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Changes all around… I just wanted to take a moment to alert Scouting News readers of a few changes that have occurred around here, and a few that are in the works. 1) If you are subscribed to the Scouting News RSS feed, you will notice it is now publishing the full articles instead of…
As you are well aware, Barack Obama is now the President Elect of the United States of America. No matter how you looked at the election, it was going to be historic. If the Republican candidates won the election, America would have its first female Vice President.
Back in July, Scouting News reported that the National Council reorganized its professional staff . Following suit, last month the National Volunteer Committee Structure was reorganized. As you can see there are four types of committees: Standing, Support, Special and Ad Hoc.
The National Sea Scout Committee has selected a new National Sea Scout Commodore. Mr. Charles D. Wurster took over the title from the outgoing Commodore Mrs. Jimmie Homburg. Mr. Wurster posted a letter of introduction (quoted below) on the Sea Scouting Website which also discussed the recent reorganization; placing Sea Scouting under the "Outdoor Adventures…
A group of Boy Scouts donated their time this week, along with members of the New Braunfels Tree of Lights Committee, helping replace over 2500 light bulbs for the New Braunfels Tree-lighting event. In past years, only the bulbs that had burned out were replaced, meaning that more bulbs would go out after the tree…
Besides the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Academic Scholarship , and the NESA Merit Scholarships , which we have covered over the past two days, there are other scholarships available to Eagle Scouts. Before I get started, know that this list is no where near complete.
An interesting solution to a temporary skate park's liability: A local co-ed Boy Scout troop has agreed to take on the liability of hosting a temporary skate park in the parking lot of a local business - a proposal the council rejected because of liability risks in September.
Yesterday, we featured information on the National Eagle Scout Association Academic Scholarships , today the focus is on the NESA Merit Scholarships, tomorrow "Other" Eagle Scout Scholarships. The NESA Merit Scholarship is called the Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship. Each BSA region reviews applications and awards a varying number of these $1,000 scholarships.
This is the weekend video from the 50th anniversary of Pipsico Scout Reservation.
It is time for Eagle Scouts to start working on their 2009 National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Scholarship applications. NESA offers two types of scholarships, Academic and Merit. Today's article is all about the NESA Academic Scholarship, we will be focusing on the Merit Scholarships tomorrow, and "other" Eagle Scout Scholarships in two days.
This story by KXAN shows a Capitol Area Council Boy Scout in Burnet, Texas, performing his very cool Eagle Scout project: repainting and restoring an F-100 fighter jet that's a static display at Burnet Municipal Airport.
Some of you may remember hearing about the Boy Scouts of America preparations to launch a Social Network site for its members. This fall, the BSA plans to launch its first social networking site where volunteers and Scouts can sign up to receive information about the program.
Dr. William H. Smith, 88, of Katonah, died on October 22, 2008. Dr. Smith ("Doc") was born in New York City on December 16, 1919 and was raised in Cold Spring, New York. He attended the University of Rochester School of Medicine and interned in pediatrics at the University of Chicago and the University of…
The Northern New Jersey Council is proud to welcome our new Scout Executive, Douglas W. Dillow, as of October 1, 2008. Doug will lead the council in an exciting initiative to bring enhanced programs of the Boy Scouts of America and Learning for Life to an increased number of boys and girls in Bergen, Essex…
This was a live report done by News 8 Austin's Amy Hadley, profiling opportunities for kids in Boy Scouts, Sea Scouts and Cub Scouts. Anyone interested in joining Scouting in Central Texas should visit www.bsacac.org and click on the "Join Scouting" link.
According to The Telegraph, Trails West Council is discussing the possibility of a merger with Okaw Valley Council.
This story by KXAN shows Boy Scouts from Troop 4277 in the Capitol Area Council, building a wheelchair ramp for a man with no legs and missing his lower right arm. Community service is a key to the Scouting program, and Scouts are always looking to "do a good turn daily".
A news clip about Mathew, a 41-year old man with Down Syndrome who became an Eagle Scout.
