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Lease Car: 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5S

The National Council has the following lease vehicle for sale: 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5S  Approximate miles: 71,431 Exterior color: super black Interior color: charcoal leather seats Asking price:...

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Lease Cars: 2011 Lincoln MKS and 2012 Ford Taurus SEL

The National Council has the following lease vehicles for sale: 2011 Lincoln MKS FWD Sedan Approximate miles: 61,373 Exterior color: Gold Leaf Metallic Interior color: Camel Premium Leather Asking...

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BSA Hosts 23 Organizations at National Youth Protection Symposium

(Article adapted from Scouting magazine’s “Bryan on Scouting” blog.) The Boy Scouts of America is continually working to remain a leader among youth-serving organizations in the fight against child...

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Dr. Robert M. Gates To Serve as National President-Elect

The BSA National Executive Board has elected former Secretary of Defense and former CIA Director Dr. Robert M. Gates to the National Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America. Dr. Gates will serve...

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Lease Car: 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid

The National Council has the following lease vehicle for sale: 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid Approximate miles: 56,384 Exterior color: Magnetic Gray Metallic Interior color: Bisque Leather Asking Price:...

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Have You Been to the Cub Hub?

The Cub Hub is the new online gateway into the world of Cub Scouting. Through vivid pictures, videos, and stories, the Cub Hub illustrates that the Cub Scouting experience goes way beyond the uniform....

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Sustainability Treehouse Featured in Dwell; Wins AIA Award

Sustainability in the BSA is much more than a merit badge, and the media is taking notice. A recent article in Dwell magazine showcased the Sustainability Treehouse at the Paul R. Christen National...

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Accident and Sickness Coverage Up for Renewal

All councils that participate in the Council Accident and Sickness program administered by Health Special Risk (HSR) should have received an email from HSR regarding the renewal of the program for...

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Policy Reminder: Possession of Firearms or Other Weapons

Safety of our youth, volunteers, and employees is a key priority for all of us. As a reminder, employees are not permitted to carry or possess firearms, knives, or other weapons while on the premises...

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Check Out the Latest Trailblazers

Earlier this year, we launched an online version of Trailblazers, a digest of BSA staff changes, including recent hires and promotions. The page is updated weekly and can be accessed via the...

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ScoutingU to Combine Volunteer and Employee Learning and Development

A couple of years ago, two executives from the BSA’s Center for Professional Development were discussing the nine stages of team development. One of the executives had recently returned from a local...

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Happy Holidays From the National Key 3!

Click image to view message The BSA’s top three professional and volunteer leaders have created a special holiday greeting.

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BSA Appoints Gary Butler Chief Operating Officer

The Boy Scouts of America has appointed Gary Butler to serve as deputy Chief Scout Executive and chief operating officer of the organization effective January 1, 2014. Butler is currently assistant...

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Scouting Around: A New TV Show From Boys’ Life Magazine

(Article adapted from Scouting magazine’s “Bryan on Scouting” blog.) Call it real reality TV. Take all the excitement and education found in Boys’ Life magazine and transport it to your television....

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Latest Council Mergers and Transfers

Effective January 1, 2014, the Potomac Council No. 757 in Cumberland, Maryland, has merged with the Laurel Highlands Council No. 527 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The surviving council is the Laurel...

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Marketing Awards Entry Period Now Open

Show us your best work! The National Council is now accepting entries for the 16th Annual National President’s Awards for Marketing Excellence. The entry period runs now through noon (Central time)...

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Scouting Alumni Association and National Eagle Scout Association to Host Town...

The microphones will be open on February 11, 2014, at noon Central time, when the Scouting Alumni Association (SAA) and the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) will conduct a joint town...

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Share Your Pinewood Derby Photos for a Chance To Win!

It’s time to share your favorite Pinewood Derby moments captured on film! Enter the Pinewood Derby Photo Contest for your chance to win a $25 gift card to ScoutStuff.org. Visit the Cub Scouts on...

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SCOUTStrong Joins Forces With USA Triathlon to Promote Active Lifestyle

The BSA has formed an alliance with USA Triathlon to promote healthy, active lifestyles through the organization’s Splash and Dash Youth Aquathlon Series. Fifty swim-run events from across the United...

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Marketing Awards Entry Period Closes March 17

Has your council developed a great brochure or a killer social media campaign? Does the Annual Report or All Markets material look better than it has in years? Now’s your chance to be recognized! The...

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