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Upcoming Events
Darden Gala
October 29
Join us for a fun-filled evening to support local Scouting! The 2022 Darden Gala will feature beach-themed attire, Monte Carlo games, live and silent auctions, live music by North Tower, shag dancing, and heavy hors d’oeuvres.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Eagle Sponsor
Life Sponsors
Star Sponsors
First Class Sponsors
Pipsico Fall Festival: International Scouting
November 4-6
Pipsico Scout Reservation has been serving the youth of Tidewater Council and beyond for 63 years. We invite all packs, troops, crews, ships, and posts to join us for a fall weekend of fun. After setting up your tents, enjoy your campfire Friday night and get ready for a fun-filled Saturday.
Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on Saturday, such as fishing Lake Beasley, climbing the tower, hiking the trails, and showing your marksmanship on one of the ranges available for your rank. You can also enjoy fellowship with Scouts from around the council, brush up on your knots and other camp skills, and visit Huskanaw or the Gaga Pit. Also be ready for the pumpkin and chili cook-offs. When you think you’ve done it all, prepare for a campfire program like no other.
We would like each Scout unit to select a country to represent throughout the weekend. Get ready to stamp passports and present yours for stamping as you travel around the world and learn about Scouting in other countries. Have your unit learn about the country you select so they can share with others.
In addition to the camp activities, units are encouraged to set up an activity booth or display in the main activity field during the morning session. Let us know what country your unit will represent so that we can plan to have a great variety of things to do. Select a game or activity that your unit can take turns staffing with a few members and others take turns participating. You can teach a skill or host a game.
Please come out for the events on Saturday, enjoy the fall weather, the fellowship, and the many activities. Registration is open on Black Pug. If you’re interested in supporting an activity booth Saturday morning, contact Kirsten Misfeldt at kmisfeldt62@gmail.com.
High Adventure Pilot Training
Retaining Older Scouts and Sleeping Under the Stars
November 4-6
When youth reach their teen years, many new avenues open for them to pursue. These new adventures can be very exciting and healthy for them, but also can lead them away from Scouting. What kind of program can keep older youth in Scouting through their formidable teenage years?
Sleeping out under a dark sky can be a very exciting. So, where do you find one in our world of endless lighting? Believe it or not, there are still plenty of places to go. In Scouting, we call this a high adventure program – a trek where you take youth hiking, canoeing, even sailing, in the back country, a wilderness river and lake, or touring on the high seas.
A high adventure trek should last more than five days. It can involve going more than fifty, sixty, or even seventy miles walking, biking, paddling, or sailing. The trek should take Scouts a little out of their comfort zone and challenge them to complete the journey. These treks teach youth many skills that make them proficient in becoming a responsible adult. If you want your personal gear to serve you well on a high adventure trek, you learn to bring only the appropriate gear, ensure it is waterproof, and not lose any along the way. Isn’t that what adults must do in life?
Camping out under the stars is not the only thing exciting on the trek. Nature offers many things to see and do, such as fishing, swimming, mountain climbing, sightseeing, discovering new and different plants and animals, and cooking on an open fire.
The Council High Adventure Committee is holding a training course on how to conduct high adventure treks in your own unit. The course will be conducted at Merchant Mill Pond State Park in Gates, NC on November 4-6, 2022. It is limited to twenty participants: ten learning backpacking trekkers and ten learning canoeing trekkers. The course is being taught by Scouters who have years of experience in conducting high adventure treks. Participants will learn how to conduct a unit high adventure trek, from filing the necessary paperwork to training youth the skills for a high adventure trip to conducting a safe, fulfilling, and successful journey. The cost is $30.00 per person. For further information, contact Jeffrey Irving at 757-646-5218 or jeffreyirving@cox.net.
American Red Cross Pint-Size Hero Blood Drive
November 9
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:
Wednesday, November 9, 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
Veterans Day Parade
November 11
All Tidewater Council packs, troops, ships, posts, and crews are invited to participate in the 2022 Tidewater Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony.
This year, the Veterans Day Parade at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront will begin at 16th Street and Atlantic Avenue, turning on to Virginia Beach Boulevard, Mediterranean Avenue, 19th Street, and ending at the Tidewater Veterans Memorial.
