Scouting in New York has a long history, from the 1910s to the present day, serving thousands of youth in programs that suit the environment in which they live. In fact, the first National Boy Scouts of America Headquarters was in New York City, and the Girl Scouts of the USA National Headquarters is located at 420 5th Avenue, New York, New York.
Read more about Scouting In New York: Early History (1910-1950), Recent History (1950-1990), Girl Scouting in New York, Scouting Museums in New York, International Scouting Units in New York, West Point Camporee
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