The Boy Scouts of America's Pennsylvania Dutch Council invites local youths to learn about Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA at an event on Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Bethel Evangelical Congregational Church, 3716 Main St., Conestoga.

The event will offer an opportunity for boys in kindergarten through fifth grade to learn about Cub Scout Pack 146 and for boys ages 11 to 17 to learn about Troop 146. Attendees will be able to join Scouting. Anyone who cannot attend the event is welcome to join at any time.

During the school year, Pack 146 will meet on Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Bethel EC Church. Den-level meetings will be determined by the dens. Cub Scouts will have opportunities to participate in STEM activities, shooting sports, hiking, camping, skits, service projects and more.

Cub Scouting seeks to nurture leadership and character growth, strengthen families, help children develop interests and skills, provide adventure and offer opportunities for fellowship. The program is volunteer-driven and encourages parent involvement.

To learn more, contact Jason Derr at 717-205-8643 or Fred Frey at 717-951-3164 or derfss1@msn.com.

Troop 146 will meet on Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Bethel EC Church. In Scouts BSA, service, community engagement and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as youths lead their own activities and work their way toward attaining Scouting's highest rank, Eagle Scout. The program often includes outdoor activities, such as camping, hiking and fishing.

To learn more about Troop 146, contact Frey.

Scouting employees and volunteers have submitted all background checks required by Pennsylvania Act 15. The Scouting programs are not affiliated with the Penn Manor School District.

For more information on Scouting in Lancaster County, including opportunities for girls, call Sheila Fasig at 717-553-4203 or visit http://www.beascout.org. Information about the Boy Scouts of America's Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA programs is also available at http://www.scouting.org.