Welcome to The Scouting Expedition Podcast, courtesy of the Cascade Pacific Council of the Boy Scouts of America This is more than just a podcast. It’s an adventurecast! Here, we’ll share stories and insights about the lifelong adventure, real-world grit, and personal growth only found through Scouting here in the Cascade Pacific Council. We’ll have guests here indoors but also head outdoors to meet those that make the Scouting Expedition come to life for thousands of local youth here in Nor ...
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**As you can see, we have partially mothballed our podcast and audio only content, for current information visit us at cpcbsa.org or on Facebook.com/cpcbsa *** This is the home of the Compass Points Podcast and other audio segments from the Cascade Pacific Council's Media productions. Look for us on iTunes and our various social media offerings. To submit Scouting stories of your own go to www.cpcbsa.org/SocialMedia
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Winter & Summer Camps are Open for Registration!
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Winter Camps & 2026 Cub Scout Summer Camp are open for reservations! Plus training opportunities, adventures, and more news updates for Scouts, Scouters & friends in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn mor…
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In case you missed yesterday's University of Scouting, here it is! We'll share just a few of the 100+ classes that were available in hopes that it will inspire you to join us next year. To watch the walkthrough, visit our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@cpcscouting Special thanks to all of the incredible volunteers and youth who made th…
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News Updates, Program Updates & Halloween Fun
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Halloween Fun, University of Scouting, World & National Jamboree, Training Events & more for Scouts, Scouters & friends in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at https://cpcscou…
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BREAKING NEWS about Camp Meriwether's 100th Celebration in 2026
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This just in! Registration is now open for volunteers to participate in Camp Meriwether's Centennial Celebration during Labor Day weekend 2026! Visit https://cpcscouting.org/meriwether100 to get on the list of possible volunteers for this fun-filled extravaganza! Please note that we have interest from across the country, so registration does not gu…
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Following the latest news, we'll meet Scout Troop 423's Honor Guard, who take flag ceremonies, memorials, and more to the next level. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at https://cpcscouting.org/grit/ #scoutingamerica #scout…
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We're back with the latest news in the CPC!
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After our technical hiatus, we're back! Here's the latest news, events, training opportunities, and even some Halloween treats for our Scouts, Scouters & friends in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more…
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Recruiting updates! Fantastic events! PLUS the CPC Scout Shop has EXCLUSIVE, new Cub Scout Den shirts and this year's Summer Camp shirts in stock! Collect them all! Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at https://cpcscouting.or…
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Important Recruiting Reminders, Resources & News
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Our Fall ad campaign is up and running so don't miss these important reminders! Plus, get the latest news, tools, deadlines, and events from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us …
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Let's help more kids and teens experience the adventure, grit and unparalleled personal growth only found in Scouting America! In this week's episode, you'll learn how the council will be providing new opportunities to welcome new families into Scouting. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and te…
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NEW Promo Videos & Tools to Grow Your Scout Unit!
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Take a listen to the new promo videos from the CPC here or go to cpcscouting.org/marketing watch, download and share on your socials! We'll also share the campaign strategy, give you a plethora of promotional tools, then follow up with the latest council news, events and more. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washingto…
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News, Events, Open House Gear, Marketing Tools & More
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New council awards night! Super Weekends! Den Meeting card decks! PLUS Get your Scout unit promoted this Fall! And we'll walk you through updating your "Be A Scout" pin, share upcoming events and more. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scout…
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Breaking News! Plus New Scout Unit Tools & Tips
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This week, we have Breaking News about a new volunteer awards celebration, Super Weekends and Cub Scout Den Meeting tools now available at your CPC Scout Shop! Plus, we'll walk you through updating your "Be A Scout" pin, share upcoming events and more. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teen…
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Announcements! Announcements! Annou-ouncements!
