Author: Daniela Werner

Join a global Scouting team for 2027 World Jambo in Poland

Be Part of the Adventure: 2027 World Scout Jamboree The next World Scout Jamboree will be here before you know it—July 27 to August 6, 2027, in Poland—and we’re looking for passionate adult leaders to help make it unforgettable for Scouting America’s youth. With more than 1,000 participants expected from the U.S., we need dedicated […]

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Scouts Doing Amazing Things: August 2025

Scouts Doing Amazing Things is our ongoing celebration of the incredible skills, leadership, and service shown by Scouts across the Occoneechee Council. From acts of bravery to moments of outstanding teamwork, these stories shine a light on Scouts living out the Scout Oath and Law in remarkable ways. Have a story to share? We’d love […]

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Leader Training: Safeguarding Youth Training (formerly YPT) is live

The new Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) went live Friday, May 16. Scouters are encouraged to take the new 90-minute training now, but they will be required to take the training when their current Youth Protection Training expires. The new SYT training is good for one year. To renew, you’ll need to review a 10-15 minute […]

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Scouting America Turns 115: A Legacy of Leadership, Adventure, and Character

This February 8, Scouting America celebrates a milestone — 115 years of shaping young lives through character development, leadership training, and outdoor adventure. This anniversary is especially significant as the organization embraces its new name, Scouting America, reaffirming its commitment to preparing young people for a lifetime of ethical decision-making and service. For over a […]

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Council Calendar Has Moved to Black Pug

All of Occoneechee Council’s events, meetings and other notices now come from our Black Pug calendar As many know by now, Tentaroo is no longer used for event registration at Occoneechee Council. We now run our online calendar out of Black Pug scouting event software. All events are directly linked in Black Pug, where units […]

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Friends of Scouting underway for 2025

Friends of Scouting is the annual fundraising effort of the Occoneechee Council to ensure the necessary funds for quality programming and membership growth.  The plan is designed to give every family, leader, adult volunteer and alumni within the Council the opportunity to learn about Scouting,, our Council and the importance of Friends of Scouting. This year, there […]

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Silver Beaver Class of 2024

Honoring Occoneechee Council’s Newest Silver Beaver Award Recipients Scouting is built on a foundation of service, leadership, and dedication. Each year, the Occoneechee Council has the privilege of recognizing volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to Scouting, their community, and their faith. The Silver Beaver Award is the highest honor a […]

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Giving Tuesday 2024

Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Occoneechee Council Make a difference for Scouts this holiday season https://youtu.be/eKjLRQTcc28?si=wzLFq0UmjLqqL8rK The holiday season is a time of giving, reflection, and gratitude. As the air fills with festive cheer, Giving Tuesday invites us all to pause and make a meaningful impact. Falling on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this global day of […]

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Scout Shop Holiday Giving Tree

Help a Scouting family beginning Nov. 15 All Requests Fulfilled – Thank You for Your Generosity!We are thrilled to share that all seven requests for our Holiday Giving Tree program—covering both uniforms and essential supplies—have been graciously fulfilled! Thanks to your kindness and support, local Scouts will have everything they need this holiday season. We […]

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Scout Shop Holiday Giving Tree

Help a Scouting family beginning Nov. 15 Get ready to make a difference this holiday season! Our Scout Shop is excited to offer the opportunity for our community to support local Scouts who need uniforms and other essential items. This is your chance to lend a hand to those who need it most. Introducing The […]

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