2023 Territories (1,2,3) Alumnus of the Year: Jared Olschewski
Jared A. Olschewski, hailing from Brigham City in the mountains of northern Utah, is the 2023 honoree for National Service Territories 1-3. First joining the program as an 8-year-old Cub Scout, Jared has since been recognized with the NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award. As an adult volunteer, Jared has served locally as Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, Varsity […]
2023 Territories (10,11,12,13) Alumnus of the Year: William Kropa
William J. Kropa, hailing from Nazareth, Pennsylvania, is the 2023 honoree for National Service Territories 10-13. Bill became an Eagle Scout in 1982 and has had a lifelong relationship with Scouting. On the national level, Bill has served as the Northeast Region Coordinator for the BSA Alumni Association National Committee. Under Bill’s leadership as the […]
BSA Alumni Flag Summits Mt. Baldy at Philmont!
BSA Alumnus Steve Towne, along with his Calvacade crew, recently reached the summit of Philmont’s Mt. Baldy (12,441 ft) and proudly displayed the BSA Alumni flag! Not one to keep still, Steve is attending the 2023 National Jamboree, 2023 World Jamboree in South Korea, Philmont in 2024 (another Calvacade) and the 2024 National Order of […]
Sea Scouting Supports the Aims of Scouting
Sea Scouting helps to develop leadership and character as explained by this “Aaron on Scouting” article.
The Story of “The Philmont Hymn”
For those who have visited Philmont, no doubt you sang “The Philmont Hymn.” Here’s a look back at how the hymn came to be.
National Annual Meeting 2023
This “Aaron on Scouting” article explains what’s going on at this year’s National Annual Meeting and how Scouting is moving forward.
Scout Troop Saves Hiker’s Life
This “Aaron on Scouting” post describes the efforts undertaken by Scout troop to help save the life of a hiker and former scoutmaster
Get to know Brad Tilden, the new BSA National Chair
Check out this “Aaron on Scouting” article introducing Brad Tilden, the new BSA National Chair.
DC’s Youngest Elected Official Colón Roosevelt : Great-Great-Great Grandson of Teddy Roosevelt
Despite his young age, he has already achieved remarkable milestones, proving that leadership knows no boundaries. Learn how he’s breaking barriers, creating positive change, and making his own mark on history.
BSA Alumni Program Explained on YouTube!
Here is a great interview conducted by Harold White, BSA Museum Program Specialist, with Rick Bragga, BSA Alumni Association Vice-Chair of Alumni Relations. Rick and Harold talk about why the BSA Alumni Association came to be and why it’s important for all BSA alumni. Pull up a chair around the Alumni Campfire and spend a […]