Heather, Cody, Jim and George were out at Tussing Elementary in Colonial Heights this week, sharing info about how boys and girls can join Cub Scouts! Join Scouting events have been taking place at schools here in Central Virginia since August, and we're excited to welcome new Scouts into our Heart of Virginia Council family. | |
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Glow Trail Run 5K & Kids 1-Miler
October 5th
As if you need another reason to join us on October 5th, fashion-forward participants will receive a limited-edition glow-in-the-dark t-shirt and a shot at one of our unique, exciting glow race medals! Plus, your Scouts can knock out program requirements while running, and parents can walk / jog / run the Kid's 1-Miler for free alongside their child. Over-achievers, use it as a warm-up for the full 5K Glow Run, complete with professional timing. BONUS: The next 48 registrants get a FREE GLOW WAND! Sign up today and invite your friends for an unforgettable glow-filled adventure!
[Visit the Glow Run Website]
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Follow-Up on BeAScout Leads!
Key 3 and Unit Leadership
Hey Unit Key 3! Are you keeping up with your BeAScout leads and applications? More families than ever are discovering the excitement of Scouting online, and they’re ready to jump in—don’t leave them hanging! Now’s the time to review, follow up, and welcome new members to your pack, troop, or crew. Want to manage those leads like a pro? Learn more at Scouting's Online Registration page.
[Learn More]
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Creepy Hollow at Cub Adventure Camp
October 19th—20th & 26th—27th
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!
[Get Creepy!]
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Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, & Sea Scouts | |
Winter Camp Registration Is Open
September 16th
Scouts, don’t sit around this winter being bored – come chill out with your friends at Winter Camp 2025 (January 17th—20th)! Enjoy winter climbing at the Patty Dunn Climbing Tower, earn merit badges, and participate in our Troop Cook Off! Winter Camp 2025 registration opened September 16th. We are seeking merit badge counselors and support staff members. You may volunteer for one day or the whole weekend. Staff receive a staff swag item, patch, indoor housing and free meals. We would love for you to join our Winter Camp team. If you are interested in volunteering, complete this staff interest form.
[Winter Camp Details]
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Dogwood District Fall Merit Badge Camporee
October 18th—20th
Troops from the Dogwood District, as well as those from around the Heart of Virginia Council, are invited to attend the 2024 Dogwood District / Order of the Arrow Fall Merit Badge Camporee. The Merit Badges that will be offered range from "beginner" to Eagle required, and will include some badges not typically offered at Scout camps. We look forward to a weekend full of fun, and opportunities unique to this event. We look forward to seeing each of you at the Hanover Courthouse Ruritan Park, October 18th-20th, 2024.
[Earn Some Merit Badges This Fall]
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Did You See This Month's Courier? | |
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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]
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"The only way to prove that you're a good sport is to lose."

- Ernie Banks, American professional baseball player, nicknamed "Mr. Cub," hit his first
major league home run for the Cubs on this day in 1953.
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