Boy Scouts Enlist New Partners

The Boy Scouts of America has added several new licensees, both for consumer products and scouting-specific gear.

New licensee CustomInk is planning a line of apparel and gifts featuring the brand including outerwear, shirts, shorts, water bottles and other novelties; while Monster Factory has signed on to create a line of sleeping bags, play tents and plush toys.

Existing licensee Henry has unveiled an Order of the Armory 100th anniversary commemorative rifle, which features a range of branded elements including brass plates with Order of the Armory engravings.

Three new companies have also signed on to create scouting products that will be sold to local councils, units and members. ME Designs is planning a range of apparel and accessories that will include backpacks, hats, neckerchiefs and jackets; Blue Ridge Graphics joins will an apparel line that features a range of shirts as well as sweatpants; and Sandpiper will offer a line of customizable backpacks.