Scouting America, LaSalle Council

PT District Committee
2025-12-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Trinity on Jackson Church, 2715 E. Jackson Boulevard, Elkhart, 46516, United States

College of Commissioner Science
2025-12-06 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | LaSalle Council Scout Service Center, 1340 South Bend Ave, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
The College of Commissioner Science is an annual training event for registered commissioners. It is an opportunity to have a continuing education experience in a college environment. It helps the commissioner stay current in policy, techniques, and application of commissioner service to units.

Who Should Attend?

New Commissioners
Experienced Commissioners
Degreed Commissioners
Anyone interested in furthering their knowledge in Scouting!

Not sure what a commissioner is? Click here to learn more about being a commissioner in Scouting America!
https://www.scouting.org/commissioners/
What Courses Will Be Offered?

This year we will be offering three course paths!

Bachelors Path includes: BCS 119, BCS 125, BCS 150, BCS 152
Masters Path includes: MCS 310, MCS 311, MCS 353, MCS 354
Doctorate Path includes: DCS 509, DCS 519, DCS 503, DCS 551

What’s the agenda?
7:45am-8:00am: Welcome and Fellowship
8:00am-8:45am: Opening Flags
Safety Moment
Key-Note Speaker
9:00am-9:50am: BCS 101 Core Concepts of Unit Service
10:00am-10:50am: BCS 104 Connecting with Units
11:00am-11:50am: BCS 106 Coaching Leaders
12:00pm-12:50pm: Lunch
1:00pm-1:50pm: Training Path Breakout – Session 1
2:00pm-2:50pm: Training Path Breakout – Session 2
3:00pm-3:50pm: Training Path Breakout – Session 3
4:00pm-4:50pm: Training Path Breakout – Session 4
5:00pm: Commissioning Ceremony and Closing

Resources:
2025 College of Commissioner Science – Course Agenda
2025 College of Commissioner Science – Bachelors Agenda
2025 College of Commissioner Science – Masters Agenda
2025 College of Commissioner Science – Doctorate Agenda

PT District Roundtable
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Trinity on Jackson Church, 2715 E. Jackson Boulevard, Elkhart, 46516, United States

PODM Roundtable
2025-12-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Camp ToPeNeBee, 0377 N. Holmesville Road, Michigan City, IN, 46360, United States

Ship 122 Info Night
2025-12-10 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Michiana Walleye Association, 13040 Day RD, Mishawaka, IN, 46545, United States
Join us on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:30 for our New Ship Info Night! Come learn about Sea Scouts and be a part of an exciting new opportunity coming to the District!

AL District Committee
2025-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Sunnyside Presebyterian, 115 S. Frances ST, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
Join us for the District Committee meeting before Roundtable, all are welcome and encouraged to participate!

AL District Roundtable
2025-12-11 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Sunnyside Presebyterian, 115 S. Frances ST, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States

LaSalle Council Executive Board Meeting
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | LaSalle Council Scout Service Center, 1340 South Bend Ave, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States

Order of the Arrow - Winter Banquet
2025-12-20 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Monroe’s Crossing, 7038 N Chicago Rd, New Carlisle, IN, 46552, United States
All Arrowmen and their families are invited to the annual Winter Banquet!
Enjoy an evening of great food, fellowship, awards, and celebration of a rewarding year of service.
– Doors Open at 4:00PM Central
– Reception and Social Hour begins at 5:00PM Central
– Program and Dinner Begins at 6:00PM Central
Trading Post will be open.
Please RSVP Before 12/13/2024 to save your seats.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your Lodge Chief or Lodge Advisor.

OA Winter Banquet Flier 2025
Silent Auction Items are needed!
Do you have any patches, shirts, neckerchief slides, books, mugs, neckers, or other items that you would be willing to donate? This year we are looking to include a silent auction. Please bring your memorabilia to help support this annual event.

PT Bowl-A-Rama
2026-01-03 | Country Club Lanes, 1910 Cassopolis Street, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
When: Saturday, January 3, 2026 ** Please note the time changes below **
SHIFT 1
START TIME = 12:00 – 1:45
14 LANES AVAILABLE (RECOMMENDED 5 PEOPLE PER LANE)

BREAK BETWEEN SHIFTS

SHIFT 2
COSMIC BOWLING*
START TIME = 2:15 – 4:00
30 LANES AVAILABLE (RECOMMENDED 5 PEOPLE PER LANE)
Where: Country Club Lanes Ltd, 1910 Cassopolis St, Elkhart, IN 46514
How Much?
Only $12.00 per Bowler, $15 for walk-ins
Bowling, Shoes, Patch, & FUN All Included!
Extra Patches are available for $5 each.
Register early to save your spot today!
Walk-ins are welcome
– First come first serve basis
– Limited space available
– NOT guaranteed Cosmic bowling
– NOT guaranteed lane assignments with their unit
THE SNACK SHACK (items at additional cost)
Breakfast Sandwiches, Cheeseburgers, Fries, Sandwiches, Wings, Pretzels, Soda, Tea, Chicken, Strips, Pizza

CPR Training - 100 Hearts in 100 Days
2026-01-03 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | LaSalle Council Scout Service Center, 1340 South Bend Ave, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
As part of our 100 days 100 hearts initiative we are offering CPR training on Saturday, January 3rd! This class is limited to a maximum of 12 participants, so register early!
When registering we will need an email for each individual attending. Participants must be 12 years of age or older and physically able to participate in the active course.
This is a hybrid course that will require computer / online training followed by in person training and practice. After registering, you will receive a link to complete the online training module.

