Toys for Tots – How Did It Start?
How Did Toys For Tots Start? Diane Hendricks made a few handcrafted dolls and asked her husband Bill to deliver them to an agency that supports children in need. When Bill told his wife that he couldn’t find one, she instructed him to “start one!”. Maj Hendricks and the Marines in his reserve unit collected
Nominate an Adult Volunteer or Youth Leader for a PPC Award
Nominate an Adult Volunteer or Youth Leader for a PPC Award Deadline for Submission is December 1, 2023 There are many eligible and deserving Scouts and Scouters who go above and beyond in their dedication to Scouting. Now is the time to show them how much their efforts are appreciated. We are currently accepting nominations
Unit Reservations for Jersey 360 Jamboree
The Patriots’ Path Council Jersey 360 Jamboree taking place at the Sussex County Fair Grounds, Friday to Sunday, October 25-27, 2024. This Jamboree will be a great opportunity to help New Jersey celebrate the state’s 360 anniversary and take part in a great outdoor program for both Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts. The program will
A Day at Cub Scout Day Camp
Looking for something to do during teacher’s convention? Check out what it would be like to attend a day of day camp. On November 9, 2023, at Watchung Reservation we will be offering three different adventures. We have a full day and an AM & PM session for you to choose from. You can find
Mountainside Scout Shop Closed Saturday November 4, 2023
We apologize for any inconvenience, but the Mountainside Scout Shop will be closed this Saturday due to an emergency. The Mountainside Scout Shop will be open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday this week from Noon until 6 PM. For your convenience, the Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls will be open normal hours and please
Pioneer 2023 Scouts BSA Camporee
The Pioneer Scouts BSA Camporee took place October 13th to the 15th at the Round Valley Youth Center. Over 200 youth from in and out of our council participated in competitions such as battlebots, adventure scramble, Mario kart racing, and more. Despite the showers, the Scouts were all smiles and are excited for the next
Skylands District 2023 Fall Cub Camporee – Carnival Fun!
The Skylands District held its Fall Cub Family Camporee the weekend of October 6-8, at Winnebago Scout Reservation. This year’s theme was “Carnival Camporee” with carnival themed activities, including parachute fun, balloon inflation and flying, rubber duck fishing, craft making, special circus themed bb target shooting, and a cub-aged team building activity. The ongoing weekend
Skylands 2023 Scouts BSA Fall Camporee – Mission To Mars!
The Skylands District Scouts BSA Fall Camporee was held the weekend of October 13-15 at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway Township, NJ. The camporee theme was “Mission to Mars”, where Scouts enjoyed an afternoon and evening of adventure, on a journey to Mars. Activities included team building courses, cosmic adventures, and out of this world
Try a Day at Cub Scout Camp!
A Day at Cub Scout Camp! For one day, come experience Watchung Day Camp! Creating memories, one adventure at a time. Watchung Reservation Cub Scout area, Mountainside, NJ November 9, 2023 Register now at https://scoutingevent.com/358-watchung Three options for the day: Half Day $65 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Kids bring their own lunch, snacks, and
Help Disadvantaged Youth Get a Toy this Holiday Season!
Help disadvantaged youth get a toy this Holiday season! Patriots’ Path Council announces 2023 Toys for Tots Program (and this year it includes a contest!) The Patriot’s Path Council is proud to participate in the annual Toys for Tots program! Our council collects the toys, then the US Marines distributes those toys locally to children
Chess Under the Lights at Pioneer District Camporee!