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Get your Scout unit promoted this Fall! Welcome friends & families into Scouting with FREE open-house materials & giveaways! Get plug-and-play National Preparedness Month meeting plans for September! PLUS popcorn and first aid kit fundraising, training & advancement events and so much more! Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or South…
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A plethora of news to help you Be Prepared for what's coming soon in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America. We have tons of fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? …
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Jamboree: The Ultimate Scouting Adventure
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Following the latest news in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America, we'll chat with the CPC Jamboree Contingent Leader Ed Henson and Staff Advisor Tim Williams about the ultimate Scouting adventure: Jamboree! Learn more at https://cpcscouting.org/jamboree Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cpcjambo Want to be a part of Scouting i…
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Don't miss these important news updates for the upcoming Scouting year! We'll chat about important dates for the popcorn fundraiser, National Preparedness Month, recruiting gear & more! We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest …
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Get the latest news from the CPC, including new resources from Scouting America's S.A.F.E.Guarding Youth training, which replaces Youth Protection Training. (Visit cpcscouting.org/safe for more.) We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in …
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Important Safety News & More from the CPC
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Get the latest news from the CPC, including new resources from Scouting America's S.A.F.E.Guarding Youth training, which replaces Youth Protection Training. (Visit cpcscouting.org/safe for more.) We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in …
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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This week: just quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us…
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Introducing Our New CPC Scout Shop + Exclusive Gear!
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Have you seen our new fantastic new Scout Shop? Now you can with a virtual tour with Shop Manager Kim Graboyes! Plus we have some great new features and gear AND a sticker design contest! If you'd like to SEE the tour, instead of listen here, go to our YouTube page here. Learn more about our CPC-owned Scout Shop here See the latest newsletter here …
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How Scouting Prepared Me for Military Service & Beyond
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In celebration of Memorial Day, we are honored to bring you Navy Veteran David Chetlain's thoughts on how Scouting teaches grit and resilience prepares today's youth for career and life. You can also read his story that he wrote for The War Horse website whose aim is to highlight the human impact of military service. Learn more about the Cascade Pa…
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Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at https://cpcscouting.org/grit/ #scoutingamerica #scouts #scouting #adventure #cubscouts #scoutsbsa #boyscouts #newpodcastalert #scoutingamericapodcast #podcastrecommendation #podcastforpar…
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The Life-long Impact of Scouting with Eagle Scout Alumni Rick Collett
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Following the latest news, meet Rick Collett from Pack 208. Rick is excited to be a Cub Scout dad, Eagle Scout, alumnus and camp staff volunteer this summer! Be a part of our Summer Camp Staff at https://cpcscouting.org/campstaff Learn more about the Cascade Pacific Council Alumni Association at https://cpcscouting.org/alumni Want to be a part of S…
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Meet Butte Creek Camp Director Adam Grunseth
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Following the latest news, meet Butte Creek Camp Director Adam Grunseth and hear about the fun, friends and lifelong memories Cub Scouts and families will find this summer (and throughout the year!) at Butte Creek Scout Ranch. Learn more about Butte Creek Scout Ranch at https://cpcscouting.org/buttecreek Learn more about our horse program at https:…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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Here's a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at htt…
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Following the latest news, hear the epic tales on the high seas (or pretty high seas), with a mom who "just wanted to go on a boat ride" and now she and her Eagle Scout son are all-in with Sea Scouts! BONUS: You'll get the first-hand story (and video!) of how our Sea Scouts put out another boat's fire, winning them a National Meritorious Achievemen…
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The Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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This week: a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at…
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Introducing the CPC new Alumni Association
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Learn all about the Cascade Pacific Council's new Alumni Association with Alumni Chair Rob McDonald and visit https://cpcscouting.org/alumni for details. Plus the latest news, events and more from the CPC. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about S…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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BIG NEWS: Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! Plus, you can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos B.A.S.E. camp this summer and make your Winter Lodge reservations! K-12 parents! We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportuniti…
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We're back with a NEW studio! Plus the latest CPC news.
