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SUMMARY:Camp Topenebee Spring Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Free Camping for All Units! \n\n2026 Tope Spring Clean Up Flier
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/spring-clean-up/
LOCATION:Camp ToPeNeBee\, 0377 N. Holmesville Road\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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SUMMARY:BALOO - A Training for Cub Scout Leaders and Parents
DESCRIPTION:Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation\n\nCub Scout leader training is required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event\, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. \nBALOO training is comprised of two components—an online component and a practical\, hands-on component. \nBoth components must be completed to qualify as a “TRAINED” Cub Scout outdoor leader. \nThe online component must be completed prior to the practical component. \nThe online training contains introductory and basic information that will be built upon during the practical training. \nIt’s designed to introduce Cub Scout leaders to the opportunities for pack overnight camping. \nThis is an energetic training that will cover everything you need to know to plan and run a pack overnighter. \n\nTraining Information:\nRegistration at the picnic shelter\nEarly Birds can arrive at 8 am Central to pitch a tent at the campsite\nTraining runs from Saturday @ 9 am until Sunday @ 11 am Central Time\nCampsites will be assigned on Saturday morning \nTraining Fee- $35.00   (Registration Closes on Friday 4/10/2026)\nThe fee includes 3 meals\, cracker barrel\, program supplies\, and take home jump drive. \nRecommended Supplies: \n\nTent\nSleeping Bag\nSleeping Pad or Mattress\nSturdy Shoes\nChange of Clothes\nSleeping Attire\nMess Kit\nSoap\, Washcloth\, Towel\nSunglasses\nCamp Chair\nCamera\nNotebook\, Pen\, Pencil\nCoat/ Jacket\, Cap\, and Gloves\nCub Scout Six Essentials\n\n  \n\nBring Health Forms A & B * Download Here\nPrerequisite for online training must be completed * Download Here
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/baloo26/
LOCATION:Camp ToPeNeBee\, 0377 N. Holmesville Road\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew McClure":MAILTO:matthew.v.mcclure@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Swim Testing and Open Swim @ Duneland YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Any conscientious Adult Leader who is familiar with basic swimming strokes and who understands and abides by the Safe Swim Defense guidelines can administer a swim test for rank advancement or Unit Level activities. \nHowever\, Leaders and Campers who plan to participate in any aquatic activity during residential summer camp should have the swim-test administered by an Adult Leader who has taken additional skils training. \nWhen swim tests are conducted away from camp\, the Camp Aquatics Director retains the right to review or retest any or all participants to ensure that standards have been maintained. \n  \nHelpful Resources:  \nbsa swim classification procedures \nbsa unit swim record
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/swim-testing-and-open-swim-duneland-ymca/
LOCATION:Duneland Family YMCA\, 651 W Morgan Ave\, Chesterton\, IN 46304\, IN\, 46304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aquatics - PC 476
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Backpacking
DESCRIPTION:Have a high adventure trip coming up? New to hiking and backpacking? We’re proud to offer a new course for Scouts and Scouters who are looking to get into backpacking and hiking! This course will cover things like appropriate gear\, clothing\, food\, safety\, and destinations. Scouts looking to take this course should be a least Frist Rank or 13 years old and can look forward to finishing the Backpacking Merit Badge requirements: 1. 2.a-b\, 3.a-d\, 4.a-c\, 5.a-b\, 8.a! This course is especially useful for Scouters who are new to backpacking and high adventure seeking to increase their knowledge and skills in order to take their scouts on extended backcountry adventures. Act fast! Tickets are $5 and are limited to only 20 people! \nAbout the instructor: \nTerry Bomkamp has been involved with scouts for over 50 years primarily as a high adventure leader of extended backpacking and canoe trips. He has led and planned over 200 trips throughout the Midwest\, Appalachian Trail and the Rocky Mountains. He is currently scoutmaster of Troop 325 in South Bend. Last year he restructured and enhanced the Cooking MB at Camp Tamarack to incorporate additional hands-on cooking over a 2 hour daily program that allowed the scouts to prepare their daily lunch meal. \n 