It was a good evening for chess under the stars at the Pioneer District Camporee on Friday the 13th of October! Forty Scouts had fun playing chess under the lights. Three advisors to the PPC Chess Club hosted the open chess event. Scouts are encouraged to join the Patriots’ Path Council Chess Club (PPCCC) Click
Fishawack Scouts BSA Camporee
Scouts from the Fishawack District took part in the 1st Annual Scouting Pentathlon, September 29th-October 1st. 100 Scouts BSA participants representing 10 Troops spent the weekend at Camp Somers, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation. The morning program kicked off with challenges in cross country running, biking, archery, rifle shooting, and obstacle course challenges. Throughout
2024 Membership Incentives
Fall is when families look to join Scouting. This is a perfect time for them to join, we have: Fall camporees for both Scouts, BSA and Cub Scouts Klondike Derbies in January and February And Pinewood Derby season before you know it!! We need everyone’s help. Ask your
Raritan Valley Cub Camporee
The recent Raritan Valley District Cub Scout Camporee was an exhilarating adventure that brought together nearly 400 Cub Scouts, parents, and siblings for a weekend of outdoor fun and skill-building activities. The event offered various engaging experiences that left participants with lasting memories. BB gun shooting and archery were undoubtedly the highlights of the camporee.
Visit the Deserted Village Open House
Scout dens, packs, patrols, troop or crews will enjoy visiting the Deserted Village of Feltville in the Watchung Reservation during its annual Four Centuries in a Weekend program, Saturday and Sunday, October 21 & 22, noon to 5:00 pm. Free activities include hayrides, apple cider pressing, quill pen writing, an archaeological box dig, old-fashioned children’s
Raritan Valley Scouts, BSA Camporee
Winnebago Scout Reservation brought together nearly 150 Scouts and leaders for a weekend filled with camaraderie, competition, and valuable training experiences. The camporee, set against Winnebago’s beautiful natural surroundings, was a testament to the Scouting spirit. This event, hosted in the heart of nature, provided Scouts with opportunities to test their skills, learn essential life
Did You Know?
Patriots’ Path Council is gearing up for the 2024 summer camp season! We are currently scheduling camp promotions for Scouts, BSA troops. This camp promotion will include information on our 2024 incentives, programs offered and is a great opportunity to ask questions. You will also find out the details on how you can get entered
2nd Annual Month of Service
In the spirit of the BSA Slogan, “Do a Good Turn Daily,” Patriots’ Path Council is excited to announce that our 2nd annual month of service is October 2023 in partnership with our chartered organizations. We want to give back to these important partners who are an integral part of Scouting and thank them through
Labor Day Closings – Camps, Scout Shops and Service Center
All Patriots’ Path Camps, Scout Shops and the Service Center will be closed from Friday, September 1st through Monday, September 4th. All facilities will reopen with their regular schedule starting on Tuesday, September 5th.
New Youth Protection Policies effective September 1, 2023
Youth Protection and Adult Leadership Scouting’s Barriers to Abuse The BSA has adopted the following policies for the safety and well-being of its members. These policies primarily protect youth members; however, they also serve to protect adult leaders. All parents and caregivers should understand that our leaders are to abide by these safeguards. Parents and
Show & Sell Popcorn Coming Soon
If you missed the deadline to order your Show & Sell popcorn – you can still order from council. Popcorn is available starting Tuesday, August 8th. Pick-up is at the office in Cedar Knolls (same building as the Scout Shop) from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Popcorn must be reserved before pick-up. Send an email
Mountainside Scout Shop Closed for Vacation
The Mountainside Scout Shop will be closed from Saturday, August 19th throught Tuesday, September 5th. The shop will reopen for normal hours starting on Wednesday, September 6th from noon to 6 pm.
New Moisture Wicking T-Shirt
Announcing a new lightweight moisture wicking T-Shirt showcasing the new universal PPC Camps logo. Great to wear on its own all day at camp, or as a base layer under your Class A! Available at all PPC Scout Shops & Camp Trading Posts, or ever order online: PPC Scout Shops Camp T-Shirt
Council-Wide Membership Rally – Save the Date!
