Boy Scouts Mark 100th Anniversary!
Featured on the front page of today's Times-Dispatch metro section. Click here to read the story>>
Or click here to read it on Times-Dispatch digital>>
For a comprehensive list of how local Scouts, families, troops and alumni can celebrate the 100th anniversary of the BSA click here: http://hovbsa.org/content/view/464/386/
BSA 100th anniversary website. http://scouting.org/100years/100years/
The BSA national website: www.scouting.org.
BSA national website media page: http://www.scouting.org/About.aspx
BSA facebook page>>
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NEWS UPDATE: BSA IN THE NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT! TV, radio, and newspaper
The Boy Scouts is currently headlining the national media arena today and in the coming days!
Coverage includes: 
• Fox News this morning
• NPR Morning Edition last Friday (listen to the story at www.npr.org)
• CBS Radio Monday
• Fox & Friends Tuesday
• Christian Science Monitor Monday
Monday is the 100th anniversary! Wear something Scouting to work or school!
Spread the word!
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 PATRICK HENRY PROGRAM
DUE TO THE WEATHER THE PATRICK HENRY PROGRAM SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY FEB. 6TH HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Make up date for the Public Speaking Track will be Saturday February 27th from 9am-12am at the Short Pump Middle School. * Parents reception will take place at 10:15 am followed by scout awards.
Communication Track for February 27th will be a condensed version to make up for the missed day. Communications will start at 8:30am and run till 1:00pm. Again, communications will run from 8:30am to 1:00pm. *Scouts may bring a small snack they will be given a short break.
If there are any more changes to the schedule they will be posted here by 5:00pm Friday February 26th.
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Scouts Respond to Cry for Relief in Haiti - Buy a tent or other supplies for Haiti 
The Boy Scouts of America is rallying its troops with an effort to assist families devastated by recent earthquakes in Haiti. The BSA, through it's World Friendship Fund, is keeping an eye to the future by providing more long-term support for sustained improvements to the Haitians’ living conditions.
We are appealing to Scouting families across the country to join our efforts in a simple-to employ way. With a one-time contribution, donors can choose a support kit that will provide shelter and other elements of comfort and protection to Haitian individuals and families.
Click here to read more and make a donation toward a shelter kit>>
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February 8th is the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. How will you celebrate? Click here to see responses.
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Friends of Scouting Fundraising Dinner February 16!
Joe Theismann - Keynote Speaker 
Mr. Theismann is a former star quarterback for the Washington Redskins and an NFL commentator. In addition, he was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout (Life rank) and an Explorer, and has a great message about Scouting and its influence on his life.
The Scouts are also very pleased to announce that Dominion Resources, Inc., which is also celebrating its 100th year, is the lead corporate sponsor. Dominion’s CEO, Tom Farrell, is serving as the honorary dinner chairman.
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Corporate Sponsors:
Platinum Eagle Club & Lead Sponsor
Dominion Resources - Tom Farrell, CEO, master of ceremonies
Gold Eagle Club
McGuireWoods LLP
Technical Foundations, Inc.
Silver Eagle Club
AMEC
Fluor Enterprises
Highwoods-Markel Asso.
James River Air Conditioning
Kiewit Power Construction Co.
Markel Corporation
Shaw
Bronze Eagle Club
Capital Interior Contractors
CapTech Ventures, Inc.
Deloitte & Touche, LLP
First Baptist Church
Hourigan Construction Corp.
Keiter, Stephens, Hurst, Gary & Shreaves PC
Louis J. Korpics, Jr., DDS
For the full list of corporate sponsors click here>>
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Moving Scouting Forward in 2010
On January 21st the Key 3 of each district (District Chairman, District Commissioner and District Executive) got together for our council's annual growth conference. Each district set goals for the year but the focus was on how we will MOVE SCOUTING FORWARD in 2010. The numerical goals were the metrics to "how do we know when we have been successful?"
How will we move Scouting forward in 2010?
1. Help units be successful - Work with unit to earn the national Quality Unit Award - Train leaders - Provide program support & Roundtables - Operate great camps.
Initiative - Ensure the Top Leader of every unit is trained by the end of 2010! Read more>>
2. Provide opportunities for youth to join - Conduct Membership Drives - Organize New Units - Build Relationships With Community Organizations.
3. Fund Scouting - Friends of Scouting annual giving campaign - Popcorn Sale - Special Events like the Golf Tournament and Sporting Clays Classic.
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17 spots left for the 2010 National Scout Jamboree 
307 Scouts have applied for the 324 spots in the nine council contingent troops. Apply on-line at http://www.myscouting.org/ or http://www.bsajamboree.org/.
Next payment is due January 31st.
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In their own words, Scouts from across America explain why they "Go Scouting!" Outdoor adventure, excitement, friendship, and stories that last a lifetime.
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What training do you as a leader need?
At minimum, Fast Start, This is Scouting, Youth Protection and Position Specific. The first three can be done online at www.myscouting.org. Create an account, preferrably with your membership id# and get started. Encourage the parents in your unit to view these as well so they will have a better understanding of how Scouting is organized. To learn more click here>>
Check with your district about the next available training course or click on Training Schedule under Training in the upper right navigational bar.
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Trainer's Edge course February 20th
This excellent train the trainer course will be at the United Methodist Conference Center, 10330 Staples Mill Road. Click here to register online.
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 Local Eagle Scout project featured recently in the Times-Dispatch!
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Let's get BSA license plates in Virginia approved in time for our 100th birthday!
We are over halfway to our goal of 350 paid applications, so help us get BSA plates into production. We need your help! Click on the plate to the left to download the DMV form.
There shouldn’t be any reason why we can’t reach 350 applications in time for our Centennial celebration. BSA plates cost only $10.00 ($20.00 for personalized plates). Click here to complete an interest form>>
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 Earn a patch during the centennial celebration September 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010.
There are requirements for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturers, Leaders and even Alumni! Complete 3 of 5 requirements in each category to earn a ribbon for the category. The categories are Scouting's five core values: Leadership; Achievement; Community Service; Character and the Outdoors. Anyone can buy the patch but you must earn the ribbons.
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Across the country, Scouts are making a difference. We hope you enjoy these brief photo essays on Scouts and Scouters who are making America a better place for all of us. Please share these great stories with people you know!
New story posted February 2009
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Pack Troop and Crew websites linked here.
To view unit websites currently posted click here.
Units can have their website linked to the council website by sending the url and a description to
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Boy Scouts of America Scout Shop hours:
Heart of Virginia Council Phone: 804-355-4306 M-F 9:00 to 5:30
4015 Fitzhugh Ave. Fax: 804-353-6109 Sat. 9:00 to 12:00
P.O. Box 6809 Phone # 804-355-0628
Richmond VA 23230
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