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March 1, 2014

Council News

2014 Campership Information Now Available

While the pinnacle of any Scouting experience is attending Summer Camp,
the leadership of the Garden State Council realizes the cost of providing this

experience can be too much for some families to bear alone. Therefore,
funds have been made available to assist those families in need so that the Scout may have the camping experience.
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Honoring Our 2013 Eagle Scouts - There is still time to register!

The Garden State Council would like to welcome New Eagle Scouts, parents, Scoutmasters, Alumni, Friends, and Family to help recognize the Garden State Council Eagle Scout Class of 2013.

Eagle Scouts will have an opportunity to meet a specialist in their selected career path. This event will take place at Lucien's Manor in Berlin, NJ on March 30, 2014

Garden State Council Recognition Dinner - April 30, 2014

Registrations for the Garden State Council's 1st Recognition Dinner will be taken until Monday, April 21 at noon

Recognition Dinner Registration

To continue a tradition, the Silver Beaver Committee is offering an opportunity for you to become a Silver Beaver Booster and show your support of the Silver Beaver Class. Your Silver Beaver Booster donations are used to offset the costs of the Silver Beaver recipients' family to attend this major milestone celebration in their Scouting Career.

Become a Silver Beaver Booster

Silver Beaver Booster Form

2014 NJ State Police National Guard Camporee-Messengers of Peace

The NJ State Police National Guard Camporee will take place this coming May 16th, 17th & 18th, 2014 at the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt NJ. Registrations are due by March 31, 2014.

Feed the Need-Messengers of Peace Opportunity

"10 Commandments Hike" To Serve God...Duty to God

The 10 Commandments Hike is a unique and exciting way to embrace the concept of religious tolerance, learn local history, participate in community service, and have fun. It allows all participants to visit (hike) different houses of worship, each with a representative of the Faith explaining 1 of the Ten Commandments. This year we will be visiting churches in the Burlington Township, N.J. area.

The Hike is open to all Scouts (Cub, Boy, Girl, etc.), leaders, adults, church youth groups, and friends.

Riversharks Overnighters

Garden State Council Overnights at the Riversharks Camden Field are a great opportunity for Summertime Pack Activities. These Overnights are a fun time for all and also open to all levels of Scouting. Overnight dates for the 2014 season are June 13th, June 20th, July 25th and August 2nd.

Overnight Information Updated

Quakesen District Recognition Dinner

Quakesen District is proud to announce their First Annual District Recognition Dinner happening on April 25th 2014. Join us as we recognize Cub Packs, Troops and Venturing Crews for all of their achievements. We will also be awarding the 2014 District Award of Merit. Nominations are still being taken until March 15th. We will also be introducing the District Logo and will be selling special first edition district patches. For more information on the event, please see the event flier on the Quakesen District Page, or contact Thomas Gray- thgray@bsamail.org

Quakesen District Page

Leave No Trace Trainer Course April 4-6, 2014

The Leave No Trace Trainer course prepares older Scouts, Venturers, and adult Scouters in all programs to effectively share the Leave No Trace principles.

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Boy Scout News

Klondike Derby 2014 - Operation Polar Bear XIV, Mahalala & Quakesen

Greetings from the Great Northland!

Once again a successful Klondike Derby has come and gone with everyone reporting a good time had by all. Despite the rain on Friday night 121 scouts and 56 leaders from 19 troops braved the elements and camped out.

(Lost & Found Box located in the Rowan Scout Store)

2014 Boy Scout Summer Camp Preview

Whether you plan to attend with your troop or through our provisional camping program, Camp Roosevelt is lining up a great program for you!

Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training

This course is for Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters and other Scout leaders who wish to learn about conducting the Boy Scout program and Troop administration. The sessions are on the following Thursday nights: March 27th, April 3rd and April 10th. Location is at the Rowan Resource Center, 693 Rancocas Rd, Westampton, NJ 08060.

ITOLS/OWL Spring 2014 Course

ITOLS (INTRODUCTION TO OUTDOOR LEADER SKILLS) is one of the BSA courses Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are required to attend to earn the TRAINED emblem. With ITOLS, your classroom is the outdoors; your guidebook is the BSA Handbook;, and the patrol is the method of learning.

Cub Scout News

Quakesen District Cuboree at Pine Tree - All Are Welcome!

Quakesen District is excited to announce the Feathered Friends and Foes Cub-O-Ree. Your child's imagination will take flight at this annual district event.

When: April 26th- 27th 2014, 8:00AM Saturday to 10 AM Sunday

Where: Pine Tree Education and Environmental Center

For more information please visit the Quakesen District Page

Quakesen District Page

Scout Store News

10% Sale on Sweatshirts & Jackets, March 3-8

Visit the Scout Store in Millville at the Riggins Scout Resource Center or the Scout Store in Westampton at the Rowan Scout Resource Center to get 10% off on sweatshirts and jackets from March 3 - 8, 2014

Scout Stores page

Philadelphia 76ers Scout Night March 15, 2014

Exclusive Opportunity!

Have your troop shoot on our court immediately following the NBA game!

*Availability based on first come first serve

Mezzanine Center & Corners, Rows 8-15: $11

Lower Level Ends, Rows 11-17: $26

Every Ticket Includes: New Scout Night Patch-76ers game ticket

76ers Scout Night Flyer