Issue 43, February 8, 2012

Beaver Days 2012
Beaver Weekends are always important, but this year more than ever. If you haven’t heard, the Minsi Trails Council will be investing a significant amount of money this Spring to make important improvements to all shower facilities, and completing work on numerous other projects vital to our camps.

Blastcar for Boy Scouts
Come visit the scout shop and see the New BLASTCAR. Bigger than a pinewood derby, it is for Boy Scouts only.

CATHOLIC SCOUTS AND TROOPS INVITED TO RETREAT
The annual Catholic Scout Retreat Weekend will be April 27-28-29 in 2012. Unlike the quiet prayer and meditation of most religious retreats, this one is full of activities, excitement, and fun for the Scouts.

High Adventure Camps 2012
If you are looking for a challenge beyond traditional summer camp experiences, check out Minsi Trails Council’s great high adventure summer camp opportunities. Advanced Scouts and Venturers can take advantage of these programs each week at both of our Pocono Mountain camps, Camp Minsi in Mount Pocono, PA and Settlers Camp on Trexler Scout Reservation in Jonas, PA. These programs are focused on challenging young adults to push their comfort zone limits through an enjoyable and memorable outdoor experience.

Kicking Daisies to perform at Jambo 2012
Get ready for our big Saturday night show featuring Kicking Daisies. Inspired by groups as diverse as Led Zeppelin, Paramore and Stone Temple Pilots, Kicking Daisies uses a variety of influences to create a sound that is unique

Jambo 2012 Radio and Band Information
We are now recruiting members for the JAMBO 2012 Scout Band and we would like to extend an invitation to members of your Troops and Crews to participate in this exciting opportunity!

Venturers - Go Big! Get Wild! At the 2013 National Scout Jamboree
Venturers - You can be part of the most exciting Scouting event ever—the 2013 National Scout Jamboree! It’s so big it only happens once every four years. Check out mountain biking, paddleboarding, zip lines, canopy tours, rafting, kayaking, and much, much more.

Volunteer Staff at the National Jamboree
It's not very often that you have a chance to be part of history. The 2013 National Scout Jamboree scheduled for July 15-24, 2013, is that opportunity. This will be the first event at the BSA's new jamboree home, the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve.