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What leaders need to know regarding media speculation about the BSA’s financial situation

December 14, 2018 Comments Off

News reports aside, Scouts, parents and adult volunteers can (and should!) keep on enjoying the same great Scouting program uninterrupted.

Southern California wildfire forces Cub Scout pack to take extended camping trip

December 13, 2018 0

After the Woolsey Fire ignited nearby, the Western Los Angeles County Council pack converted an already-planned campout into an evacuation.

During the public viewing former President George H.W. Bush lies in State at the US Capitol rotunda on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on Monday December 3, 2018. (Photo by Melina Mara/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Duty to country: Webelos Scout, Boy Scouts salute President George H.W. Bush

December 6, 2018 11

These separate moments of reverence epitomize the first words of the Scout Oath: “On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country … .”

Six Scout units in Butte County lost everything in Northern California wildfire

December 5, 2018 2

As soon as the evacuation order ended and residents were allowed to return to the area, local Scout leaders stepped up and stepped in for Butte County.

Cub Scout springs into action — twice — to save family members’ lives

November 20, 2018 2

Stories of Scouts saving others aren’t uncommon. But, how often do you hear about a Scout saving two people’s lives on separate occasions…in the same year?

How Scouts are helping Hurricane Florence, Hurricane Michael recovery efforts

October 24, 2018 0

After Hurricane Florence and Hurricane Michael pummeled parts of the southeastern United States, Scouts and Venturers stepped up to help.

How to prevent your troop trailer from getting stolen

October 17, 2018 91

Acts of theft don’t get much lower than stealing a troop trailer from Scouts. But it happens all the time. Here are some ways to ward off potential thieves.

How to help the Scouting family recover after recent natural disasters

September 26, 2018 3

Here’s the latest on how these disasters have affected our Scouting family — and how, if you’re able, you can help Scouting bounce back stronger than ever.

Photo of Cub Scout keeping flag off ground goes viral

September 25, 2018 18

As his classmates folded the flag, Jack became worried that the strong wind would cause the flag to touch the ground. So the Cub Scout acted quickly.

Chess set Scout made for Metalwork merit badge is now in World Chess Hall of Fame

September 24, 2018 6

A steel-and-wood chess set crafted at summer camp by a Scout working on his Metalwork merit badge is now in the World Chess Hall of Fame.