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Weekend Patrol Box #4
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 29th, 2008
Hmmm, looks like a rainy weekend coming up. Better make sure the Patrol Box has things in plastic baggies to keep everything fresh and dry. This wet weekend will need plenty of coffee, a merit badge manual, maybe a video, plenty to read and a... [more]
Popcorn Tip--Week #6: Sign-up sheets at work
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 29th, 2008
Bringing a sign-up sheet to work is an easy idea. Older Scouts may be able to bring one to their own jobs. Almost every Scout can ask a parent to bring one in, too. Before you do though, parents should check with the workplace to make sure it is OK... [more]
Sample Pack Newsletter
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 29th, 2008
Here is a sample pack newsletter like the one we do each month. It has announcements about what is coming up this month, what we did last month, rank badges that have been earned, FAQ's, contact info, and other good stuff to know. The sample is in... [more]
Example Pack Newsletter
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 29th, 2008
Here is an example pack newsletter like the one we do each month. It has announcements about what is coming up this month, what we did last month, rank badges that have been earned, FAQ's, contact info, and other good stuff to know. The example is... [more]
Being Green
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 29th, 2008
There is a lot of talk today in the media about "being green". Isn't it funny that Scouting has been teaching some of these principles for decades already? Like conservation and recycling. But just in case you need a few more things to keep in... [more]
November 2008 (Seeds of Kindness) Theme Patch
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 28th, 2008
With Novemberâs Seeds of Kindness theme, it may be a good month for your den or pack to do a service project that can benefit your community. Here is the November monthly theme patch. It is $1.19 from BSA Supply Group. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS,... [more]
Don't Max the Minimum
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 28th, 2008
To often we do things just to do things, what I mean by that is that we go through the motions to punch a ticket, fulfil the minimum requirements or just get by on a task. I see this all the time on camp outs, especially camp outs like Camporee... [more]
Pioneered Millenium Dome
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 27th, 2008
This beautifully drawn and well explained project is modelled after the Millenium Dome in London. The instructions explain the whole process of construction, including the procedure to make the net which supports the plastic sheeting forming the... [more]
Spelunking: Cave Ticks
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 27th, 2008
The second time that Melrose Troop 68 spent a weekend at Eagle Caves in southern Wisconsin, we had a crew of seventeen Boy Scouts and six adults. This time we "camped" at one of the higher levels toward the back of the cave, instead of near the... [more]
Scouting as an Adult
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 27th, 2008
All too often, we find ourselves, as adults, in the redundant rut of getting up, sending the kids to school, going to work, going home, eating dinner while watching a different version of a familiar sitcom theme, going to bed, getting up the next... [more]
Scientist Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 27th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for December and January is Scientist . Here are the requirements for the Scientist Webelos activity badge : Do these: 1. Read Bernoulli's Principle. Show how it works. 2. Read Pascal's Law... [more]
Eagle Board
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 26th, 2008
Last night I had the privilege of sitting on an Eagle Scout Board of review. All Scoutmasters in our District are encouraged to participate when they are available and last night, not only was I asked, but because I knew the Scout I thought it... [more]
JOTI
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 26th, 2008
Jamboree on the Internet. Most of you have heard about Jambo on the Air, an opportunity for Scouts and Scouters to join in a Worldwide Scouting activity! Jamboree on the Internet will take place October 18th and 19th, 2008. Check out this website... [more]
Cub Scout Canoeing
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 26th, 2008
Canoeing in Cub Scouts is a lot of fun. Boys really enjoy being out on the open water and the excitement of paddling in a canoe. But there are restrictions on when and where you can canoe in the Cub Scout program: "Canoeing, kayaking, rowing, and... [more]
Urban Base Camp
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 25th, 2008
Here is some big news for the Scouts in and around the Twin Cities in Minnesota. The Northern Star Council has plans to open an "urban base camp" near Fort Snelling. Here is a portion of the article found in the Star Tribune: The regional Boy Scout... [more]
FastTracks Program for Cub Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 25th, 2008
BSA has expanded the FastTracks program of Cub Scout den meeting plans. This program provides more advancement opportunity in den meetings rather than each scout working with parents at home to complete requirements. Testing of the program the past... [more]
Muffins anyone?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 25th, 2008
In our never ending quest for better Backpacking meals, stuff that will attack the taste buds while filling the belly or satisfying the need for a good snack, I stumbled on this the other day at one of my favorite sites NOLS.. the National Outdoor... [more]
Scout Accounts: My position against them for my pack.
