Fishawack Cub Circus Camporee A Success!
Fishawack had 372 Cubs and their parents at the Cub Circus Camporee on May 21-22 at Winnebago Scout Reservation. Cubs enjoyed a hot day at camp doing bb, archery, rowboats, fishing and more. Next Fishawack Cub camping event will be the Fall Cubelos on October 22-23, 2022 at Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation.
CPR / Wilderness First Aid Spots Available
There are currently spots available for CPR training on Friday, June 3rd and Wilderness First Aid on Saturday-Sunday, June 4-5. The cost of the classes for Patriots’ Path Council members is $30 and $70 respectively. Having a valid CPR certificate is a prerequisite for attending the Wilderness First Aid class. Click on the Links below
Graduation!
Come on by the Scout Shops to purchase Scouting Graduation Honor Cords. We offer Exclusive Eagle Scout Honor Cords as well as Venturing Summit Honor Cords. They are worn around the neck with the Graduation Gown and feature an award medallion attached to one side. They are a resplendent way to show off your achievements
Camp Staff – Counselors Still Needed
We are still looking for counselors this summer at multiple camp locations. Become a mentor to younger kids and make memories with friends along the way. If your Scout is interested please email [email protected]
Its Time to Register for Summer Camp!
Bring the Summer heat on! Grades 2 through 5 are welcome to join us this summer at Camp Wheeler for five weeks of fun in the sun. Get ready for archery, boating, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, and a lot more! Bus transportation is available from many locations i n Morris and Sussex counties. Regional Day Camp brings
2022 Patriots’ Path Council Family 5K Run/Walk is HERE!
GET your running shoes!! The Patriots’ Path Council 5K is off and running! Units, raise funds that will count towards your units FOS Goal!! Go to this link and sign up today and run before June 5th: https://scoutingevent.com/358-5K You can enter your time when you finish your run. For those not sure how
Westlake Troop 1571 Builds Rain Regatta Boats
In preparation for their raingutter regatta race next week, Troop 1571 of Westlake School builds and paints their boats. Their pinewood derby took place in March and the regatta will be during May. The troop under the leadership of Jeff Shanfield has faced many challenges during COVID, they also had to be moved to another
Calling all current and future Youth Leaders!
NYLT summer courses are here again, and it’s a great opportunity to experience a great leadership training experience. However, YOU MUST ACT SOON! Fees will increase on June 1st. Click Here to Register
Pioneer District 2022 Spring Cub Camporee
The first ever Pioneer District 2022 Spring Cub Camporee was held on Friday, May 13th to Sunday, May 15th. It was held at Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation with 323 youth participants and 18 packs. Participants got to participate in activities such as shooting sports (bb guns and archery), historic hiking, fishing, first aid skills, plant
Woapalanne Lodge OA Upcoming Events Video
With so many different activities every year, its’ hard to keep track of what is next. Connor, Lodge Chief of the Woapalanne Lodge, together with Carson, chapter chief of Aihamikwen chapter help Order of the Arrow members keep track of upcoming activities and events. Woapalanne Lodge OA Upcoming Events Video
National Scout Jamboree June Open House
There are only 14 months left until the Jamboree, and around the country the excitement is building in Scouting! Scouts in Patriots’ Path Council that have already registered are busy deciding which adventures they will do when they are there. Pistol, crossbow, black powder rifle, rock climbing, BMX, skateboarding, zip lines, whitewater rafting and canopy
PPC Adventure Programs – Astronomy
Trustee, Kevin Alton, astronomy lover extraordinaire, shares his knowledge of the planets, sun, moon and more to Scouts, at his Astronomy Merit Badge sessions at the PPC Service Center. For more information about how your unit or an individual Scout can participate in PPC Adventure Programs, please visit https://www.ppcadventures.org/ for a listing of new and
4th of July Closure
In observance of the holiday Patriots’ Path Council will be closed on Monday July 4th, 2022. This includes the Cedar Knolls Scout Service Center, The Kurland Family Scout Shop and the Mountainside Scout Shop.
