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The Miami Valley Council Boy Scouts of America, first established in 1918, has a proud heritage of camping and outdoor activities for young men and women in the Miami Valley. The Miami Valley Council has grown so that it now encompasses the five-county region of Montgomery, Darke, Preble, Miami, and Shelby Counties, and serves over 4,200 youth, 150 units, two camps, The Harry F. Schiewetz Leadership Training Center and Council Service Center located in Dayton.

Scouting Motto
Be Prepared.

Our Mission
Our mission is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Our Vision
The Miami Valley Council of the Boy Scouts of America will prepare youth to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.

Scout Oath
On my Honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

Scout Law
A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.

Statement of Diversity and Inclusion
The Miami Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America will dedicate itself to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity where each youth, volunteer, and employee feels a sense of belonging and builds communities where every person feels respected and valued.

We do this by ensuring that all people involved in the Scouting program are treated with respect and understanding, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, religion, physical ability, or political belief.

We seek to create a positive and welcoming environment toward those who have not yet experienced Scouting and whose backgrounds and experiences will enrich our movement and prepare young people to serve as successful members and leader of our nation’s increasingly diverse communities.

Districts

The Miami Valley Council is divided into four well-organized districts focused on the communities they serve across five counties in southwestern Ohio.

Each district is served by a professional staff member, called a District Executive. The District Executive, with the District Chairman and District Commissioner, leads hundreds of adult volunteer leaders in providing a Scouting program to the youth members in the community.

Sunwatch

The Sunwatch District serves Scouting youth, parents, and adult volunteers in the communities of Brookville, Clayton, Dayton, Englewood, Huber Heights, Trotwood, and Vandalia.

District Leadership

Joey Mahler
District Vice Chair
985-703-0283

Vacant
District Commissioner

John King
Senior District Executive
937-356-9242

Two Rivers

The Two Rivers District serves Scouting youth, parents, and adult volunteers in Miami and Shelby Counties.

District Leadership

Bruce Ordway
District Chair
937-266-6472

Ernie Shaw
District Vice Chair
937-726-0909

Jay Scharenberg
District Commissioner
937-638-3727

Amanda Schaedig
Senior District Executive
740-255-1092

Wayne Trace

The Wayne Trace District serves Scouting youth, parents and adult volunteers in Darke and Preble Counties.

District Leadership

Christy Bugher
District Chairman

Vacant
District Commissioner

John King
Senior District Executive
937-356-9242

Wright Brothers

The Wright Brothers District serves Scouting youth, parents, and adult volunteers in the communities of Centerville, East Dayton, Kettering, Miamisburg, Miami Township, Moraine, Oakwood, Riverside, Washington Township and West Carrollton, and Germantown.

District Leadership

John Eckelberry
District Chairman

Bryan Waid
District Vice Chair
937-694-7898

Vacant
Senior District Executive

George Bratz
District Commissioner
937-979-7311

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Board

Miami Valley Council is led by an Executive Board and Committee, comprised of: the Council President, Council Commissioner, Scout Executive, Vice Presidents, Directors, and District Chairs.

2021-2022 CORPORATE OFFICERS

Steve Sherbet
Council President
James Crawford
Council Commissioner
Bill Hibner
Treasurer
Heather Corbin
VP Revenue Development
Richard Kaiser
VP Marketing and Communications
Adam Blanchard
VP Membership
Brendan Greaney
VP Outdoor Adventures
William Althoff
VP Program
Larry Hodapp
Immediate Past President
Jeffrey Schiavone
Scout Executive

2021-2022 executive board

Althoff, William
Blaine, Erik
Blanchard, Adam
Bolton, Doug
Brill, Mike
Bugher, Christy
Corbin, Heather
Crawford, James
Davis, Nathaniel
Eberhart, Greg
Eckelberry, John
Elliot, Wade
Feuer, Mark
Frantz, John
Fulks, Glenna
Greaney, Brendan
Grimes, Ken
Hesser, Karen
Hibner, Bill
Hodapp, Larry
Hubbard, Nicholas
Kaiser, Richard
McCabe, Sean
McMurray, Glen
Moles, Jason
Ordway, Bruce
Perkins, Kirk
Roberts, Leonard
Schaefer, Richard
Sewell, Grant
Sherbet, Steven
Stull, Paul
Volk, Steve
Weikel, Frank

about our programs

The units within the Miami Valley Council provide the ultimate combination for youth development and family connection: proven programs, dedicated, ever-learning leaders and access to quality outdoor educational facilities. Discover the trail that’s right for you and your family.

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Scouting News

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A FAMILY EXPERIENCE EXECUTIVE

The Miami Valley Council, BSA is looking to hire two Family Experience Executives to join
MVC Jamboree Contingent Forming

MVC Jamboree Contingent Forming

Miami Valley Council 2023 National Jamboree Contingent Forming Now! The National Jamboree is back in
Join us for the Eagle Grand Slam!

Join us for the Eagle Grand Slam!

Eagle Class of 2021 We can’t wait to celebrate your achievement! Please save the date
2022 Dayton Dragon Scout Games

2022 Dayton Dragon Scout Games

Break out your tents for a Dayton Dragons Scout Overnight Event! Come as a pack,
Nominations for the Council Executive Board and Upcoming Annual Business Meeting.

Nominations for the Council Executive Board and Upcoming Annual Business Meeting.

The Council Nominating Committee is continuing to seek talent and diversity in our Council's executive
Personnel Update: New Cricket Holler & SLTC Ranger AND Wright Brothers District Executive Vacancy.

Personnel Update: New Cricket Holler & SLTC Ranger AND Wright Brothers District Executive Vacancy.

Jasper Godeke will join our council on April 16 as Ranger for Cricket Holler Scout
‘Eagle In Space’ An Out of This World Experience

‘Eagle In Space’ An Out of This World Experience

'EAGLE IN SPACE'   Youth and Family Meet & Greet with Astronaut Col. Michael E.
New Hours – Scout Shop & Service Center Closed on Wednesdays

New Hours – Scout Shop & Service Center Closed on Wednesdays

To better align the hours of operation of both the Scout Shop and the Service
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