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Ask Andy
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on September 29th, 2009
New column! September 28th is now up and online! Some new questions, some variations on old themes. Enjoy! Andy Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
A small yet noteworthy change to our item stats link serving
Posted to Woggleknot.com on September 29th, 2009
FeedBurner has been busy analyzing, publicizing, optimizing and monetizing your feeds since 2004, and in that time, we've seen our fair share of feed traffic. In fact, we see billions of hits from feed traffic per week, and we watch this data... [more]
A Rambling Wreck, A Hot Mess, A Joy to Behold
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 29th, 2009
One would rarely call my Troop a well oiled machine or a model of efficiency. That's the principle reason I love it so. A dear friend who was a very successful artist worked out of a studio that was best described as a hot mess. Not just... [more]
What a Weekend: Utah's 911 Emergency Cub Scout Day Camp
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 29th, 2009
One Saturday last month, a Utah Highway Patrol helicopter began circling overhead and then descended into a large field. About 300 people had gathered, but they weren't onlookers craning their necks to see an overturned SUV. They were Cub Scouts... [more]
Burning flags...not
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 29th, 2009
From time to time, we receive American flags that are sufficiently worn or damaged and require proper retirement. The most common form of flag retirement (and the only one our Scouts use) is by fire. Which leads to the inevitable "flag burning"... [more]
Scouting Movie - 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on September 29th, 2009
The following invitation was shared on Scouts-L. We are presenting it here for broader distribution. Hello everyone, Some of you are aware of the documentary called "759: Boy Scouts of Harlem." I would like to invite you to a special screening... [more]
Nothing But Nets Partnership Video
Posted to Scouting News on September 29th, 2009
At the end of August, we informed readers about a partnership between Nothing But Nets and the BSA , now you can see a video that explains the partnership. The UN Foundation's "Nothing But Nets" Program announced that the Boy Scouts of America has... [more]
Scout Podcast Number 5
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 28th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Along with all-to brief visit from Homer, in my fifth Scouting podcast I discuss: Feedback from previous podcasts Favorite Cub Scout memory ââ¬â Climbing a volcano Camping tip ââ¬â How to pack your car for a Cub campout... [more]
Podcast 5
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on September 28th, 2009
Along with all-to brief visit from Homer, in my fifth Scouting podcast I discuss: Feedback from previous podcasts Favorite Cub Scout memory ââ¬â Climbing a volcano Camping tip ââ¬â How to pack your car for a Cub campout Leader's tip ââ¬â... [more]
20 Questions
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 28th, 2009
An avid listener of the Scoutmaster minute Podcast wants behind the curtain. In a email, the listener asked me to do a show on questions. SOOOOO.. here we go... we are going to do 20 questions. ASK... whatever you want and I will answer them. Ask... [more]
Name That Council: September 25, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 28th, 2009
We practically gave you the answer to Friday's Name That Council challenge. The patch clued you in to the general geography of the place, but when we mentioned that it was a coastal council, our work was done. Google "coastal council," and the... [more]
BSA "Nothing but Nets" Partnership
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 28th, 2009
Saving lives. Serving the community. This is what makes us great. BSA-Nothing But Nets toolkit-- download it after you watch the clip. More on the BSA-Nothing But Nets relationship here ... [more]
Scouting with the iPod Touch - Pocket Universe & Daylight
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 28th, 2009
Pocket Universe is the best (and least expensive) of several astronomy applications I have purchased. Pocket Universe has a simple to use yet a rich set of features. The planetarium-like display features a clear horizon, something other... [more]
An Hour A Week? #196
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 28th, 2009
#196-Three Jolly Fishermen Our September Pack Meeting, Breakfast Cubs, training, tips for a new Cubmaster, large dens, Commissioner's College, accenting the positive, and a letter from National are on the show tonight. Links: Accent The Positive-... [more]
An Hour A Week? #196
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on September 28th, 2009
#196-Three Jolly Fishermen Our September Pack Meeting, Breakfast Cubs, training, tips for a new Cubmaster, large dens, Commissioner's College, accenting the positive, and a letter from National are on the show tonight. Links: Accent The Positive-... [more]
YAELSP
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 28th, 2009
Yet Another Eagle Leadership Service Project today. It was fixing up the playground at a local church. We've had a glut of projects this summer - actually 7 of them. The projects were at four different churches, a nature area, and two city parks... [more]
Update on Show 14
Posted to True North Scouting on September 28th, 2009
Sorry about that folks, I put the wrong link in the show notes, the title was correctly linked, you can listen HERE... [more]
Behind the Stereotypesâ¦
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 27th, 2009
The following was posted by Charlie Roper on his blog . I wanted to make a reply, but as it's limited to 140 characters, I thought I'd use my blog to put my own thoughts down. Every young person has had the experience. Whether it be the local shop... [more]
Memories Of The 1981: The Slideshow
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 27th, 2009
I am still having fun with my Flickr account. Travel back in time and watch this slide show of Boy Scout Troop 68 pictures from 1981. If you wish to see the pictures individually check out the photo gallery at... [more]
My demons are gone
Posted to True North Scouting on September 27th, 2009
As many of you know, I have had a rough time with the program, which way to turn, who I want to be within the whole scouting universe. I can now say, all that is behind me...I will talk about it more on an upcoming show. But for now, sitting here at... [more]
"Get Out!" 2009
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 26th, 2009
In 2008 I read about this joint Girl Scout/Cub Scout/Boy Scout recruiting event to be held in Meridian, Mississippi . Since I had become District Membership Chair , I thought having a similar recruiting event here would be an idea worth exploring... [more]
Blackhawk Helicopter
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
This is so cool! Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
Todd...
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
And on the 6th Day...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 26th, 2009
God created Foot ball. Yes fans its Saturday in the fall and time to settle in for football. As I laid out this season, which games I could not miss, the teams that have the best shot at a National title, and interesting story lines, I got caught... [more]
Todd....and a map
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
No more to say... Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
Climbing wall!
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
Jerry appreciates this on... Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
District Archery Competition
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 26th, 2009
I've just come back from helping out at the District's archery competition which 5 of our Scouts took part in. They all did very well and they came 4th out of 6 Troops. This is an improvement on last year as they were in last place! One of our... [more]
Kayaking!
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
SCUBA!
Posted to True North Scouting on September 26th, 2009
One word....SWEET! Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
Training Day
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 26th, 2009
Senior Patrol Leader elections were last week with an 8th grade Life scout taking the reins for the next 6 months. The troop elects a new SPL in Sept. and March - then a mad flurry of training occurs. It's pretty fun and the training of scouts is... [more]
New Tiger Cub Den Leaders
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 26th, 2009
Shannon Elam is a KISMIF.org guest blogger from West Liberty, Kentucky. He is District Vice Chairman of the Shawnee District, Blue Grass Council. It's that time of year again when new scouts are coming in, new dens are formed, and new den leaders... [more]
Chocolate Night
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 25th, 2009
It was a total coincidence that I happened to pop in to see the Beavers this evening and they were having a chocolate night! Honest!... [more]
Setting up the stage
Posted to True North Scouting on September 25th, 2009
For the night's activities... Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
Scout Camp!
