Special Events

Events that make an impact.

Get ready for fun and purpose! The Laurel Highlands Council brings together the community with events like our annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner and Sporting Clays Classic. Connect, celebrate, and make a real impact on the future of Scouting across Western Pennsylvania, western Maryland, and portions of West Virginia

WHITNEY M. YOUNG JR. SERVICE AWARDS DINNER

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award is a national recognition for those individuals and organizations who provide exceptional service for disadvantaged youth by developing Scouting and other opportunities in challenging urban and rural areas. 

DATE: February 25, 2026
TIME: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel
300 W Station Square Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC

The 31st Annual Sporting Clays Classic at Highlands Sporting Clays will bring together clay shooters and Scouting supporters to have fun and break some clays while contributing to local Scouting programs.

DATE: Friday, June 26, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM Registration and 10:00 AM Shoot
LOCATION: Coal Ridge Sporting Clays
3245 Warwick Road
Weirton, WV 26062

HER TASTE OF SCOUTING

Join Laurel Highlands Council’s Womens Committee for the annual HER Taste of Scouting! This event is led by women in Scouting for all women. Plan to join us this fall for a delightful afternoon along with the chance to establish new lasting connections with other women in our region.

This event is passed; to learn more about next year’s event, please email Lyndsay.Seibel@scouting.org.

Pinewood Derby After Hours Event

Join Laurel Highlands Council for an exciting Pinewood Derby After Hours event! Gather with young professionals for an evening of networking and racing Pinewood Derby cars. Enjoy the thrill of the race, connect with amazing people, and relive the excitement of the Pinewood Derby. Participants must be 18+

This event has passed; make sure to mark your calendar for next year!

HARRY E. MANGLE MEMORIAL DINNER

Scouting makes a strong, positive difference in the lives of youth. Join us for the Harry E. Mangle Memorial Dinner to raise funds to ensure that young people experience the long-term benefits that the Scouting America has to offer. 

The event has passed, but there is still time to support. Click the link below.

EAGLE SCOUT RECOGNITION DINNER

Each year, the Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner brings together the business community, Scout leaders, and Scouting families to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of that year’s Eagle Scout class. It’s a great evening of celebration for everyone who attends and a source of tremendous pride for the Laurel Highlands Council.

DATE:  Tuesday, November 25, 2025
TRADESHOW: 4 PM
DINNER:
6 PM
LOCATION: Acrisure Stadium – UPMC Club