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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

Troop 747 from Phoenix Arizona watched “Only the Brave” and hiked the Granite Mountain Hotshot Memorial to honor the 19 firefighters who lost their lives defending Yarnell, Arizona. In December, Scouts BSA Troop 747 of Phoenix, proudly chartered with Phoenix Friends Church, spent a week honoring the “Yarnell 19.” For those who may recall, in

Celebrating four Scouts from the Central-Metro Community who achieved Eagle Scout rank in, contributing nearly 400 hours of service to their community. We are proud to recognize four outstanding Scouts from the Central-Metro Community who achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. This remarkable milestone reflects years of dedication, leadership, and service—and we are excited to see the bright futures ahead of

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Council Honors Award recipients! These outstanding volunteer leaders will be celebrated at the Council Recognition and Fellowship on February 7, 2026. The officers and Executive Board of the Grand Canyon Council are proud to recognize these individuals for their dedicated and noteworthy service to Scouting and youth in communities across our council’s

A Peoria family’s journey through Scouting comes full circle as Charlotte leads with service and follows in her siblings’ footsteps. In 2025, Charlotte C., proudly earned her Eagle Scout rank with Troop 3546, chartered by the Basecamp Youth Center in Peoria — making her the fourth sibling to reach Scouting’s highest honor. Her older siblings—Justin (Eagle 2013), Jamie (Eagle 2017), and Paul (Eagle

Scouting has shaped generations of leaders across Arizona—and thanks to supporters like you, today’s youth continue to grow in confidence, build lifelong friendships, and gain skills that last a lifetime. https://youtu.be/uUsfep83oVU As we head into the season of gratitude, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to the amazing Scouts, leaders, and families who