Gone Home: Dr. Tom Carter
January 23, 2026
Dr. Charles Thomas Carter
March 24, 1960 - December 22, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Carter family as we mourn the passing of former Council Commissioner Dr. Tom Carter. A graduate of Brigham Young University and the University of Utah School of Medicine, Dr. Carter dedicat...
NESA Eagle Scout Scholarships
December 28, 2025
The National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) will award nearly $500,000 in scholarships in 2026 to deserving Eagle Scouts to help continue their educational adventure in an undergraduate program, associate degree program or skilled trade program. The application window is open now through January 31,...
Winter Swim 2026
December 28, 2025
The 2026 Winter Swim will be held on Sunday, January 4 at Fork Union Military Academy and is open to all Scouts (and Scouters for the training session) in VAHC.
The VAHC Aquatics Committee will be offering Swimming Merit Badge, Lifesaving Merit Badge, Scouts BSA Rank Advancement, Pack Program (one ...
2026 Camp Shenandoah Work Days
December 28, 2025
Kick off the new year by giving back to Camp Shenandoah! We’re starting January with a Camp Work Day on Saturday, January 3, and we’d love to see you there.
The major project for the day will be removing the old rifle range bridge—a big task made easy with plenty of helping hands. Whether you...
Short Term National Camp Accreditation Program (NCAP)
December 28, 2025
Scouting America created the short-term NCAP program to ensure all council- organized overnight camping activities, not just long-term camps, meet national standards for quality and safety. The program helps councils improve their short- term camps by providing comprehensive guidelines and a framewo...
The Eagle’s Flight: Celebrating the VAHC Class of 2025
December 28, 2025
Within the Virginia Headwaters Council, the "Eagle Trail" is more than just a path—it is a rigorous journey of character, skill, and persistent leadership. This month, The Tributary is honored to celebrate 82 Scouts across our Council who have successfully navigated that trail to earn the rank of ...
Help Us Create a Scout Spirit Wall at Camp Shenandoah
November 21, 2025
Calling ALL Units! It is time to let your creativity shine and show your Scout Spirit! We need your help transforming a giant wall at Camp Shenandoah into a permanent backdrop that will be used for photo ops. Create a Medallion that highlights your love for Camp Shenandoah. Does your unit ...
Sore Foot Club Returns
November 21, 2025
At 4,463 feet, Elliott Knob is one of the highest mountains in Virginia. There are four opportunities in 2026 to complete the 16-mile hike to Elliott Knob from Camp Shenandoah. Everyone who completes the hike will put their name on the giant foot in the Dining Hall and be remembered FOREVE...
Don’t Miss Out on Winter Camp!
November 21, 2025
Winter Camp at Camp Shenandoah is filling up fast! If you are planning to attend and haven’t yet registered, now is the time. From January 16-19, 2026, Scouts will gather from Friday to Monday for adventure, merit badges, and times of good cheer that will keep the cold at bay. Registration is stil...
Family Troop Option Announced
November 21, 2025
Scouting America has announced that, following a successful pilot, ScoutsBSA Troops will have the option to become co-ed Family Troops starting December 15, 2025, with Chartered Organization approval and required steps completed. Additional details are expected to be released over the coming weeks.
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