Fred Lund Scout Troop 54

04/26/2026

Know a young adult looking for a meaningful way to make a global impact this summer?

Scouting America’s International Committee is offering an incredible opportunity for Scouts ages 18–26 to partner with Scouts from the Dominican Republic on a Habitat for Humanity build. This is a chance to collaborate across cultures, develop leadership skills, and create lasting change in a community.

Questions? Reach out to Rick Hathaway at rhathaway@habitat.org.

04/26/2026

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Scouts and their parents expect all Scouting America activities to be conducted safely. To ensure the safety of participants, Scouting America expects leaders to use the four points of SAFE when delivering the Scouting program.

Learn about the SAFE checklist 👇

https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safe/

04/25/2026

The work you do doesn’t always get the spotlight—but it makes everything else possible. Because of you, camps run, events come together, and Scouts get to experience moments that shape who they become. ⚜️

👉 Thank you for all you do—today and every day.

04/25/2026

Before becoming a four-time world champion, Antron Brown was winning Pinewood Derby races as a Cub Scout. The drive to compete started early, and Scouting America helped build the foundation that carried him into a career as a professional driver.

Learn more: Scouting.org/ABMotorsports

04/25/2026

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04/25/2026

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Scouting America celebrates Earth Day (April 22) through nationwide conservation initiatives, particularly the "Scouting for Clean Waterways" program. Scouts participate in service projects like park cleanups, recycling drives, and nature hikes to promote environmental stewardship, often earning specialized badges and patches.

Learn all the details 👇

https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2026/03/27/scouting-prepares-for-season-2-of-clean-waterways-heres-how-you-can-participate/

04/23/2026

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Are your Scouts experiencing all of the intended benefits of the merit badge program? When Scouts follow the merit badge process as designed, their social skills improve, self-reliance grows, and interests are explored with a counselor who serves as a positive role model and an enthusiastic subject....

04/23/2026

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Today is Earth Day, an annual global event focused on raising awareness and encouraging action to protect the environment.

Outdoor Ethics Guides help troops build strong, responsible outdoor habits in every adventure.

They support Scouts in learning and practicing the Outdoor Code, Leave No Trace, and Tread Lightly! principles while hiking, camping, and enjoying the outdoors. The focus is on making good choices that protect nature and reduce impact.

They also help Scouts working toward Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class by reinforcing these skills in real outdoor settings.

Responsibilities include:

🌿 Promoting Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly!, and the Outdoor Code
🧭 Setting a strong example for others
👕 Wearing the uniform correctly
📜 Living the Scout Oath and Scout Law
🔥 Showing true Scout spirit in all outdoor activities

Learn more 👇

https://troopleader.scouting.org/general-troop-information/troop-structure/troop-positions/outdoor-ethics-guide/