3-Minute Update - August 7, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re at 4631 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Popcorn sales support everything from camp to local programs. Sign up now to get first dibs on storefront registrations (opens end of July). Also, key updates and helpful resources. Register today at lecscouting.org/popcorn or contact Anastasia Duller at aduller@scouting.org for help.

Registration for Cub Haunted is open! Happening the first three weekends in October, register soon to take advantage of the early bird price! Our spooky, scary, haunted mansion theme is complete with pumpkin carving, cider making, haunted trails and fall fun! Also looking for troops to volunteer.

Back to school time is just around the corner! It’s time to start planning your units fall recruitment events. Contact your unit service executive for assistance and don’t forget to request your materials early!

LEC Religious Relationships Committee seeking new members:

If you are a faith-filled Scouter and would a group of like-minded Scouters to help promote Religious Emblems, please contact Jim Hickey. Additionally, The LEC religious Relationships Committee is looking for a volunteer in the east and west areas of the Council to serve as an Area Captain for funeral honor guards. This person would coordinate the Honor Guard in their respective area. Again, please reach out to Jim Hickey with any questions.

This summer, you can enjoy Scouting at home with your family or even while on a family trip.  Become a Scouting summer scholar by completing some requirements, and in the end, you can earn a patch.  A few of the requirements you might be doing all the time, for example, fishing, going to the zoo, or a national park. Visit the link below and get started.  

Are you interested in planning a trek to Philmont? Have you heard other scouters talk about Philmont, but don’t know what it is? Do you have a scout looking to find an existing trek they can join with? You’ll want to come check out the Philmont: A Leader’s Guide information night on August 13th at the Lake Erie Council Unit Service Center. This free, one-hour informational session will cover everything from planning treks to Philmont training opportunities, and lots more! Come with your questions or just to learn! You can register for the session now and contact Joe Ferencie with any questions.

Come to the Adventure Lab for a free Open House on Thursday August 28th from 5-8pm. Test out some of the programs the Adventure Lab is offering this fall and play with the cool gadgets and tech that live in the Adventure Lab! Participants will even be able to enter for a chance to win a FREE Lab offering! Open Cub Scouts, Scouts, and their families. Light refreshments will be offered.

Attention all Cub Scouts! The Champions for Nature Loop Lab begins at the Adventure Lab in September! Cub Scouts looking to earn their Champions for Nature Loop can attend one of 6 sessions on September 9th, 11th, 16th, 23rd 25th, or 30th at The Adventure Lab from 4:30-6pm. Attend as a pack, den, or just you and your family! Sessions are $15 and parents and guardians attending are free. Register today!

For Scouts BSA the Adventure Lab is kicking off its Fall Program in September with some exciting programs! For Second class Scouts and up, attend a 2 part first aid badge lab on September 9th and 30th, For Scouts 14+, we have a Personal Management Badge Lab on September 11th, All scouts can attend the Disability Awareness Badge Lab on September 16th, Safety Badge Lab on Sept 23rd, Chemistry Badge Lab on Sept 25th, and bring your non-scout friends to an Engineering Exploration on Sept 27th! Event specific information can be found on the calendar on the LEC website. For more info, contact Sarah at sarah.demetruk@scouting.org

Beaumont’s Wilderness Engineers weekend is September 12th-14th! No special skills necessary, just the desire to help bring the Scouting program to all youth through a positive camping experience. Meals & housing are provided! Wilderness Engineers is open to anyone who is 18 years old or older!

Following Wilderness engineers, we are excited to invite you to be part of a very special event – The Stewards of Beaumont – a gathering that brings together friends, families, alumni, and supporters of Beaumont Scout Reservation to celebrate our camp's legacy and ensure its continued success for generations to come. September 14, 2025 at 12:30pm in the Augustus. Register today!

The national catholic committee on Scouting camporee is being held from October 17th-19th 2025. This “Pilgrims of Hope” camporee is open to all scouts, not just Catholic units. You can find more information here and for any questions contact Jim Hickey. 

Do you have what it takes to make a difference next summer? We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Beaumont Scout Reservation Camp Staff! Whether you're returning for another great season or looking to join for the first time, this is your chance to be part of something truly impactful. Camp staff is more than just a summer job — it's a chance to lead, grow, and help Scouts create lifelong memories. We’re looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who want to:
Make a positive impact on hundreds of youth - Build leadership and teaching skills Work outdoors in a fun, team-focused environment Be part of a tradition that changes lives Ready to apply or know someone who should? start your application today!

