Greenwich Scouts Collect over 4000 Pounds of Food in Scouting for Food 2007

With the annual Scouting for Food project, Scouts and leaders collected over 4,000 pounds of canned food for residents served by Neighbor to Neighbor. The Black Wolf District of the Greenwich Council, BSA conducted the Scouting for Food drive this spring. This was a great opportunity for all Scouts and the Greenwich community to do a good turn. This annual canned food drive helped help Neighbor to Neighbor, which serves the Greenwich area by providing clothing and food to those in need. Scouting leaders had received Collection bags at their Roundtables.

Bags were distributed around the unit’s neighborhood and fliers inside each bag  informed the Greenwich community on when to place their Collection bag filled with canned food items on their doorstep. Scouts and leaders followed the Youth Protection Guidelines in this project.  All Scouts went with a buddy. Cub Scouts were accompanied by an adult. Filled Collection bags were also dropped off at the following Fire Houses: Glenville Fire Department, Cos Cob Fire Department, Sound Beach Fire Department, and Byram Fire Department. Neighbor to Neighbor received the following items:  Canned fruit, Canned vegetables, Canned meat (stew, ravioli, chicken, ham, tuna), Pasta sauce, Cereal, Rice, and Pasta. (back to top)

Experience the Difference One Summer Can Make!

Attend the Seton Day Camp in Greenwich. Outdoor adventure for boys 7 to 17. No Scouting experience required. Enjoy archery, arts, crafts, boating, fishing, hiking, nature, Scoutcraft, sports, games, and swimming. Boys ages 11 to 17 also experience field trips and rock climbing.

Boys completing grades 1 to 4 can attend the Cub Scout Day Camp. Boys ages 11 to 17 can attend the Boy Scout Day Camp. No Scouting experience required.

The Seton Scout Reservation offers 249 acres of scenic and pristine adventure at 363 Riversville Road in Greenwich.

The six one-week sessions in the summer of 2008 begin June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, and August 4. The program runs Monday-Thursday (9 am to 4 pm) and Friday (9 am to 3 pm). Extended Day option is 8 am drop-off (Mon.-Fri.) and 5 pm pickup (Mon.-Thurs.) for additional fees.

Seton Day Camp Activities

Swimming.  Your child will participate in recreational swim sessions in our Olympic pool under the supervision of certified lifeguards.  Every child takes a swim test which determines his ability in the water.

Fishing. Campers test their angling skills in Seton’s lakes and streams which are stocked with trout, sunfish, and the elusive small mouthed bass.  Campers may bring their own fishing gear or use poles and equipment supplied by the camp.

Field Sports and Games.  Seton Day Camp offers basketball, volleyball, kickball, and other activities.  Campers also relax with one of our board games on the shaded porch of the Pray Building.

Boating and Canoeing.  Hillegas Lake provides an ideal setting for instruction and usage of row boats, canoes, and paddle boats under the watchful eye of certified instructors and lifeguards.  All boaters wear Coast Guard certified Personal Flotation Devices (PFD).

Archery.   At the archery range, boys get to perfect their bow and arrow skills.  This takes place under the guidance of a Connecticut certified instructor who ensures safety and proper techniques.

Nature, Scoutcraft, and Hikes.  Nature classes, Scoutcraft, and hikes are held on the 249 acres of lakes, streams, and fields in this beautiful, living outdoor wilderness where years of Scouting expertise can be shared with our campers.

Rock Climbing. (boys out of grade 5 and up to age 17).  Campers use their agility and strength to scale the heights of local formations.

Cultural Field Trips (boys out of grade 5 and up to age 17).  Discover landmarks, museums, and historical sites and have fun while learning. (back to top)

Boy Scouts Receive National

Quality Council Award

The Greenwich Council, Boy Scouts of America received the National Quality Council Award for the 13th consecutiveyear.

The Council was recognized for its achievements

in membership growth, financial stability and program

development by the Northeast Region Boy Scouts of America.

On hand to receive the award were, (l-r) Council President Robert Nalewajek, District Executive Brian Landi and Scout Executive Tom Jansen.

Founded in 1912, the Greenwich Council serves over

2,400 youth in Greenwich with traditional programs in

Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting and Venturing, as well as,

character education programs in Learning for Life and

Exploring.

The Council owns the 249 acre Ernest Thompson Seton Scout Reservation off Riversville Road in Greenwich where it operates additional programs. (back to top)

Greenwich Scouts and Leaders are Prepared

Be Prepared is the motto of the Boy Scouts. It is one of our vital Values for Life. “Be prepared for what?” someone once asked Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting. “Why, for any old thing.” said Baden-Powell. Scouts receive training that helps them live up to the Scout motto.

In the summer of 2006, twelve Greenwich Scouts and leaders were on the remote trails of Philmont Scout Ranch in the mountains of New Mexico, where a Scout became hypothermic, lethargic, and unable to shiver. Greenwich Scouts and leaders drew on their extensive Scout wilderness first aid training to provide swift and calm treatment and a life was saved. The National Council, Boy Scouts of America recognized their act of heroism by presenting its National Certificate of Merit to: Greenwich Scouts Mike McKay, Daniel Russell, and Jason Willbee, and Greenwich leaders Barney Baldwin and Mike Wellington.

Baden-Powell wasn’t thinking just of being ready for emergencies. His idea was that all Scouts should prepare themselves to become productive citizens and to give service to other people. He wanted each Scout to be ready in mind and body for any struggles, and to meet with a strong heart whatever challenges might lie ahead. Scouts are prepared for life—to live happily and without regret, knowing that they have done their best. Scouts are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do their duty. They are prepared in mind by having thought out beforehand.(back to top)

Cub Scouts Bring Holiday Spirit to Greenwich Woods Nursing Home

For seven years Pack 37 has brightened up the holiday season at the Greenwich Woods Nursing home on King Street in Greenwich. This year the boys played a concert which started off with an old Cub Scout Favorite, “I’ve got that Cub Scout spirit...”. The boys then sang, “Deck the Halls,” “Jingle Bells,” and “We Wish You a Happy Holidays”.The concert also featured solo peformances by Eugene Constandaki, Anthony Shaw, and Sergei Shaw. Eugene played a violin duet of “Joy to the World” with his mother Sophie. He then played his own violin rendition of “The Little Drummer Boy.” Anthony Shaw played “The First Nowell,” on the piano. His brother Sergei, also played the piano and entertained the crowd with “Jingle Bells.”
At their Pack Meeting before the concert, the Boys made ornaments which the presented to the residents of Greenwich Woods after the concert. The Boys used wire and beads to construct very colorful snowflake ornaments. The Boys also constructed and decorated Ginger Bread Houses which they gave to the Nursing Home Residents to display in the entryway to the facility. (back to top)