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Merit Badge Corner â" Photography

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 30th, 2009

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Cub Scouts help build 100th Anniversary float despite age limit

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 30th, 2009

Scouts have been solving problems for 100 years, and this time was no different. When they started to build their 100th Anniversary float for Friday's Tournament of Roses Parade, they ran into one small snag: an age limit. The rules state that... [more]

Recruiting Scouts

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 30th, 2009

We recruit Scouts from two general populations- 1. Webelos 2. Everybody else Webelos recruitment is simple to understand although it requires a fair amount of effort. Much has been written on Webelos transitions so I will not retrench the subject... [more]

Looking Ahead - Leadership Transitions

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 30th, 2009

Who are our key unit leaders for the next five years? Typical Scout units change key leaders every three to five years. Anyone in a leadership position, especially key positions, should have their eye on suitable replacements. Responsible outgoing... [more]

Den Chiefs

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 30th, 2009

In the PTC Media Forums the subject of Den Chiefs came up. There were some questions from a Cub Scout leader that was looking to have a Den Chief for her Den in the coming year. Here is my response: From a Scoutmasters perspective, Den Chiefs are a... [more]

Cold Weather Camp Card

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 30th, 2009

This is the Cold Weather Camping Fact sheet or help card that we use at my Troop. It is a nice tool for teaching cold weather camping to the Scouts. We find it helpful to the Scouts so they can use it as a reference sheet. We print them and laminate... [more]

Cold Camp Card

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on December 30th, 2009

This is the Cold Weather Camping fact card that my unit uses for training our Scouts for Cold weather adventures. Feel free to use it as you see fit. I have received a lot of requests for this so, I am glad to help. Have a Great Scouting Day! Join... [more]

December Campout 2009 Recap

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 29th, 2009

Two weekend's ago we held our troop's December camp-out. We decided to spend the weekend at a lean-to site at one of council's camps. We had planned to arrive on Friday night but the weather forecast was not very positive and when we called the... [more]

Looking Ahead - How Many?

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 29th, 2009

What is the minimum annual number of new members (youth and adult) to maintain our unit? Our Troop has hovered around thirty to thirty five Scouts for many years now. We maintain an active contingent of five or six uniformed adult leaders (ones... [more]

Happy Trails to you, until we meet again....

Posted to True North Scouting on December 29th, 2009

Hey all... It's time for me to take a break. I don't have any bad things that have happened, or nobody has done me any wrong [see last year]... I have to focus on my troop and, well, it's a necessary evil that my show and blog really get pushed to... [more]

Jesus Loves a Good System

Posted to A Cubbing Minute Podcast on December 29th, 2009

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True North Show 20

Posted to True North Scouting on December 29th, 2009

Life has taken over, and I must take a breakÃ¢â¬Â¦. Here is a brief message, I thought that I would tell you, instead of reading a forum postÃ¢â¬Â¦ Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share and Enjoy:... [more]

Cub Scout Cookie Good Turn

Posted to Scouting News on December 29th, 2009

The Register-Guard has a write in letter that made me proud to be associated with the Scouting program and proud to be a Soldier. The letter is from a Soldier, who while eating out, was treated to a cookie by a Cub Scout. Not only did the Cub... [more]

Coleman Gift Card Giveaway!

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 28th, 2009

If you are a camper like I am you have some Coleman equipment that you use regularly. If your Boy Scout troop is like mine, they also have some Coleman equipment in their trailer or shed. Coleman has been making camping gear used by Scouts for... [more]

Looking Ahead

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 28th, 2009

Scouting programs falter and sometimes fold because they don't answer these questions: 1. What is the minimum annual number of new members (youth and adult) to maintain our unit? 2. Who are our key unit leaders for the next five years? 3. How... [more]

Check out more photos of the BSA's Rose Parade float

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 28th, 2009

The excitement is building for the Rose Parade and the debut of the Boy Scouts of America float. Earlier this month, we presented a first look at the float's construction. Now, the finished product has been taken to the streets for a test run,... [more]

An Hour A Week? #208

Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on December 28th, 2009

#208-Ten Years Gone Not much to this show: mostly a personal year in review and a challenge to all of the listeners. Links: Baby Ensemble- http://bit.ly/4KsJuj At 100, Boy Scouts say they're still essential- http://bit.ly/648HMd Tonight's show... [more]

Scouting Video of the Week â" December 27, 2009

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 28th, 2009

This week's video is of the Camp staff at my council's camp singing the the Cedarlands song at the closing campfire. Enjoy!... [more]

Flashing Cup

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 28th, 2009

BSA Supply Group has this new flashing Cub Scout logo cup ($3.99 each). It could be a fun prize at a Blue and Gold Banquet . Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Merchandise... [more]

MSPP #78: A Century Of Values Open House P2

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 28th, 2009

This 78th post to the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast is the final of four videos featuring the open house held by the Central Minnesota Council on September 2, 2009, to celebrate the " A Century Of Values " tour. This video features other... [more]

Winter camping.. which Stove should I take?

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 27th, 2009

I think that as long as there are guys like me there will be debates on which is the best type of stove to take on backpacking trips. And as long as there are guys like me.. we will have each type of stove.. so we can meet our needs in the... [more]

Philmont 25 Years Ago

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 27th, 2009

As the year 2009 comes to an end, it suddenly dawned on me that this year was the 25th anniversary of my first trip to Philmont Scout Ranch. It was not a trip to partake in a twelve day trek, but to spend a week at the Philmont Training Center... [more]

Boy Scouts Of Harlem

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 27th, 2009

Earlier this year I heard about a new documentary about a Boy Scout troop from Harlem. The film followed four Boy Scouts from Troop 759 as they went to summer camp. The film centers on Keith, the newest Scout as he attends his first long week of... [more]

Correction to new Cub Scout Sports and Academics Loops and Pins

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 26th, 2009

The new belt loops and pins are now available from Scoutstuff.org (National Supply). Video Games is listed as a SPORT, not an Academics subject as previously reported, based on the listing on that web site. I've updated our site accordingly, and... [more]

Mayor Receives Distinguished Eagle Scout Award

Posted to From the Committee Chair on December 26th, 2009

Mayor Joe Frank of Newport News, an ardent supporter of Scouting and an Eagle Scout himself, has been awarded the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award. Details can be found here... [more]

Scouting Christmas

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 26th, 2009

Each year it gets harder and harder to find something new and exciting to share this time of year. Here is the song that I thought I would share. Tommy the Cub Scout Tune: Frosty Tommy, the Cub Scout Was a very happy boy. With a uniform of blue and... [more]

NSJ 2010 and Fitness

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 25th, 2009

This will be my second post on this subject but it is very sensitive to me, especially since for as long as I can remember I have always struggled to keep a healthy weight. This is two fold I have a big bone structure and the fat that I do not... [more]

Update and Merry Christmas

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 25th, 2009

Dear Loyal Readers and Visitors I just wanted to take some time to say Merry Christmas. Hope all is well for you and your family. I am spending christmas with my mom, sister, my sister's boyfriend, and his family, so I should have a excellent time... [more]

Winter Good Turns

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 25th, 2009

Now that the boys are older, Christmas morning doesn't come so fast around here so I'm just waiting for people to wake up while I check the weather. The big news around here is the snow and we're supposed to be visiting relatives soon, so I want to... [more]

Merit Badge Counselor Database for Districts and Councils.

