As part of our continued commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for every young person in our programs, we are excited to announce the launch of the new Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT).

Safeguarding youth is our highest priority. As part of our continued commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for every young person in our programs, we are excited to announce the launch of the new Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT).

There are 135 Merit Badges, and Scouting America is constantly evaluating these to determine what is popular, unpopular, outdated, and what might need to be retired.

Meet the newest leaders of Scouting in Southeast New Mexico! Kristina Ganaway and Justin Hines join the Conquistador Council as District Executives.

Conquistador Council is excited to announce a new opportunity to support local Scout units in delivering a high-quality and engaging Fall Join Night experience: the Unit Scoutership Program.

Troop 228 from Artesia and Troop 3274 from Hobbs camped along our picturesque Pecos River this past weekend.

About 30 Cub Scouts and their parents from across the Conquistador Council came together at Dowling Aquatic Base for a memorable Family Camp filled with fun, fellowship, and adventure.

Exploring Post 124 with the Lovelace Regional Hospital held their end of year pizza party on May 21, 2025 celebrating a year of new friends, learning and practicing new skills, and getting ready for job shadow placement! 

As summer approaches, it's the perfect time for Scout leaders to start planning for a successful fall recruitment season.

The Scout Law defines the values by which Scouts strive to live, guiding their actions and character each day. While many Scouts do their best to uphold these ideals during their time in the program, only a few continue to embody them throughout their entire lives. Jimmy Allison was one of those rare individuals.

The new release of the new Safeguarding Youth Training wasn’t just a refreshed version of the old training—it’s a completely redesigned format with relevant, real-world content shared by national experts in youth protection.

Scouting America is boldly stepping into the future, blending its century-old traditions with cutting-edge innovations to prepare youth for the challenges of tomorrow.

Hobbs Scout Troop partners with local service organization for Memorial Day events.

The information for this year's Cub Scout Adventure Camp has been released. Get ready to Blast Off!

May is a month of motion. School years begin to wind down, calendars fill up, and for Scouts and Scouters across Southeast New Mexico, excitement builds for the adventures ahead.

The Conquistador Council is honored that his family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to the Jimmy Allison Registration Assistance Fund—helping ensure that finances are never a barrier that prevents a young person from joining Scouting.

Here are 10 essential tips to help new Scouts feel confident and ready for anything.

On Saturday, April 19th, Cub Scouts from across the Rio Hondo District gathered for the cherished tradition of the Pinewood Derby.

Nearly 50 scouts from across the Conquistador Council in southeastern New Mexico gathered at Ned Houk Park in Clovis from April 12–14 for the 2025 Spring Camporee.

This past weekend, Pack 72 packed up their gear and hit the road for an awesome campout at Dowling Aquatic Base in Carlsbad and it did not disappoint!