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We are excited to announce that all of our 2017 Cub Summer Camp information is updated. Please visit the Cub Scout Camping Promotions page on the council website.   Get your Scouts excited about Summer Camp! Online you will find a bunch of resources to help you promote Cub Scout Summer Camp programs to your…

Celebrate the 4th of July Celebrate the 4th of July by decorating your bike, trike, or wagon and ride it in the Wayzata 4th of July Bike Parade. Mom or Dad can walk next to you during the parade. The parade is four blocks long and takes less than 20 minutes to walk. Everyone is…

Texting while driving is more than simply unsafe. In 46 states and the District of Columbia, it’s against the law. That includes all four states that are home to BSA high-adventure bases: Florida, Minnesota, New Mexico and West Virginia. Talking on a handheld cellphone while driving is banned in 14 states and the District of…

Join Our Adventure Summit Represent Scouting and volunteer with us at the fair! The MN State Fair is the best part about summer (outside of Scout camp!), and we’re part of the fun. The Adventure Summit is a mobile ropes course that youth participants can experience adventure on, while their families learn all the great…

Accidents are quite rare in Scouting. But when one does occur, it probably didn’t happen while camping. It likely didn’t involve backpacking, canoeing or climbing, either. The majority of Scouting accidents happen on the way to or from Scouting activities. They happen on the road. As a Scout leader responsible for driving Scouts or Venturers to Scouting activities, you should do…

You need just three ingredients to guide a Star Scout or Life Scout along the path to Eagle: pizza, soft drinks and conversation. Bob Czekanski has been there, tried that. And Troop 1 in Bolton, Mass. (part of the Nashua Valley Council) is better for it. Here’s his secret recipe. Decelerating toward Eagle Guys in Troop 1 used to…

As the seasons change and mosquitos emerge, we’d like to remind you to keep winter camping in your plans for next year. Please share the attached flyer for North Wind and Snow Base with your Patrol Leader Council. We provide the winter gear, training, and staff. Key dates to remember: Reservations open on September 1st…

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS Bring your family, Scout den or entire pack and join Minnesotans’ Military Appreciation Fund for the 13th annual Say Thanks Day event at Base Camp. Support our Minnesota troops by entering a 5K run or one-mile walk. Strollers are welcome. STICK AROUND AFTER THE RACE Families can enjoy post-race activities including: a…

The Fourth of July is just a warm-up for all the fun family festivals taking place in the Twin Cities throughout the month. Check out our list of them here! 6/30/17: Shakopee Happy Birthday America Parade | Lions Park | 10:30am | Popsicles and entertainment to follow. 6/30-7/4: Delano 4th of July Celebration | 559…

Are you a Wood Badge candidate looking for a ticket item? Roundtable! Are you just finishing a position in a troop or a pack and need a place to share all of your accumulated knowledge? Roundtable! Are you an individual that just needs to do more? Roundtable! Monthly District roundtable meetings are a very important…

Coaster Cart Derby Saturday, September 9, 2017 You are invited to the James J. Hill Days Coaster Cart Derby – presented by the Wayzata Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Lake Minnetonka District – Saturday, Sep 9, 2017. This event is open to boys and girls ages 6 -14 years old. If you are not…