December 2018
Ben Has Countless Reasons to Celebrate Scouting (including a $25,000 Scholarship)
Ben Carman's journey in Scouting led him on many great adventures that culminated in the achievement of the Eagle Award. But the adventure didn't end there. Ben's academic performance, leadership in Scouting in Troop and Crew 177 in Alliance, OH, and involvement in other activities enabled him to be selected as a recipient of a Cooke Academic Scholarship from the National Eagle Scout Association. Only 4 of these scholarships are presented nationwide and will provide $25,000 to Ben's pursuit of a Mathematics and Computer Science degree from Ohio University.

"Being in Boy Scouts has left a long lasting impact on the man I am today. Not only did I learn basic skills and enjoy amazing outdoor adventures, but I learned the importance of skills like servant leadership. I have grown into an outgoing leader in many aspects of life and Boy Scouts has helped me to gain the skills to lead while being a role model and motivator throughout. Similarly, Scouts has exposed me to countless relationships, mentorships, fields of study, hobbies, and places to relax and explore. Even when I thought Scouts could give me no more, being an Eagle Scout opened the door for me to earn a $25,000 scholarship from the National Eagle Scout Association. Needless to say, this experience has really helped to shape my young life and I have countless reasons to give back to Scouts and my community in the future," says Ben about his experience in Scouting.

Apply for an Eagle Scout Scholarship of your own! All 2018 Eagle Scouts should apply for the Glenn and Melinda Adams Service Project of the Year ! The winner has the chance to receive up to $2,500.

We all have reasons to Celebrate Scouting - read more below on how you can be a part of the celebration this February.
Celebrate Scouting - Free Family Fun Events!
Join us in February 2019 as we Celebrate Scouting across all 12 counties in the Buckeye Council! Celebrate Scouting will be a month long focus on bringing our Scouting family together by highlighting successes from 2018. Celebrations will take place with every unit, at free family fun events, with Scouting leaders, and with community organizations who support Scouting. Throughout the Celebration all parents, leaders, and members of the community are invited to connect and invited to invest.

Celebrate by attending any or all of our free family fun events located throughout our council.

Free Family Fun Events - RSVP Today!


Forge New Skills at the Baden Powell Institute
Join more than 350 leaders from around the Buckeye Council at the premier training event of the year. The Baden Powell Institute, named for Scouting's Founder, provides a college-like atmosphere with courses throughout the day covering traditional Scouting leadership skills, as well as innovative tools to benefit you and your unit. This is a "must attend" event for all leaders to forge new skills, make new friends, and have fun!

Chart Your Course and Register For 2019 Summer Camps Today!
The outdoor classroom is where Scouting's programs come to life and where lifelong memories are forged. Registration is now open for all 2019 Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, and Venturing Summer Camp. Start building your adventure today! Hurry! Day Camp Early Bird ends 12/31!

Scout Executive Minute
As we continue into the season of giving thanks, giving gifts, and giving back, I am most proud of the service that our Scouts give to our local communities each year. In 2017, Scouts across our council gave 98,510 hours of community service to people and organizations in need. This year that will grow to more than 100,000 hours donated back to our communities. Scouting truly makes a profound impact on the world in addition to the character education and leadership development that youth and adults in the program receive.

Every hour of service is just one more reason on a lengthy list of reasons we have to celebrate Scouting this February. Join us in connecting and investing as part of our month long celebration in 2019.
Jesse Roper II
Scout Executive
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