Learning for Life offers seven programs designed to support schools and community-based organizations in their efforts to prepare youth to successfully handle the complexities of contemporary society and to enhance their self-confidence, motivation, and self-esteem. Programs focus on character development and career education, and help youth develop social and life skills, assist in character and career development, and help youth formulate positive personal values.

A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

Serves others by helping to instill values in young people and to prepare them to make ethical choices in their life-time.

Offers an outdoor program designed to develop character, citizenship, and fitness for boys ages 11 to 17.

Offers a program fun and challenging activities that promote character development, citizenship training, and physical fitness, for boys ages 7 to 10.

Provides activities for boys and girls including camping, hiking, sports and outdoor activities. Exploring centers around career exploration and venturing is high adventure and hobby interests.

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Office, scout shop and camp will be closed until March 30.

Provides youth with an opportunity to try new things, provide service to others, build self-confidence, and reinforce ethical standards. These opportunities not only help them when they are young, but carry forward into their adult lives. The skills they learn in Scouting help them overcome obstacles and challenges with courage and character throughout their lives.

Provides programs to youth in parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The Minsi Trails Council owns and operates three scout camps located in the Pocono Mountains: Akelaland Cub Scout Camp and Settlers Camp in Jonas, PA and Camp Minsi in Pocono Summit, PA.

Provides programming enhancing development of youth through teaching ethical values, decision making skills, seeking to combat hunger, drug abuse, child abuse, unemployment, and illiteracy.

Overnight and day camping from June to August. Activities include hiking, boating, cooking, and archery. Winter weekend rental of facilities to the community.

Offers scouting opportunities for boys, young men and women on five different levels:
* Tiger Cubs: A one-year, family-centered program for first grade boys and one or more adult family members. True to its motto: "Search, discover, share," this program stresses fun activities and strengthening family bonds while helping children build confidence and self-esteem.
* Cub Scouts: A family-centered program for boys in second through fifth grade. This program capitalizes on a boy's natural interests which fosters self-esteem and teaches cooperation and the meaning of healthy competition through sports, games, crafts, skill building, recognition, camping and fun.
* Scouts BSA: A troop and patrol-centered program for boys and girls in sixth grade through senior high school. This program builds self-esteem, resourcefulness, and leadership skills through a blend of outdoor experiences, educational and instructional skills, recognition, value building and fun.
* Varsity Scouts: For boys 14-17 years of age. A modification of traditional Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting has five program fields of emphasis: advancement, high adventure, personal development, community service and special events. Organization is built around the team concept
* Exploring: A unique and flexible co-ed program for young men and women, 14 through 20 years of age. Its aim is to help youth make intelligent decisions about their future by giving them in-depth exposure to a variety of careers. Participate in exciting, adult-style, social, outdoor and community activities

Additional programs include:
* Summer day and resident camp experiences providing campcraft and handicraft skills, nature programs and fellowship.
* High Adventure Programs are made available to boys, ages 13 and older, to such places as the Florida Keys, Rocky Mountains, and New Mexico
* Participation in National and International Jamborees

Programs are held in local communities, as well as at the J. Edward Mack and Bashore Scout Reservations.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.

A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
Provides real-world career experiences and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest. This is one of the programs of the Boy Scouts of America.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
Provides real-world career experiences and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest. This is one of the programs of the Boy Scouts of America.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
Provides real-world career experiences and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest. This is one of the programs of the Boy Scouts of America.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
Provides real-world career experiences and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest. This is one of the programs of the Boy Scouts of America.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys and girls in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys and girls in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys and girls in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys and girls in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. The program objectives are developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A national youth program of character development and values-based leadership training for boys and girls in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouting's 12 Core Values throughout all elements of the program: service projects, ceremonies, games, skits, songs, crafts, and all the other activities enjoyed at den and pack meetings.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
A youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

*COVID-19 UPDATES*: Scout Shop, Office and Camp will be closed.
Provides real-world career experiences and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest. This is one of the programs of the Boy Scouts of America.

The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.

Cub Scouting has program components for boys in the first through fifth grades (or ages 7, 8, 9, or 10). Members join a Cub Scout pack and are assigned to a den, usually a neighborhood group of six to eight boys. First-grade boys (Tiger Cubs) meet twice a month, while Wolf Cub Scouts (second graders), Bear Cub Scouts (third graders), and Webelos (fourth and fifth graders) meet weekly.
Once a month, all of the dens and family members gather for a pack meeting under the direction of a Cubmaster and pack committee. The committee includes parents of boys in the pack and members of the chartered organization.

The Boy Scout program is for boys ages 11-17. Members join a Boy Scout Troop and are assigned to a patrol, usually a neighborhood group of six to eight boys, similar to a Cub Scout Den. Troops and their patrols meet weekly, practicing skills, playing games, and learning to plan and manage for themselves as the boys help organize outings, such as hikes, campouts, and outdoor trips, and other activities.
The role of the Scoutmaster and his staff of adult leaders is to coach the boys in developing leadership skills, thinking through problems and tasks, and learning how to work and play together as a team. The Troop Committee includes parents of boys in the Troop and members of the chartered organization.

Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age.
Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.

Exploring is a worksite-based program that gives youth an opportunity to visit community organizations and explore the dynamics of various careers.
Exploring's purpose is to provide experiences that help young people mature and to help them to become responsible and caring adults. Learning for Life offers classroom-based programs that provide an action-learning process with grade-specific lesson plans for grades K through 12, plus a complete supplement for special-needs students.

