Camping
Third Annual Base Camp Backyard Family Campout
Join us for Base Camp’s third annual family campout as we return to the wild surroundings of neighboring Fort Snelling State Park! Join a guided two-mile hike from Base Camp to the private group campsite along the bank of the Minnesota River – no heavy hauling required, an equipment shuttle will be available both days!…
Read MoreLION SCOUTS, DID YOU KNOW THAT THERE’S SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM JUST FOR YOU?!
TIGER DAY CAMP Tiger Day Camp is a single day program designed just for current Lion Scouts (entering 1st grade in the fall). You will have a chance to try out all of the favorite camp activities such as swimming, archery, bb guns, crafts, nature and bounce pillow! Staff will guide you every step of the…
Read MoreAshton Kutcher was a Scout, hiked Philmont and supports BSA efforts to welcome boys and girls
Ashton Kutcher, star of TV and movies and the original social media influencer who in 2009 became the first account to amass 1 million Twitter followers, was a Scout and hiked at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. The star of That ’70s Show took to Twitter on Thursday to offer his support for the BSA as…
Read MoreLost & Found Items – Spring Camporee 2018
The following items were left at the Spring Camporee 2018. Please contact me so that we can arrange for a pickup! Thank you. Scott Janke District Vice Chair and Key 5 Scott.Janke@lmdbsa.org 612-367-7662 Post expires on Thursday June 14th, 2018
Read MorePlan Your Cub Summer Camping Now! Schedule a Cub Camping Presentation with a Camping Representative
Adventure Awaits You! Cub Scout Summer Camp is the highlight of every Cub’s year. From Lion Scouts completing their first year to Arrow of Light, there is a camp for you this summer. Earn multiple requirements for advancement while at camp, have great activities, and enjoy a great time. To make sure you you Scouts…
Read MorePenn State says wilderness is too risky for outdoors clubs
By ASSOCIATED PRESS | PUBLISHED: April 23, 2018 at 2:30 pm STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — A near-century-old outdoor recreation club will now refrain from going outside because it is too dangerous out in the wilderness, according to officials at Penn State University. The Penn State Outing Club, originally founded in 1920, announced last week that the university…
Read MoreFall Camporee 2018 – Horse Ranch Campout – Oct 12 -14, 2018 – SAVE THE DATE
Come join your fellow Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Webelos from Lake Minnetonka District for Fall Camporee 2018 – Horse Ranch Campout – October 12 – 14, 2018. The venue is located on 480 private acres in Carver, Minnesota, on the shores of the beautiful Minnesota River. This location is fantastic! There are dense woods, open…
Read MoreWHAT ARE CAMPERSHIPS?
FUND ASSISTANCE Thanks to the generosity of donors, we have a designated financial assistance fund for youth in need. Throughout the year grants are made from this fund to ensure all youth have the opportunity to experience the excitement of our camps. ELIGIBILITY FOR A CAMPERSHIP? Only youth who are registered members of the Northern…
Read MoreMany Point Scout Camp Work Party – Jun 1- 8, 2019
WORK PARTY Come help get Many Point Scout Camp ready for this coming summer camp season. Food, lodging, fellowship and a special recognition are provided. Both skilled and general labor is needed. It’s fun! Here are some of the types of projects that need to be done this year: Carpentry Update support on remodeled latrines…
Read More8 simple ways to be a safer driver when transporting Scouts and Venturers
As Scouts and Scouters, our preferred mode of transportation involves our feet, a paddle or two bicycle wheels. But even the most adventurous Scouting journey begins in a vehicle. When that happens, you, as the driver, are responsible for safely transporting Scouts and Venturers there and back. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. That makes now…
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