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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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
Effective June 1, 2024, Webelos is the designated program for 4th graders and Arrow of Light is the designated program for 5th graders. As such, the Arrow of Light program is no longer combined with the Webelos program and the purpose of Webelos (4th grade) is no longer to prepare Cub Scouts to join Scouts…
Attention All Units! Get Ready for ConnJam25 – May 16-18, 2025 Orange Fairgrounds 525 Orange Center Rd, Orange, CT ConnJam is the biggest Scouting event in Connecticut. Once every three years over 2,500 Scouts, leaders, and parents gather for a weekend packed with activities for all ages including thrilling day-long activities, spectacular evening arena…
LIFE SAVING Training this Summer at Camp Sequassen for ALL Adult Leaders We are experiencing a global mental health crisis. People of all ages need help, including our Youth and Adult Members. “To Help Other People” is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. Based on QPR, the most widely taught…
