Cub Scout Program Updates AnnouncedIt’s official! The Cub Scout program will be updated for the 2024-25 program year. Over the past several years the National Cub Scouting Committee under the leadership of past chair Lisa Wylie and current chair Audrey Oakes has identified four areas to improve the Cub Scout program to ensure that it is fun, simple, and […]Cub Scouts Program Updates·November 10, 2023
New NESA President NamedThe National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) recently announced the appointment of Rich Pfaltzgraff as its latest president, pending formal confirmation by the National Executive Committee.National Eagle Scout Association·November 9, 2023
Unlocking Scholarship Success on Scout Life’s TrekOnTuesday Facebook LiveTune in to Scout Life's TrekOnTuesday Facebook Live event on November 14th at 2 p.m. CST if you're a Scout or Eagle Scout pursuing higher education and seeking scholarship tips from Dr. Spence Long and recent National Eagle Scouts Association Scholarship recipients to make your educational journey more affordable and accessible.National Eagle Scout Association·November 9, 2023
Welcoming a New Era for the Boy Scouts of America with Roger A. KroneThe BSA National Executive Board has made a historic decision, appointing Eagle Scout Roger A. Krone as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the Boy Scouts of America. Mr. Krone’s passion for Scouting, coupled with his extensive leadership experience, makes this an exhilarating moment for our organization.National Eagle Scout Association·November 3, 2023
The Sea Scout Times – NovemberSea Scout BSA’s Official Newsletter for November of 2023! Take a moment to check out what the National Quarterdeck has put together for this month’s newsletter! Please share with your Ships and other Scouting friends!Sea Scouts News·November 3, 2023
Sea Scout Recognition SubmissionSea Scouts can utilize the following forms to promote events, recognize Quartermasters, and submit articles based on recent Sea Scout events they have held. Please read through the details of each form. Quartermaster Recognition Any Quartermasters, previous or new, can be recognized using this form to showcase their achievements! https://forms.gle/CAyEQWSxgXf9vXqR9 Event Promotion & Officer […]Sea Scouts News·October 25, 2023
The Sea Scout Times – October 2023Sea Scout BSA’s Official Newsletter Check out what the National Quarterdeck has put together for this month’s newsletter! Please share with your Ships and other Scouting friends!Sea Scouts News·October 19, 2023
Coast Guard Tech Talk: 10/24 – Technical LeadershipWe will be joined by Commodore Sue Davies of the Coast Guard Auxiliary to discuss the following: Please join us for our October 2023 Coast Guard Tech Talk on 24 October 2023 at 9pmET/8pmCT/7pmMT/6pmPT on the Zoom link below: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88620776204 Sue Davies joined the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary in January 2012, and currently serves as […]Sea Scouts News·October 10, 2023
Scouts BSA announcementWe are approaching the 5th anniversary of girls entering the Scouts BSA Program. The current National Scouts BSA Program Committee is developing and conducting an experience review of girls in the program. This review will drive any future recommendations for program improvement. This preliminary information was shared with NST program leads last month. Further questions […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·October 3, 2023
Special Needs Scouting Service AwardScouters who support Scouting with special needs through service to units, youth training, leader training, or organization, may be nominated for the Torch of Gold or Woods Services Award. Both of these require nomination. The Torch is presented by each council once a year, and the Woods Services is presented nationally every year. The Special […]Abilities Digest·October 2, 2023
Tenth Year of Abilities DigestWe are pleased to reflect on our tenth year of publishing Abilities Digest. The first issue was distributed in the summer of 2014. We generally publish an issue every sea-son and distribute them electronically. There are over a thousand individuals signed up to receive the Digest via email, and another 200 receive it through the […]Abilities Digest·September 30, 2023
Eagle Scout Candidate Manny Parker’s Heartfelt NICU Service ProjectAn aspiring Eagle Scout, used his own remarkable life history as the foundation for his Eagle project creating comfort and care packages for families with children staying in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).National Eagle Scout Association·September 27, 2023
NESA Distinguished Service Award: A Rare Honor in ScoutingThis award is not only rare, but it’s also the highest national recognition bestowed upon NESA members for exceptional leadership and service.National Eagle Scout Association·September 27, 2023
The 3 Unsung Lessons Of ScoutingDelve into three unsung lessons from the trail to Eagle that have most likely become pillars of your character today.National Eagle Scout Association·September 27, 2023
Coast Guard Tech Talk: 9/26 – Trends in Recreational Boating FatalitiesOur speaker is Robin Pope, Ph.D., PA-C, FAWM, currently serves as Deputy Director of the USCG Auxiliary’s Recreational Boating Safety Outreach Directorate. Dr. Pope has more than 3 decades of experience in paddling education. He holds the American Canoe Association’s highest possible instructor ratings in both swift water rescue and whitewater kayaking and was recently named a “Legend of Paddling” by the ACA.Sea Scouts News·September 20, 2023
Sea Scout Roundtable September 21stThe next NST Sea Scout Roundtable is scheduled for Thursday, September 21st at 9:00 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. MT/6:00 p.m. PT. Topics for the night include: To join in, please use our Zoom connection. If you need the link:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81196801100?pwd=RHVUU2gxU3MwMC9QNC8xT0FTa2NZUT09 Webinar ID: 811 9680 1100Passcode: 500799Sea Scouts News·September 16, 2023
Seeking Nominations: NESA Distinguished Service AwardNESA is seeking NESA Distinguished Service Award nominations by October 31, 2023.National Eagle Scout Association·September 6, 2023
Recap from BSA Alumni Adventure Complex at the 2023 National Scout JamboreeScouting youth and BSA alumni unite at the Alumni Adventure complex during the 2023 National Scout Jamboree for games, networking, workshops, and insightful speakers.National Eagle Scout Association·August 31, 2023
Introducing Alpha Phi Omega Eagles: A Fusion of Scouting and Fraternity, A Force for Good!Get to know APO Eagle, a BSA Alumni Community, and NESA Affiliate group. They are the perfect fusion of Scouting core values and fraternity camaraderie.National Eagle Scout Association·August 31, 2023
Enhancing Scouting with NESA Council Committee Best PracticesExplore best practices from Council Committees across the country to make the most of your NESA experience.National Eagle Scout Association·August 31, 2023