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 25th, 2009

James Eager has supplied the USSSP with a new version of his Merit Badge Counselor Data Base. This is a ZIP file (approx 100 KB each), he developed for the Thunderbird District, Gulf Ridge Council, containing 3 files: (1) An empty Access Data Base,... [more]

Cub Scout Sports and Acadenics Belt Loops and Pins

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 25th, 2009

BSA has released the official requirements for the 13 new academics and sports belt loops and pins. We've updated our pages to reflect the changes, since our earlier posts had requirements based on earlier drafts. The 2009 Printing of the Cub Scout... [more]

Happy Christmas

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 24th, 2009

To everyone that comes by and reads and listens to what I have to say, I'd like to wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year!... [more]

Merry Christmas!

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 24th, 2009

And he said: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." ISAIAH 9:6 On this... [more]

Holiday Wishes

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 24th, 2009

Scouting is sharing goodwill, a celebration of potential and the recognition that our common effort far outweighs our differences. My heartfelt aspiration in this season of aspirations is that we all; as scouts, as citizens, as human beings, gain a... [more]

A very Merry Christmas

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 24th, 2009

I just wanted to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas. Christmas is such a special time of year for me and my family and I hope that this Christmas, even when times are tough, there is not enough bang in the buck, we are... [more]

Crossing Over...

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 23rd, 2009

Last weekend at our annual Lock In we had 33 Webelos show up with 74 members of the Troop. It is a recruiting tool and a way to give those Webelos an opportunity to see Scouts in action and help with the Arrow of Light. I gave a little... [more]

900 and Counting

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 23rd, 2009

Blogging and statistics; it's easy to get the cart before the horse. When I started this blog a little more than three years ago I was much more interested in statistics than I am now. Now I am reasonably sure that I have actual readers and am... [more]

The Life of a Custom T-shirt Order

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 23rd, 2009

So, you just placed an order for 200 custom designed t-shirts. What happens now? Missy, our friendly CSR Josie, hard at work Well, your order starts at Customer Service. One of the Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) take your order and first... [more]

Show #46- an Interview with Gregg

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 23rd, 2009

In Show 46 I have a great interview with an incedible Scouter. Most of you that follow scouting on the internet know of Halfeagle.com . Even more of you know of ClassB.com ... well meet the man behind the scenes in this interview. Learn more about... [more]

Scoutmaster Minute #46 â" Interview with Gregg Hilferding

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on December 23rd, 2009

Show 46 introduces our listeners to a great Scouter from an outstanding Scouting Family! Learn more about some of your favorite Scouting Sites Halfeagle.com , Class B.com , and Trailstop.com . Scoutmaster Jerry interviews Gregg Hilferding a great... [more]

Prophetic Writing

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 23rd, 2009

I was looking in my bookcase the other day and came across a book by a hero of mine that I'd forgotten I had. 'Great Contemporaries' by Winston S. Churchill is a series of essays he wrote in the late 1920's and early 1930's about famous people... [more]

PTC Media Christmas Show

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 22nd, 2009

Merry Christmas everyone! The hosts of the fine Scouting podcasts at PTC Media have put together a great Christmas show for you. Steve, Buttons, Chris, Jerry, Shawn, Shannon, Emily, Liberty, and Kris wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy... [more]

Happy Holidays!

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 22nd, 2009

We're off all week spending time with our families. We'll return on Monday with fresh posts. Happy Holidays!... [more]

The Nature of the Game

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 22nd, 2009

"At its most elementary level then we can define game as an exercise of voluntary control systems in which there is an opposition between forces, confined by a procedure and rules in order to produce a disequilibrial outcome." Avedon and... [more]

APPRECIATE THE JOURNEY

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 22nd, 2009

APPRECIATE THE JOURNEYÃ¢â¬Â¦Ã¢â¬Â¦Ã¢â¬Â¦Ã¢â¬Â¦Ã¢â¬Â¦ Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain. An occasional glance towards the summit keeps the goal in mind, but many beautiful scenes are to be observed from each new vintage... [more]

APPRECIATE THE JOURNEY

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 22nd, 2009

Gone Home: John Alline, Jamboree Director

Posted to Scouting News on December 22nd, 2009

John Alline, the Jamboree Division Director, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on December 19, 2009. Mr. Alline was 58 years old. Mr. Alline was a 36-year employee of the Boy Scouts of America and was currently the Director of the National... [more]

PTC Christmas Show

Posted to The Leader's Campfire Podcast on December 21st, 2009

A very Merry Christmas to all of our listeners. The PTC Media Christmas Show shares our message of thanks to all of our great listeners. Sit back and enjoy this special show with all of the hosts of the PTC media show. Cubmaster Chris,... [more]

An Hour A Week? #207

Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on December 21st, 2009

#207-Snowblind Beltloop updates, Day Camp information, online popcorn order questions, derbies and a volunteer rant wrap up this pre-Christmas show. Links: Monument-AL Changes- http://scoutingmagazine.org/issues/0911/d-trailhead.html BL and Pin... [more]

Scouting Video of the Week â" December 8, 2009

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 21st, 2009

This week's video is a promo the BSA made that shows what scouting is usually perceived as and what it really is. Enjoy!... [more]

The PTC Media Christmas Show

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 20th, 2009

PTC Media wishes you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year! Go to www.ptcmedia.net to listen to or download the PTCMedia Christmas special! Have a Great Scouting.... CHRISTMAS!... [more]

The Lock In...

