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
Skylands District Recognition Awards Dinner
Wednesday, May 17, The Jefferson House on Lake Hopatcong The Skylands District will be honoring Scouters who go beyond in their service to Scouting at its awards recognition ceremony at The Jefferson House, Nolan’s Point, Lake Hopatcong, on Wednesday, May 17. Join us for a night of fellowship and fun over dinner on the lake
Skylands Spring Cub Camporee
Skylands District 2023 Spring Cub Camporee May 19-21, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers Registration is now open for the 2023 Skylands District Spring Cub Family Camporee scheduled for the weekend of May 19-21, at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers. Rally your families now to attend this fun filled weekend family campout. Our theme
PPC Adventures – April 22nd Recap
PPC Adventure Programs provides a wide array of program activities. Check out the recap of recent activities Winnebago Scout Reservation, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, and Watchung Reservation. WSR was a very busy place: four troops participated in rifle troop shoots, and one did both rifle and archery; four troops rocked the Zipline and Treetop Course;
Adams Award Recipient Announced
Congratulations to Charlotte Pennington from Troop 1150 in Sparta who was selected as PPC’s Glenn and Melinda Adams Service Project of the Year recipient. The Adams Awards was created to recognize valuable service of an exceptional nature by a Scout to a religious institution, a school, a community, or another entity while doing his or
Join Us at the 2023 Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration
The PPC Awards Celebration is being held on May 6 at Winnebago Scout Reservation, where we will honor our 2023 SILVER BEAVER AWARD recipients. We are also presenting the SILVER ANTELOPE AWARD, TRAILBLAZER AWARDS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS, VENTURING LEADERSHIP AWARDS, and COUNCIL ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR AWARD. The celebration will be held in the dining
NYLT Early Registration Discount Ends April 30th!
NYLT Early Registration Discount Ends April 30! Time is running out on the opportunity to save on the participant registration fee. Don’t miss out! Registration is open! Do you know about National Youth Leadership Training? The purpose of NYLT is to provide training to youth members of Scouts BSA troops, Sea Scout
Early Bird Discount Still Available!
Summer is just around the corner! Patriots’ Path Council Summer Camps are the perfect opportunity for your child to experience adventure, make new friends, and develop valuable skills. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer to save money and secure your child’s spot at camp. We have a variety of sessions available throughout the summer,
Cub Scout Day Camps Host Open Houses
Thinking about Day Camp this summer? Register for one of our Cub Scout Day Camp Open Houses. Enjoy a day with your family, and experience many of the activities that kids experience during their week at camp. Bring your lunch and have a picnic. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. We welcome families already
Summer Camp Staff Wanted
Looking for a summer job? We are hiring! Teens and adults are welcome to apply! Join our summer camp team! We are now accepting applications for our 2024 summer camp season. We are hiring staff at two Cub Scout Day camps and two Scouts BSA camps, with over 100 opportunities. If you are looking for
Weekend Camping
Spring is here! Make your reservation today and get outdoors. Our facilities are open to both Scouting and Non-Scouting units and groups. Choose from a variety of campsites, cabins, programs, and meeting areas for your next adventure. Visit https://campreservation.com/358/Home to book your reservation today.
New Jersey 360 Camporee
Patriots’ Path Council will be hosting a council wide camporee in October of 2024. This is a great opportunity to celebrate Scouting with 5000 of your closest Scouting friends! We are starting the planning process and welcome your participation and ideas. If you are interested in joining the staff, please take a few minutes to
2022 Merit Badge Rankings: A New Chart-Topper Emerges
Do you know what the most earned merit badge was in 2022? In February the BSA article in Aaron on Scouting gave the full breakdown of all the merit badges earned in 2022 including the top 10 and the 10 rarest. Check out this article to see where your favorite merit badge was on the
Catch a Red Bulls Game and Support Scouting
The New York Red Bulls will be taking on the Philadelphia Union on May 6, for their 2023 Scout Night. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to support local Scouting in the Patriots’ Path Council.
NYLT Registration is Now Open!
Do you know about National Youth Leadership Training? The purpose of NYLT is to provide training to youth members of Scouts BSA troops, Sea Scout ships and Venturing crews to be the best leaders in their home unit. For more information click here and watch our short video: https://youtu.be/Y8wasX-DIdc If you are interested in registering your Scout:
April is Distracted Driving Month
As a safety moment for all our Scouts and families who read Signs Up, we are looking at Distracted Driving. 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
Spring Cleaning Sale!
Stop into our PPC Scout Shops for a Special Spring Cleaning SALE! This is your chance for great bargains as we make room for new items! We have Fox River Merino Wool Blend Hiking Socks: Buy One, Get One Free! Clearance Scouts BSA & Eagle Scout T-Shirts: Only $5 A variety of Outdoor Skills Information
Scouters Join Parishioners of Hillside, NJ Ukrainian Catholic Church to Pray for Ukraine
On Sunday, March 26, 2023, Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts members from Pioneer and Fishawack Districts of Patriot’s Path Council 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. The service began with the singing
Fishawack 2023 Knights and Wizards Spring Camporee
Fishawack Spring Cub Camporee will be held May 20th-21st at Winnebago Scout Reservation. Stations— we expect to include bb, archery, fishing, Cubmobile, Raingutter Regatta, obstacle course, bottle rockets, chess, rock painting, and nature hike. One person from each pack should get a headcount and register everyone. Folks can camp or come for the day. Packs
New BSA Hats – Gear Up for Adventure!
