Dec 20, 2017 | Scouting Magazine
Dalton Smith’s Troop 241 Scouts were volunteering at an American Indian festival in Canton, Ga., when he had an epiphany. The event, he realized, was more than just a good service opportunity. It was also a great time for Scouts to work on the Indian Lore merit badge.... 
Dec 20, 2017 | Scouting Magazine
In Scouting’s early years, camping was pretty simple. You slept under the stars. Or the roof over your head was an Army surplus pup tent — or maybe a lean-to shelter you built. These days, Scouts spend the night in cabins, yurts and museums — or even on aircraft... 
Dec 20, 2017 | Scouting Magazine
This really happened A Scout was eating dinner at the dining hall when his throat began to close up. The Scout is allergic to nuts, and he wasn’t aware the bread he just ate contained them. An adult gave the Scout an epinephrine injection at the health lodge. Two... 
Dec 20, 2017 | Scouting Magazine
For the past three years, Times Square has been home to the Pinewood Derby World Championship, organized by the Greater New York Councils. The 2017 event attracted 276 Cub Scouts — representing 26 different states and 60 BSA councils — along with more than 2,000... 
Dec 20, 2017 | Scouting Magazine
“Scouters in Action” subjects come from the National BSA Court of Honor. If you know of an act of heroism that should be recognized, contact your local BSA council office for a lifesaving or meritorious award application. Note: Consult approved safety guidelines, as...