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The U.S. military may soon cut ties with Scouting America due to claims that the youth organization “no longer supports the future of American boys."

Oct 17, 2025 - Leave No Trace teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.  This copyrighted information has been reprinted with permission from Leave No Trace....

A Scout is thrifty! Everywhere you look, you see prices increasing for every day items as well as for specialty items. Unless you’re looking for a new Order...

Oct 20, 2025 - The Leave No Trace principles might seem unimportant until you consider the combined effects of millions of outdoor visitors. One poorly located campsite or...

Oct 20, 2019 - Getting the most from your adventure is not always easy. To help you succeed, Venturing uses four areas of emphasis to help the crew plan and carry out its...

Oct 24, 2025 - Serving Scouts With Disabilities Essentials Inclusion Toolbox AbleScouts Email the Special Needs Chair FAQ Is scouting inclusive of children with disabilities?...

Oct 16, 2025 - Learn about the Boy Scouts of America’s adult leader training program, including Youth Protection Training and Cyber Chip.

Jan 14, 2025 - Scouts and their parents expect all Scouting America activities to be conducted safely. To ensure the safety of participants, Scouting America expects leaders...

Dec 5, 2025 - Overview To encourage the development of boardsailing skills Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouting America members, Venturers, Sea Scouts, Explorers and...

When going through a lodge merger, one of the most important aspects of the process is to decide upon a suitable, appropriate lodge name.

Feb 18, 2025 - Download the entire guide to Boy Scouts of America patches & insignias, including placement on uniforms.

Nov 2, 2021 - Overview To recognize members who cover the trail or canoe or boat route of not less than 50 consecutive miles; take a minimum of five consecutive days to...

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview Certification grants a Scout the right to carry matches and build campfires. Scouts must show their Scout leader, or someone designated by their...

March is Women’s History Month and in honor of it we are taking a comprehensive look at the history of women in the Order of the Arrow!

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview To encourage proper use of woods tools, training others in Totin’ Chip skills, and creating a simple outdoor project using acquired woods tool...

Nov 12, 2025 - IRVING, TX (November 11, 2025) – Scouting America proudly joins the nation in honoring the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed...

Jul 6, 2022 - Council Management Support Council Assessments Council Board Resources Council Fiscal Management Journey to Excellence GO TO COUNCIL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT Council...

Jul 10, 2020 - Overview To bring appreciation to the ideals, principles, and traditions that have made our country strong; requirements emphasize cooperation between historic...

May 14, 2025 - Scouting SKILLS Prepared. For Life.® Through Scouting America programs, Scouts learn a variety of skills that prepare them to confront challenges through...

Apr 22, 2025 - Merit Badges All Merit Badges A-Z Eagle-required Merit Badges Digital Resource Guides Counselor Information Featured Career Sponsors Tips and Guides Scouts BSA...

Nov 3, 2024 - The National Venturing Officers Association (NVOA) consists of the National Venturing President, the five National Venturing Vice Presidents, and their...

Feb 18, 2025 - Careers Open Positions Become a Professional Scouter Benefits Scout Camp Scouting Degree Programs at West Virginia University A Career with Merit The Boy...

Nov 21, 2025 - ScoutsBSA proudly provides leadership and experiences to youth from 11 to 17 years old. Learn more about the Boy Scouts of America’s program here!

Nov 4, 2025 - Dozens of universities, Scouting America local councils, and religious, civic, and military organizations offer college scholarships to Venturing Summit Rank...

Oct 19, 2024 - National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) National Youth Leadership Training is an exciting, action-packed program designed for councils to provide youth...

Nov 26, 2025 - The United States and Scouting America have had a partnership for over 100 years, but it's likely going to come to an end

Nov 17, 2025 - Every American child deserves the opportunity to grow in confidence, leadership, character development and service.

Throughout every position we hold, whether it be within the Order of the Arrow or beyond, change is a constant part of our lives. It can be new and exciting...

Nov 10, 2025 - The Cub Scouts are one of the BSA's premier programs, offering citizenship, character, personal fitness, and leadership for youth in grades K to 5.

Five years after it began allowing girls to join, the organization will be known as Scouting America. The name change goes into effect next year.

Oct 28, 2025 - Selected Scouting America alumni are invited to join a national Harris Poll study on Scouting’s lasting impact.

Mar 24, 2025 - Common sense tells us that training is important, and research shows the importance of trained leaders. A trained leader is knowledgeable and more confident in...

Mar 4, 2025 - The Scout Oath instills in youth that, “On my honor I will do my best … to help other people at all times.” Emergency care is no exception. The...

Aug 15, 2025 - The Language of Scouting and BSA Style ManualRevised February 2020 This reference is the Boy Scouts of America’s definitive resource on terms and style...

Dec 10, 2025 - Get Ready for an adventureof a lifetime Register For an Adventure Trek At One of Scouting America’s 4 National High Adventure Bases Our National High...

