Subscribe to Program Calendars

If you want to have your young persons program calendar synced directly in to your online calendar app you can follow the instructions below.

Get the Calendar URL

1. Find the Section: Look for your young persons section below. You can subscribe to multiple calendars. Click the + button and expand the window.

2. Get the URL: Copy the URL shown (clicking it doesn’t subscribe, you need to copy the link)

General Steps (for most apps)

1. Open Calendar App: Go to your chosen calendar application (Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.).

2. Find Subscription Option: Look for an option like "File > New Calendar Subscription," "Add Calendar," or "Add from URL" in the menus or settings.

3. Paste URL: Paste the copied iCal link where prompted.

4. Configure: Give the new calendar a name, choose a color, and set how often it should refresh (e.g., every hour, daily).

5. Confirm: Click "Subscribe," "Add," or "OK" to finish. 

Specific App Examples

• Apple Calendar (Mac): File > New Calendar Subscription, then paste the URL and set refresh frequency.

• Apple Calendar (iPhone/iPad): Calendars > Add Calendar > Add Subscription Calendar, then enter the URL.

• Google Calendar (Desktop): Use the "Add calendar" option and select "From URL," or click a shared link in an email. You can’t subscribe to Calendars on the Calendar App.

• Outlook.com: In Calendar, click "Add calendar," then "Subscribe from web," and paste the URL. 

Key Things to Know

• One-Way Sync: iCal subscriptions are one-way; changes made by the scout group update your calendar, but your changes won't go back to the scout group.

• Refresh Times: How often your calendar updates depends on the app, but it's usually automatic.