On July 3, watch the final ‘Scout Saturday Live,’ the show made by and for Scouts
“Scout Saturday Live!,” the YouTube show created by Scouts for Scouts will air its series finale at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday, July 3.
Dan Ownby, BSA’s National Chair, talks Scouting’s bright future ahead
Bryan on Scouting caught up with BSA National Chair Dan Ownby to discuss the latest BSA news and what volunteers need to know.
BSA membership fee to change beginning Aug. 1, 2021
The Boy Scouts of America has worked to keep the annual membership fee as low as possible, but with rising operating costs, the fee will be increased to maintain the program.
Need a den chief? Ask a Venturer
Den chiefs do more than help out den leaders; they serve as Scouting role models and encourage others to continue their Scouting journeys.
Five things young people can do after becoming Eagle Scouts
Eagle Scouts have a number of ways to continue their Scouting journey after receiving the highest rank in Scouts BSA.
Greenshirt greatness: Meet your 2021 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award
Nine outstanding Venturers and Venturing Advisors have been named recipients of the 2021 National Venturing Leadership Award.
Inside the Venturing Newsletter, a publication created by and for Venturers
Let’s go inside the Venturing Newsletter, a quarterly digital publication devised, written and designed by Venturers themselves.
Scouts, Venturers from Michigan restore old plane, helping them soar
Under the guidance of a group of devoted volunteers, these Scouts and Venturers got a Cessna back into flying condition after 28 years.
Everything you need to know about Scout Sunday 2021, Scout Sabbath 2021 and Scout Jumuah 2021
Through a trio of faith-based celebrations known as Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah, young people give back to the chartered organizations that give them so much.
North Carolina Crew 151 shows the transformative power of Venturing
“They need Scouting, and Scouting needs them,” one leader says. “We need to bring our country together, and that can start with our youth.”
If you speak a language other than English, here’s a patch you can wear with pride
The interpreter strip is a visible sign to others that you’re available for conversation in a language other than English.
What is ranked-choice voting, and how can it revolutionize your next troop election?
When you switch to ranked-choice voting in the next unit election, you’ll get the most-preferred candidate in the least time.
How to find an alternative meeting location for your pack, troop, ship or crew
We’ve heard from a number of unit leaders looking for an alternative meeting place during the pandemic. Here’s the five-step plan.
Venturer’s conservation project involves worldwide effort to pick up 1 million pieces of trash
During a pandemic, Scouts have had to get creative to continue their adventures and service. Sometimes, the changes transformed their plans into something much greater than they conceived.
Scouts: Share your most EPIC Scouting adventure with the world!
From adventures big to small, we want to hear about your most epic Scouting experience so we can share it via social media and in a coming Facebook Live.
Everything you need to know about virtual summer camps for Cub Scouts and Scouts
This summer, councils from coast to coast are offering virtual camps, delivering many of the best parts of summer camp right to your home.
Venturer becomes first in her council to earn the Summit Award
This outstanding Venturer is the first person in the history of her council to receive the Summit Award, Venturing’s highest honor.
How to run a virtual election for your troop, crew or ship’s youth leaders
If your Scouts BSA troop, Venturing crew or Sea Scout ship can’t hold its next election in person, it’s both easy to move that process online.
Meet Tyler Grey, Venturing’s top youth leader for 2020-2021
Tyler Grey, an Eagle Scout and active Venturer, has been named the 2020-2021 National Venturing Officers’ Association President.
What’s the highest award in every Boy Scouts of America program?
There are dozens of awards in Scouting, but each BSA program (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts) has one that towers above the rest.
Professional costume designer starting a cosplay Venturing crew
A former Venturer is starting a cosplay Venturing crew, blending her self-proclaimed “nerdery” with her professional experience in costume design.
Meet your 2020 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award
Join us as we congratulate these 11 exceptional Venturers and Venturing volunteers who will receive the National Venturing Leadership Award this month.
Advancement during COVID-19: Eagle extensions and more
During this unprecedented interruption to Scouting nationwide, the BSA has released new guidance on advancement during COVID-19.
How to conduct a board of review through videoconferencing
Even before the coronavirus prompted concern about face-to-face meetings, Scouts have been able to conduct boards of review by video.
While home on leave, Army private receives Summit Award, Venturing’s highest honor
Shannon Stokes, a private in the U.S. Army stationed at Fort Sam Houston in Texas, received Venturing’s highest honor at a special ceremony in her hometown.
Tips for planning a successful, diverse Ten Commandments hike
With Scout Sunday, Sabbath and Jumuah slated for this weekend, it might be an ideal time to examine the 12th point of the Scout Law with your Scouts.
Five reasons why VenturingFest 2020 is a can’t-miss event
Registration is open for VenturingFest 2020, the third national gathering of Venturers at the stunning Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.
Exciting change makes this award available to more volunteers
Updates to the William D. Boyce New-Unit Organizer Award make it possible for units to recognize multiple volunteers for their efforts to organize a new unit.
Check out some of the best pack, troop and crew websites of 2019
After browsing hundreds of unit websites, we came up with a list of 10 that do it really well with clean designs and intelligent organization.
When is Scout Sunday 2020? What about Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah?
Scout Sunday 2020, held in February, gives Scouts a highly visible way to show their appreciation for faith-based chartered organizations.