Eagle Scout Project Certificates Of Insurance –
Eagle Scout project Certificates of Insurance must be submitted to national, due to this it is imperative that Eagle Scout Candidates make an effort to organize the forms needed for their project and submit them at least 2 weeks before the project start date — ideally 4 weeks in advance. The 2-week processing period begins
It’s Never Too Late to Keep Recruiting!
Patriots’ Path Council is committed to supporting your recruiting efforts and has extended our FREE geofencing program for all recruiting events for the rest of the year. Don’t forget to pick up lawn signs, stickers, pencils, and much more that we can offer to help enhance your recruiting table! Welcome Packets continue to mail out
Pinewood Derby 2026
Race over to your local Patriots’ Path Scout Shop to pick up the official 2026 Pinewood Derby Patches! Available now while supplies last!
Jet’s Scout Day – November 30th
Join the Patriots’ Path Council for Scout Day on November 30, 2025 as the New York Jets take on the Atlanta Falcons at Metlife Stadium. Sign Up Here Game time is 1 PM and there are several seating options available. For every ticket sold, the New York Jets will make a contribution to Patriots’ Path
Monthly Safety Moment – November
November – World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims Scouting adventures take our Scouts on the road a good bit. Planning those trips is important to protect all our Scouts. We would like to share with you all Austin’s Story. Austin’s story comes to us as a Scouting America Safety Moment called Roadside Fatality
Holiday Workshops Scheduled
Cub Scouts and families are invited to build a fun holiday gift project, enjoy a snack and a visit from Santa. The Flintlocks will be available to help with construction. Cost: $15.00 per youth includes choice of kit: handy toolbox, handy bench (stepstool), birdhouse or birdfeeder. Adults and children under 5 free (kit not included).
November NYLT Course Wraps Up
NYLT has completed its November course. 32 Scouts have completed the two-weekend course under the leadership of the incredible staff. Each participant demonstrated outstanding dedication to developing their leadership skills, and we’re incredibly proud of their growth. This course marks Keith Hawkins’s last course as course coordinator. Keith has been the course coordinator for the
Merit Badge eXtravaganza a Success
This past Saturday, November 15, the Patriots’ Path Council Advancement Committee held the 2025 Merit Badge eXtravaganza—and what a day it was! More than 180 Scouts from across the council and nearby areas came together at Morristown High School to dive into over 20 different merit badges. One of the biggest highlights was the debut
Nominate an Adult Volunteer or Youth Leader for a PPC Award – Due December 31st
Award Nominations Due December 31st We are currently accepting nominations for the Silver Beaver Award, Trailblazer Award, Youth Leadership Award, Alumnus of the Year Award, and Eagle Scout Hall of Fame and more! There are many eligible and deserving Scouts and Scouters who go above and beyond in their dedication to Scouting. Now is the
Start Your Scouting Year off Right with the Proper Uniform!
Start your Scouting Year off right with the proper uniform! Stop by either of our Patriots’ Path Council Scout Shops and our associates will be able to ensure your scouts have all your uniform needs!
Membership Fall Incentives Almost Gone
It’s not too late to take advantage of our fall incentive programs that end on October 31st! Like saving money? Submit your application online and enter the discount code to get $5 off your registration fees! Like free geofencing for your recruiting event? Submit your request now! To learn more about what we have to
Discover the Adventure – Schedule a Unit Camping Presentation!
Want to learn more about the amazing camping opportunities the Patriots’ Path Council has to offer? There’s no better way than by scheduling a Unit Camping Presentation! One of our trained presenters will visit your unit meeting and deliver a fun, 15-minute overview of all the exciting summer and year-round camping programs available through our
Scouting Forward Dinner
We’re honored to invite you as our guest to the Scouting Forward Dinner, the official kick-off to the 2026 Friends of Scouting (FOS) Campaign. We’re thrilled to announce this year’s featured speaker: Jeff Csatari, son of legendary Scouting illustrator Joe Csatari. Jeff brings a powerful legacy and inspiring message that promises to make this evening
Toys for Tots Drive is Underway
The Patriots’ Path Council Toys for Tots Toy Drive is underway! There’s still time to make a difference for children in need this holiday season. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to shop for your toy donation! You can: ? Purchase online and have your toy
District Camporees in Full Swing
District Camporees are in full swing this fall! Our districts have been very busy providing amazing program for our Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA families over the past few weeks. We have provided program to over 1,500 families through our camps and camping programs! From camping at the Sterling Hill Mine to enjoying the stars
The Patriots’ Path Council Training committee needs YOUR help!
