Safety Moment: Camp Fire Safety
Campfires are a powerful part of the outdoor experience. They can be lively with laughter, storytelling, and fellowship. The campfire can also be a time of reflection, learning, and great peace. Safe behavior around a campfire ensures a good time can be had by all while mitigating the inherent danger of the fire. Follow the
Jersey 360 Jamboree
We currently have 119 units signed up for the Jersey 360 Jamboree. this year’s event will take place on October 25-27, 2024, at the Sussex County Fair Ground. You still have time to sign up your unit, here: https://scoutingevent.com/358-77030. Units that are signed up will get the first chance to register individual campers and get
Safety Moment: April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Distracted driving is considered “any activity that diverts the driver’s attention away from driving,” according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. The distractions can include a wide range of a driver’s or passenger’s personal actions or activities while in a vehicle. Even if a driver is only trying to keep Scouts in their seats
Cub Scout Program Updates Available
As of June 1st the updates to the Cub Scout program will be in effect. There are 4 areas of the program that were updated. You can find information on all updates to the program at https://www.scouting.org/topics/program-updates/program-updates-cub-scouts/ The new handbooks are currently available at both of our scout shops. If you have questions on the
Build Tomorrow’s Leader – Get Your Handbooks!
New Cub Scout Handbooks available at either Scout Shop: The Kurland Family Scout Shop 1 Saddle Rd., Cedar Knolls Monday – Friday: 10 am to 6 pm, Saturday: 10 am to 3 pm 973-765-9322 x233 [email protected] The Mountainside Scout Shop 1130 Rt. 22 West, Mountainside Wednesday – Friday: noon to 6 pm, Saturday: 10 am to
Summer Camp Leaders’ Meetings
Is your troop headed to summer camp? Leaders’ meetings are coming up! Visit https://ppcbsa.org/camping/camps/ for more information. Leaders’ Guides are coming soon. Check the website for updates.
Pioneer Spring Cubeloes
Join the Pioneer District on June 7-9th, 2024, as we host our annual Spring Cubelos at Winnebago Scout Reservation. Cubs and their families/units will have fun activities to enjoy such as archery, BB shooting, a fishing derby, unit led field game, skill stations, cubmobiles, and more. Overnight pack camping available for Friday or Saturday only
Film and Art Specialty Camp
Join us week 4 at Camp Somers for the Film and Art Specialty Camp. Scouts will earn Movie Making, Art, Photography, and the Animation Merit Badges. Over the course of the week Scouts will use their skills to make a short film at camp. Leading the course is a professional film maker who will bring
Raritan Valley Cub Scout and Scouts BSA Camporees
Cub Scouts Get ready to blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us for the upcoming Cub Scouts Family Camping event in the Raritan Valley district, from May 31 to June 2 at the Winnebago Scout Reservation. This year’s theme is Outer Space, and we guarantee a cosmic journey filled with thrilling activities that will
USA Archery Level l Instructor Course
On May 5th, Instructor candidates will learn to operate a safe yet fun archery range. The course will cover range setup and safety, proper equipment, aspects of good shooting form, and methods of teaching. Previous archery experience is not required. The course will be taught in two parts: A three-hour at home online component through
Skylands 2024 Cub & Scouts BSA Camporees
Skylands District 2024 Spring Cub Family Camporee May 17-19, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers Registration is open for the 2024 Skylands District Spring Cub Family Camporee scheduled for the weekend of May 17-19, at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers. Rally your families now to attend this fun-filled weekend family campout. Our theme will
Fishawack 2024 Pirate Cub Camporee
Fishawack Spring Cub Camporee will be held May 18th-19th at Winnebago Scout Reservation. Stations— we expect to include bb, archery, fishing, Cubmobile, Raingutter Regatta, obstacle course, bottle rockets, chess, and rock painting. One person from each pack should get a headcount and register everyone. Folks can camp or come for the day. Packs that are camping
Spring Into Scouting Incentive – It’s Not Too Late!