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 20th, 2009

Every year the Troop has a Lock In at the lock High School. Outside our Ski Trip it is the one 'campout' the guys look forward to! Woke up early yesterday and completed my final prep. We arrived at 6:30 and set up the High School. We... [more]

The Challenge of Telling our Story

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 20th, 2009

Mike Walton from the US Scouting Service Project issued a challenge for 2010 for all of us in the Scouting world. Check it out here. A week or so ago.. I issued the same challenge of the Scoutmaster Minute Facebook site. I encourage all of you to... [more]

BSA Roses Parade Float

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 20th, 2009

BSA will have a float in the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2010 . As you can see from this photo, the float will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Scouting . You can read more here and see more photos here . Posted in 100th... [more]

Holiday Greetings and 2010 Challenge

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 19th, 2009

Hi Scouters, parents of Scouts, Ventures and Sea Scouts, and friends of American Scouting! I bring you warm Holiday greetings on behalf of the team here at the U.S. Scouting Service Project, Inc. I wanted to take a few lines and ask each of you to... [more]

U.S. Mint Unveils Design for 2010 BSA Centennial Coin

Posted to Scouting News on December 19th, 2009

The Boy Scouts of America is one step closer to seeing its 2010 BSA Centennial Silver Dollars being minted! We've been following this story as it has progressed; with the bills introduction back in April of 2008, the Senate passing the Centennial... [more]

Scouting Takes to the Road!

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 19th, 2009

Whether it is 300 Eagle Scouts marching in the Tournament of Roses Parade or the impressive mobile Adventure Base 100 that will visit 40 locations nationwide, Scouting is taking to the road to show its stuff. For the full story, check out the BSA... [more]

BSA Coin Announced by US Mint

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 19th, 2009

The United States Mint has announced that it will issue a commemorative coin honoring the first 100 years of Boy Scouts of America. 350,000 of these silver dollar coins will be issued. More information about this coin can be found at The United... [more]

BSA Launches 100th Year With Scouting Experience of a Lifetime

Posted to Scouting News on December 18th, 2009

On Jan. 1, 2010, a new century begins for the Boy Scouts of America, and with it comes an invitation to the nation to experience Scouting like never before. Kicking off the celebration is the BSA's participation in the Tournament of Roses Parade,... [more]

Scout Podcast Number 10

Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 18th, 2009

Hello fellow Scouters, My tenth podcast is short and personal, without any Scouting information or discussion. I quickly share what I've been up to the last month or two, and I share what Christmas means to me. Ã¢â¬â Here is the link to listen to... [more]

The Trainer's Corner Podcast 10

Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on December 18th, 2009

My tenth podcast is short and personal, without any Scouting information or discussion. I quickly share what I've been up to the last month or two, and I share what Christmas means to me. Ã¢â¬â You can listen to the show here: Or download it... [more]

2010 Centennial Commemorative Coin

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 18th, 2009

I am sure that you may have heard by now that the United States Mint will be issuing a commemorative coin in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. As authorized by the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin... [more]

U.S. Mint reveals design for BSA 100th Anniversary coin

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 18th, 2009

Heads up, coin collectors! The U.S. Mint has unveiled its final design for the Boy Scouts of America's Centennial Silver Dollar. The obverse (heads) side shows a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturer, and the reverse (tails) side depicts the BSA's... [more]

2010 Annual Meeting

Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 18th, 2009

2010 Annual Meeting - May 26-28, 2010 in Dallas, Texas. Online registration will begin February 15, 2010. Look for more information on the 2010 National Annual Meeting in the coming weeks... [more]

December 2009 COH, Potluck, & Scout Bucks Auction

Posted to From the Committee Chair on December 18th, 2009

Well, the food was great, the Scouts received their well-deserved awards, and the bidding at the Scout Bucks auction was intense. This year, we had several tables of goodies for the Scouts to bid on. The bids came quickly and furiously, with no... [more]

A Proud Moment for any Scoutmaster...

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 18th, 2009

This is an Eagle Scout! Tonight at the District Eagle Boards of Review this Scout passed with flying colors. When the his Court of Honor rolls around we will talk about his time in Scouting, his Merit Badges, the Leadership he provided, his... [more]

National BSA 100th Anniversary Events: What you may have missed, and what's to come

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 17th, 2009

Of course, you've probably already heard all about the Boy Scouts of America celebrating it's 100th Anniversary ! But just in case you missed out, here are a few of the many BSA 100th Anniversary programs: The Generations Connection program was... [more]

Baylor University study to examine long-term benefits of Scouting

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 17th, 2009

You tell your Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers that Scouting will help them become better men and women well beyond their adolescent years. What's your proof? It's mainly the anecdotal evidence of 100 years of great Scouting alumni and their... [more]

Scouts Help Santa Help Disadvantaged Students

Posted to Scouting News on December 17th, 2009

ABC 4 News has a story about some Scouts in Utah who teamed up with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and a handful of pilots: Instead of a sleigh Ã¢â¬â Santa is using a Cessna. And Santa has a lot of help - a half dozen boy scouts and a handful of volunteer... [more]

Webelos T-Shirt Cap Combo

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 17th, 2009

Here is a new Webelos t-shirt and cap combo ($12.99) from BSA Supply Group. It is available in medium through XXL sizes. Link Posted in Clothing, CUB SCOUTS, WEBELOS... [more]

Baylor Researchers Launch Study of Prosocial Benefits of Scouting

Posted to Scouting News on December 16th, 2009

According to the Scout Law, a Boy Scout is "Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent." But does he stay that way as he grows up? That's a question never scientifically studied... [more]

A Kind Gift

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 16th, 2009

My Group's Assistant Scout Leader popped round to see me last night to drop off some Christmas cards and let me know how the Troop was getting on in my absence (I'm taking a break from day to day Scouting for the next month or so for obvious... [more]

Thank You All!

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 16th, 2009

At some point on Monday, i recorded my 10,000th hit on my blog! This figure is based on the Wordpress stats that have been recorded since January 2008, although my Feedproxy stats give a totally different figure! So to everyone who has stopped by... [more]

Photo Caption Contest!!

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 16th, 2009

Post a short caption for this photo. Captions should be funny and entertaining. Friday, at 5:00PM, a winning caption will be chosen. Winners will receive a $50 coupon good for custom designed shirts for a group, or a digitally printed shirt. Have... [more]

Looks Like They Are Having Fun...

