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Camp Dittmer, Boy Scout Camp A fantastic Boy Scout summer camp, operated by Iroquois Trail Council, BSA; located on Lake Remick, a private lake.

Fishing permits available. Chapel available as wedding venue. Contact 585-343-0307 for details.

10/22/2026

During political events, Scouts may participate in things like the presentation of colors and the Pledge of Allegiance. Once a candidate or party is being endorsed, Scouts and Scouters may not participate in uniform.

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

SCOUTS OF NOTE:

Most famous, perhaps, is noted archaeologist Henry “Indiana” Jones, Jr., a Life Scout. I kid, of course, but actor Harrison Ford, who portrayed Indy, actually did achieve this rank. And Steven Spielberg, the director of the first four Indiana Jones films, is an Eagle Scout whose experience with the Photography merit badge inspired him to become a filmmaker. (He later helped launch the Cinematography merit badge at the 1989 National Jamboree.)
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Adventure authors Clive Cussler (Eagle Scout) and Tom Clancy were Scouts, inspiring millions with their tales of adventure and intrigue – and a few Scouting references along the way.

Historian, novelist, and winner of the Pulitzer Prize Wallace Stegner, called “The Dean of Western Writers” during his life, was an Eagle Scout, as was Lewis Sorley, a prominent military historian.

Theatrical titan Stephen Sondheim, Beat Generation poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti, actor Henry Fonda, award-winning architect E. Fay Jones were all Eagle Scouts, as is Emmy-winning television host (and composer of the catchy NBA on NBC theme) John Tesh.

Even just a few years in our programs at a young age can have an impact. Rocker Jon Bon Jovi, dancer Derek Hough, and actors Jack Black, Chris Pratt, and Bruce Willis talk about their great experience in Scouting, too. Even from this small sample, it’s so clear that Scouts do well in any variety of career fields. And our merit badge program is designed to provide a broad introduction to hobbies and vocations, including music, art, sculpture, architecture, theater, scholarship, and reading.

Regardless of a young person’s interests, there is a place for them in Scouting and Scouting will help prepare them for success. If there’s a young person in your life who you think would benefit from Scouting, please invite them and their parents to visit BeAScout.org and find a unit that works for them.

10/17/2026

A Scouting thought for the weekend.

Growth doesn’t always happen when things are easy or comfortable. Sometimes the experiences that challenge us the most are the ones that teach us what we’re capable of.

Have a great weekend, Scouts!

10/08/2026

This video is about Camp Dittmer

10/05/2026

I did not notice the ridiculous amount of misspelled words in the original post.

09/11/2026

For 25 years, Scouts have continued to honor September 11 through remembrance and service. Helping other people isn’t just something Scouts do. It’s part of who we are.

On the eve of 9/11, we challenge all - past and present - to serve in honor of the fallen heroes: https://ow.ly/Qs2v50ZMpBu.

07/31/2026

Norman Rockwell's A Scout is Friendly, 1943 | Painted for Free | M....

06/17/2026

Eagle Scouts positively impact their communities and lead civic projects at higher rates than non-Scouts, according to the results of this research.

06/13/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀: 𝗘𝗮𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿.🦅
A Harris Poll study of 3,178 adults found Eagle Scouts are significantly more likely to feel daily joy (86%), gratitude (84%) and purpose (78%) than non-Scouts. They're also far less likely to feel lonely. If your Scout is working toward Eagle, this is worth printing out and putting on the fridge.

🔗𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

Photo: Kent Hogan

Address

2228 Toll Road
Phelps, NY
14532

Telephone

+15853430307

Website

http://www.itcbsa.org/

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