- 8:00 AM: Check in and line up begin at 8:00 AM with exact location to be determined.
- 9:00 AM: The parade starts at 9:00 AM. Scouts will get to see the entire parade and then step off as one of the last units in the lineup. All units are requested to bring their American and unit flags. Scouts and leaders should be in uniform.
- 11:00 AM: Scouts are invited to remain for the 11:00 AM Memorial Service.
Register your unit to march in the parade and pre-order your patches no later than November 9, 2022. Registration is required and a patch is available by pre-order only. Register now on Black Pug. Patches will be available for pick‐up by December 17, 2022. Please email event chair, Andrew Huddle, at pack496vb@gmail.com for more details.
Albemarle Merit Badge Weekend
November 11-13
Share your expertise! We are looking for merit badge counselors for Albemarle Merit Badge Weekend. The sessions will be offered in the morning and afternoon on the 12th and in a morning session on the 13th. If you can assist any or all of the weekend, we need your support. We hope to offer an exciting and valuable program for our Scouts, and can only accomplish this with the assistance of volunteers wanting to share their knowledge. Complete an interest form here.
Units, save the date for the weekend. Albemarle District Merit Badge Weekend is an annual educational and advancement opportunity open to registered Scouts. All meals on Saturday and through lunch on Sunday are included in the fee, so no cooking required. Online registration is available on Black Pug.
National Camp T-Shirt Day
November 15
National Camp T-Shirt Day is celebrated on November 15. For counselors, campers, and leaders, camp is a memorable experience.
On November 15, encourage your Scouts to wear their favorite camp T-shirt to school and tell their friends about their awesome camping experiences. Take a picture and tag @tidewaterbsa on Facebook and @tidewatercouncilbsa on Instagram.
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
November 19
Facilitator-led Cub Scout Leader Specific Training provides new leaders with an opportunity to learn from experienced Cub Scout leaders. This training lays the groundwork for success as a Cub Scout leader, in an atmosphere that is collaborative and welcoming.
Save the date for Saturday, November 19 from 9 AM – 1 PM. The training will be held at the Mary Jayne Breeden Council Service Center, 1032 Heatherwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. Registration is open on Black Pug.
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
November 19
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims over the age of one. Successful students will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years.
This is a blended learning course. Participants must complete the online portion before taking the skills demonstration session. The online session will take approximately three hours to complete. A unique email address is required for each participant. The skills demonstration will take two and half hours.
Zomboree
December 2-4
The haunts of fall don’t end on October 31 in Tidewater Council; they extend on into December.
Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of one of the last human strongholds during a Zombie Outbreak? Can you put your Scout skills to work to overcome any challenge that may come your way?
On December 2-4, 2022, Pipsico Scout Reservation puts you to the test! Register now for Zomboree on Black Pug.
Staff Needed
For information on volunteering as Zomboree staff, please contact scoutajdavis@gmail.com or bigbnva83@gmail.com.
Pow Wow
December 3
A long time ago in a Cub Scout pack that’s not so far away…
Adult leaders gathered to learn more about the Force within the program.
They turned their eyes to training opportunities for new and experienced adults.
They found Pow Wow, the annual supplemental Cub Scout leader and parent training.
They discovered classes that covered events, Scoutbook, working with Scouts with special needs, using the Patrol method with Webelos, games, communications, succession planning, songs, and so much more!
Save the date on Saturday, December 3, 2022 for this year’s Pow Wow. Come join us at Hickory Middle School in Chesapeake as “The Pack Awakens” for more fun and adventure for all!
Wood Badge Association Dinner
December 9
Wood Badgers, friends, and families – Enjoy food, fun, and fellowship with your fellow critters!
- $30 per person or $50 per couple
- Silent auction to raise funds for the Wood Badge/NYLT Scholarship Fund
- Doors open at 6:30 PM
Join us at Gilwell!
Order of the Arrow Holiday Banquet
December 10
Arrowmen of the Blue Heron Lodge, the end of our 75th Anniversary year is quickly approaching, and we have a wonderful event planned: our 2022 Holiday Banquet!
