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Camp Yawgoog Recap

Troop 17 had a great week at Camp Yawgoog, staying at Campsite Waskecke. Despite two days of heavy rain, everyone made the most of the week by earning merit badges and buying snacks from the trading post.

Scouts spent the week fishing from the beach, paddle boarding, participating in the swim carnival, playing badminton, and visiting the inflatables. We also had a campfire where we had many skits and songs and took part in a flag retirement ceremony.

Our troop of 39 Scouts earned an impressive 159 merit badges throughout the week. It was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to return to Camp Yawgoog next year. 

—Avyukt R. & Adyaan K., SPLs

 

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Register Now: Harriman Campout

Where: Harriman State Park
Departure: Friday, October 2nd at 6:30pm, St. Rose parking lot
Pick-up: Sunday, October 4th at 9:00 am, Harriman State Park
Cost: $35 
 
Activities: Kayak, fish, and hike.
 

Registration closes September 27th

All Scouts are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the camp.

 
  

 

 

 

  

Volunteer Event: Pumpkin Patch 

Where: Wyoming Presbyterian Church, 432 Wyoming Ave., Millburn
When: Saturday, October 3rd, 8:00AM - 12:00PM
Important Note: This event overlaps with the Harriman Campout dates.
 
Bring gloves and dress for weather - we will be there rain or shine.
Water will be provided and pizza delivered for lunch around 11:30.
 
Scouts can earn service hours for this event.

100% of proceeds raised from the pumpkin patch go to local charities.
 
 Please email jdavis190@aol.com with any questions.