Adult Leader Training at Summer Camp
We’re pleased to announce that this year we will be offering more training courses for adult Scout leaders during summer camp. Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training and Outdoor Leader Skills – Troop Trainer are being presented at Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, they are also open to Scouters whose troops are attending camp at Winnebago Scout
2013 Sea Base Opportunities
Patriots’ Path Council is now accepting individual applications and deposits for its 2013 Sea Exploring Adventure at Florida Sea Base, July 14-21, 2013. The Sea Base contingent is for teenagers and adults; male and female. For applications and information please click here or call Debbie Wickham; 973-765-9322 x239.
School Night For Scouting
We encourage all packs to hold a pack meeting on Friday 9/21/12 to be used as part of their fall recruiting efforts. Patriots’ Path Council is pleased to announce council School Night for Scouting Chair – Dr. Nisha Zoeller, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Morris Hills Regional District.
2013 Provisional Philmont Crews
Patriots’ Path Council is forming Provisional Philmont Crews for the summer of 2013. All youth and adult applicants must submit an application and deposit of $255. Total fee is $1955 or less than $3.60 per day for the 18 month Watchu/Philmont program. Please check the Watchu Experience site for details of the program. All Patriots’
2012 Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Dinner
2012 Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Dinner honoring David Lackland and Fred Lackland, Eagle Scouts, Class of 1947 Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Plainfield Country Club 6:30pm. For more details visit www.give.ppbsa.org
2012 Fishoree
FISHOREE 2012! JOCKEY HOLLOW DISTRICT MAY 17th, 2012 – 9:30 AM- 2:00 PM WHO ? For all Scouts with special needs in Patriots’ Path Council. Schools are welcome! WHAT ? A day of fun, fishing, and nature. WHERE ? Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation in Stanhope, New Jersey. 750 Waterloo Road, Stanhope, N. J.
100th Anniversary of Sea Scouting
2012 marks the 100th Anniversary of Sea Scouting. Ship 228 attended the Northeast Region Bridge of Honor in March in Bridgeport, NJ. PPC Commodore Thomas J. Handley was awarded the Thomas J. Keane Award by USN Rear Admiral Randy Mahr, who was a youth on Ship 228 in the 70’s and made Quartermaster before going
Cub Scout Day Camp – 4th of July Discount
Don’t forget about the 4th of July week discount at Watchung Day Camp and Camp Wheeler this summer. Everyone who attends the week of July 2 – 6 receives a $60 discount. Cub Scout day camps are for all boys entering grades 2 – 5 in September. Sign up for one or more weeks. For
Summer Resident Camps for Webelos
All boys entering grades 4 or 5 in September are invited to join us at one of our Webelos camps this summer. Get a taste of Boy Scouts while having a lot of fun. Webelos Resident Camp is held August 5 – 11 at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway, NJ. Come for a full or
The New York City Experience – A Different Kind of Adventure
The New York City Experience provides a great opportunity to combine a week of camping with a tour of the best sights New York City has to offer. This is an ideal chance for Boy Scout troops, Venturing crews, individual Scouts and leaders to experience A Different Kind of Adventure! Please join us August 12-18 for the inaugural
Sea Scouting Events
New England Flotilla Sea Scout Centennial Regatta - July 13-15, 2012 at Fort Trumbull State Park, New London, CT. Cost is $45 per Sea Scout (includes food, t-shirt, social and overnight). Pre-register online at Cape Cod and Islands Council www.scoutscapecod.org. See boarding manual for more details as we celebrate the 100th Anniversary with the 4 S’s
Spring into Scouting
Spring is a good time to invite new youth to be part of Scouting’s many programs. Use an outdoor activity as a recruiting tool. Ask current members to bring friends. Distribute information about your program to local schools and community groups. Cub Scout packs should invite the current Kindergarten boys to join the pack to
Register for the 2012 Extreme Leadership Extravaganza!
Sign up for the 3rd Annual Extreme Leadership Extravaganza which is just 5 months away! Will you be one of the 125 participants? Held at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation on September 7th- 9th, 2012. Come and learn leadership skills, and take part in all the exciting activities form ATVing, kayaking, climbing, and more! Open to ALL
Meet & Greet with the 2012 National OA Chief
From 8-9pm at the Tradeshow of Scouting, Arrowmen will have the chance to talk with the 2012 National Order of the Arrow Chief! Refreshments will be served. This event is for Order of the Arrow members only. For more information, click here.
Youth Forum at the Tradeshow of Scouting!
Join the Youth Executive Committee and Team Eagle Foundation for a forum of fun, information, and giveaways! Meet Congressman Frelinghuysen and the 2012 National OA Chief, John Rehm! Learn about the college decision process, internships, high adventure programs, summer jobs, and more! The event is free! For more information, click here.
Publish or Perish! How to get Your Unit Publicized.
