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Month: April 2019

Camping

When do you cancel an event because of weather?

April 16, 2019 40

What conditions give you pause when looking at the forecast?

Scouts BSA

Beach cleanup project takes huge turn when Scouts spot something unexpected

April 15, 2019 2

Everything was going swimmingly until the Scouts rounded a corner about a mile from camp and saw something they’ll never forget.

Sponsored

5 features that make the GoPro HERO7 Black a game-changer for troops and crews

April 12, 2019 Comments Off on 5 features that make the GoPro HERO7 Black a game-changer for troops and crews

With its new HERO7 Black, the first name in first-person video says it has eradicated shaky videos forever. That’s big news for Scouts.

Eagle Scout

About a quarter of this Texas high school’s male graduates are Eagle Scouts

April 12, 2019 2

A dozen seniors from this school’s graduating class are Eagle Scouts. They represent roughly one out of every four boys in the Class of 2019.

Scouting Tips

Bookmark these two essential Scouts BSA resources for new and longtime leaders

April 11, 2019 4

The BSA has refreshed and retooled a pair of online resources for Scouts BSA volunteers. Bookmark them now and check them often.

International Scouting

How to join the BSA contingent at Scouting events in Brazil or Poland in 2020

April 10, 2019 4

In 2020, the BSA will send a contingent of Scouts and adult leaders to international Scouting events in Brazil and Poland.

Camping

Eagle Scout races along the Appalachian Trail

April 9, 2019 5

For many hikers, the 2,189-mile journey along the Appalachian Trail takes almost six months. Not for Eagle Scout Michael Fibich.

Inspirational Stories

Here’s a simple, smart way to remind yourself of the Scout Law at the office

April 8, 2019 17

The values enumerated in the Scout Law stay with you for life. But even the most faithful follower of those 12 points needs a reminder from time to time.

Eagle Before & After

Extreme Makeovers, Round 26: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

April 5, 2019 0

This week’s batch of 18 projects includes a 24-foot bridge over a creek, a tire-climbing tower for rescued dogs and a pair of outdoor sensory stations for students with autism.

Venturing

BSA announces 2019 recipients of National Venturing Leadership Award

April 4, 2019 2

The National Venturing Committee announced the eight Greenshirts who will receive the 2019 National Venturing Leadership Award.

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