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Montana volunteer uncovers fascinating history of woman Scouting pioneer

March 30, 2023 0

Beth Groeneveld was one of the founders of the fledgling Boy Scouts of America movement in Butte, Montana, 78 years before women were allowed to be Scoutmasters

Conservation is built into Sea Base Marine STEM Adventure

March 29, 2023 0

The Marine STEM Adventure at Sea Base isn’t just about science, technology, engineering and math. It’s also about conservation.

Meet your 2023 National Duty to God Award recipients

March 27, 2023 0

The National Duty to God Award recognizes adults for their transformational leadership in supporting the spiritual foundation of Scouting.

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Illinois Scouts BSA troop for girls is thriving, plus other good news from this week

March 24, 2023 4

Troop 2119 in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, is going strong … Scout builds furniture from scraps … Cub Scouts meet dogs … and more good news from this week!

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This Saturday, do a Conservation Good Turn by participating in Earth Hour

March 22, 2023 0

As we approach Earth Day, consider participating in Earth Hour, when every person on Earth is asked to turn off the lights in their homes for one hour.

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Ask Us Anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

March 20, 2023 3

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

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Eagle Scout earns rare honor from Nat Geo, plus other good news from this week

March 17, 2023 1

Lee Berger, Eagle Scout and award-winning researcher and paleoanthropologist, has been named a National Geographic Explorer in Residence. It’s a big deal: The title of Explorer in Residence is highly prestigious, and there are only

Zeke, an Eagle Scout, with his mom Gloria

Guiding Scouts who are neurodivergent through their Eagle Scout service project

March 16, 2023 7

The process of achieving the Eagle Scout rank is rigorous for any Scout, but it is designed so that accommodations can be made for Scouts with disabilities or special needs.

Scout camp staffer helps camper with archery at summer camp

The Scout Life Job Board is the best way to find Scout camp jobs

March 15, 2023 0

Summer camp jobs can be some of most rewarding, character-building, team-bonding experiences an older teen can have.

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How this Indiana Scouting leader helps four units thrive at one church

March 14, 2023 0

Scouting has long been an integral part of the youth program at St. Timothy Community Church in Gary, Indiana. It’s believed that the relationship began with Rev. Robert Lowery, who came to the church from