Thanks to everyone who already filled out our Special Needs Survey last month! If you haven’t had a chance yet, there’s still time! Your input helps us make Scouting more inclusive and accessible for everyone. It only takes a few minutes, and it makes a big impact. Click the link to submit your responses.

That’s it for this week folks! We want to give a special shoutout and thank you, to the 50+ volunteers who helped make S’more Cub Adventures happen this summer! The Muggywampus is contained until next summer. Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - July 24, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up to 4632 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new Scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Popcorn sales support everything from camp to local programs. Sign up now to get first dibs on storefront registrations! They open to everyone TODAY! Also, key updates and helpful resources. Register today at lecscouting.org/popcorn or contact Anastasia Duller at aduller@scouting.org for help.

Get ready to supercharge your Fall recruitment season with two exciting national webinars designed to help you reach more families and grow your Units.
Thursday, July 31st 8:00 PM Eastern is the 2025 National Fall Cub Scouts Membership Recruitment Kick-Off. Link to register:

Thursday, August 7th 8 PM Eastern is the Scouts BSA Membership Recruitment Kick-Off! Link to register. Both of these webinars will feature proven strategies, new ideas, and tons of great tips and tricks to boost your new member recruitment.

Speaking of fall recruitment, back to school time is just around the corner! It’s time to start planning your units fall recruitment events. Contact your unit service executive for assistance and don’t forget to request your materials early!

We are celebrating the 25th year of the FEST on Sunday, August the 3rd at the Center for Pastoral Leadership, formerly Borromeo Seminary in Wickliffe. We are requesting help with the Scouting America Climbing Wall and tent display. We are looking for scouters and scouts to help in two hour shifts. Please contact Tony DaFonseca at BSAdad01@gmail.com or visit theFEST.us/volunteer for a day of Free, Family, Fun!!!

LEC Religious Relationships Committee seeking new members:

If you are a faith-filled Scouter and would a group of like-minded Scouters to help promote Religious Emblems, please contact Jim Hickey. Additionally, The LEC religious Relationships Committee is looking for a volunteer in the east and west areas of the Council to serve as an Area Captain for funeral honor guards. This person would coordinate the Honor Guard in their respective area. Again, please reach out to Jim Hickey with any questions.

This summer, you can enjoy Scouting at home with your family or even while on a family trip.  Become a Scouting summer scholar by completing some requirements, and in the end, you can earn a patch.  A few of the requirements you might be doing all the time, for example, fishing, going to the zoo, or a national park. Visit the link below and get started.  

Are you interested in planning a trek to Philmont? Have you heard other scouters talk about Philmont, but don’t know what it is? Do you have a scout looking to find an existing trek they can join with? You’ll want to come check out the Philmont: A Leader’s Guide information night on August 13th at the Lake Erie Council Unit Service Center. This free, one-hour informational session will cover everything from planning treks to Philmont training opportunities, and lots more! Come with your questions or just to learn! You can register for the session now and contact Joe Ferencie with any questions.

The national catholic committee on Scouting camporee is being held from October 17th-19th 2025. This “Pilgrims of Hope” camporee is open to all Scouts, not just Catholic units. You can find more information here and for any questions contact Jim Hickey. 

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Additionally, mark your calendars for July 30th-August 8th of 2027 for the World Scout Jamboree being held in Poland. Celebrate 120 years of Scouting with scouting groups from around the world! Visit Jamboree2027.org for more information.

Hey, in case you missed it, all merit badge pamphlets are now free to access online! You can find a list of all merit badges here and then simply click on the merit badge you need and scroll down to click on “Download the free pamphlet” Pretty cool!

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - July 10, 2025

Hey everyone, and welcome to this week’s 3-Minute Update!
Tyler’s off this cycle, so you’ve got me—Ian Bailey—coming to you live from the one and only Membership Tracker!

And guess what? We’ve hit 4,631 youth served here in Lake Erie Council! That’s 4,631 high-fives, fist bumps, and future leaders—and we’re charging full speed toward that 6,000 Scout milestone! Let’s keep the momentum going and jump into this week’s news!

Sign up now to get first dips on storefront registrations (opens end of July). Also, key updates and helpful resources. Popcorn sales support everything from camp to local programs. Register today at lecscouting.org/popcorn or contact Anastasia Duller at aduller@scouting.org for help.

Supercharge Your Fall Recruitment! Get ready for two exciting national webinars designed to help you grow your unit and reach more families this Fall.

