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Get to know the Signs, Signals and Codes merit badge

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 27th, 2015

Believe it or not, there were ways to communicate before Facebook and text messages. The brand-new Signs, Signals and Codes merit badge covers most of them. When you earn this badge, you'll study the nonverbal ways we communicate, including... [more]

St. Patrick's Day Quiz

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 26th, 2015

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Signs, Signals and Codes

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 26th, 2015

Requirements for the Signs, Signals and Codes merit badge The Signs, Signals and Codes merit badge covers a number of the nonverbal ways we communicate: emergency signaling, Morse code, American Sign Language, braille, trail signs, sports... [more]

DIY Wooden Blinds

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 26th, 2015

DIY Wooden Blinds #diyprojects #blinds #woodenblinds Safety first: Ask an adult to help with tools you haven't used before. What you'll need: Wooden boards of your choice Slat Hangers (split ring/swivel/binder ring combination) 1/2? metal conduit 2... [more]

Boy Scout, father save family from fire

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 26th, 2015

At 13, Pennsylvania Boy Scout Jared Marshallick is too young to be a fireman. Based on his recent experience, he could be a good one some day. Jared and his father were driving in their hometown of Nanticoke when they noticed that an apartment... [more]

Flip the Bird Tag

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 25th, 2015

This is an active game which is a combination of tag and keep away. In it, a players work together to keep their friends from being tagged. "Flip the Bird" is the traditional name for this game, but if you think it will cause too much of a stir,... [more]

Campfire Ballads

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 25th, 2015

Do you know the campfire ballads about Sam and Dan? If you are fortunate you've sat in rapt attention around a campfire, chills running up your back, a smile on your face, listening to a skilled orator recite the campfire ballads of Sam McGee... [more]

Wilderness survival: Get out there and do it

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 25th, 2015

When it comes to surviving in the wild, there's only so much you can learn from books and the classroom. Sometimes, you just have to get out there. That was the idea behind Nebraska Troop 114's wilderness survival weekend, which included a 4-mile... [more]

The Value of time

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on February 25th, 2015

One of the most frequent excuses I hear from Scouters is that they do not have enough time. Time for family, work, sports, scouting, hobbies, church, volunteering, etc. There's just not enough time. Well folks, there is plenty of tim e.. in fact no... [more]

Hike And Explore

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 25th, 2015

Hike And Explore... [more]

Kirby and the Rainbow Curse

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 24th, 2015

Kirby and the Rainbow Curse (Nintendo, Wii U) Gameplay: 8.4 Graphics: 9.0 Sound: 8.0 Replay Value: 7.0 Overall Score: 8.2 Pros: Rainbow rope's unique, tough challenges, fun environments. Cons: Game's too short, no online multiplayer, Kirby needs... [more]

The 2015 FOS Patch

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on February 24th, 2015

It is that time of year. Units in the Central Minnesota Council are being visited by council representatives for the annual Friends Of Scouting (FOS) campaign. Families are being asked to contribute what they can to the council to assist in... [more]

Tent buying guide

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 24th, 2015

Home is where your Tent is. The Gear Guy brings you the latest, greatest - and most affordable! - tents for backpacking and car camping. When you're out on the trail, a tent is one of your most valuable pieces of gear. It gives you shelter from the... [more]

Extreme races that push competitors to their limits

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 24th, 2015

These extreme races go to the extreme in testing human endurance, strength, courage and skill. They challenge competitors in punishing conditions and terrain, pushing racers to their limits - and beyond. The Race Across America A true endurance... [more]

Utah Webelos Scouts Earn Life-Saving Award

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 24th, 2015

There's a reason they call it the Readyman. A couple of Utah Webelos Scouts had earned their Readyman Activity Badge just days before they helped save the life of a neighbor who had become trapped under a boat trailer. It was an ugly scene - the... [more]

Building Resilience, 7 Cs and Scouting

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 24th, 2015

An author was being interviewed on the radio in the background as I was working away at my desk. He was discussing building resilience in young people. As I listened I thought "Hey! Who is this guy? This sounds a lot like Scouting!" This got me... [more]

