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HOVC Scouter Newsletter | May 10th, 2024

Attention, Scouts and Scouters! Please note a special change in our schedule: The Heart of Virginia Council Scout Shop will open later at 1:00 PM and close at 8:30 PM on Monday, May 13th, to accommodate our exciting UP3 event at the Leadership Center! Be sure to plan accordingly and take advantage of the extended hours to explore all that the Scout Shop has to offer while you're at the event. See you there!

Hi Heart of Virginia!

Unit Program Planning Party Monday, May 13th: 7:00–8:30PM

at the Leadership Center, 8090 Villa Park Drive in Henrico

Did You Miss Out on our May 6th UP3?  Make UP3 Your Unit's Monday Night Meeting! This annual event aims to help units get what they need to deliver an exciting activities and programming for their Scouts. Districts have paired up to provide a fun and meaningful program. You'll share ideas, resources, and fellowship. Plus, dinner and dessert will be available for purchase from the Wrapperz D-Lite and Richlands Dairy food trucks! Visit our UP3 website to take our event surveys.


[Come On Out!]

Camp Card Sale and Bi-Weekly Drawing

Only 21 days remain in the Camp Card Sale, so it’s time to kick your hustle up a notch! The Camp Card sale runs through May 31st - there's still plenty of time to sell your cards and save $5 from each for camp! ALL Camp Cards & final payments are due June 7th. Don't forget about the bi-weekly Camp Card Prize Drawings, too! The next LIVE Facebook drawing is scheduled to kick off our UP3 on May 13th at 7:00 PM.


[Visit the Camp Card Website]

🚀 Cub Scout Day Camp at Deep Run Park: June 10th–14th

Cub Scout Day Camp is often called “the camp that comes to the Scout.” Day Camp is an organized program for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts under certified leadership, at an approved site. Register now for our Day Camp taking place at Deep Run Park from June 10th - 14th! Non-Scout youth in elementary school can attend as well. Don't forget to invite your buddy!!


[Blast Into Day Camp!]

Camp T. Brady Saunders Summer Camp Swim Test Opportunities

Troops, Crews and Posts - are you coming out to Camp this summer and want to get your swim tests out of the way? Come on out on Sunday, June 2nd, and we will test individuals and entire units throughout the day. The cost is $5 per participant, to cover the cost of our BSA / Red Cross certified lifeguards. Participants must register to attend!


[Register to Attend]

Celebrate 40 Years of Buckskin: The Leadership Experience

July 21st–27th

Established in 1984, Buckskin proudly stands as one of Scouting's most tenured Youth Leader Training courses. Celebrating four decades of excellence in the Heart of Virginia Council, our 2024 program promises an unforgettable experience for Scouts BSA Troops. At Buckskin, we believe in shaping leaders through immersive experiences. Our 360º leadership approach seamlessly blends classroom teachings with hands-on practice, ensuring your Scout emerges equipped with invaluable skills, confidence, and a passion for leadership.


[Register for Buckskin]

“Be yourself - but don't be conspicuous.”



- Fred Astaire, American stage and screen actor and dancer, born this day in 1899.

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Wednesday 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

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Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

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