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06/11/2026

One of the things I love about Scouting and the outdoors is seeing how much diversity exists in nature. Leaves may look different from one another, but they are all part of the same forest.

Scouting is no different. From Lion to Arrow of Light, boys and girls, youth and adults, we all learn the same values and life lessons. Yet every Scout's journey is uniquely their own, filled with different experiences, adventures, and memories.

Different journeys. Shared values. Lasting memories.

How many different "leaves" are around you?

06/11/2026

🍿 Sell Popcorn. Fund Adventure. Build Skills. 🍿
The Scouting Popcorn Program is a great way to help support your unit’s program, often covering a significant portion of your yearly expenses -- and with no upfront costs!

Why participate?
✅ Helps offset the cost of your unit’s activities and adventures
✅ No upfront costs to get started
✅ Built-in prize program for Scouts
✅ Can support advancement opportunities and skill-building
✅ Opportunity to earn additional rewards, like camp incentives
✅ Backed by strong community support

More than just fundraising, popcorn sales help Scouts build confidence, set goals, and learn the value of earning their own way.

06/10/2026

The journey to ? A long, worthwhile adventure that starts with a single step.

-The first campout.
-The first time reading the and (then, we memorize these).
-The first service project.
-The first (or the Bobcat Badge for Cub Scouts grown to Eagle).
-The first time leading a patrol.
-The first service project.

…And every single moment a Scout realizes: “Hey, I can do hard things! I’m stronger than I think!”

New Harris Poll research shows those moments matter long after youth membership in ends. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle – and Eagle Scouts report higher purpose, stronger well-being, more leadership experience and greater civic engagement than non-Scouts.

This study isn’t simply data or stats – it represents real young people, real families, real changed lives and real good things when it comes to both the short-term and long-term effects of becoming an Eagle Scout. The study also compares youth involved in Scouting versus those outside of it.

Curious what else The Harris Poll found? Explore our interactive webpage and download a copy of the full study for free: https://ow.ly/r4mY50Z9t71. For the full press release, visit Scouting Newsroom: https://ow.ly/6juX50Z9t70.

We are nowhere near done telling this story. From interviews to videos, more Eagle-Scout focused content related to this is coming soon – so stay tuned.

P.S. – If this post and/or the study resonates with you – and you would like to share your (or your family’s) story – we ask that you reach out to us at [email protected]. We are looking to hear from Eagle Scouts of all ages, backgrounds, career fields, etc., to tell us how Scouting impacted them and their lives. If you are under 18, CC a trusted parent or adult.

06/10/2026

It's going to be a hot day, but you can stay nice and cool in the museum!

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Summer camp season has begun, and there are a few things every Scout should remember:

• Try new things.
• Make new friends.
• Enjoy your time.

Whether they're heading into middle school and attending their first extended camp, or preparing for their senior year of high school, camp is a chance to be fully present. It's an opportunity to step away from the distractions and pressures of everyday life and simply enjoy the experience.

As adults, those opportunities become rare. There's almost always a little voice reminding us about work, bills, schedules, and responsibilities. For many Scouts, camp is one of the few times they can unplug, focus on the moment, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Encourage them to embrace every adventure, every challenge, and every friendship. Summer camp goes by quickly, but the lessons and memories stay with them forever.

06/05/2026