Posted to True North Scouting on September 25th, 2009
My friend, Dave, is selling Scout Camp at the GLCJ.. Sent on the Sprintî Now Network from my BlackBerryî... [more]
Rocket To Scouting
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 25th, 2009
Bob, our Scenic District Executive, told me that he would be in town on Thursday for the school's Health and Wellness Fair. He had reserved a table during the three hour event to promote Scouting, which was a good idea. Membership in the local... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #21
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 25th, 2009
A blast of Autumn just rolled through our area. Hickory and walnut trees have turned and are dropping leaves at the slightest suggestion. Scouts are thinking about camping, backpacking and hiking (especially units that don't meet over the summer)... [more]
Name That Council: September 25, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 25th, 2009
Last week's patch didn't have any geographical features on it. But this week we're making things easier. Take one look at the patch and one fact becomes clear: It's a coastal council. We've taken off all text from the patch, so you'll have to rely... [more]
Two Thousands Scouts and Scouters Gather in Albany
Posted to Scouting News on September 25th, 2009
Over 2,000 Boy Scouts and their adult leaders from Twin Rivers Council, BSA will spend this weekend camping at the Corning Preserve to celebrate the 400th Anniversary of Henry Hudson's trip up the river that carries his name. The weekend Fall... [more]
Cub Scout Logo Stamps
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 25th, 2009
You can show what a fan of Cub Scouting you are with these Cub Scout logo stamps from Zazzle . They are $17.95 for a sheet of 20. Link . Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Merchandise... [more]
Scouting with the iPod Touch - iBird Explorer
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 25th, 2009
For years I always packed a portable CD player on car-camping trips with the Scouts (and on a couple of backpacking trips back in the dark ages when we carried 40-50 pound packs). IÃ listened to music as I went to sleep and again in the... [more]
True North Show 14
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 25th, 2009
This is my 3rd and final segment in my interview with Cliff Jacobsonââ¬Â¦.we talk more about gear and some of his great adventures. Joined once again by Scouting Radio's own Keith Westergaardââ¬Â¦ You can visit Cliff's site HERE and you can... [more]
Reusable Green Bag
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 25th, 2009
BSA Supply Group now has available a reusable bag for groceries or whatever. On one side it has the Outdoor Code and on the other it has the Boy Scout Law . And they are just $.99 each. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Merchandise... [more]
Reality Check
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 24th, 2009
If you are or have been a scoutmaster you may have had young boys in your troop that really look up to you. Everything you say is truth. Everything you do is amazing. You are their "Scouting Idol". They will follow you everywhere, do whatever you... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Bird Study
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 24th, 2009
We are fortunate to have an Audubon club in a nearby town. Each November, they have a multi-day event for the general public that includes hikes, vendors, several talks, and a great session with live birds (last year's was about raptors). They also... [more]
Baltimore Area Council Marketing Scouting to the Community
Posted to Scouting News on September 24th, 2009
This fall the Baltimore Area Council is receiving some great media coverage through several generous local media outlets who are underwriting publicity efforts. Print Ads from our membership drive campaign "Words to Live By" and " BeAScout " will... [more]
Lending Web Space â" Scouts Help School!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 24th, 2009
In the school where I work, we have a diary system which is a web based one. All members of staff have access to it so they can record if they are going out, having visitors or record any other information that the members of staff might need to... [more]
Scouter Spotlight: Meet George Keene
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 24th, 2009
Some of the best Scouters do their work out of sight. This week, though, all eyes are on Dr. George T. Keene , district commissioner for the San Tan District in the Grand Canyon Council. He's also in charge of the National Youth Leadership... [more]
The Footprint Chronicles
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 24th, 2009
Patagonia makes some of the best outdoor clothing and gear available. I don't own much Patagonia because it is usually very expensive (and worth it). I buy Patagonia when I can justify the expense in part because they are an environmentally... [more]
True North Show 14
Posted to True North Scouting on September 24th, 2009
This is my 3rd and final segment in my interview with Cliff Jacobson....we talk more about gear and some of his great adventures. Joined once again by Scouting Radio's own Keith Westergaard... You can visit Cliff's site HERE and you can visit... [more]
Quote of the Week- Environment
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 24th, 2009
Quote of the WeekIf people want to change, they will. If they don't want to, it's hard to make them do so. The current interest in the environment is is itself fashionable. Giorgio Armani I think it is manmade. I think it's clearly manmade. If you... [more]
WSJ 2011 Promo VIdeo
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 24th, 2009
Here is a promotional video for the 2011 World Scout Jamboree. Yours in Scouting Service Mark W Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 1616 Great Alaska COuncil Eagle Scout OA Brotherhood Member NSJ '05 WSJ '07 '11 Philmont AA '08... [more]
WSJ 2011 Twitter
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 24th, 2009
The Sweden Jamboree Organizing committee is not on twitter, so follow their twitter updates on a daily basis to help keep you up to date. Here is the link the the twitter site: 2011 WSJ twitter Yours in Scouting Service Mark W Assistant Scoutmaster... [more]
Little Sioux Ranch
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 24th, 2009
Here is a story from popular mechanics about Surviving and facing disaster. It has a interesting scouting twist and I think that all scouts need to read it. Here is the link to the full article: Click here for full article. Here is the excerpt about... [more]
Say Thank You
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 23rd, 2009
The troop took a week-long trip this summer, having a great time exploring the Pacific Northwest. We ran into lots of different people, some just wanting to exchange money for a campsite and that's all, others enjoying life and sharing their little... [more]
11th Annual AT&T Golf Classic Raises More Than $325,000 for Orange County Council
Posted to Scouting News on September 23rd, 2009
The company with the nation's fastest 3G network is not only improving wireless coverage in Orange County but is also helping to provide opportunities for Orange County's youth. AT&T* announced today a donation of more than $325,000 to the... [more]
Creating a Tiger Time Capsule
