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Norwela Council - Scouting America
We are the Norwela Council of Scouting America and the W.C. Rasberry Scout Service Center and Scout Shop.
NEWEST UPDATE: the internet is out again. Stay safe out there.
UPDATE: INTERNET SERVICES HAVE BEEN RESTORED!
The Norwela Council Service Center and Scout Store are open for business today; however, we are currently experiencing an internet outage. This outage is affecting our phone service and operating systems.
While the Scout Store remains open, we are unable to process credit or debit card transactions at this time. Purchases may be made using cash or check only until service is restored.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work through this issue. We will provide updates as they become available.
Thank you for your understanding.
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Was your Scouting registration suspended?
If you did not complete the new Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) before Youth Protection Training (YPT) expired on May 31, 2026, your registration may have been suspended.
The good news is that your registration can be reinstated. Simply complete the Safeguarding Youth Training and email a copy of your SYT completion certificate to Whitney.Ross@scouting.org
If you're unsure of your status or need assistance accessing your my.scouting account, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're happy to help get you back into compliance and active in Scouting.
Don't wait—complete your training today!
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www.ktbs.com/news/caddo-parish-sheriff-s-camp-makes-history-by-welcoming-girls-for-first-time/art...
Caddo Parish sheriff’s camp makes history by welcoming girls for first time
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STONEWALL, La. — The 35th annual Caddo Parish Sheriff's Camp is underway at the Kinsey Scout Reservation, marking a historic milestone for the long-running program.2 CommentsComment on Facebook
I always loved working Sheriffs Camp! 🏕️
My boys love working these!
Our Mission
The mission of the Norwela Council, Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
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About Us
The Norwela Council of the Boy Scouts of America has been working to prepare today’s youths to become tomorrow’s leaders by instilling values that have grown too scarce in today’s society.
The Norwela Council of the BSA was established in 1923. It serves a nine-parish region: Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, Claiborne, DeSoto, Natchitoches, Red River, Sabine, and Webster.
In 2019:
- Norwela Council served over 2,700 boys and girls in 123 Cub Scout Packs (age 5-10), Scouts BSA Troops (age 11-17), Venture Crews (age 14-20), and Exploring Posts (age 14-20).
- Norwela Council had over 800 adult volunteers
- Over 200 Boy Scouts attended Summer Camp at Kinsey Scout Reservation during the Summer
- Over 2,000 Cub Scouts and their families attended Cub Family Weekend Camps
- Over 300 Scouts BSA members and Scouters attended Winter Camp at Kinsey Scout Reservation in November
- During the fall, over 1,200 new boys and girls and their families were recruited into the Scouting program
- 37 youth attained the rank of Eagle Scout (the highest rank in Scouting)
- Norwela Council provided registration assistance and camperships to over 600 youth
- Norwela Council purchased food and program supplies for underprivileged youth
The Norwela Council is divided into 4 geographic districts. Each district is served by at least one professional staff member — district executive and/or district director. The district executive or director leads teams of hundreds of adult volunteer leaders in providing a Scouting program to the youth members in the community. The fax number for all districts is (318) 861-3354.
The Neshotah District serves all of Caddo Parish.
The Scoutreach District serves under-privileged youth during school hours who are unable to attend a “traditional” evening meeting.
The Netami District serves DeSoto, Red River, Natchitoches and Sabine Parishes.
The Yatasi District serves Bossier, Webster, Claiborne and Bienville Parishes.
Become a Scout Today!
Scouts BSA has a lot to offer, but don’t let the number of merit badges scare you away. With exposure to a uniquely hands-on learning experience and the opportunity to earn merit badges reflecting each Scout’s budding interests, youth unlock a world of discovery around them and forge a path for the future.
Contact
Norwela Service Center
3508 Beverly Place
Shreveport, LA 71104
Direct: 318-868-2774
Fax: 318-861-3354
Norwela Scout Shop
3508 Beverly Place
Shreveport, LA 71104
Direct: 318-868-2774
Fax: 318-861-3354
Scout Shop
The Norwela Council is grateful to the Beaird Family Foundation and the Community Foundation of North Louisiana for their support of Scouting
