District Roundtables

What is Roundtable?

Roundtable is a monthly gathering where unit leaders, parents, and volunteers come together to exchange ideas, receive training, and enhance the quality of their Scouting programs. These meetings provide an excellent opportunity to learn best practices, ask questions, and build a stronger community within the district.

Each Roundtable session includes:

  • Relevant training and updates on Scouting policies and procedures
  • Interactive discussions with fellow leaders on program enhancements
  • Resources and materials to take back to your unit
  • Opportunities to network with other volunteers and district leadership

Whether you're a Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, Committee Member, Den Leader, or a supportive parent, Roundtable is designed to help you provide the best possible experience for your Scouts!

Roundtable Schedule and Locations

Roundtables occur on the first Thursday of each month from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. There are two convenient locations to choose from:

  • The Nature and Adventure Center in Evans, GA
  • First Presbyterian Church in Aiken, SC

Upcoming Roundtable Themes

Each month, Roundtable focuses on key topics to help unit leaders deliver exceptional programs. Below are our upcoming themes:

  • January 8th, 2026: "New Year, New Adventures"
    • Cub Scouts:
      • Planning a fun spring calendar with your dens
      • How to host a memorable Blue & Gold Banquet (OA inclusion and how to promote the importance of a cross over ceremony)
      • Simple New Year crafts and goal-setting activities for Cubs
    • Scouts BSA:
      • Youth-led goal setting and annual planning refresh.
      • Reviewing Climb to Greatness and setting troop goals
      • Kickoff ideas for cold-weather camping and skills nights.
      • How to Welcome AOLS
      • Preparing new scouts for summer camp

 

  • February 5th, 2026: "Strengthening Your Scouting Village" 
    • Cub Scouts: Every Parent has a Role
      • How to identify simple, low-pressure volunteer roles families can step into
      • Building a “1-Hour-a-Month” volunteer menu to make signing up easy
      • Creating a welcoming culture that invites parents to participate
      • How to ask effectively – what to say and how to say it
      • Retaining volunteers through recognition and positive experience
    • Scouts BSA: Shared Leadership Builds Strong Troops
      • Recruiting new Assistant Scoutmasters and Committee Members
      • Engaging crossover parents and introducing them to troop structure
      • Creating a “Shadow a Leader for 30 days” onboarding model
      • Growing young adults (18-24) into meaningful troop roles
      • Strengthening troop committees so Scoutmasters can focus on program

 

  • March 5th, 2026: "Spring Into Service"
    • Cub Scouts:
      • Scout Sunday/Sabbath and family faith tie-ins
      • Ideas for community service projects Cubs can do easily
      • Strengthening parent engagement and den culture
    • Scouts BSA:
      • Recognizing leadership and Scout spirit in your troop
      • Encouraging patrol identity and healthy competition
      • Mid-year check-in on troop morale and service impact

 

  • April 2nd, 2026: "Adventure Awaits!" - NAC ONLY - NO AIKEN
    • Cub Scouts:
      • Preparing families for spring campouts (gear, food, expectations)
      • Campfire skits, songs, and fun outdoor games
      • How to ease new families into camping confidently
    • Scouts BSA Breakout:
      • Teaching advanced outdoor skills and youth-led instruction
      • Summer camp merit badge planning and leadership training
      • Building excitement for upcoming high-adventure or camporees

 

  • May 7th, 2026: "Summer of Scouting" 
    • Cub Scouts:
      • Day camp preview and “what to expect” for parents
      • Adventure camp, Catawba Day Camp
      • Summer activity planning to complete the ‘Summertime Fun’ adventure loop
      • Pack picnics, water days, parades
    • Scouts BSA Breakout:
    • Final summer camp preparations: medical forms, packing, leadership
    • Ideas for youth-led camp traditions
    • Recruiting provisional campers and adult volunteers
    • Team-building

Access Past Roundtable Presentations

Missed last month's Roundtable? No worries! Reach out to the District Commissioner Amber Meador for the slides and other information!

Join us at our next Roundtable and be part of the conversation! Together, we can strengthen our units, inspire our Scouts, and make the Catawba District even stronger!