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Owen Zamejtis-Brown Named Council Service Territory 8 Recipient of the Glenn A. & Melinda W. Adams Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award for 2026

The National Eagle Scout Association established the Glenn A. & Melinda W. Adams Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award (ESSPY) to recognize Eagle Scout candidates who go above and beyond in service to their communities. These projects represent the very best of Scouting—leadership, creativity, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference. Each year, councils across the country nominate outstanding Eagle Scout service […]

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Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council Alumni Step Up to Serve

Dedicated Alumni “repeat attenders” gathered March 18, 2026 at Zipps Sports Grill in Tempe.  These returning attendees have built strong connections through past Alumni social gatherings—sharing memories, rekindling friendships, and strengthening their ties to Scouting. This time, however, they came ready to take action.  The group committed to several impactful initiatives, including serving a meal to volunteers at Camp Geronimo,

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Back to the Campfire: Scouting Alumni Reconnect in Flagstaff

On January 21, 2026, twenty-one Scouting alumni gathered in Flagstaff to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. The evening reflected the Alumni Association’s mission of welcoming alums back to the campfire—rekindling friendships, sharing memories, and celebrating the life-changing impact of Scouting. Each attendee brought a unique story, some reaching back more than 50 years and

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Campfire Connections: December 3 Alumni Gathering a Perfect Place to See Old Friends and Meet New Ones

Old Friendships, Making New Friends, and the Lasting Values of Scouting Were the Focus of Our December 3 Alumni Gathering On December 3, 2025, 15 Scouting alumni gathered to renew friendships and make some new ones. The evening highlighted the Association’s mission of “welcoming alums back to the campfire” to rekindle friendships and share memories.

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Campfire Connections: August 21 Alumni Gathering Celebrates Scouting’s Lasting Impact

The August 21st gathering honored friendships, service, and the enduring values of Scouting. On August 21, 34 Scouting alumni gathered to rekindle friendships, share memories, and celebrate the life-changing impact of Scouting. Attendees included members of the 2014 Philmont Training Center strategic planning group, graduates of the Leadership Academy, and newly registered Alumni Association members.

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Colin F. Campbell Receives Distinguished Council Alumnus Award

Colin F. Campbell Receives Distinguished Council Alumnus Award On August 21, 2025, Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council Alumni Association proudly presented Colin F. Campbell with the Distinguished Council Alumnus Award. This award honors individuals who have achieved prominence in their profession or community while living out the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Colin’s

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Once a Scout, Always a Scout: Welcoming Matthew Irsfeld to the Council Alumni Committee

Honoring a Legacy of Leadership: Eagle Scout Matthew Irsfeld Joins the Flagstaff Alumni Team The Grand Canyon Council Alumni Association is proud to welcome Eagle Scout Matthew Irsfeld as the newest member of our Council Alumni Committee, representing the Flagstaff area. Matthew joins a dedicated group of volunteers who continue to live out the values

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