Event Canceled Joint Letter from Conference Co-Chairs: It is with great regret  we share the news that the Women’s Leadership Development Conference will not be held in 2021.  We made the difficult decision to cancel the conference for next spring to allow councils to focus on navigating out of the pandemic.   While the conference may be cancelled for […]

To learn more about what an International Representative does, resources and everything else check out the IR page.  What does an International Representative do? Blog post submitted by Pat Fountain, International Ambassador Today, let’s take a look at the responsibilities of an international representative and a couple of tasks that might help them in their […]

SUMMARY According to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), one in every 13 children has a food allergy. Every 3 minutes, a food-allergy reaction sends someone to the emergency room. While the responsibility for management of a food allergy lies with the individual or the individual’s parent or guardian, all of us need to be […]

Quick Concept for Dispose of Waste Properly Activity Plan 2 for Dispose of Waste Properly – Exploring Disposal of Human Waste Exploring Trash Disposal This activity should take approximately 30 to 45 minutes. What Your Group Will Learn After participating in this activity plan, which is designed to help participants learn about trash disposal in […]

Quick Concept for Dispose of Waste Properly Activity Plan 1 for Dispose of Waste Properly – Exploring Trash Disposal Information Sheet: “Catholes: Proper Disposal of Human Waste” Exploring Disposal of Human Waste This activity should take approximately 30 to 45 minutes. What Your Group Will Learn After participating in this activity plan, which is designed […]

The principles of Leave No Trace might seem unimportant until you consider the combined effects of millions of outdoor visitors. One poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance, but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor experience for all. Leaving no trace is everyone’s responsibility. 1. Plan Ahead and Prepare Proper trip […]

Original Charter granted by Pub. L. 64-94 (June 15, 1916), amended by Pub. L. 88-504 (August 30, 1964), restated by Pub. L. 105-225 (August 12, 1998), and codified at 36 U.S.C. §§ 30901-08 Chapter 309, Title 36, United States Code § 30901. Organization (a) FEDERAL CHARTER.—Boy Scouts of America (in this chapter, the ‘‘corporation’’) is […]

Being a good Scout leader requires more than knowing how to camp. However, the Scouting program does provide outdoor training classes for leaders with beginning, intermediate, and advanced outdoor skills.

The terms and Q-signals can be quite confusing for Scouts. We’ve listed the common ones here. You might also want to download and print out the Radio Scouting Quick Reference Card for use by Scouts on the air. You can find it at this link https://www.k2bsa.net/radio-scouting-quick-reference-card/    ATV Amateur television. Sometimes called Fast Scan TV. Same […]

Welcome to the 20xx FOS Materials Kit FOS Items Available from National Supply 20xxCampaign Managers Manual Web Browsing Version (requires Adobe Reader 9) Downloadable Version FOS Staff Planning Conference Support Purpose and Objectives of a FOS Planning Conference Staff Planning Conference Guide Staff Planning Conference Agenda What to bring to the Conference Staff Planning Conference […]

SUMMARY A concussion, also known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), is an injury that results from a blow to the head causing an alteration of brain function. Concussions may also be due to falls or blows to the body that cause the brain to move quickly back and forth. GENERAL INFORMATION Concussions are difficult […]

SUMMARY Very likely, someone in your unit has diabetes—a medical condition that disrupts the body’s ability to control blood sugar. Potentially life-threatening problems might occur if and when their blood sugar gets too high or too low. GENERAL INFORMATION Diabetes is categorized as either Type 1 or Type 2. Most people with Type 1 diabetes […]

SUMMARY Do you know where to find up-to-the-minute safety information for Scouts and Scouters? The scouting.org website. Take time to become familiar with all the safety information under Scouting Safely to help all of us keep Scouts safe. GENERAL INFORMATION Check out these sections of the Scouting Safely page: Guide to Safe Scouting—The Guide to […]

https://youtu.be/66d9hWPCbTM SUMMARY Robert Baden-Powell once said the definition of the Scout motto Be Prepared is this: “A Scout must prepare himself by previous thinking out and practicing how to act on any accident or emergency so that he is never taken by surprise.” Baden-Powell also advocated that young men spend a lot of time learning […]

SUMMARY We all know how easy it is to turn an ankle on a rough trail with a heavy pack on our backs. Even minor injuries can quickly bring a trip to an unpleasant end. Injuries of the bones (fractures), joints (dislocations), ligaments (sprains), or muscles and tendons (strains) are common after falls, collisions, twists, […]

Cub Scouting is fun for the whole family.  Getting everyone involved makes the experience more meaningful for your Cub Scout.  There is a place for every parent, legal guardian, or other caring adults who want to help.  Often the challenge is not knowing how to help.  Below are some helpful steps in how you can […]

Adult Audience Only   SUMMARY Over a seven-year period, a unit grew their annual shooting sports campout at a local gun range. Because of the large number of new shooters, an “impromptu” range was set up just to the side of one of the dedicated trap/skeet ranges. About 2 1/2 hours into the shotgun shooting […]

The Commissioner Newsletter Select a Newsletter Select a NewsletterWinter 2022Fall 2021Summer 2021Spring 2021Winter 2021Spring 2020Summer 2020Fall 2020Winter 2020Spring 2019Summer 2019Fall 2019Winter 2019 The Commissioner a publication for commissioners and professionals Fall 2021 Scott Sorrels National Commissioner Culture Matters I recently read about Eagle Scout Nolan Ridgeway’s inspiring hike of 2653 miles along the Pacific Crest […]

The Commissioner Newsletter   Select a Newsletter Select a Newsletter Fall 2021 <!–Fall 2021–> Summer 2021 Spring 2021 Winter 2021 Spring 2020 Summer 2020 Fall 2020 Winter 2020 Spring 2019 Summer 2019 Fall 2019 Winter 2019 The Commissioner a publication for commissioners and professionals Fall 2021 Scott Sorrels National Commissioner Culture Matters I recently read […]

The Commissioner Newsletter Select a Newsletter Select a NewsletterSpring 2022Winter 2022Fall 2021Summer 2021Spring 2021Winter 2021Spring 2020Summer 2020Fall 2020Winter 2020Spring 2019Summer 2019Fall 2019Winter 2019 The Commissioner a publication for commissioners and professionals Winter 2022 Scott Sorrels National Commissioner Heart builds relationships, and acting together, it is how we change lives We live in a time of […]

National Camp Accreditation Program 2023 Camping Attendance and 2024 Intent to Operate Submission Information What is the Camping Attendance Report and Intent to Operate Submission all about? Why: Camping attendance is a key, leading indicator of the health of our Scouting program! Camping attendance information illustrates how well a unit’s outdoor program is functioning and […]

Every month, the National Commissioner Service Team sends out an all commissioner newsletter via email with the latest information on Unit Service, program updates, upcoming events, and more. Re-read through the previous editions of the newsletter here. April 2024 – It Starts with Effective Communication March 2024 – Enabling Significant, Stable Growth February 2024 – […]

Welcome to the Navigating Incidents Guide for Units, designed to equip you with the tools and steps necessary to respond effectively to unexpected situations. This guide serves as a roadmap, outlining the steps to take when faced with an incident while prioritizing safety and appropriate action. Step 1: Immediate Safety   Step 2: Grasp the […]