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Friends of Scouting
Friends of Scouting is Tidewater Council’s annual giving campaign. The Friends of Scouting campaign provides 21% of the council’s annual budget – that means more than a fifth of every dollar in the council budget comes from the generosity of Scouting families, alumni, and community supporters. Friends of Scouting keeps the overall cost of Scouting affordable so all families can participate.
All Friends of Scouting donations stay local to support families in northeastern North Carolina and southeastern Virginia. You can fill out a Friends of Scouting pledge card and email it to shannon.foster@scouting.org or donate using the button below:
Campaign progress as of May 31, 2022:
Each district shares a portion of the overall goal.
Progress as of May 31, 2022:
Has your unit held a Family Friends of Scouting presentation? Units receive a “2022 FOS Participant” ribbon for their unit flag when they hold their presentation.
Family Friends of Scouting presentations are not just an opportunity for Scouting families to give, but also an opportunity to inform families about council resources and how Scouting is funded.
To schedule a presentation for your unit, please contact your district executive.
Upcoming Events
Clean the Bay Day
June 4
This year’s Clean the Bay Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 4. This annual event is a time for local groups to give back to our local waterways. To find a location accepting walk-up participants, click here.
If you want to volunteer but are unable to attend on June 4, you can participate with Clean the Bay Day DIY. Now through June 3, conduct your own clean-up event. Why not pick up litter during your den or patrol meeting?
Volunteers are welcome to register as individuals or as teams. Let’s Save the Bay! (And don’t forget to log your unit’s volunteer hours in Scoutbook too.)
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)
June 10-11
IOLS provides adult leaders with foundational outdoor skills. Working as patrols, participants in this hands-on course learn the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank.
Join us at Camp Baker in Chesapeake on June 10-11 for IOLS.
Flag Day Celebration
June 11
American Legion Great Bridge Post 280 invites the Scouting community to a special Flag Day Celebration on June 11 at 5 PM. The event will take place at American Legion Post 280, 469 North Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23320.
This year’s event celebrates the 99th anniversary of the drafting of the Flag Code by the American Legion and 68 other fraternal, civic, and military organizations. Congress subsequently approved and codified the code in 1942.
BSA units are invited to enjoy refreshments with the Legion Officers and to participate in a ceremony supporting a dignified disposal of several retired flags.
RSVP to Post280FlagDay@gmail.com.
Troop Trailer Rodeo &
Princess Anne District Scouts BSA Roundtable
June 14
Join us for a Troop Trailer Rodeo at the June Scouts BSA Princess Anne District Roundtable. We will meet at Kempsville Presbyterian Church, 805 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. The Rodeo will start at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.
All troops are asked to bring their troop trailers and share their setup and design. See which camp gadgets and chuck boxes work best. Troops that do not have a trailer or that are thinking about getting a trailer should attend too!
Unit leaders from other districts are invited to attend.
The Virginia State Police are expected to attend to discuss state inspections and trailer safety on the road.
Please note: This is a different time and location than the usual Scouts BSA Princess Anne District Roundtable. Princess Anne District’s Cub Scout Roundtable will be at its usual time (6:45 PM) and location (Windsor Woods Elementary School).
Scout Night with the Norfolk Tides
June 17
Take me out to the ballgame! Cheer on the Tides as they take on the Syracuse Mets at Scout Night with the Norfolk Tides on Friday, June 17.
Tickets and camping vouchers are available at the Scout Shop during regular store hours. The deadline to purchase ticket vouchers is Wednesday, June 15, 2022 (or until sold out).
Camp Work Day at Pipsico
June 18
All troops, crews, ships, and posts are welcome to join us at Pipsico Scout Reservation to spruce-up and set-up camp for our summer season!
The Blue Heron Lodge Order of the Arrow is hosting a Summer Camp Set-Up Work Day. This event is a chance for everyone to help ready Pipsico Scout Reservation for summer camp. You do not need to be a member of the OA to assist.
The work day is June 18 from 9 AM – 4 PM. Lunch on Saturday will be provided by some of the amazing Summer Camp Cook Crew to all who come up to provide service to camp. In order to ensure we have enough food for Saturday lunch for all our volunteers, please register now on Black Pug.
If your unit would like to camp on Friday night and help on Saturday, don’t forget to check that option on the registration. No other food will be provided besides lunch on Saturday.
