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Guess what these college mascots all have in common?

September 26, 2022 3

The job is performing as a college mascot, and when you look at the requirements, maybe it’s not surprising that four of them at different colleges within just a few hours of each other are all Eagle Scouts.

Did you notice the Scouts in ‘The Fabelmans’ trailer?

September 16, 2022 8

The Fabelmans is a semi-autobiographical drama written and directed by Steven Spielberg. Although the main character’s name is Sammy Fabelman, the story is based on Spielberg’s life from ages 7-18, when he was living in Arizona and active in his local Scout troop.

Eagle Scout’s TV show helps kids learn more about college

August 15, 2022 2

Just as important as going to college is going to the right college. That’s where The College Tour comes in.

Forged at the World Scout Jamboree, ‘friendship sword’ ready for visitors’ enjoyment

August 4, 2022 0

The blade, bestowed the name Cáirdeas, is now complete. And it may soon return to the place from whence it was forged.

Wear your neckerchief for Scout Scarf Day

August 1, 2022 1

Every year on Aug. 1, everyone involved in Scouting is asked to wear their neckerchiefs in public. It’s called Scout Scarf Day, a time to proudly make Scouting visible wherever you are.

Let’s look at lifesaving — not the merit badge, the competitive sport

July 18, 2022 1

The sport of lifesaving, not to be confused with the Lifesaving merit badge that’s earned by nearly 20,000 Scouts per year, is a competitive event at The World Games.

Council’s fundraiser draws NASCAR star

June 13, 2022 0

After taking a hiatus the last two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, the event returned last week in a big way, with NASCAR star Ryan Newman acting as headliner.

Scouts in Action is 75 years old; long live Scouts in Action

June 1, 2022 3

What started as a single, albeit inspiring, one-off has turned into one of the most popular pages of Scout Life magazine.

Astronomy merit badge-seeking Scouts discover Scouting on distant planet

April 1, 2022 13

Scientists working with Scouts to complete the Astronomy merit badge uncovered evidence of Scouting on another planet.

Celebrate the BSA’s 112th birthday by solving these 12 Scouting-themed Wordles

February 8, 2022 4

It’s the BSA’s birthday, and to celebrate, we’ve created 12 Scouting-themed Wordle puzzles just for you. Happy birthday, BSA!