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Dad and Lad Camps a Special Time in Scouting
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 30th, 2009
Yesterday I had the opportunity to work my first Dad and Lad campout , working with a fellow scouter and friend of mine, doing the "I Hate Dishes" program for cub scouts and their fathers. Dad and Lad camps are fun because it is a time for bonding... [more]
Twitter - Facebook - Blog Connections
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 30th, 2009
I have been spending some time the past couple of weeks educating myself about social media. Take a look at this video: For the past ten or twelve years during our week at camp a fellow Scoutmaster and I run a fundraiser amongst the other adults in... [more]
1st Gilwell Park Scout Group Website
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 30th, 2009
It's gone live! The world's largest Scout Group's website is now up and running. Kind of! It is actually live now, but in final testing and will be fully operational for the Gilwell reunion on 5th September. All Scouts, from all around the world... [more]
Happy National Marshmallow Toasting Day!
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 30th, 2009
Happy National Marshmallow Toasting Day! Thats right folks, it's National Marshmallow Toasting Day! Like any camper I love a well brownbed marshmallow and some smores. So today take some time to make yourself a smore wether you use a campfire or a... [more]
Holidays, Camping and Electronics
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 30th, 2009
We've just got back from our holiday in the Lake District . Of course, being the Lakes, it rained, but we weren't too bothered as we had our waterproofs with us so we were ready for anything! As I now have a digital SLR camera, when we go away I... [more]
Area Scouts Carry Out the Boy Scout Law by Helping Others
Posted to Scouting News on August 30th, 2009
Area Boy Scouts are banning together to help their fellow Scouts by putting their outgrown uniforms to good use. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and A Cleaner World have teamed up for the "Outfit a Scout" program to help distribute used uniforms to... [more]
Popcorn Time!
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 29th, 2009
As many people know it is popcorn season in the scouting world (at least in the American part of the scouting world anyways). This year's popcorn season brings about a couple of changes to Trails End's product line-up; for one they have... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, 8/29/09
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 29th, 2009
This week's video is from a series of videos that were made by the BSA symbolizing points of the scout law. This video is about the law helpful. Enjoy!... [more]
Cache to Eagle
Posted to Scouting News on August 29th, 2009
Cache to Eagle is a partnership between Geoscouting, the BSA, and Geocaching.com to highlight Eagle projects across the nation. Through the program, participants set up normal public caches at Eagle project sites that also happen to be good cache... [more]
"He needs Scouting"
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 28th, 2009
There is not a Scoutmaster that I know that has not said those words in conversation. We all know of a boy that really does need Scouting. We have them in our Troops, we know them in the neighborhood, we see them in our kids Schools. Right before... [more]
Cub Scouts 2010 FAQ
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 28th, 2009
Here are excerpts from the official FAQ about the new Cub Scouts 2010 program changes for den meetings and pack meetings from the BSA National website: "1. Why are we doing this program? Initially the experience of one pack which developed and used... [more]
Cub Scouts 2010 Info
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 28th, 2009
Information about Cub Scouts 2010 , the changes to the Cub Scout program in which traditional monthly themes are discontinued and which implements a version of Fast Tracks , is now posted at the BSA National website. Link [ Via Jamie D./Cub Scout... [more]
Name That Council: August 27, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 28th, 2009
You can't complain that this week's Name That Council test doesn't contain plenty of clues. From the city's skyline and the historic ship to the state bird and the state crustacean, there's no shortage of hints. So if you think you know the name of... [more]
Name That Council: August 28, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 28th, 2009
You can't complain that this week's Name That Council test doesn't contain plenty of clues. From the city's skyline and the historic ship to the state bird and the state crustacean, there's no shortage of hints. So if you think you know the name of... [more]
Patrol Spirit
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 28th, 2009
Continuing an examination of Patrols based on the 1960 Book The Patrol System (opens PDF file). 'Patrol Spirit' as described below is key to fostering strong Patrols- Patrol spirit doesn't spring up like a mushroom overnight. It... [more]
So what's in My Backpack?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 28th, 2009
What's in My Backpack. Most Backpackers are always tweeking their gear, replacing old stuff with new, looking for lighter, tougher, more useful (multi use) and of course just plain cool gear. Recently I upgraded some gear, namely my backpack... [more]
The Tents of Troop 68
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 28th, 2009
The current incarnation of Boy Scout Troop 68 began in December 1979, nearly thirty years ago. The troop had virtually no money and only a small amount of gear that had been salvaged from previous troops. The charter organization was not able to,... [more]
Nothing But Nets Teams Up With Boy Scouts of America to Fight Malaria
Posted to Scouting News on August 27th, 2009
The United Nations Foundation's Nothing But Nets, a grassroots campaign to prevent malaria by sending long-lasting insecticide-treated nets to families in Africa, announced today that the Boy Scouts of America has joined the malaria-prevention... [more]
Mourning of a lost Cub Scout
Posted to Scouting Maniac on August 27th, 2009
