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Join the Leatherstocking Council
The Leatherstocking Council provides character development and leadership skills training to 1,700 Scouts in Delaware, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Otsego and Schoharie counties, as well as parts of Hamilton and Lewis counties. We also maintain and staff Camp Kingsley near Rome, NY for Cub Scouts Summer Camp and adventure weekends throughout the year for Cub Scouts and Scouts, BSA. Scouts of all ages (5-18) learn valuable life skills, self-reliance, leadership, and build character. More importantly, Scouts have fun while learning and make lifelong friends in the process.
When your child joins Scouts, they are embarking on a trail that could ultimately lead them to the rare and distinguished rank of Eagle Scout. Becoming an Eagle gives your Scout and edge in life and helps ensure that they have the leadership skills, character, self-confidence and experiences to succeed in their future endeavors, whether that be college, the trades, the military or community service.
There’s a Scouting program for everyone from 5-20.
Scouting is available to all youth between the ages of 5 and 20. Regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or personal lifestyle. From Youth grades K-5 there is Cub Scouts. Youth aged 11-17 take part in Scouts, BSA where they have the opportunity to become an Eagle Scout. For co-ed programs, youth ages 10 – 30 can join an Explorer Post. Youth ages 14 – 20 can join the Venture program. To find out more about Scouts, BSA, Exploring and Venturing or how to find a unit near you, visit www.beascout.org.
How Cub Scouts Works
One unique thing about Cub Scouting is that you as family, join in on the program and help them along the way. Cub Scouting exists to support your family and help enrich your family time together. Your son or daughter will have a different handbook at each grade level, with adventures that are age-appropriate for their development level.
As they advance through these books by working on adventures with you, they will earn badges and other recognition that can be worn on their uniform. Your child’s success in Cub Scouting depends on you!
Find out more by clicking the Join Scouting button at the top of the page.
Upcoming Events
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2025 Leatherstocking Council First Aid Meet
March 7th, 2025 at SUNY Oneonta The 2025 Leatherstocking Council First Aid Meet will take place at the G. Hal Chase Physical Education Building at SUNY Oneonta on March 7, 2025, starting at 7:00pm. This year’s First Aid Meet will follow the format of previous year’s First Aid Meets so this should...
University of Scouting
University of Scouting The University of Scouting is a one-day event offering Scouting skills and leadership training for Scout Leaders, as well as Merit Badge opportunities for Scouts. With over 60 sessions available for youth, adult leaders, and parents, there’s something for everyone! Don’t...
Premire Adult Training – WoodBadge
Wood Badge is considered the premier leadership training course for Scout Leaders. Wood Badge for the 21st Century is available to registered leaders of all levels of the Scouting program – Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts. It concentrates on providing training on modern leadership...
Trades Trek – Council Spring Camporee
Embark on an unforgettable adventure at the “Trade Trek” Camporee! Join Scouts from all backgrounds to meet real-life Trademen and women, explore exciting career paths, and forge lasting friendships. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the spirit of the trades firsthand!
2025 FLORIDA SEA BASE
Sea Base is your ticket to Adventure! You will paddleboard, ocean kayak, sail, boat, fish, snorkel coral reefs, learn about marine ecosystems, travel to Big Munson Island for an overnight adventure and visit historic Key West. Every day is a new adventure! Sign up today! Space is...
Service Weekend Spring 2025
Pack and Troops, Unit Leaders, District Volunteers, and Council Volunteers who would like to do service Projects at Camp Kingsley. This maybe Trail work, Painting, Building updates, Bike Trail, and much more. WHERE: Camp Kingsley, Ava NY COST Free & includes Lunch and overnight...
Cub Scouts Summer Camp
NYLT
NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is a fun, high-energy program designed to help Scouts (First Class rank and above) and Venturers/Sea Scouts level up their leadership skills. It's a week-long adventure packed with hands-on learning that will teach you how to lead yourself and others,...