NBA champ Josh Hart now champions Scouting as the organization’s newest ambassador
The lessons he learned in Scouting have not only helped him in his nine-year pro basketball career. They’ve also helped him in life.
Nat Geo Explorer talks sharks and passion in new Almanac 2027 for kids
Helping people better understand our world has been National Geographic’s mission since its inception more than a century ago.
This sweet fundraiser makes a buzz in Colorado
The Scouts of Troop 989 in Littleton, Colo., have recruited a lot of volunteers to help in their annual fundraiser.
Scouts have served for nearly 100 years at this popular summer destination
The honor guard began nearly a century ago when Michigan’s governor commissioned eight Eagle Scouts to volunteer on Mackinac Island.
2026 Eagle Scout Project of the YearHow creativity brought joy to kids in hospitals
For his exceptional efforts, David Clark received the 2026 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.
Get ready for the 2027 National Wood Badge course
Registration for the next national course — the first since 2022 — is now open.
Focus on reverence with Scouts Read Sacred Texts
Scouts are invited to read on May 7 in conjunction with the National Day of Prayer or anytime between now and then when it’s convenient.
Her Eagle Scout project memorializes late father, other servicemembers
Alexis McCullough’s Eagle Scout service project was an impressive polished black granite memorial devoted to Gold Star families.
New digital tools to help earn merit badges
These free online pages for each merit badge will house informational videos, downloadable resources and helpful links for extended learning.
Hats off to this Cub Scout’s Mount Rushmore project
Cub Scout pack works to deliver what all Americans agree is a crucial addition to Mount Rushmore — a top hat for Abraham Lincoln.
Sea Scout’s Antarctic mission helps shed light on icebergs
This Sea Scout hopes his research will unlock a new understanding about the floating masses of frozen water — and how they could share clues about our planet’s climate.
Your next travel adventure: the International Scout Centre
For more than a century, a place nestled in the mountains of Switzerland has welcomed Scouts and Scouters from around the world. It’s a place for adventure, fellowship and camaraderie.
New summer opportunity for Sea Scouts
Sea Scouts, Venturers and anyone interested in nautical knowledge are invited to Tanah Keeta Scout Reservation from July 5-11.
The purr-fect Summit rank project
Michael Hendricks’ Summit rank project involved filming adoptable felines and editing the footage into creative, captivating reels.
Your guide to this year’s Scout Sunday, Scout Shabbat and Scout Jumuah
Traditionally, many units celebrate Scout Sunday on the Sunday before Scouting America’s birthday, which is Feb. 8. This year, that Sunday falls on Feb. 8.
How do you start a troop tradition?
Planning campouts and day outings works well when adult leaders and Scouts collaborate. If you need help, we have tips and printable planners.
Campfire ring restored at historic Scouting site
Earlier this year, the Silver Bay YMCA held a rededication ceremony for the council ring.
Venturing Ranger Award has been updated to add new interests, enhance safety
The Ranger Award encourages high-adventure activities, such as backpacking, spelunking and whitewater rafting.
This Eagle Scout national yo-yo champion shares how a yo-yo can introduce you to the world
When Jared Marcus first saw someone perform the Mach 5 yo-yo trick, he was instantly mesmerized and wanted to learn how to do it.
Troop’s postcards reach space, thanks to Blue Origin mission
Assistant Scoutmaster David van Alphen was looking for ideas to keep older Scouts in his troop engaged.
Scouts triumph in multisport events as part of new merit badge
Scouts from across the country have been working on this badge and participating in local events or organizing their own.
Eagle Scout project memorializes 14,000 soldiers who fought in the Battle of Okinawa
“I wanted to do something that not only benefitted the many Americans who live in Okinawa, but was also respectful to the Japanese people here,” Avonlea Francis says.
This New Hampshire council camp has gone to the cows
For the past three years, T.L. Storer Scout Reservation, a Spirit of Adventure Council camp, has invited more than Scouts to its property.
Scouter shares the gift of music with troop bugler
Dennis Wagner’s bugle was relegated to sitting on a shelf – still in its box – at his parents’ home. Later, it got moved into his garage. Until he met Mariano Atanassov.
Get ready for a travel-free jamboree
Your Scouts can experience the excitement of an international Scouting event – without leaving home!
Rebuilding a council camp from the ashes
Since the 1950s, Camp Silver Fir served as gateway into California’s Sierra National Forest.
It is time to nominate deserving volunteers for the 2026 Silver Antelope Award
If you want to nominate someone for the 2026 Silver Antelope Award, now is the time.
Let’s meet this year’s national Venturing officers
Every year, Venturers are selected to serve in the national Venturing officers’ association.
Meet the 2025 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award
The National Venturing Leadership Award is given to youth and adults who have gone above and beyond in the Venturing program to make an impact nationally.
Ohio council invests in skilled trade education at camp
The Dan Beard Council is building a 10,000-square-foot facility at Camp Friedlander in Loveland, Ohio.