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AT YOUR REQUEST — the 2019 District Pinewood Derby Finals is now open to all district Cub Scout racers, regardless of how they placed with their pack. Even if your Pack’s race is not until late March, you are welcome and encouraged to enter the District Pinewood Derby Finals. The Lake Minnetonka AND Mustang Pinewood…

(previous roundtables)    << March Roundtable will be broadcasted on FaceBook LIVE! >> What to expect at this month’s Roundtable Meeting The monthly District Roundtable meeting provides an information and training forum for adults involved as leaders in the Scouting program. Parents and children are welcome to attend. These meetings allow attendees from all parts…

During the Pinewood Derby Finals, SCOUT FEST will be happening throughout Ridgedale Center for the whole family!  Scout Fest is a fantastic opportunity open to all at no cost – Saturday, March 16, 2019 9-4PM – whether you’re already a Scout or Venturer, someone interested in Scouting, or anyone looking for a fun time that Scouts…

Joe and Susan heard the troop committee would be mulling over whether or not to have a fall fundraiser this year at the committee meeting tomorrow night. They have some ideas on what should be done. When they asked fellow parents if they also were planning on attending, they were informed parents couldn’t attend troop…

(previous roundtables)    >> UPDATE February 7th Roundtable CANCELLED and Rescheduled for Feb 15, 2019 on Facebook Live More Information: https://www.lakeminnetonkadistrict.org/february-7th-roundtable-cancelled-and-rescheduled-for-feb-15-2019-facebook-live/   What to expect at this month’s Roundtable Meeting The monthly District Roundtable meeting provides an information and training forum for adults involved as leaders in the Scouting program. Parents and children are welcome to…

Brent Sass Brent is extremely humble, kind, and loyal, and he prizes the Veterinarians Choice Award even more than his Championship Awards.  This is what he would want others to know about the sport and himself, as it reflects a Scout’s attitude of loyalty, friendliness, kindness, cheerfulness, and respect. Brent Sass is an American dog…

Lake Minnetonka District Scouts and their parents volunteered to work various booths at the St. Paul Winter Carnival. The photos below, of  Zack and his father Lee from Pack 283 – Wayzata, were taken as the Scouts lined up for the Grand Parade.  During the parade the Scouts were called out by the Grand Marshall…

Please join us as Northern Star Scouting  recognizes and thanks all Scouting volunteers, and celebrates those Individuals and Districts who have distinguished themselves during this past year. Please join us as we honor our 2019 Class of Silver Beaver Honorees  Dinner Details: Location – Golden Valley Country Club Reception 5:45 pm Dinner and Program 6:30 pm Dinner…

(handouts from previous months) February Roundtable 2019 – Facebook Live  Click the image to start the roundtable video. All 2019 Adult Leader Recognition Nomination Forms and District Recognition Dinner Registration – Nominations Are Now Open! Winter Camporee 2019 – LAUNCH-BOT- February 22-24, 2019 – Camporee Information Packet and Flyer Now Available Spring Camporee 2019 – LEAVE…

Scouts BSA Troop 8222 of the California Inland Empire Council. There’s enthusiasm for the launch of Scouts BSA everywhere you look. You see it on social media, where young people are saying, #ScoutMeIn. You see it on the news as reporters highlight the BSA’s commitment to the whole family. And you see it in all 50…