The Shelby District offers many great Scouting activities throughout the year, so check this page often and get your unit involved today! For the most current schedule of activities, check out the Shelby District Newsletter page at http://shelbydistrict.com/newsletter/ and the official Shelby District calendar.

Roundtable   

A monthly meeting where leaders share resources and swap stories; held the first Thursday of every month at Riverchase United Methodist Church.  The address is 1953 Montgomery Hwy, Birmingham, AL  35244. Roundtable starts at 7pm with the District Commissioner meeting being at 6pm. The Muscogee Chapter of the Coosa Lodge (Order of the Arrow) also holds their monthly meeting at 7pm.

Merit Badge Day 

The Shelby District Merit Badge Day is a one-day event where scouts can work on a variety of merit badges. Registration information coming soon!

BALOO and IOLS Training   

Training event for all Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Leaders.  

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is a one-day course designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders and adults interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. For a Pack to hold a Pack campout, it is required that at least one BALOO-trained adult is present at the campout.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) is required training for Scoutmasters and Asst. Scoutmasters. Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. Along with Scoutmaster Specifics this course is required of all direct contact leaders registered in Boy Scout Troops and Varsity Scout Teams, in order to be considered “trained”.

Camporee   

A weekend where Scouts BSA Troops of Shelby district show off their Scout skills, by competing in events, hosting demonstrations, and enjoying the fellowship of Scouting. Camporee is typically held in the fall. This year’s Camporee is cancelled and all units are encouraged to attend the 2026 GAC Scoutest at American Village in Montevallo on November 13-15, 2026. 

Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) 

Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is the largest Scouting event in the world. It is held annually the third full weekend in October. JOTA uses amateur radio (a.k.a. ham radio) to link Scouts and hams around the world, around the nation, and in your own community. This jamboree requires no travel, other than to a nearby amateur radio operator’s ham shack. You can find out more information by clicking here.

Dutch Oven Competition 

Test your culinary skills against other cast iron chefs in the Shelby District. 

Cub Scout Day Camp 

A week of fun and learning for all Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts. This annual week-long activity is typically held the first full week of June at Oak Mountain State Park.

Pinewood Derby 

The annual district-wide pinewood derby race for Cub Scouts of all ages in the Shelby District.  The Shelby District adheres to the Greater Alabama Council rules for Pinewood Derby. You can find the latest rules at http://shelbydistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2017-GAC-PWD-Rules.pdf. For information about the latest Shelby District Pinewood Derby, go to http://shelbydistrict.com/pinewood-derby/.

Shelby District Adult Leader Recognition Banquet

A district-wide celebration to recognize leaders within the Shelby District and to reflect upon the past year’s accomplishments.  

Scouting for Food

The Greater Alabama Council holds an annual food drive to support local food pantries. The event is typically held in November. Information coming soon.

Shelby Day of Service

Pending.