Scouting America Unveils Enhanced Safeguarding Youth Training
Scouting America has launched a newly enhanced Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) program, reinforcing its commitment to the safest environment for youth.
Author: Montana Council
Youth Led – Adult Supervised
A fictional scenario to set the scene: A person finds a town where the sport of basketball is unknown. That person then recruits ten youth
Empowering Leaders: The Value of Volunteer Training In Scouting
Scouting America, Montana Council thrives because of the dedication, energy, and passion of its volunteers. From leading dens and troops to organizing events and managing
Silver Beaver Spotlights: 2025
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest honor a council can bestow on a Scouting volunteer. This prestigious award recognizes distinguished service to youth through
State Of The Council Address
Montana Council President and Chairman of the Board Walt McIntosh delivers the 2025 State of the Council address during the annual convention.
Summer Unit Program – What’s Your Plan?
“Summer? Our pack/troop doesn’t ‘meet’ in the summer!” If this is what your unit is thinking, we strongly encourage you to think differently about the
SE Corner: Our Heroes
Whether through Scouting or other causes, we are fortunate to have people who step up, give their time, and make a real difference.
Anniversary Month Contest Winners 2025
Montana Council is pleased to announce the 2025 Anniversary Month Contest winners! Congratulations: This year, no Venturing Crews or Cub Scout Packs provided submissions with
NYLT: Fun, Adventure, & Growth
Dear Scouts and Scouters, My name is James S., and I am the Youth Course Lead for this year’s National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). If
Announcing 2025 Silver Beavers
The Silver Beaver Award is special and one we hold in the highest esteem in Montana Council. Those who are recognized are a sample of
Adventure, Learning, and Leadership: Scouting America Summer Camps
For Scouts of all ages, summer camps are a one-of-a-kind experience filled with amazing adventures and personal growth. There are many opportunities to develop vital
Surprising Things I Learned After Sending My Kids To Camp
This article originally appeared in the March 2025 issue of Montana Parent Magazine. I distinctly remember the first time I sent my son off to