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  • [ January 9, 2026 ] Fidget blankets, Polar Express and more Christmas trees in the latest Scouting news Scouting in the News
  • [ January 8, 2026 ] Get more from your meetings with these new resources Cub Scouting
  • [ January 7, 2026 ] How do you start a troop tradition? App Feed
  • [ January 6, 2026 ] Extreme Makeovers, Round 68: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos App Feed - Eagle Scouts
  • [ January 5, 2026 ] 5 hacks for making 2026 your unit’s best year yet App Feed - For Leaders

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How do you start a troop tradition?

January 7, 2026 0

Planning campouts and day outings works well when adult leaders and Scouts collaborate. If you need help, we have tips and printable planners.

Photo by Aspen Adams
App Feed - For Leaders

5 hacks for making 2026 your unit’s best year yet

January 5, 2026 0

An excellent year of Scouting in 2026 happens with intention, not luck. So let’s get into a simple 5-step plan to make this year your best yet in Scouting.

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A leader’s guide to Reverence in Cub Scouting

December 29, 2025 3

Teaching reverence doesn’t need to be complicated (or something you only feel comfortable sending off as homework).

App Feed - For Leaders

Kick off the new year with this issue of Scout Life magazine

December 23, 2025 0

Scout Life keeps Scouts engaged in the program and ready for adventure all year long. Grab your copy today!

App Feed - For Leaders

Your golden gateway to summer fun is here

December 17, 2025 0

Whether your Scouts dream of scaling granite cliffs, mastering horsemanship, riding ATVs and mountain bikes, or trekking beneath towering redwoods alongside the Russian River, GGAC has a camp built for that passion.

Scouts run
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Six New Year’s resolutions from the Personal Fitness merit badge

December 16, 2025 4

We took a look at the Personal Fitness merit badge to inspire six goals attainable for Scouts and adults, alike, who want to pay special attention to their health in 2026.

App Feed - Cub Scouts

Register Soon for Your High Adventure Experience

December 11, 2025 3

Registration opens next month for Scouts and crews looking to experience the Summit Bechtel Reserve, Northern Tier and Sea Base in 2027. If you’re looking for a Philmont Scout Ranch option, registration is open.

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Venturing Ranger Award has been updated to add new interests, enhance safety

December 10, 2025 0

The Ranger Award encourages high-adventure activities, such as backpacking, spelunking and whitewater rafting.

Portrait of Sean Magennis
App Feed - For Leaders

How Scouting’s new EVP plans to grow membership

December 1, 2025 14

Scouting American’s membership team is focusing on six core pillars to increase growth, retention, engagement and value for Scouts and their families.

Photo: Michael Roytek
App Feed - Cub Scouts

It’s here! Unwrap the December issue of Scout Life magazine

November 26, 2025 0

The holidays are in full swing, and what makes a better gift for Scouts than a subscription to Scout Life?

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  • Fidget blankets, Polar Express and more Christmas trees in the latest Scouting news
    January 9, 2026 0
  • Get more from your meetings with these new resources
    January 8, 2026 0
  • How do you start a troop tradition?
    January 7, 2026 0
  • Extreme Makeovers, Round 68: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
    January 6, 2026 0
  • Photo by Aspen Adams
    5 hacks for making 2026 your unit’s best year yet
    January 5, 2026 0

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


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


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Sheniece Chappell is an associate editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines.

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