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Follow the 2010 National Scout Jamboree From Wherever You Are

Technology has changed quite a bit since 2005, the year of the last BSA jamboree. In December of that year, Facebook added its 5.5 millionth member. Today it has 500 million. Twitter didn't exist at the last jamboree. The 140-character craze... From Scouting Magazine 1 week ago

This Weekend, the ScoutQuest Is on for Fun and Great Prizes

Last month, we told you all about ScoutQuest, the high-tech, interactive treasure hunt in Washington, D.C. And now the wait is over. On Saturday and Sunday, you and your Scouts can "uncover the links between Scouting and some of our greatest... From Scouting Magazine 1 week ago

This July, Send Your Scouts on a Quest for Adventure (and Great Prizes)

Next month, Scouts from across the country will converge in Washington, D.C., for ScoutQuest , a high-tech, interactive search that anyone can play. ScoutQuest is held July 24 and 25; the 2010 National Scout Jamboree begins the next day. Players... From Scouting Magazine 1 month ago

Off to Camp

Well...it's about 3 1/2 hours to departure, and I can't wait. Yea, there is a not-so-favorable forecast tonight, and I thought about calling off the trip, but so many times, I have seen posts on PTC Media and Twitter about the chance of... From True North Scouting 1 month ago

My Campfire Minute

At tonight's campfire: Tonight we welcome a new scout from Erie on his 1st campout with the Troop. tonight is also sadly the last campout for J and M as they leave us and move to Iowa. Gentlemen you are always welcome back whenever you want. And... From The Scoutmaster 2 months ago

Improving Access to Scouting Publications

It is heartening to see that the BSA is increasing the number of publications offered in digital form. I am particularly appreciative of having the Guide To Safe Scouting , Advancement Committee Policies and Procedures , Insignia Guide ,... From Scoutmaster 2 months ago

Wood Badge

Today was the first day of Wood Badge course. I was very happy to get a great group. They are enthusiastic and energetic. My 1st presentation went off well and I was very relived. Day 2 starts in 6 hours so off to bed. More when I return Its only... From The Scoutmaster 3 months ago

The Good Turn

As a Scout one should "Do a good turn daily". It can be as simple as holding open a door, picking up a dropped item or helping the little old lady across the street. Yesterday as I walked into work I passed the old Scout Shop (it is between my... From The Scoutmaster 3 months ago

BSA Patches on Space Shuttle

BSA Press Release Contact: Julie Bulthaus 314-982-8779 314-920-8004 (cell) julie.bulthaus@fleishman.com Scouting's Centennial is Out of This World-Literally! Boy Scouts of America's 100th Anniversary Year of Celebration Patches Head to International... From U.S. Scouting Service Project 3 months ago

Kindle, iPad, and Scouting

There has been a lot written about the Kindle vs. the iPad debate. My question is this, is either one useful for the wonderful world of Scouting? I do not own either one, but I do see possible uses for both gadgets. Amazon's Kindle, an e-book... From A Scoutmaster's Blog 3 months ago

Scouting's Centennial Is Out of This World-Literally!

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has officially taken its 100th Anniversary Celebration to new heights. Four Year of Celebration patches left the stratosphere today as cargo on the space shuttle Discovery's STS-131 mission to the International Space... From Scouting News 3 months ago

100 Days of Scouting: Days 45 and 46

It happened again, I forgot to post last night! Day 45: - listened to The Leaders Campfire Podcast. I miss those guys! Keep up the great work! - Finalized Campout Schedule after time discussions with PL and some PL Advisors on time needed for... From The Scoutmaster 4 months ago

100 Days of Scouting: Day 35

Tis Sunday the traditional day of rest...not for your average Scouters :) - contacted several Scouts via email about different things (Merit Badge University, Eagle Projects, Troop Website, Firecrafter, Scouting For Fos od) - printed out OA Ballots... From The Scoutmaster 4 months ago

Scouting and iPhone Apps

So, you are a Boy Scout, or a Boy Scout leader, who has an iPhone or an iPod Touch. Did you know that there are a few apps available just for you in the Apple iTunes App store? Yep, that's right. There are now apps available for the Scouting geek... From A Scoutmaster's Blog 4 months ago

100 Days of Scouting: Day

- went to Scout Shop one last time for the week. Got leadership patches - met PLC @ 5PM and headed to Camp Belzer for TLT Weekend Its only an Hour a Week Bryan Bryan Spellman bryanspellman@gmail.com (317) 572-7199 Sent from my Verizon Wireless... From The Scoutmaster 5 months ago

Rock Gym Lock-In

had a great lock-in at the Rock Gym in Midlothian, VA. Joe shot a couple of vids with his iphone, so I'm posting them here for your perusal ... From From the Committee Chair 5 months ago

Scout Tracker iPhone App

Scout Tracker records individual rank advancement in a Scout's iPhone or iPod touch. The current version includes the January 1, 2010 rank requirements. This simple, utilitarian and welcome way of tracking advancement is another demonstration... From Scoutmaster 6 months ago

How Do You Use Electronics on Scouting Outings?

