Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is tough, but it’s easier if you know the correct process. On this #TroopTalkLive, we discuss how to handle common challenges and issues that Eagle Scout candidates may face on their journey to the highest rank in Scouts BSA. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 The Scout Basic Essentials can make every outdoor adventure better, and help you get out of a jam in an emergency. Join us on #TroopTalkLive as we examine the importance of each essential item. Sponsored by Sawyer Products. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 There’s no better way to learn leadership skills than Wood Badge. In this #TroopTalkLive, we’ll talk to the directors of an innovative course scheduled for Jan. 15-19 at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Find out what makes this Wood Badge course special and how you can register to attend. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 September is Suicide Prevention Month. In today’s #TroopTalkLive, we discuss the resources the Scouts BSA team has made available to help unit leaders address this very important issue with their Scouts. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 Let’s talk about how to accommodate Scouts with disabilities. This #TroopTalkLive is focused on making sure all youth are able to fully participate in the adventures of Scouting. Plus, we’re answering some of your most-often asked questions and providing resources to help your troop thrive! WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, August 9th, 2023 The new Merit Badge Hub makes it simple for Scouts to find merit badge requirements and information. In today’s #TroopTalkLive, we’ll explore this new online resource and find out about more exciting updates. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 The Scouts BSA National Youth Council was created to give youth the opportunity to shape the future of the Scouts BSA program. Learn about what the council does — and how Scouts can apply — in this month’s episode of #TroopTalkLive. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, June 21st, 2023 Summer camp season is here! In this #TroopTalkLive, we’ll talk all about camp and share ideas for making it a fun and successful week. WATCH THE RECORDING
Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 Uniforms are one of the methods of the Scouts BSA program. Join us on #TroopTalkLive as we discuss why we wear the uniform, along with some uniform do’s and do not’s WATCH THE RECORDING
Thursday, April 13th, 2023 For Child Abuse Prevention Month, #TroopTalkLive is joined by child safety experts to discuss the role that BSA leaders and families can play in preventing abuse. WATCH THE RECORDING
Director, Global Security Innovative
Strategies
Bray Barnes is a recipient of the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award, Silver
Beaver, Silver Antelope, Silver Buffalo, and Learning for Life Distinguished
Service Award. He received the Messengers of Peace Hero award from
the royal family of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and he’s a life member of
the 101st Airborne Association and Vietnam Veterans Association. Barnes
serves as a senior fellow for the Global Federation of Competitiveness
Councils, a nonpartisan network of corporate CEOs, university presidents, and
national laboratory directors. He has also served as a senior executive for the
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, leading the first-responder program
and has two U.S. presidential appointments
Managing Member Calje
David Alexander is a Baden-Powell Fellow, Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropist, and recipient of the Silver Buffalo and Distinguished Eagle Scout Award. He is the founder of Caljet, one of the largest independent motor fuels terminals in the U.S. He has served the Arizona Petroleum Marketers Association, Teen Lifeline, and American Heart Association. A triathlete who has completed hundreds of races, Alexander has also mentored the women’s triathlon team at Arizona State University.
President, CEO & Managing Director
Stonetex Oil Corp.
Glenn Adams is a recipient of the Silver Beaver, Silver Antelope, Silver Buffalo, and Distinguished Eagle Scout Award. He is the former president of the National Eagle Scout Association and established the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award. He has more than 40 years of experience in the oil, gas, and energy fields, including serving as a president, owner, and CEO. Adams has also received multiple service awards from the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers.