Greater Hudson Valley Council, Scouting America

06/01/2026

⛳️ There’s still time to join us on the course!

The Greater Hudson Valley Council’s Annual Golf Outing is coming up on Monday, June 22nd at McCann Memorial Golf Course in Poughkeepsie, with a 9:00 AM shotgun start.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking to enjoy a great day outdoors while supporting local Scouting, we’d love to have you join us. Gather a foursome, invite a friend, or register as an individual golfer—there’s still room to play!

Don’t miss a fun day of golf, camaraderie, and supporting the future leaders of our community.

Register today before spots fill up! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️ www.ghvscouting.org/golf

05/31/2026

Unit Leaders: your Scouts can fund their next adventure faster than you think.

Our Council partners with Trail’s End to help Units raise the funds they need with less stress, fewer moving parts, and a system built for Scout success.

With Trail’s End, Units get:
• High-traffic Storefronts capable of $300+/hour
• Simple digital payments through the Trail’s End App
• Tools to manage sales, Scouts, and progress in one place
• Training and support throughout the sale

Scouts show up, make the ask, build confidence, and work toward their goal.

You spend less time coordinating the fundraiser and more time leading the program.

Ready to make fundraising easier this year? Log in to Trail’s End and start planning your Unit’s sale.

Learn more and get started at www.ghvscouting.org/popcorn

Sign up for one of the four in-person Popcorn Kick Offs starting next week!

05/31/2026

What a DINO-MITE day at Camp Bullowa! 🦕🦖

Families from across the Hudson Valley joined us for Dinosaur Day and enjoyed a roaring good time filled with hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, games, and plenty of prehistoric fun. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a huge success!

If your Scout had a blast today, the adventure doesn’t have to stop. Camp Bullowa Day Camp is right around the corner and is packed with exciting activities, new friends, outdoor skills, and unforgettable memories all summer long.

Learn more and register for Day Camp: ghvscouting.org/bullowadaycamp

05/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming several outstanding members of the Greater Hudson Valley Council staff team!

🎉 Congratulations to Joy Labudzinski on her promotion to Office Manager! Joy has served as our Council Registrar for the past five years and has been involved in Scouting since 2013. Her dedication to supporting our volunteers and families has made a tremendous impact across the council. Outside of Scouting, Joy loves horses and the outdoors. We’re excited to see her step into this new leadership role!

🎉 Congratulations to Kim Gifford on her promotion to Senior Field Manager! Kim has served as a Field Manager since 2021 and has played a major role in supporting Scouting across the Hudson Valley. She has also served as the Camp Director for Camp Bullowa’s summer camp program. We look forward to her continued leadership and impact on Scouting in our council.

👏 Please join us in welcoming Ariana Lopez-Gonzalez as our new Council Registrar! Ariana joins the council with a background in human resources and a personal connection to Scouting through her younger brother in Cub Scouting. We’re excited to have her supporting our Scouting families and volunteers.

👏 Please join us in welcoming Melida “Mel” Rodriguez-Chavez as our new Field Manager serving the Algonquin and Mohican Districts beginning June 1st! Mel brings experience in operations, marketing, customer service, recruitment, and team development. A graduate of the University at Albany, she is fluent in Spanish and passionate about community engagement and helping organizations grow. We’re excited to have her join the Scouting America team!

👏 Please join us in welcoming Daniel Murray as our new Field Manager serving the Croton River and Dutchess Districts beginning September 1st! Daniel currently serves as the Camp Buckskin Program Director at Curtis S. Read Scout Reservation and brings experience in marketing, communications, and youth leadership. An Eagle Scout and recipient of Camp Manager of the Year at Camp Read, Daniel is passionate about Scouting and youth development. We’re excited to have him join the team this fall!

Please help us congratulate and welcome these incredible Scouting professionals as they continue to strengthen Scouting across the Hudson Valley!

Find the full staff list here: https://www.ghvscouting.org/ghv-council-staff/

05/27/2026

Check out the latest Greater Hudson Valley Council news, including GHV Staff Announcement, NYLT, Frank Gaynor Memorial Scholarship, and more!

Email from Greater Hudson Valley Council, BSA Council Staff Announcement   Wednesday, May 27th, 2026   Greater Hudson Valley Council Staff Announcement Joy Labudzinski: Office Manage

05/26/2026

Today we celebrate Laura Kaye on her retirement after 25 years of dedicated service to Scouting America and the Greater Hudson Valley Council.

As our Office Manager, Laura has played an incredible role in supporting volunteers, families, and staff for decades, while also helping lead many successful popcorn sales over the years. Her dedication, kindness, and commitment to Scouting have made a lasting impact on countless people throughout our Council.

Congratulations, Laura, on an amazing career and a well-deserved retirement! Thank you for 25 years of service to Scouting.

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05/25/2026

Troop 49 from the Memorial Day parade in Ossining, NY.