Former BSA President Rex Tillerson: ‘The Mission Has Not Changed’
Excerpted from Scouting magazine’s “Bryan on Scouting” blog) So we’ve made the decision. We’re going to change,” says Rex Tillerson. ”Now what?” Less than 24 hours after the volunteer delegates voted to change the BSA’s membership policy for youth, Tillerson addressed a large
Finance Impact e-Letter: What Can Development and Corporate Alliances Do for You?
The June 15 issue of the Finance Impact e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue, you can read more about the Development and Corporate Alliances Department and how it provides draft communications to help local councils
2013 Jamboree Visitor Experience Tickets Now Available!
The Summit and the 2013 National Scout Jamboree are all about high adventure and fun. Visitors will see firsthand what that means at the Summit Center, where they can sample activities ranging from zip lines and BMX to rock climbing
New Local Council Employment Process Webinars Announced
Learn more about the new council employment processes through webinars June 18–20. Each 30- to 45-minute session will highlight the changes, explain why they were made, and discuss how they benefit the local council. There also will be time for
June CubCast, ScoutCast Podcasts Now Online
If you only listen to one CubCast this year (although we hope you catch them all), make this the one. Hilda Blaine, a five-year Cub Scout volunteer extraordinaire with the Grand Canyon Council in Phoenix, Arizona, chats with us about
BSA Racing: Scouting Events Keep TeamSLR Busy Between Races
Life stays busy for TeamSLR and Scott “Scotty” Lagasse Jr., even with some weeks off before his next NASCAR Nationwide Series race. One of the unique aspects of TeamSLR’s relationship with the Boy Scouts of America is that there are
Camp Development and Maintenance Resources Now Online
If you’re looking for suggestions on ways to develop your council’s camp properties, please visit the new Camp Development and Maintenance website, where you will find the following information: An extensive library Rangers Roost FAQ section Design guidelines Camp Maintenance
Learn to Tell Your Council’s Story With Pictures
The Visual Storytelling Photography Workshop, as it is currently called, will be held this summer at the Philmont Training Center, Aug. 4–10. Share this link with those who you think might consider attending this year!
National Scouting Museum to Honor Flag Day With Activities
Celebrate Flag Day at the National Scouting Museum! Show off your patriotic spirit! Fun for the whole family! The celebration will begin with a flag retirement ceremony at 10 a.m., followed by an exciting array of activities and entertainment for everyone, including:
National Council to End All Blackberry Support in November 2014
Beginning Nov. 1, 2014, the National Council will phase out the BlackBerry Enterprise Server and all BlackBerry support. After this date, BlackBerry users will have to subscribe to the BlackBerry Internet Service for data connectivity. This can be taken care