Cub Scout Day Camps
June - July
It is time to round up the Cub Scouts for the Day Camp Rendezvous in the Wild Wild West. This annual outdoor summer experience is full of fun, excitement, and adventure. The marshal and sheriff are busy planning crafts, STEM activities, and games for each Day Camp. Registration is now available on Black Pug. Please register as a unit, not individuals.
5-Day Day Camps
| Dates | Times | Location & Registration Link | Camp Director (Marshal) | Program Director (Sheriff) |
| June 20-24 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Tabernacle Baptist Academy, Virginia Beach | Ted Green | David Montoto |
| June 20-24 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Burrows Memorial Baptist, Norfolk | Amy Devault | Marianne West |
| June 27-July 1 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Forest Park Church, Elizabeth City | Tiffany Bounds | Corie Stratton |
4-Day Twilight Camps
| Dates | Times | Location & Registration Link | Camp Director (Marshal) | Program Director (Sheriff) |
| June 27-30 | 3:30 – 8:15 PM | Great Bridge Baptist, Chesapeake | Kirsten Misfeldt | Jaime Tolentino |
| July 6-9 | 3:30 – 8:15 PM | Izaak Walton League Park, Chesapeake | Kirsten Misfeldt | Jaime Tolentino |
| July 11-14 | 3:30 – 8:15 PM | Covenant UMC, Chesapeake | Kirsten Misfeldt | Jaime Tolentino |
Rick Anoia Scouting Golf Classic
June 23
Are you looking for a fun day out on the links AND to support a great cause? Join us for the Rick Anoia Scouting Golf Classic at Virginia Beach National Golf Club!
Summer Camp at Pipsico
June 26 - July 23
Join us for summer camp at Pipsico Scout Reservation!
Pipsico Scout Reservation offers Scouts and Scouters the opportunity to immerse themselves in a positive camping environment, at a beautiful property, with a friendly camp staff. Tidewater Council is proud to offer quality programs for everyone.
Week #1 – June 26 to July 2
Week #2 – July 3 to July 9
Week #3 – July 10 to July 16
Week #4 – July 17 to July 23
Summer Adventure Programs at Pipsico
Take your adventure to the next level! Looking for something a little bit different? Pipsico also offers three Summer Adventure Program opportunities. Each is operated in parallel with base camp, and was developed for more experienced Scouts.
- Sail Hampton Roads: A full week of sailing and nightly port visits along the southern Chesapeake Bay
- SCUBA Camp: Earn “Open Water Diver” SCUBA Certification and your SCUBA Merit Badge
- PEX: Take your adventure to the next level with the adrenaline-fueled Pipsico Experience
Summer Adventure Programs are almost full. Sign up today so you don’t miss out on your adventure!
Scout Night with the Edenton Steamers
July 2
Tickets are now available for Scout Night with the Edenton Steamers! Join us at Historic Hicks Field in Edenton, NC to cheer on the Steamers as they take on the Virginia Beach Sea Dogs. Admission packages include a ticket, a patch, and a picnic meal consisting of a hamburger, a hot dog, chips, and a drink for $15. There is an opportunity to sleep on the field following the game – camping vouchers are available for an additional $5 each. For questions, please contact Brian Chappell at bchappell14@gmail.com.
Popcorn Training
July 5 and July 12
Join us to learn about the 2022 Tidewater Council Popcorn Sale! This popcorn training is designed for both new and returning popcorn kernels. We will focus on what is new for this year’s sale, best practices, and opportunities that can benefit your unit. For those who attend in-person, we plan to have promotional items available for pick-up.
There are two training dates available, and both trainings will be offered both in-person and virtually. The same information will be covered at each session, so pick the date and location that is best for you! If you choose to attend virtually, the Zoom link will be sent one week prior to the training date.
Cub Scout Family Resident Camp
July 29-31
Resident Camp at Pipsico Scout Reservation is an overnight camping experience for the whole family. Cub Camps are open to every level of Cub Scouting, plus siblings, family members, and den chiefs.
Pipsico is the perfect spot for your family to have a great outdoor adventure. It has 916 acres of land and one and a half miles of unspoiled beachfront on the banks of the James River in Surry County, Virginia. It is home to bald eagles, blue herons, wild turkeys, deer, and much more. On the beach you will find fossilized remains of sharks and whales amongst shells and fossils pouring out of the cliffs on the beach. Facilities include an air-conditioned dining hall, a swimming pool (with handicap access), shower and latrine facilities, a fully equipped health lodge, a trading post, shooting ranges, and more.
Discover your adventure this summer at Pipsico!