Issue 434 â€" February 24, 2015

Posted to Ask Andy on February 24th, 2015

________________________________________ Dear Andy, Does a troop have to accept any boy who wants to join? (Name & Council Withheld) "Have to" is an interesting way to phrase your question, so let me ask… What's the situation that's... [more]

Podcast 256 â€" Modifying Advancement

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 23rd, 2015

What do you think? In this week's podcast I'll answer email questions about young Scoutmasters , modifying advancement requirements for Scouts with disabilities , the Alligator River game , Webelos going to Scout events, and a full-year troop... [more]

Called out

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 23rd, 2015

Within the Scouting movment, we take a lot of training. Some very boring and some very inspiring. There are the mandated ones and ones we take for fun. Some we will never really ever use and some we hope to … Continue reading →... [more]

Q&A: Requiring adult involvement, can Scouts go soaring?

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 23rd, 2015

This week, a couple questions from readers: Requiring parents to register Can a troop require that parents of Scouts register as adult members? Our troop insists that one parent of each Scout register as an assistant Scoutmaster or a troop committee... [more]

B.P.'s Blog â€" What is Scouting?

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 22nd, 2015

During his lifetime Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the worldwide Scouting movement, wrote many books and articles directed to Scouters. Each Sunday I'll publish a selection from his writings in the hope that you'll draw inspiration and... [more]

The Golden Eaglet (1918) A Silent Movie Brought Back To Life

Posted to Scouting News on February 22nd, 2015

I was attending a Girl Scout event today and brought along my copy of the GSA 100th Anniversary book in case there was some down time while the girls were in class. They were working with Engineering students at North Carolina State University and... [more]

Cub Scout Leader "Survival Guide" 5

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 21st, 2015

This is the fifth of a five-part series, Part one Understanding Cubs Part two Understanding Meetings Part three – Understanding Volunteering Part four – Blessed are the Den leaders I've been a Cubmaster, and a den leader for Wolf,... [more]

Preparing for Blue and Gold Banquet

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on February 21st, 2015

Monday night will be my first Blue and Gold Banquet as the Cubmaster of Pack 68 in Melrose. And maybe my only one. After all, I would like to see someone else step forward to take over as cubmaster next fall. But this year it is my turn to try to... [more]

Basic Training Documents

Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on February 20th, 2015

In this month's Boy Scout Breakout at the Tuscarora District Roundtable, we talked about Basic Training. Of course you have to take the online training, the Scoutmaster Specific and the Intro to Outdoor Leadership, and all of that is good for a... [more]

Winners of the BL Summer Fun photo contest

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 20th, 2015

Here are the amazing winners of the Boys' Life Summer Fun photo contest Last summer, we asked you to send us your best photographs for the Boys' Life Summer Fun Contest. You guys took so many great pics, it was really hard to choose the best... [more]

Cub Scout Leader "Survival Guide" 4

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 20th, 2015

This is the fourth of a five-part series, Part one Understanding Cubs | Part two Understanding Meetings | Part three – Understanding Volunteering I've been a Cubmaster, and a den leader for Wolf, Bear,and Webelos dens. Volunteering as a Cub... [more]

March Pack Meeting Plan â€" Be Aware and Care (Compassion)

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 20th, 2015

The Cub Scout core value for the month of March is Compassion . BSA has a Cub Scout pack meeting plan called Be Aware and Care related to this core value. The Be Aware and Care meeting plan features ideas for the core value of compassion- games,... [more]

March Pack Meeting Plan â€" Be Aware and Care (Compassion)

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 20th, 2015

The Cub Scout core value for the month of March is Compassion. BSA has a Cub Scout pack meeting plan called Be Aware and Care related to this core value. The Be Aware and Care meeting plan features ideas for the core value of compassion- games,... [more]

The Magical Moments

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 20th, 2015

There are moments within any event, outing or setting that can and do happen. You are not always ready for them, but they appear and leave a lasting impression upon you. There were many of these types of moments, however … Continue reading... [more]

The Journey

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 20th, 2015

The adventure was just more than 80 hours with the Scouts. This was a journey with the Scouts learning about themselves, the Adults learning about how the Program works and about to work with each other. Just like the Totin … Continue reading... [more]

Highly recommended

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 19th, 2015

Recently, a friend let me read a letter of recommendation written by his son's high school baseball coach. His son is applying to college and the letter was to introduce him to the head coaches at the various schools. It spoke of his strong skills... [more]

Meet musher Matthew Failor's team of Alaskan sled dogs

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 19th, 2015

Meet Matthew Failor's top sled dogs By Gretchen Sparling Videos by Tom Fiorini When you're in the Alaskan wilderness, hundreds of miles from the nearest town, it pays to Be Prepared. This motto helps Matthew Failor keep himself and his team of 16... [more]

Play Pee Wee's Basketball Madness! Test your basketball...

