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Wilderness Survival Tips, Tricks & Tools with Brett Stoffel
Following this week's newscast, the CPC Scouting Expedition welcomes Brett Stoffel of Outdoor Safe and Emergency Response International with his lifesaving tips, tricks, and tools to survive in the great outdoors. Brett’s background includes being an aircraft...
Membership Fee Increase
Important Notice: Membership Fee Increase Effective March 1, 2025 Dear Scouting America Leaders and Families, The Cascade Pacific Council Board of Directors has approved a temporary council fee increase from $20 per member to $40 per member effective March 1, 2025,...
2025 Visioncast with CPC Leadership
Following the latest news, meet our Key 3 Leadership: Board Chair Andrew Danner, Council Commissioner Kathleen Jordan, and Scout Executive & CEO Gary Carroll. You'll get to hear their take on our future, Scouting's relevancy & impact, and our key initiatives...
New Years News from the CPC
On today's podcast: get the latest news from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. BIG NEWS: The CPC has now grown to 7,433 Scouts! Also, don't miss the updates on our office and Scout Shop move and the latest deadlines and activities in this week's...
Latest News from the CPC
On today's podcast: get the latest news from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. BIG NEWS: Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! Plus, you can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos...
Eagle Scout Earns Every Merit Badge & then Some
Meet Aaron Abrahamsen, a CPC Eagle Scout who has not only earned our highest rank but also EVERY single merit badge on the docket for a total of 138 plus 7 Silver Palms and 1 Gold Palm. Aaron has also earned the prestigious National Medal for Outdoor Achievement. This...
Meet “Badger” Our New Merit Badge Counselor System
Following the latest news, we'll introduce you to "Badger", our new Merit Badge Counselor Management System. Our Eagle & Advancement Processor Michelle Baumann and Support Services Specialist Ben Wiggins walk merit badge counselor and CPC Director of Marketing,...
Trunk-or-Treat Tips & More
Looking to recruit more Scouts? Halloween is a fantastic opportunity to invite Scouts into your unit.
Adopt-a-School Program Tools
Build a Lasting Relationship with Your Local School The Scouting America Adopt-a-School program is an exciting and comprehensive undertaking that will connect Scout units with their associated schools. Participating Scouts then work, within clearly defined guidelines,...
School Relationship Idea: Tend to the Flag
Can't get into your local school to promote your Scout unit? Building a positive relationship with the principal or teachers can go a long way to giving you more school access. Here's one idea that can help: Steps: Ask the Principal if you can use the flag pole after...