Atlanta Area Council

The Order of the Arrow invites Cub Scouts to attend an exciting weekend of advancement and fun at Trailblazer Adventure Camp, October 4-6 at Bert Adams Scout Camp! Enjoy a weekend of new Cub Scout advancement adventures, shooting sports, crafts, and a campfire show! Learn more and register at CampBertAdams.org/Trailblazer

Youth who are interested in registering for NYLT can get a jump start at University of Scouting! ILST is the first course in the series of leadership training offered to Scouts and teaches Scouts with leadership positions about their new roles and how to most effectively reach success! Registration for University of Scouting is open now. Learn more and register at AtlantaBSA.org/University

This year we are proud to have Georgia Natural Gas and Genuine Parts Company as Presenting Sponsors for the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Awards Reception. Thank you for your support of metro-Atlanta Scouting!

The Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Award recognizes those who have been instrumental in the development of Scouting for rural and urban youth who often face challenging barriers. The mission of the reception is to secure community resources in support of the Scouting program and provide experiences that develop self-esteem, character values, life skills, and enhance the lives of young people across our community. Join us on September 12 at the Atlanta Area Council Volunteer Center and learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

Congratulations to Lalith Silva on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Professionally, Lalith is a Research Chemist for the CDC and became a Scout leader when his son joined Cub Scouts in 2006. After crossing over into Troop 15, Lalith became the unit's an Advancement Chair and Life to Eagle advisor, helping several youth attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Since 2017, Lalith has served as the Hightower Trail Advancement Chair and currently serves as the Assistant District Commissioner and a Unit Commissioner. In these roles, he has done a remarkable job supporting units facing challenges in membership and program by engaging parents and training leaders to bolster the units. Thank you Lalith for your service to Scouting and congratulations!

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

Please join us in congratulating Raymond Mesa on his 5-year anniversary with the Atlanta Area Council!

Raymond joined the Atlanta Area Council in 2019 as a District Executive in Pickett's Mill and has since been promoted to Hightower Trail District District Director. Congratulations, Raymond on 5 years and thank you for all the great work you do!

Scouts BSA leaders! You're invited to join the 2024 National Scouts BSA Fall Membership Kickoff this Thursday at 8PM on Zoom!

Pick up a few tips and tricks you can use right now to reach middle-schoolers and older youth that have never been involved in the Scouting program! Register today at https://ow.ly/FEqI50T7wnc

On the heals of a big upset over Florida State this weekend, we're excited to announce a new Scout Day with Georgia Tech 🏈 on Saturday, September 14! Tickets start at $20 and Scouts will get to enjoy several exclusive Scout Day experiences including a Scavenger Hunt, Buzz meet and greet, and halftime patch reveal and recognition! Learn more and get your tickets at buzz.gt/CSD24

Get Rangemaster certified! Training is available Saturday, September 7, from 8am-4pm at the Volunteer Service Center. Registration is free. Learn more and register at www.atlantabsa.org/rangetraining

Registration for our Stranger Things Merit Badge Summit on October 26th at the KSU Marietta Campus is now open! Scouts will have the opportunity to earn some of the more uncommon Merit Badges that Scouting has to offer! Visit AtlantaBSA.org/MeritBadgeSummit to learn more and register.

Congratulations to Randy Hall on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Randy is the President and CEO of Batson-Cook Construction and joined the Atlanta Area Council Board of Directors in 2019. During his time on the Board, Randy has served on the Sporting Clays Committee and has chaired the event since 2021 helping raise over a million dollars in funds for Atlanta area Scouting. Randy also plays a vital role on the Skilled Trades Workshop Committee, looking to connect funders to our new workshop at Woodruff Scout Camp. Thank you Randy for your service to Scouting and congratulations!

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

We are pleased to announce that Kiondre Dunnam will be joining the Atlanta Area Council as a District Executive. Kiondre will be responsible for providing leadership in the areas of service to Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops, and Venturing Crews. His responsibilities include support for our youth recruiting efforts and fundraising including Friends of Scouting, the Trail’s End Popcorn sale and the Camp Card sale.

Kiondre graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Middle Grades Education. He spent six years in the classroom and has spent the past two years in strategic partnership and community engagement for a family business.

Please join us in welcoming Kiondre to the Atlanta Area Council!

Doing Cub Scouts? Parents need to be leaders, co-leaders, assistants and helpers – and to know “how”, parents can participate in Cub Leader training programs. Upcoming live Cub Scout Leader training sessions (which are a great introduction for all parents who want to help) include programs on August 24, August 25, August 31, and several more throughout October. Find more dates at AtlantaBSA.org/Cub-Leader-Training

Cub Scout Parents and Leaders: please attend and/or encourage other leaders and parents to attend, so you can have more trained and knowledgeable parents/leaders in your den and pack.

Please join us in congratulating Mellarie Bolaños on her 2-year anniversary with the Atlanta Area Council! Mellarie rejoined the Atlanta Area Council in 2022 as a Program Specialist.

