The Silver Beaver Award was introduced in 1931 and is the most significant, council level distinguished service award for adults in the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award… Read More
2023 Discounted Hersheypark Tickets Hersheypark opens April 1! Help the Pennsylvania Dutch Council earn fundraising money when you purchase Hersheypark tickets. Ticket must be purchased by March 31 so hurry and order now using this… Read More
Join Our 2023 Summer Camp Staff Serving as a member of the Summer Camp Staff at either Bashore Scout Reservation or Camp Mack is one of the most rewarding experiences… Read More
The Pennsylvania Dutch Council Adopt-A-Site program has been updated and there are several important changes. Units can adopt a campsite, building, or trail at Camps Mack or Bashore and in… Read More
The Boy Scouts of America has announced Citizenship in Society as its newest Merit Badge. It will become an Eagle required Merit Badge on July 1, 2022. More information about… Read More
June 4, 2021 Over the last year, we have seen the Scouting community come together, even while being physically apart, to bring solutions, relief and comfort to those in need…. Read More
Beginning June 1st, the Council Service Center hours are changing for the Scout Shop and Office. The Council Service Center will be open Monday through Friday from 10:30 AM to… Read More
April 20th, 2021 Dear Pennsylvania Dutch Council Volunteer, Over the last three weeks members of the board have visited each of our three districts to discuss the potential of a… Read More
The BSA and state of Pennsylvania have put together guidelines pertaining to COVID-19. These guidelines need to be followed while participating in Scouting activities. Here is a list of resources:… Read More
The Pennsylvania Dutch Council is excited to welcome our Scouts back to Camp Mack and Bashore Scout Reservation. We have reopened our camps to short term camping. Units can make… Read More
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