Program Planning for March 2026
Things to Remember This Month:
- March Into Adventure!
- Sign up for IAC Spring Cub Family Campout.
- Sign up for the Scouts BSA Spring Camp-o-ree.
- Clickable March 2026 Program Planning PDF available for sharing with others.
March Council Events
Spring OA Ordeal
March 13-15
Engaging in the OA Ordeal signifies embarking on a transformative weekend-long induction journey, designed exclusively for the newcomers of the Order of the Arrow (OA).
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The Great Cub Scout Treasure Hunt: X Marks the Spot
March 20-22
Calling all Cub Scout families! Get ready for a weekend packed with outdoor adventures, exciting challenges, and treasure quests!
REGISTERUnit Camping
Be sure to check in with your unit for upcoming activities. Avondale Scout Reservation offers a fantastic setting for an unforgettable outdoor adventure!
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Range Master Training
March 7
Certification qualifies you to run a BB Gun/Archery Range for Cubs at District or Council events and Holiday Camps. This training also qualifies you to run an Archery, Tomahawk, and Knife Throwing Range for Boy Scouts and Venturers for day or weekend events/campouts.
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NRA Rifle Instructor Training
March 14-15
16-hour course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Rifle Shooting course.
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Wilderness First Aid
March 21-22
This course prepares you for unexpected medical situations in outdoor settings. This course covers patient assessment, first aid treatments, and evacuation decisions. It’s suitable for all experience levels and meets Scouting America's requirements for high-adventure activities.
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Learning Programs for Leaders
A trained leader is better prepared to make the Scouting program all it can be!
LEARN MORENorthshore Service Area Roundtable
March 12
Monthly program offered by Northshore Service Area that gives leaders hands-on experience and provides a forum for leaders to offer and receive help from their fellow Scouters.
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Northshore District Pinewood Derby
March 14
The Pinewood Derby competition brings Scouts and parents together through the building of wooden cars. The event provides a good, clean form of competition that the whole family can enjoy!
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Capital Service Area Roundtable (Central, Southern, and Western Districts)
March 19
Monthly program offered by Central, Southern and Western District that gives leaders hands-on experience and provides a forum for leaders to offer and receive help from their fellow Scouters.
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Council Program Committee Meeting
March 26
Join us to discuss and decide/plan program initiatives for the entire Council. Let your voice be heard! This is an open event - all leaders are invited.
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Camp Cards: Your Ticket to Adventure!
January-April
Scouts can earn their way to unforgettable day camps, summer camps and high adventure experiences! Units participating in this program will earn 40% commission ($4.00) for each $10 Camp Card they sell.
SIGN UPMarch Planning Items
Launch of the Liberty in Action: 250th Anniversary Challenge on March 2
Scouting America is proud to announce the official launch of the new Liberty in Action: 250th Anniversary Challenge, a special program celebrating the values, service, and civic spirit that define our nation and our Scouts.
Beginning Monday, March 2, Scouts across the country can earn the Liberty in Action 250th Challenge patch by participating in activities that highlight patriotism, community service, responsible citizenship, and an understanding of the principles that shape our democracy. The program empowers Scouts to connect with their communities, learn about the responsibilities of citizenship, and take meaningful action that reflects the ideals of liberty, leadership, and service.
The Liberty in Action 250th Anniversary Challenge gives Scouts a powerful way to deepen their understanding of what it means to contribute to their communities and country. This initiative encourages young people to translate our shared values into actions that make a real difference.
About the Liberty in Action Patch
The Liberty in Action patch can be earned by completing a set of age-appropriate activities such as:
- Participating in a community service project
- Learning about local, state, or national government
- Exploring historical landmarks or events connected to American liberty
- Demonstrating good citizenship within their unit, school, or neighborhood
Councils and units may also organize special events throughout the year to support Scouts pursuing this recognition.
The launch of the Liberty in Action 250th Anniversary Challenge reinforces Scouting America’s commitment to preparing young people for lives of leadership, civic responsibility, and purpose. By engaging Scouts in hands-on learning and service, the program helps cultivate the next generation of informed, active citizens.
Spring Recruiting
Fall isn’t the only time to bring new Scouts into your Unit. Hold spring recruiting events and open houses. Invite newly recruited Scouts to attend Day Camp and other summer events. Spring is a great time to attract new families and get them involved in great summer activities. Discover the page, Recruiting Resources, sourced from the Atlanta Area Council.
Fifth Grade Troop Recruiting – March Into March
A big focus of Troops in recruiting new Scouts is the “crossover” of Fifth Grade Arrow of Light Scouts. That’s one recruiting route, but the new (as of April, 2022) opportunity is any 5th Grader who is 10 years old may join a Scouts BSA Troop on or after March 1 of their 5th Grade year. No Cub Scout experience is required. Sign them up and get them involved in your Troop now so they are ready for summer camp. (Pro Tip: check with your Pack and get their help in contacting 5th Graders who almost joined last fall but dropped for some reason.) Check out the page, Scouts BSA Recruiting, leveraged from the Atlanta Area Council.