Category: Camping

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. 

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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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Apply Now for 2024 Summer Camp Staff

Join the Adventure – Apply for Summer 2024 Staff Positions!

The Camping Department is thrilled to announce that we have commenced the interview process for the upcoming 2024 summer camping season! The New Birth of Freedom Council seeks enthusiastic individuals …

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Tiger Cub Camp – July 27-28, 2024 at Hidden Valley

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 …

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Timber Cutting at Hidden Valley – Volunteers Needed!

 

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

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