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Do you have a Scout that attended Summer Camp and failed to quality to earn one of their Range and Target Merit Badges? If so, we invite you to get your Scout registered to FSR for the weekend to work with one of our instructors to complete these requirements! We are offering Archery, Shotgun and […]
Challenging Outdoor Personal Experiences—is a Scouting program that includes group initiative games, trust events, and challenges that reach from the ground to the sky. Jayhawk Area Council has a long history with this program, and we are excited to bring it back! Our Low C.O.P.E. Course has been inspected and is back open for scouts […]
2024 Silver Beaver Award Honorees The Jayhawk Council Awards Committee is pleased to announce the honorees for the Silver Beaver Awards. Please join us at the Council Recognition Banquet for the presentation of the awards on February 8, 2025, at Washburn University’s Alumni Center. First, the Jayhawk Area Council would like to thank the Silver […]
On November 14, 2024, the Jayhawk Area Council hosted the annual Topeka’s Top 20 Under 40 banquet to celebrate the event’s 15th Anniversary and the 2024 Class of Honorees.
The Jayhawk Area Council is seeking nominations for several Council level awards. Read more how you can nominate.
2024 20 Under 40 Honorees
Boy Scouts of America Changing name to Scouting America
Effective April 1, 2024, the Boy Scouts of America will eliminate the $25 one-time joining fee for new Scouts. Other changes will also take effect on April 1.
The Jayhawk Area Council is pleased to announce the following individuals have agreed to serve in Council roles.
The BSA is updating its Youth Protection policies regarding camping activities. This is designed to simplify the current 72-hour rule.