Messenger of Safety (MOS) aims to promote a culture of safety and dialogue for mutual understanding, reward leaders who follow safety protocols, support the development of safety in all activities, and foster a safety-first mentality through MOS.

Join others as we earn the team MOS patch! With only a few additional tasks, you can earn the prestigious new MOS knot.

MOS is designed with three aspects that will help build and strengthen a culture of Safety and create an even safer environment:

Learn – Learn how to identify potential safety risks

See – Look for safety hazards

Do – Teach safety to others

Click here for more information.

Patches and Knots links are available on the council website at https://www.mtcscouting.org/messengerofsafety

The Middle Tennessee Council, Scouting America, invites you to participate in the Annual Memorial Day Flag Placement at the Cemetery. This meaningful tradition, which began over 50 years ago and is a powerful way for Scouts to honor our nation's veterans and demonstrate their patriotism and commitment to citizenship.

Flag placement ceremonies will be held across Middle Tennessee on Saturday, May 24, 2025. We encourage you to be a part of this important event as we come together to remember and honor those who served.

May 26-31, 2025

July 20-25, 2025

Unlock your leadership potential at NYLT! Join us May 26–31 at Latimer Scout Reservation or July 20-25 at Boxwell Reservation for six action-packed days of advanced leadership training you’ll use in Scouting and beyond.

Ready to lead? Learn more and sign up TODAY.

Awesome news! We're offering more Mental Health First Aid Trainings at Boxwell Reservation this summer.



June 11, 2015

June 18, 2025

June 25, 2025

July 9, 2025

This training opportunity is for Scouting volunteers ages 18 and older. It introduces common mental health challenges faced by youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for helping young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. The topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders.

The Middle Tennessee Council Cope and Climbing Committee provides a unit-level training program for climbing and rappelling. The program requires two weekends for completion. At the end of the first weekend you will qualify to receive your Climbing Instructor Level I trained card (valid 1 year). After attending a second session, helping provide instruction, and exhibiting proficiency in the taught skills, you will be qualified to receive your Climbing Instructor Level II card (valid for 3 years).

Each session starts on Friday evenings at 6 p.m. and concludes on Sunday evenings around 6 p.m. Locations include Boxwell Reservation and a natural rock area about 2 hours from Boxwell. 

October 17-19, 2025

This is great opportunity for your Scout to experience climbing and rappelling on the Tower at Boxwell. Trained instructors will run the activities. This event is open to BSA Scouts and above. No previous experience necessary. Come and Conquer the Tower!

May 17, 2025

Session 1: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Session 2: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

It's great to hear that the Volunteer Adult Service Crew, known as the ROUND TUIT program, is starting up again! This program involves adult volunteers who lead projects at three of our Council properties: Boxwell, Grimes, and Parish. Here are the important details for each property:

Boxwell Reservation is the third Saturday of every month. Please contact Larry Green at lgreen519@aol.com



Parish Reservation Camp Tubb is the first Saturday of every month. Please contact David Rodgers at Elitehiker@yahoo.com

Grimes Canoe Base is the fourth weekend of every month. Please contact Kevin Treadwell at grimescanoebase@gmail.com

Resident Camp at Boxwell Reservation-Cubworld offers a unique, family, fun camping experience for you and your Scouting Family. All you need to bring is your gear; we will provide the program, food, tent, cot, mat, and an exciting experience.

Our summer camp experience is like no other, as we want you to bring your whole pack and family to camp to have a fun family experience and pick from one of our sessions of camp in the month of June! However, each session of our summer camp is limited to 150 Scouts. So please plan your calendars accordingly, and be sure not to miss out on the fun!

Save the Date: Pre-Camp Conference Call on May 22, 2025. 

"Boxwell’s Got Talent" is a great opportunity for Scouts to showcase their unique abilities in a fun and supportive environment. This annual event encourages young Scouts to step outside their comfort zones, highlighting everything from artistic performances to practical skills. To participate in 2025, talk to your Scoutmaster about securing your troop's spot. If your troop isn't attending, you can still join by registering independently. Just click on the button below for more details. We look forward to seeing your talents at Boxwell!

Working at Boxwell Summer Camp is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make new friends, have fun, and make a lasting impact on the future of Scouting. Join the BEST STAFF in the Nation and be part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for Scouts.

Change Lives - Leave a Legacy - Have Fun - Make Friends

Boxwell staff members are passionate about camp, committed to program excellence, and serious about making a difference. When you join us, you become part of a staff family that spans generations. You must be at least 15 years old by Staff Training Week to apply.

We still need few positions filled across camp to reach our goal of 190 staff members for a successful summer!

Wood Badge is Scouting’s most advanced training for adults offered at the Council level. A national course open only to Scouting volunteers and professionals, the training has two distinct parts. The first part takes place outdoors where the aims and methods of Scouting are explained and demonstrated by a volunteer staff of fellow Scouters, During the second part, participants will show their knowledge of leadership principles by completing a set of personal goals related to their Scouting positions.

Pre-Course Orientation - Sept 6

Weekend #1: Sept 26-28

Weekend #2: Nov 8-9

July 22-31, 2026

Are you or your unit interested in attending the 2026 National Jamboree next July? Sign up now for the early bird pricing of $2,500 before October 31, 2025. On November 1, 2025, the price for a contingent member registering for the Jamboree will increase to $2,750. Don't miss out on the early bird pricing of $2,500! To receive the early bird pricing, each person must be registered by October 31, 2025.

Now is the time to register! You may be asking how to begin. Click HERE to begin your journey to the National Jamboree!

To register with MTC and to make payment, please visit the Middle Tennessee Council, Click HERE.

For more information or questions, please contact: 

MTC Council Contingent Leader Justin Crosslin at Justin.Crosslin@crosslinpc.com

Or 

MTC Council Contingent Advisor, Vance Lackey at vance.lackey@scouting.org