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Eagle Scout and former college sprinter suits up for Team USA’s bobsled team

February 6, 2026 0

Caleb Furnell rebounded from a horrific leg injury in high school to become a college runner. Now, he’s an Olympic bobsledder for Team USA in the 2026 winter games in Italy.

How the Super Bowl can inspire Scouts to earn merit badges

February 5, 2026 0

Sure, the Super Bowl is all about athletics, and, yep, there’s a merit badge for that! But there are merit badges for plenty of other non-sports-related activities at the Super Bowl too!

The purr-fect Summit rank project

February 4, 2026 0

Michael Hendricks’ Summit rank project involved filming adoptable felines and editing the footage into creative, captivating reels.

Meet 116 Scouts who became famous

February 3, 2026 6

This list of 116 Scouts who became famous includes presidents and Pulitzer Prize recipients, astronauts and athletes, celebrities and CEOs.

See which Eagle Scout could play in Sunday’s Super Bowl

February 2, 2026 0

Seattle Seahawks tight end Eric Saubert, an Eagle Scout since 2012, is expected to suit up for Sunday’s Super Bowl.

Extreme Makeovers, Round 69: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

January 30, 2026 0

Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.

Your guide to this year’s Scout Sunday, Scout Shabbat and Scout Jumuah

January 29, 2026 0

Traditionally, many units celebrate Scout Sunday on the Sunday before Scouting America’s birthday, which is Feb. 8. This year, that Sunday falls on Feb. 8.

Help your Cub Scouts build safety skills for life

January 28, 2026 0

Safety is the highest priority for Cub Scouts. That’s why #CubChatLive recently welcomed back National Cub Scouting Commissioner Nilesh Shah for a detailed look at personal safety Adventures that span the Cub Scout ranks.

Pro racing meets Pinewood Derby in this fun event

January 27, 2026 0

Scouting America held a Pinewood Derby in conjunction with the World of Outlaws sprint car season finale in Charlotte, North Carolina. See how it came together!

Four winter treks to inspire your next cold weather adventure

January 26, 2026 0

Let these winter outings push you out of your comfort zone and onto the memory of a lifetime!