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45 Young Leaders Complete Groundbreaking Leadership Training September 13, 2025 – The Grand Canyon Council celebrated a major milestone with the successful completion of the inaugural Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) course. This innovative program which was identified as an absolute need through a volunteer leadership survey earlier this year, brought together 45 […]

From his first Cub Scout meeting in 1950 to decades of leadership and mentorship, Rodger Monson’s 70+ year journey in Scouting reflects a lifetime of service, inspiration, and commitment to shaping future generations. When you meet Rodger Monson, you quickly realize that Scouting isn’t just something he did as a youth—it’s something that has shaped

Devin Clark Makes History as the Grand Canyon Council’s First Female Lodge Chief, Inspiring Inclusivity, Leadership, and the Next Generation of Scouts Devin Clark Becomes First Female Lodge Chief in Grand Canyon Council History Peoria, AZ — Devin Clark of Troop 505, proudly chartered with American Legion Post 94, has made history as the first

8 Central-Metro Scouts Earned the rank of Eagle, completing projects that gave nearly 800 hours of service back to the community. Congratulations to Our New Eagle Scouts!We are proud to recognize eight outstanding Scouts from the Central-Metro Community who achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout! This significant milestone reflects their hard work, leadership, and

Each year, Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council honors 8 outstanding Scouts who exemplify the values of Scouting through leadership, service, heroism, and Scout spirit. Selected Scouts will:  Be recognized as a 2026 Scout of the Year  Receive a $500 scholarship toward secondary education  Serve as youth spokespeople for Scouting at public relations and fundraising events 

Recognizing Three Scouts Who Gave Nearly 300 Hours of Service and Reached Scouting’s Highest Honor We are proud to recognize three outstanding Scouts from the Central-Metro Community who achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout!  This significant milestone reflects their hard work, leadership, and commitment to service — and we are excited to see the

Rosalyn K. and Madeline F. Represent Grand Canyon Council at Switzerland’s International Scout Center Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) brings to life Lord Baden-Powell’s vision of a permanent mini Jamboree. Each year, Scouts from more than 50 countries gather in Kandersteg, Switzerland, to experience global Scouting fellowship

Grand Canyon Council Leaders Gather at Philmont to Strengthen Skills, Build Community, and Shape the Future of Scouting. Mark Price, Ray Warren, Kevin Forsythe, Stephanie Russell, Ray Kimball, Tom Curzon, Jacob Benyi, Andy Price, and Danny Tucker. Not pictured were Russ Jones and Kent McClelland. This summer, a dedicated group of Grand Canyon Council volunteers