Introducing the America 250 CYC Scouting Awards In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, the Connecticut Yankee Council Activities Committee is launching the America 250 Scouting Awards. This council-wide program invites Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturers, Sea Scouts, and adult leaders to explore America’s history and values through fun, age-appropriate activities focused on learning, service, adventure, and civic engagement.…
We’re excited to share the Council Program Catalog, featuring District and Council activities designed to strengthen unit programs and give Scouts more opportunities to camp, learn new skills, build friendships, and experience Scouting as part of a larger community. As we look ahead to 2026, we also begin celebrating the 250th Anniversary of America. Throughout…
Effective August 1, 2025, the new Connecticut Yankee Council Operations Fee will increase to $88 for all Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scouting participants. Below are the basic membership fees: BSA National Fees $85 for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouting participants $65 for all Adult Volunteers $25 for Merit Badge…
To the Participants of Wood Badge Course 13-72-25: Thank you for attending the best Scouting Leadership Program in the World. It was evident that you were engaged, thoughtful, excellent learners. I especially enjoyed joining your campfire on the first evening of your program, and telling my story. Sitting quietly in the nearby woods the following…
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…
Help Wanted – Join the Fun! Scouting runs on volunteers — and we need your help to make these two big Cub Scout events a success: Cub Scout Safari – Oct 4, Hoyt Scout Reservation, 9 AM to 4 PM Hands-on activities, exciting challenges, Adventure Awards, and special rank programs for Lions through Arrow of…
Safeguarding Youth Training (replaces Youth Protection Training) Youth protection is at the heart of everything we do. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we’re all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe. Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a…
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY (May 23, 2025) SCOUTING AMERICA’S RANGE AND TARGET ACTIVITIES ARE RESUMING AT CONNECTICUT YANKEE COUNCIL The National Office of Scouting America has notified us that effective immediately all Range and Target activities may resume. The safety of everyone involved in the program is always a priority. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to…
NOTICE: SCOUTING AMERICA’S RANGE AND TARGET ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE HAS ISSUED A SAFETY STAND-DOWN FOR ALL COUNCILS AND HIGH ADVENTURE BASES FOR SCOUTS AND NON-SCOUTS. Due to a recent incident involving Range and Target activities, the National Scouting America office has directed an immediate safety stand-down across all Councils and National High Adventure Bases. This includes…
Dear Scouting families, We are excited to welcome Kevin Nichols to our Council as the incoming Scout Executive starting in January. As we searched for our new CEO and Scout Executive, we were reminded how critical leadership is, and the impact we have on young people every day as we teach them leadership and life…