Scouting for Blood Drive
August 2
Did you know that one donation of blood can save up to three lives? Or that every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood? Tidewater Council is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive through the Pint-Size Hero program. This program introduces youth to the components of blood and the importance of blood donation. Scouts have the opportunity to demonstrate leadership by recruiting blood donors, hosting drives, and engaging in the community.
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
WHERE:
Tidewater Council
Mary Jayne Breeden Council Service Center
1032 Heatherwood Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
TIME:
1-6 PM
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT:
There are two easy ways to schedule your appointment:
1. Visit redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code “TidewaterBSA” in the “Find a Blood Drive” field.
2. Make your appointment on the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
CONTACT:
Nicole Moga
704-564-5565
Nmoga149@yahoo.com
Wood Badge Critter Picnic
August 6
Registration is now open for the Wood Badge Critter Picnic on August 6, 2022 at Camp Moonyah in Chesapeake. All Scouters, Wood Badgers, and families are welcome. Enjoy food, fun, and fellowship while learning about how Wood Badge and NYLT can benefit your unit’s program.
Powder Horn
September 9-11 and September 16-18
Powder Horn is a resource course designed to introduce Scouting’s adults and youth to the exciting outdoor and high-adventure program possibilities for their unit. The ultimate goal is for the participants to leave the course with a list of ideas to help their program, along with the contacts and resources needed to implement them.
Participant Requirements
- Must be either:
- An adult registered in BSA, fully trained for their position
- A youth 14 years old (or 13 years old and have completed 8th grade) by the start of the course, AND have unit leader approval, AND have taken ILS for their unit type
- Must have completed and submitted training certificates for:
- Youth Protection Training
- Hazardous Weather
- Safety Afloat
- Safe Swim Defense
- Climb On Safely
- Must submit current, completed Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) Parts A, B, and C
- Must submit proof of swim classification (any level is accepted)
Princess Anne District Fall Camporee
October 21-23
Are you ready to Escape to the Wilderness? Adventure on to the Princess Anne District Fall Camporee at Camp Kiwanis, Pipsico Scout Reservation to practice skills from the First Aid, Wilderness Survival, and Pioneering merit badges. The morning will include skills instruction, with competitions following in the afternoon. Participants will receive partial completions in each of the three merit badges. The Princess Anne chapter of the Order of the Arrow will lead the Saturday night campfire.
Merit Badge Counselors Needed
The Camporee Committee is looking for merit badge counselors (MBCs) for the First Aid, Wilderness Survival, and Pioneering merit badges. MBCs will have the opportunity to help plan the activities. If you are interested, please contact Chris Noble at PASPRINGCAMPOREECHAIR@gmail.com.
Three Rivers District Fall
Camp-O-Ree & Cub-O-Ree
October 21-23
Get All Fired Up for the Three Rivers District Camp-O-Ree and Cub-O-Ree this fall. Scouts will enjoy fire safety, fire building, special visitors, and – of course – a camp fire!
If you would like to assist with the event, please contact Mike Z. at 3rcamping@gmail.com.
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
November 11-13 and November 18-20
Every leader deserves a trained Scout! Youth aged 13 and above are eligible for BSA’s premier youth leadership training program, NYLT. This program is designed to help Scouts make the most of their leadership skills, to become the best leaders that they can.
The objectives of the course are to:
- Provide a toolbox of leadership skills
- Relate these skills to leading in their unit
- Instill knowledge and confidence to run the unit program
- Enhance the relationship between the Scout and the unit
- Share ideas and experiences with other Scouts
- Experience Scouting at its best
- Have fun!
The course will be held the weekends of November 11-13 and 18-20, 2022 at Pipsico Scout Reservation. If you have any questions, please contact the course director, James Carroll, at 596nylt@gmail.com.
2023 National Scout Jamboree
July 19-28, 2023
The National Scout Jamboree, Scouting’s flagship event, is one-of-a-kind. Over the course of ten summer days, tens of thousands of members of the Boy Scouts of America from across the country gather together to explore all kinds of adventures—stadium shows, pioneer village, Mount Jack hikes, adventure sports, and more—in the heart of one of nature’s greatest playgrounds. With 10,000 acres to explore at the Summit, there is no shortage of opportunities to build Scouting memories.
Tidewater Council is organizing a contingent to attend this awesome event in West Virginia. Youth and adult participants register at both the national site and the council site for payment. For questions, please contact Tidewater Council’s Jamboree Contingent Chair, Erich Röetz.
