Buckskin Council

melanie.young@scouting.org

Join the Klondike Gold Rush!

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Deadline to register is Wednesday, January 21st.

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Join the GOLD RUSH!
January 23-25, 2026
Camp Kootaga

There’s gold in the Kootaga hills!  Our resident mountain monster (he exists, it’s true!) got bored between campouts and decided to start prospecting.  He’s since hit paydirt and wants us to share in the shiny bounty.

Join us on January 23-25, as we test our Scout skills, navigating gear sleds around Camp, competing in challenges, and generally looking to hit paydirt winning Patrol and Troop awards.

Event fee is $15 per participant.  Custom event patches & awards, Troop participation flag streamers, Friday Cracker Barrel, Saturday lunch, hot beverages throughout will be provided.

Please contact event chair Alan Campbell (acampbell@ohiohills.com) if you’re interested in helping with advance setup, meal prep, or running stations.

Leader Guide

Council Service Territory 12 Conference

The 2026 Council Service Territory 12 Conference, hosted by the Shenandoah Area Council, will be held at Camp Sinoquipe Scout Reservation in Fort Littleton, Pennsylvania. They have planned a full day of breakout sessions to support and enhance council operations and programs for Executive Board members, Council & District Key 3's, unit commissioners, plus all program and Scout leaders. There will be a wide range of topics covered during break-out sessions, including training, advancement, inclusivity, membership, outdoor programs and administration, council properties, and NCAP.

In addition to a key-note speaker, there will also be some time for Q&A before we adjourn to our breakout sessions.
Throughout the day, take the opportunity to meet Scouters from other councils. Sit with new friends at lunch. Share ideas and best practices. Grow your network. There’s much more to take back with you than just a couple pages of notes from the sessions you attend.

  • Registration Opens: January 1, 2026
    • Participant Fee $35
    • Participant Fee w/Tent camping $40
    • Participant Fee w/Cabin camping $45
  • Late Fee: $10 if not paid in full by 3/15/2026
  • Registration Closes: March 28, 2026

Participants are reminded to bring a BSA Medical Form AMHR Parts A&B if they are staying overnight.

General Schedule of Events - Saturday April 11, 2026

  • 8:30-9:30am Check-in / Gathering
  • 10:00am Opening
  • 10:30am Key Note Speaker
  • 11:30am Break-out sessions
  • 12:30pm Lunch Break
  • 2:00pm Breakout sessions
  • 5:00pm Closing
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Scouting for Food – Do a Good Turn Daily

As Scouts, we know how fortunate we are to have a warm meal every night — whether around the campfire or at the kitchen table. And we know that not everyone is so lucky.  That’s the genesis of Scouting for Food, the annual food-collection drive run by the council. It’s another reminder to our local communities that Scouts are here, doing good turns.

Scouting for Food takes place on two consecutive weekends. On the first weekend, Scouts distribute bags to let their neighbors know about the drive. On the second weekend, Scouts revisit those houses to pick up bags full of canned food, cereal, pasta, peanut butter, juice and other nonperishable items.

Units in the Buckskin Council participate in this annual Good Turn every November.  The bags do not have a date on them so units may choose their own weekends to do the drive.  While your unit may choose the weekends that best fit your schedule, Buckskin Council's designated dates are November 1st and 8th.  After your Scouts have collected the donations, take these items to a food pantry of your choice right in your neighborhood.

We ask unit leaders to please let the council know how many cans/items you collected.  Please report the number of items your unit collects using the form below.  You may also submit THIS FORM to your District Executive.

Remember to take time to submit your service hours through Scoutbook Plus at my.scouting.org.

We have new bags this year, so be sure to pick up your bags.  Stop by the Wehrle Service Center, Huntington Scout Shop or Parkersburg Scout Shop to get bags.

Deadline to report # items collected - December 20th

Scouting for Food Report Form

Scouting for Food 2025

Reserve Your Campsite for 2026 Summer Camp!

Reserve your spot today!

The campsite deposit is $50 if paid by August 1, 2025.  After August 1st, the deposit is $100.

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The Buckskin Council is bringing Summer Camp back to Camp Arrowhead in 2026!

Next summer will be fun and exciting for all Scouts and leaders as Summer Camp returns to beautiful Camp Arrowhead. Our camp staff is planning an engaging program and getting the camp ready for all Scouts to enjoy.

The 2026 Leaders Guide and program information will available in the coming months to help Troops plan their adventure this coming summer, so reserve your troop's campsite for 2026 today!

Want a favorite campsite?   Select your preferred week then click on the Campsites tab.  You'll find all the campsites and their availability.

Choose the Summer Camp week that works best for your troop.  Here is the Summer Camp Schedule for Camp Arrowhead 2026:

  • Week 1 - June 14-20, 2026
  • Week 2 - June 21-27, 2026

2026 National Jamboree

Countdown to Jamboree 2026

The 2026 National Scout Jamboree will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve July 22-31, 2026.

