Activities (Scouts)
2017 James J. Hill Days – Coaster Cart Derby Photos – Race Results – September 9, 2017
The Youth Win The Day! Over 250 race enthusiast turned out to watch the Scouts AND non-Scouts race their coaster carts at break neck speeds down the hill next to the post office during the James J. Hills Days event on Saturday, September 9, 2017. The winners 3rd Place – Cullen 2nd Place – Mitchell…
Read More2017 POPCORN SALE
SALE RUNS SEPT. 22-OCT. 29 “Prepared. For Crunchtime.” is Northern Star Council’s plan to help your unit have ONE fundraiser this year. Our trained popcorn staff and volunteers will help your unit plan and execute the best and most efficient fundraiser your unit has ever had. Last year Scouts earned over $1.3 MILLION for camping…
Read MoreAt the OA Hackathon 2017, Arrowmen will shape how the OA uses technology
This is what cheerful service looks like in the era of smartwatches, self-driving cars and Snapchat. The OA Hackathon, held Oct. 6 to 8 at the Intel offices in Folsom, Calif., will give Arrowmen a hands-on opportunity to reimagine the way the Order of the Arrow uses technology. Among the projects Arrowmen will tackle: Developing an…
Read MoreFlorida Sea Base staff safe after Hurricane Irma, but damage to base not yet known
All Florida Sea Base staff is safe and accounted for after Hurricane Irma leveled a direct hit on the Florida Keys, but damage to Sea Base facilities and vessels is not yet known. Florida Sea Base has two facilities in the Keys: the main Sea Base, located in Islamorada, Fla., on the end of Lower…
Read MorePolar Cub Winter Camping – Various Dates – Jan-Mar 2018
Get outside this winter and experience the magic of Polar Cubs day camp. We guarantee there is no better way to spend a day outside during a Minnesota Winter. A one day experience filled with plenty of fun, adventure, activity and advancement opportunities. Hot lunch will be provided in the camp dining hall for everyone. Your…
Read MoreJoin Us at Valleyfair Saturday, Oct 14, 2017 – Open to All Scouts, their Families and Friends! 🗓 🗺
All Scouts and Venturers are Invited to Attend the Lake Minnetonka Camporee on Saturday Discounted Park Admission $28.25* (a $53.00 Value – front gate price for All Day Saturday admission) Join us at the Lake Minnetonka District Camporee on Saturday when the park is open to all Scouts and Venturers, their Families, and Friends from outside…
Read MoreIT’S FALL DAY CAMP 2017 – Various October Dates
LOTS OF NEW STUFF I’m glad you asked. Fall Day Camp is a great introduction to Cub Scouting for new Scouts and a fun half day of adventure for the entire pack. Come down to any one of our five locations for a great time with our fun, high energy staff! WHAT’S NEW IN 2017…
Read MoreHow to help members of our Scouting family affected by Hurricane Harvey
When disaster strikes, the Scouting community rallies to help those in need. This was true when an earthquake and tsunami hit Japan in 2011, Hurricane Sandy struck the Northeast in 2012, and tornadoes tore through Texas and Oklahoma in 2013. This week, Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh shared ways that members of the BSA family…
Read MoreThis is how BSA members can participate in the 2019 World Scout Jamboree at SBR
The U.S. contingent logo for the 2019 World Scout Jamboree. The 2017 National Jamboree has ended, and the countdown to the 2019 World Scout Jamboree has begun. The 24th World Scout Jamboree will be held at the BSA’s new permanent Jamboree home: the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. It’s actually co-hosted by three Scout…
Read MoreBass Pro Shops Hosts Boy Scouts of America Month in September
Bass Pro Shops is hosting Boy Scouts of America Month at all U.S. locations this September. Throughout the month, Bass Pro Shops will promote Boy Scouts of America, offer merit badge classes, and provide opportunities to raise funds for Scouting projects. This is the eighth year Bass Pro Shops has recognized the Scouts with a…
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