Monthly Archives: March 2023
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 your hat today and gear up for adventure!
Stop into our Scout Shops, or even order online: www.ppcscoutshop.org/hats
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 July 8: https://so6.glitnirticketing.com/soticket/cms/view.php?id=tile_Patriots%27+Path+Council
Sussex County Miners vs the Gateway Grizzles Friday July 21: https://offer.fevo.com/grizzlies-vs-miners-94sphj7-62137d2
New York Yankees have several Scout Night dates: https://offer.fevo.com/boy-scouts-of-america-games-group–76c5632?fevoUri=boy-scouts-of-america-games-group–76c5632%2F
All of our program partners will be contributing back a portion of your p[purchase to help support Scouting in the Patriots’ Path Council.
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. We do add items to the calendar and sometimes events do get changed, so we recommend checking back often for the latest up to date information.
If you want to know when your Scouts, BSA Camporee will be in May of 2024, you will see that we have the save the date notice there. Looking for the date for the Jersey 360 Council Camporee, that is on there as well. The camping reservation system is also open!
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 will be “Stem Under the Stars”, with STEM activities throughout the day on Saturday. Bring the whole family!
Registration will be by pack only (not individual family registrations). Link to register: https://scoutingevent.com/358-SSCFC or via council calendar/May 19: https://ppcbsa.org/calendar/
For additional information, contact camporee chair Katherine Smith: [email protected] or here is the flyer
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 described as Scouts BSA meets Amazing Race. Put the skills you have learned over the years to use in a unique and creative way! These challenges will require you to work as a team. Some challenges will be straightforward; others may require strategy and teamwork to complete.
Link to register: https://scoutingevent.com/358-SkySprCamp
Or via council calendar/April 21: https://ppcbsa.org/calendar/
For more information, contact event chair Bob Reidmiller, [email protected] or here is the event flyer
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 volunteers and youth leaders!
The celebration will be held in the dining hall, with a gathering at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon and awards ceremony will be at 12:30 p.m. Seating is limited and registration is required. You can register on-line HERE. RSVP deadline is May 1, 2023.
For more information or questions, please contact Vicki Kallok at 973-765-9322 x246 or [email protected]
The 2023 Award Recipients:
SILVER BEAVER AWARD: James Agar, Westfield; William Debiec, Vernon; Andy Monka, Denville; Gerard Serpico, Byram; J. Hamilton Slye, Bridgewater; Les Wu, Parsippany; and Geoffrey Zoeller, Rockaway Township
SILVER ANTELOPE AWARD: Archer Jones, Flanders
TRAILBLAZER AWARD: Jay DeBoey, Long Valley; Jack Flood, New Providence; Alan Gotliffe, Chatham; Dianne Hartshorn, Hopatcong; Joseph Schott, Fanwood; and Glenn Treier, Denville
YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARD: Patrick Bubniak, Troop 49; Ronald “R.J.” Bubnowski, Jr., Troop 150; Brianna Conlon, Crew 276; Sebastián J. Heredia, Ship 228; and Lora Panepinto, Ship 228
VENTURING LEADERSHIP AWARD: Connor Neuhaus, Crew 17; and Katherine Smith, Sparta
PPC ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR AWARD: Hal Daumé (1942-2022)
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 Eagle Scout Recognition and Reunion Dinner (scoutingevent.com)
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 match your registered position in the pack.
Click here for more information and to register for Cub Leader Position-Specific Training
BALOO Training – a one-and-a-half day overnight course designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to pack activities. BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands-on practical.
Click here for instructions to complete BALOO Prerequisite Training
Click here for more information and to register for BALOO Training
Scouts BSA
Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training – a-full day course designed to highlight the Scouts BSA program broken down into high level modules.
Click here for more info and to register for Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training
If there are no current classes, or if there is a conflict, please check back for the latest updates or courses can be completed online at my.scouting.org.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills – a one-and-a-half day overnight course designed to help prepare leaders for an outdoor program in addition to learning teaching techniques on advancement.
Click here for more information and to register for Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
Supplemental Training
CPR Training – is a few-hour-long evening program run with the ESCI standards with a hands-on component. This course is recognized as a pre-requisite to Wilderness First Aid. There is no specific minimum age requirement but all participants will need to pass a hands-on practical to receive certification. This is a great opportunity for kids starting in Webelos and up. Click here for more information and to register for CPR Training.
Wilderness First Aid – is a weekend-long program run with the ESCI standards with a hands-on component. This course is recognized by NCAP Standards where access to medical services is limited. The minimum age requirement is 14. Click here for more information and to register for Wilderness First Aid Training.
ServSafe Food Manager Training – is a several-day program to be certified in running a kitchen that conforms with NCAP and state standards. Registration coming soon!
Wood Badge – is an advanced leadership training that teaches the latest in leadership theory and team development. Save the date to attend both weekends September 8-10, 2023, and October 14-15, 2023. Completion of basic leader training for your position is a prerequisite to attending. Check out the current flyer. Register now.
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.
