Presidents Day Closure

Monday, February 16th



In observance of the Presidents Day holiday on February 16th, the Heart of Virginia Council Leadership Center and Scout Shop will be closed.

[The History of Presidents Day]

Wilderness First Aid

February 28th

Wilderness First Aid training is a must for adults leading Scouts on high adventure treks, and now is the time to get certified. Hosted by the Heart of Virginia Council and taught by Outdoor Safety LLC, this two-day course provides American Red Cross certification in Wilderness & Remote First Aid and Adult CPR/AED. Through hands-on practice and realistic scenarios, participants gain the skills and confidence to respond when help may be hours away. If your unit is planning a high adventure trip, make sure your leadership team is trained and ready.

[Get WFA Certified]

🚨 Scout Stories Featured at FOS Dinner



As we prepare for our Friends of Scouting Dinner this April, we’re gathering the inspiring stories (from 2024 through present) that truly show Scouting in action... and we need your help. We’re looking for Scouts whose journeys reflect the Scout Oath and Law, from meaningful Eagle projects and leadership achievements to life-saving actions or personal growth made possible through Scouting. If you know a Scout whose story deserves to be celebrated, please share it with us so we can highlight the real impact Scouting is making in our communities. Email submissions (including the Scout’s name, age, unit type and number, and a short summary) to issac.otero@scouting.org by February 15th.

[Read All About It]

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.

[Join the Cub Camporee]

🚨 Don't Miss the 2025 Eagle Scout Commencement

Randolph-Macon College, February 22nd



The Heart of Virginia Council invites you to celebrate the outstanding Scouts who earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2025 at the Eagle Scout Commencement, held on Sunday, February 22nd, at Randolph-Macon College. All 2025 Eagle Scouts are invited to attend FREE of charge, along with their parents and Scoutmaster. As in years past, there will be campus tours, openings for the Life Scout Honor Guard, and opportunities for families to celebrate their Eagle with personalized program messages. Registration closes February 20th.

[Eagle Scout Commencement Webpage]

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