Nov 25, 2025 - In the leaked memo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly said the Boy Scouts had become an organization that attacks "boy-friendly spaces."

Jan 20, 2025 - Scouting Safely Guide to Safe Scouting Online Version Scouting America Scouter Code of Conduct Youth Protection and Adult Leadership Aquatics Safety Camping...

May 2, 2025 - The Venturing A-L-P-S program model provides a framework for a dynamic program of Adventure, Leadership, Personal growth, and Service. It is grounded in a...

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview Grants a Scout the right to carry and use woods tools. Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouts BSA youth members. How To Get the Award Purchased in...

For official Scouting America gifts, our medal frames and certificate frames are perfect for Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremonies.

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview To recognize youth members who serve as den chief for at least a year, understand Cub Scouting, attend den chief training, and are active. Who Can...

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Sep 23, 2025 - We present the Baseball America Scouting Dictionary, the first time all important scouting terms have been brought together in one clip-and-save resource.

Jan 5, 2021 - From the first knot tied to final hours of service performed, the Scouting experience is a journey like none other. And Scoutbook is your go-to tool to ensures...

Oct 19, 2024 - In order to be a good advocate for the Venturing program, it is essential to know the correct program terminology and organizational structure. This page...

Dec 23, 2024 - What awards are available to adult leaders in Cub Scouts? Read about them here!

Oct 19, 2025 - Applications Workbook FAQ Award Requirements Conservation & Environment Conservation Awards Introduction of the Scouting America Distinguished...

Nov 24, 2025 - Over the course of the campaign, Scouts logged almost 100,000 volunteer hours and removed more than 43,000 pounds of plastic and over 93,500 pounds of other...

Oct 15, 2024 - Merit badges, badges of rank, and Eagle Palms may be earned by registered Scouts, including Lone Scouts, and by qualified Venturers or Sea Scouts who are not...

May 7, 2024 - The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America.

Dec 2, 2025 - Download the forms to complete your Annual Health and Medical Record for Scouting events, high adventure bases, and more.

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview To recognize Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts or Venturers who excel in outdoor participation; there are six areas of emphasis (camping, aquatics, hiking,...

Sep 15, 2025 - Scouting is happening all around the world. There are National Scout Organizations representing their home countries and delivering the promise of Scouting in...

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Dec 5, 2025 - Overview To encourage youth members to learn and become proficient in snorkeling skills and to snorkel safely. Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouting...

Nov 21, 2025 - Scouting America partnered with 10,000 for the Troops, Boots for Troops, and Holiday Cards 4 Our Military Challenge to deliver messages of gratitude and cheer...

Mar 4, 2025 - The World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), of which Scouting America is a member, is divided into six regions: Africa, Arab, Asia-Pacific, Eurasia,...

Jul 27, 2025 - 1910: Scouting America was established. In the very first National Executive Board meeting report, there was a discussion about finding ways to retain older...

Dec 5, 2025 - Overview To encourage the development of kayaking skills and water safety. Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouting America members and Venturers. How To...

Dec 16, 2024 - The Guide to Advancement is your up to date walkthrough of how to help your child progress through the ranks & programs of the BSA!

Nov 3, 2025 - The two former Boy Scout councils will form one organization that will oversee year-round outdoor programs and camping facilities.

Apr 1, 2025 - Overview To encourage swimming skills and recognize Scouts who swim one mile or more. Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouting America members, Venturers,...

Jul 30, 2025 - The BSA National High Adventure Bases take outdoor adventures to the next level. Experience backpacking, hiking, canopy tours, and more!

Jun 10, 2024 - Interpreter Strip Above are just some of the languages available. Scouting is a worldwide organization and  encourages youth and adults to share their culture...

May 6, 2025 - Have an idea for a brand new crew? There aren’t any crews close to you? Not finding what you want? Organizing a Venturing crew is easy to do! Check out our...

Jul 9, 2025 - Den Leader Tips & Tricks Videos Rank Overview Den Leader tips

This volunteer board is a compilation of volunteer positions within the Order of the Arrow at the national level. As a nonprofit organization that prioritizes...

Nov 10, 2025 - Scouting America are committed to creating safe environments for Scouts and leaders. Child abuse is an uncomfortable topic but an important one for us to cover...

Oct 19, 2024 - You love exploring your passions, making new friends, and discovering the world. You’re always looking for an adventure. Rappelling a cliff. Perfecting...

Aug 5, 2025 - Professional running back David Montgomery motivates and inspires Scouting’s newest class with his personal experiences in football, Scouting and life. Join...

Official website of the Order of the Arrow - Scouting's National Honor Society.

The History Center offers a variety of affordable and thoughtfully-taught Scout merit badge workshops. Check below for available workshops in our 2025 – 2026...

Dec 17, 2025 - Learn about the Boy Scouts of America's Youth Protection program, including training resources, the Cyber Chip, barriers to abuse, and more.