Despite the chilly weather and remaining snow and ice, Scouts had a great time at Camp T. Brady Saunders, attending the James River District Klondike Derby the weekend of February 13th. This special event brought together Cub Scouts, Webelos, AOL Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturing Crews for a weekend of outdoor adventure and friendly competition. Patrols navigated between stations using map and compass, pulled their gear-filled sleds across woods and hills, and tested their Scout skills in challenges ranging from fire building and first aid to knots, cooking, and physical fitness, earning “gold nuggets” to use at the Saturday evening equipment auction. | | | |
Camp Cards Ready for Pickup Wednesday!
Looking for an easy fundraising opportunity? Camp Cards are a great way to raise dollars for your unit and can also be used to provide the necessary funds needed for spring and summer camping programs! Camp Cards have arrived and they are being counted and boxed and will be ready for pick-up beginning at 9 AM on Wednesday, February 25. Cards will also be available at Roundtable. Check out our website to see the 2026 Camp Cards and sign up before they're all gone!
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Council Awards Nominations
April 1st Deadline
The Council Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for three distinguished adult awards to be presented at the Council Banquet on May 28. The Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award honors educators, registered or not, who model and teach Scouting’s values, while the Council Duty to God Award recognizes registered Scouters who promote the spiritual foundation of Scouting through exemplary leadership. The North Star Award celebrates a non-registered individual whose significant contributions to Scouting are on par with the Silver Beaver Award. Nominations are due by April 1 and must be submitted to matthew.connors@scouting.org.
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Summer Camp at Cub Adventure Camp
June through July
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. Adventure Camp offers a 4-day, 3-night experience this summer at the Heart of Virginia Scout Reservation in Goochland County.
Session 1: June 12 - June 15
Session 2: June 17 – June 20
Session 3: July 17 – July 20
[Summon Thy Courage, Young Scout!]
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The Roman Empire Klondike Derby
February 27th—March 1st
The tradition of a youth led Klondike Derby continues! Troop 706-B from the James River District, the winners of the 2025 Derby, are hosting the 2026 event from February 27th through March 1st. Everything from the event theme and patch design to every single activity station is designed and planned by Scouts so you know your youth will have a blast. Let your adult leaders relax around the campfire while host Troop 706-B and their team take your Scouts on the adventure of a lifetime and crown a brand-new Klondike Derby Winner. The event is FREE for in-Council units, and limited to 24 teams. Registration closes on 2/25, so sign-up today!
[Register Today!]
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James River Merit Badge University
Saturday, March 14th
Sign up now for Saturday, March 14th, and join the James River District for the 2nd Annual Merit Badge University at Brookland Middle School in Richmond. This exciting day of hands-on learning gives Scouts the chance to work on merit badges in a variety of subjects, from science and safety to history and Scouting skills. Scouts should arrive prepared with completed prerequisites, a signed blue card, Class A uniform, water bottle, and a packed lunch. It’s a full day of learning, achievement, and fun you won’t want to miss!
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"I always wanted to be someone better the next day than I was the day before."
- Sidney Poitier, Bahamian-American actor, director, diplomat, and activist, born on this day in1927.
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