Camping
CUB SUMMER CAMP – ALL PROGRAMS NOW OPEN
SUMMER is the time of warmer weather and longer days, but it is also time to register your family for Cub Scout Summer Camp! This year you can look forward to classic activities such as swimming, archery and campfire programs along with some new activities including 3Doodlers and Paddle Boats! REGISTRATION FOR ALL PROGRAMS IS…
Read MoreFive things I learned taking my son to our first Scout summer camp
The author’s son, who attended his first Boy Scout summer camp this year. When my son crossed over from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts earlier this year, the leaders of his new troop made their philosophy on summer camp quite clear: If your kid goes to camp that first summer, it greatly increases the chances…
Read MoreOngoing fire risk forces Philmont to close backcountry for remainder of summer
Philmont Scout Ranch announced Thursday that extremely dry conditions and the continuing risk of fire have forced it to close its backcountry for the remainder of the 2018 summer season. This means all seven- and 12-day treks scheduled for this summer are canceled. Individual backcountry programs, including Rayado, ROCS, Trail Crew, STEM and Ranch Hands…
Read MoreKeeping your cool: Five tips for better Scouting in the heat
As temperatures climb to triple digits, it’s important for Scouts to remain prepared and safe as they set out on their next great summer adventure. For a quick refresher on how to keep cool this summer, I checked with Bev Singel, a registered nurse and the BSA’s health consultant. Here’s what she says: 1. Go…
Read More2018 Work Party Recaps for Many Point, Kiwanis, Tomahawk, and Rum River Scout Camps
MANY POINT WORK PARTY ON JUNE 2 150 people Wood Lodge Restroom Remodel Ten Chiefs Shower house Remodel KIWANIS OA WORK PARTY ON APRIL 21 21 people Cut some hazard trees and hauled the brush. Pack and Troop 9169 out of Stillwater had 10-12 work days here with various members of their units over the…
Read MoreFive simple ways to make your campsite a little more comfortable
Going camping with Scouts gets you out of your comfort zone, but that doesn’t mean your campsite needs to be uncomfortable. After a full day of Scouting adventures, you’re ready to relax at camp. By following the five tips below, powered by our friends at Thermacell, you can make roughing it a little less rough. Most…
Read MoreDISCOVERY DAY CAMP FOR ALL KIDS
Looking for a week long day camp program for your kids? Well look no further! Discovery Day Camp is a 5 day program open to ALL youth in Kindergarten – 8th grade. We will be offering this program for 7 weeks this summer at 5 different locations! Base Camp (Fort Snelling) Phillippo Scout Reservation (Cannon…
Read MoreGWIN CENTER GETS A MAKE OVER!
SEE THE PHOTOS Thanks to dedicated volunteers Bruce Paulson, Rich Koechlein, Reggie Rasner, Arron Rasner, Craig Turner, Chad Cooper, Glenn Ohearon, Kurt Furman, Cindy Benson, Charles Wangerin and the leadership of camp rangers Bob and Don Benson the Gwin Center looks brand new!Visit us and you’ll see: Remodeled restrooms. New chairs and tables. All new…
Read More2019 World Scout Jamboree registration is now live for BSA members
The U.S. contingent logo for the 2019 World Scout Jamboree. The theme of the 2019 World Scout Jamboree is “Unlock a New World.” Now you’ve got the keys. Registration for the 2019 World Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve is live. This means prospective youth participants, adult volunteers and staffers — known in World Scout…
Read More2018 Spring Camporee – IRON CHEF COMPETITION – *** UPDATED *** INFORMATION PACKET (all the details) RELEASED – Make Plans Now to Join Us!
Spring Camporee 2018 IRON CHEF COMPETITION May 4 – 6, 2018 UPDATED INFORMATION PACKET (all the details) RELEASED – Make Plans Now to Join Us! Join Us for Spring Camporee 2018 at Baker Park in Maple Plain, Minnesota where camp kitchen skills will be taught at various stations by fellow Boy Scout troops, district staff, and…
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