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Salute to Scouting - April 7th
Have you ever wondered what a Troop in Middle Point, Ohio, is up to? Or maybe, how do I continue to connect with my Cub Pack during these difficult times? Then you better pull up a chair and start reading.
Merit Badge MADNESS - Final 4 remain
The cream of the crop has risen to the top of our Merit Badge MADNESS challenge. How's your favorite performing? Be sure to vote on your favorite...
New Scouting at Home Video - please share!
There's never been a more important time to come together. We've got this. We are Scouts! See a great video and online resource to help with your Scouting at Home ...
STEM Camp Highlights
Watch the highlights from this year's STEM camp!
The Eagle - Benjamin Holley
On this edition of the Eagle, Benjamin Holley provided a path for all to the Ridgeville Park Pavilion.
Scout Executive Minute with Marc Kogan
April 2: Marc Kogan shares some great local updates on Scouting, including virtual Scout meetings, service projects, resources available to Scouts and families...
Service, Selflessness, Scouting in Van Wert County
Van Wert Troop 31 Scouts step forward in a time of need...
The Eagle - Landon Smith
Landon Smith went above and beyond the call to make sure local volunteer firefighters have the necessary equipment.
How to Conduct Unit Meetings Virtually
There are many resources available to our units to help bring unit meetings into our families' homes...
Troop 777 shines light on local seniors
Scout Spirit shining brightly with Troop 777 service project ...
Cyber Chip Program, recognition for local Scouts
Black Swamp Area Council looks to recognize local Scouts who learn more about cyber safety...
Scout Executive Minute with Marc Kogan
March 23: Scout Executive Marc Kogan shares how to reach the council service centers and a friendly reminder about the Cyper Chip Program. He also gives insight to his own son's Den and their virtual meetings ...
Eagle Scout Recognition Event POSTPONED
The decision was made to postpone the Eagle Scout & Youth Recognition Dinner scheduled for Saturday, March 14 see this link for more details.
Scout leaders recognized for service
Linda Barclay, Sam Briggs, Jason Vasko, Richard Umstead honored for their service to Scouting ...
Meffley takes over as Council President
Dan Meffley is new Council's Executive Board President ...

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Apr 10	Good Friday - Offices/Camps Closes
May 15	2020 All Abilities Day
May 15	OA Section Conclave Camp...
May 15	Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Camp Lakota How effectively the Boy Scouts of America influences the lives of youth depends on its leaders and their ability to apply the aims and...
May 16	Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) Camp Lakota Hands-on participation is the best learning tool, and this course models the techniques used by effective Scoutmasters, Coaches,...
May 16	Baloo - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation Camp Lakota Welcome to BALOO training! It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack...
May 25	Memorial Day - Offices/Camps Closed
May 31	National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) 2020 National Youth Leadership Training is an exciting, action-packed program designed for councils to provide youth members with leadership skills and...
Jun 3	10-Day Out Meeting - Lakota Week 1