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Dream Catcher Gateway

The theme at KonTiki this year was the Wild West, and my troop, Ninth Benoni, decided to lean towards Indians rather than Cowboys. One of our Assistant Troop Scouters, Greg Gardiner, designed this gateway, and led the Scouts in harvesting the... From Ropes and Poles 18 minutes ago

Starting From Scratch

The BSA membership resolution has passed today. See the BSA statement for details. Over the next 6 months, I expect we'll see changes to logistics policies and training, especially Youth Protection. As those changes are being planned, designed, and... From Scoutmaster Musings 4 hours ago

Membership Resolution Approved

The Boy Scouts of America Statement: "For 103 years, the Boy Scouts of America has been a part of the fabric of this nation, with a focus on working together to deliver the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based... From Scoutmaster Clarke Green 5 hours ago

BSA Membership Resolution Passes With More Than 60 Percent of Vote

After an extensive discussion within the organization, the Boy Scouts of America's approximately 1,400 volunteer voting members chose to adopt the membership policy resolution and remove the restriction denying membership to youth on the basis of... From Scouting Magazine 5 hours ago

Messages From BSA National Executive and BSA National President

National Executive Wayne Brock's message on the policy resolution; Anticipation and emotions are high as we prepare for the membership standards vote this week. Regardless of which way the vote goes, the important question for each of us is, where... From Scoutmaster Clarke Green 12 hours ago

The Membership Vote

A vote will be held today about the future of the Boyscouts of America.  It centers around if the BSA should allow the LBGT Youth in as members.   I wrote a blog post in July 2012 about my feelings then.  My feelings are still the same.  I have... From Scouter Adam 12 hours ago

Rowing Merit Badge for Boy Scouts

Rowing Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessRowing merit badge is often completed at Boy Scout summer camp. I always enjoy seeing their skill level improve over the series of days. The first day they are often rowing around in circles, but by... From Scouter Mom 15 hours ago

May 2013 Quick Update

Okay, okay, okay, I am pretty bad about this regular posting thing but I'm hoping to write more often, as Scouting for me has been extremely complicated and extremely busy. However unlike normal where I promise to do better, I'm not going to promise... From Scouting Maniac 21 hours ago

Watch Your Mouth

During our last camp out I was forced into a situation that I am sure most if not all Scoutmasters hope that they never have to deal with.  I was sitting with the Assistant Scoutmaster when from over in the Scout area of camp I heard a word that... From The Scoutmaster Minute 23 hours ago

ScoutCircle – Kandersteg International Scout Center

Here's Arlen Ward and I discussing Kandersteg International Scout Center on the most recent ScoutCircle . I'll be returning there next Summer and I encourage you to look into the possibility of taking your Scouts. If you are interested in arranging... From Scoutmaster Clarke Green 1 day ago

The History of the Wilderness in Scouting – WoS Pt. 2

Last week, I introduced a new series on Scouting Rediscovered called, "The Wilderness of Scouting." In this series, I want to explore what the wilderness is and what its role in Scouting is. I would also like to explore how technology... From Scouting Rediscovered 1 day ago

Secret Life of Birds: The Canopy Construction Update

You know that dream you have of flying? If you're coming to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree , you'll have a chance to live that dream at The Canopy. Seriously. Check out the video above for a taste. Built by Bonsai Design , the eight courses of... From Summit Blog 1 day ago

Scouting's Past Marks Our Path to the Future

After it's founding Scouting quickly and spontaneously spread around the world. Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of this burgeoning worldwide movement, would look back at those years and recall*: Scouting was not a year old before other countries... From Scoutmaster Clarke Green 2 days ago

Oklahoma Scouts and Scouters Ready to Assist After Tornadoes

Some rights reserved by NASA Goddard Photo and Video Eldon Fossey, Scoutmaster of Troop 75 in Moore, Okla., was at work when the deadly tornadoes passed through yesterday, killing at least 24 and leaving horrific damage. As soon as they got the... From Scouting Magazine 2 days ago

Scouts Have Fun at Watchamagumee

Camp Watchamagumee was the place to be for the Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 during the weekend of May 17-19. The six Scouts, including four new members, and two adult leaders may have got a bit damp during the evening hours but they had a lot of... From A Scoutmaster's Blog 2 days ago

Video Games Pin for Cub Scouts

Video Games Pin for Cub Scouts Posted in A Game with a PurposeI remember a couple of years ago when this recognition was introduced. There was a lot of buzz about an award for video gaming. Hopefully your Cub Scout will learn to use video games... From Scouter Mom 2 days ago

Photos of BSA IndyCar and Driver Justin Wilson Will Rev You Up for Indy 500

It's officially race week. Yes, the Indy 500 - aka "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" - roars to life on Sunday. Fans of racing, fast cars, or major sporting events are probably already planning to tune in and watch the Indianapolis 500 (noon... From Scouting Magazine 3 days ago

Issue 357 – May 20, 2013

________________________________________ Want to visit the 2013 NATIONAL SCOUT JAMBOREE at Bechtel Summit in July with a group of other fine Scouters? Long-time Scouter David Cooper, of the Cradle of Liberty Council, PA, has put together a... From Ask Andy 3 days ago

Scoutmaster Podcast 172 – Membership Review

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast the mailbag is overflowing and we'll discuss the  Membership Standards Review  information and this week's vote at the BSA national meeting. Links in this Podcast: Membership standards review information... From Scoutmaster Clarke Green 3 days ago

Membership Standards Vote

Anticipation and emotions are high as we prepare for the membership standards vote this week. Regardless of which way the vote goes, the important question for each of us is, where will we stand after the ballots are counted? To help provide some... From Wayne Brock TV 3 days ago

Venturing Ranger Award Elective – Scuba

Venturing Ranger Award Elective – Scuba Posted in Outdoor RecreationTo complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Scuba, a Venturer must learn all about scuba diving and then assist in teaching others about scuba diving through the... From Scouter Mom 3 days ago

A Scout Is Always Helpful: A Call for Jambo Staff

The 2013 National Scout Jamboree still needs staff. It's going to take a bunch of dedicated people willing to help out to make this year's event shine. That's where you come in. We're putting out another call for dependable Scouts to join the ranks... From Summit Blog 3 days ago

Camporee

Well, Camporee is over once again for another year. Here are some thoughts on the weekend… First and foremost I need to tell you that pride is just one word that comes to mind when it comes to how I feel about the boys of my Troop.  Now, you... From The Scoutmaster Minute 3 days ago

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