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Year End Camp Summary for 2015
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 30th, 2015
Here is our year-end camp summary for 2015: 1) Jan ââ¬â Backpacking with snowshoes in Little Cottonwood Canyon* 2) Feb ââ¬â Klondike 2015 at Soldier Hollow (District-sponsored event) 3) Apr ââ¬â White Rock near Dugway 4) May ââ¬â... [more]
Year Round Camping Summary for 2015
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 30th, 2015
Here is our year-end camp summary for 2015: 1) Jan ââ¬â Backpacking with snowshoes in Little Cottonwood Canyon* 2) Feb ââ¬â Klondike 2015 at Soldier Hollow (District-sponsored event) 3) Apr ââ¬â White Rock near Dugway 4) May ââ¬â... [more]
Pair of Florida Scouts With Help From Their SM Rescue Two Swimmers
Posted to Scouting News on December 29th, 2015
Scouts from Troop 255 of the Southwest Florida Council where on a camping trip when they heard cries for help and rushed into action. They discovered a pair of unsupervised children swimming in a large creek. One was going under and the other was... [more]
Issue 467 â" December 29, 2015
Posted to Ask Andy on December 29th, 2015
________________________________________ Dear Andy, Last week (December 22 â Issue 466), in response to a 14 year-old Scout who's been getting into fights, with punching Scouts in the face, kicking them in the shins with steel-toed boots, and... [more]
Another Great Year
Posted to Summit Blog on December 29th, 2015
Happy New Year!!! Wow, 2015 just flew by but what a great year it was. With this being only our second year of running a summer program, we had all sorts of new milestones. We had our official opening of the James C. Justice National Scout Camp ,... [more]
Encore Podcast 2 â" Brick Mason; Scoutmaster
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 28th, 2015
Brick Mason, Scoutmaster, Superhero Please enjoy this encore edition while the podcast is on vacation right along with you as you enjoy the holidays with your friends and family. I'll be back on January 11th with podcast 298. You can listen to our... [more]
Course correction for your journey
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on December 28th, 2015
A few weeks ago I answered a question about whether a unit should rearrange its adult roster to take advantage of points available on the Journey to Excellence. By registering a den leader as an assistant Cubmaster instead, the pack would qualify... [more]
How the man in the mirror cut his hair
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 26th, 2015
How the man in the mirror cut his hair Austin: How does the man in the moon cut his hair? Jaime: How? Austin: Eclipse it. View On WordPress... [more]
Merry Christmas!
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 25th, 2015
This old Scouter would like to wish every Scouting family out there a very Merry Christmas. May you have a great time with your family and friends, and safe journey as you go out to celebrate the holiday... [more]
Scouter Claus and Star Wars
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 24th, 2015
I am currently serving as the cubmaster of Melrose Pack 68. I am into my second year of holding this position. While it was not a position I was looking for when I joined the Cub Scout pack committee, I have been having fun. I tell you, Cub Scouts... [more]
The ultimate Pedro quiz How well do you know the Boys'...
