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Welcome to the official website of District M of Northern Star Council. Since 2007, our volunteer web team has offered this site as a resource to those individuals involved in the Scouting program. This site was originally built as part of Lake Minnetonka District, which was restructured in 2020 as part of the Units First initiative in the Council. Welcome Message
Journey To Excellence
Gold Award 2011-2012, 2016-2019
Centennial Quality 2007-2010
Silver Award 2016
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As the weather turns cooler, Troops and Webelos should start thinking ‘Crossover’! Troops should be reaching out to their local packs to invite Webelos (4th AND 5th graders) to visit or join them for an activity. Second-year Webelos leaders should be thinking about finishing up Arrow of Light requirements and start planning crossover ceremonies. Over…
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The New River Gorge Bridge (BSA photo by Randy Piland) The New River Gorge in West Virginia, a wild and wonderful adventure playground conveniently located in the Summit Bechtel Reserve’s backyard, has officially become our country’s 63rd national park. That’s great news for the Summit, which already takes full advantage of its proximity to this…
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Dear Northern Star Scouting Volunteer, We are currently working to pass a legislative bill that would allow youth organizations, such as ourselves, to distribute paper fliers in the schools and we need your help in a grassroots campaign for support of the bill. We are at a critical time and are asking for your…
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Venturers enjoy a bicycling trip in 2017. (Photo by Walter P. Calahan/BSA) After an Eagle Scout court of honor, with all the air-fives exchanged and all the red, white and blue cupcakes reduced to crumbs, it might feel like the end of a young person’s character-building journey. But for many newly minted Eagle Scouts, their…
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The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. One aspect is having our leaders trained in youth protection. The new YPT curriculum was introduced February 1, 2018 and is good for two years. That means that over the next weeks most…
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District M is very pleased to recognize two very deserving leaders with the District Award of Merit award recognition. They will be recognized at the Council Recognition Virtual Event on Saturday, March 20th. Kevin Dietz: Kevin joined District M from Crow River legacy District. He has served as a volunteer in many different positions, including…
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Main Topic: Planning a Fall Invite Event for Your Unit (Packs and Troops) District Commissioners Unit Leader Recognitions Order of the Arrow Updates Arrow of Light Transition And more . . . . . Don’t Forget!! Do you have a Cubmaster or a Scoutmaster you want to recognize? New to District M, each month, we…
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The right fit A poorly fitted helmet won’t provide the best protection. You’ll want the helmet to fit snugly on your head, and not shift when you move your head. You shouldn’t be able to easily squeeze a finger between the helmet and your forehead. Wiggling the helmet with your hands should wiggle your cheeks…
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Tim Burns enjoyed rock climbing in January 2019. (All photos courtesy of Ben Burns) It’s been 11 years since Tim Burns first spotted the Eagle Scout badge in his Scout Handbook. He knew he wanted it — though, like most new Scouts, he didn’t fully understand all the hard work it would take to get…
Read More JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL CELEBRATION OF OUR 2021 SILVER BEAVER RECIPIENT CLASS COME SUPPORT OUR NEW COLONY OF SILVER BEAVERS The Council Recognition Event is a yearly event to honor the wonderful volunteers whose efforts make Scouting happen. At the event, we will recognize the Silver Beaver Award recipients for the year, as well…
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Recruitment time for Scouts can be a stressful time for leaders trying to either gain more youth into your unit. Many of the promotions involved flyers to send into the schools, or postings in the community. Some have had success with school fairs or other events in the community, but that often requires a school…
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Sisters Ellie and Kiersten Lawrance recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout in Wayzata Girls Troop 283, making them among the first girls to earn the rank since the 111-year-old Boy Scouts of America, now called Scouts BSA, began allowing girls into the youth organization in February 2019. The sisters joined fellow Girls Troop 283…
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For years, the legacy Three Rivers District ran a successful Swim Program to assist Scouts in working on aquatics related advancements, and helped Scouts build skills and confidence in the water. We are happy to announce that the volunteer team that offered this program in the past has been able to develop a version that meets…
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With many of our units working through how to re-energize their Pack and find new ways to recruit, why not kick-off spring with a fun, safety minded activity for the community! Consider a Bike Rodeo as an option to bring the Pack together for a fun group activity that can be done outside while maintaining…
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We’re not fully back in the woods just yet, but momentum is building toward a return to normal Scouting adventures. This month, the Order of the Arrow wants to help you and your Scouts continue that momentum, recommit yourself to the joys of camping and prepare for a successful summer season in the outdoors. At…
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