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/introduction-to-backpacking/
LOCATION:LaSalle Council Scout Service Center\, 1340 South Bend Ave\, South Bend\, IN\, 46617\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Bomkamp":MAILTO:tbomkamp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251203T183000
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SUMMARY:2026 National Jamboree Shake Down & Open House #3
DESCRIPTION:Elevate Your Adventure at the 2026 National Jamboree!\nClick Here to Join the December 3rd  Jamboree Zoom Session: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85272853618?pwd=ypaaJCyqtxPl8L7MyfNtX6uNsUb6os.1 \n  \nWelcome to the 2026 National Jamboree!\nJoin us at the world-renowned Summit Bechtel Reserve for an unforgettable adventure. Scouting’s flagship event is one of a kind. A gathering of approximately 30\,000 Scouts\, leaders\, and staff showcases everything great about the BSA and its members. The 2026 National Jamboree\, themed “ELEVATE\,” will challenge you to reach new heights in scouting\, leadership\, and personal growth. \nThe 2026 National Jamboree is open to Scouts BSA\, Venturing\, Explorer\, and Sea Scouts ages 12 and up! \n\nReady To Learn More?!?\nJoin us Via Zoom or at the LaSalle Council Scout Office on Wednesday\, December 3\, 2025 at 6:30PM EST for our second Open House and Informational Session!  Spots are filling up in our contingent and want everyone to have an opportunity to join us on this lifetime experience. \n  \n  \nJoining us via Zoom? Please use the following Log In details:\nJason Yoder is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: December Zoom Meeting\nTime: Dec 3\, 2025 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/5742898024?pwd=VjNnZTZnUFFadkJPc3VOVTh3K21Idz09&omn=84405858330 \nView meeting insights with Zoom AI Companion\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=02926871-fc58-4d31-a6e4-ae77de1c477f \nMeeting ID: 574 289 8024\nPasscode: 165 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13092053325\,\,5742898024#\,\,\,\,*165# US\n+13126266799\,\,5742898024#\,\,\,\,*165# US (Chicago) \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84405858330/invitations?signature=08ySn-g6gXX7cG0S28LjI-JIX7ZX5yj7fhMcHnfJ21s \n 
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/2026-national-jamboree-open-house-3/
LOCATION:LaSalle Council Scout Service Center\, 1340 South Bend Ave\, South Bend\, IN\, 46617\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Jamboree | PC 488
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Blumka - 2026 National Jamboree Scoutmaster":MAILTO:BillBlumka@Yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251105T183000
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SUMMARY:2026 National Jamboree Open House #2
DESCRIPTION:Elevate Your Adventure at the 2026 National Jamboree!\nClick Here to Join the November 5th  Jamboree Zoom Session: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85272853618?pwd=ypaaJCyqtxPl8L7MyfNtX6uNsUb6os.1 \n  \nWelcome to the 2026 National Jamboree!\nJoin us at the world-renowned Summit Bechtel Reserve for an unforgettable adventure. Scouting’s flagship event is one of a kind. A gathering of approximately 30\,000 Scouts\, leaders\, and staff showcases everything great about the BSA and its members. The 2026 National Jamboree\, themed “ELEVATE\,” will challenge you to reach new heights in scouting\, leadership\, and personal growth. \nThe 2026 National Jamboree is open to Scouts BSA\, Venturing\, Explorer\, and Sea Scouts ages 12 and up! \n\nReady To Learn More?!?\nJoin us Via Zoom or at the LaSalle Council Scout Office on Wednesday\, November 5\, 2025 at 6:30PM EST for our second Open House and Informational Session!  Spots are filling up in our contingent and want everyone to have an opportunity to join us on this lifetime experience.
