New Merit Badge: Robotics

The new Robotics Merit Badge will launch 12 APR 2011 at National Robotics Week.

Boys' Life website to launch the Robotics resource center on the same date.

ScoutStuff.org is offering a robotic bug kit, too.

Who will be the first Scout in the Shenandoah Area Council to earn it?

Need more information?  Coming soon...

Save the Date: 06-08 MAY 60th Venture Weekend

Who: All Venturing Crews (including from outside the council!)
What:  60th Venture Weekend
When:  06-08 MAY 2011
Where:  Camp Rock Enon

Details:

Calling All Crews!  

Come join in the fun at Camp Rock Enon in Gore, VA where the Shenandoah Area Council’s Venturing Program will be hosting our 60^th Venture Weekend.  

There will be many activities including Crew competitions, shooting sports, climbing/rappelling, knots/lashing, “scavenging”, advancement opportunities, and other exciting activities.***Cameras are a MUST for the scavenger hunt***  

You may choose cabin, first come first serve, or tent camping. Tents need to be brought to camp. 

Costs will include a patch, T-shirt, food for the weekend, awards and a fun filled program!  

Cabin Camping: $45 per person for the weekend Tent Camping: $35 per person for the weekend  

You need to bring a sleeping bag, pillow, sleeping pad, toiletries, extra clothing, tour plan, medical forms A and C filled out, any medications you’re taking, a camera, a smile, and a GREAT attitude!

Save the Date: 01 OCT 2011 Valley Rally Bike Ride

Who:  Everyone who can ride a bike!
What:  Valley Rally Bicycle Ride
Where:  Details to come...keep up on Facebook too!
When:  01 OCT 2011

Save the Date: 14-15 MAY Fun with Son Camp

Who: Cub Scouts and an Adult Partner
What:  Fun with Son Camp
When:  14-15 MAY (Registration due 15 APR--late fee after that!  No walk-ins!)
Where:  Beautiful Camp Rock Enon!
How:  Complete registration form and make payment prior to 15 APR!

Details:
Archery, BB's, Craft, Fishing, Rubber Duck Races, Raingutter Regatta, Sailing Activities Bazaar
All meals provided!

Questions:  Marc Houde (contact information on the registration form)

Save the Date: 14 MAR High Adventure Promotion Night

Who:  All Boy Scouts and Venturers, Scouters and Parents
What:  High Adventure Promotion Night
When:  14 MAR 2011 at 7PM
Where:  Zion Episcopal Church, 221 E. Washington Street, Charles Town WV

Details:

• Camp Rock Enon 2011 High Adventure Programs
• Sea Base 2012 contingent
• National Jamboree 2013 contingent

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Save the Date: 02 APR Scouting Heritage Merit Badge

Who:  All Boy Scouts
What:  Scouting Heritage Merit Badge
When:  02 APR 2011 8:45AM-11AM
Where:  Handley Library, Winchester VA
How:  Registration in advance $3--no walk-ins!  Space is limited--call the Scout Office 540-662-2551

Bring:

• Blue card
• Field ("Class A") Uniform
• Paper
• Pen or Pencil

"A team of Veteran Scouters including Lord Baden-Powell himself will be on hand to make the History of Scouting come alive. There will be two requirements to finish on your own. A list of counselors will be available."

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