A BIG Scouting thank you to Matt Culbertson and the many volunteers who hosted this year’s Carlisle Merit Badge College at St. Patrick’s in Carlisle. Hundreds of Boy Scouts from not only Adventure District, but throughout the New Birth of Freedom Council, even other councils, attended. Whether they came away with a completed blue card, or a partial, with some work to do, every one of those Scouts left with something.

The merit badge program as several goals embedded in it. These include exploration of careers and hobbies, personal responsibility, and interaction with adults. The two Saturdays of this very successful program provided that and much more.

Be sure to keep an eye out for next year’s dates, and register as soon as you can. Traditionally spots fill up very quickly. If you have suggestions for badges to be offered next year, or would like to volunteer, please contact Matt Culbertson at mattculbertson@comcast.net.