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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...

Charting the Future & Building a Legacy: The Enduring Impact of the Eagle Scout Path

Mario Benoit, one of the first Eagle Scouts to be awarded a NESA scholarship in 1984, reflects on how Scouting shaped his journey toward education and leadership success, showcasing the...

Empowering the Future: A Young Woman’s Tribute to Her Family’s Eagle Scout Tradition

Current UC San Diego pre-law student, Alex Baum, proudly continued her family's Eagle Scout tradition when she became the first girl in her family to earn this prestigious rank. The...

Uniting Hearts & Purpose: How Scouting Connected Two Single Parents for a Brighter Future

Eagle Scout Bryan Wendell shares how two single parents overcame challenges to find strength, unity, and family through Scouting, highlighting the profound impact Scouting has on fostering...
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