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On Patriot Day, Troop 793 joined Hanover Fire/EMS at Station 10 to honor the 415 first responders lost on September 11th, a solemn promise to remember their courage and sacrifice. Read More!

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September 12th, 2025

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Scout Night with the Richmond Kickers

September 20th


Soccer Fans, are you looking for a fun night out with your Scout? We have one final Scout Night on the calendar, and you're invited! Come root on the Richmond Kickers, our Home Team (and the oldest continuously run professional soccer club in the country) as they take on the Charlotte Independence in an exciting match-up that fans of all ages are guaranteed to enjoy... right here in Richmond! 🚨 Don't miss out!!


[Grab Your Tickets!]


Angling Educator Class

October 18th


What is Angling Educator Class? Everything you need to know to take your Scouts fishing! The program is designed to give a student who has never fished the skills and knowledge, both practical and ethical, to go to a pond and be immediately successful. Class is for adults and Scouts 15 or older (exceptions at discretion of the course coordinator, but Scouts must be mature enough to teach other Scouts).


[Fish On!]

Glow Trail Run 5K & Kids 1-Miler

Glow-in-the-Dark Participant Shirt Reveal!


The brightest night of the year is back! Get ready for an electrifying fall adventure at the Glow Trail Run 5K & Kids 1-Miler, where glowing trails, high energy, and unforgettable memories await! Bring the whole family, your running crew, or just come for the s’mores. You don’t have to be a Scout to join the fun. Just grab your brightest headlamp and favorite pair of running shoes! We’re also building the team behind the magic and inviting volunteers to join our Race Committee to help with the 2025 race. From logistics and glow gear to promotions and s’mores, there’s a role for everyone.


[Walk, Run, & Grab A Shirt!]

Cub Scouts

Creepy Hollow at Cub Adventure Camp

October 18th–19th | October 25th–26th


Join us at Cub Adventure Camp for a weekend filled with fall fun and spooky thrills! Whether you stay overnight in your own tent or just visit for the day, the Heart of Virginia Council welcomes all Cub and Webelos Scouts to experience this event with your Pack or as a family campout. Arrive on Friday to set up camp, or come for the day on Saturday to enjoy a variety of Fall and Halloween-themed activities. Highlights include BB shooting, archery, fishing, a haunted trail, crafts, a costume contest, and so much more! Registration is open!


[Get Super Spooky, Too!]

Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, & Sea Scouts

Dogwood District Merit Badge Camporee

October 17th–19th


All Troops from the Dogwood District, as well as those from around the Heart of Virginia Council, are invited to attend the 2025 Dogwood District / Order of the Arrow Fall Camporee. Chapter 5 of Nawakwa Lodge of the Order of the Arrow has the pleasure of hosting this event again this year, doing so in accordance with the founding principles of the Order of the Arrow – to promote camping and to develop youth leadership. We look forward to a weekend full of fun, and opportunities unique to this event. Registration opens soon!



[Save the Date for the Camporee]

Did You Read the August Courier?

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.


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"Sometimes the hurdles aren't really hurdles at all. They're welcome challenges."



- Paul Walker, American actor and philanthropist best known for his role in the

Fast and Furious franchise, born on this day in 1973.

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