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Category: Council News
Unit Metrics: What Unit Leaders Need to Know
Scouting America has introduced Unit Metrics as a new way to understand and support unit success. Unit Metrics replace older, more subjective scoring systems with clear, objective indicators that focus on what matters most: keeping youth engaged and units thriving. What Are Unit Metrics? Unit Metrics look at five key areas that research and experience […]
Membership Matters: What Packs & Troops Should Focus on in April, May, and June
Tips and Tricks for Units to Reach, Recruit, and Retain youth this spring.
Letter from the Scout Executive: April 2026
Discover the 10 principles of the Scouting Flywheel and how strong leadership, volunteers, and planning drive quality programs and youth retention.
Letter from the Scout Executive: March 2026
What’s Changing and Remaining the Same in Scouting Following last Friday’s announcement from Secretary Hegseth pertaining to Scouting’s relationship with the U.S. military, here’s a clear summary of what’s new and what remains unchanged for Scouting America and the Baltimore Area Council. What Is Not Changing: Our core commitment: We’re committed to the mission of […]
Membership Update: March 2026
Membership Matters: Spring Focus for Packs & Troops Spring is a huge season for Scouting! Families are planning summer, new Scouts are joining, and your unit has plenty of chances to shine. Here’s a quick, friendly guide to what matters most from March through May. Year‑Round Membership Habits Keep growth steady by doing these simple […]
Broad Creek News: March 2026
Broad Creek News Main Menu Scouts BSA Summer Camp Revamped Merit Badge Schedule Provision Camping Cub Adventure Camp What’s New? Project MOOSE Camp Staff Now Hiring! Camp Staff Scholarship Upcoming Events Range and Target Activities Weekend Cub Scout Family Weekend Campmasters With fewer than 100 days until summer staff arrive, there’s a real energy building […]
Big Improvements, Bigger Adventures at Broad Creek
See what’s new and exciting at Broad Creek this summer, including camp upgrades and adventure-filled programs for Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts.
Year-round Unit Growth and Retention Tips
A strong Scouting program—whether a Cub Scout Pack or a Scouts BSA Troop—thrives on consistent, intentional actions that support growth all year long. In the Baltimore Area Council, we follow the 3R Approach: Reach, Recruit, and Retain, ensuring every family has the opportunity to experience the adventure and value of Scouting. As we move into […]
Letter from the Scout Executive: February 2026
As we enter into Scout Anniversary month and celebrate Scouting’s 116th birthday, I found myself considering what is the value of Scouting? Or, I guess a better question might be, what would our communities look like without Scouting? If you were ever in Scouting or are involved today, you have seen the positive impact that […]