Pathway to Adventure Council

Please join us on February 25, 2024, to recognize our council volunteers while enjoying fellowship, photo opportunities, and more! The event's highlight is the presentation of the Silver Beaver Award, the highest recognition presented on the council level.

Register Here: https://scoutingevent.com/456-77721

Bronzeville Fencing Academy youth kicked off their very first BSA STEM session! Scouts delved into the world of 3D printing under the guidance of Professor Stephen Smith. They mastered materials, discovering the alchemy of turning ideas into tangible objects. Starting with tracing images on paper, Scouts soon ventured beyond, creating their own designs in a burst of creativity. As 3D objects took shape, so did smiles, fostering a love for innovation. Here's to the next chapter of Scout adventures, where creativity knows no bounds!

Iron Horse District-Pathway To Adventure Council

During Giving Tuesday, we're reminded of its profound role in supporting a program that empowers our Scouts to confidently act in emergency situations, cultivating their ability to make a real difference when it matters most.

Your contributions have already made a significant impact! Our west area districts organized a First Aid Camporee, welcoming over 230 participants, with the help of many local community members. Witnessing our Scouts' dedication to safety was awe-inspiring—they honed CPR skills and mastered ditch and gully rescues. Embracing the essence of wilderness survival, they even crafted gurneys from sticks and blankets, showcasing their resourcefulness.

Additionally, our Portage Creek district teamed with the Loyola Emergency Medicine team to host their own First Aid meet! 83 Scouts and their families joined as the Loyola team shared invaluable first-aid expertise and insights into medical career pathways. Scouts tackled simulated medical scenarios—from choking to heart attacks—showcasing leadership, teamwork, and first aid proficiency. Juliana, a Scout participant, highlighted, “The first aid meet is a great opportunity for Scouts to interact with professionals in the healthcare field, like the Loyola team, to practice skills we already know and to learn new first aid skills. The Loyola team helped us understand the importance of team building and showed us ways to practice with different first aid scenarios.”

Join us this Giving Tuesday to continue supporting these remarkable young minds. Your support ensures they're equipped with the knowledge and readiness to make a meaningful difference when faced with challenges, fostering a generation of confident and capable individuals ready to respond in times of need.

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All are invited to join us on March 2nd, 2024, as we celebrate the incredible achievements of the 2023 Eagle Scout, Venturing Summit, and Sea Scout Quartermaster award recipients. The 2024 Youth Recognition Dinner will be held at the Waterford Banquet & Conference Center at 933 S. Riverside Drive in Elmhurst, IL. Award recipients attend free of charge. We hope to see you there!

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It's time to recognize the exceptional contributions of our fellow Scouters! Do you know someone whose dedication and passion deserve to be celebrated? Nominate them for their outstanding service and commitment to Scouting!

Let's honor those who go above and beyond to make Scouting an incredible journey for all. Check out the link below to learn more about the nomination process and make sure to shine a light on someone who truly embodies the Scout spirit!

Nomination details: https://pathwaytoadventure.org/awards-nominations/

From Pathway to Adventure Council, we want to wish you and your families a warm, safe, and happy Thanksgiving!

This Giving Tuesday, join us on an incredible adventure of kindness and empowerment! Your generosity fuels our program that empowers youth, like Jorge and his troop, igniting their passion to make a difference.

Through Jorge's Eagle Scout project, they rallied to support their local animal shelter by gathering an amazing array of donations—food, blankets, towels, toys, pet shampoo, litter, treats, and more—all to enrich the lives of shelter animals. The Chicago Animal Care and Control says, "We cannot express enough how grateful we are for Jorge and the entire troop's hard work and dedication. Our furry residents are beyond appreciative of these incredible donations! We are truly blessed to have such amazing individuals in our community."

Your support on Giving Tuesday ensures more stories like Jorge's, where the journey of giving back transforms communities for the better. Join us this Giving Tuesday and be part of the adventure that changes lives, one act of kindness at a time!

Donate Here: http://igfn.us/f/41fn/n

Join us on December 17 to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks! This Scout Night is just around the corner, and you won't want to miss this action-packed game where the Blackhawks take on the Vancouver Canucks. Get ready to support our team on the ice!

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Silver Beaver Nominations are now open!

