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Pinewood Derby Wide Body Side Panels
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 30th, 2008
BSA Supply Group now carries wide body side panels ($2.99/pair) which you can use to add extra width to your Pinewood Derby car. Once they are glued on , the panels add an extra 3/8ââ¬Â³ over the wheels , but do not cause the car to exceed size... [more]
The Archives are now for sale
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 30th, 2008
I have posted the year one of AHAW archive. The other 2 will be online in the next couple of days. Only $5 eachââ¬Â¦ http://stores.lulu.com/ptcmedia... [more]
An Hour A Week? #167
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 30th, 2008
#167-Problem Child Tonight-Losing Scouts to the economy, New Year's resolutions, Medical Forms and Scout Sunday. Links: Some Ohio Cub Scout Packs See Drop In Numbers-... [more]
Traveler Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 29th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Traveler are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Traveler resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Traveler Worksheet (pdf) SHAC Traveler... [more]
2009 National Advanced Leadership Experience (NAYLE) Information Available
Posted to Scouting News on December 29th, 2008
The National Advanced youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE) Website has been updated with information for the 2009 courses. What is NAYLE? The National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE) is a course offered by the Philmont Training Center... [more]
Neutralizing "Bad Apple" Behavior
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 29th, 2008
Almost all of us have either had the personal experience of working with someone who displayed bad apple behaviors ... When this process starts to unfold at work, it consumes inordinate amounts of time, psychological resources, and emotional... [more]
Jambalaya
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 29th, 2008
1 (8oz) pkg. Tony Chachere's jambalaya mix 1 (6oz) pkg. frozen, cooked chicken breast strips, thawed 1 (11oz) can mexicorn 1 (2.25oz) can chopped black olives In a lg. pot, combine jambalaya mix & 2 1/4 cups water. Heat to boiling, reduce heat... [more]
2009 National Order of the Arrow Officers Elected
Posted to Scouting News on December 28th, 2008
The National Order of the Arrow (OA) Planning meeting is currently taking place down in Dallas, Texas (TX). Part of the meeting is the election of the 2009 National Officers. These young men will represent the Order of the Arrow across the country... [more]
MSPP #58: Rapping Bunny Foo Foo
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 28th, 2008
I am sure that you have heard the story and sang about Little Bunny Foo Foo at some point in your time involved in Scouting. You may have even lead the song during a campfire or pack program. Cub Scouts love the song. Boy Scouts think it is cutesy... [more]
The Camp Must Go On
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 28th, 2008
It never seems to fail that no matter how little rain an area can get for a season, if you book a campout, it will come. Apparently, this test wasn't failed for Troop 483. Yesterday, a cold front moved through the Conroe and Houston, TX area... [more]
Council Plans to Go Bigger After Dining Hall Collapse
Posted to Scouting News on December 28th, 2008
Gerald R. Ford Council is able to thank the heavy snow in Michigan for making a tough property decision easier. The Council was debating whether or not they should expand the main dining hall at their Boy Scout Camp, Gerber Scout Camp. On Wednesday... [more]
Scout Trivia: Basics and Badges
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 27th, 2008
It is the end of the month, and that means it is time for another ten questions from the 1984 Scout Mania trivia book. The theme this month is "Basics and Badges". In other words, basic BSA Scout knowledge. Keep in mind though, these questions are... [more]
Methods, Rules and Joy
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 27th, 2008
Scouting has long been a positive, constructive influence in the lives of young people. This vast potential for good lies in simple, direct methods that have been applied effectively across widely different cultures and systems of belief. These... [more]
The Crew COPEs
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 27th, 2008
As one of our Troop's eight COPE facilitators, I've been very proud of the six boys who are not only Boy Scouts but also members of the Crew. They have had going to COPE as one of their primary goals since inception a year ago. Right now, at... [more]
Friday Funny: Christmas Edition
Posted to Scouting News on December 27th, 2008
Welcome to Friday Funny! Every Friday, Scouting News will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. Hopefully you find it just as funny as we did! Sorry this one isn't Scouting related, but it is Christmas related. Rudolph and his wife,... [more]
Scouting
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 26th, 2008
Be Preparedââ¬Â¦ the meaning of the motto is that a scout must prepare himself by previous thinking out and practicing how to act on any accident or emergency so that he is never taken by surprise. - Sir Robert Baden-Powell... [more]
Winter Camp '08
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 26th, 2008
Troop 483 is off to Winter Camp at Camp Strake today. Looks like their week is going to start out warm and rainy. We'll have about 28 scouts and 6-7 adults attending, along with 3 scouts from Troop 658 camping with them. Our scouts will be working... [more]
Flying Colors Party Supplies
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 26th, 2008
For your February Blue and Gold Banquet, you may want decorations fitting the official " American ABC's " theme . Here are some Flying Colors party supplies available at the Factory Card & Party Outlet on Amazon.com: 10 1/2ââ¬Â³ Paper Plates... [more]
Compete with Scouting
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 26th, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, I hope you all had a great Christmas. As Scout leaders, we are in a competition - we are competing with other youth programs for the increasingly divided time of parents and children. This is not news, as we deal with this... [more]
Merry Christmas 2008!
