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Troop 827, proudly supported by Hosanna Lutheran Church in the Mesa Unified Community, recently made history! The Scouts were invited to Ash Creek in Chrysotile, AZ, a site owned by Andrew Colburn, for a one-of-a-kind adventure. The troop explored the Old Chrysotile Mine entrance, climbed the bandit lookout, and wandered through a ghost town, immersing themselves in the […]

For over 27 years, Troop 10 in Mesa, Arizona has been inspiring Scouts to challenge themselves on two wheels through their renowned “Pedaling Patriots” Cycling Merit Badge Program. Since its inception, more than 250 Scouts have completed at least one 50-mile ride with the Troop, many returning season after season to test their endurance and enjoy the camaraderie of

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, Scouts from across Arizona came together for a day of impact, community, and service. On the first Saturday of February each year, the Grand Canyon Council unites youth and adult volunteers for the Scouting Day of Service—a council-wide celebration of service where Scouts tackle projects that meet real needs in neighborhoods,

On February 7, 2026, 125 participants came together to honor excellence in Scouting across our council and to celebrate Scouting’s birthday at our 2026 Council Recognition & Fellowship Day.  Congratulations to each of our 2025 Council Honors, NOESA (National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award) and Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients! Your dedication and service exemplify the values of Scouting, and we are thrilled to celebrate your achievements.  A

Adventure and character go hand in hand. For Ava, the 2026 Cub Scout of the Year, that means embracing the outdoors while learning life skills and making a positive impact in her pack, school, and community.  Ava is a Webelos in Cub Scouts Pack 919 in Casa Grande, beginning her journey as a Lion at age 5. Inspired by

Troop 15, proudly chartered by American Legion Dwight Eisenhower Post 72 in Scottsdale, recently set out on an unforgettable adventure to the USS Midway Museum in San Diego. The trip gave Troop 15 a unique opportunity to step into history and experience life aboard one of America’s most iconic aircraft carriers. Staying aboard the Midway alongside other

Leadership grows through challenges and the choice to step forward. For Rutvik, the 2026 Scout of the Year, that journey began as a shy Wolf Scout and evolved into guiding his troop, mentoring peers, and leaving a lasting impact on his community. Rutvik is an Eagle Scout from Troop 440 in Scottsdale. He began his

Leadership often begins with a choice to step up. For Bella, the 2026 Scout of the Year, that choice came when she helped build her troop from the ground up, shaping the experiences and growth of countless fellow Scouts through service, mentorship, and living the Scout Oath and Law.   Bella is a Life Scout and a founding

Cub Scouts from Pack 101, proudly chartered with Val Vista Academy in Gilbert, recently experienced an unforgettable behind-the-scenes adventure with a Tour of the Tower at Mesa Gateway Airport. Designed to give Scouts unique, hands-on experiences beyond the everyday, this visit offered a rare look at the world of aviation—and left a lasting impression on

Leadership isn’t always loud. Sometimes it looks like steady guidance, quiet confidence, and being ready when others need you most. For Tommy, the 2026 Scout of the Year, leadership has been a way of life shaped by years of service, mentorship, and living the Scout Oath and Law every day. Tommy is a Life Scout and the Senior Patrol Leader of Troop