PODM District Committee Meeting
2026-01-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Camp ToPeNeBee, 0377 N. Holmesville Road, Michigan City, IN, 46360, United States
PODM District Meeting (Potawatomi & Dunes Moraine Districts)

Time: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm (Central Time)
Location:
Camp Topenebee
0377 N. Holmesville Road
Michigan City, IN 46360

Dates:
September 3, 2025
October 1, 2025
November 5, 2025
December 3, 2025
January 7, 2026
February 4, 2026
March 4, 2026
April 1, 2026
May 6, 2026
June 3, 2026

Wilderness & Remote First Aid - American Red Cross (ARC) - January 2026
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-11 | LaSalle Council Scout Service Center, 1340 South Bend Ave, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
LaSalle Council Scouting America
Wilderness First Aid Training 2026
What is wilderness first aid?
Wilderness first aid, or “WFA”, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. This is defined as being an hour or more away from advanced care. WFA courses are intended for anyone planning a remote high adventure, from lay responders to medical professionals.
Who needs WFA?
Youth (14 years old and up) and adult Scout leaders are encouraged to take a 16-hour WFA course based on the specific curriculum developed by Scouting America, which includes a management dimension that most course fail to address. Participants will likely find it the most valuable program they’ll ever take.
All four of Scouting America high-adventure bases (HAB) require at least one person per trek (two per trek at Philmont Scout Ranch) to be current in WFA through one of Scouting America approved providers. Of course, having more participants trained in WFA skills is highly recommended for any high adventure or backcountry experience.
Scouting America has identified the following providers as meeting Scouting America’s requirements
for WFA training:

American Red Cross (ARC)

16 hour in person training

Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI)

16 hour blended learning

8 hour self-paced online training
8 hour in person training

WFA Certification Requirements

Current certificate for CPR/AED

14+ years old
Current Scouting America registration

Course Options:
January 10-11, 2026: Registration closes on Friday, January 2nd
Course Option: Wilderness & Remote First Aid (ARC)
Location: LaSalle Council Service Center 1340 South Bend Ave. South Bend, IN 46617
Time Commitment: 16 hour Classroom training with some outdoor scenarios
More Details: www.LaSalleCouncil.org/Event/WRFA_0126

March 7, 2026: Registration closes on Friday, February 28th
Course Option: Wilderness First Aid (ECSI)
Location: Camp ToPeNeBee 0377 N Holmesville Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
Time Commitment: 8 hour self-paced online training & 8 hour in person outdoor skills training
More Details: www.LaSalleCouncil.org/Event/WRFA_0326

May 30-31, 2026: Registration closes on Friday, May 22nd
Course Option: Wilderness & Remote First Aid (ARC)
Location: Camp ToPeNeBee 0377 N Holmesville Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
Time Commitment: 16 hour in person all outdoor training at Camp ToPeNeBee & Backpacking course with overnight camping required
More Details: www.LaSalleCouncil.org/Event/WRFA_0526

For more information:

Scouting America Wilderness First Aid guidance: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/wilderness-fa/
LaSalle Council course contact: Ed Witte | 219-616-6252 | ewwitte@comcast.net

AL Bowl-A-Rama
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Strikes & Spares, 5419 Grape Rd., Mishawaka, IN, 46545, United States

PODM Bowl-A-Rama
2026-01-11 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | City Lanes – Michigan City, 1901 S Woodland Ave, Michigan City, IN, 46360, United States
SAVE THE DATE and Come Join us for a day of Family Fun and Scout Fellowship! Bring your Pack, Troop, Ship, Crew, Post, Or Friends and Family – You don’t need to be a Scout to come bowling and have a great time.
Click Here to download the 2026 PODM Bowl A Rama Event Flier

PT Klondike Derby
2026-01-16 17:00 - 2026-01-18 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Camp Tamarack, 10891 Withers Street, Jones, MI, 49061, United States
PIONEER TRAILS AND ALGONQUIAN DISTRICTS
are proud to present the
“2026 KLONDIKE DERBY”
JANUARY 16-18, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Klondike Derby will be a day of scouting fun with a mixture of competitive spirit and outdoor fellowship. It is expected youth and adults will only bring scout items, behave, and conduct themselves as scouts should. Grievous event violations may lead to disqualification of individuals or even whole patrols.