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/2026-national-jamboree-open-house-2/
LOCATION:LaSalle Council Scout Service Center\, 1340 South Bend Ave\, South Bend\, IN\, 46617\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Jamboree | PC 488
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Blumka - 2026 National Jamboree Scoutmaster":MAILTO:BillBlumka@Yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T170000
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SUMMARY:IRONHORSE
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Our 36th Annual Iron Horse Festival!\n  \n\nJoin us at Potato Creek State Park | North Liberty\, IN\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nCub Scout Fun Area\nPumpkin Bowling\nObstacle Activities\nGames\nSouvenirs\nOutdoor Ethics Exhibit\n– Visit Camp “Oh No”\n\n\n\nAdvancement Opportunities\nTouch A Truck\nMeet the Chief\nHAM Radio\nDay Hikes\nCycling\nGolden Spike Cafe\n\n\n\n\nOther Fun Tables and Activities will also be offered!  \n\nChat with a Scouting Professional\nVisit “Camp Oh-No!!” – A Leave No Trace Adventure\nLearn about our 2026 Camp Activities including:\n\nCub Day Camps\nCub Resident Camp\nScouts BSA Summer Camp\nNYLT\n\n\n\n(Units or Committees interested in having a table should reach out to Jason Yoder for details (Jason.Yoder@Scouting.org | 574-289-8024). \nPotato Creek Park Maps can be FOUND HERE. \nRegistration/Check-in – Only one (1) leader from your group will be asked to bring your event registration form and payment to registration/check-in.  Campers will be asked to stay back at the campsite (or away from registration/check-in) while their leader checks in.  Non-campers will be asked to congregate in areas away from registration/check-in while their leader checks in. \nRegistration\nThe advance registration fee is $8 per person until Thursday\, October 16th at 11:00PM. After that\, regular tickets are available for $10 online and can be purchased at the door*.  Your ticket includes the Iron Horse Hike\, all of the activities (activities are held between 10 am – 3 pm Eastern Time)\, and the official Iron Horse Festival Patch (patches are “first-come/first-serve” availability – online registrations with payment will receive first priority.) \nOnline Registration: Fill out the form at the bottom of this page\nAdvance Registration will close Thursday\, October 16\, 2025\, at 11:00 PM EST. After October 16th\, Tickets will be available for $10 per person. \n\nClick the Online Registration link\, fill in the information\, and submit & pay**.\nPrint your confirmation email; it will act as your event registration form.\nBring your event registration form (email confirmation).\nUpdate and pay for any newly added participants\nCollect your group’s patches and go have fun!\n\nPaper Form Registration (at a cost of $10 in person): \n\nDownload and print the Iron Horse Festival Registration Form 2025.\nBring your registration form and payment to registration.\nWait in line.\nSubmit your registration.\nMake payment** & receive receipt.\nCollect your group’s patches and go have fun!\n\n“Registration” and “Check-in” will be at the same location near the Potato Creek Beach House from 9 am-Noon Eastern Time on Saturday morning. \n“Check-in” will be the line for those groups who have registered online. \n“Registration” will be the line for those groups with paper registration forms. \nThose arriving after Noon Eastern Time can still register/check in at the OA Trading post located in the midway. \nCampers will have the opportunity to register/check in on Friday night from 7 pm-9 pm Eastern Time at the campsites.  See a Sakima Lodge Iron Horse Staff on Friday night for details. \n* The registration fee does not include the park entry fee\, camping fees\, or food. The entry fee to Indiana state parks is $7 per in-state car and $9 per out-of-state car. Please pass this information on to others in your unit attending. Car-pooling will help reduce a Troop or Pack’s expense of getting Scouts\, family\, and friends to the Iron Horse. Parents\, if just dropping off your Scout(s)\, the park has a reduced entry fee of $2.  Be sure to let them know you are just dropping off to receive this fee. \n** Park entrance fees and camping fees are paid to the park and cannot be combined with your hike registration fees. \nCAMPING OPTIONS AT POTATO CREEK STATE PARK.\nOption 1 – Scouting Campground Area – Circle D1 – (The Park has graciously held several sites for us to use this year.  