Latest News – Scouting America
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
3d ago
The Boy Scouts of America today announced that it will be changing its name to Scouting America. This change reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcoming every youth in America to experience the benefits of Scouting. The name change will go into effect on February 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th birthday. This announcement also ..read more
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Scouting in the News | April
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
5d ago
Our Scouts do amazing things!  Highlights of media coverage from the past month: PBS Special:  Eclipse preparation with Scout Troop 366G in Saginaw Midland Daily News: Eagle Scout project reminds us to be kind WNEM: Eagle Scout creates project to spread Kindness ..read more
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Facility Rental Window Opened
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
1w ago
Reserve your Campsites and Cabins for 2024-2025! On May 1 of each year, we open up reservations for the May 1 - April 30 year.  Our camps are waiting for your unit's bookings! New this year!  All five camps have some June and August dates available. Camp Rotary, Camp Teetonkah, Cole Canoe Base and ..read more
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Scouts BSA Pre-Camp Leaders Meetings
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
1w ago
CALLING ALL SCOUT CAMP LEADERS! As a benefit to your unit leadership, we are PLEASED to bring back our in-person Pre-Camp Leader's Meeting. This complimentary invitation is for ALL registered Unit Leaders and Senior Patrol Leaders involved in providing leadership to your Unit during this summer's Resident Camp expedition. Please plan on joining us ..read more
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Program Kickoff
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
2w ago
Providing a year-round, quality Scouting program should be the goal of every Scouting unit. The Program Kickoff helps you know what is new and what to focus on, which helps you develop an annual program plan.  A strong annual plan going into the programming year that starts in the Fall creates a strong program ..read more
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Policy Change for 18-20 Year Olds
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
2w ago
18 – 20 Adult Leader/Program Participant Policy All 18-20 year old adult leaders (Scout BSA), Camp Staff, or adult program participants (OA, Venturing, and Sea Scouts) will be required to take Youth Protection Training and complete an adult application. 17-year-old* youth members transitioning to an adult leader (Scouts BSA), Camp Staff or adult program ..read more
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I Love My Camp 2024
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
3w ago
All of the MCC Camp locations are AMAZING...  but we know you have your favorite.  Why not give back to your favorite camp by helping to get it ready for the summer season! Bring your Troop/Crew/Ship, bring your family, just come on out for the fun and satisfaction of giving back. Camp Service Days ..read more
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Membership Fee Changes | May 1
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
1M ago
Changes in Membership fees both at the council and national level will take effect May 1, 2024.  Highlights of those changes: Youth membership fees (excludes Exploring) will now be $85 national and $85 council Adult membership fees (excludes Exploring) will now be $65 national and $15 council The $25 joining fee has been ..read more
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Cub Scout Program Updates – June 1
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
2M ago
Cub Scout Leaders: advancement requirements change June 1, 2024... ...and we want to make sure you are ready. Michigan Crossroads Council has a page set up to share the latest and greatest information on the Cub Scout Program updates.  We have included links to the BSA National resources and will add ..read more
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Membership Planning Guides
Michigan Crossroads Council
by Kristie Phillips
2M ago
Packs and Troops THRIVE when they are bustling with youth.  We want to help you plan your membership today, tomorrow and for the future.  We have developed some concise and proven plans to help YOU attract and retain new members.  Let's work together.  Download the appropriate Membership Plan and start setting your new membership ..read more
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