October Scouting Beacon
Prepare for an exciting update from our Council Camp Program Director, Paul McColgan! Paul will unveil what’s in store for Winter Camp 2023 AND give you a sneak peek at…
Support Our Scouts with a Specialty License Plate
There is an exciting way for you to show off your Scouting pride and support our Greater Tampa Bay Area Council Scouts at the same time—by getting a “Scouting Teaches…
September Scouting Beacon
Join us as GTBAC Training Chair Cassie Riddick explores the world of training in Scouting and its vital importance. Discover the various training opportunities available and why investing in your…
Updates To Youth Protection and Adult Leadership (Effective Sept 1)
ACTIVITIES Two registered adult leaders 21 years of age or older are required at all Scouting activities, including all meetings. There must be a registered female adult leader 21 years…
August Scouting Beacon
Join us as Ivana Sheppard, our Membership Chair, shares invaluable insights and expert tips to help your unit attract and recruit more scouts than ever! Click play to watch the…
New Cub Scout Camping Guidelines
Effective Sept. 1, 2023, there are two big program changes for Scouting: Pack Camping is now 2 nights Cub Scout packs who are conducting their own overnight camping activity may…
2023 Eagle Scout Project of the Year: He transformed a school bus into a mobile food pantry
By Michael Freeman From Aaron on Scouting While volunteering with the Messengers of Hope Mission, Jackson D. noticed a need. The Florida-based food pantry would ask its volunteers to load…
2023 Membership Changes
Annual Membership Fee Change, Reminder and Update New Annual Membership Fee Process Announced – BSA Will No Longer Prorate Fees for New Members beginning August 1, 2023. Beginning August 1,…
2023 June Scouting Beacon
Get ready for an action-packed Summer of Scouting! Join Paul McClogan, the Flaming Arrow Program Director, as he details some of our most exciting summer events. Don’t WAIT. To register…
Changes to BSA National Annual Membership Fees Announced
Effective August 1, 2023, the BSA will implement the following national membership fees which were approved by the Volunteer National Executive Committee: $80 for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and…