Celebrated on 02/08/2026
National Boy Scouts Day is celebrated on February 8th, marking the founding of the Boy Scouts of America in 1910. The first Boy Scout troop in the U.S. was organized by W.D. Boyce after being inspired by the British Scouting movement. Today, over 130 million youth have participated in Scouting worldwide.
National Boy Scouts Day commemorates the founding of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) on February 8, 1910. The organization was established by William D. Boyce, a Chicago publisher, who was inspired by the scouting movement founded by Robert Baden-Powell in the United Kingdom in 1907. After getting lost in London fog and being guided by a Scout, Boyce incorporated the BSA to promote character development, citizenship, and outdoor skills among American youth. The first national headquarters was set up in New York City, and the BSA quickly grew, receiving a federal charter from Congress in 1916.
Since its inception, the BSA has evolved to include various programs such as Cub Scouts (for younger children) and Venturing (for older youth). In 2019, the BSA began admitting girls into its flagship Cub Scout and Scout programs, marking a significant shift. National Boy Scouts Day is celebrated annually on February 8 with events like flag ceremonies, community service projects, and recruitment drives. Scouts often participate in special activities such as hiking, camping, and learning new skills, while local councils host open houses to showcase the organization's impact.
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