Hello: 

The Northern Lights Council, Boy Scouts of America and Dickinson State University are pleased to announce the “Character Counts” Scholarship. Up to two scholarships will be awarded annually to High School seniors who are registered in a Boy Scout Troop or Venturing Crew. These scholarships provide 50% of tuition to attend Dickinson State University and their approximate value, over a 4 year period, is 10,500 dollars.

Because the 2010 scholarship deadline is June 25^th, 2010 we are asking each of you to do the following:

1. Make sure every youth in your unit and their parents are aware of this program.

2. Insure that every senior who is registered in your unit has a copy of the attached scholarship application and is encouraged to complete it and return the application to: PO Box 1061, Dickinson, ND 58601-1061

This program is a reflection on the acknowledged positive impact that Scouting has on the character development of youth. It is also recognizes the value of the long-term and continued participation of youth in the Scouting program. On the 100^th Anniversary celebration of the Boy Scouts of America the “Character Counts” scholarship is an exciting addition to the Northern Lights Council Scholarship program. Combined with the “Matt & JoAnn Butler Youth Development Scholarship” the Northern Lights Council and its supporters work to increase the benefits available to youth involved in Scouting in their pursuit of higher education and beyond.

Greetings,

By now you have probably heard about the 2010 Centennial Campout June 4-6, 2010 at the North Dakota State Capitol.  The Boy Scouts are the only group to ever be allowed to camp on the capitol grounds.  This great celebration of Scouting is for all Scouts, Scouters, parents and family members.  You will not want to miss out.  The early bird registration deadline is coming up soon, March 30^th.  To visit the event website and access the leader’s guide and other information click here.