February 2020 Archives - Bryan on Scouting

Saluting Joseph Merton, Tuskegee Airmen pilot and barrier-breaking BSA professional

February 21, 2020 0

In honor of Black History Month, let’s remember Joseph Merton, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen and the first black leader of the BSA’s older youth division.

Scouts Then and Now, Chapter 19

February 20, 2020 1

Chapter 19 of Scouts Then and Now includes more before-and-after photos that show the transformative power of Scouting. Scouting really does change lives.

Shannon holds the Summit Award certificate and medal.

While home on leave, Army private receives Summit Award, Venturing’s highest honor

February 19, 2020 3

Shannon Stokes, a private in the U.S. Army stationed at Fort Sam Houston in Texas, received Venturing’s highest honor at a special ceremony in her hometown.

Scouting in the News

Here’s what the BSA’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing means for you

February 18, 2020 56

The national organization has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy (which is also known as a financial restructuring) to achieve two goals.

2019 merit badge rankings: Which were the most (and least) popular?

February 17, 2020 3

Let’s take a deep dive into the complete 2019 merit badge rankings — from the year’s most popular merit badge to its absolute rarest.

Tips for deducting Scouting expenses on your tax return

February 14, 2020 130

Scouters who heeded the Scout Motto last year remembered to track and document their Scouting-related expenses. Here’s how.

Unsung Hero: He saved older brother who sliced himself while cutting watermelon

February 14, 2020 6

This Scout knew just what to do when his older brother accidentally cut himself in his upper right groin while slicing a watermelon.

Cub Scouts learn about grandfather’s career through Adventure requirements

February 13, 2020 0

Instead of visiting a local police station, two Cub Scouts visited their grandfather’s old barracks and learned more about him and his former job.

Scouting in the News

Boy Scouts of America partners with sexual abuse support service to provide support to victims

February 12, 2020 3

Nationwide, one in six men have experienced sexual abuse or assault. The BSA’s partnership with a nonprofit will expand services for them.

Mr Beast with team from the South Florida Council

Behind the scenes of that viral YouTube video starring Mr. Beast at a Scout camp

February 11, 2020 5

Mr. Beast, the popular YouTuber with nearly 30 million subscribers, recently visited Camp Elmore in the South Florida Council. The result was comedy gold.