Scouts BSA

Aaron On Scouting

• Scouts honored by mayor, plus other goods news from the week
  Mayors recognizes Scouts' bravery, a study of a local waterway's health, plus more good news from the week.
• Register now for the Linked Troop Wood Badge course at the Summit
  There’s no better way to learn leadership skills than Wood Badge, and there’s no more innovative Wood Badge experience than the Linked Troop Wood Badge course, scheduled for Jan. 15-19, 2024, at the Summit Bechtel
• Six steps to planning a successful campout for Venturers, Sea Scouts and Scouts BSA members
  Campout planning can be a challenge for both youth and adults. What activities do we do? How do we fit it all into a workable schedule for the weekend? How can we compete with sports,
• It’s time to nominate Scouters for the Silver Antelope award
  Created in 1942, the Silver Antelope honors registered Scouters who have demonstrated exceptional character and distinguished service to youth in their territory.
• Astronaut, National Outdoor Conference keynote speaker says Scouting has fueled his success
  Kjell Lindgren developed his appreciation for the outdoors during his time as a youth in Scouting. He didn’t know it at the time, but it would eventually turn into a lifelong passion for conservation.
• Libyan Scouts draw praise for response to flooding, and more inspiring news from the week
  Storm Daniel, a system that hit parts of the central and eastern Mediterranean a week ago, led to devastating flooding and massive loss of life in Libya, the country most affected by the storm. As
• What’s the most “indulgent” piece of camping gear you’ve ever purchased?
  One of my coworkers tipped me off to this fascinating thread over on the r/BSA subreddit, and boy, did the people show up with answers!
• Part of Niagara Falls will be lit up blue and yellow to celebrate Cub Scouting
  Tomorrow evening, Sept. 20, the American Falls section of Niagara Falls will be illuminated blue and yellow to celebrate “Cub Scout Kick Off Day.”