To our Scouting Community: Scouting America announced today (02/27/2026) an agreement with the Department of War finalized a commitment to strengthen our longstanding partnership with the U.S. military. As part of Scouting America’s commitment to the agreement, we will be discontinuing the Citizenship in Society merit badge, effective today. It is important to note that […]
Category: Activities
Help Wanted – Join the Fun!
Scouting runs on volunteers — and we need your help to make these two big Cub Scout events a success: Cub Scout Safari – Oct 4, Hoyt Scout Reservation, 9 AM to 4 PMHands-on activities, exciting challenges, Adventure Awards, and special rank programs for Lions through Arrow of Light. Adventure Awards: Lions (Kindergarten): Mountain Lion & […]
Planning Your Adventures! 2025-2026
Planning Your Adventures! 2025-26 Activities June 2025 Printing Plan Your Scouting Year – Download the 2025–2026 Guide! A great Scouting year starts with a solid plan! Download the 2025–2026 Activities Guide for key dates, flyers, and info on upcoming District and Council events—camporees, special programs, and more. New for 2026: America’s 250th Anniversary will be celebrated with themed Scouting events—some […]
Range and Target Activities Resume as of May 23, 2025
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY (May 23, 2025) SCOUTING AMERICA’S RANGE AND TARGET ACTIVITIES ARE RESUMING AT CONNECTICUT YANKEE COUNCIL The National Office of Scouting America has notified us that effective immediately all Range and Target activities may resume. The safety of everyone involved in the program is always a priority. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to […]
Range and Target Activities Safety Stand-Down as of May 21, 2025
NOTICE: SCOUTING AMERICA’S RANGE AND TARGET ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE HAS ISSUED A SAFETY STAND-DOWN FOR ALL COUNCILS AND HIGH ADVENTURE BASES FOR SCOUTS AND NON-SCOUTS. Due to a recent incident involving Range and Target activities, the National Scouting America office has directed an immediate safety stand-down across all Councils and National High Adventure Bases. This includes […]
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