Work begins on the roof over the main entrance of the Leadership Center on Monday, February 17th and continues through Tuesday, February 18th. Please exercise caution when entering and leaving the building, and follow any signage that might instruct you to use a different entry. A reminder that our Leadership Center and Scout Shop are CLOSED on Monday the 17th in observance of President's Day. | |
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2024 Eagle Scout Commencement
February 23rd
Celebrate the incredible achievements of the 2024 Eagle Scout Class at the annual Eagle Scout Commencement, honoring Don and Doug Hill, who have exemplified a lifelong dedication to Scouting since 1955. This event recognizes Eagle Scouts with an inspiring program that includes a keynote address, the Adams Service Project of the Year Award, and special honoree recognitions. Join us in commemorating these young leaders’ hard work, dedication, and commitment to Scouting’s highest honor at Randolph-Macon College, where attendees can also enjoy exclusive campus tours.
[Register to Attend]
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Race Through Space HOVC Klondike Derby
February 28th—March 2nd
The 2025 Klondike Derby is expertly planned by 2024 Klondike Event champions, Troop 709-B, who have built brand-new and exciting stations, this race is set to go down as one of the best Klondike Derbies ever! Teams of 4–8 will race through various towns, testing their Scout skills and earning "gold" to spend at the Gold Nugget Auction, with flexible options for transporting gear like backpacks or wheeled carts. Registration is $15 for youth and $10 for adults, covering patches, ribbons, wristbands, camping, and activities—just bring your food and gear for a weekend of excitement! Registration closes 2/21!
[Register Your Team Today!]
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Join Us for a Camp Work Day Hosted by RUST
Saturday, February 22nd
We are looking for volunteers to come out and lend a helping hand at our Goochland Scout Reservation. We need people who have skills like plumbing, electrical, construction, auto mechanic, roofing or even know how to operate a lawn mower. This is for volunteers 18+, who are willing to come help tackle projects around both camps. Lunch will be provided!
[Lend A Hand]
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🤠Cub Scout Summer Camp
Return to the Old West
Are you thinking warm thoughts? Snow might be on the ground, but we have summer on the brain! Registration for Cub Scout Summer Camp is officially open! Choose from our four sessions and go back - way back - to the Old West. This year’s “Back to the Old West” theme will transport Scouts to a dusty frontier town where the stakes are higher than ever. Joined by the intrepid time travelers Lady Clementine and Lord Marmaduke, campers will unravel a thrilling mystery that could reshape the future.
[Register Your Unit Today!]
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Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, & Sea Scouts | |
📢 Buckskin: The Leadership Experience
July 20th–July 26th
Buckskin: The Leadership Experience is a week-long intensive course for Scouts 14+ (Star rank or higher) who are ready to lead. Participants will learn 19 essential leadership skills, advance their outdoor abilities, and apply teamwork through the Patrol Method. With Scoutmaster approval, a strong work ethic, and at least one long-term camping trip completed, Scouts will gain the confidence to lead in their units and beyond. Step up, take the challenge, and become the leader you’re meant to be!
[Registration is OPEN!]
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Did You Read the February Courier? | |
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.
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"You cannot define a person on just one thing.
You can't just forget all these wonderful and good things that a person has done
because one thing didn't come off the way you thought it should come off."

- Aretha Franklin, American singer, songwriter, pianist, actress, and civil rights activist, who recorded
her hit single "Respect" on this day in 1967.
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