Category: Camping
Klondike Derby Season
Klondike Derby Season: This past weekend we kicked-off the 2023 Klondike Derby Season. This meant we had two great events happening at the same time. At Winnebago Scout Reservation we had the Skylands District with 367 Scouts on 44 sleds
8 Ideas for Staying Warm While Cold-Weather Camping
Do your toes get cold while going outside in the winter? Putting on a hat can help. Do you like baggy clothes? That’ll serve you well if you’re outside in cold weather. What are the three W’s of cold-weather camping?
Camp Counselors Wanted
Apply for a summer job today! PPC offers many opportunities to work over the summer at one of our three Scout camps and two Cub Scout camps. We are hiring CIT’s (counselors in training) 14 years and up, and camp
Tom A. Pepe Camping Scholarship – Deadline April 1st
The Thomas A. Pepe Camping Scholarships deadline is on April 1st at midnight. This scholarship helps families that need financial assistance with camp costs. Complete the short application at https://247scouting.com/forms/358-adventureship.
Klondikes – (Registration is almost closed)
Klondike Derbies are a great opportunity to get outside in the winter months. Not only do they allow our Scouts that winter experience, but they also allow them to compete against other Scouts and show off their Scouting skills. This
2023 Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!!!!
Summer Camp 2023 registration is now open. In a few short months, summer will be here! Now is the time to register and save! The Super Saver discount is in full effect until March 1st at midnight. Summer camp offers
Philmont 2024 – Registration is Open!!!
With the end of 2022 fast approaching it is time to start the planning and preparations for your unit’s 2024 adventure at the “Pinnacle of Scouting” – Philmont Scout Ranch in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in New Mexico. The
Operation Zero 2/18 – 2/20
Registration for Operation Zero is OPEN! This is a winter camping adventure you won’t want to miss! On President’s Day Weekend 2023 (February 18-20) Scouts and Venturers will build and sleep in Quinzees, go snowshoeing, sledding, ice fishing, and more!
Fall is the Best Time to be Camping!
Fall is the best time to be camping! Our Council has now had 8 Scouts, BSA and Cub Scout Camporees this month. Almost 1,900 Scouts and more than 1,600 adults and siblings enjoying our camps and great program put on
2023 National Jamboree Early Bird ends October 31st!!!
Book your spot before by October 31st, to avoid National’s $215 increase! We still have spots open, and it is not too late to register! There are currently timely items for 2023 National Scout Jamboree planned July 18-28, 2023, at
