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Alumni

Scouting America names its 2025 National Alumnus of the Year

May 16, 2025 0

Scouting Alumni, the official alumni association of Scouting America, has named Michael Thompson of Greenville, South Carolina, its 2025 National Alumnus of the Year, as announced at the 2025 National Annual Meeting.

A photo of Richard Reeves speaking at the 2025 National Annual Meeting
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Why boys and young men need Scouting now more than ever

May 16, 2025 3

Boys and men are increasingly lonely and at a higher risk of suicide now than at any time before. Scouting can help.

2025 National Annual Meeting - Duty to God Breakfast
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Everything that’s happened at Scouting America’s National Annual Meeting so far

May 15, 2025 0

Not in Orlando for Scouting America’s National Annual Meeting (NAM)? We’ve got you covered.

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Here’s one big reason to attend the 2025 Scouting America National Annual Meeting

March 10, 2025 0

An impressive list of inspirational speakers is just one reason at attend the 2025 Scouting America National Annual Meeting, scheduled for May 12-16. in Orlando, Florida.

Outstanding Eagle Scout Monty Gibson
Alumni

NFL strength coach receives NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at Americanism Breakfast

June 1, 2023 0

Monty Gibson, strength and conditioning coach for the Cleveland Browns, brought the Americanism Breakfast crowd of Scouters to their feet this morning. But not before he brought his Scouting journey to a new summit as

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BSA reinforces commitment to safety during National Annual Meeting’s general session

June 1, 2023 2

“Safety is one of the most important things we do,” said Brad Tilden, the BSA’s brand-new national chair, as he kicked off the general session of the 2023 National Annual Meeting (NAM) this week in Atlanta.

Silver World Award
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Four volunteers receive 2023 Silver World Award for international service to Scouting

June 1, 2023 0

The Silver World Award is one of the ways the Boy Scouts of America recognizes that the Scouting movement reaches far beyond the BSA itself. The BSA honored the 2023 winners this week at the National Annual Meeting.

Scouts at Naval Academy Church
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Duty to God Breakfast affirms Scouting’s foundations are strong

May 31, 2023 3

“The BSA’s oath still means something.” United Methodist Church Bishop Robin Dease followed this statement with a recitation of the Scout Oath. When she reached the line, “… I will do my best to do

NAM Guests and Speakers
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National Annual Meeting 2023: What it’s all about and how Scouting is moving forward

May 30, 2023 14

Why are hundreds of Scouting’s worldwide volunteers and professionals gathered in Atlanta this week? The excitement brimming from Scouters — some new, and many who haven’t seen each other in person in years — makes

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