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 23rd, 2015
The ultimate Pedro quiz How well do you know the Boys' Life mailburro? Take our fun trivia quiz and find out... [more]
Visit To The Movie Theater
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 23rd, 2015
Melrose Cub Scout Pack 68 currently has 18 members from Tiger Cubs through Webelos Scouts. The pack committee has been doing a great job of finding things to keep the Scouts interested in Scouting and things that are fun to do. A case in point... [more]
Cub Scout Food Drive
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 23rd, 2015
The committee of Melrose Cub Scout Pack 68 would like to see the Scouts earn the Journey To Excellence patch for 2015 so they have been coming up with service projects for the boys. In June the pack did a cleanup project in the city park, picking... [more]
Learn how to draw a bear from a pro
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 22nd, 2015
Learn how to draw a bear from a pro Bears are fun to draw. Watch this video to find out how to draw one with this art lesson from Aaron Blaise, an Oscar-nominated animator who worked on The Lion King , Aladdin , Brother Bear and more. BASIC BEAR 1... [more]
Issue 466 â" December 22, 2015
Posted to Ask Andy on December 22nd, 2015
________________________________________ Mary Tomchuk, of the Patriots' Path Council in New Jersey, educator; Eagle Scout Mom; Silver Beaver and Silver Antelope, St. George and Bronze Pelican recipient; Scouter extraordinaire, has too soon Gone... [more]
Seasons Greetings from The Summit Staff
Posted to Summit Blog on December 22nd, 2015
Happy Holidays everyone! We are now three weeks into December and last week it was dang near 70 degrees outside, not that we are complaining, just that it's hard to believe this year is almost over and that we are in the heart of the holiday... [more]
To be earlyâ¦
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 22nd, 2015
"To be early is to be on timeââ¬Â¦" This is a saying that is often heard around Scouting and pardon me in this post, but one of my pet peeves. I absolutely hate, yeah.. strong word.. but I hate this saying. It does not send the correct message... [more]
Encore Podcast 1 â" A Greeting Card
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 21st, 2015
Please enjoy this encore edition while the podcast is on vacation right along with you as you enjoy the holidays with your friends and family. I'll be back on January 11th with podcast 298. You can listen to our archived podcasts here Get a copy of... [more]
Christmas with Our Founder
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on December 21st, 2015
As the Christian world prepares to celebrate Christmas, I thought I'd devote this week's article to a few reflections on our founder, Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife on the subject of Christmas. Baden-Powell was an accomplished artist who... [more]
The Worthy Cause
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 20th, 2015
As I was driving home from work I was listening to a local Classical Music station.. it sooths me. What I like about the Classical station and most talk radio stations is that they do not play a lot of advertisements. This often goes without... [more]
Winter Hike
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on December 17th, 2015
Being used to preparing for the bitter cold potential of Minnesota winter camping, it feels weird to be packing for a trek across Florida starting on January 3. Yep, I talked my youngest Eagle son into accompanying me from Key West to Lake... [more]
How to replace a skateboard's grip tape
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 17th, 2015
How do I replace the grip tape on my skateboard? Q. Help, Gear Guy! The grip tape on my skateboard is starting to fall off. How do I remove it? - Loosey Goosey, Willoughby, Ohio A. It might seem like a tough job, but it's actually pretty easy... [more]
2016 Summer Staff Jobs
Posted to Summit Blog on December 15th, 2015
Hoozah! We just completed the migration to our new seasonal staff job application software and we are ready to take your application! We are hoping that you will find the application process to be an absolute breeze. For you returning staff... [more]
How to buy and use a trail camera
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 15th, 2015
A trail camera can tell you whatââ¬â¢s lurking in the dark. Hereââ¬â¢s how to buy and use one. What's walking around out there in the dark while you're asleep in your tent? Or visiting camp while you're off hiking? What's raiding your dog's... [more]
Lefty Elf: A Cub Scout Gift Exchange Story
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on December 15th, 2015
Hosting a Cub Scout gift exchange for the holidays? Then check out this fun story that doubles as a game. The Cub Scouts will love it! The post Lefty Elf: A Cub Scout Gift Exchange Story appeared first on Cub Scout Ideas ... [more]
A Bernzomatic TS4000: you should try one!
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 15th, 2015
What do you get an adult scouter who already has everything he needs for scouting? Is there really anything else you could possibly get? Of course there is â always! How about a Bernzomatic TS4000? It slices, it dices, itââ¬Â¦ ok, just kidding... [more]
Issue 465 â" December 15, 2015
Posted to Ask Andy on December 15th, 2015
________________________________________ A fine Scouting friend, and true gentleman, Kendall Brown, has "gone home." Thank you, Kendall. It was my honor to have known you. To your family, please accept my profound sympathy for... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 297 â" One Aim, One Method
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 14th, 2015
Wait just a darn minute, one aim one method, I thought there were more? Well, yes, we commonly hear about multiple aims and methods employed in Scouting, but I think you can reduce them to one each. Understand I am not suggesting we change things,... [more]
Star Wars cars in the pinewood derby
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 14th, 2015
15 awesome Star Wars-themed pinewood derby cars built by Boysââ¬â¢ Life readers ââ¬Â¦ Jump into hyperspace with these 15 awesome Star Wars-themed pinewood derby cars built by Boys' Life readers. View On WordPress... [more]
Is Scouting a religious organization?