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 23rd, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, If you are a Tiger leader, you are taking on your first steps on a truly wonderful adventure. Your boys will be in the same den until sometime towards the end of the 5th grade (the exact time in the year depends on when your... [more]
Mountain Hardwear Koa 55 review
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 23rd, 2009
Here is a quick review of my new Pack. The Mountain Hardwear Koa 55. Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
What a Weekend: Troop 229's Texas adventure (Part 3 of 3)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 23rd, 2009
Over the past two Wednesdays, we've taken you along as Troop 229 made an 11-day road trip from Winamac, Ind., to Texas. (If you missed it, read Part 1 Ã and Part 2 Ã before continuing.) Well, the troop's leaders have spent some time... [more]
The President's Volunteer Service Award
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 23rd, 2009
T h e President's Council on Service and Civic Participation (the Council) was established in 2003 to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers are making in our communities and encourage more people to serve. The Council created the... [more]
An Hour A Week? #195
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 22nd, 2009
#195-I'm A Nut A review of our roundtable and roundtable training are on tap for tonight. Links: Camper Hat-... [more]
An Hour A Week? #195
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on September 22nd, 2009
#195-I'm A Nut A review of our roundtable and roundtable training are on tap for tonight. Links: Camper Hat-... [more]
Jan Amos Commenius
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 22nd, 2009
Boys ever delight in being occupied in something for the youthful blood does not allow them to be at rest. Now as this is very useful, it ought not to be restrained, but provision made that they may always have something to do. Let them be like... [more]
Follow us on Twitter
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 22nd, 2009
We're excited to announce that Cracker Barrel has officially joined the rest of the world. Yeah, we've created a Twitter account. If you're already on Twitter, just follow @cbblog. If not, click here à to get to our page and for instructions... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #9
Posted to Around The Scouting Campfire Podcast on September 22nd, 2009
Around The Scouting Campfire #9: Trekking Among The Stars Has your troop, patrol, or den ever had to develop a new skit or patrol for a campfire program? The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 created several new ones over the decades, mainly in the... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #9
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 22nd, 2009
Has your troop, patrol, or den ever had to develop a new skit or patrol for a campfire program? The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 created several new ones over the decades, mainly in the 1980's and 1990's. The Scouts would take a song, chance the... [more]
Boy Scouts Help Local Board of Education Open Meetings
Posted to Scouting News on September 22nd, 2009
"It is a great privilege for our Board to be able to have local Scouts lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance," Board President Ned Carey said. "Their presence not only instills a great source of pride, but it reminds us that we do what we do because... [more]
NSJ 2010 Bulletin
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 21st, 2009
September-October 2009 COUNCIL CHECKLIST: WHERE DO YOU STAND? Should Already Be Done Second national fee paid by July 31. Confirmed transportation and tour arrangements. Finalized council fee and payment schedule. Designed council shoulder... [more]
Name That Council: September 18, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 21st, 2009
If you had a tough time figuring out Friday's patch, we understand. It has a great design and looks slick on a Scout uniform, but it lacks any obvious clues about the council's location. If you looked closely, though, you might have seen the No... [more]
Scout Centennial "Year of Celebration" Patch
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 21st, 2009
Tony Hooker is a KISMIF.org guest blogger from Concord, North Carolina. He is a Wolf Den Leader in the Central North Carolina Council and is a first-year Cub Scouter. A new patch is available from BSA National, celebrating the 100 year anniversary... [more]
Amok Time
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 21st, 2009
Scoutmasters see a lot of adolescent angst in our role as Scouters and parents. We need all the help we can get You may recall the episode of the original Star Trek series entitled 'Amok Time'. It occurs to me that the story line has... [more]
A testament of Character
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 21st, 2009
" Losing a game is heartbreaking. Losing your sense of excellence or worth is a tragedy." - Joe Paterno I am a self proclaimed Football freak. I love to watch Football, especially when my son is on the field. This weekend I was blessed with watching... [more]
Cub Scout Buckets
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 21st, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, If you are looking for a fun and useful craft for your den, consider making a Scout bucket. You can use the bucket to store craft supplies, snacks, their Scout book, some basic tools, and anything you want to send home. And... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Show #41
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on September 20th, 2009
In this Show we talk about the annual plan and setting your unit up for a Fantastic year of Scouting! Some of the resources talked about in this show are the Troop Program resource books available at your local Scout shop or at Scout stuff online ... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, 9/20
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 20th, 2009
This week's video is another one from the BSA's commercials that emphasize the points of the scout law. This one is about the socut law helpful. Old lady's will never cross the road the same again. Enjoy!... [more]
A Word About Our Sponsor
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 20th, 2009
Today, Troop 483's largest supporter, the Houston Cy-Fair Lions presented the 10th Annual Lions Biking for Sight Century Bike Ride. The ride began at 8 AM at the Montgomery Athletic Complex. The riders cycled through some of the most beautiful... [more]
Something Wonderful This Way Comes
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on September 20th, 2009
The Voyageur District will have the opportunity to host a wonderful speaker on camping, canoeing, and other great outdoor adventures at the upcoming November roundtable. Cliff Jacobson is the best person I know to talk about equipment, the... [more]
Buckeye October 2009 Packet (Jungle Safari)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 20th, 2009
Simon Kenton Council's Buckeye District roundtable packet for October 2009 is available at their website . The Buckeye District assembles a great roundtable packet each month. This one has games, cooking ideas, crafts, songs, skits, ceremonies ,... [more]
Cool Centennial Item
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 19th, 2009
A relative o' mine sent me somethin' very interestin' related t' th' BSA's Centennial, to be sure. It's a BSA One Hundredth anniversary bill. These bills have a picture o' Baden Powell on th' front and th' scout oath and law on th' back. These are... [more]
Happy National Pirate Day!