However\, these can only be paid for in person on the day of the event – please do not call Potato Creek to book Option 1 campsites). \n\nExclusively for Cub Scout and Boy Scout units in tents and not for individual Scout families or camping trailers.\n4-8 tents may be set up on a site\nCost: $32.10 per site per night.  The park accepts cash through credit/debit cards are preferred.\nBooking for these sites can only be done in person on Friday October 17\, 2025\, at the Potato Creek Family Campground Office. The Campground office opens at 7:00 am Eastern Time. Sites are available on a first-come\, first-pick basis.\n\nOption 2 – Youth Tent Area – Potato Creek Park has advised that these sites are all full. \n\nCost: $2.14 per person\nMake a Reservation: To make advanced camping reservations in these areas\, go to the Indiana DNR Camping Reservation Website or call the Indiana DNR at 866-622-6746.  Please do not call LaSalle Council or Potato Creek State Park. Camping Reservations for all state properties are handled exclusively by the Indiana DNR.\n\nOption 3 – Family Campground – Circles A\, B\, C\, and D2 \n\nCost: $32.10 per site per night.\nMake a Reservation: To make advanced camping reservations in these areas\, go to the Indiana DNR Camping Reservation Website or call the Indiana DNR at 866-622-6746.  Please do not call LaSalle Council or Potato Creek State Park. Camping Reservations for all state properties are handled exclusively by the Indiana DNR.\n\nOption 4 – Family Cabins \n\nCost: TBD\nTo make advanced camping reservations in this area\, go to the Indiana DNR Camping Reservation Website or call the Indiana DNR at 866-622-6746.\n\nOrder Of The Arrow: Our Order Of The Arrow Headquarters will be at Sites 228 and 229 in D1. \nABOUT THE IRON HORSE\nThe Iron Horse Hike is hosted by the Sakima Lodge Order of the Arrow. The Order of the Arrow is the Scouting America’s Honor Camping Society. \nThe Iron Horse Festival Hike began in 1990 as an opportunity for Scouts to come together for a day and hike a trail. Since then\, it has grown from a small outing of several hundred hikers to the largest single-day Scouting event in the state of Indiana. The Iron Horse Hike is not just for Scouts but also family and friends. All are invited. Bring a friend! Bring your family! \nACTIVITIES\n\nHike the Iron Horse: First Hike starts 9:00AM.  Please meet at the Registration Area. \nThis is what started it all!  Hike either the 1-mile with Trivia\, the 2-mile\, or the 10-mile trails.\nJamboree on the Air (JOTA)\nJOTA is held at the same time as the Iron Horse Hike. JOTA? That stands for Jamboree on the Air. Ham radio operators and Scouts from across the globe will be talking to each other. We will have several ham radio operators on hand so Scouts at the Iron Horse can talk to Scouts across the world! Wow! Patches for JOTA will be available at the official Iron Horse Tradin’ Post. If you are a “Ham” bring your HT and find us at K2BSA9 on 146.56. \nBike the Iron Horse\nNeed a challenge? How about cycling the Iron Horse? Bike with your patrol or den on the Potato Creek Bike Trails. So bring your bikes to the park and CYCLE!!! \nCub Fun Area\nThe Cub Fun Area begins its 19th year at the Horse. Arts & Crafts\, Pumpkin Bowling\, Marshmallow Roasting\, and other activities are planned. Come\, See It and have Fun at Orchard Shelter East! \nIron Horse Patches\, Iron Horse T-shirts\, and other Memorabilia at the Trading Post \nThe Iron Horse Trading Post will once again be open with special patches and swag. The official Iron Horse Patch is always about trains. The full train includes the engine\, three cars\, and a caboose which are part of a special jacket patch that is available in limited quantities. Memorabilia is only available during the Festival. It is not available before or after the event. \nWe also have Iron Horse Festival hiking staff medallions @ $6 and Iron Horse Festival t-shirts\, youth and adult sizes\, $8+ \nScouting Memorabilia Show and Trade-O-Ree \nFor the First Time at Iron Horse\, we plan to have Patch Venders\, Scouting Memorabilia and Patch Trading at the Park. More information soon. \nGolden Spike Cafe – FOOD at the Iron Horse\nGreat Food is available at the Iron Horse for very reasonable prices at the Golden Spike Café at Orchard Shelter West. Why gather and lug all that cooking equipment and food to the park? Relax and enjoy the park. Let us do the cooking for you. Sakima Lodge accepts CASH or CHECKS