The purr-fect Summit rank project
Michael Hendricks’ Summit rank project involved filming adoptable felines and editing the footage into creative, captivating reels.
Enjoy this video tribute to the first five years of young women in Scouts BSA
This high quality, 12-minute video produced by Chris Bartell, the Cascade Pacific Council’s marketing director, nicely recaps the first five years of young women in Scouts BSA, while also looking forward to a bright future.
Use these videos from the BSA Brand Center to market your unit or council online
Short, fun videos are a great way to capture people’s attention online. But videos like that don’t just make themselves. … Or, do they?!?
Eagle Scout astronaut delivers powerful conservation message … from space!
Kjell Lindgren, Eagle Scout, assistant Scoutmaster, outdoor ethics advisor and NASA astronaut, has a unique view — literally — of Earth. That’s at least in part why he’s so inspired to share with the rest of us the importance of taking care of it.
These Cub Scout Adventures video resources can help your next den meeting
The National Council and 50 councils across the country worked together to produce these Cub Scout Adventures video resources to help den leaders.
Check out Cub Scout Pack 145’s impressive list of do-it-at-home challenges
Faced with challenges stemming from COVID-19, Cub Scout Pack 145 from Christiansburg, Va., did what so many dedicated Scout leaders have had to do during these tough times: They got creative.
Experts provide support for coping with COVID-19
We’re a few months into coping with the COVID-19 pandemic — though it probably feels like so much longer.
Family uses a little Scouting resourcefulness to recreate music video while in quarantine
This Washington family got creative while staying at home because of the coronavirus.
There’s plenty of fun to do at home — take it from a Scout who earned all the merit badges
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it might be difficult to think of ways to do Scouting activities from home. So, we asked an Eagle Scout who earned all the merit badges.
Take your kids on a #TrekAt2 without leaving your house
Your kids can take on rugged explorations they’ve never imagined!
Behind the scenes of that viral YouTube video starring Mr. Beast at a Scout camp
Mr. Beast, the popular YouTuber with nearly 30 million subscribers, recently visited Camp Elmore in the South Florida Council. The result was comedy gold.
Scouting Show and Tell: Holiday Decor
‘Tis the season to deck the halls with tinsel and ornaments. For some Scouting families, that means Scout-themed holiday decor. Plus, check out a “Campfire For Your Home” video!
Here are some ideas to put outdoor skills into action at Scout meetings
Outdoor skills aren’t just for the monthly campout. There are plenty of ways your Scouts can hone their outdoor skills on a regular basis.
Here’s a simple way of setting up a dining fly in an open field
A dining fly is one of the first structures you should put up at camp. But what if you’re in an area away from trees, how do you secure one?
Here’s how to complete a square lashing in half the time
Making tight wraps and fraps when tying a square lashing can take some time, but not with this method.
Here’s a tip to help your Scouts remember how to tie a clove hitch
Did you know a clove hitch is essentially two simple knots? When your Scout is tying lashings, all they need
Always tie a square knot correctly with this tip
Tying a square knot might be confusing for Scouts. “Right-over-left” or was it “left-over-right?” Here’s how to help them.
Try this easy technique next time you need to whip a rope
Whipping a rope can be a little tricky. If your Scout is struggling with the traditional method, you can teach them another way, called “West Country whipping.”
Celebrating culture at the World Scout Jamboree
Last week, Scouts at the World Scout Jamboree took a break from the high adventure activities that the Summit Bechtel
Astronaut talks from orbit to Scouts at the World Scout Jamboree
Astronaut and assistant Scoutmaster Andrew Morgan of Troop 452 in Friendswood, Texas, answered Scouts’ questions while aboard the International Space Station.
Sights and Sounds: The fun begins at the World Scout Jamboree
Let’s take a look at some of the fun more than 40,000 Scouts and leaders are already having in West Virginia.
2019 Eagle Project of the Year: He built an inspirational American flag display
Garrett Johnson of Troop 81 in Tulsa, Okla., received the 2019 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.
Eagle Scout glassblower credits Scouting skills to saving his life
A canoe trip in the Boundary Waters area turned dangerous, but an Eagle Scout’s survival skills kicked in. Today, he makes some amazing glass work at the world’s premier glass museum.
Let’s craft some great decorations for your next banquet or court of honor
Want the decor at your next banquet to really stand out, but you’re on a tight budget? We’re here to help.
Mr. T shows off his Scouting knowledge, donates to Cub Scouts selling popcorn
Mr. T, the star of The A-Team and Rocky III, was shopping for groceries on Saturday when he encountered some Cub Scouts from Pack 311.
You’ve seen the delightful video — now use it to help recruit more Cub Scouts
The BSA released a refreshing new recruiting video featuring boys and girls talking about why they love Cub Scouting so much.
2018 Eagle Scout Project of the Year: He built a fully accessible musical playground
Nathan Fain, an Eagle Scout in Troop 326 of LaGrange, Ga., won the 2018 Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award
Get your popcorn ready — here’s some fun ideas to do ahead of the Oscars
With the Academy Awards nominations out, it’s a good time to dive into some cinematic activities with your Scouts before the red carpet rolls out.
BSA Chief answers your questions about welcoming girls into BSA programs
BSA Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh took time to answer Scouters’ questions about the reasons for the move, implementation and logistics.
2017 Eagle Project of the Year: He built sensory rooms for kids with autism
Blake built two sensory rooms specially designed for children with autism. The project earned him the 2017 Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award.