Saugatuck District
Proudly serving Bridgeport, Darien, Fairfield, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stratford, Stamford, Weston, Westport, and Wilton
Yours in Scouting,
Nathan Schindler, District Chair | Craig Schorr, District Commissioner | Bill Reynolds, District Director
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Activities
Plan Your Program Year with Confidence
Charting the Adventure gives leaders tools and tips to build an exciting, youth-led program full of advancement, service, and fun.
Mapping the Journey adds key event flyers and highlights to help bring your unit’s calendar to life and keep Scouts and families engaged all year long.
Cub Scout Quick Links Spring to Summer
Saugatuck District Pinewood Derby Races
March 28, 2026 | 9:30 AM–4 PM | The SONO Collection, Norwalk, CT
Cub Scout families—get ready for a fast, fun day of racing and activities! Cheer on your Pack’s best racers, enjoy family games and crafts, and bring a buddy to experience Cub Scouting.
mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/1572
Saugatuck District Family Fun Day Recruitment
March 28, 2026 | 10 AM–2 PM | The SONO Collection, Norwalk, CT
GaGa Pit, Inflatable Archery, and LEGO Pinewood Derby. FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC
More Information
Scout Day at the Maritime Aquarium
March 21, 2026 | 9:30 AM–2 PM | Maritime Aquarium, Norwalk, CT
Enjoy a Scouting adventure at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk! Take part in Cub Scout and merit badge programs, explore the exhibits, and enjoy discounted admission.
Admission/Programs
Annual Fishing Derby & Rocket Academy
April 11, 2026 | 8AM–4:30 PM | Deer Lake Outdoor Center, Killingworth, CT
Two Great Activities into One Full Day of Fun! We’re combining the Annual Fishing Derby and Rocket Academy into one exciting day. Participate in one activity or both!
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/1548
Cub Scout Camp-In at the Beardsley Zoo
May 2-3, 2026 | 5PM (Saturday) to 9AM (Sunday) | Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport, CT
Stay overnight with an exclusive camp-in at the air-conditioned Carousel Building featuring: A pizza dinner, Night tour of the Zoo, Movie, Breakfast and more!
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/1557
Saugatuck District Spring Camporee – STEM
May 15-17, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM | Hoyt Scout Reservation, Redding, CT
Celebrate 250 Years of Innovation at a STEM-themed weekend hosted by A.I.! Scouts will explore the past, present, and future through hands-on science and technology challenges.
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/1558
Webelos/Arrow of Light (WOW) Camporee – STEM
May 16-17, 2026 | 9 AM–4 PM | Hoyt Scout Reservation, Redding, CT
Bears moving up to Webelos, Webelos moving up to Arrow of Light (4th and 5th grades in the fall), and Arrow of Light are invited to an overnight STEM adventure. Celebrate America’s 250th with fun science, technology, and AI activities, camping, games, and Gaga Pit — plus optional trips to the Railroad Museum, and New Pond Farm.
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/1571
Cub Scout Summer Splash2 – Cub Scout Family Fun
July 11, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM | Hoyt Scout Reservation, Redding, CT
Get ready for a tropical Cub Scout adventure with water fun, LEGO® challenges, crafts, games, and range sports!
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Program/55
Cub Scout Summer Splash2 – Cub Scout Family Fun
August 22, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM | Camp Sequassen, New Harford, CT
Get ready for a tropical Cub Scout adventure with water fun, LEGO® challenges, crafts, games, and range sports!
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Program/55
Webelos & AOL Adventure Camp
August 9–12, 2026 | Camp Sequassen, New Harford, CT
Multi-night camp for incoming 4th & 5th graders — outdoor skills, swimming, boating, and campfires!
https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Program/55
Hoyt Adventure Weeklong Day Camp
June 29 – July 31, 2026 | Hoyt Scout Reservation, Redding, CT
Hoyt Adventure Day Camp is open to Scouts ages 6–12 and packed with exciting adventures at our Hoyt Scout Reservation.
Questions? Contact Eric Brantley at eric.brantley@scouting.org
Scout Day at Lime Rock Park 2026
October 2-3, 2026 | Lime Rock Race Track, Lakeville, CT
Camp at the track, watch classic cars, Cub-Mobile races, archery & more! Great for the whole family. Registration coming soon.
