Category: News

Council Service Center and Scout Shop Closed June 19

The Service Center and Scout Shop will be closed on Thursday, June 19, commemorating the Juneteenth holiday.

Classroom textbooks have taught us that Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863, marked the end of slavery in America. Although this is …

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Remembering James Pannebaker – Former Keystone Area Council President

When former Keystone Area Council President Jim Pannebaker passed away on April 28 at the age of 89, we lost more than a passionate Scouter who strongly believed in the Scouting program.  When I suggested that Jim was akin to

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It’s Time For Us to Move! Tuckahoe Service Center and Scout Shop Opens June 4

To the New Birth of Freedom Council Scouting Family,

Shortly after summer camp ended last August, renovations to the historic dining hall began, transforming it into our new council headquarters.  I’m excited that it’s time for us to move into

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Join Us for Program Launch on June 5 at Camp Tuckahoe

The 2025-26 Scouting year in the New Birth of Freedom Council is shaping up to be an exciting one.  We’re looking forward to debuting our new council service center and Scout Shop at Camp Tuckahoe, as well as our “Shadows

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ICYMI – Watch the April 30th Shadows of 1864 Webinar

If you were unable to participate live in our Shadows of 1864 webinar on April 30, you can watch the recording of the webinar at your convenience at https://vimeo.com/1081471095.

For more information on the Shadows of 1864 council-wide camping

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2025 Silver Beaver Honorees Announced

The New Birth of Freedom Council is thrilled to announce that on Saturday, May 3, we will recognize five new Silver Beaver Award recipients at the Council’s Recognition Reception at Camp Tuckahoe, 400 Tuckahoe Road, Dillsburg, PA 17019.

We look …

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Make Your Plans for Scout Night With the Harrisburg Senators on August 9

The New Birth of Freedom Council and the Harrisburg Senators proudly announce Scout Night 2025.  The annual Scout Night and Sleepover will be held on Saturday, August 9, at FNB Field vs. the Portland Sea Dogs (AA Red Sox).

Game

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Get Ready for the Scout Night Sleepover at the York Revolution on August 8

The York Revolution will host the Lexington Legends for the 2025 Scout Day at WellSpan Park on Friday, August 8, at 6:30 PM.

Discounted ticket prices are available. Post-game movie on the video board and camp out on the field!

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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.
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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

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