March 2024 - Page 2 of 2 - Aaron On Scouting

Removing timber, burning underbrush – is this conservation?

March 12, 2024 4

On the surface, this work might seem counter-productive. Shouldn’t wild places just stay wild?

12 ways leaders, parents, Scouts can plan now for the April 8 eclipse

March 11, 2024 4

Ideas and resources to make the eclipse a day of science, creativity and a whole lot of fun.

Scouts lend local food pantries a helping hand, plus more positive news in Scouting this week

March 8, 2024 0

Scouts lend local food pantries a helping hand, Texoma Scout works to preserve community history, plus more good news in Scouting this week

NYLT Leadership Academy expands its locations for this summer

March 7, 2024 2

The NYLT Leadership Academy will offer four weeks of summertime courses for National Youth Leadership Training graduates.

There’s a Jamboree coming in 2026, and the BSA has selected its chair

March 6, 2024 3

Glenn Ault, a past council president, past region president and recipient of several of Scouting’s top awards, has been named the 2026 National Jamboree Chair. The event will be held on July 22-31, 2026, at The Summit Bechtel Reserve.

20% of today’s astronaut graduating class are Eagle Scouts

March 5, 2024 1

Graduating as a NASA astronaut is a long, challenging process that requires excellent planning, leadership and problem-solving skills. It’s no surprise, then, that it would be the perfect task for an Eagle Scout.

Live like a sailor in Battleship New Jersey’s overnight program

March 4, 2024 5

The battleship’s overnight program offers an opportunity for groups to take a guided tour throughout the “Big J.”

The coolest music festival this summer is at The Summit Bechtel Reserve

March 3, 2024 1

Scheduled for June 14-15, Whizzbangers Ball is designed to give families the opportunity to not only see some great musical artists but also to participate in some of the great activities the Summit has to offer.

Scouts surprise veterans with $10K donation, plus other positive news in Scouting this week

March 1, 2024 2

Eagle Scout provides warm blankets, Scouts host flag retirement for veterans, plus more good news from this week.