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 19th, 2009
Ahoy, Mateys! As ye may or may not now today is national talk like a pirate day, ye scurvey dog! This is a very fun holiday that ye can share with yer scouts and everyone else ye know. So make sure t' talk like a pirate today or ye may find... [more]
Cub's Doing Their Own Video
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 19th, 2009
In the summer the Cubs wrote and starred in their own video for the Creative Challenge badge. They did it in the style of a news programme. I was a little delayed in being put together, but I got it on Thursday and put it on YouTube today, so... [more]
Phew, Busy Night!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 18th, 2009
This evening, I've been to the Beavers to talk to the parents about the forthcoming sleepover and also the family camp we're doing next year. They were all very interested, asked a lot of questions and the majority went away with Criminal Record... [more]
True North Show 13
Posted to True North Scouting on September 18th, 2009
This is the second part of 3 in my interview with renowned outdoorsman, Cliff Jacobson. Keith picks up the questioning, asking about the UK Scouts and knives.... You can visit Cliff's site HERE and you can visit Keith's site HERE Click HERE to... [more]
True North Show 13
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 18th, 2009
This is the second part of 3 in my interview with renowned outdoorsman, Cliff Jacobson. Keith picks up the questioning, asking about the UK Scouts and knivesââ¬Â¦. You can visit Cliff's site HERE and you can visit Keith's site HERE Click HERE to... [more]
Name That Council: September 18, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 18th, 2009
This week's challenge features a patch that is more form than function. The strip is a true work of art that oozes Scout spirit, but it's somewhat short on clues for Cracker Barrelites trying to Name That Council. There is one clue that might help... [more]
New from the Scoutmaster Minute
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 18th, 2009
I have started a new Mini Podcast. These podcasts will be tips, recipes, and Scoutmaster Shorts. This podcast is not replacing the Scoutmaster Minute Podcast, but a way that I can get short tips and stuff out for people to enjoy. So far the feed... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Tips â" Taco Salad Rice
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 18th, 2009
This tip is one of the winning recipes from the Scoutmaster Minute Trail Stop contest. It is called Taco Salad Rice and it is sure to satisfy on the trail.. or even at home! Enjoy! Have a Great Scouting Day! Join the forum discussion on this post... [more]
BSA Green Bag
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 17th, 2009
The Scout Shop has another new item I'm compelled to mention. For just $.99, the BSA Green Bag gives you a handy recyclable carrier made of recycled materials. I can hardly wait to see if it sparks any conversations at the check-out buying... [more]
Learn from the Handbook: Count on It
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 17th, 2009
Let's say you're on the trail when you see a distant lightning strike. Or you're at your son's soccer game when thunder rumbles in the distance. Is it safe to continue? Knowing how far away a storm is and whether it is coming toward you or drifting... [more]
2010 OA Service Grant Applications Due October 31st
Posted to Scouting News on September 17th, 2009
For several years, the National Order of the Arrow Committee has provided matching service award grants for a limited number of projects submitted by application to the national office. Matching grant money is given to lodges for camp or service... [more]
October 2009 (Jungle Safari) Program Helps
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 17th, 2009
The October ( Jungle Safari ) Program Helps pages from BSA National are available (free) for download. Cub Scout Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities, and more for pack meetings and activities and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear... [more]
Scout Podcast Number 4
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 17th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Hoping to not be accused of being "The Jerk", in my fourth Scouting podcast I discuss: Feedback from previous podcasts Favorite Cub Scout memory ââ¬â A special-needs Scout that was once in our pack Camping tip ââ¬â... [more]
Podcast 4
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on September 17th, 2009
Hoping to not be accused of being "The Jerk", in my fourth Scouting podcast I discuss: Feedback from previous podcasts Favorite Cub Scout memory ââ¬â A special-needs Scout that was once in our pack Camping tip ââ¬â Protecting your tent... [more]
Example? Character? Leadership?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 17th, 2009
In today's paper there was a disturbing article about 5 Coaches from a High School in Portland that seem to forgotten that they have a certain level of responsibility when it comes to their behavior. One of the men was the Basketball coach, it... [more]
The New Scout Year
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on September 17th, 2009
We are now currently underway in the 2009-2010 scouting year and boys talks and open houses are in full swing. Cub Packs and Troops are busy addressing questions from potential scout families and doing their best to highlight their unit in the best... [more]
Merit Badge Sash Pins
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 16th, 2009
Last year, my wife got me the world's most useless Christmas present - a BSA Branding Iron (which, if you read the page, has a warning that it is not intended for children under 3 years due to choking hazard, but no mention of burn hazard ???) But,... [more]
Green Bay Decking Supports Pennsylvania Boy Scout, VFW Park Project
Posted to Scouting News on September 16th, 2009
Green Bay Decking, LLC, The Composite Solutions Company, has joined local Springfield, Pennsylvania individuals, clubs, and businesses to help support the construction of a handicapped-accessible fishing pier at Stanley Snyder Wildlife Park... [more]
What a Weekend: Troop 229's Texas adventure (Part 2 of 3)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 16th, 2009
Last week we chronicled the first five days of Troop 229's journey from Winamac, Ind., to Texas. We took you along for for some adventures of the historic, culinary, and medical variety as the troop visited the NASA Space Center in Houston, ate... [more]
Cub Scout Salute â" Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 16th, 2009
The November 2009 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is " Cub Scout Salute ." Here is the official BSA theme description: "This month Cub Scouts salute those heroes who help keep us safe and secure each and every day. Can only adults be heroes? Heroes are... [more]
The New Scout Handbook
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 16th, 2009
I've had my copy of the 12th Edition of the new Scout Handbook for a couple of weeks now and I recently added the Scout Handbook to my Ipod touch. I have also looked over the website bsahandbook.org . As the way we use and manipulate... [more]
September 2009 (Cub Scout Pockets) Program Helps
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 16th, 2009
The September 2009 ( Cub Scout Pockets ) Program Helps pages from BSA National are available (free) for download. Cub Scout Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities, and more for pack meetings and activities and Tiger, Wolf,... [more]
Video: 2010 Philmont Staff Promotion
Posted to Scouting News on September 16th, 2009
Ever wonder what it is like working at Philmont? Check out this video by the National Council about the different opportunities at Philmont... [more]
The Troop's New Program
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 15th, 2009
The Patrol Leader Council planned it. The committee approved it. The parents and troop members were told about it, and liked it. The Boy Scout Troop 68 program for 2009-2010 is now official. The theme for September is campsite safety, with Totin... [more]
BSA PodCasts
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 15th, 2009
Yesterday, I was asked by a nice fellow in Irving to let you know about ScoutCast - a series of podcasts for Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Commissioners. The 'Value of Scouting' ones are very inspirational and interesting. The 2,000,000th Eagle from... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Tips
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on September 15th, 2009
We are trying some new stuff here at the Scoutmaster Minute. A couple short tips for you to enjoy. This tip is on Maps. Let me know if this is something I should keep doingââ¬Â¦ I really want to know. Leave some feed back here or on my blog at... [more]
