Awards Archives - Bryan on Scouting

Step back in time to experience a BSA Historic Trail near you and earn an award

August 11, 2021 14

The BSA Historic Trails, a collection of nearly 300 hiking paths from 38 states, help young people connect with history.

Take note of these 11 key changes in the 2021 Guide to Advancement

August 2, 2021 4

For the 2021 update, a team of national-level professionals and volunteers went through every word of the Guide to make minor and major revisions.

Bravo Zulu to the recipients of the 2020 National Sea Scout Leadership Award

June 11, 2021 2

Last month, Sea Scouts BSA awarded the 2020 National Sea Scout Leadership Award to eight individuals who have gone above and beyond to support Sea Scouting.

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

Nineteen Cub Scout elective adventures will be retired next year

May 13, 2021 18

These 19 Elective Adventures have been some of the least popular with some being earned by fewer than 3% of Cub Scouts. They will still be available through May 2022.

Deadlines extended for Eagle Scouts to apply for these NESA scholarships

January 26, 2021 4

Earning the Eagle Scout Award can open the door to many career opportunities, and as Scouts study for those careers, the National Eagle Scout Association can help.

Scouts can help protect the environment by earning the new Environmental Protection Agency award

January 19, 2021 12

The BSA and EPA signed a memorandum of understanding to create a special award, encouraging those in the Scouts BSA program to strive to protect the environment.

Scouts can help the environment through the new BSA Distinguished Conservation Service Awards program

November 14, 2020 4

Scouts have been working to conserve our planet since the organization’s inception. Now, they can be honored for their work through this new awards program.

James holds the James M. Stewart Good Citizenship Award

How your Scouts can earn the James M. Stewart Good Citizenship Award

July 20, 2020 3

Jimmy Stewart’s spirit of citizenship endures in a number of tangible ways, including the James M. Stewart Good Citizenship Award for members of Scouts BSA.

The Chickasaw Council's 2008 Eagle Scout Class was named after Sammie and Phil Gilmer, who also have a campsite at Philmont Scout Ranch named in their honor.

This council names each new class of Eagle Scouts after a dedicated Scouter

July 17, 2020 2

Since 1972, the BSA’s council in Memphis, Tenn., has named each new class of Eagle Scouts after an adult in honor of their Scouting service.