DON’T miss your chance to submit your picture for our “Spring into Scouting” Incentive! Our monthly theme ends on Tuesday April 30th so let’s get those pictures in to get your shot at a $75 discount code PER scout in the picture to our camps this summer! May’s Sneak Peak Incentive will be geared towards
Fishing Specialty Camp
This summer at Camp Somers we will be offering a weeklong resident camp program where fishing is the focus for the entire week. This program is perfect for your Scouts that love to fish or Scouts that would love to learn more about fishing! During this week participants will earn 3 merit badges, Fishing, Fly
20th Annual Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner
YOU’RE INVITED Thursday, May 16, 2024 20th ANNUAL EAGLE SCOUT RECOGNITION & REUNION DINNER HONORING THE 2023 EAGLE SCOUT CLASS AND OUR EAGLE HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Olde Mill Inn Basking Ridge, NJ 6:00pm www.ppcbsa.org/special-events For more information, contact Jennifer Volz 973-765-9322 ext. 249 [email protected]
Physically Strong is not only part of the Scout Oath, but one of our Council Programs!
Join us on Saturday, April 13th for our annual 5K Run/Walk. Check-In will begin at 9am. The event will take place at Oak Ridge Park, which is a USATF certified 5K course in Clark, NJ. Another benefit is that registration fees can be credited to your Scouting units Friends of Scouting campaign. Don’t feel like running?
Important Update Regarding the New Annual Membership Fee Announcement
Effective April 1, 2024, the BSA will eliminate the $25 one-time joining fee for new program participants in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouting. Additionally, the BSA will implement the following national membership fees, which were approved by the National Executive Committee.” Effective MAY 1, 2024, the new BSA registration fee structure will take
2024 National Youth Leaderdship Training Opportunity
The Patriots’ Path Council 2024 NYLT Course participant registration is open! We will once again be offering three separate courses to chose from in June, August, and November. All NYLT courses take place at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway, NJ. NYLT is a rigorous youth leadership training program that provides skills for life and is
Popcorn Meeting – 2023 Wrap-Up / 2024 Look Ahead
Join us to review how 2023 popcorn season went and learn what is coming for 2024. Food will be provided. Please register so we have a head count. 2 Locations to choose from: April 9th – Bridgewater Manor in Bridgewater April 10th – Patriots’ Path Council Service Center Agenda: 6:00 pm Gather 6:45 pm Program
Spring Holiday Closing
In observance of the Spring holidays the following will be closed on Saturday, March 30th. Both the Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls and the Mountainside Scout Shop in Mountainside. All Camps – Mount Allamuchy and Winnebago
The Marksman Experience
Are You Interested in 4 Jam Packed Days of Shooting Sports? We have a great event planned for July 2025 at the BSA’s National High Adventure Base in West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve. At the Barrels we will experience 5-Stand Shotgun, sporting clays, USPSA Steel Challenge and practical shooting stages, and a full Precision
PPC Adventures Update
March has been a very busy month for PPC adventures. The Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Morristown – we had 10 units registered with almost 150 scouts and family participating in the parade. Attendance was somewhat reduced by the weather, but everyone had a great time. Maple Sugar Program – every Saturday in
Meet the Camp Wheeler Staff
2023 Parent Guide Camp Wheeler 750 Waterloo Rd Stanhope, NJ 07874 (973)-440-5262
2024 Speciality Camps
In 2024 we are excited to be offering 4 Specialty Camps at our Scouts BSA Resident Camps. Specialty Camps will provide unique opportunities for Scouts to focus on a certain type of activity for the entire week. At Camp Somers we have Fishing week starting on July 21st and we have Film & Art Camp
Membership March Blitz
The Membership Committee led by Jim Agar is excited to launch the next monthly theme – “Membership March Blitz” designed to incentive peer to peer recruiting every month while shining a light to our social media platforms. This month, we are focusing on new Scouts sharing their experience through “Share Your Story” on our website!
