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Holiday cards for heroes: A service project for our service members

October 18, 2019 0

Every year, Scouts and leaders from this council send hand-signed holiday cards to men and women serving in the armed forces.
Here’s a simple way of setting up a dining fly in an open field

October 17, 2019 9

A dining fly is one of the first structures you should put up at camp. But what if you’re in an area away from trees, how do you secure one?
Can you hear me now? It’s time for the Jamboree-on-the-Air, Jamboree-on-the-Internet

October 17, 2019 0

The largest Scouting event in the world is set for this weekend: the Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree-on-the-Internet.

Hiking brought volunteer closer to her son; then the same happened with her daughter

October 16, 2019 3

After forming lasting memories in Scouting with her son, this volunteer is getting to experience it all again with her daughter.
Rechecks of criminal backgrounds explained

October 14, 2019 62

The BSA is committed to youth safety, so before your 2020 annual registration can be processed, you’ve got to review the disclosure documentation and sign a background check authorization.
From literal poster child for the BSA to Eagle Scout: 11 years, countless memories

October 14, 2019 2

Jonathan and his dad, Bruce, were photographed together in 2008 for a BSA recruiting campaign. More than a decade later, Jonathan is now an Eagle Scout.
Man earns Eagle Scout rank at age 39, showing how Scouting opens doors

October 11, 2019 11

David, 39, was given extended time to complete his Eagle Scout journey because of developmental disabilities. But getting extra time never slowed him down.
Here’s how to complete a square lashing in half the time

October 10, 2019 10

Making tight wraps and fraps when tying a square lashing can take some time, but not with this method.
What is the sport of cyclocross, and why is this Eagle Scout so excellent at it?

October 9, 2019 0

Take a look at cyclocross, and you’ll see this fascinating sport has a whole lot in common with the journey to becoming an Eagle Scout.
Help your Scout discover their future by checking out these scholarships, offers

October 8, 2019 0

Your Scouts can apply for expeditions and scholarships on this page; some application deadlines are at the end of this month.

Scoutbook should be your go-to app for your next den meeting

Who can wear the Journey to Excellence patch on their uniform?

Five important words in Eagle Scout rank requirement 5

How new members can request an Eagle Scout extension

Check out the latest official merit badge rankings: 1 to 137

Holiday cards for heroes: A service project for our service members

Here’s a simple way of setting up a dining fly in an open field

Can you hear me now? It’s time for the Jamboree-on-the-Air, Jamboree-on-the-Internet

Scouts compete at Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match

Hiking brought volunteer closer to her son; then the same happened with her daughter

Rechecks of criminal backgrounds explained

From literal poster child for the BSA to Eagle Scout: 11 years, countless memories

Man earns Eagle Scout rank at age 39, showing how Scouting opens doors

Here’s how to complete a square lashing in half the time

What is the sport of cyclocross, and why is this Eagle Scout so excellent at it?

Help your Scout discover their future by checking out these scholarships, offers

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