Watkins Nurseries Exploring Post

Open House on April 11th

We're excited to announce a brand-new Exploring Post hosted by our friends at Watkins Nurseries. Come by the Open House on April 11th at 9:00am, which serves as the first official meeting, then join meetings on Saturday mornings for 6 weeks where you'll learn about seed planting, monitoring germination, ball and burlapping a tree root, general pruning, transplanting, the laws and techniques of horticulture, outdoor practice, and exposure. This is a great opportunity for your Scout to learn more about a career in horticulture. Register below!

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2026 Conclave Work Days

Nawakwa Lodge is the hosting the 2026 E9 Conclave at Camp T. Brady Saunders in late April and expects over 1,200 youth and adult Order of the Arrow members from across Virginia. Conclave is an annual weekend of fun, training, competition, and fellowship for OA members, and our opportunity to host only comes around every few years. The last time Nawakwa hosted was 2019.  To prepare for such a great opportunity, the Nawakwa Lodge is calling on all Scouts and Scouters to help get the camp ready. Volunteers do not need to be OA members. Scouts and adults from all programs (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scouts) and their non-Scouting guests are welcome to register and help.



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2026 Tournament of Eagles

May 11th at The Federal Club

Join us on Monday, May 11th at The Federal Club for a day of golf, fellowship, and fundraising to support Scouting in Central Virginia. This Captain’s Choice format tournament welcomes golfers of all skill levels, with sponsorship opportunities available to showcase your support for local Scouting. Participants will enjoy lunch, awards, giveaways, and the chance to make a lasting impact on youth in our community. Registration is Open!

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Cub Family Camporee

May 2nd—3rd

Cub families are invited to welcome spring outdoors at the Cub Family Camporee, May 2–3 at Cub Adventure Camp! Attend with your pack or come as a family, arrive on Friday evening or Saturday morning, and enjoy a full afternoon of program fun after lunch on Saturday. An optional meal plan makes the weekend even easier, and Scouts in grades 3–5 can take on the 40-foot Climbing Tower, along with favorites like archery, fishing, BBs, BMX bikes, STEM activities, and more. With beautiful early May weather, it’s the perfect overnight adventure to make lasting family memories at camp.

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Camp T. Brady Saunders 2026 Summer Camp

Merit Badge Registration Opens Soon!

It might be hard to tell from all the crazy weather, but summer is right around the corner. Now is the perfect time to take inventory, restock essentials, and start thinking ahead to this summer’s adventures. A little preparation now means fewer surprises later and a smoother trail into the 2026 camping season.  Registration is officially open for Summer Camp 2026 at Camp T. Brady Saunders, and your Scouts can choose their merit badges soon!

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