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on September 25th, 2008
In my last post, I breifly mentioned that I was against scout accounts. I had a comment asking why. I think I need to clarify the position a bit. Maybe I'm not against the account as much as I may not fully understand it, or that it really doesn't... [more]
Perhaps my favorite topic
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 25th, 2008
Recently in the PTCmedia forums a Scouter posted a new topic. It caught my eye, as leadership always does. His post asked several questions: "Who makes up your unit's leadership? Is it current parents? the Old Goat or rocking chair Patrol of people... [more]
AIMS
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 25th, 2008
I talk a lot about the Aims of Scouting. Here are the Aims and how they are broken down straight from the proverbial "Horses mouth". As referenced in the BSA Fast Start Training: Character Development Encompasses a boy's personal qualities, values,... [more]
Spelunking 1997
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 25th, 2008
The first time the Boy Scouts of Troop 68 scheduled a trip to southern Wisconsin to spend a weekend at Eagle Caves we had one young Scout who was very excited about going spelunking. In fact, after a month about hearing him talk about nothing... [more]
September 2008 (New Buddies) Program Helps Download
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 25th, 2008
The October 2008 (â Adventures in Books â) Program Helps pages from BSA National are now available (free) for download. Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities and more for pack meetings and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear den... [more]
October 2008 (Adventures in Books) Program Helps Download
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 25th, 2008
The October 2008 (â Adventures in Books â) Program Helps pages from BSA National are now available (free) for download. Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities and more for pack meetings and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear den... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: American Cultures
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 24th, 2008
"American Cultures" can be represented in many ways. Different parts of America over the past several centuries have seen the influx of peoples from around the world. Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, South and Central America, Australia and... [more]
Den Chief Training
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 24th, 2008
BSA has developed a nice online Den Chief Training course for Boy Scouts taking on this important role. It is a good way to have the scout learn his job as Den Chief, both what is expected of him and what is NOT. There are two First Class scouts in... [more]
Telling the Scouting Story
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 24th, 2008
A few years back when I was the Sergeant Major on an Infantry Battalion preparing for a long camp out in Iraq, they (the man) sent a group of us Sergeants Major to a class where we were briefed that among other things this war would be a way for us... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 24th, 2008
Picked this up along the way, thought it may be worth passing on. Enjoy- The Boy Scoutâs Mother Asked by F. Darnall Daley, Jr. âWhere has my little baby gone?â The Cub Scoutâs Mother asked, âHe went by here awhile ago. Did you not see him pass?â... [more]
September 2008 Cubcast - October (Adventures in Books) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 24th, 2008
The September 2008 Cubcast from BSA National is available (free). It has ideas for den meetings and more utilizing the October â Adventures in Books â theme. It also has suggestions for how your pack can implement peer-to-peer recruiting. Link... [more]
FUN Service Hours
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 24th, 2008
Houston Cy-Fair Lion's Club Nineth Annual Biking for Sight Century Bike Ride This will be the 7th consecutive year that Troop 483 has volunteered with our local Lion's Club in their annual Biking For Sight Century Bike Ride. We provide scouts and... [more]
Leadership: the next big business item.
