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Month: December 2021

App Feed - Famous Scouts

E.O. Wilson, Eagle Scout biologist known as ‘The Ant Man,’ dies at 92

December 31, 2021 1

E.O. Wilson, a Distinguished Eagle Scout and visionary scientist, died on Dec. 26 in Massachusetts. He was 92.

App Feed - For Leaders

Top 21 for 2021: The most-read Bryan on Scouting posts of the year

December 29, 2021 0

Before we step boldly into the new year, let’s look back at the Bryan on Scouting posts that interested you most in 2021.

App Feed - Eagle Scouts

One surprising fact about anyone who earned Eagle before Oct. 1, 1965

December 27, 2021 25

On Oct. 1, 1965, the Eagle rank was forever changed with the addition of a requirement that has become synonymous with the award.

App Feed - For Parents

A printable holiday-themed crossword puzzle

December 25, 2021 0

Looking for some extra fun during the holidays? Try our printable crossword puzzle!

App Feed - Eagle Scouts

Distinguished Eagle Scout says Scouting saved him from an ‘undesirable path’

December 24, 2021 1

In recognition of his professional success and lifelong support of Scouting, Dick Haddrill received the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award.

App Feed

Pack sets up wooden snowmen around city as a festive recruitment tool

December 23, 2021 0

Even at times with no snow on the ground, the town of Holliston, Mass., has snowmen, thanks to Pack 2.

App Feed - Merit Badges

Merit Badge History: Snowboarders carve their name into BSA lore with Snow Sports merit badge

December 22, 2021 0

The badge, which replaced Skiing MB, could be earned in one of three ways: downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowboarding.

App Feed

Two Scouters receive award for service to Scouts with special needs

December 21, 2021 0

For more than four decades, the BSA and the Woods Services Foundation have honored Scouters for their exceptional service for Scouts with special needs.

App Feed - For Leaders

How to make sure your Youth Protection Training is current, print your certificate

December 20, 2021 1

Take a moment, right now, to check your Youth Protection Training status. You’ll save yourself from potential roadblocks down the road.

App Feed - For Parents

Help your kids beat winter boredom

December 18, 2021 0

What should you do when you hear “I’m bored” from your kids during winter break? We talked to two experts to find out.

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