The Boy Scouts of America, Connecticut Yankee Council serves nearly 7,000 young people in Fairfield, New Haven and parts of Hartford counties. Scouting’s purpose is to develop youth into good citizens by instilling in them the values contained in the Scout Oath and Law. Through its various programs, youth are exposed to new interests, make new friends, gain a respect for their environment, develop leadership skills and give back to their community. For more information, please visit www.ctyankee.org.