• New BSA Medical Form

    The National Council BSA has issued a new updated Annual Health & Medical Form (AHMR) form. In addition, National has compiled and reviewed local council feedback, as well as those of camp health officers, council health supervisors, and the[...]

    Published On: December 10, 2019

  • A Message from the Council Leadership Regarding D-Bar-A Scout Ranch

    November 14, 2019 Dear Scouting Leadership, It is unfortunate that the Michigan Crossroads Council (MCC) has had to make necessary decisions regarding the closing of three camp properties this year. Those decision were based on, among others things, declining use and lack[...]

    Published On: November 15, 2019

  • Message from Council Leadership

    October 20, 2019 Dear Scouting Families and Leaders: At a recent Executive Board Meeting of the Michigan Crossroads Council (MCC), volunteer board members representing the state-wide Council and its four Field Service Councils voted and approved the restructuring and[...]

    Published On: October 20, 2019

  • Hazardous Weather Training: Required for all Direct Contact Leaders

    Effective April 30, 2018 new direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained. And here is one story about why this is so important. Imagine as a leader with a group of excited Scouts[...]

    Published On: September 26, 2019

  • How the Boy Scouts of America Keeps Kids Safe Today

    This article was contributed by Michael Johnson, National Youth Protection Director for the Boy Scouts of America. Recent media reports have highlighted claims of abuse against the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). As Director of Youth Protection here at the[...]

    Published On: August 17, 2019

  • Tips and Tools for Preparing for Fall Recruitment

    In 1907, Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouting movement, devised the Scout motto: Be Prepared. He wanted young people to have the tools to face challenges. With that in mind, our goal is to be able to help our fellow[...]

    Published On: August 9, 2019

  • Scouting Safely Resources

    We want you to know that the safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees is an important part of the Scouting experience. Youth develop traits of citizenship, character, fitness, and leadership during age-appropriate events when challenged to move[...]

    Published On: July 2, 2019

New BSA Medical Form

December 10, 2019|

The National Council BSA has issued a new updated Annual Health & Medical Form (AHMR) form. In addition, National has compiled and reviewed local council feedback, as well as those of camp health officers,[...]

Message from Council Leadership

October 20, 2019|

October 20, 2019 Dear Scouting Families and Leaders: At a recent Executive Board Meeting of the Michigan Crossroads Council (MCC), volunteer board members representing the state-wide Council and its four Field Service Councils voted[...]

MiScouter Weekly – October 5

October 5, 2019|

This week's issue of MiScouter Weekly is here. Check it out for all the latest news and program happenings across the Michigan Crossroads Council. Like and share this with your Scouts, parents, and leaders.[...]

Scouting Safely Resources

July 2, 2019|

We want you to know that the safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees is an important part of the Scouting experience. Youth develop traits of citizenship, character, fitness, and leadership during age-appropriate[...]