What is Roundtable?
The BSA’s Roundtable training meeting is a monthly training session that serves multiple purposes. The allusion to Camelot’s round table conjures up images of noble knights assembling to discuss the concerns of the people (Scouts) they serve.
Roundtable is an opportunity for all Scouters to:
- Learn more about upcoming activities.
- Share program and planning ideas.
- Interact with fellow Scouters who share the same enthusiasm for the Scouting program.
When is Roundtable?
Roundtable is the FIRST Thursday of the month at 7:00pm
(No Roundtable in December or July)
Benson Memorial United Methodist Church
4706 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
Roundtable is In-Person Only
(Except January which is Virtual only)
Mark your Calendar and plan to join us for this month’s Roundtable- in-person only (unless otherwise noted via email or newsletters).
Our generic in-person schedule is:
- 6:30pm – Munch & Mingle
- 7:00pm – Opening Ceremony & General Session
- 7:25pm – Breakouts
Check the topics list below and the monthly newsletter for themes and additional details for Roundtable.
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Virtual Roundtable
Starting in August 2025, Roundtable will be in person only except for January and as needed to handle situations with inclement weather or conflicts with our regular meeting location.
The virtual information below is only used during these times.
Join Virtual Roundtable at: https://go.ocscouts.org/NS-Roundtable
(Virtual link updated August 2025)
2025 Roundtable Topics:
| Month | Cubs | Scouts BSA |
|---|---|---|
| January | Bridging Prep (virtual only) | Review of 2024 Cub Scout Program Arrow of Light Updates and How They May Impact Your Program (virtual only) |
| February | Parent Relationships | Unit Commissioner: Who is this Friend to Your Unit? |
| March | Fishing | Troop Committee: Best Practices and Navigating ever-changing Scouting America policies & regulations |
| April | Outdoor Ethics | Food Safety on Campouts: Keeping Everyone Healthy & Happy |
| May | Program Reflection | Teambuilding Low COPE Activities: Fun activities for all with minimal equipment required featuring Allen Hastings, Council COPE & Climbing Director |
| June | Recruiting (Membership Committee, No Breakouts) | Recruiting (Membership Committee, No Breakouts) |
| July | Summer Break | Summer Break |
| August | Scouter Expo (No Breakouts, Science Fair style presentation booths) | Scouter Expo (No Breakouts, Science Fair style presentation booths) |
| September | Scoutbook | Order of the Arrow Overview: How OA can help your unit & program featuring John Bardin, Lodge 104 Advisor |
| October | Party Planning | Venturing Focus featuring Brian Walker |
| November | Cooking | Teaching Knots & Lashings: Hands On Building Challenge for Every Skill Level |
| December | Holiday Thank You Banquet | Holiday Thank You Banquet |
Need something to be added to our presentations or breakouts? Email your request to north-star-roundtable@ocscouts.org. For hot topics, announcements or roundtable time slots please make your request no later than 2 weeks prior to the Roundtable meeting. We get lots of requests and want to allow time for scheduling and authoring to deliver the best program possible.
Past Roundtable Resources
Click the links below for presentations, PDFs, documents, etc. from previous and upcoming Roundtable breakouts