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Elaine Francis
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 15th, 2009
Ready to meet another great Scouter who has given her time and effort to the program we love? This week, we're spotlighting Elaine Francis , a committee chairperson for Pack 75 and Troop 527 in the Detroit Area Council. Elaine is on the council's... [more]
Eagle Projects Aren't Unit Activities
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 15th, 2009
Here's an exchange from Ask Andy (an online column from a long-time Scouter and Unit Commissioner) about Eagle Projects. There's a couple of levels of information going on in this exchange. First of all Andy does a good job of clarifying... [more]
Scout's Backwoods Camp
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 14th, 2009
The Scouts have come back from a weekends camping at Consall with 12th Golden Hill Scouts. I couldn't go out for the full weekend, so I went to see them on the Saturday. Typically it was a lovely weekend and didn't rain once! The idea of the camp... [more]
Jungle Animal Kerchief Slides
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 14th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Since the theme for October is "Jungle Safari", what goes better with a jungle theme than jungle animal kerchief slides? You can make kerchief slides that you construct yourself, such as foam animals, or you can buy toy... [more]
Name That Council: September 11, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 14th, 2009
Hear that? That's the sweet sound of the ukulele, barely audible above the crashing surf outside your lanai. Imagining a scene this tranquil almost isn't fair on a Monday morning at the office, but it's not our fault. Friday's Name That Council... [more]
New Illowa Council Service Center Dedicated
Posted to Scouting News on September 14th, 2009
On September 11, 2009, Illowa Council held a building dedication and open house for their new Boy Scout service center. In addition to the open house, the Council encouraged Scouting Families, supporters, and community members to participate in an... [more]
Backpacking Gear Narratives
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 14th, 2009
Your Troop goes backpacking doesn't it? Backpacking is a definitive Scouting activity that requires stamina, skill, preparation yielding adventure and a great sense of accomplishment. What backpackers carry and why is a subject of endless... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast Show #40
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 14th, 2009
In this show Scoutmaster Jerry tackles a couple great topics. First, we talk about when Scouting Manifests itself in our Scouts. Then we talk about Podcasting and Social Media, we wrap it up with where the heck has Scoutmaster Jerry been? For... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Show #40
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on September 14th, 2009
In this show Scoutmaster Jerry tackles a couple great topics. First, we talk about when Scouting Manifests itself in our Scouts. Then we talk about Podcasting and Social Media, we wrap it up with where the heck has Scoutmaster Jerry been? For... [more]
I wanna Hero...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 14th, 2009
I consider myself pretty lucky. I received an email today from the mother of one of my Scouts. I appears that her son was to write an essay at School. She forwarded the essay to me. I would like to share it with you. HERO ESSAY by Ely In my... [more]
Trying out a new template
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 13th, 2009
Please tell me what you think of the new template. I think that after 1.5 years of blogging a new blog template was in order. I still have not decided to create my own template but sometime sooner rather than later I will work on creating a new... [more]
BSA Handbook Review
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 13th, 2009
I know that many different bloggers have already written about the new 12th edition of the BOy Scout Handbook but I would like to say a few things about the handbook. First off lets take about the organization of the handbook. The organization is... [more]
NSJ 2010 Bulletin
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 13th, 2009
June-July 2009 Bulletin Should Be Done: Start monthly committee meetings. Complete selection of troop leaders (include in monthly committee meetings). Confirm transportation and tour arrangements. Jamboree troop leaders promote and conduct district... [more]
WSJ 2011 Update 4
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 13th, 2009
Here is a update from the Boy Scouts of America, this information only pertains to Western Region. The Information came to me in a e-mail. The information was about interviews for staff and adult leadership for the Western Region. Here is the... [more]
Quote of the Week- LeadershipFaye Wattleton: The only safe ship in a storm is leadership.
Posted to Scouting Maniac on September 13th, 2009
Faye Wattleton: The only safe ship in a storm is leadership. James Callaghan: A leader must have the courage to act against an expert's advice. James Kouzes and Barry Posner: There's nothing more demoralizing than a leader who can't clearly... [more]
SHAC Venturing Training
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 13th, 2009
VLSC-VLST_registration_form.doc Sam Houston Area Council BSA is participating in a TWO Council-wide Venturing Training session. Venturing Leadership Skills Course (for youth) Venturing Leader Specific Training (for adults) When? Saturday, October... [more]
Man Versus Wild â" A Venturer?
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 13th, 2009
After watching a couple of episodes of Man Versus Wild, I couldn't resist looking to see if Bear Grylls had any scouting experience. To my shock, he did, and currently holds the position of Chief Scout in Britian. Not only was he was a Cub Scout,... [more]
Personalize Your Phone with a Coveroo
Posted to Scouting News on September 13th, 2009
Coveroo has become an official Boy Scouts of America licensee. They offer consumers the ability to personalize their phones and other devices with a licenesed BSA logo, or one of over 1,000 of their other designs, or a custom design. What is a... [more]
Free Troop Groceries
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 13th, 2009
Well, here's something that would sure be interesting. What if your troop got $5,200 worth of free groceries next year? Check out New World Pasta's contest . Of course, you could just keep it yourself, but wouldn't it be cool to see what the scouts... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, 9/12
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 13th, 2009
This week's video is another commercial that was made by the BSA to feature the points of the scout law in a comical way, this video features the scout law Trustworthy. Enjoy!... [more]
What A Wonderful World, The BSA Way
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 12th, 2009
I recently saw this video posted at the Scouting News blog and felt I had to share it with all of you. According to the Youtube site: D oug "Satchmo" Stone performs his unique Boy Scouts themed take on Louis Armstrong's classic "What a Wonderful... [more]
Promoting Good Den Behavior
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 12th, 2009
William Hooker is a KISMIF.org guest blogger from Concord, North Carolina. He is a Wolf Den Leader in the Central North Carolina Council and is a first-year Cub Scouter. One of the challenges for any den leader is encouraging good behavior among... [more]
Ambitious Eagle Project
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 12th, 2009
The Eagle Project is one of the biggest challenges to attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. For many Scouts it is probably the first time they have ever had to plan, prepare, and conduct such an activity. Dozens, even... [more]
Disheveled, But Still Kicking
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 12th, 2009
Our troop met with a shock a few weeks ago. We met as usual at our charter church, only to find out that it was going to be renovatedââ¬Â¦ beginning in two days. It meant a couple of things to our troop. Most immediate, we needed to find... [more]
Lionel to Introduce BSA 100th Anniversary Collector Train Set and Boxcar
Posted to Scouting News on September 11th, 2009
Lionel, a leading manufacturer of electronic model train sets and accessories, is set to introduce an 0-8-0 Steam Freight Collectors Set commemorating the Boy Scouts of America 100th Anniversary. This first time offering incorporates the Boy... [more]
Baloo's Bugle â" October 2009 (Jungle Safari) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 11th, 2009
