July 2010 - Page 4 of 4 - Aaron On Scouting

Scouting magazine snags awards for design, writing, redesign

July 9, 2010 0

When we debuted a completely redesigned Scouting magazine last summer, we wanted readers to notice the easier-to-use design and more accessible content. A year later, we're happy to learn that readers weren't the only ones

Win a free patch if you can Name That Council (July 9, 2010)

July 9, 2010 0

Our Name That Council challenge is becoming more popular each week. Something about adding the incentive of a free patch has really made it take off. Who would have guessed that Scouters love free patches?

Meet the “Double Eagles” of Abilene, Texas

July 8, 2010 4

Winning a state football championship, especially in Texas, makes you a local legend. Earning the Eagle Scout Award puts you among Scouting’s elite. Doing either is impressive. Doing both is unbelievable. But that’s exactly the feat accomplished by

260 boys receive Eagle Scout Award in largest-ever court of honor

July 7, 2010 2

An Eagle Scout Court of Honor last weekend was so big that it took an entire football stadium to hold it. The court of honor was a big part of Utah’s annual Stadium of Fire,

Detailed 2010 National Scout Jamboree menus released

July 6, 2010 1

Jamboree leaders and parents sending their boys to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree can now view daily, meal-by-meal menus online. The BSA jamboree Web site also lists prices for the jamboree's many retail food outlets

Name That Council winner: July 2, 1010

July 6, 2010 0

Friday's challenge was perfect for the Fourth of July weekend. From the red, white, and blue colors to the iconic eagle, this patch screams patriotism. But were you able to Name That Council? Because the

Win a free patch if you can Name That Council (July 2, 2010)

July 2, 2010 0

Here's a shoulder patch shape you don't see often. The unique design of this patch complements the striking eagle that takes up most of the patch's real estate. It's up to you to Name That

Don’t be in the dark about “A Shining Light Across America”

July 1, 2010 1

Local units, districts, and councils have been celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Scouting all year. But on July 31, it'll be time for everyone in America to come together for one "Shining" moment. Organizers are

Exclusive interview with Alex Lloyd, BSA IndyCar driver

July 1, 2010 2

As driver of the No. 19 Boy Scouts of America IndyCar, Alex Lloyd has a built-in fan base of millions of Scouts, parents, volunteers, and alumni. And when he finished fourth at the May 2010 Indianapolis 500,