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New River Gorge, just minutes from the Summit, becomes our 63rd national park
The New River Gorge Bridge (BSA photo by Randy Piland) The New River Gorge in West Virginia, a wild and wonderful adventure playground conveniently located in the Summit Bechtel Reserve’s backyard, has officially become our country’s 63rd national park. That’s great news for the Summit, which already takes full advantage of its proximity to this…
Read MoreFive things young people can do after becoming Eagle Scouts
Venturers enjoy a bicycling trip in 2017. (Photo by Walter P. Calahan/BSA) After an Eagle Scout court of honor, with all the air-fives exchanged and all the red, white and blue cupcakes reduced to crumbs, it might feel like the end of a young person’s character-building journey. But for many newly minted Eagle Scouts, their…
Read MoreUse your head and protect it while driving ATVs
The right fit A poorly fitted helmet won’t provide the best protection. You’ll want the helmet to fit snugly on your head, and not shift when you move your head. You shouldn’t be able to easily squeeze a finger between the helmet and your forehead. Wiggling the helmet with your hands should wiggle your cheeks…
Read MoreEagle Scout with Down syndrome enjoys every minute of journey toward program’s highest rank
Tim Burns enjoyed rock climbing in January 2019. (All photos courtesy of Ben Burns) It’s been 11 years since Tim Burns first spotted the Eagle Scout badge in his Scout Handbook. He knew he wanted it — though, like most new Scouts, he didn’t fully understand all the hard work it would take to get…
Read MoreCub Scouts can build some fun with new Modular Design Preview Adventure
Do your Cub Scouts love to create and build? Then, they’ll be thrilled with the new Modular Design Cub Scout Preview Adventure presented by Snap Ships. Preview Adventures launched two years ago to deliver new adventures on Scouting.org instead of in a handbook. They are offered for a limited time, and these experimental adventures count…
Read MorePrepare for a successful summer of camping at this free OA event open to all
We’re not fully back in the woods just yet, but momentum is building toward a return to normal Scouting adventures. This month, the Order of the Arrow wants to help you and your Scouts continue that momentum, recommit yourself to the joys of camping and prepare for a successful summer season in the outdoors. At…
Read MoreAward-winning volunteer shares how Scouting connects to his family’s Muslim faith
Hassnain Malik (courtesy of the Malik family) It started as a father-son activity — a way for Hassnain Malik to spend more time with the older of his two sons. Before long, as often happens, Scouting became something for the entire family. It became a place where Malik, his wife and their two sons could grow…
Read MoreTexas teen to become first to complete Eagle project on another planet
Douglas McDonnell will complete his project on Mars. All Eagle Scout service projects are helpful, friendly and kind. Some are out of this world. Later this year, Douglas McDonnell, a 16-year-old Life Scout in the Circle Ten Council, will become the first Scout to complete an Eagle Scout service project on another planet. The aspiring…
Read MoreScouts deliver the BSA’s Report to the Nation virtually
Pictured are Aven Alexander, Kendall Jackson, Ann Berry, Ellie Morrison, Derek Porter, Cheryl Johnson, Roger Mosby, Tyler Grey and Tiffany Lebron. When asked about his favorite memory in Scouting, Derek Porter, the national chief of the Order of the Arrow, recalled a two-week, 180-mile-plus trek at the Northern Tier high-adventure base. It was “tough, but…
Read MorePrepare for summer camp now with these helpful tips
Summer camp is a big Scouting step. It is a time for fun, growth, newfound freedom, responsibility and learning — for both Scouts and parents. The more knowledge you have on the front end, the more impactful this experience can be. Here are some tips and advice on how to get ready for summer camp.…
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