Breaking: Scouting musical to premiere at Jamboree 2026 then move to the Sphere in Las Vegas
Check out “Do a Good Turn and Take a Bow”, the new Scouting musical! Preview the soundtrack and learn how to get tickets.
A Scout is Human: BSA introduces 13th point to Scout Law
This revolutionary amendment, set to take effect on April 1, 2024, aims to solidify the organization’s stance on the burgeoning question of artificial intelligence (AI) membership within its ranks.
BSA introduces high-tech alternative to strenuous 50-Miler requirements
The BSA’s 50-Miler Award is not supposed to be easy. It is designed to recognize BSA members who cover a trail or canoe or boat route of not less than 50 consecutive miles over a minimum of five consecutive days without the aid of motors.
Astronomy merit badge-seeking Scouts discover Scouting on distant planet
Scientists working with Scouts to complete the Astronomy merit badge uncovered evidence of Scouting on another planet.
Texas teen to become first to complete Eagle project on another planet
Douglas McDonnell of the Circle Ten Council will become the first Scout to complete an Eagle Scout service project on another planet.
BSA announces Campfire in a Box*, a campsite entertainment kit coming in 2023
Announcing Campfire in a Box, a container packed with everything you’ll need to pull off a hilarious, entertaining and over-the-top campfire experience.
Philmont prepares to give the Tooth of Time a good brushing
Yes, you read that right. Philmont Scout Ranch has announced plans to clean its most famous mountain for the first time since the 1940s.
World’s longest Pinewood Derby track will span entire country
The Boy Scouts of America announced today that it will build the Transcontinental Pinewood Derby Track — a 2,560-mile wooden course that will begin in San Francisco and end in New York.
Out-of-this-world high-adventure base to open on the moon
Fifty years after an Eagle Scout was the first human to set foot on the moon, the Boy Scouts of America will create a permanent high-adventure base there.
Boy Scouts of America to introduce Puppy Scouts program
For 106 years, the life-changing experiences enjoyed in Scouting have been limited to humans. Thanks to Puppy Scouts, that’s about to change.
Merit badge emblems to get supersized
April Fools! OK, so merit badge emblems aren’t increasing in size. Relive the fun in this April Fools’ Day post.
BSA introduces Virtual Reality Scouting
April 2 Update: See an important message about VR Scouting at the end of the post. Love Scouting but hate
In an edgy decision, the BSA sets limit on knife-blade length
(Update, April 2, 2013) Please read a special message at the end of the post. Knives. They may be the