Council Service Center Hours on December 12, 2024
The Council Service Center will be closed at noon on Thursday December 12!
Introducing our New Scout Executive & CEO
Dear Scouting families, We are excited to welcome Kevin Nichols to our Council as the incoming Scout Executive starting in January. As we searched for our new CEO and Scout Executive, we were reminded how critical leadership is, and the impact we have on young people every day as we teach them leadership and life…
Ban Lifted 11/29/24 on Open Fires at Camp Sequassen and Hoyt Scout Reservation
On November 26, 2024, the Commissioner of DEEP lifted the statewide ban on public lands in Connecticut. Consequently,the corresponding ban imposed on open fires and charcoal at Camp Sequassen and Hoyt Scout Reservation is lifted, effectively immediately. The cooperation of the many Scouts and Scouters to keep our camps and communities safe is appreciated. Please…
IMPORTANT: BAN ON OPEN FIRES at Camp Sequassen and Hoyt Scout Reservation
As many of you are aware, Governor Lamont recently declared a civil preparedness emergency due to prolonged dry weather conditions, prohibiting open fires. A significant threat of wildfires continues across Connecticut. Further, the Commissioner of DEEP issued an order prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of…
Connecticut Yankee Council – Member (Youth & Adult) Renewal Fees 2024
In addition to the information posted October 3 (Connecticut Yankee Council – Member (Youth & Adult) Renewal Process 2024), we have updated renewal fee information: Renewal Fees Effective August 1, 2024 National Regist. Fee Council Ops Fee Insurance Fee Total Scouts’ Life (Optional) Total with Scouts’ Life Traditional Youth $85.00 $73.00 $12.00 $170.00 $15.00 $185.00…
Quick Links October 2024
QUICK LINKS Find upcoming activities and training below. All links can be found on the Council Calendar. Troops/Crews/Ships Oct 18-20 Saugatuck District Fall Camporee at Hoyt — Get ready for an epic adventure into Greek mythology at the Saugatuck Fall Camporee with “Clash of the Titans” hosted by Troop 219 Darien. Registrations ends Wednesday, Oct…
Connecticut Yankee Council – Member (Youth & Adult) Renewal Process 2024
Effective March 1st, 2024, the Unit Renewal and member renewal process will no longer be one and the same, formally known as “re-charter”. Membership renewal for both youth and adults is now on a rolling 12-month renewal term based the initial registration of the member. Youth and adult membership fees will be separate from the…
Range Activity SAFEty Training – NEW 09/27/2024
Effective 9/27/2024 this training is available on my.scouting.org All Scouts BSA troops, Venturing crews, and Sea Scout ships who provide unit-level sponsored/planned range and target activities must have at least one registered unit leader 21+ years of age take the Range Activity SAFEty online training available on my.scouting.org. This individual must be present at the…
Facilitating a Suicide Prevention Session – A Guide for Scoutmasters and Others
September 24, 2024 Suicide looms as a growing problem for youth and their families. Depression, suicidal thoughts, and suicide can be sensitive and difficult topics to speak about openly, but studies show acknowledging and talking about suicide may reduce suicidal ideation. Help is available in many forms for those struggling with mental health. This guide…
Scouting America Rings The Closing Bell® at the NYSE
The New York Stock Exchange welcomes Scouting America to the podium to celebrate the kick off of the Fall Membership Drive. To honor the occasion, Eagle Scout Harrison Gray will ring The Closing Bell®. Watch the video