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Kids are losing their ability to see far away — here’s how Scouting can help

November 28, 2022 0

Pediatric ophthalmologist Noha Ekdawi says spending time outdoors — specifically, in the sunlight — is the best way to prevent myopia, or nearsightedness, in children. What do most Scout units do several times a month? Go outside!

Being prepared for Cold-Weather Camping

November 10, 2022 4

Sure, it might be cold. But as long as it’s safe to go outside, you should make every effort to get out there. Check our list below to Be Prepared for cold-weather outings.

The secret of their success: Venturing crew focuses solely on conservation

November 9, 2022 0

All Venturing crews focus on building adventure, whether it’s backpacking, whitewater rafting, an epic bike trek or all of the above. For Venturing Crew 3111 in Minneapolis, however, the adventure is conservation. “We’ve defined our

Gear-planning tips from an ultralight backpacking expert

October 15, 2022 0

Eagle Scout Ryan Jordan is a licensed wilderness skills instructor and guide. Get an idea of what Jordan packs in his backpack for a long-distance trek.

Moon watching with Scouts

September 17, 2022 0

Who doesn’t get a thrill looking up at the moon? Whether you see it as a giant, glowing orb rising from the eastern horizon at dusk or as a slender, silvery crescent hanging on the

Here’s how you can join the thousands of Scouts who will volunteer on National Public Lands Day

September 7, 2022 0

Helping other people at all times is what we as Scouts do, and there are few opportunities to make a bigger impact than National Public Lands Day.

The World Conservation Award

August 27, 2022 0

The World Conservation Award is designed to encourage all youth members to think globally and act locally to preserve and improve our environment.

Missouri camp features a rich history beyond its time as a BSA haven

August 23, 2022 0

Before Camp Arrowhead became a favorite spot for Scouts to have summertime adventures, Native Americans hunted the land in southwest Missouri for at least 8,000 years.

Canoe race returns to Arkansas’ White River

August 20, 2022 0

The White River Canoe and Kayak Race is a three-day, 120-mile marathon that’s been held annually in Arkansas since 1966. After taking a couple of years off due to the COVID pandemic, the race returned this summer.

These Scouts started in the same first-year patrol and eventually earned the BSA’s Grand Slam

August 17, 2022 1

“We have experienced some awesome things together. We were able to experience some really hard challenges on these trips and help each other when one us struggled.”