Weekly Council Newsletter - Oct. 1, 2021
Greater Hudson Valley Council
Only Two Weeks Away - Register Today!
Don't know what Thunderbird Games Haunted Harvest is? It the largest Council Cub Scout activity of the year. More than 40 Scouting games, fireworks, camping and loads of fun. For more information on Thunderbird Haunted harvest simply click HERE

  • If you are planning to camp, you MUST register by Oct. 12 - 8am
  • Registration fees increase on Oct. 8 - 5pm
Fall Is Popcorn Season!
Earn Money For Your Units & Help Scouts Learn Salesmanship & Business Skills.
Take Orders & Online Sales Are Happening Now
  • Take Orders End October 24th
  • Unit Orders due October 24th, 5PM
  • As of 9/6/21: Take Order Pick up is November 20th, Locations TBD
  • FULL PAYMENT IS DUE AT PICK UP
Rockland District Camporee
Oct. 22 -24
Bullowa
"When Pigs Fly Camporee" is an exciting event where Scouts will put their Scout skills to use while having a fun-filled, pig-packed day. The wearing of pig attire is encouraged!
October is a great time for recruiting! Here are some different ways you can recruit in October:
 
HALLOWEEN RECRUITING
• Find out where your local Trunk or Treats are in your community and participate!
• Pass out your unit's information when distributing candy on Halloween night.
 
SOCIAL MEDIA
• Have all members of your pack utilize social networks such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. to provide messages and information that will resonate with parents. Make sure your recruitment information is included. Take advantage of Geofencing to promote your unit events.
 
PEER TO PEER RECRUITING
• Existing Cub Scouts create invitations at a den meeting prior to the event and hand deliver them to their friends and classmates the week before the recruiting event.
 
PARENT TO PARENT RECRUITING
• Parents help promote Scouting to their child’s social circle through taking to their friend’s parents and handing out flyers in their neighborhood, religious education class, sports teams, etc.
Council Announcement & Important Dates


  • Reminder: effective August 1, 2021, all applications will need be submitted one of two ways:
  • Online applications through your Unit Site at www.beascout.org (Youth Only, Adults Must Mail in Hard Copy w/ Payment)
  • A completed hard copy with payment - sent to: Greater Hudson Valley Council, Registration, PO Box 974, Mohegan Lake NY 10547Questions about registration, or charters should be directed to ghv.registration@scouting.org. Scanned copies of applications will not be accepted after August 1, 2021.

  • The weekend facility rental site is open. Click here to reserve your weekend at one of GHV's four camping properties.

  • Covid Update: As of Oct. 1 all unvaccinated people must wear a mask indoors on all Council Owned Properties. Masks are strongly recommend for vaccinated people in builds on Council owned properties.


CLICK ON THE CAMP NAME OR LOCATION BELOW TO REGISTER

  • Sun. Oct. 3 - An Evening of Cooking Authentic Bibimbap  - ZOOM

  • Mon. Oct. 4 - Southern District Roundtable - ZOOM

  • Mon. Oct. 4 - Muscoot Roundtable - ZOOM


  • Wed. Oct. 6 - Delaware River Roundtable - ZOOM

  • Wed. Oct. 6 - Manitoga Roundtable - ZOOM


  • Tues. Oct. 12 - Dutchess Roundtable - ZOOM

  • Thurs. Oct. 14 - Heritage Roundtable - TBD


  • Oct. 22 - 24 - Rockland Fall Camporee - BULLOWA



  • Nov. 5 -7 - Algonquin Trek-o-ree - DURLAND

  • Sat. Nov. 13 - University of Scouting - SAVE THE DATE

Visit the GHV Calendar Page For All Upcoming Events


Note: If you would like your event/meeting added to the Council calendar please visit ghvbsa.org. Under Volunteer Resources on the top menu select District/Council Event Submission.
Jamboree on the Internet/ Jamboree on the Air is an exciting Unit and Scout activity! 
JOTI/JOTA is the world’s largest digital and radio Scout event promoting friendship and global citizenship from 15 to 17 October 2021. For more information visit;
Fall into Giving Tuesday
This year, Greater Hudson Valley Council has launched the "Fall into Giving Tuesday Campaign" Tuesday, Sept. 21 until Giving Tuesday on Nov. 30th. Celebrate Scouting through the fall by donating to local Scouting. Support current Scouts as they help their communities and grow leadership and life skills.

Fall into Giving Tuesday and make an impact in the lives of your local Scouting community.
Communicate With GHV
If you would like to physically mail any forms, please mail to: Greater Hudson Valley Council, PO Box 974, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547

You may pick up/drop off paperwork in person at the Camp Nooteeming Visitor Center. There are staff members available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am - 4pm. Other days by appointment.

Helpful Emails (these email addresses are monitored by multiple staff members and are the best way to ask questions):
ghv.Service@scouting.org - Questions about Unit Service, Programs, Etc.
ghv.Registration@scouting.org - Questions about Registration or Charters
ghv.Camping@scouting.org - Questions about Bullowa, Read, Durland, and Nooteeming
ghv.Development@scouting.org - Questions about Fundraising Events, FOS and Product Sales
ghv.Eagles@scouting.org - Questions about Eagle Scout Advancement
ghv.Support@scouting.org - Questions about my.Scouting and Scoutbook
ghv.Popcorn@scouting.org - Questions about the Fall Camp Master Sale
GHV Council Swag
Now is the time to get your Greater Hudson Valley Council gear for fall of 2021. You will be able to go online and order your GHV or READ custom swag unit October 31. Please take a look at the options on the website: Jackets, Shirts, Pullovers, Hats, etc. You can select the GHV Logo or the Camp Read Logo.
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