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Local Scout Honored with Rare Award

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:22:00 GMT

Kansas City Scout receives rare award demonstrating exceptional "Scouting heroism and skill."

Troop Safety Officer

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:11:00 GMT

Introducing the Safety Officer position—a youth-led role designed to put Scouts in the driver’s seat of risk management.

KC Scout Recognized for Bravery

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Kansas City Scout honored with Meritorious Achievement Award after her quick thinking, bravery, and skill.

Peace Light Returns to KC

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:31:00 GMT

It’s a symbol of peace, goodwill, and hope...now the Peace Light is making its way back to Kansas City this December.

Lt. Governor Launches New Recognition Program for Missouri Scouts

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:54:00 GMT

The Missouri Lt. Governor’s Patch is a new recognition program developed to honor Scouts who exemplify leadership, service, and citizenship at the state level.

2026 Camp Draw

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:07:00 GMT

Adventure starts HERE! Now is the time to start planning for summer camp and the 2026 Scouts BSA Summer Camp Draw starts this November.

Kansas Eagle Scout Honored with National EPA Award

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:13:00 GMT

A Kansas Eagle Scout is receiving national recognition after being honored with the Environmental Protection Agency's President’s Environmental Youth Award.

Scouting Launches Two Cutting-Edge Merit Badges

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:58:00 GMT

Scouting is stepping boldly into the digital age with the release of its two newest merit badges - Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity

New Merit Badge Counselor Resources

marmstro@bsamail.org (Matt Armstrong) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:39:00 GMT

Merit badge counselors now have new support for incorporating digital resources to enhance the merit badge experience for all.

Exploring the Northern Tier

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:17:00 GMT

Adventure...for all! Scouts brave the northern backcountry, stepping off the grid to embrace the true spirit of Scouting thanks to a special program.

Cub Scout Family Campouts

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 16:51:00 GMT

Adventure Ahead...Explore the outdoors at a Cub Family Campout and start your Scouting year right!

Keeping Scouts Safe from Storms at Summer Camp

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:47:00 GMT

An in-depth look at our unparalleled safety standards when it comes to operating two of the largest Scout camps in the country.

Introducing "Scoutly"

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:52:00 GMT

Say hello to “Scoutly” the AI Chatbot and the newest resource to introduce Scouting to prospective new families and to help answer questions for volunteers.

Safeguarding Youth Training

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:32:00 GMT

The new Safeguarding Youth Training replacing Youth Protection Training is now live and is mandatory for all adult leaders.

Winter in the Wild

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:59:00 GMT

From Kansas City to the snowy wilds of Minnesota, local Scouts brave subzero temperatures to experience Northern Tier's Okpik Winter Adventure.

Kansas Eagle Scout Excels in Outdoor Achievement

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:01:00 GMT

It's one of the rarest awards earned in the BSA. Now, this Kansas Eagle Scout joins a short list of Scouts who have excelled in outdoor achievement.

Scouting Safely

marmstro@bsamail.org (Matt Armstrong) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:08:00 GMT

Scouting safely is our top priority and there are a few important updates when it comes to the buddy system and overnight events for Webelos, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts.

Scouts BSA Camp Draw

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:44:00 GMT

Summer camp 2025 is closer than you think and the Scouts BSA Summer Camp Draw starts this November for Naish and Bartle.

Peace Light Returns to Kansas City

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:13:00 GMT

It’s a symbol of peace, goodwill, and hope...now the Peace Light is making its way back to Kansas City this holiday season.

Cub Scout Family Campouts

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 17:01:00 GMT

Adventure Ahead...Explore the outdoors at a Cub Family Campout and start your Scouting year right!