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| Training - NRA Range Safety Officer Course |
Posted May. 3, 2012 |
| The NRA Range Safety Officer Course is being offered Saturday, June 9, 8 am-5 pm, at the Hoyt Training Cabin in West Redding. Scouters completing this course will be qualified to serve as Range Safety Officer on the Council's rifle and shotgun ranges at weekend activities. |
| Activities - Me and My Shadow |
Posted May. 17, 2012 |
 Me and My Shadow - Patriot Games
June 16-17, 2012 - Hoyt Scout Reservation
Open to all Cub Scout ranks
Bring your Scout Ppirit and go through a Colonial Era Boot Camp with Overnight. Live a soldiers’ life for the day, play some games and earn your stripes -- BB guns — Sling Shots — Obstacle Course — Musket Demo and more…
Flag Retirement Ceremony at evening campfire
Cub Scout and 1 Adult Partner = $30.00
Each additional Adult or Scout - $15.00
Limited to 150 Scouts. Registration must be in by June 8th
*NO WALK-INS*
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| News - New Scout Executive Selected |
Posted May. 15, 2012 |
 On behalf of the Scout Executive Selection Committee, Council President Doug Machin is pleased to announce that Dustin Shaver has been chosen as the next Scout Executive of the Connecticut Yankee Council effective June 16, 2012.
Dustin comes from Colorado Springs, Colorado with a proven track record as a Professional Scouter, most recently serving as Scout Executive of the Pikes Peak Council. Dustin has previously served as District Executive and Field Director in Sioux Council, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and Director of Field Services, with the Pacific Harbors Council, in Tacoma, Washington. Dustin, an Eagle Scout and his wife, Bobbi, have three children.
Please join us in welcoming Dustin as he leads our Council into the second century of Scouting. |
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Questions - Contact Karen Caiati |
| Training - NRA Instructor Classes |
Posted May. 3, 2012 |
 The Connecticut Yankee Council is hosting NRA Instructor classes to certify interested Scouters as rifle and shotgun shooting instructors. Basic Instructor Training, Shotgun Instructor, and Rifle Instructor sessions will be held in September and October. |
| Activities - Sequassen Staff Reunion |
Posted May. 16, 2012 |
 If you are, or ever have been, a Camp Sequassen Staff member, you are invited to the Staff Reunion, Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Camp Sequassen, New Hartford, CT. |
| News - Scout Day at Lime Rock |
Posted May. 3, 2012 |
 Schedule Change: Scout Day Lime Rock is now September 21-22.
Start off your Scouting year with the annual campout and day at the races, Scout Day at Lime Rock, September 21-22, 2012. This event is a favorite with Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts alike. Bring the whole family! |
| News - Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner June 10 |
Posted May. 4, 2012 |
 The Connecticut Yankee Council will recognize the 2011/2012 class of Eagle Scouts at the annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner on Sunday, June 10 at Deer Lake Scout Reservation. Our goal is to pair each Eagle Scout up with an adult mentor in their field of interest to help the Scouts as they head off to higher education or to a trade. Please visit http://www.ctyankee.org/program/nesa/dinner for complete information. The dinner is organized by the National Eagle Scout Association Committee. |
| Training - Course Catalogue |
Posted Feb. 25, 2012 |
 It easy to become a TRAINED Leader.
Check out the latest offerings in the Training Course Catalogue. |
| Training - Wood Badge |
Posted Feb. 22, 2012 |
 Is 2012 your year to finally take Wood Badge, Scouting's premier leadership training program? Created by Baden Powell in 1919, Wood Badge focuses on preparing adults to deliver the promise of Scouting.
August 24-25-26 and September 28-29-30, 2012 at Deer Lake.
Every Scout deserves a Trained Leader.
Doesn't every Scout deserve a Wood Badge Trained Leader? |
| Activities - Scout Night at the Bluefish |
Posted Jan. 18, 2012 |
 Celebrate summer with a great game of baseball, an evening of fun for the whole family, and a campout at the annual Scout Night at the Bridgeport Bluefish on Saturday, June 16! Join more than 1,500 of your fellow Scouts and families for this event featuring an opening parade around the field, a great game, a movie on the jumbo-tron and an incredible patch.
Tickets are $16 per seat (youth or adult). Boys joining Tiger Cubs from January 1 to June 16, 2012 are eligible for a free ticket. Unit leader must provide a copy of the application for new boys. Tickets, directions and game details will be emailed about two weeks prior to the game. Tickets will be left at Will Call under the Pack Coordinator's name for pick-up June 16 unless otherwise requested. All packs must complete and submit an attendance roster with registration.