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on September 23rd, 2008
Man, how time gets away from you. As the popcorn Kernel, I have my big kickoff this weekend. Whew! what time getting popcorn figured out. Since Fundraising is a big agenda item let me give you a few words of wisdom, maybe. Ok so popcorn is the... [more]
Ahh yes... the basics
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 23rd, 2008
It seems a theme this year so far is that we all need to get back to the basics a bit... Ok I'll speak for myself and my Troop, but the basics are what got us here, and the basics will move us forward. Another aspect of the basics that we discussed... [more]
Craftsman Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 23rd, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Craftsman are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Craftsman resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Craftsman Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye... [more]
Three Wall Fireplace
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 23rd, 2008
Illustration à à à à by Hap Wilson. Originally appeared in The à à à à Keewaydin Way by Brian Back à Lake Temagami and environs is one of the great good places to go canoeing. According toà the... [more]
A Scouting Video Opening
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 23rd, 2008
I have collected dozens of videos over the years that were produced by the Boy Scouts of America. Some od them were commercials, some were training films, and some were inspirational films. A few were a bit corny, but that only added to the charm... [more]
50,000 and Counting
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 23rd, 2008
I forgot to post last Friday that "A Scoutmaster's Blog" has received 50,000 visits since I began using Blog Patrol to gather statistics about the blog. It took over a year and a half to reach the 25,000 mark, but only only six months to add... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 22nd, 2008
It's that time of the year. The kids are back in School.. No more back to school shopping, School opens houses are wrapped up and we know who the teachers are. The weather is changing, gone are the hot days of summer and clouds are creeping back... [more]
Popcorn Tip--Week #5: Big Box Stores
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 22nd, 2008
Wal-Mart, Target, Books-a-Million, Lowes are all kinds of "big box" stores. They are often supporters of Scouting. While they won't let you walk around inside selling, they will usually let you set up a table outside so you can sell popcorn. Your... [more]
Chairmanâs Chat
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 22nd, 2008
Garry K., a Cub Scouter in San Antonio, Texas, has a pretty interesting blog, " Chairman's Chat ," in which he discusses his adventures as a new pack Committee Chairman . His post on recruiting at school meet-your-teacher nights has some very good... [more]
A Look Back at Reflector Ovens
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 22nd, 2008
Picture from Ottertooth Reflector Ovens are great fun. Baking over the campfire is one of those advanced camping skills that bring a little class to your camping trips. Take a look at this lineup of ovens I put together a couple of years back to... [more]
No show tonight
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 22nd, 2008
Due to some unforseen circumstances, there will be no live show tonight. Apologies. See you next week... [more]
Craftsman Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 20th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for November and December is Craftsman . Here are the requirements for the Craftsman Webelos activity badge : Do these: 1. Explain how to safely handle the tools that you will use for this... [more]
District Committee
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on September 19th, 2008
I told my self this month was the month I was going to a district committee meeting. So last night was the district meeting. It was basically my committee meeting on a higher level. I have to say that I went to myscouting elaerning and took the... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #3
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 19th, 2008
The Patrol Box is clean, stocked and ready for another weekend of fun and Sc outing . There are a lot of goodies below, waiting to help your program out. Merit badges, a fire building video, popcorn sales, and lots to ponder--have a good weekend!... [more]
September 2008 News Briefs
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 19th, 2008
The News Briefs in the September 2008 Scouting magazine contain the following stories of interest to Cub Scouters: New online Den Chief Training New BSA online Hazardous Weather Training Camp Cooking Recipe Contest Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Den... [more]
Value for your dollar...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 19th, 2008
During my discussion with Steve, Dave, and Shawn, we talked about Pack and Troop finances. At one point Dave said that we would think that what his Pack charges for dues would be excessive. I commented that as long as the people that have to pay... [more]
OA Becomes Certifying Organization for Presidentâs Award
Posted to Scouting News on September 19th, 2008
The Order of the Arrow is now approved as an Official Certifying Organization for the President's Volunteer Service... [more]
Simple Friction Lock 'Bridge' - Instructions
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 18th, 2008
I've written about friction lock projects before- like this table and this pole rack . This post a simplified friction locking pioneering bridge. The purpose of this project is as an 'icebreaker' in a pioneering session - even Scouts who have no... [more]
Confluence Project
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 18th, 2008
Now, here's an idea I wish I had had first. Check out Confluence.org - Latitude/Longitude intersections around the world are being visited and the view from there being recorded. Way cool! This project has actually been going on for 12 years, but... [more]
It seems things happen in bunches...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 18th, 2008
Funny it seems that things happen in groups. They say that bad things happen in groups of three... well I think good things happen in greater numbers. After talking with Nick last weekend, it seems that my Scouting World has just been getting... [more]
Readyman Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 18th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Readyman are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Readyman resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Readyman Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye Readyman... [more]
MSPP #49: The Buttons and Randall Show #2
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 18th, 2008
They are back! Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, and his friends Randall and Bones return in another video with more terrible jokes, more one liners, and more "Yo, dude"s. A fourth puppet joins the group and gives a quick little take on the thoughts... [more]
Programme Support : International : International Camp Staff
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on September 17th, 2008
Updated to reflect latest... [more]
L.A. Dodgerâs Catcher Honored for Scouting Campaign
Posted to Scouting News on September 17th, 2008
Russell Martin honored for lending his name and image to the "We Fill Big Shoes" Scouting campaign in Los... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: American Business
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 17th, 2008
"American Business" is in the news a lot today. Good news, bad news. It constantly changes, and seems to have a life of its own. The American Business merit badge is designed to teach you about free enterprise; the relationship between money,... [more]
Can You Read Me Now?
