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ARA UKCC Level 2 for prospective County Pulling Assessors
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on October 31st, 2008
For all prospective County Pulling Assessors, there is another UKCC Level 2 course being organised nationally between the Amateur Rowing Associtiona (ARA) and The Scout... [more]
Orchestra Dates
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on October 31st, 2008
The National Scout and Guide Symphony Orchestra have announced dates and opened applications for their 2009... [more]
Webelos to Scout Transition
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on October 30th, 2008
Hello fellow Scouters, A lot has been said about Webelos to Boy Scout transition. As a Webelos den leader, it's vital that work hard to make sure you boys go into Boy Scouts. Since much has been written about this topic, I won't go into too much... [more]
Online âScouting Communityâ Beta
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 30th, 2008
BSA National has announced recently that it is planning to launch a " MySpace-type social network site ââ¬Â¦ that will allow Scouts, volunteers and alumni to connect and share stories ." (See this ( link ) August 12, 2008 Dallas Morning News... [more]
Centennial History Book
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 30th, 2008
"Boy Scouts of America: A Centennial History Book" is available for preorder from BSA Supply Group. The 300-page limited edition book covers the entire history of the BSA from its origins in the U.K. through the Depression, both World Wars, and... [more]
2009 NESA Academic Scholarships
Posted to Scouting News on October 30th, 2008
It is time for Eagle Scouts to start working on their 2009 National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Scholarship applications. NESA offers two types of scholarships, Academic and Merit. Today's article is all about the NESA Academic Scholarship, we... [more]
Scouting Community
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 30th, 2008
First it was Facebook ... now it's Scouting Own Online Community . If you have not seen it yet.. it's worth a look see. What will you get out of it? Probably nothing unless of course you want to broaden you Scouting horizons, meet some great... [more]
Video: 2008 Fighter Jet Eagle Scout Project
Posted to Scouting News on October 30th, 2008
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BSA Social Network Site a Reality?
Posted to Scouting News on October 29th, 2008
Some of you may remember hearing about the Boy Scouts of America preparations to launch a Social Network site for its members. This fall, the BSA plans to launch its first social networking site where volunÂteers and Scouts can sign up to receive... [more]
E-Mail Accounts
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on October 29th, 2008
Hi fellow Scouters, E-mail is a crucial part of being involved in Scouting. I have no idea how they did Scouting before the days of the Internet and e-mail (the dark ages). How do you handle e-mail accounts? I learned early on as a leader that I'd... [more]
Backpacking Tip of the Week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 29th, 2008
A Bag of Bags! Keeping your pack organized is important for many reasons. You need to know where your gear is. When the weather gets bad, you want to be able to get to clothing, shelter, and those items that will help you get through the... [more]
In Memorium: Dr. William H. Smith
Posted to Scouting News on October 29th, 2008
Dr. William H. Smith, 88, of Katonah, died on October 22, 2008. Dr. Smith ("Doc") was born in New York City on December 16, 1919 and was raised in Cold Spring, New York. He attended the University of Rochester School of Medicine and interned in... [more]
Oct. 2008 Cubcast (Nov. Theme: Seeds of Kindness)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 29th, 2008
The October 2008 Cubcast from BSA National is available (free). It has ideas for den meetings and more utilizing the November â Seeds of Kindness â theme. It also has suggestions on improving your pack's popcorn sales . And the program has an... [more]
Northern New Jersey Council Welcomes New Scout Executive
Posted to Scouting News on October 29th, 2008
The Northern New Jersey Council is proud to welcome our new Scout Executive, Douglas W. Dillow, as of October 1, 2008. Doug will lead the council in an exciting initiative to bring enhanced programs of the Boy Scouts of America and Learning for... [more]
Blisters
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 29th, 2008
While I have managed to avoid blisters myself one or two usually show up on someone during the course of a Troop backpacking trip. Dr. Paul Auerbach has posted a very comprehensive treatise on preventing and treating foot blisters : To prevent... [more]
Video: 2008 Capitol Area Council Join Scouting Nights
Posted to Scouting News on October 29th, 2008
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Anniversary Contest Almost Over
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 28th, 2008
On October 2, 2008, the fiftieth video was posted to Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast. As a part of the video, Buttons, the radical Scout, gave instructions on how to enter a contest for a dvd to be given away this month. I just wanted you to... [more]
Buttons For President
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 28th, 2008
It is time to announce the Buttons '08 campaign! After all, isn't it time we put someone in the White House who is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent? Isn't it time for... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Archery
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 28th, 2008
Archery. Let's get to the point. I've just finished a very good series of novels that take place in the 14th century, following an English archer (not Robin Hood). Seems that English archers were widely feared due to their prowess with the longbow... [more]
It's in the details...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 28th, 2008
As we get ready for our winter camping we need to exercise the Scout motto.. Be prepared. Camping in the winter months presents different challenges and requires more skills. Winter camping requires a camper to pay closer attention to the details... [more]
Overcommitment
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 28th, 2008
It's great to be a volunteer for scouting or other worthwhile organizations. But sometimes volunteering to do something that you can't do well or adequately can actually be worse than not volunteering at all. The best thing to do when you are... [more]
Centennial History Book
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 28th, 2008
"Boy Scouts of America: A Centennial History Book" is available for preorder from BSA Supply Group. The 300-page limited edition book covers the entire history of the BSA from its origins in the U.K. through the Depression, both World Wars, and... [more]
Trails West Council Discussing Possible Merger with Okaw Valley Council
Posted to Scouting News on October 28th, 2008
According to The Telegraph, Trails West Council is discussing the possibility of a merger with Okaw Valley... [more]
Patrol Box Wash Station
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 28th, 2008
Gregg Shupe Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 12 in Framingham Mass. has come up with a great Patrol Box Wash Station . The station holds three wash basins for cleaning rinsing and sanitizing - looks like a great idea! Associated posts at Scoutmaster... [more]
Video: 2008 Scouts Build Wheelchair Ramp for Pflugerville Man
Posted to Scouting News on October 28th, 2008
This story by KXAN shows Boy Scouts from Troop 4277 in the Capitol Area Council, building a wheelchair ramp for a man with no legs and missing his lower right arm. Community service is a key to the Scouting program, and Scouts are always looking to... [more]
Giving Back
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 27th, 2008
The troop was extra busy this weekend as they not only volunteered at WTSE, they also set up, worked, and tore down the church fall festival at our charter organization church. I had the older scouts and three other Asst Scout Masters with me at... [more]
Getting things Started.
