Atlanta Area Council

Congratulations to Judge Phillip Jackson on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Judge Jackson serves on the Fulton County Juvenile Court bench, bringing to the role a distinguished legal background that includes degrees from the University of Georgia and Georgia State University, and admission to both the Georgia and District of Columbia Bar Associations.He first joined Scouting as a Cub Scout and later returned to the program when his nephew began his own Scouting journey. Since 2009, he has served in numerous leadership roles, including Assistant Scoutmaster, Unit Commissioner, District Commissioner for the Southern Crescent District, and Merit Badge Counselor. Even as his roles evolved, he has remained deeply involved through mentoring Scouts and participating in Eagle Scout boards of review. Judge Jackson’s enduring commitment to Scouting reflects his dedication to guiding youth with integrity, perseverance, and service to the community.

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on November 13 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at ScoutingATL.org/WMY

Spots are still available for our Winter NYLT at Bert Adams, December 26-32, 2025! Register your Scout for this six-day advanced training course and see them grow! Learn more at ScoutingATL.org/NYLT

Cub Family STEM Day returns in February and registration opens this Saturday, November 1st! Get ready to build, blast, mix, and zoom through a day packed with mind-blowing science and high-energy fun. Learn more at campbertadams.org/CubSTEMDay

Pack 1558, a Program Specialist-led unit from Southwest Atlanta, enjoyed their very first Spooky-Ree this past weekend!

Winterfest returns February 6-8, 2026 and is open to all Scouts and Venturers ages 14 and up! Don't miss out on this AWESOME event that pulls scouts from all over the Southeast and even further! Participate in competitions, aquatic and STEM events, shooting sports, climbing, sports tournaments and more! Many events are related to various career fields such as Fire Service, Law Enforcement, and EMS. For more info, visit bsawinterfest.org

The Silver Beaver is the highest and most prestigious honor awarded to a volunteer by a local council. Nominate a dedicated Scouter who has made an impact on the lives of youth through service given at the council level today!

Nominations can be made up until December 21 on our website at ScoutingATL.org/SilverBeaverNom

Early Bird registration for the 2026 National Jamboree ends next week on November 3rd! Secure your deposit today before prices increase. Learn more at scoutingatl.org/jamboree

Congratulations to Christine Olateru on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Christine is a dedicated professional and community leader whose career spans retail, marketing, and real estate. She currently serves as a Specialist in the Data Utilization Department for Fulton County Schools, supporting strategy and technology initiatives. A proud University of Georgia graduate and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Christine has been an active Scouting volunteer since her twin sons began their journey as Cub Scouts - both ultimately earning the rank of Eagle on her birthday. She has served as Den Leader, Pack Committee Chair, Merit Badge Counselor, and now chairs the Southwest Atlanta District Advancement Committee. Christine’s lifelong commitment to youth development and service continues to inspire others in Scouting and beyond.

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on November 13 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at ScoutingATL.org/WMY

📢 Registration for University of Scouting closes this Wednesday at 5pm!

University of Scout is not just for adult leaders! Scouts BSA youth ages 11-17 can register for multiple courses, including Den Chief Training! Your Scout can learn all the skills and tools to be an excellent Den Chief and strengthen the relationship between Troop and Pack!

Learn more and register by visiting scoutingatl.org/university

Congratulations to Jennifer Prater on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award!

Jennifer has devoted more than 12 years to Scouting, serving in leadership roles across unit, district, and council levels. A Registered Nurse and Critical Care educator, she first got involved as a Cub Scout leader before taking on key positions including District Camping Chair and current Program Vice Chair. At the council level, Jen has served as Health Officer since 2019, chaired major Cub Family Camping events, and currently directs the Health Lodge at Woodruff Scout Camp. Her extensive involvement includes leadership roles with Day Camp, NYLT, and Wood Badge. A proud mom of two and a March of Dimes Nurse of the Year nominee, Jen is deeply committed to youth development, health, and safety in Scouting.

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on November 13 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at ScoutingATL.org/WMY