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Service To America
There are 14 external links and 3 sub-categories in this part of the SCOUTER Net Compass
SCOUTER Magazine Says:
The Boy Scouts of America began with service when a young scout did his daily good turn and helped William Boyce find his way through the London fog. From that time in 1909, to present day, millions of Scouts have performed service projects and good turns for the betterment of America, its people, and the world.
In April of 1997 the BSA committed to providing 200 million hours of community service each year by its youth members in response to the President's Summit for America's Future. This commits each Scout to a minimum of 12 hours of community service each year through the year 2000.
The Bertrand Historical Cemetery Clean-up
The SCOUTER NetCompass staff reminds you that Service is a two-edged sword of good. Both the community, and the Scout performing the service, can benefit. Benefit to the community is obvious in the lives of those who receive the service. However, let's not forget what performing service can also do to a Scout. The sense of accomplishment, the satisfaction of helping others, and the pride in knowing it made a difference, can inspire a Scout to do more, and spur him to continue to help, long after he hangs up his uniform.
Consider this story of an average troop, who tackled a hefty project, and came away better for having done so. Read The story of the "Bertrand Historical Cemetery Clean-Up."
Order of the Arrow & Service to America
In 1997, President Bill Clinton held a summit in Washington, DC, on volunteerism. . The BSA committed 200 million hours of service by the end of the year 2000. This task has been accepted by the OA. Here are the details from the O.A.'s official site.
The Great Aluminuim Can Roundup
This is the official site for Can Manufacturers Institute's effort that has troops all over the country cleaning up the environment & raising funds at the same time! There is also a page called The ABCs of Environmental Education,
President's Student Service Challenge
The President's Student Service Challenge is a White House initiative which recognizes young Americans with awards and scholarships for outstanding community service, while encouraging more young people to serve.
American Flag
Articles and Resources about American Flag
Curb Painting
Curb Painting is a community service this troop has agreed to do for the community of Monroeville Pennsylvania.
Great Aluminum Can Roundup Project
This troop participated in the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) can round up in their community. This site gives the details.
Lemon-aid
Community service ideas
Make A Difference Day
National Day of Volunteering, 4th Saturday in October
NY - Scouts help plants in Sodus Bay
Scouts and volunteers participated in an annual event on the Sodus Bay Marsh Unit south of Bay Bridge. The event is to control Water Chestnut plants from invading the open waters of Sodus Bay.
OR - Save Oregon from Litter & Vandalism
SOLV Save Oregon from Litter and Vandalism, is a cooperative program involving many groups. The obvious opportunities for Scouting Service are endless. Projects include Beach Clean Up Day, Adopt A River, Berry The Volunteer Bear, etc.
Pocket Flag Project
Help cut and fold pocket size flags to sent to troops on the front lines. View web site for answers to all your questions about how to participate.
Prevent our kids from the using alcohol
YAERD is an organization that was setup to help young adults educate EVERYONE about the dangers of alcohol.
Service Project Repository/Discussion
Publicize your service projects and discuss raising great kids through Scouting
United States Heritage Award
The United States Heritage Award was designed by scouts and adults to give youth recognition for learning about the Heritage of the United States of America, and showing patriotism.
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