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Great article about NAYLE!

Great units don't happen by accident. They are built by youth leaders who are prepared, confident, and inspired to lead.

One of the best ways to strengthen a unit is to invest in the youth by encouraging them to attend the National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE).

Held at Philmont Scout Ranch and The Summit, NAYLE is Scouting America's premier national youth leadership course. Designed for youth ages 14 to 20 who have completed National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT), the course challenges participants through hands-on leadership experiences, ethical decision-making, problem-solving, team development, and servant leadership.

When Scouts return home, they bring more than great memories. They return with the confidence to lead, the skills to mentor younger Scouts, and fresh ideas that strengthen the entire unit. Whether serving as a Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Crew Officer, or Boatswain, these youth leaders help create a more engaging, youth-led program.

Leadership development is also one of the best membership retention strategies. Scouts who are challenged, empowered, and given meaningful leadership opportunities are more likely to stay involved. Their enthusiasm inspires others, improves the unit experience, and helps create a culture where both current and new members thrive.

Registration is now open for the 2027 NAYLE sessions at The Summit:

https://www.summitbsa.org/training/seven-day-conferences/nayle/

And, soon at Philmont:

https://www.philmontscoutranch.org/ptc/nayle/

Now is the perfect time to identify the next generation of youth leaders and encourage them to take the next step in their Scouting journey. Investing in one Scout's leadership development today can have a lasting impact on an entire unit tomorrow.

👉👉TWO Philmont Leadership Challenge Courses in 2027👈👈