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BSA’s Scoutbook Lite, which will replace Internet Advancement, debuts in early 2018
The BSA announced it will release Scoutbook Lite, a new tool for quickly inputting advancement data, in the second quarter of 2018. This free solution will replace the current Internet Advancement platform, which will be retired. Scoutbook Lite will feature a slick new user interface. It will be optimized to whatever device you use: desktop,…
Read MoreTomahawk Scout Reservation – New in 2018!
At Tomahawk, we are always improving our programs to give you the best camping experience possible! Here’s what we’ve added in 2018 to make your summer better! Schedule Change Merit Badges start Sunday Morning Swim Tests on Saturday Friday morning is for Unit Activities Voyageur Canoes for each Boy Scout Sub Camp! The Sparks Program (Welding…
Read MoreHow the Grinch Stole Scouting
All the Scouts down in Scoutville Liked Scouting a lot The Grinch north of Scoutville Most certainly did not It could be fishing in Many Point Lake Or juicy peach cobbler made ready to bake It might be training or any old reason He hated Scouting no matter the season He hated lashing with neat…
Read MoreCinch World’s Toughest Rodeo – Cub and Boy Scouts – Jan 5, 2018
Friday, January 5, 2018 at 7:30pm Please call (651) 312-3486 to purchase 9+ tickets. Each Scout will receive a rodeo patch, to be picked up at the Guest Services Desk located behind Section 105 prior to the rodeo. A portion of the ticket sales from this offer will benefit the Northern Star Council. Event Details: World’s…
Read MoreSki and Snowboard Days for Boy Scouts (merit badge opporuntity) – Jan 14, Feb 11, and March 4, 2018
Powder Ridge will be hosting Ski and Snowboard Days for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts & 4-H members and their families and friends on selected Sundays this season. Scout/4H dates: January 14th, February 11th & March 4th. NEW PRICING FOR 2017/2018 SEASON Lift Ticket & Beginner Lesson: $19 FREE Hotdog & Soda to group participants Rental equipment (ski or snowboard): $15 Helmet Rental: $5…
Read MoreScout Sunday 2018, Scout Sabbath 2018 and Scout Jumuah 2018: Your complete guide
The calendar says 2018, which means it’s time to start thinking about Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah. Scheduled in close proximity to the BSA’s birthday on Feb. 8, these three days celebrate the connection between Scouting and our faith-based chartered partners. Some Scouts and leaders will honor these days by wearing the full…
Read MorePolar Bear Picnic – Three Rivers Park District – Feb 3, 2018
Polar Bear Picnic Celebrate winter! Snowshoe on the trails and kicksled on the ice. Challenge your family to ice miniature golf, ice bowling, and snow snakes. Crawl into a quinzhee shelter and help build your own. Go sledding, warm up by a bonfire, and make a craft. Listen for hourly clues to find hidden medallions…
Read MoreOrder of the Arrow – Information for All Arrowmen – Dec 31, 2017 – Jan 17, 2018
Order of the Arrow – Information for All Arrowmen Dec 31, 2017 – Jan 17, 2018 OA Elections for 2018 –2018 OA youth elections run from Jan 1st through April 15th. Your annual elections should already be scheduled. Ensure your peer troops are committed to visiting and providing an election team. The OA chapter web…
Read MoreCouncil Coordinated Committees Meeting
Let’s try to get all of our district committee members to attend this meeting! Nick Pedersen Current Attendees as of January 12th Victoria Jurek – Membership Committee Nick Pedersen – District Chairs Donna Larson – District Commissioners Scott Janke – District Chairs Rachel Thiemann – Membership Committee Allan Arntson – District Commissioners Jim Lindfors –…
Read MoreWANTED! HELPFUL Venturers, Explorers, Boy Scouts, Scout leaders and parents! for the Ron Schara’s St. Paul Kids’ fishing clinic – Various Dates
(Other Community Service Opportunities) A few hundred kids participate on both Saturday and Sunday. This event takes place during the Minnesota Sportsmen’s Show at the St. Paul River Center. Volunteers helping out with the clinics will get into the show FREE of charge. Saturday, January 20th, 10:00 – 1:00 Sunday, January 21st, 11:30 – 2:30…
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