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Blast off safely with water-bottle rockets at your next unit event

June 8, 2023 0

Combine high-flying rockets with the cool spray of water and you’ve got an exciting way to have some summertime fun.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 49: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

June 7, 2023 0

The latest batch of 10 projects — from nine different states — includes renovating church courtyards, filling backpacks for children and repainting a fighter jet.
This troop has served the same historic site for more than 40 years

June 6, 2023 0

Palace Station, a historic site deep in the woods of the Bradshaw Mountains, has been around a long time. Thanks at least in part to Troop 109 in Phoenix, Arizona, it’ll be around a lot longer.

Meet Darrell White, a 65-year-old brand-new Eagle Scout

June 5, 2023 6

White has been involved in Scouting ever since he joined a Cub Scout pack in Enid, Oklahoma, in the 1960s. Over the years, he moved from city to city, and from state schools to institutions to group homes. Scouting was the one constant through it all.
NFL strength coach receives NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at Americanism Breakfast

June 1, 2023 0

Monty Gibson, strength and conditioning coach for the Cleveland Browns, brought the Americanism Breakfast crowd of Scouters to their feet this morning. But not before he brought his Scouting journey to a new summit as
BSA reinforces commitment to safety during National Annual Meeting’s general session

June 1, 2023 1

“Safety is one of the most important things we do,” said Brad Tilden, the BSA’s brand-new national chair, as he kicked off the general session of the 2023 National Annual Meeting (NAM) this week in Atlanta.

Four volunteers receive 2023 Silver World Award for international service to Scouting

June 1, 2023 0

The Silver World Award is one of the ways the Boy Scouts of America recognizes that the Scouting movement reaches far beyond the BSA itself. The BSA honored the 2023 winners this week at the National Annual Meeting.
Scouters receive 2023 Silver Buffalo, Silver Antelope awards, Scouting’s top national and territorial volunteer honors

June 1, 2023 4

The Silver Buffalo and Silver Antelope recipients were honored at this year’s National Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Ga.
Duty to God Breakfast affirms Scouting’s foundations are strong

May 31, 2023 2

“The BSA’s oath still means something.” United Methodist Church Bishop Robin Dease followed this statement with a recitation of the Scout Oath. When she reached the line, “… I will do my best to do
National Annual Meeting 2023: What it’s all about and how Scouting is moving forward

May 30, 2023 10

Why are hundreds of Scouting’s worldwide volunteers and professionals gathered in Atlanta this week? The excitement brimming from Scouters — some new, and many who haven’t seen each other in person in years — makes
A NESA gift membership is ideal for Eagle Scout graduates

May 30, 2023 1

If you search the internet for “best graduation gifts,” you’ll find ideas ranging from practical to downright exorbitant. After a significant amount of Googling, I couldn’t find anything more useful than the suggestion I got from a coworker: a gift membership to the National Eagle Scout Association.
Scout units prep for Memorial Day, plus other good news from this week

May 26, 2023 1

Memorial Day — a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to our country — has always been a great opportunity for BSA units to serve their communities. In Lewiston, Maine, Scouts
Now is a great time to refocus on aquatics safety

May 25, 2023 2

Different organizations give it different names, but when it come down to it, it’s all about aquatics safety.
Scout troop saves hiker’s life after terrifying fall

May 24, 2023 6

On the one hand, Eric Valentine, an 80-year-old former Scoutmaster, is lucky that a group of Scouts just happened to pass by in their canoes minutes after he fell down a rocky riverbank, seriously injuring
You can help update Learning for Life curriculum

May 23, 2023 0

Applications are being accepted through May 26, and those hired will work on the project over this summer.
Getting to know Brad Tilden, the new BSA National Chair

May 22, 2023 2

As the BSA’s incoming National Chair, Brad Tilden will lead the National Board and provide oversight to the decisions made by the executives at the National Service Center. But the way he sees it, he’s just another volunteer in a movement we all believe in.
Two Scout units celebrate 100th birthdays, plus other good news from this week

May 19, 2023 5

Two Scout units celebrate 100th birthdays, Cub Scout pack come up with interesting service project idea … and more good news from the week.
Two finalists in this prestigious science competition are Eagle Scouts

May 17, 2023 0

Two of the finalists in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, one of the most esteemed science competitions in the country, are Eagle Scouts.
How Scouts with disabilities can have the best summer ever (and how you can help make it happen)

May 16, 2023 1

Working with Scouts who have disabilities or special needs often requires two simple things: support and accommodation. And accommodating Scouts so they can achieve their goals and become stronger citizens? That’s at the heart of
Scout helps mom survive after heart attack, plus other good news from this week

May 12, 2023 0

The only way to even have a remote chance of saving someone who’s having a heart attack is to know the signs of a heart attack. Thank goodness Joy Mace’s son is a member of

Scout troop saves hiker’s life after terrifying fall

Scout mom shares BSA’s Grand Slam award with her family

How to help Scouts who have anxiety about attending summer camp

The Scout Life Job Board is the best way to find Scout camp jobs

Getting to know Brad Tilden, the new BSA National Chair

Blast off safely with water-bottle rockets at your next unit event

Extreme Makeovers, Round 49: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

This troop has served the same historic site for more than 40 years

Eagle Scout helps keep family tradition going on cattle ranch

Meet Darrell White, a 65-year-old brand-new Eagle Scout

NFL strength coach receives NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at Americanism Breakfast

BSA reinforces commitment to safety during National Annual Meeting’s general session

Paleontologist shares why dinosaurs are exciting and how you can inspire your kids

Four volunteers receive 2023 Silver World Award for international service to Scouting

Scouters receive 2023 Silver Buffalo, Silver Antelope awards, Scouting’s top national and territorial volunteer honors

Duty to God Breakfast affirms Scouting’s foundations are strong

National Annual Meeting 2023: What it’s all about and how Scouting is moving forward

A NESA gift membership is ideal for Eagle Scout graduates

Scout units prep for Memorial Day, plus other good news from this week

Now is a great time to refocus on aquatics safety

Scout troop saves hiker’s life after terrifying fall

You can help update Learning for Life curriculum

Getting to know Brad Tilden, the new BSA National Chair

Two Scout units celebrate 100th birthdays, plus other good news from this week

Two finalists in this prestigious science competition are Eagle Scouts

How Scouts with disabilities can have the best summer ever (and how you can help make it happen)

Scout helps mom survive after heart attack, plus other good news from this week

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