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 27th, 2008
Many times we need to get things started. We need to get the meeting going. we need to get the pack involved in belt loops, district activities, training, council events. As Chairman you can take the pack to the bug juice but you can't make them... [more]
Talimena Hike
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 27th, 2008
This past week was a great one for Pack 19. Last Saturday, we hiked a two-mile trail in the Ouachita National Forest . The trial connects the Old Military Road picnic area to Talimena State Park , near Talihena, Oklahoma. We hiked the two-mile... [more]
Overcommitment
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 27th, 2008
It's great to be a volunteer for scouting or other worthwhile organizations. But sometimes volunteering to do something that you can't do well or adequately can actually be worse than not volunteering at all. The best thing to do when you are... [more]
Wonder Wash and Hand Sanz
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 27th, 2008
Paul Auerbach at Medicine for the Outdoors reviews Wonder Wash and Hand Sanz Wonder Wash is a biodegradeable and concentrated all purpose soap from All Terrain that comes in peppermint scent or fragrance free. It is advertised to be for... [more]
Video: Man With Down Syndrome Receives Eagle Scout Honor
Posted to Scouting News on October 27th, 2008
A news clip about Mathew, a 41-year old man with Down Syndrome who became an Eagle... [more]
MSPP #53: The Submarine Skit
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 27th, 2008
Here is a skit you do not see very often anymore. At least I have not seen it performed by a troop outside of Troop 68 for a number of years. This post to the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast features the Submarine Skit. The Submarine Skit is... [more]
No Show Tonight
Posted to An Hour A Week? on October 26th, 2008
Pack Meeting on Monday, Troop Meeting visits on Tuesday, Leader Meeting on Thursday. And we're just getting together from the campout this weekend. I'll be back next week... [more]
Leadership traits
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 26th, 2008
Courage, Competence, Candor, and Commitment are four leadership traits that are valuable in the leaders tool box for effective leadership. You can hear more about them on my latest show on the Scoutmaster Minute Podcast. Listen here. Thanks to... [more]
NHP Award
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on October 26th, 2008
The National Honor Patrol Award is a great way to recognize patrols that are working together to a common goal and supporting their patrol leader. In our troop, we've had one patrol earn this award last year and three newly-elected patrol leaders... [more]
Scout Trivia - Outdoor Skills
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 26th, 2008
Twenty years ago I bought a game called Scouting Mania, which is a trivia game based on Boy Scouting and camping knowledge. We used the game as an interpatrol activity for many a troop meeting. Now the trivia book is somewhat out of date, but much... [more]
3rd Annual Arizona Exploring and Learning for Lice 10K and 5K Race
Posted to Scouting News on October 26th, 2008
The Grand Canyon Council, Boy Scouts of America is proud to present the 3rd Annual Exploring and Learning for Life 10K and 5K... [more]
Video: Pack 333 Visits Ft. Snelling
Posted to Scouting News on October 26th, 2008
A recap of Pack 333's trip to Ft. Snelling. Includes history of Ft. Snelling, told by the Cub... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 25th, 2008
âShow me a poorly uniformed troop and I'll show you a poorly uniformed leader.â - Sir Robert S.S. Baden Powell Ladies and Gentlemen I give you the methods of Scouting... and the Uniform of the Boy Scouts of (Insert Country here). In the Boy Scouts... [more]
Radio Sandy Springs - Boy Scout Hour
Posted to Scouting News on October 25th, 2008
There was a lot of Buzz about the Atlanta Area's Council "Boy Scout Hour" radio show at the beginning of the month. Learn more about the show and see what they are talking about after three weeks of... [more]
Sportsman Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 25th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for April is Sportsman . Here are the requirements for the Sportsman Webelos activity badge : Do these: 1. Show the signals used by officials in one of these sports: football, basketball,... [more]
Boy Scout Resource - inquiry.net
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 25th, 2008
In a last minute dash to be sure I had plenty of sources available for the scouts tomorrow, I went on a quest tonight for good diagrams of lashings and knots. Of course I'll have two copies of the Pioneering Merit Badge Handbook with me, but I... [more]
That First Committee Meeting
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 24th, 2008
The year 1980 will always be a special year for me. It was the year I began life on my own, and began life as an adult. I was nineteen when I graduated from vocational college in April. I moved into a apartment. I began working at my first full... [more]
Boy Scouts Help Servicemembers Help Malnourished Afghan Children
Posted to Scouting News on October 24th, 2008
Eagle Scout worked to get mixers donated to help assist U.S. officials in teaching Afghans how to prepare "Strong Foods" in order to fight... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #8
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 24th, 2008
This is the last weekend before Hallowe'en, and then the holiday rush begins. Our regular meeting times are on Wednesday nights, so Thanksgiving rushes our month a bit. The same thing happens in December, with Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve... [more]
Backpacking Tip of the Week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 24th, 2008
The weather is changing, getting colder and wetter as we approach winter. It is time again to look at the clothing that we wear on our outings, whether it is a backpacking trip or a close to home camp out, we need to be aware that what we have on... [more]
Boy Scouts Go Digital, See 700% Increase in Popcorn Sales
Posted to Scouting News on October 24th, 2008
New ecommerce platform enables Boy Scouts to extend their fundraising efforts online and via email, expanding the reach of their flagship popcorn... [more]
Menorah Craft
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 24th, 2008
At thebestkidsbooksite.com , they have instructions on how to make this Hanukkah menorah construction paper craft . The instructions include a cut-out template . This would probably be a fun December project for your Tigers or Wolfs. Theme:... [more]
The Mill
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 24th, 2008
By now those of you that follow Scouting on the Internet have read the story of one Coleman Carter. Coleman is an 18 year old Scout that has earned 121 merit badges. That is far and away more than the average of 30 that your typical Scout earns... [more]
National Catholic Committee on Scouting Recruiting for Biennial St. George Trek
Posted to Scouting News on October 24th, 2008
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting® is pleased to announce its high adventure leadership program for older Catholic Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members at Philmont Scout... [more]
JOTI pioneering- the router lashing
Posted to Ropes and Poles on October 23rd, 2008
I've featured a few JOTA towers , but no JOTI pioneering.. until now. :) We were relying on a wireless internet connection this weekend, so the modem needed to be placed high up for good signal. So here is the modem, securely lashed to the wan... [more]
JOTA Tower from the Netherlands - 2008 edition
Posted to Ropes and Poles on October 23rd, 2008
Loy shared a great explanation of how his group built their radio tower last year.For JOTA this year, they have built another radio tower, and pictures of the tower, as well as the rest of their weekend, are available here . Thanks for sharing,... [more]
A Scout is hungry...
