Helpful Links to help you and your Scout!
Links for our Council, District, and Sponsor Organization
High Desert Council - (HDC) our Boy Scout Council (#412) covering North-central NM plus a bit of AZ, UT, and CO.
High Desert Scout Shop - Local Scout Store
Sandia District - our local District covering NE Albuquerque Facebook
Prince of Peace Catholic Community - Our Sponsoring (Chartering) organization
Prince of Peace Scout Ministry Page
National Catholic Committee on Scouting
Links of useful websites for your Scout and his advancement
Scouting America Medical Form - Parts A B and C
Note Parts A & B need to be filled out by parents and required for all Scouts. Part C is required for summer camp or any camp over 72 hours. It has to be filled out by a Medical professional (Doctor, PA, etc.) and is good for one year.
These sites provide resources to help you in advancing in your Scouting.
Troopmaster - old website
Scoutbook - used to track rank advancement and merit badges
All Merit Badges - a full list of all available merit badge options with link to requirements
Camping What to Pack - great site for Troop Quartermasters and Scouts packing for campouts in various weather
Scout Camping Packing Checklist - printable checklist
For adult leaders, great sites with info and ideas for our troop
Aaron on Scouting - Scouting America Adult Scouting Blog
My Scouting - here is where you get your online Scouting America training including Youth Protection
Guide to Safe Scouting - what we can and can't do in Scouting.
Guide to Advancement - all things regarding advancement in Scouting
Merit Badge Counselor (MBC) Details - required HDC training for MBCs
Catholic Youth Abuse Awareness (pdf of live classes) or online course