New Jersey State Police and National Guard Camporee
Please join Patriots’ Path Council and numerous BSA councils across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York for the 2022 New Jersey State Police Camporee in Sea Girt, NJ on June 3-5, 2022. Exclusive commemorative items for the Camporee can be preordered online at: https://www.ppcoutfitters.com/shop/camporee/50 Purchases can be picked up at the Camporee, the Cedar Knolls Scout
Sea Scouts Open House
Boy Scouts of America for more then 100 years has offered a great program for youth, but did you know we have a nautical program? Sea Scouts is a great opportunity for youth to get out on the high seas! This program not only opens youth eyes to other opportunities, but it also has all
Camp Staff Needed!
We are still looking for counselors this summer at multiple camp locations. Get outdoors! Learn new skills! Get paid! Email Bridget Capen at [email protected].
Summer Camp is Around the Corner
Spring is officially here, which means summer camp is around the corner. Grades 2 through 5 are welcome to join us this summer at Camp Wheeler for five weeks of fun in the sun. Get ready for archery, boating, fishing, swimming in the pool, and a lot more fun! Bus transportation is available from many locations in Morris and
2022 Spring Membership Drive Video
In 2022, we will be working with all of our Scouting units to ensure that Scouting in all of our communities is more VISIBLE, more INVITING and more FUN! Believe it or not, one of the most common questions we get is “Where is Scouting today?” The key to showcasing Scouting and growing excitement to
Camp Early Bird Discount Ends Soon
The early bird special end date is on the horizon. We are currently offering a discounted rate for Scouts and non-Scouts, to attend Summer Camp this year. In case you haven’t heard, camp is back to normal after two long years. So please, don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Register as soon as possible.
Skylands District Holds First Scouts BSA Spring Camporee
The Skylands District held its first ever Spring Scouts BSA Camporee the weekend of April 22-24, 2022, at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway Township. The theme of the camporee was first responder/emergency services. Scouts from nine troops got close hands-on demonstrations of first responder life saving equipment and gear. Emergency service units from the following
50% Off – All Popcorn on Sale!
Popcorn is going fast – some products are already sold out! All remaining popcorn is on sale for 50% off the original price. Sale prices are good while stock remains. Below are some examples of price reductions: Product Regular Price 50% Off Price Caramel Corn Bag $10.00 $5.00 Summer Roasted MW 14 pack $15.00 $7.50
PPC Adventure Programs for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA
Scouts BSA Program Opportunities Merit Badges – During the spring we offered a variety of merit badges to Scouts. These included Astronomy, Automotive Maintenance, Electricity, Electronics, Engineering (twice), Plumbing, and Programming. Almost all merit badge opportunities were sold out and feedback from counselors and participants was excellent! Over the summer we offered Personal Fitness in
Patriots’ Path Council Cub Scout Wins Scout Life Reading Contest
Congratulations to AOL Scout Constantin Bellmann of Pack 182 in Warren for winning first place in the 2021 national Scout Life Reading Contest. Constantin was featured in the May 2022 issue of Scout Life Magazine and was the recipient of a $100 Scout shop gift card. Constantin wrote a 500-word book report on one of
2022 Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2022 PATRIOTS’ PATH COUNCIL AWARDS CELEBRATION MAY 14, 2022 at WINNEBAGO SCOUT RESERVATION Join us in celebrating some of the best in Scouting. We will be presenting the 2022 SILVER BEAVER AWARDS, TRAILBLAZER AWARDS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS, COUNCIL ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR AWARD, TORCH OF GOLD AWARD, and VENTURING LEADERSHIP AWARDS. Please plan
Early Bird Deadline for NYLT Summer courses:
Calling all current and future Youth Leaders! NYLT summer courses are here again, and it’s a great opportunity to experience a great leadership training experience. YOU MUST ACT SOON! Early Bird for June/July course ends on May 1st. To register, click here: https://scoutingevent.com/358-NYLT2022
2022 Patriots’ Path Council Family 5K Run/Walk
