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Month: October 2017

Service

Scouts clean a national park’s sticky situation

October 31, 2017 4

California Scouts scraped gum off sidewalks at the Cabrillo National Monument, putting in service hours for a Scout Ranger patch.

Scouting in the News

Submit your questions for my sit-down with the Chief about girls joining Scouting

October 30, 2017 28

Submit your questions for my sit-down interview with the Chief Scout Executive to talk about the BSA’s historic decision to welcome girls into Scouting.

Camping

Media company seeks expert on Scouting, outdoor adventure for new TV show

October 30, 2017 2

A media company is looking for experts in the world of Scouting, outdoor adventure and survival skills to serve as possible talent for a TV show

Sea Scouting

Think your Sea Scout ship is the best? Apply for the National Flagship Award

October 30, 2017 0

Does your Sea Scout ship rule the seas (or rivers or lakes)? Prove it by applying for the annual Sea Scout National Flagship Award.

Famous People

Babe Ruth signed this baseball ‘to Troop 6,’ and now it’s being auctioned for Scouts

October 27, 2017 4

Proceeds will be split between the Babe Ruth ball’s owner and the Westchester-Putnam Council, which serves Scouts in southeastern New York State.

High-Adventure Week

2018-2019 preview: Northern Tier National High Adventure Program

October 26, 2017 4

Here’s how to paddle your way to an experience of a lifetime in Minnesota and Canada at the Northern Tier National High Adventure Program.

Awards

After hearing from volunteers, BSA to allow current Eagle Scouts to receive Eagle Palms retroactively

October 25, 2017 170

The change to Eagle Palms requirements comes in response to passionate feedback from volunteers and was approved by the BSA’s National Executive Board.

High-Adventure Week

2018-2019 preview: Philmont Scout Ranch

October 25, 2017 1

In 2018, 2019 and beyond, you can start your own Philmont Scout Ranch story and unlock life achievements no videogame can ever replicate.

Youth Protection

What you need to know about bullying and the risks for suicide

October 25, 2017 1

Yes, suicide is a very difficult topic to address. But it is real, and we must be aware of the serious issues and potential outcomes.

High-Adventure Week

2018-2019 preview: Florida National High Adventure Sea Base

October 24, 2017 0

Even after Hurricane Irma dealt a punishing blow to the Florida Keys in September, the Florida Sea Base is open for business. 

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