Hawk Mountain Council

What Hawk Mountain Council does

Hawk Mountain Council is a regional nonprofit council of Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) that delivers youth development programming to families in Berks County and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. Its portfolio spans Cub Scouting (kindergarten through fifth grade), Scouts BSA (ages 10-17), the Order of the Arrow honor society, and supporting programs including National Youth Leadership Training, S.A.F.E. youth protection training, and the HMSR Conservation Corps. The council's primary physical asset is the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation, which hosts summer camp, Cub Scout camping, year-round camping, and facility rentals.

Underlying delivery is a community-based volunteer model: programs are executed through local packs, troops, crews, and dens chartered to schools, churches, and civic groups, with adult volunteers serving in leadership roles under council staff oversight. The technology stack is conventional nonprofit/web infrastructure — a WordPress council website, national my.scouting.org online registration, the Black Pug registration system, and standard social channels — with no proprietary platform disclosed.

The council operates six revenue streams: a portion of national membership dues (recurring), Friends of Scouting annual giving augmented by the Herbie Hawk Society major-donor program (donations), the Fall Product Sale popcorn fundraiser (transaction-based), camp fees and HMSR facility rentals (usage-based), special events such as Fairways for Scouting and Shoot For A Cause (donations), and endowment and planned giving (donations). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; needs-based scholarships are offered for membership and camp fees. The council is led locally under the umbrella of the national Scouting America nonprofit and is not a public or investable entity.

Name

Hawk Mountain Council

Legal name

Hawk Mountain Council, BSA

Website

https://hmc-bsa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hawk Mountain Council is a Scouting America nonprofit council delivering Cub Scouting, Scouts BSA, and outdoor programs to youth and families across Berks and Schuylkill Counties in eastern Pennsylvania, funded through membership dues, donations, and camp fees.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Scouting programs
• Summer camp services
• Outdoor adventure education
• Youth leadership training

Headquarters

HQ city

Schuylkill Haven

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees collected from registered Scouts and adult leaders. The council receives a portion of national BSA membership dues.
2. Friends of Scouting (Annual Giving): Annual fundraising campaign where donors contribute to support council operations, programs, and facilities. Includes the Herbie Hawk Society for major donors.
3. Fall Product Sale (Popcorn): Annual popcorn sale where Scouts sell products and a portion of proceeds supports council operations and unit funding.
4. Camp Fees and Facility Rentals: Summer camp fees, year-round camping fees, and facility rental income from the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation.
5. Special Events: Fundraising events such as Fairways for Scouting (golf), Shoot For A Cause (trap shoot), and other charitable events.
6. Endowment and Planned Giving: Long-term charitable giving vehicles including endowments and planned gifts that provide future funding.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hawk Mountain Council delivers youth development programs through Cub Scouting (K-5th grade), Scouts BSA (ages 10-17), and the Order of the Arrow honor society, anchored at the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. Programs combine character building, citizenship training, personal fitness, merit badge advancement, and outdoor adventure including summer camp, year-round camping, and leadership training (NYLT). Supporting offerings include youth protection training, conservation corps service, scholarships, and the annual Fall Product Sale fundraiser.

Product overview

Hawk Mountain Council operates as a regional council of Scouting America, offering a multi-tiered youth development portfolio. The core programs include Cub Scouting (K-5th grade), Scouts BSA (ages 10-17), and the Order of the Arrow honor society. The council's primary facility is the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation (HMSR), which hosts summer camp, Cub Scout camping, and year-round outdoor programming. Supporting offerings include youth leadership training (NYLT), youth protection training (S.A.F.E.), conservation corps, annual fall product sales (popcorn), and scholarship programs for camp and membership fees. The portfolio integrates programs, facilities, training, and fundraising to deliver character development and outdoor adventure experiences.

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Products and services

• Cub Scouting A youth development program for children in kindergarten through 5th grade (ages 5-10) focusing on character development, leadership skills, and outdoor activities through age-appropriate adventures in local packs.
• Scouts BSA The traditional Scouting program for youth ages 10-17 offering merit badges, rank advancement, and leadership opportunities through camping, hiking, and community service in troops organized around schools, churches, or community groups.
• Order of the Arrow The national honor society of Scouting America recognizing Scouts who exemplify Scout spirit and service through camping and cheerful service.
• Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation The council's primary camp facility offering year-round camping, summer camp programs, facility rentals, and outdoor adventure activities for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA.
• Summer Camp 2026 Week-long overnight camp experience at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation for Scouts BSA featuring merit badge opportunities, outdoor skills, and adventure activities.
• Cub Scout Camping 2026 Age-appropriate camping experiences for Cub Scouts at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation, including family camping events and den overnighters.
• National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) A leadership development course for youth leaders teaching contemporary leadership skills through the EDGE teaching method and team-based activities.
• S.A.F.E. Youth Protection Training Mandatory youth protection training program covering safeguarding protocols for adults working with youth in Scouting activities.
• Hawk Mountain Council Scholarships Scholarship programs supporting camp attendance and council membership for Scouts who need financial assistance to participate.
• 2026 Fall Product Sale Annual popcorn sales fundraising program supporting council operations, featuring trail mix and popcorn products sold by Scouts.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• United Way of Berks CountyminorOthersThe Hawk Mountain Council is a proud member of the United Way of Berks County, which provides workplace giving campaign support and community investment to local nonprofits.
• Schuylkill United WayminorOthersThe council maintains membership in the Schuylkill United Way, enabling access to their workplace giving campaigns and community resources in Schuylkill County service area.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hawkmtncouncil
• Facebookfacebook.com/bsa.hmc
• Instagraminstagram.com/hawkmountaincouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hmc-bsa

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