Category: Letters from the Scout Executive

Discover the 10 principles of the Scouting Flywheel and how strong leadership, volunteers, and planning drive quality programs and youth retention.

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 […]

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 […]

Scout Executive and CEO, Kenn Miller, reviews the Council’s highlights of 2025.

As the Scout Executive, when I go out to Scouting events, one of the questions I hear most often is:
“Why start a new Pack or Troop? Wouldn’t it be better to grow the ones we already have?”

It’s a good question. But here’s the truth: Scouting grows when families have choices.

When we reach out to a new family or introduce Scouting to a young person, we are offering them an invitation to grow, to lead, and to make a difference.

The strongest Scouting units know that a well-planned program is the key to growth and retention. As your unit prepares for the 2025–2026 program year, be sure to include these council-wide events in your calendar. Each one offers unique opportunities to strengthen your unit, connect with the wider Scouting community, and give families memorable experiences […]

This summer at Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation was one for the history books. From exciting program highlights to much-needed facility upgrades, Broad Creek was alive with the spirit of Scouting, the sounds of adventure, and the laughter of thousands of Scouts making lifelong memories.