Scouting America

06/05/2026

TIM IS AN !

Congratulations to Tim from Troop 112 in Hesston for completing his Eagle scout board of review tonight. His favorite scouting memory is hiking Philmont.

06/05/2026

Welcome to the (best) nest, Soren and Bronson. These brothers have achieved so much - and it’s just the beginning!

National Eagle Scout Association

Please join me in congratulating Prairielands Council's newest Eagle Scouts, brothers Soren and Bronson D. from Troop 55 in Tolono chartered to the Tolono Methodist Men's Club.

Soren's service project involved cleaning up a trail in Sidney and adding markers.

Bronson's Eagle Scout service project was building a loading ramp for a local food pantry.

Congratulations Bronson and Soren on your achievement of becoming Eagle Scouts! We look forward to your future success and how you both will make this world better!

06/05/2026

Way to go, Ewan and Paxson!

🦅 Congratulations to our newest Eagle Scouts from the Central-Metro Community! We are proud to recognize Ewan M., Troop 329 and Paxson G., Troop 244! 👏 Together, these Scouts contributed nearly 200 hours of service to their community.

A special thank-you to our volunteers who served on the Boards of Review and to St. Simon & Jude Catholic Church for graciously hosting the event. Congratulations, Ewan and Paxson! 👏

06/05/2026

Meet some great Scout alumni who are now in the secret service, and who serve as ambassadors for programs supporting youth safety.

06/03/2026

“Listen, and you will realize that we are made not from cells or from atoms. We are made from stories.”

We all have a story that changed our lives – now, it’s time to learn how to share those stories in a dynamic, engaging way!

With summer on the horizon, we invite all passionate volunteers, adventurers and leaders to join us from Sunday, July 12, through Saturday, July 18, at the Philmont Training Center.

The main course? Learning from subject matter and Scouting experts through “Story Telling: Inspire Others Through Photography and Stories.” Through hands-on experience, attendees will learn the mortivational storytelling and techniques for smartphone photography.

Learn more and sign up to attend, now: https://ow.ly/l3q650Z4Yum.

06/02/2026

What does it mean to be courageous?

Tonight on the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) flagship ministry and talk show “Praise,” Scouting America President, CEO and Chief Scout Executive, Roger Krone, joins Candace Lee and Eric Newman, authors of “George Goodwin, Dragon Slayer: A Scouting Legend.” The special segment centers on courage, character and the real-world lessons young people build through Scouting.

In the story, George and his fellow Scouts encounter a larger-than-life adventure at Big Mountain in West Virginia (a setting that draws inspiration from our high adventure base The Summit Bechtel Reserve). Yet, the heart of the book proves something Scouts experience every day: learning to lead, serve others, face challenges and Be Prepared.

Tune in to TBN at 7 and 10 p.m. CST or record the segment to watch later.

After you watch, tell us: What Scouting lesson has helped you or a young person in your life face a challenge with courage? Leave it in the comments or send your Scouting story our way at [email protected].

06/02/2026

Scouting builds real-world confidence. Just ask Ava! 🇨🇭🚑
When a traveler was recently injured in Switzerland, Webelos Scout Ava from Pack 232 in Ramstein Germany didn’t hesitate. Using the exact first aid skills she learned in Cub Scouts, Ava stepped up to help when it mattered most. Her quick thinking, calm demeanor, and preparedness are a shining example of what it means to be a Scout!

📖 Read Ava's full, inspiring story on our blog:
https://tacscouting.org/2026/05/12/webelos-scout-first-aid-switzerland/

Ready for your child to build this kind of confidence?
From first aid and outdoor survival to leadership and lifelong friendships, Scouting America programs prepare youth for life's unexpected adventures. Whether your child is ready for Cub Scouts (grades K-5) or our older youth programs, there is a place for them to grow, learn, and lead.

Exciting News for Military Families:
We know the unique challenges our military families face especially while serving overseas. To support you, Scouting America is now waiving the national youth registration fee ($85) for eligible youth in Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard families. This applies to both brand-new and renewing Scouts!
Let’s get your child’s adventure started.
🔗 Find a unit near you and sign up today: https://tacscouting.org/join/

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