Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) & Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Education (BALOO) IOLS/BALOO are required trying for camping. BALOO is a one-day training course for Cub Camping, IOLS is an overnight focused on older Scout skills. Both are excellent ways to provide the best experience possible for your unit. These courses will be offered as part of the Leaders Training Weekends are open to all registered parents and unit supporters. Go to https://scoutingseattle.org/training/leaders-training-weekend/

Chief Seattle Council is seeking nominations for the Silver Beaver Award.

Introduced in 1931, The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. We ask you to think about the amazing volunteers that make a difference to youth in your Territory and nominate the registered Scouter who has made an impact on the lives of youth through service.

The nominations are due to chotto@seattlebsa.org by no later than April 30, 2025, download the form here: https://bit.ly/silverbeaverform

Day Camps are planned and ready for you to select the perfect date and location for your Cub Scout to attend. They’ll have an awesome time making new friends, creating memories and developing confidence while taking on fun challenges throughout each day. Remember, if you have summer visitors, Cub Day Camps are open to non-Cub Scout kids to enjoy as well. Hop on over and hold your spot with a small deposit today! Register your Cub Scout at https://scoutingseattle.org/event/day-camp/

Test the limits of adventure this summer at Camp Pigott! We’re building camp back and committing to make every week even more exceptional! Now, we just need you! If you haven’t booked your Scouts BSA summer camp, don’t wait any longer go to the Camp Pigott page now to select your week!

Your Cub Scout will build skills and have the “BEST SUMMER EVER” at Castaway Bay! Let your youth experience Cub Resident Camp’s journey through the islands. Days filled with fun activities, new learning and outdoor adventures designed to build self-confidence and develop creativity.   Register your kiddo before 2/28/25 and they’ll receive a collectable camp water bottle when they arrive at camp. Go to:  https://bit.ly/cscCubCamp and register for Camp Edward or Camp Bonaparte NOW!

RETURN TO CAMP PIGOTT FOR Range and Target Activities for 2025!! These dates are scheduled, and the spring dates are ready for registration. Choose from Basic Rifle or Basic Shotgun or sign up for both. Youth can work on merit badges or gain skills and learn more about gun safety. Come as a unit or come on your own to work on your skills, plan your dates now and we’ll let you know when registration is ready. Click here to register now.

The Chief Seattle Council hours will be changing over the holiday, this is in all locations and properties. The Seattle Trading Post closure is December 19th – 20th, and the Yakima Office Trading Post inventory closure will be January 2nd & 3rd. Find more information here.

Year-end giving makes an enormous difference to non-profits and especially those serving youth. The number of youths we can serve matters, these youth will gain skills for a lifetime, learn to serve their communities and display leadership in difficult situations. We ask that you consider supporting Chief Seattle Council youth throughout the state. Your generous contribution matters! For more ways you can give go to https://bit.ly/cscgivingtuesday

Step to the Plate for Scouting by reserving your seat now for the 2025 Mariners Luncheon! You’ll enjoy an afternoon full of exceptional guest speakers, fun times and philanthropy all while supporting Scouting! Book your table now and fill it with your Scouting friends, work buddies or family. No matter who you bring, they’re bound to appreciate the offer! Go to https://bit.ly/CSCMarinersLuncheon