New Birth of Freedom Council, BSA Website for the New Birth of Freedom Council, BSA

Update: Preserving Programs and Traditions While Conveying Land

The Council's Executive Board has unanimously approved a sales agreement to sell Wizard Ranch to the Lancaster County Conservancy that would preserve the land in perpetuity while still affording Scouts the opportunity to continue Safaris and camping on the property.
Welcoming Young Women to Cub Scouts - Early Adopter Program

Packs and chartered organizations are invited to welcome young women into Cub Scouting as part of the Early Adopter opportunity. Packs interested in being part of the soft launch must apply no later than March 15 to be included.
Ever Want To Fly Like Superman?

Starting this summer at Camp Tuckahoe, Boy Scouts of all ages will be able to experience the rush of flying head first down a nearly 700’ long zip line spanning Memory Lake.
Summer Camp Adventures Await

Outstanding summer camp programs are available for Scouts of all ages at Hidden Valley Scout Reservation and Camp Tuckahoe. Find out more ...
Gettysburg Heritage Trails Program

Learn how the three days of the Battle of Gettysburg altered the course of the Civil War and our nation's future.
Strategic Planning and Council Properties

Planning process to determine needs, priorities, direction and perhaps most importantly, a vision as to where our camping program should be.
Background Check Clearances

Find answers here to Frequently Asked Questions that will help you complete the process with ease.
We Are Succeeding. Scouting Works.

Check out the study that proves that Scouting has a measurable, positive impact in character development.

News

Camping

Shooting Sports Training

April 11, 2018

Welcome to the Shooting Sports Information Page. Here you will find updates & information regarding Scouting shooting sports. Watch this page for information regarding Scout related: merit badges, events, safety, training, & opportunities In Scouting events and activities, the BSA’s primary consideration is the safety of its youth and adult ...
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Now Hiring for Summer Camp Staff!

March 25, 2018
2018 Spring Fling Color Splash Hike!

March 10, 2018
Ever Want to Fly Like Superman?

January 18, 2018
Tiger Cub Camp – June 21-22, 2018 at Hidden Valley

January 17, 2018
Apply Now For The 2019 World Scout Jamboree

December 13, 2017
Strategic Planning and Council Properties

August 18, 2017
Sign up for Philmont Trek 2019

August 10, 2017
Year-Round Camping Reservations

May 15, 2017
Check out our Online Store for NBOF Merchandise!

May 8, 2017
REMINDER: Adults Attending NBOF Camps Need Background Clearances

April 6, 2017

Events

York Revolution Scout Nights Coming June 29 and August 3

March 26, 2018

The York Revolution’s annual Boy Scout Night sleepovers are officially on the schedule! Save the date for June 29 and August 3, when Scouts have the opportunity to camp overnight in the outfield. Game time is 6:30 PM, with the gates opening at 5:30 PM. Warm up with a pre-game ...
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Harrisburg Senators Scout Night Sleepover – June 30

March 26, 2018

Fundraising

Southern York County Friends of Scouting Breakfast

May 5, 2018

The Southern York County Friends of Scouting Breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, June 28, 2018. Registration starts at 7:00 AM and the program starts at 7:30 AM. The event will take place at the Great American Saloon, located at 20 Dairyland Sq. in Red Lion, Pennsylvania. The Keynote ...
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2018 Harrisburg Good Scout Award Luncheon

April 26, 2018
Rutter’s Vote With Your Dollars program

April 2, 2018
Boy Scout Golf Classic

March 4, 2018
Sporting Clays Shoot

March 3, 2018
Friends of Scouting Video

February 2, 2018
2018 Friends of Scouting Campaign

January 6, 2018
Donate to Scouting

December 8, 2017
James E. West Fellowship Award

October 13, 2017

Training News

2018 National Youth Leadership Course Registration Closed

May 1, 2018

The 2018 National Youth Leadership Course Registration is now closed due to the course being full. Anyone that missed the cutoff for this years course can still submit an application to be placed on a wait list. Please email any applications to NYLT Staff Advisor John Blasius at john.blasius@scouting.org. If ...
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Shooting Sports Training

April 11, 2018
How to Access Online Training

April 11, 2018
Adult Leader Training Opportunities

April 11, 2018
2018 National Youth Leadership Training

April 11, 2018
Every Scouter Must Complete Updated Youth Protection Training By October 1, 2018

March 16, 2018
Boy Scout Leaders Can Now Get Trained Anywhere At Any Time

March 30, 2017

Family Scouting

BSA Unveils Name of Program for Older Boys and Girls, Launches “Scout Me In” Campaign

May 2, 2018

The wait is over, and we now know what we’ll call the program for 11- to 17-year-old youth when girls can begin joining during the scheduled launch on Feb. 1, 2019. Let’s hear it for Scouts BSA! Boys and girls who are part of Scouts BSA will be known as Scouts. Just ...
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Welcoming Young Women to Cub Scouts

January 23, 2018
BSA Chief answers questions about welcoming girls into BSA programs

November 28, 2017
Our Commitment to Our Values As We Make Scouting Accessible to Families

October 23, 2017
Top 6 Things to Know About Inviting Girls To The BSA

October 19, 2017

Scout Executive's Blog

Rutter’s Vote With Your Dollars program

April 2, 2018

The New Birth of Freedom Council has been selected as one of the finalists in the Rutter’s Vote With Your Dollars program. Between April 1, 2018 and October 31, 2018 we will be competing to receive a $25,000 donation from Rutter’s to help fund our new 700’ zip-line spanning Memory Lake and a ...
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Preventing Bullying in Scouting Is Everyone’s Job

October 27, 2017
New Tools Coming for Camp and Event Management

October 19, 2016
Looking for Lots of Lion Scouts!

July 13, 2016
Remembering Louis J. Appell, Jr. – A Friend of Scouting

June 28, 2016