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 16th, 2009

Last night was our annual Holiday Party. 70 Scouts gathered for the meeting, broke into Patrols to finish planning for our Lock In Saturday and then came back in for our Holiday Party. Every Scout brought a gift for a needy child, every Scout... [more]

True North Show 18

Posted to True North Scouting on December 16th, 2009

Bears, Bears and more BearsÃ¢â¬Â¦.and not the Cub Scout kind I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He tells some stories, some jokes, and how to protect your food and yourself from... [more]

Show #45 Cold Weather Injuries and First Aid

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 16th, 2009

In this show we talk about Cold Weather First Aid/Injuries. Jerry discusses the major cold weather injuries, prevention, symptoms and treatment, that you may run into during your Cold weather camping adventures. Topics include; Dehydration,... [more]

True North â" Gear Show 1

Posted to True North Scouting on December 16th, 2009

I got my Christmas present early, and decided to do a quick review on it God Bless my mom, she got me some new gear for my pack, a Brunton Lucy Lantern. It's lightweight and runs on the fuel canisters that I am already carrying in my pack. I have... [more]

First Look at the BSA's 100th Anniversary Float

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 15th, 2009

The Boy Scouts of America and parades go together like New Year's Day and the Rose Bowl. In January, all four unite in a moment you can't miss. To celebrate the BSA's 100th Anniversary, the Orange County, Los Angeles Area, and San Gabriel Valley... [more]

Three Keys for Success in life...

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 15th, 2009

I heard an inspirational message from Lou Holtz, former great Football Coach. He took great pride in teaching young men to be outstanding athletes, citizens, and gentlemen. He shares three keys to success in life.. this is time tested and true. 1... [more]

An Hour A Week? #206

Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on December 15th, 2009

#206-You Can Sleep While I Drive New popcorn commissions, our December Roundtable, Pinewood and Space derbies, raingutter regattas, the BSA 100th anniversary kick-off, and feedback on tap for tonight. Links: Trails End Popcorn Changes -... [more]

High Adventure

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 15th, 2009

What do your Troops do for High Adventure. We do trips that are outside the 'traditional' definition of High Adventure, sure we do Philmont every other year and send Scouts to Boundary Waters and SeaBase either with the Council or set up... [more]

Cub Scouts 2010

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 15th, 2009

Cub Scouts 2010 - if you're a Cub Scout leader, you really should check this out. It is a new step in the evolution of the Cub Scouting program that's been tested the last few years, resulting in huge increases in retention of scouts. It's still... [more]

Photos, Memories, and Questions

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 14th, 2009

When you have been a scoutmaster for as long as I have been, nearly 29 years, you see a lot of boys go and go through the Scouting program. Some do very well in Scouting, some not so well. Some boys stick with it until their eighteenth birthday,... [more]

Socializing your feed with Twitter

Posted to Woggleknot.com on December 14th, 2009

Sometimes you reach across the hedgerow to share with your nearby neighbors . Other times, members of the household move away and yet you can't keep from calling to remind them to wear a hat and such because it's chilly out. Today, we're celebrating... [more]

How Does Screen Printing Work?

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 14th, 2009

Here at ClassB, the majority of our custom t-shirts are created using the screen printing technique. Screen printing involves the passing of ink through a mesh screen onto which a film image has been applied. Screen printing allows for large, bulk... [more]

National 100th Anniversary Audiocast Kick-Off Rally recording available

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 14th, 2009

People from all 50 states and several countries tuned in to the National 100th Anniversary Audiocast Kick-Off Rally last Thursday. In all, 50,000 Scouts, Scouters, alumni, and parents were present for the virtual event. Were you at the big party?... [more]

Ask Andy Dec 13 Column

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 14th, 2009

Read the latest Ask Andy column at http://netcommish.com/askandy198.asp and find the answer to this and other questions: Our troop's having a disagreement about Totin' Chip and Firem'n Chit patches. I've always though that these were like merit... [more]

Scouting Mag on Facebook

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 14th, 2009

Scouting Magazine now has its own Facebook page. Check it out here or read more about it here . Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Magazines, Tech... [more]

Rally to Save William H. Pouch Scout Camp

Posted to Scouting News on December 13th, 2009

The Staten Island Advance has an article about a rally to save Camp Pouch Scout Camp. In an attempt to prevent a beloved piece of Island history from falling into the clutches of private developers, approximately 1,500 Scouts and supporters of... [more]

Backpacking Muffins

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 13th, 2009

Try this.. you will love it!! Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]

Philmont Staff Application Process

Posted to Scouting News on December 13th, 2009

The Philmont Staff Association has an informative post about the seasonal staff hiring process to help alleviate any concerns prospective applicants are having. "we do not have a deadline on when applications need to be submitted. Received... [more]

The Eagle Court of Honor

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 12th, 2009

Today was the Eagle Court of Honor for 5 incredible Scouts. While I have just only been their Scoutmaster since March I have known and worked with them all for several years. It was a great celebration of several Scouting careers. The old... [more]

Suggesting merit badges

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 12th, 2009

Why don't we have a sewing merit badge? There should be a skateboarding merit badge. When will we have a hunting merit badge? Have you ever had or heard similar questions? Well, BSA has posted an email address where you can start the process of... [more]

January 2010 Theme Emblem

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 12th, 2009

The January 2010 ( Power Up! ) monthly theme emblem can now be ordered from BSA Supply Group. Each patch is $1.29. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Patches, Power Up!... [more]

Link to the Audio Cast!

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 12th, 2009

I should have put the link in for the audio cast of the Boy Scouts of America's Celebration Kick Off. If you missed it on the 10th.. you can hear the entire program at AUDIO CAST! Bravo to Bob Mazzuca, Chief Scout Executive Tico Perez, National... [more]

100th Anniversary Kickoff Recording Available

Posted to Scouting News on December 12th, 2009

Were you able to listen live to the 100th Anniversary Kickoff audiocast yesterday? For those following @scoutingnews you may have caught that I was unable to get the streaming media playing here at my location in Iraq due to network restrictions,... [more]

Philmont Lottery

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 12th, 2009

So we did not get a spot on the 2011 Philmont treks. For the past 6 years we have send 2+ crews to Philmont every other year and I guess our luck has finally run out. The fortunate thing is that our Council has 60 slots in 2011 and we can already... [more]

Losing Philmont Ticket

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 11th, 2009

Our lottery submission for a 2011 Philmont trek wasn't a winner. :-( Got a rejection email yesterday, saying we're on the waitlist, so it's a gloomy day. We had two crews worth of people ready to go. I hope some of you had better luck - let me know... [more]

Quote of the week

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 11th, 2009

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NSJ 2010 Online Training

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 11th, 2009

National Council has come out and suggested three trainings that are avialable online for jamboree staff should complete. These courses include: 1. 2010 National Scout Jamboree Staff Orientation This orientation course was developed to help you... [more]

100th Anniversary Kickoff

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 11th, 2009

I missed the podcast last night, because I had a Scout function and dinner come up at the last minute. This is most unfortunate but I want to get the opinion of scouters and youth alike on how they think the audiocast went. Yours in Scouting Service... [more]

Cell phones, technology and Scout

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 11th, 2009

Here is a post I recently made on the 2010 National Jamboree Group. The group was debating the whether or not youth should bring cell phones to the jamboree. I personally believe we should but then again many scouts are against it. I will leave it... [more]

Centennial Kick Off

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 11th, 2009

Well last night was, I guess, the "Official Kick off" of the Centennial celebration of the Boy Scouts of America!! Extremely exciting I kept thinking to myself as I listened in on to the online rally last night. Listening to the vision and... [more]

New Digital Printing: Single T-shirt orders now possible!