Posted to Scouting News on December 25th, 2008
Merry Christmas from Scouting News! While things have been quiet on the news front, I just wanted to remind everyone we are still here. Hopefully everyone had a good Christmas Day with family and friends and will have a joyous holiday season! Last... [more]
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 25th, 2008
Twas the Night before Christmas, and all through the Camp Not a creature was stirring, not even a cub Scout; Our backpacks were hung by the campfire with care, In hopes that St. nick soon would be there; The scouts were nestled in their sleeping... [more]
A Reading of "The Christmas Scout"
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 25th, 2008
Late last night, on Christmas Eve, several of us from around the country joined Chris for his live " An Hour A Week " Christmas show. The chat room was very lively as we listened to Chris and the various Christmas music he was playing. He invited... [more]
Traveler Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 25th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for June is Traveler . Here are the requirements for the Traveler Webelos activity badge : Do five of these: 1. Get a map or timetable from a railroad, bus line, airline, subway, or light rail... [more]
Merry Christmas
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 25th, 2008
Merry Christmas or happy Holidays whichever you prefer. Please as you go through the rest of the nigth and christmas day please remember what the true spirit of christmas is. Yours In Scouting Service Mark W Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 1616... [more]
Good Deeds
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 25th, 2008
Especially this time of year we talk about doing good deeds for others, giving of ourselves. While out today in drizzly wet weather, there was traffic, crowds, bad drivers, bad walkers, and people that just couldn't push a grocery cart any better... [more]
Merry Christmas
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 25th, 2008
Merry Christmas to all, from Troop 483, and let's all remember the true meaning of the season... [more]
BSA Health Form
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 24th, 2008
Hopefully your holiday is going great but Scouting for certain individuals never stops and will continue through the holiday Season. As this is the case, National Council of the Boy Scouts of America has released a New Health Form which will replace... [more]
New Annual Health and Medical Record
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 24th, 2008
BSA National has unveiled a new Annual Health and Medical Record that replaces all previous BSA medical forms. Here are some things to note about the new Record: Parts A and C are to be filled out annually by youth and adult members of all BSA... [more]
Stocking Stuffers
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 24th, 2008
If your family member is an outdoorsman (or woman) and you don't know what to put in their stocking, let me help you. Several of the items were on my post the other night about things to consider for winter camp: chap stick, hand warmers, gloves,... [more]
Stocking Stuffers for the Outdoorsman
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 24th, 2008
If your family member is an outdoorsman (or woman) and you don't know what to put in their stocking, let me help you. Several of the items were on my post the other night about things to consider for winter camp: chap stick, hand warmers,... [more]
More Architecture Merit Badge resources
Posted to ScoutSigns on December 23rd, 2008
Dr. Architecture contacted me a while ago with more resources for those pursuing the Architecture merit badge . Here are his recommended resources: Becoming an Architect: A Guide to Careers in Design --Amazon link Summer programs listed (Summer 2009... [more]
Christmas Eve Show
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 23rd, 2008
Barring some bizarre accident or something, I will be online live Christmas Eve. I'll start spinning music around 9:30 PM CST and will join the show when I can; hopefully a little after 10. Chat room will be open and I'll take what Christmas... [more]
Online Tour Permits
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 23rd, 2008
In early January 2009, you will be able to fill out and submit tour permits online via the BSA MyScouting system . At the link below (via the Atlanta Area Council website) is set of instructions on the new online tour permit system. Link (pdf)... [more]
The Game of Scouting- Part Two
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 23rd, 2008
It's How You Play The Game Imagine what football would be like if all of the effort involved in the game was focused solely on the aims of the game, with no regard to how the rules expect the game to be played, or what is allowed or not allowed... [more]
The Game of Scouting- Part One
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 23rd, 2008
It's Not Winning Or Losing Scouting is a game. At least that's what it's supposed to be. Some would even say it's supposed to be a game with a purpose, but it seems to me that there are an awful lot of people out there who tend to go to extremes... [more]
Deer Tracking
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 23rd, 2008
I must admit that every once in a while I cannot resist this bit of fun (so long as it is not demeaning my Scouts). There's no 'butt' to this joke and everyone ends up laughing. Bring a box or bag of chocolate covered raisins on... [more]
Tying It All Up In Knots
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 23rd, 2008
Looking back, looking forward, looking inââ¬Â¦ A normal program year in a Scouting unit provides plenty of opportunities for evaluation, review, and reflecting. We, as Scouters, should take full advantage of these opportunities to ensure we are... [more]
A Knights Code- A Long Journey- Part 5
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 23rd, 2008
Be prepared to fight in the defense of your country. The majority of us will not be called to go join the military but all of us are called to be defenders of our country. Being a defender of your country means that you actually defend and protect... [more]
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 23rd, 2008
One day in 1909 in London, England, An American Visitor, William D. Boyce, lost his way in a dense fog. He stopped under a street lamp and tried to figure out where he was. A boy approached him and asked if he could be of help. "You certainly can,"... [more]
Quote of the Week
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 23rd, 2008
If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it. Margaret Fuller We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big differences that we... [more]
Architecture Merit Badge Overnighter
Posted to ScoutSigns on December 22nd, 2008
[Scouters in Dallas-Ft. Worth TX area--please share in Comments if you have any more data!] OK, this requires some explaining. I saw a comment posted related to "Boy Scouts" and "Architecture". I've tried multiple times on separate occasions to get... [more]
Merry Christmas..No, really!
Posted to ScoutSigns on December 22nd, 2008
Injury, illness, troop ski trip, 3 family trips, shopping for 8 kids and 4 grandkids, pack meeting, troop "cookie and hot chocolate" meeting, and my employer's super-helpful idea that the holidays are a great time for the finance people (me) to... [more]
Three Fires Council Hiking Program
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 22nd, 2008
Three Fires Council has a great Cub Hiking Program. It encourages packs to have a Saturday hike each month , to keep track of each boy's miles hiked , and to do recognition (such as a patch) at each hiking milestone. The suggested hikes are... [more]
Looking In
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 22nd, 2008
Looking back, looking forward, looking inââ¬Â¦ Reflection is as important as, and sometimes more important than, evaluating and reviewing. Reflection is what helps a Scout learn to tie a bowline. Evaluation helps he see the mistakes he makes on... [more]
Caption Contest Winner Announced!
Posted to Scouting News on December 22nd, 2008
There were 14 great entries to the first Scouting News Caption Contest . The task at hand was to provide a caption for this photo: After the contest closed yesterday, I worked to narrow down the entries to one winning entry. I'll be honest, it was... [more]
An Hour A Week? #166
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 22nd, 2008
#166-Join Together Tonight-I hear from the Council, finishing the year, Follow Me Boys come up again, phone trees and getting fired. Links: BSA Branding of Council websites- http://ideas.scouting.org/akira/dtd/6361-2119 Standardized Council Sites... [more]
Green Hour
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 22nd, 2008
The National Wildlife Federation website Green Hour advocates "...giving our children a "Green Hour" a day -- a bit of time for unstructured play and interaction with the natural world -- we can set them on the path toward physical,... [more]
In Case Santa Forgets
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 22nd, 2008
For all those sending scouts off to Winter Camp, there are a few things you can pick up for them to make their stay nicerââ¬Â¦. in case Santa forgets. Gloves, thin and flexible do nicely Warm Hat, to sleep in Chap Stick, 5 days of wind can be... [more]
Looking Forward
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 21st, 2008
Looking back, looking forward, looking inââ¬Â¦ In almost everything we do, we spend most of our time looking forward, so you may ask why it's so important to talk about it here. Well, think about the last time you drove to work. Most of the time... [more]
A Scout Is Helpful
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 21st, 2008
This scout law element couldn't have come during a more appropriate week. We always tell our kids that Christmas is more about giving than receiving, but do tell them how wonderful it can be for them to be helpful? Let's all remember to be... [more]
Looking Back
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 21st, 2008
Looking back, looking forward, looking inââ¬Â¦ At every opportunity, a Scouter needs to evaluate what he or she is doing. The Scoutmaster needs to evaluate how effective his Scoutmaster Conferences and Scoutmaster Minutes are. The Committee Chair... [more]
MSPP #57: Dirty Sock Song
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 20th, 2008
Welcome back to the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast. (You know, I think I made the title of this podcast waaay too long.) It is time for the Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 to entertain you once again with another song from one of their Laughs... [more]
Snow Ball Fight
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 20th, 2008
from last year but still funny Check out our Scoutmaster snowball fight at this LINK . Enjoy... [more]
Top 10 reasons to be a Scoutmaster
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 20th, 2008
10. You get to live in the woods once a monthââ¬Â¦ 9. Sometimes you get to act 11,and get away with itââ¬Â¦ 8. Road tripsââ¬Â¦ 7. You get to wear a uniformââ¬Â¦with a pound of patches and 2 pounds of thread and hot glue to hold them... [more]
Judged
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 20th, 2008
"We judge ourselves by what we feel capable of doing, while others judge us by what we have already done."... [more]
Stand Strong
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 20th, 2008
"Stand strong in the storms of life, the sun will always shine on you" Kid Rock... [more]
Ah Hour A Week? #165
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 20th, 2008
#165-Go Your Own Way Tonight-A Pinewood Derby computer game, some ideas from the paid folks, a lack of Unit Commissioners, setting up a big recruitment affair, video uploading solutions and much more. Links: Scouting Innovation Engine-... [more]
Evaluate, Review, Reflect
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 20th, 2008
Looking back, looking forward, looking inââ¬Â¦ Even as our Scouts are looking at what they need to do, what they have done, and what they think they can do, we should be doing the same thing. Evaluating our performance, reviewing our goals, and... [more]
Friday Funny: I Followed the Tracks!