In Fond Remembrance
Longtime Scouter Rayetta Drew has Gone Home. Rayetta was a Scout leader for more than 40 years. She dedicated herself to improving the lives of the youth of Norfolk.
Rayetta influenced the lives of countless youth and she will be missed by the alumni of Pack 77 and Troop 77, chartered to First Baptist Church (Bute St.), and by all of Tidewater Council. Rayetta received the Legends of Tidewater Council Award in 2001 and the Silver Beaver Award in 1998. She leaves behind her husband, George, and three sons.
News
Family Den Pilot Program
Tidewater Council has been accepted in the Boy Scouts of America National Family Den Pilot Program.
What does this mean?
- Current Family Packs can have gender-integrated dens from Lions to Webelos (grades K-4)
- Arrow of Light dens (grade 5) must remain gender separate to help facilitate moving into Scouts BSA
Why?
This pilot is in response to challenges Cub Scout packs have experienced, including:
- Recruiting enough leaders to have two-deep leadership in every den
- Having too few girls in the pack or den to have synergy for program delivery
- Retaining female leaders
How can a Cub Scout pack sign up to participate?
To participate in the pilot program, the pack must fill out a Family Den Pilot Program Pack Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and return it to their district executive. The committee chair and the chartered organization representative both must sign the MOU.
Once the pack turns in the MOU, the council will designate the pack as participating in the pilot. This will allow the pack to set up the dens in Scoutbook.
How to learn more?
There will be a Pilot Program Kick-off webinar via Zoom on June 30 at 8:00 PM. The council will send the link to participating packs one week prior to the webinar.
Scout Shop
Raingutter Regatta
With summer upon us and packs winding up the year, nothing can be more fun than Raingutter Regatta races. Combine that with a picnic and you have a super fun end of year event! The Scout Shop has just what every pack needs for successful races.
Portable Regatta raceways ($26.99) are easy and fast to assemble and can be used anywhere you have a flat surface of 12 feet. Made of heavy-duty vinyl, each raceway measures 10 feet long by 29 inches wide and includes a repair patch. For prizes we have something for everyone: the red, white, and blue medals ($2.99), the bronze, silver, and gold lanyards ($3.99), and 10-pack participation ribbons ($6.99). Kits are now $6.99 and decals $4.99. Whether you do races now or later in the summer, it’s fun for all!
NEW Water Bottles
We have some new items to add to our camping department this year. The 32 oz. “Be Outdoors” vacuum-insulated stainless steel, double-walled water bottle keeps fluid hot or cold for up to 24 hours. With a wide mouth and a clip-on handle, it’s very convenient for hiking and sells for $19.99.
Another new water bottle is our collapsible silicone 18 oz. bottle. It compacts to about the size of a 6 oz. cup, is BPA free, has an easy drink spout, comes in navy, light blue, and lavender, and sells for $13.99.
NEW Flashlights
Why stumble around in the dark when you can get one of our new flashlights? The new Ultra Superbright handheld flashlight is small, easy to carry, includes three AAA batteries, has an amplified focus lens, brightness of 40 lumens, is water resistant, and just $9.99. Another new flashlight is our Camping Lantern that can be closed and carried as a flashlight or opened and used as a lantern. It has a brightness of 80 lumens, uses 3 AA batteries and is $15.99. Our supply of these items is limited, so don’t wait too long to shop!
NEW Repellents
Looking for a Deet-free repellent? We have two new items this year, both Emma Bean products which use natural ingredients and no harmful chemicals. The PESKY Bug Away Spray repels mosquitos, no-see-ums, biting flies, gnats, ticks, and more. The 4 oz. non-aerosol bottle is $9.99. The PESKY Itch Away Gel soothes itching or pain from irritating bites, and this 1 oz. bottle is $4.99.
Scout Shop Hours
Our next holiday closing will be July 3-11 for 4th of July week.
BSA Safety Moment
It is recommended to include a BSA Safety Moment during meetings to inform Scouts and parents and keep everyone safe. Numerous downloadable BSA Safety Moments are available here.
Homesickness
Many of us can feel a bit out of sorts when away from familiar surroundings, and Scouts are no different. Many Scouts experience some symptoms of homesickness during campouts, and identifying these symptoms early and addressing them can help make the event a great experience for everyone.
According to the American Camp Association, most campers report at least some homesick feelings during one day of their camp stay. Common symptoms include mild depression, anxiety, withdrawn behavior, somatic—or physical—complaints, and misbehavior.