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 17th, 2008
Yes, I am still here. Unfortunately, I have been so busy over the last several days I have not had the time to post to this blog very often. Between filming video for a couple new "Buttons, the radical Boy Scout" videos, editing the videos, going... [more]
September 2008 Scouting Magazine
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 17th, 2008
The September 2008 issue of Scouting Magazine is now available at the magazine website. Link This issue has articles of interest to Cub Scouters on the following subjects: Centennial Boy Scout Uniform . Link The new ScoutParents program. Link How... [more]
Scoutmaster's Dividends
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 17th, 2008
Keith Monroe was a longtime contributor to Scouting magazine and Boys' Life . His book, Be Prepared , an account of his joys and struggles as a Scoutmaster, was published in 1952 under the pen name Rice E. Cochran. Here is an excerpt concerning... [more]
The Leaderâs Campfire #54
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on September 17th, 2008
#54-"I'm A New ___________, Now What?" So you are a new Scout Leader and do not know what to do next? You are afraid, you fell alone and lost. Will don't worry this show will help you find your way, and prove to you that you are not alone and there... [more]
Raising the Bar
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 16th, 2008
Our Troop has completed its semi annual elections. New leaders are assuming their positions, some after six months of training, watching, and picking up the do's and don'ts of the boy led troop, while for others this is their first opportunity to... [more]
Henry Golden Boy âBSA Centennial Editionâ Licensed Rifle
Posted to Scouting News on September 16th, 2008
Henry Repeating Arms announced the release of its Henry Golden Boy "Boy Scouts of America® Centennial Edition" licensed... [more]
BSA Rifle
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 16th, 2008
Got $900 to blow and love rifles? Henry Repeating Arms has designed a BSA 100th Anniversary Commemorative rifle that will fulfill your needs. It's a .22 so maybe we'll see some at summer camp next year. :-) I guess this is really what you'd call a... [more]
An Hour A Week? #156
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 16th, 2008
Show #156-Urgent Tonight -Stressed Moms, National Park Service Scout Day, roundups, Girl Scouts, popcorn, campfires and lions. Oh my! Links: Outdoor Play Survey National Public Lands Day College of Southern Nevada Planetarium Tonightâs show... [more]
ScoutParents
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 16th, 2008
ScoutParents is a new program from BSA National for Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops with the goal of increasing the number of parent volunteers and increasing the level of parental enthusiasm and support for Scouting . "Scouting makes great... [more]
Post Hurricane Ike
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 16th, 2008
Hurricane Ike Blew right through Houston a few days ago. Before hand we encouraged our scouts to prepare for the storm by using the requiremens for the Emergency Prep merit badge. By helping their families and neighbors get prepared and taking an... [more]
Top 10
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 16th, 2008
The Top 10 things you hear from your wife (or husband) after a camp outââ¬Â¦ 10. Hi honey.. did you bring all the boys back this time? 9. No you can not set up the tent in the living room to dry! 8. Now explain to me again why you need a new... [more]
Look who is on Facebook now...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 16th, 2008
Yes this is totally Scouting related. The Boy Scouts of America... as in the National office is on Facebook. Check it out here . Become a fan and help the BSA usher in the next 100 years! Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
Scouting is in fact a World Wide Brotherhood
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 15th, 2008
For most of us , Scouting is a local activity. We do not think to much about how far reaching Scouting is. Did you know that the World Scouting Organization is in 160 Countries? That's right. Scouts in 160 Countries on this planet share the values... [more]
Kindergarten Lions
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 15th, 2008
BSA is pilot testing a new Lions program for kindergarten boys in some Councils. As with Tigers Cubs, Lion Cubs are part of a Cub Scout pack, and Lion Cub parents are required to actively participate in all activities. Kindergarten boys often would... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Show #21
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 14th, 2008