Scouts Attend Service for Those Affected by the War in Ukraine
On Sunday, March 10, 2024, Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts and Cub Scout members from Pioneer and Fishawack Districts of Patriot’s Path Council and Plast USA Scouts joined parishioners at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, Hillside, Union County, NJ to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and pray for those affected by the war and difficulties in Ukraine.
Looking for Religious Contacts for the Jersey 360 Jamboree
In preparation for the Jersey 360 Jamboree, we are looking for connections to help us deliver religious services during the Jamboree. We are hoping to host services for members of the Catholic, Jewish, Protestant, Islam, Sikh, Hindi and Scouts Own faiths. If you are interested in helping and/or have religious leader contacts, please e-mail Douglas
Join Us At the 2024 Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration
We will be presenting the 2024 SILVER BEAVER AWARDS at the PPC Awards Celebration on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Winnebago Scout Reservation. We will also be presenting the TRAILBLAZER AWARDS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS, VENTURING LEADERSHIP AWARDS, SEA SCOUT LEADERSHIP AWARD, COUNCIL ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR AWARD, and COUNCIL DUTY TO GOD AWARD. The celebration
Operation WRIP (Watchung Reservation Invasive Plants) – Saturday, April 6, 2024
Operation WRIP (Watchung Reservation Invasive Plants) will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Registration is required to participate. Camping and participation is FREE. The link to register is here- Patriots’ Path Council – Operation WRIP (scoutingevent.com) Click here for the flyer. The goal of the event will be to remove as many invasive plants from
3rd Annual “Scout Sunday” Divine Liturgy in Solidarity with the Ukrainian Community at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church.
On Sunday, March 10, at 10:45 AM, our Scouting community is invited to attend the third annual “Scout Sunday” Divine Liturgy in solidarity with the Ukrainian community at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church. Units may attend as groups, and individual Scouts are also invited to attend without their units. Attendance satisfies Roman Catholics’ Sunday Mass
Food Drive at University of Scouting and Program Launch
The Community Service Committee is thrilled to announce our upcoming Food Drive at the University of Scouting on March 2nd. This is our chance to make a real difference in the lives of those in need within our community. We’re calling on all attendees to bring non-perishable food items to contribute to this important cause.
Scout Shops Moved to University of Scouting and Program Launch for Saturday, March 2nd
To accomidate all the Scouters at the University of Scouting and Program Launch, both Scout Shops will be closed at their traditional locations. Instead the Scout Shop will be at Governor Livingston High School, 175 Watchung Boulevard, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
President’s Day Closures
Monday, February 19th in recognition of President’s Day the following will be closed: The office in Cedar Knolls The Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls (The Mountainside Scout Shop is not open on Mondays.) All Camps Camps will be open on Saturday and Sunday
Scouting For Food
One in nine New Jersey households, or nearly 750,000 people, are food insecure. 300,000 are children. Scouting for Food is one of the nation’s largest food drives that Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, Venturing Crews and Exploring Posts participate in to support their local food pantries and hunger-relief agencies. The Patriots’ Path Council of
Join our summer camp team!
Join our summer camp team! We are accepting applications for our 2024 summer camp season. If you are looking for a rewarding job and like the outdoors, come spend the summer with us! Visit https://ppcbsa.workbrightats.com/jobs/ to find out more.
2024 Pioneer District Klondike Derby & First Ever Webelos/AOL Trek
There were all smiles at the 2024 Pioneer District Klondike Derby! 29 Troops (40 patrols) competed head-to-head in a series of challenges to earn nuggets and win the trophy. Patrols were tested on their skills in Compass and Orienteering, Lashing and Knots, First Aid, Camp Presentation and Fire Building, Scout Spirit, Tomahawk Throw, and more.