Council-Wide Membership Rally – Save the Date! When: Saturday August 19th @ 11 AM – 3 PM Where: Patriots’ Path Council Office Come and join us as we go over the latest developments and recruitment tools for the fall membership campaign! We will go over BeAScout tools and resources, marketing materials, incentive programs, social media
New York Yankees BSA Deals – September 24th
Join the New York Yankees for Boy Scouts of America Games at Yankee Stadium – only 1 game left! Each Special Event Ticket includes: • A New York Yankees hat co-branded with the Boy Scouts of America logo • A regular sized hot dog • Your first drink Not only do their tickets help support
Sussex Miners Scout Night – July 21st
The Sussex Miners will have a Scout Night on Friday, July 21st at 7:05 pm. The Miners will be playing The Grizzlies. This great baseball opportunity will get your family and Scouts out to a game. For every ticket sold a portion of the sale is returned to the Patriots’ Path Council. For more information
Gear Up for Summer!
Be Prepared for Camp with new colors of BSA Adventures shirts. Get your limited edition 2023 Camp T-Shirts available at their respective Camp Trading Posts or the Scout Shop; and add a Ballcap from your Favorite camp to go with it! Coming soon we will have lightweight moisture wicking tees with the new universal PPC
Scouting Forward Breakfast Announces OJ Anderson as the Featured Speaker!
We are pleased to announce that OJ Anderson will be the featured speaker at the 2023 Scouting Forward Breakfast. The breakfast will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park. Check-in and breakfast buffet open at 7:00 a.m.; program runs from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Our master of ceremonies
Scout Shop Summer Hours
The Patriots’ Path Council Scout Shops have started their summertime hours. These hours and closures will be in affect from July 3rd until September 4th, 2023. Kurland Family Scout Shop at Cedar Knolls Closed: July 3rd, July 4th, and September 4th Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00
August 2023 NYLT – Registration Extended
Registration for the August National Youth Leadership Training course will soon close! We have extended registration and waived the late fee until July 21, 2023. NYLT is open to Scouts, Venturers and Sea Scouts 13-20 years of age. This is a weeklong training course that teaches skills to make your Crew, Ship or Troop better.
Summer Camp – Ready To Go
Are you ready for summer camp? We are! Our staff has been working hard to ensure that camp is a great experience for all our youth this summer. We look forward to seeing you there! Not registered yet? It’s not too late! Visit https://ppcbsa.org/camping/ to register today. You can also find out more about our
Congressman Tom Kean Jr. Invites 2023 Eagles from the 7th Congressional District to a Gathering at His Bernardsville District Office
Please join Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. for his first annual CD-7 Eagle Scout Awardee Gathering. Students of New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District who have or will earn the rank of Eagle Scout in 2023 are invited to attend. Congressman Kean will host the Eagle Scout Awardee Gathering on Thursday, July 6th at 4:00 PM at
Jersey 360 Jamboree
The Jersey 360 Jamboree date and location has now been officially set. The event will take place at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, October 25-27, 2024. This event will be designed for Scouts of all ages. This event will have activities and games as well as shows. More information is coming soon.
Summer Time Fun That Supports Patriots’ Path Council
This year we have three great baseball opportunities to get your family and Scouts out to a game. For every ticket sold a portion of the sale is returned to the Patriots’ Path Council. Check out these deals: Somerset Patriots: We have two great games. This coming Friday June 23, 2023 and July 8, 2023.
NYLT – Still Openings for August and November
We are have our first NYLT course of the year coming up soon. I f you missed enrolling for it, now is the time to start thinking about our August and November Courses. This is a great opportunity to get your youth leadership ready for their next role! Sign up now so you don’t miss
Safety Moment
Safety is important to all of us. We have dedicated an entire page on our website to Scouting Safely, please check this site often for updates and current information at https://ppcbsa.org/scoutingsafely/ Every Scout meeting should start with a Safety Movement. The BSA has many of them ready to go for use at your Scouting event.
Patriots’ Path Council 2023 Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner
The Patriots’ Path Council had their annual Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner at Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge on Thursday, May 18th. The dinner had over 200 guests. The celebration honored the most recent Eagle Scout Class of 2022 and the 2023 Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductees, Tim Avis, Tim Farrell,
2023 Report to the State of New Jersey
On May 22, 2023, Patriots’ Path Council led the 2023 Report to the State of New Jersey where a delegation of Scouts representing the 7 councils that serve New Jersey reported to our state lawmakers. Patriots’ Path Council Eagle Scout, past Woapalanne Lodge Chief and current Section Chief Mike Fowler led the delegation and served
Have a Graduate in the Family?
