Summer Camp Staff Opportunities available
If you are interested in a staff opportunity please fill out the Staff Application and email to Mike Key mksm76@aol.com.
Summer Camp Dates
Week 1 (Sabbath Friendly): June 15 – June 20
Week 2: June 21 – June 27
Week 3: June 28 – July 4
Since 1927 Scouts and Scouters have been creating memories at Camp Perry. On the banks of the Arroyo Colorado, thousands of boys have gained from the quality programs offered over the years. Camp Perry is a place where memories are made; but it is also a camp with a future. It is our mission to provide you and your unit with the best possible outdoor Scouting experience.
Brand New Features:
Air Conditioned Dining Hall | ATV & BMX Training Course | Laguna Station Access & Jet Ski Training | New Pool & WiFi
Scout. experience. adventure.
achieve Camp Perry!
water sports
bmx trails
shooting range
Scout Craft
Summer Camp Dates
WEEK 1 (SABBATH FRIENDLY): JUNE 15 – JUNE 20
WEEK 2: JUNE 21 – JUNE 27
Week 3: June 28 – July 4
Since 1927 Scouts and Scouters have been creating memories at Camp Perry. On the banks of the Arroyo Colorado, thousands of boys have gained from the quality programs offered over the years. Camp Perry is a place where memories are made; but it is also a camp with a future. It is our mission to provide you and your unit with the best possible outdoor Scouting experience.
Brand New Features:
Air Conditioned Dining Hall | ATV & BMX Training Course | Laguna Station Access & Jet Ski Training | New Pool & WiFi
SCOUT. EXPERIENCE. ADVENTURE.
achieve Camp Perry!
water sports
bmx trails
shooting range
Scout Craft
Ranked among the top 10% of councils in America, by Cub Scouts and Cub Scout Parents!
Adelante Con Camp Perry
A Major Gifts and Capital Campaign!
Leadership of the Rio Grande Council, Boy Scouts of America, has started phase 1 of a campaign to raise $10 million to rebuild and grow Camp Perry,
which opened in 1927 and is now in dire need of a makeover. The council’s board has identified more than $10.1 million in capital and endowment needs for Camp Perry.
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Thank you Mr. Gamez for donating these cedar planks in memory of former Scoutmaster, Lorenzo "Lore" Garcia. On behalf of the Rio Grande Council, we would like to thank all the leaders that deliver a first-class Scouting program and help us make a great impact in the youth of our community.
The 2020 Scouts BSA Camporee is just 2 months away! Please don't delay and get registered to guarantee your shirt size! If you register after March 15, 2020 you are not guaranteed your shirt size.
Register at the link below!
www.riograndecouncil.org/event/2020-council-camporee/2629467
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PS: Do not duplicate your registration. If you are already registered do not re-register. Please share this with all your parents and families that might be interested in keeping up with what our great council is doing
Dear Scouting Community,
Today, the national organization of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to achieve two key objectives: equitably compensate victims who were harmed during their time in Scouting and continue to carry out Scouting’s mission for years to come.
I want to highlight important points that are most relevant to the Rio Grande Council:
• The Rio Grande Council has not filed for bankruptcy. Our Council is legally separate, distinct and financially independent from the national organization.
• Scouting programs will continue. This means that unit meetings and activities, district and council events, other Scouting adventures and countless service projects will take place as usual. In short, we expect no changes to the local Scouting experience in the Rio Grande Valley area.
• Scouting is safer now than ever before. Over many years, we’ve developed some of the strongest expert-informed youth protection policies found in any youth-serving organization. I can also assure you that our volunteers and employees take youth protection extremely seriously and do their part to help keep kids safe.
• Restricted donations – past, present or future – can only be used for their designated purpose. In addition, Friends of Scouting (FOS) and other annual donations made to our Council will continue to fund necessary day-to-day expenses that are critical to local Scouting programs.
While we do not anticipate the national organization’s bankruptcy filing will have any direct impact on the local Scouting experience or your involvement with our Council, I understand you may still have questions about these issues and things you will see in the news. To that end, the national organization has established a dedicated restructuring website, www.BSArestructuring.org
This site includes a helpful Resources page, where you will find a short video explaining what Chapter 11 means for Scouting, as well as a FAQ. The site’s Milestones page will be your best source for the latest updates throughout this process.
If you have any questions about local Scouting, you can always feel free to reach out directly to me or your usual contact within our Council.
