Welcome Council Commissioner Scott Hooper
As of January 1st, 2024, the Montana Council has a new Council Commissioner. Scott Hooper has been selected to take the place of Gary Ely who
Category: Executive’s Corner
All I Can Say Is, “Thank You”
To all my Montana Council Friends – As of December 31, I have stepped down as your Council Commissioner and am honored to move to
President’s Message: Finishing 2023 Strong
Holiday Greetings, At this special time of year, it is important to recognize and be thankful for all of our blessings, big and small. To
A Holiday Gift Guide For Scouters: 2023
Camping is intended to be fun. Sometimes it’s about kicking back and relaxing or cooking a great meal fire-side. Sometimes it’s simply about getting outdoors
Executive Message: Every Kid Counts
Some days we wonder why we put time into training, or why we spent so much time on a craft that took a long time
Why Working On Camp Staff Matters
At the beginning of summer, I tell our camp staff they will change the lives of the Scouts who come to our camps, their words
SE Corner: Respecting Our Flag
I hope you are all doing well and successfully transitioning to fall in Montana. Recently, I have observed some less-than-ideal behavior throughout our great state.
SE Corner: Most Valuable Asset
In my opinion, the most valuable asset we have against the breakdown of morals and values in our society is well-trained Scout leaders. Think about
SE Corner: People In This World Doing The Right Thing
Every once in a while, something happens that really solidifies what we do. I was riding an elevator at a local hotel when it stopped
SE Corner: Thanks For An Incredible Summer
What a summer it has been. We successfully navigated the waters of two summer camp operations, a high-adventure base, National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT), and Jamborees. That is one busy summer. I’m grateful for everyone who played a part in providing life-changing experiences for Scouts in Montana. Thank you for your involvement.
I would like to give a special shoutout to a few individuals who made Scouting especially successful this summer.
Exploring Montana Council’s Remarkable Scout Camps
We have some amazing camps throughout Montana Council. Over the last month, I’ve visited our three main facilities: K-M Scout Ranch, Camp Melita Island, and
SE Corner: We Will Remember
I recently attended the National Annual Meeting and Scout Executive Summit in Atlanta, GA. I left for Atlanta on Memorial Day, which was difficult for