On my honor, I will do my best to help other people at all times! It's an oath we take every day that has the power to create far-reaching ripples, like helping to shelter students and faculty for years and years to come. We'd like to thank the Scouts of Troop 709B for their service to the Liberty Middle School Eagles by helping to maintain and beautify this awesome pavilion in the school's courtyard.

Hello, Scouter!

September 4, 2026

News You Can Use

Closed for Labor Day

Saturday, September 5th & Monday, September 7th

The Leadership Center and Scout Shop will be closed on Friday, September 5th and Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day, September 7th. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th.

We salute the efforts and contributions of American workers! Scouts can learn about the history and impact of labor through activities like the American Labor Merit Badge.

University of Scouting

Saturday, September 26th

Our Scouts deserve leaders who never stop learning, and University of Scouting on September 26 is an opportunity to spend a day becoming an even better one. Whether you're brand new to Scouting or have decades of experience, choose from courses designed to help you strengthen your unit, develop youth leaders, welcome and retain families, improve your program, and tackle real challenges alongside fellow Scouters. Come ready to learn, connect, and bring home new ideas and resources that can make a difference for your Scouts. When we invest a day in becoming better Scouters, hundreds of days in the lives of our Scouts can be better because of it.

[Register Now!]

Cub Scouts

Scout Safety Moment: Knife Safety

Hey Scouts! As you embark on your outdoor adventures, it’s essential to know the ins and outs of knife safety. The Totin’ Chip and Whittling Chip are your ticket to becoming a responsible tool user, and earning it comes with some important rules from the Guide to Safe Scouting’s knife policy. In a nutshell, being a sharp Scout means not just having a sharp knife but knowing how to use it safely. With these simple rules, you’re ready for any outdoor challenge that comes your way. Stay safe and Scout on!

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[Cub Scout Knife Safety Rules & Printable Craft]

Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, & Sea Scouts

2027 Summer Camp Hold-A-Spot is OPEN!

Save Your Spot at Camp T. Brady Saunders

Summer Camp 2027 at Camp T. Brady Saunders is calling, and now is the time to save your unit’s spot! Hold-A-Spot is officially open through February 9, giving units the opportunity to start planning their week at TBS before Unit Registration opens February 10 and Merit Badge Registration begins March 17. While we’re planning for 2027, we’re also eagerly awaiting this month’s announcement of the Richmond Times-Dispatch THE BEST contest winners to see if TBS will once again earn the title of Best Summer Camp! Start rallying your Scouts, mark those registration dates, and get ready for another unforgettable summer at TBS!

[Hold Your Spot for 2027]

[Download the Leader's Guide]

We're Hiring Our 2027 Summer Camp Staff

Both T. Brady Saunders & Cub Adventure Camp

Heart of Virginia Scout Reservation is hiring for the 2027 Summer Camp Team! Spend your summer making friends, building skills, leading adventures, and creating incredible experiences for Scouts at Camp T. Brady Saunders and Cub Adventure Camp. Opportunities are available for a variety of ages and interests, including the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for Scouts ages 14–15. Please note: Mandatory Staff Training Weekends are May 14–16 and May 21–23, 2027. Come spend your summer at camp and make it one to remember!

[Apply Today!]

Did You Read the 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. [Read This Month's Courier]