About | Hoosier Trails Council | Boy Scouts Of America

About Us

Volunteer adult leaders serve at all levels of Scouting. Each volunteer provides guidance, direction, and supervision of activities for a specific group. Each volunteer is provided with training to complete their role. These adults are the backbone of our organization’s success. Scouts are mentored by caring adults who guide them through our advancement program, which has a proven track-record of giving kids a head start at leading a successful life.

Scouting America

Scouting America was incorporated on February 8, 1910. We have celebrated a centennial of positive impact on American society and American young people. We are stepping boldly into our next century of service to the families of our community.

Community-based organizations receive national charters to implement the Scouting program as a part of their youth programming. These groups, which have goals compatible with those of Scouting America, include school groups, churches, civic clubs, fraternal and business organizations, among others. Our programs are grade-specific and age-appropriate:

Cub Scouting

Lion Cubs: Kindergarten
Tiger Cubs: First Grade
Cub Scouts: Second – Third Grade
Webelos: Fourth – Fifth Grade

Scouts BSA

Youth: Ages 11-18

Venturing

Youth: Ages 14-20

Hoosier Trails Council

The Hoosier Trails Council, Scouting America benefits youth through programs of character development and values-based leadership training. We positively impact youth and families in 18 counties in south-central Indiana, provided fun and adventure to thousands of youth each year. Scouts are mentored by caring adults who guide them through our advancement programs, which have a proven track record of giving kids a head start on leading successful lives.

The Council maintains a camp property, Maumee Scout Reservation. Most Scouting activities, including, Summer Camp which takes place at Maumee Scout Reservation.

Glen Steenberger

Strategic Planning, Board Development, Community Awareness, Fundraising, Relationship Development, Communications, Council Administration, Staff Oversight, Fiscal Stewardship, Accounting Services, and Properties Oversight.

Kevin Trojan

Activities, Advancements, Camping, Insurance Claims, National Youth Leadership Training, Order of the Arrow, Popcorn Sales, Training, Website Support, Wood Badge, Service Center Management, and Council Program Fee Management.

Jon Ocheltree

Staff support to further the Scouting movement in the Hoosier Trails Council, provides leadership to the field staff, supports Commissioner Services and the Council Membership Committee. Jon is also providing direct support for units in Bartholomew and Decatur Counties.

Amalia Shifriss

Serves as lead staff person for all fundraising activities for the Council. Recruits volunteer committees of sufficient size and strength to accomplish the council’s development objectives. This individual is charged with the responsibility of managing activities related to the analysis, execution, control, and evaluation of all assigned fundraising activities.

Rod Kates

Staff support to further the Scouting movement in the White River Trails District, serving Daviess, Greene, Lawrence, Martin, and Orange Counties. Additionally, supporting the council’s outreach programming.

Vacant

Staff support to further the Scouting movement in Jefferson, Dearborn, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland Counties, Jackson, and Jennings Counties.

Colton Cawood

Staff support to further the Scouting movement in Brown, Monroe, Morgan, and Owen Counties.

Ed Laehle

Manages paid staff as well as volunteers and serves as a customer service ambassador for Scouting. Maintains and repairs the facility’s structure, machinery, equipment and grounds including plumbing, electrical and HVAC. Performs skilled trades work such as carpentry or painting. Repairs or alter structures such as walls, roofs or office fixtures. Summer Camp management.

Holly Barton

Accounts Payable Support, Membership Registration Support, Membership Cards, Membership Filing, Special Projects, Advancement Support, Payroll Processing, Tour Permits, Customer Service, Scout Life Magazine Subscriptions.

Terri Lee

Support for camping, events, property reservations, Friends of Scouting, Endowment, Special Fundraising Events, Popcorn, Deposits, Phone Operator, Financial Filing, Order of the Arrow, Training. Supports the Scout Executive/CEO in daily business operations.

Diversity & Belonging Policy

The Hoosier Trails Council, Scouting America promotes a culture where each youth, volunteer, and employee feels a sense of belonging and builds communities where every person is respected and valued.

We lead by example and encourage each other to live by the values expressed by the Scout Oath and Scout Law. We welcome members and employees of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s increasingly diverse communities.

Community Partners

United Way of Central Indiana
Jackson County United Way
Jefferson County United Way
United Way of South-central Indiana
Bartholomew County United Way
Other United Way Agencies provide donor designated support.

Bloomington Scout Shop

Bloomington Scout Shop Store Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Thursday and Sunday Closed

The Scout Shop will be closed for Thanksgiving on Friday, November 29, and closed for end of the year holidays from December 22nd – January 2nd.

The Bloomington Scout Shop is the premier provider of all Official Scouting gear including a wide array of camping gear. Come visit your Scout Shop and let our friendly Sales Associate assist you today!