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Greetings from Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation
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The Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation (HMSR) Summer Staff Reunion Social and Job Fair is fast approaching. This year's fair will take place January 3, 2015 at the Miller Conference Center at the Reservation, beginning at 10:00 AM, and will tentatively end at 4:00 PM. Lunch will be provided. There will be door prizes and giveaways. You may R.S.V.P. at 570.754.7552. Dress is casual (no uniform).
If you are looking to enter the outdoor recreation job market, 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; be sure to fill out a staff application and submit it to Hawk Mountain Council or bring it with you to the job fair. Applications are available at the Council Service Center and on the HMC website. 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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Boots and Paddles
|   Do you enjoy hiking and kayaking? Then the boots and paddles program is just what you are looking for! This program is a split program of kayaking the Schuylkill River the first half of the week, then hiking part of the Appalachian Trail the second. This is a great opportunity for older Scouts that want a physical challenge but also an opportunity to earn a merit badge or two. Sign up quick, space is limited! |
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"Day Scout" Program
|  The Day Scout Camp Program is for Boys Scouts who are unable to attend an entire week of camp, allowing them the opportunity to earn merit badges. The Day Scout Camp Program is also open for Scouts desiring to earn additional merit badges. Check out our website for additional information! |
New Merit Badges Offered for Summer 2015!
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Pathfinder Program
|  The Pathfinder program is for first year Scouts. It gives them the opportunity to earn advancements and the Indian Lore Merit Badge. Scouts interested need to sign up only for this program since it will fill the entire day. It is important to work with new Scouts in the Boy Scout program to ensure an enjoyable first year experience. Scouts get to enjoy the great outdoors and learn what Scouting is really all about. The trained staff are there to ensure success in the Scout's week at HMSR. A good first year experience contributes to youth retention and encourages Scouts to continue their Scouting path. |
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To Scout Camp and Beyond!
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 Hop in your space shuttle and make your way to Camp DuPortail! Camp DuPortail will be hosting Day Camps and Resident Camps for Cub Scouts as well as Webelos Extended Camp for our Webelos Scouts. We will also be hosting a Day Camp and Twilight Camp at Satellite locations! Enjoy BB, archery, nature, aquatics, STEM, and so much more! Cub Scout Summer Camp 2015 will be out of this world! L eader guides will be available early in 2015. |
Day Camp at Camp DuPortail
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DuPortail Day Camp 2015 is a five day program designed for Cub Scouts and will be offered for four weeks. Cubs participate in archery, BB shooting, swimming, nature activities, games, crafts, and have opportunities for advancement. A full service trading post and health lodge are located at Camp DuPortail. Lunch is provided daily for Cub Scouts. Leaders, parents, and siblings have the opportunity to purchase lunch.
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Cub Scout Resident Camp
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In 2015 Cub Scouts will be able to attend Cub Scout Resident Camp at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. Cubs will sleep in a campsite designed just for them. Packs can sign-up for one of two sessions or both.
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WEBELOS Extended Camp
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In 2015 WEBELOS Cub Scouts will be able to attend WEBELOS Extended Camp at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. WEBELOS will sleep in Camp Meade campsites. Packs can sign-up for one of two sessions.
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Twilight Camp at Shiloh Hills Park in Spring Township
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Twilight Camp is a day camp program in the late afternoon/early evening. It is an abbreviated version of the day camp experience. Twilight Camp will be held at Shiloh Hills Park in Spring Township from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm. |
Satellite Day Camp at Daniel Boone Homestead
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At this satellite camp, Cub Scouts will have fun with various activities and opportunities for advancement. Information will be posted on our website and in future Scoutwires, as it becomes available.
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Venturing Alfresco
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Venturing Alfresc o is a half week program for any Venturer that is 13 (or has completed the 8th grade) to 20 years old. During this half week program Venturers get to experience a little bit of everything. Monday will be an opportunity for Venturers to complete some requirements for the pistol and STEM advancement. At  the end of the day they will be able to choose to either participate in open program or a "color frenzy". Make sure you bring a white t-shirt! Tuesday the Venturers will be split into teams in a race around camp by using their geocaching skills, ending the day with a BBQ and fun on the Velcro wall. Wednesday they will close their stay with breakfast and a "see you next year" ceremony.
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HOURS OF OPERATION
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Hawk Mountain Scout
Reservation
402 Blue Mountain Road
Schuylkill Haven, PA
17972
(P) 570-754-7552
(F) 570-754-7889
Hawk Mountain Outfitters
Thursday
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Closed Sunday and Holidays
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Camperships
|  It is the philosophy of the Hawk Mountain Council that no Scout should be deprived of the camp experience due to finances. To that end, there is some support available to Scouts who attend camp at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. Although the generosity of community leaders has made some limited funding available for Camperships, the Scout and his family, the unit, and the Chartered Partner/local community must share in providing the needed support. The nee d for Campership support must be determined at the Unit level using the Campership Request Form. *Please go online to http://www.hmc-bsa.org/camping/meade, download a Campership application, and follow the instructions on the form. All request must be completed and returned to the Council Service Center before May 1. *The completed form must include the Parent/Guardian's written explanation justifying the request and the Unit Leader's certification. Alternately, the Unit leader may prepare and sign the written explanation with certification provided by a District Representative. |
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2015 Leader Guide Book
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2015 Leader Guide Book is now available online. This is a great resource for the first time guests at HMSR all the way to the "regulars". Take a look to see what the 2015 summer camping season has in store for you!
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Training Opportunities at Summer Camp
|  Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat BSA Lifeguard First Aid Certification CPR Certification Climb on Safely Trek Safely Paddle Craft Safety Swimming and Water Rescue |
Check out our website - hmc-bsa.org for additional information.
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