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Jim Lovell, commander of Apollo 13 and Silver Buffalo recipient, dies at 97.

The Eagle Scout astronaut whose leadership is credited with helping save the lives of the entire Apollo 13 crew, has passed away...

Lily Pads Bring Sense of Calm During Hospital Treatments

In his Eagle Scout community service project, David Clark, a 15‑year‑old Boy Scout from Palo Alto, created 110 hand‑decorated IV lily pads for young patients at Lucile Packard Children’s...

Scouting America and Catholic Scouting Forge Renewed Partnership

Scouting America and the National Catholic Committee on Scouting (NCCS) today announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), solidifying their long-standing commitment to...

Building Hope, One Coral at a Time: Sea Base Scouts Lead the Charge in Ocean Recovery 

Scouts at Sea Base High Adventure are at the forefront of ocean recovery. Their dedicated work in coral restoration as part of NOAA’s Mission: Iconic Reefs has achieved a remarkable 93%...

Guardians of the Wild: Sustaining Philmont’s Wilderness for Future Generations 

Philmont Scout Ranch is building a legacy of environmental stewardship through the Wilderness Guía Program. By connecting adventure with responsibility, the program empowers youth to become...

Beyond the Paddle: Northern Tier Scouts’ Data Mission in the Boundary Waters

Northern Tier Scouts are doing more than just exploring the Boundary Waters; they're actively engaged in its protection. Through dedicated data collection, they're providing crucial...

From Strip Mine to Model: Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve’s Journey Toward Sustainability

The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve stands as a testament to renewal, where a former strip mine has been transformed into a premier destination offering Scouts incredible...

Scouting America’s 2025 Report to the Nation: Building Future Leaders, One Scout at a Time

The 2025 Report to the Nation from Scouting America, shared in Washington, D.C. illustrates the profound impact of nurturing leadership qualities in youth. This year’s report outlines...

Building Character, Building Futures: New Multisport Merit Badge Launches March 1, 2025

The vision of philanthropic leader Dave “Tridave” Alexander, a Distinguished Eagle Scout and lifelong multisport enthusiast and competitive champion, and his enduring commitment to Scouting...
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