Author: New Birth of Freedom Council, BSA

Family Troop Option Available Starting December 15, 2025

In response to a growing need among Scouting families, the National Executive Board has approved a new family troop option for Scouts BSA, following a successful pilot program. This option will be available beginning December 15, 2025.

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Join Us for the 2026 University of Scouting

Join us for the University of Scouting on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, at Lower Dauphin Middle School in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. Hosted by the New Birth of Freedom Council, it is open to all Scouters,

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Scout Executive’s Blog – Exciting Improvements Coming to Tuckahoe’s Pool Showers

Current youth showers at Camp Tuckahoe.
Current youth showers at Camp Tuckahoe.

Big things are happening at Camp Tuckahoe! Our council is renovating the pool shower building, with plans to have the new facility ready for campers to enjoy in time for the 2026 summer camp

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2025 Hidden Valley Scout Reservation Hunting Permits

The online Hunting Permit Application will be open from October 27 to November 7, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified via email by November 12, and a total of 30 permits will be issued.

Hidden Valley Scout Reservation will be …

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Act Now to Lock In 2025 Pricing for Next Year’s Summer Camp Programs at Camp Tuckahoe

Summer camp is the highlight of every Scout’s year, and planning ahead makes the experience even better! 

In 2026, Camp Tuckahoe will once again welcome Scouts for a wide variety of resident camp experiences:

  • Cub Scout Resident Camp (June 19–21)
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Family Fun Awaits at Camp Tuckahoe’s Halloween Day – October 25

Camp Tuckahoe’s Halloween Day is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome Scouts and their families for a fun-filled, spooky adventure on October 25! This Halloween-themed event will be packed with exciting activities, games, crafts, and

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Honoring the Service and Sacrifice of Fallen Officers

To the New Birth of Freedom Council Scouting Family:

It is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to Detective Mark Baker of the Northern York County Regional Police Department. Mark was lost in a line-of-duty incident on Wednesday. For

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New Council Service Center Rededication Held September 10

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Registration Update for Shadows of 1864 Council-Wide Camporee

Excitement is building for the Shadows of 1864 Council-Wide Camporee, and our registration procedures are being adjusted to allow new Scouts joining in August and September to participate in this once-in-a-lifetime event.

  • Early Registration (through September 5, 2025) – Full-weekend
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NRA Range Safety Officer Training Available on September 14

Date & Time: Sunday, September 14, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Hidden Valley Scout Reservation, 268 Hidden Valley Road, Loysville, PA 17047

Cost: $10 per participant
Class Size: Limited to 16 participants
Eligibility: Must be at least

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