Thinking of joining Scouting? There have been some recent changes that you need to know about. It can be easy to confuse becoming a BSA Scout with earning the rank of Scout, but there are important...
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The Patrol Method is the foundation of every troop. Within a successful patrol, Scouts develop a camaraderie that can turn into lifelong friendships. What I'm about to share with you was my troop's...
Emergency Preparedness and Lifesaving are two of the most useful merit badges that you can earn in Scouting. When choosing one to complete for Eagle, it can be a challenge figuring out which to go...
Have you ever wondered why Scout popcorn sells for such high a price? Averaging $20+ a box, BSA popcorn sales may appear to be a greedy cash grab, but having been a Scout myself, I'll give you the...
Is Eagle Scout Good For Your Resume? (And When Not To List It)
At some point, we’ve all wondered if our time in Scouting would help us in landing a job. If you’ve earned the coveted rank of Eagle Scout, you should know whether or not it's worthwhile to list...
Preparing For An Eagle Board of Review: The 4 Keys to Success
An Eagle Scout board of review is your final step to achieving the highest rank in Scouting. In fact, Eagle is a rank that only 5% of scouts ever achieve! It’s a rank that heralds respect and...