University of Scouting 2023
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Depew High School
5201 Transit Rd, Depew, NY 14043
7am-8am Registration
8:15am-8:45am Opening Ceremony
Classes 9am-12pm
Lunch 12pm-12:50pm
Classes 1pm - 4pm
2023 Guidebook/Course List | Coming Soon!!
WHAT is the University of Scouting?
The University of Scouting is a fun-filled, hands-on opportunity designed to help you and your Scouts gain skills to improve your Scouting experience.
This one-day supplemental training event is created for all Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Exploring and Venturing leaders as well as BSA Scouts interested in Den Chief Training and Merit Badges.
Sessions are led by professionals and volunteers who will enhance your ability to show your Scouts more adventure, make you a more effective leader, and keep your Scouts engaged.
WHO should attend?
All Scouts and Adult Volunteers are invited to attend. This includes Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts, and Venturing Leaders, Commissioners, District and Council Level Volunteers, and all other Scout Volunteers. We will also be offering a full day of Cub Scout Activities for kids grades K-5, so please bring the whole family!
What does it cost?
One price includes your entire day of classes a patch for the 1st 250 that register, price includes Lunch.
$20 for Adults, Scouts BSA & Cubs, $18 Early Bird for those who Register prior to October 1st. $25 Day of the event.
What should I wear and bring?
Full Uniform, Other than a desire to learn, you may want to bring pen & paper for notes, and a Mug (coffee/bug juice/hot chocolate/water available all day).
If for some reason we have to cancel the University due to weather, please watch or check online any of the major TV stations (2, 4, or 7, WBEN (930 am)). If Depew Central is closed or Saturday Activities are cancelled, the University of Scouting Event is cancelled.
