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What greater gift can a young man give his father than the gift of life? Last November, Daniel Domagalski was driving through Jonesboro, Arkansas when he suddenly suffered a seizure. His quick-thinking son, Michael Jones, was able to take the wheel and steer their vehicle through two busy intersections before safely stopping on the side…
Ask anyone who’s been a Scout, and they’ll tell you just as surely as they can recite the Scout Oath and Law: to reach Eagle Scout, you must fulfill all requirements before your 18th birthday. Period. And yet, recent news coverage highlighted one man, Hugh White, who received his Eagle Scout Award at age 65…
Registration for Top Hands 2015 is open, and if you’re part of the professional leadership for the Boy Scouts of America, it’s time to make plans to attend. Taking place in downtown Dallas at the Sheraton Dallas, this meeting will be August 19-21.
Last week when we tasked you with sharing pop culture Scouting references with us, you delivered big time! Two things became clear. One, you guys have great movie and television taste. And two, Scouting is a recurring theme in pop culture, signifying something distinct to different people during different periods of time.
You’ve heard that the 2017 Jamboree staff and youth registration is open , but what you don’t know is that Eagle Scout Climber Matt Moniz will be there and he’s sharing why this jamboree is one for the record books. From Boliva to Africa to Nepal, Matt has been to quite a few summits across the…
The web app that’s sweeping the Scouting nation has gained a user base of 300,000. With features like progress tracking, text message alerts, and shared calendars, it’s no wonder Scoutbook is appealing to the masses of Scouters who like to have a wealth of resources at their disposal, even on-the-go.
This summer, contingents of Arrowmen are hitting the road to deliver the message that Scouting is building new adventures to keep our movement fun, challenging and relevant to America’s youth. These Scouts are helping to celebrate the 100 th anniversary of the Order of the Arrow — Scouting’s national honor society.
As the new Cub Scout program is already wowing Scouts across the country, leaders and volunteers are still engaged in the unending quest to identify what kinds of experiences kids crave (and need) to become well-rounded youth. That’s why we’re bringing you the first in a series of three Cub Scout personas.
A while back, I read a contributed column from a Scout who grew up in the 1950’s. He proudly shared the story of his Scouting adventures and thanked two Korean War veterans who served as Scout leaders for his troop.
You may have seen commercials or TV shows put their own spin on Scouting uniforms or even heard a movie star proclaim “always be prepared.” Maybe your ears perk when you hear a reference to a “Boy Scout” or “Scouting” on the silver screen.
Mark your calendar for October 27 and Sustainability Leadership Day, which will be hosted by the BSA from the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C. This live event will include notable presenters from the National Geographic Society, Sustainable Brands, Green Sports Alliance, Presidio Graduate School, and the BSA National Service Center and will feature an…
Make your plans to attend Scouting’s largest get-together of volunteers and professionals charged with delivering the world’s greatest outdoor program for youth! October 14-18 you can spend four days at Philmont Training Center enjoying backcountry excursions, group sessions, outstanding keynote speakers, outdoor vendor exhibits, clean mountain air, more than 50 sessions with camping and outdoor…
If you haven’t read about the film “Troop 491: The Adventures of the Muddy Lions” on Scouting Newsroom or heard from the director Praheme at the All Markets Strategy Summit, then you might not know this film is making some impressive strides in membership growth for councils across the country.
Summer vacation is getting underway for kids. Undoubtedly, many of their parents already are planning ways to keep them active and outdoors during the break. Some of these parents have adopted what’s being called “ free-range parenting ,” which is sort of a hands-off approach to raising active, independent kids.
One of my favorite moments at our National Annual Meeting is the naming of our recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award, the Boy Scouts of America’s highest award for noteworthy and extraordinary service to youth on a national basis. 2015 Silver Buffalo Recipients (From L-to-R) Front Row: Rick Bragga, John Lea IV, Jeff Jonasen, Glenn…
Are you looking for a tool that’ll sky-rocket your current and future recruiting efforts? Look no further than the Marketing and Membership Hub ! This tool is a one-stop destination for recruiting and marketing materials that’ll help you deliver Scouting adventures like never before.
I’m often asked: what is a typical day for the Chief Scout Executive? One of things that make the job so interesting is that there is no typical day and there are no boring days. I am usually in the office only half the time.
