The Heart of a ChampionStory by Evan Heller, Buckeye Council It would have been like watching a scene from a movie—if I’d had time to think about it. With 10 seconds left in a hard-fought basketball game, my team of underdogs was tied with the tournament’s top seed. Nobody expected us to hang with them this close, yet nowScouting Wire·March 10, 2021
Scouts BSA Office Hours Session – February 25, 2021The Scouts BSA Office Hours session was live streamed on February 25, 2021. Scouters and Senior Patrol Leaders had an opportunity to have their questions answered by subject matter experts from the National Scouts BSA Committee, topics included: Local Council time extension request Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion status Troop operations during COVID-19 Preparing for new Scouts WATCH […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·March 10, 2021
An Important Milestone In The BSA’s Chapter 11 Case Dear Scouting Family, This past year demonstrated that the Boy Scouts of America’s mission is more important than ever before, and I look to the future with hope. The entire Scouting community showed impressive perseverance, leadership, and commitment to the mission. I thank you all for showing up for Scouting each and every day. It has been just over a year since theScouting Wire·March 3, 2021
NBC Nightly News Features Members of Inaugural Class of Female Eagle ScoutsOn its February 17 broadcast, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt featured 17 young women from the Baltimore area who have all become Eagle Scouts as part of the Inaugural Class of Female Eagle Scouts. NBC’s Kristen Dahlgren talked with several of the girls about the experience of earning the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Scouting Wire·February 18, 2021
Critical COVID-19 Safety Reminder from BSAThe Scouting community has shown remarkable resilience through this pandemic: units have continued providing vital, socially distant community service, volunteers have facilitated merit badge classes online and outdoors, and thousands of young people have even attained the rank of Eagle Scout. But it certainly has not been easy. And as we rightfully celebrate the initialScouting Wire·February 10, 2021
A Look at Our History and Our FutureScouting Family: On February 8th, I’m going to wear my Scouting uniform, and I encourage you all to do the same as we celebrate the Boy Scouts of America’s 111th birthday. It’s a moment to acknowledge the contributions made by millions of young people and adults to Scouting, as well as the power of our Movement to bring people together to make a positiveScouting Wire·February 1, 2021
Proposed Eagle Scout Required Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Merit Badge DelayedThe introduction of the proposed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion merit badge is being delayed to allow for the careful consideration and evaluation of feedback received from a wide variety of commenters on the draft requirements. Until further notice, all Scouts working on the Eagle Scout rank should continue to use current rank requirements. Once the […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·January 7, 2021
Celebrating the Silver Lining of a Challenging YearAs we look back on this year, it is easy to see the challenges that have become synonymous with 2020. While these challenges are significant, I believe they are outnumbered by the joy, opportunity and hope that surrounded us. After all, this was the year when we found unique means to bring Scouting to youngScouting Wire·December 21, 2020
Scout Leads Friends to Save Children Who Fell Into an Icy PondIt’s a story being called a “holiday miracle.” When their sled crashed into an icy pond, two young children were saved from drowning by a Scout who led his friends to form a human chain to rescue them. Reminiscent of a scene from “It’s a Wonderful Life,” this real-life accident terrified the children and theirScouting Wire·December 21, 2020
Local Council Time extension requestEffective January 1, 2021, local councils will have the authority to grant limited extensions of time to complete Eagle, Quartermaster, or Summit requirements. These extensions are available only to youth members who qualify under the three tests listed in the attached advance copy of topics 9.0.4.0, 9.0.4.1, 9.0.4.2, and forms 11.2.0.0 and 11.2.1.0 from the […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·December 16, 2020
Looking for a cool place to stay this winter when visiting Winterplace Ski Resort?We are excited to welcome scout groups to stay with us at the Summit Bechtel Reserve during select weekends this winter, 2021. There are so many things to see and do not only at the Summit, but also in the surrounding community that can make your visit a truly special one. Click here to view event details. Keep reading for information […]Summit Blog·December 15, 2020
Marcus Ragland Selected as Scout Executive of Westmoreland-Fayette CouncilCongratulations to Marcus Ragland as Scout executive of the Westmoreland-Fayette Council in Greensburg, PA, effective January 15, 2021. Marcus began his Scouting career in 2002 as a District Executive at the Heart of Virginia Council in Richmond, VA where he moved on to become the Field Director. In 2016, Marcus went on to serve asScouting Wire·December 11, 2020
Manuel Ramos Selected as Scout Executive of the Chief Seattle CouncilPlease join us in congratulating Manuel Ramos, who will serve as Scout Executive of the Chief Seattle Council in Seattle, Washington, effective December 15, 2020. Manny began his Scouting career in 1998 as a District Executive with the Circle Ten Council in Dallas, Texas. He moved on to become District Director in the Denver AreaScouting Wire·December 4, 2020
TIME’s 2020 Kid of the Year Is a STEM Scout! Each year since 1927, TIME has selected a Person of the Year to feature in the pages of the magazine. In addition to that annual feature, this year, the magazine is highlighting its first-ever TIME Kid of the Year. On the cover of the Dec. 14 edition of the magazine, you’ll find a faceScouting Wire·December 3, 2020
Conservation FascinationStory by Peter Livengood, Westmoreland-Fayette Council Bracing against the wind and bitter cold, I patiently perched atop a mountain early one September morning. The fog in the valley had begun to lift, and the sun was sparkling in the clear blue sky. I had just one question: Would I see them, or was I standingScouting Wire·December 1, 2020
Scouts BSA Office Hours Session – November 12, 2020The Scouts BSA “Live Office Hours” session was live streamed on November 12, 2020. Scouters and Senior Patrol Leaders had an opportunity to have their questions answered by subject matter experts from the National Scouts BSA Committee, topics included: COVID-19 time extensions request Diversity Equity & Inclusion Advancement and Merit Badge updates Preparing for Arrow of Light […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·November 18, 2020
Scouting’s Commitment To Victims of Past Abuse and To the Safety of Youth in Our ProgramsScouting Family, This is one of the most important and difficult moments for our Scouting Movement. As you have likely seen in the media, tens of thousands of survivors of past abuse in Scouting have come forward in the national organization’s bankruptcy case. We are devastated by the number of lives impacted by past abuseScouting Wire·November 17, 2020
Brad Bodoh Selected as Scout Executive of Five Rivers CouncilPlease join us as we congratulate Brad Bodoh, who will serve as Scout executive of the Five Rivers Council in Horseheads, NY, effective January 1, 2021. Brad began his Scouting career in 2001 as a District Executive at the Northeast Illinois Council in Highland Park, IL. He moved on to become the Assistant Scout ExecutiveScouting Wire·November 13, 2020
Honoring Veterans Day, Boy Scouts of America Expresses GratitudeIn honoring Veterans Day, I offer my profound gratitude on behalf of the Boy Scouts of America to all the men and women who have selflessly served our country as a member of the armed forces. I count myself lucky to have served among this honorable group that I know includes thousands of Scouting volunteersScouting Wire·November 9, 2020
Sedrick Robinson Selected as Scout Executive of Blackhawk Area CouncilPlease join us as we congratulate Sedrick Robinson as Scout executive of the Blackhawk Area Council in Rockford, Illinois, effective December 1, 2020. Sedrick began his Scouting career in 2003 as a district executive at the Quapaw Area Council in Little Rock, Arkansas. He moved on to become senior district executive, district director, and fieldScouting Wire·October 29, 2020