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Scouting Today Episode 4
August 2024: Host Bob Confer is joined by Council VP of Membership Darlene Sprague, unit leader Carol Thurnherr, and Cub Scout Jack McDonell in a discussion about fall recruiting and membership.
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Five Rivers Council and Western NY Council to Merge
For Immediate Release Header 1 Header 2 Date: July 16, 2024 To: Five Rivers Council Scouting Community, Family, and Friends From: John M. Sharkey, Council President Marc D. McGrain, Council Commissioner Brad W. Bodoh, Scout Executive & CEO Re: Merger Announcement For generations, the Five Rivers Council and the Western NY Council (based in Buffalo) have provided high-quality, life-changing...
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Scouting Today Episode 3
July 2024: Eagle Scout and Conservation Award winner Jacob Albert and his dad, Robert, talk about Jacob’s journey through Scouting with host Bob Confer.
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Celebrating Four Generations at Camp Gorton
June 2024 As Camp Gorton celebrates a monumental milestone of 100 years, it's celebrating the legacies, traditions, and the enduring spirit of Scouting in the Finger Lakes. Camp Gorton has been a home away from home for countless Scouts, including four generations of the Sherburne and Gray families. The Sherburne-Gray Legacy John Sherburne was 12 years old in the camp's...
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Camping weekend builds outdoor skills & friendships
May 2024 Over 73 youth and adults from eight area Scout Troops participated in the 2024 Big Horn Camporee at the Sullivan Trail Rod & Gun Club. Over 33 volunteers from organizations including: Chemung County Bassmasters Chemung Valley Ridgerunners (National Wild Turkey Federation) Five Rivers Council, Scouting America Sullivan Trail Rod & Gun Club Trout Unlimited - Catherine Creek Chapter...
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Scouting Today Episode 2
June 2024: Join District Executives Brandon Blatz (North Star District) and Jessica Bonham (Great Trails District) talk about the summer camp experiences to be had at Camp Scout Haven and Camp Sam Wood with host Bob Confer.
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Boy Scouts of America is changing its name to Scouting America
May 2024 The Boy Scouts of America today announced that it will rebrand to Scouting America, reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family in America to experience the benefits of Scouting. The change will go into effect on February 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th anniversary. This announcement also comes as the organization celebrates the fifth anniversary...
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Scouting Today Episode 1
May 2024: Hosted by Bob Confer, Scout Executive Gary Decker provides a Scouting 101 presentation to introduce viewers to Scouting.
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