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 11th, 2009

We are happy to announce the completion of a new process that allows for single t-shirts to be printed: Digital Printing. Customers have been asking for this for a long time now and, wellÃ¢â¬Â¦ One of our first digitally printed shirts! -The... [more]

Giving Back

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 11th, 2009

Service is a big part of Scouting, service to one's self, one's Troop and one's Community. This is the season of giving and many people do their annual thing around this time, be it a Giving Tree or Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays... [more]

Pulling Together

Posted to BSA Value of Scouting Podcast on December 11th, 2009

Scouting is something that stays with you all your... [more]

Holiday Service

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 11th, 2009

Scouts serve their communities all year long but the holidays present many special opportunities for helping make the season special for everyone. Last year our Patrol leader's Council contacted a local service agency and committed to providing... [more]

The Year of the Centennial

Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on December 11th, 2009

Tonight I listened to the BSA Centennial Kickoff program and I was pretty excited about the things to come within the BSA program and yet I was saddened to think that there would be no time to reflect back on scouting's past 100's . I understand... [more]

Around The Scouting Campfire #10

Posted to Around The Scouting Campfire Podcast on December 11th, 2009

Around The Scouting Campfire #10 Saving the memories, a Scout Law song at camp, Buttons and Randall and jokes, a Thanksgiving prayer. Yes, it has been awhile since Buttons and Steve have posted an episode to the Around The Scouting Campfire... [more]

Around The Scouting Campfire #10

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 11th, 2009

Yes, it has been awhile since Buttons and Steve have posted an episode to the Around The Scouting Campfire podcast. But your wait is over. Show #10 is ready to download and enjoy. During this show Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, talks to... [more]

Trails's End Announces Change in Scout Online Orders Commission

Posted to Scouting News on December 10th, 2009

This announcement only effects those orders that individual Scouts get online. This does not effect the Spring or Fall popcorn sale by Units. Beginning December 26, 2009, the first day of Trail's End's 2010 fiscal year, the commission from Trail's... [more]

The Troop Committee

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 10th, 2009

Our monthly Troop Committee meeting was last night. While a Troop should be Scout-led any very successful Troop has a well organized Troop Committee behind it. Last night's meeting was an odd one in the fact that the usual suspects were not in... [more]

Tu Nin To Nite

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 10th, 2009

Tune in tonight to audiocast.scouting.org and listen to the 100th anniversary Kick-off Rally at: 8-8:30 p.m. (EST) 7-7:30 p.m. (CST) 6-6:30 p.m. (MST) 5-5:30 p.m. (PST) I'll be listening in with you to hear Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzuca,... [more]

Reminder: Tune in Tonight for the 100th Anniversary Audiocast

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 10th, 2009

Tonight's the night for the National 100th Anniversary Audiocast Kick-Off Rally. Log in to your computer when the 30-minute, live audiocast begins at 8 p.m. (EST). We told you all about the big celebration in a blog post last week . Chief Scout... [more]

Cooperation rather than Competition

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 10th, 2009

Is Scouting really competing with sports, clubs and similar activities? Aren't our goals somewhat similar to those of organized sports, preforming arts, debate, and the many other extra-curricular activities available to our Scouts? I've... [more]

2010 Blue & Gold Patch

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 10th, 2009

BSA Supply Group has available this new 2010 Blue & Gold Banquet participation patch ($1.19). This emblem could be a fun way to encourage attendance at your pack's 2010 Banquet. Link Posted in Blue and Gold Banquet, CUB SCOUTS, Patches... [more]

Learning Life's Lessons On Path To Eagle Scout

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 10th, 2009

This is a great article that was run in the December 6th, 2009 edition of the Houston Chronicle. Thanks go out to Michelle, who is the proud mom of one of our Eagles, Casey, for finding this gem. Learning Life's Lessons On Path To Eagle Scout by... [more]

Learning Life's Lessons On Path To Eagle Scout

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 10th, 2009

New Belt Loops at Scoutstuff.org

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 10th, 2009

As of this writing, most but not all of the new (2009) Cub Scout belt loops can be ordered from BSA Supply Group at Scoutstuff.org . Here are the links: Cub Scout Sports Program Belt Loops Cub Scout Sports Program Pins Cub Scout Academics Program... [more]

Scout Camp - the movie

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 9th, 2009

So, have you seen it? How was it? Scout Camp the movie - from the trailer and videos looks like an interesing comedy about Boy Scout summer camp - another angle on the usual "underdog group vs. popular group" theme. There's a music video on YouTube... [more]

Being Prepared Saves a Life

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 9th, 2009

As Boy Scouts we take it upon ourselves to be prepared for anything. Well for one troop being prepared for a cardiac emergency saved the life of one of there leaders. Boy Scout Troop 26 in Tulsa, Oklahoma had been given an automatic external ... [more]

Ask the Experts

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 9th, 2009

This post from Scouting Magazine's Cracker Barrel answers a question I sent in: We at Cracker Barrel feel geographically blessed to be in the same building as most of the Boy Scouts of America's major decision-makers. So when one of you comes... [more]

Becoming a Man

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 9th, 2009

Every culture has its right of passage to manhood, but there is an ancient Cherokee right of passage in which the father of a young man takes his son out into the forest, blindfolds him and sits him on a stump. The young man can not make a sound,... [more]

Ask the Expert: The BSA's 'active' requirement

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 9th, 2009

We at Cracker Barrel feel geographically blessed to be in the same building as most of the Boy Scouts of America's major decision-makers. So when one of you comes to us with a question about Scouting policy, we know how to find the answer. That was... [more]

The Scoutmaster Minute Show #45

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on December 9th, 2009

100th Anniversary Rally Reminder

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 9th, 2009

From BSA: One final reminder about the audiocast rally this Thursday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. Central. Thanks to the ten-of-thousands who have signed-up already. We want this to be the largest virtual gathering in BSA history. We hope you will... [more]

What's an Eagle Factory?