Posted to Scouting News on December 19th, 2008
Welcome to Friday Funny! Every Friday, Scouting News will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. Hopefully you find it just as funny as we did! An Eagle Scout, a Star Scout, and a Tenderfoot Scout get lost in the woods. The Eagle Scout... [more]
Night Before Pinewood
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 19th, 2008
Len of Pack 15 recently sent out a mailing to those of us in the Yahoo "Cub Scout Talk" group that included a couple of poems about Pinewood derbies. I thought they were pretty good and thought you might enjoy reading them. NIGHT BEFORE PINEWOOD (A... [more]
Geologist Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 19th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Geologist are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Geologist resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Geologist Worksheet (pdf) SHAC Geologist... [more]
New 'Annual Health and Medical Record' to Replace Class 1, 2, & 3 Health Forms
Posted to Scouting News on December 19th, 2008
The Boy Scouts of America has released a new Annual Health and Medical Record , a new one stop medical record for your use. This new form will replace the former Class 1, 2, and 3 forms, which will be phased out during 2009. The new form, No... [more]
The Cost of Scouting
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 19th, 2008
THE COSTS OF SCOUTING Make no mistake about it, Scouting can be expensive. When you consider the costs of a uniform, patches, personal items, camping equipment, dues, travel, costumes (for skits, OA Indian dance regalia, special uniforming, etc.),... [more]
Patch Trivia
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 18th, 2008
I was asked which patches, medals, and awards from a Cub Scout uniform can be displayed on a Boy Scout uniform. Here's my list - any additions or deletions? Council shoulder patch Patrol patch - if same one for patrol as for Webelos den Numerals -... [more]
Patch Trivia
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 18th, 2008
I was asked which patches, medals, and awards from a Cub Scout uniform can be displayed on a Boy Scout uniform. Here's my list - any additions or deletions? Council shoulder patch Patrol patch - if same one for patrol as for Webelos den Numerals -... [more]
The story of the Santa hat.
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on December 18th, 2008
This year Iwas in the mood to have more Christmas spirit. So how do I get and show more Christmas spirit? I thought to myself. I finally decided aftera trip to Party City, I must get a Santa hat. I have seen 100 different regular red and white... [more]
New Leave No Trace Supplemental Training
Posted to Scouting News on December 18th, 2008
The National Council Boy Scouts of America has made available another great supplemental training module: Leave No Trace: Preserving the Beauty and Maintaining Our Access to the Land If you haven't checked out the supplemental training modules... [more]
American ABC's - Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 18th, 2008
The February 2009 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is " American ABC's ." Here is the official BSA theme description: " Take a personalized tour of the USA by the letters: Austin, Baton Rouge and Cambridge to Xenia, York and Zion. Our country contains an... [more]
Troop 150 Celebrates 50 Years
Posted to Scouting News on December 18th, 2008
Troop 150, located in the Village of Deerfield, Illinois is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Troop 150, chartered by the Zion Lutheran Church in Deerfeild, was chartered in 1958 by Vern Swanson, and is part of the Northeast Illinois Council, Boy... [more]
Scout-made Christmas Ornament
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 18th, 2008
Hello fellow scouters, Here's a great idea for a snowman Christmas ornament that can be made by your scouts. This would work well for a den meeting craft, pack meeting activity, or even a last-minute Christmas gift! We had our den Christmas party... [more]
One Hour Per Week
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 18th, 2008
How many times have you chuckled when you heard someone tell a new scouting parent that? Everytime I hear it, I follow it with, "per scout". Whomever started the illusion (or is it dilusion?) that scout leadership can be done in one hour per week... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 18th, 2008
Got an email and a comment posted to the blog from a reader that has a great site on winter camping. Please check the site out at http://www.wintercampers.com/ . Some real good stuff there. Thanks Jim for the info about the site. Have a Great... [more]
THE LONE SCOUT's CHRISTMAS- Part 4
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
He opened the bag and brought out three stockings, one for each of his guests. He fastened them to the baggage racks above the seats and watched the two boys contentedly close their eyes and go to sleep. "They will be awfully disappointed when they... [more]
THE LONE SCOUT's CHRISTMAS- Part 3
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
"Now I want something to stretch on these things, so as to let the sled ride over the snow, instead of digging into it," he said to the girl. She brought him her father's old "slicker." Henry cut it into suitable shape and nailed and lashed it... [more]
THE LONE SCOUT's CHRISTMAS- Part 2
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
To his delight he got along without the slightest difficulty although he strode with great care. He gained the level and in ten minutes found himself on the top of the hill, where he could see miles and miles of rolling prairie. He turned himself... [more]
THE LONE SCOUT's CHRISTMAS- Part 1
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
Every boy likes snow on Christmas Day, but there is such a thing as too much of it. Henry Ives, alone in the long railroad coach, stared out of the clouded windows at the whirling mass of snow with feelings of dismay. It was the day before... [more]
A Christmas Story Number 1
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
By the way, I did not write this. It was written by Sam Bogan. I do not know if this is a true story or a fictional one, but to tell the truth, it really does not matter. The Christmas Scout In spite of the fun and laughter, 13 yr. old Frank Wilson... [more]
A Knights Code- A Long Journey- Part 4
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
"Do nothing to hurt or offend anyone else" Hurting and offending others is just a wrong and hateful thing to do. Yes it is much easier to be hateful and rude but you shouldn't as a Scout because you are held to a higher standard of ethical and moral... [more]
Trek Tracking
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 18th, 2008
Here's the perfect item to add to your troop's equipment list if you do any backpacking, hiking, canoeing, or other high adventure activities - well that should be ALL of you, right? It's the SPOT Messenger satellite tracker and emergency beacon... [more]
Trek Tracking
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 18th, 2008
Here's the perfect item to add to your troop's equipment list if you do any backpacking, hiking, canoeing, or other high adventure activities - well that should be ALL of you, right? It's the SPOT Messenger satellite tracker and emergency beacon... [more]
A Knights Code- A Long Journey- Part 3
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
"Defend the poor and help them that cannot defend themselves" This is next part to the Knights Code and I think this fits very well with the Scout Law word of Help and the Scout Slogan which is "Do A Good Turn Daily". Both of these ideals in... [more]
Interamerican Region WOSM Calender of Events
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 18th, 2008
6th Interamerican Scout Summit When: February 27 to February 28 2009 Where: Hotel Dorado Plaza Cartagena de Indias, Colombia Description: All executive Directors, National Chief Scouts of the Scout Associations of our Region, and all Regional Scout... [more]
Jostens Will Help Eagle Scouts® Celebrate Their Achievement With Customized and Personalized Rings
Posted to Scouting News on December 17th, 2008
Hat Tip: BoyandGirlScouts.com: Jostens Enters Eagle Ring Battle Jostens will now help Eagle Scouts® celebrate and recognize their significant achievement with customized and personalized rings under license from the Boy Scouts of America®. Eagle... [more]
The Lone Scout's Christmas
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 17th, 2008
As Christmas approaches I have tried to find a new Boy Scout related Christmas story for you to read. There does not seem to be very many of them, which is not too surprising. But I did find one for you, thanks to the Cumberland Times of West... [more]
Free Maze Generator Sites
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 17th, 2008
