Long-standing tradition to continue with president to appear at Jamboree

Since 1937 — the first National Jamboree ever held — presidents have stopped by to speak to Jamboree participants. The tradition is set to continue in 2017.

Astronauts Train at Philmont Before Landing on the Moon - Philmont Scout Ranch

Apollo astronauts pose for a group photo at Philmont Scout Ranch during a geology field trip in June of 1964. Pictured from left to right: From left to right, they are: Pete Conrad, Buzz Aldrin, Dick...

Five things to think about when asking Scouts to camp in the cold

Winter camping can be a magical experience for those who venture into the wild with the right gear, the right plan and the right state of mind.

Boy Scouts of America Selects Roger Krone as New President and Chief Executive Officer - Scouting...

The Boy Scouts of America has chosen Roger A. Krone to serve as its next President and Chief Executive Officer.

Extreme Makeovers, Round 56: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos

To fully understand the impact Eagle Scout projects have, you need to see to believe. That’s why we ask to see Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos.

Guidance for honoring veterans with grave site flags on Memorial Day

Keep these tips in mind if your Scouting unit is planning to honor our fallen veterans this Memorial Day.

'Social distancing court of honor' held in new Eagle Scout's front yard

Phillip LaVell Twilley, a member of Troop 457 of Memphis, Tenn., received his Eagle Scout Award at a special court of honor held in his front yard.

Here's proof Martin Luther King Jr. was a Boy Scout

The rumors are true: Martin Luther King Jr. was a Boy Scout. He was registered as a member of Troop 151, which met at Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Noah Harris, Harvard’s student body president, is an Eagle Scout

Noah Harris, an Eagle Scout from Mississippi, is the first Black man elected student body president of Harvard.

Eagle Scout shares why she continues to serve Scouting both at home and abroad

Eagle Scout Selby Chipman is plenty busy with her current day-to-day tasks. And still, she makes time for Scouting.

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Remembering Gerald R. Ford, our only Eagle Scout president

On Presidents Day, let's remember Gerald R. Ford, our 38th president and, at least so far, our only Eagle Scout president.

Life Scout performs CPR on younger brother with COVID-related illness

The 15-year-old followed the procedure he'd learned — and practiced — while earning the First Aid merit badge as a Scout in Troop 177 of New York.

10 black leaders who got their start in Scouting

In celebration of Black History Month, we wanted to share a list of 10 prominent African-American leaders who got their start in Scouting.

U.S. House of Representatives passes resolution supporting the BSA

Reps. Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.) and Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.) co-sponsored a resolution supporting the designation of a “Boy Scouts of America Day."

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.

Scout teams up with Buffalo Bills defensive lineman for Eagle project - On Scouting

When the workday came, more than 80 volunteers showed up, including Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Harrison Phillips.

Ashton Kutcher confirms that he's a Cub Scout den leader

Why does the famous actor keep walking around the streets of Los Angeles in a BSA uniform? Because he's a den leader in his son's pack.

February 8, 2024, Marks 114th Birthday of Boy Scouts of America - Scouting Newsroom

More than 130 million young men and women have traveled the trail of Scouting to seek adventure, learn skills and develop the leadership and character that has helped steer America for well over a...

New York Eagle project honors the 'man in the red bandanna,' 9/11 hero

Christopher Walsh's project is a memorial to the "man in the red bandanna," who had died while saving strangers on Sept. 11, 2001.

10 black leaders who got their start in Scouting

In celebration of Black History Month, we wanted to share a list of 10 prominent African-American leaders who got their start in Scouting.

Mike Leach, football coach and Eagle Scout, dies at 61

Leach, who earned the rank of Eagle in 1975 from Troop 58 in Cody, Wyoming, was an ardent supporter of Scouting.

Before entering hospice, Jimmy Carter joined his grandchild’s Scout troop on a walk

The former President and his wife Rosalynn were joined on their daily walk by the Scouts of Troop 101 in Atlanta.

6 ways to help young people remember the true meaning of Memorial Day

Somewhere along the way, we forgot what Memorial Day is all about. Here are six ways to help young people keep that patriotic pledge going.

Mr. T shows off his Scouting knowledge, donates to Cub Scouts

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.

Let’s tip our hats to Eagle Scout William Byron, winner of the Daytona 500

Eagle Scout William Byron learned all he needed to know about perseverance from Scouting. He just won the Daytona 500.

100 Photos of Star Wars Pinewood Derby Cars

Jump into hyperspace with these awesome Star Wars-themed Pinewood Derby cars built by Scout Life readers.

Perseverance pays off: Meet the Scout who named the next Mars rover

Alex Mather, a Scout in the National Capital Area Council, submitted the winning name, Perseverance, in NASA's "Name the Rover" contest.

Campout Safety Checklist

SUMMARY Camping is a long-honored tradition for many families, including the Scouting America family. Timing, supplies, and location should be determined ahead of time so you can make the most of...

Perseverance pays off: Meet the Scout who named the next Mars rover

Alex Mather, a Scout in the National Capital Area Council, submitted the winning name, Perseverance, in NASA's "Name the Rover" contest.

20% of today’s astronaut graduating class are Eagle Scouts

It’s the third-highest percentage of Eagles ever, ranking behind only the classes of 1962 (33.3%) and 1969 (28.6%), and tying with the class of 1978.

6 ways to help young people remember the true meaning of Memorial Day

Somewhere along the way, we forgot what Memorial Day is all about. Here are six ways to help young people keep that patriotic pledge going.

Scouters in Action: They saved the drowning man from the rip current!

The Scouts from Troop 71 in Forest Grove, Pennsylvania, were enjoying a nice swim on a Delaware beach last summer when a crisis suddenly developed.

All of this troop's high school seniors are Eagle Scouts, and here's why

In an age of endless extracurricular options and a high-pressure high school environment, how did every last one of Troop 501's seniors reach his goal?

Camping is not only fun, it's good for your health - On Scouting

There are plenty of reasons to go camping. It's fun; you can learn new skills; you can relax -- but it also has health benefits. 

“Just keep him talking.” How this Scout saved his friend from a possible suicide

Shawn Sweeney, a Scouts BSA youth in Texas, was on the phone with a longtime family friend when he heard five words that chilled him to the bone.

Carbon monoxide detectors installed for a merit badge saved his family

“You don’t know when a situation like this could happen to you and your family,” the First Class Scout from Indiana says.

Guidance for honoring veterans with grave site flags on Memorial Day

Keep these tips in mind if your Scouting unit is planning to honor our fallen veterans this Memorial Day.