# hero2 (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover hero2. Page: Feed: --- ## [Recruitment-Ready: Invite a friend to do something fun. It could lead to Scouting.](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/21/invite-a-friend-to-do-something-fun-it-could-lead-to-scouting/) _2026-08-21 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ The promise of a great time — not a hard sales pitch — is the key to peer-to-peer recruiting. ## [Extreme Makeovers, Round 74: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/19/extreme-makeovers-round-74-eagle-scout-project-before-and-after-photos/) _2026-08-19 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ On Scouting posts before and after pictures of Eagle Scout projects to show how these projects transform communities. ## [Recruitment-Ready: Grow your unit with help from social media and locally famous parents.](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/13/grow-your-unit-with-help-from-social-media-and-locally-famous-parents/) _2026-08-13 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ Many Scout parents are community leaders and influencers who people follow. Let them help you. ## [Parent tips and reading advice from ‘Wimpy Kid’ author (and Star Scout) Jeff Kinney](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/13/parent-tips-and-reading-advice-from-wimpy-kid-author-and-star-scout-jeff-kinney/) _2026-08-13 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ Spooky Stories 2 was released this week. Kinney talks about friendship, Scouting … and outpacing Led Zeppelin. ## [Cruise lines donate thousands of pennies to Alaska Scouts](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/11/cruise-lines-donate-thousands-of-pennies-to-alaska-scouts/) _2026-08-11 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ Tossed aside coins, plus generous donations, lead to a $5,000 windfall for two troops. ## [The back-to-Scouting checklist every parent needs](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/10/the-back-to-scouting-checklist-every-parent-needs/) _2026-08-10 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ A successful fall Scout experience starts with summer prep. Two Cubmasters offer their tips. ## [Recruitment-Ready: Make sure Scouts can find your unit](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/07/make-sure-scouts-can-find-your-unit/) _2026-08-07 · Josh Myatt · On Scouting_ Review and update your BeAScout pin. Then monitor leads and respond quickly to interested families. ## [NBA champ Josh Hart now champions Scouting as the organization’s newest ambassador](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/06/nba-champ-josh-hart-now-champions-scouting-as-the-organizations-newest-ambassador/) _2026-08-06 · Michael Freeman · On Scouting_ The lessons he learned in Scouting have not only helped him in his nine-year pro basketball career. They’ve also helped him in life. ## [Adventure, animals and amazing discoveries: They’re inside this month’s Scout Life](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/05/adventure-animals-and-amazing-discoveries-theyre-inside-this-months-scout-life/) _2026-08-05 · Darrin Scheid · On Scouting_ The August issue has all your favorites, plus a KPop vs. Pokémon battle, treks and fun with cattle. ## [Sponsored: Nat Geo Explorer talks sharks and passion in new Almanac 2027 for kids](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/04/nat-geo-explorer-talks-sharks-and-passion-in-new-almanac-2027-for-kids/) _2026-08-04 · Michael Freeman · On Scouting_ Helping people better understand our world has been National Geographic’s mission since its inception more than a century ago. ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/F7NH2DqrCzTq) _2026-08-04 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [New Cycling merit badge digital resource guide gets you ride-ready](https://onscouting.org/2026/08/03/new-cycling-merit-badge-digital-resource-guide-is-available-and-gets-you-ride-ready/) _2026-08-03 · Josh Myatt · On Scouting_ Scouting America's expanding roster of digital resource guides offers another option for merit badge success.