Virginia Headwaters Council, BSA - CampCast

Welcome back - a message about Scouting from our founder. Thanks for hanging with the podcast as we stumble to get this running smoothly. Take time to nominate a scouter in the Virginia Headwaters Council for the Silver Beaver Award . Nominations are due November 30th and can be sent to: silverbeaver@virginiaheadwaters.org

I very short dive into the literature about what youth get from attending summer camp. 📚 Research & Studies on Camp Benefits 1. Wilson & Sibthorp (2018) – Youth learning outcomes at summer camps Youths develop independence, perseverance, responsibility, confidence, emotion regulation, teamwork, and more 2. American Camp Association National Camp Impact Study (2023 ) High-quality camp expe...

Welcome Back to Camp Cast! Season 3 is live, and while this was temporarily published via a different platform are back on Spotify and Apple Podcasts under our old banner.

In this episode, we sit down with Audrey Storm to talk about the importance of youth and adults membership. This is a delayed release due to multiple technical issues, but still full of useful information even if you have already hosted a Join Scouting Night or have your program year underway. BSA Resources

"Back to Gillwell, happy land ..." Time to sit down with a cup of Gillwell Joe and learn about this year's WoodBadge Course. Adam sits down with this year's course director, Tracey Stakem, to give you the inside scoop on WoodBadge. It's not too late to sign up ; we promise you a Mountain Top experience.

Adam and I are back from camp - and while he is still catching up after spending two glorious weeks at Camp Shenandoah, I sat down to reflect on all that camp means to the campers and staff. We would love to hear your stories of camp; please share them via email at vahccampcast@gmail.com. View the Tributary

It is June, and that means it's time for Summer Camp. In this episode, Kyle sits down with Collin McCrone from Troop 111 and Crew 22 (with his mom listening in) to discuss why he is on Camp Staff and life at camp. He also provides some tips for new campers, not just what slushy to order this year. You can learn more about Camp Shenandoah and sign up for week 2 or 4 here . You can register for...

Wow - it has been too long since we gathered by the campfire, but we are back, and many episodes are being edited now. In this episode, we discuss the role of Native Culture and Cultural Appropriation in the BSA with Scouter Melissa Watts. Melissa Watts is a member of the Yurok tribe and a Scouter with Troop 111 in the Monticello District of the Virginia Headwaters Council. Adam and I sat down wit...

Hey Listeners! Yeah, we screwed up and didn't get our episodes out, but we are recording and publishing again soon. Something you want to know more about, email us vahccampcast@gmail.com. Not sure what to do this summer - join us at Camp Shenandoah for amazing scouting adventures, and if you are lucky join the podcast when we record there live.

I am always amazed by the youth in our council. In this episode of C^mp C^st, Adam sits down with former and future Camp Staff members during OA Spring Fellowship. What you will hear might bring a tear, it will surely make you laugh, and it will remind you that we have THE BEST camp staff! So grab a cup of coffee and come sit by the fire for another episode of C^mp C^st. Have a comment or want to...

Welcome back to Camp Cast, exploring the ever-exciting world of tornados and money! No really, we sit down with Matt Phillippi to talk about one of his favorite campouts and to dig in a little around council finances. By the end of this episode, you will have a new appreciation for our Council Board and their work to make scouting a reality in our region.  Matt is an Eagle Scout, the District...

Fun fact - On June 15th, 1916, Woodrow Wilson signed a bill into law that granted federal incorporation to the Boy Scouts of America and protected the BSA's name and insignia. But the birthday of the BSA is February, and this week on Camp Cast we explore the history of the BSA, the role of the Blue and Gold banquet in the Cub Scouting program, and the importance of milestones in the scouting progr...

There seems to be so much going on in our council - and now they are talking about selling the council office! Sometimes it can be overwhelming and hard to keep up with who is making these decisions.  I got to sit down with Steve Hammond to chat about his role as Council President, the state of the council, and his favorite camping story.  In January of 2023, Steve wrote in the Tributary...

Welcome you back to Camp Cast - the PodCast for Virginia Headwaters Council. We are excited to announce its relaunch near the birthday of the Scouting Movement. You can learn more about Virginia Headwaters Council by visiting our website .

This is a reading of the April edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this month's latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter .

This is a reading of the March edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this month's latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter .

This is a reading of the February edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this month's latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter .

This is a reading of the January edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this month's latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter .

This is a reading of the December edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this months latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter .

This is a reading of the November edition of the Virginia Headwaters Council newsletter the Tributary! Please check out this months latest edition of the tributary at www.vahcbsa.org/newsletter . 

This podcast we give you an update on the council. Interviews with Scout Executive Jim Battaglia and Cubmaster Tracey Stakem. Tracey goes into detail on how her pack went online and succeeded. Jim gives you an overview of how the council is responding to the issues at hand. 

Getting to know Monticello's new District Executive, and talking about Winter Camping. 

A look back on 2019 and hoping for a bright a 2020! Is Scouting growing?

A discussion from your council Key-3 about the rebranding of the Council.  

Today we talk about Veterans Day and why it is important to honor those who served. We also wrap up Scouting for Food and move into our Council Calendar.