Former first lady Laura Bush addressed the BSA’s national meeting on Thursday in Dallas, giving an impassioned speech about literacy, her family and the BSA’s role in shaping young lives.
The pancake breakfast, a major fundraiser for these Illinois troops, usually generates about 15 to 20 bags of garbage. But ever since the Scouts and leaders “greenified” the event, it’s down to one or two.
When a young person joins the Boy Scouts of America, one of the first things he or she learns is the Scout Oath, and every member starts the Oath the same way: “On my honor
The Boy Scouts of America’s national board has elected two new volunteers to join our Chief Scout Executive on the National Key 3. Together, these three individuals will help guide our movement forward.
NYLT Leadership Academy is about training the trainers. It’s designed for youth who staff their home council’s NYLT course. Scouts and Venturers leave as better leaders, presenters and trainers.
This is great news for crews participating in Philmont treks this summer — and for adult leaders and families attending summer conferences at the Philmont Training Center.
When University of Missouri student Eric Prullage’s professor collapsed, the Eagle Scout put his first-aid practice to the test. His actions likely saved the professor’s life.
The list of 2018 Silver Buffalo Award recipients includes 32 volunteers — eight from each of the BSA’s four regions: Central, Northeast, Southern and Western.