A 6 year old named Micheal james Stokes from Leavittsberg, Ohio was swimming with a group of cub scouts and then as the group was getting ready to leave they noticed that james was missing and found him drowning in the pool. Originally the boy was... [more]
Health & Safety Alert â" Winter Sports Safety
Posted to Scouting News on August 27th, 2009
The National Council has released a Health & Safety Alert about Winter Sports Safety and Helmets. This is the complete alert: While it is the end of August and school is just beginning, we would like to advise you of a change to the Winter... [more]
Learn from the Handbook: Take a Deep Breath
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 27th, 2009
For all of the efforts you take to keep your group safe on weekend trips, one of the greatest dangers to you and your family might be waiting when you get home: carbon monoxide. The most commonly inhaled poison, carbon monoxide is a gas given off... [more]
5 Days left
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 27th, 2009
Our first contest is keeping me busy test new tips and of course some good eats. You only have 5 days left to submit your tip or recipe. Trust me when I say that there is NO CLEAR winner yet.. so everyone has a chance. Get your tips and recipes... [more]
Bechtel Family National Scouting Center
Posted to Scouting News on August 27th, 2009
According to information coming out on Twitter from @BoyScouts and @ScoutExecutive , the new National High Adventure Base will be called the Bechtel Family National Scouting Center. Stephen D. Bechtel, Jr. has made a $50 million contribution to the... [more]
Response to a comment
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 26th, 2009
I received a comment on my post about Backpacking Trip planning made easy. The Reader asked a few questions I would love to answer. Here is his comment: Jerry, Oregon must be a great place for backpacking. Tell us how far you have to go to get to... [more]
CCAD Art Explorer Post 407 Celebrates its 10 Year Anniversary
Posted to Scouting News on August 26th, 2009
This year the Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) Art Explorer Post 407 celebrates its 10 year anniversary. Professor Ron Tardino created the program in 1999. The Art Explorer Post is a collaboration between CCAD and the Exploring Program... [more]
Backpacking trip planning made easy
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 26th, 2009
Planning for a Backpacking trek can be a chore or a pleasure. Most Scouts shy away from the chore.. SOOOO... here are a few ways to make Trek planning for the Scouts simple and less "Chore like". First and foremost.. the Scouts should be planning... [more]
Golden State Collision Centers, INC. to Launch Fundraising Campaign for Boy & Girl Scouts
Posted to Scouting News on August 26th, 2009
Golden State Collision Centers, Inc. To Launch Fundraising Campaign for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Heart of Central California at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Golden State Collision Centers, Inc., will begin a month long fundraising campaign to benefit... [more]
Knot of the Week: Scouter's Key
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 26th, 2009
When walking along a trail at your favorite national park, brown trail signs mark your progress every few miles. These signs serve as a helpful reminder that you're on the right track as you move toward your goal. As a Scouting volunteer, the... [more]
Reaching the Email-less
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 26th, 2009
Email lists (e.g., Yahoo Groups ) are a great tool for keeping members of your pack informed about upcoming events and activities. There is also a way you can make sure that your pack announcements go to those families who don't have email but are... [more]
MSPP #72: The Leaders of Scouting (Gerry W.)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 26th, 2009
Twenty years ago the volunteers at Mel-TV, our local cable access television station, filmed a program in which five men who were Boy Scout leaders were interviewed about their Scouting experiences. I took that old vhs tape and transferred it to a... [more]
Height and Weight
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 25th, 2009
By now most of you have read the most recent issue of Scouting Magazine . Bob Mazzuca started off the theme of fitness in his "From The CSE" article on page 8. Then on page 45 there is an article called "Fat Chance". In the intro of the... [more]
In Memoriam: Michel James Stokes 2002-2009
Posted to Scouting News on August 25th, 2009
It was a tragic weekend for members of Cub Scout Pack 226 or Leavittsburg, Ohio. On Saturday night, Cub Scout Michael James Stokes, age 6, drowned while attending a Cub Scout backyard pool party with his mother and approximately 20 other... [more]
Ten Tips for Camping in the Rain
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 25th, 2009
Camping in the rain need not be as bad as it sounds. Here's ten tips on staying comfortable and maintaining morale if and when the rain comes. 1. AVOID IT I am the first to tell you that we have canceled or rescheduled weekend camping trips if... [more]
Lt. Governor Kinder to be honored with Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
Posted to Scouting News on August 25th, 2009
The Great Rivers Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the National Eagle Scout Association have selected Lt. Governor Peter Kinder as a recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Eagle Scout Award. Lt. Governor Kinder was notified of the honor... [more]
True North Show 11
Posted to True North Scouting on August 25th, 2009
Show 11, here I give my view on the Lion's program, electronics and training, with a bit of the Scout Oath. Enjoy! Click HERE to download or listen below Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share and Enjoy:... [more]
Win Stuff
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 25th, 2009
In case you've been too busy scouting this summer to do much else, here's a little reminder that Scouts and Scouters can win some cool prizes. I just got my Scouting magazine and there's a Where Am I? contest. But, it looks like their website is not... [more]
50 stars, 13 stripes, and two right ways to wear it
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 25th, 2009
