This past February, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) celebrated its 100th year in existence. Since its founding in 1910, over 110 million Americans have been members. With over 4 million members currently, it's one of the largest youth organizations in the United States.
The goal of the Scouts is to train youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in the wide range of outdoor activities, educational programs, and at older age levels career-orientated programs in partnership with community organizations.
For its younger members, the Scout method introduces values such as trustworthiness, good citizenship, and outdoor skills through a variety of activities that include but are not limited to camping, aquatics, and hiking.
Here's to the Boys Scouts of America and all the volunteers and scout leaders who have taken the time to introduce the youth of yesterday, today, and tomorrow to a COOL respectful way of living-stay positive, stay generous, and STAY COOL!
What do you think of the efforts of the BSA to instill these cool and positive characteristics in the youth of today? Were you a scout or involved in any other youth organization as a child that helped you prepare for the future? What did you learn and are you involved in any capacity today as a volunteer?
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