at the diner. (No Credit Cards. No Debit Cards) Members of Sakima Lodge will be serving the following menu: \nPlease note that this is a preliminary menu\, we are still working on the offerings and the prices! \n\n\n\n Hamburger/cheeseburger\n $4.00\n\n\n Hot Dog\n $3.00\n\n\n Walking Tacos\n $2.00\n\n\n Chips\n $0.50\n\n\nSoft Drinks\nBottled Water\nHot Chocolate\nHot Coffee and Tea\n$1.00\n$1.00\n$0.50\n$0.50\n\n\n Hamburger (or Cheeseburger) Value Meal with Chips and a Drink\n $5.00\n\n\n 2 Hot Dog Value Meal With Chips and a Drink\n $6.00\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFirst Aid at the Iron Horse \nAid should be rendered and documented within the Pack or Troop. If additional First Aid is required\, you should call Potato Creek State Park on your cell phone at 574-656-8186 –OR–  find a Park Employee. They will have radios to call for help. If you can not reach the park – The Iron Horse committee will also have a First Aid Officer at the Beach House from 8 am to noon\, and then at the Orchard Shores area from noon to 4 pm. Be Safe at the Horse!!! \nLost and Found \nAny Scout-related items found at the park should be brought to the Trading Post in the parking lot of the Orchard Shelters. Items can be claimed there. Any items left over will be sent to the LaSalle Council Service Center. Call (574) 289-0337. \n \n  \n  \n  \nDid You Know…. \nPotato Creek State Park is a stop on the\n\nLearn more at www.indianabirdingtrail.com.
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/ironhorse/
LOCATION:Potato Creek State Park\, 25601 State Road 4\, North Liberty\, IN\, 46554\, United States
CATEGORIES:Order of the Arrow
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
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SUMMARY:Woodbadge
DESCRIPTION:It is our pleasure to extend a personal invitation to you to participate in the Wood Badge training experience\, where you will have an opportunity to share Scouting while developing your group leadership and team-building skills.\nIf you have been looking for a way to take your adult leadership skills to the next level\, this is it! This is not outdoor skills training\, this is developing your personal skills of group leadership. The Wood Badge course is only offered every two years and the training team is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality BSA training and personal growth experiences\, using Wood Lake Scout Reservation and Camp Topenebee as our bases. \nWood Badge 2025 Dates:\n\nSeptember 26\, 27\, 28 AND October 11\,12.\n**** Participants must attend both weekends in order to receive credit for this course ***\n-The first weeknd of training is September 26-28 and will be held at Camp Tamarack in Jones\, Michigan.\nTraining will begin on Friday at 8:00am and finish on Sunday by 5pm.\n-The second weekend of training is October 11-12 will be at Camp Topenebee in Michigan City\, Indiana.\nTraining will begin on Saturday the 11th at 8:00am and finish on Sunday by 5pm. \n2025 Event Costs:\nScouting America Members – $325 (includes $50 non-refundable deposit)\nStaff – $150  \n  \nRegister Today:\nTo register\, please visit: https://www.lasallecouncilbsa.org/woodbadge \nWho can attend?\nTo attend a Wood Badge course\, you must:\n1. Be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. (Youth 18 and older may attend as long as the appropriate Youth Protection guidelines are followed.)\n2. Have completed the basic training courses for your Scouting position.  Required Training by position.\n3. Be capable of functioning safely in an outdoor environment. All participants are required to complete the Annual Health and Medical Record form (available at www.scouting.org). Parts A\, B\, and C are required. Based on the stresses of the course\, part C should always be used. \nStaff Dates Will Include:\nStaff Orientation: June 7\, 8-12 Noon (at LaSalle Council Office)\nFirst Staff Weekend: July 11-13 (Camp Topenebee)\nSecond Staff Weekend: August 15-17 (Camp Tamarack) \nDownload Wood Badge Resources\nWood Badge Scholarship Application \nInformation For Employers Regarding Wood Badge
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/woodbadge/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Camp Tamarack\, 10891 Withers Street\, Jones\, MI\, 49061\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251004T093000