Baloo's Bugle is a cool monthly unofficial publication with games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings. This one covers the October " Jungle Safari " theme. For Webelos Scout den meetings, this Bugle... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #20
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 11th, 2009
Wow, 20 is a milestone. Translation : a couple of hundred links have been sent your way to encourage your Scouting experience. Videos, blogs, podcasts, merit badges, manuals, forms, awards, fun activities and more have all been sent your way. If... [more]
An Honored Veteran
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 11th, 2009
On our last Backpacking Trip we took along with us some honored Veterans. They had served their country with honor and dignity for years and it was fitting to take them on this last adventure for their retirement. The Scouts built a really nice... [more]
Name That Council: September 11, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 11th, 2009
OK, we admit that this week's Name That Council quiz is pretty easy. It basically amounts to this question: Which U.S. state is made up of a series of islands? They can't all be head-scratchers. If you know that name of the council that wears the... [more]
Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast #73
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 11th, 2009
In the previous post to A Scoutmaster's Blog, I wrote about the local American Legion's Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, and the Boy Scouts' participation in the ceremony. Mel-TV, our local community television access station, was on... [more]
MSPP #73: Flag Disposal Ceremony
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 11th, 2009
In the previous post to A Scoutmaster's Blog , I wrote about the local American Legion's C eremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, and the Boy Scouts' participation in the ceremony. Mel-TV, our local community television access station, was on... [more]
Back to School
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 11th, 2009
Well today yesterday tues. was the first day of my sophomore year. (as you can see by the strikeout's it took me awhile to get this post written because of back-to-school things) With the start of the school year that means that for me troop... [more]
A Caution About Advancement Charts
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 11th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Hopefully you are using a den advancement chart in your den meetings. They are a great way to show the progress of the boys towards their rank, and show off how many electives the boys earn. I used them in my two dens to... [more]
Extraordinary Eagle Project
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 11th, 2009
Life Scout Alex Griffith was born in the Siberian region of Russia. As an Eagle project Alex chose to build a playground at the orphanage in Russia where his foster parents adopted him. 634 people who contributed time, expertise, material or money... [more]
Technical Difficulties With Our RSS Feed
Posted to Scouting News on September 11th, 2009
I just wanted to drop a quick line to everyone. We have had some technical difficulties with our RSS feed. Basically it was appearing invalid due to what I consider a coding error on a third party service. Anyway, I have fixed the one character of... [more]
Learn from the Handbook: Lessons Learned
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 10th, 2009
The new Boy Scout Handbook is great, but its title is somewhat misleading. It's not just useful for boys or Scouts-anyone can find a wealth of information inside. That's where our Learn from the Handbook series comes in. Each week we're bringing... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Basketry
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 9th, 2009
Basketry is one of the merit badges we often encourage new Scouts to do. Young hands seem to be able to pull this off, even though it means sitting for hours to accomplish the final. With only a few requirements, it is a great way to teach the... [more]
Flag Disposal Ceremony
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 9th, 2009
The Melrose Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts were recently invited to participate in a United Sates flag disposal ceremony by the local American Legion. Three of our six Boy Scouts were able to attend, along with one of the Girl Scouts. The ceremony... [more]
True North Show 12
Posted to True North Scouting on September 9th, 2009
I have 2 guests on this week's show, Cliff Jacobson and Keith Westergaard. We went very long, so I cut some of the show and saved a large portion for more upcoming shows. We had a great time, and Cliff is a great guyââ¬Â¦you all know about Keith,... [more]
As the Crow Flies
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 9th, 2009
Sister Crow describes herself as a long distance hiker, hermit, primitive cabin dweller, seeker. Her blog As the Crow Flies chronicles her months hiking the Pacific Crest and Appalachian Trails and life in her backwoods cabin. I have been following... [more]
Happy Belated Anniversary to you...
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 9th, 2009
Hard to believe, but the anniversary for the ScoutSigns blog has come and gone. It is almost the anniversary now of the Merit Badge of the Week program . The point was to provide a weekly resource devoted to helping Scouts earn, and Scouters to... [more]
What a Weekend: Troop 229's Texas adventure (Part 1 of 3)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 9th, 2009
If you're planning a trip to Texas, what should you see? For the boys of Troop 229 of Winamac, Ind., the answer was simple: everything! Twenty-one Scouts and 12 Scouters took off on the 11-day trip that sent the group through seven different... [more]
True North Show 12
Posted to True North Scouting on September 9th, 2009
I have 2 guests on this week's show, Cliff Jacobson and Keith Westergaard. We went very long, so I cut some of the show and saved a large portion for more upcoming shows. We had a great time, and Cliff is a great guy...you all know about Keith, so I... [more]
BSA Handbook app released for iPhone, iPod Touch
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 8th, 2009
You know those iPhone commercials where familiar life situations are made easier with the iPhone? For example: "If you're an avid baseball fan and want to catch a game-winning run, live, there's an app for that." Or: "If you need to find a cab in a... [more]
Jungle Safari â" Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 8th, 2009
The October 2009 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is " Jungle Safari ." Here is the official BSA theme description: "Help boys discover fun and adventure in the wilds of Scouting. Take them on a month-long safari . Learn why Africa is special to our founder... [more]
Scouting as Ecopsychotherapy
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 8th, 2009
Things that stand the test of time. like Scouting, begin with instinctive inspirations before they are explained scientifically. A growing field of psychotherapy recognizes the benefits derived from direct contact with the natural world... [more]
An Hour A Week? #194
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 8th, 2009
#194-With A Little Luck Thanks to everyone who showed up for a Monday night show! Cheap physicals, where to find trained cards, Fast Tracks for Bears, problem parents, popcorn money, a lack of volunteers and a ghost story suggestion are on for... [more]
An Hour A Week? #194
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on September 8th, 2009
#194-With A Little Luck Thanks to everyone who showed up for a Monday night show! Cheap physicals, where to find trained cards, Fast Tracks for Bears, problem parents, popcorn money, a lack of volunteers and a ghost story suggestion are on for... [more]
An Absolute Gem
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 8th, 2009
The Scouting News Blog posted a great video today. You need to check it out. Love it! Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
Video: What a Wonderful World â" BSA
Posted to Scouting News on September 8th, 2009
Not really news, but an awesome performance by Doug "Satchmo" Stone. He is performing his unique Boy Scout theme take on Louis Armstrong's classic "What a Wonderful World."... [more]
Scouts Banned From Using Knives!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 7th, 2009
No, not really! But if you read this article from Saturday's Daily Mail, you'd get that impression! I first heard of this story on Sunday morning, when one of my friends in the BSA retweeted another American chap's comment on the article. So I... [more]
When do I get results?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 7th, 2009
I was talking to a couple parents of Scouts in my Troop the other night when the discussion led to when they would see the results of Scouting in their sons? It made me think a little about just when Scouting manifests itself in our boys, or the... [more]