The Cub Scouts Recruitment Kick-Off is Thursday, July 31 at 8:00 PM ET
Join leaders from across the country for a high-energy session packed with proven strategies, fresh ideas, and inspiration to launch a successful recruitment season.

The Scouts BSA Recruitment Kick-Off is Thursday, August 7 at 8:00 PM ET
This session is tailored for Scouts BSA leaders, with actionable tips and national insights to help you lead bold, effective recruitment in your community.

Don’t miss out—register today and let’s make Fall 2025 our biggest season yet!

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Register before July 15th of this year and receive an exclusive Jamboree duffle bag!

Each day at The Adventure Lab is packed with hands-on fun in STEM, First Aid, Cooking, Arts, Robotics, and more led by trained professionals.

K–5th graders enjoy extra activities like Climbing Wall, Archery, Slingshots, and BB Range.  6th–12th graders get added Climbing Wall time.

Programs run 9:00 AM–4:00 PM with drop-off at 8:45 AM and pickup by 4:30 PM. Lunch is included. Join us for one day or many—every day is a new adventure!

We are celebrating the 25th year of the FEST on Sunday, August the 3rd at the Center for Pastoral Leadership, formerly Borromeo Seminary in Wickliffe. We are requesting help with the Scouting America Climbing Wall and tent display. We are looking for scouters and scouts to help in two hour shifts. Please contact Tony DaFonseca at BSAdad01@gmail.com or visit theFEST.us/volunteer for a day of Free, Family, Fun!!!

This summer, you can enjoy Scouting at home with your family or even while on a family trip.  Become a Scouting summer scholar by completing some requirements, and in the end, you can earn a patch.  A few of the requirements you might be doing all the time, for example, fishing, going to the zoo, or a national park. Visit the link below and get started.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - June 21, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up to 4612 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new Scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Time is winding down to be able to register for this years Wood Badge course! Don’t miss out on this fantastic training opportunity! Sign up to secure your spot today!

The 2025 Popcorn Sale is a powerful way to fund your unit’s Scouting adventures. By signing up now, your unit will receive access to up-to-date communications and access to resources like your unit's opportunity to sign up for storefronts! They open in July!  Whether you’re looking to support camp or local programming, popcorn can make it happen. Get started by registering at the lecscouting.org/popcorn or if you need help contact Anastasia Duller at aduller@scouting.org 

Get ready to supercharge your Fall recruitment season with two exciting national webinars designed to help you reach more families and grow your Units.
First up: The 2025 National Fall Cub Scouts Membership Recruitment Kick-Off!
Thursday, July 31st 8:00 PM Eastern

Link to register: This is your chance to join Cub Scout leaders from across the country for a high-energy, inspiring session. You'll hear from national and council leaders, explore proven recruitment strategies, and walk away feeling fired up and ready to take action in your community. Then one week later: It’s the Scouts BSA Membership Recruitment Kick-Off! Thursday, August 7th  8 PM Eastern Link to register

This powerful webinar is tailor-made for Scouts BSA leaders. You’ll connect with national voices, discover actionable ideas, and gain the confidence to lead bold, local recruitment efforts this Fall. Let’s make Fall 2025 our biggest season yet and keep Scouting Strong!

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Register before July 15th of this year and receive an exclusive Jamboree duffle bag!

Spend your Summer exploring at The Adventure Lab! Each day of Summer provides students with the opportunity to explore different areas such as: STEM, First Aid, Crafts & Common Arts, Cooking, Health Care, Fine Arts, Communications, Robotics, and more! Each day is filled with hands-on activities, collaborative team building, and career exploration. Each day will be taught by a trained counselor in the subject area or a professional in the field. Programs for K-5th graders will include additional activities such as Climbing Wall, Archery, Sling Shots, and BB Range. Programs for 6th-12th graders will include additional Climbing Wall opportunities. Programs fill the day from 9am-4pm, and we allow for drop off as early as 8:45 am. Programming will conclude at 4pm, and all students are expected to be picked up by 4:30pm. Lunch will be provided for students daily.  Students can attend 1 day or multiple days.

We are celebrating the 25th year of the FEST on Sunday, August the 3rd at the Center for Pastoral Leadership, formerly Borromeo Seminary in Wickliffe. We are requesting help with the Scouting America Climbing Wall and tent display. We are looking for scouters and scouts to help in two hour shifts. Please contact Tony DaFonseca at BSAdad01@gmail.com or visit theFEST.us/volunteer for a day of Free, Family, Fun!!!