Check out the new show. I had the pleasure of hanging out with Nick Wood from Nicks Ramblings. (see the link to his blog). we had a great discussion on the World Scouting Movement, well, ok.. we focused on the things that we have in common and... [more]
Popcorn Filled Gondola Raises Awareness of Popcorn Sale
Posted to Scouting News on September 14th, 2008
Irving, Texas and Gondola Adventures Team up in Support of the Boy Scouts of America, Last Frontier Council. Irving Gondoliers Row a Popcorn-filled Gondola on the Oklahoma River To Raise Awareness of the Start of Popcorn... [more]
LDS Cub Scouting
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 14th, 2008
Cub Scout packs which are chartered by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS packs) have some differences from non-LDS packs because they are an integral part of the LDS church youth program . Some of the ways in which LDS packs vary... [more]
Friday night lessons
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 13th, 2008
More talk about teamwork... or Trustworthy, Loyal and Helpful. This weekend, much to my wife's surprise, I woke up in the same bed as her.. a weekend free of Scouting activity. The first of its kind in about a month. But like most of us, when we... [more]
OA Landmark Closing?
Posted to Scouting News on September 13th, 2008
Cradle of Liberty Council has decided to close Treasure Island Scout Reservation for the 2009 season and is exploring long term options for the... [more]
Readyman Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 13th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for November is Readyman . Here are the requirements for the Readyman Webelos activity badge : Do all of these: 1. With your parent, guardian, or Webelos den leader, complete the Courage... [more]
Scouting Nostalgia
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 12th, 2008
If you have been a Scouter for any length of time you probably enjoy looking through old Scouting magazines and books, or checking out old Scouting memorabilia. I know I do. In fact, I have a nice collection of old handbooks and fictional novels... [more]
Free Windy City ThunderBolts Baseball Tickets for Scouts
Posted to Scouting News on September 12th, 2008
Scouts can attend the Illinois Windy City ThunderBolts Baseball game on 9/16/08 for... [more]
Pack 293 in Search of Eagles
Posted to Scouting News on September 12th, 2008
Pack 293 is looking to receive letters from 100 Eagle Scouts to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of... [more]
Pack Packing
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 12th, 2008
The training for high adventures or weekend hike-in campouts should include proper pack weight distribution skills. It makes sense to most people to pack the heaviest things in the bottom of the pack, but that isn't correct. A quick demonstration is... [more]
Your Road map to Character
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 12th, 2008
It can never be said enough ... the Scout law is your road map to Character. In leadership development we teach the Scouts to BE, KNOW, and DO. Simple ways for them to remember what it is that is expected of leaders. The Scout law teaches us HOW to... [more]
Real Life Opportunities
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 12th, 2008
We're all busy gearing up for Ike but this applies to any hurricane! Be sure to include your scouts in the Emergency Preparation. They can: Board windows Move yard art / furniture / sporting equipment into the garage Pack if you're heading out... [more]
Seeds of Kindness - Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 12th, 2008
The November 2008 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is â Seeds of Kindness .â Here is the official BSA theme description: âAs we approach Thanksgiving, let us spread seeds of kindness in the form of multiple small service projects . Helping others gives the... [more]
Scouting Cartoon- the Highwayman's Hitch
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 11th, 2008
From John Sweet's weekly 1950's Scout magazine page. (...and more about the Highwayman's Hitch for those who are mystified by the cartoon)... [more]
Scouting Cartoon- the Highwayman's Hitch
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 11th, 2008
From John Sweet's weekly 1950's Scout magazine page. (...and more about the Highwayman's Hitch for those who are mystified by the cartoon)... [more]
Showman Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 11th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Showman are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Showman resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Showman Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye Showman Packet... [more]
September 11th... No reminder needed.
