The Boy Scouts of America has officially rebranded as Scouting America, effective this weekend. This change coincides with the organization’s 115th anniversary and aims to encourage participation from all children. Local leaders are expressing support for the new direction.
- Boy Scouts of America rebranded as Scouting America
- New name encourages all children to participate
- Rebranding coincides with 115th anniversary
- Local leaders emphasize family involvement in scouting
- Klondike Derby event featured hands-on activities
- Focus on outdoor experiences and life skills
Tim McCandless, Scouting Executive and CEO for the Narragansett Council, emphasized that scouting is intended for the whole family. Hundreds of participants gathered at Camp Yawgoog in Hopkinton, R.I., to engage in activities like building sleds during this year’s Klondike Derby.
The rebranding of the Boy Scouts of America to Scouting America marks a significant shift aimed at inclusivity. The organization seeks to attract a wider audience by inviting all children and their families to participate in scouting activities.
This weekend’s events included the Klondike Derby at Camp Yawgoog, where scouts engaged in various outdoor challenges. Participants built sleds and completed tasks designed to teach valuable skills while fostering teamwork and creativity.
- The organization celebrates its 115th anniversary.
- Local leader Tim McCandless advocates for family involvement in scouting.
- Activities focus on outdoor experiences away from screens.
McCandless expressed enthusiasm about seeing children connect with nature through hands-on experiences. He believes that these activities help develop life skills while promoting physical activity and camaraderie among participants.
The transition from Boy Scouts of America to Scouting America reflects a broader commitment to inclusivity within the organization. As it celebrates over a century of service, local leaders are optimistic about its future growth and impact on families and communities alike.
