It may be new news or old news to know that our founder, Baden-Powell was a big fan of The Jungle Book and created Cub Scouting around the adventures of Mowgli, the man-child. The Porter Rockwell District hosted a day camp called “Jungle Camp” where Tiger, Wolf, and Bear Scouts gathered to learn the ‘bare necessities […]
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We’ve all been there–sitting in a meeting, anxiously waiting our turn to talk about some Scouting event. We stand up and make a spirited plea for anyone to help with this or do that. You take out your paper to write down names, but you hear only crickets and see only blank faces. Maybe you […]
In my article for Mother’s Day, I was fortunate to pay tribute to my Scouting Mom. Reflecting over the impact she had in my life was such a beautiful experience. This month, I have the opportunity to pay homage to my father, a man who has helped shape my life. Some of the most valuable […]
Thank you for your kind support of Scouting and the young men it serves. Over 56,000 families contributed to the Church’s 2016 “Friends of Scouting Drive” for the Utah National Parks Council. A year has passed, and families may again respond to the First Presidency’s invitation to participate in the annual Friends of Scouting drive […]
Of all the Scouting positions I have done, (I have held every unit leader position), I like the New Scout Patrol the best. However, this patrol in troops around the BSA face all kinds of challenges helping Cub Scouts make the transition from Webelos to Boy Scouting. But, in the LDS Church we face a whole other […]
Wasatch Mountain State Park, the state’s oldest park, is in Heber Valley and is both a summer and winter destination. Soldier Hollow, the 2002 Olympic winter venue is located at the park’s south end, and is open year-round for summer and winter activities, including biathlon, cross-country skiing, tubing, mountain biking, and hiking. There are limited […]
“And it came to pass that I beheld that the rod of iron, which my father had seen, was the word of God, which led to the fountain of living waters, or to the tree of life; which waters are a representation of the love of God; and I also beheld that the tree of […]
Scouts have always been great examples of hard work and dedication. This effort is important in accomplishing the goals of the Boy Scouts. Two young Bear Scouts from the Cedar Breaks District of the Utah National Parks Council exemplified this, demonstrating just how hard Scouts can work. Jaren Green, from pack 1891, and Braxton Anderson, […]
Are you a parent looking to sign up your youth for Scouting? If you want to join a unit sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then go to your ward’s leadership, and request the invite. If you don’t know what ward you would be in, click here to find it. (Recommended) If you’re […]
I received a note from a Scout in my district recently. He was so excited about paying his own way to camp (and much more), that I had to share his story: “Hi, I’m Sean Bezzant. My friend Preston told me about selling Scout cards. He was selling to earn money for a leadership […]
School is out. Summertime means warmer weather; it’s a great time to take your Cub Scout pack outdoors. Successful outdoor events will help Cubs on the adventure path to advancement fulfill requirements while having a great time. Outdoor skills and awareness is one of the desired outcomes of the Cub Scout program. Dens and packs […]
At the Utah National Parks Council in Orem, Utah, the yearly “Get Ready for Camp” event brought families and Boy Scouts into the Scout Shop to get ready for a summer of camps. This yearly event features everything a boy would need to prepare for any of the Boy Scout camps they are heading to. […]
Each person’s journey through Scouting is different, but this is especially the case for the Liu family from Troop 51 in Provo District. Lyncy Liu resides in Provo, and her son Regan (11) is an active member of his Boy Scout troop. She feels that his experience in Scouting has helped him develop as a better […]
What do nuclear power plants, construction sites, aircraft carriers, and many hospitals have in common with Scouting? All constantly look for ways to eliminate potentially life threatening or fatal hazards. One tool used by many safety-conscious groups is a safety moment at the beginning of a meeting or activity. You start with a pause to […]
Each year in May, we have the wonderful opportunity to celebrate the significant role of motherhood. We buy cards, flowers and often will make breakfast in bed. In Scouting, we recognize the critical influence that our Scouting Moms have on the development of the individual and the planting of faith in each Scout. Like in […]
Consider the ripple effect that occurs when one young man’s life is changed. It continues to spread outwards until it affects more and more people. This theme was one of many at the eighth annual Influential Women in Scouting awards banquet, hosted by the Utah National Parks Council. The event was held May 13, 2017 […]
Utah National Parks Council, BSA Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orem, UT — On May 11, 2017, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced, “the Church will no longer charter Varsity or Venturing units with the Boy Scouts of America and Scouts Canada effective January 1, 2018. We express sincere appreciation and gratitude […]
Den leaders tried the new Cub Scouting program out for a year. They experienced the great and the problematic. Wanting to know how things went, the BSA used their ears to hear the leaders out. Then, they modified accordingly . Want advancement to be a bit more flexible? Well, over the past year, it has […]
Have you ever heard a leader say “I don’t plan my meetings.” We’ll if you don’t you may end up feeling like this poor fellow:The problem is, if you don’t plan your den meetings, the boys may indeed find something else to do and Scouting will not produce the benefits that led the Church to […]
Camp is only a few more weeks out. Do you know where you’re going to for Scout camp yet? Have your Scouts take the following quiz to see what Utah National Parks Council camp jives with their likes and personality. Possible Answers: Tifie Scout Camp: Tifie Scout Camp is a full featured summer […]