The Cub Scout Position Specific Training Modules Are Updated on My.Scouting.org The online position-specific training modules for Den Leader / Assistant Den Leader, Cubmaster/ Assistant Cubmaster, Pack Committee Chair, and Pack Committee Members were updated on May 30th to reflect the program updates launched on June 1st, 2024. The outline of the training modules [...]

Boating Safety Alert May 29, 2024 As National Water Safety Month in May draws to a close, it's crucial for everyone in Scouting to continue to focus on facilitating safe aquatics programs this summer. A few recent incidents serve as reminders of the ever-present need for vigilance. Please review the following Boating Safety Alert information [...]

To:          The Heart of Virginia Council Unit Leadership From:    Damian Klute, Board Chair Charlotte Pemberton, Council Commissioner George McGovern, Scout Executive Date:     May 8, 2024 RE:        National Boy Scouts of America Name Change We are writing to share some exciting news and updates regarding our [...]

April 2024 Update to Barriers to Abuse Concerning the Policy for 18 to 20-year-old Adult Leaders/Program Participants Please note the following update to the Guide to Safe Scouting and help communicate this important information to your units. 18 – 20 Adult Leader/Program Participant Policy  17-year-old* youth members transitioning to an adult leader (Scouts BSA), [...]