December 2023 - Aaron On Scouting

Scouters, troop restore favorite campsite at Pennsylvania council camp

December 28, 2023 3

Since 1981, Troop 117 of Coatesville, Pa., has been going to Camp Horseshoe, a Chester County Council camp, for summer camp. The troop has been helping improve the camp for decades.

Scouts install new flagpole at fire station, plus more inspiring news from the week

December 22, 2023 0

The firefighters of Anderson, Missouri, were already showing their American pride by flying a U.S. flag on their truck. But what they really wanted was a flagpole in front of their station. But they lacked

Scout and leader prepare for the Pinewood Derby

How to prepare for the Pinewood Derby right now

December 20, 2023 0

If your pack holds a race in mid to late winter, now is the time to start shaping this lifelong memory for your Scouts.

Holiday break is a great time to start thinking about this one big thing

December 19, 2023 0

You’re sitting near the fireplace, enjoying a nice, warm cup of hot coco, when suddenly it hits you: “What am I going to do for a job next summer?!?” For everyone out there ages 15—115, it’s not too early to start looking for a job at a BSA camp.

Extreme Makeovers, Round 53: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

December 18, 2023 0

To fully understand the impact Eagle Scout projects have, you need to see to believe. That’s why we ask to see Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos.

Scout nabs exclusive interview with local politician, plus other inspiring news from this week

December 15, 2023 0

Providing internet access to underserved communities, donating popcorn and more inspiring stories from this week.

Send us a video of your favorite outdoors experience for the chance to win two terrific prizes

December 14, 2023 0

The best part of Scouting is the outings, and if you send us a video highlighting your favorite Scout campout, you’ll be entered to win both a GoPro Max and a Klymit Cross Canyon 4P

7 ‘Scout Life’ crafts to keep your Scouts busy this holiday break

December 13, 2023 0

‘Tis the season to get your kids crafting! When holiday break rolls around and temperatures continue to drop, there’s no need for your Scouts to sit around bored. Scout Life’s kid-approved projects are here to

On this week’s #TrekonTuesday: Meet this year’s national Venturing officers

December 11, 2023 1

As Venturing crews across the country are rappelling off cliffs, designing robots and kayaking into the sunset, the national Venturing officers’ association (VOA) is working behind the scenes to provide support for membership, resource sharing and events to make it all happen.

An illustration of a reindeer, snowman and Santa singing holiday songs

Scouts spread holiday cheer, and more inspiring stories from the week

December 8, 2023 1

Scouts gather to sing Christmas carols around their community, plus more inspiring stories from the last week.