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SUMMARY:Christiana Creek Kayak Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 4th to paddle down our first “Bring Your Own Kayak” event!\nWe’ll travel approximately 5 miles on Christiana Creek\, starting in Michigan and ended in Indiana (tell your friends you paddled through two states). Be on the lookout for animals along the bank and fish under your seat! Because we will be out on the water\, this event will abide by all points of Safety Afloat. This event is only available to Scouts and Leaders who have successfully completed their Scouting America Swimmer’s Test. All participants will sign a participation waiver at the beginning of the day and because of the nature of moving water we do not recommend this trip to be a Scouts’ first trip in a solo kayak. \nRegistrants should plan to bring their own kayak unless otherwise noted on your registration form. There will be limited numbers of kayaks that are available if registrants do not have their own for a small additional fee. \nIf you are bringing your own kayak\, it is assumed that you will also be providing your own PFD. For all registrants who need to rent a kayak from Council\, you will be asked to provide your shirt size so we can have appropriately sized PFD’s for you as well. \nWe hope to see you on October 4th for a grand day out on the water! \nDownload the Itinerary \n 
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/christiana-creek-kayak-trip/
LOCATION:Redfield Bucklen Landing\, 22465-22613 Redfield St\, Edwardsburg\, MI\, 49112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aquatics - PC 476
ORGANIZER;CN="Adam Heet":MAILTO:AHeet@nd.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250612T150620Z
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SUMMARY:Free Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of the Indiana DNR FREE Fishing Day on September 27!\nBring a friend and introduce them to Scouting and fishing.  Bring your own equipment\, if you have it. \nIn 2025\, Indiana has three Free Fishing Days where residents can fish public waters without a license: May 4\, June 7-8\, and September 27. \n\nCub Scouts\, a part of Scouting America for ages 5-10\, can utilize these days toward earning the Summertime Fun award while learning about fishing. All other fishing regulations\, like bag limits and size limits\, still apply. To view Summertime Fun award requires\, visit here.\nScouts BSA youth can use these opportunities to brush up on their fishing skills or get the Fishing merit badge underway.\n\nTo find fishing locations near you\, visit https://www.in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/fishing/free-fishing-days/ .\n 
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/free-fishing/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250612T145944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T151138Z
UID:10000054-1758873600-1759078800@lasallecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Woodbadge
DESCRIPTION:It is our pleasure to extend a personal invitation to you to participate in the Wood Badge training experience\, where you will have an opportunity to share Scouting while developing your group leadership and team-building skills.\nIf you have been looking for a way to take your adult leadership skills to the next level\, this is it! This is not outdoor skills training\, this is developing your personal skills of group leadership. The Wood Badge course is only offered every two years and the training team is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality BSA training and personal growth experiences\, using Wood Lake Scout Reservation and Camp Topenebee as our bases. \nWood Badge 2025 Dates:\n\nSeptember 26\, 27\, 28 AND October 11\,12.\n**** Participants must attend both weekends in order to receive credit for this course ***\n-The first weeknd of training is September 26-28 and will be held at Camp Tamarack in Jones\, Michigan.\nTraining will begin on Friday at 8:00am and finish on Sunday by 5pm.\n-The second weekend of training is October 11-12 will be at Camp Topenebee in Michigan City\, Indiana.\nTraining will begin on Saturday the 11th at 8:00am and finish on Sunday by 5pm. \n2025 Event Costs:\nScouting America Members – $325 (includes $50 non-refundable deposit)\nStaff – $150  \n  \nRegister Today:\nTo register\, please visit: https://www.lasallecouncilbsa.org/woodbadge \nWho can attend?\nTo attend a Wood Badge course\, you must:\n1. Be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. (Youth 18 and older may attend as long as the appropriate Youth Protection guidelines are followed.)