There is an on going debate about electronics used in Scouting. While "Traditional" Scouters shun the new technologies and do not embrace what is the future, others seems to grab ahold and run with the new ways to "DO" Scouting. No matter which... From The Scoutmaster Minute 8 months ago

Version 1.1 of Boy Scout Handbook iPhone App Now Available

On Saturday, the BSA released version 1.1 of its Boy Scout Handbook iPhone app. The app, which we gave a favorable review in early September, gets even better with this update. One of only complaints we had with the original version of the app was... From Scouting Magazine 8 months ago

The Scoutmaster Minute Twitter Edition

The Scoutmaster Minute has now hit the big time.. errr.. well maybe not the big big time.. but at least 2009 and Twitter! I have been on twitter for some time now, but until recently have not really used it "to it's potential" as they say. I found... From The Scoutmaster Minute 8 months ago

Scouting With the iPod Touch - U.S. Historical Documents

U.S. Historical Documents As a counselor for Citizenship in the Nation merit badge having the Constitution and Declaration of independence close at hand is helpful. (Note that there are free applications for both but they lack the note making and... From Scoutmaster 9 months ago

Scouting With the iPod Touch - the Backpacker Checklist

The Backpacker Checklist application allows you to build a virtual inventory of all your camping gear and construct trip-specific lists to aid your preparations for backpacking or any other sort of camping trip. Aimed at backpackers but not limited... From Scoutmaster 9 months ago

Scouting With the iPod Touch - Pocket Universe & Daylight

Pocket Universe is the best (and least expensive) of several astronomy applications I have purchased. Pocket Universe has a simple to use yet a rich set of features. The planetarium-like display features a clear horizon, something other... From Scoutmaster 10 months ago

Rocket to Scouting

Bob, our Scenic District Executive, told me that he would be in town on Thursday for the school's Health and Wellness Fair. He had reserved a table during the three hour event to promote Scouting, which was a good idea. Membership in the local... From A Scoutmaster's Blog 10 months ago

Scouting With the iPod Touch - iBird Explorer

For years I always packed a portable CD player on car-camping trips with the Scouts (and on a couple of backpacking trips back in the dark ages when we carried 40-50 pound packs). IÂ listened to music as I went to sleep and again in the... From Scoutmaster 10 months ago

The New Scout Handbook

I've had my copy of the 12th Edition of the new Scout Handbook for a couple of weeks now and I recently added the Scout Handbook to my Ipod touch. I have also looked over the website bsahandbook.org . As the way we use and manipulate... From Scoutmaster 10 months ago

Personalize Your Phone With a Coveroo

Coveroo has become an official Boy Scouts of America licensee. They offer consumers the ability to personalize their phones and other devices with a licenesed BSA logo, or one of over 1,000 of their other designs, or a custom design. What is a... From Scouting News 10 months ago

Weekend Patrol Box #20

Wow, 20 is a milestone. Translation : a couple of hundred links have been sent your way to encourage your Scouting experience. Videos, blogs, podcasts, merit badges, manuals, forms, awards, fun activities and more have all been sent your way. If... From ScoutSigns 10 months ago

Learn From the Handbook: Lessons Learned

The new Boy Scout Handbook is great, but its title is somewhat misleading. It's not just useful for boys or Scouts-anyone can find a wealth of information inside. That's where our Learn from the Handbook series comes in. Each week we're bringing... From Scouting Magazine 10 months ago

BSA Handbook App Released for iPhone, iPod Touch

You know those iPhone commercials where familiar life situations are made easier with the iPhone? For example: "If you're an avid baseball fan and want to catch a game-winning run, live, there's an app for that." Or: "If you need to find a cab in a... From Scouting Magazine 10 months ago

Texting - 2b or Not 2b?

