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Month: September 2016

Scouts BSA

Instead of spending it on himself, Scout gives mitzvah money to troop

September 30, 2016 9

He could’ve spent his bar mitzvah money on the typical things that interest 13-year-old boys: videogames and candy. But Jacob Finch isn’t a typical boy.

Scouting Tips

How to plan a troop or camp reunion to celebrate 25, 50 or 100 years

September 29, 2016 3

Celebrate 25, 50 or 100 years with a troop reunion that will promote Scouting in your community and help you reconnect with Scouting alumni.

Scouts BSA

Why hire a Scouting alumnus? Here are just nine of the countless reasons

September 28, 2016 9

They’re natural leaders, have empathy for others and are innovative and resourceful. Those are just a few of the reasons why employers hire former Scouts.

History of Scouting

At Philmont, Baltimore Scouts meet the man who founded their troop

September 27, 2016 7

In 1971, Kevin Dowling started Troop 918 in the Baltimore Area Council. In 2016, he watched current-day members of Troop 918 visit Philmont for a trek.

Cub Scouting

Lion pilot program brings Scouting to kindergartners in nearly 200 councils

September 27, 2016 0

Answering the call of families who want a Scouting program for kindergarten-age boys, the BSA has expanded its Lion pilot program to nearly 200 councils.

Eagle Before & After

Extreme Makeovers, Round 18: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

September 26, 2016 0

This week’s batch of 10 projects includes an elementary school playground, an outdoor stage and a hawk aviary for rehabilitating birds.

Cub Scouting

Why dancer Derek Hough and his dad, Bruce, are big believers in Scouting

September 26, 2016 9

“World of Dance” star Derek Hough and his dad, Bruce, have seen how Scouting can change someone for the better. I spoke with Bruce to learn more.

Camping

This troop ditched the trailer and became an all-backpacking troop

September 23, 2016 23

“Boy Scouts is all about camping, and too many troops have gotten away from this basic part of the Scouting experience,” he says.

Eagle Scout

In new interview, Dr. Robert M. Gates shares thoughts on leadership, Scouting

September 23, 2016 0

In a new interview with Eagles’ Call magazine, Eagle Scout and former defense secretary Dr. Robert M. Gates shares his thoughts on leadership.

Sponsored

Scouts, win big prizes and share your MacGyver-inspired projects

September 22, 2016 5

In celebration of an all-new MacGyver series, Scouts are invited to enter the MacGyver Challenge: Scout Edition Sweepstakes for a chance to win big prizes.

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