Cherokee Area Council

Preparing tomorrow's leaders today.

Cherokee Area Council, Scouting America


The mission of the Cherokee Area Council, BSA is to prepare young people to make moral and ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
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Hosted by Shawn Whitfield,

 Jared Pickens, and Cubmaster Kyle

A podcast all about scouting in the Tennessee Valley! Join us monthly as we talk to scouting alumni, outdoor experts, youth leaders, and more! Make sure you subscribe today on your favorite podcasting app or use the SoundCloud player below!


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Scouting Programs

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Cherokee Area Council, Scouting America provides programs for young people that build character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.

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Scout Alumni?

Get involved with a local Pack, Troop, Crew, or Post, or volunteer at the District level. 
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Upcoming Event Information

OA Winter Banquet

LIFT Youth Center, Fort Oglethorpe
Jan 10, 2026
 

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University of Scouting

Ringgold UMC

Jan 31, 2026

Registration now OPEN!

NYLT

Skymont

Jul 7-11, 2026

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TBD
2026 

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