Do you know a Scouter who has distinguished themselves in Scouting and the community? If you do, we want you to nominate them for the Silver Beaver. Don’t wait for someone else to nominate that person. The Silver Beaver Award is presented by the National Council, Boy Scouts of America, through the local Council to adult volunteer Scouters for their distinguished service to youth and their community. The Award is intended to acknowledge noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth by registered Scouters including but not limited to Cub Scouters, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, and Exploring leaders within the territory under the jurisdiction of Pathway to Adventure. It is the highest award a Boy Scout Council can bestow upon a volunteer Scouter.

Please do not wait until the last minute. If you have questions about how to nominate a person or fill out the form please contact Spencer Long, Silver Beaver Chairman at [email protected], or Jason Pigg, Silver Beaver Staff Advisor at [email protected].

Nominations are due by Monday, December 11, 2023. This award will be presented at the Annual Council Recognition Dinner, scheduled for Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Form Here:https://pathwaytoadventure.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Silver-Beaver-Nomination-and-Instruction-Form-2024.pdf

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at last week’s Distinguished Citizen's Dinner in Northwest Indiana! Your presence made the evening truly special. Special appreciation goes to our esteemed honoree, Terry McMahon, whose remarkable contributions to his community truly deserve celebration. To all the wonderful attendees and the Scouts who played a pivotal role in making the night a resounding success, your support and energy were truly the heart of the event.

Calling all Scouts BSA campers! An unforgettable adventure awaits at Owasippe this summer! Experience the thrill of the great outdoors, learn new skills, and make lifelong memories with friends.

PLUS, if you were part of our incredible camp in 2023, YOU might be featured in our exciting NEW video! Don't miss out—check out our latest video to relive the fun and share your camp highlights with the world!

Register for summer camp today!
https://scoutingevent.com/456-OSR2024

Owasippe Scouts BSA 2023

It's Super Science Night! Come join the fun as we create hypotheses, do experiments, make observations, and record our results! Get hands-on while making slime in a bag. Answer the question of which fruit or vegetable can make a light bulb work! Watch water walk from cup to cup!

Scouts should wear their class-A uniforms and bring their handbooks! We will hand out pencils and science notebooks for you to record your findings!

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
3805 Winston Drive, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

Register Here!
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Join us this Giving Tuesday and be the hero behind unforgettable journeys for our Scouts. Your support goes beyond just a monetary contribution; it's an investment in their dreams and future. Your generosity allows us to provide financial aid to Scouts in need, just like Quin, who had the remarkable chance to participate in the National Scout Jamboree.

Quin shares, "I would like to thank PTAC for awarding me a scholarship for my Jamboree camping adventure. From the moment I saw Camp Bechtel, I knew that I would have the best time of my life." During his 12 days at the Jamboree, Quin embraced new experiences, from patch trading to ziplining and even meeting his second cousin from New Jersey for the first time! He says, “I have shared this experience with my home troop and encouraged the younger Scouts to participate in the next one, especially hoping the same for my 13-year-old brother!"

Your donations create moments like these, sparking a lifelong love for adventure and learning in our Scouts. This Giving Tuesday, let's keep the adventure alive! Your support means more stories like Quin's, inspiring our Scouts to reach for the stars.

Donate Here: http://igfn.us/f/41fn/n

Giving Tuesday Recurring donors help ensure we have sufficient funding for new and ongoing programs throughout the year. You can always cancel at anytime.

Honoring our heroes on Veterans Day. Thank you for your dedication and service.

Your support is the driving force behind the journey of our Scouts. Your donations fund thrilling adventures, empower learning, encourage growth, and create leaders.

With your donations, we are able to provide financial assistance to Scouts in need - like sending them to the National Jamboree or summer camp, and allows us to host exciting council-wide events - like our 2023 Cub-O-Ree. When you give, we can give!

Join us this Giving Tuesday and be the spark that ignites the potential in our Scouts. Thank you for being an integral part of our Scout program – the adventure begins with you!

Donate Here: http://igfn.us/f/41fn/n

Giving Tuesday Recurring donors help ensure we have sufficient funding for new and ongoing programs throughout the year. You can always cancel at anytime.