- Mouth-watering menu
- Wonderful entertainment
- Door prizes
- Installation of newly elected Lodge Officers
- Presentation of awards
- Golden Arrow
- The Spirit Award
- The Honor Arrowmen
- New Ordeal members
- Those who completed their Brotherhood walks
- The Vigil Class of 2022
- The Silver Heron (James E. West) Award
- The Founders Award
Registration is on Black Pug and the cost is $15.00 per person until December 6, 2022. On December 6, the cost will increase to $20.00 per person. Registration is open to all Arrowmen, their families, and friends. Don’t wait too long, as tickets are limited.
If you have any questions, please contact Event Advisor Marie Kane at Pa2va96@cox.net.
Wreaths Across America
December 17
Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, the mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at more than 1,600 locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad. Find your local cemetery by visiting wreathsacrossamerica.org.
Winter Camp
January 13-16, 2023
Registration for Winter Camp participants is waitlist-only, but Merit Badge Counselors and staff are needed! Winter Camp is held at Pipsico Scout Reservation. Great merit badge counselors are what make this event the best. Volunteer today and make a positive difference in the life of a Scout on their way to Eagle.
Email both Wes Parker and Christy Cooper to volunteer. In your email, include:
- What merit badge you wish to counsel
- How many 3-hour sessions needed
- The number of Scouts per session
- Materials and costs
- Pre-requisites
- Any position you may be interested in assisting
Albemarle District Freezoree
January 27-29, 2023
Winter Weekend is a chance to join in one of the oldest traditions in Boy Scouts of America – coming together as a district for Scouting. District gatherings provide an opportunity for fun, friendship, and fellowship. We would love for you to come join the fun and excitement of the 2023 Winter Weekend.
Join us January 27-29, 2023 at Maple Commerce Park, Barco, NC. All Tidewater Council troops, crews, and ships are welcome to attend. Registration and more details are coming soon.
Adams Award Deadline
January 31, 2023
The National Eagle Scout Association established the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award (ESSPY) to recognize valuable service of an exceptional nature by an Eagle Scout candidate to a religious institution, school, community, or other entity through completion of an Eagle Scout project.
Nominations are due to the council by January 31, 2023. The youth must have passed their Eagle Board of Review between January 1 – December 31, 2022.
Read about Tidewater Council’s 2021 Adams Award recipient here.
Scouting for Food
February 4-12, 2023
As Scouts, we know how fortunate we are to have a warm meal every night — whether around the campfire or at the kitchen table. And we know that not everyone is so lucky.
That’s why we participate annually in Tidewater Council’s Scouting for Food drive. It’s another reminder to our local communities that Scouts are here, doing Good Turns.
Scouting for Food takes place on two consecutive weekends. On the first weekend, Scouts distribute bags and/or door hangers to let their neighbors know about the drive. On the second, Scouts revisit those houses to pick up bags full of canned food, cereal, pasta, peanut butter, juice, and other nonperishable items. So, save the dates to distribute information on the weekend of February 4-5, 2023, and return to pick-up donations on February 11-12, 2023.
Units should select a Scouting for Food Coordinator. More information is coming soon.
Klondike Derby
Quest for Gold
February 24-26, 2023
Are you ready to go on a hunt for gold? Are you ready for some competition? If you answered yes, then it’s time to sign up for the 2023 Klondike Derby: Quest for the Gold!
Join us in beautiful Camp Lions, Pipsico Scout Reservation with your sled to compete in skills from first aid, wilderness survival, fire-building, cooking, pioneering, and rifle shooting. The Blue Heron Lodge will conduct an OA Call-Out Ceremony on Saturday night.
Station Coordinators Needed
The Klondike Derby Committee is looking for one adult and one youth to run a station during the derby. There is a special patch for those who run a station. If you are interested, please contact Mike Maruska at mikemaruska1179@gmail.com.
University of Scouting
March 11, 2023
University of Scouting is a fun-filled, hands-on opportunity for leaders to network and gain skills. University of Scouting offers courses for leaders in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, Venturing, as well as programs for Commissioners, Doctoral Students, and youth leaders. Courses include STEM, songs and skits, knots, event planning, high adventure, recruiting, fundraising, and more. New ideas are always welcome.
