Category: Exploring Events
Community Service Newsletter Released
Check out the brand new community service newsletter! Additionally, help Patriots’ Path Council in its March community service project. It is collecting new boxes of fun designs and character Band-Aids for RWJ-New Brunswick hospitals. If your unit is interested in
Get Ready for the 2023 National Jamboree
Get ready for the 2023 National Scout Jamboree planned July 18-28, 2023, at Summit Bechtel High Adventure Base in West Virginia. More than 17,000 Scouts from around the country and the world will attend the event, which will include stadium
COVID-19 Modifications to be Rolled Back
As of March 1, 2022, all temporary changes made to Scouts BSA advancement requirements to address the COVID-19 pandemic will expire, and there will be a return to the standard rules for Scouts BSA advancement. This includes deferment of some
Fishawack’s Finest Dinner Moved to May
Fishawack’s Finest Fellowship Dinner has been rescheduled to May 17, 2022. Fishawack packs, troops and crews are encouraged to honor one of their volunteers with the Fishawack’s Finest award. Nominations and registration are open here. To view the event flyer,
Give the Gift of Adventure
Is there a birthday, graduation or special event coming up? Maybe a “just because” opportunity? Now for a limited time, you can obtain a gift certificate for a Scout to use on a variety of Patriots’ Path Council-sponsored programs. This
State Police Camporee Planned in 2022
The theme of the 2022 New Jersey State Police National Guard Camporee is “Remember the Fallen,” in honor of the fallen law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Join the event on June 3, 4 and 5, 2022,
Updated Advancement Guide Features 11 Key Changes
A recent article from Bryan On Scouting explains key changes in the 2021 Guide to Advancement. A total of 11 key changes are highlighted in the online article. Feedback from volunteers from across the country was incorporated into the new
Scouts Enjoy All the Summit Has to Offer
Patriots’ Path Council had 30 youth and six adult advisors – representing all six PPC districts and 16 units – attend the Orion Project at Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia the week of July 18-24. The group participated in
Be Sure to Report Community Service Hours
All community service hours should be reported on Scoutbook (for your unit’s records) and through the PPC app or website. Hours can be reported at any time during the year, but must be reported by December 31. Below are hours
EPA and BSA Create New Award for Youth
The Environmental Protection Agency, as part of a public awareness campaign to celebrate its first 50 years, has partnered with the Boy Scouts of America to create an award for members of troops, crews and ships. This new award will
