- Message from Scout Executive
- Silver Beaver Nominations
- Camping Director Message
- Camp Mitigwa - New for Scouts BSA
- Camp Akela-News for Cub Scouts
- Upcoming Events
- Order of the Arrow
- High Adventure
- Training
- Unit Resources - Recharter & Safety
- NESA
- Eagle Nest
- Scout Shop - Giving Tree Nominations, Sales, & MORE
- Maytag Scout Center
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The Mitigwa Scout Reservation Pool and Fees Update
Please watch the attached message from Scout Executive Matt Hill for an update on the Mitigwa Pool and Camp Fees for 2024.
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Through the efforts of our facilities volunteers and professional staff we have worked with area experts to identify the problems with the pool and come up with a plan so that the Mitigwa Pool will be operational for camp this summer.
The Mitigwa Scout Reservation Team has planning well underway for Summer 2024 at Camp Akela and Camp Mitigwa. There is a summer of adventure, service, and fun awaiting you and your Scouts. You can find details of fees for this summer in the Camp Highlights below.
Matt Hill
Executive/CEO
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Established in 1931, the Silver Beaver Award is the highest award presented by the Boy Scouts of America, to council, district or unit volunteers for distinguished service to youth. Since then, of the thousands of volunteers who have served central Iowa youth, only 637 have received the Silver Beaver.
The Silver Beaver is given to those who implement the Scouting program and live its values through community service over many years. It is given to those who do not actively seek it.
Any adult may submit a nomination to recognize another leader with the Silver Beaver Award. You are welcome and encouraged to submit a nomination for a Scouting leader whom you feel deserves to be considered. Please keep in mind that your nominee will be considered solely on the information that you provide. Therefore, present your nominee's accomplishments in a clear and concise manner. Please do not inform the individual of the nomination that you are submitting.
The nomination deadline is November 15. Nominations must be submitted on an annual basis. Nominations not selected are returned to the person submitting the application so that they can be updated and resubmitted the following year.
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Acknowledging the good you already have in your
life is the foundation for all abundance.
~Eckhart Tolle
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One of my favorite Norman Rockwell paintings is “Freedom from Want”. I am sure that you have seen it, a family sitting at the Thanksgiving table, and a motherly figure holding a giant turkey, presenting it to the family. It inspires the feeling of warmth of family, and the abundance that life in America used to mean. For me it is a reminder to be grateful for all that I have in life, whatever it may be.
Being at camp full time is a job that I never thought I would have. Every day that I get to come to work and serve the Scouts and Scouters that utilize our facilities I count as a blessing. Another blessing that I count is the leadership provided to our Units. Every weekend I see units pull into camp, and the promise of Scouting springs to life because volunteers choose to share of themselves. We belong to a wonderful organization that allows us to share our gifts and talents with the next generation. I also count the Scouts as a gift and give thanks for them each day. In this day and age when it would be so very easy to stay at home and play video games, or stream movies all day, I am grateful to see the Scouts that choose to attend weekly meetings, work on advancements and come to camp. I remind myself each day that to serve others is the best way to have gratitude for the gifts and talents that I have.
As we close out this year, and look forward to 2024, may we all remember to be Grateful for who and what we have in our lives. May we remember, though they may not show it immediately, those we serve will be grateful. Finally, I want to give thanks to the many volunteers that help maintain camp, work with our Scouts, and demonstrate that to give of ourselves is the best way to show gratitude for what we have. I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving.
Scott Robinson
Camping Director
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Reserve your spot today for summer camp at Mitigwa Scout Reservation. There is something for everyone at summer camp this summer as we head back to Basics with Scouting 101. |
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Scouts BSA Camp Mitigwa
5 Sessions beginning Sunday, June 16, 2024
Scout Fees - $375
Adult Fee - $175
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Open for Troops and individuals to register. Adult leadership is provided by camp. Have fun learning about winter camping and activities at this 3 day camp. Don't miss out! Registration is limited! |
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Come experience the "Magical, Mystical World of Cub Scouts. Your Cub Scouts, Webelos, and Arrow of Light campers have a world of fun awaiting for them this summer at Camp Akela. Registration opens in November. |
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Cub Scouts Camp Akela
Cub Adventure
5 Sessions beginning Sunday, June 16,2024
Scout & Adult Fee - $120
Webelos Adventure
5 Sessions beginning Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Scout & Adult Fee - $240
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As we celebrate our 100th Anniversary of the first Scout Camp at Mitigwa, we should all be proud of the impact of Scouting on the lives of Iowa’s young people. Build your legacy by making a gift to the Mitigwa Legacy Campaign to secure the next 100 years of Scouting on the “Hills above the River." |
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Round Tables
Twin Rivers November 9th at 6:30 pm
Maytag Scout Center or virtually
Prairie Winds November 14th at 7:00 pm
City Church in Ames or virtually
Woodland Trails November 9th at 6:30
Peace Lutheran Church - Pella
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November 18th
November 18th
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November 18th
December 27-29
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JAMBO on the air highlights |
We had a great time at Jambo on the Air! 92 Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA youth participated in learning more about Ham Radios and emergency communication. Our Scouts were able to communicate with Scouts in multiple states around the US and Canada. Morse Code Battleship was a fun game played by the Scouts. |
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Please pay your 2023 dues so that you can be involved in our upcoming activities and receive all of our communications
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Newsletters and details on upcoming events can be found at
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The Mid-Iowa Council Philmont Treks
2024
We plan to include over 50 Scouts and Adult Advisors in our 2024 Expedition.
