Rivers Edge District, Cascade Pacific Council

10/29/2026

🦅 New Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook Now Available!

Scouts BSA has released the October 2026 edition of the Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook. It’s shorter, easier to use, and focused on what Scouts need to do to complete their project.

What’s new:

✅ Same five parts: Information for Beneficiaries, Project Proposal, Fundraising Application, Project Plan, and Project Report
✅ Fewer pages: The Scout’s portion is now 22 pages, down from 32 in the 2023 edition
✅ Project plan required: Scouts must use the workbook’s project plan
✅ Firm report deadline: The project report must be completed, signed, and dated before the Scout’s 18th birthday
✅ Better PDF: Fixes several Adobe PDF problems from the 2023 edition
✅ Stronger guidance: New guidance on safety and Safeguarding Youth

Already started in the 2023 workbook? If your project proposal was fully approved before January 1, 2027, you can finish with that workbook.

Starting January 1, every Scout needs the beneficiary and Scoutmaster to approve the project plan before starting work, regardless of which workbook they use.

Tap "Learn More" on our page to read the full article!

Please share with Scouts working toward Eagle, their parents and guardians, unit leaders, and Eagle project coaches!

10/27/2026

There’s always something new to learn in Scouting! ⚜️ Join us for University of Scouting on November 7, 2026, and choose from more than 80 courses covering a variety of topics for Scouting volunteers. Whether you want to pick up new skills or find fresh ideas for your unit, there’s plenty to explore.

See the course list and register at https://scoutingevent.com/492-2026uofs

10/24/2026

New to ? First of all, WELCOME! 💙

Whether you're a parent learning the ropes or a new leader wondering where to begin, we've got some great resources to make the experience a whole lot easier (and even more fun).

In case you didn't know, our "Welcoming New Cub Scout Families: First 90 Days Guide and Monthly Momentum Rallies" are packed with practical tips, fresh ideas and simple ways to help families feel connected, confident and right at home in their new pack.

And the best part? You can get started right now online!

🏕️ Explore the First 90 Days Guide and catch up on the first two online rallies: https://ow.ly/Su7V5100jeK.

📅 Join us Wednesday, November 11, at 7 p.m. CST for the next Monthly Momentum Rally!

Register here: https://ow.ly/LQaV5100jeJ.

We get it - when parents and leaders feel supported, Cub Scouts get more of what they signed up for: family FUN, friendship and adventure! We're here to help you get the most out of your experience.

10/14/2026

CPC University of Scouting registration is now live! Join us on November 7th, 2026 for 80+ unique courses like ⚜️ Cub Scout Songs, Skits, and Calls - Yes, You Can! Presented by National Cub
Scout Chair, Kate Benson!

Learn new skills, share ideas, and connect with fellow Scouting volunteers to make your unit’s program even better!

Register today @ https://scoutingevent.com/492-2026uofs

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

Our very own Troops 799 & 797 were featured on the Scouting America page!! Great job! This is the way we recruit for all of Scouting!

On September 18, eight Scouts and three adult leaders from Scouts BSA Troops 797 and 799 partnered with the City of Tigard Parks and Recreation Department to host a hands-on evening at Dirksen Nature Park in Tigard, Oregon.

Fifteen children, ages 6 to 11, learned how to safely approach a campfire, roast marshmallows and hot dogs, flip their own pancakes on a griddle, and make hot chocolate. The finale was a Dutch oven activity where each child coated a piece of dough in cinnamon sugar and watched it bake into golden pull-apart rolls as dusk settled in.

This is how you let families know Scouting is an option in your community - go where they are and show them.

Instead of just telling kids and parents about Scouting, these Scouts put a spatula in a child’s hand and let them experience it. Tigard Troops 797 and 799 do this year-round, supporting community events like the El Tigre Festival, Fourth of July festivities, and Veterans Day activities at the Tigard Library.

The link to their story is in the comments.

10/13/2026

10/06/2026

Reminder: Roundtable is this Thursday, October 8th at 7pm (6pm for Commissioners). This month we are meeting at the CPC Office or on Zoom. (Check your inbox for the RED newsletter for the link.) Topics this month are Friends of Scouting, Den Chiefs, and New Member Coordinators.
Come learn some great recruiting methods, ask any questions you may have, and network with other Scouters! See you there!

10/05/2026

Thanks for the shout out and coming to guide those Cubs into Troops, T799/5797!

10/03/2026

Q. "What are some fun one-day events our Pack can offer this fall?"

A. Fall is a perfect time for a Pack adventure! Here are a few ideas that are easy to plan and fun for the whole family:

Pumpkin Patch Adventure – Visit a local pumpkin farm, enjoy a hayride, and finish with a pumpkin-decorating activity.

Fall Family Hike – Pick an easy trail and add a nature scavenger hunt, leaf identification, or outdoor games.

Campfire & S’mores Night – Gather for games, stories, songs, and everyone’s favorite campfire treat.

Cub Scout Skills Day – Set up stations for outdoor skills, games, crafts, knot tying, first aid, and other age-appropriate activities.

Fall Festival or Harvest Day – Organize simple games, races, crafts, and a family potluck.

Community Helpers Day – Invite local firefighters, police officers, EMS, or other community partners to demonstrate what they do.

Nature & Wildlife Day – Partner with a local park or nature center for a hands-on program about wildlife and conservation.

The key is to keep it simple, active, family-friendly, and fun. A great one-day event gives prospective families a chance to experience Scouting without a big commitment.

What one-day fall event has worked well for your Pack? Share your ideas below!