Behavior, Discipline, Consequences
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 7th, 2009
How does one control a group of Scout-aged boys? Boys are known as experts in mischief, subterfuge and misdirection. Physically they lack the gray matter required to make mature decisions. Rationality often looses out to the influence of... [more]
Name That Council: September 4, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 7th, 2009
Taken separately, the hodgepodge of regional items on Friday's Name That Council patch doesn't mean a whole lot. There's a menacing alligator on one side, and a flock of birds on the other-nothing out of the ordinary. But consider all of these... [more]
Barlow Trail Video
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 7th, 2009
Video of my last Backpacking Trip with the Troop. Great Weekend trip, had lots of fun. A fantastic weekend of Scouting! Have A Great Scouting Day!... [more]
Scouts and penknives
Posted to be.PREPARED on September 6th, 2009
The Daily Mail is, as usual, misrepresentating people. This time it has picked on the Scout Movement and is " reporting " as the fight against Britain's growing blade culture intensifies, Scouts have been told not to take penknives on camping... [more]
UK Scouts, Knives, Reportage, Objectivity, Reactivity, and Equanimity
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 6th, 2009
If one reads this story in Britain's Daily Mail they will get the idea thatà UK Scouts have adopted a hyper-reactive policy to what the Mail calls 'blade culture' that bans pocket knives. The story is followed with outraged... [more]
Memories Of The 1970's: The Slideshow
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 6th, 2009
I recently scanned the pictures I have as a Boy Scout of Melrose Troop 68 in the 1970's. Then I uploaded them to my Flickr account so that I could make a slideshow to share with you. The pictures are of Scout Sunday in 1975, my photo story for the... [more]
Back to School
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 6th, 2009
So, there's this school called Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering , or just Olin College, in Needham, MA. Ever hear of it? Me neither. But, it's a pretty cool place - actually really cool. It's just 70 acres with 5 buildings (including the two... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, Sept. 5
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 6th, 2009
Many of you have probably seen Scout Camp the Movie by now and for those who haven't you definitely should, it's great. With that said this video should remind you of all the fun times you hopefully had at camp this summer. Enjoy!... [more]
Sneak Peak at 2010 Jamboree SubCamp Logos
Posted to Scouting News on September 6th, 2009
The 2010 National Scout Jamboree Sub Camp Patches are designed to arrange a "100ââ¬Â³ in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. These patches along with other special Jamboree items will be available to order in a catalog... [more]
Gear Review â" GSI Personal Java Press
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on September 5th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, For my first ever gear review, I will look at the GSI Outdoors Personal Java Press. If you've listened to one of my recent podcasts, you will know that I'm fairly obsessed about coffee, maybe at an unhealthy level. As I'm... [more]
Happy Birthday Guiding!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 5th, 2009
Guiding is celebrating it's 100th birthday this weekend! I can't add any more than Chris has said on his blog , so please have a read. Happy Birthday to our sister organisation... [more]
A centenary of Guiding
Posted to be.PREPARED on September 5th, 2009
Scouting celebrated its centenary two years ago, and now it is Guiding's turn . Originally set up because Victorian morals would not allow boys and girls to be mixed in Scouting ââ¬â something which has now been corrected in the Scout... [more]
Abandoned Equipment
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 5th, 2009
The other weekend the VFestival was held at Weston Park which is quite close to where we are. At the end of the festival, various groups are invited to go onto the site to help clear up. They are allowed to keep any equipment they want or get it... [more]
The Old Favorites
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 5th, 2009
We're an awful lucky group when it comes to campfires. There's never a lack of enthusiasm for skits on Saturday night. Sometimes the enthusiasm isn't always accompanied by planned skits and a patrol will have a great time hitting and tackling each... [more]
Scout Hut Burgled and Vandalised
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on September 4th, 2009
In May this year it was very pleasing to hear that our friends from the 85th Stoke-on-Trent & Newcastle, Milton Scout Group opened their new Scout hut. They managed to raise well over £100,000 to pay for their new building and it's very... [more]
An Hour A Week? #193
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 4th, 2009
#193-We CAN Work It Out It's all about the new Cub Scouts 2010 program, covering the replacements for Program Helps, themes and other items. Links: Cub Scouts 2010- http://www.scouting.org/CubScouts%202010.aspx Tonight's show sponsored by Badge... [more]
An Hour A Week? #193
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on September 4th, 2009
#193-We CAN Work It Out It's all about the new Cub Scouts 2010 program, covering the replacements for Program Helps, themes and other items. Links: Cub Scouts 2010- http://www.scouting.org/CubScouts%202010.aspx Tonight's show sponsored by Badge... [more]
2010 National Jamboree Personalized Medical Forms Being Distributed
Posted to Scouting News on September 4th, 2009
Last month we informed you about the 2010 National Scout Jamboree personalized health forms being delayed . The personalized health records are now being distributed. Keep in mind, from the original delayed message, that the forms will take several... [more]
Are You Smarter Than A Boy Scout?
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 4th, 2009
I recently picked up the most recent issue of Backpacker magazine . As I started reading the cover I noticed a title right above the magazine title, " Are you smarter than a Boy Scout?" Of course I immediately found the article and began reading... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for October's Theme, Jungle Safari," is on-line an dready for Septemver RTs
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on September 4th, 2009
Lots of hints for Jungle Safari - games, openings, closings, ceremonies, jokes, and more Have everyone make rainsticks!!! Plenty of material for this traditional theme Make your October Pack Meeting really "SOCKO" or "BOFFO" Bill Smith, the RT Guy,... [more]
Labor Day
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 4th, 2009
The vital force of labor added materially to the highest standard of living and the greatest production the world has ever known and has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is... [more]
Name That Council: September 4, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 4th, 2009
You're sitting near a river about to cook some yellow liquid in a huge black kettle. You're sharing a view of the sunset-and an oil derrick-with a larger-than-life lobster when an alligator waddles up to ruin all of the fun. Sounds like a pretty... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #19
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 4th, 2009
A cool snap has struck just in time for Labor Day weekend, low 70's to begin the week. It can just as easily be in the 90's here this time of year. So camping is definitely on the mind. Definitely not mowing the lawn this weekend...;-) All across... [more]
In the Wild: photographs of Ropes and Poles projects
Posted to Ropes and Poles on September 4th, 2009
Most of the projects posted on Ropes and Poles have been tested in working conditions, mainly by my troop. Here are some photographs of projects that have featured here in the past. The large image above show the camp 'couch' designed by Scouts in... [more]
I love it!!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 4th, 2009
The readers and listeners of the Scoutmaster Minute are the greatest on Earth. I announced the winners of my first contest this morning. This evening I received 50 emails requesting the winning recipes.. I am going to be doing a segment on an... [more]
After Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 3rd, 2009
I was gone most of the past week driving 3000 miles from MN to MA and back. We took our oldest son, the Eagle Scout, to college (I'll post more about the amazing school later). And, I got to see how life is a bit different after scouts. I remember... [more]
AND THE WINNERS ARE....
