In support of the Utah National Parks Council, the Utah Warriors Professional Rugby Team would like to invite all Scouting troops, leaders, and their families to celebrate Scout Nights. Come watch and learn about Utah’s newest and richest sports teams with over 11 different countries being represented by the roster. Use the code “BSA” at […]
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It’s hard to imagine what a river rafting experience is like until you go on one. They create life-long bonds and lasting memories for Scouts and their troops. Take awe in God’s country and be inspired as you float through a deep canyon, a wilderness that is inaccessible without your raft and the river. Prepare […]
What’s your plan for 2019? Does your pack have a plan for 2019? Do you have boys who want to continue being a Cub Scout in 2020? Did you know girls can join Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA right now? What about your dens – do they have a plan? Unfortunately, there is NOT a […]
Beginning March 9th, Cub Scout packs will deliver Scouting for Food door hangers like the one below. Join the local Boy Scouts as they help fight hunger statewide by filling a bag with nutritious non-perishable food donations and leaving it outside your front door by 9:00 a.m. on March 16. Scouts will collect bags from 9 am […]
Almost 3 1/2 years ago I wrote an article called “Why I go to Roundtable.” I still agree with every reason that I gave back then. And I just wanted to say that I still love to go to roundtable… when it’s done right. When roundtable helps me with my Scouting responsibilities, I love it. […]
Disclaimer: I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a volunteer for the Utah National Parks Council of the BSA. The following thoughts are based on my personal experience and ideas and in no way express any official position or recommendation of the Utah National Parks Council nor of the Church. […]
Are you ready to own the adventure this summer? Because now is the time! The Utah National Parks Council, BSA offers a wide variety of camping experiences for packs, troops, church youth groups, young women camps and anyone else! Own the Adventure today and register! There are about a dozen camps for you to choose […]
Remember back when…? Remember how you felt when you got your first cell phone? Now you could get and receive phone calls even when you weren’t at home. That was so great – and a little annoying too. And do you remember when your friend, or in my case my husband, got their first smartphone? […]
Preston Hyatt – An Eagle Scout, former member of the Young Men General Board, and Chaplain of the 1964 National Jamboree, founded the first Cub Scout pack in Utah County shortly after the LDS church officially adopted the Cub Scouting program. He also contributed to revisiting and rewriting the Explorer Handbook, and was a National […]
From all of us at the Utah National Parks Council, Merry Christmas!
Located only one hour from Utah Valley, Camp Scofield sits at the edge of Scofield reservoir, waiting patiently for summertime when Scouts race to jump in the sailboats, break in the new water toys, and whip out their fishing poles. This high-altitude Scout paradise features access to the largest body of water at any of […]
This Christmas, we are following along with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ “Light the World” movement. Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, spent much of His ministry caring for individuals, one by one. This movement encourages everyone to follow His example this Christmas and find ways to share our time, love, and […]
That’s right girls can be Cub Scouts! Your daughter, granddaughter, sister, neighbor or friend, etc. can now register to be a Cub Scout. But let’s be clear—it is NOT a co-ed program. In Family Scouting, young girls, ages 5-10, can be Cub Scouts. The official start date was June 11, 2018. And older girls, ages 11-18, […]
Girls can already join Cub Scouts (since June 2018) and starting February 1, 2019, older girls, ages 11-17, will be able to join the Boy Scouts of America also. No, they won’t be called “Boy Scouts” in fact the boys won’t be called that anymore either. The Boy Scout program will be changing its name to […]
Winter is in full force, whether we have the snow to show for it or not. One thing that is for sure during winter, though, is Klondikes. Starting in January, almost every weekend through March 2nd is full of Klondike events sponsored by various districts throughout the Council. If this doesn’t seem intriguing to you, keep […]
Christmas is coming up fast, so make sure you find all of the perfect gifts for the Scouters in your life. From our Eric Dowdle Puzzle of Camp Maple Dell to Scout Saver Cards to pins, patches, and medallions, there is a gift for everyone on your list. Camp Maple Dell Puzzle Our very own […]
Did someone say summer dream job?! Most summer jobs want to keep you inside during the warmest months and most beautiful days, and that sounds terrible. Join our adventure staff at camp so you can spend more time enjoying the summer the way it was meant to be enjoyed: outside! Why work at camp? Besides general awesomeness, there are […]
This Christmas, we are following along with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ “Light the World” movement. Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, spent much of His ministry caring for individuals, one by one. This movement encourages everyone to follow His example this Christmas and find ways to share our time, love, and […]
Scouting has many expenses, but you shouldn’t let that stop you from planning your dream year of Scouting. With Scout Starving Student Cards, you can earn the funds you need for your unit’s ideal year! What to know about Scout Saver Cards The BSA has teamed up with Starving Student Cards, which is a discount […]
A Roundtable put on by and for the Baden Powell Service Area of the Utah National Parks Council will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2019. Everyone is invited so plan to attend, learn, share, network, get inspired, get motivated and have fun! Author Annaleis Smith is a “stay-at-home” mom of 5 (3 boys 2 […]