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 11th, 2008
Its been seven years now since our Nation was attacked. By whom and what for really does not matter any more. But the fact that on the morning of September 11th 2001 our Nation.. our World changed forever, and with that change came changes in all... [more]
New Cartoons Added for September
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on September 11th, 2008
Knots or Not scouting cartoons is please to present for your viewing pleasure, Mike Bowman's cartoon debut ! For September we look at the surveying merit badge. Enjoy. Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org |... [more]
TOP 10!!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 11th, 2008
It has been a long while since I last posted a TOP 10 list... So here you go... The Top 10 things you hear from your wife (or husband) after a camp out... 10. Hi honey.. did you bring all the boys back this time? 9. No you can not set up the tent... [more]
The Leaderâs Campfire #53
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on September 11th, 2008
#53-Feedback Feedback on getting your unit online, old podcasts, recruiting tools and the next 20 shows. Tonight's show sponsored by ScoutData.com Download the show here:... [more]
Magic Eskimo Counting Sticks
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 10th, 2008
One afternoon, many years ago at Many Point Scout Camp, the Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 had some free time. Raymond, a Scout from Alaska who was a cousin of one of our troop members, was staying with us for the week. Raymond asked if they would... [more]
Buckeye October Packet (Theme: Adventures in Books)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 10th, 2008
Simon Kenton Councilâs Buckeye District roundtable packet for October 2008 ( Adventures in Books ) is now on the SKC website. Buckeye District makes a great roundtable packet which is posted monthly on their website. This one has games, cooking... [more]
Those Knots
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 10th, 2008
I had an interesting discussion recently about the "Knots" I wear on my uniform. First of all, lets clarify that yes I wear the knots that I have been awarded, presented or otherwise received. Some do not agree on the wearing of knots, and that is... [more]
October 2008 (Adventures in Books) DMIAB
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 9th, 2008
The October 2008 ( Adventures in Books ) Den Meeting in a Box is now available from BSA Supply Group for Tiger, Wolf, or Bear den meetings. It is $37.49 and includes ten âThe Written Wordâ booklets, a kit that makes ten Cub Scout bookmarks, ten... [more]
An Hour A Week? #155
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 9th, 2008
Show #155-The Grand Illusion My birthday, a 4 inch scarring, and Den Meetings start off this week. I also talk about field trips, den fundraisers, the zen mystery of training, the Lion Cubs Program, adopting roads, how the heck DO they organize our... [more]
Scout Executive in USA Today
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 8th, 2008
The July 20, 2008 Money section of USA Today features an interview with BSA Chief Scout Executive Robert Mazzuca . Mazzuca discusses how Scouting helps develop character and leadership qualities . In the interview, Mazzuca also addresses some of... [more]
Patrol Outings
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 8th, 2008
I would guess that one Troop in twenty schedules actual, independent Patrol outings. More likely than not the Patrols all go camping at once - AKA a Troop outing (like my Troop). I haven't pursued independent Patrol outings for a couple of... [more]
September 2008 Balooâs Bugle - October (Adventures in Books) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 7th, 2008
The September 2008 Balooâs Bugle (by Commissioner Dave) is now available for free download. It has games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings for the October 2008 monthly theme ( Adventures in Books )... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for September's RTs and October's Theme, "Adventures in Books" is on-line
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on September 7th, 2008
The newest edition of Baloo's Bugle is now available in Word.doc and Adobe.pdf The HTML will be up soon It loaded with lots of good things to do to get your Pack energized. This is truly an action theme - and you choose the direction of the... [more]
MSPP #48: The Hole In The Ground
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 7th, 2008
When I was a Boy Scout I attended summer camp at Parker Scout Reservation in Central Minnesota. We ate our evening meals in a dining hall. Once the troops were seated, one of the staff members would get up in front of the troops and lead us in a... [more]
Official 22nd World Jamboree Website is Live!
Posted to Scouting News on September 6th, 2008
The official 22nd World Jamboree website is now up and running. The theme for the Jamboree is "Simply Scouting," and it will be held in... [more]
Showman Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 6th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for October is Showman . Here are the requirements for the Showman Webelos activity badge : Do this: 1. Complete six activities of your choice; these can be from any area (puppetry, music, or... [more]
Mother nature Strikes!