This past weekend, our west area districts (Iron Horse, Portage Creek, and Tall Grass) hosted a First Aid Camporee with a turnout of over 230 participants! Our Scouts showed their commitment to safety by practicing CPR and honing their skills in ditch and gully rescues. In the spirit of wilderness survival, they even built gurneys using sticks and blankets, demonstrating their resourcefulness. We were honored to have our local fire chief educate us about EpiPens and equip us to handle allergic reactions effectively. Delving into emergency situations, we learned how to stay composed and respond to challenges when they arise. The weekend wrapped up with a heartwarming campfire and closing ceremony, where each unit presented skits showcasing what they had learned. It was an incredible experience, and we're eagerly looking forward to the next one.

A special shoutout to those who made this event possible: Bertha Guzman, Mark Huegelmann, Heather Linnehan, Mike Mukulski, John Nelson, Daniel Rummery, Dr. Olivia Stevenson M.D., and every pack, troop, and volunteer leader who participated in making this event extraordinary.

Click here to view pictures of the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Peq5eqzpDhE

Iron Horse District-Pathway To Adventure Council
Portage Creek District - Pathway to Adventure Council
Tall Grass District Boy Scouts of America

We are overjoyed by the incredible turnout at our first-ever Medical Community Luncheon on Wednesday, November 1st. A special shout-out to the event co-chairs Dr. Robert Barish and Dr. David Ansell who made this event possible. Congratulations to the exceptional honorees Dr. Selwyn Rogers and Jose Sanchez for being outstanding civic and medical community leaders who have made a difference in the lives of many. As we move forward, we are excited about the possibilities and the legacy we are building together. Stay tuned for what's to come, as we continue to unite, innovate, and make a difference in the medical community!

Jeremiah is a 10-year-old Scout who has been a member of Soccer in Scouting since he was five years old! Jeremiah still remembers how excited he was to play soccer when his parents first registered him into the program. Not only has Soccer in Scouting allowed Jeremiah to explore his passion for the sport, but it opened a trail of new adventures that he never imagined! He’s been able to practice his archery aim at Cub Scout Day Camp, participated in Scouting for Food as a service project to help those in need, and built stronger ties with his family, who have been with him every step of the way. Soccer in Scouting gave Jeremiah the tools to be a better person, student, and family member every day. As Jeremiah looks at the medals and trophies he’s won throughout his time in the program, he proudly states “I love Soccer in Scouting.”

Submit your nomination today to recognize someone who has used the skills and values they learned through Scouting to make significant and long-lasting contributions to their local communities. In addition, potential recipients of the award may be nominated based on the three following categories:
- Career and/or avocation, such as achieving high honor or distinction in
their chosen profession.
- Community service, including contributions to Scouting or other community
efforts or organizations.
- Scouting promotion, contributing significantly to the promotion, and/or
advancement of the BSA alumni program and activities at a council level
over a sustained period of time through word and/or deed.

Nominations are due by 11:59 PM on December 3, 2023. The award will be presented as part of the Council Recognition Dinner.

Download Form Here:https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/alumni/pdf/542-963_WB.pdf
Submit Your Forms Here: [email protected]

Do you know an Eagle Scout who has significantly impacted their community? The NOESA recognizes those Eagle Scouts who have inspired others through their actions and have devoted themselves to their profession, avocation, community, and beliefs at great sacrifice to themselves and their families.

Nominations are due by 11:59 PM on December 3, 2023. The award will be presented as part of the Youth Recognition Dinner.

Download Form Here:https://nesa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/NOESA-Nomination-Form-9.6.23.pdf

Submit Your Forms Here: [email protected]

As we approach those cold winter months, it's hard not to think about the summer. But don't worry – we are now taking reservations for summer camp 2024 at Owasippe! Sign up today to reserve your spot because summer will be back in no time. Come make new friends, learn new things, and enjoy the great outdoors with your troop in 2024.

Register here! https://scoutingevent.com/456-OSR2024

Our Scouts are POPPING with Pride! Check out these awesome snapshots of our Scouts in action and having a blast selling popcorn! Every purchase supports their journey of growth, leadership, and endless fun! Do you have popcorn pics to share? Tag us with

Medical professionals are invited to join our inaugural Medical Community Luncheon on November 1, to celebrate the outstanding contributions of remarkable individuals in our medical and civic communities. Join us in honoring this year’s recipients: José R. Sánchez, President and Chief Executive Officer of Humboldt Park Health (HPH); and Selwyn Rogers, Jr., MD, MPH, FACS; Section Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at the University of Chicago Medicine.

