Have you ever been told that your insurance is dependent upon wearing your field uniform (which is a myth, by the way)? Well, get ready, because we’re going to talk about what types of insurance coverage are available and where to find more information on coverage for Scouts, registered volunteer Scouters, and chartered organizations involved in official Scouting activities.

All adult leaders in the council are encouraged to take Incident Reduction and Reporting Training. This free, approx. 45-minute course provides an overview of our organization’s safety policies, resources, and reporting procedures. Six Zoom webinar sessions are being offered this fall – registration is required. Leaders who have previously completed this course don’t need to retake it to count for Ring the Bell recognition this year.

Join the Cradle of Liberty Council and shooters from across the region to compete in the third annual Sousa Bowl, honoring none other than the father of trap shooting, John Philip Sousa! We supply the targets, ammunition and entertainment while supporting Scouting in the Cradle of Liberty Council!

There are 60 spots open - Bring a friend and sign-up today!

The Outdoor Adventure Lab is a program of the Cradle of Liberty Council, with the goal of harnessing the benefits of the outdoor education for all youth! We offer engaging and fun programs for teachers and school administrators to use Musser Scout Reservation for your next Field Trip! Contact Outdoor Adventure Lab Director Halia to learn more and schedule a trip!

Join Scouts from across the Cradle of Liberty Council for the 2026 Liberty Jam, our council Camp-o-Ree celebrating 250 years of American independence!

Join us May 1-3, 2026 at Green Lane Park to experience a weekend packed with adventure, fellowship, and patriotic spirit as we honor the past and build the future!

From high-energy activities to patriotic fun, this is the event of the year you won’t want to miss.

Registration is live, so be sure to mark your calendars and register now to join us!

Registration Now Open for 2026!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Resica Falls in 2026! Expereince the magic of Resica like never before with next years theme, Curse of the Mystic Waters! Be part of the excitement and join us this Summer!

If your unit is interested in a camp promotion, email us!

Good news - my.Scouting.org now allows for NRA and USA Archery certifications to be recorded in your my.Scouting profile! To be able to connect units interested in a Range program with certified instructors, we are asking anyone with an active certification to submit it so we can add it to your profile. Click the button to email your certifications, and we'll upload them!

Cradle of Liberty Council, Scouting America is proud to announce it has been approved to receive funding through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program. Pennsylvania’s EITC Program awards TAX CREDITS to businesses that make contributions to qualified organizations such as the Cradle of Liberty Council. 

The next National Jamboree will take place from July 22-31, 2026 at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. The theme for the 2026 National Jamboree is "Elevate."

The 2026 National Jamboree promises nonstop action, high adventure, and unforgettable memories for every Scout. From 36 miles of epic mountain biking trails (designed by Gravity Logic!) to roller coasters of adventure like zip lines, climbing walls, and water sports—this is where adventure ELEVATES to the next level.

We currently have a waitlist for Scouts interested in attending with the Cradle of Liberty Contingent. If you want to attend - Join the waitlist so we know how much additional interest there is!

The 2026 Jamboree Band is now forming and is looking for musicians. This Jamboree staff band is made up of registered Scouts and Scouters and will supply music for ceremonies, events, concerts, shows, and will entertain the many thousands of scouts and visitors to the National Jamboree. The repertoire includes popular and patriotic music, marches, and pep band tunes. Young/adult staff are ages 16 - 29. Adults 30+ may apply, however initial preference will go to youth/young adult staff. All positions open including drumline. For information about the staff band and how to apply, please visit jamboreeband.colbsa.net or email the director George Pinchock at pinchock@aol.com

Join us March 6-8, 2026 at Fort Washington State Park as we honor the sacrifice of George Washington and the Continental Army, as part of the the longest-running, continuous Scouting event in the world!

Scouts will learn about life in the Continental Army, with special guest reenactors helping to make it feel like you are stepping back in time to the American Revolution.

Want to Enhance Your Leadership Skills?

Join us May 29-31 and June 13-14, 2026 for a fun, exciting, and action packed program! Wood Badge is designed to provide members with leadership skills and experiences they can use in Scouting, business, and life. The course teaches the best in modern leadership theories in the context of traditional Scouting activities.

Scouts BSA is launching "Scouts BSA Advancement Demystified: Separating Myth from Reality," a monthly webinar series designed to clarify advancement procedures for troop leaders, parents, and Scouts.

The series begins October 1st at 8pm Eastern and will be held on the first Wednesday of each month. The inaugural session, "Advancement Myths – BUSTED!" focuses on correcting common misconceptions about advancement requirements.

Pack meeting resources have existed in a variety of books, websites and other media over the years. Now, the official Scouting America pack resources page has been refreshed to reflect the latest program updates and to account for the wide variety of pack and den sizes common in Cub Scouting today.

Whether you have a giant pack or a tiny pack, the new Cub Scout pack meeting resource page is for you.

To help make Den meetings fun, simple and easy, the Cub Scouting Committee has just launched Den Meeting Card Decks – a unique, rank-specific resource for Den Leaders. Each deck contains QR-code-enabled with step-by-step instructions for all required Adventures, plus a few Electives. Bonus cards feature fun games to energize any meeting.

The World Scout Jamboree is held every four years around the world. The next Jamboree will be held in Gdansk, Poland in the summer of 2027 and will have approximately 45,000 Scouts and leaders from over 140 countries in attendance. Participants must be between age 14-17 at the start of the Jamboree on July 30, 2027.

For more information about the World Jamboree, visit https://www.jamboree2027.org

To sign-up for the US Contingent email list to be updated when registration opens, visit https://wsj2027.us

Scouting America is discontinuing its national STEM Nova and Super Nova Awards program. Our council will continue to create and administer its own STEM award programs. This change took effect on June 1, 2025. With this change, NOVA and SuperNOVA counselors and awards will no longer be added to ScoutBook.

In the fall, our council's STEM committee will provide more information on the initiatives we will undertake to continue STEM education in the Cradle of Liberty. Visit scoutingphilly.org/STEM for updated information in the fall of 2025.

Looking for a way to help us make improvements at Musser Scout Reservation? Want to find a project that your unit can work on together that you and others can enjoy?

Consider joining the Adopt-a-Cabin/Campsite program at Musser! Units who adopt a cabin or campsite help us to revitalize camp, and get free camping weekends as a thanks for their service.

To learn more and get involved, contact Ranger Lynn

This is a reminder that on September 1, 2024 several policy changes went into effect regarding how Scouts can participate in Range and Target Activities (formerly called Shooting Sports) within the Scouting program. It is important to review the changes to be sure your unit is following the new policies.

While there are limited changes at the Cub Scout level, unit leaders in Troops, Crews, Ships, and Posts should review the changes before your next shooting sports activity is planned.

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!

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

To help at Resica Falls, contact Ranger Nick McKee

The Jewish Committee on Scouting is proud to share about their upcoming programs and financial aid opportunities. 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.

Conservation has been a part of the Scouting program since its inception. The fundamental purpose of the Distinguished Conservation Service Awards program is to encourage learning by the participants and to increase public awareness about natural resource conservation. Understanding and practicing sound stewardship of natural resources and environmental protection strengthens Scouting’s emphasis on respecting the outdoors.

Learn more about the Distinguished Conservation Award

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!

Interested in getting trained in range and target activity disciplines so you can provide a safe and fun program for Scouts? Learn more about the many range and target activities trainings we are offering!