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 23rd, 2008
Many of you will be familiar with this small addition to the Scout Law: A Scout is hungry. Anyone who has been camping with them surely knows it. Next Tuesday (28 OCT), Major League Baseball and Taco Bell are here to help you out. More at Steal A... [more]
MUST TRY Recipe for Campouts
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 23rd, 2008
I had this very tasty treat at my training last week and just have to share. Caramel Pineapple Rolls 4 TBS Butter 2 Cans Crushed Pineapple 1 Cup Caramel (ours used the ice cream topping) 1 Pkg Frozen Bread Dough 1 Cup Chopped Walnuts In a sauce... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Archaeology
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 23rd, 2008
Archaeology. Visions range from digging in the endless heat and sand of the desert, to the swashbuckling adventures of Indiana Jones. Dinosaur bones, ancient sea beds, pottery shards near a riverside, Egypt, giant ants that carry you off into the... [more]
Scholar Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 23rd, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Scholar are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Scholar resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Scholar Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye (SHAC) Scholar... [more]
American Scouting Digest
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 23rd, 2008
I do not subscribe to very many magazines. I receive Boy's Life and Scouting magazines, of course. I own a Macintosh computer so I receive Mac/Life and MacWorld magazines. I also get Entertainment Weekly just for the fun of it. Once in a while I... [more]
Watching boy's grow
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 22nd, 2008
Last night I had the pleaseure of watching my son grow. Now I have this priviledge everyday, but it is often akin to watching grass grow or paint dry. My son has a bunch of opportunities his friends don't have. Our council does Merit Badge... [more]
Health and Safety Service Splits up for 2010 National Jamboree
Posted to Scouting News on October 22nd, 2008
In order to make the 2010 National Scout Jamboree "The Best, Most Exciting, Fun-Filled, Safest Jamboree Ever" the services handled in the past as "Health and Safety" has been split into two separate... [more]
Helping the ADC
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 22nd, 2008
Back when my son started in kindergarten, he went to a brand new school. So the council founded a brand new unit. I'm foggy about this first year. I think most of the people who stepped up for the big roles were military. The next fall my son was... [more]
1 Step forward and 2 Steps Back
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 22nd, 2008
Last night my son and I settled in and watched a football game that I would probably not otherwise watch. But it was Tuesday and it was the only Football game on.. so being the football fans that we are, we watched the Temple Owls play the Ohio... [more]
2008 Gift Catalog
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 22nd, 2008
The 2008 Scouting Gifts catalog is now available to view online. The BSA Supply Group catalog includes many items for Cub Scouts and Cub Scouters including clothing, gear, crafts, and commemorative gifts . Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS,... [more]
2007 World Scout Jamboree Final Report Released
Posted to Scouting News on October 22nd, 2008
The final report of the 21st World Scout Jamboree, which took place in 2007, has been... [more]
SHIFT Happens ... Be Prepared to Move Quickly!
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on October 22nd, 2008
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Immunization Policies Approved by the National Health and Safety Support Committee
Posted to Scouting News on October 22nd, 2008
A task force was put together by the National Health and Safety Committee in order to come up with immunization policies for participation in BSA... [more]
Commemorative Silver Dollar
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 22nd, 2008
President Bush has signed into law the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act which authorizes the production in 2010 of 350,000 silver dollars commemorating the 100th anniversary of the BSA . The commemorative design of the coin... [more]
WTSE
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 21st, 2008
Each year, our troop volunteers at WTSE (Webelos to Scout Expo) and this year will be no different. A few adults and several scouts will trek up to Camp Bovay with equipment in hand to build a Pioneer Monkey Bridge. It never fails to provide a... [more]
Eagle Scout Selected to Receive Scholarship
Posted to Scouting News on October 21st, 2008
Eagle Scout selected as reciepeint of Eagle Scout Scholarship from the Souther Region Trust... [more]
Christmas Tree Lantern Craft Kit
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 21st, 2008
These Christmas Tree Lantern Craft Kits f rom Oriental Trading would probably be a fun activity for Tiger, Wolf, or Bear den meetings in December. Light from a flashlight can shine through the cutout stars. The kits are $7.99 plus shipping for a... [more]
Your Gear
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 21st, 2008
I must have been about 10 years old the time my Dad and I went camping alone for the first time. I don't remember much about the trip other than the fact that my Dad seemed to have everything down to science. He had all the answers and seemed to be... [more]
Ten Common Scoutmaster Mistakes
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 21st, 2008
1. Making things more efficient Changes that compromise the responsibility of the scouts to do for themselves may make things more efficient, but they are inimical to the spirit of what we want to accomplish. Inefficiency 2. Applying uniform... [more]
Trone Named Agency Of Record For Boy Scouts Of Americaâs Old North State Council
Posted to Scouting News on October 21st, 2008
Old North State Council (ONSC) is teaming up with Trone to focus on the Boy Scouts of Americaâs 100th anniversary... [more]
An Hour A Week? #160
Posted to An Hour A Week? on October 20th, 2008
Show #160-Feelin' Satisfied Tonight-Lion Cubs from an international perspective, more inspiration, starting campfires, a new uniform Inspection Sheet?, a rookie Cubmaster question and staying on top of communication. Cool Website of the Week:... [more]
Popcorn and Twitter
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 20th, 2008
Thank goodness my portion of the weekend popcorn sales are over. Ok, it's for the most part that I'm done. I'm popcorn kernal so I'm still work on popcorn until December, argh. I know a few people follow me on twitter. As I sat out at a show and... [more]
"Big Picture" Thinking
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 20th, 2008
Selected for it's 10X zoom my digital camera has recorded many Scout outings over the past several years. Every once in a while I wish it had a wider minimum angle to capture more of a big scene. I repeatedly find that I must zoom out to the... [more]
Popcorn Tip--Week #9: Is it really over?