Mellarie is a native of Louisville, Kentucky and retired from the United States Army after 30 years of service. She began volunteering with her son in Pack 963 in the Southern Crescent District who is now a Scout in Troop 963. Mellarie attributes her love for hiking, camping, and fishing to the Army and Scouting.

Congratulations Mellarie on 2 years and thank you for all the great work you do!

Registration for Training Extravaganza on November 9 at the Volunteer Service Center is open!

Sign up for a FREE day of leadership growth with position-specific training for Cub and Scouts BSA leaders! Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/Training-Extra

Congratulations to Nick Brooks on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Nick currently serves as the Scoutmaster of Troop 1906 in East Point and has been involved in Scouting since becoming a Den Leader for Pack 1030 in 2014. During this time he has shown exceptional dedication to providing underrepresented youth with opportunities to enjoy the Scouting program. This past summer he was one of two adult leaders who guided a crew of Scouts on the Scoutreach-sponsored Sea Base trek. In addition to his service to Scouting, Nick is a strong environmental advocate and supporter of organizations like Chattahoochee River Keepers, Greening Youth, and Black Outside. Thank you Nick for your service to Scouting and congratulations!

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

🎉 New Patch Alert! 🎉
We’re excited to announce a brand-new patch available at our upcoming University of Scouting! Whether you’re honing your skills, learning something new, or stepping up as a leader, University of Scouting has everything for a Scouter to grow! Learn more and register at AtlantaBSA.org/University

Spots are still available for our upcoming Wood Badge Training September 6-8 and October 5-6! Take your leadership skills to the next level with 5-days of fun and hands-on learning at Woodruff Scout Camp! Registration closes August 29th. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WoodBadge

Great work by the Cub Scouts of Pack 1916 in Dallas for showing their Scout spirit in the Shelton Elementary car rider line!

Host a Cub Scout spirit event at your school's carpool line and you could win a free Pinewood Derby for your pack! Take plenty of photos and submit them to [email protected]. Be sure to tell us your pack number, contact person, and the school at which the pictures were taken. The pack in each district demonstrating the best spirit will earn free Pinewood Derby cars!

We are pleased to announce that Anna Kimberly will be joining the Atlanta Area Council as a District Executive. Anna will be responsible for providing leadership in the areas of service to Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops, and Venturing Crews. Her responsibilities include support for our youth recruiting efforts and fundraising including Friends of Scouting, the Trail’s End Popcorn sale, and the Camp Card sale. One of her primary roles will be to lead the cultivation and recruitment of volunteers.

Anna graduated from Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia with a degree in Performing Arts and then went on to earn her Master of Public Administration. She was previously the Outreach Coordinator and Admissions Representative at Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service. She has also been a part of volunteer boards for Hemophilia of Georgia, assisting with advocacy and working with youth at the annual summer camp.

Please join us in welcoming Anna to the Atlanta Area Council!

Congratulations to Brayden of Troop 2700 for earning his Eagle Scout Rank! Brayden is now the fourth Scout from Troop 2700 to earn the rank of Eagle and the 6th Scout to earn the rank from a Program Specialist lead unit!!

Please join us in congratulating Kyndel Cunningham on her 3-year anniversary with the Atlanta Area Council! Kyndel joined the Atlanta Area Council as a Northern Ridge District Executive and now serves as the Southwest Atlanta District Executive.

Kyndel is from Birmingham, Alabama, and a proud alum of the University of Montevallo where she studied Business Management.

Congratulations Kyndel on 3 years and thank you for all the great work you do!

Registration is open for Winter Camp at Bert Adams! Our Winter Camp will introduce unique programs and merit badges that are not available at either of our summer camps like our brand-new overnight caving experience for older youth! Learn more at campbertadams.org/wintercamp

Congratulations to John Embleton on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Professionally, John serves as Managing Director for Rockefeller Capital Management. He has been in service to Scouting for 17 years to both the Phoenix District and Board of Directors. He has held many positions including Cubmaster for Pack 563, Scoutmaster for Troop 379, Merit Badge Counselor, District Chair, Board Member and he currently serves on the Sporting Clays Committee where he has helped raise funds for Scouting over the past 6 years. Thank you John for your service to Scouting and congratulations!

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

Check out the Atlanta Area Council Cub Scout Advancement page, with the Rank by Rank pages that link from it. Learn about all the new Cub Scout adventures available at each rank! The Adventure by Adventure pages include the Adventure Requirements, simple and easy plans, useful videos, and website links that will make you an expert in the eyes of your Scouts! What’s your favorite Adventure? More at AtlantaBSA.org/CubScoutAdvance.

Don't forget to purchase your tickets for our upcoming Scout Day with Atlanta United on October 5th! Visit https://ow.ly/cCzU50SWMtG to grab your tickets!

Our upcoming Merit Badge Summit on October 26th is an opportunity for Scouts to learn the Stranger Things - some of the more uncommon Merit Badges that Scouting has to offer!

Registration opens August 26 at AtlantaBSA.org/MeritBadgeSummit