Every Scout Deserves a Trained Leader
To help as a staff member, instructor, or dean, please contact Keegan Daley at TidewaterUniversityOfScouting@gmail.com.
2023 Annual Leadership Breakfast
March 15, 2023
We are pleased to announce the keynote speaker for Tidewater Council’s 2023 Annual Leadership Breakfast: Mark Moseley!
With an impressive NFL career spanning 1970-1987, Mark Moseley is the all-time scoring leader for Washington’s NFL team.
To learn more about how you, your company, or your community group can host a table, please contact Linda Boyce at linda.boyce@scouting.org.
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. The contingent will consist of:
- Two male Scouts BSA troops (72 youth and eight adults)
- One female Scouts BSA troop (36 youth and four adults)
- One Venturing crew (36 youth and four adults)
If your unit would like a presentation about the National Scout Jamboree and the adventure and activities available, contact Erich Röetz.
Price Increase
Effective November 1, 2022, the national fee to attend the National Jamboree will increase by 14%, necessitating an increase in the council fees. This is due to rising prices of fuel, food, and other supply items. Any contingent member registered by October 31 will lock in the current fees. If you plan to attend the National Scout Jamboree, register now to secure the lower rate!
News
Hooked on Scouting Competition
Fish and win!
September Winners
Congratulations to the two winners of the Hooked on Scouting competition for September!
Cub Scout
Scouts BSA
The Competition
Post a photo of your Scout and their catch on Facebook and/or Instagram with hashtag #HookedOnScoutingTWC to enter. Entries will be judged based on fish size, Scouting spirit, and Scouting attire.
The Prize
Two winners per month will receive a fishing tackle set with a telescopic fiberglass fishing rod!
The Winners
This contest is open to currently registered youth members of Tidewater Council, Boy Scouts of America.
Monthly from September 2022 to December 2022, two winners will be selected. One winner will be a Cub Scout and the second winner will be a member of Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouting, or Exploring.
Each Scout may enter as many times as they’d like, but may only win once.
Scout Shop
Fall Activities
With fall officially here, there’s no better time to take advantage of the cooler weather for outdoor activities. We have Regatta kits for packs doing outdoor races and a full inventory of camping gear for fall camping events. If we don’t have something in stock, we can usually get it within a week.
Good Food
Good food is essential for any successful camping trip, and we have three books for amazing ideas.
- Cast Iron Cooking has delicious recipes, along with tips on how to care for cast iron.
- Campfire Cooking has various cooking methods with plenty of snack recipes included.
- Fix It In Foil has plenty of tasty recipes for ovens and grills that make for easy cleanup.
All three of these cookbooks, located in the Scout Literature section, are coil-bound, sell for $9.99, and are a fun resource for Scouts earning the Cooking merit badge.
Fall Uniform Sale
The Fall Uniform Sale continues through October 29. This is the perfect time for those who need or want a full uniform.
Buy a uniform shirt and bottoms (same program) at the same time and get 10% off the bottoms. Bottoms include zip-off pants, shorts, skorts, and capris.
New Team Member
New team member Staci Van Kirk is a welcome addition to our Scout Shop! A Navy Veteran, the mother of an Eagle Scout, and the New Member Coordinator for Pack 24, she comes with a variety of skills that make her a great asset to the Scout Shop. Please give her a warm welcome when you come in.
Store Accounts
Does your unit need to set up an account at the Scout Shop or change the authorizations? These accounts are very convenient and can save on credit card fees. Just make a deposit and the funds are there for awards, registrations, and anything else. If you need the form to set up or change a Scout Shop account, email your request to polly.fugate@scouting.org.
Shipping
We continue to ship orders on Wednesdays and Fridays by USPS. Customers may email (polly.fugate@scouting.org) or call (757-497-2688) with an order. We will gather the items, calculate shipping using the USPS official site, then call back for a credit card number.
Scout Shop Hours
Our next holiday closing will be Friday, November 11 to observe Veterans Day.
Popcorn Sale
Looking for a way to fund an awesome program for your Scouts? The annual Popcorn Sale is here to help!