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 20th, 2008
Well, nothing left to sell. You are just waiting for the final delivery so you can pass out your popcorn and collect the money to turn in on time. A few folks might want to reorder, or add to their order. You have a couple of options: 1) Contact... [more]
MSPP #52: Closing Campfire Skits
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 20th, 2008
Ah, the closing campfire program at summer camp. The final bit of fun and laughs. The place were awards are presented from a week of adventure. The last gathering of the campers and troops. And, if your troop is doing a skit or song, it could be... [more]
Cub Scout Wind Spinner
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 20th, 2008
Metal wind spinners in action are pretty cool looking. Now you can get one to hang on your back porch that features the Cub Scout logo . It is $19.99 plus shipping from BSA Supply Group. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS,... [more]
Trained
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 20th, 2008
What does that mean exactly? Does it mean I'll do anything differently at the troop level now that I can stitch the ââ¬ËTrained' emblem to my shirt? Not necessarily because I've been surrounded for a few years now by strong leaders in the... [more]
Sunday Night.. and all is well
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 20th, 2008
The tent is hung and the gear is stored. Another camp out in the books and sealed in the memories of our Scouts... and leaders. This weekend was our annual Webelos Woods Camp out. Every year we put together a nice event, when I say we, I mean the... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #7
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 19th, 2008
Wow, the fall colors are out in great form this weekend. I just returned from a trip, and need to get the Patrol Box out before the weekend fades into the sunset. We have a Patrol Leaders Council at my house tonight, so there is a lot to get packed... [more]
The Leader's Campfire
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 18th, 2008
I received an invitation by email in August, 2007, to participate in a Scouting-related podcast called The Leader's Campfire . The subject of the podcast would be Webelos Transition, and would include five pack and troop leaders from around the... [more]
Scholar Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 18th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for February is Scholar . Here are the requirements for the Scholar Webelos activity badge : Do this: 1. With your parent, guardian, or Webelos den leader, complete the Positive Attitude... [more]
JOTI/JOTA this weekend
Posted to Ropes and Poles on October 17th, 2008
This weekend, Scouts and Guides from around the world will be gathering around the world for the annual Jamboree on the Air and Jamboree on the Internet. Around 570,000 Scouts and Guides took part last year, in 121 different countries. JOTA/JOTI is... [more]
Nov. 2008 (Seeds of Kindness) Program Helps
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 17th, 2008
The November 2008 ( Seeds of Kindness ) Program Helps pages from BSA National are now available (free) for download. Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities and more for pack meetings and activities and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear... [more]
Back in a fewâ¦
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 17th, 2008
I'll be heading out tomorrow night to finish my ASM/BSM Outdoor Leader Training. As I mentioned a few days ago, the weather is supposed to be spectacular and I can hardly wait. There is an added bonus in that they're holding a dual training... [more]
Knots or Not
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on October 16th, 2008
The troop instructors taught the lower ranks how to tie the Bowline knot while another instructor taught the higher ranks how to tie it one-handed at the troop meeting. Everyone there said they could tie the knot. So for a competition, the scouts... [more]
Three Fires Council 2008 Haunted Hike
Posted to Scouting News on October 16th, 2008
Three Fires Council is proud to present the 2008 Haunted... [more]
Mini-Camporee (Part 2)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 16th, 2008
The weekend had arrived for the mini-camporee. The Boy Scout troops from Albany, Avon, and Sauk Centre had arrived at the site Friday night. The Scouts from Melrose arrived early Saturday morning due to the high school homecoming football game held... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: Animal Science
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 16th, 2008
"Animal Science" merit badge covers a subject near and dear to many a carnivore's heart: where our agricultural meat comes from. OK, maybe not the "Horse Option", but everything else looks like farm food that walks. A century ago, most Americans... [more]
Engineer Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 16th, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Engineer are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Engineer resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Engineer Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye (SHAC)... [more]
Yikes! How Can You âBe Preparedâ?