Follow the link below to download a registration form. |
| News - 2013 National Scout Jamboree |
Posted Mar. 6, 2012 |
 It's the beginning of the next 100 years of Scouting and you can be in on all the action when you attend the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia, July 15-24, 2013. |
| Training - Powder Horn |
Posted Feb. 20, 2012 |
 Powder Horn advanced training course is designed to introduce and expose Venturing and Boy Scouting leaders to the activities and resources necessary to operate a successful Crew or Troop outdoor or high adventure unit-level program.
September 7 - 8 - 9, 2012 at Deer Lake.
Don't miss this great training opportunity (only offered once every other year). |
| Activities - 2013 National Scout Jamboree |
Posted Oct. 5, 2011 |
 It's the beginning of the next 100 years of Scouting and you can be in on all the action when you attend the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia, July 15-24, 2013. |
| Training - Aquatics Supervision Courses |
Posted Feb. 16, 2012 |
 Be ready to plan and conduct aquatic activities for your unit by completing either or both BSA Aquatics Supervision Courses, Swimming and Water Rescue and Paddle Craft Safety. The material covered in these courses goes well beyond the basic information covered in Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat. |
| Training - NRA Range Safety Officer Course |
Posted May. 4, 2012 |
| The NRA Range Safety Officer Course is being offered Saturday, June 9, 8 am-5 pm, at the Hoyt Training Cabin in West Redding. Scouters completing this course will be qualified to serve as Range Safety Officer on the Council's rifle and shotgun ranges at weekend activities. |
| News - Outback Adventure Camp for Teens |
Posted Feb. 27, 2012 |
 Are you between the ages of 14 and 17 and looking for a summer activity that offers challenge, personal growth and just plain fun? If so, the new Outback Adventure Camp at Camp Sequassen, August 11-15, is just what you want. |
| News - Masonic Eagle Scout Commendation |
Posted May. 7, 2012 |
 The Connecticut Masonic Eagle Scout Commendation recognizes the dedication of a Scout to the pursuits of Scouting and the achievements leading to Eagle Scout. The Connecticut Grand Lodge and the Connecicut Masonic Scouters Association (CMSA) now offer Eagle Scouts a personal commendation certificate, suitable for framing, and a personal letter of congratulations from the Grand Master of Connecticut and the CMSA. Click below for the request form. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for processing. All commendation kits will be presented at the Scout's Eagle Court of Honor by a Mason or at a Lodge Stated Communication. |
| Activities - Cub Scout Family Weekend |
Posted Feb. 15, 2012 |
 Spend a family weekend at our beautiful new Cub Camping facility at Deer Lake in Killingworth where Cub Scouts and their families can swim, canoe, kayak, participate in shooting sports, hike, play field sports, do crafts, and just enjoy the great outdoors. |
| Activities - BB Gun Derby |
Posted Dec. 6, 2011 |
 It's time for the BB Gun Derby, open to Bear and Webelos Scouts, Saturday, July 21, at Hoyt Scout Camp. This full day of gun handling instruction and marksmanship training is presented by NRA Certified Instructors. The derby is a biennial event limited to 150 Scouts so send in your registration early to ensure your spot. |
| Activities - Scout Day Lime Rock |
Posted May. 3, 2012 |
 Schedule Change: Scout Day Lime Rock is now September 21-22.
Start off your Scouting year with the annual campout and day at the races, Scout Day at Lime Rock, September 21-22, 2012. This event is a favorite with Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts alike. Bring the whole family! |
| Activities - Cub Program Overview |
Posted Dec. 5, 2011 |
 Do you need an overview of the Cub Scout Program Events offered in 2012? Check out this Cub Scout Program Calendar to help you plan your Pack's participation in all the exciting activities available this year. |
| Activities - Fright Night |
Posted Dec. 6, 2011 |
 Come to Connecticut Yankee Council's Cub Scout Halloween Party. Fright Night at Deer Lake will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 6-9 PM. |
| News - Philmont 2013 |
Posted Dec. 8, 2011 |
 Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Registrations for the Council's 2013 two-crew contingent to Philmont will be accepted starting December 12, 2011. Spots are filled first come, first served as determined by receipt of the completed application accompanied by deposit here in the Council office. Troops and Crews may sign up for a whole crew or Scouts and Venturers may register as individuals but don't delay as crews fill up fast. |
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