When I was a kid, I thought mazes (and puzzles in general) were really cool. So January's " A-MAZE-ing Games " theme brings back some fond memories for me. If you would like to make some mazes for a January den meeting, here are some websites that... [more]
Visiting with Seniors
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 17th, 2008
A baker's dozen of scouts visited with seniors at a local assisted care facility this past week. What a great time for generations to interact, fulfilling the 'Associate with Adults' method of Scouting. The scouts and seniors played bingo and... [more]
The Importance of Adults in Scouting
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 17th, 2008
It is easy to say that adults are important in scouting. That's obvious. Without us, the boys couldn't get to campouts. There's way more though. Adult volunteers serve their troops as leaders, drivers, mentors, merit badge counselors,... [more]
Christmas Parties and Presents
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 17th, 2008
For over twenty years the Boy Scouts of Troop 68 have held a Christmas Party. Our community is predominately Christian, and all of our Scouts during the years have been Christian, so it was no problem adding this to our yearly program. The parties... [more]
Recharter part 2
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on December 16th, 2008
Ok so I have gone over the roster. I know where everyone is. I have talked to the current leaders and know who wants to keep on, who is going to try something new, and who is just moving on. I have talked to the pack as a whole about recharter... [more]
Keep on Scouting
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 16th, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, If you are a Webelos II leader like me, cross-over is approaching and you are beginning to wind down your Cub Scout experience. Or maybe you're a Cubmaster or committee member and your son is about to graduate from the Cub... [more]
Finding BSA Councils
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 16th, 2008
Here are a few internet resources to help you find information about the 300-plus BSA local councils . Dave Hultberg is a Pennsylvania scouter who has put together an Excel spreadsheet listing all current and former BSA councils . It has the dates... [more]
Scouting Christmas Stories
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 15th, 2008
I do not know if you have heard or not, but Christmas will be here next week. It is only ten days away. Boy, am I glad I have all my Christmas shopping done and all the gift wrapping completed. Now I can kick back and relax, and maybe read a couple... [more]
Prepared for Everything?
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 15th, 2008
When we talk about being prepared and getting ready for treks and campouts, the newer scouts (and their parents) will sometimes ask HOW prepared scouts need to be, always in regards to gear and clothing. It's a great question and the answer depends... [more]
Contest: Caption This Photo!
Posted to Scouting News on December 15th, 2008
After the Scouting News We Are Americans, We Are Scouts Book contest was deemed a success , a few folks have asked for another one. Since its the holiday season and everyone is in a giving mood, why not? We will be giving away a Scouting for... [more]
Teaching Scout about the COLD
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 15th, 2008
We are in the Cold Season and its time to dust off the snow shoes and pull out the poly pro underwear... get out there and go camping. There is nothing more exhilarating that challenging yourself in a harsh environment. Crisp clean vistas, the... [more]
Color Pinewood Derby Wheels
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 15th, 2008
BSA Supply Group now has official Pinewood Derby wheels and axles ($1.99/set) available in 5 colors : Black, Ragin' Red, Screamin' Yellow, Outrageous Orange, and Blazin' Blue. Pretty cool. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Merchandise, Pinewood Derby... [more]
Indian Waters Council Announces Scout Executive: Mr. Douglas W. Stone
Posted to Scouting News on December 15th, 2008
The Indian Waters Council is pleased to announce Mr. Douglas W. Stone was selected as their new Scout Executive. Mr. Stone started with the Council on Monday, December 1, 2008. Mr. Stone has been a Scouting professional for nearly 18 years and his... [more]
Let it Snow!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 15th, 2008
Nothing to profound just a simple request. We have had our first "Official" snow fall of the year, in fact as I sit and stare out of my window, the light dusting of Updates every 5 minutes...."THIS JUST IN... another snow flake has hit the... [more]
Annual Christmas / Holiday / White Elephant Event
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 14th, 2008
Tomorrow, December 16th is when our troop will have it's annual Christmas / Holiday / White Elephant event. Because our troop is diverse we have people who call our annual gift exchange a variety of different names. Whatever the individual family... [more]
A Scoutmaster Minute
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 14th, 2008
Persevere and direct your energy towards your goals. If you do this and truly believe in what you're trying to achieve you will be given the power to succeed. Sometimes obstacles should be seen as a test - pass the test and overcome the obstacles... [more]
A Scout Is Loyal
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 14th, 2008
There are different kinds of loyal. The most widely referred to is the loyalty of a dog. They'll fight to the end for us and protect us as best they can from danger. There is the loyal shopper who sticks with a brand. Loyalty can certainly be... [more]
Geologist Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 14th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for July is Geologist . Here are the requirements for the Geologist Webelos activity badge : Do five of these: 1. Collect five geologic specimens that have important uses. 2. Rocks and minerals... [more]
Earnest Thompson Seton Program on PBS
Posted to Scouting News on December 14th, 2008
In 1893, a bounty hunter named Ernest Thompson Seton journeyed to the untamed canyons of New Mexico on a mission to kill a dangerous outlaw. Feared by ranchers throughout the region, the outlaw wasn't a pistol-packing cowboy or train-robbing... [more]
So what's with the Buffalo?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 13th, 2008
A week or so ago , I was asked to participate in a "Trivia Contest". This was a unique contest as it was to be part of a Scouting Podcast called The Leaders Campfire, hosted by Cubmaster Chris and his sidekick Scoutmaster Steve. Steve played the... [more]
2009 Scout Sunday Emblem
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 13th, 2008
Here is the 2009 Scout Sunday participation patch ($1.49) available from BSA Supply Group. This is a very nice-looking dove-shaped emblem featuring a full color photo of a dove. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Faith, Patches... [more]
Venture Scouts Set 20,000 Plants in Tuolumne River Park Service Project
Posted to Scouting News on December 13th, 2008
Over 190 youth from 18 high schools gathered at Tuolumne River Park in Stanislaus County on Nov. 15 for a service project. After four hours of intense work the youth had planted 20,000 grass plugs as well as shrubs and trees. "Every year we break a... [more]
Memorial to the Little Sioux Falls Scouts
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 13th, 2008
ScoutingNews.Org reports that a memorial is being built in honor of the brave exhibition of scouting skills of so many and the tragic loss of life of four young scouts. In addition to paying homage to the boys, this fascinating article tells of... [more]
Good ending to a day
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 13th, 2008
If you have followed the blog for any length of time, you know a couple "Non Scouting" things about me. First, I am a huge Football fan, and second, I can't stand the way professional athletes throw their status around and set terrible examples... [more]
A Knights Code- A Long Journey- Part 2
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 13th, 2008
"Be always ready with your armor on, except when you are taking your rest at night." This statement from the Knights code in my opinion ties directly back to the Scout Motto which is "Be Prepared". When looking at the first part "Be Always ready" we... [more]
Scout Law Essay Contest
Posted to Scouting News on December 12th, 2008
Announcing a Terrific Opportunity for Scouting Youth A Scout Is ââ¬Â¦ has set up an essay contest that hopes to encourage scouts to look at their own lives and those of their fellow scouts. The essays focus on the living of the Scout Law and... [more]
Friday Funny: Be Prepared!