Six Things To Do by November 1
- Schedule a closeout appointment on October 27, October 28, or November 1.
- Make final returns. See page 12 of the Popcorn Guide for details on the return policy.
- Place the final unit popcorn order.
- Submit the unit’s military donations using this form. Remember, all donations are military donations.
- Submit and confirm all unit-to-unit transfers.
- Submit the final payment.
Online Sales
Online sales continue in November. This is an easy way to earn money for your unit, with no product handling or money handling required! The customer orders and pays online, with free shipping straight to the customer.
If you need your Scout’s Seller ID for online sales, please contact your Unit Popcorn Kernel.
Resources
Did your unit miss Popcorn Training? You can view the recording on our Popcorn Sale webpage. Make sure to review the 2022 Popcorn Guide while you’re there too!
Do you need help with any aspect of the sale? We have a great team of District Popcorn Kernels who are here to help you! You can find their contact information here.
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.
Concussion
A concussion, also known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), is an injury that results from a blow to the head causing an alteration of brain function. Concussions may also be due to falls or blows to the body that cause the brain to move quickly back and forth.
Concussions are difficult to diagnose and are often called “invisible injuries.” It is important to note that in 90 percent of all youth-related concussions, there is no loss of consciousness. Most people with concussions recover quickly and fully, but for some the symptoms can last for days, weeks, or longer. Recovery may be slower among young children and teenagers. Those who have had a concussion in the past are at greater risk for another one, and recovery may take longer the second time.
Internet Safety
October is Cyber Safety Month. Take the opportunity to review internet safety with the Scouts. Today’s youth are spending more time than ever using digital media for education, research, socializing, and fun.
To help families and volunteers keep youth safe, the Boy Scouts of America offers the Cyber Chip for grades 6-12 and the Protect Yourself Rules Adventures for grades K-5.
VFW Scout of the Year
Annually, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) awards three individuals who have risen above their peers in exemplifying the qualities of the highest youth Scouting ranks. Recipients can be awarded scholarships at both the local and national levels.
The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023 at 11 PM. Please review the local handout from VFW Post 392 for more information, as well as the brochure and entry form.
Recharter Preparations
As the time nears to renew membership in Scouting units, take a moment to ensure the following items are completed:
- All adults who are renewing their membership have Youth Protection Training that is valid through December 31, 2023
- All youth and adults’ contact information is correct and updated in My.Scouting
- All direct contact leaders’ Hazardous Weather training will be current at the time of charter renewal
Princess Anne District Charter Renewal
In order to assist units with charter renewal, the Princess Anne District Commissioner Staff has scheduled training, orientation, and charter reviews.
Training/Orientation
- Sunday, October 30 at 5 PM via Zoom. Contact Al Barr for the link.
Charter Review
- Saturday, November 5 from 12 – 3 PM at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 3201 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Contact Al Barr to schedule an appointment.
- Saturday, November 12 from 8:30 – 11 AM at the Mary Jayne Breeden Council Service Center, 1032 Heatherwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. Contact Al Barr to schedule an appointment.
- Saturday, November 19 from 12 – 4 PM at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 3201 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Contact Al Barr to schedule an appointment.
Charter Turn-In
- Saturday, December 3 at the Mary Jayne Breeden Council Service Center, 1032 Heatherwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Albemarle District Charter Renewal
In order to assist units with charter renewal, the Albemarle District Commissioner has scheduled charter orientation, charter review, and turn-in as follows:
Charter Review/Turn-In
- Wednesday, November 9 from 6 PM – 8:30 PM at Roundtable.
- Saturday, November 19 from 9 AM – 1 PM. Location TBD.
- Saturday, December 3 from 5:30 PM – 7 PM. Location TBD. By appointment only.
- Charter Renewals will NOT be accepted at the council office.
For questions, please contact:
Brian Ives
Albemarle District Commissioner
252-202-2615
ivesbk@gmail.com
Christy Cooper
Albemarle District Executive
208-597-6044
Christy.Cooper@scouting.org
Journey to Excellence
Journey to Excellence (JTE) is the Boy Scouts of America’s program to help packs, troops, crews, ships, and posts to plan, monitor, and evaluate their performance. There are specific criteria for the unit to plan and accomplish. These standards are reviewed and revised each year.
