An Association of Retired Scouters

FLINTLOCKS B.S.A. Inc.

Providing service and support to Scouting in Patriots' Path Council, B.S.A.

Celebrating 20 years of Service  1988 - 2008

What is a Flintlock?

Not a difficult question to answer, but also not an easy one either for....  He is a composite molded from many of life's experiences, and comes from all walks of life:

A Builder, Business Manager, Cabinet Maker, Chemical Researcher, College Professor, Economist, Electrician, Engineer, Financial Analyst, Graphic Designer, Plumber, Sales Executive, School Principal, and School Teacher to name a few.

He is likely one who has devoted untold years to the Scouting program as  Scout, Troop Leader or Council Member.

He is a dedicated man, supported by family and loved ones.  One who believes in the principles set by the Scout Law & Oath.

He is a team player who turns an "I" into a "We"... always working toward a common goal...to help others by constructing or repairing the camp facilities and giving today's leaders the necessary tools to run strong programs for the Scouts of the Patriots' Path Council.

He gives freely of his time and talents, not for reward, but because in the end he reaps so much more in return. The dividends from his efforts, that resound in the form of youthful joy, laughter and accomplishment, are immeasurable.

But, we cannot describe him unless we add: He is a good soul with a sense of humor, who can no longer run very far or jump very high, see quite as clearly or hear as well as he once did.  However, his dedication to duty has not waned and his spirit remains strong.

An ancient device in use during the early days of the growth of our nation that still works and can still be quite effective. It is also the name of a group of about forty retired scouters that organized in March of 1988 under the banner of the Watchung Area Council. These "ancient devices" volunteered their time
and labor to wage war against the damage at Camp Winnebago caused by hard use, neglect, disrepair and the ravages of time.

Early tentative projects such as a handicap ramp at the Trading Post and new tent platforms eventually grew over the past 20 years into an impressive array of projects including a new 800
square foot all purpose building, over 140 tent platforms, 26 latrines, several shower houses, 65 picnic tables, a sparkling new waterfront and more than 2,000 birdhouse and birdfeeder kits plus many, many more improvements.

There is much more to the Flintlock story.