In a groundbreaking decision that underscores a shared commitment to the advancement of Scouting in Arkansas, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced the Natural State Council, a merger of
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Want to know how much the Boy Scouts of America has changed as an organization? Consider the fact that the Scout executive for the Quapaw Area Council in Arkansas is a woman. Also consider the fact that her three daughters are active in what we long called the Boy Scouts.
Years ago, the Arkansas Historical Association was holding its annual meeting at DeGray Lake Resort State Park when I was approached by John P. Gill, a prominent Little Rock attorney, author and historian. Gill knew I was a native of nearby Arkadelphia, and he had a request.