Our Programs and General InformationWhat programs do the Boy Scouts of America offer? Click here to read what the Boy Scouts of America can offer your child. I’d like to sign my son up for Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts. Where do I start? Go to our Join Scouting page for information on Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturing. There are four districts: IROQUOIS (SW Nassau County), PEQUOTT (SE Nassau County), ROUGH RIDER (Central Nassau County), & SHELTER ROCK (Northern Nassau County). Check the map to find out which district serves your community and email the district executive or call the Council Service Center at (516) 797-7600. The Special Programs Division is council-wide and serves Scouting with Special Needs units, Scoutreach units, and Explorer posts. Many units maintain websites; click here to view these websites by district. How do I obtain a Eagle Application and Eagle Workbook? Our website has an Eagle Scout page, which has the application forms, fact sheets, and links for Eagle Scout scholarships and recognitions. Our National Eagle Scout Association chapter is named after our country's first Eagle Scout, Arthur R. Eldred, who earned the award in 1912 in Troop 1, Rockville Centre. What is Exploring and how do I get involved? Exploring is a worksite-based program that is designed to provide experiences that help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible adults. Our council has more than 30 posts serving youth in law enforcement and fire/emergency services. Read more on Exploring or contact our Special Programs executive
I would like to serve as an adult volunteer. What do I do
next? I am a new leader and would like to know where I can get information for unit programs, unit administration, and training? Please use our Helpful Links for New Leaders for basic information on programs and training. The website also maintains an A to Z page with links to website pages. What is a Council Service Center? The Council Service Center is the location of the Boy Scouts of America local headquarters physical address. The Council Service Center supports the Theodore Roosevelt Council, established in 1917 to serve Nassau County, NY. Our Scout Shop is located here. Follow this link for directions to the Center and shop hours. What is your fax number? (516) 797-9765 How do I contact the council staff? Go to the staff list, with phone extensions and e-mail links. Staff Assignments can be reviewed by clicking this link. Do you have a glossary of scouting terms and words available? Go to the Scouting glossary page. Camping and ActivitiesWhere can I take my unit camping? Theodore Roosevelt council has two camps; Onteora Scout Reservation in Livingston Manor, and Schiff Scout Reservation in Wading River. Where to Go guides identifying other camps are prepared by our local and regional Order of the Arrow chapters, and can be accessed at the camping page. Call the Council Service Center to check on availability of campsites at Onteora Scout Reservation or Schiff Scout Reservation at (516) 797-7600. What is a tour permit and when do I need one? If your unit is camping, hiking, biking, or participating in a local or cross-country field trip, all activities must be approved by the local Council. All Tour leaders should read the Guide to Safe Scouting (No. 34416D) before participating in activities. Local Tour Permits are available online or you can download the pdf version here. National Tour Permits are only needed if the travel exceeds 500 miles from home.This application should be submitted, typed or printed, to the local council service center for approval at least one month before your tour. I would like to be trained in Youth Protection Training. What do I do? Youth protection training is required for all adult volunteers (18 years old and older). Visit olc.scouting.org for the on-line youth protection course.
What are camperships? The campership program is designed primarily for the Cub Scout or Boy Scout whose family has experienced an extenuating or unforeseen circumstances that may make the cost of summer camp or day camp a hardship or impossibility. Download a campership application form at the e-Forms page. Who do I contact for information on the C.O.P.E. Course/Climbing Tower? The C.O.P.E. course is located at Schiff Scout Reservation in Wading River. The course is closed until further notice. Retail and Online PurchasingWhere do I purchase uniforms? You can purchase Scout uniforms at the following locations:
Continuing Support and LeadershipI would like to donate to the Boy Scouts of America at Theodore Roosevelt Council. What should I do? Click here to donate online or follow this link to read about the different ways to give to the Scouting program. Make all checks payable to Theodore Roosevelt Council, BSA. What is the Executive Board? The council executive board is headed by the council president and is made up of annually elected local community leaders. The board establishes the council program and carries out the resolutions, policies, and activities of the council. Read more... What is the Commissioner Service? Commissioners are district and council leaders who help Scout units succeed. Read more... How did Theodore Roosevelt help establish Scouting in Nassau County? Go to our TR and Scouting article.
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