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Support Ukraine Refugees

 

The Hawk Mountain Council, BSA is selling a patch and neckerchief with proceeds going to Ukraine refugee relief. The two items feature the flag of Ukraine and a sunflower, their national flower. The patch and neckerchief are being offered by pre-sale for 4 weeks. Once they have been delivered to the council service center, orders can be picked up or they can be shipped to any USA address (including APO/FPO/DPO).

Why Hawk Mountain Council?

Hawk Mountain Council is in the special position of providing service to Schuylkill County. According to the US Census, this county has the highest percentage of residents of Ukrainian ancestry in America. Click Here to Learn More.  Throughout the county, there are signs of the contributions that Ukrainians have made to our area. Now that the people of Ukraine have been forced to flee the safety of their homes, Hawk Mountain Council wants to provide aid.

The patch and neckerchief will be sold through July 1st by pre-order only.

Patch: $6.00
Neckerchief: $25.00
Shipping: $5.00

How do I order?

Visit the Online Trading Post to order a patch and neckerchief that you can wear to show support for the refugees from Ukraine.

Online Trading Post

Golf Classic & Extravaganza – 2022

The Hawk Mountain Council’s 41st Annual Golf Classic & Extravaganza will be held on June 20, 2022 at the Berkshire Country Club. The Golf Classic format is a 4-person scramble with a shotgun start at noon. Please join us for a fun and competitive day and the opportunity to network with other Scouting supporters. We will serve lunch before the outing begins and there will be heavy hors d’oeuvres during the silent auction and award ceremony.Shadow image of a golfer

There are two parts to this year’s Extravaganza: an online auction via Bidding Owl and an in-person silent auction at the Berkshire Country Club. The online Extravaganza Auction begins at noon on June 10 and ends at exactly 7:30 pm on June 20. Online bidding is open to the public. There will be a wide variety of items and Scouting memorabilia in the online auction.

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The Extravaganza Online Auction opens soon! Click Here to see the items. Bidding begins on June 10 at noon.

The Golf Classic & Extravaganza both help the Hawk Mountain Council to support our 5,000 youth members and 1500 volunteer leaders. For more information, please view the 2022 Golf Registration Flyer here:

2022 Golf Registration Flyer Fillable

You may also register here.

 

2023 National Scout Jamboree

Female and Male, Scouts BSA and Venturers Wanted!

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

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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Summer Camp 2022

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 Berks Day Camp

Check back often as we will update this page with new information throughout the winter and spring.

 

Camp Meade (Scouts BSA)

Camp Meade provides summer programs to members of the Scouts BSA program.

CAMP MEADE SUMMER CAMP 2022 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

You guessed it!  Our summer theme is Wild West.  Get your hats and boots ready.

We are gearing up for a GREAT 2022 summer season.  Registration is open on our event registration system for troops to sign up and book a site.

Camp Meade Sessions:

  • Session 1 – June 19th – June 25th
  • Session 2 – June 26th – July 2nd
  • Session 3 – July 3rd – July 9th
  • Session 4 – July 10th – July 16th
  • Session 5 – July 17th – July 23rd
  • Session 6 – July 24th – July 30th

Learn More:

  • 2022 Camp Meade Leaders Guide
  • Camp Meade Flyer 2022
  • 2022 Camp Meade Planning  Information – With Rate Schedule
  • Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Map

Stay tuned for more information to come!

Resources Page


Camp DuPortail (Cub Scouts/Webelos)

Camp DuPortail provides summer programs to members of the Cub Scout program.

CAMP DuPortail SUMMER CAMP 2022 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

For dates, fees, and specific Cub Scout camping opportunities – click the flyer below!

Cub Scout Cowpoke Flyer 2022

Camp DuPortail Leader Guide

 

Register Today

Cub Scout Day Camp – Please register as a Unit

  • Week 1 – Monday, June 27 – Friday, July 1
  • Week 2 – Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29

Cub Scout Resident Camp

  • Session 1, Thursday, July 7 – Saturday, July 9
  • Session 2, Friday, July 22 – Sunday, July 24

Webelos Outpost

  • Session 1, Sunday, July 31 – Wednesday, August 3
  • Session 2, Wednesday, August 3, – Saturday, August 6

Resources Page 


Southern Berks Day Camp

The Southern Berks Day Camp provides a program opportunity for Cub Scouts entering the Wolf/Bear program on 9/1/2022.

Dates:  June 13 – June 17, 2022

Location: Daniel Boone Homestead

Cost: $125 for each Scout. Siblings are $25. Leaders and Parents are free.

Day Camp Flyer: – Southern Berks Cub Camps Brochure

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Southern Berks Twilight Camp

The Southern Berks Twilight Camp provides program opportunity for Cub Scouts entering the Lion/Tiger program on 9/1/2022.

Dates:  June 13 – June 17, 2022

Location: Daniel Boone Homestead

Cost: $75 for each Scouts. Siblings are $10. Leaders and Parents are free.

Twilight Camp Flyer: Southern Berks Cub Camps Brochure

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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 and experience they can use in their home troops and crews, and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others.

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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 and experience they can use in their home troops and crews, and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others.

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 to change your list of badges offered, complete the Merit Badge Counselor application and a new adult application (using position code 42), and take the Merit Badge […]

HMC Summer Camp Photo Contest

Click & Shoot! Here's your chance to win a Cabela's gift card and see your photographs appear on the Hawk Mountain Council website and other … [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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Questions on Scouting? Just use the "Contact" link in the main menu and get in touch!

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  • 2022-Youth-Protection-for-Adults-at-Camp.pdf
  • 2022-Swim-Classification-Form.pdf
  • 2022-Leadership-Dinner-Sponsorship-Sheet-Final.pdf
  • Venturing Awards Tracking Sheet
  • Disclosure Act
  • NYLT Course Director Staff Application 2023
  • Unit-Recharter-Booklet-2022.pdf
  • Boy Scout Inspection Form

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