October 2025 - Aaron On Scouting

Scouting insights from Dave Alexander, plus other news this week

October 31, 2025 0

Scouting insights from Dave Alexander, plus other news this week, including Mobile adoption center brings animals closer to families and A simple project with a lasting impact at Mountain Lake.

Feast on the cornucopia of awesomeness in the November issue of Scout Life magazine

October 30, 2025 0

Check out a rapid-fire roundup of our favorite features from the new issue (but honestly, this is just a sample of all the goodness behind the cover). Let’s go!

Meet the 2025 recipients of the Hillcourt Silver Medal

October 29, 2025 2

The “Green Bar Bill” Hillcourt Foundation created the Hillcourt Silver Medal to honor those who have dedicated a significant amount of time to preserving Scouting’s long and illustrious history.

This New Hampshire council camp has gone to the cows

October 28, 2025 0

For the past three years, T.L. Storer Scout Reservation, a Spirit of Adventure Council camp, has invited more than Scouts to its property.

A photo of the Rivers triplets, Eagle Scouts and competitive alpine skiers

Eagle Scout triplets set their sights on the 2026 Winter Olympics

October 27, 2025 2

The Rivers triplets of Long Island, N.Y. — Helaina, Henniyah and Henri IV — are hoping to make it to the 2026 Winter Olympics as alpine skiers.

A photo of Scouts picking up trash near the ocean

The numbers are in: Scouting for Clean Waterways is making an impact

October 24, 2025 0

More than 130,000 pounds of plastic and other trash have been removed from the environment since the launch of Scouting for Clean Waterways earlier this year.

Scouting America reaffirms commitment to safeguarding youth at SAFE Scouting Summit

October 23, 2025 0

Scouting America believes that safety is a value that must be taught and reinforced at every opportunity. That mantra was on full display at the SAFE Scouting Summit, held last month at Philmont Scout Ranch.

Extreme Makeovers, Round 66: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

October 22, 2025 0

This is the 66th entry in our occasional series showcasing before-and-after photos of Eagle Scout projects. The latest batch of five projects — from five different states — includes installing protective screens, creating memorial gardens and improving trail safety.

high-five at the climbing wall - Scouts BSA photo 2024

Add to our list of big and small ways to say thanks to Scouting volunteers

October 21, 2025 2

Recognition comes in two forms, formal and informal. Both can be powerful, and both help Scouting’s adult leaders feel valued.

Sea Scouts sail to glory, plus other news in Scouting this week

October 17, 2025 0

Sea Scouts sail to glory, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Scout’s pantry project supports local needs and Scout brings color to community.