The hard work, dedication, and community service achievements required to earn the Scouting rank of "Eagle Scout" can make Eagles especially attractive to college admissions boards. If you're an...
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How Much An Eagle Scout Project Costs (With Example Budgets!)
When it comes to organizing an Eagle Scout service project, it's difficult to estimate how much it'll cost. Whether you're documenting the costs of food to feed your volunteers or the prices of...
Becoming a patrol leader is the first real taste of responsibility for most scouts. Suddenly, you're in charge of leading your peers and communicating their interests to the rest of the troop....
Merit badges are one of the most recognizable elements of Scouting, and for good reason -- they give scouts the opportunity to explore new subjects and learn valuable skills! In fact, there's...
How To Hold A Great Troop Planning Conference (A Scout’s Simple Guide)
Have you ever wondered how events in your troop get planned? If you're relatively new to Scouting, this process might seem like a total mystery. Not to fear! Below, I'll be explaining how troop...
In Scouting, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout is a monumental challenge that only 5 percent of scouts ever complete. Young men and women who embark on this life-changing journey are sure to...