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The Jon-Christian Carroll Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship honors the legacy of Jon-Christian “Jon-Jon” Carroll—an Eagle Scout, U.S. Marine, and beloved son, brother, and friend who passed away in 2020. A proud member of Troop 544, Jon-Jon loved Scouting, the outdoors, and serving others. This scholarship supports Eagle Scouts who exemplify outstanding leadership, community service, and academic excellence.
[Learn about this special new scholarship, complete an application, and contribute.]
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FREE Slushies at Summer Camp?!
Camp Card Bonus Prize Alert
TODAY at 4:30 PM is the next Camp Card Prize Drawing! Scouts receive ONE entry for every 10 Camp Cards sold! Leaders can register their Scouts at the link below. Scouts also have a cool new incentive to sell Camp Cards this year—FREE Slushies at Summer Camp for Top Sellers. The top-selling Scout in each district and the top-selling Pack and Troop will enjoy this refreshing reward during their week at HOVC Summer Camp!
[Leaders Register Scouts for Prize Drawing HERE]
[All the Camp Card Details HERE]
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IOLS & BALOO: Free Training for Adult Leaders
May 24th–25th
There's one final opportunity to complete your Introduction to Outdoor Skills (IOLS) and Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) this spring, ahead of your unit's summertime adventures! Each Pack must have at least one BALOO-trained adult present on every overnight camping event, and IOLS is required for Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, and Venturing Crew Advisors of units engaging in outdoor programs. IOLS is also a prerequisite for Scoutmaster Specific Training.
[IOLS] [BALOO]
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Go Global for the Cub Family Camporee!
May 2nd–4th
The Cub Family Camporee has an exciting International theme, with crafts and games from around the world. Packs & Families can choose to represent a country if they desire, and dress in themed attire. Scouting is worldwide! Come out May 2nd–4th for our Spring Cub Family Overnight Campout at Cub Adventure Camp. You can attend with your pack or as a family, and arrive on Friday evening or Saturday morning. Pitch your tents and enjoy fun programs after lunch on Saturday.
[Camporee With Us!]
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Patrick Henry Public Speaking Merit Badge Forum
May 17th
Interested in completing the Public Speaking and Communication merit badges? Due to limited availability in the Communication merit badge classes, Scouts are asked to complete the Public Speaking merit badge before registering for Communication. While not a formal requirement, taking Public Speaking first will help Scouts build strong foundational skills and get more out of the Communication badge experience. And yes—Patrick Henry will be making a return appearance this year!
[Attend Merit Badge Day]
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Summer Camp 2025 at Camp T. Brady Saunders
Camp Is Filling Up FAST–Don't Miss Out!
Did you know that Camp T. Brady Saunders was named 2nd runner-up in the 2024 Richmond Times-Dispatch "The Best" contest for Best Summer Camp? Registrations are filling up fast, and we're looking at a record-breaking summer at Camp T. Brady Saunders. Here is the status on each week:
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Week 1, June 15-21: only 77 youth spots left.
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Week 2, June 22-28: 100% sold out.
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Week 3, July 6-12: only 5 youth spots left.
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Week 4, July 13-19: only 84 youth spots left.
[Register Right Away!]
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Get these five stories and so much more by reading the Courier, our monthly newsletter! Scheduled for the last Friday of the month at noon, the Courier features all the news, special events, and useful information you need to get the most of your Scouting experience.
[Read This Month's Courier]
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"A problem is a chance for you to do your best."

- Duke Ellington, American composer, pianist, and bandleader who played a pivotal role in the history of jazz.
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