Tri-Trails District, Adventure West Council, Boy Scouts of America

03/26/2026

Save the Date!

18th Annual Distinguished Citizen Dinner
Honoring Mike Downey

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Gering Civic Center

Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate community leadership and support local Scouting programs across the Tri Trails District.

This special event recognizes Mike Downey as our 2026 Distinguished Citizen and brings together community leaders, families, and supporters of Scouting for a meaningful night of recognition and impact.

📬 Invitations will be sent soon — be on the lookout!
👥 Tell your friends and help us spread the word!

For more information, to get involved, or to reserve your spot early, please contact:

Debi Berndt
📧 [email protected]
📞 480-695-4911

We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate leadership, service, and the future of Scouting in our community.

Tri Trails District
Scouting America – Adventure West Council

02/18/2026

02/18/2026

Start your engines! 🏁

You are officially invited to the Tri Trails District Annual Pinewood Derby — and we can’t wait to see your cars race down the track! Cubs, Scouts and Adult races!

REGISTER: https://scoutingevent.com/062-112046

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Location: Reganis Honda Showroom (May take place at the new Reganis Dodge next door – watch for potential updates to location.
1117 E 27th St
Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Schedule:
• 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Register your cars
• 10:15 AM: Race begins

Cost:
• $5.00 per race participant
• $3.00 for patch only (non-participant)

Important Deadline:
To guarantee you receive your Pinewood Derby patch at the race, please register no later than March 18, 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for Scouts across the Tri Trails District to come together for fun, creativity, and friendly competition. Whether you’re racing for speed, design, or just the thrill of the track — this event is for you!

🙋 Volunteers Needed!

We need help to make this event a success. If you are willing to assist, please contact:
Gary Shoemaker
📞 308-225-1183

Bring your best design, your Scout spirit, and your cheering section! We look forward to seeing everyone there.

08/21/2025

ALL YOUTH K-5TH GRADE WELCOME!

Annual Chuckwagon Skills DayThe Tri Trails District is hosting its Annual Chuckwagon Skills Day at Seybolt Park in Bridgeport, Nebraska on Saturday, O

08/21/2025

Want more families to find and join your unit? 🌟
Join this essential Scouting America webinar to learn how to make the most of the BeAScout platform—your unit’s digital “welcome mat” for prospective members.

📌 BeAScout 101 – Your Guide to Managing Leads and Pins 📌
🗓 Date: August 28, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM (PT) | Online via Zoom

You’ll Learn:
✅ How to update your unit’s BeAScout pin
✅ Writing a compelling unit description
✅ Understanding and acting on lead notifications
✅ Strategies for quick and effective follow-up

Register here:
https://scouting-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QBYeC0_eQ_OG_1l7wIbLLg #/registration

03/31/2025

Almost 50 Cubs and Scouts got together for WORLDWIDE Jambowlree 2025. Thank you Jenny Powell for organizing this!

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