Join us during May 23—June 5, 2022, for this year’s 5K Run/Walk. You can choose when and where you wish to participate. Invite your family and friends. Scout units can make a fun day event and help raise funds for Patriots’ Path Council. Funds raised by a unit will count towards their FOS goal! All
Venturing Officers Association Elections Planned
The Venturing Officers Association was created late last year with a temporary set of officers. In order to formally establish a slate of officers that will go on to serve a one-year term, the Patriots’ Path Council VOA will hold elections on May 10, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. at the PPC Service Center in Cedar
Cub Scouts Learn About Backyard Birds
On Saturday, April 9, 2022, Cub Scouts and families participated in a fun adventure to discover the birds in their backyard. Included in each session was a discussion of local birds, a snack, and the opportunity to build either a bird feeder or a birdhouse kit. A total of 56 Scouts and siblings accompanied by
Registration Continues for Awards Celebration
Patriots’ Path Council will be presenting the 2022 Silver Beaver Awards at its awards celebration on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Winnebago Scout Reservation. The council also will be presenting the Trailblazer Awards, Youth Leadership Awards, Council Alumnus of the Year Award, Torch of Gold Award – and just added – Venturing Leadership Awards. Please
Fishawack District Plans Cub Scout Camporee
The Fishawack Cub Circus Spring Camporee will be held May 21-22, 2022, at Winnebago Scout Reservation. Activities expected to include BB, archery, rowboats, fishing, Cubmobile, bouldering wall, obstacle course, fly casting instruction and recycling raingutter regatta. Registration opens April 22 and closes May 12. For additional information, click here. To register, click here.
NYLT Registration For the August Course is Extended to July 15th.
Troop Scoutmasters, do you have new youth leaders this year? Do you wish your youth leaders had great training just in time for summer camp? Do you wish you could get the patrol method working the way it should? Well, you’re in good hands when you have your youth leaders sign up and attend this
Part-Time Sales Associate Needed for Scout Shops
Patriots’ Path Council is seeking a part-time sales associate (12-21 hours per week) for its Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls and its Mountainside Scout Shop. PPC is offering an outstanding opportunity for a motivated part-time sales associate in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Open to all experience levels. Job Overview: Contributes to the successful daily
Counselor Training Offered for New Merit Badge
Patriots’ Path Council will be offering two live Citizenship in Society merit badge counselor training sessions via Zoom. Participation in this training is required in order to be approved as a merit badge counselor for the new merit badge. Training sessions are offered on the following dates: Monday, April 18, 2022, at 8 p.m.: https://247scouting.com/forms/358-CitizenshipSocietyMB418
Raritan Valley District Has First Female Eagle Scout
On January 12, 2022, Preya Majmundar became Raritan Valley’s first female Scout to have her Eagle Scout board of review. Preya’s project was to improve the outside of Edison VFW Memorial Post 3117. She added a new flagpole, repaired bricks, added a light to illuminate the flag, and weeded around the cutout and the sign.
Summer Camp Season Coming Soon
The heat is on … well kind of sort of. The early bird deadline for summer fun is quickly approaching. Whether you are rowing at Winnebago, shooting at Somers, or enjoying the whirlwind of activities at Wheeler, be sure to take advantage of this sizzling summer saving! Busing is available for Camp Somers and Camp
Camping Early Bird Special Ends May 1
A new video is now available on YouTube. The video focuses on day camp at Camp Wheeler and the early bird special for registration. The early bird special ends on May 1, 2022. Click here to view the new video. For more information, click here.
Start Thinking About Spring Recruiting
As Patriots’ Path Council finishes up the recharter season, it is now time to start thinking about spring recruiting. Many of the council’s Scout families, especially at the kindergarten and first-grade age, are looking for an opportunity to join. Scouting is a great family program, and now is the time to invite them to join.
