To our Scouting Community: Scouting America announced today (02/27/2026) an agreement with the Department of War finalized a commitment to strengthen our longstanding partnership with the U.S. military. As part of Scouting America’s commitment to the agreement, we will be discontinuing the Citizenship in Society merit badge, effective today. It is important to note that […]
Category: Training
To the Participants of Wood Badge Course 13-72-25
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 […]
S.A.F.E GUARDING YOUTH – NEW Required Training
Safeguarding Youth Training (replaces Youth Protection Training) Youth protection is at the heart of everything we do. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we’re all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a joining […]
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