Category: Camping

Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Weekend Coming October 18-20

Troops 173 and 175 will host the annual Wilderness Survival Merit Badge event at Hidden Valley Scout Reservation from October 18 to 20, 2024. This two-night campout will focus on outdoor survival skills and shelter-building. Please register through Tentaroo at

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2024 Hunting Permit Applications Are Now Being Accepted

The online Hunting Permit Application will be open from October 1 to October 25, 2024. Successful applicants will be notified via email by November 1 if they receive one of the 30 permits that will be issued.

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Join Us for Halloween Day – October 26

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 26! This Halloween-themed event will be packed with exciting activities, games, crafts, and

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Webinar Regarding Decision to Discontinue HVSR Summer Camp Programs

Council Executive Board leadership will host a webinar on Monday, June 24, at 7 PM to discuss the Executive Board’s recent decision to discontinue summer camp programs at Hidden Valley following the 2024 summer season. 

The webinar is open to …

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Upcoming Fishing and Angling Events

There are lots of fishing opportunities for Scouts of all ages in the Scouting program. To help make sure these experiences are educational, fun, and rewarding, it is critical to have well-trained leaders. The New Birth of Freedom Council offers …

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Hidden Valley to Cease Summer Resident Camp Following 2024 Season

To the New Birth of Freedom Scouting Family,

The past several years have been challenging, as Scouting in south-central Pennsylvania continues struggling to recover from youth membership decline during the COVID pandemic.

Since 2012, when the council’s youth membership peaked …

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Scouts BSA and Venture Field Sports Day

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Location: Hidden Valley Scout Reservation: 268 Hidden Valley Rd, Loysville, PA 17047
  • Cost: $55 per person (includes food, ammo, and awards), $15 meal ticket only

Event Schedule:

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2024 Wilderness First Aid Training

We are excited to announce an upcoming Wilderness First Aid Training at Camp Tuckahoe! This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies in remote and wilderness settings.

Course Details:

  • Prerequisite:

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