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Unit Meeting Guidelines (updated 5/29/20)
Units can meet for den meetings, patrol meetings, service projects, or outings in groups of ten or less per state guidelines. All other state guidelines with regard to social distancing and sanitizing should also be observed. For guidance we are following the detailed recommendations that can be found here for reference: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/socialdistance.pdf https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/aboutdnr/covid-19-outdoor-recreation-guidelines.html For…
Read MoreCLASS OF 2020 VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENT
Graduating Northern Star Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, and Exploring Seniors: You are invited to a special event to honor your achievement! DETAILS Monday, June 1, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Location: Zoom meeting (for the seniors to join) and Facebook live for families and friends to watch. THREE STEPS TO REGISTERING Zoom Registration for Seniors…
Read MoreNORTHERN STAR SCOUTING AND COVID19 INFORMATION
ALL IN-PERSON SCOUTING MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES AND CAMPS SUSPENDED FOR GROUPS OF MORE THAN 10 (5/15/2020) Northern Star Scouting will take a small step away from Scouting at Home, and toward in-person den, patrol, and any group gatherings as of Monday, May 18. Per the Governor of Minnesota’s orders, and without conflict with state standards in Wisconsin, groups of…
Read MoreVirtual Speaker Series from Northern Star Scouting
Middle & High School Students – Join us for virtual Leadership Sessions with business leaders who want to share timely and awesome topics with you! Sign up for one of these great sessions. Dr Greg Beilman, MD VP Acute Care M Health Tuesday, May 12th, 4pm Topic: Leading in the Medical Field Stevie Ray…
Read MoreDistrict Troop Leaders Virtual Gathering – May 21st
Troop Leaders — are you looking to learn from each other? Share ideas and resources and learn from the other Troops in our District? Join us for a Virtual Troop Leader Gathering on May 21st at 7:00pm. Email Jim Bollback, [email protected] District Executive, for information on the Zoom meeting and passwords. what was your best…
Read MoreNational Camp-In – Saturday, May 2, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. CT
Join us for a day of adventure! From friendly competitions to campfire singalongs, this virtual event will bring the best parts of Scouting to life with activities all can enjoy from their living room or backyard. This event is open to all families, so invite your friends, neighbors, and colleagues to join the fun!
Read MoreDoing thee Duke of Edinburgh Award from Home – Keep Active and Help Others
There are many things that Scouts can be working on under the banner of Scouting from Home towards their Duke of Edinburgh Award. JOTI at the weekend had a global get together all about just this and what to do for your Award during this time. Any questions let us know. Doing your Award Remotely…
Read MoreHow are your Units keeping connected with your Scouts?
Thank you, everyone, for hanging in there during these unprecedented, unpredictable, and frustrating days! You have been doing a great job keeping things going in your unit. Kudos to those who have gone all-virtual with great results. We’re looking for you to share the great ideas from your Pack, Troop or Crew to stay connected…
Read MoreLeadership at Home Series – April 2nd Topic: Managing Stress & Resilience
Join the Base Camp Director for an online discussion each week. We will explore different leadership skills and topics all from the comfort of your own home! Connect with other youth and share your experiences. Must be 13 years or older to participate. Register with the ticket link – you will receive materials and a…
Read MoreNorthern Star Council – Scouting from Home
Dear Scouts, Families and Leaders, We are living in unprecedented times! As our communities learn to deal with the daily changes brought on by the COVID-19 virus, Scouting remains committed to our key mission: to be a positive influence for 100% of the families in the communities we serve. Scouting is still happening! While in-person…
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