Patriots’ Path Council is in need of Wilderness First Aid Instructors. If you have completed Wilderness First Aid – you are just the person we are looking for. However, we would like to hear from anyone who would have an interest in helping. We hold 3 Wilderness First Aid training sessions each year – November,
Rutgers Football – Special Scouting Events
Rutgers Football is in the final 2 months of the regular season for home games and we wanted to invite our Scouting Community to take advantage of a NEW offer to watch the Scarlet Knights play at SHI Stadium and earn a Rutgers Football Scout Day patch! On Saturday, November 8th, Rutgers will host Maryland
Scouting Color Run
Scouting Color Run – Friday, November 7th at 4:00 pm Join us for an afternoon of color, fun, and Scouting spirit! Walk, jog, or run through bursts of bright color and finish the day covered in smiles. Registration includes a White T-shirt, color powder, and post-run snacks. All proceeds support local Scouting programs that help
Another great month for Membership!
Thanks to the hard work of our unit leaders, we recruited over 580 new families to Scouting in September! Let’s keep the momentum going! Involve your District, take advantage of our membership tools such as canopies, dancing inflatable scouts, lawn signs, and much more! Like saving money? Encourage new families to apply online and take
The Patriots’ Path Council 2025 Toys for Tots Campaign Has Begun!
Help bring holiday joy to children in need by supporting our Holiday Council Toy Drive. Pro Tip: Use Prime, Walmart & Other Big Deal Days – to purchase toys online and ship them directly to us! Shipping Address: Winnebago Scout Reservation 102 Timberbrook Drive Rockaway, NJ 07866 Toys Needed (New & Unwrapped): LEGO sets Basketballs,
Don’t miss out on FREE 10% OFF Uniforms!!!
Make sure to come to either one of the Patriots’ Path Scout Shops between now and November 1st to take advantage of our 10% Uniform Promotion!
Unit Camping & Friends of Scouting Presenter Training
Are you passionate about Scouting and enjoy engaging with others? Join us for an in-person training session to become a presenter at unit meetings for Patriots’ Path Council camping opportunities and the Friends of Scouting campaign. We’re looking for enthusiastic and outgoing individuals who are excited to share the Scouting story and promote these important
NYLT Fall Course
This November, your Scouts have the opportunity to take the next big step in their Scouting journey—National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). NYLT isn’t just training—it’s an adventure in leadership. Over the course of a week, Scouts will live and work together as a team, tackle challenges, and gain real-world skills that prepare them to lead
Philmont 2027 Treks Now Open!
Philmont 2027 Treks Now Open for Applications! Choose your adventure: 12-Day Treks – the classic Philmont experience 9-Day Treks – new for 2027! 11-day adventure, only 7 business days. Crew applications are now open! https://ppcscouting.org/programs/adventure/ For questions or inquiries, please contact Chief Watchu at [email protected]
Family Fun Day
Get some in on some fall fun at Watchung Reservation with our Family Funday! Come on out on Saturday, October 11th from 10 AM to 1 PM. This is the perfect event for those Cub Scouts that are missing all the fun they had at Watchung Day Camp this past summer or for the Cub
Fall Uniform Promotion
Take advantage of the Patriots’ Path Council Scout Shops Fall Uniform promotion! Available in-store at both locations through October 31st!
Last New York Yankee Scout Night!
This Sunday September 28th get ready for the playoff’s vs the Baltimore Orioles. All ticket sales include a donation to the Patriots’ Path Council to support local Scouting. You can purchase your tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/group/Boyscouts712
Membership Online Discount is BACK by Popular Demand!
PPC Membership Committee is excited to continue our online discount program for applications that are completed online through beascout.org When registering your new Scout into a unit, you will be able to get a $5 discount on your registration fees by entering the coupon code at check out! For more information on the discount program,
Unlock Your Leadership at NYLT!
Are you ready to take your Scouting journey to the next level? National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is your chance to unlock your leadership potential while making memories that will last a lifetime What is NYLT? NYLT is Scouting America’s premier youth-led leadership experience designed for youth, by youth. Through exciting outdoor adventures, team challenges,
10 Reasons – 2026 National Jamboree
The excitement for the 2026 National Jamboree is already building! Spots are filling, and now is the perfect time to register your Scout at https://ppcscouting.org/2026jambo/. Here are ten great reasons to sign up today: Save Before Prices Rise – Early bird pricing ends September 30, 2025. After that, fees increase by $240 starting October 1,
Recruiting – How can Geofencing Help You?
PPC Membership Committee is excited to partner with our units this fall as we aim to recruit over 2,000 new families to our programs. Take advantage of the resources available to YOU in helping with your recruiting event. Right now, the Council is offering free geofencing for all recruiting events and an online discount code
Catholic Scouting Opportunities for Units in the Archdiocese of Newark (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties)
Catholic Scout Retreat Weekend Taking place the weekend of October 24-26 at the Ross Dock Section of the Palisades Interstate Park this annual camp out retreat weekend has some great view of NYC and the Palisades! Come join us for the camp out retreat, this year called “Walking with the Saints”. Learn more on the
Mobile Scout Shop – We Come to You!