The Grand Canyon Council, Boy Scouts of America is proud to present the 3rd Annual Exploring and Learning for Life 10K and 5K Race.
A recap of Pack 333's trip to Ft. Snelling. Includes history of Ft. Snelling, told by the Cub Scouts.
There was a lot of Buzz about the Atlanta Area's Council "Boy Scout Hour" radio show at the beginning of the month. Learn more about the show and see what they are talking about after three weeks of broadcasting.
Eagle Scout worked to get mixers donated to help assist U.S. officials in teaching Afghans how to prepare "Strong Foods" in order to fight malnourishment.
New ecommerce platform enables Boy Scouts to extend their fundraising efforts online and via email, expanding the reach of their flagship popcorn fundraiser..
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting® is pleased to announce its high adventure leadership program for older Catholic Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members at Philmont Scout Ranch.
In order to make the 2010 National Scout Jamboree "The Best, Most Exciting, Fun-Filled, Safest Jamboree Ever" the services handled in the past as "Health and Safety" has been split into two separate services.
The final report of the 21st World Scout Jamboree, which took place in 2007, has been released.
A task force was put together by the National Health and Safety Committee in order to come up with immunization policies for participation in BSA activities.
Eagle Scout selected as reciepeint of Eagle Scout Scholarship from the Souther Region Trust Fund.
Old North State Council (ONSC) is teaming up with Trone to focus on the Boy Scouts of America’s 100th anniversary campaign.
Three Fires Council is proud to present the 2008 Haunted Hike.
The Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association (SAA) Photo Contest Committee is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Northern Tier staff photo competition.
How can you as a Scout or Scouter make a difference in the fight against Poverty? This post is part of Blog Action Day 2008.
Scoutmaster Welton has now been leading Troop 4 for over a year – one of the first, pioneering traditional Boy Scout troops “behind bars” in the U.S.
This year, JOTA celebrates its 51st anniversary. JOTA follows a 48 hour schedule beginning at 0000 local time on Saturday, October 18, continuing through 2400 local time on Sunday, October 19.
The University of Evansville has teamed up with America’s Scouting organizations to create the UE Scouting Scholarship – a $55,000, four-year award for recipients of the Scouting’s highest honors.
National Supply Group has released a Holiday Gift Catalog. You can view the offers online.
The rumors have been confirmed, Double H High Adventure Base will be closing after the 2009 season.
The National Scouting Museum is hosting the 3rd annual "Race to the National Scouting Museum" family fun day event on Saturday, October 18, 2008.
Potawatomi Area Council dedicated their new Council service center at the end of September.
The National Council approved a number of different Square Knots over the last year. Here is a brief description of four of them.
There is a push, albeit a small one right now, to get the Boy Scouts of America listed as a Cause on SocialVibe. Your help is needed!
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), located in California, has developed a program for Boy and Girl Scouts interested in working on geology related merit badges.
On September 27, 2008, the Senate Passed bill H.R. 5872, the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act
Mid-America Council is looking for assistance from other BSA Councils to memorialize the victims and heroes of the Little Sioux Scout Ranch Tornado that occurred on June 11, 2008.
Boy Scouts spending the week at Camp Geronimo, north of Payson, awoke over the summer to see heavily armed officers and SWAT team members parading through their camp.
A Northern Star Council Boy Scout Troop is celebrating a record number of African American Eagle Scouts within a single Troop.
The Order of the Arrow is now approved as an Official Certifying Organization for the President's Volunteer Service Award.
Russell Martin honored for lending his name and image to the "We Fill Big Shoes" Scouting campaign in Los Angeles.
Henry Repeating Arms announced the release of its Henry Golden Boy "Boy Scouts of America® Centennial Edition" licensed rifle.
Irving, Texas and Gondola Adventures Team up in Support of the Boy Scouts of America, Last Frontier Council. Irving Gondoliers Row a Popcorn-filled Gondola on the Oklahoma River To Raise Awareness of the Start of Popcorn Sales.
