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[ November 20, 2024 ] This is the most commonly requested story from the Scouting magazine archives App Feed - Scouts BSA
[ November 19, 2024 ] How to recruit Cub Scouts the easy way App Feed
[ November 18, 2024 ] Now available at Scout Shop: the MLK Day of Service emblem App Feed - For Leaders
[ November 15, 2024 ] Eagle Scout replaces destroyed veterans monument, plus other inspiring projects from this week Scouting Tips
[ November 13, 2024 ] Scouting America unveils new medals for Distinguished Conservation Service Award App Feed - Outdoors

This is the most commonly requested story from the Scouting magazine archives

November 20, 2024 1

A good story has the power to move you. A great story has the power to continue to make you feel things decades after it was published.
How to recruit Cub Scouts the easy way

November 19, 2024 3

Some Cub Scout leaders create buzz around their packs outside of their typical recruitment events. Intentionally or not, Pack 758 of Carrollton, Texas, did just that this weekend, and I got a front-row seat for the
Now available at Scout Shop: the MLK Day of Service emblem

November 18, 2024 0

Scouting America is proud to announce the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service emblem, designed to commemorate participation in the MLK National Day of Service.

Eagle Scout replaces destroyed veterans monument, plus other inspiring projects from this week

November 15, 2024 0

Eagle Scout project reconstructs Veterans Monument, plus other projects this week in Scouting, including and Eagle Scout’s service project gets rid of electronic waste and a Scout builds a playground for his former school.
Scouting America unveils new medals for Distinguished Conservation Service Award

November 13, 2024 3

The Distinguished Conservation Service Award medal is for youth who Scouting’s highest award for conservation. The Distinguished Conservationist Award medal is for adults with more than 20 years of distinguished service in conservation.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 59: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

November 12, 2024 0

The Extreme Makeovers, Round 59: Before-and-after photos of Eagle Scout projects offer a glimpse into Scouts’ work before and after their transformations.

Fly high or make a splash with AVA Rafting & Zipline’s adventure packages

November 4, 2024 0

You and your Scouts can go on unforgettable, action-packed adventures in Scouting. Some fun-filled activities you can do include zip-lining, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, horseback riding, and climbing – all of which AVA Rafting & Zipline can help you book.

NESA scholarship application season is almost here

November 11, 2024 0

The NESA scholarship application window opens in just a couple of weeks. Here’s everything you need to know before then.
Cub Scouts prep gifts for children in need, plus other news in Scouting this week

November 8, 2024 0

Cub Scouts prep gifts for children in need, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Eagle Scout constructs chimney swift tower for service project, Scout enhances safety at local park with life jacket kiosk and Eagle Scout constructs chimney swift tower for service project.
Council’s weekend beach cleanup events continue to grow

November 7, 2024 0

Scouts enjoy helping their communities – and one council has seen the impact their Scouts are ready to make.

Could the November issue of Scout Life be the best read of your kids’ year?

November 6, 2024 0

For adventure- and toy-loving readers, we think the answer to the question up top is pretty clear. But we suggest you read on to decide for yourself.
Feel like a hero (or an Olympian) when you get this new book from National Geographic Kids

November 5, 2024 0

Dive deeper into the legendary lives of classic Greek heroes and Olympians in a new book from National Geographic Kids, Greeking Out: Heroes and Olympians.
Fly high or make a splash with AVA Rafting & Zipline’s adventure packages

November 4, 2024 0

You and your Scouts can go on unforgettable, action-packed adventures in Scouting. Some fun-filled activities you can do include zip-lining, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, horseback riding, and climbing – all of which AVA Rafting & Zipline can help you book.

Yo-ho-ho! Set sail for adventure in this exciting, info-packed book from National Geographic Kids

September 3, 2024 0

Scouts learn what to do in survival situations, like if they get lost during a hike in the woods or if they’re stranded in a desert. But would they know how to respond if they were captured by 17th century pirates?

Scout creates safe zone for community interactions, plus other news in Scouting this week

November 1, 2024 0

Scout creates safe zone for community interactions, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Scout constructs neighborhood dog park and Scout assembles vanport for service project.
These Scouts were the stars of a film festival-themed camporee

October 31, 2024 1

Camp Agawam was overrun by zombies, ghosts and evil rats. Fortunately, Scouts were in control of the situation.
Why I give: Alabama ophthalmologist sees Scouting as critical for the health of today’s youth

October 30, 2024 0

Heersink gives to Scouting primarily because of the here and now. He believes that today’s youth need the community, the outdoor skills and the time away from digital devices that Scouting can provide.
Lost on a Mountain in Maine is an inspiring true story of wilderness survival

October 28, 2024 6

Lost on a Mountain in Maine is the true story of Donn Fendler, the boy who, in the summer of 1939 at the age of 12, got separated from his hiking partners and became lost on Katahdin with no supplies.
Cub Scout recognized for saving mother’s life, plus other news in Scouting this week

October 25, 2024 0

Cub Scout recognized for saving mother’s life, plus other news in Scouting this week, including and Eagle Scout gives back to unhoused students and Scout earns rare accomplishment.
Scouts Then and Now: Chapter 30

October 24, 2024 1

Chapter 30 of Scouts Then and Now includes more before-and-after photos that show the transformative power of Scouting. Scouting really does change lives.
How four former Scouts made a movie about one of Scouting’s most inspirational stories

October 23, 2024 1

The story of how the Lost on a Mountain in Maine movie came to be is a remarkable tale in its own right. It involves a lot of Scout-like stick–to–itiveness, a little bit of what Cook calls kismet, and a helping hand from one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
This council’s University of Scouting event will offer more than 100 merit badges

October 22, 2024 11

A simple discussion over lunch sparked a big idea – so big that more than 1,000 Scouts and leaders from 16 states will flock to West Lafayette, Ind., this December for it.

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