Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop

05/30/2026

🌟📗🌟BOOK SIGNING EVENT🌟📗🌟
The Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop is excited to welcome George Napoleone on Saturday, June 20th from 11a to 3p where he will be signing his book Backpacking for Scout Troops! He will be doing presentations at 11a and 1p. We will have door prizes, fun and so much information! Please stop by, pick up your book and say hi to George!
Information about his book is here:
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Equip your troop for unforgettable adventures.
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Is you Scout troop ready to trade the parking lot for the backcountry? While general backpacking guides abound, they often miss the unique challenges and opportunities of leading a youth group on the trail.
This is the definitive guide written specifically for Scout leaders and parents. Learn how to manage larger crews, accommodate varying ages and abilities, and integrate Scouting’s advancement goals into your trek.
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Packed with hard-won wisdom, practical strategies, and “Lessons Learned” from over 20 years of experience, this book provides the confidence to plan safe, successful, and rewarding backpacking adventures that will keep Scouts engaged and on the path to Eagle.

05/27/2026

Is your Eagle 🦅Scout graduating? Don't forget their honor cords! Pick them from the scout shop now. Don't forget, we are open until 7 on Tuesdays.

05/27/2026

🎉Congratulations Joy and Kim!🎉
🤗Welcome Ariana, Mel and Daniel!🤗

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming several outstanding members of the Greater Hudson Valley Council staff team!

🎉 Congratulations to Joy Labudzinski on her promotion to Office Manager! Joy has served as our Council Registrar for the past five years and has been involved in Scouting since 2013. Her dedication to supporting our volunteers and families has made a tremendous impact across the council. Outside of Scouting, Joy loves horses and the outdoors. We’re excited to see her step into this new leadership role!

🎉 Congratulations to Kim Gifford on her promotion to Senior Field Manager! Kim has served as a Field Manager since 2021 and has played a major role in supporting Scouting across the Hudson Valley. She has also served as the Camp Director for Camp Bullowa’s summer camp program. We look forward to her continued leadership and impact on Scouting in our council.

👏 Please join us in welcoming Ariana Lopez-Gonzalez as our new Council Registrar! Ariana joins the council with a background in human resources and a personal connection to Scouting through her younger brother in Cub Scouting. We’re excited to have her supporting our Scouting families and volunteers.

👏 Please join us in welcoming Melida “Mel” Rodriguez-Chavez as our new Field Manager serving the Algonquin and Mohican Districts beginning June 1st! Mel brings experience in operations, marketing, customer service, recruitment, and team development. A graduate of the University at Albany, she is fluent in Spanish and passionate about community engagement and helping organizations grow. We’re excited to have her join the Scouting America team!

👏 Please join us in welcoming Daniel Murray as our new Field Manager serving the Croton River and Dutchess Districts beginning September 1st! Daniel currently serves as the Camp Buckskin Program Director at Curtis S. Read Scout Reservation and brings experience in marketing, communications, and youth leadership. An Eagle Scout and recipient of Camp Manager of the Year at Camp Read, Daniel is passionate about Scouting and youth development. We’re excited to have him join the team this fall!

Please help us congratulate and welcome these incredible Scouting professionals as they continue to strengthen Scouting across the Hudson Valley!

Find the full staff list here: https://www.ghvscouting.org/ghv-council-staff/

05/26/2026

Congratulations Laura! We will miss you! 🎉🎉🎉

Today we celebrate Laura Kaye on her retirement after 25 years of dedicated service to Scouting America and the Greater Hudson Valley Council.

As our Office Manager, Laura has played an incredible role in supporting volunteers, families, and staff for decades, while also helping lead many successful popcorn sales over the years. Her dedication, kindness, and commitment to Scouting have made a lasting impact on countless people throughout our Council.

Congratulations, Laura, on an amazing career and a well-deserved retirement! Thank you for 25 years of service to Scouting.

05/24/2026

On Monday the Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop will be joining you in remembering the fallen heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice as we close the shop. We will return to regular business hours on Tuesday.

05/15/2026

Are you going to Jamboree? Do you need to get your uniform ready? Drop off your uniform to the Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop on Saturday, June 6th (10a-4p) and we will have it ready for pick up on Saturday, June 20th. Print and fill out the attached form to bring in when you arrive and get a sweet treat. Call the Scout Shop with any questions (845)762-3804. This is open to all scouts going to Jamboree from any council.

05/05/2026

The Scout Shop will now be open until 7pm on Tuesdays to help ease your evening rush.

05/05/2026

Sale ends June 27th. Stop in and say hi today!

05/04/2026

Stop in today to help make a difference in Scouting around the world.