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Fall recruitment is here! Is your Pack ready? The fall recruiting drive will introduce thousands of new families to all that Scouting offers youth and their families. Last year we welcomed 3,000 new Scouts and their families into our Scouting community! Research shows that the best ways to reach new families is through an engaging and informative Join Scouting Night! These join Scouting events, often held at elementary schools, are a great way to introduce prospective families to Scouting and show parents how their child will benefit and grow from joining your local Pack!
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A huge thanks to our 2019 Join Scouting Night sponsor, Focus MD, for funding over 7,000 Scouting packets for new families. Richmond’s Focus MD supports local Scouting programs throughout the metropolitan areas and supports family members with ADHD symptoms.
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The Council Service Center and Scout Shop will be
closed on Saturday, August 31st and Monday, September 2nd
. We wish our Scouting families a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! The Scout Shop will resume its Saturday hours (9 am to Noon) beginning Saturday, September 7th.
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The Order of the Arrow Pavilion dedication will take place on Saturday, September 14th, at 5:00 pm. Thank you to all our generous donors for making this possible.
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It's a BACK to SCOUTING SPECIAL!
Save 25%
off any uniform shirt (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturing) when you buy a uniform bottom from the same program. The sale starts
September 16th
and goes through
October 29th
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Today's families use online sources to find information. BeAScout.org is a BSA website that provides online youth registration and helps promote your unit to prospective families. Families enter their zip code to find Scouting units nearby. Don't forget to make sure your unit's pin is up to date so families can find your unit!
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We are very pleased to welcome William Hawkins to our Council team. William accepted the position of Scoutreach Executive effective August 16, 2019. A retired Army Veteran, William is an active Souter in the Capitol District where he serves as the Assistant Scoutmaster and OA Advisor for Troops 478 and 442G. He is looking forward for the opportunity to work with Scouts in the Mosby, Creighton, and Whitcomb areas of Richmond.
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"I am incredibly grateful to each of you who give your time to drive your children to meetings, volunteer to coordinate program activities or answer the call to serve as leaders and mentor Scouts. You make an incredible difference in the lives of young people. While this is true of volunteers for all our programs, Cub Scout volunteers are unique in that their role is the most engaged."
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WANTED - ASSISTANT SCOUTREACH SPECIALIST! Job responsibilities include helping select, train, inspire, and lead volunteers in the development and implementation of a plan for growth and the realization of Scouting values in the lives of youth.
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The National Eagle Scout Association has established the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award to recognize service of an exceptional nature. The award recognizes the Scout for their Eagle Scout leadership service project. Any Eagle Scout project can be submitted as long as it falls within the calendar year guidelines.
Projects can be nominated by any registered volunteer.
Submission deadline is December 31st.
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No one is a better recruiter for your unit than an excited Scout! Have your Scouts earned their Recruiter Strip?
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The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. Nominate a Scouting volunteer who has inspired you and others by their service, hard work, self sacrifice, dedication, and years of service.
Submission deadline is November 30th.
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Eagle Scout candidate Lucas H. from Troop 6504 in Amelia had an ambitious idea for his Eagle project. Lucas teamed up with Amelia County High School to build an adaptive playground for students with special needs. He knew that a swing set/play area would provide opportunities for improvement in muscle strength and coordination while also creating positive changes in health and self-esteem.
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Submit an Eagle for Next Month's Soaring Eagle
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Submit an Eagle Scout candidate for next month's Soaring Eagle! Send a brief summary describing the project and 2-5 pictures to
info@scoutingva.org. Help us showcase the wonderful impact our Scouts are making in our communities!
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SAVE THE DATE: Eagle Commencement January 5th
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On January 5, 2020 we will honor our 2019 Eagle Scout Class at the Eagle Commencement Ceremony. This special event includes recognition of the 2019 Eagle Class, Adams Service Project of the Year Award, and 30th Eagle Class honoree. More info TBA.
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The Friends of Scouting Campaign provides critical funding for local Scouting programs. Because of your generous support we have reached 89% of our 2019 goal, raising a total of $1,168,297. Thank you for your continued support of our youth and local Scouting programs!
