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Why Be a

SCOUT?

Current and former Scouts have always felt that Scouting has made a difference in their lives. A study by Tufts University has found that Scouting does, in fact, have a measurable, positive impact in the character development of young people.

It sought to measure the difference Scouting makes in young people’s lives as those positive changes were happening.

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SCOUTING

PROGRAMS

Scouting has a program for everyone. From kindergarten to age 20, there’s an adventure for all ages. Find yours today!

Cub Scouting

Youth grades K–5

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Scouts BSA

Youth 11–17 years old

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Exploring

Co-ed 10–20 years old

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Venturing

Co-ed 14–20 years old

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Sea Scouting

Co-ed 14–20 years old

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HELP SUPPORT

SCOUTING

BUY POPCORN

Scouts become entrepreneurs with popcorn! From marketing to the sales pitch and delivery logistics- Scouts get to do it all and earn 30% commission while they’re at it!

Friends of Scouting (FOS)

Friends of Scouting keeps our Council going! Friends of Scouting helps fund the 20% of Scouting you see- from program to uniforms and registration fees- to the 80% that’s behind the scenes like camp upkeep, communications and training.

Fund development

Contributing to the Boy Scouts of America created opportunities for youth to gain memorable experiences and become instilled with values, principles, and skills that will help them develop into the future leaders of our nation.

SCOUT

RESOURCES

Be prepared! Below is a collection of quick resources you may need for your Scouting adventure!

Latest news

Brothers for Badges

Brothers for Badges The chapter of Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity at the University of New Haven are running the 3rd annual “Brothers for Badges” event on Saturday, November 16 from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. Scouts will have the opportunity to work towards earning one Eagle Scout required merit badge (Citizenship in the…

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Catholic Religious Emblems Training

The Catholic Committee on Scouting and The Office of Education, Evangelization and Catechesis Catholic Religious Emblems Counselor Training for all Scouts BSA Leaders. Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, Ad Altare Dei, Pope Pius and Adult Awards. $15.00 per person counselor training January 4, 2019 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Snow date: January 11, 2019) Pastoral…

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2020 Merit Badge College

There’s 135 merit badges in Scouting on trades, crafts, life skills, career paths, activities and more. As Scouts look for merit badges that interest them, Connecticut Yankee Council is proud to offer a fantastic program called Merit Badge College for any registered Scout in Scouts BSA. Merit Badge College is an opportunity for Scouts to…

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Nominate a Dedicated Scouter for the Silver Beaver Award

The Scouting movement has advanced through the efforts and dedication of many volunteers.  Often recruited with a request for “an hour a week commitment” many have gone on to make Scouting and service to youth in other organizations their lifetime passion. The BSA established the Silver Beaver Award to recognize noteworthy service to youth by…

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Calendar

Welcome to our new calendar!

Click on a calendar item to view key information. Click on the title for for full details, including registration and cost. You can navigate to past months with the left arrow or future months with the right arrow. There are calendars by program, organizer or venue available by clicking “calendar” and selecting your filters. You can also view the calendar as a list, day week or map.