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Hours of
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Beaver Family Service
Center & Scout Shop
5027 Pottsville Pike
Reading PA 19605
Hours of Operation
Monday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday
9:00AM-5:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
2nd Saturday
of each Month
9:00AM - 1:00PM
(P) 610-926-3406
(F) 610-926-4965
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Hawk Mountain Scout
Reservation &
Scout Shop
402 Blue Mountain Road
Schuylkill Haven, PA
17972
Hours of Operation
Thursday-Friday
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Telephone support
available:
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
(P) 570-754-7552
(F) 570-754-7889
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Kittatinny Lodge 5
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 2014 OAService WeekendsApril 26-27, 2014 May 16-18, 2014 September 19-21, 2014 | |
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Soaring Away From Substances
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Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA) is a Berks County based organization whose prevention specialist are dedicated to provide youth with the resources necessary to make healthy choices. COCA is excited to partner with Hawk Mountain Council and provide services to your Pack or Troop. Click HERE for a printable brochure on "A Scout's Survival Guide to Healthy Choices". You may also contact Matt Null or Paige Carroll at 610-376-8669 for additional information |
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Hawk Mountain Council
38th Annual Leadership Dinner
"A Tribute to Heroes"
February 25, 2014 (Tuesday)
6:00 PM Reception - 6:30 PM Dinner
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Wyomissing, PA
Keynote SpeakerMichael J. Durant
Pilot of Helicopter Super Six Four Battle of Mogadishu, Somalia 1993Read more about our 2014 Hawk Mountain Council Leadership Dinner and on how to become a Sponsor by clicking here or go to our council website, hmc-bsa.org.
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Important Sales Tax Information
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Recent changes in Pennsylvania Tax Law has required a change in the way we do business in our Scout Shops. In order for a purchase to be tax exempt, it must be purchased by:
- Unit Check
- Unit Debit Card or Unit Credit Card
- Unit Account
- Cash
Click here to download a copy of the letter regarding this change. |
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Welcome Aboard
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Please join us in welcoming Ray Eschenbach, Director of Development and Chief Financial Officer for the Hawk Mountain Council.
Ray joined our team on January 1, 2014 from Syracuse NY where he served as the Sr. Development Director. Ray has served successfully in various other positions in Utica, NY and Cumberland, MD in his 18 year career.
Ray and his wife Kristy have two sons, a Tiger Cub and a Bear Scout.
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Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Job Fair
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The 2014  Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Summer Staff Reunion and Job Fair was a great success. Over 100 former staff members as well as 2014 staff members were in attendance; some traveled from as far as New York City, NY. There are still several positions available on the 2014 Reservation staff. Whether you are interested in working the Cub Scout Program, Boy Scout Program, or Support Services (Ranger duties, food service, administration), be sure to submit your application.
A new position that has been added to the staff is Photographer/Media Director. This staff member is responsible for unit photos as well as program photography throughout the week; also included is the production of the weekly DVD. For those interested in Food Service Staff, the largest program area, staff members are eligible for an additional $150 to $250, depending on what position held. Food Service Staff includes cooks, prep-cooks, kitchen utilities, and heater stack drivers (delivering meals to campsites).
So if you are looking to enter the outdoor recreation job market or just to simply gain experience, working at HMSR is a great way to gain experience and build your resume. Here you will serve in a rewarding position where you can be a positive force in the development of future leaders while having "fun with a purpose."
Applications are available at the council service center, Reading, the satellite service center, HMSR, and on the council website. You may submit your completed application to Hawk Mountain Council.
Feel free to contact David Muldowney at 570.754.7552 or email at david.muldowney@scouting.org if you have any questions.
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Polar Bear Plunge
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 The 2014 "First-Ever" Polar Bear Plunge hosted by Black Rock District took place on January 1. It was a great event. Thirty-five brave souls took a plunge into the lake at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. The water was cold but the reception for all the participants was warm. There were first-timers and veterans taking their turns entering the lake. Participants ranged from Cub Scouts, to Boy Scouts, to adult leaders.
A big thanks goes out to the Black Rock leadership and volunteer team to include the Schuylkill Haven Dive Rescue and Recovery Team and the Pottsville Area EMS. Thank you for your dedicated support, ensuring a fun and safe event.
See you next year for the "2d Annual" Polar Bear plunge at HMSR.
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2014 Trail to Eagle (TTE) Camp
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This year, once again, for those Scouts with the sincere desire to become the ultimate rank in Scouting, "EAGLE," the Trail to Eagle Team of Hawk Mountain Council is offering their assistance to obtain some of your merit badges with the "Trail to Eagle" program being offered at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation.
This program is available to any Scout who has achieved the rank of First Class and is the age of 14 by the start of the program. We will be offering five Eagle required merit badges and one additional merit badge. The merit badges offered are Citizenship in the World, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the Community, Personal Management, Family Life, and Public Speaking. The TTE program will run from July 27, 2014 to August 1, 2014 (week 6). Applicants must attend a meeting April 12, 2014 to learn how the camp will function and cover the prerequisites that will be required to complete the merit badges prior to attending.
Applications for the program are available at the Hawk Mountain Council, Beaver Family Service Center and on our website. The fee for the program this year will be $340.00. The program can only accept 36 scouts and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Any questions please feel free to call Rudy Benkert, TTE course director, at 570.739.2752.
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Wood Badge N6-528-15
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- Weekend #1 - SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2015
 - Weekend #2 - OCTOBER 9-11, 2015
read more.....
