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Advancement during COVID-19: Eagle extensions and more

March 25, 2020 22

During this unprecedented interruption to Scouting nationwide, the BSA has released new guidance on advancement during COVID-19.

How to conduct a board of review through videoconferencing

March 16, 2020 17

Even before the coronavirus prompted concern about face-to-face meetings, Scouts have been able to conduct boards of review by video.

Shannon holds the Summit Award certificate and medal.

While home on leave, Army private receives Summit Award, Venturing’s highest honor

February 19, 2020 3

Shannon Stokes, a private in the U.S. Army stationed at Fort Sam Houston in Texas, received Venturing’s highest honor at a special ceremony in her hometown.

Tips for planning a successful, diverse Ten Commandments hike

February 6, 2020 4

With Scout Sunday, Sabbath and Jumuah slated for this weekend, it might be an ideal time to examine the 12th point of the Scout Law with your Scouts.

Venturers climb through the trees at the Summit Bechtel Reserve.

Five reasons why VenturingFest 2020 is a can’t-miss event

December 23, 2019 4

Registration is open for VenturingFest 2020, the third national gathering of Venturers at the stunning Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.

Exciting change makes this award available to more volunteers

December 16, 2019 21

Updates to the William D. Boyce New-Unit Organizer Award make it possible for units to recognize multiple volunteers for their efforts to organize a new unit.

Check out some of the best pack, troop and crew websites of 2019

December 11, 2019 23

After browsing hundreds of unit websites, we came up with a list of 10 that do it really well with clean designs and intelligent organization.

When is Scout Sunday 2020? What about Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah?

December 9, 2019 10

Scout Sunday 2020, held in February, gives Scouts a highly visible way to show their appreciation for faith-based chartered organizations.

BSA membership fee to change beginning Jan. 1, 2020

October 23, 2019 271

Starting next year, the Boy Scouts of America membership fee will be $60 a year for all registered youth in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts. The annual fee for adult members and youth in the Exploring program will be $36.

Help your Scout discover their future by checking out these scholarships, offers

October 8, 2019 0

Your Scouts can apply for expeditions and scholarships on this page; some application deadlines are at the end of this month.