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 19th, 2015

Play Pee Wee's Basketball Madness! Test your basketball skills against Pee Wee and the rest of the BL gang in Pee Wee's Basketball Madness... [more]

Cub Scout Leader "Survival Guide" 3

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 19th, 2015

This is the third of a five-part series, Part one Understanding Cubs | Part two Understanding Meetings I've been a Cubmaster, and a den leader for Wolf, Bear,and Webelos dens. Volunteering as a Cub Scout leader ought to be a lot of fun, and it is,... [more]

Green Bar Bill and Wood Badge

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on February 18th, 2015

It's Wood Badge Wednesday time again. In this post I want to share a bit about my Scouting Hero William "Green Bar Bill" Hillcourt. Everyone knows that William Hillcourt wrote books for the Boy Scouts of America, but few are aware of all of the... [more]

Cub Scout Leader "Survival Guide" 2

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 18th, 2015

This is the second of a five-part series, the first features thoughts on understanding Cubs , the third post will discuss understanding volunteering. I've been a Cubmaster, and a den leader for Wolf, Bear,and Webelos dens. Volunteering as a Cub... [more]

3 Types of Pocketknives

Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on February 18th, 2015

Owning a pocketknife is almost a rite of passage for many boys and especially so for Cub Scouts. Many of our boys can't wait until they're Bears so that they can earn their Whittling Chip which allows them to carry a pocketknife at pack campouts. ... [more]

No Wifi? No Problem

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 18th, 2015

No Wifi? No Problem... [more]

The Result of Manner on Youngsters in College

Posted to Summit Blog on February 18th, 2015

Brooklyn-centered online hobby bazaar Etsy features nearly 20-million customers around the globe at the time of 2015. Buyers travel for the website for special, hand-made craft supplies, antique things and objects. The website is home to more than... [more]

80 Hours of Scouting

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 18th, 2015

The Troop that Elliot is in has a regular trip to Southern California for 80 hours to Disneyland, Magic Mountain and Knotts Berry Farm over Presidents Day weekend. This year was the year for it. The trip will not happen … Continue reading... [more]

Avoiding Hypothermia During Cold Weather Activities

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 17th, 2015

Our crew is going skiing this weekend. The weather forecast is for cold, cold, and more cold. So it is important that they know how to safely enjoy outdoor activities in extreme temperatures. Avoiding hypothermia is key to a successful outing... [more]

Cub Scout Leader "Survival Guide" 1

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 17th, 2015

I've been a Cubmaster, and a den leader for Wolf, Bear,and Webelos dens. Volunteering as a Cub Scout leader ought to be a lot of fun, and it is, most of the time. We had a "normal" Cub Pack, (if such a thing exists). We always needed more help, we... [more]

Issue 433 â€" February 17, 2015

Posted to Ask Andy on February 17th, 2015

________________________________________ In my January 13th column (No. 431), in response to a reader's comment about "lard-butt Eagle Scouts," I responded, "Yup, pull-ups are still required for Personal Fitness merit badge." I was right and wrong... [more]

Podcast 255 â€" High Adventure!

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 17th, 2015

… you know you'd like to go! Getting a high adventure trip off the ground sounds difficult, but you can make it happen for your Scouts. This week I'll discuss some of the things you need to do to set up high adventure, and answer email... [more]

Things Every New District Executive Needs to Know But Won't Be Told Part 3

Posted to Scouting Maniac on February 17th, 2015

Here is the next five of 50 things that every new District Executive needs to know but their Local Council Executive Staff won't tell them. This is list is based off of personal experience and in no way represents what a the BSA at either the... [more]

Does the Cub Scout Year End with the Blue and Gold Banquet?

