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.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 73: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
On Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
Hawaii Scouts honor veterans at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
Troop Traditions: Every Memorial Day weekend, Scouts plant flags and flower leis to honor veterans at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 72: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
On Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
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.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 71: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 70: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
The purr-fect Summit rank project
Michael Hendricks’ Summit rank project involved filming adoptable felines and editing the footage into creative, captivating reels.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 69: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
Fidget blankets, Polar Express and more Christmas trees in the latest Scouting news
A mayor’s request leads to a magical bus transformation, comfort comes in the form of fidget blankets and Christmas cleanup in the latest Scouting news.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 68: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
Popcorn, Christmas trees and food bank help in the latest Scouting news
Scouts donate money and food from California to Virginia in the latest news. A Christmas tree collection project in Nebraska runs until next weekend.
Stuffed animals, Pelican Girls and return to camp in the latest Scouting news
Hundreds of bears will go to patients at an Ohio hospital because of this Cub Scout’s effort. Plus, an Eagle Scout honors her 9th-great-grandmother and Scouts return to fire-ravaged Camp Josepho.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 67: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
Aaron on Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities.
Scouts revive holiday tradition, plus other news in Scouting
Scouts revive holiday tradition, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Cub Scout’s quick action saves sister and Community youth serve up gratitude for first responders.
Campfire ring restored at historic Scouting site
Earlier this year, the Silver Bay YMCA held a rededication ceremony for the council ring.
Cape Cod Scouts rescue hiker, plus other news in Scouting this week
Cape Cod Scouts rescue hiker, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Cub Scouts give back ahead of Thanksgiving and Scout rallies the community to help pets in need.
Scouting America pays tribute to veterans, plus other news this week
Scouting America pays tribute to veterans, plus other news this week, including Scout revitalizes local veterans memorial and Student improves school safety with Eagle Scout Project
buildOn Treks allow Scouts to develop character and serve others brick by brick
Helping other people at all times comes in many forms. For Aeron Gurskis and Julian Vignoles from Troop 27 in Belmont, Calif., it meant spending 10 days last summer in a remote village in another part of the world, working alongside members of that community to change lives.
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.
Three sisters, one honor, plus other positive news in Scouting this week
Three sisters, one honor, plus other positive news in Scouting this week, including Scout’s project makes waters safer in Ohio and Scout brings history to life.
The numbers are in: Scouting for Clean Waterways is making an impact
More than 130,000 pounds of plastic and other trash have been removed from the environment since the launch of Scouting for Clean Waterways earlier this year.
Extreme Makeovers, Round 66: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
This is the 66th entry in our occasional series showcasing before-and-after photos of Eagle Scout projects. The latest batch of five projects — from five different states — includes installing protective screens, creating memorial gardens and improving trail safety.
Add to our list of big and small ways to say thanks to Scouting volunteers
Recognition comes in two forms, formal and informal. Both can be powerful, and both help Scouting’s adult leaders feel valued.
Calling all Cub Scouts to spread holiday cheer to our military (while completing citizenship Adventures)
The holidays can be a lonely time for troops stationed at military bases far from home. Thanks to a new initiative available only for the next month, Cub Scouts can help — and complete a citizenship requirement at the same time.
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.
At Philmont, Scouts are taking the pledge to conserve the environment then spreading the word when they get home
Julianna Munoz, Aarya Paraskar and Andrew Penrose all went to Philmont Scout Ranch this year to experience one of the most pristine, gorgeous wilderness areas in North America. They each returned home with so much more.
Troops rebuild roots, plus other news in Scouting this week
Troops rebuild roots, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Against all odds: A Scout’s journey to Eagle and a Scout brings water where it’s needed most.
This Eagle Scout’s mission earned her TIME’s Kid of the Year
Tejasvi Manoj, at just 16 years old, created Shield Seniors, a cybersecurity web platform designed for older adults.
Eagle Scout builds playground for dogs, plus other news in Scouting this week
Eagle Scout builds playground for dogs, plus other news in Scouting this week, including Scout brings special wind phone to community and Eagle Scout creates outdoor reading space.