Dear Scouting Leaders, Families, and Friends, Recent news articles regarding an announcement by the Secretary of War about a new memorandum of understanding with Scouting America have understandably raised questions across the Scouting community. You may have seen reports suggesting significant programmatic changes tied to compliance with Executive Order 14173. As is often the case…
To our Scouting Community: Scouting America announced today (02/27/2026) an agreement with the Department of War finalized a commitment to strengthen our longstanding partnership with the U.S. military. As part of Scouting America’s commitment to the agreement, we will be discontinuing the Citizenship in Society merit badge, effective today. It is important to note that…
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…
Connecticut Yankee Council Boy Scouts of America Council Coordinated Operations Meeting March 19, 2024, 7:30 – 9:00 PM Breakout Meeting Notes Key Committees and Chairs Advancement: Charlie Blanchette Activities: John Hanks Camping: Bill Hall District Chairs: Gregg, Steve, Dan Membership: Seth Strohecker Training: Donna Wesolowski Marketing: Bob Brown Commissioners: Gene Waring Properties: Mike Card…
Connecticut Yankee Council Boy Scouts of America Council Coordinated Operations Meeting February 20, 2024, 7:30 – 9:00 PM Breakout Meeting Notes Key Committees and Chairs Advancement: Charlie Blanchette Activities: John Hanks Camping: Bill Hall District Chairs: Gregg, Steve, Caroline, Gabe, Erika Membership: Seth Strohecker Training: Donna Wesolowski Marketing: Bob Brown Commissioners: Gene Waring Properties:…
This scholarship is in honor of Eagle Scout Ryan Michael Adams. It will be awarded to the Eagle Scout(s) who best exemplifies the type of person, Scout and student Ryan was. Connecticut Eagle Scouts who are currently in high school or college are eligible to apply. The scholarship award is based on merit and will…
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…
Merit Badge College is an event allowing Scouts to work on three different merit badges over a four week period. The Merit Badge College committee is looking for additional instructors to teach the Merit Badge courses. Merit Badge College 2020 dates are: February 1, February 8, February 22 and February 29, with March 7 as…
Our council is honored to have dedicated, passionate volunteers at every level. Annually, a special committee reviews nominations by our peers to select the Silver Beaver recipients. The Silver Beaver is awarded to volunteers who have given exemplary service to our Council. This year, the committee has selected to honor the following individuals: Steve Agnew…
