Inspired by his experience in Scouting, parents create nonprofit to keep child’s memory aliveKayven Hopper was 9 years old when he lost his battle with epilepsy. His Cub Scout spirit, however, lives on, thanks to Kayven's Helping Hands.Scouting Magazine·April 28, 2025
2025 Sea Scouts on the USCG Barque EagleThe four primary and two alternates have been selected for the 2025 Cruise in Southern California! The primary selectees are: The two alternates are: The adult advisor will be Auxiliarist Monique Wong, who is the Council Commodore for the Far East Council. Congratulations to our selectees and alternates – it will be an experience you’ll […]Sea Scouts News·April 27, 2025
Looking for a Printed Copy of the Sea Scout Handbook?If so, then you are in luck! Sea Scout Ship #999, “The Mayflower” in Huntsville, Alabama may just have your ticket! They are offering a printed, soft cover, version of the Sea Scout Handbook for $20 and a hardcover version for $25 plus shipping. Right now, they are in a “pre-order” phase for the initial […]Sea Scouts News·April 25, 2025
New Quartermaster Application AvailableA new fillable-PDF version of the Quartermaster application has been published and is linked on the Advancement Central page, in the Quartermaster section. This application replaces the older version which was available from scouting.org. Our thanks to the Materials and Literature Task Force for their diligence in getting this new application published.Sea Scouts News·April 25, 2025
Eagle Scout soars with community CPR solution, plus other news in Scouting this weekEagle Scout soars with community CPR solution, plus other news in Scouting this weekScouting Magazine·April 25, 2025
Eagle Spotlight: David LanarMeet Dr. David Lanar—he helped develop the first effective malaria vaccine and continues to lead through a lifelong commitment to service.National Eagle Scout Association·April 24, 2025
Have You Gifted a NESA Membership?Celebrate an Eagle Scout’s milestone with the gift of NESA—perfect for graduations, Courts of Honor, or Father’s Day. Discount available for new Eagles.National Eagle Scout Association·April 24, 2025
NESA Legacy Society Profile: Mark HendersonDiscover why Mark joined the NESA Legacy Society, how Scouting shaped his life, and how you can make a lasting impact too.National Eagle Scout Association·April 24, 2025
How this Scouting America council is making a sustainability impact on its communityIt started as a simple question from a Scouting America council staffer back in 2022. It has evolved into an ongoing service project that’s transforming the way a community disposes of waste.Scouting Magazine·April 24, 2025
Learn all about Scouting America’s national high-adventure program tonight, live on YouTube and FacebookWe’ll hear from representatives at Sea Base, Summit Bechtel Reserve, Northern Tier and Philmont to find out how you can secure a 2026 high-adventure trek.Scouting Magazine·April 23, 2025
Welcome Home, Eagle Scout Don PettitWhile many celebrate their 70th birthday with quiet gatherings among family and friends, NASA’s oldest active astronaut, Eagle Scout Don Pettit, marked his milestone in a far more extraordinary manner: returning to Earth at thousands of miles per hour following a mission in space.Scouting Alumni·April 20, 2025
Guardians of the Wild: Sustaining Philmont’s Wilderness for Future Generations Philmont Scout Ranch’s Wilderness Guía Program blends adventure with responsibility, empowering youth to protect and preserve the natural world.Scouting America Foundation·April 20, 2025
Beyond the Paddle: Northern Tier Scouts’ Data Mission in the Boundary WatersNorthern Tier Scouts are doing more than just exploring the Boundary Waters; they're actively engaged in its protection. Through dedicated data collection, they're providing crucial information that has a real and tangible impact on wilderness conservation.Scouting America Foundation·April 20, 2025
From Strip Mine to Model: Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve’s Journey Toward SustainabilityThe Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve stands as a testament to renewal, where a former strip mine has been transformed into a premier destination offering Scouts incredible high-adventure opportunities. This story highlights the power of partnership in creating a space that not only champions environmental responsibility but also empowers the next generation.Scouting America Foundation·April 20, 2025
Building Hope, One Coral at a Time: Sea Base Scouts Lead the Charge in Ocean Recovery Scouts at Sea Base are restoring coral reefs with NOAA’s Mission: Iconic Reefs, achieving a 93% survival rate despite 2024’s extreme heat wave.Scouting America Foundation·April 20, 2025
2025 Eagle Scout Project of the Year: He packed 100,000 meals to feed HaitiansFor his exceptional efforts, Jamesly Jesse of Troop 85 in Moweaqua, Ill., received the 2025 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.National Eagle Scout Association·April 16, 2025
Kathy Leach: Undaunted and UndeterredThis story is about Kathy Leach. Her story highlights the challenges that came with being a pioneer at Philmont—and in Scouting America—as it began to invite (but not always welcome) young females.Scouting Alumni·April 16, 2025
Scouting Alumni Performs CPR to Save Coworker’s LifeB.J. Wolff, an alum and Eagle Scout from Traverse City, Michigan, learned CPR as a Scout. Nearly 45 years later, he used this training to save a work colleague without hesitation.Scouting Alumni·April 13, 2025
The Transformative Power of Alumni EngagementScouting Alumni recently held a live webinar about the transformative power of alumni engagement in Scouting. A recording of the webinar is available now.Scouting Alumni·April 13, 2025
Now available, the Council Boatswain GuidelinesOur Materials and Literature task force has published a new guideline for Council Boatswains. You can download the guide from the Scout Resource Center.Sea Scouts News·April 11, 2025