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[ September 25, 2020 ] After unspeakable loss, a strong young woman finds strength in Scouting Inspirational Stories
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[ September 23, 2020 ] Unsung Hero: She calmly comforted the victim of a motorcycle accident Unsung Heroes
[ September 22, 2020 ] Cancer, a tornado and a pandemic: Scouts endure along the trail to Eagle App Feed
[ September 21, 2020 ] Father, son complete Eagle projects at same animal shelter 20 years apart Eagle Scout

Experts provide support for coping with COVID-19

August 11, 2020 0

We’re a few months into coping with the COVID-19 pandemic — though it probably feels like so much longer.

Rafe Kotalik of Troop 777 in the Woodlands, Texas (Sam Houston Area Council), makes face coverings to donate.

Don’t miss the point: Eight sewing safety tips for Scouts and Scouters

August 10, 2020 7

Like anything in Scouting that involves a sharp point, we should keep safety in mind. So today, I thought we’d go over a few sewing safety tips.

When you get in again, vow to stay safe in the water

May 15, 2020 1

Today is International Water Safety Day. Are you and your Scouts going to participate in the #GetInAgain Challenge?

Scouts invent handy way to remember first aid steps

December 19, 2019 9

These Chicago Scouts came up with a mnemonic device to remember the eight steps of handling an emergency.

There’s an updated Annual Health and Medical Record to use for 2020

December 10, 2019 21

Every few years, the BSA updates its Annual Health and Medical Record. This was one of those years, meaning there’s a new form to use.

Remember to protect yourself from mosquitoes

September 24, 2019 0

The uptick in a rare disease is a reminder to protect you and your Scouts from mosquitoes, especially during dawn and dusk when the insects are most active.

Let’s be blunt about pocket knife safety

August 27, 2019 43

A sharp blade can be a useful tool when setting up camp, fishing or cooking. It can also be dangerous when used carelessly.

Keep illness from ruining camp this summer

June 13, 2019 4

Are you showing these symptoms? Then, it might be best to stay home from camp.

Are fireworks allowed in the Boy Scouts of America?

June 1, 2019 5

With the Fourth of July approaching, it’s important to remember that setting off fireworks is an unauthorized activity in the Boy Scouts of America, except when the display is conducted by licensed experts.

Summer camp season’s almost here, so it’s time for that annual physical

March 18, 2019 12

The Annual Health and Medial Record is required for every participant at summer camp, any of the four high-adventure bases and the jamboree.