Many of us have had practice or training when it comes to deciding the best methods in dealing with an emergency. Far too often when those fight-or-flight situations arise, it’s difficult for us to recall everything we need to know.

Luckily, there are written procedures, called Emergency Action Plans, that will have maps and guides on how to effectively address emergency situations, assuming they have been prepared and reviewed in advance at your office/event location.

Register and join us for the 113th Pilgrimage and Encampment - help at Fort Washington State Park March 7-9!

Full-weekend Encampment is FULL

Saturday-only Pilgrimage - Scouts of any age are welcome to attend for the day event, named the Pilgrimage, on Saturday March 8!

Click below to learn more and register your unit for this exciting historical event!

We have extended the Early Bird pricing until March 14 to help units who had trouble with the unit renewal process and lost track of Summer Camp Registration. Take the opportunity to sign-up NOW for Resica at a reduced rate!

Are you ready for ADVENTURE this Summer? Looking for a summer camp that offers exciting program in addition to nearly 70 merit badges?

Sign-up now for Resica Falls Summer Camp to take advantage of our early bird rates and join us for all of the adventure ahead next summer!

Looking for FUN and learning for your Cub Scouts this summer? Your kids are guaranteed to have fun with our hands-on STEM experiments, nature exploration, recreation, and more! We have something for everyone with six fun-filled themed weeks. Choose to come for just one or stay for all six! 

Registration for 2025 STEM Day Camp at Camp Garrison is LIVE - Sign-up now to take advantage of our best rates and join us for all of the adventure ahead next summer!

Looking for a fun experience for your Cubs this Summer? Make sure they join us for one of our weeks of Community 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!

Applications are now live to be a part of the Camp Staff at Resica Falls and STEM Adventure Day Camp! Join our team this summer and make memories that will last a lifetime, while working the best job you'll ever have.

Whether you are in a program area, helping with logistics, or another role - you make a positive impact on kids! Find out more and complete an application today.

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." This theme is focused on preparing Scouts for a life of purpose and impact as they participate in the once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Jamboree.

We plan to send six troops as part of the COL contingent, with the price being $2,300 per person. Sign-ups are now available for interested Scouts - click below and save your spot today!

The Cradle of Liberty Council’s “Ring the Bell” program recognizes best-in-class units that take specific actions in five different areas throughout the calendar year: safety, training, program, membership, and fundraising. Criteria are based on best practices and help ensure that we’re working together to foster safe, positive experiences for our members. The more bells your unit rings, the more recognition your unit receives!

Qualified 2024 units will be listed at scoutingphilly.org/bell by the end of February and honored at the Council Annual Dinner in April 2025.

NYLT – the National Youth Leadership Training – is Scouting’s premier leadership development course for young people in our program. NYLT works to instill core leadership concepts and offer fundamental leadership tools and techniques applicable in a variety of real-work contexts, especially in their home Troop, Crew or Ship. Upcoming courses are taking place at Camp Hart during the following dates:

June 21-26

August 2-7

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

Beginning September 1, there are several policy changes 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.

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.

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!

The COL STEM Committee is happy to offer programming for both Cubs and Scouts.

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 and the Boy Scouts of America have been partners for a long time. The fundamental purpose of the BSA 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

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!

Interested in getting trained in range and target activities (formerly called shooting sports) 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!