For more than two decades, the Avenue of Flags program has been a proud tradition in Dubuque, honoring our nation’s holidays with a sea of red, white, and blue. Ten years ago, the Dubuque Noon Optimist Club took the reins of this program, and what started as a modest effort quickly grew into something extraordinary—2,500 […]
Category: Scouts In Action
Building More Than Robots: Scouts Take on Robotics Merit Badge at Merit Badge University
The hum of excitement filled the room as Scouts filed into Merit Badge University, eyes wide at the sight of robot kits, laptops, and safety goggles neatly arranged on tables. Safety FirstBefore a single wire was connected, Scouts learned the importance of safety. They discussed hazards like sharp edges, electrical components, and heat from motors, […]
Epworth Eagle Scout Named 2025 American Legion of Iowa Eagle Scout of the Year
The local Scouting community is proud to celebrate one of its own: Dawson Elliott, an Eagle Scout from Epworth, has been named the 2025 American Legion of Iowa Eagle Scout of the Year. This prestigious honor recognizes Dawson’s exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to both Scouting and his community. Along with the title, Dawson received […]
Scouts and Siblings Team Up to Clean Bergfeld Pond
On June 7, 2025, Scouts from Pack 100 (Dubuque, IA) and Troop 14 (East Dubuque, IL) took action to protect their local environment as part of the Scouting for Clean Waterways initiative. Elise and Grayson led a family effort to clean up litter around Bergfeld Pond and its adjacent playground. Together, the group collected for two hours—making a […]
Scouting After School: Dubuque
The Impact of Scouting After School Our Scout Outreach program has made a remarkable impact on the children attending our local Boys and Girls Club and St. Marks Youth Enrichment after-school programs. Thanks to the generous support from our donors, we have been able to introduce exciting STEM activities to these young minds. String and […]
Scouting After School: Waukon
The Impact of Scouting After School Our Scout Outreach program has made a remarkable impact on the children attending our local Waukon after-school programs. Thanks to the generous support from our donors, we have been able to introduce the wonders of outdoor adventure to these young minds. Tent Setup: Kids learn how to set up […]
Wesley Devaney: A Scout’s Journey to Conservation
Wesley Devaney’s remarkable achievements in conservation have earned him the Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award, the highest conservation award in Scouting. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional and distinguished service in natural resource conservation and environmental improvement. Wesley’s journey to this honor began in 2022, when he embarked on a project that would make a significant […]
Leading The Adventure: St. George Trek
Two local sisters spend time at the Philmont Scout Ranch in the backcountry of Cimmaron, NM to discern the vocation they believe God is calling them to fulfill. At some point in our life there is an experience that opens our eyes to a bigger world than we ever imagined that causes us to ponder […]
