Welcome to the Benjamin Tallmadge District
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Announcements
UPDATED 3/9/2026
UPCOMING EVENTS
DISTRICT ROUNDTABLE
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Back at the Selden Middle School
7:15 p.m. Fellowship.
7:30 p.m. Meeting Start Time
BAITING HOLLOW 100th ANNIVERSARY CAMPOREE
April 24 – 26, 2026 at the Baiting Hollow Scout Camp with Camping at the Schiff Scout Reservation
Click HERE for all the Information and Registration Form !
ADVANCEMENT NEWS !
NEW EAGLE SCOUT RANK APPLICATION
Revised January, 2026 – Click HERE
SCOUTS BSA ADVANCEMENT UPDATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026
https://www.scouting.org/program-updates/scouts-bsa-advancement-updates-effective-january-1-2026/
Download all the details here:
From the National Office…
February 27, 2026 Scouting America and the Department of War Scouting Family, Today, Scouting America and the Department of War finalized a commitment to strengthen our longstanding partnership with the U.S. military. Over several months, we engaged in dialogue with Department leadership to align on how we could deepen our service to military families, while making programmatic updates to comply with Executive Order 14173. Throughout our discussions, we remained true to the core commitments that define our organization—our name, our mission, and our promise to serve all youth in our programs. Those commitments are unchanged. We will continue to deliver stability, mentorship, and opportunity to the children of those who serve our nation. What This Agreement Delivers
As part of Scouting America’s commitment to comply with Executive Order 14173, we will be discontinuing the Citizenship in Society merit badge. While this change complies with the Executive Order, the lessons found in this merit badge are found throughout the Scouting program. Scouting has always taught respect for others, leadership, and consideration of diverse perspectives through the ideals enshrined in the Scout Oath and Law. Scouting America’s mission remains unchanged and is reinforced across our advancement, leadership development, and outdoor experiences. Our emphasis on duty to God, duty to country, and service to others is strengthened by this partnership. Scouting’s values have not changed, and they will not change. Why This Partnership Matters Since 1910, Scouting America has played a strategic role in strengthening our nation’s military readiness. More than 130 million Americans have been Scouts. Millions have gone on to serve as military leaders, first responders, educators, and civic leaders. For military families navigating deployments and frequent moves, Scouting has long provided a steady anchor during times of uncertainty. Service to Military Families In our discussions, we affirmed Scouting’s deep commitment to military families. To that end, we will waive the national registration fees of all active duty, Reserve and Guard troops. Your support in this effort is critical – and we encourage you to make a donation to support Scouting families. Click here to give today. How to Communicate Locally When speaking with families and volunteers, lead with confidence and clarity:
Scouting America works constructively with every administration—always focused on serving youth. Our Resolve For more than a century, Scouting America has endured because we are resilient, principled and unwavering in our mission. We remain committed to developing leaders of character. We remain committed to service and our nation. We remain committed to the principles enshrined in our Scout Oath and Scout Law. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to Scouting America. Respectfully,  Roger A. Krone Chief Scout Executive President & CEO Scouting America |
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ROUNDTABLE LOCATION
Roundtable for the Benjamin Tallmadge District is, usually, the 2nd Thursday of the month starting at 7:30 p.m., although, we have some special Location nights on the schedule this year.
The next Roundtable is Thursday, March 12th at, starting at 7:30 p.m.
District Key Three
DISTRICT EXECUTIVE
Alex Ortiz
DISTRICT CHAIRMAN
Brian Bindert
