Nevada Area Scouting

10/15/2026

JOTA-JOTI is the world’s largest digital and radio Scout event, promoting friendship and global citizenship. Nevada Area Council will be hosting a FREE, IN-PERSON event THIS SATURDAY, on October 17th, from 9 am to 1 pm in the downstairs conference area.

Come and try out different ways to talk to scouts and scouters from all across the world! https://scoutingevent.com/329-JotaJoti #

10/15/2026

SCOUTS IN THE WILD...
We are excited to highlight the many ways members of the Nevada Area Council stay active beyond Scouting. This series demonstrates how the program fits into a well-rounded lifestyle and shows that Scouts are engaged members of the broader community.

Meet Peyton from Scouts BSA Troop 91! 🐺💙 Peyton is homeschooled and loves staying active, learning new things, and keeping life full of adventure! Peyton is involved in Civil Air Patrol, where he gets to learn valuable skills, take on new challenges, and explore his interest in aviation and service. ✈️ Peyton also practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, keeping him active while building strength, discipline, and confidence. 🥋 And he’s always ready to try something new—he’ll soon be hitting the court for basketball 🏀 and stepping onto the mat for wrestling! 🤼 When he’s not training or learning, you can usually find Peyton skateboarding for fun or riding his motorbike! 🛹🏍️ He’s always looking for his next adventure and definitely knows how to keep life exciting! Peyton is always ready to get out there and have some fun! 💙

If you see any "Scouts in the Wild" and would like to see them featured here, please send the photos (max 4 please) and details to [email protected] for consideration.

10/14/2026

Camporee is coming up VERY soon with Service, Adventure, and Leadership leading the way! 🔍

Join us on Oct. 23-25, in Virginia City as Scouts discover the past and imagine the future during multiple challenges they'll face such as service projects, merit badge exploration, and a city-wide scavenger hunt with specially-formed Camporee patrols working cooperatively. 🔍

Arrow of Light Scouts will complete Range and Target Activities in the morning and then join the city-wide scavenger hunt in the afternoon. 🔍

This will be a memorable event for all!
https://scoutingevent.com/329-Camporee

10/13/2026

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉 We are leading the nation! 🎉

Sincere gratitude goes to Nevada Area Council's dedicated volunteers giving their evenings and weekends, unit leaders creating meaningful experiences, commissioners supporting our units, families believing in the value of Scouting, and staff working tirelessly to help us reach more young people!

Let's finish what we started by focusing on membership retention and continued membership growth. Together, let's finish 2026 strong and make the Nevada Area Council even stronger!

10/13/2026

TRAINING TUESDAY - Fall Scouting Reminders

Cooler weather, colorful leaves, campfires, c***r, pumpkins, and hayrides...Fall is one of the BEST times of the year for Scouting! As units plan fall campouts and activities, it's also a good time for a quick reminder to check the Guide to Safe Scouting.

YES, YOU CAN HAVE A HAYRIDE!
Hayrides are permitted when Scouting America's safety requirements are followed:
✔Everyone riding must be able to hold onto something stationary.
✔No legs hanging over the side.
✔Scouts aren't transported to or from the hayride site on the truck or trailer.
✔After dark, appropriate flashing lights are required.
✔And, of course, good planning matters: inspect the equipment, use a qualified driver, plan a safe route, provide proper supervision, and use the SAFE Checklist. (https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safe/)

ABOUT THOSE PUMPKINS...
🎃Carve them. 🎃Paint them. 🎃Cook them. 🎃Decorate them. 🎃Race them. 🎃🎃Have a pumpkin-themed relay. 🚫Just DON'T LAUNCH THEM!

🚫Pumpkin chunkin' using catapults, trebuchets, air cannons, or similar devices is not permitted in Scouting.

The rules aren't there to take the adventure out of Scouting. They're there to help make sure everyone goes home with a great story about what happened at Scouts— rather than a story about what went wrong. Before your fall activities, take a few minutes to review the current Guide to Safe Scouting:
https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/

Know the rules. Plan the activity. Manage the risks. Then go have some FUN!

10/12/2026

"Scouting America might be the most patriotic organization in the U.S. But we don’t endorse any one political party. You could say that, rather than being pro-left or pro-right, Scouting America is pro-America."

During political events, Scouts may participate in things like the presentation of colors and the Pledge of Allegiance. Once a candidate or party is being endorsed, Scouts and Scouters may not participate in uniform.

10/09/2026

Full Year Printable Program Helps for Traditional Packs

There is now a comprehensive collection of resources to support Cub Scout volunteers. The guide includes detailed instructions for pack meetings, den meetings for every required adventure, and helpful information for committee chairs and members.

Click here to download the guide:https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/se-packet/2026-09-28/pack-program-guide-national.pdf

10/08/2026

SCOUTS IN THE WILD...
We are excited to highlight the many ways members of the Nevada Area Council stay active beyond Scouting. This series demonstrates how the program fits into a well-rounded lifestyle and shows that Scouts are engaged members of the broader community.

Meet Nolan from Elko's Pack 91! 🐺Nolan is homeschooled and is always on the go! He loves staying active and trying new sports. Right now, he’s playing flag football, and his team is off to an awesome 3–1 start! 🏈 When he’s not on the football field, Nolan does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a martial art and combat sport that keeps him challenged and learning new skills. And he’s not slowing down anytime soon—he’ll soon be hitting the court for basketball and stepping onto the mat for wrestling! 🏀🤼 Outside of sports, Nolan loves swimming and hiking, especially exploring the outdoors. His absolute favorite place to be is the San Diego beach, where he can enjoy the water, sunshine, and adventure! 🌊☀️🥾 Nolan is always ready for his next adventure, whether it’s on the field, the mat, the trail, or the beach! 💙

If you see any "Scouts in the Wild" and would like to see them featured here, please send the photos (max 4 please) and details to [email protected] for consideration.

10/07/2026

From Nevada Area Council to World Jamboree in Poland...
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – 14-year-old Piper Murnane has her sights set on Poland as one of 20 scouts selected to represent the United States at the 2027 World Jamboree. Troop 979 is part of...

10/07/2026

Reno Adventure Hike was a huge success on Saturday, October 3rd, with almost 300 participants, 101 staff members, and 20 activity stations.

Many thanks to all staff:
⭐Troops 10, 55, 88, 443, and 7322; Pack 43; and Crew 73

⭐Community organizations - Safari Club International, Wild Sheep Foundation, Sierra Nevada Junior Rodeo, Merlin (barrel racing), Greenbrier Lions Club, PBS Reno Kids Club, Comstock Gold Prospectors, Sierra Nevada Amateur Radio Society, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Marie Gaspari/Rafter 66 Ranch.