Filter Awards by Program Cub Scout Eagle Scout Explorer High Adventure Base Staff Order of the Arrow Scout Sea Scout Venturer Amount: $500 – $999 $1,000 – $1,999 $2,000 – $4,999 $5,000 – $9,999 $10,000 – $49,999 $50,000 – $70,000 SHOW RESULTS NESA World Explorer Alumni Relations Award Amount: Varies To qualify as a Eagle […]

UPDATED 02/23/22 – The most recent updates are indicated by a diamond in front of the question. In-Person Unit Activities ♦ Q: Should we hold in-person Scouting meetings, outings, or activities? We expect everyone in Scouting to follow the measures listed below, based on CDC guidance. Members, staff, and volunteers must also follow all federal, […]

The window for Eagle boards of review of the Inaugural Class of Female Eagle Scouts is from October 1, 2020 to February 8, 2021. As such, all Eagle Scout credentials will be dated February 8, 2021 so that we commemorate this milestone alongside the recognized “birthday” of the Boy Scouts of America.   This adjustment was implemented so that Scouts were not unfairly prohibited from being […]

NCAP-National-Interim-Report due April 2022

NCAP National Interim Report due 2023

Scouting can be physically and mentally demanding. Environmental, emotional, or physical demands may push the limits of one’s ability to deal with problems. This can result in worsening of preexisting medical or mental health conditions. To help its members Be Prepared, the Boy Scouts of America recommends that everyone who participates in a Scouting activity […]

BB-2: Camp Programs: Waterfront and Boating IN THIS MODULE OVERVIEW COMMUNICATION MOBILITY ACCESS TO THE WATER’S EDGE INCLUDING NONSWIMMERS & BEGINNER SWIMMERS PFD RISK ASSESSMENT BUDDIES AND BUDDY BOATS SPECIFIC SITUATIONS Physical Disabilities Blind Scouts Deaf Scouts and Scouts that are Non-verbal Intellectual/Learning/Executive Function AQUATICS DECISION FRAMEWORK OVERVIEW This module is for Waterfront Directors at […]

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Updated information on rank advancement, merit badge requirements, and time extension request due to COVID-19 can be found on the COVID-19 FAQ.

AHMR Purpose Q. Why does the Boy Scouts of America require all participants to have an Annual Health and Medical Record? A. The Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) serves many purposes. Completing a health history promotes health and awareness, communicates health status, and provides medical professionals critical information needed to treat a patient in […]

Journey to Excellence Journey to Excellence is the Boy Scouts of America program to help Packs, Troops, Crews, Ships and Posts to plan, monitor and evaluate their performance and their ability to serve youth.   There are specific criteria for the unit to plan and accomplish.  Journey to Excellence is a number of performance measurements that […]

Effective January 15, 2015 This website is provided by Boy Scouts of America and its affiliates (collectively, “BSA”). By accessing this website (the “Site”), you are indicating your acknowledgment and acceptance of these Terms of Use (“TOU”). These Terms of Use are subject to change by BSA at any time in its discretion. This TOU […]

Commissioners The Commissioner a publication for commissioners and professionals Spring 2021 Rick Hillenbrand Technology Chair rick_hillenbrand@alum.mit.edu If you feel that it’s impossible to keep up with all the technology changes BSA is constantly making, you are not alone. In addition to the constant improvements, computer applications also inadvertently provide a never-ending supply of new bugs. […]

Commissioners The Commissioner a publication for commissioners and professionals Summer 2021   Mike Weber Technology Chairmfweber112@comcast.net As each of us look to help rebuild and grow our Scouting organization, a key component of growth and retention is the charter renewal process. This fall, with the benefits of available technology that the National Service Center has been […]

Adult Audience Only   SUMMARY As Scouting moves to virtual and online platforms, we offer the following reminders to help keep kids safe. The below guidance applies to all online Scouting activities and meetings. Note: Some states may have legal requirements that differ from, and even go beyond, what is provided here. It is your […]

Find National Service Center content below for each segment of the suggested roundtable formats. This content works for in person, virtual, or hybrid formats. Timely new content is always in development. Check back frequently to see what new relevant content has been added. Roundtable topics are updated frequently and some topics are relevant to when […]

