We're so proud of our Scouts! Troop 1893 served as the honor guard, presenting the colors at the 2024 Richmond Marathon. This is a great responsibility that Scouts perform to honor their duty to country, and a wonderful service that helps to better connect us to our communities. Additionally, Troop and Pack 501, and Troop 500G set up a water stop at mile marker 24, providing much-needed hydration for many of the 21,000 race participants - a unit tradition since 2021! We invite you to see all the great photos of our Scouts in action at the Richmond Marathon by visiting our Facebook page. | |
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Thanksgiving Closures
November 28th—30th
In celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday, the Leadership Center and Scout Shop will be closed November 28th - 30th! We will close early on Wednesday, November 27th (Scout Shop will be open from 9am to 3pm, and the Leadership Center will close at 3pm sharp.) Below is a link to fun Thanksgiving articles by Scout Life Magazine that teach you how to make delicious Campsgiving recipes in your cast iron, give you great jokes for around the dinner table, and more!
[Fun Thanksgiving Articles from Scout Life]
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Silver Beaver Nominations
Due November 30th
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award a Scout Council can bestow. It is awarded for noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth by registered Scouters within a Council. It is given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service. The Silver Beaver Award is given to those who do not seek it. To receive the Award, a Scouter must be nominated by a registered Scouter on the official form provided by the National Office. Nominations are due by November 30th!
[Get the Details] [Congratulations to our 2023 Silver Beavers]
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Crafts & Cocoa with Santa
Saturday, December 14th
Parents, enjoy a peaceful shopping experience while your kids dive into holiday crafts, sip on hot chocolate, and visit with Santa! Our Scout Shop Elves will happily wrap your gifts on the spot, free of charge. Plus, throughout December, take 15% off everything* in-store (*excluding program items like uniforms, patches, handbooks, etc.). This special event takes place at our Scout Shop on December 14th from 9am to noon, with a visit from Santa from 10am to noon. Stop by and see a Scout Shop associate for details.
[Register Here!]
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Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, & Sea Scouts | | |
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In My Scouting Era
Saturday, December 7th
The In My Scouting Era event is almost here! Bring your friends to Camp T. Brady Saunders and experience the fun of Scouting on December 7th. Enjoy waterfront activities, range and target activities, hiking, climbing, s'mores, and more! This event is FREE to girl Troops who bring prospective members who are not yet registered. Everyone will receive a fun, limited-edition laptop decal! Registration closes December 2nd.
[In My Scouting Era]
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Glenn A. & Melinda W. Adams Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award (ESSPY)
The ESSPY Award recognizes a service project of an exceptional nature by a Scout to a religious institution, a school, community, or other entity. Each year, local councils select a council-level winner, and from that pool, each service territory selects a territory-level winner. A national winner is then selected from the 16 territory finalists. Nominations are due by January 31st, 2025.
[Learn More and Make an ESSPY Nomination]
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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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"Pressure is a privilege."

- Billie Jean King, American former world number 1 tennis player, winning 39 Grand Slam titles, born this day in 1943.
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