Scout Stories: A Washington D.C. Adventure
May 23, 2026
Catholic Scouts complete Religious Trail Activity and more
Scouts and Scouters from Troops 3, 37, 1003, and 1028 from the Monticello District in the Virginia Headwaters Council of Scouting America took a day trip during Spring Break to complete the Washington, D.C. Trail Religious Activity ...
National Registration Fee waived for Military Families as of June 1
May 23, 2026
Effective June 1, 2026, Scouting America is expanding access to Scouting for military-connected youth by waiving the $85 national youth registration fee for eligible families. This program applies to youth members only and is available for both new and renewing online registrations. The initiative i...
A New, Simpler Renewal Cycle for All Members
May 23, 2026
Scouting America recently announced an important change that will simplify the membership and unit renewal process nationwide. By February 2028, all members and all units will have a single, common renewal month of February. This change is in response to feedback from unit leaders and other Scouters...
Gone Home: William E. “Chip” Hunsberger
May 22, 2026
William E. “Chip” Hunsberger
July 18, 1956 - May 16, 2026
We mourn the passing of Chip Hunsberger, a devoted Scouting volunteer whose impact was felt at the unit, district, and council levels. His dedication to Scouting and the youth he served will long be remembered. Chip was recogniz...
Gear Up! Official New Market Camporee Swag is Now Available
March 30, 2026
Official New Market Camporee Swag is Now Available
We are officially just over 45 days away from the New Market Battlefield Camporee! With over 200 people already signed up, this is shaping up to be an absolutely epic event. If your unit hasn't registered yet, what are you waiting f...
Gone Home: Joyce B. Harris
March 27, 2026
Joyce B. Harris
August 30, 1948 - February 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce Harris, lovingly known as the “Fishing Lady” at Monticello District Cub Scout Day Camps. She was a dedicated Scouter with over 32 years of service to Pack 21 and Troop 21 in Scotts...
Hear from Six-Time National Champion Coach at the FOS Luncheon!
March 27, 2026
After completing an extraordinary season leading the UVA women’s swim team to an unprecedented sixth consecutive national championship and earning Women’s Division I Swim Coach of the Year honors from the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America for the sixth year in a row, Coa...
New Doors for Maintenance Shed
March 27, 2026
A huge thank you to The Overhead Door Company of Charlottesville for generously donating and installing two new roll-up garage doors for the Maintenance Shed at Camp Shenandoah. This much-needed upgrade will greatly improve the safety, security, and efficiency of our camp, keeping our facilities fun...
Be the Heart. Build Relationships. Change Lives.
March 27, 2026
Great Scout units don’t happen by accident. They’re powered by committed adult volunteers who give their time and energy to make a difference. Supporting those volunteers, often behind the scenes, is another key role: the Commissioner.
Commissioners serve as connectors and mentors, focusing n...
Silver Buffalo Award: Jay Fox
March 27, 2026
Silver Buffalo Award: Jay Fox
Created in 1925, the Silver Buffalo Award for distinguished service to youth is the highest honor presented by Scouting America. It recognizes individuals whose extraordinary service, leadership, and dedication have made a lasting impact on youth at the nationa...