Posted to From the Committee Chair on September 5th, 2008
Tropical Storm/Hurricane Hannah has dealt our Oceanography Merit Badge trip with Old Dominion University and NOAA a blow ââ¬Â¦ not a fatal blow, but definitely a windy blow. The trip was canceled due to the storm, and will have to be rescheduled... [more]
SN4S and September Roundtable
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on September 5th, 2008
It has been busy the last two nights. We had our district wide School Night For Scouting on the 3rd. My district, Keystone picked up a few more than 300 scouts. I turned in 15 scouts with one withheld for payment of fees. We had a great night in... [more]
Back to the Basics... Leadership
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 5th, 2008
Last night I attended our monthly District Committee meeting. Now there is nothing special about that in and of itself, except last night as I sat and listened to a discussion about why we can not get registered adult leaders to training, I thought... [more]
Order of the Arrow High Adventure Photo / Quote Contest
Posted to Scouting News on September 5th, 2008
The Order of the Arrow High Adventure Promotions Team is holding a Photo / Quote contest for all past participants of OA Trail Crew, OA Wilderness Voyage, or OA Ocean... [more]
Journal Craft Kits
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 5th, 2008
These Journal Craft Kits ("The Book About Me!") f rom Oriental Trading would probably be a fun activity for Tiger, Wolf, or Bear den meetings in October. The kits are $8.29 plus shipping for a set of twelve. Theme: Adventures in Books Link... [more]
2009 Merit Badge Requirement Changes
Posted to Scouting News on September 5th, 2008
Each year the Boy Scouts of America make changes to the advancement requirements. See which Merit Badges have requirement changes in... [more]
Belgian arch bridge
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 4th, 2008
This bridge was built at last year's Belgian Jamboree , by members of Ploeg Technieken , who have featured previously with the cloverleaf lashing . Kim notes that this was built 'only with manpower, no cranes, winching ... just people with hands... [more]
Schoolmates To Honor Deceased Scout Tomorrow
Posted to Scouting News on September 4th, 2008
Schoolmates honor Scout who died after receiving burns at Joseph A. Citta Boy Scout Reservation over the... [more]
Ten Reasons To Be A Leader
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 4th, 2008
Two years ago I wrote a blog post that became one of the most read posts I have ever written. It was during the time when many packs and troops were conducting recruitment drives and school nights. The article listed some reasons on why a parent... [more]
Scout Awarded NASE Future Entrepreneur Scholarship
Posted to Scouting News on September 4th, 2008
Boy Scout and founder of Project TroopTreats is awarded the NASE Future Entrepreneur... [more]
Communicator Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 4th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Communicator are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Communicator resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Communicator Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye... [more]
LNT Wannabes
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 4th, 2008
Oh, happy day! I'm a Leave No Trace Master Educator and really believe the message of minimizing impact when experienceing the outdoors is an important one to distribute across scouting. Before the PLC meeting this week, I asked the SPL if he could... [more]
Hiawathaland Council Cuts Ties with Delta County United Way
Posted to Scouting News on September 4th, 2008
Hiawathaland Council severs ties with the United Way of Delta County after being notified of a major reduction of... [more]
The Knight's Code
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 3rd, 2008
In addition to reciting the Scout Oath, Scout Law, or the Outdoor code as an opening for their troop meetings, the patrol leader council of Troop 68 has looked toward other ways to start their meetings. One code that seemed to make its way into a... [more]
Back to School Pack Meeting
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on September 3rd, 2008
Friday we had our first pack meeting since school started. We invited all of our prospects. We had 3 that joined, one brought back the application from our school'sMeet the teacher night. That is a little less than 20% rate of return on the... [more]
$12,000 and Still Going - Where will Jackâs Ride for Charity Stop?