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The Scouting Expedition Podcast is back! We are now in our new location in the new office space in Beaverton, Oregon. We are thrilled to re-boot our weekly news update as well as upcoming episodes featuring Scouting "expeditions" like yours. Check it out on the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYZrIo3yn3S7PomtCSWQ14Ud-Xqk8j…
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Latest New Years News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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BIG NEWS: The CPC has now grown to 7,433 Scouts! Also, don't miss the updates on our office and Scout Shop move and latest deadlines and activities in this week's newscast. Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest Washington? Get your kids and teens a FREE "Adventure Kit" and learn more about Scouting with us at https://cpcsco…
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CPC Leadership Visioncast: Strategic Initiatives for 2025
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Following the latest news, meet our Key 3 Leadership: Board Chair Andrew Danner, Council Commissioner Kathleen Jordan, and Scout Executive & CEO Gary Carroll. You'll get to hear their take on our future, Scouting's relevancy & impact, and our key initiatives in the coming year: Safety, Training, Membership & Philanthropy. Plus, important news updat…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! Make yours here! Plus, you can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos B.A.S.E. camp this summer and make your Winter Lodge reservations! K-12 parents! We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training oppo…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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TONS of exciting news, events, trainings, and adventure opportunities to tell you about this week! Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! Make yours here! Plus, you can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos B.A.S.E. camp this summer and make your Winter Lodge reservations! K-12 par…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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BIG NEWS: Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! Plus, you can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos B.A.S.E. camp this summer and make your Winter Lodge reservations! K-12 parents! We'll also give you a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportuniti…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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This week, a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. BIG NEWS: Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! You can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos…
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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This week, a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Reservations for Camp Meriwether's 100th Anniversary Summer Camp sessions in 2026 are now open! You can also make reservations for Cub Scout and Webelos B.A.S.E. …
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Latest News from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America
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This week, a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. Get the latest about our epic Horse Trek adventure, Cub Camps, Winter Lodge & more. K-12 parents! Want to be a part of Scouting in Northwest Oregon or Southwest W…
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This week, just a quick news update with all of the fun events, activities, training opportunities, and more for our Scouts, Scouters, and friends in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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Get the latest news, deadlines, and events happening in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America in just 10 minutes!By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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Get the latest news, deadlines and events happening in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America in just 10 minutes!By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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Following the latest news, we'll share the new "Choose Your Own Adventure" tool at https://adventures.cpcscouting.org This tool is like AirBnB or AllTrails for your next adventure! There are even council-approved campgrounds for Cub Scout packs and high adventure trips for Scout troops. And with the help of our Scout units, it will continue to grow…
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Get the latest news, deadlines and events happening in the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America in just 10 minutes! PLUS a teaser of our new "Choose Your Own Adventure" program planning website at https://adventures.cpcscouting.org that includes council-approved Cub Scout camping locations! We'll do a full walkthrough in next week's podcast,…
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Get the latest news from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America, including the latest marketing materials and event gear you can use to promote Scouting in your area!By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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Eagle Scout Earns Every Merit Badge & More
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Following the latest news from around the Cascade Pacific Council, you'll meet Aaron Abrahamsen, a CPC Eagle Scout who has not only earned our highest rank but also EVERY single merit badge on the docket for a total of 138. Aaron has also earned the prestigious National Medal for Outdoor Achievement. This medal was established in 2010 as the "highe…
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Wilderness Survival Tips, Tricks and Tools with Expert Brett Stoffel
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Following this week's newscast, the CPC Scouting Expedition welcomes Brett Stoffel of Outdoor Safe and Emergency Response International with his lifesaving tips, tricks and tools to survive in the great outdoors. Brett’s background includes being an aircraft commander of a B52 and a B2 mission commander. He’s been a USAF instructor and managed Comb…
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New Merit Badge Counselor Management System
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Introducing "Badger", our new Merit Badge Counselor Management System. Our Eagle & Advancement Processor Michelle Baumann and Support Services Specialist Ben Wiggins walk merit badge counselor and CPC Director of Marketing, Chris Bartell through the system. Click here to watch the walkthrough on YouTube Council volunteers can learn more and registe…
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A quick podcast episode today to present the latest Council news to Scouts, Scouters, and friends of the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America.By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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A quick podcast episode today to present the latest news to Scouts, Scouters, and friends of the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America.By Cascade Pacific Council, BSA
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