Posted to Scouting News on December 12th, 2008
Yesterday, Jerry over at The Scoutmaster Minute reminded us of the importance of Laughter! With that I would like to announce a new feature of Scouting News, the Friday Funny. Every Friday we will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. A... [more]
Handyman Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 12th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Handyman are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Handyman resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Handyman Worksheet (pdf) SHAC Handyman... [more]
Winner of We Are Americans, We Are Scouts Contest
Posted to Scouting News on December 12th, 2008
On December 3rd, 2008, Scouting News announced a contest to win a signed copy of We Are Americans, We Are Scouts , today we announce the winner! We Are Americans, We Are Scouts by David C. Scott highlights the words of Theodore Roosevelt that... [more]
A Baden-Powell Quote
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 12th, 2008
The most worth-while thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others." ada Sir Robert Baden-Powell... [more]
Scout Gift Ideas
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 11th, 2008
I've noticed a few of the items from Guyot Designs showing up on camping trips since we began using their Squishy Bowls last year. By the way, I really love my squishy bowl and it's holding up great! One of the coolest items (that I'd never buy for... [more]
Life Enhanced
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on December 11th, 2008
Last spring I went to Woodbadge, I thought about my ticket items for nearly a month between weekends. I have items that enhance me and ones that enhance the program. I'm not struggling with my ticket items but i'm not progressing really well... [more]
Laughter... really the best Medicine
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 11th, 2008
What medicine works fast, cures the blues, lowers blood pressure and much more? What medicine can be found anywhere, can be shared with friends- you actually want to it to be addicting- and it's totally free? Laughter! Share a joke with your... [more]
Standardized Council Sites Coming Soon
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 11th, 2008
BSA National has announced a new plan that will feature standardized websites for all local councils . According to the December 3 press release, BSA has partnered with Sitecore Corporation and mindSHIFT Technologies Inc. for development of a... [more]
San Francisco Bay Area Council Invests $1.1 Million in Camp Properties
Posted to Scouting News on December 11th, 2008
The San Francisco Bay Area Council over the past two summers has invested $1,145,600 in capital improvements at their three camps. At Wente Scout Reservation these improvements have included new waterlines, the Wishbone shower house with flush... [more]
Game Backpack
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 11th, 2008
Here's a great idea from The Trainers Corner blog: A game backpack is filled with games and various items for quick game ideas. As you can see from the picture, which has some of the contents of my backpack, there's a lot of things that can be... [more]
December 8 2008 Meeting Review
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 11th, 2008
After Meeting Review Well this meeting our SPL was absent from the meeting so our ASPL had to lead the meeting and I am please to say that the ASPL did a fairly good job, our Troop really does need to work out the kinks regarding how announcements... [more]
Backpacking tip of Week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 11th, 2008
For the Backpacking tip this week.. I want to share a recipe with you. Borrowed from http://blog.trailcooking.com/ , it is a great tasting, easy recipe that will warm you up while filling you up. Check out more recipes at this site. I have been... [more]
Peace Light- From Bethlehem to Minnesota
Posted to Scouting News on December 10th, 2008
Boy Scout Troop 113, from Bayport Minnesota, is planning a rather amazing project this holiday season. Scouts are taking part in an International Scouting program to distribute what is called the Peace Light that originates from the grotto manger... [more]
Getting Started with Dutch Ovens
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 10th, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, Whether through Scouting or personal camping, dutch oven cooking is a great way to prepare meals in the outdoors. But many don't know how to get started cooking. It can be intimidating at first. If you are interested in... [more]
Working in IT Versus being a Scouter.
