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Canadian Traditional Scouting Association
Traditional Scouting develops good citizenship through character, self‑reliance,
service to others, and practical skills.
service to others, and practical skills.
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The E.A.R. – The Extreme Adventure Race
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Lisa Vreman, 1st WIlliamsburg/Director Eastern Ontario
Years ago, one of our legendary retired leaders, Joanne Jansen, had a vision: a high-stakes, skill-testing gauntlet that would push our scouts to their limits. It has been a smash hit ever since. Whether they are building a fire or navigating by compass, our Explorers and Timberwolves (TWs) don’t just learn skills—they live them. We don’t just group friends together; we build crews. Teams of three are meticulously balanced to ensure every "old hand" has the chance to mentor a "newbie." Whether it’s a veteran Explorer leading two fresh TWs or an experienced TW guiding a new recruit, success depends on one thing: Teamwork. The Challenges: Morning & Afternoon The day is a marathon, not a sprint. We tackle six major trials:
There is no map to the next station. Teams are given a bearing and a starting point; if they can't use their compass to find the next challenge, that's where their tokens come in handy! In Traditional Scouting, skill is only half the battle. 50% of a team's score is based entirely on their teamwork and attitude. We aren’t just looking for the fastest fire; we’re looking for the scouts who embody the Scout Law under pressure. Unless the weather is truly miserable (and even then, we usually have a blast), the day ends with a legendary prize table. From dry sacs and flashlights to camping gear and books, the top teams take home the spoils of a hard-earned victory. The 2026 event was scheduled for March 14; however, it was postponed due to road conditions after a recent ice storm. |
Limited‑Edition CTSA Campfire Blankets — Personalize Yours!
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We’ve partnered with Digby’s Embroidery to bring you a special, limited‑run heavyweight camp blanket — each one proudly embroidered with the CTSA logo in the bottom corner.
Built for Every Adventure At 68" x 86", these blankets are the perfect size for camping trips, cozy nights at home, keeping in the car, or anywhere you want a warm, rugged companion. Make It Uniquely Yours Because each blanket is embroidered by one of our very own members, you have the rare chance to add your name for just a small additional cost.
Extremely Limited Supply This is a one‑time production run — once these blankets are gone, they’re gone for good. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of CTSA pride that you can use for years to come. Reserve yours now: [email protected] Wrap yourself in Scouting spirit and claim your personalized blanket before the last one disappears. |
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2025/2026 Discounted Registration through the summer!
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Ongoing registration!
We are into the second half of the Scouting year. New or returning registrations received after February 1 will be subject to reduced fees. Group fees above and beyond the Council fees are at the discretion of the individual group. Find your local group by clicking the link to our Groups page |
Ontario Scouter's Retreat 2025! September 12-13-14 - a Great Success!
Next year we will again return to Pootcorners Alpacas for Scouters' Retreat weekend. The date has been set as September 18, 19 and 20th 2026. This opportunity is open to all Rovers and adult volunteers of the Association, regardless of their training. Also in accordance with the Explorer 4th Law, outside organizations that wish to attend can do so under the brotherhood and sisterhood of scouting.
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Quartermaster NewsPOLICY CHANGEUniform Ordering Policy Update
The CTSA Quartermaster does not keep a large stock of uniform shirts in all sizes. This is to reduce our inventory and ensure that we can work efficiently with our suppliers to deliver your items. Over the last year, the direct ordering of uniform items, with shipments being held and consolidated, has caused several issues where items were not received correctly, as the Group does not have exact knowledge of what was ordered. To help streamline the uniform ordering process and reduce overall shipping costs, we kindly ask that families do not place orders directly through the CTSA Store. Instead, please coordinate all uniform orders through your Group Commissioner. This approach ensures: ✅ Orders are grouped together for more efficient shipping ✅ Leaders receive the items directly and can distribute them accurately ✅ Everyone knows who gets what—no mix-ups or missing pieces Thank you for your cooperation and support in making this process smoother for everyone! |
Council Fundraiser for the Robert Anderson Memorial Fund
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Robert Anderson "Akela-Bob" Was one of the founding members of CTSA. In his memory we renamed our fund to support Scouting families in need.
The Mabel's Labels fundraiser provides custom labels for labelling all of your Otter, Timber Wolf, or Explorer's gear and belongings for camp or for school. This is an on-going fundraiser of the council. http://campaigns.mableslabels.com |
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Provisional Members 2023
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