HOVC Scouting News - Friday Five 👋

HOVC Scouter Newsletter | August 23rd, 2024

We would like to congratulate Emmett L. with Troop 555 on the completion of his Eagle Scout Service Project benefitting his Chartered Organization, New Hanover Presbyterian Church. His father, Malcolm, notes "for those unfamiliar with [Eagle Scout Service Projects], the Scout is not supposed to construct the project themselves (though they participate), but they are supposed to plan, manage, budget, fundraise, motivate, recruit, support, and see that the beneficiaries' goals are met. It's intended to build on skills learned in Scouting and put leadership into practice." They estimate this project involved 500–800 total work hours.

Hi Heart of Virginia!

Camp Masters Popcorn & Whitley's Peanuts Are Here!

Popcorn and Peanut Unit Distribution continues tomorrow! It's not too late to register for the sale and pick up your product.🍿Last Chance Kick-Off Thursday, 8/29 - Leadership Center (8090 Villa Park Drive, Henrico), 7:00 PM.

Have some fun at the Costume-Making Workshop on September 7th from 9 AM - 12 Noon. Popcorn-Selling Units can make a fun popcorn costume to help promote their sale!

[Register for the Kick-off]

[Popcorn Costume-Making Workshop]

Nitrocross at the Richmond Raceway: September 7th—8th

Nitrocross, the next frontier of motorsports, is coming to Richmond, and we're all invited! Every event is a festival of speed, sound, and spectacle, where live entertainment and multiple motorsport disciplines come together to create an experience like no other. Where the pavement ends, the future begins! Come out to this premiere event September 7th and 8th, and use code "SCOUTS" to receive a special Nitrocross patch made just for us!

[Grab Your Tickets!]

Range & Target Activities Changes: 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.

Lifesaving and Canoeing Merit Badge Combo Class:

September 14th—15th

Join our Lifesaving and Canoeing Merit Badge Combo Class, where you'll alternate between the lifesaving and canoeing merit badges. This unique format ensures that all participants work on both badges simultaneously. To participate, you must pass the BSA swim test, have already earned the swimming merit badge, and demonstrate the ability to swim 400 yards continuously using the front crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke, and elementary backstroke with strong form and rhythmic breathing.

[Register]

Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training: September 21st

We're offering Scoutmaster / Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training on September 21st at T. Brady Saunders for registered leaders throughout the Heart of Virginia Council. This training is required for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. The cost is FREE and includes water, light refreshments, and "Trained" patches for leaders who have completed all training requirements for their registered position.

[Get Trained!]

"The important thing is that your teammates have to know you're pulling for them,

and you really want them to be successful."

- Kobe Bryant, American basketball guard and NBA champion, who spent the entirety of his incredible 20-year career with the LA Lakers, born on this day in 1978.