Boy Scouts of America - 429 Northern Lights Council

the Northern Lights Council, Boy Scouts of America is a not-for-profit organization devoted to our mission of preparing young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them values of the scout oath and law. This mission is implemented through five elements that encompass the foundation of scouting, leadership, achievement, character, service and outdoors. the programs of scouting include; cub Scouts for boys and girls in kindergarten through the fifth grade, Scouts bsa for young men and women 14 through 17 years of age, and venturing for young men and women 14 through 20 years of age. the Northern Lights Council, b.s.a. 's most recognizable method for delivering these programs is through outdoor activities that include day camps, resident camps, Council organized family camps, camporees, summer camps, national jamborees and high adventure camping. A second method for achieving the mission is through the awards and recognition youth receive from achievement of skills, participation in activities, community service and advancement within the various programs.our Council provides service to 78 counties in 4 states. Currently we have 4,817 youth members and 1,747 adult volunteer leaders in our Council. Over 5,500 youth were served throughout 2023. Any youth or leader is eligible to join the scouting program if they are willing to subscribe to the bsa's declaration of religious principle, the policies and bylaws of the Boy Scouts, and the age/grade joining requirements.

Camp operations - camps are used by Scouts and adult volunteers for outdoor camping activities, training courses, conferences, and meetings. Camp is our outdoor classroom to teach skills, build character, promote good citizenship, and earn merit badges based on life lessons, skills, hobbies and occupations.