We will organize those participants into five crews of 10-12 Scouts. Each crew will make their own choice of 35 available itineraries.
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Philmont Scout Ranch, the Boy Scouts of America’s premier High Adventure™ base, challenges Scouts and Venturers with more than 214 square miles of rugged northern New Mexico wilderness. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime in the rugged mountain wilderness in the Sangre de Cristo Range of the Rockies in northeastern New Mexico. This opportunity is open to individual Scouts or unit crews.
For additional information or to sign up contact:
Chuck Jordal
(515)279-8746
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Be the BEST leader you can! Get Trained
Check out training opportunities below
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We need staff for NYLT 2024
College Credit Available
Attend NYLT Leadership Academy Summer 2024 to train for our staff
Scholarships are available to attend
This program can not happen without trainers
Youth and Adults Needed!
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2024 Recharter
Recharting is open and ready for units to start. Each unit Key 3 received an email on October 12th from the Mid-Iowa Council with instructions on HOW and WHO can complete the Recharter for your Pack, Troop, Crew, or Ship.
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Guide to Safe Scouting
All participants in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals, and be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Boy Scouts of America practices, policies, and guidelines. The Guide to Safe Scouting is an overview of Scouting policies and procedures gleaned from a variety of sources. For some items, the policy statements are complete. Unit leaders are expected to review the additional reference material cited prior to conducting such activities.
In situations not specifically covered in this guide, activity planners should evaluate the risk or potential risk of harm, and respond with action plans based on common sense, community standards, the Scout motto, and safety policies and practices commonly prescribed for the activity by experienced providers and practitioners.
Perhaps this quote by Sir Robert Baden-Powell from his 1914 book Quick Training for War is appropriate to include here: “… The books lay down definite principles and examples which serve to guide the leaders when applying their common sense to the situation before them. No two situations are ever precisely the same, and it is therefore impossible to lay down exact rules that should guide in every case, but a man who carries precedents and principles in his head has no difficulty in applying their teaching in supreme moments of sudden emergency …”
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2024 Leaders Luncheon
Join us for lunch with special guest
Allen Lazard
Allen is an Urbandale High School graduate, Iowa State Football Alumni and current New York Jets Wide Receiver. He will be joined by other special guests to celebrate leadership and leading the way in 2024.
Registration coming soon!
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Welcome to the Eagle's Nest
Congratulations to the Newest Class of Eagle Scouts
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Don't miss all the deals and programs at
the Scout Shop in November!!
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Deal of the Week starts Thursday, November 2nd. This week’s deal is the BSA rubber handle lock back knife for $11.99. This knife makes a great stocking stuffer, and what Scout doesn’t want a new pocket knife?!?
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Holiday Giving Tree will go up on November 11th, BUT we need cards to fill up the tree for scouts that need anything from the scout shop. Click here to nominate a Scout that is in need.
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Our Fall Uniform offer has been extended until December 31st! Save 10% on pants when you purchase a matching uniform shirt. There is still time to get uniformed for 2023!
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Thorlo Hiking socks go on sale starting November 5th. Save 25% with a purchase of at least two pairs of the most comfortable hiking socks around. AND, these count as an official uniform sock for year-round use! They make wonderful gifts for anyone that spends time on their feet, OR, you can buy one and donate one to the Hope Ministries. Socks are the #1 most requested clothing item for the homeless.
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Champ Camp dates are set and on the council calendar! Join us on January 6th and 13th for some expert Pinewood Derby help. There will be stations for templates, cutting, sanding, wheels and axels, weights, and education. Contact the scout shop for questions.
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Upcoming Scout Shop Holidays
November 23-24, 2023
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Upcoming Admin Office Holidays
November 23-24, 2023
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Mid-Iowa Council | 6123 Scout Trail | Des Moines, IA | 50321 | 515-266-2135 |
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