\n2. Have completed the basic training courses for your Scouting position.  Required Training by position.\n3. Be capable of functioning safely in an outdoor environment. All participants are required to complete the Annual Health and Medical Record form (available at www.scouting.org). Parts A\, B\, and C are required. Based on the stresses of the course\, part C should always be used. \nStaff Dates Will Include:\nStaff Orientation: June 7\, 8-12 Noon (at LaSalle Council Office)\nFirst Staff Weekend: July 11-13 (Camp Topenebee)\nSecond Staff Weekend: August 15-17 (Camp Tamarack) \nDownload Wood Badge Resources\nWood Badge Scholarship Application \nInformation For Employers Regarding Wood Badge
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/woodbadge/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Camp Tamarack\, 10891 Withers Street\, Jones\, MI\, 49061\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250612T161706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T142126Z
UID:10000068-1757750400-1757869200@lasallecouncil.org
SUMMARY:BALOO
DESCRIPTION:Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation\n\nCub Scout leader training is required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event\, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. \nBALOO training is comprised of two components—an online component and a practical\, hands-on component. \nBoth components must be completed to qualify as a “TRAINED” Cub Scout outdoor leader. \nThe online component must be completed prior to the practical component. \nThe online training contains introductory and basic information that will be built upon during the practical training. \nIt’s designed to introduce Cub Scout leaders to the opportunities for pack overnight camping. \nThis is an energetic training that will cover everything you need to know to plan and run a pack overnighter. \n\nTraining Information:\nRegistration at the picnic shelter\nEarly Birds can arrive at 8 am Central to pitch a tent at the campsite\nTraining runs from Saturday @ 9 am until Sunday @ 11 am Central Time\nCampsites will be assigned on Saturday morning \nTraining Fee- $35.00\nThe fee includes 3 meals\, cracker barrel\, program supplies\, and take home jump drive \nRecommended Supplies: \n\nTent\nSleeping Bag\nSleeping Pad or Mattress\nSturdy Shoes\nChange of Clothes\nSleeping Attire\nMess Kit\nSoap\, Washcloth\, Towel\nSunglasses\nCamp Chair\nCamera\nNotebook\, Pen\, Pencil\nCoat/ Jacket\, Cap\, and Gloves\nCub Scout Six Essentials\n\n  \n\nBring Health Forms A & B * Download Here\nPrerequisite for online training must be completed * Download Here
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/baloo/
LOCATION:Camp ToPeNeBee\, 0377 N. Holmesville Road\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew McClure":MAILTO:matthew.v.mcclure@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250907T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250805T173648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T155638Z
UID:10000168-1757232000-1757268000@lasallecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Cub Scout Boating Introduction
DESCRIPTION:This program will introduce basic boating concepts to Scouts at the Cub level and provide an opportunity to work in a small group to practice the skills they are learning. We’ll start off with basic boating safety and equipment overview and then move to the water for 90 minutes of safe skills practice and fun paddling. \nIdeal for those who have never been in a canoe before\, each Scout will be paired with their Parent/Guardian to help create fond memories. We’ll run 4 sessions throughout the day\, each session being 2 hours long (see session example below) For activity afloat\, those not classified as a swimmer (not having passed the BSA Swimmer’s Test in the last calendar year) may paddle or ride in a canoe or other paddle craft with an adult swimmer skilled in that craft as a buddy. If the adult accompanying the Scout for this event has also not passed the BSA Swimmer’s Test\, they will need to do so in advance of the event. Additional information will be sent to registrants. \nGathering Location: Stone Lake Beach\, LaPorte\nCost: $10 per registration pair (Scout and Parent/Guardian) \nSession Schedule \nPlease Bring completed Health Forms AB
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/cub-scout-boating-introduction/