Want to tell the world about your latest recruitment drive but don’t know where to start? Want to put that Pinewood Derby photo in the paper? Want to highlight your latest High Adventure trip but find writing scarier than a class 5 rapid? Got an article but don’t know where to send it? We have
Wyatt Scout Shop News
With a generous donation from Handy Store Fixtures, Rich Kurland (also on our executive board) and crew have completely renovated our Florham Park store. This has made it possible for us to stock many new items. Among these new items are sleeping bags, tents, backpacks and camping accessories. Our new showcase has numerous 100th Anniversary
Aviation Exploring News
Aviation Post 224, Linden will be hosting a special day as part of the Gateway Chamber of Commerce’s Educator Institute in late June. Area guidance counselors and principals will tour Linden Airport and hear lectures from aviation industry speakers from Safety First, the FAA, Lockheed Martin and UPs. Topics will include everything from mechanics to
Youth Protection Required for ALL Overnight Summer Camp Leaders
The Patriots’ Path Council continues to be a national leader in youth protection. We believe that it is our top priority to protect the safety of our children and educate as many people as possible about youth protection. The council leadership, along with the youth protection and risk management committees, have agreed upon the following
Scout Night with the Staten Island Yankees
Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 7:00pm Friday, August 3, 2012 at 7:00pm Richmond County Bank Ballpark A spectacular post-game fireworks show Each registered Scout & leader will receive a FREE Staten Island Yankees Scout patch FREE Limited Edition Staten Island Yankees cap for each member of your group All kids 12 & under can run the bases after
Woodsman’s Thong
This is an information packed demonstration course of advanced Boy Scout outdoor skills beyond basic First Class levels to enhance your troop’s program. Years of practical experience are shared by the staff of outdoorsmen who are hooked on Scouting and have lived it to its fullest. More than two dozen topics are covered and a
Upcoming Woodbadge Courses
Dear Scouter, It is with great pleasure that we invite you to participate in Wood Badge for the 21st Century. Please join us and our staff in continuing Lord Baden-Powell’s vision of leadership and service to the Scouting program by accepting this invitation to the Wood Badge Courses offered in fall 2012 and again in
New Tour and Activity Plan
Effective May 10, 2012, the National Council, Boy Scouts of America is rolling out an update to the current Tour Plan. This update replaces the former “online” tour plan with an interactive planning tool that allows you greater flexibility. For more information, click here.
Advancement Committee News
Hello all leaders, Please come over and check out the updated Patriots’ Path Council Advancement website. http://advancement.ppbsa.org/ Click here to see information on how to use internet advancement. There are several new merit badges including Welding and Chess. To sign up to be a counselor, please fill out the merit badge counselor form. For more news
Boy Scout Summer Camp Early-bird Deadline is April 30th
The early-bird fee deadline for all Boy Scout summer camps is Monday April 30, 2012. This applies to camping with your troop at Camp Somers, Winnebago or Sabattis Adventure Camp. It also applies to our summer camps for individuals including Camp Troop, Trailblazer Day Camp, Trail to Eagle Camp, Great Outdoors Camp and Backwoods Engineering Camp. For more information
Annual Tribute To Women Award Luncheons
Help us honor outstanding women in New Jersey at the Annual To Tribute Women Award Luncheons. Visit give.ppbsa.org to find out more information on these events happening in Somerset and Sussex Counties.
Council Eagle Scout Alumni Association Merit Scholarship
Are you an Eagle Scout residing in the service are of the Patriots’ Path Council? Are you going to be a graduating high school senior or are an undergraduate college student not beyond your junior year? Have you demonstrated strong leadership and a spirit of service to others in or outside of Scouting? Apply today!
50th Anniversary of the Jockey Hollow Trail
Come join the Boy Scouts of America and the National Park Service as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Jockey Hollow Trail. Open to all troops, packs and alumni on June 16th and 17th. For more information and the flyer, click here.
Red Bulls Scout Night
Patriots’ Path Council Scout Night New York Red Bulls vs. New England Revolution SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2012 Scout events at 1:00 pm & Kick Off at 3:30 pm Check out the registration form.
Scout Night with Lakewood Blue Claws
Come on out for a fun filled weekend at the beach and the ball park! August 11th-12th, 2012. Check out the flyer.
The Legacy of Scouting
The Stories of Your Scouting Experiences Can Make All the Difference! Please join us at our upcoming workshop, “The Legacy of Scouting” Let us show you how you can help yourself, your loved ones and the Boy Scouts of America at the same time May 21, 2012 from 6PM-9PM. Click here for more information.
Eagle Project Grants
Lowe’s has offered the Patriots’ Path Council 44, $100 grants for Eagle projects, The projects must meet the guidelines, including being completed by 12/31/12 To apply, Please ask your Eagle advisor for an application or click here. Due to a limited supply, we will not be able to get additional grants once we are out.
Watchung Cub Scout Day Camp – Two weeks are already full
The weeks of July 9-July 13 and July 30-August 3 are already closed at Watchung Cub Scout Day Camp in Mountainside. If you want to go to Watchung Day Camp this summer, we still have room the other four weeks. Don’t forget about the 4th of July week discount at both Watchung Day Camp and Camp Wheeler.