We received e-mail recently from a Cracker Barrel reader asking why the flag on the right sleeve of the Boy Scout uniform shirt differs from the one worn by the U.S. military. Here's an excerpt: This has been bothering me for the longest time. The... [more]
The hiccuping one gets his Boys Life
Posted to A Cubbing Minute Podcast on August 25th, 2009
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True North Show 11
Posted to True North Scouting on August 25th, 2009
Show 11, here I give my view on the Lion's program, electronics and training, with a bit of the Scout Oath. Enjoy! Click HERE to download or listen below... [more]
An Hour A Week? #192
Posted to An Hour A Week? on August 25th, 2009
#192-Into The Sun I'm am officially sick on the heat. Half of the show is my recent Scouting events and the other half is some interesting Scout news. And we end with gnomes! Links: 2010 Catalog-... [more]
An Hour A Week? #192
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 25th, 2009
#192-Into The Sun I'm am officially sick on the heat. Half of the show is my recent Scouting events and the other half is some interesting Scout news. And we end with gnomes! Links: 2010 Catalog-... [more]
Scout Podcast Number 3
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 25th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Along with a healthy dose of movie trivia, in my third Scouting podcast I discuss: My Scouting experience as a youth Camping tip ââ¬â The search for perfect camp coffee Leader's tip ââ¬â Increasing attendance by being a... [more]
Podcast 3
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on August 25th, 2009
Along with a healthy dose of movie trivia, in my third Scouting podcast I discuss: My Scouting experience as a youth Camping tip ââ¬â The search for perfect camp coffee Leader's tip ââ¬â Increasing attendance by being a cheerleader "Just Say... [more]
Tomato Powder
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 24th, 2009
We spotted this young moose with it's mother in the passage between Big and Little Crow Lakes Well, we're back from our sixth annual canoe trip to Ontario's Algonquin Provincial Park and it was a great success. This year a record 23... [more]
Simon Kenton Council Venturer Named Area 4 President
Posted to Scouting News on August 24th, 2009
The Central Region Area 4 Venturing Selection Committee and Area Director Dale Holbrook are proud to announce that Elizabeth Williams will serve as Area President for 2009-10. Elizabeth is from Simon Kenton Council and lives near Powell, Ohio... [more]
Name That Council: August 21, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 24th, 2009
Last week's challenge featured a council that shares its name with a massive lake. It's so big, we told you, that it ranks in the top 10 of the world's deepest lakes. Did you figure out the council's name from those clues? Jay Fox , a Wolf den... [more]
August 2009 Cubcast (Cub Scout Pockets/Fall Recruiting)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 24th, 2009
The August 2009 Cubcast from BSA National is available (free). Part 1 has ideas for den meetings and more utilizing the September " Cub Scout Pockets " theme. Part 2 has information on Scout popcorn sales . Part 1 page Part 1 mp3 file Part 2 page... [more]
Packing your Tent
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 24th, 2009
I have talked about it before.. but I love to pass on "Expert" advice on backpacking and camping gear. I always tell the Scouts that if you take care of your gear it will take care of you. Your tent is more than likely the most expensive or at... [more]
Free Web-Based Communication Tools
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 23rd, 2009
William Hooker is a KISMIF.org guest blogger from Concord, North Carolina. He is a Wolf Den Leader in the Central North Carolina Council and is a first-year Cub Scouter. A stumbling block of many Cub Scout packs is poor communication . It is hard... [more]
Ohio Boy Scouts License Plates Availale Once Again
Posted to Scouting News on August 23rd, 2009
The Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles made the Boy Scouts of America "Character Counts" License Plate available again on July 20, 2009. According to Simon Kenton Council, the effort was thanks to a successful petitioning effort by Simon Kenton... [more]
Scout Museum to Celebrate 100th Anniversary of Scouting
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 23rd, 2009
The Ottawa Scouting Museum, in Ottawa, Illinois, the home of Founder W. D. Boyce is preparing for a huge celebration to take place in Ottawa June 10-13, 2010. For details visit http://ottawascoutingmuseum.org or send an email to Mollie Perrot, the... [more]
Lions Club Community Service Awards Knot
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 23rd, 2009
One of our readers, Marty Val Hill, shared the following with us: I met a Scouter in San Antonio last week who told me the Lions Club and BSA finally established an Award for Lions Club members who wanted to earn the BSA Community Service Awards... [more]
Backpacking gear
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 22nd, 2009
We have been talking a lot lately about gear. I did a couple podcasts on gear and have received lots of great feedback and comments on what is peoples backpacks and what they prefer to use when out on the trail. Yesterday I took some time and... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, Aug 22
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 22nd, 2009
So for this video of the week I decided to dig deep into Scoutmaster Steve's youtube channel for a good scouting video. The video I found is the classic star trekking song that Troop 68 performed on a local television's Christmas program. Enjoy!... [more]
The Friendship Knot
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 22nd, 2009
I was introduced to the Friendship Knot by a scouter friend (which is is redundant as all scouts are friends) and he had this knot tied in the tails of his neckerchief. The knot itself is a unique thing in itself as the legend is that the knot must... [more]
Summertime Activity
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 22nd, 2009
With the summer all but over, the troop made one last night of it. Over a third of the boys made it out to Stone Moves rock gym for a fun filled evening of climbing. Many scouts who have not had the opportunity to go there experienced it for the... [more]
An appreciation for the Outdoors.