This summer, you can enjoy Scouting at home with your family or even while on a family trip.  Become a Scouting summer scholar by completing some requirements, and in the end, you can earn a patch.  A few of the requirements you might be doing all the time, for example, fishing, going to the zoo, or a national park. Visit the link below and get started.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - June 12, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up to 4612 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Big news, Scouters! The brand-new Safeguarding Youth Training is here to replace Youth Protection Training! Already up to date on YPT? Great! You’re covered until it expires or until May 31, 2026 (whichever comes first). The new course is live now at my.scouting.org. Let’s get trained and do our part to keep our Scouts safe and strong!

Time is winding down to be able to register for this years Wood Badge course! Don’t miss out on this fantastic training opportunity! Sign up to secure your spot today!

It’s time to pop into action — popcorn sign-up is officially open! Selling popcorn is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways for your unit to fund your Scouting adventures all year long. Whether you're heading to summer camp, planning a high-adventure trip, or just covering dues, popcorn helps make it possible. If you're not already registered, now's the time! Sign up at LECSCOUTING.ORG/POPCORN. And if you know a family considering joining Scouting, remind them — this is just one of the many opportunities that supports your Scouts! Popcorn information will also be available at the fall kickoff trainings on June 24th, 25th, and 28th. There will also be a virtual popcorn kickoff on June 29th.

In person, fall kick off meetings are happening now! Remaining kickoffs include: June 24th 6pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. Saturday June 28th at 1:30pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. June 25th6:30pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick offs in your area.

Get ready to supercharge your Fall recruitment season with two exciting national webinars designed to help you reach more families and grow your Units.
First up: The 2025 National Fall Cub Scouts Membership Recruitment Kick-Off!
Thursday, July 31st 8:00 PM Eastern
Link to register:
This is your chance to join Cub Scout leaders from across the country for a high-energy, inspiring session. You'll hear from national and council leaders, explore proven recruitment strategies, and walk away feeling fired up and ready to take action in your community.
Then one week later: It’s the Scouts BSA Membership Recruitment Kick-Off!
Thursday, August 7th  8 PM Eastern
Link to register

This powerful webinar is tailor-made for Scouts BSA leaders. You’ll connect with national voices, discover actionable ideas, and gain the confidence to lead bold, local recruitment efforts this Fall. Let’s make Fall 2025 our biggest season yet and keep Scouting Strong!

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Register before July 15th of this year and receive an exclusive Jamboree duffle bag!

Scouting America has launched a revised Troop Self-Assessment program designed to replace the Journey to Excellence (JTE) system with a more user-friendly approach that takes just 10 minutes per topic to complete. The new assessment features 9-12 targeted questions that help troops identify strengths and growth opportunities throughout the year, not just annually. This streamlined tool provides immediate feedback, connects troops with tailored resources, and integrates with the Unit Metrics system. Scout leaders can access this game-changing assessment tool through the Troop Leader Resources website, with additional implementation guides coming soon.  

Spend your Summer exploring at The Adventure Lab! Each day of Summer provides students with the opportunity to explore different areas such as: STEM, First Aid, Crafts & Common Arts, Cooking, Health Care, Fine Arts, Communications, Robotics, and more! Each day is filled with hands-on activities, collaborative team building, and career exploration. Each day will be taught by a trained counselor in the subject area or a professional in the field. Programs for K-5th graders will include additional activities such as Climbing Wall, Archery, Sling Shots, and BB Range. Programs for 6th-12th graders will include additional Climbing Wall opportunities. Programs fill the day from 9am-4pm, and we allow for drop off as early as 8:45 am. Programming will conclude at 4pm, and all students are expected to be picked up by 4:30pm. Lunch will be provided for students daily.  Students can attend 1 day or multiple days.

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - May 29, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up to 4612 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Big news, Scouters! The brand-new Safeguarding Youth Training is here to replace Youth Protection Training! Already up to date on YPT? Great! You’re covered until it expires or until May 31, 2026 (whichever comes first). The new course is live now at my.scouting.org. Let’s get trained and do our part to keep our Scouts safe and strong!

Registrations for Wood Badge and NYLT are open, so sign up today!

It’s time to pop into action — popcorn sign-up is officially open! Selling popcorn is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways for your unit to fund your Scouting adventures all year long. Whether you're heading to summer camp, planning a high-adventure trip, or just covering dues, popcorn helps make it possible. If you're not already registered, now's the time! Sign up at LECSCOUTING.ORG/POPCORN. And if you know a family considering joining Scouting, remind them — this is just one of the many opportunities that supports your Scouts! Popcorn information will also be available at the fall kickoff trainings on June 24th, 25th, and 28th. There will also be a virtual popcorn kickoff on June 29th.

