Outside groups
Go Green with KidWind Challenge
On Saturday, June 16th, 2012, James Madison University is holding the second KidWind Challenge this year. Building from the success of the first event held in March, expectations for the June event are high. For this event, students spend time designing and constructing their own wind turbines with the goal of creating a device that is efficient, elegant and highly…(more)
Concentra offering $10 off Camp Physicals
Concentra is offering a great deal on camp physicals! Concentra, an urgent care center located at 9900 West Broad Street Ste. C (next to the DSW Shoe Warehouse/Old Circuit City building), is offering all Scouts and Scout leaders who are part of the Heart of Virginia Council $10 off their summer camp physicals. Simply call 804.358.0361,…(more)
National Veteran Wheelchair Games Service Opportunity
Registration is now open for the National Veteran Wheelchair Games which will be in Richmond from June 25 to June 30, 2012. This event for Veteran Wheelchair athletes requires over 3,000 volunteers over 5 days helping the 700 competing athletes. All Scouts and their families are encouraged to provide service to our veterans during this historic gathering…(more)
Richmond Raiders partner with HOVC
Boy Scouts and their families are entitled to special pricing for every 2012 Richmond Raiders home game. Family four pack tickets are available for $40 each including fees (normally $13 each). Please call the Raiders ticket hotline at 780-0430 and reserve your tickets in advance or shop on the Raiders’ website at www.richmondraidersprofootball.com. Tickets can…(more)
Horseback riding programs for Scouts at the Marriott Ranch in VA
The Marriott Ranch near Front Royal, VA offers horseback riding programs for Scouts and on-site camping April – October. Click on this link to learn more>>
Mad Science programs for Pack Blue & Gold Banquets
Mad Science Programs are educational and entertaining. These fast paced high energy performances are great for groups of many sizes and available most any time or day of the week. Mad Science is perfect for Blue and Gold Banquets, birthday parties, school assemblies, PTA meetings and more. Check out our website at www.madscienceofcentralva.com for more details…(more)
Pinewood Derby Days
Every other Saturday, from January 7, 2012 – February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Dremel will launch its Pinewood Derby® Days programs at all participating Lowe’s Home Improvement stores. Pinewood Derby enthusiasts will have the opportunity to learn how to shape their Pinewood Derby® racers with Dremel tools and accessories. Each Pinewood Derby®…(more)
Catholic Diocese – Parater Trek July 7-14, 2012
The Catholic Doicese of Richmond is offering a new trek this summer the week of July 7-14, 2012. This is a challenge for those Scouts between the ages of 14-17, who want to test themselves in body and soul and see what it takes to walk with God. Participants will backpack approximately 40 miles in the…(more)
Merit Badge Weekend at Hampden Sydney
Hampden-Sydney College is hosting a Merit Badge College Weekend Friday February 24, 2012 through Sunday February 26, 2012, open to all Scouts in the Heart of Virginia Council. Thanks to the support and involvement of the college administration, faculty, staff and community, a great weekend will be provided and merit badge opportunities taught by qualified…(more)
University of Richmond Scout Night
On Saturday, February 11, 2012 the University of Richmond will sponsor Scout Night at the Richmond Spider’s Men’s Basketball game. Each scout attending will receive admission to the game, a Richmond Spider’s patch, and have the opportunity to earn the Cub Scout Physical Fitness belt loop pre-game led by the Spider’s training staff. All of this…(more)
