Year: 2025

Council Service Center and Scout Shop Good Friday and Easter Weekend Hours

The Mechanicsburg Service Center and the Scout Shop will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday.
 
The Mechanicsburg Scout Shop will be open on Saturday, April 19, for their regular business hours.
 
Thank you.
Learn More

Watch the April 3, 2025 Council-Wide Roundtable

To view the time stamps, you can hover your mouse over the progress bar of the video.

Learn More

Important Reminder: Digital Submission of Applications

For those wishing to send in digital copies of applications, please use the emailmeform linked within the button below.
This form allows you to securely submit applications that are needed for processing. While applications can still be mailed, I kindly

Learn More

Exciting Changes Ahead: Our New Council Service Center at Camp Tuckahoe

To the New Birth of Freedom Council Scouting Family,

I’m excited to share that the final phase is underway for our soon-to-be-completed new council service center at Camp Tuckahoe! This project marks a significant milestone for our Scouting community –

Learn More

We’re Getting Ready for Our Move to Camp Tuckahoe!

We are excited to announce our relocation plans for moving to our new service center at Camp Tuckahoe. As part of this transition, our Mechanicsburg Service Center and Scout Shop will close in mid-May to prepare for the move.

  • Last
Learn More

Learn About Group Camping on the Appalachian Trail

Planning a group camping trip along the Appalachian Trail (A.T.)? Here’s what you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

1) Familiarize Yourself with ATC Guidelines for Group Camping

A camping group can consist of

Learn More

Shadows of 1864 Camporee – Wooden Replica Springfield Rifles Are Essential

In preparation for the upcoming “Shadows of 1864” event, it is essential for each participant to have a wooden replica Springfield rifle. This item is a central part of the event and a symbol of the soldier’s responsibility during the

Learn More

Resources Available for Scouts with Special Needs

Learn More

Join Us for the First-Ever Cub Scout Carnival at Camp Tuckahoe!

We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new event to our Cub Scout calendar this spring—an exciting day of adventure, fun, and carnival entertainment at Camp Tuckahoe! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 9 AM to 4 PM

Learn More

Busy Days at Our New Service Center; Mechanicsburg Office Sold

Installation of ductwork in the office area

The historic dining hall at Camp Tuckahoe is a bustling and noisy place these days, as the building is rapidly being transformed into our new service center.

While the initial stages of the

Learn More