Inspirational Stories - 2/4 - Bryan on Scouting

With one of their own hospitalized, pack brings the bridging ceremony to him

June 6, 2018 2

When Chris L. was hospitalized with pneumonia last week, his packmates were there for him — standing right outside his hospital window with signs and the Pack 246 banner.

Former First Lady Laura Bush talks literacy, life as a grandmother

June 4, 2018 3

Former first lady Laura Bush addressed the BSA’s national meeting on Thursday in Dallas, giving an impassioned speech about literacy, her family and the BSA’s role in shaping young lives.

BSA reaffirms Duty to God aspect of all programs through resolution adopted at 2018 National Annual Meeting

May 31, 2018 76

When a young person joins the Boy Scouts of America, one of the first things he or she learns is the Scout Oath, and every member starts the Oath the same way: “On my honor

When his professor collapsed in class, this Eagle Scout performed CPR

May 30, 2018 2

When University of Missouri student Eric Prullage’s professor collapsed, the Eagle Scout put his first-aid practice to the test. His actions likely saved the professor’s life.

Meet George Oldroyd: hero, Eagle Scout and one of the youngest Scoutmasters ever

May 23, 2018 6

George Oldroyd became a Scoutmaster on his 21st birthday, making him one of the youngest Scoutmasters ever. But that’s not even the most interesting thing about this incredible man.

Eagle Scout Navy SEAL to receive Medal of Honor for leading perilous rescue attempt

May 21, 2018 26

Retired Master Chief Petty Officer Britt K. Slabinski, an Eagle Scout, will receive the Medal of Honor this month for his heroic actions in Afghanistan.

Eagle Scout with spina bifida inspires New York hometown

May 15, 2018 1

A New York Scout didn’t let spina bifida keep him from earning the Eagle Scout rank.

Cub Scout leader sees Scouting as road map for parenting

May 1, 2018 3

Cub Scouts offered a San Diego family some sense of normalcy after a death in the family, but it also offered parenting guidelines.

Posthumous Eagle Scout board of review held for Scout with heart condition

April 16, 2018 17

Michael Costello accomplished a lot in less than 15 years. He never let anything — certainly not a heart condition and other health issues — stand in the way of his goals.

Eagle honored with Medal of Valor bravery award at White House

April 3, 2018 1

Eagle Scout Sean Ochsenbein jumped into action at the scene of a head-on car collision two years ago, rescuing one driver. He recently received the highest decoration of bravery for public safety officers at a White House ceremony.