Welcome to the National Capital Area Council Boy Scouts!

National Capital Area Council, BSA delivers the promise of Scouting to youth in the Washington, D.C., metro area, including the District of Columbia, 16 counties in Maryland and Virginia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and U.S. citizens abroad in North and South America. Our programs teach young people to “be prepared!” for adventure, education, service, and leadership.

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NCAC Response to COVID-19

As always, your safety and the safety of all our members, volunteers, and employees is our top priority. Please know that we continue to monitor developments regarding COVID-19 both locally and through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For NCAC’s Post-COVID guidance, please visit our COVID-19 resource page.

  

Latest News

  • Potomac District has 4 new Eagle Scouts in May!
    by Stanley Kwok on May 21, 2024 at 4:19 pm

    Congratulations to the 4 NCAC Potomac District Eagle Scouts and their proud parents. Thank you so much to all those who assisted these Life Scouts along their journey to reach the Eagle Scout rank! The following websites might be of interest to some: OA Eagle Scout Congratulatory Letter Eagle, Summit, Quartermaster, and Gold Congratulation Letters

  • Scout Wins Sons of the American Revolution Essay Contest – George Washington Chapter
    by Carla Brown on May 21, 2024 at 4:10 pm

    Troop 1577 Eagle Scout Russell Welland was recognized by the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution on May 11. He participated in the Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Contest, and his essay was chosen for recognition by this chapter. At their monthly meeting, he read his essay and received

  • NCAC Eagle Scout gets drafted into the NFL
    by Mickey Nemier on May 17, 2024 at 9:18 pm

    Congratulations to Walter Rouse for being the sixth-round draft pick for the Minnesota Vikings. Walter was Troop 1444’s 120th Eagle Scout in 2017.  We look forward to seeing him play as an offensive lineman in the 2024 NFL Season! Learn more about Walter and his impressive accomplishments by visiting the Minnesota Vikings website: 5 Things

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