Becoming a Merit Badge Counselor

Step 1. Pick a merit badge Have a look at all the merit badges and pick the ones you would like to help with:https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/merit-badges/ Step 2. Complete the required training. As of November 1, according to NCAC ARC guidelines, all new MBCs must now provide evidence that they’ve completed training for the position before they …

Mulch Sales

We appreciate your support of Scouting through our mulch sale. As a returning customer, we wanted to let you know we will be delivering directly to you again this year. Troop 966 is excited to run our 2025 Mulch fundraiser, providing home delivery of bagged mulch in Black, Brown, and Natural. We are again partnering …

Troop Program Resources

Troop Program Resources is designed to serve as a planning tool for troop leaders. Its aim is to provide resources that contribute to making parts of the troop meeting more meaningful, engaging, and fun. The ideas and examples contained in Troop Program Resources can be used by troop leaders and Scouts in various positions: Troop leaders are encouraged to apply and adapt the material on these …

Eagle Scout Scholarships

Every year, the National Eagle Scout Association bestows scholarships upon Eagle Scouts pursuing higher education. These scholarships are made possible by generous donors and NESA members that help the alumni organization to continue developing young adults beyond their traditional Scouting experience.To find out more on how to join NESA, click here: https://nesa.org/why-join/ Some scholarships are part …

Life to Eagle

Life to Eagle can initially feel daunting compared to all other ranks achieved so far.  Like all else that you have learned to do in life — scouts, sports and school — breaking the requirements into smaller manageable pieces will be the key to your success. Planning for success — Getting started and keeping on track …

Scout Awards

National Outdoor Awards Program: When a Scout excels in outdoor participation, there are awards to show for it! This program, conceived by the BSA’s National Camping Task Force, includes a series of six badges designed to recognize a Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Sea Scout, or Venturer who has exemplary knowledge and experience in performing high-level outdoor …