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The advantages of hammock camping

June 18, 2022 1

Here are 10 reasons to consider hammock camping, according to Derek Hansen, a lightweight backpacker, Scoutmaster and “hammock enthusiast.”

Eagle Scout candidate refurbishes her father’s project from decades earlier

June 17, 2022 1

Anika Zoeller, an Eagle Scout candidate from Troop 19 in Rockaway, N.J., chose to take on a very personal Eagle Scout project.

As you head into the woods, remember we’re not yet out of the woods with COVID-19

June 16, 2022 10

Although recent virus variants have generally shown less severe, they can still be a serious risk for Scouts and Scouters or their families — especially for those in high-risk groups.

Houston Eagle Scout uses service project to share his love of robotics

June 15, 2022 0

Ashwin Rao loves robotics, and he loves Scouting. So he chose an Eagle Scout project that would give more kids access to robotics.

Enthrall your Cub Scouts with tricks and puzzles from the updated Cub Scout Magic Book

June 14, 2022 0

With the updated Cub Scout Magic Book, you can teach your Cub Scouts many age-appropriate magic tricks in a fun, easy way.

Council’s fundraiser draws NASCAR star

June 13, 2022 0

After taking a hiatus the last two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, the event returned last week in a big way, with NASCAR star Ryan Newman acting as headliner.

Recruit families to your pack using a blend of online and real-world means

June 11, 2022 0

Picture a stack of 174 newspapers, each 85 pages thick. Back in 2007, researcher Martin Hilbert calculated that’s how much information the average person received every single day. And that was before Instagram, Snapchat and an endless stream of hashtags. Is it any wonder potential pack families didn’t see your School Night for Scouting flyer?

Philmont continues to navigate fire safety as season begins as scheduled

June 10, 2022 1

Programs at Philmont Scout Ranch and Philmont Training Center are moving forward this summer as efforts progress to control nearby wildfires.

Scouts spend quality time with their mothers during annual campout

June 9, 2022 1

Many mothers in Troop 29 in North Mankato, Minnesota, usually left the outdoor adventures to the fathers. But the dads and Scouts still wanted to involve the moms, so they created “Mom’s Camp.”

Scouts BSA troop sets shining example of what Scouts do — helping community members in need

June 8, 2022 2

When Adam Grau, Scoutmaster of Troop 007 in Blaine, Minn., went to his senior patrol leader and patrol leaders’ council with the opportunity to conduct a rather daunting service project in exchange for a donation, the Scouts had just one objection: They wouldn’t accept the donation.