Seven Bridges District - Susquehanna Council

06/20/2026

🌲📡 Join the Fun at ARRL Field Day 2026! 📡🌲
The Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club invites YOU to experience one of the most exciting hands-on STEM and outdoor events of the year!
🗓 June 27 (2 PM) – June 28 (5 PM)
📍 Shikellamy State Park – Overlook Section (Pavilion #5, Cliffside)
👉 Talk with people around the world on a real radio
👉 Try your hand at finding a hidden transmitter in the park
👉 See how amateur radio supports emergency communications
👉 Great for families, youth, and curious minds of all ages!
Whether you're new to ham radio or a seasoned operator, Field Day is a mix of campout, community, technology, and FUN.
✅ Free to attend
✅ Open to the public
✅ Youth-friendly activities included
Come be part of the most popular on-the-air operating event in amateur radio!
🔗 Learn more: www.arrl.org/FieldDay

06/17/2026

Popcorn & Fire Blanket Launch
📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
📍 Council Service Center
💻 OR Join Virtually via Microsoft Teams
(Email Reuben at [email protected] for your invitation and link)

DOUBLE THE OPPORTUNITY — DOUBLE THE IMPACT!🚀
This year, we’re launching:
Trail’s End Popcorn Sale🍿
NEW Fire Blanket Fundraiser🔥

More ways to fund your program and empower your Scouts!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN🎯
✅ 2026 Popcorn Sale updates, timelines & incentives
✅ Strategies to maximize your unit’s success
✅ How the NEW Fire Blanket fundraiser works
✅ Tips & tools to boost participation and revenue
✅ Resources to support your unit every step of the way

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?👥
At least one leader from every unit:

Committee Chair
Cubmaster / Scoutmaster
Popcorn Kernel / Fundraising Chair
SET YOUR UNIT UP FOR SUCCESS💡
Don’t miss this opportunity to:
✔ Fully fund your Scouting program
✔ Build excitement for the year ahead
✔ Give Scouts meaningful, goal-driven experiences

Thank You!🙌
Thank you for everything you do to support Scouting in the Susquehanna Council.
We can’t wait to kick off an outstanding 2026 fundraising season with you!

06/16/2026

📡🎉 Get ready for a day of discovery, connection, and FUN! 🎉📡
Join the Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club for ARRL Kid’s Day 2026—a hands-on opportunity for youth ages 4–18 to experience the exciting world of amateur radio!
🗓 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Eastern)
📍 STEAM Innovation Labs – Sunbury, PA
Kids will have the chance to:
✅ Get on the air with real ham radio stations
✅ Learn Morse code & how antennas work
✅ Explore S.T.E.A.M. activities
✅ Make contacts around the world 🌎
✅ Meet local amateur radio operators
✅ Try out hands-on tech and computers
⚠️ Spots are limited! Be sure to reserve your time slot by contacting Darren Rhoads at (973) 259-6948.
Whether your child is curious about science, technology, or just wants to try something new—this is an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss!
👉 Follow us for updates and more events!

06/09/2026

The Selinsgrove Regional Engagement Center is a great asset to the Selinsgrove community! Some of our Scouts utilize their drop-in summer programs and after school programs. Please consider supporting them and one way you can do so is with the Rubber Duck Derby.

Gentle-ducks, start your engines! Join the Selinsgrove REC for a fun-filled afternoon of family activities, carnival games, and speed racing for a great cause. Watch your rubber ducks zoom down our bathtub roller coaster for honor and glory.... and prizes! Buy ducks online in advance to be eligible....

06/07/2026

Seven Bridges Connections, The Seven Bridges District monthly newsletter is now available!
A new Aviation Exploring Post, Roundtable report and virtual roundtable summer opportunity, Fall Camporee Leaders meeting info, Twilight Camp, Flags Across America, Training opportunities, and a lot more!

See the full newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/scouting/seven-bridges-connections-10609446-tgperuz37s-rnj75a6cgb-op4sddp15u-10613592

05/26/2026

BSA Troop 419 Selinsgrove spent the day honoring brave veterans and celebrating our community by participating in the Selinsgrove and Freeburg Memorial Day parades. Thanks for your participation and service!

05/15/2026

Have you considered taking Wood Badge?

Now's your chance!

Wood Badge is the ultimate leadership training program for adult leaders in Scouting America.

Leaders from all Scouting America programs (Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, Council, District, and Youth over 18) are invited to attend.

The training dates and locations are as follows:

Aug. 14-16, 2026 (3 Full Days – 8 a.m. Friday to 5 p.m. Sunday) at Camp Karoondinha
Patrol Meeting between weekends online
Aug. 22-23, 2026 (2 Full Days – 8 a.m. Saturday to 5 p.m. Sunday) at Camp Karoondinha

For additional information and to register, you can visit: https://scoutingevent.com/533-2026_Wood_Badge.

America Susquehanna Council

05/12/2026

Want to get more involved at the district level?

Consider attending this month's district committee meeting on Thursday, May 14th.

The meeting will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church in Northumberland from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.

We hope to see you there!

05/07/2026

Seven Bridges Connections - Seven Bridges District Newsletter
Save the date for Twilight Camp, Wilderness First Aid successful class, Troop 520 providing service on Penns Creek, new Roundtable location for May, Popcorn and Fire blanket fundraisers, and a whole lot more!
https://mailchi.mp/scouting/seven-bridges-connections-10609446-tgperuz37s-rnj75a6cgb-op4sddp15u-10612941