Mission Statement

The Connecticut Masonic Scouters Association (CMSA) is a group of Connecticut Masons and Scouters coming together in the bonds of Freemasonry and Scouting to promote and build upon the long-standing positive relationship between Freemasonry and Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America).

PURPOSE

The goal of CMSA is to bring Connecticut adult Scouters and Freemasons together for the purpose of enjoying our common values and to promote noteworthy activities while upholding the tenets of Freemasonry.

COMMON VALUES

Scouting America was founded in 1910 by our Masonic Brothers Daniel Carter Beard, William D. Boyce and James E. West, along with Mr. Ernest Thompson Seton. These founding fathers succeeded in creating one of America’s finest youth organizations by introducing the values of Freemasonry which include good citizenship, patriotism, morality, loyalty, kindness, obedience, courage, and reverence. They also included teaching the skills of teamwork, management, leadership, effective communication, the ability to set and achieve long-range goals, and the value of brotherhood with men of strong character.

Scouting America produces many young men, including Eagle Scouts, who may become members and leaders in our great Fraternity. The values of Freemasonry and Scouting are immensely complementary.

CMSA Officers