July 2026

Our annual Tohickon District Awards Dinner was a rootin' tootin' success! This year's Western-themed celebration brought together volunteers, leaders, and supporters for an evening of fellowship as we recognized the outstanding individuals whose dedication continues to strengthen Scouting across our district. From well-deserved awards to plenty of laughs and cowboy hats, the night was a wonderful reminder that the spirit of Scouting, and the people who make it possible, is truly something worth celebrating. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening one to remember.

Don't Get Rolled Over by Popcorn!

The Trail to Adventure begins with a successful popcorn sale! Join us for one of our 2026 Popcorn Kick-Offs to learn about this year's updates, new Waypoints incentive program, products, and resources that will help your unit reach its fundraising goals. Whether you're a first-time Popcorn Kernel or a seasoned veteran, you'll leave prepared for a successful sale. Stay ahead of your popcorn by attending a Kick-Off and setting your unit up for adventure!

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Membership Rally

Join fellow Scouting volunteers for an evening focused on building successful recruitment campaigns for Cub Scout programs. This rally will cover community marketing strategies, school and event recruitment, presentation techniques, joining night structure, and methods to improve family engagement and retention.

Date: August 20

Time: 7:00 - 8:30

Location: TBD

Membership Mixer Recap

Tech Talk

From Post to Parent: Building a Simple Recruiting System

Our recent Membership Mixer looked at how units can turn recruiting ideas into a simple, repeatable system. Rather than relying on a single flyer, Facebook post, or word-of-mouth invitation, the session walked through how to connect each step of the process: helping families find the unit, giving them one clear action to take, collecting contact information, following up, and tracking what actually leads to new members. The focus was on practical, free tools that any unit can use to make recruiting more organized and consistent.

At the September Membership Mixer, we will continue this conversation by focusing on the role of the Patrol Leaders’ Council in recruiting. Recruitment is not just an adult responsibility. When youth leaders are involved in planning activities, welcoming visitors, sharing what makes Scouting fun, and helping new families feel connected, recruiting becomes more authentic and more effective. Join us as we discuss how to connect the PLC, youth leadership, and unit recruiting efforts into one stronger membership plan.

This mixer is for Scouts BSA and Cub Scout leadership as well as youth leaders.

Date: September 29

Time: 7:30

Location: TBD

STAY INFORMED

COPE & Climbing Weekends

The weekend COPE program offers the opportunity for your Troop, Crew, Ship or Post to experience a team building program like no other. Low COPE consists of warm-up activities and initiative games in the field before moving on to the Low COPE course. This course includes 12 elements low to the ground, ranging from the Archimedes Bridge to the 12-foot Wall. Adults are invited to participate.

High COPE returns to OSR Fall 2026!!

Registration opens 6 months in advance. Click link below for dates and registration.

Reminder: Safeguarding Youth Refresher Training Has Launched

The new Safeguarding Youth Refresher Training has launched to help you renew this annual required training. 

If you have completed the full Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) course and it is currently active or has expired within the last 7 days, you are eligible to take the Refresher Training. 

If your full SYT training has been expired for 7 days or more, you will need to complete the full Safeguarding Youth Course again before receiving credit. 

If you have not taken the full 90-minute Safeguarding Youth Course, you must take that before taking the 20-minute refresher. If you take the 20-minute refresher but don’t take the full course, you will not get credit for SYT.

Participants taking the Refresher Training must successfully pass the exam on the first attempt to receive credit for the Y01 training code. If the exam is not passed, the system will automatically route you to the full Safeguarding Youth Course to ensure a complete review of the material. Once the refresher exam is failed, the refresher course cannot be relaunched, and the full course must be completed. 

The Safeguarding Youth Refresher Training will be available in English and Spanish in the Volunteer Learn Center under the following course titles: 

• Safeguarding Youth Refresher 

• Curso de actualización SYT 

Thank you for your continued commitment to safeguarding youth and helping ensure a safe environment for all. 

Popcorn 2026: Simple to Start, Strong Results

The 2026 Popcorn Sale is designed to be simple, effective, and worth your time. Units can earn up to 40% commission, with our average unit sale reaching $10,721. Even better, storefront locations are coordinated for you. Once you commit and set your unit goal, the Trail’s End team works to secure storefront opportunities in your area. All you have to do is claim them and sell.

This is one of the easiest ways to fund your entire Scouting year with minimal upfront work. Commit to the sale, enter your goal, and let the system start working for you.

New Military Family National Fee Waiver Available Through Scouting America online!

Throughout the year, the Council Range & Target Committee offers several different activities for Cub Scouts. For all activities, an adult is required to be present to satisfy the 1-to-1 adult participant ratio. Fall registration opens September 1.

Archery Adventure:

October 4

Slingshot Adventure:

November 1

BB Gun Adventure:

December 20

CUB SCOUT CAMPS

Summer Resident Camp at OSR

Ockanickon Scout Reservation is excited to announce that we are once again a Nationally Accredited Summer Camp! Thank you to all the volunteers and staff that made this possible. 

OSR Individual Summer Camper Program

The individual camper program allows Scouts to participate in Ockanickon’s program when their troop is not at camp. This program is perfect for Scouts who cannot attend with their unit or for Scouts that wish to come to camp again to earn additional badges or complete partially completed merit badges. Individual campers are hosted by another unit in camp; the camper becomes part of the host troop for that week – a great opportunity to meet Scouts from around the region. Over 80 different merit badges will be offered at OSR this summer! 

Trek Camp

Adventure Among the Pines

A Scouts BSA Pine Barren Adventure Camp

Kuweike means “among the pines” in the Lenne Lenape language. Kuweike Trek Camp is a specialty program that opens up the unique Pine Barrens habitat in South Jersey to Scouting!

The Pine Barrens is a special ecosystem in our back yard. There are things that grow and live only here. Explore New Jersey’s Pine Barrens while on a high adventure trek.

Test your Scout skills while hiking, cycling, and canoeing through one of the country’s most unique habitats — and earn your 50 Miler Program Award!

Attend provisionally or with your Troop.

Dates: August 16-21

Location: Pine Tree Education and Environmental Center

Venturing Camporee

"Shoots, Ladders and Paddles (SLP) III, is an event for Venturing Crews, Ships and Explorer Posts. Range and target activities, the climbing tower and the lake will be available. Participants can bring their own tents or use the adirondacks in a campsite. You will be sharing a campsite with other units. A communal Saturday dinner will be provided and we ask each unit to bring a dessert to share. Bring a game to play after dinner. This a great opportunity for recruitment."

Lens on Litter Photo Contest

Both Scouts and adult leaders are welcome to participate! What a great way to tie in with conservation projects.

Exposure Leads to Prevention

Enter to win cash prizes

Deadline: October 31

Chainsaw Work Days:

August 8

Campbuilder Days:

June 20

September 19

Click links below for more details and to register:

• BALOO - October 10-11 - registration opens May 1
• IOLS - October 10-11 - registration opens May 1
• NYLT - November 6-8 & November 20-22

PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES BEYOND THE DISTRICT

Don't miss out on some great Scouting events beyond your District!

• One World Observatory, NYC - offered Saturdays & Sundays at 9am
• National Scout Jamboree - July 22-31
• Trek Camp - August 16-21
• 2027 World Scout Jamboree

For more information regarding these Events please refer to the Council newsletter.

ANNUAL GIVING

Supporting Tohickon District helps our Scouts thrive!

Your support strengthens the programs, camps, training, and resources that give our Scouts the best possible experience—building confidence, leadership, and lifelong skills. When families support the Council, we ensure every Scout has the opportunity to grow, explore, and succeed.