Training Learning Management System
Training is available either online or in-person.
An advantage of in-person training is the ability to discuss and clarify anything that is unclear with experienced leaders. Leaders attending in-person training can share best practices and ideas that have worked well locally.
Online courses offer flexibility. Leaders can take the modules at their own pace.
The National Council, BSA recently updated the list of modules required for position-specific training. Access the list here.
Merit Badge Counselor Registration
In order to register as a merit badge counselor, volunteers must:
- Complete Youth Protection Training
- Complete Merit Badge Counselor Position-Specific Training
- Submit an adult application with position code 42
- Submit the Merit Badge Counselor Information Form
- If counseling the new Citizenship in Society merit badge, complete Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Volunteer Training
Award Spotlight
Keep America Beautiful Hometown USA Award
The Boy Scouts of America has been affiliated with Keep America Beautiful for more than 50 years. The Keep America Beautiful Hometown USA Award recognizes outstanding efforts of Scouts in their communities in regard to citizenship and environmental improvement. This award for Scouts BSA youth provides a way for Scouts to make a significant contribution toward keeping America beautiful.
When a Scout has completed the award requirements, the unit leader should turn in the application to the Scout Shop and order the patch there.
National Honor Patrol Award
The National Honor Patrol Award encourages patrols to:
- Have identity and spirit
- Be active
- Do Good Turns and service projects
- Complete rank advancement
- Wear the uniform
- Be organized
- Participate with the troop
Cub Cruises
Ahoy Scouts! Sea Scout Ship 42 invites you to cruise the Chesapeake Bay on their sailboat.
This is a fun-filled introduction to the Sea Scouting program for Cub Scouts and their families. Sea Scouts are part of the BSA and focus on teaching young men and women maritime skills.
Participants will take a three-hour cruise around the Chesapeake Bay, while learning about our tidal habitat and basic ship safety and operations. Each participant will receive a commemorative patch. Contact Sea Scout Ship 42 to arrange a date and time for your pack’s adventure.
Social Media
It is an exciting time to be part of the BSA for many reasons. One of those is that current communication vehicles now enable current and past Scouts and Scouters, as well as anyone else who is interested in Scouting, to communicate directly with each other about Scouting. Online social media tools such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube have made it possible for anyone with an internet connection to create and be part of online communities where people can discuss Scouting and share stories, photos, videos, and other types of media.
Many units have set up their own accounts. Please take a moment to review the Boy Scouts of America Social Media Guidelines.
Are you aware of and following the council’s social media outlets?
Recruiting Ideas
There must be at least 50 ways to recruit a family into Scouting. Here are ten ways for any Scouting unit – pack, troop, crew, ship, or post – to recruit year-round.
- Social media posts not only on the unit’s page, but also shared on leaders’ pages to reach their friends. Promote upcoming events and invite friends to attend.
- Monthly notices in church bulletins about what the unit is doing. Invite members of the congregation to join anytime.
- Church or community marquees can advertise the unit. Talk to the unit’s chartered organization representative about what is needed to advertise the unit on their marquee.
- Yard signs are great. Move the signs around in the yard and between different leaders’ yards. After about ten days, people do not notice yard signs anymore if they remain stagnant.
- Personal family activities are a great way to recruit. Other families at sports activities, musical recitals, and such share the family’s interests, so invite them to the next meeting.
- Have an active year-round program that captures youth interest.
- Scout activity shirts are not just for Scout events. Ask Scouts to wear their “Class B” shirts to school. Leaders and parents can wear theirs out in public too.
- Party Time! Dens, patrols, and units can plan a party or other Normal Friend Activity and invite their classmates to attend. The invitees learn about Scouting by doing a simple activity with a snack. The hosts get to talk to the parents about Scouting.
- Make sure the unit has a New Member Coordinator whose sole responsibility is to make sure that new parents feel welcome.
- Community visibility is key. Many times, people say they did not know about the Boy Scouts of America opportunities in the local area. Let people know about unit or Eagle service projects by submitting photos and stories to local newspapers, radio stations, or TV stations.
What is a Commissioner?
Commissioners share the mission of preparing young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime. Commissioners:
- Support unit growth and retention.
- Help units identify any area that can use improvement and work together to develop a service plan.
- Link unit needs to the appropriate resources on the district committee.
- Support unit and district charter renewals.
- Support unit leaders by providing networking opportunities.
If you can recommend someone who would be a good commissioner or if you want to learn more, please contact your district commissioner or district executive.
