May 2024 - Page 2 of 3 - Aaron On Scouting

Lifelong friends make community safer with Eagle Scout project, plus other positive news in Scouting this week

May 17, 2024 0

Positive news in Scouting this week includes stories about lifelong friends making the community safer with the Eagle Scout project, a Scout troop visiting and exploring a historic World War II ship, and Cub Scout Pack derby cars placed on display.

Order of the Arrow announces 2024 Distinguished Service Award recipients

May 16, 2024 1

When the number of recipients of a particular award is so small that Scouting America can publish the list in its entirety, you know you’re dealing with a prestigious award.

Michael Manyak, explorer, author and longtime supporter of Scouting, dies at 73

May 15, 2024 3

Michael Manyak, a world-renown expert in backcountry medicine, member of The Explorers Club, former National Eagle Scout Association vice president and Distinguished Eagle Scout, has died.

Can Scouting provide adults guidance on workplace etiquette? This lawyer thinks so

May 14, 2024 3

Stanley P. Jaskiewicz is an attorney for Spector Gadon Rosen Vinci P.C. When he isn’t assisting businesses on a wide range of legal matters, he’s volunteering as the chartered organization representative for Troop 303 and Pack 303 in Upper Gwynedd, Pennsylvania.

Extreme Makeovers, Round 56: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

May 13, 2024 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.

20 quotes from Scouts and volunteers about the Scouting America name change, plus more positive Scouting news this week

May 10, 2024 10

News outlets throughout the country featured quotes from local Scouts and volunteers in their articles about the name change.

Troop delivers roses every Mother’s Day

May 9, 2024 0

Last year, the troop delivered 180 roses, including one to a mother who has received a flower for more than 25 years.

Scouting America names its National Alumnus of the Year for 2024

May 9, 2024 0

The BSA Alumni Association has named Tim Brown of Nicholasville, Kentucky, its 2024 National Alumnus of the Year.

Scouting America recognizes the 2024 recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award, presented for distinguished service to youth

May 8, 2024 1

The 2024 recipients of the BSA’s Silver Buffalo Award come from all across the country and different walks of life. One thing they have in common: Each of them has provided truly noteworthy and extraordinary service to youth.

How Scouting America’s National Annual Meeting will impact volunteers, parents (like you) for the next century

May 7, 2024 0

Hundreds of volunteers gather annually to set the tone for the Scouting year, assess the strengths and opportunities in the organization, and propel the movement forward.