Venturing - Old North State Council

04/13/2026

03/25/2026

Venturing Officers’ Association (VOA) officer applications are due April 1st. This is your chance to shape the program, support crews across the council, and leave a mark that lasts well beyond a single term.

If you’ve ever thought about taking that next step—this is it.

Don’t miss the deadline. Click the link in our bio for the application.

Read more: https://mailchi.mp/cb69a09f34c0/one-week-left-for-officer-applications

01/20/2026

Remember, Venturing Leadership Award nominations are due NLT 11:59 PM on February 1st.

Act Fast!

Do you know a volunteer who consistently goes “above and beyond” to deliver the promise of Scouting? Now is the time to ensure their hard work is recognized. The Old North State Council is currently accepting nominations for our highest council-level honors, but the clock is ticking!

THE DEADLINE FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS IS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 AT 11:59PM.

These prestigious awards will be presented during a night of celebration at the Character in Action Dinner: The Old North State Council’s Annual Recognition Banquet. This year’s gala will be held at the beautiful Grandover Resort on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Nominations are currently being collected for the following awards:

Silver Beaver Award: The highest honor a local Council can bestow upon a volunteer. It recognizes Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within our Council territory.

Torch of Gold Award: A prestigious recognition for adult volunteers who have provided outstanding service to Scouts with disabilities or special needs.

Special Needs Scouting Service Award: Recognizes the dedicated individuals who have worked to make Scouting inclusive and accessible for all youth, regardless of their physical or mental challenges.

Venturing Leadership Award: Presented to Venturers or adult advisors who have made exceptional contributions to the Venturing program and have exemplified the spirit of the Venturing brand at the council-level.

Sea Scout Leadership Award: Honors Sea Scouts or adult leaders who have performed noteworthy service and provided consistent leadership to the Sea Scouting program at the council-level.

Veteran Award: This award recognizes the long-term commitment of our members. If you or a fellow Scouter have reached a milestone of 5, 10, 15, or more years of registered service (in five-year increments), please submit your application to verify your tenure and receive your veteran pin and certificate. Self-nominations are encouraged for the Veteran Award.
Veteran Award Nomination Form

How to Submit

Go to the Adult Awards page of the ONSC website to download the appropriate nomination forms: https://onsc.org/awards-for-adults/

Please email all completed nomination forms and supporting documentation to Bud Harrelson before 11:59pm on February 1st.

Email: [email protected]

12/21/2025

🗻| SUMMIT AWARD ALERT ‼️

The Old North State Council Venturing Officers Association would like to congratulate Wills M. (Pictured third from the right) on completing his Summit award board of review last night and officially earning his summit award.

Wills is from crew 26 in High Point and is currently studying business economics at Purdue University. Wills, we are very proud of you and your dedication to scouting and venturing.

Congratulations!

11/04/2025

Join us on November 20th @ 7:00 PM for our monthly VOA meeting. We will be discussing several topics, including updates to the Ranger Award and the 2026-2027 Venturing Calendar.

We hope to see you there.

10/15/2025

The Old North State Council Venturing Officers Association would like to congratulate Caroline, president of Crew 244 (pictured left), for earning her Eagle Scout rank. Caroline was joined at her board of review by Crew 244 Vice President Anya and Advisor Melody.

Our venturers continue to accomplish great things every day!

09/15/2025

Hello Venturers,

Join us this Thursday @ 7:00 PM for our monthly VOA meeting via Teams. Join at the link below.

09/11/2025

Today we pause to remember those Americans lost during the attacks of September 11th, 2001. May we never forget the innocent lives lost, military members killed, the brave passengers of UA Flight 93 who prevented more bloodshed, and the first responders who saved countless people knowing they probably wouldn’t make it out.

They all left us too soon, so today may we be inspired by their legacy of service and carry it forward into our lives.

08/11/2025

We want YOU to join us on August 21st for our August VOA meeting. All crew officers and advisors may attend either in-person or online. Access our Microsoft Teams meeting by scanning the QR code below.

07/18/2025

The ONSC VOA is pleased to join oalodge70 in congratulating the venturers who were awarded the vigil honor tonight including:

Hunter Spradling (pictured right) - Crew 103
Melody Rose (pictured left) - Crew 244
Lee Oakley (not pictured) - Crew 51
Bradley Johnson (not pictured) - Crew 221

Congratulations ventures on being recognized for your extraordinary service.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from the Old North State Council Venturing Officers Association. We're wishing all of you a joyous and safe holiday!

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day to all of our .

Without all of you, this program wouldn’t be possible. We thank you for the sacrifices that you make to support our venturers and this program.