One of the most unique and valuable experiences in Scouting is attending a National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). This six-day-long intensive course teaches Scouts essential skills for...

Running den meetings can require extensive planning, from knowing all about rank advancement to finding speakers or planning outings. Luckily, den activities can be an easy way to help fill the...

Collecting references are a necessary step towards reaching the final rank in Scouting and becoming an Eagle Scout. Easier said than done! I don't know about you, but when I was a Scout, I...

Citizenship in the World is an Eagle-required merit badge aimed at connecting Scouts to their global communities. In earning the Citizenship in the World merit badge, you’ll learn about...

Running an Eagle Scout service project is the final obstacle that separates most scouts from the 5% who rise up to earn their Eagle rank. You’ve prepared as much as possible for this day, and...

Eagle-required merit badges are the backbone of Scouting. In earning just 13 of these required badges (Citizenship In Society made it 14 as of July 1, 2022), Scouts learn valuable skills that'll...