Scouting magazine

Boy Scouts

Welcome to the Family: It’s the same great Scouting program, now available to all

Cub Scouting has opened its doors to boys and girls alike. And next year, girls can earn merit badges, go camping and work toward the Eagle Scout Award as part of Scouts BSA.
Boy Scouts

A New Era of Scouting: The program continues to evolve to serve today’s families

The Boy Scouts of America has come a long way since it opened its first office in 1910 in the 28th Street YMCA in New York City.
Boy Scout Leadership

The New-Leader Guide: Tips to Get You Started Down the Scouting Trail

We created this handy guide to help you through the first months of your Scouting career. Half of the tips stem from our own experience; the other half come from Scouters across the country.
Boy Scout activities

A Scouting Home: These three units offer more than a meeting place

After air, water and food, the thing humans need most is shelter. The same is true for Cub Scouts, Scouts and Venturers.
From the CSE

From the CSE: Opening Possibilities

Scouting is prepared to reach more families than ever before.

Advancement FAQs Board of Reviews

Facts and suggestions on leading effective boards of review

Here’s a primer on keeping a key step in the advancement process — boards of review — from becoming a stumbling block.

How to start a fire in the rain

How to start a fire in the woods, even when it’s wet.

The New-Leader Guide: Tips to Get You Started Down the Scouting Trail

We created this handy guide to help you through the first months of your Scouting career. Half of the tips stem from our own experience; the other half come from Scouters across the country.
This Webelos den leader is welcoming girls to her pack
Should you use a phone app to track your teen?

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