July 2025 - Aaron On Scouting

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Scouters in Action: They helped the victims of a horrific multicar accident

July 31, 2025 0

Tim and Crystal Mueller, adult volunteers from Troop 2119 in Sharpsburg, Maryland, were on their way to the Shenandoah Area Council’s popcorn sales kickoff event when they witnessed a terrifying multicar accident unfold on the road in front of them.

A screenshot of a Scouting America TV commercial featuring NFL running back David Montgomery

Check these new Scouting America TV spots and social media videos

July 30, 2025 2

Scouting America is proud to reveal two commercials featuring NFL star and official Scouting America spokesperson David Montgomery.

A photo of the 2025 Woods Services Awards recipients

Let’s tip our caps to the latest recipients of the Woods Services Award

July 28, 2025 0

A volunteer from the Sam Houston Area Council and a volunteer from the Heart of America Council have been named by the Scouting America National Special Needs and Disabilities Committee as the 2025 recipients of the Woods Services Award.

Scout jumps into action to save hiker, plus other news in Scouting this week

July 25, 2025 0

Scout jumps into action to save hiker, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Scout’s service project reaches children injured in war.

Meet the 2025 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award

July 24, 2025 1

The National Venturing Leadership Award is given to youth and adults who have gone above and beyond in the Venturing program to make an impact nationally.

Ohio council invests in skilled trade education at camp

July 23, 2025 0

The Dan Beard Council is building a 10,000-square-foot facility at Camp Friedlander in Loveland, Ohio.

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This could be the most important tool for keeping your Scouts BSA unit going strong

July 21, 2025 8

The Scouts BSA Troop Self-Assessment tool functions as a replacement for Journey to Excellence, providing troops with methods to enhance their operations.

Scout’s project helps fire response, plus other news in Scouting this week

July 18, 2025 1

Scout’s project helps fire response, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Trailer theft turns into community triumph and a Scout’s project gives worn flags a proper farewell.

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Is this the best merit badge for new Scouts BSA members?

July 17, 2025 12

Just as it was important to introduce Cub Scouts to camping without frightening them off, it is also important to introduce Scouts BSA members to the merit badge program without making it seem intimidating or unachievable.

A photo of a family camping at Philmont Scout Ranch

Which Scouting America Family Adventure Camp is for you?

July 15, 2025 1

If you asked 10 different families what makes an ideal vacation, there’s a good chance you’d get 10 different answers. For all these families, Scouting America Family Adventure Camp has a vacation for you.