Inspirational Stories Archives - Page 2 of 12

‘We will miss you!’ Troop salutes departing Scoutmaster in safe, heartwarming way

May 8, 2020 2

When Aaditya Gulati realized his troop couldn’t give its longtime Scoutmaster a more traditional send-off, the Life Scout devised another way.

How three Eagle Scout brothers are working to make more ventilators

May 7, 2020 0

It’s not like Tyler, Ryan and Preston Mantel didn’t have anything else to do. It’s just that, back in March, when the three Eagle Scout brothers from Troop 804 of the Crossroads of America Council

Hear the inspiring story of an Eagle Scout who lives with autism

April 16, 2020 0

“My awesome son did do something very awesome. Set a goal … went for it … and made it. He became an Eagle Scout.”

Scouts help rescue injured bald eagle after coronavirus forces merit badge event venue change

April 9, 2020 1

In these uncertain times as the country takes precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we know this is certain: Scouts will continue to help wherever and whenever they can.

Saluting Joseph Merton, Tuskegee Airmen pilot and barrier-breaking BSA professional

February 21, 2020 2

In honor of Black History Month, let’s remember Joseph Merton, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen and the first black leader of the BSA’s older youth division.

Scoutmaster conquers Mount Everest to complete his Seven Summits quest

January 23, 2020 1

During his brief time at the top of the world, a Pennsylvania Scoutmaster unfurled a custom flag thanking his family, a troop flag and a NESA flag.

‘Friendly competition’ in Scouting brings brother and sister closer together

January 20, 2020 0

They’ve worked on merit badges together, were inducted into the Order of the Arrow at the same time, and have even attended some of the same camporees.

A year in the life of Troop 5109, one of the first Scouts BSA troops for girls

January 10, 2020 9

In its first year, Troop 5109 has camped in sun and rain. They’ve earned merit badges and religious emblems. And they’ve developed amazing confidence.

Indiana Scout restores community cemetery for Eagle Scout project

January 9, 2020 4

To preserve a cemetery’s history, this Scout restored tombstones, set up a new sign, built a fence and worked to put up a historical marker.

Unsung Hero: He helped rescue a skier dangerously entangled in plastic fencing

January 8, 2020 2

In February 2019, a Star Scout was snowboarding with friends and family in Southern California when he spotted a skier in danger.