Camping
Philmont staffer acted quickly when Scout arrived at cabin with serious cut on arm
Guest post: This story of an Eagle Scout’s heroism at Philmont Scout Ranch was written by Jane Parikh, public relations manager for the Michigan Crossroads Council. Josiah Bakker isn’t a doctor, but the Eagle Scout from Suttons Bay, Mich., knew exactly what to do when a Philmont hiker showed up on the front porch of his…
Read MoreVenture Crews 283 and 835 Head North for Two Unique Adventures
BWCAW and Quetico Provincial Park – June 12-22, 2017 Venture Crew 283 entered the BWCAW by way of the Gunflint Trail at Tuscarora Outfitters on Seagull Lake. Paddling against the wind through beautiful lakes towards America Point and Cashe Bay, they entered Quetico Park and paddled close to Spirit Falls. On their way they saw…
Read MoreGetting Together: 80 Years of Jamborees and Roundups – New at North Star Museum of Boy Scouting and Girl Scouting
In 1937, the BSA held its first National Jamboree in Washington, DC. Although the first National Jamboree had originally been scheduled for 1935, a polio scare in the Nation’s Capital postponed it until that time. Since then the BSA has gathered Scouts from around the country 18 times, and the 19th such gathering was held…
Read MoreThe history of Scouting and s’mores
The Girl Scouts are widely credited with inventing the concept of sandwiching a fire-roasted marshmallow between graham crackers and chocolate and calling it a s’more. So before we go any further, let me just say one thing on behalf of the millions of Boy Scouts and Venturers who have enjoyed these campfire treats over the…
Read MoreThe Cub Scout Six Essentials: A half-dozen items to pack on every campout or hike
A big part of Cub Scouts involves introducing boys to the fun and adventure of spending time outdoors. And if you’re going to spend time outdoors, you’re going to want the right gear. The Cub Scout Six Essentials, learned as part of the Wolf Rank, is a list of a half-dozen items every Cub Scout…
Read More2017 Fall Camporee – COASTER CAMPOUT AT VALLEYFAIR – Amusement Park open SATURDAY to Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturers, Families, and Friends – Information Packet Now Available – Oct 13-14, 2017 🗓 🗺
Coaster Campout – ValleySCARE Valleyfair – Shakopee Information Packet Now Available on Camporee Resources Page (link below). Park Admission $28.25* (a $53.00 Value – front gate price for All Day Saturday admission) October 13-14, 2017 Registration is now OPEN for the Lake Minnetonka District Fall Camporee. This will be a unique, fun-filled event where your…
Read More2017 SPOOKY-REE – Oct 13-15, 2017 🗓 🗺
A SCARY GOOD TIME Come to Stearns Scout Camp for a Spooky-good time. We’ll scare your socks off while you play games, eat candy, learn camp skills, and have fun. Don’t forget to bring a costume! WHO CAN GO? Cub Scouts, siblings, parents, and monsters are all welcome to attend. Please note, Vampires must bring…
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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