E-Signals                                                                             August 2025

Program, Camping &Training


2026 Philmont Trip
Embark on an extraordinary journey with us in2026! Spots Limited!

Jamboree 2026
Help represent Northwest Ohio and Eastern Indiana Scouting at the upcoming Jamboree in West Virginia, scheduled for July 22-31, 2026...

Wood Badge: The Ultimate Leadership Training Coming
Begin today preparing for your Wood Badge experience! This unique leadership training experience takes place over two weekends in Fall 2025. Don't miss out on this ...

Plans for 2027 World Jamboree Underway!
The World Scout Jamboree is held every four years around the world...

Scouting America Launches Enhanced Safeguarding Youth Training
Scouting America has unveiled a new comprehensive Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) program, reinforcing its unwavering commitment to creating the safest possible environment for young people...

Catholic Campo-o-ree and Retreat
Erie Shores Council will be hosting the first ever CST Territory 9/NCCS Region 6 Catholic Camp-o-ree and retreat this fall...


Council Updates


Fall Kickoff Dates & Locations
Get the latest announcements, recruitment information and learn all about the NEW popcorn vendor and this year's sale ...

Council Coordinated Meeting
You are invited to attend the upcoming Council Coordinated Meeting...

Please Join us for a Fireside Chat
The council will once again be hosting Fireside Chats in each of our 13 counties...

Lima Scout Shop Closures
The Lima Scout Shop will be closed July 28-August 1 and August 11-15...

Lima Service Center Summer Hours
The Lima Scout Shop will be operating under limited hours for the Summer June 2-August 31...

Findlay Scout Shop Closures
The National Scout Shop in Findlay will be closed Wednesday, August 6 and closing early Tuesday, August 12...

Fundraising & Support


First POPCORN order is due Aug. 6
August 6 is the deadline for units to order popcorn and receive it before Labor Day ...

Scouting Lima Area Golf Outing
Save the Date! Lima Area Scouting Golf Outing - Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the Bluffton Golf Club...

Sporting Clays
12th Annual Sporting Clays for Scouting event, taking place on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Elkhorn Lake Hunt Club

2025 Packaged Gift Program
This program allows contributors to make one gift that will cover their involvement in one or more of the council's special events ...

Camp Lakota-Funding and Naming Opportunities Still Available at Cooper Lodge with Keith Hubbard Dining Hall
The Black Swamp Area Council offers numerous ways for individuals and organizations to contribute to this vital project and leave a lasting legacy at Camp Lakota...

Top Sellers in 2025 Spring Coffee Sale!
Excited to announce the top-performing Scouts from the 2025 Spring Coffee Sale!

Scout Shop and Service Center Hours 

Findlay Scout Office

(419) 422-4356

2100 Broad Ave.
Findlay, OH 45840

Hours:

Monday: 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm
Friday: 8 am - 5 pm
 Saturday: CLOSED

Findlay National Scout Shop

(419) 423-7174

2100 Broad Ave.
Findlay, OH 45840

Hours:

Monday*:CLOSED
Tuesday*: 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday:10 am - 6 pm
Thursday*: 10 am - 6 pm
Friday*: 10 am - 6 pm
*Closed 1:30-2 pm for lunch* 

 Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm

Lima Scout Shop and Office

(419) 227-2107

752 W Robb Ave
Lima, OH 45801

Summer Hours:

Monday*: 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: CLOSED

Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday*: 9:30 am - 6 pm
Friday: 9 am - 1 pm

 *Closed 1-2 pm for lunch* 

Saturday: CLOSED