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Articles by Aaron Derr

About Aaron Derr
Aaron Derr is the senior editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines, and also a former Cubmaster and Scouts BSA volunteer.
Order of the Arrow

Helping your Scouts become OA members

September 25, 2021 1

For more than 100 years, the Order of the Arrow has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. Unit elections are permitted in Scouts BSA, Venturing and

App Feed - For Parents

Scouting helped these families grow closer

September 18, 2021 0

From New York’s steel towers to the bayous of Louisiana, here are five Scouting families who worked to make their world a better place, and in the process, become stronger together thanks to Scouting.

App Feed - For Leaders

Can BSA youth members discuss Scouting in private digital groups?

September 14, 2021 34

Online communication platforms have been around for decades. Here are a few things to look for when allowing youth to conduct Scouting business in these virtual environments.

App Feed - Eagle Scouts

Remembering a Scouter who died on 9/11

September 11, 2021 0

Among the victims of 9/11 was Shawn E. Bowman Jr., an Eagle Scout and veteran leader who had been active in Scouting for more than two-thirds of his life.

App Feed - Outdoors

Angling for an easy outdoors activity?

September 4, 2021 0

One of the easiest and most effective ways to keep BSA youth members of all ages engaged in the program is to get them outdoors.

Scouting in the News

BSA expands tools to combat abuse with new safety awareness videos

July 21, 2021 3

The BSA has launched a new series of personal safety awareness videos in partnership with the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to ensuring every child’s right to a safe childhood.

Cub Scouting

Just in time for fall recruiting, the 2021-22 Scout Life mini-mag is here!

July 14, 2021 2

The Scout Life mini-mag is your multitool for Cub Scout recruiting. Here’s how to instantly download and print your own.

Cub Scouting

Cub Scout recruiting season is near; #CubChatLive has you covered

July 8, 2021 0

Whether you’re a veteran Cub Scout leader who has this thing down pat, or a newbie with tons of questions, Cub Chat Live is for you.  The BSA’s official weekly Cub Scout-focused Facebook livestream features

Scouting in the News

Catching up with Roger C. Mosby, the BSA’s newest Chief Scout Executive

July 6, 2021 5

It’s been more than 17 months since Roger C. Mosby was named president and CEO of the Boy Scouts of America. Since then, the organization has faced two monumental tests: the ongoing bankruptcy procedures and

Awards

13 Scouters to receive 2021 Silver Buffalo Award, Scouting’s top honor for volunteers

May 31, 2021 7

The Boy Scouts of America could not exist without the tireless effort of volunteers across the country and, in some cases, the world. From weekly den meetings to National Jamborees, the BSA can’t say “thank

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Aaron on Scouting Contributors

Aaron Derr

Aaron Derr is the senior editor of Aaron on Scouting and Scout Life magazine, and also a former Cubmaster and Scouts BSA volunteer.


Michael Freeman

Michael Freeman, an Eagle Scout, is an associate editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines.


Bryan Wendell

Bryan Wendell, an Eagle Scout, is the founder of Bryan on Scouting (now Aaron on Scouting).

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