Unsung Hero: He quickly identified his dad’s heart attack and took decisive action
For smart and speedy thinking that likely saved his father’s life, Matthew received the Medal of Merit from the Sam Houston Area Council.
Game on! This Eagle Scout is going to college on an esports scholarship
Eagle Scout Hamp Lackey committed to attend Cumberland University on an esports scholarship, where he’ll play the game Rocket League.
For Women’s History Month, let’s salute five female Scouting pioneers
Today, in honor of Women’s History Month, you’ll meet five of the countless female Scouting pioneers throughout history.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 42: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
The latest batch of 12 projects includes a wheelchair-accessible walkway at a Buddhist temple in Virginia, a new organization system for jazz music scores in Illinois and a set of raised gardens in Connecticut.
Yellowstone at 150: Let’s explore Scouting’s ties to the first national park
Through it all, Scouts and Venturers have planned weekend and weeklong trips to Yellowstone, paddling its waters, hiking and snowshoeing its trails, and marveling at its majesty.
Leave a legacy, be OK with mistakes — and 5 other tips for a life-changing Eagle project
Nuruddin Abdul-Rashid’s Eagle project has left an impact on his Virginia town, but the journey has made an impact on him, too.
Lessons learned from an Eagle Scout court of honor conducted via Zoom
The only difference between Jacob Finch’s Eagle Scout court of honor and a “typical” one was the venue. His court of honor was held via Zoom.
How many U.S. presidents were involved in Scouting in their youth?
Of the 12 U.S. presidents who had not yet turned 18 by the time the Boy Scouts of America was founded in 1910, at least six were involved in Scouting in their youth.
Scoutmaster conferences: Tips, guidelines and 20 questions to consider asking
The Scoutmaster conference can serve as both an important check-in and a rare chance to get direct feedback from Scouts.
Notice anything about this list of skills Gen Zers wish they were learning in school?
A new survey identifies subject areas that Gen Zers say they aren’t learning in school — but wish they were. Notice anything about the list?
Unsung Heroes: Scout, his Scouter mom rescue kayaker from possible hypothermia
For his outstanding service that reflects the high ideals of Scouting, Marlin received the certificate of merit from the Sam Houston Area Council.
20% of this company’s employees are Eagle Scouts — but not the CEO who hired them
“When I’m reviewing resumes and I see ‘Eagle Scout,’ that means something to me,” the Earth Data CEO says. “It helps to tilt the scale.”
Celebrate the BSA’s 112th birthday by solving these 12 Scouting-themed Wordles
It’s the BSA’s birthday, and to celebrate, we’ve created 12 Scouting-themed Wordle puzzles just for you. Happy birthday, BSA!
Cub Scout creates incredible — and edible! — replica of his favorite Scout camp
Douglas and his mom created an edible replica of one of his favorite Scouting destinations: Treasure Valley Scout Reservation.
Eagle Scout Army medic donates part of liver to save his dad’s life
When Eagle Scout Jeremiah Trussell, a medic in the U.S. Army, learned that his dad needed a liver transplant, he bravely volunteered.
An Eagle Scout earns his wings — as a U.S. Army paratrooper
Eagle Scout Kaz Kuczma, now 20, earned another set of wings: the Parachutist Badge, also known as “Jump Wings.”
Zane Grey, prolific writer of best-selling Westerns, wrote for Boys’ Life, too
On what would have been Zane Grey’s 150th birthday, let’s look back on the Western writer’s contributions to Boys’ Life magazine.
When is Scout Sunday 2022? And what about Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah?
Through Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah, Scouts take a moment to reflect on their faith. Here’s what you need to know.
2022 Order of the Arrow national officers elected, new region structure debuts
Timothy Reiss, an Eagle Scout from the Pathway to Adventure Council, has been elected to serve as the 2022 Order of the Arrow National Chief.
Pandemic-prompted changes to Scouts BSA advancement requirements expire March 1
On March 1, a set of temporary changes to Scouts BSA advancement requirements, necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, will expire.
Charles McGee, Distinguished Eagle Scout and Tuskegee Airman, dies at 102
Charles E. McGee, a Distinguished Eagle Scout and member of the Tuskegee Airmen, died on Jan. 16. He was 102.
Incredible colorized photo shows Scouts meeting Civil War veterans at Gettysburg
Exactly 75 years after the Battle of Gettysburg, Scouts gathered in Pennsylvania to camp, meet veterans and commemorate the battle.
Eagle project brings comfort and warmth to teens who experienced a school shooting
For her Eagle Scout service project, Anna and her helpers supported Project Linus, which gives blankets to critically ill or traumatized kids.
Cleanup hitter: Scout combines passions for baseball, service into single project
“It made me feel sad to see the place dirty,” the Star Scout says. “That’s my baseball home. I didn’t like it when it wasn’t kept clean.”
BSA’s Roger C. Mosby receives Bronze Wolf, highest award in World Scouting
The World Scout Committee announced that it has presented the Bronze Wolf, the highest honor in World Scouting, to BSA Chief Scout Executive Roger C. Mosby.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 41: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
The latest batch of 16 projects includes a “JoyMobile” performance vehicle in Hawaii, a swim gear rack in Florida and a portable baptistry in Texas.
Scouter finds the perfect counselor for Automotive Maintenance MB: his mechanic
Preston Tyrrell asked his mechanic whether she’d be interested in helping the girls in Troop 284 earn the Automotive Maintenance merit badge.
He signed thousands of Eagle applications, but this one had added significance
This time, the name at the top of the Eagle Scout rank application was Lacy Mehaffey, Chris’ own daughter.
Sister and brother pass Eagle Scout boards of review on the same day
In what felt like a lifetime but was really about 30 minutes, siblings Ellie and Van emerged from their boards. And they had good news.
E.O. Wilson, Eagle Scout biologist known as ‘The Ant Man,’ dies at 92
E.O. Wilson, a Distinguished Eagle Scout and visionary scientist, died on Dec. 26 in Massachusetts. He was 92.