Welcome
To the history of Boy Scout Balloons
The spark that lit the idea for the
Boy Scout hot-air balloons was
in March of 1982.
Balloons
Get a first hand introduction to and learn more about Boy Scout Hot-Air Balloons
Jamborees
The balloons attended 7 National Jamborees and 1 World Jamboree
History
Enjoy the history of how the balloons and team started along with their adventures
Patches and Pins
The Boy Scouts enjoy collecting every balloon pin, and patch
Up, Up, and Away
In 1985, Eagle Scout Dr. Ralph Armstrong created the first Boy Scouts of America hot-air balloon. Now there are three, with more on the way.
Boy Scout Hot Air Balloon Team
Dr. Ralph Armstrong
Gabriella Armstrong
Mark Armstrong
Alex Armstrong
Maria Armstrong Goad
Natalie Armstrong Rainbird
Dr. Ralph Armstrong Jr.