Scouts BSA Leadership Archives

How leaders helped their Scouts plan — and replan — an epic trek

By Scouting magazine

The leaders of Troop 65 knew when to step in — and when to step back — while planning their Yosemite adventure.

Scouting’s core leadership awards can help you be a better leader

By Scouting magazine

The BSA’s training awards and keys can help you track your progress and help you be a more successful leader.

Guiding girls inspires this Pennsylvania Scouter

By Michael Freeman

At midnight on Feb. 1, 2019, this Scouter led 15 girls across a freezing covered bridge in Lancaster County, Pa. There, they became Troop 82, one of the first female Scouts BSA troops.

A path to earning the Hiking merit badge in a big city

By Michael Freeman

Former Scoutmaster Mike DiTrani has completed five Philmont treks and frequently hikes in the Adirondacks, but some of his favorite hiking happens much closer to his Staten Island home.

Scouting helps these families make the most of their time together

By Michael Freeman

From New York’s steel towers to the bayous of Louisiana, these five Scouting families make their world a better place.

This California Scouter shares how Scouting crosses cultural and generational divides

By Michael Freeman

This Scouter got on board with the National Vietnamese Scouting Committee and helped staff two national Vietnamese Wood Badge courses.

World’s Best: International Scouters enhance BSA

By Michael Freeman

Five volunteers bring their Scouting experience from other countries to the BSA.

Selfless service is second nature to this Kentucky Scouter

By Michael Freeman

During his 24-year Army career, Allen supported Scouting when he could, but he really jumped back in when he was stationed in South Korea.

Pointers on helping your Scouts become OA members

By Michael Freeman

With membership in the OA now expanded to include Venturers, Sea Scouts and girls in troops, it’s a good time to review unit election procedures.

Ideas from your fellow Scouters

By Michael Freeman

Need some encouragement or ideas on how to run your unit? Let’s ask your fellow Scouters.