Phenomenon - is a themed older youth weekend program for Crews, Ships, and Scouts BSA members ages 14+, planned by the older youth in the Shenandoah Area Council and other nearby CST 12 Councils, and is based on the Venturing ALPS model.

2026 Phenomenon Details

WHO: For adults and youth ages 14 and older

Program Highlights:

• Range and Target Sports
• NRA First Steps Pistol
• Shotgun
• Archery
• Leave No Trace Level 1
• Scavenger Hunt (winners get plaque and limited edition ghosted patches)
• Trivia
• Golf
• Competitive jigsaw puzzle competition (winners get plaque, puzzle, and limited edition ghosted patches)
• Sqessie photo contest (winner gets recognition item and limited edition ghosted patch)
• ILSC/ILSS
• Goal Setting/Time Management
• Project Management
• Mentoring
• Quest for Sqessie Race (winners get plaque, Lego set, and limited edition ghosted patches)
• Costume Contest for Crew/Ship/Troop with best themed costumes (winners get plaque and limited edition ghosted patches)
• Ethical Controversy
• Saturday Evening Social