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 3rd, 2009
Drum role please.... I have selected the winners of the First ever Scoutmaster Minute Tip and recipe contest. First of all, I must say thank you to everyone that submitted a tip or recipe. They were all really good tips and the recipes.. well, you... [more]
Cub Scouts 2010 Key Points
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 3rd, 2009
Here are some of the key points about the upcoming Cub Scouts 2010 program (which begins September 2010) based on the information in the FAQ and the Top Hands presentation : Traditional monthly themes are no more . Monthly themes will be based on... [more]
Learn from the Handbook: Head Above Water
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 3rd, 2009
On an airplane, you're reminded that your seat cushion can be used as a flotation device. But what if there's no Boeing 737 nearby to help you stay afloat in the water? How do you stay alive when stranded at sea? Need we say: Don't panic? Instead,... [more]
Leak-Proof Plastic Bottles for Backpacking
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 3rd, 2009
à Here's a great tip from Trail Divas I don't know about you, but I carry a few plastic bottles for things like sunscreen, alcohol (the fuel variety, of course) and various other sundries.à I learned the hard way a few years ago... [more]
A Century Of Values Tour
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 2nd, 2009
The Century Of Values Tour comes to the Central Minnesota Council today. If you have not heard about this you really should check out their website at http://www.acenturyofvalues.org/ I have been waiting for months for the RV and mural to arrive in... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Backpacking
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 2nd, 2009
One of my great pleasures in Scouting is backpacking . Our troop has segment-hiked 150+ miles of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O) over the last 3 years, one weekend at a time. I would like for us to do more of it, but we need to balance... [more]
To Blog.. or Not to Blog... that is the question?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 2nd, 2009
Not quite Shakespeare. . But it's all I had... Yesterday while listening to the radio at work the talk show host began a rant on Bloggers. Actually, he always rants on bloggers because he is a writer for the local fish wrapper and feels that... [more]
Ten Reasons To Be A Leader
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 2nd, 2009
Three 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]
Boy Scout Corn Maze Celebrates Scouting's 100th Anniversary
Posted to Scouting News on September 2nd, 2009
While I do not belive there is an actual contest for the most unique way to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, I do believe Sequoyah Council would win such a contest! Sequoyah Council partnered with Fender's Farm to... [more]
Diving into a great partnership
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 2nd, 2009
Add another name to the lengthy list of partners who help the BSA deliver a great program to America's youth: the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). The two organizations made the alliance official last month in a Memorandum of... [more]
Top 10 August 2009 Posts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 2nd, 2009
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for August 2009 (other than those solely about monthly theme items): 2009-2010 Program Helps Full Download New Cub Scout Belt Loops Coming 2009-2010 Program Helps No More Monthly Themes: Roundtable Planning... [more]
Sewing on Scout Patches
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 2nd, 2009
I picked up a new centennial uniform shirt this summer and have only just now put together all the patches and started sewing them on. The new unit numbers and square knots have a slick plastic backing that looks a lot like it could be ironed on. I... [more]
Memories of 1980: The Slideshow
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 1st, 2009
You may have read about my 1980 experiences in Boy Scout Troop 68 in previous blog postings. Today I present the pictures taken during that year. So sit back, chuckle a bit, and enjoy the show. Subscribe to "A Scoutmaster's Blog"... [more]
Jungle Safari
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on September 1st, 2009
Lions and tigers and bears are roaming in part 1 of the September 2009 Cubcast, as we talk with Jamie Niss Dunn about October's Jungle Safari theme. Get great ideas for how to implement the theme, work on advancement, and teach the core values of... [more]
A Year of Celebration Award Program Starts Today
Posted to Scouting News on September 1st, 2009
A Year of Celebration â A Century of Making a Difference officially kicks off today! A year of Celebration ââ¬â A Century of Making a Difference is an awards program specially developed for the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America for... [more]
Family Friends of Scouting
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on September 1st, 2009
Family Friends of Scouting is the annual fundraising effort by the Boy Scouts of America to help local councils succeed financially. In part 2 of the September Cubcast, we'll visit with Alex Behrend, district director for the Iron Horse District in... [more]
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Jim Lang
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on September 1st, 2009
The stars of a Broadway show get the credit. But the people working in the wings deserve a chunk of the praise. So this week we're pulling back the curtain to reveal someone who does his work behind the scenes so that the stars of Scouting-the... [more]
August's Top Tweets
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 1st, 2009
July was a busy month! Here were the top 10 since 31 JUL: 1. http://ow.ly/15LUo7 Weekend Patrol Box #18 164 Clicks 2. http://ow.ly/kQcK Excellent idea! Eagle Scout Parking Only sign.. (via @ LatterDay_Scout ) 103 Clicks 3. http://ow.ly/k0Gp New... [more]
$30 Physicals Available at Take Care Clinics
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on September 1st, 2009
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Start over.
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 1st, 2009
Start over. Powered by a href="http://www.dial2do.com" target="_new"img style="margin-bottom:-2px;border:none;" src="http://production0.assets.dial2do.com/images/dial2do_logo_n_small.png" alt="Dial2Do" title="Dial2Do" //a. a... [more]
.01 oz Insulated Cup Costs $.01
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on September 1st, 2009
Here's a video from Jason Klass at Gear Talk .Ã A really good way to shave several ounces from your pack. I'd add a lid and maybe wrap it in duct tape. Why did I not think of that?... [more]
Test.
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on September 1st, 2009
Test. Powered by a href="http://www.dial2do.com" target="_new"img style="margin-bottom:-2px;border:none;" src="http://production0.assets.dial2do.com/images/dial2do_logo_n_small.png" alt="Dial2Do" title="Dial2Do" //a. a... [more]
Mountain Walking and Being Prepared
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 31st, 2009
While we were on holiday, one item on the local news caught my eye. The Mountain Rescue Teams in the Lake District have been called out more times this year than last and the Keswick team (where coincidentally we were staying) had 70% more call... [more]
Contest Ends today.
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 31st, 2009
Today is the last chance to get your Tip or Recipe in... Act fast! Tomorrow I will start the final cut and come up with a winner (or two). A big thanks to all of you that have participated in this contest. I can tell you that it has been a lot of... [more]
Adventure Base 100
Posted to Scouting News on August 31st, 2009
Experience Scouting like never before with Adventure Base 100! Created specifically for the 100th Anniversary Celebration, Adventure Base 100 will be traveling the country to give people an exciting, hands-on view of the history and future of the... [more]
Name That Council: August 28, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 31st, 2009
Where can you go in the United States to find delicious crab cakes, an impressive harbor, and orioles-both kinds, with wings and with baseball gloves? If you know the answer to that, you probably knew the answer to Friday's Name That Council test... [more]
Texting - 2b or not 2b?
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 31st, 2009
Mark Bauerlein is a professor of English at Emory University. His latest book bears the unfortunate title The Dumbest Generation . I haven't read the book but based on the professor's recent opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal à ... [more]
Court of Honor Video
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 31st, 2009
This is the Video that I put together to celebrate a great week at Summer Camp with the Scouts of Troop 664. We had a great week and the video really shows the fun we had. Enjoy! Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
My Shiny Cup
Posted to True North Scouting on August 31st, 2009
I am a fan of things that are old, but just as much a fan of new. I like to see an axe that has been handed down through the ages, always sharp, always shiny, always having a great sheath to cover it. The smell of the leather, the shine of the axe... [more]
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