SYRACUSE NY (MAY 28, 2026) – Scouting America, Longhouse Council shares the resounding success of the 58th Annual ScoutPower, held in the JMA Wireless Dome with honoree County Executive Ryan McMahon and keynote speaker, legendary Syracuse University and NFL quarterback, Don McPherson. Chaired by Dr. Warren Hilton, President of Onondaga Community College, utilized his tremendous… Continue reading ScoutPower 2026 Raises over $625,000 to Support Scouting Across Central and Northern NewYork with Honoree Ryan McMahon and Keynote Speaker Don McPherson
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Scout Executive & CEO attends an Eagle Court of Honor
An Eagle Scout Court of Honor is a celebration of years of hard work, leadership, perseverance, service, and character development. Only a small percentage of Scouts earn the rank of Eagle Scout, making this achievement one of the most respected honors a youth can earn. The project the Scout does is the cornerstone of the… Continue reading Scout Executive & CEO attends an Eagle Court of Honor
Celebrating Scouting America on George Kilpatrick’s Inspiration for the Nation
In honor of Scouting America celebrating its 116th anniversary, our Longhouse Council Scout Executive & CEO, Ed Theetge, talked to George Kilpatrick on his February 15th episode of Inspiration for the Nation. Joining him on the podcast were Kimberly Stanton and Eagle Sout Annaliese B. who shared their scouting journeys. In addition, they discussed the… Continue reading Celebrating Scouting America on George Kilpatrick’s Inspiration for the Nation
Meet 2025 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Senator Mark Walczyk
Senator Mark Walczyk is a dedicated American politician and a proud member of the United States Army Reserve who has been representing the 49th district in the New York State Senate since 2023. A graduate of the University of Albany, Mark began his public service journey in 2011 as a staff member for State Senator… Continue reading Meet 2025 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Senator Mark Walczyk
Meet 2025 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Dr. Chris Fortner
Dr. Chris Fortner first joined Scouting in 1978 as a member of Pack 333 in Worthington, Ohio. He completed the Cub Scouting program, earning his Arrow of Light and crossing over into Troop 333 in 1981. Shortly after this, Troop 333 merged with Troop 365 at Worthington United Methodist Church. He learned skills and gained… Continue reading Meet 2025 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Dr. Chris Fortner
Growing Scouting in the City: A Summer of Connection and Impact
SYRACUSE – This summer, Longhouse Council executive board members, volunteer Scouters, youth leaders, and professional staff showed up in full force across the city to connect with families, share the spirit of Scouting, and spotlight the opportunities Scouting America offers young people right here in Syracuse. In 2024, we proudly launched two new Cub Scout… Continue reading Growing Scouting in the City: A Summer of Connection and Impact
Onondaga County and City of Syracuse Proclaim February 8th as Scouting America Day
This week, Onondaga County and the City of Syracuse proclaimed Saturday February 8th, 2025 as Scouting America Day. This comes as we celebrate the 115th anniversary of our organization and as we officially change our name to Scouting America. On Monday February 3, County Executive Ryan McMahon visited a meeting of Pack 120 and Troop… Continue reading Onondaga County and City of Syracuse Proclaim February 8th as Scouting America Day
Meet 2024 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Erik Smith
Mr. Erik Smith is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Saab, Inc. From its business divisions in five states, Saab delivers advanced sensors, training and simulation, aerospace technology, signature management solutions and services, and air traffic management safety and efficiency solutions to the United States armed forces and other government agencies. Saab’s offerings… Continue reading Meet 2024 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Erik Smith
Meet 2024 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Phillip Rubenstein
Phillip Rubenstein is the president of United Radio, Inc. He is the third generation of Rubensteins to lead United Radio, having assumed the presidency from his father, Arnie, in 2005. Phil holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Rochester and worked for the Eastman School of Music as a recording… Continue reading Meet 2024 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Phillip Rubenstein
Meet 2023 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Walt Shepard
Walt Shepard grew up in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and joined Boy Scout Troop 1 at the age of 11. He worked summers at Camp Cachalot in Wareham, Massachusetts, from age 14 to age 21. He earned both his Eagle Scout Award and the Silver Award in Exploring in 1958. He attended college at the New… Continue reading Meet 2023 NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Recipient: Walt Shepard