University of Scouting - West TN Area Council

10/23/2026

🧪⚗️ **Chemistry Merit Badge Is BACK at UT Martin Merit Badge Day 2027!** ⚗️🧪

We’re excited to welcome **Dr. Shelton and the UT Martin SMACS Club** back to UT Martin Merit Badge Day 2027 to teach the Chemistry Merit Badge!

Chemistry is a great opportunity for Scouts to explore the science behind the world around them, discover how things work, and enjoy some hands-on learning. 🧑‍🔬🔬

And the fun isn’t just for Scouts! **Adults enjoy this merit badge, too!** Whether you’re curious about science or just want to learn something new alongside your Scout, this is a class you won’t want to miss.

📅 **Date:** February 20, 2027
📍 **Location:** University of Tennessee at Martin
🎯 **Event:** UT Martin Merit Badge Day 2027

A big thank-you to Dr. Shelton and the UT Martin SMACS Club for continuing to support Scouting and make this event special!

⚗️ **Mark your calendars and get ready to experiment, explore, and discover the exciting world of chemistry!**

10/21/2026

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10/13/2026

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UT Martin Merit Badge Day 2027.

We are currently working on a list of fantastic merit badges for this year's event. Please spread the word among your troops. Merit badges are being taught by subject matter experts in that field.

Dr Nail and his fellow Professors will be back to host us and teach the Engineering Merit Badge.

Dr Scott and the UT Martin School of Meteorolgy will be back to teach the Weather merit badge. Did you know UTM is one of the only places you can go to school for Meteorolgy?

Dr Williams and the UT Martin Geo club are back to teach the Geology merit badge. The water flow demonstration table is always a hit.

Dr Ann Gathers and Mr Andrew Morency are back again for the Mammal Study merit badge.

Dr Jones and her students will be once again offering Animal Science merit badge.

The UTM Wildlife Society will be offering once again the Fish and Wildlife Management Merit badge.

Dr Totten is back this year and will be doing the Landscape Architecture Merit Badge. This merit badge has adults taking notes!!!

Mr Wiggington with Weakley County Emergency Management will be working on Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge.

A new merit badge being offered this year is Wildland Fire Management be taught by Tennessee Department of Agriculture--Forestry Division

Dr Derafshi is coming back with a couple of her students to teach Textiles Merit Badge. Dr Derafshi fashion background puts a unique twist on this merit badge.

UT Martin Merit Badge Day 2027.

09/04/2026

Looking for a handbook or hat? We've got it! 🧢

🎃 $5 Halloween Special on a past Camp Mack Morris T-shirt with your favorite creepy, kooky song lyrics!
~~~Adult sizes only -- Medium thru 3XL~~~

CMM hammocks are now $25 until they're gone!⛺

*More sizes in uniform shirts available now!*

New Store Hours begin NEXT WEEK!!
Monday* - 8:30a-4:30p (*Closed for Labor Day)
Tuesday - 8:30a-430p
Wednesday - 8:30a-4:30p
Thursday - 10:00a-6:00p
Friday - 8:30a-12:30p
Saturday - Closed
Sunday - Closed

Come by and check it out! We also SHIP!

09/02/2026

🕵️‍♂️🐾 Ruh-Roh! Registration is NOW OPEN! 🐾🕵️‍♀️

Join us for Fall Family Camp at Camp Mack Morris as we solve clues, uncover mysteries, and enjoy a weekend of family fun at Mystery Mack, Inc.!

📅 October 16-18 🏕️ Camp Mack Morris 🔥 Campfires, activities, fellowship, and unforgettable memories!

Register here 👉 https://scoutingevent.com/559-MysteryMackInc
Gather your mystery-solving crew and register today before spots disappear faster than Scooby snacks! 🦴💚

08/31/2026

It's Time to Reserve Your Spot for Popcorn Pick-Up! 🍿
~ 2 Days Available! ~ 9/2 & 9/3 ~
Scan the QR Code to Sign-up or Click the Link Below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4FAEAA23A2F5C34-65496685-show

08/06/2026

Join us in person or online to strengthen this recruitment season for your area! Register here: https://scoutingevent.com/559-RecruitmentTraining26

West Tennessee Area Council Leaders: Recruitment Meeting ⚜️

Council leaders, please plan to join us for an upcoming recruitment meeting as we discuss strategies and opportunities to strengthen Scouting across West Tennessee.

📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 In Person: 1995 Hollywood Dr, Jackson, TN 38305
💻 Virtual Option: Zoom available

Register Here: https://scoutingevent.com/559-RecruitmentTraining26
Your participation and input are important as we work together to support membership growth and the future of Scouting in our council. We hope to see you there!

08/03/2026

Don't forget to register for Beaver Day this Saturday! ⛺️
https://scoutingevent.com/559-FallBeaverDay

07/27/2026

Join us tomorrow for a night out with the Scouts!! Early entry & program kickoff is $20 per adult, $10 per youth. Game ticket and field participation during the National Anthem is FREE for all uniformed Scout youth! $5 for each additional guest! SEE YOU THERE!! ⚾️
https://scoutingevent.com/559-RockinKickoff

07/10/2026