Jun 30, 2017 | Cub Scouts
Ah, summer camp season. It’s the time when parents shuttle kids from camp to camp to fill their idle summer hours with fun and fulfilling activities. From crafting and skit performances to water balloons and relays, one summer camp stands out when it comes to...Jun 30, 2017 | Cub Scouts
Never heard of Jamboree? Or maybe you know all about it, but your kids are still in Cub Scouts. Here’s what you need to know: there are Cub Scout-friendly activities available for families to enjoy at the 2017 National Jamboree. The secret is landing a visitor pass to...
Jun 30, 2017 | Scouting Newsroom
Those attending the 2017 National Jamboree are in for a delicious treat! As part of a new partnership with the Boy Scouts of America, the West Virginia Department of Agriculture will bring locally sourced food to campers at the Summit Bechtel Reserve during next...
Jun 30, 2017 | Scouting Newsroom
A hospital can be a pretty unpleasant place for anyone who has to be there to have an illness treated. For children, the fear and discomfort associated with a hospital stay can be even worse. These devices allow child patients to go for a ride. (photo: Chattanooga...
Jun 30, 2017 | Scouting Newsroom
Scout Daniel P. was born with blindness, and as he’s grown older, he has also suffered from progressive hearing loss. However, that hasn’t stopped him from earning Scouting’s highest honor. “He works really hard, and he never gives up,” said a fellow Scout of Daniel....