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NCAC 2024 Summer Camp Webinar: Cub Scouts

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March 13, 2024: Cub Scout Summer Camp

Missed the webinar? You can view a recording of it below.

In this webinar, we go over the NCAC summer camp options for Cub Scouts who will be rising Tigers through rising Webelos and rising Arrow of Light scouts this coming summer.

You can also download the slides from the webinar here: Cub Scout Camp Webinar slides [PDF]

Get more information on the various Cub Scout camps at their respective websites:

Upcoming webinars in the series include Scouts BSA Camps on March 20 and High Adventure on March 27. All webinars begin at 7pm EDT. See our earlier post to register in advance: weownadventure.com/upcoming-webinar-series-summer-camp-2024/

All This Before Most of Them Turned 10!

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At Pack 1100’s Arrow of Light Crossover Ceremony on March 2, 2024 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Springfield, Virginia, the positive impact of this one den made over the last six years was documented. These 11 Scouts positively influnced the community in so many ways through the Scouting program. Just look at this list!

They have:

  • cleaned up parks and waterways,
  • supported our local schools when there was no one to maintain the grounds,
  • cleaned our local trails,
  • made cards for wounded warriors,
  • collected toys for newly admitted families at Walter Reed,
  • provided Christmas greetings to a Virgina Veterans home, and
  • celebrated the “Month of the Military Child” in the White House with First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden.

They earned:

  • top scores for teamwork at Camp Ross,
  • recognition for their commitment to their religious organizations, and
  • the National Park Award by participating in volunteer and educational activities.

They have overcome challenges with diversity, learned how to work as a team and how to accept the loses with the wins.

They supported Wreaths Across America, recruited new friends who have become Scouts, earned the top NOVA awards in Cub Scouting, collected and delivered over 200 pounds of supplies for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter, and presented the BSA Report to the Nation.

Through the years they have collected over 5,000 pounds of food to support our local food bank and
community and conducted over 150 hours of community service.

They have spent 112 nights camping, hiked over 332 miles (that’s like hiking from Springfield to Cleveland), and Scouted for 12,816 day or 35 years.

One of them even participated in a push up challenge with Congressman Dan Crenshaw on the steps of the US Capitol.

“As we celebrate these 11 Scouts today,” explained their Den Leader, Marjorie McDonald, at the ceremony,“we know these Scouts are our future and knowing what we know about them, I can tell you our future is bright! It has been an honor for Christina and I to lead these Scouts, but perhaps they were leading us and we didn’t
even know it….. Watch out world here they come!”

Potomac District has 5 new Eagles!

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Congratulations to the 5 new Scouts and their proud families at the NCAC Potomac District February 2024 Eagle Scout Board of Review.

Thank you for all those who assisted these Scouts on their journey reaching the Eagle rank and those Eagle Board of Review Chairs especially Larry McNiece, Potomac District Eagle Advisor.

Sons of the American Revolution Eagle Scout Contest

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Sons of the American Revolution Eagle Scout Contest

Eagle Scout Hanna C. of Troop 1978G in Vienna, Virginia won the Fairfax Resolves chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution’s King Eagle Scout contest. She is one of three Eagle Scouts from NCAC in Virginia who went on to the state-level contest.

This is an annual contest open to any Eagle Scout that is a registered youth. It consists of an application that documents the scouts’ achievements, such as number of merit badges earned, a four generation family tree, and most importantly a 500 word patriotic themed essay. Winners at the local chapter level are given a certificate, full size medal, and a cash prize. One can then go on to the state level competition and then to the national competition.

For more information see https://www.sar.org/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-contest/

Ashburn Scouts Soar to New Heights with Aviation Merit Badge

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What do you get when you combine 20 Scouts, a Guinness World Record holder, and a Civil Air Patrol plane? A thrilling and educational experience that none of them will ever forget!

That’s what happened this week when Scouts from three troops in Ashburn, VA earned their Aviation Merit Badge at the Leesburg Executive Airport. They learned from Christopher Freeze, a part-time flight instructor, full-time Eagle Scout, and world record holder for the longest wheelie in an airplane (14,319.5 ft).

Mr. Freeze taught the Scouts everything they needed to know about flying, from the basics of aerodynamics and weather to the intricacies of navigation and communication. He also showed them how to perform pre- and post-flight inspections on a Cessna model 172, generously provided by the Virginia Wing Civil Air Patrol, where Mr. Freeze serves as Captain and Emergency Services Officer.

The highlight of the day was the FPG-9 flight competition, where the Scouts tested their skills by launching paper gliders made from foam plates. Jacob G. of Troop 1158B emerged as the winner, with the longest flight time and distance. He received a special certificate signed and stamped by Mr. Freeze, commemorating his Guinness World Record achievement.

The Scouts had a blast learning from Mr. Freeze and getting hands-on experience with the aircraft. They also gained valuable insights into the world of aviation and the opportunities it offers. The Troops thanked Mr. Freeze and the Civil Air Patrol, Leesburg Composite Squadron for their time and generosity.

Congratulations to all the Scouts who earned their Aviation Merit Badge, and a big thank you to Mr. Freeze and the Civil Air Patrol for making it possible!