We have heard there is some confusion regarding the closing of the Council Service Center in Everett. Below is the latest information. Council Service Center and Trading Post The physical location will cease office operations on February 14, 2025 Office and staff phone numbers and emails will stay the same You can find a list […]
Dear Scouting families and supporters, As part of the conditions to the National lawsuit, the Mount Baker Council agreed to sell our Council office located in Everett, WA, and use the proceeds to fulfill our settlement commitments. After careful negotiations, we are announcing that the Everett Service Center has been sold, and we will be […]
The Mount Baker Council is proud to announce that long-time Council staff member, Brian Lenhart, has accepted a District Director role with the Northern Lights Council, headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, starting January 15th, 2025. We are excited for Brian’s new opportunity to support the Scouts and volunteers around the Minot, North Dakota area and […]
On behalf of the Mount Baker Council, I would like to congratulate Kevin Nichols on his selection as the new Scout Executive of the Connecticut Yankee Council, headquartered Milford, CT. Kevin has successfully served as our Scout Executive since February 1, 2018. We thank Kevin for his leadership of our staff and the day-to-day operations […]
The new name reflects the continuing efforts to welcome everyone to experience the benefits of Scouting. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 7, 2024 – The Boy Scouts of America today announced that it will be changing its name to Scouting America. This change reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcoming every youth in America to experience […]
June 10, 2022 Dear Scouting Family, You may have seen or heard about recent advertisements promoting a documentary about the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), which is expected to be released on June 16 by streaming service provider Hulu. The documentary covers a range of complex topics, including youth protection, the national organization’s financial restructuring […]
SUMMARYDo you have a troop equipment trailer? If you do, be sure you pay careful attention to the task of properly securingyour trailer when not in use to prevent theft. In addition to the cost of the trailer itself, the replacement of troopequipment and sometimes personal items may be several thousand dollars, as well as […]
The Scouting @ Home Committee has been hard at work creating fun activities and ideas to help our Scouts “Scout On”. The Mount Baker Council website has many resources to help your unit be successful. Check out the Monthly Scouting @ Home Themes for recommended monthly themes. From monthly meeting resources to awards and merit […]
Dear Scouting Family — As the national organization reaches a significant moment in its bankruptcy case, the Mount Baker Council wants our Scouting community to know that we share in the Boy Scouts of America’s heartfelt support for victims of past abuse in Scouting. Tens of thousands of individuals submitted claims in advance of the […]
Let’s start at the very basics! Do you know where to find up-to-the-minute safety information for Scouts and Scouters? The scouting.org website. Take time to become familiar with all the safety information under Scouting Safely to help all of us keep Scouts safe. GENERAL INFORMATION – Check out these sections of the Scouting Safely page: Scouting Safely […]