Whether backpacking on your favorite trail or camping with your troop— these new BSA hats shield your hair, eyes, and skin from the sun’s rays so you can have the most fun outdoors. These hats are not only built for the outdoors but allow you to put your passion for Scouting on full display. Get
Program Partners are Back!
The Patriots’ Path Council is proud to announce our program partners for 2023. All four of these partners have special Scout Night opportunities for our Scouts and your entire family. New York Red Bulls vs the Philadelphia Union in MLS Soccer Saturday May 6: https://fevo.me/patriotspathscoutrbny Somerset Patriots Scout Nights on Friday June 23 & Saturday
Be Prepared! 2023-2024 Scouting Calendar – Now Available
Be Prepared! 2023-2024 Scouting Calendar – Now Available That is not just our motto, it is our way of life in the Scout world. The 2023-2024 Scouting calendar was released at the March 4th Program Launch. You now can see all events happening in the council and all the districts until the end of 2024.
Skylands District 2023 Spring Cub Camporee
Skylands District 2023 Spring Cub Camporee May 19-21, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers Registration is now open for the 2023 Skylands District Spring Cub Family Camporee scheduled for the weekend of May 19-21, at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers. Rally your families now to attend this fun filled weekend family campout. Our theme
Skylands District 2023 Scouts BSA Spring Camporee- ‘Scout Skills Adventure Challenge”
Skylands District 2023 Scouts BSA Spring Camporee- ‘Scout Skills Adventure Challenge” April 21-23, Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Camp Somers SAVE THE DATE!! Registration is now open for the 2023 Skylands District Scouts BSA Spring Camporee. This year’s event is the Great Scout Skills Adventure Challenge! Join us for a unique adventure race that is best
1st Annual Pioneer Pinewood Derby
The 1st Annual Pioneer Pinewood Derby took place Saturday, March 18th at The Presbyterian Church, Westfield. About 60 Cub Scouts and siblings raced to the finish line with their handmade pinewood derby cars. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped put on an amazing event.
Join Us at the 2023 Patriots’ Path Council Awards Celebration
We will be presenting the 2023 SILVER BEAVER AWARDS at the PPC Awards Celebration on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Winnebago Scout Reservation. We will also be presenting the SILVER ANTELOPE AWARD, TRAILBLAZER AWARDS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS, VENTURING LEADERSHIP AWARDS, and COUNCIL ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR AWARD. Please plan to come out and honor these dedicated
2023 Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner
Registration for the 2023 Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner is open! Celebrate the 2022 Eagle Scout Class and the 2023 Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductees on Thursday, May 18th 6:00pm at the Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge. This event can sell out fast! Sign up here today- Patriots’ Path Council – 2023
Adult Leader Training Opportunities
A few weeks ago at our Program Launch, we released dates for our upcoming courses. Please see below for current offerings. Check out our training page for the most up-to-date information: https://ppcbsa.org/training/ Cub Scouts Cub Position-Specific Training – a-half day course designed to highlight the Cub Scouting program broken down into sessions to best
High Adventure Interest Form
Are you interested in attending a high adventure camp either as an individual or together as a unit? Please fill out the interest form and we will contact you as openings become available or during the council contingent planning stages. Currently, there are both youth and adult openings for Philmont for this summer and next.
Introduction to Backpacking
Patriots’ Path Council High Adventure Committee will present an introductory course on backpacking for Scout Leaders with an emphasis on backpacking with Scouts or venturers. This class is open to all registered adult Scouters (Scoutmasters, ASMs, Advisors and Assistant Advisors) who wish to learn more about backpacking, especially in the Scout context. Cost: $25 Price includes:
Weekend Camping Opportunities
Who’s ready to get outdoors? Our camps have a lot to offer! Our facilities are open to both Scouting and Non-Scouting units and groups. Choose from a variety of campsites, cabins, programs, and meeting areas for your next adventure. Visit https://campreservation.com/358/Home to book your reservation today.
Summer Camp Staff Needed
Summer camps are hiring! Spend the summer outdoors, make some extra money! Complete your application today… we are scheduling interviews soon. Visit our main camping website or go directly to the application at https://ppcbsa.workbrightats.com/jobs/.
University of Scouting and Program Launch Draws Record Attendance
The University of Scouting, an annual educational event for youth and adult leaders involved in the Patriots’ Path Council Boy Scouts of America, has just concluded with a record attendance of 250 participants. Part of this attendance was for Program Launch, which kicks-off the 2023-2024 Scouting year. The event was held on March 4 at
National Jamboree Leader Opening
This summer, the National Jamboree as part of our council contingent has an adult leader opening. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of Scouts BSA troops, be over 21 years of age, and fully commit to being a strong supporter of the council for the success of the program. If interested, please fill out an
National Jamboree Last Chance to Register
Warning!!! The 2023 Jamboree is reaching its capacity at the National level. This is likely the last chance to secure your Scout’s spot for the National Jamboree at Summit Bechtel High Adventure Base in West Virginia before National registrations close. Our contingent has about 10 spots left! Any Scout that misses this great opportunity during
Wood Badge 75th Anniversary
Just seventy-five years ago, Wood Badge made its way to the U.S. in 1948 to Schiff Scout Reservation in Mendham, New Jersey. Read all about this history at: https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2023/02/13/bsas-wood-badge-course-turns-75-remains-as-relevant-as-ever Did you know there is an upcoming course this year? Wood Badge is designed to meet the advanced leadership needs of all Scouters, particularly unit level
