In today's ever-changing environment, with new pressures emerging on youth every day, the Boy Scouts of America celebrates a century of leadership and service with a commitment to the next century of building leaders.

The importance of positive adult role models and opportunities for youth to achieve remains unchanged throughout this past century and into the next.  From Tiger Cub to  Eagle, the Boy Scouts stands strong as one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations.

From September 2009 through December 2010, the Boy Scouts of America will celebrate its 100-year anniversary.  Started on February 8, 1910, the Boy Scouts have helped build the future leaders of this country by developing proven leadership skills involving fun and adventurous activities.  Teaching the basic values of being "Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Clean, Brave and Reverent" as well as instilling a respect and enjoyment of the outdoors are key to building a more conscientious, responsible and productive society.

For 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for America's youth.  Through A Year of Celebration, they will celebrate this legacy and continue to commit themselves to inspire and prepare future generations.

The Greater Jackson County Chamber of Commerce wishes a warm and sincere "Happy Birthday" to the Boys Scouts of America and those in Jackson County who continue this tradition.