History of Scouting - Bryan on Scouting

How to make sure your Order of the Arrow lodge’s history isn’t just a thing of the past

July 14, 2017 0

To help Arrowmen gather, preserve and showcase their history, the Order of the Arrow has released its Lodge History Resource Guide.

FDR’s radio address before canceled 1935 National Jamboree still resonates today

July 13, 2017 2

As excitement builds for the 2017 National Jamboree, I thought we’d look back at the very first one, the 1935 National Jamboree. The Jamboree that wasn’t.

Scouter uncovers fascinating new details about BSA’s first Eagle Scout

July 6, 2017 30

We know all about Arthur Eldred’s Scouting success, but we don’t know much about his board of review — the final step to becoming the first Eagle Scout.

Eagle Scout could be on his way to sainthood

June 7, 2017 11

Francis J. Parater was one of just 96 young men who became an Eagle Scout in 1915. Now leaders in the Catholic church want to make him a saint.

The Philmont Hymn: The enchanting tale behind Philmont’s official song

May 25, 2017 15

Those who have conquered Philmont find themselves humming “The Philmont Hymn” for weeks and months later. This is the story behind the song.

Traveling out of state? Know the laws about cellphone use behind the wheel

May 23, 2017 2

In 46 states and D.C., texting while driving is against the law. That includes all four states that are home to BSA high-adventure bases.

Be Prepared: The origin story behind the Scout motto

May 8, 2017 16

In “Scouting for Boys,” Robert Baden-Powell wrote that to Be Prepared means “you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your duty.”

What happens to Scouting Heritage MB requirement 4B during National Scouting Museum relocation?

April 6, 2017 19

As the National Scouting Museum prepares to relocate to Philmont, the procedure for completing Scouting Heritage merit badge requirement 4B has changed.

Sea Base crew reunites 36 years after trek to re-create photo

March 21, 2017 5

The Scouts of Troop 251 — now full-grown adults with Scouts of their own — wanted to host a reunion of their 1981 Sea Base crew. But there was one problem.

Learn the true stories behind some of Norman Rockwell’s Boy Scout paintings

February 27, 2017 4

We got a special treat earlier this month when we got to see several Norman Rockwell works first hand at the National Scouting Museum.