Want to support your local council, while providing an event with Scouting merch? Look no further than our Patriots’ Path Council Mobile Scout Shop! Upon reservation, we will set up a table at your unit’s meeting and bring with us program supplies that your Scouts would need for a successful year! For more information, please
Weekend Camping at MASR & WSR
After a great summer we are excited to start the fall camping season at both of our council properties. Great camping and programs are available all year round. Below are some weekends that we want to highlight as having lots of availability for campsites and cabins. Weekends not listed are not necessarily sold out, but
AOL to Scouts BSA: Making the Transition Stick
Let’s get ready for an awesome recruiting season! Last week, the National office hosted a Fall Recruiting Webinar – that recording will be made available next week and will be shared in case you missed it! However, PPC Membership Committee is hosting an In-Person AOL to Scouts BSA Transition Roundtable THIS Tuesday August 12th at
Den Meeting Deck
Looking for the perfect meeting plan ideas for your cub scout den? Look no further than the new Den Meeting Decks for leaders! Available now at the Kurland Family Scout Shop in Cedar Knolls, these guides are the perfect tool to help you plan the best den meetings for your Scouts!
Unit Camp Shirts
Did your unit attend Summer Camp at one of our camps? Want to commemorate your week of camp? Look no further than these unit specific themed camp t-shirts!
It’s Not Too Late to Fund Your Entire Year of Scouting
Earn up to 40% Commission Plus Rewards for your Scouts Selling Locations Reserved for you Tap-to-Pay & Credit Cards make selling easy Manage the sale from one website New Selling units get 2 cases of our best selling product at 100% Commission! Interested? Check out all the information and How Tos at: https://ppcscouting.org/give/popcorn/ Contact your
AOL to Scouts BSA: Making the Transition Stick
Join our August Council-Wide Roundtable Did you know that Scouts who attend summer camp are significantly more likely to stay in Scouting long-term? To help ensure a strong start in their new troop, Arrow of Light (AOL) Scouts should ideally cross over by February or March. This gives them time to bond with their new
University of Scouting/Program Launch
Patriots’ Path Council is excited to announce that University of Scouting/Program Launch will be Saturday March 28th, 2026. Mark your calendars for a day filled with classes, trainings, and much more! More details to come in the coming weeks.
The Season of Service 2025 is Here!
The most powerful way to thank a chartered organization is to provide service. This annual campaign in the fall encourages units to help their chartered organization by doing community service for them during the fall season and then sharing their story. Find out more information here.
Do Your Socks Match?!
Double Your Impact! Double Your Friends of Scouting Donation with a Company Matching Gift! PLUS Receive a Pair of Scouting America Socks! Your donation to Scouting America, Patriots’ Path Council can go twice as far through your company’s matching gift program – and as thank-you, you will receive a pair of exclusive Scouting America socks!
Seabadge Flash Course 2025: A National Milestone in Patriots’ Waters
In a landmark moment for Sea Scouting across the nation, the second-ever Seabadge Flash Course was successfully held the weekend of June 12–14, 2025, hosted by Patriots’ Path Council. Seabadge is the adult leadership development program that equips adult leaders with the knowledge, resources, and network to effectively lead youth in the nautical environment. The
Scout Baseball Events
We have great Scout Night events with two great baseball teams coming up. Somerset Patriots June 25th at 6:35 pm July 11th at 7:05 pm New York Yankees September 6th at 1:05 pm September 28th at 3:05 pm Click on the links below for more information: Somerset Patriots New York Yankees
Offices Closed – Friday, June 20th
The Patriots’ Path Council Service Center will be closed on Friday, June 20, 2025. The Staff will be at Mount Allamuchy Scout Reservation for a day of service. The Kurland Family and Mountainside Scout Shops will be open normal hours.
Scouting for Clean Waterways – Conservation Good Turn for America Program
Looking for a community service project idea? Check out the Scouting for Clean Waterways – Conservation Good Turn for America program! In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Conservation Good Turn for America, Scouting America is joining the nationwide initiative aimed at addressing the critical issue of waterway and marine debris, “aquatic trash”, offering
Scout Shops – Summer Hours
Effective July 1st through Labor Day, Monday September 1st, the summer hours are: The Kurland Family Scout Shop will be Monday-Friday, 10 am – 6 pm, CLOSED Saturday and Sunday. The Mountainside Scout Shop will be open Wednesday-Friday, 12 pm – 6 pm, CLOSED Saturday-Tuesday.
Scout Night Events in May
We have two great Scout Night opportunities coming up with our Program Partners. A portion of every ticket comes back to support the Patriots’ Path Council and Local Scouting. Join the Sussex County Miners on May 10th. This is not only a Scout Night but it is also “Paint the Park Pink” night and there
District Events in May – Sign Up & Come
Come and sign up for one or more of our District Spring Events coming up in the month of May! Skylands Cub Camporee – Gold Rush Themed event will be on May 16 – 18 at WSR. Click HERE Raritan Valley Scouts BSA Camporee – Wilderness Camping Themed event will be on May 16 –
