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2019-2020 preview: Northern Tier National High Adventure Program
Paddle away from the stresses of everyday life at the Northern Tier National High Adventure Program. During a 6- to 11-night trek of 50 to 150 miles, Northern Tier crews explore the natural frontier of Minnesota and Canada. After loading their canoes with gear for the entire journey, Scouts and Venturers follow in the footsteps and…
Read More2018 Silver Beaver Nominations Due – Nov 30, 2018 5:00PM
NOMINATE A WORTHY VOLUNTEER The Silver Beaver is a national award presented by the local council; it is the highest honor a local council may bestow upon a volunteer. The award is limited to adults 21 years of age or older. The award consists of a certificate, a formal Silver Beaver emblem on a ribbon,…
Read MoreScout Day at Disney On Ice – 100 Years of Magic – Dec 6-9, 2018 – Bring a non-Scout Friend to the event – PURCHASE TICKETS NOW!
The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic. This monumental ice skating spectacular is coming to Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul Thursday, Dec. 6 to Sunday, Dec. 9. Audiences will be a part of the magic of Disney as Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse leads a…
Read More2019-2020 preview: Florida National High Adventure Sea Base
With treks in the Florida Keys, Bahamas and U.S. Virgin Islands, the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base offers once-in-a-lifetime adventures customized to the interests of your Scouts and Venturers.Step aboard for high adventure on the high seas at the Florida Sea Base. Start planning your 2019 or 2020 trek now. Before you know it, you’ll be…
Read MorePinewood Derby Build Clinic – For Adults and Youth All Skill Levels – Jan 3, 2019 6:00PM
Attend the Build Clinic! Thursday, Jan 3, 2019 from 6:00 to 6:50PM Minnetonka Community Center 14600 Minnetonka Blvd Minnetonka, MN 55345 map How do you spell success . . B-U-I-L-D C-L-I-N-I-C ! On Thursday, January 3, 2019 the Lake Minnetonka District will offer a pinewood derby build clinic for parents and youth. Bring your son or daughter.…
Read MoreImportant Information for Unit Commissioners
10/31/18 Dear Commissioners, PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION: JTE Guideposts 4 and 5 should be completed by October 31, 2018. Please contact all of your units to see if they qualify for these guideposts and log the results into the JTE Guidepost Reporting System at https://www.lakeminnetonkadistrict.org/district/unit-commissioners/resources-for-the-unit-commissioner/jte2-0-unit-guidepost-reporting-system/ . Results should be entered no later than…
Read More2019-2020 preview: Philmont Scout Ranch
Take a hike at Philmont Scout Ranch, and discover that you’re even tougher than you think. After Philmont’s 2018 treks were canceled because of fires in the backcountry, the home of the original mountaintop Scouting experience will be back and better than ever in 2019, 2020 and beyond. The base is best known for seven-…
Read More2019-2020 preview: Paul R. Christen High Adventure Base at Summit Bechtel Reserve
Choose your own adventure at the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. Scouts and Venturers can select from a vast menu of world-class action sports or take a trek in and around the majestic New River Gorge National River. With world-class venues for BMX, skateboarding, whitewater…
Read MorePolar Cubs Registration – Various Dates – Jan 5 – Mar 3, 2019
Think camp is just for the summer? Think again! Polar Cubs is one of the largest Cub Scout Day Camp programs in the country and it’s happening at a camp near you. This single day program is filled with classic winter activities as well as some unique Scouting adventures. Don’t miss your chance to be…
Read MorePick up your Family Friends of Scouting Packet at November Roundtable – Nov 1, 2018 7PM
Please consider attending November roundtable to pick up your Family Friends of Scouting (FFOS) Packet. Roundtable will take place at the Minnetonka Community Center on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 7:00PM. Be prepared, when you pick up the packet, to provide the district with the following information. The name of the FFOS Coordinator for your…
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