NASA and Scouting America Form Five Year Partnership
Scouting America today announced a new five-year partnership with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) aimed at advancing the development of America’s next generation STEM workforce through immersive, hands-on educational experiences. This collaboration will connect young people across the country with real-world learning opportunities centered on space exploration, aeronautics, and STEM: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Alum Crystal Thomas Takes Pride in Mentoring Youth in Her Community
For Crystal Thomas, scouting is about much more than badges and activities. It’s about building community, fostering growth, and being a positive role model for young people. As Cubmaster of Pack 3219 and assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 220, Crystal has dedicated years to supporting youth development after first becoming involved when her own children joined scouting. Her leadership journey includes serving as a den leader for 4 years and helping guide Troop 220 for the past 5 years.
Scout Completes Eagle Scout Service Project He Envisioned as a Young Cub Scout
As a Scouting alum, I find that stories like this one remind me why Scouting leaves such a lasting impact. Nine years after losing his 4-year-old sister, Evie, in a tragic drowning accident, 17-year-old Carson Hoskins returned to Wildwood Park to dedicate a free life jacket station as his Eagle Scout service project.
Troop 733 Scouts Help Seniors Prepare for Flag Day
When we celebrate Flag Day, it is fitting to recognize the Scouts and leaders who help preserve and share the traditions and values represented by our nation’s flag. Earlier this month, Scouts from Carmel, Indiana Troop 733 demonstrated the proper display, handling, and care of the American flag in preparation for the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. The presentation served as both an educational opportunity and a meaningful reminder of the respect owed to one of our country’s most enduring symbols.
Alum Josh Hart Now an NBA Champion
Congratulations to Eagle Scout, NCAA Champion, and now NBA champion Josh Hart, who helped lead the New York Knicks to their first league title since 1973. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the Finals, closing out the series with a 94-90 Game 5 victory on the road. Hart is the third Eagle Scout to become an NBA champion.
Swayer Nelson Leads Major Conservation Project on Ramstein Air Base
Congratulations to Sawyer Nelsen of Troop 12 for leading a major conservation project on Ramstein Air Base in Germany! Sawyer organized and directed a team of Scouts, family members, and adult volunteers to remove approximately 2 dozen Japanese knotweed plants, an invasive species that threatens native ecosystems through its aggressive underground growth.
West Virginia Pack Promotes Servant Leadership
One of the most important lessons Scouting teaches is service to others, and that lesson begins at a young age. Recently in West Virginia, Cub Scout Pack 52 in Monongalia County put that principle into action by volunteering at Cheat Lake Elementary School, where the pack has been connected for more than five decades. The Scouts spent the day repainting hopscotch courts, four-square courts, basketball court lines, and other playground features that students will enjoy for years to come.
Alum Mike Cichanowski Developed a Love for Paddling as a Scout
The impact of Scouting is often measured not in years, but in decades. Mike Cichanowski, founder and CEO of Wenonah Canoe and recipient of Cotter High School’s 2026 Alumni Achievement Award, exemplifies how a passion discovered in Scouting can grow into a lifetime of leadership, innovation, and service.
Scout’s Eagle Scout Service Project Promotes Remembrance and Healing
This is one of those Eagle Scout service projects that stops you for a moment. In Endicott, New York, Life Scout Schuyler Savage recently dedicated the Broome County Crime Victims Memorial, a project shaped by personal loss and built to serve his community. After losing his mother, Tess Savage, to domestic violence, Schuyler began working on something that would carry meaning far beyond himself. He envisioned a place where families could remember loved ones, reflect on their lives, and find comfort in shared memories.
June is National Internet Safety Month
National Internet Safety Month is observed each June to raise awareness about online risks and promote responsible digital citizenship among youth, parents, and communities. Scouting America is proud to support this important effort through its partnership with Know2Protect, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s national public awareness campaign focused on preventing and combating online child exploitation and abuse.