Cub Scouting: Ages 5 to 10
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Cub Scouts lets youth explore and have hands-on experiences with kids their age. This program helps them build confidence, personal achievement, and respect for themself and others.
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Scouts BSA: Ages 11 to 18
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You’ll have real-world experiences and adventures with Scouts BSA. Get outdoors, go camping, learn leadership skills, and discover what you're good at. Cub Scouts can transition after earning the Arrow of Light award or by completing the fifth grade.
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Venturing: Ages 13 to 21
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Venturing is only limited by the imagination of its members. Sail the Caribbean, produce a play, climb a mountain, teach others to scuba dive, and more! The possibilities are endless. This program is run by the youth who participate in it with adults to mentor and guide them.
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Exploring: Ages 14 to 21
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Explorers learn directly from experts, taking the classroom into the business world and gaining hands-on experience in the career field of their choice.
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Order of the Arrow
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The Totanhan Nakaha Lodge, first chartered in 2006, represents members of the Order of the Arrow in Northern Star Scouting of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Members of the Order are known for maintaining camping traditions and spirit, promoting year-round and long-term resident camping, and providing cheerful service to others.
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Join the Scouts Today!
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Adventure is Calling! Find a Scout program in your area today.
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