ScoutingWire: Alumni Edition

Hello Robert, Scouting is off to a great start this year. We have three Eagle Scouts competing in the Winter Olympics (see story below) and our program is now available across the nation to kindergarten-aged youth after the successful Lions' pilot program. Wow! Thank you for your continued support of the Scouting movement. Here are just some of the latest happenings. Yours in Scouting, Dustin Farris Director, Scouting Alumni and Friends P.S. Always remember...Once A Scout, Always A Scout. P.P.S. If you're looking to show your Scouting spirit at school or in the office, we have just the messenger bag for you! Visit the Alumni Store to learn more. P.P.P.S. If you find a typo in this ScoutingWire: Alumni edition, send us an email at bsaalumni@scouting.org, with the subject "Alumni Spelling Bee", and a description of the typo. We will feature YOU in a future issue of Alumni Alive!  BSA Names 2018 Alumnus of the Year The award is presented each year to one worthy alumnus who has made significant contributions to our country through his or her... Read More And the Most-Earned Merit Badge of 2017 Was … This is the annual comprehensive look at the most- and least-earned merit badges for the previous year... Read More Featured Content Unleash Your Inner Scout To show our thanks to all adult volunteers, unit leaders, and BSA staff members, the National Jamboree and Outdoor Adventures teams are excited to announce the first Adult Adventure Weekend, planned for June 20-24, 2018, at the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve. To learn more about this exciting opportunity click here to read the full article. These Five Leaders Got Their Start in Scouting These impressive men became true leaders, and that leadership development started in Scouting... Read More Chris Fogt Is an Eagle Scout, Winter Olympian and Army Major The three-time Olympian doesn't see Scouting as something from his past. It's part of his present and future, too... Read More Reimagine Adventure With Your Family This Summer When you hear the word "adventure," what comes to mind? Maybe it's a trek across new terrain. Perhaps it's the wide-open sea. Or maybe... Read More Who Will Be Representing You in D.C.? These twelve tremendous delegates will represent the Boy Scouts of America next week in Washington, D.C., to deliver the 2017 Report to the Nation... Read More Special Offer to Pathfinders Be the Superhero of Your Family If going to the movies seems like an undertaking only a villan can pull off, you can SAVE the DAY by using Regal Entertainment's ticket deal! Right now, you can save up to 30% with their e-tickets offer and then sweep the whole family off their feet by taking them to see the newest releases - including Black Panther. Log-in to your Pathfinder benefits to learn more about this offer and other discounts available. If you are not already a Pathfinder member, upgrade today at www.scoutingalumni.org. A percentage of your Pathfinder membership goes to support Scouting in your community. Upcoming Alumni Events Don't see an event in your area? Submit one here! California Thurs. 4/5/2018 Gathering of Eagles - Networking for Eagles 5:00pm - 8:00pm (PDT), Los Angeles, CA Michigan Tue. 2/27/2018  Building Character Celebration 5:30pm - 9:00pm (CDT), Novi, MI Minnesota 5/25/2018 - 6/8/2018  Northern Tier Alumni Work Week 2018 Ely, MN New Mexico 7/22/2018 - 7/29/2018  Scouting Alumni and Friends Conference Cimarron, NM New York Thurs.  1/10/2019  2018 Longhouse Council Eagle Recognition Dinner 6:00pm - 9:00pm (EDT), Syracuse, NY West Virginia 6/10/2018 - 6/16/2018  Scouting Alumni and Friends Conference Glen Jean, WV Wisconsin 3/9/2018 - 3/11/2018 Canoecopia 2018 - Volunteer at the Northern Tier booth Madison, WI Sat.  3/10/2018  Northern Tier Alumni Dinner 7:00pm - 9:00pm (CDT), Madison, WI Follow on Twitter   Friend on Facebook                                  Copyright © 2018 Boy Scouts of America, All rights reserved.  Our mailing address is:  Scouting Alumni and Friends 1325 W. Walnut Hill Lane P.O. Box 152079 Irving, TX 75015-2079 Telephone Number: (972) 580-2000

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An Impressive Number of Scouts Earned the Rank of Eagle in 2017