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on December 10th, 2008
Working in IT, MIS , Network Administration or whatever you want to call it is very often the job of an unsung hero. You work in a room that's loud as all get out. Alot of times in some dark closet of an office or cubicle. After years of doing... [more]
Giving Doesnât Require Cash
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 10th, 2008
We're all conserving funds this year in this tough economy. Those of us who live in Houston may be even moreso after working to recover from Ike. That doesn't mean that we, and our scouts, can't give this holiday season. Nothing stops us from... [more]
Step Back
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 10th, 2008
Here are some excerpts from a reply to a letter from a frustrated Scoutmaster over at Ask Andy Usually, the single most important thing adult leaders can do to improve delivery of the Boy Scout program is to step back. Just like someone canât be âa... [more]
Giving and getting... Less?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 10th, 2008
Sitting here this morning watching the morning news, having a cup a coffee, and there was a report on Christmas giving. The point of the story was that the economy sucked. Well... if you have a pulse and believe absolutely everything you hear..sure... [more]
HalfEagle.com
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 10th, 2008
HalfEagle.com is website I check out almost daily. It is a scouting blog aggregator featuring about a half dozen scouting blogs as well as scouting-related photos from Flikr and scouting headlines from Google. Most of the blog postings are about... [more]
A Knights Code- A Long Journey
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 10th, 2008
Here is the Knights Code of Old: Be always ready with your armor on, except when you are taking your rest at night. *Defend the poor and help them that cannot defend themselves. *Do nothing to hurt or offend anyone else. *Be prepared to fight in the... [more]
Picture of the Week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 10th, 2008
Red Sky at Night.... I can't remember the little poem, and I am not sure how it applies to Scouters.. This picture was taken the other night, an incredible sun set here in the Northwest. This at the end of a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
Merit Badge Counseling
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 9th, 2008
Shortly after I began my tenure as a scoutmaster at the age of 21 in 1981 I was told during a training event that an adult could serve as a merit badge counselor for up to six merit badges, but a Boy Scout could only earn two merit badges with a... [more]
December Hike
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 9th, 2008
Having a monthly campout or Saturday hike has been very good for our pack. An active outdoor program is what many families are looking for when their son signs up for Cub Scouts. But a Saturday event in December is more challenging attendance-wise... [more]
The Golden Rule?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 9th, 2008
I had a talk with a good friend of mine about a sermon he heard at his church on Sunday. The Pastor of his Church gave a talk about the "Golden Rule" and how it is supposed to guide our lives. The preacher had a problem with peoples understanding... [more]
Getting To Know Me - Christmas Edition
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 8th, 2008
Scoutmaster Jerry from Oregon recently sent me one of those "Getting to know you" emails in which you answer a bunch of questions and then send it to all the contacts in your email address book. I usually look them over and then delete them, but... [more]
2009 Blue & Gold Emblem
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 8th, 2008
Here is a new Blue & Gold Banquet participation patch ($1.19) available from BSA Supply Group. Boys usually get a big kick out of receiving patches. In our pack, we usually give a patch to all the boys who attend our Blue and Gold Banquet. Link... [more]
A Scout Is Trustworthy
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 8th, 2008
trustworthy adjective 1. worthy of trust or belief 2. taking responsibility for one's conduct and obligations The scouts repeat the scout law all the time. But how often do they consider the meaning of the words within it?... [more]
Just some numbers
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 8th, 2008
Another year is coming to a close . The final Court of Honor of the Year is in the books. The Scouts did as they always do, a great job. They worked hard and achieved their individual Goals. Tonight at the Court of Honor the boys showed a year in... [more]
Scouting For Food
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 7th, 2008
Today we did our part to help the community by participating in Scouting for Food. Yes, we collected food, then helped as other units dropped their collections off at our Church. 22 Scouts from our Troop helped carry, stage, weigh, and sort 8000... [more]
Attidue Quotes 1
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 6th, 2008
"Any fact facing us is not as important as our attitude toward it, for that determines our success or failure. The way you think about a fact may defeat you before you ever do anything about it. You are overcome by the fact because you think you... [more]
WOSM- Eurrasia Region
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 6th, 2008
WOSM Eurasia Region What is It? The Eurasian Region of the WOSM is headquarter in Gurzuf near Yalta-Krasnokamianka, Ukraine and also has a branch office in Moscow, Russia. Basically it inludes all the formerly communist states of Central and... [more]
Troop 483 FAQ Updates
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 6th, 2008
Updates have been made under: The Basics, Camping Gear, Camping Meals à à à à à à ... [more]
I Stand Corrected
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 6th, 2008
One of our leaders emailed Gary and myself a link to a letter that most of you have likely seen by now. I responded to the leader that he should add it to the blog. He's been a little shy about starting to post here, but he's a fantastic... [more]
First Principles for New Scoutmasters
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 6th, 2008
If I could speak to myself 25 years ago when I became a Scoutmaster here is what I would say: Learn as much as you can from training and reading. Study these invaluable references: Guide to Safe Scouting , Advancement Committee Policies and... [more]
A Scoutmaster Minute
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 6th, 2008
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Ã Ã Ã Ã Ã Ã ... [more]
Twas The... A Couple Christmas Poems
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 6th, 2008
During the Christmas season last year I posted a couple poems for the Christmas season, but which were based on the " Night Before Christmas ". I thought I would save you the trouble of trying to find them by posting the links here so you can read... [more]
Video: Pumpkin Chunkinâ 2008 at Bayport Scout Reservation
Posted to Scouting News on December 5th, 2008
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Dec. 2008 Cubcast (Jan. Theme: A-MAZE-ing Games)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 5th, 2008
The December 2008 Cubcast from BSA National is available (free). It has ideas for den meetings and more utilizing the January â A-MAZE-ing Games â theme. The program also has information about combating the problem of childhood obesity. Link [... [more]
Scouting Program Takes Life Again in Iraq
Posted to Scouting News on December 5th, 2008
This story originally appeared on Task Force Mountain on December 2nd, 2008. The article was written and photo taken by Staff Sergent Michael Sauret. On Saturday afternoons, a fenced-in patch of land outside Camp Victory becomes a ground for... [more]
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Scouts Nominated for âMost Inspiring Person of the Yearâ
Posted to Scouting News on December 5th, 2008
The Boy Scouts involved in the Little Sioux Scout Ranch tornado have been nominated for beliefnet's "Most Inspiring Person of the Year" award . After a tornado ripped through their camp near Blencoe, Iowa, last June, dozens of Boy Scouts, ages 13... [more]
Life Enhanced
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 5th, 2008
One day, many years ago, a parent asked what Cub Scouts was like. I thought for a few moments and proceeded to try to tell the inquisitive parent all the different things we were doing at our den meetings, pack meetings, and campouts. Despite my... [more]
Most Inspiring Persons
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 5th, 2008
I found this article on a blog called Scouting Maniac ( http://scoutingmaniac.blogspot.com/ ). They write about a site called BeliefNet which is sponsoring a contest called Most Inspiring Person of the Year 2008. Here is what is written: This is... [more]
Value of Scouting, January 2009
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 5th, 2008
