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Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Scouting
Scouting America is partnering with The Harris Poll to update a major outcomes study last conducted in 2010. This important research will help measure and understand the long-term impact of Scouting on participants and communities across the nation.

Council Communications
Oct 211 min read


[VIDEO] 🎶 Join the National Jamboree Service Band! 🎶
Are you a Scout who loves music? Here’s your chance to take your talent to the biggest stage in Scouting!

Council Communications
Sep 301 min read


Den Meeting Decks Now Available at Scout Shop: Plan Your Meeting in Minutes!
Big news for Cub Scout leaders: planning den meetings just got easier! The brand-new Cub Scout Den Meeting Activity Card Decks are now available at ScoutShop.org and select Scout Shops nationwide.

Council Communications
Aug 221 min read


World Scout Jamboree 2027: Start Making Plans to Be Part of the USA Contingent!
The countdown is on for the 2027 World Scout Jamboree in Gdańsk, Poland! Already, more than 800 Scouts and leaders from across 49 states have expressed interest in joining the USA Contingent.

Council Communications
Aug 181 min read


A Historic Honor for a Lifelong Scout: Peyton Yates Presented the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
On a beautiful, albeit warm, evening in Artesia, New Mexico, nearly 50 attendees gathered at Baish Veterans Park to witness a moment that will live in the annals of Scouting in our region: the presentation of the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award (DESA) to Mr. St. Clair Peyton Yates, Jr.—known to many simply as “P.Y.”

Council Communications
Aug 42 min read


Conquistador Council Honored with 2025 Scouting America Marketing Award for Membership Excellence
Congratulations to Conquistador Council on being recognized at the 2025 Scouting America National Marketing Awards for their outstanding efforts in Membership Recruitment!

Council Communications
Jul 111 min read


Capacitación para la Protección de la Juventud (SYT): Ampliando el Compromiso con la Seguridad de los Jóvenes
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).

Council Communications
Jun 202 min read


Alumni in the Units: Keeping the Scouting Legacy Alive
There’s no better time than now to reconnect with the alumni of your Pack, Troop, Crew, or Post.

Council Communications
Apr 21 min read


NEW Openings for 2025 and 2026 Sea Base!
Through Scouting America, Sea Base programs empower youth through ocean exploration, adventure, and education.

Council Communications
Mar 252 min read


The Power of Summer Camp – and the Road to the National Jamboree
For troops, summer camp is more than just a fun week away.

Council Communications
Mar 242 min read


2026 National Jamboree: Council Contingent Registration Now Open
Adventure Awaits: Join the Conquistador Council at the 2026 National Jamboree!

Council Communications
Mar 31 min read


Lions Club Scouting Service Award Presented to Carol Parman
On Monday, February 3, 2025, the Lions Club Scouting Service Award was presented to Carol Parman of the Roswell Mid-Day Lions Club.

Council Communications
Feb 41 min read


National Eagle Scout Association: 2025 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DUE DATE
The NESA scholarship application portal is still open, but not for long! The deadline to apply is January 31, 2025.

Council Communications
Jan 121 min read


Mark Your Calendar: National Youth Leadership Training Summer 2025
Mark your calendars for this year's NYLT; National Youth Leadership Training!

Council Communications
Oct 15, 20242 min read


Matt Bristol Honored with NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at Roswell Convention Center
R. Matthew Bristol was awarded the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Outstanding Eagle Scout Award.

Council Communications
Sep 11, 20242 min read


Scouting America: A Journey Through Patriotism
In the vast tapestry of American life, few organizations encapsulate the spirit of patriotism quite like Scouting America.

Council Communications
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Mark Your Calendars: July 2026 National Jamboree
Excitement is in the air as we prepare for the 2026 National Jamboree! From July 22-31, 2026, the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.

Council Communications
Jun 8, 20242 min read


Listen To The Latest Scouting News
We have scoured the internet in search of the latest audio resources for our Scouting families and adult leaders.

Council Communications
Dec 18, 20231 min read


2024 National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award
Do you know an Eagle Scout that has gone on to do great things in our community?

Council Communications
Nov 14, 20231 min read


2024 Silver Antelope Award Nominations
Nomination forms with no more than two recommendation letters must be submitted together electronically to the National Service Center at aw

Council Communications
Oct 31, 20231 min read
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