2013 Spring Camporee
In a galaxy far, far away…known as Dillsburg, PA, on the planet Tuckahoe, a spring camporee is on the horizon! Packs, Troops and Crews of the Pioneer District are invited to participate in the next...
View Article2013 Klondike Derby Results
A BIG Scouting THANK YOU to the over 400 people who attended the 2013 Pioneer District Klondike Derby at Hidden Valley. What an amazing weekend! As promised, we now are able to post the results of...
View ArticlePioneer District Pinewood Derby Recap
Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! NASCAR season has started, and so it was time once again for the annual district Pinewood Derby race held at the American Legion in Carlisle. Close to 90 Tiger, Wolf, Bear...
View ArticleYork Revolution Baseball Opportunities
The New Birth of Freedom council is excited to be the “presenting sponsor” for the York Revolution baseball club’s 2013 season! This partnership will present many opportunities for the Scouts and...
View ArticleHersheypark Discounts!
Trying to find great deals on discounted Hersheypark tickets for this summer? Look no further than the New Birth of Freedom Council’s website for the best prices you’ll find ANYWHERE in central PA for...
View ArticleTeens combine autism and the arts
Check out Troop 5 in the news recently for an outstanding Eagle Project! Teens combine autism and the arts.
View ArticleTwo Pioneer District Volunteers Receive Silver Beaver Award
The New Birth of Freedom Council recently announced the recipients of the Silver Beaver Award for 2013. This is the highest award presented to Scouting volunteers for exceptional service to the...
View ArticleSpring Camporee Space Adventure!
Scouts and Scouters from throughout the Pioneer District, as well as several others from surrounding districts, enjoyed a weekend of beautiful weather at Camp Tuckahoe the weekend of April 26-18, 2013...
View Article150th Anniversary Gettysburg Encampment
The New Birth of Freedom Council is partnering with The Gettysburg Foundation and Gettysburg National Military Park to conduct this unique opportunity for the Scouts of south-central Pennsylvania and...
View ArticleTroop 196 In The News: A Bugle Is Returned After 50 Years
From the Sentinel 6/25/13: A bugle made its way home to a local Boy Scouts troop after being with a former member for 50 years. David McCann, 63, of Helena, Montana, returned the bugle to Troop 196 of...
View ArticleAugust Roundtable and Fall Recruitment Seminar
Welcome back! After a relaxing summer hiatus, it is time to “fall” back in to Scouting! The first Roundtable of the year will be held on August 8, 2013, beginning at 7pm at the Mechanicsburg...
View ArticlePopcorn Show and Sell Orders Due August 15
Popcorn season is here! Many of you have already attended a popcorn kick-off and are making plans for an outstanding popcorn sale this fall. Thanks to all of you for your efforts! The first important...
View ArticleCouncil Camping Survey
Fellow Scouters: A panel of volunteers are currently looking at our camping programs at all council properties, with an emphasis on Hidden Valley and Tuckahoe. Please see the survey that has been...
View ArticlePopcorn Distribution
Show and Sell popcorn will arrive on Friday, September 6, 2013. Volunteers are needed to assist us in breaking down the inventory into unit-size orders during the morning, beginning at approximately...
View ArticleFall Recruiting
Fall recruiting is underway and we hope that yours has been a success. Please remember to turn in applications to the council office as you get them. Not only does this make rechartering easier, but it...
View ArticleNovember Roundtable
November’s District Roundtable will be held at the Mechanicsburg Presbyterian Church, 300 E. Simpson Street, Mechanicsburg, beginning at 7pm. In addition to general announcements, break-out sessions...
View ArticleFriends of Scouting 2014
As fall turns to winter, the district will be preparing for the upcoming Friends of Scouting campaign. Units are asked to provide a date, location, and time for their yearly presentation. A...
View ArticleDistrict Pinewood Derby
All Cub Scouts are invited to participate in the annual district Pinewood Derby, being held on March 1, 2014 at the American Legion Post 101, 142 North Hanover Street, in Carlisle. Each age bracket...
View Article2014 Klondike Derby
Pioneer District will be hosting the annual Klondike Derby on February 22, 2014, at Hidden Valley Scout Reservation. Units are encouraged to camp for the weekend, or may participate on Saturday only....
View ArticleWeekly E-Update Valentine’s Edition
Fellow Scouters: I trust you have safely dug out of the recent snow, although it sounds like we are in for some more this weekend. For your consideration this week: Camp Card Posters: Those of you...
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