Hurricane Milton Update
Due to Hurricane Milton, the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council office will remain closed until Monday Morning. The council is closing all camp properties this weekend. The following events for…
The Transformative Power of Scouting: Katie’s Inspiring Journey
Meet Katie F., an Eagle Scout from Troop 677, who has experienced firsthand the life-changing impact of Scouting. Her journey is a testament to how Scouting helps young people overcome…
Emaya’s Scouting Experience: How Scouting Builds Confidence, Leadership, and Lifelong Skills
“At first, I did not want to join. I was scared of the unknown, as any fourteen-year-old would be,” Emaya W. is a proud member of Troop 606, whose journey…
Sand Hill Q&A with Benson Porter and Mike Butler
We know many of you have concerns and questions regarding the potential sale of properties at Sand Hill Scout Reservation. To provide clarity and transparency, our Council President Benson Porter…
Council Update on Sand Hill Scout Reservation
Scouting in the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council is thriving. Youth membership is growing, exciting programs are occurring among Scout units and at council camps and activities, outreach efforts are…
Introducing Our New Join Scouting Nights Hub: Your One-Stop Resource for Recruitment Events
We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Join Scouting Nights (JSN) hub at tampabayscouting.org/jsn, designed specifically to make it easier for families to connect with Scouting in their…
September Scouting Beacon: John’s Scouting Journey
In this special episode of Scouting Beacon, we’re excited to feature John H. from Troop 109 as he shares his incredible Scout journey! John has experienced a world of adventure…
The Cub Scout Program Update is Here
By Aaron Derr | Aaron on Scouting The 2024 Cub Scout program update is here. Officially announced last fall, the new program officially launched on Saturday and is effective immediately. “Since the inception…
JROTC Summer Camp at Flaming Arrow Develops Cadets into Great Leaders
By: Rebecca Petit | Original Article LAKE WALES, Fla. — Future military members from across the Bay area are becoming better leaders, thanks to a summer camp. Nearly 400 high school…
Boy Scouts of America to Become Scouting America
The Boy Scouts of America today announced that it will rebrand to Scouting America, reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family in America to experience the…