June 19, 2026

The Pennacook Officers 26-27!


Photo L to R: Claire Lin, Secretary (Winchester), Charlotte Angel Burke, Vice Chief (Dedham), Ryan Titcomb, Chief (Amesbury), Ben Friesner, CEO, (Chelmsford), Katharine Benecchi, Treasurer (Chelmsford).


Congratulations to the new officers!


Liberty in Action 250th Anniversary Challenge Emblem


Full details here: https://www.scoutshop.org/liberty-in-action-250th-anniversary-challenge-emblem-665835.html

Summer Outdoor Adventure Challenge


"Clip Into Adventure!"

Make this summer about exploring, connecting as a family, and creating memories outdoors.


Challenge Period: June 15 – August 31


Complete a series of outdoor activities throughout the summer. Participants who complete 10 of the 15 challenges earn an exclusive Summer Outdoor Adventure Carabiner Tag.


Adventure Challenge List

☐ Take a hike on a local trail (at least 1 mile)

☐ Have a family picnic at a park

☐ Watch a sunrise or sunset together

☐ Identify 5 different birds, trees, or wildflowers

☐ Camp overnight (backyard, campground, or Scout property)

☐ Complete a family bike ride

☐ Visit a state park, national park, or nature preserve

☐ Go fishing

☐ Cook a meal outdoors

☐ Participate in a conservation project (pick up litter, plant flowers, etc.)

☐ Take a nature photo and share it with your pack/troop

☐ Build and fly a kite

☐ Spend one hour completely screen-free outdoors

☐ Learn and practice Leave No Trace principles

☐ Attend a Scout camp, family camp, or outdoor council event


Bonus Challenges

Complete any of these for extra bragging rights:

⭐ Hike 5 miles in one day

⭐ Watch the stars and identify three constellations

⭐ Paddle a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard

⭐ Visit a location you've never explored before

⭐ Invite another family to join you on an adventure


Recognition Levels

Bronze Tag: Complete 10 challenges

Silver Tag: Complete 13 challenges

Gold Tag: Complete all 15 challenges plus 2 bonus challenges


Open to all Scouting America families and friends.


Adventure is closer than you think—get outside and start exploring!

Calendar of Events


6/20 - Den Chief Training - Chelmsford, MA

6/25 - Salute to Scouting - Boston, MA

6/28-7/3 - Brownsea - Milton, MA

6/28-7/3 - NYLT - Barnstead, NH

6/29-7/3 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

7/3 - Independence Day - Office Closed

7/6-10 - Lexington Day Camp - Lexington, MA

7/6-10 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

7/6-10 - Climbing Camp - Milton, MA

7/6-10 - Storer Day Camp - Barnstead, NH

7/13-17 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

7/13-17 - Topsfield Day Camp - Topsfield, MA

7/13-17 - Bicycle Camp - Milton, MA

7/13-17 - Storer Day Camp - Barnstead, NH

7/20-24 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

7/20-24 - Aquatics Camp - Milton, MA

7/20-24 - Storer Day Camp - Barnstead, NH

7/27-31 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

7/27-31 - Maker-Space Camp - Milton, MA

7/27-31 - Storer Day Camp - Barnstead, NH

8/3-7 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

8/3-7 - Manchester Day Camp - Manchester-By-The-Sea, MA

8/10-14 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

8/10-14 - Scuba Camp - Milton, MA & Barnstead, NH

8/11 - Popcorn Kickoff - Virtual

8/13 - Popcorn Kickoff - Milton, MA

8/17-21 - Chelmsford Day Camp - Chelmsford, MA

8/17-21 - NEBC Day Camp - Milton, MA

8/17-21 - Eagle Week Day Camp - Milton, MA

8/18 - Popcorn Kickoff - Chelmsford, MA

9/7 - Labor Day - Office Closed

9/12 - Cub Leader Training - Chelmsford, MA


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Woburn, MA 01801

(617) 615-0004

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