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on December 14th, 2015
You have likely heard the fable about the blind men and the elephant. It's a tale that's told in many of the world's religions as a means of explaining how everyone views the diety differently. One version of the story is told: Six blind men were... [more]
Holiday Gear Wishlists
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 13th, 2015
One last reminder ââ¬â be sure not to miss my holiday wishlists! The post Holiday Gear Wishlists appeared first on Scoutmastercg.com ... [more]
Issue 464 â" December 12, 2015
Posted to Ask Andy on December 12th, 2015
________________________________________ Dear Andy, I have a question about one of the Q&A's in your December 1st column about the relationship between chartered organizations and the Scouting units they sponsor. This is the reference point I'm... [more]
Now Trending: #Hammocking
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 10th, 2015
Christmas is always a good time to equip your scout with a few items he might need (or want). So what could that be this year? Two trends you may have noticed lately with regards to outdoor recreation has involved Glamping and Hammocking. While... [more]
The adult involvement paradox
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on December 10th, 2015
While helping a couple Cub Scout packs in my district with their rechartering this fall, we were trying to figure out how to juggle the few adult volunteers so that all the positions are filled. The Cubmaster doubles as the den leader for his son's... [more]
Ideas for Gift Exchange
Posted to Scouter Mom on December 10th, 2015
Nina sent in this question: Hi Scouter Mom! You have been my go to recourse guide for all things Cub Scouts, my Son just earned is AOL, and recently started Boy Scouts, I still have one more Son in Cub Scouts, he is a Wolf. My Son that recently... [more]
New Boo â" Penny Cup
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on December 9th, 2015
A clever way to raise money or a really stupid idea you tell me The post New Boo ââ¬â Penny Cup appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long ... [more]
2017 High Adventure Early Bird Discount
Posted to Summit Blog on December 8th, 2015
Attention Scoutersââ¬Â¦It's back! We will be offering our Early-Bird Discount again for the 2017 the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit Bechtel Reserve! Some of you may have thought "Well, with National Jamboree going on... [more]
Test your Star Wars IQ
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 7th, 2015
Test your Star Wars IQ with our fun trivia quiz. Use the Force. Test your knowledge of Star Wars characters, vehicles and history with this fun quiz. Photos by iStock.com View On WordPress... [more]
Podcast 296 â" Choosing a New Scoutmaster
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 7th, 2015
How do you decide who is right for the job? I think it's a mistake to select a new Scoutmaster as you would hire an employee with interviews, applications, etc. This is something very, very different. I wouldn't choose a new Scoutmaster based on... [more]
Belief or learning?
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on December 7th, 2015
A commenter on a story in The New York Times made the observation: Belief is the conviction that one already knows; learning, in contrast, requires an awareness that one has yet to know. This is what happens when a mania for belief takes over your... [more]
ILST.. what did we learn?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 6th, 2015
Introduction to Leadership Skills Training (ILST), for some of you it means JLT others remember TLT.. either way it amounts to training your youth leaders to make their troop better. Each year we conduct our youth training with the goal of getting... [more]
B-P's Blog â" The Scoutmaster
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 5th, 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]
Holiday Special (Limited availability!)
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 4th, 2015
As a holiday thank you to readers and listenersââ¬Â¦ I've created a special holiday package of e-books and my PDF package. at 40% off the regular price of $25.00 The package includes: Ebook Edition Learn more about the book Ebook Edition (two... [more]
Tents, Tarps, & Sleeping Gear Wishlist
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 4th, 2015
Tents, tarps and sleeping gear form the foundation of your camping kit, here are my choices for adequate shelter and a good night's sleep. Kelty Noah Tarp In most camping situations I prefer a tarp to a tent. The tarp can be pitched in more places,... [more]
Scout earns both GSA Gold Award and Sea Scout Quartermaster Award
Posted to Scouting News on December 4th, 2015
Last Saturday was a special time for one local girl when she was named to the highest position within the Sea Scouts, Quarter Master. Gina Beckman, who attends the University of Tennessee Martin, has been involved with the Sea Scouts for a number... [more]
Yellow Shirt or Tan Shirt for Female Den Leaders?