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 16th, 2008
Looking around the web tonight, I found an interesting, if not distressing story about boy scouts getting food poisoning from EColi at a scout camp at the end of July. We had kids throwing up at camp too, but it's because they could buy a pint of... [more]
5th Grader Graduation Poll
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 16th, 2008
Inquiring minds want to know. View Poll Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Webelos Transitionà à à à à à ... [more]
Winners of Northern Tier Staff Photo Competition Announced
Posted to Scouting News on October 16th, 2008
The Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association (SAA) Photo Contest Committee is proud to announce the winners of this yearâs Northern Tier staff photo... [more]
Blog Action Day: Poverty
Posted to Scouting News on October 15th, 2008
How can you as a Scout or Scouter make a difference in the fight against Poverty? This post is part of Blog Action Day... [more]
Scoutmaster Training
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on October 15th, 2008
Our district held its fall Camporee this past weekend and efficiently combined the outdoor skills portion of Scoutmaster Specific Training into the agenda. The idea being that adult leaders will be there with their troops anyway and the day of... [more]
Camp Flag Pole
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 15th, 2008
Do you do Flag Ceremonies at your unit camping events? Have you ever priced a "camping" flag pole for your unit. We went camping last weekend and the weekend before I was standing in the electrical section of my local Lowe's. My mind was wide... [more]
Some Leadership lessons from NOLS
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 15th, 2008
The National Outdoor leadership School is a premier organization that teaches leadership using the outdoors as a class room. It challenges the student to push themselves as they lead others. Critical thinking, skills, and team building are just a... [more]
Mini-Camporee (Part 1)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 15th, 2008
Earlier this year, a few adult troop leaders from neighboring communities got together after a roundtable and began talking about having a mini-camporee. The goal was to get the local troops together for a weekend, line up a few activities, and let... [more]
Cub Scout Day Camp
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 15th, 2008
Cub Scout day camp (also called twilight camp in some areas) is a lot of fun for boys to attend. It lets the boys experience going to camp with activities and a setting that is geared for their age. Here is the official definition of Cub Scout day... [more]
Troop for Boys at Correctional Facility - Positive Steps for Their Futures
Posted to Scouting News on October 15th, 2008
Scoutmaster Welton has now been leading Troop 4 for over a year â one of the first, pioneering traditional Boy Scout troops âbehind barsâ in the... [more]
And further more...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 15th, 2008
After re reading my last post , in response to a Jambo Interview question, I thought it interesting that as an Adult leader in Scouting... We should know all that stuff and act like it too.. all the time. Not just when it comes to interviews.. and... [more]
The Leaderâs Campfire #55
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on October 15th, 2008
#55-Feedback Feedback on popcorn sales, the Outdoor Activity Award, training at Roundtables, going to Woodbadge, being a new leader, discipline, and recruiting leadership. Tonight's show sponsored by ScoutData.com Download the show here: Links: New... [more]
Go! Camp!! Now!!!
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 15th, 2008
If you live in the Houston area and you aren't packing your gear to camp this weekend, you need to check out the weather.Ã If everything holds steady, the low will be 58 and the high 82 on both Saturday and Sunday with little chance of... [more]
Get Ready for the 51st Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) This Weekend
Posted to Scouting News on October 14th, 2008
This year, JOTA celebrates its 51st anniversary. JOTA follows a 48 hour schedule beginning at 0000 local time on Saturday, October 18, continuing through 2400 local time on Sunday, October... [more]
Generating Individual Scout Order Keys for OrderPopcorn.com
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 14th, 2008
This is a great way to encourage incremental sales throughout the year, or to extend your popcorn sales beyond your local area. Just follow the step below, and you will generate the "order key" your Scouts need to get credit for their work. This... [more]
Den Meeting Advancements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 14th, 2008
"Should advancements be worked on during den meetings?" is a common question of new den leaders. Tigers Cubs. To earn the Tiger Cub badge, Tiger Cubs have a set of 15 requirements to complete: 5 Family Activities, 5 Den Activities, and 5... [more]
Jamboree question
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 14th, 2008
I opened the door.. so here it is: JC, a reader of the Blog posted a comment it reads; " Any advise for those of us facing the Jambo interview process? " Well JC, yeah I have some advise... now take it as advise, I can only tell you from my... [more]
An Hour A Week? #159
Posted to An Hour A Week? on October 14th, 2008
Show #159-Misunderstanding Back to a regular show with me talking about my latest CSLS 1 and 2 trainings, the October Roundtable, Service Projects, our Leader Meeting, New Tiger Parent Meeting and the September Pack Meeting. If you've ever wondered... [more]
University of Evansville to Offer New Scholarship to Top Scouting
Posted to Scouting News on October 13th, 2008
The University of Evansville has teamed up with Americaâs Scouting organizations to create the UE Scouting Scholarship â a $55,000, four-year award for recipients of the Scoutingâs highest... [more]
Whatâs up with this Wood Badge thing?
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 13th, 2008
Per our council : 21ST CENTURY WOOD BADGE Wood Badge is leadership training for all Scout Leaders who are involved in the programs of the Boy Scouts of America â Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing, as well as council and... [more]
Popcorn Tip--Week #8: Wrap it up!