Through your engagement and dedication to Scouting, the Rio Grande Council will continue to bring adventures, values and lifelong benefits to youth and our communities for generations to come. Thank you for your trust and support as we continue this important mission.
Homepage - Boy Scouts of America
www.bsarestructuring.org
The Boy Scouts of America believes our organization has a social and moral responsibility to equitably compensate all victims who were abused during their time in Scouting. We also have a duty to carr...Even though it’s Presidents’ Day, Pack 321 is having a blast at their Blue and Gold celebration! Lots of smiling faces. Lots of fun games and delicious popcorn!
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”
– John Quincy Adams
In observance of Presidents Day, the Council office will be closed on Monday, Feb 17th. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Feb 18th.
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Basilica of Our Lady San Juan Del Valle
Congratulations to the Scouts and Adults from Troop 6 who enjoyed Scout Sunday followed by a Court of Honor. Way to go everyone!
110 Scouts who became famous (just in time for the BSA's 110th birthday)
110 Scouts who became famous (just in time for the BSA's 110th birthday)
blog.scoutingmagazine.org
This list of 110 Scouts who became famous includes presidents and Pulitzer Prize recipients, astronauts and athletes, celebrities and CEOs.A guide to BSA square knots, and how to wear them
A guide to BSA square knots, and how to wear them
blog.scoutingmagazine.org
If you've been honored with one of the 34 BSA square knots currently available, waste no time in sewing that badge of honor to your uniform.2020 Annual Recognition Dinner
The Council Annual Recognition Committee invites you to an evening of fellowship and recognition on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 6pm-8pm at the Camp Perry Dining Hall. Our Council Banquet is held annually to recognize the volunteers of the Rio Grande Council. The highlight of the evening is the presentation of the Silver Beaver Award and the Golden Beaver Award, the highest recognition presented at the council level. In addition, other high level awards will be presented or recognized during the banquet. Other awards include:
Order of the Arrow Awards & Vigil Honors
2019 Class of Eagle Scouts
District Award of Merit
Commissioner Key Award
The “Spark Plug Awards”
The Paisano Award
We hope to see you there! Please register today. We need to make sure we have everyone accounted for. Use the link below to register.
www.riograndecouncil.org/event/2020-council-volunteer-recognition-annual-dinner/2607896
BSA policy on Scout participation at political events
BSA policy on Scout participation at political events
blog.scoutingmagazine.org
The BSA might be the most patriotic organization in the U.S. But we don't endorse any party. Here's the policy on participation in political rallies.2020 Annual Recognition Dinner
The Council Annual Recognition Committee invites you to an evening of fellowship and recognition on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 6pm-8pm at the Camp Perry Dining Hall. Our Council Banquet is held annually to recognize the volunteers of the Rio Grande Council. The highlight of the evening is the presentation of the Silver Beaver Award and the Golden Beaver Award, the highest recognition presented at the council level. In addition, other high level awards will be presented or recognized during the banquet. Other awards include:
Order of the Arrow Awards & Vigil Honors
2019 Class of Eagle Scouts
District Award of Merit
Commissioner Key Award
The “Spark Plug Awards”
The Paisano Award
We hope to see you there! Please use the link below to register.
www.riograndecouncil.org/event/2020-council-volunteer-recognition-annual-dinner/2607896
Calling all Racers!! Start your Engines! The pinewood derby race is filling up with Scouts from all over the Rio Grande Valley. If you have not registered yet, please follow the link below to make sure you have the opportunity to earn a nice trophy. We still have derby cars available for purchase at the Scout Store.
Lower Valley Pinewood Derby Race. Feb. 8, 2020 at Camp Perry
www.riograndecouncil.org/event/lower-valley-pinewood-derby-race/2585284
Did you know that there are 5 days where entrance to National parks is free? Here's what you need to know to get your Pack, Troop, or Crew in on a significant deal: blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2020/02/03/how-to-get-your-pack-or-troop-into-a-national-park-for-free-...
How to get your pack or troop into a national park for free in 2020
blog.scoutingmagazine.org
With free-entrance days and year-round free access for fourth grade Webelos, there's never been a better — or cheaper — time to visit our national parks.Registration is Open for the Rio Grande Council Merit Badge University. Register now before all the spots are taken. Registration costs $30 dollars and includes a meal and t-shirt. See you soon at the UTRGV Edinburg campus.
Get Your Hiking Merit Badge
troop1954.org
Join St. Joseph Catholic Church's Troop 1954 and 1919 as we start the new year earning our much-needed hiking merit badge. Let's get hiking.
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