https://www.ctyankee.org/events/lime-rock-26/
District & Council Events
To add to this list please contact John Hanks (johnwhanks@hotmail.com)
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Leadership Team
District Chair
Nathaniel Schindler
Key 3 Committee
saugatuck-chairman@ctyankee.org
District Commissioner
Craig Schorr
Key 3 Committee
saugatuck-commissioner@ctyankee.org
District Director
Bill Reynolds
Key 3 Committee
bill.reynolds@scouting.org
District Vice-Chair
OPEN
Membership Committee
District Vice-Chair
John Hanks
Program Committee
johnwhanks@hotmail.com
District Vice-Chair
OPEN
Development Committee
Committee Chair
Lawrence Ratner
Advancement Committee
lawrence@theratnerfamily.com
Committee Chair
Charles (Cathal) Colfer
Activities Committee
charlescolfer@gmail.com
Committee Chair
Katherine O’Brien
Training Committee
kjobrien72@mac.com
Committee Members
Evan Atkins, Advancement – Eagle Scout Coordinator
William Hall, Advancement – Eagle Board of Reviews
Chester Wickett, Advancement (Life to Eagle) & Activities
Sabina Harris, Activities
Adam Terr, Activities & District Website
Rob Gurliacci, Activities – Health and Safety
Phil Lawlor, Activities – Range & Target
William Shannon, Activities – Range & Target
Bill Janocha, Activities – Art
Joel Degray, Activities – STEM
Thane (Ian) Grauel, Activities –
Elisabeth Steinberg, Activities & Development
Michelle Wendt, Development – Stewardship Society
Paul O’Brien, Development – Dock Party
Bosco Chao, Training –
Dani Simson, Training & First Aid
Grant Evans, Training – Youth Protection / SPL & PLC
Dave Mestre, Membership (Bridgeport TWC) & STEM
Sean Gelston, Membership (New Canaan TWC)
Jeffrey Herz, Membership (Stamford TWC)
James Delorey, Membership (Westport TWC)
Mike Szarpa, Committee Member
Susie Flaherty, Committee Member
Irene Syomichev, Committee Member
Malcolm Dickinson, Committee Member
Michael Tresca, Committee Member
Grant Evans, Committee Member
Steve Prostor, Committee Member
James Sidwa, Committee Member
Jose Oromi, Committee Member
Open Committee Positions
Advancement – Cub Scouts
Advancement – AOL to Scouts
Activities Coordinator – Cub Scouts
Activities Coordinator – Scouts BSA
Development – Popcorn / Fundraising
Membership (Darien TWC)
Membership (Fairfield TWC)
Membership (Norwalk TWC)
Membership (Stratford TWC)
Membership (Weston TWC)
Membership (Wilton TWC)
District Commissioners
Craig Schorr, District Commissioner, Key 3
Madelen Drew, Roundtable Commissioner, Roundtable Commissioner – Scouts BSA
Jeffrey Glans, Asst District Commissioner, Bridgeport / Stratford (P34, T34, T38)
James Mitchell, Asst District Commissioner, Darien
David Nobile, Asst District Commissioner, Fairfield (T82, T88, T188, T199)
Adrian Ruck, Asst District Commissioner, Norwalk (P97, T19, S6)
Kevin Shah, Asst District Commissioner, Stamford (P11, P15, T9, T11, T15, T48)
Jared Mittleman, Asst District Commissioner, Weston / Westport (788, T887, T36, T39, T139)
John Ferencz, Asst District Commissioner, Wilton (P17, T20, T125, T987)
Arnold Feintuck, Asst District Commissioner, Darien (T219, C353) & Female Scout BSA Units
Thomas Williams, Asst District Commissioner, New Canaan (P70, T70)
Michelle Sideleau Wendt, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P10, T10)
Todd Joerchel, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P82, P89, P99)
Prasad Pinjala, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P88)
Frank DiLorenzo, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P95)
Kevin Starke, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P197, P199)
Jeff Keener, Unit Commissioner, Fairfield (P401)
Monica Goldstein, Unit Commissioner, Weston (P75), Westport (P39)
Rob Gurliacci, Unit Commissioner, Darien T35, T53 & Health & Safety
Gene Warning, Asst Council Commissioner, Bridgeport (C42, P42, S10), Fairfield (S84)
Adam Terr, Asst Council Commissioner, Stamford (P11, P15, T11, T15), Darien
Open Commissioner Positions
Roundtable Commissioner, Roundtable Commissioner – Cub Scouts
Asst RT Commissioner, Assistant Roundtable Commissioner
Asst RT Commissioner, Assistant Roundtable Commissioner
Asst District Commissioner, New Canaan (P45, T31, T45)
Unit Commissioner, Norwalk (T190, T222)
Unit Commissioner, Stratford (P74, P177, T71, T72, T74, T76, P4911)
Roundtable Meetings
Topic: Saugatuck District Roundtable Meeting Zoom Information – Recurring
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 890 2869 1612
Passcode: 810797
Saugatuck Roundtable Meeting – Handouts & Information – Link to Google Drive
Topic: Saugatuck District Committee Meeting Zoom Information – Recurring
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89356041598?pwd=KcbirVLUEaI7doYRlaPTxZl3MyutQ4.1
Meeting ID: 893 5604 1598
Passcode: 807658
Saugatuck Committee Meeting – Handouts & Information – Link to Google Drive
Topic: Saugatuck District Commissioner Meeting Zoom Information – Recurring
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 878 5296 6329
Passcode: 630519
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Unit Directory
MARCH 2026 EDITION
This directory highlights the diverse Scouting units from ten unique towns along Connecticut’s coast. Each town, with its own distinct character and charm, offers a vibrant Scouting experience, reflecting the natural beauty and rich history of the shoreline. Explore the directory to discover the Scouting units that are shaping the future leaders of these remarkable communities. Please contact any unit for more information.
Saugatuck District Unit Directory – March 2026
Please email Unit Entry corrections or updates to saugatuck@ctyankee.org
District Newsletter
Saugatuck District – Beacon Newsletter
Welcome to the Saugatuck Beacon Newsletter. This newsletter is here to support your unit with timely updates, helpful resources, and a platform to celebrate Scouting adventures across our district. We’ll highlight recent activities, share valuable tips, and showcase the incredible spirit of Scouting in action.
We invite you to send in your stories and phots – it’s a great way to inspire others and spotlight the energy and excitement of your program !
Send your submissions to saugatuck@ctyankee.org
John Hanks – Editor in Chief
Previous Saugatuck Beacon Newsletter Editions
June 2025 – Volume 1, Issue 1 August 2025 – Volume 1, Issue 2 Nov / Dec 2025 – Volume 1, Issue 3
