[PCM+) A New Adventure Begins: Scouting in Ponca City Joins with Last Frontier Council

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Local Ponca City Scouting Packs and Troops are now a part of the Last Frontier Council, based out of Oklahoma City. The Cimarron Council officially merged with the Last Frontier Council on February 1, 2025, marking a new era for Ponca City Scouts. Ponca City is located in the 101 District, which encompasses Osage, Kay and Grant counties.

Scouts participate in patriotic ceremony

Last Frontier Council released a statement on their Facebook page shortly after the merger stating, “We’re thrilled to announce that as of February 1st, the Last Frontier Council has merged with Cimarron Council, making us the largest area council in Oklahoma! This is a historic milestone for Scouting in our state, and we’re beyond excited to welcome all our new Scouts, leaders, and families to the Last Frontier family! Together, we’re stronger, bigger, and better equipped to continue the mission of Scouting: building character, fostering adventure, and empowering future leaders. To our new members: Welcome! Your skills, energy, and passion are what make Scouting so incredible, and we are honored to have you on this journey with us.”