Trail Life USA Blog

Leadership

Staff Jan 15, 2025

In The News, Mentoring, Parenting, Leadership, Masculinity

Introducing Fathers & Families™: Empowering Men to Lead with Purpose

Trail Life USA proudly announces the launch of Fathers & Families™, a transformative ministry initiative designed to equip men to rediscover their God-given identity, embrace their influence, and lead with confidence in their families, churches, and communities. Rooted in the principles of…

Stephen Ashton Dec 16, 2024

Leadership, Masculinity, History, Homeschool, Raising Godly Boys

George Washington: Lead with Integrity

"O eternal and everlasting God, direct my thoughts, words and work. Wash away my sins in the immaculate blood of the lamb, and purge my heart by thy Holy Spirit . . . daily frame me more and more into the likeness of thy son Jesus Christ, that living in thy fear, and dying in thy favor, I may in…

Matt Gidney Dec 11, 2024

Trail Life USA, Leadership, Troop Adventures, History

A Modern Corps of Discovery: Leadership and Brotherhood Forged on the Missouri River

“Twenty more miles,” Caleb murmured, feeling the weight of each stroke. The Missouri River stretched endlessly ahead, and he wasn’t sure how much more his arms—or spirit—could take. He looked over at Ricky, First Officer of the expedition, whose own strength and resolve seemed to bolster everyone’s…

Staff Nov 11, 2024

Service, Leadership

On Veteran’s Day, Trail Life USA Honors American Veterans and Encourages Patriotism in Boys

Trail Life USA CEO, Mark Hancock, encourages all Americans to honor our veterans on Veteran’s Day, and reaffirms Trail Life’s dedication to inspire patriotism and build character in boys across America.

Matt Gidney Nov 06, 2024

Mentoring, Trail Life USA, Service, Leadership, Raising Godly Boys

Daniel Boone Base Camp 2024 - Raising Servant Leaders

What originally started as a Trail Life kick-off event back in 2013 has grown and matured, much like Trail Life as a ministry. The first Daniel Boone Base Camp in 2013 hosted 119 Trailmen. Over the past ten years, it has expanded as Troops from across the Northeast gather to kick off the program…

Stephen Ashton Dec 22, 2023

Mentoring, Leadership, Masculinity

Nothing Will Be the Same: A Christmas Message from Trail Life USA

Throughout history, God has captured the attention of humanity in radical ways: a worldwide flood, a burning bush, an angelic wrestling match, the sending of plagues, parting of seas, and confusing of languages. God had intervened with the appearance of angels, the raining of fire on a city, and a…

Stephen Ashton Dec 21, 2023

Mentoring, Leadership, Masculinity

Nothing Will Be the Same: A Christmas Message from Trail Life USA

Press Release Sep 11, 2023

Trail Life USA, Leadership, Masculinity

Trail Life USA honors fallen 9/11 heroes by instilling honor and patriotism in America’s boys

September 11, 2001, was a monumental tragedy for the United States of America. Millions of people watched terrorists destroy the Twin Towers in shock and horror. On that terrible day, people all across the nation gathered together to mourn what was lost, as well as celebrate the heroic actions of…

Press Release Sep 11, 2022

Trail Life USA, Leadership, Masculinity

On 21 st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks: Trail Life USA Remains Dedicated to Growing Brave Men of Character

Many Americans are reflecting on the aftermath of one of the most traumatic events in American history. On that terrible day, people all across the country gathered together to mourn what was lost, and also to celebrate the heroic actions of first responders as they worked to save lives and restore…