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HOVC Scouter Newsletter | February 17, 2023

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Hi Heart of Virginia!

Presidents Day

Holiday Hours

A reminder that the Heart of Virginia Council Scout Shop and Leadership Center will be closed in observance of Presidents Day on Monday, February 20th. We will reopen Tuesday morning!

Council Camporee Patch Reveal!

We have an action-packed event planned for Scouts of all ages. Age-appropriate crafts, field games, Scout cooking (how do personal baked apples sound), fishing, hiking, biking, waterfront activities, and so much more! Scouts in middle school and up will have the very first opportunity to use our brand new Patty Dunn Climbing and Repelling Tower! Come be among the first to give it a shot! The Early Bird fee is $15 for campers and day visitors through March 1st!


[Get Details & Register]

HT Pinewood Derby Races

The Huguenot Trail District will be hosting their Annual Pinewood Derby on February 25th at Bethel Baptist Church in Midlothian, from 8:45am to 12:00pm. All registered members from HT Cub Scout Packs are invited to join in! Registration closes Wednesday, February 22nd at noon!


[I'm Revving to Go to the HT PWD!]



[HOVC Pinewood Derby Resources Page]

2023 National Jamboree - LAST CALL for Registrations!

Registration to attend the 2023 National Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve from July 19th - 28th closes on February 21st! This flagship event is one-of-a-kind. Gather with approximately 30,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff and celebrate everything that's great about the BSA and its members. This special event is held every four years! Don't miss out on one of the longest zip line courses in North America, a world-class skate park, water sports, and so much more!


[Attend the 2023 Jamboree!]

IOLS Training in Tappahannock: March 11th - 12th!

Scouting BSA's Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) training provides adult Scouters with the basic knowledge, skills, and resources to lead age appropriate overnight outings. Through practicing the patrol method and course instruction, attendees will experience a broad range of outdoor skills from outdoor cooking to orienteering, from campfire programs to leading themed nature hikes, and much more. Round out your adult leader training with this hands on course while building a network of resources during a fun, interactive weekend at the Scout Hut in Tappahannock.


[Register Today!]

“Teammates are there for each other even after

the noise of the crowd is gone.



- Jim Brown, American College/Pro Football Hall of Fame running back

Scout Shop Hours of Operation
Monday-Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm
Thursday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Heart of Virginia Council, BSA

8090 Villa Park Drive, Henrico, VA 23228

804.355.4306

info@scoutingva.org

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