
Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
- Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Central MN Council, Scouting America
- Miller Castle
- 21930 Paradise Dr N Nisswa, MN 56468
- Free Business Networking Event (Registration is Requested)
You’re invited to the most popular business networking event!
Gather your colleagues, family and friends and join us for one of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber’s most popular events, Business After Hours on Tuesday, May 12, from 4:30-6:00PM! Put on your armor and go to the Miller Castle to join Central MN Council, Scouting America, for an evening of high-energy networking, mouthwatering appetizers (mac n’ cheese, BBQ and buffalo meatballs, and fruit cobblers), refreshing beverages, exciting prize drawings, and unbeatable business connections.
Tour and Demonstrations
Guests will have an opportunity to do a self-guided tour the castle, watch scouts demonstrate knots and other Scoutcraft items. Receive an extra entry for their drawing by completing both!
Exclusive Feature: Get the inside scoop on Central MN Council, Scouting America during a live, casual interview with Isaiah Anderson, District Executive, and Josh Porter, Volunteer – District Chair & Scoutmaster of Troop 102 in Pequot Lakes, led by Matt Kilian, Chamber President! PLUS a short performance from the Scouts!
Whether you’re a seasoned member or brand new to the Chamber, this FREE event is the perfect way to grow your network, promote your business, and have a great time doing it. Don’t forget your business cards, you’ll have a chance to introduce yourself with the mic in hand.
Want to make an impression? Bring a door prize to add to the fun!
As a courtesy to the host, advanced registration is requested. To make your registration, click on button below or at the above right or call (218) 829-2838.
Host Prizes
Guests are encouraged to stay until the end for a chance to win fabulous prizes provided by the host and attendees!
- 2 Tickets to the ‘Shoot Out for Scouts’ event ($500 value!)
Event Timeline
- 4:30 PM: Networking, appetizers, and beverages
- 5:20 PM: Introductions
- 5:30 PM: Host interview
- 5:50 PM: Drawing for door prizes (must be present to win!)
Meet the Host
Central MN Council, Scouting America’s mission is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The Pine Tree District serves the Brainerd Lakes Area. Scouting America is the largest scouting organization and one of the largest youth organizations in the United States. Founded in 1910, more than 130 million Americans have participated in its programs, which are served by 465,000 adult volunteers.
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