Bill Bates

Former Activities and STEM Director for Silicon Valley Monterrey Bay Council. Now a professional volunteer and lifelong scouter.

[Scouting in Africa @ScoutingAfrica]

Our focus for this year's #AfricaScoutDay celebrations, is the role of #Scouts in promoting a more peaceful and just world; and we're not leaving women behind. #BalanceForBetter @worldscouting @Scoutsduniger

[NASA @NASA]

Earlier this morning, @Astro_Ricky Arnold shared this view, saying "Hurricane #Florence this morning as seen from @Space_Station." Our @NASAEarth-observing satellites also continue to monitor this storm as it has developed an eye + strengthened: https://t.co/OQmhIyvaYQ

[Monterey Bay Aquarium @MontereyAq]

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[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

Earn the 2017 Solar Eclipse patch. https://t.co/5BCjv6LhZd

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

I have been preaching this for years. E-news and Twitter are nice, but the Advancement Guide lags too long. https://t.co/XqjdpfVjkI

[Scouting magazine @scouting]

Only a merit badge counselor may decide whether requirements have been met. https://t.co/J4N2Ah0O2B

[Scouting magazine @scouting]

Just in: BSA's Tour and Activity Plan eliminated — effective April 1, 2017 https://t.co/EIeJhn8N8K

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

I have the honor of presenting Values, Mission and Vision for W3-55-17, this fall. Development weekend #1 was a blast! #svmbc #woodbadge

[Scouting magazine @scouting]

Another reminder that an Eagle project doesn’t have to be “permanent” to leave a permanent legacy. https://t.co/zg6W2RMr7q

[Gary Ireland, Esq. - NY Employment|Business Law @garyirelandesq]

"I believe in the Boy Scouts and I would like my daughter to have the same opportunities...".Goo.gl/y1RDDA #ATTDiversity #NOW

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

A second Eagle from W3-55-15-2 has soared! It makes this Troop Guide's heart sing! #BSA #SVMBC #WoodBadge

[Scouting magazine @scouting]

Let's see what the stars of the 2005 Pinewood Derby comedy "Down and Derby" are up to now. https://t.co/xwvmCfyGeG

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

Where are we going this weekend? Who knows? It is the Troop 233 Annual Mystery Trip!!! #BSA #SVMBC #Scouting #CampingRocks

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

Very cool! https://t.co/F2911Q1MeJ

[The Cub Scouts - BSA @thecubscouts]

These take some practice but are fun to learn. https://t.co/iQqTGRFsBA

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

@NVC_BSA Way to go!!! Congratulations! 😊

[cpcbsa @cpcbsa]

How to Make Cornbread in a Dutch Oven - How to Make Cornbread in a Dutch Oven By Leslie and Steve Lovett Photog... https://t.co/ui4zJVu1q7

[Bill Bates @TheScoutingGuy]

A big week for the BSA. Finally, we can hold our heads high.

[Heart of America-BSA @HOACBSA]

#NYLT Course A graduation at #Naish. Great job Scouts! #PreparedForLife #Leadership

[BSA Swamp Base @bsaswampbase]

12,000 Likes!!! Did you know that Swamp Base is only the third Boy Scouts of America camp to reach this many... http://t.co/qEl5vi37RH

[Scouting magazine @scouting]

#ItCanWait: One Eagle Scout's campaign to stop you from texting and driving. http://t.co/zGhEogppsV

[CapitolAreaBSA @CapitolAreaBSA]

We are tracking ways for you and your Scouts to help with #atxfloods #atxweather flood relief: http://t.co/2ODq4NMQGT