Hey NCAC Scouts! Director David Henrie has teamed up with us for the live premiere of my new movie “This is the Year." The movie will premiere this … [Read more...] about Director David Henrie Invites NCAC to Digital Movie Premiere
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Missing Summer Day Camp or Resident Camp?
Get ready to have some FUN! This summer, Cub Scout aged youth and everyone in the family can have fun and participate in outdoor adventures. Some can … [Read more...] about Missing Summer Day Camp or Resident Camp?
Microscope + Camping = FUN !!!
Hey Scouts! Have you ever wondered what nature looks like under a microscope? What tiny creatures are in a drop of water? What a blade of grass or a … [Read more...] about Microscope + Camping = FUN !!!
Family – Fun – Flag – FOURTH!
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? What are your plans for the 4th of July? We have some fun family activities planned all day for you and your Scouting … [Read more...] about Family – Fun – Flag – FOURTH!
Guidance on Resuming In-Person Scouting Activities
In March of this year, the National Capital Area Council Executive Board made the difficult decision to cancel or postpone all in-person Scouting … [Read more...] about Guidance on Resuming In-Person Scouting Activities
NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award for Unit Scouters!
In response to the Coronavirus Pandemic, the National Capital Area Council (NCAC)’s Scouting at Home Award was introduced to encourage Scouts of all … [Read more...] about NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award for Unit Scouters!
Introducing the NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award!
In response to the Coronavirus Pandemic, the National Capital Area Council (NCAC) is encouraging Scouts of all ages to stay home and be safe, while … [Read more...] about Introducing the NCAC Scouting at Home 2020 Award!
NCAC Response to COVID-19
UPDATE 5/14/2020: NCAC summer camp programs have been cancelled for 2020. Alternative summer programs will be announced soon. UPDATE … [Read more...] about NCAC Response to COVID-19
Scouting At Home Challenge!
Are you ready for the 30 day Scouting At Home challenge? Scout families take on the challenge of keeping your skills sharp by Scouting at Home and … [Read more...] about Scouting At Home Challenge!
Scout Service Center Closing
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently recommended canceling all gatherings of 10 or more people. As that maximum will apply to most Scouting … [Read more...] about Scout Service Center Closing
Help Celebrate NCAC Camping Centennial at Camp Snyder’s Work Days for All
Celebrate 100 years of NCAC summer camping by helping Camp Snyder get ready for the summer! Earn service hours and a free Camping Centennial patch for … [Read more...] about Help Celebrate NCAC Camping Centennial at Camp Snyder’s Work Days for All
General David L. Goldfein Receives the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
The D.C. chapter of the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) was proud to present the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award to Gen. David L. Goldfein, … [Read more...] about General David L. Goldfein Receives the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
TUSKEGEE AIRMAN RECEIVES NCAC LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Troop 96 of the National Capital Area Council (NCAC) today honored retired Air Force Brigadier General Charles McGee with its Lifetime Achievement … [Read more...] about TUSKEGEE AIRMAN RECEIVES NCAC LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Covid didn’t stop these Eagle Scouts
Reposted from Annandale Today with permission. The Covid pandemic has been hard for everyone, and that includes members of Scout troops. … [Read more...] about Covid didn’t stop these Eagle Scouts
Troop 492B’s First Eagle Scout!
Troop 492B, founded in 2019, just had its first Eagle Scout pass his Board of Review on June 17th! Troop 492B, part of the White Oak District, is a … [Read more...] about Troop 492B’s First Eagle Scout!
Biking in paradise
Scouts from Troop 7227 on St. Croix, USVI organized a bike outing to assist members who are working on rank and merit badge requirements. They started … [Read more...] about Biking in paradise
Family Camping Weekends at Goshen – next up is Labor Day!
Did you know that there are opportunities to camp at Goshen Scout Reservation beyond summer camp? The first big event each summer, is in fact … [Read more...] about Family Camping Weekends at Goshen – next up is Labor Day!
Composite Materials is the material science merit badge
The Composite Materials Merit Badge was published by BSA in 2006. Since then, almost every year it has ranked in the bottom ten of merit badges earned … [Read more...] about Composite Materials is the material science merit badge
Scouts Weld Nameplates on their way to earning new awards
The Welding merit badge was first offered by BSA in 2012. The cover of the MB pamphlet shows a welder, safety gear, and on the bottom right corner, a … [Read more...] about Scouts Weld Nameplates on their way to earning new awards