Council Strip Patch Design Contest The Northern Lights Council is looking to design a new Council Shoulder Patch, and we would like YOU to help. We are looking for an original design that capture the spirit, energy, and excitement of Scouting in our Council. All submissions are welcome from Scouts, Scouters and alumni of Northern […]
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National Jamboree 2023
National Jamboree 2023 Announced Join us for the Scouting adventure of a lifetime! On September 29th the Boy Scouts of America announced that the next National Scout Jamboree will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia July 19-28, 2023. More than just a gathering of Scouts, the Jamboree will provide High Adventure […]
Spring Recruitment for Troops
New Scout BSA Recruitment plans announced We are excited to announce some great new resources and a fun incentive for all troops to work on growing their troop with a recruitment event for 5th and 6th graders! New in 2022: Troops that conduct confirmed spring recruitment by submitting a completed plan (the last page of […]
Scouting for Food
Scouting for Food 2022 Scouting for Food is the largest community service food drive in our area involving Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturers and Explorers. Your unit should participate in the Council’s Scouting for Food community service project and let your local area know about this service project to help your local community food banks. Let’s […]
World Scout Jamboree
2023 World Scout Jamboree The next World Scout Jamboree is August 1 to August 12, 2023 in Saemangeum, South Korea! To learn more and to apply to go or be staff visit https://wsj2023.us/ What is a World Scout Jamboree? The World Scout Jamboree is above all an educational event that brings together the world’s young […]
Report to State Nominations
Report to State and Governor Each year the Northern Lights Council makes a report on the status of Scouting to the Governor of North Dakota. This event, sponsored by the Bismarck Rotary Club, will be held in Bismarck. This has been moved and confirmed for Wednesday, March 9th. This is very special as it will […]
Charter Renewal
The Boy Scouts of America offers an online charter renewal process for units. Recently, this process was moved to improve systems and increase speed and efficiency in processes. Details and helps can all be found at: https://nlcbsa.org/charter/
BSA Membership Fee Increase
BSA Membership Fee Increase 6/4/21 Details & FAQ from Scouting Wire 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. Scouting continues to be a vital partner for communities across the country. The value of Scouting is […]