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Three Scout-approved ways to view the Great North American Eclipse (and two ways to avoid)

March 27, 2024 0

The phenomenon dubbed the Great North American Eclipse is aptly named, as it promises to give most viewers across the continent a total or partial view of the April 8 solar eclipse. And our nation’s

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12 ways leaders, parents, Scouts can plan now for the April 8 eclipse

March 11, 2024 4

Ideas and resources to make the eclipse a day of science, creativity and a whole lot of fun.

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How to earn the BSA Total Solar Eclipse 2024 Emblem on April 8

January 24, 2024 26

There’s a solar eclipse coming in three months, and it’s going to be special. So special, in fact, that the BSA is offering a Total Eclipse 2024 Emblem to youth members who complete five simple requirements.

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