Service Archives - Scouting magazine

Scouts have been an essential part of this half-century of service

By Michael Freeman

Thousands gather each spring in Jackson, Wyo., for the weekend-long celebration and its premier event: the Scout Elk Antler Auction.

Work Worth Doing: A unique relationship leads to a unique Scout outing

By Michael Freeman

Medora, North Dakota, is where a tradition of adventure and service is continued by the Boy Scouts of America.

Grace Under Fire: Scouts respond after California fires

By Michael Freeman

Scout units answer the call for help after devastating California wildfires.

Canned Good: Scouting for Food is one good turn that benefits everyone

By Mark Hendricks

Three decades ago, the Greater St. Louis Area Council started a Good Turn that has inspired others around the country.

Hurricane relief: ‘It made me really proud to be a Scout’

By Michael Freeman

Scouts across the South join together to help rebuild after the deadly hurricanes of 2017.

Five things to know about the 2015 National Order of the Arrow Conference

By Michael Freeman

Five things to know about the biggest-ever National Order of the Arrow Conference held in August 2015.

Pledge to perform daily acts of service in #DareToDo campaign

By Michael Freeman

Join Arrowmen in the Order of the Arrow’s #DareToDo campaign, which encourages Scouts and leaders to perform daily acts of service and share on social media platforms.

Nine service project ideas to help initiate action in your unit

By Aaron Derr

Is your unit looking for a way to give back this season? Use these examples to help inspire a Good Turn in your community.

Learn how one troop strikes a balance between service work and fun

By Scouting magazine

Troop 99 explores the Chesapeake Bay — which includes fishing, maritime history, beach combing and more. Not to mention their rebuilding efforts to leave the Chesapeake better than they found it.

What I've Learned Bill Chin Order of the Arrow

Scouter Bill Chin shares how cheerful service pays off

By Scouting magazine

Bill Chin, an Eagle Scout and Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow, shares how the OA’s “cheerful service” serves Scouts long after their youth.