As an employee of the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training, you spend a little, if not most, of your time on the job considering effective recruiting. But how much do you consider alumni of the program (not the steadfast volunteers who have made Scouting their lives, but the adults…
As the nation’s foremost program of youth development, it’s important we stay abreast of trends. Did you know young campers say having a smartphone is almost as important as toilet paper in the outdoors?! It’s hard to deny the nature of camping is changing.
A Scout is hands-on – so are potential Scouts. That’s why the Boys’ Life mini-mags are a great tool to drive interest in joining your unit. Packed with the Boys’ Life content kids love (and can’t get enough of), these mini-mags are sure to pique the interest of youth who thirst for adventure.The 51⁄2-by-71⁄2-inch mini-mag is…
The #NAM2015 spark sessions brought together experts from a variety of fields to deliver industry insights on topics from making the most of the new Cub Scout program to what it takes to mobilize your digital marketing strategy. Councils across the country are well underway in implementing what they gained, but in case you couldn’t…
Scouters know Cub Scouting is all about adventure – camping, getting their hands dirty, exploring nature, and meeting some new friends along the way. But how can you showcase and attract others to these fun and character-building benefits of Cub Scouts?
We are bringing the behind-the-screen skills of Pixar, DreamWorks, Disney and many other creative career opportunities to our Scouts with the recent announcement of the Animation Merit Badge. Our merit badge committee huddled with several animation experts after hearing from our Scouts that animation is a high-interest skill for our members.
This year, the Order of the Arrow (OA) is celebrating its centennial anniversary with a myriad of programs, awards and special events. One way the OA is celebrating is ArrowTour: an interactive program for Scouts, volunteers and Scouting alumni that will travel throughout the country during the summer of 2015.
While those who aren’t part of Scouting dread the looming summer heat, relish the final sights of spring flowers, and prepare to spend a few months primarily indoors, Cub Scouts are counting down to the sunniest season. In their heads dance visions of adventure in the great outdoors.
Through the dedication of its many volunteers, the Boy Scouts of America remains the foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training in America. Today, nearly one million adults provide leadership and mentoring to Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers.
This summer a group of tremendous individuals and their families will be enjoying kayaking, archery, fishing and zip line canopy tours at Scouting’s newest national High-Adventure base . Laughter will fill the air along with cheers for those who are enjoying the thrill of competition and quality family time together.
Experience the best of Scouting, all in one place! Where can you do that, you ask? The 2017 National Scout Jamboree , of course! From stadium shows to merit badges, patch trading to adventure sports, you’ll want to be at the Summit Bechtel Reserve from July 19 to July 28, 2017 .
Did you attend the National Annual Meeting and leave inspired with a story you’d like to share with the Scouting nation? Well luckily for you, Scouting Wire makes it easy to share volunteer or employee news and stories in seconds.
If you’ve been following Scouting Wire, you’ve undoubtedly heard about the STEM Scouts pilot program extending to 12 councils nationwide. But how much do you know about the leadership behind the innovative program? As part of our #BSA5Questions series, we’re helping you get to know Directors of STEM Programs April McMillan and Trent Nichols.
Did you get a chance to check out the Pearson Exhibit Hall at #NAM2015? If so, you definitely caught a glimpse of the front-and-center Polaris booth that was crowded with off-road vehicles for Scouts of all ages. And if you walked in little closer to the booth you probably learned about the BSA’s ongoing partnership…
The Boy Scouts of America National Foundation exists to help secure the future of Scouting. For decades, the Foundation has worked with our local councils and donors to nurture the philanthropic culture of Scouting. Fiscal security enables councils and volunteers to dream big and create innovative ways to engage today’s youth.
Last week at #NAM2015, you heard about the web app that tracks the Scouting experience from the first campout to completing an Eagle Scout service project. Now, hear from the creator of Scoutbook himself in the video below. Shawn Jackson has been part of Scouting for 15 years and has three Scout sons.
One of the most long-awaited and popular events of #NAM2015 delighted Scouters and Scouts from across the nation with a breakfast few are likely to forget. Sponsored by the National Eagle Scout Association, the Americanism Breakfast concluded this morning and featured some of the most outstanding Scouts in Boy Scouts of America.
