The Cub Scout program is set to undergo updates for the 2024-25 program year, following years of effort by the National Cub Scouting Committee. Identified through feedback from over 23,000 parents and leaders, the updates aim to enhance the program's simplicity. We have built a Cub Scout Program Hub to help you better understand and prepare for the new program, which goes into effect on June 1st.

[See Our New Cub Scout Program Hub]

The Camp Card sale runs through TODAY, May 31st! Scouts need to return all Camp Cards and payments to their Unit Camp Card coordinator. All unsold Camp Cards & final payments are due to the Council Leadership Center (8090 Villa Park Drive, Henrico) by Friday, June 7th at 5 PM. The Customer Service desk at the Leadership Center is open Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM.

[More Info on Camp Cards]

Every Scout should learn the value of hard work and earning their own way. The Popcorn & Peanut Sale is the perfect opportunity to teach this valuable life lesson and fund the most exciting year of Scouting ever. The Heart of Virginia Council does all the pre-work to set up the sale, eliminating the need for your unit to research opportunities, create promotional materials, manage a relationship with a vendor, and more! For more info and to reserve your sales materials, sign up today!

[Product Sale Info & Sign-Up]

"Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, and singers of song." - Pam Brown

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! Your love, guidance, and support make the world a better place, especially in the lives of our Scouts. Thank you for everything you do!

[Father's Day Fun]

Our Leadership Center and Scout Shop will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen with regular business hours on Thursday, June 20th.

[Learn More about Juneteenth]

[How Members of the Scouting Family Recognize and Celebrate Juneteenth]

Cub Scouts... earn the new Summertime Fun Adventure this Summer! The National Summertime Pack award has been reimagined into an exciting elective adventure. This new adventure may be one of the simplest, it has one requirement and that is: anytime during May through August, participate in a total of three Cub Scout activities.

[Learn More & Get the Unit Planner]

Join the Richmond Raceway for a weekend of racing and activities at the 2024 Summer Scout Experience over the weekend of August 9th - 11th! Camp all weekend long, get your own RR branded Scout patch, go on a track walk, and see the Craftsman Truck Series and Cup Series races.

[Get More Scout Experience Flyer]

Get ready for the exciting launch of the brand new Cub Scout program on June 1st! The Scout Shop, located at 8090 Villa Park Drive in Henrico, is fully stocked with everything you need to start this adventure, including the latest Cub Scout Rank Handbooks, insignia, leadership guides, and more. We're here to help you equip yourself with all the essentials and embark on an exciting new program year in Scouting!

[Visit the Scout Shop Webpage]

The new and improved Cub Scout program kicks off June 1st, and we think this is a great introduction to the new knife safety adventures and requirements for the Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light ranks! This video resource is great for Pack leaders and parents, so please share with your team and unit members.

[Watch the Videos!]

The countdown is on - we're only 🔟 days away from our Blast Into Adventure Day Camp at Deep Run Park! June 10th through 14th, we're hosting Scouts and their buddies for a day camp FULL of interstellar adventure! Interested in signing up your Cub Scout and their non-Scout buddies to attend Day Camp? 🚀

[Blast Into Day Camp!]

Day Camp is a magical time for Cub Scouts, full of new experiences and friendships. It is also a ton of fun for the teenage Scouts and adults who volunteer their time to help make the magic happen. Many hands make light work, and we could use some extra hands helping out at Day Camp. Specifically, your hands. Day Camp will be held June 10-14 from 9 AM to 4 PM. Our Cub Scouts will appreciate your help, whether it’s at fishing, crafts, archery, BB’s, sports, or nature/STEM.

[Volunteer!]

One of the most rewarding and character-building things a family can do together is go camping. Bring your Scout to a session at Cub Adventure Camp, where we offer a 4-day, 3-night experience for Cub Scouts this summer! You can attend as a family or just as a parent/Scout pair. Meals are served in our air-conditioned Dining Hall, and you can stay in our Tent Village or in a Western Frontier Fort, Yurt, or Cabin.

[Blast Into Adventure!]

Each Friday at 3pm Eastern, Scouting Magazine hosts Cub Chat Live broadcasts on Facebook and YouTube. Each week, they talk about useful tips, tricks and ideas that help your den or Pack!

• (June 7th) New Program Update: Safety Integration
• (June 15th) New Program Update: Leader Training Modules

[Learn More & Watch the Archives]

Now is the perfect time to plan an awesome event for your Pack families! Weekend Experiences at Cub Adventure Camp is a program designed for you, by you. Pick your programming and make it a day or a weekend of Cub Scouting fun! Cubmasters, book your Weekend Experience now!

[Learn More]

Attention All New Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders! Our youth deserve not just leaders, but exceptionally trained leaders. As a parent, you undoubtedly want the best for your child. Let’s set the standard high for ourselves and our fellow leaders. Invest in training to ensure every Scout receives the guidance and support they deserve. Together, we can make a difference. Join us for this FREE training on August 24th at the Leadership Center.