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 22nd, 2009
Developing in our young men an appreciation for the Out doors is part of the job description of the Scoutmaster, well it's not.. but it should be. I stumbled on this short video that really captures some of those ideas in an interview with Ken... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #70
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on August 22nd, 2009
#70-Webelos To Scout Part 2 Tonight we will be talking about Webelos and the process they take to become Boy Scouts. Webelos is unique in Cub Scouts because it not only gives the Scouts more change for adventure but also encourages them to take on... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #70
Posted to The Leader's Campfire Podcast on August 22nd, 2009
#70-Webelos To Scout Part 2 Tonight we will be talking about Webelos and the process they take to become Boy Scouts. Webelos is unique in Cub Scouts because it not only gives the Scouts more change for adventure but also encourages them to take on... [more]
Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) is Fast Approaching
Posted to Scouting News on August 21st, 2009
Jamboree-on-the-Air is an annual Scouting and amateur radio event sponsored by the World Scouting Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. Thousands of amateur radio stations around the world participate. The 52nd annual... [more]
Weekend Patrol Box #18
Posted to ScoutSigns on August 21st, 2009
The Patrol Boxes have been a bit sporadic this summer, but hopefully you will find plenty of good stuff to look at here. Fresh coat of paint, replace a couple of wobbly screws, scrub off the ketchup spots, and...voila! Good as new! As always, there... [more]
True North Show 10
Posted to True North Scouting on August 21st, 2009
WOOT! I have hit the double digit mark with this release of Show 10! I talk about gear and the new troop. More on the new troop and the progress to comeââ¬Â¦you can listen HERE or download it from iTunes Join the forum discussion on this post -... [more]
Contest
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 21st, 2009
I have received some great tips and recipes. But I want more... hey, the more I get.. the more I get to try and better yet taste. There is only about 2 weeks left to get your favorite recipe or tip in to qualify for a great prize from... [more]
Name That Council: August 21, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 21st, 2009
You'll find the lake pictured in the patch above in a national park somewhere in the United States. We can't tell you where, because the name of the national park is also the name of the council. Need more clues? 1) The lake is featured on the back... [more]
True North Show 10
Posted to True North Scouting on August 21st, 2009
WOOT! I have hit the double digit mark with this release of Show 10! I talk about gear and the new troop. More on the new troop and the progress to come...you can listen HERE or download it from iTunes... [more]
Post Slacking
Posted to Scouting Maniac on August 21st, 2009
I know in august I am suppose to be having a good month and able to keep up with my goal of 20 posts a month will most definitely not be met. The primary reason is that I have left for college and this week getting ready for college has consumed the... [more]
BSA's Digital Scout Handbook
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 20th, 2009
I like being a part of the scouting movement because it is ever changing and evolving into a whole new program. For instance: Baden Powell never taught the original scouts about composite materials nor GPS systems but I am sure that he would have... [more]
Girls and BBQs (Podcast)
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 20th, 2009
Podcast number 16. Talking about girls in Scouting and BBQs! The Scout Association's One Movement Pages here and here ... [more]
Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation Permanently Preserved and Protected
Posted to Scouting News on August 20th, 2009
The Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America (BAC) has put another significant portion of Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation (BCMSR) under a conservation easement that will preserve it in a wooded and undeveloped condition in perpetuity... [more]
Learn from the Handbook: Pace Yourself
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 20th, 2009
This week, we're introducing a new feature here at Cracker Barrel in honor of the recent release of the Boy Scout Handbook . We call it Learn from the Handbook . Yes, technically the handbook is meant for boys. But it's hard to resist cracking it... [more]
Winter Sports Safety -- Helmets
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on August 20th, 2009
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Volunteering Awards
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 19th, 2009
I've had an email from vinspired which talks about the awards they are doing for young people who volunteer. So please read on ââ¬â My name is Laurence from Cake Public Relations contacting you on behalf of Youth Volunteering Charity vinspired... [more]
Buckeye September 2009 Packet (Cub Scout Pockets)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 19th, 2009
Simon Kenton Council's Buckeye District roundtable packet for September 2009 is available at their new website . The Buckeye District assembles a great roundtable packet each month. This one has games, cooking ideas, crafts, songs, skits,... [more]
Knot of the Week: Adult religious award
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 19th, 2009
No matter which faith you choose, being Reverent is Law in Scouting. Leaders who practice what their religion preaches are eligible to earn the silver-and-purple adult religious emblem pictured above. Rather than a separate square knot for each of... [more]
Scout Podcast Number 2
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 19th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, In the second podcast, you get to hear what you've always wanted to hear ââ¬â Jeff talks sewing! In this podcast: Feedback from my first podcast My position in my son's troop Camping tip ââ¬â Keeping food warm Leader's... [more]
Summer Camp Wrap Up
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 19th, 2009
I am officially cross eyed and my fingers are numb from signing blue cards and helping get the advancement requirements from summer camp into the Troopmaster program. So bragging for the boys, here is how it broke down: 59 merit badges earned... [more]
Podcast 2
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on August 19th, 2009
In the second podcast, you get to hear what you've always wanted to hear ââ¬â Jeff talks sewing! In this podcast: Feedback from my first podcast My position in my son's troop Camping tip ââ¬â Keeping food warm Leader's tip ââ¬â Using easel... [more]
Training Leaders
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 18th, 2009
When a potential new Leader attends their initial interview one of the things that happens is that they are assigned a Training Assessor. The TA's job is to take the new Leader through the training modules and assess which ones they need to... [more]
Payoff
Posted to True North Scouting on August 18th, 2009
Last Friday night, I drove to Cub Scout World to visit the pack and see what Mrs. Cleary and the middle boy were doing, and to enjoy the last-night-of-camp festivities. Each theme-building has a campfire where they do skits, songs and stories...a... [more]
Busy time is over - New Capacity
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 18th, 2009
Summer was an amazing time for us! Things have been so busy, its kind of nice to have it slow down to normal again. We are very sorry that we had to scale back 6 day rush and 9 day priority service during the busy season. Faster turnaround could... [more]
The New Boy Scout Handbook â" Review
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 18th, 2009
So with the BSA's 100th aniversary we have a new handbook that will bring us well into the 21st century. This new handbook has alot of great information and it is a great resource that every scout and scouter should have on their bookshelves. With... [more]
CPSIA Labeling
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 18th, 2009
Customers receiving orders in the past few days will notice a small change to the t-shirts. The line identifying the manufacturer (us) now has a /12345 after it. The new text reads ClassB.com/12345 - The 12345 is the work order number. What's this... [more]
Naval Air Station Jacksonville Hosts Cub Scout Camp
Posted to Scouting News on August 18th, 2009
The Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville Environmental Department hosted 73 Cub Scouts from the Great Muskogee District during a nature day camp at the Black Point Interpretive Center July 27-31. The five-day camp allowed Scouts to participate in... [more]
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Sherri Moravec
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 18th, 2009
Recognizing fine Scouters is a favorite pastime here at Cracker Barrel. In fact, we just can't get enough of it. So this week we'll share another Scouting volunteer with you. Meet Sherri Moravec , a Venturing crew advisor, assistant Scoutmaster,... [more]
KISMIF.org Contributor
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 18th, 2009
Are you an experienced Cub Scouter ? Do you love seeing boys have active fun in Cub Scouts? Do you have good writing skills ? Do you like to help other Cub Scouters? If so, consider being a KISMIF.org volunteer contributor . KISMIF.org (the website... [more]
Like Tetris?