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 9th, 2009

Due to the comments contributed to my previous post, I'm curious what people mean when they say "Eagle Factory". So, what is it? I could find just a couple troops that refer to themselves as eagle factories on the 'net, with the general meaning that... [more]

12th Edition Handbook Versions Cleared Up

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 9th, 2009

After some speculation about the new 12th Edition handbook and its various versions , a helpful comment has cleared up the questions. Nathan, a BSA national scout shop employee, who has seen the "shrink wrapped" books, left a comment on the... [more]

A New Scouting Podcast

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 8th, 2009

Those fine folks at PTC Media have done it again and created a new podcast! The new one is 'Moms In Scouting Service' and is a podcast 'from the perspective of volunteering mothers'. Obviously, it has an American slant (odd that, as they are all... [more]

All Work and No Play Makes Us Duck & Cover!

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on December 8th, 2009

Amanda ClassB.com attended the 1st Annual Tampa Corporate Dodge ball Tournament. The tournament, accurately named Dodge, Duck, Dip, and Dive , was held on Saturday, November 14 at the Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex. Registration was $400,... [more]

Five Ways to Make the Best of Your Opportunity as a Scout leader

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 8th, 2009

Trust the Program Rely on 100 years of proven results Embrace changes when they are announced - stay current No short-cuts When you make things easier for adults you usually diminish the experience for Scouts Conduct activities that are age... [more]

Belt Loop Guide In Jan 2010

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 8th, 2009

The official BSA announcement below about the new (2009) Cub Scout belt loops has apparently been released to local councils for distribution. It indicates that the new Guide should be available around late January 2010. Also noteworthy is that... [more]

Learn from the Handbook: Sleep on it

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 8th, 2009

Let's face it: It isn't hard to knock out for a good night's sleep after a long day hiking the trails at Philmont. You're out like a light as soon as your feet slide into the sleeping bag. If only getting to sleep the rest of the... [more]

Great Meeting Last Night

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 8th, 2009

Our newest scouts came for their first troop meeting last night. I must say that I was quite impressed with Brandon and Timothy and how quickly they warmed up to our 1st Year Emphasis leaders while all the older scouts worked away at their own... [more]

Scouting Video of the Week â" December 7, 2009

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 7th, 2009

Ok so this video is a day late but it is a good one. This is the music video of the popular song Born to Be a Scout from the movie Scout Camp the Movie. Enjoy!... [more]

Dial O for Opinion

Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on December 7th, 2009

Hello fellow Scouters, As I've written about previously, I have a pith helmet and a sombrero in my district training gear (see this blog post here ). The pith helmet is to remind leaders that Cub Scouting needs to be an adventure. The sombrero is... [more]

The Luncheon

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 7th, 2009

Today in Indiana is our Annual Governor's Luncheon for Scouting. I, unfortunately, am unable to get some time off work to attend. However I was able to get 3 of my Scouts to go as part of the Ceremony. They will be recreating the... [more]

"Born To Be A Scout" Music Video

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 7th, 2009

Our buddies at Three Coin Production s have posted a new video to their Youtube account. The new post is the music video to the theme song of Scout Camp: The Movie , "Born To Be A Scout", and features many scenes from the movie. The video can be... [more]

An Hour A Week? #205

Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on December 7th, 2009

#205-Girl Can't Help It My November Pack Meeting and Leader Meeting, a Pinewood Derby podcast, and lots of feedback. And a VERY special announcement are on tap for tonight. Links: Den Meeting In A Box SALE-... [more]

Royal Flush â" Over 300 Scouts Gather to Flush Toliets

Posted to Scouting News on December 6th, 2009

I've heard of Scouts testing Jail accomodations and hospital procedures before they open, however this is a first. Over 300 Scouts gathered to test the plumbing, by simultaneously flushing all of the toilets, at the Intrust Bank Arena! The Wichita... [more]

Bridging Over

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 6th, 2009

Last night at Spring Creek Park, very chilly by the way, at the big fire ring with a large bonfire we watched the Arrow of Light ceremony for about 6 packs and 50+ Webelos. The AOL teams did a great job. Afterwords the Webelos bridged over to their... [more]

A Scout's Anthem

Posted to be.PREPARED on December 6th, 2009

This is the song/poem my Scouts are performing for the Group Christmas Carol Concert tomorrow evening. It is a bit old fashioned (it refers to a Scout as male the whole way through, but the first verse is being read by a girl and the gender will be... [more]

Nationwide 100thAnniversary Kick-Off Rally!

Posted to Scouting News on December 6th, 2009

Time is running out to RSVP for the 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Rally! See the below announcement from the BSA: To jump start the celebration, we're bringing together Scouting enthusiasts from coast-to-coast for a nationwide 100th Anniversary... [more]

Thief Robs Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot at Gunpoint

Posted to Scouting News on December 6th, 2009

http://www.fox2now.com has a story about a Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot being robbed at Gun Point... [more]

Revised Edition - Baloo's Bugle for Power Up (Jan Theme, Dec RT)

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 6th, 2009

A change was made to the list of new Belt Loops and Pins for CS Sports and Academics and Alice's stuff is there now. Be sure to read her popcorn activity. It is really great!!!!!!!!!! Plus as I said before - Lots of hints for Power Up - games,... [more]

My Christmas Lights

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 5th, 2009

My Christmas Lights I know this isn't really scouting related but I thought some of my readers might enjoy these pictures. It had just snowed while I was taking these pictures and It was still snowing as I took the pictures. Enjoy the pictures and... [more]

The Unknown Scout

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 5th, 2009

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WSJ 2011 Bulletin

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 5th, 2009

Here is a link to the official first 2011 World Jamboree Bulletin: click here. Some of the highlights of this Bulletin include: Theme: the Jamboree THeme and the three areas that will help accomplish the Jamboree theme which is "Simply Scouting" BSA... [more]

100th Anniversary Kickoff

Posted to Scouting Maniac on December 5th, 2009

On December 10, 2009 the BSA has put together a online live audiocast that will include presenters such as Randall Stephenson, AT&T President, CEO and Chairman and 100th Anniversary Chair, John Gottschalk, BSA National President, Tico Perez, BSA... [more]

Hello, Goodbye (podcast)

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 5th, 2009

Ã¢â¬ËI don't know why you say goodbye, I say hello!' This is a quick update and Christmas greetings... [more]

New High Adventure Base to be Built in West Virgin

Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on December 5th, 2009

A little over two weeks ago the BSA announced there plans to build a world-class high adventure center in New River Gorge region of West Virginia. The BSA's press release states: The BSA's selection of the 10,600-acre site near Beckley was chosen... [more]

Boy Scout Shirt Survey

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 5th, 2009

The Boy Scouts of America is considering introducing a Boy Scout shirt made by Under Armour. Boy Scouts could wear the shirt while doing activities such as service projects, hiking, camping, and other troop activities. This shirt is made of... [more]

Boy Scout Trivia: Did You Knowâ¦â¦â¦.

