Happy Halloween! Let's Go Phils! How 'bout those undefeated Eagles? There is so much going on these days, and things are no different for the Scouts in the Constellation District. Here are your Four Things To Know for the last day of October!

• Volunteer Opportunities at Camp Musser
• High Adventure for 2023 - Information Session on November 3
• Citizenship in the Nation - November 19
• Scout Night at the Flyers - November 29

Plus, Dates to Know, this month's Safety Minute, and a new Fun Fact.

Volunteer Opportunities at Camp Musser

Be a Campmaster

Do you love camp and want to spend the weekend without your unit??

Serve as a campmaster at Musser and help host units and guests using the property.  Come as an individual or team with family or fellow volunteers.  Over the weekend, you'll stay in a cabin and we'll provide you with on-site training.  This is a great opportunity for a weekend planning retreat for your Unit.  Volunteers must be at least 21 and commit to staying from Friday at 5:30 until Sunday at 12:00.  

Camp Work Days

The second Saturday of most months is a work day for volunteers to help with different maintenance, improvement, and conservation projects throughout the property.  Regardless of your skills, help is always welcome.  And if you have a particular skill or talent in a trade, you can put them to work to benefit our Scouts!  Our next session is on November 12.  

For information on these and other opportunities, contact Ranger Brian Lynn or visit the Musser Scout Reservation website.  

High Adventure in 2024 - Information Session on November 3

The National High Adventure Bases are #Open4Adventure! 

Find out how your Scouts (and their leaders) can participate in the trip of a lifetime in 2024.  Join us for a live webinar to learn about high-adventure opportunities at our four amazing and unique properties across the United States. 

• Wilderness canoeing at the Northern Tier in Minnesota.
• Backpacking treks at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico.
• Sailing and Scuba at Sea Base in Florida.
• and a range of Programs at The Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.

Register now to join the webinar on Thursday, November 3 at 8:00 pm EDT. 

Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge - November 19

As an American involved in Scouting, you’ll need to earn your Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge to reach the rank of Eagle. This badge will teach you what it means to be a good citizen and give you the knowledge and means to create a positive change in your country. Keep reading, because in this post I’ll be walking you through each of the answers needed to earn your Citizenship in the Nation merit badge!

Due to limited space, counselor requires that Scouts must be at least a First Class Scout to register for this Merit Badge Class.

This will be held on Saturday, November 19 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

at the Council Headquarters, 1485 Valley Forge Road. 

Click here for information or to register. 

Scout Night at the Philadelphia Flyers - November 29

Spend a night at the Philadelphia Flyers game against the New York Islanders on Tuesday, November 29th.  Your Unit will have the opportunity for patches, a shoutout on the Jumbotron, photos on the ice, and more!  Contact Grace Powers at 215-952-5637 or via email for additional information and to reserve your seats.  

Dates to Know

For a full list of Council events, check out the Council Program Update.

BALOO Training: Weekend of November 5 & 6

Training for Cub Scout Adult Leaders. Register here.

Scouting for Food: Saturday November 12 and 19

Door tag drop-off on November 12 or 13, and food collection on November 19.

Scout Days at Eastern State Penitentiary - November 12

Click here for information and to register.

Resica Falls Trivia Night - November 12 

Join us at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Horsham for a fun-filled evening and raise funds for the Brenner Lodge at Resica Falls. 

Gold Rush Klondike: Weekend of January 27 to 29

The Constellation District joins the Baden-Powell District's annual winter camporee.

University of Scouting: February 4

A variety of courses for Unit Leaders. Save the Date!

District First Aid Derby: Saturday March 11

Test your First Aid skills in our annual competition. 

Click here for information and to register.  

Pilgrimage and Encampment:  March 10-12

A full weekend of the Pilgrimage and Encampment returns in 2023 with a visit to Fort Washington State Park! More details will follow, but save the date.

Canadian Scout Exchange at Resica Falls: May 27-28

Share a weekend of Scouting adventures with Canadian Scouts. More info here. 

District Safety Minute

Socks!  We're talking about socks?!  You bet.  Experienced campers and hikers know how important the right type and number of socks are for your Scouts.  A good pair of wool socks will cushion the feet, help prevent blisters, and keep feet warm and dry.  Remind your Scouts to pack multiple pairs of wool (not cotton) socks and to change them during the camping trip, especially putting on a fresh, dry pair before getting into their sleeping bags on these increasingly cool and cold nights.  

Fun Fact to Know

Troop 151 at Marple Presbyterian Church in Broomall got its start in the 1930s.  In good Halloween spirit, this unit has "come back from the dead" several times in its history, first in the 1950s and then again in 2011.  

Key People to Know

Constellation District Volunteer Leadership (Key 2)

John Cluver, District Chair

Rob Shillingford, District Commissioner

Service Area 2 Professional Team

Ryan Martin, Team Lead and Fundraising Specialist

Rhys Wallace, Membership Specialist

Aaron Munson, Service & Program Specialist

Constellation District Website: Click Here

Constellation District Instagram:  @constellation_district 

Constellation District Facebook page: Click Here

Do you have news or photos on a new Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow induction, or anything else to share on the District's Facebook page? Contact our Public Relations Chair, Rose Sutkowski, to get it posted.