What do you get when you mix zip line simulations, a Sasquatch photo opp, a wilderness survival Eagle Scout celebrity, a real life NASCAR driver, and the chance to shoot arrows at a moving target? The answer: really excited Scouters.
The National Annual Meeting’s Duty to God breakfast is long anticipated for the ever-reverent Scouts and Scouters in Atlanta this week. Emceed by Scouter Don Dare, this year’s breakfast brought best-selling author and Air Force pilot Scott O’Grady to the stage, where he shared how he survived six days eluding enemy troops after his plane…
Before thousands of Scouts and Scouters this morning, the 2015 NESA scholarship award recipients were honored at #NAM2015 ‘s Americanism Breakfast. From leading the future of STEM innovation, to changing how San Diego runs the foster care system to serving the medical needs of those in underserved areas, the award recipients’ service to their communities…
The BSA’s highest honor for adults is not handed out to just anyone. Silver Buffaloes are rare and the title is hard-earned for adult volunteers who pour tremendous dedication into Scouting and the BSA. As the National Annual Meeting in Atlanta wraps up, the honor and accompanying red and white medals are about to be…
During the 2015 Boy Scouts of America National Annual Meeting, National President Dr. Robert M. Gates encouraged the Scouting family to reflect in the days and months ahead on the challenges facing the BSA and potential alternatives for addressing them.
Today, the 2014 Annual Report is available for your perusal and what you’ll soon find is this year’s report is our most exciting one yet. Why? It’s gone digital! Instead of flipping through a huge report or scrolling through a massive PDF, you can browse the annual report online to get a comprehensive look at…
It was like a diversity-focused Justice League assembly in Atlanta, GA, on the day leading up to #NAM2015 (that’s, National Annual Meeting ). Leaders like incoming Chief Scout Executive Michael Surbaugh and W.W. Grainger VP of Corporate Accounts Michael Dubose enlivened the All Markets Strategy Summit stage, electrifying the conversation around the BSA’s ongoing mission to…
Established in 2014, Scouting Works offers brands the opportunity to partner with one of the nation’s most recognized and trusted organizations (that’s the BSA, of course). It’s more than a new department within the BSA’s National Service Center in Irving, Texas — it is an innovative new approach that seeks to foster collaboration with like-minded brands…
Look in the hands of nearly any kid today and you’ll see a mobile device lit up with the latest animated film or the must-have gaming app of that week. But animation isn’t just for entertainment, it’s everywhere you look.
Hey all you adrenaline junkie Scouts and Scouters out there! The 2015 Guide to Safe Scouting is now available online , and it’s filled with need-to-know information for the thrill-seeking Scout. Whether you’re into snowboarding, skateboarding, BMX biking, climbing or shotguns, this year’s updated Guide to Safe Scouting will provide you with the critical requirements for…
Sustainability is a big word with many aspects. But when you break it down, it goes hand in hand with being a good Scout. Sustainability means the ability to endure. Conserving the land, forests, air, water, wildlife, and limited resources we all share is everyone’s responsibility.
The BSA prepares young people for lives of service by providing opportunities for them to help their communities through service to others. During 2014, Scouts across America recorded 14,356,107 hours of service to their communities at a value of more than $323 million (based on a national volunteer-hour value of $22.55).
The Boy Scouts of America launched two new merit badges in 2014 focused on the careers, hobbies, and activities Scouts enjoy: Mining in Society and Digital Technology, the latest in a series of merit badges covering science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics.
Scouts do things. They build, they play with purpose, they make friends and work together. They set goals and clear them. They go places—physically, mentally, and spiritually. These life-changing experiences—and the confidence they provide—become bricks in the wall of childhood.
The BSA prepares young people for leadership by giving them the skills to take responsibility and teach by example. For example, Eagle Scout is the highest attainable rank in Boy Scouting, and Scouts must demonstrate proficiency in leadership, service, and outdoor skills at multiple levels before achieving the Eagle rank.
Serving as the 12 th Chief Scout Executive has been the highlight of my professional career – and not for the reasons you may think. In this role, I am able to connect to our broader organization – our employees, volunteers and families – to ensure we’re delivering the best Scouting experience to America’s youth.
