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How to avoid a final-year Webelos burnout

In high school it’s called “senioritis.” Some Webelos Scouts feel similar final-year doldrums as they eagerly await the transition into Scouting.

How to plan a better Webelos transition crossover ceremony

Found the perfect Scout troop? The next element of a smooth transition is a meaningful crossover ceremony.

How to find the right troop for your Webelos transition

The first step in a successful Webelos (Webelos-to-Scout) transition is finding the right Scout troop to join.

Hello, Scouts BSA!

Check here for frequently asked questions about the Scouts BSA program.

Scout them in, ASAP

Here are some tips on starting an all-girl troop from those who plan to do so when Scouts BSA launches in 2019.

Ideas from your fellow Scouters

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

How to start a den or pack

Where do you start when recruiting girls and boys to your den or pack?

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.

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.

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.