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Great Oaks District's First Female Eagle Scout
Mia Kohli of Troop 106 has earned the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout, becoming the first young woman in the Great Oaks District to achieve this honor since Scouts BSA opened its Program to girls in 2019....
Council Pinewood Results for 2025
Greyson H. from Pack 309 headed the overall field of racers at this year's Black Swamp Area Council Pinewood Derby championship....
First Class in First Year Recognition
Due to the rising cost production and lack of participation First Class in a Year, the pin recognition will be discontinued. We will be replacing the pin with a certificate which is downloadable from the Advancement webpage. Please be patient with us as we make this transition...
Leipsic Day Camp
Come join us for Medieval fun at Great Oaks Day Camp for Cubs 1-5th grade...
Webelos & Arrow of Light Experience Camp
Webelos & Arrow of Light Experience Camp at Camp Berry, July 15-19, 2025, for rising 4th & 5th graders. Activities include climbing, archery, swimming, nature, and Webelos advancement.
Annual Meeting, Recognition Luncheon, Cooper Lodge dedication highlight Scouter's Conference at Camp Lakota
Black Swamp Area Council's annual Scouters Conference and Adult Recognition Luncheon at Camp Lakota, also included the dedication of the new Cooper Lodge with Keith Hubbard Dining Hall...
Council Annual Meeting
Dave Thompson elected President of Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America. Dan Meffley named Vice President of Program, Matt Black transitions to Past President.
Family Camp at Camp Berry
Family Camp at Camp Berry, June 28-29, 2025, where families can enjoy a fun-filled time creating lasting memories. Participants will spend the day in activities and camp overnight in tents under the stars.
Specialty Camps will be held at Berry and Lakota
Specialty Camps at Berry and Lakota, July 13-19 & 20-26, 2025, offer immersive programs in Aquatics, Range, C.O.P.E., Trades, Eagle Trail, and ATV/Equestrian.
Memorial Day Closures
The Findlay and Lima Service Centers will be closed Monday, May 26...
Pecatonica Popcorn Returns This Fall
Pecatonica Popcorn Returns this Fall as the provider of product for the fall fundraiser. Sign-up to learn more ...
Findlay Office Closure
The Findlay office will be closed Thursday, May 22 for the council's annual golf outing. The Scout Shop will remain open normal hours...
Jamboree 2026
Help represent Northwest Ohio and Eastern Indiana Scouting at the upcoming Jamboree in West Virginia, scheduled for July 22-31, 2026...
2025 Packaged Gift Program
This program allows contributors to make one gift that will cover their involvement in one or more of the council's special events ...
Adventure Camp Registraion now open
Don't miss out on this summers 7 weeks of Advenuture Camp at Camp Berry for youth rising to 1st to 5th grade in Fall 2025...
Scouting Golf Classic 2025
Join us for the 2025 Scouting Golf Classic on May 22nd at the Findlay Country Club...
National Youth Leadership Training
NYLT is an exciting, action-packed program designed to provide youth with leadership skills and experience they ...
A Look Back: 1938 Scout trip to Yellowstone
Take a trip back in time, as five local Scouts and leaders make a summer trip to Yellowstone National Park ...
Membership Hub has all you need to be successful
Learn how Dynamic Recruiting is making a difference in Scout group's growth. Also, find tips and suggestions for recruiting adults and habits of successful units ...
Work With Us Next Summer!
Summer 2025 camp staff applications for Camp Berry and Camp Lakota...

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May 17	Spring Range and Target Sports Day @ Camp Berry Join us for a fun filled day of Range and Target Activities at Camp Berry Scouts will participate in a Round Robin Rotation through...
May 22	Scouting Golf Classic Join us for the 26th Annual Scouting Golf Classic on May 22nd at the Findlay Country Club. Click the link below for a Entry Form at this...
Jun 1	National Youth Leadership Training Participants - 2025 To ensure a positive and safe environment, our NYLT program requires the presence of female youth staff when female youth are...
Jun 6	NYLT Feast 2025 Come Join us for a Feast to celebrate what the Scouts have done! They have been learning a lot of ways to become great leaders. We are Calling all...
Jun 15	2025 Camp Lakota Week 1 Camp Lakota Summer Camp 2025 Thank you for choosing Camp Lakota as the destination for your 2025 Summer Camping experience! * For the...
Jun 15	2025 Camp Berry Week 1 Camp Berry Summer Camp 2025 Thank you for choosing Camp Berry as the destination for your 2025 Summer Camping experience! * For the...
Jun 16	2025 Adventure Camp Week 1 Adventure Camp is open to all girls & boys entering 1st through 5th grade... Welcome to FUN... Adventure Camp is a Day Camp Program at Camp...
Jun 22	2025 Camp Berry Week 2 Camp Berry Summer Camp 2025 Thank you for choosing Camp Berry as the destination for your 2025 Summer Camping experience! * For the...
Jun 22	2025 Camp Lakota Week 2 Camp Lakota Summer Camp 2025 Thank you for choosing Camp Lakota as the destination for your 2025 Summer Camping experience! * For the...

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