Paisley M. was in first grade when she first heard about Scouting. Camping. Archery. Being outside. She wanted to be part of it. At the time, Boy Scouts of America…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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,…