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Month: September 2020

Left: Five of the newest members of the Tannu Lodge in Nevada.
Order of the Arrow

‘Pride in their accomplishment’: Virtual OA induction weekend a success

September 30, 2020 5

In August, embracing the flexibility afforded by the OA’s guidance during COVID-19, the Tannu Lodge held its first virtual induction.

Camping

Camping is not only fun, it’s good for your health

September 29, 2020 0

There are plenty of reasons to go camping. It’s fun; you can learn new skills; you can relax — but it also has health benefits. 

Austin (seated, middle) and his team pose for a photo after sorting books for his Eagle project, in a photo taken in September 2019.
Eagle Scout

A novel Eagle Scout project idea: He collected books to send to inmates

September 28, 2020 1

For his Eagle project, Austin Niec collected books to send to a correctional facility in Nashville. He called it “Books for Inmates.”

Olivia and Bill Jennings
Inspirational Stories

After unspeakable loss, a strong young woman finds strength in Scouting

September 25, 2020 4

As she helped her dad raise a family, Olivia learned what it takes to lead. In sorrow, she found strength. Then she found Scouting.

Eagle Scout

The remarkable story of the Florida Gators Eagle Scout quarterback

September 24, 2020 2

If you go down the list of starting quarterbacks for the top ten college football teams in the country, you’ll find that nine of them took similar paths to get where they are today. They

Michaela with her Medal of Merit
Unsung Heroes

Unsung Hero: She calmly comforted the victim of a motorcycle accident

September 23, 2020 0

In true Scout spirit, Michaela jumped out of her car and ran toward the emergency. She took control of the situation — like she learned to do in Scouts BSA.

App Feed

Cancer, a tornado and a pandemic: Scouts endure along the trail to Eagle

September 22, 2020 0

These Scouts faced many challenges — and they persevered thanks to the bonds formed in Scouting.

Ethan and Michael sit on benches.
Eagle Scout

Father, son complete Eagle projects at same animal shelter 20 years apart

September 21, 2020 0

Two impactful Eagle projects at the same animal shelter 20 years apart. It’s proof that the Scouting commitment to service can be hereditary.

App Feed

Scouting Show and Tell: Longtime leaders

September 17, 2020 2

Do you know a Scouter you’d like to recognize and tell their story? Let us know!

Left: Life Scout Holden Sanderson holds completed face shields. Right: Tenderfoot Mark Chang delivers face shields to a local hospital.
Inspirational Stories

In face shield service project, clear proof that when things are bad, Scouts step up

September 16, 2020 3

Scouts in California led an effort to construct and distribute 3D-printed face shields for first responders and essential workers.

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