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 4th, 2009

Arthur R. Eldred received the very first Eagle Scout badge on Labor Day, 1912. Twenty-three Scouts received the Eagle merit badge award in 1912. Any first-class Scout qualifying for 21 merit badges were entitled to wear the highest Scout Merit... [more]

Letter from Michelle

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 4th, 2009

On December 11, 2008, my son completed his Eagle Board of Review. Oh, happy day! At that time, he was a little concerned that his paperwork would get done too soon and he would receive a congratulation letter from the current president rather than... [more]

100th Anniversary Kick-off

Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 4th, 2009

Join the Nationwide 100th Anniversary Audiocast Kick-Off Rally on December 10. RSVP today for a chance to win once-in-a-lifetime prizes... [more]

Cub Scouts 2010 - Changing the delivery of the Cub Scout program.

Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 4th, 2009

Cub Scouts 2010 is a piloted and successful method of delivering the existing Cub Scout program that is handbook-based and focuses on den activities leading to youth advancement and higher retention... [more]

Boy Scouts Shout Us Your Opinion

Posted to Boy Scouts of America "What's Hot" on December 4th, 2009

A Scoutmaster Minute

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 4th, 2009

"Tis the season", it seems Christmas started early this year, like before Halloween! There are lights and trees and Christmas music and sales and Black Friday and Cyber Monday all happening right now like a whirlwind. Now I enjoy great... [more]

Building the High Performance Team

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 4th, 2009

Let me share with you a story about a High Performance team. I recently had the opportunity to help coach a football team. This team was made up from 14 year olds from all over the Portland/Metro area. 35 young men that came together on a football... [more]

Preserve your Eagle Scout journey electronically

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 4th, 2009

Ever since the Eagle Scout Award was first presented in 1912, families have been creating Eagle Scout scrapbooks to make these precious boyhood memories last. Well, it's time to take that nearly century-old process into the next 100 years of... [more]

Behavior and Program

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 4th, 2009

Thanks to Walter for launching this train of thought (read his comment to yesterday's A Question of Scout Spirit ) Unpredictable sometimes difficult behavior is part of adolescence so it is a part of Scouting. Scouting responds with a program... [more]

A Scoutmaster's Blog

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 4th, 2009

PTC Media Podcasts Have you checked out the PTC Media podcast site yet? ( http://www.ptcmedia.net ) The PTC Media network is a collection of seven Scouting related podcasts, six of them audio and one video. They are produced by four Scout leaders... [more]

The SPL at work

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 4th, 2009

via flickr.com Capture The Flag all weekend! Setting the schedule... Permalink | Leave a comment ÃÂ»... [more]

A Scoutmaster Minute

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 4th, 2009

The 18th Perfect Game As you know I love baseball and last week something very special happened in the Majors. Pitcher Mark Buerhle of the Chicago White Sox threw a Perfect Game. That means that he faced 27 batters and not a one made it on base. No... [more]

A Spooky Story!, a Hallmark Keepsake Ornament.

Posted to The Scoutmaster on December 4th, 2009

via hallmark.com I get one ornament a year and this is the one I want! Permalink | Leave a comment ÃÂ»... [more]

Buckeye January 2010 Packet (Power Up!)

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 4th, 2009

The Simon Kenton Council Buckeye District roundtable packet for January 2010 is now available. The nice people of the Buckeye District put together a great roundtable packet each month. This one has games, cooking ideas, crafts, songs, skits,... [more]

New Hallmark Snoopy Ornament

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 4th, 2009

It looks like Hallmark did it again! There is another Scoutmaster Snoopy ornament to be found at your local Hallmark store. Or you can buy it online. This one features Scoutmaster Snoopy sitting at his tent reading a spooky story to Woodstock and... [more]

A Question of Scout Spirit

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 3rd, 2009

I recently received this question via email: I am a new Scoutmaster and I think I have a bit of background on Scouting. However, I have been reading your Eagle posts with some confusion and need some enlightenment. I have a Scout, who is a Life... [more]

Ask Andy - Dec. 2, 2009 Column

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 3rd, 2009

What do we do with a Scout who can't or won't pass the First Class swimming test? He's a good Scout, but how do I give him First Class rank? The swimming test is the only thing holding him back. His mother and I have tried every thing we know, but... [more]

Advancement and Awards news of note - corrections

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 3rd, 2009

We just made a few corrections and updates to the blog item posted last week. The new Belt Loop and pin list was corrected to indicate the "Abilities Awareness" loop and pin will actually be named "Disabilities Awareness". The new name is in line... [more]

Cub Scouting Program Gears Up - Changes in 2010

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 3rd, 2009

2010 will see the biggest change to Cub Scouting since the introduction of Program Helps in the 50s â a new way of delivering the Cub Scout program that is handbook based, builds leader confidence (especially new ones), leverages the boy's fun with... [more]

100th Anniversary Rally - Prizes

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 3rd, 2009

More information about the exciting 100th Anniversary Rally arrived today thanks to Julie Bulthaus. Big news about the Dec. 10 BSA virtual 100th Anniversary rally! During this rally by audiocast, BSA will get folks pumped up and energized for the... [more]

Pic on e Scouter

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 3rd, 2009

This was the main picture on e Scouter. Sam Houston Area Council's e mail news letter. So what is so special about this pic? The Scout is in our troop rappelling off the tower at CIMA, and that is his father standing below. Not to mention I took... [more]

InTouch

Posted to ScoutBaseUK on December 3rd, 2009

Following an extensive review and trials, InTouch has now been launched as the replacement to the Home Contact... [more]

True North 17

Posted to True North Scouting on December 2nd, 2009

In tonight's show, I talk about social networking, troop-talk, choices and other topics I touch on social networking, more troop news, my last Cub Scout event, why I started the troop, and a couple of good sites that are in my bookmarks Those links... [more]

A Couple of Bits of Good News

Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on December 2nd, 2009

It's nice to be able to mention a couple of items of good news from my Group this week. First of all, one of our Scouts has just completed all the requirements to gain his Chief Scouts Gold Award . This is our first Scout to gain this award since... [more]

Scouting Disconnect

Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on December 2nd, 2009

Recently, I have run across what I term as "scouting disconnect," with unit leader. Scouting disconnect is what I describe as someone that is showing early signs of burn out which is usually caused but a series of set backs within their program they... [more]

Face-to-face with Scouting's community

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 2nd, 2009

Connect with like-minded Scouting magazine readers from across the country-easier than ever before. Check us out now on Facebook! Click here to find Scouting 's new Facebook page, and become a fan today. If you aren't already one of the 300... [more]

