Awards - Bryan on Scouting

BSA names its National Alumnus of the Year for 2018

February 16, 2018 0

Scouting Alumni and Friends has named Joseph Weingarten of Fishers, Ind., its 2018 National Alumnus of the Year. The award is presented each year to one worthy alumnus who has made significant contributions to our

Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA helps make Scouts, Venturers more competitive in the world

February 12, 2018 0

By simply participating in Scouting, a young person will fulfill many requirements for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA.

Scouts in Action story in Boys’ Life inspires Cub Scout to save a life

February 1, 2018 5

One of the most popular sections of Boys’ Life magazine, Scouts in Action, inspired an act of heroism in a 6-year-old Tiger Scout in South Carolina.

Earn this special patch to celebrate 70 years of Wood Badge in U.S.

January 24, 2018 41

Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Wood Badge in the United States with a special award available only in 2018: The American Wood Badge Alumni 70th Anniversary Service Award.

Nominate a Scout or Venturer for the 2018 Inspiration Awards

December 25, 2017 1

The Inspiration Awards are looking to honor a young person age 16 to 21 whose leadership skills and passion for the outdoors inspire us all. Reading that description, it shouldn’t surprise you that a Boy

A Scout’s guide to earning and wearing a religious emblem

November 13, 2017 61

Representing an array of faiths, religious emblems encourage Scouts, Venturers and adult volunteers to strengthen their faith-based journey within Scouting.

After hearing from volunteers, BSA to allow current Eagle Scouts to receive Eagle Palms retroactively

October 25, 2017 165

The change to Eagle Palms requirements comes in response to passionate feedback from volunteers and was approved by the BSA’s National Executive Board.

Sea Scouts director receives major award for efforts to promote safer boating in BSA

September 25, 2017 14

National Sea Scouts Director Keith Christopher received a lifetime achievement award from the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators.

Here’s every recipient of the Silver Antelope Award from 2010 to 2017

September 19, 2017 10

The Silver Antelope Award recognizes Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within one of the BSA’s four regions.

Does the National Jamboree count toward a National Outdoor Award?

August 11, 2017 15

Does attendance and participation at the 2017 National Jamboree meet requirement 3G of the National Outdoor Award for Adventure?