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 18th, 2009
I discovered a new blog today written by a gentleman who would like to be an Eagle Scout. But like me, he is beyond his teen years. What he has decided to do is to try to fulfill all the requirements from the joining requirements, through... [more]
Spirit of Adventure by Alvin Townley
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 18th, 2009
Alvin Townley's book Spirit of Adventure is a refreshing read that validates the values of Scouting and a book that ought to be in your Scouting library. Too often we hear about all the things gone wrong in the world around us. This book recounts... [more]
Webelos Outdoorsman Campout
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 17th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Since the Webelos program allows you to camp as a den, why not consider working on your Outdoorsman activity badge at your own den campout? When I was a den leader, I would only work on the Outdoorsman pin at an outing... [more]
Category Filtering beta now available for AdSense for feeds English-language ads
Posted to Woggleknot.com on August 17th, 2009
Like we announced on the more general Inside AdSense blog a couple weeks ago, we have extended our category filtering beta to English-language ads on the AdSense network, which we are happy to announce includes ads that appear in AdSense for feeds... [more]
Name That Council: August 14, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 17th, 2009
We hope that Friday's council patch challenge wasn't too much of a bear to figure out. After all, for the first time in Name That Council history, the patch actually had the flag of the council's home state pictured on it. With those two Great... [more]
Summer Camp reflection
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 17th, 2009
Back from a week at summer camp. The event of the year when everything comes together, a time to practice the patrol method. To live as a patrol, hanging out with friends, testing skills, learning new ones and just plain having fun. Our week at... [more]
End of Summer
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 17th, 2009
Summer officially ends tomorrow. I pick up oldest son from his 3rd summer on staff at Many Point Scout Camp. He was a First Class Adventure Director this year and had a terrific time. That's a lot of responsibility and some managing of peers. I... [more]
100th Anniversary Plates, Napkins, Cups
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 16th, 2009
BSA Supply Group now has available these BSA 100th anniversary plates ($5.99 ââ¬â $6.99 for 25), napkins ($4.99 ââ¬â $5.99 for 50), and cups ($9.99 for 50). These would be neat to have for a pack picnic or Blue and Gold Banquet . Plates link... [more]
Time is ticking
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 16th, 2009
We are half way through the month.. Get your recipes and tips into the Scoutmaster minute for a shot at a fantastic prize. Remember.. you do not have to be a backpacker to enter.. any camping tip or recipe will be welcome. Don't wait till the last... [more]
No Special Postage Stamp for 100 Years of BSA
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 16th, 2009
I hope many of my scouting friends will respond to this note! Thanks. USPS CURRENTLY PLANS TO IGNORE SCOUTING ANNIVERSARY According to the August 24th issue of Linn's Stamp Weekly, the US Postal Service currently plans to ignore the 100th... [more]
2010 National Jamboree Personalized Medical Forms Delayed
Posted to Scouting News on August 16th, 2009
The National Jamboree Medical Team has notified participants and staff members that the personalized, bar-coded medical records for the Jamboree have been delayed. (It was unclear if participants recieved an email directly, or if the Council's were... [more]
It is Round up Time!
