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Month: July 2021

Eagle Scout

Remembering Kent Clayburn, devoted advocate for international Scouting

July 30, 2021 2

Kent Clayburn, whose visionary leadership as the BSA’s international commissioner established valuable connections around the world, has died.

Recruiting

Use this new recruitment kit to help spread the word about Scouting

July 29, 2021 1

You can help families escape the indoors by showing them the benefits and fun found in the Boy Scouts of America.

Eagle Scout

Mike Enzi, Distinguished Eagle Scout and former U.S. senator, dies at 77

July 28, 2021 2

Mike Enzi, a Distinguished Eagle Scout who represented Wyoming for 24 years in the U.S. Senate before retiring in January, died on Monday.

Health and Safety

Boy Scouts of America administers FAA’s safety tests for drones

July 28, 2021 5

For flying drones, you will need to pass a test. The BSA can help you with that.

Eagle Scout

Eagle Scout project still stands after devastating California fire

July 27, 2021 3

The sole surviving structure on the property was an Eagle Scout project.

Camping

5 ways to take better pictures outdoors (No. 5: Attend an incredible photo workshop at Philmont!)

July 26, 2021 0

“Scouting the New Mexico Landscape with Your Camera” features classroom sessions and exciting backcountry photo safaris at Philmont.

Scouting in the News

‘It was my duty to help’: Scout Executive rescues two from fiery crash

July 24, 2021 1

A Texas Scout Executive was on his way to meet some BSA volunteers when he was called into action unexpectedly.

Fun

Top 5 merit badges for fans of the Olympics and future Olympians

July 23, 2021 2

As we unite to cheer on the athletes of Team USA be sure to review the “Top 5 merit badges for fans of the Olympics and future Olympians.”

App Feed

Now all Scouting volunteers can catch the Fall Membership Kickoff event July 27 (no registration required!)

July 23, 2021 1

True to the ever-dedicated spirit of Scouting volunteers, the overwhelming interest in July 27’s Momentum ’21 Fall Membership Kickoff event broke the internet! Well … kind of. This virtual conference is packed with so much

Eagle Scout

Eagle Scout to represent Virginia at American Legion’s Boys Nation

July 22, 2021 4

Eagle Scout Dimitri Owen is one of 100 young men who will represent their home states at the American Legion’s Boys Nation.

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