View Online VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER February 28, 2018 An Impressive Number of Scouts Earned Eagle in 2017 The number of Eagle Scouts is the most in a single year since 2013, and it's the fourth-largest Eagle Scout class in history. READ MORE This Is What You Need to Do to Check If Your Troop or Pack Has Unclaimed Money Some Scout units are owed money from the government, banks, credit unions, or other sources – up to thousands of dollars in some cases. READ MORE Here's What the Associated Press Had to Say About Family Scouting and Adventure This article from the Associated Press encapsulates the idea of what family adventure means in Scouting and how there's something for everyone. READ MORE Man's Detective Work Reveals Treasure Trove of Long-Lost Wood Badge Documents The long-lost documents reveal how much has changed — and how much has stayed the same — at Wood Badge. READ MORE BALOO Training for Cub Scout Leaders Just Got Bigger and Better The latest BALOO syllabus, released last fall with significant changes, covers what Scout leaders need to know.  READ MORE Copyright © 2018 Boy Scouts of America, All rights reserved. Boy Scouts of America 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane Irving, TX 75038

Show Your Scouting Spirit Everywhere

Show Your Scouting Spirit Everywhere  You Shop, Dine, or Travel With the Boy Scouts of America® Visa Rewards Credit Card Earn rewards1 with every purchase: 1.99% Introductory APR3 on Purchases and Balance Transfers, for 6 months, then a competitive rate of the prime rate plus 6.99% to prime plus 16.99% APR4. Additional Benefits:   - View your FICO Score for free on your monthly credit card statement5.    - No Annual Fee. You have lots of choices to redeem your rewards3 – from Cash Back2 to gift cards, travel, merchandise, and more. To learn more or apply today, visit commercebank.com/bsa. APPLY NOW YEAR-ROUND EARNINGS   NO POINT  CAP   NO OPT-IN REQUIREMENT Visit www.commercebank.com/rewardterms for complete details.  The statement credit will reduce your balance, but you are still required to make at least your minimum payment.Values for non-cash back redemption items such as merchandise, gift cards, and travel may vary.  We may end your introductory APR and apply the penalty APR if you fail to make the required minimum monthly payment within 60 days of the respective due date.  Your standard APR will be determined based on your creditworthiness at account opening and will be disclosed in your account opening disclosure with your new credit card approximately 7-10 business days after account approval.This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. The Prime Rate used to determine the APR on your Account is the U.S. Prime Rate published in The Wall Street Journal in its column called "Money Rates" on the last business day of each month.  Within 90 days following the account opening of your new Boy Scouts Visa credit card, approved applicants must use the card to make a purchase, balance transfer, or cash advance for Commerce to contribute $50 to the BSA. For every $100 in Net Merchandise Purchases made with this credit card, Commerce will contribute $0.25 to the BSA. Copyright © 2018 Boy Scouts of America, All rights reserved.  Our mailing address is:  Scouting Alumni and Friends 1325 W. Walnut Hill Lane P.O. Box 152079 Irving, TX 75015-2079 Telephone Number: (972) 580-2000

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View as a Webpage How to Plan Your Park Getaway Soon the weather will be warming up, the wildflowers will be blooming and the birds will be singing. So now is the perfect time to begin planning your next state park getaway. Make it easy with our app, the Texas State Parks Official Guide. The app lets you search for parks by activities or types of facilities. Look at photos and videos of each park.Then you can view a map to find a park near you and get driving directions. Watch this video to see the how it works. GET THE FREE APP 1. Find your perfect park Search for parks by activities like hiking or swimming Find parks with cabins, lodges, shelters, RV sites, or tent camping sites Search for amenities like boat ramps or dump stations Use the in-app map to locate parks near you 2. Discover more Learn about events and activities offered at the park See photos, videos and virtual tours View detailed facility maps for each park Download trail maps for hiking, biking and equestrian Create a list of your favorite parks 3. Getaway! Use in-app dialing to make reservations or call a park Get driving directions from your current location Get up-to-date park advisories such as burn bans GET THE APP The Texas State Parks Official Guide is just one of the programs made possible by supporters of Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, our Nonprofit Partner. Texas State Parks | Calendar of Events | Reservations | State Parks Passes

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