This event will be co-chaired by two prominent professionals in the field: Robert A. Barish, MD, MBA, UIC Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Eagle Scout; and David Ansell, MD, MPH, Sr. Vice President for Community Health Equity Rush University Medical Center, Eagle Scout.

The 2023 Medical Community Luncheon offers the opportunity to network with esteemed professionals in the medical industry, enjoy an appetizing meal, and extend gratitude to those who have devoted their lives to making a difference. This event holds a special place in our hearts, as all proceeds will be dedicated to supporting Scouting programs, reinforcing our commitment to building a brighter future for our community.

For more information on the event, visit: www.tinyurl.com/BSAMCL.

Join the Fill It Up Club: Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card!
Attention all Scouts, if you fill up your take order form by October 31st, you’ll earn yourself an entry into the draw for a $50 Amazon Gift Card! It's not just about filling forms; it's about filling up your potential and making your mark.

Submit your entry here: https://forms.gle/szhs2kHJcaEYRmLD7

More pics from the Cub-O-Ree! Gloomy weather, but tons of bright smiling faces! What was your favorite part?

Channel your inner child and allow your Scouts to Explore, Discover, Experience & Celebrate the annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair – FOR FREE – on November 4th and 5th in the Rosemont Convention Center. Follow this link to register for free! Be sure to wear your Scout uniform and represent your Scouting program proudly!

Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boy-scout-families-are-guests-at-the-2023-holiday-chicago-toy-game-fair-tickets-726809826757?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dear friends and supporters, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who joined us at our 15th annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Awards Dinner. Your presence and support made for a truly memorable evening, and we are incredibly grateful.

A special thanks to our esteemed honorees: David Persons, Kevin Slaughter, Sigma Lambda Beta, and Uber! And a big shout out to our event speakers: Darryl Dennard, Toni Preckwinkle, and Clayton Harris III.

Finally, to everyone who attended, supported, and shared in this evening of reflection and celebration, we couldn't have done it without you. Your presence and enthusiasm are what make the Whitney M. Young, Jr. event so special. We look forward to seeing you again next year as we continue to celebrate the legacy of Whitney M. Young, Jr. and the positive impact he had on our community.

Selling popcorn with Scouting is a great way to teach Scouts how to be entrepreneurial, raise money to fund their adventures, and be visible in their community- all while having a blast! Plus, this year we have great prizes for Scouts and units to earn!

https://pathwaytoadventure.org/popcorn/

The Popcorn Bingo Challenge is in full swing, and it's time to take your game to the next level. The mission is simple, complete your Bingo card and earn a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card! So, gear up, mark those squares, and let the Bingo Challenge lead you to victory. This challenge closes on Tuesday, October 24.

Submit your entry here: https://forms.gle/szhs2kHJcaEYRmLD7

What a weekend! We just wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the amazing Scouts who braved the rain and made our Cub-O-Ree an unforgettable experience last weekend! Your enthusiasm and adventurous spirit truly shone through, rain or shine.

A huge shout-out to our incredible volunteers who put in so much effort to make this event a success. Without your dedication, none of this would have been possible. We had a fantastic program filled with exciting activities, learning, and fun!

So, thank you, Cub Scouts, parents, volunteers, and supporters for making this year's Cub-O-Ree a memorable adventure. Here's to many more adventures together!

Only a few days left!

The Blitz Weekend Challenge is here! For every impressive $100 in sales you achieve equals an entry for a chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card! The more you sell, the more entries you earn, and the closer you get to claiming this reward. This challenge closes on Tuesday, October 17.

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Chocolate Popcorn Classic: Our Chocolate Lovers Tin! Featuring 5 sweet treats that you can’t resist! Milk Chocolaty Pretzels, White Chocolaty Pretzels, White Ruby, Peanut Butter Cup, and Sea Salt Splash! Go snag the best popcorn around while supporting local Scouts.

https://pathwaytoadventure.org/popcorn/

The Blitz Weekend Challenge is here, and it's time to unleash your selling expertise and reach for the stars.

For every impressive $100 in sales you achieve equals an entry for a chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card! The more you sell, the more entries you earn, and the closer you get to claiming this reward. This challenge closes on Tuesday, October 17.

Submit your entry here: https://forms.gle/szhs2kHJcaEYRmLD7