Mid-South Chapter National Eagle Scout Association

04/02/2026

Last week, we recognized three very impressive adult Eagle Scouts with the National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award (NOESA), and also presented the Chickasaw Council's Outstanding Alumnus Award at the Chickasaw Council's annual Recognition Banquet and Celebration of Eagles event. Robert Dinkelspiel, Smith Murphey and Tom Sullivan, our NOESA recipients, have all made strong contributions to Scouting, their professions and their communities at large, and were very worthy recipients of their awards. Our outstanding Alumnus, David Pickler, has similarly been a pillar of our community, and has contributed so much to Scouting and the Chickasaw Council over many years.

Mid-South NESA also recognized the 2025 outstanding Eagle Scout service projects from the 2025 Eagle class. These projects represented a lot of hard work by these Eagle Scouts and their project teams, and will benefit our communities for many years to come.

It was a great night for Scouting in the Mid-South!

03/19/2026

Last Call: Come join Mid-South NESA next Thursday, March 26, 2026, as we hold our annual Celebration of Eagles event in conjunction with the Chickasaw Council's annual recognition banquet at Memphis University School. We'll be honoring the 2025 Eagle Scout class, the council's 2025 outstanding Eagle Scout service projects and our National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award and Alumni Award recipients. You can sign up using the link below. Come join us for an evening of fun and fellowship! All who come and sign up for Mid-South NESA will receive a special Mid-South NESA council strip. Registrations closes 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, March 25th. Sign up now!
Register Here:

Please join us March 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM on the campus of Memphis University School for our Annual Council Recognition Banquet and Celebration of Eagl

03/07/2026

Mid-South NESA and Ahoalan-Nachpikin #558 had a successful day of service event at Camp Currier this past Saturday, with approximately 25 Eagle Scouts and Arrowmen in attendance. The group focused on camp preparations for the upcoming regional Order of the Arrow Conclave in April. Cleanup of the camp's amphitheater, parking areas and dining hall were a major focus; as was ongoing construction of the new Order of the Arrow lodge building. The team worked hard and made good progress in the camp's preparations.

02/20/2026

Attention all Eagle Scouts and Arrowmen: Mid-South NESA will hold its spring Day of Service event in conjunction with the Ahoalan-Nachpikin #558 chapter of Order of the Arrow 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Camp Currier . At this event, we will prepare the camp for the regional OA Conclave event to be held later this spring. There's no cost to participate, and lunch will be served to all participants. Come join us for a day of fellowship and fun. It's not too late to siign up at the following link:
https://scoutingevent.com/558-110107

We hope to see you there!

Mid-South NESA is working with Ahoalan-Nachpikin Lodge to help prepare Camp Currier for the OA Section Conclave on February 28, 2026. We will mee

01/26/2026

Attention all Eagle Scouts and Arrowmen: Mid-South NESA will hold its spring Day of Service event in conjunction with the Ahoalan-Nachpikin #558 chapter of Order of the Arrow 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Camp Currier . At this event, we will prepare the camp for the regional OA Conclave event to be held later this spring. There's no cost to participate, and lunch will be served to all participants. Come join us for a day of fellowship and fun. Sign up at the following link:

https://scoutingevent.com/558-110107

01/18/2026

Come join Mid-South NESA on March 26, 2026, as we hold our annual Celebration of Eagles event in conjunction with the Chickasaw Council 's annual recognition banquet at Memphis University School. We'll be honoring the 2025 Eagle Scout class, the council's 2025 outstanding Eagle Scout service projects and our National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award and Alumni Award recipients. You can sign up using the link below. Come join us for an evening of fun and fellowship! All who come and sign up for Mid-South NESA will receive a special Mid-South NESA council strip as pictured.

Register Here: https://scoutingevent.com/558-109402

10/22/2025

The Chickasaw Council just dropped its new website, and it's beautiful. Check it out at the link below!

Join Scouting Go Camping Check the Calendar My.Scouting Scoutbook Download Forms Support Scouting Get Training What is Scouting?Discovery is at the heart of Scouting. Whether it’s a campout, derby car race, or hike on the trail, we believe every adventure helps us uncover a little more about ourse...

10/16/2025

Some new merit badges have rolled out for 2025. Very cool!

Scouting America, the organization formerly known as the Boy Scouts, is giving scouts the chance to earn two new merit badges: one in artificial intelligence and another in cybersecurity.

10/13/2025

Mid-South NESA and Order of the Arrow participated in a second day of work on the Zion Hills CME Church Cemetery in Cordova on Saturday, October 11, 2025. We were joined by many other Scouters along with contingents from The University of Memphis and LeMoyne Owen College. This work will provide access for the use of ground-penetrating radar to locate gravesites in this long-neglected cemetery as we work to restore it to its former glory. A special thank you to Action News 5, who covered today's event, and also to the many volunteers who showed up to support this worthy project!

10/13/2025

There's still time to join Mid-South NESA at the Chickasaw Council's Grizzlies Scout Night October 25, 2025. We are planning to hold an Eagle Scout reception before the game and will then enjoy watching the Memphis Grizzlies and Indiana Pacers play at 7:00 p.m.. You can order discounted tickets at the following link:
http://grizzgroups.com/scoutnights
Please let us know if you'll be attending in the comments section below. We hope to see you there!

Check out these promotions!

10/07/2025

Support Scholarships for Eagle Scouts!

The NESA Scholarship Fund plays a crucial role in supporting Eagle Scouts as they pursue higher education or trade school. By making a contribution to the fund, you are making a direct impact on the lives of these exceptional young individuals. Your gift will provide them with the financial support they need to achieve their educational goals and take the next step in their lives.

Eagle Scouts have demonstrated exceptional leadership, perseverance, and dedication throughout their scouting journey. They have worked hard to earn this prestigious rank and have developed valuable skills that will benefit them in their future endeavors. However, the cost of education can be a significant barrier for many Eagle Scouts, and the NESA Scholarship Fund aims to alleviate that burden.

Your contribution to the fund will help provide scholarships to deserving Eagle Scouts, allowing them to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact on the world. By supporting the NESA Scholarship Fund, you are not only investing in the future of these young individuals but also in the betterment of society as a whole.

Every gift, no matter how small, makes a difference. You can make your tax-deductible contribution using the secure form below.