Mark Bauerlein is a professor of English at Emory University. His latest book bears the unfortunate title The Dumbest Generation . I haven't read the book but based on the professor's recent opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal Â ... From Scoutmaster 11 months ago

Heroes

Who influences the decisions that you make? Or are you a free thinker who needs little help or advice from anyone? I would say that I am one who uses guidance where needed, giving credit where credit is due. Today is one of those days, not because... From True North Scouting 11 months ago

Heroes

Who influences the decisions that you make? Or are you a free thinker who needs little help or advice from anyone? I would say that I am one who uses guidance where needed, giving credit where credit is due. Today is one of those days, not because... From True North Scouting 11 months ago

New Boy Scout Handbook Is 21st Century Guide for Life

The Centennial Edition of the Boy Scout Handbook unveiled by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) prepares the 21st century Scout for new technology while celebrating the organization's rich heritage. The 475-page paperback features nostalgic... From Scouting News 11 months ago

Stay Connected With NOAC Mobile!

If you are attending the National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) which starts officially tomorrow, be sure to check out the NOAC Mobile Website. http://m.oa-bsa.org The NOAC Mobile website will allow Arrowmen to use their PDA and internet... From Scouting News 1 year ago

Scout Songs on Youtube

Hello fellow Scouters, Songs are an important part of the Scouting program. Hopefully you are a pack that sings Scout songs. If you aren't singing, you are missing a wonderful part of the Scouting program. I have a feeling that this is one of the... From The Trainer's Corner Blog 1 year ago

Scouting News for Your Eyes, Ears

What's the best way to keep up with Scouting news, information, and tips on the go? That's easy. Load the BSA's official podcasts, audio or video files that you can download to listen to or watch, into your MP3 player. The term is derived from the... From Scouting Magazine 1 year ago

Old (Ish) Photos

I'm in the process of sorting out some of my photographs so they are better organised and backed up in more then one place, which is always a sensible precaution. Doing this, I've come across some of the oldest digital photos I have of the Scout... From Nick's Ramblings UK 1 year ago

Heroes

Who influences the decisions that you make? Or are you a free thinker who needs little help or advice from anyone? I would say that I am one who uses guidance where needed, giving credit where credit is due. Today is one of those days, not because... From Commissioner's Corner 1 year ago

Happy Birthday BSA Photo Contest

Great contest idea from Boys' Life. Scouts can submit photos via the website to compete for the cover of Boys' Life 's February 2010 edition (THE anniversary edition). From the site: The Boys' Life "Happy Birthday, BSA" photograph contest is open... From ScoutSigns 1 year ago

Boys Life Contest

Boy's Life Contest Participants that wish to participate in this contest are to submit a video that they create about the following aspects of smoking: Smoking is a drug addiction that kills people Smoking makes everything smell bad Remember" A... From Scouting Maniac 1 year ago

Weekend Patrol Box #13

As mentioned before, I've been busy . Or maybe it was the number 13? Camping kind of comes to a standstill during the Christmas and New Year's seasons. Too much work, never enough family, and an endless parade of Scouting paperwork. Think... From ScoutSigns 1 year ago

Another Scouting Podcast?

Cubmaster Chris and I were talking about the PTC Media podcasts the other night when he brought up an interesting idea. He thought I should take some of the Melrose Scouting Productions videos, convert them to mp3 files, and begin an audio podcast... From A Scoutmaster's Blog 1 year ago

Merit Badge of the Week: Art

Art merit badge has the distinction of being the shortest named merit badge. Since I cannot draw a straight line, even with a ruler, let us say I never considered this one when I was a Scout. Many Scouts can tell you that there are 8 basic colors:... From ScoutSigns 1 year ago

Seeds of Kindness, Popcorn Sales

Fall has fallen and we're spreading "Seeds of Kindness" on the October 2008 Cubcast. Hear some great ideas for November's theme on acts of kindness the boys can perform in the spirit of the coming holiday season. Plus, discover great ways to ensure... From BSA CubCast Podcast 1 year ago

An Hour a Week? #151

Show #151-Wish You Were Here Good news - I found my brains! Tonight we spoke about the Scoutparents Unit Coordinator, July Roundtable, August Theme, an interview from the new Chief Scout Executive and how the iPhone saved a campout. And sorry about... From An Hour A Week? 2 years ago

Grab a Scouting Cartoon on Your Mobile Device

If you enjoy Rich's monthly Knots cartoons, it just got better. His monthly cartoons are now available via mobile devices like your handy dandy BlackBerry. On your mobile device, just go to http://usscouts.mobi to go to our mobile device website... From U.S. Scouting Service Project 2 years ago

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