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The National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) awards nearly $700,000 in scholarships to Eagle Scouts between their senior year of high school and junior year of college. Scholarships must be submitted by October 31st.
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We're looking for a few volunteers who are interested in participating in a fun filled weekend at Cub Adventure Camp. Volunteers will receive a Creepy Hollow Staff shirt and event patch. Food and lodging are also provided.
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We are very excited to share the news! Birdies for Charity, a charitable fundraising program sponsored by the Dominion Energy Charity Classic, is donating money for our Scouting programs! Every gift made by October 21, 2019 will receive a 10% bonus!
That's 10% more for local Scouts! Please consider giving and helping us spread the word!
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Popcorn and Peanuts will be here soon! We could use some of our amazing volunteers to help with one our 12 distribution dates. Register below and then pop on over to the Kloke warehouse and we'll hook you up with one of our limited-edition t-shirts. A huge thank you to
Kloke Group for letting us use their warehouse again this year!
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The Scout Shop is looking for someone who knows their way around a sewing machine and would like to make a few bucks sewing patches on uniforms. Work could be done at home or in the Council service center. Call for more information please contact Robin Rush at 804-204-2644 or email
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Upcoming Events and Service
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Looking for a fun adventure for your Pack? Check out the new Weekend Experiences at Cub Adventure Camp! These unique weekend adventures offer Cub Scout Packs the opportunity to tailor a program specifically for their Scouts. Choose one of seven adventures or combine programs for an even greater experiences.
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Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops are celebrating a century of Scouting by offering 3 merit badge classes: Fishing, Rifle, and Fish & Wildlife Management. Classes are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday beginning Tuesday, September 3rd and ending Thursday,September 26th. Space is limited so call the Bass Pro or Cabela's nearest you and reserve your spot!
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Don't miss this amazing opportunity on September 20th - 21st! Scouts will enjoy two incredible NASCAR races, an exclusive Q&A photo session with a driver, time at Gatorade Victory Lane, pit road access on Saturday, and experience a once in a lifetime opportunity of camping behind the raceway! If that wasn't enough, one group will get to stand on the red carpet as NASCAR personalities arrive for the Driver Crew Chief Meeting. Registration closes September 6th!
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The OA Fall Inductions Service Weekend is September 13th - 15th, 2019. Scouts will need a filled water bottle, work gloves, sleeping bag, tent, Scout uniform, and BSA medical form (parts A & B). Register by September 1st to avoid a $10 late fee.
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Looking for a service project for your unit? This year marks the 20th James River Regional Cleanup by the James River Advisory Council on September 14th from 9 am to 1 pm. The cleanup is a cooperative, regional event spanning more than 75 miles of the James River. Powerboats, paddle craft, hikers, waders and sorters are needed. Various locations are available.
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Sign up for this FREE workshop on September 14th and make this fun popcorn costume to help promote your unit's product sale! One free costume per unit. Additional costumes can be made for $10 each. All supplies will be provided.
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Join us for a great weekend of high adventure activities! Open to all registered Scouts ages 13 1/2 – 19, activities include shotgun and muzzle shooting, knife and tomahawk throwing, and black powder. Participants need to bring their own meals and tents.
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The Summit Bechtel Reserve in WV is offering weekend Gauley River Rafting this fall. During September and October, the Gauley River is one of the top whitewater rafting destinations in the world!
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The
Richmond Area Sporting Clays Classic
sponsored by
Lowman Electrical
benefits Scout camps and outdoor programs in Central Virginia. Enjoy a day of friendly competitive shooting on October 10th followed by a dinner reception and prizes. Loaner guns will be available.
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It's Crater's Pork and Beef Cook Off Competition on Saturday, October 12th. Featuring local BBQ Chef's favorite pork butts, chicken, ribs, and beef briskets. Recruit your team today. Winners receive a bounty of awards and bragging rights!