New NYC Summer Opportunity
New summer opportunity: The New York City Experience-A Different Kind of Adventure – August 12-18, 2012 The New York City Experience provides a great opportunity to combine a week of camping with a tour of the best sights New York City has to offer. This is an ideal chance for Boy Scout troops, Venturing crews
Somerset Patriots Scout Days
The Somerset Patriots are hosting three Scout Days during the 2012 season! All scout groups in attendance will have the opportunity to participate in an on-field ceremony before the game. For more information, please visit: http://www.somersetpatriots.com/scoutdays/
2012 Extreme Leadership Extravaganza
SAVE THE DATE! The 3rd Annual Extreme Leadership Extravaganza is just 5 months away! Will you be one of the 150 participants? Held at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation on September 7th- 9th, 2012 come and learn leadership skills, and take part in all the exciting activities form ATVing, kayaking, climbing, and more! Open to ALL
Pizza and Popcorn!
The Tradeshow of Scouting is coming up fast. Units will hear all about the 2012 popcorn sale, learn about the 2012 product line up, and after attending the orientation, receive a complimentary Z-Curve bow which is this year’s $600 sale prize. SPECIAL OFFER! To help you out and get some paperwork out of the way,
Donate Used Technology Items
Have some technology items laying around after your latest upgrade? Consider donating them for use in the Scouting program. Our council service center and camps are always looking for items which include: Flat Panel Monitors Computers and Laptop Computers purchased from 2007 and above. Network equipment and cabling Power Strips and Extension Cords Projector Screens If you
Upcoming Den Chief Training
Den chief training identifies den chief responsibilities and tasks, and describes the den chief’s relationship to the adult den leaders and how that relates to the den chief’s activities with the den. See below for upcoming opportunities. For up-to-date information on courses, click here. Den Chief Training Dates: May 12, 2012, Saturday 1:00PM – 3:30PM Berkeley
Upcoming BALOO Dates
This one day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for those leaders who are interested in adding a camping component to their pack activities. BALOO trained leaders are required on all Pack camping activities. Check out the below BALOO dates or check out our Training Page for the most
We are going to New Mexico and Philmont in October
Only a few openings left. Our adult contingent will be 48 strong. Don’t be left out. All Scouting alumni, board members and families welcome. See the below flyer and application for details. Hurry we will stop taking applications on April 27th. Alumni Adventure Flyer 2012 PPC NM Tour Instructions 2012 PPC NM Tour Program 2012
April is Youth Protection Month
WE WILL BE HOSTING YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING ON THE FOLLOWING DATES AND LOCATIONS: THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS TRANINING Please see below for available dates for the public and our volunteers. Our youth protection program available to outside organizations interested in protecting children in any youth organization or setting where youth may be present
Order of the Arrow Section NE-5A Conclave
Woapalanne Lodge will be attending the OA Section NE-5A Conclave! Join us for a weekend of fellowship and excitement at Yards Creek Scout Reservation in Blairstown, NJ on June 8th-10th, 2012. For more information, click here or contact woapalanne@ne5a.org.
Venturing Summit for Area 2 & 5
Join the Northeast Region Area 2 & 5 Venturing Summit at Alpine Scout Reservation on April 20-22, 2012. Spend the weekend with Venturers from around the tri-state area for a weekend of training , fun, games, and end with a huge party! Please see the flyer or contact Ashley Mickel at ashleygirl102@verizon.net.
Venturing Introduction to Leadership Skills Course for Crews
Come enjoy a day of fun, food, team building, and games! Join the Youth Executive Committee on Saturday May 12th from 9am-3pm for the Venturing Introduction to Leadership Skills Course for Crews. For more information: click here.
Summer Camps for Individual Boy Scouts
Boy Scouts who can’t attend summer camp with their troop or those who are looking for more weeks at camp, should check out our summer camps for individual Scouts. Some of the exciting programs at our summer camps include a baseball batting cage, paintball, all terrain vehicles, swimming, merit badges, rank advancement, skateboard half pipe,
Cub Scout Day Camp – 4th of July Discount
Don’t forget about the 4th of July week discount at Watchung Day Camp and Camp Wheeler this summer. Everyone who attends the week of July 2 – 6 receives a $60 discount. Cub Scout day camps are for all boys entering grades 2 – 5 in September. Sign up for one or more weeks. For
Fishoree 2012
FISHOREE 2012! JOCKEY HOLLOW DISTRICT, B.S.A. MAY 17th, 2012 – 9:30 AM- 2:00PM For all Scouts with special needs in Patriots’ Path Council. Schools are welcome! Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation in Stanhope, New Jersey. 750 Waterloo Road, Stanhope, N. J. 07874 For more information, click here.
2012 Morris Lifetime Achievement Award
Since 1995, the Morris Lifetime Achievement Award Dinner has honored outstanding citizens who serve as exemplary role models, while at the same time helping raise funds for the Scouting program. Dr. Edward Yaw, President of the County College of Morris, and this year’s dinner chair is proud to announce that on June 7th, the Patriots’
2012 Hospitality & Food Dinner
Monday, April 16th 6:00pm Maritime Parc 84 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City Honor Susan Ungaro of The James Beard Foundation and the late, Arthur McGreevy of Arthur’s Tavern and St. Moritz Experience the best of the best New Jersey Chefs! Individual price $175 Sponsorship opportunities are available. Click here to see the video To