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 16th, 2015

Nicole sent in this question I am looking for a little bit of info. I was also "volunteered" into the den mom position (which I totally didn't mind) but have no clue about any of this cub scout stuff. We made it through most of the year (thanks to... [more]

Claiming My Blog

Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on February 16th, 2015

<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/13655543/?claim=dw5dcegeuuf">Follow my blog with Bloglovin</a> The post Claiming My Blog appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long ... [more]

Speak up! You can do it!

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 16th, 2015

Of all the things that terrify people, the one at the top of the list for most is public speaking. So much so, in fact, that a lot of people would rather have a root canal than get up and give a speech to a group. For anyone in a leadership... [more]

Backpacking Food

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on February 15th, 2015

A couple ways of thinking about backpacking food. First. Quick and easy.. boil water Second. Pre cook and reheat. And third, make it from scratch. When we are talking about Quick and easy we throw freeze dried or dehydrated meals in to the mix... [more]

B.P.'s Blog â€" International Scouting

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 15th, 2015

During his lifetime Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the worldwide Scouting movement, wrote many books and articles directed to Scouters. Each Sunday I'll publish a selection from his writings in the hope that you'll draw inspiration and... [more]

Arrowtour Promo Video

Posted to Order of the Arrow Youtube Videos on February 13th, 2015

In the summer of 2015, the Order of the Arrow will take it's centennial celebration on the road through ArrowTour: Our National Centennial Experience. Check out this video to see what will be traveling on the road, and visit... [more]

2015 Boy Scout Requirements booklet - Requirements Updates

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on February 12th, 2015

The new 2015 Boy Scout Requirements booklet (#33216 - SKU# 620714) is now available for purchase from Scoutstuff.org, and should be in the Scout Shops soon. The book contains the following new material: Requirements for the new merit badge which... [more]

10 Point Scout Troop Checkup

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 12th, 2015

Active, aware, Scouters all ask themselves how well they are delivering the Scouting program. There are any number of ways to measure metrics, the Journey to Excellence being the most familiar and widely used tool. I am going to suggest ten... [more]

A news site for all Scouters

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 12th, 2015

It's been said that the Boy Scouts of America is the largest user of dead trees anywhere in the world. The number of printed publications has been legendary – handbooks, pamphlets, forms, guidebooks, magazines – seemingly one for every... [more]

The Great Non Negotiable

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on February 12th, 2015

I often talk about Character with our Scouts and on this blog. To me Character is the Great Non Negotiable. Character is that which once you give it away, you can not get it back. Character can never be taken from you, but you can freely give it... [more]

Arctic Blast

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 11th, 2015

Arctic Blast... [more]

TEST 4

Posted to Ask Andy on February 11th, 2015

Testing Feedburner Again... [more]

For Your Consideration: The World Scout Jamboree

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 11th, 2015

In just five months, more than 30,000 Scouts and leaders from 161 countries around the world will converge on Kirara-hama, Yamaguchi, Japan, for the 23rd World Scout Jamboree . The registration deadline is fast approaching - you have until March... [more]

Top 10 things to get a brand new troop up and running

Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on February 11th, 2015

Over the weekend, I had the privilege of teaching Basic Training to a group of Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters from my District…15 of them with experience that ranged from being brand spanking new in a troop just being formed to a few... [more]

Custom Neckerchiefs and Patches

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 10th, 2015

We recently ordered new custom neckerchiefs and patches for our Troop and Crew, and I wanted to share two sources that I can highly recommend to Scouters looking for custom neckerchiefs or patches. (Please note that these companies are not... [more]

Test 3

Posted to Ask Andy on February 10th, 2015

Testing Feedburner Subscriptions... [more]

Test 2

Posted to Ask Andy on February 10th, 2015

Testing Feedburner Subscriptions... [more]

Teaching Cub Scouts How to Build a Fire

Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on February 10th, 2015

Learn how to safely build a... [more]

Feeling Lucky?

