Great Trails District - Great Falls Council, Scouting America

07/31/2026

🌊 Last Chance! 🌊

Today's the LAST DAY to register for our Swimming Merit Badge Make-Up Day!

🏊 August 1 | ⏰ 10 AM to 4 PM
💲 Only $5
🎟️ 18 spots remain...when they're gone, they're gone!

Don't let an unfinished blue card stay unfinished. Register today using the link below! ⬇️
https://scoutingevent.com/375-118586

07/25/2026

Swimming Merit Badge Make-up at Sam Wood
August 1st, 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: $5, bring your own lunch

Registration for the first 20 to signup

Be prepared to demonstrate competency in any Swimming Merit Badge requirements. The merit badge counselor may review or retest requirements before signing off completion.

This is only for those who have earned a partial in Swimming Merit Badge.

You must enter what requirements you have already completed in Swimming Merit Badge. These can be found under the Scouts advancement in Scoutbook Plus.
You will also need your (Scouts) member ID. This can be found in my.scouting or Scoutbook Plus under their profile.

Register at:

Swimming Merit Badge Make-up at Sam WoodAugust 1st, 202610:00am - 4:00pmCost: $5, bring your own lunchRegistration for the first 20 to signupBe prepar

07/21/2026

Unit Key 3 should have reiceved an email from Council today with all the links...extended deadline to Monday July 27th

06/24/2026

🦫 Beaver Work Day Reminder! 🦫

📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
🥪 Bring your own lunch.

We'll be tackling projects in the Health Lodge, pool, and dining hall. If you have them, bring along tools and shop vacs!

Even an hour of help makes a difference, so just show up and lend a hand. 🌲🔨

Can't make it this Saturday but have other time available? Please reach out to Camp Director at [email protected] to arrange another time to help.

06/14/2026

Looking for something to do...REMINDER, Beaver Day TODAY in Camp 9a-4p...

Many hands make light work

06/08/2026

🚨 HELP WANTED: Camp SamWood Beaver Work Days 🚨

Camp doesn't get ready for summer by itself!

We're looking for volunteers willing to roll up their sleeves and help tackle some important projects around camp.

📅 Sunday, June 14 | 9 AM - 4 PM
📅 Saturday, June 27 | 9 AM - 4 PM
🥪 Bring your own lunch

🧹 Health Lodge Deep Clean
🏊 Pool Cleaning
🍽️ Dining Hall Cleaning

No special skills required. Just a willingness to help and a love for Camp SamWood.

Whether you can stay for an hour or the entire workday, we'd love to have you join us. Every helping hand makes a difference as we prepare camp for another great season.

05/22/2026

Reminder to those who took the old Youth Protection Training prior to May 15, 2025.

02/12/2026

Our Oakfield Scout Shop has updated its hours. Please note the store is open Wednesday Nights to 6:30pm and is open on the 3rd Saturday from 10am-1:30pm. The Store is closed Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Our Oakfield Office Hours are Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 4:30pm.

12/15/2025