November Winners

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 2nd, 2009

Picked the November give-away winners yesterday. Max H. of Troop 248 in Oakdale, PA won a Fire Piston . Chris L. of Troop 265 in Bartlett, TN won a $25 ScoutStuff.org gift card. Bill S. of Pack 671 in St. Louis, MO won a $50 coupon for ClassB.com... [more]

Accountability and Responsibilty Free From Shame and Anger

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 2nd, 2009

In my a recent post I shared my advice to a Scout who is having difficulties with his Scoutmaster. It got me to thinking about how we maintain discipline, require accountability and promote responsibility without resorting to shame or allowing our... [more]

January Hearing Set in Owasippe Scout Reservation Zoning Battle

Posted to Scouting News on December 2nd, 2009

The Muskegon Chronicle has reminded us that the long battle over Owasippe Scout Reservation is not over yet. Officials on both sides hope the long battle over Owasippe Scout Reservation zoning is nearing an end. More than a year after the Chicago... [more]

December 2009 Cubcast (Power Up!/100th Anniversary)

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 2nd, 2009

The December 2009 Cubcast from BSA National is now available. Part 1 has ideas for den meetings and more utilizing the January " Power Up! " theme. Part 2 has information about the 100th anniversary of Scouting celebration . Part 1 mp3 file Part 2... [more]

Christmas Cards

Posted to Lone Star Scouter on December 1st, 2009

When doing your Christmas cards this year, take one card and send it to : A Recovering American Soldier, c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20307-5001 If you like this idea, re-post it. Merry Christmas!!! ... [more]

Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on December 1st, 2009

In our last Scouter Spotlight, we introduced you to an excellent Scouter from Puerto Rico. This time, we're traveling nearly 2,000 miles away to Maine to show off another fine Scout volunteer. Meet Mike L'AbbÃ© , Scoutmaster of Troop 648 in... [more]

2009's November Tweets

Posted to ScoutSigns on December 1st, 2009

November had a number of interesting topics, including "THE" stamp for the BSA Centennial. November's Top 10 : ScoutSigns: 100th Anniversary Postage Stamp to be Announced! http://ow.ly/zQkO #scouts New Post: Weekend Patrol Box #26... [more]

Another Eagle Imbroglio

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 1st, 2009

This is an email message I sent to a Scout who's parents have been corresponding with me over the all-to-common problem of a Scoutmaster who is making an Eagle Candidate's life miserable for no good reason. I'm not going to go into all... [more]

December 2009 (Works of Art) Anniversary Supplement

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 1st, 2009

In addition to the December ( Works of Art ) Program Helps pages, BSA National has released a 100th Anniversary Program Helps supplement for this month. It contains additional theme-related activities and projects which promote the 100th... [more]

15 Percent off at Tooth of Time Traders Dec 1st Only

Posted to Scouting News on December 1st, 2009

Didn't get all your holiday gifts on Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Don't worry, Tooth of Time Traders has your back with a special Tooth of Time Tuesday Sale for December 1st, 2009 (that's today so hurry!). http://www.toothoftimetraders.com/ Get... [more]

Man Awarded Eagle Scout 36 Years Later

Posted to Scouting News on December 1st, 2009

The Standard Times has an article about a man who was able to be awarded his Eagle Scout award, 36 years later, after delivering a package to a Concho Valley Council Office Manager: Saturday morning, Boy Scout Troop 20, sponsored by Trinity... [more]

Baloo's Bugle â" January 2009 (Power Up!) Theme

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on December 1st, 2009

The new Baloo's Bugle is out. Baloo's Bugle is a great monthly unofficial publication with games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings. This one covers the January " Power Up! " theme. For Webelos... [more]

Big Daddy

Posted to A Cubbing Minute Podcast on December 1st, 2009

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Works of Art

Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on December 1st, 2009

Knowledge is power so get ready for the January theme of Power Up! In part 1 of the December Cubcast, we spoke with John Carlton, Cubmaster for Pack 66 in Austin, Texas who tells us Power Up is more than just science and energy; it's teaching your... [more]

100 Years of Scouting in Video

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 1st, 2009

Scoutstuff.org has a wonderful series of four YouTube videos that capture a century of Scouting in the United States. The fully narrated series of videos is awesome. To view these videos visit... [more]

100th Anniversary

Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on December 1st, 2009

The Boy Scouts of America turns 100 years old on February 8, 2010. What can your Cubs do to celebrate this historic occasion, you ask? Well, we spoke to Bob Mersereau, the National Council's 100th Anniversary Project Director with the Marketing... [more]

An Hour A Week? #204

Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on November 30th, 2009

#204-Second Hand News We set a new record last week with live show attendance. This week, we did it again! During this record breaking show, we discuss the real value of Roundtable, things you may not know about Scouting and how to deal with unruly... [more]

Three Scouts Earn Triple Crown Award

Posted to Scouting News on November 30th, 2009

The Star-Banner has a great article about three local Scouts who earned the Triple Crown Award: "Hol-ry" can be a friendly greeting or a cry for help, depending on the volume and context. The exchange is traditional at the Charles L. Sommers... [more]

Looking Over a New Cub Dad's Shoulder

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on November 30th, 2009

The new blog 'Cub Dad' has made a promising beginning and should be of great interest to any Scout leader. The blog chronicles "A discovery of cub scouting through the eyes and experiences of a 45-year-old father and his 7-year-old cub... [more]

January 2010 (Power Up!) Program Helps

Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on November 30th, 2009

The January ( Power Up! ) 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 den... [more]

Advancement and Awards news of note

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on November 30th, 2009

We've added a few new items in the past few days which may be of interest to Scouts and Scouters: Awards -- see http://usscouts.org/awards.asp for these items: We now have information and the requirements for the " 2010 - A Year of Celebration "... [more]

Holiday Mail for Heroes

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on November 30th, 2009

During the next week you can do a good turn for service members by sending a holiday card to Holiday Mail For Heroes P.O. Box 5456 Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456 All cards must be received no later than Monday, December 7th. Cards received after... [more]

BSA Nationwide 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Rally

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on November 30th, 2009

BSA has sent the following announcement about its 100th Anniversary Kick-Off: ------------------------------------- Join Our Nationwide 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Rally! Just one month to go! The year we celebrate our centennial and begin our next... [more]

Baloo's Bugle for January's Theme, "Power UP," and December's RTs is on line

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on November 30th, 2009

Lots of hints for Power Up - games, openings, closings, ceremonies, jokes, and more Ideas are technical and physical to help our Cubs power themselves up Jim Jones talks about Training and Little blue Box of Energy. Bill Smith, the Roundtable guy,... [more]

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