Thank you for attending the best Scouting Leadership Program in the World. It was evident that you were engaged, thoughtful, excellent learners. I especially enjoyed joining your campfire on the first evening of your program, and telling my story. Sitting quietly in the nearby woods the following evening, I was a bit disappointed by the […]
Author: Adam Gerstein
Nominate a Dedicated Scouter for the Silver Beaver Award
The Scouting movement has advanced through the efforts and dedication of many volunteers. Often recruited with a request for “an hour a week commitment” many have gone on to make Scouting and service to youth in other organizations their lifetime passion. The BSA established the Silver Beaver Award to recognize noteworthy service to youth by […]
Help Wanted – Join the Fun!
Scouting runs on volunteers — and we need your help to make these two big Cub Scout events a success: Cub Scout Safari – Oct 4, Hoyt Scout Reservation, 9 AM to 4 PMHands-on activities, exciting challenges, Adventure Awards, and special rank programs for Lions through Arrow of Light. Adventure Awards: Lions (Kindergarten): Mountain Lion & […]
Range Activity SAFEty Training – NEW 09/27/2024
Effective 9/27/2024 this training is available on my.scouting.org All Scouts BSA troops, Venturing crews, and Sea Scout ships who provide unit-level sponsored/planned range and target activities must have at least one registered unit leader 21+ years of age take the Range Activity SAFEty online training available on my.scouting.org. This individual must be present at the range during the […]
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