thank you for doing your part to learn and follow the BSA's youth protection practices!
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COL Award Nominations - Silver Beaver, DULA, etc. | |
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Now is the time to think about the adults in your unit, district, and throughout the council who go above and beyond to serve Scouts and the Scouting program here in the Cradle of Liberty Council. Nominations are open for the Silver Beaver Award, District Award of Merit, and the Distinguished Unit Leader Award! | | | |
Resica Falls Offers an AWESOME Summer Camp Experience | |
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If you are looking for an ACTION-PACKED Scouting adventure next Summer, join us at RESICA FALLS!!
With a friendly staff, and a program that spans nearly 70 merit badges, plus exciting options like ATV, COPE, High Adventure excursions, and a top-notch 'Resica Rangers' First Year Camper Program, Resica has something for everyone!
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Program Guide Fall Edition | |
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The Program Guide is focused on sharing information that help units prepare for their upcoming program year. It includes upcoming events, program planning tips, and other resources from the various council committees. Check it out now and start planning an exciting program for your Pack, Troop, Crew, Ship, or Post! | | | |
Cub Day Camp - Dates and Registration Coming Soon | |
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Looking for a fun experience for your Cubs this Summer? make sure they join us for one of our weeks of Day Camp! We will be offering 10 weeks of Day Camp throughout the council, so stay tuned in mid-December for dates and registration to be released! | | | |
Year-Round Camping at Musser and Resica | |
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We have two beautiful camp properties for your unit to use throughout the year! Stay at camp for a weekend and enjoy the beauty of Resica or Musser in every season! Rent a cabin or campsite, go for a hike, enjoy some fishing, or teach Scout Skills - our camps are a great place for all of it! | | | |
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The COL STEM/Nova Committee is happy to offer monthly Nova Award programming for both Cub and Scouts. These awards are great opportunities for scouts to explore STEM within the scouting program.
The cost for each Nova Award session is $10 per scout and all of the requirements will be completed during these sessions, except for the Merit Badge requirement for Scouts BSA.
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2023 Northern Tier Contingent | |
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Our Northern Tier adventure takes place in the great North American Canoe Country from July 11-23, 2023. We will follow the spirit of paths taken by the traders in the 1600’s and paddle across the entirety of Quetico from the Ely Base in Minnesota to the Atikokan Base in Ontario or vice versa including crossing the US-Canadian border remotely, and features some of the best wilderness paddling around.
This is one of the coolest trips out there. Sign up now as a crew (of 8) or as an individual to be placed in a crew, there are a limited number of crew slots available for this trip, Details can be found here
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Give-Back in Service to Our Camps | |
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We are fortunate to have two beautiful Scout Reservations, and we need your help to keep them maintained and ready to welcome Scouts! Both Resica Falls and Musser have work days scheduled this Winter and Spring, and we'd love to have you join us! If you are helping for the day Saturday, ask about how to get a campsite for free that weekend!
To help at Musser, contact Ranger Lynn
December 10, January 14
To help at Resica Falls, contact Ranger Nick McKee
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Jewish Committee on Scouting Reminders | |
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The Jewish Committee on Scouting is proud to share about their upcoming programs and financial aid opportunities for 2022. There are several opportunities for Jewish Scouts to participate in excellent religious programs such as Kinnus, religious awards, and many financial aid opportunities.
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Upcoming Leader Training Opportunities | |
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Training opportunities abound this Summer and Fall! Whether you are looking for position-specific training, outdoor skills training, shooting sports training, or others, we have the courses to help you provide a great experience for your Scouts! | | | |
Upcoming Shooting Sports Training Opportunities | |
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We are excited to offer Shooting Sports training in multiple disciplines and training levels! Whether you are looking for rifle, shotgun, or pistol courses, we have opporunities to help you provide a great experience for your Scouts! | | | |
Everyone has a Superpower - WE NEED YOURS! | |
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Everyone has a superpower skill that you can use to help Scouting thrive, and we need your help!
A few skills we particularly need are:
- Skilled Trades - Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Roofing, Masonry, Contractors
- Email and Social Media Marketing
- Trainers
- Event leaders and volunteers
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