Welcome to the Fall. Hopefully, the sudden change in the weather is moving smoke out of your areas, allowing time for a few more outdoor activities in the sun and beneath the changing leaves.
Fall is always an exciting time in Scouting. It’s a time when we onboard many new Scouts into our programs. I always look forward to seeing the new Scouts taking their first steps along the trail of adventure. I hope you do as well.
Recently, a national poll showed that many Americans don’t know what Scouting is. This is a change from years ago when most people knew what the program was all about and understood its positive impact on youth development. Especially today, in a world where new research shows that post-pandemic parents are worried their kids’ childhood is slipping away.
I would ask all of you to put on your ambassador hat and help us recruit as many Scouts as possible. We know and have witnessed the difference it makes in a person forever.
Here is a link to why Scouting is so important. Check it out, share the article, and remind everyone about the value of Scouting.
Happy Fall!
Jory Dellinger
Scout Executive & CEO
