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  1. Are you in a council that has a positive or toxic culture or something different? 1 2

    By Ojoman,   
    • 26 replies
    • 2.4k views

  2. Thoughts and Observations on Recharter & Membership Renewal Policies and Support Systems (A Cautionary Tale Going Into 2025) 1 2

    By InquisitiveScouter,
    • 29 replies
    • 1.4k views

  3. My nice SE message this morning. Seems a bit canned?

    By skeptic,
    • 1 reply
    • 246 views

  4. Determining where a unit "exists" and how it is supported 1 2

    By MyIndianNameIsSpoon,
    • 17 replies
    • 2.4k views

  5. Do units support the council, or council supports the units?

    By Eagle94-A1,
    • 13 replies
    • 1.3k views

  6. Local YPT rules vs National

    By Val,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.2k views

  7. Hudson Valley Council ignores BSA Youth Protection Policy 1 2

    By RememberSchiff,
    • 22 replies
    • 10.1k views

  8. Can the Council require a Unit to be Chartered under the Council?

    By pbcheesehead,
    • 11 replies
    • 1.9k views

  9. How to Upset your Volunteers 1 2 3 4

    By Eagle94-A1,
    • 57 replies
    • 9.5k views

  10. Be Prepared

    By Better4itall,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  11. Council Income and Expenses

    By 5thGenTexan,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  12. Councils doing monthly subscription fees?

    By topshot,
    • 2 replies
    • 961 views

  13. Does the Re-Charter info Automatically Update Scoutbook ?

    By Alec27,
    • 11 replies
    • 1.6k views

  14. Registration Requirements for Charter

    By Alec27,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  15. Executive Board Meetings 1 2 3 4

    By Christi13,
    • 55 replies
    • 8.4k views

  • LATEST POSTS

    • RememberSchiff
      BSA LIFEGUARD PROGRAM TO BE DISCONTINUED

      By RememberSchiff · Posted

      BSA Lifeguard and Instructor Program Transition Webinar 1/16/2025 about 58 minutes https://scouting-org.zoom.us/rec/play/LvRxtS6duldLsLsiZv2y6uhEfjUtzzNIOcSJzlT7kLK4_fW3J0tnmdayNHhtP9YtEdPMzvBtsy4lTrgb.z4NJvlopIo4FB-6b?canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&startTime=1737075625000&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fscouting-org.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2FTWms542tzepJvs-uevzEczkFz31g0Y6SCngQD-et7LsJFZA9gv4sZhHVJCMPxjhe.gz8qVAiFNa5a_HCG%3FstartTime%3D1737075625000  
    • RememberSchiff
      BSA LIFEGUARD PROGRAM TO BE DISCONTINUED

      By RememberSchiff · Posted

      Transitioning to Red Cross Certification: Opportunities for BSA Aquatics Instructors and BSA Lifeguard Instructors "As part of this transition, currently certified BSA Lifeguard Instructors and BSA Aquatics Instructors will have the option to participate in a crossover course to become American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructors, if they choose. More information about these opportunities will be available soon. For individuals and camps that have relied on National Camping School Aquatics Instructor courses to become certified as lifeguard instructors, opportunities to earn certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor will be offered both before or after National Camping School in 2025, along with additional certification options available at locations nationwide." More at source: https://www.scouting.org/outdoor-programs/aquatics/bsa-lifeguard-instructor-transition/
    • skeptic
      Official Rebranding Feb 8

      By skeptic · Posted

      And maybe a branch at the Isthmus?  
    • RememberSchiff
      BSA LIFEGUARD PROGRAM TO BE DISCONTINUED

      By RememberSchiff · Posted

      Back on Topic:  Seems only 4 agencies are recognized to train lifeguards and/or lifeguard instructors? "After careful consideration and evaluation, Scouting America will transition away from the BSA Lifeguard certification program effective December 31, 2024. Over the last decade, training lifeguards across the entire aquatics industry has continued to evolve. While our partnership with the American Red Cross remains strong, the Red Cross materials will no longer be available to be used jointly for instruction of the BSA Lifeguard program. In addition, Scouting America does not possess the scientific and other resources required to develop and update a Scouting America specific lifeguard training curriculum that meets the industry standards mandated through state and federal regulations.    Moving forward, we believe that partnering with well-established certifying agencies such as the American Red Cross, YMCA, StarGuard Elite, and Ellis & Associates will still allow us to offer local councils access to top-tier lifeguard training. We are confident that this approach will provide Scouting with quality training while also meeting industry standards. Our primary focus is on ensuring that every council has the support it needs to certify lifeguards for both summer camp and year-round aquatic activities.   We will provide further updates in the coming weeks..." More at Source, updated 9/27/2025: https://www.scouting.org/trail-to-adventure-blog/bsa-lifeguard-certification-program-retiring-effective-december-31-2024/
    • qwazse
      Official Rebranding Feb 8

      By qwazse · Posted

      Soon to include Canada and Greenland?

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