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Month: August 2018

Camping

Could spending time outside help you live longer? A new study has the answer

August 8, 2018 0

A massive study concludes that exposure to the outdoors reduces your risk for Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, premature death and high blood pressure.

Eagle Scout

Eagle Scout attempting to break record with solo flight around the world

August 7, 2018 5

A Louisiana Eagle Scout is trying to soar more than 26,000 miles, flying across 22 countries in about 40 days, in an attempt to break a world record and raise awareness for a summer camp where he volunteers.

Eagle Before & After

Extreme Makeovers, Round 20: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

August 6, 2018 3

This week’s batch of 12 projects includes a sand volleyball court, an agility course for search and rescue dogs, and 3D-printed prosthetic hands for children born without fingers. I’ve also included the first-ever Eagle before-and-after submission from a BSA troop in France. Très bon!

Philmont Scout Ranch

Plan B, for brilliant: 7 stories of displaced Philmont crews that pivoted to alternate adventures

August 2, 2018 77

All across the country, Scouts and Scout leaders who weren’t able to go on their Philmont treks didn’t stay home. They acted quickly to plan other adventures.

Sponsored

Four epic reasons Scouts should be pumped for the new movie ‘Alpha’

August 1, 2018 Comments Off on Four epic reasons Scouts should be pumped for the new movie ‘Alpha’

“An epic tale of adventure in the outdoors.” That describes the trips Scouts are taking all summer, and it’s a fitting tagline for “Alpha,” the new movie from Sony Pictures that’s howling into theaters Aug. 17.

Eagle Scout

NESA Eagle Scout scholarship deadline is Oct. 31, 2018

August 1, 2018 14

NESA Eagle Scout scholarships will be awarded to more than 150 Eagle Scouts based on their academic performance, Scouting background, college plans and financial need.

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