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 13th, 2008
The popcorn season is almost over. You still have a few jobs left to do though. Check with the couple of neighbors that havenât seemed to be home yet. Make sure family orders are all written down. Write out a few âthank youâ notes to drop off when... [more]
New Leader Brochures
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 13th, 2008
BSA National has a set of new-leader brochures for new Cub Scout leaders . Each one gives a brief overview of the Cub Scouting program and of the respective leadership position responsibilities . So You're a New Tiger Cub Den Leader (13-233) (pdf)... [more]
Hi Ho Hi Ho.. it's get ready for Jambo!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 13th, 2008
I just returned from our Contingent "Get to know Ya!" Weekend. During the weekend, we learned which leaders would be going with which in the 14 Troops that will be attending from the Cascade Pacific Council. Since I have been selected to go as a... [more]
ScoutStuff Releases New Gift Catalog
Posted to Scouting News on October 13th, 2008
National Supply Group has released a Holiday Gift Catalog. You can view the offers... [more]
MSPP #51: The Leaders of Scouting (Joe)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 13th, 2008
Twenty years ago the volunteers at Mel-TV, our local cable access television station, filmed a program in which five men who were Scout leaders were interviewed about their Scouting experiences. I recently took that old vhs tape and transferred it... [more]
2008-09 Tiger Cub and Cub Scout Advancement Plan
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 12th, 2008
Here is the " 2008-09 Tiger Cub and Cub Scout Advancement Plan " from the 2008-2009 Cub Scout Program Helps: "While much of advancement in Cub Scouting is intended to be accomplished within the family, many requirements may be met by attending... [more]
Sea Scout Quartermaster candidate helps with Hurricane Ike relief
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on October 12th, 2008
From our incoming email: My friend, Eagle Scout Chris Bergtholdt, is organizing his Quartermaster Sea Scout service project for the children of Hurricane Ike, and I want to ask you to lend a hand. When I worked with Hurricane Katrina evacuees in... [more]
Engineer Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 11th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for February and March is Engineer . Here are the requirements for the Engineer Webelos activity badge : Do both of these: 1. Talk to an engineer, surveyor, or architect in your area about the... [more]
Double H High Adventure Base Closing
Posted to Scouting News on October 10th, 2008
The rumors have been confirmed, Double H High Adventure Base will be closing after the 2009... [more]
3rd Annual âRace to the National Scouting Museum!â Approaching
Posted to Scouting News on October 10th, 2008
The National Scouting Museum is hosting the 3rd annual "Race to the National Scouting Museum" family fun day event on Saturday, October 18,... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #6
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 10th, 2008
Hey, six weeks have come and gone now. Hope the Patrol Box is giving you plenty to read and learn from. Feel free to link to it or send out to your Scouts, too. Shenrapawa's Mighty Troop 423 is headed out on our Lewis and Clark Fall Camporee this... [more]
A Busy Weekend
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 10th, 2008
The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 recently have a pretty busy weekend. It began on Saturday morning when the Scouts and parents met for the annual Scouting For Food Drive and the bi-monthly paper drive. Both began at 9:oo am. Part of the troop... [more]
Belt Loops and Pins
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 10th, 2008
I was looking for another topic to post on today. I thought I would have to wait until after this weekend's Pack Camping experience. Not so, I had an email that just chapped my hide worse than wearing shorts soaked in salt water on hike. I... [more]
Holiday Lights - Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 10th, 2008
The December 2008 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is â Holiday Lights .â Here is the official BSA theme description: âThe Star of Bethlehem, the Miracle of the Lamp, the Morning Star that enlightened Buddha, the bonfires of Yule: many of our holiday... [more]
Three years of Ropes and Poles
Posted to Ropes and Poles on October 9th, 2008
Next Monday, it will be three years since I published the first post on this blog- a small Scout trebuchet . Here are some highlights from the last three years: Massive Israeli pioneering projects It's been great to hear from Scouts around the... [more]
October 2008 News Briefs
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 9th, 2008
The News Briefs in the October 2008 Scouting magazine include the following stories of interest to Cub Scouters: Tribute to Don Murphy, Pinewood Derby inventor Fire Prevention Week 2008 Jamboree on the Air/Jamboree on the Internet The Scout's... [more]
Buckeye November â08 Packet (Seeds of Kindness)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 9th, 2008
Simon Kenton Councilâs Buckeye District roundtable packet for November 2008 ( Seeds of Kindness ) is now on the SKC website. Buckeye District makes a great roundtable packet which is posted monthly on their website. It has games, cooking ideas,... [more]
Backpacking Tip of the week
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 9th, 2008
Compliments of our friends at GORP , the GORP gear pro Keith Morton gives us a great tip how to keep your heavy stuff in the top section of your pack. Fight Gravity's Drag Pin a stuff bag inside the pack to stop dense items from gravitating... [more]
Three Unexpected Guests
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 9th, 2008
Our Monday nights begin for many at 6pm when the Venture Crew that I advise gathers. Our troop's SPL is also a member of the crew. Instead of our regular gathering, he sent an email calling for any scouts who could make it at 6pm to come early so... [more]
Fitness Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 9th, 2008
The requirements for the Fitness activity badge are designed to be done primarily at home. But there are some activities you can do during den meetings to help boys get the badge completed. As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best... [more]
The Eager Cub Scout
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 8th, 2008
I received an email a couple days ago about a blog post written by a mother who has recently enrolled her young boy in Cub Scouting. I checked it out and it brought a smile to my face as I read it. I wish all parents would read it. It is a great... [more]
A Solid Foundation
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 8th, 2008
This morning as I watched the morning news, a story about a house in Portland that was sliding down a local hill, hit the headlines. The news told us that a house in the West hills of Portland began sliding down the hill that it sat on and was... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: American Labor
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 8th, 2008
"American Labor" refers to the working people of our country. We often hear that America has the finest and most productive workforce in the world. They even have their own holiday: Labor Day. Our workforce is important enough to warrant a seat... [more]
Den Signs
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 8th, 2008
In our pack, we meet at our chartered organization (a church) during den meeting weeks. We have den signs designating each den's room. The signs are put over the doorway before den meetings start and are taken down afterward. Here is a link to the... [more]
In Your Everyday Life
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on October 8th, 2008
A requirement for every rank advancement in Boy Scouts is Demonstrate Scout Spirit in your everyday life . This requirement is handled in many different ways, from being an automatic sign-off to requiring scouts to write essays on what they've done... [more]
I'll take some Webelos to go.. Please.