Fees:
Fees include patch, all camp fees, and event costs. Early bird pricing is $10 per participating youth, and adult leaders are $5. Early bird pricing ends at 11:59PM on January 1, 2026. Registrations after January 1, 2026, move to $15 per participating youth and $5 per adult leader.

Any unit wanting to camp a second night can add on Friday night (January 16th) camping for an additional $5.00 PER UNIT.

Registration:
Registration will be available at https://lasallecouncil.org/event/pt-klondike-derby/
Check In and Pre-Registration will open on Friday Jan. 16th from 5:30pm to 9:00pm for early check-in and Saturday morning for standard check-in on the Trading Post porch (see schedule). Exact amount or check please.
BONUS – Patrols registering ON or BEFORE January 1, 2026, will receive (5) extra Points.
Please note, 1 (one) adult leader from each participating unit will be asked to help support a station during the event.
Check Out our Leader Guide for additional details about Unit Supplies, Individual Packing list, Sled details, AND MORE!
Click Here to view the Camp Tamarack Klondike Leader Guide 2026

Friday Night – Optional
Start
End

Registration / Campsite Setup
6:00 PM
10:00 PM

Saturday

Registration / Campsite Setup
7:00 AM
8:00 AM

Leader Meeting
8:00 AM
8:30 AM

Flags
8:30 AM
8:45 AM

Sled Photo Op
8:45 AM
9:00 AM

Klondike Events
9:00 AM
11:00 AM

Lunch (Provided by Units) / Campsite Setup and Inspection
11:00 AM
1:00 PM

Klondike Events
1:00 PM
3:00 PM

Sled Race – Optional
3:00 PM
4:00 PM

Service Project
4:00 PM
5:00 PM

Awards
5:00 PM
5:30 PM

Dinner (Provided by Units)
5:30 PM
10:00 PM

Lights Out
10:00 PM

Sunday

Breakfast (Provided by Units)
8:00 AM

Tear Down Camp
9:00 AM

Church Service
10:00 AM

Checkout
12:00 PM

Webelos Aquanaut
2026-02-01

Webelos Lock-In
2026-02-06 17:00 - 2026-02-07 08:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)

Winterfest 2026 @ Camp Topenebee
2026-02-07 | Camp ToPeNeBee, 0377 N. Holmesville Road, Michigan City, IN, 46360, United States
Click Here to open our Event Flier and Patch Design Contest: Flyer – Cub Scouts Winter Fest
Date:
February 7th, 2026 | 9 am – 2 pm Central Time Zone
Location:
Camp ToPeNeBee | 0377 N Holmesville Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
Cost:
Cub Scouts Registration With Patch | $10.00
Cub Scouts Siblings | $5.00
All Adults / Guardians | $5.00
Patches Available For Purchase: $3 each or 2 for $5

Fun Activities:
Cooking
Sled Hill ( bring your own sled!)
Snowball launch
Neckerchief slides
And So Much MORE!
COME AS A PACK OR COME AS A FAMILY!
A Patch Design Contest Too!?!
Interested in designing a patch for Winterfest 2026? Check out the flier for details! When you’ve designed your idea, please send them to Dana.Purcell@Scouting.org. Patch Design Submissions are due by Roundtable on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
The winning patch design will be announced at January’s PODM Roundtable on January 13, 2026.

PODM Klondike Derby
2026-02-13 17:00 - 2026-02-15 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Camp ToPeNeBee, 0377 N. Holmesville Road, Michigan City, IN, 46360, United States
ALL DISTRICTS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE!
Join Us for The Klondike Derby Race on Saturday, February 15th!
All units are welcome to spend the weekend camping as well, but must make reservations through Event Chair, Terry Malstaff

Registration:
Register / Check in Friday night on February 13th (see schedule). Exact payment is appreciated via check or prepay online.
Register / Check in Saturday morning February 14th (see schedule). Exact payment is appreciated via check or prepay online.
Location: Camp ToPeNeBee | 0377 N Holmesville Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
Youth Fees: $10 The fee includes a patch, all camping fees, and event costs.
Adult Fees: $5 The fee includes a patch, all camping fees, and event costs.
* Patches are available for purchase $3 Each or 2 for $5 (exact change only please)

Klondike Derby is an exciting chance for Scouts to work together to design, build, and race a sled for an exciting team-building challenge.
Join us for a day of scout spirit and outdoor fellowship. Scouts should be prepared for cold weather conditions.
Each Patrol should plan their own meals for the weekend.
Unlimited Hot Chocolate & Hot Tea will be provided for the weekend.
The Training center will also be used as a warming station.
Eligibility: All Scouts BSA Troops, Crews, and Ships are welcome to attend and participate!

BONUS TIME:
Want to earn your Polar Bear Award? Be sure to connect with our event chair, Terry Malstaff, to discuss camping for the weekend!