Eagle Scout, Ben Pearce, received the 2008 Hero of Conservation Award from Field and Stream, in addition to the BSA's William T. Hornaday Award for conservation and environmental ethic. "The difference between doing what's right and what's easy... [more]
Value of Scouting, January 2009
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 5th, 2008
Eagle Scout, Ben Pearce, received the 2008 Hero of Conservation Award from Field and Stream, in addition to the BSA's William T. Hornaday Award for conservation and environmental ethic. "The difference between doing what's right and what's easy... [more]
Value of Scouting, January 2009
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 5th, 2008
Eagle Scout, Ben Pearce, received the 2008 Hero of Conservation Award from Field and Stream, in addition to the BSA's William T. Hornaday Award for conservation and environmental ethic. "The difference between doing what's right and what's easy... [more]
BSA Leverages Sitecoreâs Web CMS for Nationwide Web Brand Management
Posted to Scouting News on December 4th, 2008
Hat Tip: BoyandGirlScouts.com: BSA McWebsite Sitecore, the leading provider of .NET Web Content Management System (CMS) and portal software, today announced that the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), the nation's foremost youth program of character... [more]
The Leader's Campfire Trivia Contest
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 4th, 2008
Last night I had fun with several Scout Leaders from around the country, and from the other side of the world. Cubmaster Chris and I were joined by three Scouters for a trivia game which was recorded for next week's episode of The Leader's Campfire... [more]
Webelos Colors - Supersized
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 4th, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, A fun way to track the Webelos activity pins (badges) you complete is on a giant Webelos color. The one in the photo is what my den uses to track what pins we complete, and it's part of our flag base. It stands about... [more]
Scoutmaster Conference
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 4th, 2008
The Scoutmaster conference is the principle contact with between Scout and Scoutmaster: Why does the Scoutmaster engage in this one-on-one review? The relationship between a Scout and his Scoutmaster is important for the troop's health and for... [more]
One Patch
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 4th, 2008
When I was a Scout in Holland , BSA Troop 100, Brunssum, Transatlantic Council in the Charlemagne district, after our first camp out with the other Scouts from Germany, Holland, England, and Canada, our Scoutmaster would award us a little purple... [more]
Buckeye January â09 Packet (A-MAZE-ing Games)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 4th, 2008
Simon Kenton Councilâs Buckeye District roundtable packet for January 2009 ( A-MAZE-ing Games ) is now on the SKC website. The Buckeye District puts together a very good roundtable packet each month, and it is posted on their website. It has games,... [more]
Scouts do a good turn for the Jeffco Action Center
Posted to Scouting News on December 4th, 2008
The Denver Boy Scouts live the principles of the Scout Oath and Law through community services and "helping other people at all times". The Scout slogan is to "Do a Good Turn Daily". As part of Good Turn Week in November, several Cub Scout Packs... [more]
Help the BSA
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 4th, 2008
Help The BSA This is not Friends of Scouting or asking for money, this is about honoring a group of scouts who gave selflessly to help those in need at Little Sioux Scout Ranch, where over this summer had a tornado tear through the camp. Belief Net... [more]
Boys' Life
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 4th, 2008
Video contest for Boys' Life showing that smoking stinks. The top winner will receive a high-definition camcorder and an all-expense-paid trip to the BSA high-adventure camp of his choice (Philmont Scout Ranch, Northern Tier, or Florida Sea Base)... [more]
2008 Report to the Nation
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 4th, 2008
Youth delegates present the BSA's annual Report to the Nation, highlighting the 2008 achievements of the BSA's values-based program... [more]
Not another patch...
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on December 3rd, 2008
Last night, I was at the Commish meeting, with the other Commishes, and we were talking more about this and that, the re-charter process, and a few words from the Council Scout Executive, who has been making his rounds to the different districts in... [more]
Scouts from Southeast Wisconsin Council Participate in Disaster Drill
Posted to Scouting News on December 3rd, 2008
Troop 385 participated in a disaster exercise with Paris Fire Department on Wednesday, November 19, 2008. The premise for the exercise was that a set of bleachers collapsed and a mass casualty situation was setup. Over 40 patients and many of the... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Athletics
Posted to ScoutSigns on December 3rd, 2008
One of the strongest American passions is sports. Exercise, games, magazines, blogs, websites, television and more feed this driving need. And when that isn't enough, we invent sports like "professional" wrestling and roller-derby. We are also a... [more]
Backpacking Tip of the Week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 3rd, 2008
Staying with the theme of Winter Backpacking or Camping this week we are going to discuss the camp site. One of the biggest challenges in a cold weather environment is Wind. It is one thing, like rain or driving snow that you can not change. You... [more]
Top 10 November 2008 Posts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 3rd, 2008
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for November (other than those solely about monthly theme items): 7 Cub Scout Retention Tips Webelos Activity Badge Worksheets 3 Things Cub Families Want 2008-09 Tiger Cub and Cub Scout Advancement Plan Cub... [more]
Win a Copy of We Are Americans, We Are Scouts
Posted to Scouting News on December 3rd, 2008
Yesterday, we introduced readers to a new book titled, We Are Americans, We Are Scouts from Red Honor Press. "Every Boy Scout should read this collection of Theodore Roosevelt's thoughts." -Ross Perot, Chairman Emeritus, Perot Systems "I truly wish... [more]
Once again, it's time...
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on December 3rd, 2008
Time for re-chartering that is...A necessary evil of scouting, and while doing it may be daunting, it must be done. I say necessary evil, as it involves paperwork, and scouting shouldn't be about paperwork, it should be about camping and hiking and... [more]
AKD Acquires Licensing Rights for Boy Scouts of America
Posted to Scouting News on December 3rd, 2008
AKD announces the recent acquisition of licensing rights for the Boy Scouts of America. President of AKD, Greg Shafer, states, "We are extremely pleased to have acquired the licensing rights for such a prestigious and well-respected organization as... [more]
New KNOTS Cartoon Added for December
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 3rd, 2008
This month's KNOTS cartoon looks at the WEBELOS visit to a Boy Scout Troop! It's a very exciting transition which can be greatly influenced by the Boy Scouts they meet. Enjoy! Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at... [more]
Mid-Iowa Council Announces New Scout Executive
Posted to Scouting News on December 3rd, 2008
Mid-Iowa Council President, Robert S. DeWaay, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert E. Hopper to the position of Scout Executive for the Mid-Iowa Council in Des Moines, Iowa. Bobâs Scouting career began in 1978 as District Executive in... [more]
Ten Practices for Retaining Older Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 3rd, 2008
Put a few Scoutmasters in a room and eventually the talk will turn to retaining older boys. They will speak ruefully of how they are loosing their older Scouts to car keys and girl friends, how Troops struggle to keep them interested and involved... [more]
Happiness
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 3rd, 2008
âThe most worth-while thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others.â- Lord Robert S.S. Baden Powell of Gilwell, founder of Scouting. As you prepare for Christmas, give thanks for everything you have and the privileges you have just... [more]
February Cubcast
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 3rd, 2008
Get some great tips in the February Cubcast for implementing next month's Cub Scout theme, "When I Grow Up." And release your inner singer, as we visit with an experienced music educator and Scouter about song... [more]
March Cubcast
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 3rd, 2008
Get some T-Rex tips by listening to this month's Cubcast, as we explore April's theme, Jurassic Pack. Plus, hear compelling insights on working with special needs Scouts. We'll catch you on the download!... [more]
February Cubcast
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 3rd, 2008
Get some great tips in the February Cubcast for implementing next month's Cub Scout theme, "When I Grow Up." And release your inner singer, as we visit with an experienced music educator and Scouter about song leading... [more]
