We hope everybody had a great Scouting summer and has been taking advantage of all the great activities that Scouting has to offer. These last days of August mean that the Scouting season resumes in full-force in a couple of weeks, so here are your Four Things To Know for September!

• District Roundtable October 11
• Scout Day at the National Constitutional Center October 15
• Tri-District Camporee
• Cub Scout Fall Fest

Plus, Dates to Know and a new Fun Fact.

District Roundtable October 11

The Constellation District Roundtable is back! After a restructuring break, the first of our quarterly, in-person Roundtables will be on Tuesday, October 11 at 7:30 pm (location being finalized). Our theme for this Roundtable is Membership and Recruiting. Leaders and Committee Members from Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturing Units are encouraged to join us to:

• Learn how the District can help your recruiting efforts.
• Get ideas on how to promote your Pack, Troop, or Crew.
• Discuss options for Family Cub Packs and female Scouting in the District. 
• Share your ideas and experiences with other units.

Now that Roundtables are only once every three months, we hope you can make a special effort to join us for learning, sharing, and fellowship.  

Scout Day at the National Constitution Center October 15

Once again, the National Constitution Center is hosting a Scout Day on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA members can enjoy an action-packed day full of programs and activities, including theatre shows, interactive trivia games, workshops, and the opportunity for Scouts to earn Merit Badges. Discover more about the branches of the federal government, American elections, the jury system, and careers in the legal field.  The cost of the event is $14 per Scout and advanced registration is required. 

Want to register or learn more? 

• Call 215-409-6800 or email groupsales@constitutioncenter.org to make your reservation.
• Check out this list of Scout Day FAQs
• Other questions? Send an email to scouts@constitutioncenter.org.

District Camporee

Join fellow Troops of the Constellation, Minquas, and Baden Powell Districts at the annual Tri-District Camporee, being held this year October 21 to 23 at Green Lane Park (Perkiomenville).  This year's theme is Pirates of the Caribbean, and will include using knots to creating a Spanish Windlass, using map and compass to find buried treasure, and firing a cannon?!  It promises to a fun-filled weekend.  Come for the day or camp for the weekend.

Interested?  Need more information?  Planning on attending?  Space is limited to 50 Patrols: click here to pre-register and to receive additional information. 

Cub Scout Fall Fest

The Musser outdoor fun continues in October as we host our Cub Scout Fall Fest - a full day of programs designed to keep the adventure of Cub Scouting alive for the whole family! Join us on Saturday October 15, 22, or 29 for all of the excitement. Program will run 9AM - 4PM.

Activities are designed for Cubs and siblings of all levels and abilities, and will include: Archery, BB’s, Handicrafts, Pumpkin Carving, Bouldering, STEM, Nature, and more fun! All Youth participants will receive a Fall Fest patch.  Space is limited, so Pre-registration is required; walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

To download a flyer or to register, visit the Fall Fest website today.

Dates to Know

For a full list of Council events, check out the Council Program Update.

Popcorn Fundraising - Fall 2022

Popcorn sales have started and continue to November. It is not too late to get started!  To participate, check out the Council website or contact our District Fundraising Professional, Ryan Martin. 

National Youth Leadership Training 

Sept 30-Oct 1 & Oct 7-9 at Musser Scout Reservation

Click here for more information and to register. 

Quarterly District Roundtable:  Tuesday October 11

Cub Scout Fall Fest: October 15, 22, or 29

A full day of scouting adventures for the family.  Visit the Fall Fest website

Tri-District Camporee, Weekend of October 21 to 23

Scouts can join the other units in the Constellation, Minquas, & Baden-Powell Districts (Service Area 2 in Delaware and Montgomery Counties) for a weekend of fun and friendly competition. Click here for more information. 

Scouting for Food: Saturday November 12 and 19

Door tag drop-off on November 12 and food collection on November 19.

Fun Fact to Know

Treasure Island is a long-time Scout Camp owned by the Cradle of Liberty Council, situated on two islands in the middle of the Delaware River. It was the oldest continually operated Boy Scout Camp in the country from 1913 until floods led to its closing in 2008. Treasure Island has a long history in Scouting, including being the birthplace of the Order of the Arrow in 1915. 

The camp has been reopened and is operated by the Friends of Treasure Island; it is once again available for Scouts for free weekend camping and conservation projects. You can learn more or make reservations at www.friendsoftreasureisland.org. 

Key People to Know

Constellation District Volunteer Leadership (Key 2)

John Cluver, District Chair

Rob Shillingford, District Commissioner

Service Area 2 Professional Team

Ryan Martin, Team Lead and Fundraising Specialist

Rhys Wallace, Membership Specialist

Aaron Munson, Service & Program Specialist

Constellation District Website: Click Here

Constellation District Instagram:  @constellation_district 

Constellation District Facebook page: Click Here

Do you have news or photos on a new Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow induction, or anything else to share on the District's Facebook page? Contact our Public Relations Chair, Rose Sutkowski, to get it posted.