Selecting Quality LeadersChartering Organizations have a history of joining with Scouting America to deliver a program of character development, citizenship training, leadership, and personal fitness to youth in their community. Critical to this success is the selection of quality leaders representing the values of Scouting America and the chartering organization. Attached is a guide to assist the […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·July 17, 2025
Looking for a Vacation the Whole Family Will Love?Whether you're into high-energy adventures, peaceful nature getaways, or something in between, Scouting America Family Adventure Camps have something for everyone. From tents to cabins, hiking trails to tropical waters, you can choose your own pace and comfort level.Scouting Alumni·July 16, 2025
Which Scouting America Family Adventure Camp is for you?No matter what your family likes to do on vacation, Scouting America Family Adventure Camp has a place to visit for you.Scouting Magazine·July 15, 2025
Alum Bob Bofinger to Bring 2025 USA Wildwater National Championships to the Potomac RiverWhat began with Canoeing Merit Badge has turned into a remarkable journey of athletic achievement and leadership for Bob Bofinger, a longtime champion and advocate for wildwater paddling in the United States.Scouting Alumni·July 15, 2025
It is time to nominate deserving volunteers for the 2026 Silver Buffalo AwardThe Silver Buffalo Award is Scouting’s highest volunteer commendation, and nominations are now being accepted for next year’s awards.Scouting Magazine·July 14, 2025
Pulaski, PA Troop 723 Celebrates 100 Years of Leadership, Legacy, and Lifelong ImpactJoe Grunenwald credits Scouting America with teaching him honesty and confidence—values he carried into a 32-year career at Clarion University, where he eventually served as president.Scouting Alumni·July 12, 2025
Marines and Scouts partner to expand camp, plus other news in Scouting this weekMarines and Scouts partner to expand camp, plus other news in Scouting this weekScouting Magazine·July 11, 2025
Keep Your Campfire & Food Safe This Summer!Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors—whether it’s camping, picnics, or backyard cookouts. But warmer temperatures increase the risk of food-borne illnesses, often caused by improper food handling. At the same time, campfires bring warmth and fun but also require careful attention to safety to prevent accidents. To ensure your outdoor adventuresScouting Wire·July 10, 2025
From Scout Leadership to the Major Leagues: Scott Barlow’s JourneyIt’s always inspiring to see how early leadership experiences can shape future success—on and off the field.Scouting Alumni·July 9, 2025
Troop 74 Rocketeers Take Flight on the World Stage!Three Scouts from Montville, NJ — Makayo Cheung (15), Thomas Jenkins (15), and Chase Eagan (17) — have made history by bringing home first place at the 2025 International Rocketry Challenge in Paris!Scouting Alumni·July 9, 2025
#TroopTalkLive: Shape the future of Scouts BSA on the National Youth Council!Applications are now open for the Scouts BSA National Youth Council! In this #TroopTalkLive, we’ll chat with past council members about what it’s like to serve, and share how Scouts can apply to be part of this influential group of youth leaders. Learn more about the National Youth Council: https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2025/06/30/applications-open-for-the-national-scouts-bsa-youth-council/ Find the application here: https://scouting.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkZw3OBD3l1B3oy […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·July 9, 2025
In case you missed it: Every merit badge pamphlet is now available for free onlineAll merit badge pamphlets are available as free PDFs on the official Scouting America Merit Badge Hub.Scouting Magazine·July 9, 2025
The Big Blue Boy Scout is back on the big screen — and it’s (mostly) superSuperman, aka the Big Blue Boy Scout, is in theaters this weekend with an all-new cast, writer and director leading the way.Scouting Magazine·July 8, 2025
Making Camps Safe, Fun, and AccessibleAt Scouting America, making a difference means making sure every child can experience the adventure of camp — no matter their abilities.Scouting Alumni·July 8, 2025
Scout Saves Mother With Heimlich ManeuverAt a volunteer appreciation barbecue at Logos Christian Academy, his mother, Jessica Hallquist, began choking on a piece of steak. Despite trying to dislodge the food herself, she was unable to breathe, and her mother, Valerie Williams, rushed to Benjamin's table for help.Scouting Alumni·July 8, 2025
Medal of Honor Recipient Hershey MiyamuraLabeled an “enemy alien” during WWII because of his Japanese heritage, Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura — a Scouting alum from New Mexico — wasn’t initially allowed to serve.Scouting Alumni·July 8, 2025
Rocketry team made up of Scouts BSA members brings home international championshipThree Scouts from Montville, New Jersey, have brought the International Rocketry Challenge championship to the United States.Scouting Magazine·July 7, 2025
This Fourth of July, Scouts salute veterans, plus other news in Scouting this weekThis Fourth of July, Scouts salute veterans, plus other news in Scouting this weekScouting Magazine·July 4, 2025
Coast Guard Tech Talk: Ham (Amateur) Radio. How to get licensed, how the Coast Guard Auxiliary uses Ham Radio, and in disastersPlease register for our July 2025 Coast Guard Tech Talk Table on 22 July 2025 at 9pmET/8pmCT/7pmMT/6pmPT using the Zoom Webinar registration link below https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_33qehknXSTKfzqgWauholg Our speaker is David Hyde. David’s first encounter with Amateur Radio happened when he was about 12, living in Florida. Being an electronics hobbyist, David was immediately hooked. But it […]Sea Scouts News·July 4, 2025
How Scouting America is making its camps even more accessible to Scouts with special needsThe Special Needs Prepared Camp program is a new initiative to help Scouting properties be more accessible to Scouts with special needs.Scouting Magazine·July 2, 2025