Pat Fountain’s Reflection on his time as an International Staff Support Team Stafferat the 2017 BSA National Jamboree. Imagine you are at a Scout camp and awakened to the sounds of foreign languages. Or rolling out of your tent to be greeted by Scouters in yellow, red or bright blue uniforms. No you would not […]

SUMMARY Scouts and their parents expect all Boy Scouts of America activities to be conducted safely. To ensure the safety of participants, the Boy Scouts of America expects leaders to use the four points of SAFE when delivering the Scouting program. Included below are examples of real incidents in Scouting where at least one of these four […]

Welcome to the brand-new Profiles in World Scouting series, where the BSA International Department and Committee will be sharing the stories of leaders in the World Scouting community to engage and inspire Scouts to get involved with the International Scouting community at large. Through this series, we hope to bridge the gap between Scouts in […]

Who Should Attend? Any employee assigned to perform a ranger’s responsibilities on a year-round basis, regardless of title, including assistant rangers. Camp Ranger Basic training must be obtained within 12 months of the date of employment. For information regarding NCAP training requirements for rangers, please review NCAP standard SQ-404.    Why attend Camp Ranger Basic? […]

On Saturday, June 20, 2020, ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others), a non-profit agency helping the needy in Fairfax County, Virginia, received two tons of donated food as part of a food drive conducted by Life Scout, Mathew Norsky, a youth leader in Scouts, BSA Troop 1131B. Matthew organized this Eagle Scout Project and he recruited […]

C: The Unit Leader’s Role  IN THIS MODULE CAN DO ATTITUDE BECOMING AN ACCEPTING UNIT BUILDING EMPATHY BUILDING A UNIT LEADERSHIP TEAM TRAINING & SUPPORTING YOUTH LEADERS COUNTERING MYTHS ABOUT DISABILITIES HELPING VOLUNTEERS FROM OUTSIDE YOUR UNIT OUTING AND ADVENTURE PLANNING SUPPORTING SIBLINGS Can Do Attitude As a Scout leader you will continue to be […]

Five-year financial planning goes hand-in-hand with the council’s strategic plan. In many cases, councils have written and adopted strategic plans that have outlined desired outcomes over a 5-year time horizon, but never created a financial plan to support it. Likewise, many of our councils are experiencing financial discomfort and some financial distress. This did not […]

Welcome to the Boy Scouts of America Health & Safety Resource Page!  At the Boy Scouts of America, the safety and well-being of our Scouts, volunteers, and everyone involved is a value we all share! That’s why we’ve put together this extensive Health & Safety Resources page. It’s not just a collection of information; it’s […]

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has a multilayered adult leader selection process that includes criminal background checks administered by a nationally recognized third party and other screening efforts. STEP 1: Application All adults who have been selected as potential leaders of youth by a chartered organization must provide references, past addresses, other community affiliations […]

Hello everyone, today’s safety moment focuses on a popular camping trend that’s gained momentum over the past decade – hammock camping. While hammocks offer a unique and environmentally friendly way to camp, it’s important to remember that safety is still a top priority. Let’s delve into some essential tips to ensure safe hammock camping experiences. […]

Supplemental training is designed to provide orientation beyond the basic training offered in leader-specific training. Fundamentals of Training The course introduces teaching techniques and skills to new Scout trainers but is also designed to help all Scouters, regardless of their experience, present effective training. Intended for both youth and adult trainers, the course will help […]

SUMMARY Each year, heat-related illnesses strike the unprepared. Prevention is key! Be prepared by acclimating to the environment for at least seven days before going on an outdoor adventure; drinking plenty of fluids and eating a healthy diet beforehand; and continuing to drink fluids when outdoors on hot or humid days. Be sure to drink […]

Paris, France is known for the Eiffel Tower, Mona Lisa at the Louvre, fabulous French cuisine, and as the future home of the 2024 Summer Olympic but, this last December, it was the home to something more impactful to us scouts, the 4th World Scout Education Congress. Over 500 leaders, from all over the world, gathered in Paris to discuss the future of scouting’s role in non-formal education.

SUMMARY Serious injuries can occur when it’s cold and you spend time working, playing, or sleeping outside, particularly if you are wet or your clothes are wet or too tight. Scouts should be instructed to inform an adult as soon as possible if they are at an event, winter camp, or troop campout and start […]