The Piedmont Council meets all partnership criteria as a member of the United Way.  This BBB Accredited charity meets all applicable standards for Charity Accountability.
Additional information regarding the BBB certification please see the United Way tab under Support Scouting.  The Piedmont Council's volunteer and professional leadership as well as it's program and fincancial operation is identified throughout this web site.

The Piedmont Council has an annual independent accounting audit as well as renewel of the current year Charter with the National BSA organization. In 2007 the Piedmont Council received an unqualified audit opinion (the highest accounting standard) by the Owensby Accouting firm.
 


 
Piedmont Council CampingCamp Bud Schiele

Camp Bud Schiele

One of the premier Boy Scout camps in the Southern Region, Camp Bud Schiele has a long tradition of serving Scouts from across the Piedmont Council as well as Scouts from as far away as Florida. 

Located in the foothills of Western North Carolina, Camp Bud Schiele serves over 2,000 Scouts per summer and an additional 500 adult leaders.  Centered around a beautiful 31 acre lake, Camp Bud Schiele offers a full program of swimming, boating, target shooting, handicrafts, outdoor skills, climbing, C.O.P.E., high adventure, and a first year camper program. 

Opened in 1982, Camp Bud Schiele has always focused on the area of quality staffing and is committed to a well-trained staff to offer each Scout the best possible Scouting experience.  We are determined that if you attend Camp Bud Schiele, not only will you enjoy one of the finest camps in the Southern Region with quality facilities, but a stronger commitment to the Scouts and the programs that we offer.