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Sights and Sounds: The fun begins at the World Scout Jamboree

July 25, 2019 2

Let’s take a look at some of the fun more than 40,000 Scouts and leaders are already having in West Virginia.

Eagle Projects of the Year

2019 Eagle Project of the Year: He built an inspirational American flag display

July 4, 2019 36

Garrett Johnson of Troop 81 in Tulsa, Okla., received the 2019 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.

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Eagle Scout glassblower credits Scouting skills to saving his life

March 26, 2019 2

A canoe trip in the Boundary Waters area turned dangerous, but an Eagle Scout’s survival skills kicked in. Today, he makes some amazing glass work at the world’s premier glass museum.

Cub Scouting

Let’s craft some great decorations for your next banquet or court of honor

December 18, 2018 1

Want the decor at your next banquet to really stand out, but you’re on a tight budget? We’re here to help.

Famous People

Mr. T shows off his Scouting knowledge, donates to Cub Scouts selling popcorn

September 17, 2018 9

Mr. T, the star of The A-Team and Rocky III, was shopping for groceries on Saturday when he encountered some Cub Scouts from Pack 311.

Cub Scouting

You’ve seen the delightful video — now use it to help recruit more Cub Scouts

September 14, 2018 6

The BSA released a refreshing new recruiting video featuring boys and girls talking about why they love Cub Scouting so much.

Eagle Projects of the Year

2018 Eagle Scout Project of the Year: He built a fully accessible musical playground

June 13, 2018 29

Nathan Fain, an Eagle Scout in Troop 326 of LaGrange, Ga., won the 2018 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award

Fun

Get your popcorn ready — here’s some fun ideas to do ahead of the Oscars

January 23, 2018 3

With the Academy Awards nominations out, it’s a good time to dive into some cinematic activities with your Scouts before the red carpet rolls out.

Cub Scouting

BSA Chief answers your questions about welcoming girls into BSA programs

November 21, 2017 156

BSA Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh took time to answer Scouters’ questions about the reasons for the move, implementation and logistics.

Eagle Projects of the Year

2017 Eagle Project of the Year: He built sensory rooms for kids with autism

May 26, 2017 7

Blake built two sensory rooms specially designed for children with autism. The project earned him the 2017 Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.

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