Scouting America recognizes the 2025 recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award, presented for distinguished service to youthThe 2025 recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award include volunteers from all over the country who have shaped almost every aspect of Scouting.Scouting Magazine·May 15, 2025
What To Pack for Your First Summer CampQ: This is my first summer camp. What should I bring?Scout Life·May 15, 2025
David Montgomery says Scouting helped him recover from major injuryAt first, it looked like he would require surgery that would keep him from playing for the rest of the season. But Montgomery had other ideas.Scouting Magazine·May 15, 2025
Scouting America Takes to the Skies with Launch of New Aviation Merit Badge<p>IRVING, TX (May 15, 2025) – Scouting America is thrilled to announce the launch of its updated Aviation Merit Badge. The revised program aims to inspire young people to explore … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-takes-to-the-skies-with-launch-of-new-aviation-merit-badge/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Scouting America Takes to the Skies with Launch of New Aviation Merit Badge</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p>
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Scouts BSA Announces Digital Merit Badge TransformationExciting news from Scouts BSA today as we launch a major digital transformation of our merit badge program! Free Digital Merit Badge Resources Now Available Great news for Scouts, leaders, and parents! All merit badge pamphlets are now available as free PDFs on the Scouting.org merit badge website (https://www.scouting.org/skills/merit-badges/). This upgrade gives everyone free access to these […]Scouts BSA Program Updates·May 15, 2025
The Aviation merit badge just got a first-class upgrade: introducing a new digital experienceThe Aviation merit badge is officially the first to feature an online, interactive resource guide packed with multimedia tools.Scouting Magazine·May 14, 2025
Devang Desai Elected New Scouting America National Commissioner<p>IRVING, TX (May 14, 2025) – Scouting America today announced the election of Devang Desai as its new National Commissioner. Desai brings a wealth of experience in youth development, community … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/devang-desai-elected-new-scouting-america-national-commissioner/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Devang Desai Elected New Scouting America National Commissioner</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p>
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Meet Devang Desai, Scouting America’s newest national commissionerIncoming national commissioner, Devang Desai, envisions opportunities to retell the organization’s incredible century-long history as well as showcase the many ways today’s youth can grow and have fun in Scouting.Scouting Magazine·May 14, 2025
Upper Crust Food Service is the answer to your camp’s food service needsThere are two things that can utterly ruin a Scout camp experience: bad weather and bad food. You can’t control the first, but you can control the second.Scouting Magazine·May 13, 2025
Scouting America Statement on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Decision<p>Court’s decision ensures Settlement Trust can continue its essential work of providing financial compensation to survivors. IRVING, TX – May 13, 2025 – Scouting America issued the following statement concerning … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-statement-on-the-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-third-circuit-decision/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Scouting America Statement on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Decision</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p>
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Pinewood Derby Celebrates its 75th Anniversary at 2025 Licensing Expo<p>The iconic racing program marks a major milestone with new licensing opportunities IRVING, TX (May 13, 2025) – Scouting America proudly announces the upcoming 75th Anniversary of the Pinewood Derby, … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/pinewood-derby-celebrates-its-75th-anniversary-at-2025-licensing-expo/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Pinewood Derby Celebrates its 75th Anniversary at 2025 Licensing Expo</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p>
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Coast Guard Tech Talk: Protected Species at NOAAPlease register for our May 2025 Coast Guard Tech Talk Table on 27 May 2025 at 9pmET/8pmCT/7pmMT/6pmPT using the Zoom Webinar registration link below https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b3HiiLXOTEeUeDaFJ_yqQA Our speaker is Briana Gibb. Briana is the Mid-Atlantic Large Whale Ship Strike Reduction Liaison at NOAA’s Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office. She holds her Master of Science in Fisheries […]Sea Scouts News·May 13, 2025
How to Make a Stamped HandkerchiefMake your own stamps with unique designs and use them to create a custom handkerchief. It's an easy and fun homemade Father's Day gift!Scout Life·May 13, 2025
How to Make a Paracord Fish-Tail Key ChainA paracord fish-tail key chain is a fun and easy do-it-yourself project that could make a great gift for dad to show him how much you care!Scout Life·May 13, 2025
He learned CPR as a Scout; more than 40 years later, this happenedB.J. Wolff remembers learning CPR while working on the First Aid merit badge in the early 1980s. In December 2023, it all came back.Scouting Magazine·May 12, 2025
Lilith “Lily” E. named 2025-2026 National Sea Scout Boatswain ElectThe National Boatswain youth selection committee has selected Lilith “Lily” Marie E. of Cypress, Texas as the 2025-2026 National Boatswain Elect. She is a member of Ship 502 chartered to Christ the Redeemer church. Sam Houston Area Council, Houston, Texas is her home council. This position works directly with the 2025-2026 National Boatswain to establish familiarity with […]Sea Scouts News·May 10, 2025
Abigail “Abbey” H. named 2025-2026 National Sea Scout BoatswainThe National Boatswain youth selection committee has selected Abigail “Abbey” H. of Hampstead, North Carolina as the 2025-26 National Boatswain. She is a member of Ship 2003 chartered to Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 6. Cape Fear Council in Wilmington, NC is her home council. Abbey has extensive experience in various leadership roles within Scouting at the local, […]Sea Scouts News·May 10, 2025
Using a Safety Moment in ScoutingSafety is at the heart of Scouting, and as leaders, we have a responsibility to model and encourage safe practices in everything we do.Scouting Wire·May 9, 2025
Scout leads the fight for pollinators, plus other news in Scouting this weekScout leads the fight for pollinators, plus other news in Scouting this weekScouting Magazine·May 9, 2025
5 Tips To Help You Stay Safe From Shark AttacksThe odds of being attacked by a shark are very slim. To help decrease your odds even more, follow these safety tips while in the ocean.Scout Life·May 9, 2025