LOCATION:Stone Lake Beach\, 300 Grangemouth Rd\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adam Heet":MAILTO:AHeet@nd.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250906T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250612T144017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T134032Z
UID:10000052-1757160000-1757181600@lasallecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Boating Merit Badges Day
DESCRIPTION:Audience and Cost:\nRegister for a day of boating at Camp Tamarack to either start a new merit badge\, or to hopefully complete a previously started partial. Scouts BSA youth members will be able to chose (at the time of registration) to work on Kayaking\, Canoeing\, or Rowing. The cost for this event will be $5.00 for Scouts completing a previous partial merit badge\, and $10.00 for Scouts who are starting a brand new merit badge. \nPurpose:\nBoating merit badges\, when offered during Summer Camp\, limits the opportunity of some youth to participate\, especially for those who do not already have their own watercraft. Weather related events can also adversely affect a Scout’s ability to complete a badge. This event provides an additional opportunity to leverage the Wood Lake waterfront through engagement and youth advancement. \nItinerary:\nProvided below more fully in the resources section\, the day will be broken into two phases: an early start for those beginning a brand new badge\, and a second session for those just needing to complete a previously started partial.\nClick here to download itinerary.
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/boating-merit-badges-day/
LOCATION:Camp Tamarack\, 10891 Withers Street\, Jones\, MI\, 49061\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250903T213350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T220546Z
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SUMMARY:2026 National Jamboree Open House
DESCRIPTION:Elevate Your Adventure at the 2026 National Jamboree!\nWelcome to the 2026 National Jamboree!\nJoin us at the world-renowned Summit Bechtel Reserve for an unforgettable adventure. Scouting’s flagship event is one of a kind. A gathering of approximately 30\,000 Scouts\, leaders\, and staff showcases everything great about the BSA and its members. The 2026 National Jamboree\, themed “ELEVATE\,” will challenge you to reach new heights in scouting\, leadership\, and personal growth. \nThe 2026 National Jamboree is open to Scouts BSA\, Venturing\, Explorer\, and Sea Scouts ages 12 and up! \n\nReady To Learn More?!?\nJoin us at the LaSalle Council Scout Office on Wednesday\, September 3\, 2025 at 6:30PM EST for an Open House and Informational Session!  We only have 13 spots still left with our contingent and want everyone to have an opportunty to join us on this lifetime experience. \nWant to learn more? Visit our home page here: https://www.lasallecouncilbsa.org/Jamboree2026
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/2026-national-jamboree-open-house/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5742898024?pwd=VjNnZTZnUFFadkJPc3VOVTh3K21Idz09&omn=87581916770
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260504T171647
CREATED:20250730T152701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T152701Z
UID:10000165-1754006400-1754092799@lasallecouncil.org
SUMMARY:World Scout Scarf Day
DESCRIPTION:August 1st is World Scout Scarf Day\nIt is a day to celebrate the unity and spirit of Scouting around the world. Scouts are encouraged to wear their neckerchiefs (or scarves) with pride\, symbolizing their connection to the global Scouting movement. The day commemorates the first Brownsea Island Scout camp in 1907. \nIn addition to being World Scout Scarf Day\, August 1st also marks the anniversary of the conversion of Exploring Posts to Venturing Crews in 1998. This means it’s also recognized as the birthday of Venturing\, an arm of Scouting in the United States. \nHow do we celebrate in LaSalle Council?\n– Wear your neckerchief!\n– Share photos on social media (using hashtags like #WorldScoutScarfDay and #LaSalleCouncil).\n– Participate in Scouting activities.\n– You can also download our 2025 World Scout Scarf Day Certificate (PDF) to commemorate your participation.
URL:https://lasallecouncil.org/event/world-scout-scarf-day/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Trojan - Council Program & Properties Director":MAILTO:Kevin.Trojan@Scouting.org
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