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Northern Star Scouting – BSA TRAILHEAD AWARD
The Trailhead Award acknowledges a Scout’s outstanding accomplishments and completion of Cub Scouts and commends a youth as he or she stands at the Trailhead path of Scouts BSA—the next great adventure in Scouting. The Trailhead Award recognizes those Webelos Scouts who have gone above and beyond their Arrow of Light requirements and have a strong start on their Scouts BSA adventure. The…
Read MoreTwas the Night Before Training
Twas the night before training at Rum River Camp Julie was tenting, the weather was damp Mark seasoned the ovens, smearing oil with care Dreaming of cobbler which soon would be there The leaders were quickly unloading their packs Dave mentioned spasms might knot up their backs Steve loosened his woggle and took off his…
Read MoreMake sure you’ve renewed your Youth Protection training – many leaders training expires this fall!
True youth protection can be achieved only through the focused commitment of everyone in Scouting. The BSA has adopted the following policies for the safety and well-being of its members. These policies primarily protect youth members; however, they also serve to protect adult leaders. All parents and caregivers should understand that our leaders are to abide…
Read MoreDon’t forget to help your Scout Get Ready for Camp!
SHOP NOW Your Scout’s first summer camp residency is a big step, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful one. Find everything you need this Saturday during our special, one-day only event. Watch demos, ask questions, and quell your every concern alongside our esteemed associates and other Scout parents.** [Find Your Store →] Read More…
Read MoreStill Need a Physical for Camp?
CVS just reached out to us and offered any Scouts or adults a camp physical for a reduced rate. $20 cheaper than the regular camp physical. If your health insurance doesn’t cover a physical every year here is an easy cheaper option for you. Download the voucher today.
Read MoreDistrict Committee Meeting Tonight – Ridgedale Library – 7:30PM
Dear District Committee Members, Happy May! Knowing that we all have busy schedules, particularly now that many of our units are out camping, tonight’s meeting will be a focused working session on the two programs we are hosting in May and June. We will have a working session to finalize the BALOO training session held…
Read MoreDronetech 2019 – Registrations Are Filling Fast, Sign-up Today – Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venture Scouts – June 8, 2019
DRONETECH 2019 Northland Aerospace and The Pathfinder Project are hosting DRONETECH 2019, the most significant STEM event of its kind at the TeamBuilding Center Saturday, June 8th . . . and you’re invited! This event is for Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturers, and their families, providing hands-on experiences to a variety of sophisticated technologies. For Scouts…
Read MoreEagle Scouts among this year’s NFL draft class
David Montgomery credits what he learned in Scouting with leading him to this year’s NFL draft. Last week, he was drafted by the Chicago Bears. “To become an Eagle Scout was an experience I needed for me in my life that brought me here to this point and also influenced my mindset and the way…
Read MoreArea Scouts BSA troops for girls ready to make history
By Lara Bockenstedt [email protected] | Apr 30, 2019 One of the badges on Olivia Busch’s Scouts BSA uniform is a red Founder’s Bar patch, signifying she is an original member of a new troop. Each of the 15,000 girls who have joined Scouts BSA since it opened to girls this February is privy to the…
Read MoreWhat leaders need to know regarding media speculation about the BSA’s financial situation
News broke this week speculating on the financial situation of the Boy Scouts of America, including a suggestion that the organization may be considering the option of bankruptcy. While that headline sounds startling, here’s the reality: Scouts, parents and adult volunteers can (and should) keep on enjoying the same great Scouting program uninterrupted. On Wednesday,…
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