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 16th, 2009
Coming around the bend is the most exciting time for boys that are about to join the world's oldest youth program. We are about to roundup new scouts and prospective scout leaders through the use of boy talks and open houses. One of the best... [more]
Portable Bouldering Wall
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 15th, 2009
With a new project pending that I have been talking about the last few years is getting closer to reality. With help from the Lions Club, another crew, Crew 483 will start building a bouldering wall. We plan on using the wall at WTSE, Scout Fair,... [more]
Scouting For Food Memorandum
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 15th, 2009
The national office of the Boy Scouts of America has encouraged its troops and packs to participate in an annual Scouting For Food drive for nearly twenty years. These drives have helped tens of thousands of people over the years, and have became a... [more]
NOAC Power Tags
Posted to Scouting News on August 15th, 2009
One of the extra activities at the National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) were the exchanging of "Power Tags". Each participant and staff member recieved a sheet of 15 "Power Tags". There were five different colors of tags that corresponded... [more]
Memories Of 1980: Part 2
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 15th, 2009
Boy Scout Troop 68 really did not have a regular meeting place during its first year in 1980, so we would sometimes have our meetings in the clubroom of our sponsor, VFW Post 7050. It worked out fairly well but the boys could not play any rough and... [more]
2010 National Jamboree Leader's Guide Released
Posted to Scouting News on August 14th, 2009
The 2010 National Scout Jamboree website now includes a copy of the 2010 National Jamboree Leader's Guide (pdf). According to various sources, the guide was going to be posted by the end of June, however it appeared on the site early today. The... [more]
Scouter Jeff Speaks!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 14th, 2009
I was chatting to Scouter Jeff the other night (or afternoon in his part of the world â California) and he mentioned that he's started a podcast. So I checked it out. And very good it is too. He talks about about himself, gives a camping tip, a... [more]
Reflecting
Posted to True North Scouting on August 14th, 2009
Today, I have decided to take a look back at some of the things that make me do this scouting thing. Later on tonight, I am going to be enjoying some skits and songs at Cub Scout Camp, at the last session of the summer. Speaking of that, it's really... [more]
Glissading the Volcano
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 14th, 2009
There was an episode of 'Happy Days' where Fonzie jumped over a shark. Now, ' Jumping the Shark ' means a show does absurd or over-the-top episodes to boost ratings. I guess we jumped the shark this summer on our Sea2Sky trip when we 'Glissaded the... [more]
Name That Council: August 14, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 14th, 2009
Let's hope you remembered to put all your food and other smellables in a bear-proof container away from your tent before going to bed last night. If not, you might find yourself face-to-face with the image seen in this week's Name That Council... [more]
Summer is Winding Down and Scouts are Revving Up!
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 14th, 2009
It's been a long hot, very hot, summer in Houston. It's coming to a quick end and the kids are starting to show the awareness that, soon, they will be back in school. True, they have to go back into the concrete walls defining their educational... [more]
Donation success!
Posted to be.PREPARED on August 13th, 2009
Great news! As I wrote in my post on fundraising last month, we recently purchased a new garage tent and I was requesting a donation from my employers to cover the cost. And I have had good news ââ¬â they have given us a donation of ã600! I've... [more]
Two Coracles (1953 Article)
Posted to Ropes and Poles on August 13th, 2009
Coracles are lightweight, dish-shaped boats, that have been used in Britain since Roman times. John Sweet's article from the Scout magazine in 1953 describes the construction of 2 different types of coracle. To make an ancient British coracle you... [more]
New Merit Badges for 2009 & 2010
Posted to Scouting News on August 13th, 2009
The National Council has been putting out the word to Councils about some new Merit Badges coming soon! Rumors of the majority of these being in developed starting surfacing back in March, but now they have been approved. So far we've heard about... [more]
Scout Podcast Number 1
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 13th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, Since I love to talk about Scouting, I have decided to add a podcast to this site. In this inaugural podcast, we look at: Background about me Camping tip â Camp showers Leader's tip â Teaching others how to camp Favorite Cub... [more]
New Cub Scout Belts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 13th, 2009
BSA Supply Group now has available new Cub Scout web belts and buckles . The redesigned silver buckles have a mechanical friction closure mechanism . The price range is $7.99 to $9.99. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Uniforms... [more]
The BSA Handbook goes digital
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 13th, 2009
Last week we told you à about the new Boy Scout Handbook , available now online à or at your local Scout Shop. We detailed the new book's firm embrace of the Internet to provide Scouts with extra resources and interactivity beyond what's... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #69
Posted to The Leader's Campfire on August 13th, 2009
#69-Webelos To Scout Part 1 Tonight we will be talking about Webelos and the process they take to become Boy Scouts. Webelos is unique in Cub Scouts because it not only gives the Scouts more change for adventure but also encourages them to take on... [more]
Talking to Oman
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 12th, 2009
I did something today that I've never done before. I spoke to Scouts in Oman , Jordan and Bali ! All this was courtesy of the International Rover Scout Net Moot. I first mentioned this last month, when I received an email about it. It was... [more]
As Scouter Jeff would say..."it's about time!"
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
And so it is, here is Show 5...finally... Click HERE to download it... [more]
Gear Head....sorta
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Yesterday, I got my new Brunton Raptor Stoves, just plain awesome. I stopped and got fuel on the way home, so that I could try it out as soon as I got home. I opened the box, screwed on the canister, turned the valve, clicked the piezo-lighter and... [more]
Life in the Slow Lane
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Here in Wisconsin, times seem to slow down quite a bit when it comes to activities. Why? I dunno. It may be due to folks just wanting to enjoy the sunshine and warmth, or because folks seem to go 100 MPH during the school year. Regardless, it may be... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 6
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Yup, 2 in a month...imagine that. The next to last show about the Commissioner's Service and a bit more about the troop. Click here to download... [more]
Sink or Swim
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Last week, I was talking with a friend of mine, he isn't a scouter, so doesn't really understand some of the scouting verbiage. While we were discussing some of our non-scouting topics, he asked about Ethan and how he was doing. I mentioned that I... [more]
Heroes
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
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... [more]
Yea, it's been a month
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
As I progress into the unknown world of scouting, I have made a few observations... 1. I haven't posted in almost a month, and I really needed to get something out... 2. Lack of direction with my posts, and lack of shows....even though I have 3... [more]
Summertime Inventory
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
As we move into the summer months, now may be a time to take an inventory of what has transpired in the last "Scouting" year. I will take a personal inventory, and see what went well, what was OK, and what was not so good. It may be a good time to... [more]
Cabin Fever No-More
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Wow, what a week... Starting last week, we inched up from 40's in the early week, to mid-70's by Saturday...only to have the temp drop to the 40's on Sunday, with rain, rain, and more rain...all the way through Tuesday...oh, did I mention the snow... [more]
Funky...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
It seems that over the last few months, some of my scouting friends from around the country, along with some regular forum posters, have kind of disappeared. Maybe that isn't a good term, but maybe they have "throttled back"...a railroading/model... [more]
End of the day...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
It's 11:30, end of another great day...the boys really came together as a patrol, I am so lovin' this job! One downside...had an adult leader from another unit try to over-ride my authority of the boys...the boys were fine, he decided that... [more]
First Day of Camp
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Wow, that is all I can say. My scouts did awesome...this is why I do this...so content right now, I can't describe it...I love this job!!! G'nite, world... [more]
End of the third day...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Another awesome day, I will be home tomorrow with a full report...probably a show about it... We could be in for a storm tonight, gonna batten down the hatches... [more]
Pre-dinner march?
