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HOVC Scouter Newsletter | May 17th, 2024

Our annual Unit Program Planning Party (UP3) events were a huge hit, taking place on May 6th and 13th at Chester Presbyterian Church and the Heart of Virginia Council, respectively. We'd like to thank our coordinators, volunteers, vendors, and attendees for taking the time to share such great ideas, learn more about the Scouting program, and support Scouts here in Central Virginia. Visit our UP3 page to watch our 2024 video, check out the photo album, and respond to our Troop and Pack surveys! [UP3 Webpage]

Hi Heart of Virginia!

Scout Night with the Richmond Kickers: June 8th

We strive to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law through outdoor experiences and leadership training. Whether you’re an Eagle Scout or you’ve never roasted a marshmallow, join the Scouts for a night out cheering on the Richmond Kickers at our Scout Night on Saturday, June 8th! Come cheer on our hometown professional soccer team at City Stadium as they take on the Charlotte Independence.


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2024 Tournament of Eagles: July 15th at the Country Club of Virginia

Join us on Monday, July 15th at the beautiful Country Club of Virginia for a day of golf and fellowship as well as raising money to support Scouting in Central Virginia. Golfers of all skill levels are invited to participate in this Captain's Choice format event. You or your company can choose from one of the many sponsorship opportunities. Sponsors will be recognized for their generous support of local Scouting with signage at the site of your sponsorship choice, as well as all program materials.


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Range & Target Activities Program Updates: September 1st

Range and target activities provide Scouting the opportunity to instruct critical safe firearm handling to all age groups while also providing an opportunity for a Scout to learn self-discipline, concentration, mental discipline, self-reliance, self-esteem, problem-solving and responsibility. Range and target activities within Scouting programs will be updated effective September 1st. Details on these changes are now posted in the Guide to Safe Scouting, and additional information is available within this FAQ

New Cub Scout Summertime Fun Adventure!

Cub Scouts... earn the new Summertime Fun Adventure this Summer! The National Summertime Pack award has been reimagined into an exciting elective adventure. This new adventure may be one of the simplest, it has one requirement and that is: anytime during May through August, participate in a total of three Cub Scout activities.


[Learn More & Get the Unit Planner]

Swim and Water Rescue & BSA Lifeguard Training

We're excited to offer Swim and Water Rescue and BSA Lifeguard training this summer at Camp T. Brady Saunders, from May 31st to June 2nd. This training allows you to be the supervisor on a swimming outing with your unit and to conduct swim tests. Participants must be at least 15 years old and registered with the BSA, must be able to complete the swimmer classification test, and must complete their online Safe Swim Defense, Hazardous Weather Training, and Youth Protection Training online.


[Register Today!]

A Scout Is Brave

“You have plenty of courage, I am sure,” answered Oz. “All you need is confidence in yourself. There is no living thing that is not afraid when it faces danger. The true courage is in facing danger when you are afraid, and that kind of courage you have in plenty.”



- L. Frank Baum, American Author of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,"

which published on this day in 1900.

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Wednesday 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

Thursday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

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