In person, fall kick off meetings are coming to a town near you! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. For the West you have June 11th  6pm at Snow Road picnic area Parma metro park. June 12th 6pm at Rocky River civic center gazebo. June 24th 6pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. In the East you have June 5th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream in Solon. June 11th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream Van Aken. In the Far East you have Saturday June 28th at 1:30pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. In the Far West you have June 25th 6:30pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick offs in your area.

The culmination of Pinewood Derby season is coming up on June 7th at our 2025 Lake Erie Council Pinewood Derby! Hosted at Swings-N-Things in Olmsted Falls, this is the perfect opportunity for your Pack's Top 3 racers to compete at the council level and showcase what their car can do! It's $10 per youth to register, and each racer will receive a patch for participating! You can register for the Derby on the Council Calendar, and for more information you can reach out to Ian Bailey.

Following the Derby, Swings-N-Things will be hosting their 2025 Scout Night! This is a fantastic and fun overnight for Scouts of all ages to celebrate Scouting. Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages and more will be open and running throughout the night, and it's sure to be an incredible event. Scouts and their Adults can register at https://swingsnthings.centeredgeonline.com/, and the first 100 overnighters to register will receive a Free Overnighter patch! Tickets are $25 per person, and Adults are required to spend the night with their scouts. Reach out to Ian Bailey for any further questions

Scouts and future scouts of all ages grab your tackle box, pole and join the fun! Saturday June 14 at Punderson State Park. The cost is $10 with registration opening at 7am and the derby runs from 8-11am. Prizes awarded at 11:30 am. For more info please contact Janice.

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Register before July 15th of this year and receive an exclusive Jamboree duffle bag!

Scouting America has launched a revised Troop Self-Assessment program designed to replace the Journey to Excellence (JTE) system with a more user-friendly approach that takes just 10 minutes per topic to complete. The new assessment features 9-12 targeted questions that help troops identify strengths and growth opportunities throughout the year, not just annually. This streamlined tool provides immediate feedback, connects troops with tailored resources, and integrates with the Unit Metrics system. Scout leaders can access this game-changing assessment tool through the Troop Leader Resources website, with additional implementation guides coming soon.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - May 15, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews, coming to you from Avon Elementary School, a school district where I’ve been doing Scout talks all week! There is still time to welcome new scout families before all the summer fun, so call your schools and set up some scout talks today! We’re up to 4580 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Registrations for Wood Badge and NYLT are open, so sign up today!

It’s time to pop into action — popcorn sign-up is officially open! Selling popcorn is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways for your unit to fund your Scouting adventures all year long. Whether you're heading to summer camp, planning a high-adventure trip, or just covering dues, popcorn helps make it possible. If you're not already registered, now's the time! Sign up at LECSCOUTING.ORG/POPCORN. And if you know a family considering joining Scouting, remind them — this is just one of the many opportunities that supports your Scouts! Popcorn information will also be available at the fall kickoff trainings on June 24th, 25th, and 28th. There will also be a virtual popcorn kickoff on June 29th.

In person, fall kick off meetings are coming to a town near you! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. For the West you have June 11th  6pm at Snow Road picnic area Parma metro park. June 12th 6pm at Rocky River civic center gazebo. June 24th 6pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. In the East you have June 5th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream in Solon. June 11th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream Van Aken. In the Far East you have Saturday June 28th at 1:30pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. In the Far West you have June 25th 6:30pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick offs in your area.

The culmination of Pinewood Derby season is coming up on June 7th at our 2025 Lake Erie Council Pinewood Derby! Hosted at Swings-N-Things in Olmsted Falls, this is the perfect opportunity for your Pack's Top 3 racers to compete at the council level and showcase what their car can do! It's $10 per youth to register, and each racer will receive a patch for participating! You can register for the Derby on the Council Calendar, and for more information you can reach out to Ian Bailey.

Following the Derby, Swings-N-Things will be hosting their 2025 Scout Night! This is a fantastic and fun overnight for Scouts of all ages to celebrate Scouting. Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages and more will be open and running throughout the night, and it's sure to be an incredible event. Scouts and their Adults can register at https://swingsnthings.centeredgeonline.com/, and the first 100 overnighters to register will receive a Free Overnighter patch! Tickets are $25 per person, and Adults are required to spend the night with their scouts. Reach out to Ian Bailey for any further questions

Scouts and future scouts of all ages grab your tackle box, pole and join the fun! Saturday June 14 at Punderson State Park. The cost is $10 with registration opening at 7am and the derby runs from 8-11am. Prizes awarded at 11:30 am. For more info please contact Janice.