March Cubcast
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 3rd, 2008
Get some T-Rex tips by listening to this month's Cubcast, as we explore April's theme, Jurassic Pack. Plus, hear compelling insights on working with special needs Scouts. We'll catch you on the download!... [more]
Scouting For Adventure
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 2nd, 2008
Season One of the Outdoor Channel television show is now available on DVD. Join Boysâ Life and the Boy Scouts of America on journeys to Americaâs hotspots for high adventure... [more]
A-Maze-ing Games
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 2nd, 2008
Januaryâs Cub Scout theme is A-Maze-Ing Games, and we have tons of great ideas for how to implement that theme. Then weâll talk with an expert on the important subject of childhood obesity, and how Cub Scouting helps combat this alarming trend... [more]
December 2008 Balooâs Bugle - January (A-MAZE-ing Games) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 2nd, 2008
The December 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 January 2009 monthly theme ( A-MAZE-ing Games ) ... [more]
We Are Americans, We Are Scouts
Posted to Scouting News on December 2nd, 2008
Red Honor Press has done it again with their latest title, We Are Americans, We Are Scouts . David C. Scott has found and highlighted the words of Theodore Roosevelt that resonate with everything the Scouting movement stands for. Official Book... [more]
My toolbelt
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on December 2nd, 2008
I don't really wear a toolbelt, although I do have a tool box...obviously, full of tools. I go back to a post from Jerry, about guns and knives and that got me to thinkin'... What are some of my favorite tools? I have a hammer and a screwdriver,... [more]
Retention Plan in Action
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 2nd, 2008
Too often we see scouts lose interest in the BSA. In working with our troop, the adult leaders watched meetings to isolate areas that could be improved. Identifying the 2nd year scouts who haven't reached 1st Class, and the 15+ year old group who... [more]
Moosejaw
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 2nd, 2008
The new Moosejaw catalog arrived today. Moosejaw is an outdoor clothing/gear company, something like REI, LL Bean, Patagonia, and friends. But, they are the FUNNIEST guys around! You really should go to the Moosejaw website and sign up for their... [more]
An Hour A Week? #164
Posted to An Hour A Week? on December 2nd, 2008
Show #164-In The City We start talking about the Blue & Gold process, and discuss what to do in the next 3 weeks before Christmas vacations. Tonightâs show sponsored by ScoutData... [more]
The Boy Scout Statue in Japan
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 2nd, 2008
A friend of mine sent me a story about a Japanese soldier and an American soldier meeting on the battlefield during World War II. The story takes quite a turn when they discover each had been a Boy Scout as a youth. Here is the story as it was sent... [more]
Season One of âScouting for Adventureâ on DVD Now
Posted to Scouting News on December 2nd, 2008
You may remember hearing back in May that Boys Life and the Outdoor Channel were teaming together to produce Scouting for Adventure . Scouting for Adventure is an original series based on the Boy Scouts of America and their flagship magazine, Boys'... [more]
WOSM- Interamerican Scout Region- Scout Conferences
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 2nd, 2008
Interamerican Regional Scout Conferences Dates and Locations First IA Scout Conference: Location- Bogota, Colombia Date- May 27 to June 2 1946 Second IA Scout Coference: Location- Mexico City, Mexico Date- May 3 to 8 1948 Third IA Scout Conference:... [more]
WOSM- Interamerican Scout Region- Regional Events
Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 2nd, 2008
Region Events and Jamborees There are two regional Jamborees that occur every couple of years. These two jamborees are the Pan-American Jamboree which is primarily for Central and South America and then the Caribbean Jamboree which is for Scouts in... [more]
Scouting Alumni
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 2nd, 2008
If you are - or have been - active in Scouting, we invite you to reconnect. Join us as we prepare to celebrate our biggest yet, our 100th Anniversary... [more]
Scouting Alumni
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 2nd, 2008
If you are - or have been - active in Scouting, we invite you to reconnect. Join us as we prepare to celebrate our biggest yet, our 100th Anniversary... [more]
Scouting Alumni
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 2nd, 2008
If you are - or have been - active in Scouting, we invite you to reconnect. Join us as we prepare to celebrate our biggest yet, our 100th... [more]
Game Backpack
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 1st, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! Here's a tip I learned at our council's 2005 Pow Wow, that I wanted to pass along. One of the areas I've struggled with is games, so I took the Pow Wow class on games to help me with... [more]
Some words from the Commish...
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on December 1st, 2008
Writing about another topic...NOW is the time of year to be joyous, and be kind to your fellow man...Phooey!! You want to wait all year to be good to your fellow man? If you need a certain time of year to come around to be nice, then save it...the... [more]
A-Maze-ing Games, Childhood Obesity
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on December 1st, 2008
January's Cub Scout theme is A-Maze-Ing Games, and we have tons of great ideas for how to implement that theme. Then we'll talk with an expert on the important subject of childhood obesity, and how Cub Scouting helps combat this alarming... [more]
Cub Scouting 101: How-To Book
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 1st, 2008
The Official BSA Cub Scout Leader How-To Book is a great resource. It has over 230 loose-leaf 3-hole punched pages of ideas for den and pack activities including crafts, games, nature activities, recipes, songs, skits, and more . It also has... [more]
ArrowCorps5
Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 1st, 2008
ArrowCorps5 provided a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for nearly 5,000 Scouts to set an example of leadership in service to those who treasure our national forests, resulting in $5 million dollars of improvements to 5 national... [more]
MSPP #56: Words of Eagle Scout Mike Schwieters
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on November 30th, 2008
As a scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 68, I have seen seventeen young men earn the Boy Scouts of America's highest award, the rank of Eagle Scout. During most of the Eagle courts of honor, the new Eagle Scout will at some point stand up before the... [more]
Trail Cooking Videos
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on November 30th, 2008
Trailcooking.com (an expansion to Freezerbagcooking.com ) has a number of step-by-step videos that demonstrate recipes featured on their site and in their book Freezer Bag Cooking . Freezer bag cooking is great for Scouts. It is inexpensive,... [more]
Christmas is early...
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on November 30th, 2008
Yup, having Christmas at my mother's today. You see, my baby sister, well, in age...she's 25, is home for a brief time. This would be the first Christmas that she will have been home in about 5 years. She is a traveler...and only comes home for a... [more]
Scout Skills: Social Skills
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on November 30th, 2008
It is time once again for ten questions from the Scout Trivia book. This week's topic in "Social Skills". Keep in mind that these questions are based on the 1984 Boy Scout Handbook so you may find a question not covered in the current book... [more]
Scout Trivia: Social Skills
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on November 30th, 2008
It is time once again for ten questions from the Scout Trivia book. This week's topic in "Social Skills". Keep in mind that these questions are based on the 1984 Boy Scout Handbook so you may find a question not covered in the current book... [more]
So Lucky to be an American
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on November 30th, 2008
I could not have said it better. This is Baxter Black, my kinda guy... Just a guy in love with America just like me. Enjoy! Learn more about Mr. Black at his website. www.baxterblack.com And for those of you that love the pork as much as I... here... [more]
Weekly FAQs for Troop 483
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on November 30th, 2008
CROSSING OVER How many troops should cub scouts visit before making a choice? All troops are not the same and this is a great thing. Scouts are not the same either. What is a good fit for one boy in a den might be a horrible fit for another. A... [more]
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