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
So, I haven't had to mention how unsafe this is....sorry for the lack of posts... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 7
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
So I decided to burn the midnight oil and get this show recorded before I go camping with Ethan. See you all soon, and have a great week, and I will try to update from camp, via Twitter or the blog...you can download it HERE... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 8
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Here is show 8, about my experience at camp with the current Webelos, soon to be the first members of my new troop...you can download it HERE... [more]
It's morning all ready
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
The boys are up and have been for an hour...it looks like it will be time later on today for that time honored tradition of the "Scoutmaster's Nap"... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 9
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Here is Show 9, more new troop talk, a bit about a chatroom discussion one night, and a recipe for a Dutch Oven classic...you can download it HERE... [more]
Packed and ready...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
I am on the road now... [more]
Podcast 1
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Podcast on August 12th, 2009
In this inaugural podcast: Background about me Camping tip ââ¬â Camp showers Leader's tip ââ¬â Teaching others how to camp Favorite Cub Scout memory ââ¬â "Capture the Flag" Scouting topic ââ¬â Adult leader mentorship You can listen to... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #69
Posted to The Leader's Campfire Podcast on August 12th, 2009
#69-Webelos To Scout Part 1 Tonight we will be talking about Webelos and the process they take to become Boy Scouts. Webelos is unique in Cub Scouts because it not only gives the Scouts more change for adventure but also encourages them to take on... [more]
Scout Handbook Thoughts
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 12th, 2009
Picked up the 12th edition this week. Here's some observations having skimmed through it. Negatives : The book is 1/2 inch shorter than the previous. This just means I've got a floppy black book cover on it now. The back cover used to have three... [more]
Knot of the Week: Venturing Silver Award
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 12th, 2009
The Venturing program gives young women and men new opportunities they can't find in other programs. And with those new opportunities comes a new set of awards they can earn. The highest of these is the Venturing Silver Award , this week's Knot of... [more]
ClassB Summer 2009 Photo Sweepstakes
Posted to Scouting News on August 12th, 2009
ClassB.com an official licensee of the Boy Scouts of America for printed t-shirts is hosting a huge Summer Photo Sweepstakes. Visit the ClassB Summer 2009 Photo Sweepstakes Website for all the information you need to enter. Here are a few... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 7
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
So I decided to burn the midnight oil and get this show recorded before I go camping with Ethan. See you all soon, and have a great week, and I will try to update from camp, via Twitter or the blog...you can download it HERE... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 8
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Here is show 8, about my experience at camp with the current Webelos, soon to be the first members of my new troop...you can download it HERE... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 9
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Here is Show 9, more new troop talk, a bit about a chatroom discussion one night, and a recipe for a Dutch Oven classic...you can download it HERE... [more]
It's morning all ready
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
The boys are up and have been for an hour...it looks like it will be time later on today for that time honored tradition of the "Scoutmaster's Nap"... [more]
End of the third day...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Another awesome day, I will be home tomorrow with a full report...probably a show about it... We could be in for a storm tonight, gonna batten down the hatches... [more]
First Day of Camp
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
Wow, that is all I can say. My scouts did awesome...this is why I do this...so content right now, I can't describe it...I love this job!!! G'nite, world... [more]
End of the day...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
It's 11:30, end of another great day...the boys really came together as a patrol, I am so lovin' this job! One downside...had an adult leader from another unit try to over-ride my authority of the boys...the boys were fine, he decided that... [more]
Pre-dinner march?