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

The 2026 National Jamboree registration is now open! Register soon to secure your spot! Register before July 15th of this year and receive an exclusive Jamboree duffle bag!

I want to end this week’s episode by giving a BIG thank you to our Stewards of Firelands Scout Reservation. The Stewards of Firelands dinner this past Monday funded $97,135 worth of projects all around the camp that will improve the experience of young people who come to visit the property. THANK YOU to our Stewards and your generous support.

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - May 1, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up to 4576 youth served in Lake Erie Council! Every day and every new scout gets us one step closer to 6000! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

Let’s go over some upcoming training! EDGE training is happening on May 18th at the unit service center. Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops is happening May 17th at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Also, registration is open for both Wood Badge and NYLT!

In person, fall kick off meetings are coming to a town near you! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. For the West you have June 11th  6pm at Snow Road picnic area Parma metro park. June 12th 6pm at Rocky River civic center gazebo. June 24th 6pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. In the East you have June 5th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream in Solon. June 11th 6pm at Mitchells ice cream Van Aken. In the Far East you have Saturday June 28th at 1:30pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. In the Far West you have June 25th 6:30pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick offs in your area.

Join us on Monday, May 12th for the Stewards of Firelands dinner! For over three decades, the Stewards have had a positive impact on Firelands Scout Reservation. In fact, this past year, generous members provided the opportunity to complete almost 50,000 dollars worth of projects. With the support of our Stewards, we continue to make improvements for our Scouts! You can register now to join us for a great dinner and a wonderful night of giving!

Does your unit have a social media page, or are you unsure of what to post and haven’t started one yet? Join us on the evening of May 15th for our training, “Social Media for Scouting Units! This session is designed to help unit leaders grow their units and better engage with their communities through digital platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and more. Learn best practices, creative content ideas, and effective strategies to showcase the Scouting experience online. Questions? Contact your Unit Executive or Michelle Cali. Register now!

The Saddle-Lites 4-H Club will be hosting its 38th annual Scout Animal Lover’s Clinic on Friday, May 16. The workshop will be a hands-on learning experience beginning with an introduction to animal safety. In addition, groups will be rotating through stations that provide instruction on general animal care and grooming for a variety of different livestock and pet animals, the different equipment used while caring for those animals, proper attire for at home and in the show ring, and much more. All Scouts will receive a badge for attending the clinic. The Saddle-Lites are asking for a $10.00 donation from each participating Scout and leader to help cover the costs to host the clinic. The event runs from 6-8pm at the Lorain County Fairgrounds. If you have any questions, reach out to Paul Franz

The culmination of Pinewood Derby season is coming up on June 7th at our 2025 Lake Erie Council Pinewood Derby! Hosted at Swings-N-Things in Olmsted Falls, this is the perfect opportunity for your Pack's Top 3 racers to compete at the council level and showcase what their car can do! It's $10 per youth to register, and each racer will receive a patch for participating! You can register for the Derby on the Council Calendar, and for more information you can reach out to Ian Bailey.

Following the Derby, Swings-N-Things will be hosting their 2025 Scout Night! This is a fantastic and fun overnight for Scouts of all ages to celebrate Scouting. Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages and more will be open and running throughout the night, and it's sure to be an incredible event. Scouts and their Adults can register at https://swingsnthings.centeredgeonline.com/, and the first 100 overnighters to register will receive a Free Overnighter patch! Tickets are $25 per person, and Adults are required to spend the night with their Scouts. Reach out to Ian Bailey for any further questions

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

Philmont Scout Ranch is excited to once again offer two Supported 7-day backcountry treks, designed for Scouts with special needs. Building on the success of the inaugural trek in 2024, these customized adventures ensure that each Scout, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, has a safe and successful experience. With trained staff and volunteers providing support, each trek is limited to 12 participants (6 Scouts and 6 parents/caregivers). Interested families must complete a pre-screening form and interview before registering. Learn more and start your journey here.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - April 17, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We’re up 71 members from last time, bringing us to 4,532 youth served in LEC. Remember, the council’s goal is to break 6000 this year, and we can only do that by working together! Now, let’s get into this week’s news. 

First, a quick reminder that 3-minute update is now bi-monthly on the first and third Thursday of the month.

