Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America

09/04/2026

Black Swamp Area Council welcomes Jonah Brown to the team as District Executive in Arrowwood District, Scouting America

08/26/2026

September is less than a week away?! Be prepared with the September E-Signals!

E-Signals                                                                       September 2026

08/24/2026

08/17/2026

The Lima Scout Shop will be closed August 24-28, we apologize for the inconvenience. The Lima shop will return to normal hours starting Monday, August 31.

08/14/2026

POPCORN Show & Sell orders have been placed with delivery back to council week of Aug. 25-27. If you did not order, email JIm Mason at [email protected] and place your order today. Orders are by the case at this time. Arrowwood District, Scouting America Chinquapin District, Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America Great Oaks District, Scouting America Old Sycamore District

08/14/2026

SIGN UP TODAY - There is still time to register for the Popcorn Sale, Please click the link, use Council Code: 449BSAC and register your unit today. CLICK HERE: https://pecatonicariverpopcorn.com/signup.phpsign-up

District, Scouting America Chinquapin District, Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America Great Oaks District, Scouting America Old Sycamore District

08/11/2026

Kickoff tonight 8/11/26 in Celina is a go, Commissioners and staff report

08/10/2026

World Scout Jamboree 2027 Registration Window Extended

The National Jamboree may be over, but the adventure is just beginning. As Scouts return home inspired by their experiences, many are already asking the next question: What's next? For hundreds of Scouts across the country, the answer is the 2027 World Scout Jamboree in Poland.

08/05/2026

It is time for the National Jamboree Tent Sale!

Is your troop looking to replace your troop tents, or does a Scout need to replace their personal tent? These gently used, high-quality tents are a great option and an excellent value.

ALPS Mountaineering Cavern Outfitter Edition Tents were used for just 10 days during the National Jamboree and feature:
• Easy assembly with clips that quickly attach to the tent poles
• Large dual-zipper door with a mesh window
• Excellent ventilation through panoramic mesh-panel side walls
• Mesh storage pocket and gear loft
• Heavy-duty 8-inch steel stakes
• Zippered carry bag and guy ropes included.

Scouting America, Erie Shores Council is selling them for $120 each. Payment is due at tent pick-up.

If you are interested, please contact:
Chuck Walker
[email protected]

Supplies are limited, so be sure to reach out soon if you would like to reserve tents for your unit.

Is your troop looking to replace your troop tents, or does a Scout need to replace their personal tent? These gently used, high-quality tents are a great option and an excellent value.