This Is How Your Scouts Can Get a Summer of Service Patch While Helping the Community As we have throughout our history, Scouting families are answering the call to work together in service of the greater good. READ MORE
All, In case you missed the announcement at the Talakto District Program Preview Conference (PPC) on Thursday, I’m the new Talakto District Popcorn Kernel. Please see the link below for some general info on the 2021 Fall Popcorn Fundraiser. I’ll be sending … Read More
Unit leaders, Thanks for all who showed up at the annual Program Preview Conference (PPC) last Thursday at the First United Methodist Church. Hopefully, you received a lot of great information to all you to effectively plan your program through next … Read More
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expanded the definition of “essential workers” to incorporate out-of-school time workers, including camp “staff.” To support that move, the CDC recently made changes to their website to explicitly list camp staff in … Read More
Who doesn’t love a glowing campfire at the end of the day? However, to make sure it won’t be your tent that burns, let’s look at some good fire safety practices:>> Use established fire ringsBe aware of current weather conditions … Read More
Talakto District and the Greater Alabama Council are preparing for another great Cub Scout Day Camp this summer. The theme is “Weird Science”. The camp is during June 14-18 at the National Speleological Society Park in Huntsville. We need adults … Read More
Held every spring, Cub Adventure Weekend is a Cub Scout family camping experience held at beautiful Camp Comer. Fun & exciting activities for all Cub Scouts, as well as the entire family! Cub Adventure Weekend is a highlight of the Cub … Read More
The Scouting adventure, camping trips, high-adventure excursions, and having fun are important to everyone in Scouting—and so is your safety and well-being. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record is the first step in making sure you have a great … Read More
Over the decades, the Boy Scouts of America has been a leader in developing training and policies designed to keep young people safe. Over time, these policies have become standard with organizations across the nation. True youth protection can be … Read More
The CDC has produced a series of fact sheets for young adults, ages 15-21. The fact sheets cover a variety of topics, including what test results mean, how to stay safe at the pool or beach, how to wear a … Read More
