Author name: Tarryn Hutchison

Unit Service is at the heart of successful units. By creating partnerships with our unit leaders, Unit Coaches build meaningful, ongoing, and positive improvements to help strengthen our units in membership, program, volunteer leadership, planning and budgeting. They support the unit regularly and link unit needs to council recourses along with learning and growing through continuous unit service education. This year we recognize three awards for our

In less than a year, Cub Scout Pack 3302 in Queen Creek has already made a meaningful impact—creating a space where youth can grow, explore, and build lasting friendships. Chartered by American Legion Post 129 Duane Ellsworth, Pack 3302 is a Family Pack serving boys and girls in Grades K–5. Led by Cubmaster Maggie Ricci, this brand-new pack was founded

Innovation, teamwork, and a whole lot of imagination were on full display during a recent campout with Scouts from Troop 3050 in Queen Creek, chartered by the Kiwanis Club of Queen Creek, and Crew 2222, chartered by American Legion Post 97 Joe Foss. Four Scouts took on the challenge of earning the Game Design Merit Badge—and in the

Honoring Outstanding Volunteers for Their Service—and Recognizing Our 2025 James E. West Fellows for Their Lasting Impact Whether it’s leading or supporting a camporee, participating on Eagle Board of Reviews, directing a Wood Badge, BALOO, IOLS, or EDGE training course, chairing an annual event like R-Boo-C, coordinating the annual Veteran’s Day parade, or participating on a

Enthusiasm, leadership, and a love for adventure define Antonio’s Scouting journey. As the 2026 Cub Scout of the Year, he exemplifies how dedication and a playful spirit can inspire peers and strengthen his pack. Antonio is a Webelos in Cub Scouts Pack 276 in Glendale, entering his sixth year in Scouting. Since joining as a

Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council are proud to recognize two outstanding volunteers whose dedication, leadership, and lifelong commitment to youth have made a lasting impact on our council and communities. This year, we are honored to present the Distinguished Service Star to David Charron and the Meritorious Service Star to Tom Collins—two exemplary Scouters whose

Service, leadership, and community impact define Nolan’s journey as the 2026 Scout of the Year. From volunteering over 500 hours at the Flagstaff Family Food Center to founding the city’s only Venturing Crew, Nolan has made a lasting difference while growing as a leader. Nolan is an Eagle Scout from Troop 7031 and President of Venturing Crew 1876 in Flagstaff. He

The National Court of Honor Committee has announced the Silver Antelope Class of 2026, recognizing Scouters from across the country whose service has made a lasting impact on youth.  Created in 1942, the Silver Antelope Award is the Council Service Territory (CST) level distinguished service award presented by the Boy Scouts of America through the National Court of Honor. It