The Connecticut Scouter


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In this edition:

Safety Moment (Safety Afloat)

Upcoming Events at Camp

Training Corner

Membership Tools

CSP (Connecticut Scouter Podcast)

Popcorn Sale 2023

Other Information

Council Caly Shoot
National Youth Council Apply Today
Messenger of Peace Program
Trading Post Item of the Month!
Scarf Day
Connecticut Rivers Council Facebook page
Other National & International Scouting News

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Safety Afloat

Swimming, kayaking, or any aquatic activity will have potential hazards, even for advanced participants. Lives can be saved with proper supervision and training; lives can be and have been lost by not following Safety Afloat practices.

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Upcoming Events at Camp

Webelos Woods is back this fall! Registration is now open for Webelos Woods at Camp Workcoeman! September 29th-October 1st--an opportunity for Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts to work towards activity badges, participate in activities, and prepare for the next step on the Scouting Trail. Sign up today for what will be an unforgettable experience!

Registration

Introducing the first Connecticut Rivers Council Webelos Woods program in the East! Registration is now open for the October 13-15, 2023 Webelos Woods at the June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation in Ashford. Webelos Woods is an opportunity for Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts to work towards activity badges, participate in activities, and prepare for the next step on the Scouting Trail. Sign up today as we expect this to be a sold out event. Registration can be found at

Registration

Training Corner

Led by the Council's Training Committee, Districts, and Camps, we have a robust and diverse training schedule planned for 2023. We have trainings for Scouters of all ages and programs on the docket. Check out the Training Calendar by clicking the button below.

Training Calendar

Membership Tools

Business cards are an easy way to share the scouting experience. Feel free to modify & use these. Can be uploaded to your favorite business card ordering website, or inserted in Word documents, or Adobe/Canva. (fronts & backs) Click the button below to get to all the business card options Cubs and Scouts BSA! Thanks Christine for creating these!

We have worked hard to provide units with recruiting assets at an affordable price. We have physical recruiting tools for units to use for your next big recruiting event. From pop-ups to mobile billboards we have got attractive resources for your unit. We want your unit to grow this fall and we are here to help you do that. Click the button below to see all all of recruiting unit assets.

Recruiting Tools

Kickoff Sign Up

Business Cards

2023 Popcorn Sale

We are ready to get popping on our 2023 popcorn sale. We want all units and Scouts to participate in the upcoming campaign. It's a turn-key fundraiser for units and Scouts! If you missed our in-person or zoom training check out the recording below and to register your unit click the button below.

Connecticut Scouter Podcast

Other Information

New Messenger of Peace Program for Scouts

Messenger of Peace Program

Trading Post Item of the Month!

The Council jamboree set is now on sale. Enjoy this great set that's unique to the council and area. It will only be sold as a set. Click the button below to purchase this great piece of history.

Jamboree Set