Important Dates
October 8 — Pick up your bags at Chippewa October Roundtable between 6:15 and 8 PM
November 7 — Bag Distribution
November 14 — Bag Pick-up and drop off at collection centers
Here are the 3 collection centers and the times the sites will be open for drop off.
Macomb Food Bank 9 AM to 2 PM 44900 Vic Wertz Dr. Clinton Twp
Weingartz 9 AM to 2 PM 46061 Van Dyke Utica
Troy Scout Shop 10 AM to 2 PM 1155 E. Long Lake Rd. Troy
Here is the link for units to register:
Scouting for Food – Michigan Crossroads Council | Scouting America
Here is the link to collection centers on November 14:
Here is the link to this year’s flyer:
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Please attend our next Chippewa District Roundtable on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 7 PM
The September Roundtable will be held at Macomb Intermediate School District,
44001 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038
Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA: Building a Stronger Bridge
One of the most important transitions in Scouting is the journey from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA. A successful crossover doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when Packs, Arrow of Light Dens, and Troops work together to create an exciting and welcoming experience for every Scout.
Join us this month for a special Roundtable discussion where we will bring both sides together to share ideas, best practices, and proven strategies that help keep youth engaged in Scouting.
Discussion Topics
Preparing Arrow of Light Scouts for the Next Adventure
- What can Packs and AOL Dens do to help Scouts and families prepare for the transition to Scouts BSA?
- How can we build confidence, excitement, and readiness before crossover?
Creating a Great First Impression
- What can Troops do to welcome AOL Scouts and their families?
- How can Troops build relationships before crossover and create a program that keeps new Scouts engaged and thriving?
Why Attend?
Learn practical ideas you can take back to your unit immediately.
Share your successes and challenges with fellow Scouters.
Discover ways to improve retention and strengthen the Scouting experience for youth.
Connect with leaders from Packs and Troops who are committed to helping every Scout continue their Scouting journey.
Whether you’re a Cubmaster, Den Leader, Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, Committee Member, or Commissioner, your perspective matters. Come ready to share ideas, ask questions, and help build a stronger pathway from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA.
Together, we can ensure more Scouts continue their adventure and experience all that Scouting has to offer.
As always, please forward the invite to your unit’s parents as this is open to everyone.
Doors Open at 6:00 PM
Program begins at 6:30 PM
Warren Mott High School
3131 E 12 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48092
The Swim Night is a chance for your Webelos scouts to earn their Webelos Aquanaut Adventure Badge and your Arrow of Light Scouts to earn their Swimming Adventure Badge. Stations will be set up to allow Webelos and Arrow of Light Leaders to pass their scouts on the Aquanaut (Webelos) Requirements and Swimming (Arrow of Light) Requirements. The event is limited to 40 Webelos/AOL Scouts. Health forms must be brought to the event! Please arrive at 6 PM to check in and change into swimsuit. The program will begin at 6:30 PM. Parking is in the lot at the rear of the building (athletic entrance).
Register Here: Michigan Crossroads Council – Webelos/AOL Aquanaut Night
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There have been some changes to earning the World Conservation Award. Please to the following link to review the requirements.
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Sea Scout Ship 73, located in Chippewa District, is a GO! If you know youth 14 years or older OR if a Scout 14 and First Class. Please reach out to Matt Majchrzak, at matthew.majchrzak@gmail.com or (586) 524-8462 for information. Fair winds and Following Seas!
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Scouts BSA – Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster
Venturing – Advisor, Associate Advisor
Sea Scouting – Skipper, Mate
Exploring – Advisor, Associate Advisor
There is no physical location as the course is only offered online through the Training section of My.Scouting.org. This training expires every two years.
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An Outdoor Patch Program administered by the
Chief Pontiac Programs Committee
for use by all youth organizations including Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts,
Boy Scouts, Explorers, Venturers and other non – BSA Youth Organizations
Click on the link below to get all the information you need in earning all 18 Little Brave Segments
Questions? Send email to: info@chiefpontiacprograms.org
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