Camping
Let’s be blunt about pocket knife safety
A sharp blade can be a useful tool when setting up camp, fishing or cooking. It can also be dangerous when used carelessly. Policies vary among packs, troops, councils and camps when it comes to what blade types and lengths are allowed. The BSA sets no official standard on knife length. But there’s one rule…
Read MoreLOTTERIES OPEN FOR 2019 HIGH ADVENTURE
LOTS TO DO 2019 may seem like a long time from now, but if your unit is planning to attend a High Adventure Base it’s not that far away! Starting to plan now will ensure you get the dates you need, and allow plenty of time to plan, fundraise and physically train for your trip.…
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 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 MoreIs Winter Camping On Your Calendar? 🗓
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…
Read MoreSpice Up Breakfast: How to Cook Pumpkin Spice Pancakes Using This Inventive #HandbookHack
Pumpkin-spice fanatics, rejoice! #PSL season is upon us and it’s here sooner and in more unique ways than ever before. But you know what? The holiday coffee craze is so mainstream and unoriginal nowadays that we’ve decided to take the feel-good taste from the traditional fall drink and spice up breakfast using a Scouting hack you can hone…
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