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 7th, 2008
As much as my Troop is in fact our little Utopia of Scouting... We still have the need to go out and recruit. It is that time of the year when we are out doing Webelos Den visits and they are coming to us for activities and visits with their... [more]
October 2008 Scouting Magazine
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 7th, 2008
The October 2008 issue of Scouting Magazine is now available at the magazine website. Link This issue has articles of interest to Cub Scouters on the following subjects: Getting parents excited about Scouting . Link Avoiding sickness when hiking ... [more]
Potawatomi Area Council Dedicates New Service Center
Posted to Scouting News on October 7th, 2008
Potawatomi Area Council dedicated their new Council service center at the end of... [more]
An explanation of the New Square Knots
Posted to Scouting News on October 7th, 2008
The National Council approved a number of different Square Knots over the last year. Here is a brief description of four of... [more]
An Hour A Week? #158
Posted to An Hour A Week? on October 7th, 2008
Show #158-Get Happy! Tonight -Stressed? Tired? Need inspiration? This is the show for you! Tips for getting reenergized, getting more volunteers, inspiration and some fun. Tonightâs show sponsored by Badge Magic... [more]
Picture of the Week
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 7th, 2008
Many of the adults in our troop have taken to sleeping under the stars in what has been dubbed Cot City. At summer camp, 2008, Jr. Cot City was born. Ã Ã Ã Ã Ã Ã ... [more]
Not often
Posted to Chairman's Chat - A Pack Committee Blog on October 6th, 2008
It's not often that scout leader's get recognized. Of course we don't do this for the recognition, but it is still nice to hear that thank you every once in a while. Saturday, we had a show and sell location at a local sporting good store. I... [more]
Popcorn Tip--Week #7: Try a new neighborhood or business district
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 6th, 2008
After a few weeks of knocking on the neighborsâ doors, selling in front of a âbig boxâ store, calling Grandma and sending a sign-up sheet to Dadâs workplace, it might be time to be adventurous. Try a new neighborhood. Bike over with a buddy, or see... [more]
Partisan Political Activities
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 6th, 2008
Citizenship training is one of the fundamental aims of scouting. We encourage our scouts and their families to be informed about the political process and to become involved. But involvement in partisan political events must be as a private... [more]
Gilwell Park... Home of Wood Badge
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 5th, 2008
There is a website that is starting up from the Scout Association (SA) in the United Kingdom (England). My friend in England, Nick posted about this on his blog , so I thought I would get the word out to more of our American readers. That is where... [more]
Video Training Resources
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 5th, 2008
Scouting Maniac has gotten into my head. I started pondering ways to better equip our own troop to train the younger scouts on orienteering. I know that the church where we meet has a very old course on it, although it's long been overgorwn. Of... [more]
Fitness Requirements
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 5th, 2008
One of the official suggested Webelos activity badges for January is Fitness . Here are the requirements for the Fitness Webelos activity badge : Do this: 1. With your parent, guardian, or Webelos den leader, complete the Health and Fitness... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 5th, 2008
âDo right. Do your best. Treat others as you want to be treated.â - Lou... [more]
A Happy Life- Communication
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 4th, 2008
"The world needs a sense of worth, and it will achieve it only by its people feeling that they are worthwhile."- Fred Rogers So I posted a little while ago BP's farewell message to the Scouts of the World. The other day, my good friend Steve, from... [more]
Gimme the Ball!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 4th, 2008
So now that the Squabbling is over and the dust has settled.. we can get back to Scouting...and Leadership. But to get there we need to talk about... yes it's October.. Football. Last night the Reynolds Raiders (our High School) won its first game... [more]
Footsteps of American Saints
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 4th, 2008
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting has created a new series of patches called Footsteps of American Saints . You do not have to be Catholic to earn them. There are different requirements for 1st to 5th grades; 6th to 12th grades; and for... [more]
October 2008 Balooâs Bugle - November (Seeds of Kindness) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 4th, 2008
The October 2008 Balooâs Bugle (by Commissioner Dave) is now available for free download. It has games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings for the November 2008 monthly theme ( Seeds of Kindness ) ... [more]
New Cartoons Added for October
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on October 3rd, 2008
The October Knots cartoon is now posted! This month we look at the model design and building merit badge. Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
Help the BSA get listed on SocialVibe
Posted to Scouting News on October 3rd, 2008
There is a push, albeit a small one right now, to get the Boy Scouts of America listed as a Cause on SocialVibe. Your help is... [more]
Hugged Yer Commissioner Lately?
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on October 3rd, 2008
Commissioners are pretty tolerant folks. They've listen for years to jibes like "The redcoats are coming!" and "Here comes a Commissioner--hide the coffee!" and "Uh-Oh! There's the Patch Police!" Yet, despite these wisecracks, they have just one... [more]
Building Confidence in Youth Leadership
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on October 3rd, 2008
Green Bar Bill Hillcourt's oft repeatedà encouragement to " Train em' trust em' and let them lead " remains the simple formula for building and maintaining confidence in youth leadership.à Hillcourt's formula has three active... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #5
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 3rd, 2008
The weather is sunny and warm, and down into the 40s at night. Perfect for camping and dragging out the Patrol Box. Lots of interesting things in the Patrol Box this week. Fire is always popular. There is also a video and a video game tucked away... [more]
Resource Update: The Frontier Culture Museum
Posted to ScoutSigns on October 3rd, 2008
The other day I received a mailing from The Frontier Culture Museum . Since it is in my backyard, I should have thought of it when I listed resources for the American Cultures merit badge. This is a living history area, with working farms from... [more]
New Resource for Geology Merit Badge
Posted to Scouting News on October 3rd, 2008
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), located in California, has developed a program for Boy and Girl Scouts interested in working on geology related merit... [more]
BSA Pittsburgh Newspaper Article
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 3rd, 2008
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review has a September 26, 2008 article about BSA National's upcoming efforts toward improving membership and public awareness . The article says the new efforts will include "high-profile events" as well as providing... [more]
Squabbling...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 3rd, 2008
Ok.. I have been baited, and took the bait. There is this reader, who chooses to remain anonymous.. and that's fine. But he clearly is misguided and has bought into the idea what he reads on the Internet is the the whole story. Cutting room... [more]
Senate Passes Centennial Commemorative Coin Act
Posted to Scouting News on October 3rd, 2008
On September 27, 2008, the Senate Passed bill H.R. 5872, the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin... [more]