Let’s go over some upcoming training! EDGE training is happening on May 18th at the unit service center. BALOO training, which every cub scout pack needs a few of, is happening April 25th-27th at Firelands. Plus, registrations for wood badge and NYLT are now open. You can find all these training courses, and registrations at lecscouting.org/calendar.

In person, fall kick-off meetings are coming to a town near you! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. For the West, you have June 11th 6 pm at Snow Road picnic area at Parma Metro Park. June 12th, 6 pm at Rocky River Civic Center gazebo. June 24th, 6 pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. In the East you have June 5th 6 pm at Mitchell Ice Cream in Solon. June 11th, 6 pm at Mitchell Ice Cream Van Aken. In the Far East, you have Saturday, June 28th at 1:30 pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. In the Far West you have June 25th at 6:30 pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick-offs in your area.

May 3rd is Scouts Trash the Trash Day, an international Messengers of Peace project for Scouts around the world, where each Scout is challenged to bring a friend or family member along and pick up at least 2 pounds of trash each on the first Saturday in May. Scouts are asked to bring a friend with them on this day of service in order to increase the impact of their trash-cleaning effort. Units are encouraged to set up a cleanup in their own communities, or they can join one of the two locations being coordinated by the Lake Erie Council. Patches are available to order during registration at $2/each. Register now and send your questions to Chelsea.

Thursday, May 1st is the National Day of Prayer, and we invite Scouts & youth across the world to join us again in reading their own faith’s sacred texts. Together, we can recognize our Duty to God, participating as a group or on our own. Read your sacred texts on May 1st, 2025, or any time that week. Join Scouting America, other youth organizations, and all faith youth groups in a celebration of sacred texts. You can register and order patches online!

Join us on Monday, May 12th for the Stewards of Firelands dinner! For over three decades, the Stewards have had a positive impact on Firelands Scout Reservation. In fact, this past year, generous members provided the opportunity to complete almost 50,000 dollars worth of projects. With the support of our Stewards, we continue to make improvements for our Scouts! You can register now to join us for a great dinner and a wonderful night of giving!

Does your unit have a social media page, or are you unsure of what to post and haven’t started one yet? Join us on the evening of May 15th for our training, “Social Media for Scouting Units! This session is designed to help unit leaders grow their units and better engage with their communities through digital platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and more. Learn best practices, creative content ideas, and effective strategies to showcase the Scouting experience online. Questions? Contact your Unit Executive or Michelle Cali. Register now!

The culmination of Pinewood Derby season is coming up on June 7th at our 2025 Lake Erie Council Pinewood Derby! Hosted at Swings-N-Things in Olmsted Falls, this is the perfect opportunity for your Pack's Top 3 racers to compete at the council level and showcase what their car can do! It's $10 per youth to register, and each racer will receive a patch for participating! You can register for the Derby on the Council Calendar, and for more information, you can reach out to Ian Bailey.

Following the Derby, Swings-N-Things will be hosting their 2025 Scout Night! This is a fantastic and fun overnight for Scouts of all ages to celebrate Scouting. Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages and more will be open and running throughout the night, and it's sure to be an incredible event. Scouts and their Adults can register at https://swingsnthings.centeredgeonline.com/, and the first 100 overnighters to register will receive a Free Overnighter patch! Tickets are $25 per person, and Adults are required to spend the night with their scouts. Reach out to Ian Bailey for any further questions

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

Philmont Scout Ranch is excited to once again offer two Supported 7-day backcountry treks, designed for Scouts with special needs. Building on the success of the inaugural trek in 2024, these customized adventures ensure that each Scout, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, has a safe and successful experience. With trained staff and volunteers providing support, each trek is limited to 12 participants (6 Scouts and 6 parents/caregivers). Interested families must complete a pre-screening form and interview before registering. Learn more and start your journey here.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of Scouting alive.

3-Minute Update - April 3, 2025

Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s 3-minute update. I’m your host, Tyler Matthews coming to you from our membership tracker! We have begun our journey to hit 6000 youth Scouts in Lake Erie Council as part of the 2025 Scouting Strong campaign. This goal is vitally important for all of us, so rather than me traveling the globe each week to bring you the news from different scenic locations, I’ll be right here counting all the youth that we are serving in our units! Today, that number is 4,467. Let’s work together to hit that goal of 6000 and beyond. I can’t wait to celebrate at the finish line! Let’s get into this weeks news.

