As a valued member of our Connecticut Yankee Council Scouting family, we know we owe it to you to be transparent and communicate information we receive promptly. Late yesterday afternoon, the National Council informed us that registration fees for the Scouting program will increase effective January 1, 2020. This change is primarily due to increasing…
Attention Scouts, Venturers and Explorers who will be 14-17 years old next summer! The Connecticut Yankee Council is now accepting applications for those interested in being considered to attend the 2020 Blair Atholl Jamborette in Scotland. The youth application is at //docs.google.com/forms/d/1kf274kSgQQJeTD6CcpaI4_5RWid68dxDWtl0TPCKWx4/viewform?edit_requested=true A unit leader endorsement is also required – //docs.google.com/forms/d/1B5K2tGBEgoHkgja2OXafRP0v9RLJVAEDyxQTTqV4n8I/viewform?edit_requested=true Both the youth application and unit…
The Scouting movement has advanced through the efforts and dedication of many volunteers. Often recruited with a request for “an hour a week commitment” many have gone on to make Scouting and service to youth in other organizations their lifetime passion. The BSA established the Silver Beaver Award to recognize noteworthy service to youth by…
Thank you is extended to the following units who have surpassed their year-over-year goals in this year’s Friends of Scouting contributions as of April 30, 2019. Units that Exceeded their 2018 FOS Contributions as of 4.30.19 Pomperaug District Crew 68, Trumbull Crew 163, Monroe Pack 74, Stratford Pack 95, Fairfield Pack 164, Trumbull Pack…
Cub Scout Spring Recruiting is Underway Get a head start on Spring Recruiting. This is the perfect time to recruit Cub Scouts of All Ages, and both boys and girls. As an incentive, we’ve created a Spring “Passport” to identify key activities for your recruitment. A Pack will qualify for a $25 credit to the…
Attention Scout Leaders & Committee Members!. Spots fill up fast! Don’t wait….book the Quinnipiac Dancers for your event today!!
Get Rewarded for Completing Your FOS Presentation!Thank you for making Friends of Scouting a priority in your unit. Scouting provide fun, challenging programs for Scouts of every age, but we need your help to make that possible. That’s where the Friends of Scouting campaign (FOS) comes in- 83 cents of every dollar raised goes right…
REGISTER NOW for 2019 University of Scouting and Commissioners’ College. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Foran High School in Milford. For course information, click here: https://www.ctyankee.org/events/university-of-scouting/ Cost is $30.00 per person. This includes child care, breakfast snacks, lunch, UoS patch with 2019 pin, and all of the classes you can fit into 6 periods. So…
Details on Scouts BSA uniform, handbook availability
Scout Leader Training This Training is required for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters This is a two-part training, please see the available dates below. Part 1 of 2 Scout Leader Training (Please select and register for 1 of the 2 dates below / SM & ASM) SM/ASM Training (option 1) When: March 2, 2019 Time:…