SCAM ALERT: Gift Cards for Veterans
Recently, the council was notified that several of its members received an email, purportedly from another volunteer on behalf of Tidewater Council. The email requested gift card donations for veterans in hospice and palliative care. The email requests eBay and Target gift cards and includes instructions for how to scratch off and relay the gift card codes and/or PINs to the scammer via email.
This is a scam. Neither Tidewater Council nor any volunteer made this request.
These messages are fraudulent. Do not reply in any way. Tidewater Council will never solicit funds in such a manner. In the event that you receive a solicitation for support from Scouting or any other organization, we encourage a healthy level of skepticism. When in doubt, we encourage you to verify the validity of such a request with our office.
We do not know the scope of volunteers to whom this was sent or where the individual perpetrating this fraud acquired email addresses. If you received this email or any other fraud or scam attempt, you can report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
Community Care Assistance
Does your family need assistance accessing community resources? Tidewater Council is a partner agency with United Way of South Hampton Roads and Albemarle Area United Way, as well as a member of the Unite Us Hampton Roads United Coordinated Network and NCCARE360. For coordinated care referrals, please contact us.
Help Wanted
ScoutReach Volunteers
ScoutReach is the outreach program of the Boy Scouts of America, bringing Scouting’s leadership and character-building programs to underserved communities. Tidewater Council currently has three ScoutReach programs, all of which are seeking volunteer support.
- Lindenwood Elementary in Norfolk has a biweekly afterschool program for 2nd and 3rd graders. Contact Bill Lawrence at 828-582-6955 or Bill.Lawrence2@scouting.org if you are interested in assisting. The next session will be on Wednesday, June 8 at 3:40 PM and will include a Raingutter Regatta and closing ceremony. Following the June 8 session, this program will break for the summer and resume in October.
- The Seatack area in Virginia Beach has a monthly evening program for families with elementary-aged youth. Contact Rich Becker at 757-575-6609 or richard.becker@scouting.org if you are interested in assisting. The next session will be on Tuesday, June 14 at 6:30 PM at the Virginia Beach Fire Department- Station 11, and will focus on fire safety and first aid.
- Southwestern Elementary in Chesapeake has an afterschool program. This program just began its summer break, but will resume in the fall. Contact Christina Viglietta at 757-969-2396 or christina.viglietta@scouting.org if you are interested in assisting.
District Executive Job Opening
Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and understands that helping youth puts us on a path towards a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.
Today’s professional Scouters are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, work that offers solid compensation, benefits, and advancement.
If you or someone you know is interested in making a difference through a career in Scouting, please contact Bill Lawrence at bill.lawrence2@scouting.org.
National Scout Jamboree Service Team
What makes a Jamboree awesome? What is the key to a world-class, life-changing experience? It’s you. If you love Scouting and being part of a high-performing team that delivers amazing experiences, then the 2023 National Scout Jamboree Service Team wants you. The 2023 National Scout Jamboree is all about moving Scouting forward.
Photographers
Want to be in the middle of the action and create lasting memories for years to come? Tidewater Council is seeking volunteer photographers to capture the excitement of local Scouting events. If interested, please contact alison.harrison@scouting.org.
Volunteer with the Membership Team
The Tidewater Council Membership Team is looking for volunteer assistance from Spanish-speaking Scouters, to speak to potential chartered partners and help form units to serve our Hispanic community.
If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please contact Dave Bussiere at dave.bussiere@gmail.com or 757-575-4117.
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
Visit our Volunteer with Local Scouting webpage for information on additional volunteer opportunities.
Scouts in Action
Virginia Beach Police K-9 officer K. Ziemer and his K-9 partner, Smoke, came to a Pack 585 meeting to teach Cub Scouts about how our furry friends help the police.
Officer Ziemer taught about where the police recruit the dogs, the training both the dogs and their partners receive, and how they are used in law enforcement.
Thank you to VBPD and Officers Ziemer and Smoke!
Star Scout Logan S. of Albemarle Troop 127 commemorated Taps Across America on Memorial Day at his troop’s chartered organization, St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Maple, NC.
Scouts and Scouters gathered at Pipsico Scout Reservation on May 20-22 for Order of the Arrow, Blue Heron Lodge’s Service and Ordeal Weekend. Congratulations, new Arrowmen!
Congratulations to Troop 127, winner of the 2021 Albemarle District Luther V. Creel Unit Award! This troop from Maple, NC received the award at the Albemarle District Appreciation Dinner on May 14.
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