[Register Here!]

The HOVC Advancement Committee is pleased to offer Orientation sessions, for those selected by their units, to serve as Citizenship in Society Merit Badge Counselors. Please remember that we need each Troop to have a designated Counselor in order to fulfill the objectives of the badge. Unit leaders and Committees, think about who is best suited to guide your Scouts, on this personal journey.

[Register]

Here at Camp T. Brady Saunders, we're ready to roll on Summer Camp, 2024! Registration is OPEN for your week (or more) of camp at our beautiful Scout Reservation in Goochland! Come see us at camp... you never know who or WHAT you might meet! Register and download our Program Guide below.

[Go to Camp!]

Scouts, will you miss your troop’s summer camp this year, or do you want an additional week of fun and adventure? Then sign up to join Provisional Troop 3 at Camp T. Brady Saunders during Week 5 of summer camp (July 14th – 20th). Become part of a cohesive unit experience while having fun, learning new skills, & earning merit badges. Troop 3 will also offer a few unique experiences beyond the regular camp programs, for both boys and girls.

[Register with Provo Troop 3]

Camp T. Brady Saunders Summer Camp Apparel is officially available for purchase! Visit our apparel store to grab your gear before Summer Camp kicks off in June. Use code EARLYBIRD to have your order shipped directly to the Camp Trading Post, free of charge! Have you registered for Summer Camp at TBS? Check out the registration and plan your adventurous week (or more) with us!

[Visit the Apparel Store]

[Register for Camp]

The Ranger Challenge was developed to allow Scouts who have attended camp for several years to serve in a leadership position with their troop in the mornings and have an adventure in the afternoon and evening. All Scouts are welcome with the knowledge that the program is both physically demanding and mentally challenging. A certain level of maturity and strength are a must.

[Learn More & Download a Permission Form]

Established in 1984, Buckskin proudly stands as one of Scouting's most tenured Youth Leader Training courses. Celebrating four decades of excellence in the Heart of Virginia Council, our 2024 program promises an unforgettable experience for Scouts BSA Troops. At Buckskin, we believe in shaping leaders through immersive experiences. Our 360º leadership approach seamlessly blends classroom teachings with hands-on practice, ensuring your Scout emerges equipped with invaluable skills, confidence, and a passion for leadership.

[Register for Buckskin]

We're excited to offer Scoutmaster / Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training on September 21st at T. Brady Saunders for registered leaders throughout the Heart of Virginia Council. This training is required for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters.  The cost is FREE and includes water, light refreshments, and "Trained" patches for leaders who have completed all training requirements for their registered position.

[Get Trained!]

The second Wednesday of each month at 3pm Eastern, Scouting Magazine hosts Troop Talk Live on Facebook. These brief chats cover a variety of topics, from accommodating Scouts with disabilities to uniforming, youth leadership to the Path to Eagle, and more.

The next Troop Talk Lives are scheduled for June 12th and July 10th! See you there!

[Learn More & Watch the Archives]

Whether you're working on rank requirements or the Orienteering merit badge, Camp T. Brady Saunders has a new set of Permanent Orienteering Courses in Virginia! Downloadable course maps and Avenza Topographic maps have been added to the BradySaunders.net website.

[Get on the Course]

Our Weekend Experience at T. Brady Saunders opens parts of camp for weekend use! Weekend primitive camping opportunities are available at S. Douglas Fleet from August through May, based on availability. We offer Troops the opportunity to customize a program specifically tailored for their Scouts. Come out for nature, fishing, shooting, STEM, and more. We even have canoes available for rent!

[Learn More]

They've earned their Eagle, and now it's time for them to soar! Celebrate your Scout's accomplishment with our Eagle Scout Graduation Honor Cords. These special cords are red, white and blue double cords with a custom silver Eagle charm attached, to be worn with the high school's cap and gown on graduation day. Our Scout Shop has plenty of Honor Cords in stock. Visit us at 8090 Villa Park Drive in Henrico for these and other beautiful Eagle Scout gifts and memorabilia.



[Visit Our Scout Shop Webpage]

Did you know that we will shop your order and have it ready for you to pick up? This is a service we're proud to offer, and want to remind our customers to please provide us 24-hour notice for all advanced orders. We also need 24-hour notice for all free rank patch orders.

[Visit Our Scout Shop Webpage]

The Heart of Virginia Council Scout Shop, located in the Leadership Center at 8090 Villa Park Drive, is offering a Patch Sewing Service to save you some time and frustration (especially if you don’t own a sewing machine and the thought of hand stitching or using Badge Magic on those patches makes you shudder).

[Take Patches Off Your To-Do List]