Posted to Scouter Mom on December 3rd, 2015
Lorraine sent in this question: What type of shirt do female den leaders wear? (yellow or tan)I want to get a shirt to wear so my Webelo Scouts understand and take pride in the uniform. (lead by example) I never had a shirt before, we are Webelo 1... [more]
My Eagle Project
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on December 2nd, 2015
Most of the time when you hear of someone talking about their Eagle project they are referring to their project for their Eagle Scout Rank. I am too old for that type of Eagle project. However, my Eagle project does involve work for a local... [more]
Camping Gear Wishlist
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 2nd, 2015
You can spend as little or as much as you like on camping gear and accumulate lots of things you may use once or twice and lay aside. My choices here are all personally tested and proven, with a good balance of cost for value and durability. You... [more]
The Evil Motorway Sign
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on December 2nd, 2015
Mwahahahaha was the sound that was heard bouncing around the Motorway as the traffic started to back up. The post The Evil Motorway Sign appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long ... [more]
The Character Habit
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on December 2nd, 2015
Character is that which reveals moral purpose, exposing the class of things a man chooses or avoids. ââ¬â Aristotle In other words, what we do shows our true Character. For good or ill, how we behave is truly the mark of who we are. We are what... [more]
Issue 463 â" December 1, 2015
Posted to Ask Andy on December 1st, 2015
________________________________________ Dear Andy, I have a question regarding the relationship between a troop and its chartered organization-in our case, a church, which provides us with meeting and storage spaces. In return, the Scouts of our... [more]
Write a funny caption for this photo
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on December 1st, 2015
Write a funny caption for this photo and we might print it in the February issue of Boysââ¬â¢ Life! What's going on in this picture? What are those snowmen doing and what are they thinking? If you can think of a funny caption for this photo, just... [more]
Easy Cub Scout Flag Ceremony
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on December 1st, 2015
Are you looking for a Cub Scout flag ceremony that will be easy for the Scouts to remember? Check out this Five Finger Flag Ceremony--perfect for the boys! The post Easy Cub Scout Flag Ceremony appeared first on Cub Scout Ideas ... [more]
Baloo's Bugle: Volume 22 Issue 05 - December 2015 January 2016 Trustworthy | The Great Race
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 1st, 2015
Baloo's Bugle: Volume 22 Issue 05 - December 2015 January 2016 Trustworthy | The Great Race Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
Outdoor Clothing Wishlist
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on December 1st, 2015
A modest investment in well-made outdoor clothing will assure that you are comfortable in all weathers and better able to enjoy your experiences in the out of doors. I have never regretted spending a little more for clothing that is as durable as... [more]
High Adventure Girl Scout Style
Posted to Summit Blog on December 1st, 2015
Last year we held the first ever Girl Scout Jamboree. With more than 11 different chapters and over 250 Girl Scouts in attendance, these young ladies bounced, and I mean bounced , between every activity we offer in the Scott Summit Center. They did... [more]
December KNOTS Scout Cartoon
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on December 1st, 2015
December 2015 Tarzan Learns about Camp Gadgets Cafe Press Items Click here for TCDC! (over 400 cartoons spanning 13 years!) Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
Bobcat Ceremony for Space Derby
Posted to Scouter Mom on November 30th, 2015
Jennifer sent in a Bobcat advancement ceremony to share with all of you: I recently helped put together a bobcat ceremony for our space derby. I couldn't find one I liked, so I incorporated a lot of different ideas I had found plus my own. I think... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 295 â" Apples and Oranges
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on November 30th, 2015
Apples and oranges ââ¬â I love a good idiom! A lot of us get caught making "apples and oranges" comparisons between our Scouts. It may be useful to remember t here are no comparisons in the Scout oath ââ¬â only personal pronouns; on my honor... [more]
Make a classic tangram puzzle
Posted to Inside Boys' Life on November 30th, 2015
Make a classic tangram puzzle A tangram is a Chinese puzzle made by cutting a square of thin material into seven shapes that can be recombined in many different figures. WHAT YOU'LL NEED 1?4? x 8? x 8? square of smooth plywood. If your plywood is a... [more]
The part-time patrol method
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on November 30th, 2015
As a unit commissioner and Friends of Scouting presenter, I have the opportunity to visit many troops and packs and get insight into how they operate. We commissioners also talk among ourselves about problems and issues in our units. One of the... [more]
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