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

On behalf of the Camping & Properties Committee, we wanted to let you know that due to the rising occupancy and maintenance costs to operate our camps, we have made the decision to increase pricing on cabins and campsites at both Musser and Resica Falls.

This is the first time we have updated pricing on all facilities in more than a decade. In making the decision we considered both the cost to operate the individual facility and the camp overall, as well as the number of people each facility holds. We worked hard to keep the facilities affordable and comparable with similar options at other camps.

Please reach-out to camping@colbsa.org with any questions. We appreciate that many of our units use both Musser and Resica Falls each year for your camping trips, and hope that will continue!

We are excited to announce the release of the dates and registration for the 2023 STEM Adventure Day Camp at Camp Garrison! All youth are invited to join us for a Summer filled with outdoor fun, experiments, and camp activities offered across six different week-long sessions! Sessions run June 26 - Aug 4.

Each week has a different theme so your kids can attend multiple weeks without each week being the same!

The Cradle of Liberty Council is excited to announce the start of a new program at Musser Scout Reservation - the Outdoor Adventure Lab!

The Outdoor Adventure Lab is a subsidiary of the council with the goal of harnessing the benefits of the outdoor education to provide programs such as field trips, weekend programs, and STEM Adventure Day Camp that allow youth and adults to develop character, leadership, and confidence.

Introducing a different kind of spring fundraiser for units...

Get Pledges and Take a Hike!

Units earn a 55% commission on all money raised to support your Scouts' adventures like summer camp, high adventure experiences, equipment, or anything Scouting-related.

Units may hike on their own or participate in a district- or council organized hike.

Join us for the kickoff webinar on March 9 to find out all the details and get your questions answered!

SCOPE/OLYMPIA is an international exchange program that brings together Canadian and American Scouts and Scouters for an extended weekend of fun program and fellowship. Scouts from both countries will have a chance to enjoy a weekend of adventure, participating in the exciting programs that both Resica Falls and the Poconos have to offer!

Looking for a fun experience for your Cubs this Summer? make sure they join us for one of our weeks of Day Camp! We have four Day Camps, plus the STEM Adventure Day Camp, for your Cubs to choose from!

Registration is live, so click the link below to learn more!

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!

The new version of the Program Guide is now available! This resource, updated quarterly, focuses 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!

We are excited to offer Shooting Sports training in multiple disciplines and training levels! Upcoming Courses include:

April 29 & 30 - Muzzle-loader Black Powder

May 6 - BB & Archery Rangemaster

Learn more about these and other courses at the link below!

The Jamboree Band is now forming and is looking for musicians. The staff (Service Team) band will supply music for ceremonies, events, concerts, shows, and will entertain the many thousands of scouts and visitors to the National Jamboree. Repertoire will include popular and patriotic music, marches, and pep band tunes.

Scout/scouters/musicians Scouts or Venture scouts may apply. Adults (35 and up) may apply, however initial preference will go to youth staff. For information about the band and how to apply, please visit jamboreeband.colbsa.net or email the director George Pinchock at Pinchock@aol.com

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!

Join us on March 4th for the Philadelphia Wings Lacrosse Scout Day and Brunch. Enjoy a pre-game Scout only brunch with Wingston from 9:30-11:30am, and then cheer-on the Wings as they take on the New York Riptide.

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.

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

March 11, April 1, May 13

To help at Resica Falls, contact Ranger Nick McKee

April 1, May 13, June 3

The Jewish Committee on Scouting is proud to share about their upcoming programs and financial aid opportunities for 2023. There are several opportunities for Jewish Scouts to participate in excellent religious programs such as Kinnus, religious awards, and many financial aid opportunities.

Learn more about the Jewish Committee and these programs here.

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!