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Den Chief Training
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As a Boy Scout, you have the unique opportunity to become a Den Chief, a Boy Scout who assists a Cub Scout Den leader or Webelos Scout Den leader at Den meetings, Pack meetings, and other events. The Den Chief is a ready source of games, songs, skits, and skills, and he encourages the other boys in their advancement. Den Chief training prepares a Boy Scout for this very important leadership position. Den Chief Training will be held on February 8, 2014, 9:00am - 1:00pm, at the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. Additional information and registration forms are available on our website, hmc-bsa.org.
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Protecting God's Children - Youth Protection Training
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The Hawk Mountain Council Catholic Committee on Scouting is sponsoring Protecting God's Children - Youth Protection Training on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation, 9:00am to 12:00pm. Download a registreation form here. |
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Popcorn Sale Review
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Join us for a celebration of the 2013 popcorn sale on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 7:00 PM at the Reading Area Chamber of Commerce Center for Business Excellence at 49 Commerce Drive, Wyomissing, PA
During this meeting we will enjoy pizza and review the 2013 sale. We will evaluate what made the sale successful, what we need to change, and what we can do to make the 2014 popcorn sale even better
Plan on joining us and bring your ideas and thoughts on this year's sale and how we can improve. RSVP to Sally Trump at sally.trump@scouting.org or 610-926-3406.
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Modified Hours and Closings
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The Hawk Mountain Council Offices and Scout Shops will be closed or have modified hours as noted below.
January 17, 2014 (Open 1:00pm - Close 5:00pm)
January 20, 2014 (Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
February 13, 2014 (Open 12:00pm - Close 5:00pm)
February 17, 2014 (Closed - President's Day)
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Council Calendar of Events
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January 2014 11 Camp Maintenance Committee, HMSR, 8:00am 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Office Closed 22 Council Safety Committee Meeting, BFSC, 7:30am 27 2013 Popcorn Sale Review, Reading Area Chamber of Commerce, Wyomissing, 7:00pm
28 Joint Meeting of the Committees, St Ignatius Loyola, 2810 Saint Albans Dr, Sinking Spring, PA 19608
February 2014
02 Scout Sunday
08 Scout Sabbath
08 Camp Maintenance Committee, HMSR, 8:00am
08 Den Chief Training,HMSR, 9:00am
17 Presidents' Day - Office Closed
18 Council Training Committee, BFSC, 7:00pm
19 Council Safety Committee Meeting, BFSC, 7:30am
25 38th Annual Leadership Dinner, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Wyomissing, PA - 6:00pm Reception - 6:30pm Dinner
26 Council Advancement Committee, BFSC, 7:00pm
HMSR-Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation
BFSC-Beaver Family Service Center
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January 2014
14 Commissioner Staff Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 6:15pm
14 Roundtable Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 7:30pm
18 Appalachian District Klondike Derby, HMSR
28 Joint Meeting of the Committees, St Ignatius Loyola, 2810 Saint Albans Dr, Sinking Spring, PA 19608
February 2014
11 Commissioner Staff Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 6:15pm
11 Roundtable Meeting, St. John's Gernant's UCC Memorial Church, 7:30pm
Download a form or look up and register on-line for upcoming training at http://www.hmc-bsa.org/Appalachian/Calendar/
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January 2014
15 Roundtable Meeting, Schuylkill Tech Ctr-North Campus, 101 Technology Drive, Frackville, 7:00pm
28 Joint Meeting of the Committees, St Ignatius Loyola, 2810 Saint Albans Dr, Sinking Spring, PA 19608
February 2014
01 Black Rock District Klondike Derby, HMSR
05 Commissioner Staff Meeting, Holy Family School, 29 S Broad Mountain Ave, Frackville, 7:00pm
06 District Committee Meeting, Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 252 Dock St, Schuylkill Haven, 7:00pm
08 Den Chief Training,HMSR, 9:00am
12 Roundtable Meeting, Schuylkill Tech Ctr-North Campus, 101 Technology Drive, Frackville, 7:00pm
Download a form or look up and register on-line for upcoming training at
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11 Cacoosing District CS/BS/VC Klondike, HMSR
14 Commissioner Staff Meeting, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, 7:00pm
28 Joint Meeting of the Committees, St Ignatius Loyola, 2810 Saint Albans Dr, Sinking Spring, PA 19608
February 2014
05 District Committee Meeting, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, 7:00pm
11 Commissioner Staff Meeting, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, 7:00pm
13 District Roundtable, St John's Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring, 7:00pm
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January 2014
25 Frontier District Klondike Derby - HMSR
28 Joint Meeting of the Committees, St Ignatius Loyola, 2810 Saint Albans Dr, Sinking Spring, PA 19608
February 2014
12 Frontier District Commissioner Staff Meeting, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:15pm
12 Frontier District Committee Meeting, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:30pm
12 Frontier District Roundtable,Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 7:30pm
12 Cub Scout Leader Specific Training, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:30pm 12 Boy Scout Leader Specific Training, Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6:30pm Cub Scout Roundtable Themes
February Before Meeting Activities
March Adult Leader Training and Fundraising
April Interfaith Service Programs
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Save 5%
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SCOUT SHOP SAVINGS
Shop at the Hawk Mountain Council or Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation Scout Shop and SAVE! Bring this coupon with you and get a 5% discount on Official Uniform clothing items (includes belts and socks). | |
Offer VALID - thru February 2014
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