Tackling the Baden-Powell Trail
January 24, 2025
Crew 22 of Waynesboro has been going on an impossible mission across Washington DC. Their adult leaders, with the assistance of the youth leaders, create a plethora of clues and challenges for two groups of the crew’s youth to follow. Using these clues each group must race against time, and the ot...
Farewell from the Chief
January 23, 2025
Scouts & Scouters,
Earlier this month during our Winter Banquet, my term as Lodge Chief of Shenandoah Lodge came to a close. I can't thank you all enough for the opportunity you have given me to lead the Order of the Arrow within our Council. I cannot wait to see what is in store for Shenando...
Silver Beaver 2025: Chris Axford
January 22, 2025
It is with great pleasure that the Virginia Headwaters Council is announcing the selection of Chris Axford as a recipient for the Silver Beaver Award in 2025.
In his nomination, it was stated that he is clearly not a “one and done” sort of Scouter. He has been both an Assistant Scoutmaster ...
Silver Beaver 2025: Kyle Enfield
January 21, 2025
It is with great pleasure that the Virginia Headwaters Council is announcing the selection of Kyle Enfield as a recipient for the Silver Beaver Award in 2025.
In his nomination he was given credit as being instrumental to ensuring a safe and an enriching experience for everyone involved in a time...
115 Years of Scouting
January 20, 2025
Last week, we kicked off our council's year of Scouting with our annual meeting. We talked about how 2024 went and looked ahead to 2025. We elected our executive board for the new year and bid farewell to Steve Hammond as our council president while welcoming in Mike White to the role moving forward...
It’s Time to Plan for Jamboree 2026!
January 9, 2025
Time is fast approaching to get our contingent registered for the Jamboree. While we are still working out some details on cost - we want to hear from you if you are interested in going as a participant. Please indicate your interest at - https://forms.gle/FJif64MhyJpBY4pg9.
The 2026 Nat...
Winter Scouting: Adventure with a Chill, Not a Chill Down Your Spine
January 8, 2025
Winter is a magical time for Scouting. The crisp air, snow-covered trees, and the thrill of waking up in a tent to find your toothpaste frozen solid—it’s an adventure like no other! While winter camping offers a unique and rewarding experience, it also comes with challenges. Chief among them are...
Off-Season Happenings at Camp
January 7, 2025
If you haven't seen our VP of Properties, Paul Hansohn, then you haven't spent enough time out at Camp Shenandoah. There has been a ton of activity happening this winter.
If you hadn't heard the news about the trading post, the short version is that we had a mold infestation. As a result, we have...
Wilderness First Aid Training in the Cold
January 6, 2025
A lot of us in Ivy Scouts (Troops 114 and 3125) are going to high adventure bases this next year, so many of us (both Scouts and leaders) needed to get Wilderness First Aid certified. Wanting to have a cold weather camping trip as well, Ivy Scouts decided to do both at the same time. Fortunately we ...
Training Thursday – Hazardous Weather
January 2, 2025
As dedicated leaders in Scouting, the safety of our youth is always our top priority. To maintain the highest standards of care, Hazardous Weather Training empowers you with the knowledge to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to weather-related risks during outdoor activities.
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