Mount Cammerer District

10/13/2026

5. Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event Set for Oct. 14

Residents are invited to safely and responsibly dispose of old or unwanted chemicals, non-alkaline batteries, and battery-powered devices at the City’s Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 3-6 p.m. at Halls Convenience Center located at 3608 Neal Drive.

The event will not accept trash or recycling during the visit. Knoxville, Knox County, and surrounding areas are encouraged to bring their accepted HHW items. This is a free drive-through event. Stay in your car while staff members remove your materials for disposable and share printed information on the resources available.

Visit KnoxvilleTN.gov/HHW (https://us.list-manage.com/aB3d_8Qztdf?e=f0f03c03a6&c2id=fb77d70d36efb6744f361f33816f71c1) for more information, a list of accepted items, and the location of the permanent facility. No latex paint is allowed (oil-based only).

Knoxville Household Hazardous Waste Facility provides free drop-off and safe disposal for residents, plus mobile collection events.

10/13/2026

Nobody ever remembers their best weekend watching tv!

10/10/2026

Commissioner Corner
October 2026

Leading from the Front, Leading from Within

One of the most unique aspects of Scouting America is that it is designed to be youth-led. While caring adults provide guidance and encouragement, real leadership happens when Scouts step forward to lead their peers. Whether serving as a Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, Den Chief, or Crew President, young people in Scouting learn leadership by doing.

Leadership is not developed overnight. It grows through experience as Scouts plan activities, lead meetings, solve problems, and work together toward common goals. Along the way, they build confidence, learn responsibility, and discover that leadership is less about giving orders and more about serving others.

Strong youth leadership benefits everyone:

Scouts gain confidence and responsibility.

Patrols become more engaged and effective.

Units deliver stronger programs.

Older Scouts develop mentoring skills.

Future community, business, and civic leaders are shaped.

For adult leaders, it can sometimes be tempting to step in when things do not go as planned. Yet one of the greatest gifts we can give our Scouts is the opportunity to lead, learn, and grow through experience. Our role is not to do the job for them, but to coach, encourage, and help them succeed.

The Mt. Cammerer District has a proud tradition of developing young leaders. Today's Patrol Leaders, Den Chiefs, and Crew Officers are tomorrow's teachers, business owners, first responders, military leaders, pastors, and community servants.

By giving them opportunities to lead today, we help prepare them for the opportunities and responsibilities of tomorrow.

Leadership is more than a position. It is a journey of growth, service, and character. Let's continue to empower our Scouts to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose. ⚜️

Phillip Graves
District Commissioner
COR & Asst. Scoutmaster Troop 506
Mt. Cammerer District, GSMC
(865) 680-9103
[email protected]

10/09/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: FALL FAMILY CAMP WEEKEND #1 CANCELED

Dear Scouting Families,

After closely monitoring the weather forecast for our area, the Great Smoky Mountain Council has made the difficult decision to
cancel Fall Family Camp Weekend #1, scheduled for October 9–11, 2026, at Camp Buck Toms, due to the threat of severe
inclement weather.

Our goal is to provide a fun, meaningful, accessible, and enjoyable camping experience for our Cub Scouts, families, and volunteers.
Unfortunately, based on the projected weather conditions, we do not believe we can deliver the experience everyone deserves while
prioritizing the safety and well-being of our participants.

We understand that many families and units have been looking forward to this weekend, and we sincerely regret the disappointment
and inconvenience this decision may cause. This decision was not made lightly, but the safety of our Scouts, families, volunteers,
and staff must come first.

What happens next? Contact Natasha Leahey, 865-566-0645, [email protected] or
Anthony Ingram, 865-455-5268, [email protected] to transfer your registration to
Fall Family Camp Weekend #2, October 23-25, or to request a refund.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support of Scouting.
We appreciate your flexibility and look forward to welcoming you to Camp Buck Toms
for a future camping experience!

Great Smoky Mountain Council
Scouting America

10/07/2026

https://onscouting.org/2026/10/07/its-national-fire-prevention-week-these-tips-will-keep-scouts-and-scouters-safe-year-round/?utm_source=On+Scouting&utm_campaign=76a57458f1-AOS_RSS_NEWSLETTER&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d5c9b37448-76a57458f1-22413201

Preparation and smart decisions can prevent fires, whether on a camping trip or in your home.

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

This may be a good opportunity to serve the community and recruit new youth. We also do have free bookmarks that you can giveaway.

09/30/2026

TRUTH!!