Wood Badge is considered the premier leadership training course for Scout Leaders. Wood Badge for the 21st Century is available to registered leaders of all levels of the Scouting program – Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts. It concentrates on providing training on modern leadership skills needed in today’s world for Scout leaders. Wood Badge Training… Continue reading Woodbadge 2025
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Be Prepared as leaders!
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands on practical. BSA’s Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along… Continue reading Be Prepared as leaders!
ScoutPower 2025
Scouting America, Longhouse Council, is thrilled to announce that Mike Tirico, one of the most recognized and respected sportscasters in the nation, will be the keynote speaker for ScoutPower 2025. This premier event will take place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the iconic JMA Wireless Dome at Syracuse University.
Class of 2024 Eagle Dinner NOESA Honorees
Phillip Rubenstein is the president of United Radio, Inc. He is the third generation of Rubensteins to lead United Radio, having assumed the presidency from his father, Arnie, in 2005.
NFL Player and Eagle Scout David Montgomery Talks about his Scouting Experience
Eagle Scout David Montgomery Celebrates Touchdown with the Scout Sign
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery showcased his Scouting roots during Thursday night’s game against the Green Bay Packers, celebrating a touchdown by putting up the Scout Sign. Montgomery is an Eagle Scout and was named an official Scouting Ambassador this October. “While Scouting took me outdoors and helped me discover a lifelong love for… Continue reading Eagle Scout David Montgomery Celebrates Touchdown with the Scout Sign
Giving Tuesday 2024
Coming Soon, on December 3rd! Join us, The Longhouse Council, in support for millions of scouts. Scouting teaches youth to Be Prepared for more than just emergencies and contingency plans, but it also means having the skills, determination, and adaptability to persevere when the initial plan fails and things get tough. The life lessons learned… Continue reading Giving Tuesday 2024
ED23Foundation Turkey Dinner Giveaway
Join the Longhouse Council in supporting The ED23foundation‘s Annual Turkey Dinner Giveaway by providing non-perishable items needed. Donations can be dropped off at the Council Service Center from 9am-5pm daily.
Nine-year-old overcomes anxiety to save mother’s life with skills learned in Cub Scouts
JAMESVILLE, N.Y. — Powering through one of your biggest fears to save the life of the one you love. That’s what one nine-year-old did earlier this June to save the life of his mother during a near-tragic medical emergency. James Everts is a part of Cub Scouts and was honored for overcoming his fear and reacting… Continue reading Nine-year-old overcomes anxiety to save mother’s life with skills learned in Cub Scouts
Council Patch Design Contest
The Longhouse 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 captures the spirit, energy, and excitement of Scouting in our Council. All submissions are welcome from Scouts, Scouters, and alumni of Longhouse Council! You can enter your “design”… Continue reading Council Patch Design Contest