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Citizenship in Society Merit Badge

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Citizenship in Society is a new merit badge that will be required for the rank of Eagle Scout as of July 1, 2022. The emphasis of this merit badge for Scouts to explore ways to live the Scout Oath and Scout Law.  This merit badge is different; there will be no merit badge book and there is no “correct” answer for any of the requirements. Download the merit badge requirements and the merit badge workbook below. This parent letter gives background information about this new merit badge and who to contact if there are questions regarding the subject matter: Parent Letter Citizenship in Society 03.2022 Signed.

Download the merit badge requirements here: Citizenship in Society MB Requirements

and the merit badge workbook here: Citizenship in Society MB Guidebook. NOTE: This is not an official BSA document and is not required for any class but can be helpful in earning the merit badge.

Merit Badge Classes

Council Staff will offer a class on four Mondays: July 11, July 18, July 25, and August 15. Each session begins at 7:00 pm in the second floor conference room at the Council Office. Participants must attend all sessions to complete the merit badge and participation is limited to Scouts that are ages 15+ and/or Life rank.  For more information and to sign up, please CLICK HERE. Prerequisites for this class may be downloaded here: Citizenship in Society Prerequisites for Scouts

As more classes are scheduled, they will be posted here.

2023 National Scout Jamboree

Only 3 openings remain for female Scouts BSA or Ventures!

While the Hawk Mountain Council currently does not have any openings for Male Scouts BSA or Ventures, please contact Brian Beddow at the Council Service Center to be placed on the waiting list or to attend with a neighboring Council.

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When the first National Scout Jamboree was held in Washington, DC in 1937, Dan Beard lit the opening campfire using flint and steel. Scouts from all 48 states brought the wood that was used in the campfire. Since that time, an additional 18 National Jamborees have been held and you have an opportunity to join the 19th National Scout Jamboree at the Boy Scouts of America’s world-class facility, the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia from July 19 through 28, 2023.

National Scout Jamborees are one of Scouting’s pinnacle events. Jamborees are an opportunity for more than 15,000 Scouts, Venturers, and Scouters, to come together for fellowship, high adventure, and an exciting once-in-a-lifetime program!. Hawk Mountain Council is planning to host two Troops totaling 72 youth and 8 adults, this includes both female and male participants and adult leaders. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!   The Council will continue to add additional troops and/or patrols based on demand.

Activities Include:

  • World-class zip lines
  • The third-largest shooting sports venue in the world
  • Large arena shows
  • 2nd largest skate park in the US
  • Kayaking & whitewater rafting
  • Rock climbing and rappelling
  • Mountain bikes, BMX, & ATVs

Scout Participant Qualifications:

  • MUST have a current BSA membership with a Scouts BSA troop at the time of Jamboree
  • MUST be at least a First Class Scout by the first day of the Jamboree (July 19, 2023)
  • MUST be at least 12 years of age by the first day of the Jamboree (July 19, 2023) and has not reached their 18th birthday by the last day of the Jamboree (July 28, 2023)
  • Be approved by their unit leader and local council
  • Available to participate in pre-Jamboree training experiences with council contingent
  • Complete a BSA Health & Medical record
  • Participants are responsible for their uniforms (two complete field/class A uniforms), personal gear (e.g., mess kit and sleeping bag), and spending money
  • All Troop gear such as cots, tents, stoves, troop pots/pans, tables, etc. will be provided by the Hawk Mountain Council or the Summit

Contingent Fee: $1,850 (until October 31, 2022) Participants must register in the National Jamboree system to receive this price!

Contingent Fee: $2,065 (Starting November 1, 2022) The National BSA is increasing their fee to attend NOT the Hawk Mountain Council.

Contingent Package Includes:

  • Jamboree training, team building weekend, and shakedown weekend events (includes meals and program supplies)
  • National Jamboree fee (all meals included)
  • Bus transportation to and from Reading, PA, and Summit Bechtel Reserve, WV (Jamboree location)
  • Hawk Mountain Council Jamboree Swag Bag (T-shirts, water bottle, backpack, Jamboree unit number patches, Jamboree patch sets, Jamboree hat)

Payment Schedule:

Non-refundable deposit $250 Due upon registration
2nd payment $500 June 1, 2022
3rd payment $500 October 31, 2022
Final payment $600 February 1, 2023

Monthly payment plans can be arranged upon request.

Adult participation:

The council has already selected the adults needed to support the Jamboree Contingent. If you have questions regarding adult leaders, please contact Jim Milham at the Scout office by calling 610-926-3406

For more information about the National Jamboree Staff, visit https://jamboree.scouting.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Scouts BSA?

What is Scouts BSA

Scouts BSA is the traditional Scouting experience for youth in the fifth grade through high school. Service, community engagement and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as youth lead their own activities and work their way toward earning Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout.

 

Join Scouts BSA

Scouts BSA has a lot to offer, but don’t let the number of merit badges scare you away. With exposure to a uniquely hands-on learning experience and the opportunity to earn merit badges reflecting each Scout’s budding interests, youth unlock a world of discovery around them and forge a path for the future.

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Places to go with your Scouts

Have you and your committee been stuck trying to pick out somewhere to take your pack or your den?

Is that Patrol Leader’s Council stumped for ideas on an outing?

Or maybe you just need some ideas of places to take your family for a vacation or a long weekend.

Take a peek through this list of 149 locations that are good for your unit (or family) to visit. The criteria being that it had to be in Pennsylvania, specifically the eastern portion of the state (using Harrisburg and State College as general guidelines), similar to WFMZ’s “One Tank Trips” feature.
The three lists below are the same, but are sorted differently: by the name of the location, by the county where the location is found, and by the general category that the location falls under. Feel free to download whichever you prefer. The location categories are located at the bottom of the page.

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National Youth Leadership Training

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is the premier youth leadership program offered by Hawk Mountain Council. NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed to provide youth members with leadership skills […]

Become a Merit Badge Counselor

Become a Merit Badge Counselor What expertise do you have to share with Scouts? Check out the list of merit badges and their requirements. To become a merit badge counselor or […]

Summer Camp 2023

Welcome to the Hawk Mountain Council Summer Camp Page We have a great summer lined up for you and hope you will join us at HMSR or at the Southern … [Read More...]

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Places to go with your Scouts

Have you and your committee been stuck trying to pick out somewhere to take your pack or your den? Is that Patrol Leader's Council stumped for … [Read More...]

Cub Scouting

Cub Scouting is fun for the whole family.  In Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future … [Read More...]

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