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on February 10th, 2015

Hey, you probably know BoyScoutTrail.com is giving away goodies every month. Check out my contest page and take a shot. Here are a few more contests you might want to enter... Scouting magazine is giving away gift cards and knives. Visit their... [more]

Write a funny caption for this photo

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 10th, 2015

What's going on? Write a funny caption for this photo What's going on in this picture? What is that goat doing and what is it thinking? If you can think of a funny caption for this photo, just post it in the comment form at the bottom of this... [more]

Issue 432 â€" February 10, 2015

Posted to Ask Andy on February 10th, 2015

________________________________________ Thanks to you loyal readers and great Scouters for being patient with me! Yup, took a vacation. But by the time I returned I had a major client assignment in my lap, so I did the unthinkable: I let my work... [more]

Chief's Corner is Moving!

Posted to Chief's Corner on February 9th, 2015

We've been blogging from the Chief's office since November 2007. My predecessor, Bob Mazzuca, launched the concept with "Bob's Blog" and I picked up the blogging baton under the newly titled "Chief's Corner." It was a big social media jump for us,... [more]

Podcast 254 â€" Behavior Problems

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 9th, 2015

Behavior problems can be challenging, but… … understanding the basic principles behind addressing difficult behavior helps us resolve them in the best interest of the Scout. I'll answer an email about bullying and another about concerns... [more]

Succession planning for Scout units

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 9th, 2015

On Scout Sunday, I visited the Blue & Gold Banquet of a Cub Scout pack that I am the commissioner for. The pack is well-run, with exciting and interesting activities planned in advance throughout the year. Most of the Scouts received advancement... [more]

B.P.'s Blog â€" Happiness

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 8th, 2015

During his lifetime Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the worldwide Scouting movement, wrote many books and articles directed to Scouters. Each Sunday I'll publish a selection from his writings in the hope that you'll draw inspiration and... [more]

CAMPING 2015 Cubscout Style

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 8th, 2015

I have finally reviewed a lot of the requirements that are coming into effect June 1st 2015. Our Council held a 4 hour class on the changes. Two Commissioners went to the Philmont Training Center over the summer and learned … Continue... [more]

Webelos Food Journal Template

Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on February 6th, 2015

Handy food journal for Webelos Fitness Activity Badge and Webelos Cast Iron Chef... [more]

Baby, It's Cold Out There

Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on February 5th, 2015

It's Klondike Derby time so a little reminder about frostbite danger to the scouts is in order. It only took an hour of walking this morning to develop this cool frost layer. It was -5?F and about 5mph wind - and I was comfortable the entire hike... [more]

Patrol Dads

Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on February 5th, 2015

If you are like me, you've probably been chomping at the bit to see the new Troop Leader's Guidebook that is supposed to replace the Scoutmaster's Handbook. There are so many things that you come across as a Scoutmaster and the 9th edition of the... [more]

Featured Customer: Troop 11 from Enid, Oklahoma

Posted to Official ClassB Blog on February 5th, 2015

We're proud to feature some great photos from Troop 11 out of Enid, Oklahoma! We always think it's really cool when Troops customize our stock designs with personal touches to really show off what makes their group unique! Here's what the Assistant... [more]

Who Should Present the Award?

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 5th, 2015

Melissa sent in this question My son (webelos I) is earning the James m. Stewart good citizen award for a service project he did in 2nd grade (wolf) We have received the model and the patch and plan on presenting it at the blue and gold banquet... [more]

The way things work

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 5th, 2015

I recently attended a presentation on the new Cub Scout Adventure program. Aimed at Scouters who will be implementing the program starting later this year, it was conducted by a member of the national task force that created the new program. He... [more]

FIFA 15

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 4th, 2015

Tips to get better at FIFA 15 How can I get better at FIFA 15? Do you have any tips? Games Guru: Learn whether your favorite players are left-or right-footed, and shoot the ball with their best foot. The shot is much more accurate. Find this... [more]

The power of Why

Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on February 4th, 2015

Hey, it's been a crazy week and now I am heading out of town for a little mini vacation with the wife. So we will get back to blogging this weekend. A couple things I am looking forward to this weekend (after our vacation),, We gave new Scouts... [more]

Ray Mears Northern Wilderness Series

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 4th, 2015

Watch British wilderness bushcraft expert Ray Mears explore the Canadian wilderness in this fantastic six part series. We are off to Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario to go canoeing this summer, and we'll be right on the Southern edge of the... [more]