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Camping, outdoor skills, challenges, and amazing feats! Join us October 18th - 20th for a log saw and toss challenge, tomahawk throwing, slingshots, pioneering, rafting, rope making, and more! Units can even test their cooking skills in a dutch oven competition. Take advantage of the early bird discount ($5 per Scout) by signing up and paying by
September 16th
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The Virginia Numismatic Association is holding a free BSA Coin Collecting Merit Badge class on Saturday, September 28th at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center. Families are invited! Coin Treasure Hunts will be conducted throughout the day.
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Compete in individual and pack games, shoot BB guns, archery, water rockets, and sling shots at Arrohattoc's Cub Scout Fun Day on October 19th. All Cub Scouts and their families are welcome. Camping is available both Friday and Saturday night. Scouts need to bring their own lunch and snacks.
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Experience the thrill of watching the Richmond Spiders conquer the Yale Bulldogs on Saturday, October 19th. Tickets are only $12 and include a limited edition Spider patch. Scouts can also participate in the University of Richmond's Go Green Initiative by joining in a service project during the game.
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Creepy Hollow is returning for two amazing weekends, October 19th - 20th and October 26th - 27th. Halloween themed activities include shooting sports, trick-or-treating, costume fun, a haunted trail and more!
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Enjoy a day of exploring fun at Cub Adventure Camp. Activities begin at 10 am with a Tiger parade led by Timmy the Tiger and Loyal T. Lion! Afterwards, Scouts can explore the pirate ship, practice their archery skills, fish, and more!
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Nearly 200,000 of our neighbors do not have access to the food they need. Of that, more than 53,000 are children. Last year Scouts in the Heart of Virginia Council collected 92,000 meals for hungry neighbors. This year with your help, we will exceed that! Please ask your unit to sign up for the Scouting for Food Drive on November 16th and 23rd. Together we can make an impact!
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A Youth Protection Training class will be held September 14th. If you prefer a classroom setting where you can have your questions answered in real time, this is the class for you! YPT must be updated every two years, is required for all volunteers, and encouraged for parents and guardians.
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Founded in 1984, Buckskin is one of the first youth leader trainings in Scouting. This unique course offers an immersive leadership experience that integrates class-room teaching with hands-on practice and reinforcement. The 2020 Buckskin course will be August 2nd to August 8th and is open to any Scout age 14 or older who is Star rank or higher.
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The 2020 National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) course will be June 14th - 20th. This exciting, action-packed six day program is designed to provide leadership skills and experiences that youth can take back to their home units and apply throughout their life. Content is delivered in an outdoor setting with an emphasis on immediate application
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Powder Horn is a skills resource course for Venturers, Scouts and leaders that introduces exciting outdoor/high adventure programs. The ultimate goal is to educate and expose participants to specific high-adventure skills, connect them to resource, and to empower them to incorporate high-adventure activities into their unit's Scouting program. This next course is October 26th - 28th at the Pipsico Scout Reservation.
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A Den Chief is an older Scout, First Class or above, who assists a Cub Scout den under the direction of the Den Leader. A Den Chief serves as a Scouting role model for the younger Scouts and is a connection to the local troop. It's also a great leadership opportunity for the older Scout.
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Lifeguard Training is being held Saturday, September 7th, from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm at Camp T. Brady Saunders! The cost of the training is $25 and includes lunch. Participants must be 15 years old or older, capable of swimming 550 yards, and have completed the Safe Swim Defense through
my.scouting.org
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Check out all the upcoming fall training classes for adults volunteers, leaders, and youth.
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Congratulations
to our August Eagle Scouts! Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouts of America program. Only six percent of Boy Scouts achieve this remarkable milestone.
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Tributes and memorials are a way for us to honor, cherish, or remember our Scouting mentors and loved ones.
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We are the Heart of Virginia Council!
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Troop 175, Philmont Scout Ranch
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Troop 555, Florida Sea Base
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Troop 250 & 333, Gettysburg
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Troop 888, University of Richmond
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Troop 2899, Climbing Merit Badge
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Pack 150
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Colonial Heights Fire and EMS
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Send us a photo of your
Scouts on the Move
and we'll include them in next month's newsletter. Please include your unit number and a brief description.
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Check out your district for upcoming events and important news!
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Heart of Virginia Council
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