Insurance Certificates Needed…And Not!
In response to questions received at the Council Service Center, here’s an explanation of the type of insurance coverage provided and the documentation needed by units as they travel. Visiting…
The Origin Of Flag Day
June 14 was Flag Day, the commemoration of the day in 1777 when the Second Continental Congress adopted the flag of the United States. Veteran Scouts and Scouters know our…
Eagle Scout Application Updated in April
Do you have a Scout who is applying for his Eagle rank? Are you aware of the new application that was released in April? You can find a link to…
Everyone who drives Scouts should take this free online training course
Accidents are quite rare in Scouting. But when one does occur, it probably didn’t happen while camping. It likely didn’t involve backpacking, canoeing or climbing, either. The majority of Scouting accidents happen on the…
Multitasking camping gear: 5 items that can serve more than one purpose
Why buy separate gear items when things already in your backpack or trunk can pull double (or triple) duty? A Scout is thrifty, after all. So here, courtesy of our friends…
Four options for retiring worn-out American flags
Burn it, recycle it, donate it — Scouts and Scouters have a number of options for retiring worn-out American flags. And as the youth-serving organization most closely associated with patriotism, we have a duty…
More Than 100 Eagle Scouts Recognized
The Greater Tampa Bay Area Council’s annual Eagle Banquet was held May 11 at MacDill Air Force Base’s Surf Club. The event celebrated the achievement of 113 Eagle Scouts in…
Can Cub Scouts get extra time to finish requirements after school year ends?
In many packs, Cub Scouts finish their rank advancement just in time for the blue and gold banquet in February. This approach lets families gather to celebrate the Cub Scouts’ accomplishments well before the…
This is how you organize the inside of a troop trailer
In Troop 101, even the layout of the troop trailer follows the patrol method. Everything in the 6-foot-by-12-foot trailer is organized by patrol. That means each group of Scouts is responsible…
BSA Recognized For Their Commitment To Sustainability
A website focused on various aspects of sustainability has recognized the BSA’s commitment toward that goal. Aptly named TreeHugger.com, the article details the many ways Scouting includes sustainability issues throughout…