JULY 2025

A Message from our District Chair

Dear Hunterdon Arrowhead District Leaders,

As we enter the heart of the summer months, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for all that you do to guide, mentor, and inspire the scouts of our community. Your dedication to the Scouting movement continues to make a profound difference, shaping tomorrow’s leaders with each meeting, outing, and kind word of encouragement.

Summer offers us a unique opportunity—a chance not only to explore the outdoors and experience the adventure that is at the heart of Scouting, but also to pause, reflect, and renew our own commitment to its timeless principles. I encourage each of you to use this season to rejuvenate: reconnect with why you chose to lead, rediscover the joy of learning alongside your scouts, and revitalize your vision for the year ahead. I hope you enjoy your time at Summer Camp, or outings with your units and time spent with family and friends alike.

Never waver from the ideals that unite us: integrity, service, respect, and a steadfast belief in helping young people become the very best versions of themselves. The positive impact you have on the youth of our district is immeasurable, and your commitment serves as a shining example to all.

May this summer be a season of renewal for both you and your scouts. Thank you for your tireless devotion to the mission and spirit of Scouting with all of our Units here in Hunterdon. Together, let’s continue to uphold and celebrate all that makes Scouting so meaningful.

Yours in Scouting,

Christopher J Phelan

Hunterdon Arrowhead District Chair

2025 Cub Scout Day Camp

Camp is where memories are made to last a lifetime!

Passport to Adventure is in full swing! It's not too late to join in the fun!

Don't miss out... there is still one Cub Scout Day Camp with time left to register.

Location:

Ockanickon Scout Reservation

5787 State Park Road

Pipersville, PA 18947

August 4-8

Popcorn Kickoff

Popcorn Season is Popping!

Units—don’t forget to submit your popcorn commitment to reserve your spot at the Popcorn Kick-Off happening at the end of July! With a brand-new app and updated product lineup, this year's sale brings exciting changes you won’t want to miss. Packs and Troops that commit will get all the details and tools to boost their fundraising success.

Cub Scout Adventure Camp

Cub Scout Adventure camp is the perfect opportunity to experience camping with your Cub Scout. The three-day, two-night camp provides an opportunity for Cub Scouts to participate in ten different program areas including: swimming, fishing, boating, archery, sling shots, BB guns, gaga ball, climbing tower, nature hike and more. The program is delivered by the Ockanickon camp staff July 27 to July 29.

Food in the air-conditioned dining hall, tents and cots are included. All you need to bring is your personal gear and Cub Scout! 

For information contact Michelle Cathers

Get ready for a strong start—Fall Recruitment Season is here! Every Pack and Troop plays a vital role in welcoming new families to Scouting.

Upcoming Membership Rallies:

August 7 - St. Mark United Methodist Church, Hamilton Township, NJ

August 13 - New Hope Solebury Upper Elementary, New Hope, PA

Join us to get the latest tools, tips, and ideas to grow your unit this fall. Let’s make this our biggest and best recruitment season yet!

Fall Cub-a-rama

Join us for "Invention Convention"

STEM and Scouting collide at the Fall 2025 Cub-a-rama! "Invention Convention" invites Cub Scouts and their families to spend the day at Kuser Park playing the part of a mad scientist. Cub Scouts will design and build their own inventions, make crafts, play games, and participate in range & target activities!

When: Saturday, September 27

from 9am to 3pm

Where: Kuser Park, 390 Newkirk Ave,

Hamilton, NJ 08610

Cost: $20/Cub Scout, $10/Adult

Pushcart Derby

Conservation Committee Update

Helping to lower the impact each person has on the Earth should be a goal for every Scout. As adult leaders, helping Scouts become conservation minded starts by knowing how to find the BSA’s conservation resources and awards. One of the best conservation resources to have in a unit library is the BSA Conservation Handbook. The current version can be ordered through the Council Scout Shop. 

 Many of the outdoor awards are conservation related or have service projects that may require a conservation theme. Some are individual awards, while others are unit awards. They can be found here: Outdoor Awards. Each unit should be considering a conservation-related Good Turn project.

The history of the Outdoor Code and an introduction to the Distinguished Conservation Service Award can be found here: Conservation and Environment.

Questions and queries about BSA conservation topics can be sent to the WCC Outdoor Ethics and Conservation Committee Chair, Ray Hoskinson. The committee is also looking for conservation minded adults to help achieve Scouting's conservation mission throughout the council.

Den Leader Training

2026 Klondike Derby - Save the Date!

Hello Hunterdon Arrowhead District!  As you head into your annual planning for the coming year, please be sure to SAVE THE DATE for the 2026 Klondike next winter!

Where:

Memorial Park in Lebanon

67 Bunnvale Road

Glen Gardner, NJ 07830

When:

January 23-25

More details including registration will be coming soon.

We look forward to seeing you all there!  

HAD Information

HAD has several Google Group communities used for communicating information to HAD Scouters. 

If you want to be part of our google group communities use these links to sign up and be sure to answer the questions.  

Program Opportunities Beyond the District

Don't miss out on some great Scouting events beyond the Council!

• Design Like a Girl - Thursday, July 24 & Thursday July 31
• Hershey Park Scout Picnic - Friday, July 18
• Trenton Thunder Scout Sleepover Nights - Friday, August 8
• Eastern State Penitentiary - Saturday, November 15 (in-person) & Sunday, December 7 (virtual)
• 2025 Trenton Thunder Green Scout Initiative
• 2025 Jubilee Pilgrims of Hope
• National Jamboree - July 22-31, 2026

Additional information for these events can be found in the Council Newsletter.

Annual Appeal

Upcoming Meetings

Commissioner Meeting: August 4

District Committee Meeting: September 3

Next Roundtable: September 10

Scout Shop will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day and all Mondays through Labor Day!