The 2022 Journey to Excellence workbooks are now available. Use these workbooks to prepare the unit’s scorecard to turn in with the charter renewal package.
Training News
STEM Nova Awards
The BSA Learn Center has discontinued the online training modules for Nova Counselors and Supernova Mentors.
Self-instructed PowerPoint training modules are available at scouting.org/stem-nova-awards/volunteer-support.
Updated Safety Afloat Training
In collaboration with the BSA National Aquatics Subcommittee, Scouting U has released an updated mobile-friendly version of Safety Afloat online training.
Since the inception of Scouting, learning to swim and engaging in aquatics activities, such as boating and paddle sports, have been core to the program. Safety Afloat training is required for any BSA unit that will participate in boating activities. This online training ensures that adult leaders are prepared to facilitate safe use of canoes, kayaks, rowboats, rafts, floating tubes, sailboats, motorboats (including waterskiing), and other small craft.
To access the updated training, log onto my.Scouting.org and search the catalog in the BSA Learn Center for “Safety Afloat.” There is no longer an in-person syllabus for this training.
For additional information regarding BSA aquatics programs, please refer to the Guide to Safe Scouting and the BSA’s Aquatics Supervision Guide.
Hazardous Weather Training
Many Scouting programs take place in the outdoors. Hazardous Weather Training discusses how to manage risks from the weather to our Scouting family. There are several impactful incident reviews, including lightning, heat and hydration, and hypothermia.
Hazardous Weather Training is available at any time online as part of the Training section of My.Scouting.org. All direct contact leaders are required to take BSA’s Hazardous Weather Training to be considered fully trained in their position.
Direct contact leaders include:
- Cub Scouts
- Cubmaster
- Assistant Cubmaster
- Lion Den Leader
- Tiger Den Leader
- Den Leader
- Assistant Den Leader
- Webelos Den Leader
- Assistant Webelos Den Leader
- Scouts BSA
- Scoutmaster
- Assistant Scoutmaster
- Venturing
- Advisor
- Associate Advisor
- Sea Scouting
- Skipper
- Mate
- Exploring
- Advisor
- Associate Advisor
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.
Angel Tree
North Carolina families, the Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region is currently accepting applications for the Angel Tree Program. For more information, please see this flyer. Applications are available online at saangeltree.org.
Mental Wellness Event
There will be a mental wellness event at Elizabeth City State University on Tuesday, October 25. For more information, please see this flyer. To register for this event, please visit mw102522.attendease.com.
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.
- 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.
- Lindenwood Elementary in Norfolk has a biweekly afterschool program. Contact Bill Lawrence at 828-582-6955 or Bill.Lawrence2@scouting.org if you are interested in assisting.
- Southwestern Elementary in Chesapeake has an afterschool program. Contact Christina Viglietta at 757-969-2396 or christina.viglietta@scouting.org if you are interested in assisting.
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
Eagle Scout Ethan G. and Troop 462 received the 2021 Chesapeake Environmental Award for a Youth Organization from the City of Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council. The award was presented on October 11 at City Hall by Chesapeake Mayor Rick West.
On May 16, 2021, Chesapeake Troop 462 showed up in a big way to help support Ethan G. and his Eagle Scout project. For his project, Ethan set out to build a bird rehabilitation enclosure for Altons’ Keep Wildbird Rescue and Rehabilitation Center. The support for this project was incredible. With the help of his Troop 462 family, Ethan led a team to accomplish even more than expected. In the end, the team built the enclosure, cleaned up a large portion of the facility, removed more than 3,300 pounds of trash and debris, and was able to provide a $1,000 donation to the rescue.
Great job!
Congratulations to the winners at the Hooked on Scouting event for Princess Anne and Bayside districts!
- Longest Fish: Benjamin L. and Samuel L. of Pack 628
- Most Fish: Blake T. of Pack 67 with four catches
- Biggest Non-Fish: Albert B. of Pack 405, who caught two branches tied together by a tangled mess of fishing line
- Heaviest Fish: Omar Q. of Pack 31
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