The Boy Scout program is for boys ages 11-17. Members join a Boy Scout Troop and are assigned to a patrol, usually a neighborhood group of six to eight boys, similar to a Cub Scout Den. Troops and their patrols meet weekly, practicing skills, playing games, and learning to plan and manage for themselves as the boys help organize outings, such as hikes, campouts, and outdoor trips, and other activities.
The role of the Scoutmaster and his staff of adult leaders is to coach the boys in developing leadership skills, thinking through problems and tasks, and learning how to work and play together as a team. The Troop Committee includes parents of boys in the Troop and members of the chartered organization.

Cub Scouting has program components for boys in the first through fifth grades (or ages 7, 8, 9, or 10). Members join a Cub Scout pack and are assigned to a den, usually a neighborhood group of six to eight boys. First-grade boys (Tiger Cubs) meet twice a month, while Wolf Cub Scouts (second graders), Bear Cub Scouts (third graders), and Webelos (fourth and fifth graders) meet weekly.
Once a month, all of the dens and family members gather for a pack meeting under the direction of a Cubmaster and pack committee. The committee includes parents of boys in the pack and members of the chartered organization.

Exploring is a worksite-based program that gives youth an opportunity to visit community organizations and explore the dynamics of various careers.
Exploring's purpose is to provide experiences that help young people mature and to help them to become responsible and caring adults. Learning for Life offers classroom-based programs that provide an action-learning process with grade-specific lesson plans for grades K through 12, plus a complete supplement for special-needs students.

Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth, adult leaders, and organizations in their communities. Local community organizations establish a Venturing crew by matching their people and program resources to the interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of exciting and meaningful activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, to grow, to develop leadership skills, and to become good citizens.
Venturing crews can specialize in a variety of avocation or hobby interests. Venturing programs are developed around six experience areas of emphasis: Citizenship; Leadership; Fitness; Social; Outdoor; Service.

Comprehensive youth development for youth in grades 1 through 12. Leadership development, community Good Turns, year-round camping programs.

Oversees a scouting program.

Offers day camps.

Youth ministry and leadership programs. Host girl scouts and boy scouts at the church.

COVID-19 UPDATES: All in place meetings & events are cancelled. All scouting activities to be online. All offices & service center in Elmira NY are closed.
Boy Scouts prove themselves in an environment that challenges their courage and tests their nerve. After they've been given the proper guidance from those with experience and know-how, they take their own lead, going places they've never gone, seeing things they've never seen, and diving into the rugged world of outdoor adventure, relying on teamwork and character to accomplish what everyone else thinks is impossible.

Overnight camping with arts, crafts, horseback riding, hiking, ecology study, and trips. One or two week sessions or long weekend.

Informal educational activities in troop/group setting to promote character development, citizenship training and self-esteem; informal education and career exploration; recreational, day, and overnight resident camping.

Overnight camping with arts, crafts, horseback riding, hiking, ecology study, and trips. One or two week sessions or long weekend.

Offers a variety of ways girls can be Girl Scouts. Through troops, outreach programs, special events, workshops, camp and online opportunities, girls learn valuable skills to help make sound decisions, build self-esteem, improve communication skills and learn the impact they have on the world and those around them.

Overnight camping with arts, crafts, horseback riding, hiking, ecology study, and trips. One or two week sessions or long weekend.

Offers a variety of ways girls can be Girl Scouts. Through troops, outreach programs, special events, workshops, camp and online opportunities, girls learn valuable skills to help make sound decisions, build self-esteem, improve communication skills and learn the impact they have on the world and those around them.

Overnight camping with arts, crafts, horseback riding, hiking, ecology study, and trips. One or two week sessions or long weekend.

Offers a variety of ways girls can be Girl Scouts. Through troops, outreach programs, special events, workshops, camp and online opportunities, girls learn valuable skills to help make sound decisions, build self-esteem, improve communication skills and learn the impact they have on the world and those around them.

Overnight camping with arts, crafts, horseback riding, hiking, ecology study, and trips. One or two week sessions or long weekend.

Offers a variety of ways girls can be Girl Scouts. Through troops, outreach programs, special events, workshops, camp and online opportunities, girls learn valuable skills to help make sound decisions, build self-esteem, improve communication skills and learn the impact they have on the world and those around them.

A volunteer-based, non-profit organization serving close to 35,000 girls in partnership with 15,000 adult volunteers. Programs vary by area, but may include after school activities, leadership development programs, athletic activities, wellness/health programs, outdoor recreational programs and summer camps (in June-August). Scholarships and financial aid are available for those who qualify.

Provides programming enhancing development of youth through teaching ethical values, decision making skills, seeking to combat hunger, drug abuse, child abuse, unemployment, and illiteracy.

Provides programming enhancing development of youth through teaching ethical values, decision making skills, seeking to combat hunger, drug abuse, child abuse, unemployment, and illiteracy.

Provides programming enhancing development of youth through teaching ethical values, decision making skills, seeking to combat hunger, drug abuse, child abuse, unemployment, and illiteracy.

Helps young people make ethical decisions over their lifetime by instilling in them the values found in the Scout Oath and law. Youths participate in learning activities along with outdoor fun and physical fitness.

Girl Scouts of the USA stress the development of important qualities including leadership, strong values and social conscience. Riverbend's Girl Scout programs combine an array of fun hands-on activities to help them add environmental awareness to the list.

Cub Scouts not only learn about the wonders of nature, but also about themselves. Team-building exercises, games, hands-on field studies and nature crafts are a few of the fun ways we help Scouts reach their badge work goals.

Provides emergency direct assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).