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» Vision Statement
We engage youths and families in fun, meaningful activities which develop character, leadership, and decision making skills. We inspire Portage County youth to become responsible adults who make a positive difference in their communities.
» Communites Who Benefit
We serve the communities of Atwater, Aurora, Brimfield, Edinburg, Kent, Mantua, Randolph, Ravenna, Rootstown, Streetsboro, and Suffield.

Upcoming Events

March 1- April 30- Internet Recharting available-contact Pat at Council for ID #

May 14- Roundtable 7 pm- Kent UCC

May 14- Cub Day Camp Reg. Deadline

May 15-19- Scout-O-Rama

July 13-15- Cub Day Camp at Moose Lake

July 16-18- Webelos Day Camp at Moose Lake

 

 

BSA rolls out a new Annual Health
and Medical Record

The BSA now has one health form that will cover both
 youth and adult members.

  • The new form will be phased in during 2009 and
    become mandatory in 2010.
  • Anyone needing to fill out a new health form
    this year should use the new form.
  • Everyone must fill out every year. 
  •  All participants should fill out Parts A and C for any event.
  •  Part B (the physical examination) should be completed
    for events over 72 hours.
  •  Part B is also required for participation in a resident camp
    setting or when the nature of the activity is strenuous 
  •  It is important to note that the height/weight chart
     found at the bottom of Part B is followed for certain activities
  •  It is to be completed and signed by a certified
    and licensed health-care provider—physician (MD, DO)
     nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant.
  • Can be found on our  c o u n c i l  w e b s i t e
    (www.gtcbsa .org—click on Resources).
  • A copy has also been placed in your saddlebags.

Webelos to Scout Transition

Learn how to keep your boys excited
about scouting and involved with
your area troop

PDF presentation download

Check out this video by Scouts that explains the meaning of the Scout Law

Might be great to share with your troop !

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Venture Crews 

Boy Scouts

Cub Scouts

Popcorn Info

 

     FYI - Council News

  • New scouts who have registered after May,2008 can earn the right to wear a special patch available at the GTC shop if they earn their First Class rank within their first year in scouting.
  • There is a new online resource of Boy Scouts working on their Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class ranks. Check it out today! 
Where the Sun Shines First in the Great Trail Council

Attention Adult Scouters

It's not too late to register for Woodbadge Training! Register by April 30 and save $$
Woodbadge will be held this summer at Camp Butler from Aug.10-16
 

WHAT IS WOOD BADGE?

Using the latest materials and the best techniques available, Wood Badge has become the most advanced leadership training course in Scouting. In this course,you will utilize practical exercises to learn the essential skills of leadership, management and team building in a fun filled lecture practice environment. The skills taught are applicable to every leader and provide a common foundation for Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Venture programs.  DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION WITH MORE INFO HERE

 



 



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