Boy Scouts of America to Become Scouting America
Rutland, MA (May 7, 2024) – The Boy Scouts of America today announced that it will be changing its name to Scouting America. This change
May 7, 2024
SAFE Scouting
The Boy Scouts of America has assembled this collection of resources to help unit leaders ensure that all Boy Scouts of America activities are conducted safely.
Fishing Basics for Leaders and Youth
This training is for adults and youth* 15 years of age or older that will prepare Cub Leaders and possible Camp Counselors for the new Cub Scout Fishing Program Changes that take effect on June 1, 2024. Must be registered members of the BSA to participate.
Mandatory Training Policy
The Heart of New England Council has adopted a Mandatory Training Policy requiring all registered leaders to be fully trained for their leadership position. Registered adults who are not compliant at the end of the transition period will be suspended from all Scouting activities. Learn more by clicking the article title.
NEW! Adult Application Process Revised
Effective March 4, 2024, the BSA is changing the adult application process to require that the results of the Criminal Background Check (CBC) must be received BEFORE the new adult volunteer can assume a leadership role. Click to read the complete announcement.
BSA Membership Fee UPDATE
Effective April 1, 2024, the BSA will eliminate the $25.00 dollar one time joining fee for new program participants in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouting. Read the announcement from our council key 3 to learn more.
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Gearing Up for the Camp Wanocksett Centennial
Celebrating a Century Building Character Through Outdoor Adventure Rutland, MA – In January 2024, the Heart of New England Council, Boy Scouts of America will
December 7, 2023
Updated Fiscal Policies & Procedures for BSA Units
In March of 2022 the BSA issued updated guidance related to financial management, fundraising, and electronic payments. These guidelines apply to all BSA Units. Units
April 7, 2022
BSA National Financial Restructuring Update
FEBRUARY 08, 2022 UPDATE Dear Scouters, As a valued member of our Scouting community, we are reaching out to provide you with an update on
February 8, 2022
Updated Guide to Safe Scouting
The September 2021 update to the Guide to Safe Scouting is now available in both PDF and online format. All participants in official Scouting activities
September 28, 2021
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