Without a bold vision, BSA is doomed within a decade. With Move Forward: Save Scouting, we can be relevant to society, improve programming, ditch unsound practices, and streamline the experience.

Double down on adventure

The main thing adults remember about their Scouting experience? Kick-ass adventures with friends.

When we facilitate kick-ass adventures with friends, youth will want our program, youth will stick with it.

BSA is in a crowded market. Other organizations also instill positive values in youth. BSA’s main differentiator is a robust adventure program. Everything we do must be in the context of adventure.

Adventure can come in many forms. A Tiger Cub (first grade) field trip to a grocery store may be an adventure! Generally, adventures should be outdoor as much as feasible. All should appropriately challenge the youth.

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