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Diocesean Catholic Committee on Scouting
Scouting
Scouting provides the opportunity for boys and girls to plan activities, learn self reliance, and develop decision making skills with the support and guidance of skilled adult leaders. The emphasis is always on personal growth and service to God and others.
The Department of Youth Ministry provides materials and assistance for the scout to earn his/her respective religious scout medal. A Diocesan Scout Chaplain is appointed by the Bishop to work with the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting. The scout chaplain works to provide programs that will enhance the scout’s opportunity to grow in Christian maturity.
Counselor Award Training - Ad Altare Dei / Pope Pius XII, To be scheduled.
Counselor Award Training - Parvuli Dei / Light of Christ. To be scheduled.
Please check back for upcoming Scout retreats.
Pensacola Photos - Sunday, February 7 at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.
Tallahassee Photos - Saturday, February 27 at Blessed Sacrament
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We are able to accomplish these events because of the many dedicated leaders that donate their time and energy to providing a quality program.
Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting
The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting is a committee affiliated with the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee Department of Youth serving the Gulf Coast and Suwannee River Area Councils of the Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of Northwest Florida, Inc and Girl Scout Council of The Apalachee Bend, Inc. of Girl Scouts USA. The Committee is dedicated to promoting “Duty to God” at each level of Scouting. We are affiliated with the National Catholic Committee on Scouting® (NCCS), an advisory council to the Boy Scouts of America, National Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts and Camp Fire, and Region XIV of the NCCS and NFCYM. For more information contact
Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting
Chair: Don Krehely (850) 712-1540 dkrehely@aol.com
Girl Scouting
For Girl Scouts the Department of Youth sponsors a retreat each year. Those girls working on the Marian Medal are invited to spend the weekend with others working on the same medal to fulfill one of their requirements. This retreat takes place under the direction of a trained qualified girl scout leader at a local parish.
Brownie Girl Scouts (Ages 6-8)
Going Places, Making New Friends Brownie Girl Scouts work together in groups, earn Brownie Girl Scout Try-Its, and explore their community. Friendship, fun, and age-appropriate activities begin at the Brownie Girl Scout meeting and move out to the community and wider world.
Junior Girl Scouts (Ages 8-11)
Explorations, Fun, and Best Friends Forever Junior Girl Scouts earn badges and discover what girl power is all about through new activities and by learning to take charge of their own plans. They gain self-confidence as they explore the world in partnership with their troop/group leaders.
Girl Scouts (Ages 11-17)
Ready to Become, Belong, Believe, and Build Girls ages 11-17 participate in Girl Scouting in many ways. Under the guidance of a trained adult advisor, girls mix and match activities and resources to suit their needs while giving back to their communities. They connect with each other and build self-esteem and confidence in their skills as they work on a range of projects and gain life experiences.
Girl Scouts of the USA and
Camp Fire USA:
Partners in Youth Ministry Today, when youth ministers and Girl Scout or Camp Fire leaders get together, they share resources and learn from one another. This positive, cooperative relationship enables these adults to effectively serve Catholic young people. Partnerships include work on service projects, retreats, program activities, and camping to name a few... Click here for Scouting Information for girls.
If you belong to a Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop in the Tallahassee- Panama City area and are interested in earning your religious emblem(s) during a weekend retreat , please contact Evelyn Gonzalez in Tallahassee at 850-414-8513 or (cell) 850-942-7665.
Religious Recognition Programs and Awards
For Boy Scouts the Department of Youth sponsors a scout retreat each year. Those boys working on the Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius medals are invited to spend the weekend with others working on the same medal to fulfill one of their requirements. This retreat takes place under the direction of a trained qualified boy scout leader at the boy scout camp.
Boy Scouting...is a year-round program for boys around the ages of 11-17. Through the Boy Scout program, young men can achieve the core objectives of strengthening character, personal fitness and good citizenship.
Venturing...is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are about 14-20 years of age. Venturing's purpose is to prepare young people to become responsible and caring adults.
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts Religious Emblems
Cub Scouting...is a year-round family program designed for boys who are about 7-10 years of age. Parents, leaders, and organizations work together to achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting.