March 13, 2026

Crossover Camp

For Arrow of Light Scouts Crossing Over and All Scouts Working Towards First Class

Friday, May 1st- Sunday, May 3rd

Are you looking to have fun as a new Crossover Scout? Do you want to learn all the basics of the Scouting program, with a fun group of new friends, and the most fun counselors imaginable? If you’re looking for a strong and structured program, come to Crossover Camp! We strive to promote fun and the learning of basic skills in a patrol environment, where rank requirements will be covered organically.

The program provides a comprehensive plan to all campers, leading to completion of many of the outdoor requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class ranks. Scouts who have just crossed over, or may be new to Scouting, will find this program ideal. The goals: to give all campers confidence in their newfound outdoor skills, and to develop a strong beginning along the Scouting trail for advancement.

Some requirements we strive to do over the weekend:

• Safe Hiking and the Buddy System (Req. T5a, T5b, T5c, F5c, F5d)

• Map and Compass (Req. S3a, S3d)

• Totin’ Chip (Req. T3d, S2a)

• Firem’n Chit (Req. S2b, S2c)

• Basic Scout Knots (Req. T3a, T3b, T3c, S2f, S2g)

• Basic First Aid and Carries (Req. T4a, T4c, S6a, S6b, S6c, S6d, S6e, F7a, F7b F7c)

NEBC is located at 411 Unquity Rd., Milton, MA.

Contact Information: For more information and questions, please contact NEBC@scouting.org.

Don’t miss out on this amazing event! Scouts from all over Massachusetts are invited to participate in the 2026 Scouting Report to the Commonwealth. On Tuesday, April 23rd, Scouts will meet at Nurse’s Hall at the State House in Boston at 9:30am. Scouts will parade into the Senate Chamber, State-wide statistics will be shared with our state officials, and a group photo will be taken. Tours of the State House afterwards are also available. This is a FREE event! There will be an optional Freedom Trail hike following the ceremony.

The Spirit of Adventure Council Leadership Team wants to hear from you!

The council leadership team kicked off 3 of 6 fireside fireside chats. They are being held throughout the council footprint. This is an opportunity to hear about all of the great things the council collectively has been doing as well as the direction that we are going. It also is a chance for us to meet and listen to our most valued resources, our volunteers. We will listen to question, concerns, and suggestions.

The Remaining Fireside Chats:

Date TBD – Hosted by Flintlock District – American Legion Post – 357 Great Rd., Bedford – https://meet.google.com/xym-mxdm-gyk

Thursday, April 9, 7:00pm – Hosted by Great Eastern District – Topsfield Fair Clubhouse – 207 Boston St., Topsfield – Virtual Link TBD

Thursday, June 4, 7:15pm – Hosted by West Wind District – First Congregational Church – 18 Andover Rd., Billerica – Virtual Link TBD

Anyone can attend these Fireside Chats regardless of where you live. If a chat in a different district fits your schedule better, please join us!

If you have any questions or topics you would like to see covered or answered, feel free to send those to us in advance. Please send questions/topics to Jonathan.pleva@scouting.org .

These are open to all Scout Leaders. Hope to see you there!

New Program Registration System

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve the registration experience, Spirit of Adventure Council is transitioning to a new event and registration system called CouncilWare. This system will streamline the process for camp rentals, district events, summer camp sign-ups, and other council programs. It will provide a more efficient experience for both customers registering for events and for council reporting on the back end.

You can help us begin this transition by creating an account at:

https://mycouncil.scoutingboston.org/

Once your account is created, you will be able to view events you have registered for and, for those involved with District operations, events you are helping to manage.

One important change involves how Spirit of Adventure Council member discounts are applied. During registration for programs such as merit badge classes or summer camp, you will be asked to enter the member ID for the youth you are registering. This ID can be found in your (or their) my.scouting.org account.

As with any new software rollout, there may be some initial issues as we work through the transition. We appreciate your patience and support as we implement this new system.

Council Alumnus of the Year

The Council Alumnus of the Year Award is Scouting Alumni’s highest recognition. This award was established to recognize alumni of Scouting America who, over a sustained period, have used the skills and values they learned through their association with scouting to make significant and long-lasting contributions to the scouting alumni movement, to scouting in general and their communities. This is not meant to be another Person of the Year, Good Citizen, or general Philanthropist award.

Please provide;

Name and Address of Nominee
SCOUTING ALUMNI CONTRIBUTIONS: Please describe how the Nominee has contributed significantly to the promotion and/or advancement of the BSA at the local district or council level through Alumni efforts over a sustained period of time through word and/or deed. Include activities, leadership, and specific accomplishments or impact on behalf of Scouting alumni. (Describe in 500 words or fewer.)
COMMUNITY AND CAREER CONTRIBUTIONS: Please describe how the nominee has contributed significantly to the reputation of the BSA through community service and / or distinguished themselves within their chosen career or avocation. (Describe in 200 words or fewer.)
Additional Information: Nominators may attach supporting documentation (up to 3) as deemed necessary. (Supporting documentation may include news articles, letters of support, etc.). This award is not a person-of-the-year, general lifetime achievement, or a different version of the Silver Beaver Award.
Nominations can be sent to; Steve.Burrill@scoutspirit.org No Later Than Friday March 27, 2026.