The Heart of Virginia Council is excited to announce Jakob Nipper as the Council’s new Program Director. Jakob is a native of Blacksburg, Virginia who has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Radford University in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Outdoors. He was a Venture Scout in Crew 152, Blue Ridge Mountain Council. Jakob’s wife, Emma Claire Nipper, serves as the Retail Manager with Redemption Thrift. Jakob has a great deal of experience with summer camps and outdoor programs.

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Save the Date for a Council-Wide Day of Service!  We're performing service projects around Central Virginia, including trash collection at local parks, sprucing up school grounds, and collecting food for Feed More and partner food banks.  Mark your calendar for May 13th, 2023 for One Day of Service!  More details, including a Black Pug registration, will be shared soon.

Scouting is a GREAT ADVENTURE!  We are here to prepare you for outdoor events and activities that will elevate your program and give Scouts the experience they deserve.  Trained Leaders are an integral part of our commitment to the youth in Central Virginia.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation

October 14 - 16  |  October 15 - 16

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills

October 14 - 16  |  November 5 - 6

The Battlefield District is hosting their annual fall Merit Badge Camporee at Hanover Courthouse Ruritan Park the weekend of October 14th - 16th.  Over 20 merit badges, many Eagle Required, will be offered.  View the registration for prerequisites and other details.

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The Cub Scout Leader Forum is a new learning opportunity offered by The Heart of Virginia Council’s Roundtable team. This series of virtual meetings will help Cub leaders find the resources to lead fun and memorable den meetings, and will demonstrate technology tools to simplify den management. Take advantage of two special sessions featuring guest speakers and veteran Cub Scouters who will cover a range of topics and answer your questions. Join us virtually on October 11th and November 8th.

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