Camping

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 at 11,376, we have experienced an ongoing decline, ending 2023 with 5,455 youth members.  With...

As the warm weather approaches, anticipation for summer camp reaches its peak among Scouts and their families. But before embarking on this exciting adventure, it’s essential to have all the necessary information and resources at your fingertips. That’s where our Summer Camp Resources page comes in! What Is Included on the Resource Page? Program and...

It’s time to get our camps ready for another fantastic summer camping season! We are looking for workers of all skill levels to help with a variety of projects at both of our council camps on the following days: Hidden Valley Scout Reservation – Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 8AM – 4PM Camp Tuckahoe –...

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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: Check-In – 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Ranges Open – 9:00 AM
Lunch – 12:30...

Camp Tuckahoe Memorial Mall Ceremony Join us on Sunday, August 18th, at 4 PM for the annual Memorial Mall Ceremony at Camp Tuckahoe. This time-honored tradition pays tribute to the legacy of Scouts and Scouters who have passed away, leaving an indelible mark on our council’s history. As we gather for this year’s ceremony, let...

  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 three fishing and angling training to help units “be prepared” for an awesome fishing...

In 2024, our council will host a Tiger Cub Camp for Parents and Tiger Scouts!  This camp is intended for those youth and parents that participated in the Lion Program during the 2022-23 school year and will be Tiger Cubs this fall. This camping adventure will be offered on July 20-21, 2024, at Hidden Valley...

  A new timbering project is now underway at Hidden Valley to remove tall, dangerous old-growth trees from campsites.  Having been planted in the 60’s many of the trees have reached full maturity. As the trees mature the tops of the trees break off or drop branches posing a risk to campers.  Over the past...