Deadline Approaching for State Police Camporee
Calling all Scouts BSA units! The 2022 New Jersey State Police and National Guard Camporee, expected to be the largest regional Scouting activity in the entire country, is scheduled for June 3-5, 2022. The registration deadline is April 15, 2022, and the event coordinators are requesting that units initiate registrations as soon as possible so
Registration Open for PPC Awards Celebration
On Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway Township, Patriots’ Path Council will present the 2022 Silver Beaver Awards. The council also will present the Trailblazer Awards, Youth Leadership Awards, Council Alumnus of the Year Award and the Torch of Gold Award. Please plan to come out and honor these dedicated volunteers
Scholarship Opportunities Offered to Eagles
A variety of scholarship opportunities are available for Eagle Scouts in the Patriots’ Path Council. These opportunities include: Patriots’ Path Council Eagle Scout Merit Scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior or an undergraduate college student not beyond his or her junior year. All applicants must be an Eagle Scout registered with the
Camp Scholarship Program Deadline Extended
The Thomas A. Pepe Adventureship application deadline for scholarships for camp programs has been extended to May 15, 2022. If you know anyone in your unit who may need assistance with sending a Scout to camp this summer, please click here. Every Scout should have a chance to experience summer camp and Patriots’ Path Council
Openings Still Available for Sea Base in August
Patriots’ Path Council currently has five openings for Sea Base, which include two adult spots. With deadlines coming soon for airline and touring, PPC is looking to fill the spots ASAP! Click here to register. Please feel free to pass this opportunity to any eligible Scout at least 13 years old and completed the eighth
Camps Gearing Up for Summer of Adventure
Patriots’ Path Council’s early-bird pricing for camping is still in effect. The council has camp options for youth of all ages. Camp Wheeler, Watchung Reservation and Johnson Park are geared toward grades two through five, offering a day camp program that includes hiking, fishing and crafts just to name a few activities. Johnson Park Day
Registration Open for Skylands Spring Cub Camporee
Register now for the new Skylands District 2022 Spring Cub Family Camporee, scheduled to run Friday, May 6, through Sunday, May 8, 2022, at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers. Packs are welcome to camp out Friday and Saturday night, or only one night if preferred. This year’s theme will be conservation. Spend a weekend
Pioneer District Hosts Chess Tournament
The Pioneer District Scouts BSA Chess Tournament has held on Saturday, March 26, 2022. It was held at the Cranford Community Center with 30 youth participants. The event was also used as a recruiting event as half of the participants were non-Scouts. The top three winners of the tournament were Paul Mild (1st), Paul Rinaldi
Fishawack District to Honor Its Finest on May 17
Fishawack’s Finest Fellowship Dinner will be held on May 17, 2022, at the Hanover Manor in East Hanover. Fishawack packs, troops and crews are encouraged to honor one of their volunteers with the Fishawack’s Finest award. Nominations and registration are open at https://scoutingevent.com/358-FSHNominations
New Video Focuses on the Yo-Yo
A new video is now available on YouTube. This preview adventure gives Cub Scouts the opportunity to learn the concepts that make a yo-yo work and the basic physics of a pendulum. To view the video, click here. Visit ppcbsa.org/yo-yo for more information.
Newsletter Highlights Community Service
The second edition of Spotlight on Service, the Patriots’ Path Council Community Service Committee newsletter, was recently published. Click on the pages below to view the newsletter.
Honor Your Eagle With a Unique Gift
Honor your Eagle Scout with a stunning mahogany box with Eagle top and engravable plate available for $49.99 at the Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls and at the Mountainside Scout Shop. The box is a beautiful gift for the Eagle Scout in your life. It looks wonderful sitting on a bedroom bureau or
Ukrainian Catholic Church Welcomes PPC Scouts
On Sunday, March 13, 2022, the Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, Hillside, in Union County, New Jersey, was blessed and honored to have more than 35 Scouts BSA youth and adult leaders from Patriots’ Path Council, BSA, participating in the celebration of the Divine Liturgy and praying for Ukraine during this very difficult time. Scouts
