Pennsylvania Dutch Council, Scouting America

06/13/2026

With summer camp starting in just one week, we want to remind everyone of our 2026 Summer Camp Photo Contest!

Take your camera to camp this summer and show us your photography skills for a chance to win an REI gift card! Three entries will be selected as winners, one from Camp Mack, one from Camp Bashore, and one Editor's Choice photo!

Visit our website for more information!
https://padutchscouts.org/

06/11/2026

Creating NASA opportunities for Scouts - Check this out.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZadw_HJwNC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

06/10/2026

Fall Recruitment Preparedness is back! New for this year, we're putting on a Mock Sign-Up Night, where we take you through each aspect of what a sign-up night looks like. It's a perfect opportunity to learn how to put together and host an effective sign-up night, whether you're a seasoned leader or brand new to fall recruitment!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and get energized for a great recruitment season! Register today!
https://conta.cc/4utZWtN

*REMINDER TO UNIT LEADERS*
Attending one of the Fall Recruitment Preparedness nights is required
for a Pack to be eligible for the Fall Recruitment Incentive.

06/09/2026

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to visit the Capitol building in Harrisburg for Scouting’s Report to the Commonwealth! Thank you to all the Scouts, leaders, and families who came out to participate, learn about our state government and history, and to represent the Pennsylvania Dutch Council!

06/08/2026

Thank you Lancaster Bocce League for hosting our ScoutReach program again this year. These are a fun learning experience!!

06/06/2026

Scouts! Did you run this morning? If you did, how did you do in finishing?

06/05/2026

Take your Scouts to the ballgame! The Lancaster Stormers are hosting their annual Scout Night and Sleepover in one week on Friday, June 12th!

Get your tickets today by clicking the link below!

https://conta.cc/4sN62o9

06/04/2026

Do you bike? If you do, where do you find yourself after this short survey? Check this out.

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴.🚲
World Bicycle Day is June 3, Get out there with your Scout and start riding.

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘇, 𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲:
5 Things to Check Before Every Bike Ride: https://go.scoutlife.org/Bike

06/01/2026

Save the date for the Council Recognition Reception!

This August, join us for our Council Recognition Reception to celebrate our volunteers and Eagle Scouts! This year, we'll be hosting a social gathering with appetizers, finger foods, and desserts starting at 5:30 pm, with our award program starting at 6:45 pm. Come out and celebrate with us on August 6th, 2026, at Lititz Moravian Church, 8 Church Square, Lititz PA, 17543. We hope to see you there!

Learn more and register here!
https://padutchbsa.org/council-recognition-reception/

05/29/2026

The trail, the campfire, the service project, the Eagle Scout Court of Honor - The moment a Scout realizes, "I can do this!"

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Story telling through photography and stories inspires other! What's your story?

https://www.instagram.com/p/DY3JEi4Jm26/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==