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  • [ December 26, 2025 ] Stuffed animals, Pelican Girls and return to camp in the latest Scouting news Inspirational Stories
  • [ December 23, 2025 ] Kick off the new year with this issue of Scout Life magazine App Feed - For Leaders
  • [ December 22, 2025 ] Extreme Makeovers, Round 67: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos App Feed - Eagle Scouts
  • [ December 19, 2025 ] Get Bissett lore and more in this new book App Feed
  • [ December 18, 2025 ] Guest Post: I’m a retired Navy officer. Here’s why Scouting while serving mattered to me. App Feed

Month: February 2022

App Feed - Outdoors

Yellowstone at 150: Let’s explore Scouting’s ties to the first national park

February 28, 2022 1

Through it all, Scouts and Venturers have planned weekend and weeklong trips to Yellowstone, paddling its waters, hiking and snowshoeing its trails, and marveling at its majesty.

App Feed - For Leaders

How to make time for work, life and Scouting

February 26, 2022 0

Where does Scouting fit in your schedule? We asked some highly effective Scouting leaders for their best tips.

A group of Scouts and Venturers at Nuruddin's Eagle project
App Feed - For Leaders

Leave a legacy, be OK with mistakes — and 5 other tips for a life-changing Eagle project

February 25, 2022 1

Nuruddin Abdul-Rashid’s Eagle project has left an impact on his Virginia town, but the journey has made an impact on him, too.

App Feed

Scouts at the Sea Base work to rescue Florida’s coral reefs

February 24, 2022 0

Scouts at the Sea Base have been working on a massive conservation effort in restoring the third largest barrier reef system in the world.

App Feed - For Leaders

Lessons learned from an Eagle Scout court of honor conducted via Zoom

February 23, 2022 0

The only difference between Jacob Finch’s Eagle Scout court of honor and a “typical” one was the venue. His court of honor was held via Zoom.

App Feed - Scouts BSA

Scout teams up with sister, friends to swim 25.1 miles for charity

February 22, 2022 1

When Bali heard about Ocean Fever’s 25.1-mile ocean swim to raise awareness for teen mental health, his background as a Scout made him a natural fit to sign on.

App Feed - Famous Scouts

How many U.S. presidents were involved in Scouting in their youth?

February 21, 2022 4

Of the 12 U.S. presidents who had not yet turned 18 by the time the Boy Scouts of America was founded in 1910, at least six were involved in Scouting in their youth.

App Feed - For Leaders

10 BSA Moments Every Scouter Should Know

February 19, 2022 0

The BSA celebrated its 112th birthday last week, making this the perfect time to refresh your knowledge of BSA history.

App Feed - For Leaders

Scoutmaster conferences: Tips, guidelines and 20 questions to consider asking

February 18, 2022 7

The Scoutmaster conference can serve as both an important check-in and a rare chance to get direct feedback from Scouts.

App Feed

Book your summer vacation at one of the BSA’s Family Adventure Camps

February 17, 2022 0

Where are you going on vacation this summer?

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  • Guest Post: I’m a retired Navy officer. Here’s why Scouting while serving mattered to me.
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