April 2024 - Aaron On Scouting

This training course is an absolute must for BSA youth

April 29, 2024 6 Comments

The Scouts BSA program is designed to bring out leadership qualities in youth, and Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) is one of the best tools out there to do just that.

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Cub Scouts awarded for cleanup project, plus more great news in Scouting this week

April 26, 2024 0 Comments

BSA Troop celebrates historical landmark, Cub Scouts awarded for cleanup project, Two Scouts make history in Michigan, Teen closes in on Eagle Rank after overcoming doctor’s ruling

Eagle Scout shares why she continues to serve Scouting both at home and abroad

April 24, 2024 3 Comments

As a college student studying biomedical engineering at the University of Missouri, Selby Chipman is plenty busy with her current day-to-day tasks. And still, she makes time for Scouting.

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An update from the BSA’s Youth Protection executive for National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 23, 2024 9 Comments

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, so it seems like the perfect time to talk with the BSA’s Youth Protection executive to get an update on the latest topics related to youth protection, both within and outside of the BSA.

Say hello to this upcoming year’s national Venturing officers

April 22, 2024 0 Comments

Every year, Venturers are selected to serve in the national Venturing officers’ association. With the support of adult volunteers and professionals, these six young people will help shape Venturing’s future.

Scout advocates for increased participation, plus more positive news this week in Scouting

April 19, 2024 0 Comments

Scout advocates for increased participation, Passion for Scouting helps Scout defy the odds

Here are the inaugural recipients of the Hillcourt Silver Medal

April 18, 2024 9 Comments

The “Green Bar Bill” Hillcourt Foundation has established The Hillcourt Silver Medal for distinguished service to the history of Scouting at the national and international levels.

Explore parks, monuments like never before with Nissan and the Chimani app

April 17, 2024 1 Comment

The app makes it simple to search for parks and monuments, national forests and wildlife refuges.

Bear Grylls pens an essential handbook for anyone who is a Scout or wants to be one

April 16, 2024 1 Comment

“It’s a book for anyone who is a Scout, was a Scout or hopes one day to be a Scout,” Grylls says.

Meet the 2024 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award

April 15, 2024 3 Comments

Adventure, leadership, personal growth and service are all critical components of the BSA’s Venturing program. They’re also the perfect words to describe the ideals by which this year’s recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award have chosen to live.