Graduation is Almost Here! Come to the Scout Shops to purchase Scouting Graduation Honor Cords. We offer Eagle Scout Honor Cords as well as Venturing Summit Honor Cords. They are worn around the neck with the graduation gown and feature an attached award medallion. Ascend to the stage with well-earned pride, donning the colors of
What Are You Doing This Summer?
What are your plans for the summer? Summer camp is one month away! Plan your next adventure now and come to camp next month. https://ppcbsa.org/camping/
Pilot Program: Extra Week at Winnebago!
Introducing a pilot program for completing merit badges! Weeks 3 & 4 at camp, troops can return for a second week of camp for only $225 per scout to finish partial merit badges. Price applies to a second week of camp only. Units will camp will in the south end of Winnebago. For more information
2023 Saturday Splash at Camp Wheeler Pool!
2023 Saturday Splash at Camp Wheeler Pool! Have a pool party this summer with your troop or pack! We provide the lifeguards, a grill, and the great outdoors. You provide the food and fun! Kids all ages are welcome with parent supervision! Saturday, July 8, 15, 22, and 29th from 5 PM – 8 PM.
Open House Success!
Open House Success! On a beautiful spring weekend, we welcomed more than 70 families to our Cub Scout Day Camp Open Houses. Cub scouts enjoyed a variety of activities, archery, bb guns, painting crafts, and field games, while experiencing a part of a day at summer camp.
Watchung Regional Day Camp Early Drop Off
Watchung Regional Day Camp Early Drop Off Watchung Day Camp is offering an EARLY DROP OFF option this year! For only $25 per week, you can drop your camper off at 7:30 am. To take advantage of this offer, select the Early Drop off option in your registration. If you have already registered and would
Watchung Nights
Watchung Nights Looking for more summer fun? One night a week (during summer camp) we are offering a series of events for cubs and their families- Twilight Hike, Stargazing, and Campfires. Visit our website for more information at https://www.ppccubscoutcamps.org/cub-scout-day-camp or register at https://scoutingevent.com/358-WatchungNights. The fun starts on July 12 at Watchung Reservation Scout Camping Area.
Winnebago Family Camping
Winnebago Family Camping Join us for a fun family camping night at the end of the summer camp season on August 5, 2023. There will be lots of fun activities for all. Registration is open at https://scoutingevent.com/358-FamilyCamping. $45 per person, children under 5 free.
New Eagle Scout Letterman Jacket
New Eagle Scout Letterman Jacket Show pride in the monumental achievement of becoming an Eagle Scout with our exclusive Eagle Scout Letterman Jacket. Stylish as it is… or personalize with all your own Scout patches or other achievements! Makes a wonderful award for new Eagles, or a gift for any past Eagle Scout; Once an
Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration – Recap
PATRIOTS’ PATH COUNCIL HONORS ADULT VOLUNTEERS AND YOUTH LEADERS Over 100 people came out to Winnebago Scout Reservation on Saturday May 6 for the Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration. The council presented the 2023 Silver Beaver Awards along with Trailblazer Awards, Youth Leadership Awards, Venturing Leadership Awards, the PPC Alumnus of the Year Award and
PPC Adventures Update 5/18
This past week we had some fun and exciting Scouting adventures. On Tuesday May 9th, 11 Scouts completed the Music Merit Badge under the guidance of MB counselor Deb Minenna. On Saturday May 13th, 11 Scouts finished up their work in the Aviation Merit Badge at Morristown Airport. Tom Flatley was the MB counselor for
Skylands Scouts BSA Spring Camporee Recap
The Skylands District hosted its Spring Scouts BSA Camporee the weekend of April 21-23 at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers. The event was also known as “Scouts BSA Adventure Challenge”. Approximately one hundred Scouts from ten troops participated in team building exercises and races, testing their skills in problem solving and mystery solving. Scouts