Posted to Scouting News on September 3rd, 2008
Jack Sinclair, the 15 year-old Scout from Australia, who is planning on riding his bike across Australia to raise money for Big Brothers and Big Sisters Australia has has already raised over... [more]
October 2008 Theme (Adventures in Books) Patch
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 3rd, 2008
With October's Adventures in Books theme, it may be a good month for your den or pack to make a field trip to your local library. Here is the October monthly theme patch. It is $1.19 from BSA National. Link... [more]
Routine Troop Maintainence
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 3rd, 2008
Part of preparing to get our fall programs underway is tuning up the engine that motivates our Scouts and keeps the program moving. The simple promises made to every Scout are written in the front of the Scout Handbook. I've laid them out below... [more]
National Park Service Scout Day 9.27.2008
Posted to Scouting News on September 3rd, 2008
Join the Department of Interior on Saturday, September 27, 2008 for National Public Lands Day as they celebrate the service of Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts in the national... [more]
The Leaderâs Campfire #52
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on September 3rd, 2008
#52-Pack Outdoor Activities In today's show we talk about Pack camping and outdoor activities. We discuss planning, equipment, safety, adventure, awards and much more. Links: http://www.geocities.com/~Pack215/cubcamping.html... [more]
Programme Support : International : Links Scheme
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on September 2nd, 2008
List of people requesting links... [more]
2008 Boysâ Life Reading Contest
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 2nd, 2008
All Cub Scouts are eligible to enter the 2008 âSay Yes to Reading!â contest from Boysâ Life magazine . There are three categories for boys entering: - 8 years old and younger - 9 and 10 years old - 11 years old and older To enter, the boy needs to... [more]
School Days
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 2nd, 2008
Tomorrow, I get the house to myself again! Now, I can really get some work done with both scouts off to high school and the wife teaching at school also. Start of school is a great time to remind scouts to practice their friendly , kind , cheerful ,... [more]
Scouts and Politics
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 2nd, 2008
The following statement comes from a Council website. It seemed a timely thing to pass along. I found the picture above on the web. The name on the sign isn't important, we all need to read, understand and practice this policy: Boy Scouts... [more]
NESA Eagle Scout Search Is Under Way
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 31st, 1969
Scout Search Is Under Way to find and contact every living Eagle Scout and register his achievements, past and present. If you know an Eagle Scout, please alert him about this important project. Read more . ... [more]
First Aid Requirements for Philmont
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 31st, 1969
Beginning with the 2008 Philmont hiking season, each crew is required to have at least one member who is certified in a 16-hour wilderness first aid course from a nationally recognized provider. Read more . ... [more]
Adventures in Books, Peer to Peer Cub Scout Recruiting
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on September 1st, 2008
Get a jump on October's Cub Scout theme of Adventures in Books by listening to this podcast, chockfull of tips for activities and actions to make the theme come alive for your boys! And we'll take an in depth look at peer-to-peer recruiting, one of... [more]
ArrowCorps 5
Posted to BSA Value of Scouting Podcast on September 1st, 2008
National Service Project Results in $5 Million Dollars of Improvements to National... [more]
September 2008 DMIAB Photo
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 1st, 2008
The photo for the September 2008 Den Meeting in a Box from BSA Supply Group is now available (above). Theme: New Buddies Link... [more]
The Island Will be There Tommorrow
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 1st, 2008
Several years ago a local Scout Troop ( I swear it wasn't us) suffered through a period of infamy they flipped several canoes while paddling in some heavy weather and had to be rescued. On this year's trip to Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario,... [more]
NY State Senator Secures $200,000 For New Scout Cabin
Posted to Scouting News on September 1st, 2008
New York State Senator Andrew Lanza announced $200,000 in funding for the Boy Scouts of America to build a new state of the art cabin at William H. Pouch Scout... [more]
No show tonight.
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 1st, 2008
I was hoping to recover a little quicker, but frankly, I'm pretty tired. One of the boys is sick also, so it's making things worse around here. So I think it's best to postpone tonight's show. Enjoy your Labor Day!... [more]
On the value of Scouting - A Scouter's Essay
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 31st, 2008
Reprinted with permission - Copyright 2008 Michael Pocalyko Camp Minsi continues great traditions Friday, August 1, 2008 Michael Pocalyko In the extraordinary unsettled summer of 1968, the Lehigh Valley was a hot place in weather and in politics... [more]
MSPP #47: Star Trekking At MPSC
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 31st, 2008
The Boy Scouts of Troop 68 have been performing a little skit/song called Star Trekking since the mid-eighties. (See blog post from August 2, 2006 ) It has been quite popular with most campfire audiences. In 1990 (wow, eighteen years ago) the troop... [more]
The Crew Made It Home Safe
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 31st, 2008
We had a great time on our trip to Arkansas! Be sure to look in Buffalo Eagle's flickr (scroll down to be routed there) to see all the fun we had... [more]
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