Family Den Pilot Program

Family Den Pilot Program Connecticut Yankee Council has been accepted in the Boy Scouts of America National Family Den Pilot Program. What does this mean? Current Family Packs can have gender-integrated dens from Lions to Webelos (grades K-4) Arrow of Light dens (grade 5) must remain gender separate to help facilitate moving into Scouts BSA…

Don’t Miss Our 35th Annual Fishing Derby!

You don’t want to miss our 35th Annual Fishing Derby April 2nd at Deer Lake Scout Reservation! This is a GREAT program for the whole family.  There will be morning and afternoon sessions.   If you’re not an experienced fisherman, you can join our FREE ‘Learn to Fish’ program (includes loaner equipment if you need it)…

2022 Silver Beaver Nominations Open

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…

Scatacook Welcomes Joseph Kierwiak as New District Executive

We are delighted to announce that Joseph Kierwiak has accepted a promotion to serve as the District Executive for Scatacook District effective January 1st. Since beginning with Connecticut Yankee Council in September, Joe has been serving as a District Executive in Quinnipiac. He had been with Connecticut Rivers Council prior to joining our council. Please…