Aaron on Scouting

Former NESA World Explorer shares how the program shaped his life

December 6, 2023 0

Gumina is an accomplished wilderness guide, leading treks through the Sierra Nevada, Death Valley and White Mountains.
Five things to think about when asking Scouts to camp in the cold

December 5, 2023 1

Whether your Scouts are veteran winter campers or newcomers to this whole spending-the-night-outside thing, here are five things to think about before sending them out into the cold this winter.
Maryland Scouts nail opportunity to promote Scouting during local PBS show

December 4, 2023 0

Given the chance to go on local television and promote the work their troop does for their community, a handful of Scouts from Troop 255 in Chevy Chase, Maryland, came through big time.

Georgia Scouts pay tribute to Rosalynn Carter, and more inspiring news from the week

December 1, 2023 0

Local Scouts show support for the Carter family, a Scouting for Food success story, and other inspiring news from the week.
Bookmark these four resources to keep up with the Cub Scout program updates

November 30, 2023 0

The BSA is at the very start of what will be a monthslong rollout of information about the latest Cub Scout program updates. In order to make sure you’re getting only the most accurate information, here are four resources for you to keep your eyes on.
National Sea Scouts boatswain promotes program

November 28, 2023 2

Halfway through his term as the top youth member of Sea Scouting, Evan Nazareth and the team of national quarterdeck officers have been working hard to encourage others to join in the fun.

Let’s tip our caps to Chief Scout Executive Roger Mosby as he retires

November 27, 2023 3

Before he left his office at the BSA National Council headquarters in Irving, Texas, Mosby was kind enough to sit down with me one last time and reflect on his time as Chief Scout Executive.
Sixty years ago and today, Scouting strengthens youth’s lives, Indian Scout says

November 21, 2023 0

“Scouting is a wonderful thing for young people — good values; you learn a lot of things to become independent and be successful in life,” Surendra Singhvi says.
Look for the Scout connection in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade

November 20, 2023 1

Beagle Scout Snoopy will be one of the floats in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Resting on the brim of his Scout hat will be none other than Woodstock.
A roundup of Veterans Day good deeds, plus other inspiring stories from the week

November 17, 2023 0

Scouts have recognized Veterans Day for more than 100 years, and that tradition continued last weekend. In Cordele, Georgia, Scouts presented the colors to kick off a ceremony at the Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park.
Three things we learned from the Cub Scout program update announced on #CubChatLive

November 16, 2023 3

Last Friday’s #CubChatLive made history! We hosted more viewers than ever as National Cub Scout Committee Chair Audrey Oakes showcased how the program is becoming more fun, simpler and easier. This Cub Scout program update
Expert tips for writing a successful scholarship essay

November 15, 2023 0

As your Scout eyes higher education, he or she will likely want some help figuring out how to finance their future endeavors.
Scouts assist community with post-election cleanup, plus more good news from this week

November 10, 2023 0

Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA members from Wapakoneta, Ohio, made life a little bit easy for local officials at their election, plus more good news from this week.
Tune into this Friday’s #CubChatLive for the official announcement of Cub Scout program updates

November 9, 2023 0

There’s a big announcement coming out of the BSA this week, and there’s only one place you can get it. You can watch the show on the official Cub Scouts Facebook page or on the Scouting magazine YouTube channel.
Let’s discuss the BSA’s rule on registering all adults who participate in overnight activities

November 8, 2023 60

Earlier this fall, the BSA issued a new rule regarding adults who spend the night at official BSA events. Let’s dive in with some of the most commonly asked questions I’ve heard since this rule went into effect.
All aboard for an overnight adventure at Patriots Point

November 7, 2023 4

Not only can you and your Scouts visit the “Fighting Lady” and learn about her service, but you can also live like sailors for a weekend in the “Operation Overnight” experience.
Five things you need to know about Roger Krone, the BSA’s incoming President and CEO

November 6, 2023 6

The BSA has a new President and CEO. Roger Krone joins two volunteers, National Chair Brad Tilden and National Commissioner Scott Sorrels, on the BSA’s Key 3 national leadership team.
Scouts BSA members combine efforts to honor fallen K-9s and more inspiring news from this week

November 3, 2023 1

Honoring police dogs, a council’s century of service, plus more inspiring news from this week.
Register now for our webinar on the high-adventure opportunities for 2025

November 2, 2023 4

Join us Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. Central time for our high-adventure base live webinar, during which we’ll help you choose your next adventure.
You might be surprised to learn where this troop showed up to recruit

November 1, 2023 2

I hear a lot about Scout units across the country taking advantage of community events to promote their programs. But I was a little bit surprised when I heard from Troop 1452 in Cincinnati.

Here are five things to know about working with Scouts with ADHD

Let’s discuss the BSA’s rule on registering all adults who participate in overnight activities

Bookmark these four resources to keep up with the Cub Scout program updates

Five things you need to know about Roger Krone, the BSA’s incoming President and CEO

2022 merit badge rankings: A new chart-topper emerges

Former NESA World Explorer shares how the program shaped his life

Five things to think about when asking Scouts to camp in the cold

Maryland Scouts nail opportunity to promote Scouting during local PBS show

All aboard for an overnight adventure at Patriots Point

Georgia Scouts pay tribute to Rosalynn Carter, and more inspiring news from the week

Bookmark these four resources to keep up with the Cub Scout program updates

National Sea Scouts boatswain promotes program

Find your next outdoor adventure in Harrison County, Indiana

Let’s tip our caps to Chief Scout Executive Roger Mosby as he retires

Sixty years ago and today, Scouting strengthens youth’s lives, Indian Scout says

Look for the Scout connection in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade

A roundup of Veterans Day good deeds, plus other inspiring stories from the week

Three things we learned from the Cub Scout program update announced on #CubChatLive

Expert tips for writing a successful scholarship essay

Scouts assist community with post-election cleanup, plus more good news from this week

Tune into this Friday’s #CubChatLive for the official announcement of Cub Scout program updates

Let’s discuss the BSA’s rule on registering all adults who participate in overnight activities

All aboard for an overnight adventure at Patriots Point

Five things you need to know about Roger Krone, the BSA’s incoming President and CEO

Scouts BSA members combine efforts to honor fallen K-9s and more inspiring news from this week

Register now for our webinar on the high-adventure opportunities for 2025

You might be surprised to learn where this troop showed up to recruit

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