I’ve heard it said that “The future is what you make of it.” Well, that is certainly true about the future of Scouting in Utah. It will be what the Scouts, the parents, and the Scout leaders decide they want it to be. It will be what we make happen. It can be almost anything […]
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The Utah National Parks Council is so grateful for our donors. To show our thanks, we host an annual Donor Day at Maple Dell Scout Camp. This year’s event took place on June 19th. The donors had an immersive experience and were able to see the what Scout camp is like first hand. Donor Day […]
This July, be a pioneer in shaping future leaders by participating in the new, pilot Wood Badge course! In preparation of the Wood Badge Centennial in 2020, the Wood Badge program is being updated. Only a handful of pilot programs are available across the nation and the Utah National Parks Council has been given the […]
On Saturday, April 14, 2018, hundreds gathered to volunteer in a service day at the Utah National Parks Council’s newest camp in Eagle Mountain. Service Day Volunteers reported for service day duty at 9 a.m. with shovels in hand. The sunny day with a light breeze was good for hard labor. Various groups of all […]
It’s possible you’ve heard about the Utah Valley Scout Show. Maybe you already have your tickets! Or maybe you have no idea what a Scout Show is. Whatever the case is, we’re here to answer your questions and show you why you need to be at the 2018 Utah Valley Family Scout Show on April 28th, 2018, 9 […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for games from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 1. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Fun With Lots of Purposes “Do you ever remember a time when you didn’t play games? Probably not. Most of […]
The Keepers of the Flame The Boy Scouts of America has been shaping the lives of youth around the country since 1910. You, our generous supporters, have been making this happen. The Utah National Parks Council is grateful for all of the donors, volunteers, and sponsors who support Scouting avidly in our community. We are especially […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for wilderness survival from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 2. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) What Will You Do Now? “Scouting teaches you to be prepared. When you go on outings, you take along […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for skateboarding from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 3. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Ready to Ride “Chances are you see somebody on a skateboard nearly every day. From its humble beginnings more than half […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for pioneering from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 1. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Outdoor Fun that is Timeless! “Like always, the majority of today’s Scouts love the kind of woodsy activities that provide outdoor […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for mathematics from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 2. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) A Skill For Life “You might think mathematics is just a class you have to take in school, but it […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for safety from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 1. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Be Prepared for Safety “Somebody once asked Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting, what exactly Scouts should “be prepared” for. […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for financial management from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 3. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Earning, Saving, Spending “In 2012, an NFL player named Warren Sapp filed for bankruptcy even though he had earned […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for spectator sports from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 1. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Go Team! “At some time in our lives, we all get a chance to participate in sports. Through hard […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for Duty to God from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 3. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) Exploring a Key Scout Duty “The Scout Oath begins with duty to God and country, and the Scout […]
Since its inception in 1910, Scouting has not only made uniforming a requirement, but a symbol of pride, functionality, and a reflection of its core values. The current (12th) edition of the Boy Scout Handbook states on page 32: “The Scout uniform is a symbol of the BSA. It tells others that you are a Scout and […]
In this article we are featuring the program module for backpacking from the Program Features for Troops, Teams and Crews Volume 2. (You can also read this article for more information on how to plan using the program resources.) The World at Your Feet “Many people today never stray far from a warm bed, a cozy bathroom, and […]
David Stirling David is a founding executive, chairman, and CEO of doTERRA, one of the fastest growing and most successful companies in the industry. He and his wife Laura have nine children. He holds both a bachelor’s degree and MBA in business. David’s greatest strength lies in his ability to see what can be inspire […]
Brent Lange Brent is the VP, CAO, and CDO of Hale Center Theater. He attended the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah. Brent and his wife Laura reside in Alpine, UT and are the proud parents of two sons and one daughter in law. He enjoys shooting hoops, running, biking, skiing, […]
Michael C. Dunn Michael is an attorney from southern Utah. He graduated from BYU with an English degree. He went to law school at the University of Nevada. Michael has worked in both Utah and Nevada. He has been very active in Scouting, currently serving as the Scoutmaster. Mr. Dunn earned his Eagle Scout Award […]