Wood Badge for the 21st Century represents the pinnacle of Scout Leader Training. Bringing together leaders from all areas of Scouting, from Cub Scout Den Leaders to Professional Scouters, Wood Badge reflects the best of a century of Scouting experience. Wood Badge also draws upon the most current leadership models used by Corporate America, academic circles, and successful outdoor leadership organizations throughout the country.

Wood Badge leadership training is based on five central themes:

  • Living the Values
  • Bringing the Vision to Life
  • Models for Success
  • Tools of the Trade
  • Leading to Make a Difference
Live the magic of Scout leadership as envisioned by the Founder of the World Scouting Movement, Lord Robert Baden-Powell. The Wood Badge experience is the embodiment of everything that is Scouting - fun, fellowship, sharing, and spirit - and it lasts a lifetime.

Stonewall Jackson Area Council, located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, is proud to host Wood Badge for the 21st Century.

"The most important object in Boy Scout training is to educate, not instruct."
-- Lord Robert Baden-Powell