In Loving Memory of George Romagnoli
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of the best men to ever enter our lives. On August 16, George left us on his own…
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Greater Tampa Bay Area Council Announces Leadership Transition
The Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, Scouting America, is pleased to announce a leadership transition as we celebrate the distinguished career of Mike Butler and welcome Greg Balog as our…
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Step Up Scholarship Funds May Help Cover Scouting Registration
Scouting may be more affordable than many families realize. If your child receives an eligible Step Up For Students scholarship, funds may be available to help cover their Scouting registration—opening…
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May Scouting Beacon | Program Preview & Council Training
One of the biggest barriers to Scout leader training is simple: parents often have their kids with them. That matters because trained leaders do more than run meetings. They build…
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Troops 71B & G, and Cub Scout Pack 71 are awarded the Liberty Bell Award
In recognition of its decades of service to the community, the scouting units were recently honored with the Liberty Bell Award by the Hernando County Bar Association. The Liberty Bell…
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From One of the First Girls in Our Council to Eagle Scout, State Champion, and Columbia Athlete
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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