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  • [ March 5, 2026 ] Help your Scout write their way to $2,500 App Feed - For Parents
  • [ March 3, 2026 ] From attics to online archives, Scout leaders built a 13,500-item virtual museum Cub Scouting
  • [ March 2, 2026 ] Sea Scout’s Antarctic mission helps shed light on icebergs App Feed
  • [ February 27, 2026 ] Why the next issue of Scout Life magazine is a must-read for kids App Feed - For Leaders

Sea Scouting

App Feed

Bravo Zulu to the recipients of the 2023 National Sea Scout Leadership Award

June 14, 2023 0

Let’s also say “Bravo Zulu” (the nautical way to say “well done”) to the most recent award recipients.

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Sea Scout becomes first in council to earn Duke of Edinburgh’s award

May 1, 2023 3

Eliza Sutton saw how earning The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award would enhance her personal organization and leadership skills — and even how she plays the viola. 

App Feed - Outdoors

Sea Scout’s project sheds light on the importance of proper fishing line disposal

February 23, 2023 2

Disposing of monofilament fishing line is a tricky thing. A properly planned and executed recycling program is the answer, but not all marinas and other fishing areas have such a system in place. That’s where Sea Scout Quinn Laffey — and other public servants like him – can help.

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Take time to focus on reverence during Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath, Scout Jumuah

January 31, 2023 7

Each February, around the time of the BSA’s birthday, we ask Scouts to focus on the 12th point of the Scout Law: reverent.

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Meet this year’s national Sea Scout quarterdeck

August 18, 2022 0

Each year, five Sea Scouts are selected to serve on the national quarterdeck. These Sea Scouts are the public face of the program.

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Jewell Norris leading Sea Scouts as 2022-23 National Sea Scout Boatswain

July 26, 2022 0

During her term, Jewell plans to increase Sea Scouting’s visibility by highlighting its fun activities and the friendships youth can make.

App Feed - For Leaders

When is Scout Sunday 2022? And what about Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah?

January 28, 2022 2

Through Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah, Scouts take a moment to reflect on their faith. Here’s what you need to know.

App Feed - For Leaders

Troops and ships in this council use an Honor Bell to salute people and events

November 10, 2021 2

All across the Old North State Council in North Carolina, the Honor Bell rings out in sonorous style — an impactful addition to ceremonies and events.

Awards

Step back in time to experience a BSA Historic Trail near you and earn an award

August 11, 2021 14

The BSA Historic Trails, a collection of nearly 300 hiking paths from 38 states, help young people connect with history.

Advancement

Take note of these 11 key changes in the 2021 Guide to Advancement

August 2, 2021 6

For the 2021 update, a team of national-level professionals and volunteers went through every word of the Guide to make minor and major revisions.

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