The National Jamboree is a gathering of scouts and scouters from all over the country and around the world.  It is only held every four years and because of that, many scouts only get one opportunity to attend a Jamboree.  Thousands of scouts and scouters describe the National Jamboree as one of the mountaintop experiences of their scouting career.  The event-wide arena shows are returning during the 2026 NSJ. The Jamboree will also celebrate the 250th birthday of the USA.

The fee is $1950 and is all-inclusive, covering all of the equipment you will need to camp plus all of your food and activities.  The fee also covers transportation to and from the Jamboree, and you will also get a daypack, a duffle, t-shirts, hats, patches, and other items.  Register before December 31, 2025 to avoid the $240 late fee.

Scouts must be 12 years old by July 22, 2026, and not be 18 years old by the end of the Jamboree, July 31st.

So, what do you need to do?  Register today for your once in a lifetime opportunity.  A deposit is required when you first register.  Regular payments must be made during the coming year.  When registering, you will need to know your Scouting Member ID number.  It can be found on your membership card.  The Scouting Member ID number is NOT the same as your Scoutbook ID number.  If you need help determining you Member ID number, contact the Service Center.

The council has developed a payment schedule to help scouts and their families budget the Jamboree experience.  Scholarships may be available.

Learn more about the National Jamboree at jamboree.scouting.org/
See you at the Summit in 2026!

Register Now

Register before November 3, 2025, to avoid the late fee.  A deposit is required when you register.  Additional payments must be made on a regular basis.  See the payment schedule.

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Register as a Council Contingent Staff Member!

Calling all adults planning to attend the National Jamboree with a Council Contingent that would like to help put on the event by being a member of Staff. These adults (21 years +) will play a dual role — supporting Jamboree operations during the day while remaining embedded with their contingent in the evenings. This is a great opportunity for adults who want to contribute to the success of the Jamboree while staying connected to their local youth.

Key Details:
  • Role & Responsibilities: Assist with Jamboree operations for at least 6 of the 7 program days. They’ll work with a team lead to determine their schedule and may be required to complete training prior to the event.
  • Travel & Lodging: These staff members will travel, eat, and camp with their council contingent.
  • Registration: Register as part of the council contingent under the designation “Council Contingent Staff Member.”
Recognition:
  • Recognition Kit Includes: Two participant patches, Participant neckerchief, Custom 2026 National Jamboree red daypack and a special staff gift!
STAFF JOB CATALOG
Cub Scout Position Specific Training Modules are updated on My.Scouting

The online position-specific training modules for Den Leader/Assistant Den Leader, Cubmaster/Assistant Cubmaster, and Pack Committee Members were updated on May 30 to reflect the program updates launched on June 1, 2024.

The outline of the training modules has not changed.  There are still four different position Learning Plans; Den Leader/Assistant Den Leader, Cubmaster/Assistant Cubmaster, Pack Committee Chair, and Pack Committee Members.  The run time for the modules has not been significantly changed.   The names of the individual modules are still the same and so is the order that they are presented.

Cub Scout volunteers who completed training before these updates, do not have to retake training.  We do strongly encourage Cub Scout volunteers to retake key modules with the most edits based on the program updates.

CS19 Bobcat – Updates to Bobcat as a required Adventure for all ranks.

CS19 Advancement – Updates to how each badge of rank is earned.

CS19 Cub Scout Uniforms – Updates to the uniform, specifically Webelos and Arrow of Light.

CS19 Conducting a Den Meeting – Outlines how to plan and conduct a den meeting using the updated Adventures and Den Meeting Resources found in the handbooks and on Scouting.org.

CS19 Denners and Den Chiefs – Recommended for Den Leaders for Bears, Webelos, and Arrow of Light.  The updated Bobcat requirement for these ranks includes the Denner and Arrow of Light Patrol Leader.  This module details these positions.

CS19 Conducting a Pack Meeting – Minor edits include planning for Cub Scout Adventures that can be completed as a pack and making pack meetings more activity-based.

CS19 Pack Structure – Includes updated information about forming dens.

CS19 Annual Program Planning – Update includes planning for Cub Scout Adventures that can be completed as a pack.

Below is the list of key modules listed by position:

Den Leader & Assistant

  • Bobcat
  • Advancement
  • Cub Scout Uniforms
  • Conducting a Den Meeting
  • Denners and Den Chiefs

Cubmaster & Assistant

  • Bobcat
  • Advancement
  • Cub Scout Uniforms
  • Conducting a Pack Meeting
  • Denners and Den Chiefs

Pack Committee Members

  • Cub Scout Uniforms
  • Pack Structure

Pack Committee Chair

  • Cub Scout Uniforms
  • Pack Structure
  • Annual Program Planning

The syllabus for in-person position-specific training is scheduled for release by August 1, 2024.

Questions?  Contact our council training team, Susan Williams, Chair or Carol McCarthy, Co-Chair.

 

https://www.buckskin.org/training-events/11790/

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