University of Scouting 2026

Saturday Nov. 14th

Geneseo Middle/High School

Get ready for a weekend the whole family can enjoy at University of Scouting! This isn’t just a training event—it's an
experience designed for everyone.

For Leaders & Parents: Gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to make Scouting shine at your unit. Training
sessions cover everything from position specifics to program planning to hands-on leadership skills.

For Scouts BSA Youth: We’re offering 15+ merit badges, plus the opportunity to complete aquatic rank requirements.
Scouts can dive into new interests, knock out advancement, and take home real progress.

For Younger Kids: While mom and dad are learning, our Cub Fun Camp will keep K-5 Scouts busy with fun, adventure-filled
activities. Your Scouts will be having a blast while you’re sharpening your skills.

For Everyone: Expect a lively atmosphere with vendors — ranging from Scout-related organizations to community partners
— who bring resources, gear, and opportunities right to you.

WHERE: Geneseo Middle/High School: 4050 Avon Geneseo Road Geneseo, NY 14454

WHEN: Saturday, November 14th

Check-in begins at 8 AM - opening ceremony begins at 9 AM. Registration Deadline: 11/1

Vendor setup at 7 AM

WHO: Adult Leaders, BSA Scouts, Webelos Scouts, AOL Scouts and Cub Scout-aged Siblings are invited to attend.
Registration will be limited to the first 300 adults and Scouts.

COST: $25 per Adult or Scouts BSA member, $20 for Cub Scout or Sibling

Fee includes registration, program supplies and event patch. Lunch (Tony's Subs) on Saturday will be provided by the event (+$2.00 for glutten-free option. Payment must be received by the Council Service Center no later than October 30, 2026 or a $10/person late fee will be added. Please Note: All Cub Scouts and Cub aged youth (5-10) will be enrolled in the Cub Funiveristy

CONTACT E-mail Jennifer Pedicone (jennifer.pedicone@gmail.com)
Make checks payable to: Great Falls Council, 2860 Genesee Street, Buffalo, NY 14225
Phone: 716-891-4073

Member ID will be required for Youth. This is so we can enter advancement into Scoutbook afterwards. Scouting America Member ID can be found in the roster of My.Scouting.org or in their profile of Scoutbook plus. IF you are doing a Unit registration you are encouraged to use the login. If you are a Key 3 or designated, you will have access to the Unit Roster, which will input it for you.

If you need help signing up for classes watch the Webinar from Summer Camp: Click here for video

Merit Badges

Any prerequisites for a badge are listed in the course catalog. You will also be able to download a pre-req report under the reports tab after registration is completed.  If these requirements are not completed by the event, the Scout will have to be complete them at a later date with the Scouts Merit Badge Counselor.  Scouts are expected to be prepared with knowledge of all of the requirements for the badge as well as the contents of the merit badge book prior to the date of the event.  Scouts should be in Scout uniform and bring paper, pen or pencil. NOTE: Many merit badges were updated on January of 2025, as a result worksheet may not be accurate. You are responsible for the current requirements. Those can be found at the National Merit Badge site.

Once the event is completed, advancement is uploaded into the Scouts Scoutbook Plus account. The person creating the registration will get an email when this is complete. NOTE: This relies on the name and the ID where entered as it appears in their registration and in Scoutbook Plus. For example a Scout whose registered name is Rebecca, but goes by Becky, must be registered in this event as Rebecca. You will have access to Blue Cards and advancement reports under the report tab after the information has been entered.

Vendors Welcome!!

REFUND POLICY

EVENT REGISTRATION FEES

Individuals/Groups that cancel their event registration 14 days or more prior to the event date will receive a refund of the total registration fee less a 50% cancellation fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the event date.

CANCELLATION BY THE COUNCIL

If the Council or Scouting America or any agency that has contracted with the Council cancels an event, the Council will issue a full 100% refund (including any Deposit Money).

After registration you will receive a confirmation email. If you don't please check your spam folder. Look for an email from no-reply@247scouting.org