A Jr Asst Scout Master is asking for help
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 3rd, 2008
Over at ScoutingManiac's blogsite, a Jr Assistant Scout Master has asked for some help with a troop issue. I know we have a lot of strong leaders that read this blog who could help him out. If you decide to answer him, it'd be great if you would... [more]
MSPP #50: Buttons Reads the Farewell Message
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on October 3rd, 2008
It is hard to believe, but this video is the 50th posting to the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast ! When I started doing this I never even considered making it this far, and I would not have if people would not watch the videos. I also would... [more]
Kindergarten Lions: An Update
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 2nd, 2008
I got an email today from someone with the Northern Star Council with some additional information about the kindergarten Lions program which is currently undergoing pilot testing. What I was told is that Northern Star Council is working with the... [more]
Swingboat
Posted to Ropes and Poles on October 2nd, 2008
8th Pretoria Saint Alban's built this Swingboat earlier this year at Gauteng Kontiki . Total construction time was around 4 hours, with a troop of approximately 20 (relatively young) scouts. The swing seat plank is suspended using a scaffold hitch... [more]
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 2nd, 2008
Kinda Non- Scout related... but it is all about Character in the end... Last night , after we got home from my sons football game we were talking about how proud I was of the teams performance, in particular the play of a certain Quarterback... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for October's RT & November's Theme, "Seeds of Kindness," is on-line
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on October 2nd, 2008
The newest edition of Baloo's Bugle is now available in Word.doc and Adobe.pdf This is a service oriented theme with lots of action - just in time for Scouting for Food !! Lots of activities for your Cubs to do and have fun helping others. Learn... [more]
Memorializing the Little Sioux Scout Ranch Tornado Heroes
Posted to Scouting News on October 2nd, 2008
Mid-America Council is looking for assistance from other BSA Councils to memorialize the victims and heroes of the Little Sioux Scout Ranch Tornado that occurred on June 11,... [more]
Scientist Resources
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 2nd, 2008
As with all the Webelos activity badges, the best resources for Scientist are the Webelos Handbook and the Webelos Leader Guide . Here are some other Scientist resources that may be helpful: Meritbadge.org Scientist Worksheet (pdf) Buckeye... [more]
Anonymous writers...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 2nd, 2008
Today an Anonymous reader of the Scoutmaster minute left a comment on the post " Troop Shopping ". Now I really do not want to get into the habit of squabbling with readers, and by and large, the readers of the Scoutmaster minute leave some good... [more]
Troop Training Updates
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on October 1st, 2008
The newly-elected SPL ran the troop leader training and planning sessions on Saturday. He chose to do both in the same day and it worked out great - everyone was happy to get finished a little early. This SPL just attended the council's youth leader... [more]
Seeds of Kindness, Popcorn Sales
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on October 1st, 2008
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... [more]
Guatemala
Posted to BSA Value of Scouting Podcast on October 1st, 2008
Eagle Scout Project benefits a Guatemalan... [more]
You are what they say about you...
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 1st, 2008
Here is a role model for you... "Of courage undaunted, possessing a firmness & perseverance of purpose which nothing but impossibilities could divert from it's direction, careful as a father of those committed to his charge, yet steady in the... [more]
Unusual Camp Stories: Swat Team Storms By
Posted to Scouting News on October 1st, 2008
Boy Scouts spending the week at Camp Geronimo, north of Payson, awoke over the summer to see heavily armed officers and SWAT team members parading through their... [more]
September 2008 Wrap-up
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on October 1st, 2008
September set a new record for monthly page views on Kismif.org - 26,264 page views . There were an average of 361 unique visitors per day in September. And Kismif.org now has 278 posts. Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for September (other... [more]
My what a good boy am I... huh?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on October 1st, 2008
As you know if you read my Blog with any degree of regularity, I am a Football fan. So this is my favorite time of the year. I have posted before about Sports stars and their antics, and this one will not be any different. You see they just never... [more]
Want to Impress Your Friends?
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on October 1st, 2008
Last night I tried to peak your interest in climbing and becoming a trained BSA Certified Climbing Instructor. Hopefully, you have a new found ambition to rush out and get trained. If you have a fear of heights, don't sweat it. There was a... [more]
Unit Celebrates High Number of African American Eagle Scouts
Posted to Scouting News on October 1st, 2008
A Northern Star Council Boy Scout Troop is celebrating a record number of African American Eagle Scouts within a single... [more]
Spelunking Injury
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on September 30th, 2008
The first time the Boy Scouts of Troop 68 went spelunking at Eagle Cave in Wisconsin they had a great time. So it was not a surprise that we scheduled another trip to the cave a few years later. (Pictures of the trip can be seen on our troop... [more]
Merit Badge of the Week: American Heritage
Posted to ScoutSigns on September 30th, 2008
"American Heritage" should have been awarded a lot more than it has. 4,274 American Heritage merit badges were awarded in 2007, out of 1.89 million. ( BSA Fact Sheet ) When I was a kid, we were taught US History in the eighth and eleventh grades... [more]
An Hour A Week? #157
Posted to An Hour A Week? on September 30th, 2008
Show #157-Chrisbacca Training the new syllabus, Scout Shop findings, uniforming, a Highland Games themed campout, am I qualified to do this show?, turf wars, Philmont Dates for Cub Extravaganza, more Lion den news, positive picketing and fire... [more]
November 2008 (Seeds of Kindness) DMIAB
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on September 30th, 2008
The November 2008 ( Seeds of Kindness ) Den Meeting in a Box is now available from BSA Supply Group for Tiger, Wolf, or Bear den meetings. It is $37.49 and includes ten âSpread Some Cheerâ booklets, a kit that makes ten Seeds of Kindness journals,... [more]
OA Conclave 2008
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on September 30th, 2008
A week ago, I attended the Totanha Nakaha Lodge's Mustang chapter conclave and it was one of the most educational experiences I've had in scouting. I've been an ordeal member for a couple years, being selected as an adult and doing the Ordeal... [more]
The Chartered Organization
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on September 30th, 2008
The other day while I was training new Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, we were discussion the Troop Organization. I asked if people in the room knew who the Chartered Organization was for their units, some did, most did not. The Chartered... [more]
To Climb or âKNOTâ to Climb
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on September 30th, 2008
If your troop is full of climbing monkeys like ours is, then you can expect that you'll need to be able to offer them the opportunity to climb at least once, if not twice per year. I can't encourage you enough to look into the training that your... [more]
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