PPC Adventures Update
St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 9th – All Morris County Scouting units are invited to participate in the Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade which will be held in Morristown @ 12:00. Patriots’ Path Council is registered in the ‘line of march.’ Please register by unit at ppcadventures.org. There is no fee associated with this
NYLT Registration is Open
The Patriots’ Path Council 2024 NYLT Course participant registration is now open! We will once again be offering three separate courses to chose from in June, August, and November. All NYLT courses take place at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway, NJ. Scouts need to receive approval from their unit leader to participate in the course. We
University of Scouting and Program Launch Registration is Open
Patriots’ Path Council is gearing up for its highly anticipated University of Scouting and Program Launch, scheduled for March 2nd. This annual event promises to be a dynamic gathering for Scout leaders, parents, and Scouts, offering many educational opportunities and program updates. The University of Scouting is a cornerstone event for the Patriots’ Path
2024 Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductees
The Patriots’ Path Council, Boy Scouts of America is pleased to announce the following Eagle Scouts have been selected to be inducted into the 2024 Eagle Scout Hall of Fame: Christopher Golinski, Eagle Class 1981 Michael Hanifan, Eagle Class 1986 Michael Hart, Eagle Class 1966 Keith Niedergall, Eagle Class 1977 Bobby Ring, Eagle Class 1976
2024 Silver Beaver Award Recipients Announced
The Patriots’ Path Council is pleased to announce our 2024 Silver Beaver Award Recipients. The Silver Beaver Award is given for noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth by registered Scouters. It is the highest award a council can bestow upon an adult volunteer. Congratulations to our 2024 Silver Beaver recipients: Linda Cummings, Hillsborough Jack
Pioneer District Klondike: Scouts BSA and Webelos
Pioneer District units are getting ready to compete in this year’s Klondike Derby. Units will go through different towns, participating in a series of challenges. The Pioneer District Klondike Derby will be held Saturday, February 3rd at Watchung Reservation. The Pioneer District will also be holding a Webelos Trek alongside the event, giving Webelos an
Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday Observance
The Patriots’ Path Council will be closed on Monday, January 15th in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. The offices, both Scout shops and all the camps will be closed.
2024 Skylands District Klondike
The Skylands District 2024 Klondike will take place the weekend of January 26-28, at Winnebago Scout Reservation, in Rockaway Township, NJ. Registration remains open through Sunday, January 21. No walk-in registrations may be accepted at camp. Direct registration link: https://scoutingevent.com/358-SkyKlondike. Scouts will have fun testing their Scout Skills traveling through up to sixteen towns or
Raritan Valley District Klondike
Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable winter adventure! The Raritan Valley District proudly announces the much-anticipated Klondike Derby, set to take place on the weekend of February 16, 2024, at the picturesque Winnebago Scout Reservation. This annual event promises an exciting blend of outdoor activities, team-building challenges, and camaraderie, making it an
2024 Fishawack Klondike Derby – Webelos/AOL, Scouts BSA & Venturing Crews
Welcome to the 27th annual Fishawack District Klondike Derby! Over the course of the day, teams will visit nine (9) different towns to test their knowledge, outdoor skills, teamwork, and mental ingenuity. Each team also must take a mandatory lunch break. Scouts will not learn the actual events of the competition until the day of the Klondike Derby
Program Launch – Plan Your Next Scouting Year!
Please mark your calendars and prepare for an exciting event as the Patriots’ Path Council gears up for its Program Launch on March 2, 2024! Set against the backdrop of knowledge and fellowship at the University of Scouting, this event promises to be a highlight for Scouts and Scouters. Join us at Governor Livingston High
Summer Camp Promotions
Learn more about Patriots’ Path Council summer camp options! Schedule a short summer camp presentation at your pack or troop meeting for this winter or spring! We look forward to seeing you! Schedule Your Camp Promotion Now!
Order Placements for Your Blue and Gold
Order placemats for your 2024 Blue and Gold celebration. Placemats are printed on blue and gold 11″ x 17″ paper. Order as many as you like! Don’t forget parents, siblings, and extended family and friends. Placemats are available for pick up at the PPC Service Center on the date requested. Use the link to place
Open 2024 Philmont Crew Slot
The adventure of a lifetime awaits! The Patriots’ Path Council 2024 Philmont contingent has a vacant crew slot – and the time is now to claim that spot for your youth! The departure date for this contingent is: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 (returning Wednesday, July 10, 2024) A Philmont crew is composed of 8 or