First, a quick update on 3-minute update: The 3-minute update will be going bi-monthly. You can now expect to see episodes on the first and 3rd Thursday of each month.

April 1st marked the end of the 90-day renewal grace period for members whose membership was set to expire in December and January. We are asking all units to double and triple check their rosters to make sure they accurately reflect the members you have coming to your weekly meetings and events. We are all still adjusting to the new individual renewal system, so we are trying to be as accurate as possible. If you do find any discrepancies, please call our care team at (216) 861-6060. Thanks for your help!

Let’s go over some upcoming training! EDGE training is happening on May 18th at the unit service center. SM basic training, which is required for all scoutmasters and assistant scoutmasters, is happening April 11-13th at Firelands. BALOO training, which every cub scout pack needs a few of, is happening April 25th-27th at Firelands. Rangemaster training takes place on April 12th at Firelands. Plus, registrations for wood badge and NYLT are now open. You can find all these training courses and registrations at lecscouting.org/calendar.

In-person, fall kick-off meetings are coming to a town near you! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. For the West, you have June 11th  6:00 pm at Snow Road picnic area Parma metro park. June 12th 6:00 pm at Rocky River civic center gazebo. June 24th, 6:00 pm at North Royalton pavilion by splash pad. In the East you have June 5th at 6:00 pm at Mitchells ice cream in Solon. June 11th, 6:00 pm at Mitchells ice cream Van Aken. In the Far East, you have Saturday, June 28th at 1:30 pm at the Rollhouse in Mentor. In the Far West you have June 25th 6:30 pm at the Avery Hand dining hall, Firelands. Sign up today and contact your unit support executive with any questions about kick-offs in your area.

Join us for the Sasquatch Quest Spring Camporee out at Beaumont Scout Reservation on April 11! Activities include Rifle, Archery, Tracking, Animal and Plant Identification, Tomahawk, and more! Sign up today and you can contact Rob Burnham or Anthony Dworning for details.

May 3rd is Scouts Trash the Trash Day, an international Messengers of Peace project for Scouts around the world, where each Scout is challenged to bring a friend or family member along and pick up at least 2 pounds of trash each on the first Saturday in May. Scouts are asked to bring a friend with them on this day of service in order to increase the impact of their trash-cleaning effort. Units are encouraged to set up a cleanup in their own communities, or they can join one of the two locations being coordinated by the Lake Erie Council. Patches are available to order during registration at $2/each. Register now and send your questions to Chelsea.

Does your unit have a social media page, or are you unsure of what to post and haven’t started one yet? Join us on the evening of May 15th for our training, “Social Media for Scouting Units! This session is designed to help unit leaders grow their units and better engage with their communities through digital platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and more. Learn best practices, creative content ideas, and effective strategies to showcase the Scouting experience online. Questions? Contact your Unit Executive or Michelle Cali. Register now!

The culmination of Pinewood Derby season is coming up on June 7th at our 2025 Lake Erie Council Pinewood Derby! Hosted at Swings-N-Things in Olmsted Falls, this is the perfect opportunity for your Pack's Top 3 racers to compete at the council level and showcase what their car can do! It's $10 per youth to register, and each racer will receive a patch for participating! You can register for the Derby on the Council Calendar, and for more information you can reach out to Ian Bailey.

Following the Derby, Swings-N-Things will be hosting their 2025 Scout Night! This is a fantastic and fun overnight for Scouts of all ages to celebrate Scouting. Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages and more will be open and running throughout the night, and it's sure to be an incredible event. Scouts and their Adults can register at https://swingsnthings.centeredgeonline.com/, and the first 100 overnighters to register will receive a Free Overnighter patch! Tickets are $25 per person, and Adults are required to spend the night with their scouts. Reach out to Ian Bailey for any further questions

Cub Scouts! Are you looking for an amazing summer camp opportunity? Look no further than S'Mores Cub Adventures out at Firelands Scout Reservations! 2 weekends, June 20th-22nd and July 25th-27th. Check out the event page for more information or contact Anthony Dworning!

Philmont Scout Ranch is excited to once again offer two Supported 7-day backcountry treks, designed for Scouts with special needs. Building on the success of the inaugural trek in 2024, these customized adventures ensure that each Scout, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, has a safe and successful experience. With trained staff and volunteers providing support, each trek is limited to 12 participants (6 Scouts and 6 parents/caregivers). Interested families must complete a pre-screening form and interview before registering. Learn more and start your journey here.  

That’s it for this week folks! Until next time, remember to stay prepared, stay adventurous, and keep the spirit of scouting alive.