Help! My Son Doesn't Want to Be a Boy Scout

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 4th, 2015

Elizabeth sent in this question My son will be crossing over in a few weeks. He has worked hard to get his arrow of light and is proud of it. But he is flatly refusing to continue with scouting. I'm heartbroken about it. His personality is such... [more]

High Adventure Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 3rd, 2015

Posted in Adventure Brave The High Adventure troop program feature for Boy Scouts will help a PLC plan a month of activities based on a high adventure campout. The campout should enourage Scouts to get out of their comfort zones and try something... [more]

Boy Scout troop donates wheelchair to 5-year-old

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 3rd, 2015

The funds raised from the Christmas tree stand run by Boy Scout Troop 213 in Forest Grove, Oregon, were supposed to go back to the troop. But that was before the boys learned about Ayden Herrera, a 5-year-old boy who needed a new wheelchair. The... [more]

Scoutmaster's Conference FAQ

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 3rd, 2015

Here's an comprehensive look at the Scoutmaster's conference. All of the references below are official publications of the BSA (the Guide to Advancement 2013 and the Scoutmaster's Handbook ). I have refrained from adding any commentary or opinion... [more]

Baloo's Bugle: Volume 21 Issue 07 - February 2015 March 2015 Core Value - Compassion | Be Aware and Care

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on February 3rd, 2015

Baloo's Bugle: Volume 21 Issue 07 - February 2015 March 2015 Core Value - Compassion | Be Aware and Care Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]

Scouts without Awards at Blue and Gold Banquet

Posted to Scouter Mom on February 2nd, 2015

Jessica sent in this question: I am a Committee Chair & a Den Leader and my husband is Cubmaster. We are a month away from our Blue and Gold Banquet. We have already planned into the ceremony for each rank of scouts to earn their rank badge. We... [more]

Definition Item Marketing Strategy

Posted to Summit Blog on February 2nd, 2015

Working in an office is fantastic for a lot of US. If you solution phones can form effectively and fast, document papers, write press releases, communicate professionally with consumers, or handle equipment it is possible to work in an office... [more]

Cub Scout Whittling Chip Requirements: Pocketknife Safety

Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on February 2nd, 2015

Important pocketknife safety information for Cub Scouts to... [more]

Boy Scout spins records, fights hunger

Posted to Inside Boys' Life on February 2nd, 2015

Washington state Boy Scout Drew Valdez is developing quite the reputation as a disc jockey. So when the young man known as DJ Slap Serif was looking for an Eagle Scout project, it seemed pretty obvious: spin records and fight hunger at the same... [more]

New Print Friendly Option Available

Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on February 2nd, 2015

Cub Scout Ideas is now print-friendly! Print only what you need from any article on the... [more]

2015 Pinewood Derby

Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on February 2nd, 2015

Cub Scout Pack 68 held their annual Pinewood Derby on Sunday, January 25th, at the Melrose American Legion. Ten Cub Scouts and their families attended along with friends a several Boy Scouts. Everyone seemed to have a good time. I have been to... [more]

Bear program changes

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 2nd, 2015

In our continuing series on changes coming this year to the Cub Scout program, this month I'll preview the Bear changes along with some pointers on how to do some advance preparation for some of the Adventures. As always, be sure to consult the... [more]

Into the Wild

Posted to Scouter Adam on February 2nd, 2015

The other day on my Facebook status I posted this: " Elliot and three other Scouts are headed up to Mazama Lodge this weekend for an overnight and hike. Cooking on the Trail and building igloos and having a … Continue reading →... [more]

KNOTS Scout Cartoon For February - Caption Contest Winner!

Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on February 2nd, 2015

February 2015 Caption Contest Winner: Tent Pitching! Cafe Press Items Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]

Thank you committee chairs!

Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on February 2nd, 2015

We had a successful University of Scouting training event in our field-service council¹ yesterday. Every other year, two of our field-service councils conduct a University of Scouting. Attendance was up, by my observation, and there was much good... [more]

B.P.'s Blog â€" Camping Again

Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on February 1st, 2015

During his lifetime Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the worldwide Scouting movement, wrote many books and articles directed to Scouters. Each Sunday I'll publish a selection from his writings in the hope that you'll draw inspiration and... [more]

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