Started at 13. Earned One of Scouting’s Rarest Achievements
For many families, there’s a common belief about Scouting: if you didn’t start young, you’ve already missed your chance. John didn’t. Recently featured by FOX 13 News and WFLA Tampa…
Two Scouts, Real Impact in Tampa Bay
In Hillsborough County, two Scouts from Troop 46 took on Eagle Scout projects that solved real problems in their community. One focused on helping students access music. The other focused…
Trailcraft Troop 123 in Winter Haven celebrates 100 years of Scouting
The past and future met at the Winter Haven Trailcraft Troop 123 scout home as Eagle Scouts, Scoutmasters, men and boys celebrated the troop’s 100-year-anniversary in and around the log…
Growing Through Scouting: Jack’s Journey to Eagle
After more than a decade in Scouting, Jack reflects on the adventures, friendships, and lessons that shaped his path to Eagle Scout. For Jack C., Scouting wasn’t something he planned…
A New Chapter for Our Council
As of January 10, Rachelle DesVaux Bedke began serving as President of the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council of Scouting America. She is the first woman to hold this role…
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation Provides $25k To Local Scouting
The Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, Scouting America, announces it has received a $25,000 charitable grant from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation in support of local Scouting programs. The funds…
Supreme Court Update on Scouting America Reorganization
Scouting America issued the following statement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s announcement regarding Lujan Claimants, Petitioner v. Boy Scouts of America, et al. “Today, the United States Supreme Court declined to…
Lyla’s Story: How Scouting Helped Change Her Life
Lyla didn’t join Scouting because she was excited about camping or earning badges. “I joined Scouts because I was kind of told I needed it,” she admits. “To be honest,…
A Message of Thanks from Council President Benson Porter
As his term as Council President comes to a close, Benson Porter recently shared a heartfelt message from Camp Brorein—the same place where his first Scouting Beacon was recorded three…
Scouting 2026: Camporee, Splash-O-Ree & Summer Adventures
Get ready for an unforgettable 2026 with Scouting America! From the Council Camporee: Survive and Thrive to Splash-O-Ree and a summer full of camp adventures, there’s something for every Scout.…