Program Resources

Scouting remains the premier year-round youth development organization in the USA and the Northern New Jersey Council has been recognized as one of the most successful councils in the country. In order to continue delivering the highest quality Scouting program and to meet the rising costs of doing business as a non-profit organization, NNJC made the difficult decision to implement a new program fee of $24 for adult leaders and Explorers, and $48 per Scout in all other programs. This amounts to $2 to $4 per month to support council programs, camps, etc.

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The Boy Scouts of America offers on online application process for youth and adults that can be completed from start to finish without a single piece of paper changing hands. This allows prospective members and leaders to register and pay in a way that’s convenient for them, and it creates a more efficient and user-friendly registration experience for units, districts, and councils.

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NNJC Upcoming Key Dates & Operating Information (June 16, 2020)
BSA Fee Update and Program Fee (June 2, 2020)
NNJC Summer Camp and COVID-19 (May 29, 2020)
Council Service Center Announcement (April 28, 2020)
Health and Wellness Follow-Up (March 12,2020)
Advancement and COVID-19 (March 31, 2020)

Many Cub Scout Advancement requirements can be done from home with your family! Click the links below to see what is required for each level, and what you can work on outside of a pack/den meeting.

Don’t fall behind in your advancement! The Virtual Merit Badge Portal allows you to work on Merit Badges from the comfort of your home. Speak with your Scoutmaster/merit badge counselors about online instruction.

Many BSA training courses are offered online, so we encourage you to take this time to look and see what is available. This is also a great time to catch up on your required training.