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The 5 Transformative Benefits of Scouting: Changing the Lives of Youth in New Mexico
Scouting is more than just camping and badges. It’s a thrilling adventure that shapes who you are and who you’ll become.

Council Communications
Nov 133 min read


It’s Time to Shine!✨ Nominate Outstanding Scouts and Leaders for 2025 Awards
Are you ready to celebrate leadership excellence in Scouting?

Council Communications
Oct 71 min read


How Scouting Prepares Youth for Future Careers
Scouting is more than campouts and uniforms—it’s a program designed to prepare young people for life.

Council Communications
Sep 171 min read


Spark New Connections: Fresh Cub Scout Icebreaker Games
Searching for new ways to kickstart your Cub Scout meetings with energy and laughs? Explore these unique icebreakers!

Council Communications
Sep 92 min read


Den Meeting Decks Now Available at Scout Shop: Plan Your Meeting in Minutes!
Big news for Cub Scout leaders: planning den meetings just got easier! The brand-new Cub Scout Den Meeting Activity Card Decks are now available at ScoutShop.org and select Scout Shops nationwide.

Council Communications
Aug 221 min read


Mike Hunter Honored with Cliff Dochterman Award for a Lifetime of Service to Scouting and Rotary
The Pecos Valley Rotary Club and the Conquistador Council honored past rotary President and past Council Commissioner Mike Hunter on August 6th with the Cliff Dochterman Award for long tenured service to Scouting America and his dedication to the Pecos Valley Rotary and Chaves County.

Council Communications
Aug 182 min read


Training Tomorrow's Leaders Today: ILST 2025 with Troop 427 B & G
On Friday, July 25th, through Sunday, July 26th, 2025, Troop 427-B & G came together for a dynamic day of leadership training, teamwork, and Scout Spirit during their Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) course.

Council Communications
Aug 72 min read


Why Wood Badge?! Part 1: More Fun Than You Think
Wood Badge is an advanced leadership training course for registered adult leaders in Scouting America.

Council Communications
Jun 232 min read


Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT): Extending the Commitment to Youth Safety
Safeguarding youth is our highest priority. As part of our continued commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for every young person in our programs, we are excited to announce the launch of the new Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT).

Council Communications
Jun 202 min read


Announcing New Unit Scoutership Program: Fall Join Night Financial Assistance Now Available!
Conquistador Council is excited to announce a new opportunity to support local Scout units in delivering a high-quality and engaging Fall Join Night experience: the Unit Scoutership Program.

Council Communications
Jun 121 min read


Living the Scout Law: The Legacy of Jimmy Allison
The Scout Law defines the values by which Scouts strive to live, guiding their actions and character each day. While many Scouts do their best to uphold these ideals during their time in the program, only a few continue to embody them throughout their entire lives. Jimmy Allison was one of those rare individuals.

Council Communications
May 222 min read


New Safeguarding Youth Training: A Timely and Important
The new release of the new Safeguarding Youth Training wasn’t just a refreshed version of the old training—it’s a completely redesigned format with relevant, real-world content shared by national experts in youth protection.

Council Communications
May 211 min read


Memorial Gifts Honor a Champion: Jimmy Allison Registration Assistance Fund
The Conquistador Council is honored that his family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to the Jimmy Allison Registration Assistance Fund—helping ensure that finances are never a barrier that prevents a young person from joining Scouting.

Council Communications
May 51 min read


Alumni in the Units: Keeping the Scouting Legacy Alive
There’s no better time than now to reconnect with the alumni of your Pack, Troop, Crew, or Post.

Council Communications
Apr 21 min read


Order of the Arrow Kwahadi Lodge Banquet: Fellowship and Celebration Among Arrowmen
On February 8th, the Kwahadi Lodge held its Annual Banquet at the Green Chile Cafe in Artesia, NM.

Council Communications
Mar 41 min read


Scouts Celebrate Leaders at Chisum Trail 2025 District Banquet
The Chisum Trail District celebrated together at their District Banquet on February 7th, 2025 in Artesia New Mexico.

Council Communications
Feb 142 min read


A Century of Scouting: Volunteers and Growth Fuel the Future
On February 1, 2025, the Conquistador Council celebrated 100 years of Scouting at the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell.

Council Communications
Feb 61 min read


Remembering Minor S. Huffman
The heart of the Conquistador Council’s story begins with Minor S. Huffman, our first Scout Executive.

Council Communications
Feb 41 min read


Lions Club Scouting Service Award Presented to Carol Parman
On Monday, February 3, 2025, the Lions Club Scouting Service Award was presented to Carol Parman of the Roswell Mid-Day Lions Club.

Council Communications
Feb 41 min read


Oil Patch District Banquet 2025: Celebrating Leaders and Excellence
The Oil Patch District Banquet was held on January 25th, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church, in Hobbs NM.

Council Communications
Feb 31 min read
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