September 2020 - Bryan on Scouting

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

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.”

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

September 25, 2020 2

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Group photo of Webelos Scouts and Eagle Scouts

All 5 members of Webelos den earn Eagle, but each takes away something unique

September 15, 2020 2

After seven years together in Scouting, all five members of a Webelos den from Michigan became Eagle Scouts. Each got there his own way.

Victoria sits on the bench she built for her Eagle project

‘CBS Evening News’ profiles Scout’s quest to join Inaugural Class of Female Eagle Scouts

September 14, 2020 25

We caught up with the Arizona Life Scout to learn how she got on CBS’ radar and what she has enjoyed most about her Scouting journey.