Exciting events for the benefit of Scouting programs in southwestern Connecticut.

September 14, 2022 Come out to hear  Keynote Speaker, Rocky Bleier at the 2022 Fairfield County Leadership Dinner _______________ September 17, 2022 Please join us for our brand-new, upscaled Sporting Clays Shoot at the beautiful Bristol Fish & Game Club. _______________ You won’t want to miss the 2022 Golf Tournament on October 4, 2022, presented…

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)…

COVID-19 Guidelines as of 3/1/22

Based upon the latest guidance from the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Yankee Council is adopting the following guidelines, effective March 1, 2022. COVID-19 vaccines currently approved or authorized by FDA are effective in preventing serious outcomes of COVID-19, including severe disease, hospitalization, and death. A COVID-19 vaccination is currently recommended for everyone five years of…

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…

Tri-Camp Tournament at Hoyt

Welcome to the Tri-Camp Tournament at Hoyt Scout Reservation May 14-16, 2021 Click Here to Download the Leaders Guide For Hoyt. This Leaders Guide pertains to Hoyt Scout Reservation only. Last Chance to Register Register at https://mycouncil.ctyankee.org/Event/741 $20 youth and adult fee. Troops/Crews can come for the day or camp 1 or 2 nights. Camping…

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…

CYC Rangemaster Training

CYC Rangemaster Training is for currently certified NRA RSOs, NRA Instructors and USA Archery Instructors who assist with unit, district, or Council events on the CYC’s camps’ shooting ranges. The training involves a summary of BSA and CYC Shooting Sports policies and an overview of the operating procedures for the camp ranges. As of Jan.…