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Month: February 2022

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Notice anything about this list of skills Gen Zers wish they were learning in school?

February 16, 2022 6

A new survey identifies subject areas that Gen Zers say they aren’t learning in school — but wish they were. Notice anything about the list?

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Scouts Then and Now: Chapter 24

February 15, 2022 0

Chapter 24 of Scouts Then and Now includes more before-and-after photos that show the transformative power of Scouting. Scouting really does change lives.

App Feed - Scouts BSA

Unsung Heroes: Scout, his Scouter mom rescue kayaker from possible hypothermia

February 14, 2022 4

For his outstanding service that reflects the high ideals of Scouting, Marlin received the certificate of merit from the Sam Houston Area Council.

App Feed - Cub Scouts

The history behind the Pinewood Derby’s success

February 12, 2022 0

What’s the secret to the success of the Pinewood Derby, one of the oldest traditions in Cub Scouts? Find out in this Scouting magazine story from 2013.

App Feed - For Leaders

20% of this company’s employees are Eagle Scouts — but not the CEO who hired them

February 11, 2022 0

“When I’m reviewing resumes and I see ‘Eagle Scout,’ that means something to me,” the Earth Data CEO says. “It helps to tilt the scale.”

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Make your Cub Scout’s Pinewood Derby design shine with these Scout Shop accessories

February 10, 2022 0

If your pack hasn’t held its Pinewood Derby yet, check out the accessories available at the Scout Shop that can help your Cub Scouts bring their design visions to life.

App Feed - Famous Scouts

Congressmen introduce resolution to name Feb. 8, 2022, “Boy Scouts of America Day”

February 9, 2022 2

Glenn Thompson, a Republican from Pennsylvania, and Sanford Bishop, a Democrat from Georgia, introduced a resolution celebrating the BSA’s 112th birthday, and recognizing Feb. 8, 2022, as Boy Scouts of America Day.

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Pack flag travels to Antarctica thanks to Scouter who serves as a military pilot

February 9, 2022 1

Scouting flags have zipped around the moon; been flown atop the world’s tallest peaks, like Everest and Kilimanjaro; and have adorned campsites all over the globe. One pack flag was recently unfurled in Antarctica.

App Feed - For Parents

Celebrate the BSA’s 112th birthday by solving these 12 Scouting-themed Wordles

February 8, 2022 4

It’s the BSA’s birthday, and to celebrate, we’ve created 12 Scouting-themed Wordle puzzles just for you. Happy birthday, BSA!

App Feed - Cub Scouts

Cub Scout creates incredible — and edible! — replica of his favorite Scout camp

February 7, 2022 1

Douglas and his mom created an edible replica of one of his favorite Scouting destinations: Treasure Valley Scout Reservation.

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