Scouting the Zoo
Zoo Show Pinewood Derby Information
Zoo Show Cubmobile Race Information
Scouting the Zoo is a spectacular annual event for all Cub Scout dens and packs, Boy Scout troops, Venture crews and Explorer posts held at the Milwaukee County Zoo. This is a very unique event where your Scouts get to participate in activities located throughout the Zoo, as well as put on an activity for the public and other Scouts. The program includes special activities for Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers. Cubs: Cubmobile competition with The Big Show, and The Long Push; Pinewood Derby (open to ALL entrants); Raingutter Regatta and much, much more. Boy Scouts: Camp overnight with the animals! Patrol competitions that are fun, competitive, and hone Scout skills. Venturers: Help run activities including derbies, races, competitions, plus camp overnight. Explorers: put on an activity, provide security at night and help run events. Everyone: Saturday night cookout and Sunday morning pancake breakfast, evening program including rides on the Zoomobile, Zoo Train and special entertainment. Scouting the Zoo is a unique, fun, unbeatable activity for your Scouts!
May 31 & June 1, 2008

Six Flags Great America Scout Day
Saturday, June 7, 2008

Milwaukee MILE NASCAR Race Scout Night
Are you looking for an exciting summer outing for your unit? Or, do you want to create a ‘get together’ that Scout families and friends can participate in as well? No matter what type of club event you’re looking for, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at The Milwaukee Mile will give you a Friday night outing with enough horsepower and high-speed action to get everyone’s hearts racing and adrenaline pumping. The Mile will be hosting a “Scout Night” Friday, June 20, 2008, when NASCAR’s toughest racing comes to Milwaukee. Tickets for all Scouts and their families and friends will be nearly 50% off original prices! 100 level tickets are only $11 (originally $20) and 200 level tickets are $16 (originally $30). For more information about the race or The Mile, go to www.MilwaukeeMile.com.
Friday, June 20, 2008

Brewer Scout Day
Purchase your tickets today - this event will sell out quickly!  Ticket order deadline is June 23, 2008. The Milwaukee Brewers will challenge the Colorado Rockies.  Game time is 7:05 a.m.
Monday, July 7, 2008

Powderhorn Junior Leader Training (JLT)
A weeklong training experience for junior leaders held at Indian Mound Scout Reservation. Cost is $220.00 per person.  $195.00 if paid before May 1, 2008. For more information contact Mike Dubis at tcop126@aol.com or Steve Lirely at swlirely@mccbsa.org.
June 15-20, 2008

Devil's Lake Hike
Follow the above link to the Badger Trails web site for details.
September 2008 Dates TBA

Scout Heritage Museum Trade-O-Ree      
This annual event held at the council office draws dealers in Scouting memorabilia from around the country. Practically anything relating to Scouting can be found at this event.  You can find paper items, magazines, books, old Scouting paraphernalia, uniforms, jewelry, banners, neckerchiefs, cups, knives, bugles, or anything else associated with Scouting.  Are there patches?  You bet!  Council shoulder strips, jamboree patches, patches from all the high adventure camps including Philmont, Region 7 Canoe Base, and Sea Base, merit badges, rank patches, position patches, camp patches, and event patches.  Order of the Arrow flaps and odd shapes make up the largest single group of specialty items and you will probably find items that you have rarely seen before.  Great fun for a den, pack, troop or individual.  Admission is free and food can be purchased during the event. The Heritage Museum is also open during the day. 
Saturday, November 1, 2008

Den Chief Training
For all Boy Scouts who are, or plan to be, den chiefs for Cub Scouts or Webelos den leaders. For all den leaders who plan to use den chiefs in their den. Cost is $6.00 per person.  8:30 a.m. - Noon.
Date TBA

Eagle Fair 
The Eagle Fair is a program for Life Scouts, parents and leaders, which provides inspiration and ideas for completing the trail to Eagle. Subjects include the Eagle Packet, Eagle projects, board of reviews and how to finish up those final merit badges. There is no charge for this event. It will take place at the Scout Service Center, 330 South 84 Street beginning at 8:30 a.m.
DATE TBA

Lutheran Association of Scouters Pancake Brunch & Bake Sale
Covenant Lutheran Church, 81st & Hope (2blocks north of Capitol Dr.)
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Adults: $5.00 / Children 3-12 years: $3.00
Proceeds help support the upkeep and improvements to chapels at LeFeber Northwoods Camps and Camp Lazynski.  Proceeds also help support the promotion of religious awards and camperships.
DATE TBA

Powderhorn Pre-Course Meeting
Interested Scouts, parents and Scoutmasters should attend the Powderhorn Pre-Course Meeting to get more information on the Powderhorn Junior Leader Training Conference which occurs June 15-20, 2008. To register, please contact Lisa Held in the Camping Department at lheld@mccbsa.org or (414) 443-2843.
DATE TBA

On to Eagle Weekend
This program is designed for Webelos, Webelos Leaders and parents. The program will provide each Webelos Scout with an understanding of Boy Scouting, an appreciation of the troop, an introduction to Scouting skills and fun, a taste of true Scouting spirit, the thrill of participation, an open door to adventure, a desire to continue Scouting as a Boy Scout in a troop, an opportunity for the parent to serve the community through involvement in Boy Scouting, and a closer relationship between parent and son to get a taste of Boy Scouts and partner up with a Scout Troop. Saturday night concludes with a crossover ceremony. This event takes place at Camp Erin.
April 2009 date TBA

Root River Trail Hike 
Hike the meandering Root River Trail thru Greendale and West Allis.  Check in for this hike will begin 8AM Saturday morning at Scout Lake.  This years event has available for purchase a back patch and enameled hat pin. The Root River trail can be hiked at any time of the year.  Payment of the normal registration fee you will receive a Root River patch.   Contact Badger Trails for maps.
Visit Badger Trails web site at www.badgertrails.org for specific details.
April 2009 date TBA

Glacial Back Pack Event
Visit Badger Trails web site at  www.badgertrails.org   for specific details.
May 2009 date TBA

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