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
So, I haven't had to mention how unsafe this is....sorry for the lack of posts... [more]
Packed and ready...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 12th, 2009
I am on the road now... [more]
An Hour A Week? #191
Posted to An Hour A Week? on August 12th, 2009
#191-Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood Are you ready for the school year? Some cool Innovation Engine ideas, den discipline, ghost stories, how they do it in Nigeria, what to do for the Blue & Gold, when do we get a break?, a request for help with... [more]
An Hour A Week? #191
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 12th, 2009
#191-Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood Are you ready for the school year? Some cool Innovation Engine ideas, den discipline, ghost stories, how they do it in Nigeria, what to do for the Blue & Gold, when do we get a break?, a request for help with... [more]
Heading North
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 12th, 2009
Red Pine at Sunrise C.A. Green Friday morning we'll load up our vans and head north for a week of paddling in Ontario's Algonquin Provincial Park. Getting things in line for three crews has been taking most of my free time this week so the... [more]
Old Newspapers
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 11th, 2009
As those of you who stop by here on a regular basis will know, I'm interested (obsessed?) in finding out the history of my Group. When you've got over 100 years to go at there is a lot interesting stuff out there! A really good source of... [more]
New Home
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
And here you are....if you are reading this, then you have found my new home on the internet. I am glad to have made the move, and it was something that I was contemplating for the longest time, and with a new scouting attitude, I figured that I may... [more]
New Blog & Show
Posted to Commissioner's Corner on August 11th, 2009
OK, so I have been lax in the posts and to an extent, the shows...and I apologize for that. Unfortunately, life and work called on me, and have taken quite a bit of my time that I wanted to dedicate to my online life. With that said, I have made the... [more]
Summertime Inventory
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
As we move into the summer months, now may be a time to take an inventory of what has transpired in the last "Scouting" year. I will take a personal inventory, and see what went well, what was OK, and what was not so good. It may be a good time to... [more]
As Scouter Jeff would say..."it's about time!"
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
And so it is, here is Show 5...finally... Click HERE to download it... [more]
Cabin Fever No-More
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
Wow, what a week... Starting last week, we inched up from 40's in the early week, to mid-70's by Saturday...only to have the temp drop to the 40's on Sunday, with rain, rain, and more rain...all the way through Tuesday...oh, did I mention the snow... [more]
Gear Head....sorta
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
Yesterday, I got my new Brunton Raptor Stoves, just plain awesome. I stopped and got fuel on the way home, so that I could try it out as soon as I got home. I opened the box, screwed on the canister, turned the valve, clicked the piezo-lighter and... [more]
Cleary's Corner Show 6
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
Yup, 2 in a month...imagine that. The next to last show about the Commissioner's Service and a bit more about the troop. Click here to download... [more]
Heroes
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
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... [more]
Sink or Swim
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
Last week, I was talking with a friend of mine, he isn't a scouter, so doesn't really understand some of the scouting verbiage. While we were discussing some of our non-scouting topics, he asked about Ethan and how he was doing. I mentioned that I... [more]
Yea, it's been a month
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
As I progress into the unknown world of scouting, I have made a few observations... 1. I haven't posted in almost a month, and I really needed to get something out... 2. Lack of direction with my posts, and lack of shows....even though I have 3... [more]
Life in the Slow Lane
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
Here in Wisconsin, times seem to slow down quite a bit when it comes to activities. Why? I dunno. It may be due to folks just wanting to enjoy the sunshine and warmth, or because folks seem to go 100 MPH during the school year. Regardless, it may be... [more]
Funky...
Posted to True North Scouting on August 11th, 2009
It seems that over the last few months, some of my scouting friends from around the country, along with some regular forum posters, have kind of disappeared. Maybe that isn't a good term, but maybe they have "throttled back"...a railroading/model... [more]
New Boy Scout Handbook Is 21st Century Guide for Life
Posted to Scouting News on August 11th, 2009
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... [more]
Centennial Shorts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 11th, 2009
BSA Supply Group now has available Centennial Uniform shorts . These forest green shorts made from Supplex Nylon have deep pockets and an inner mesh lining to accommodate swimming. The new uniform shorts can be worn as part of the adult Cub... [more]
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Tom Baltes
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 11th, 2009
The Scouting program relies on volunteers like you to succeed. We at Cracker Barrel recognize this and enjoy showing off some of the nation's best adult volunteers. It's a feature we call Scouter Spotlight, and this week it shines on a great... [more]
BBQ Grill Using My Dutch Oven Equipment
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 10th, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, I learned a great campout cooking technique from our former Cubmaster years ago that I'd like to pass on to you. I love to barbeque, but if the campground I am going to doesn't have a grill, I can make my own out of my... [more]
Venturing Crew 202 Takes Top Honors at Maryland Envirothon
Posted to Scouting News on August 10th, 2009
A five-member team of high school students from Venturing Crew 202 of Carroll County is the winner of the 19th annual Maryland Envirothon. The Envirothon is an outdoor natural resources competition that challenges students to identify and... [more]
Name That Council: August 7, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 10th, 2009
You had all weekend to consider the mystery patch shown below. Did you figure out the missing council? Make like a dolphin and jump to find out. It was the Bay Area Council , with headquarters in Galveston, Tex. The council's proximity to the Gulf... [more]
The Patrol System - How it All Began
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 10th, 2009
The Patrol System was published by the General Council Boy Scouts of Canada in 1960 and is available in PDF format here (do make sure to check out The Dump ). The next several posts will feature most of the text of this book and some of my ideas... [more]
47 Year-Old Eagle Scout
Posted to Scouting News on August 9th, 2009
Congratulations to New Eagle Scout Robert Rubano, 47 Years Young Robert Rubano, Scoutmaster of Troop 24 in New Dorp, Staten Island, finally earned the Eagle Scout rank, almost 30 years past his 18th birthday, the cut-off for such an achievement... [more]
1986 Philmont Pictures
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 9th, 2009
I recently moved up to a Flickr Pro account so I am playing around with some of the features, one of which is the ability to embed slideshows into blogs and websites. I thought for the first one I would start with the pictures from my first trek to... [more]
Follow The Scoutmaster Blog on Facebook
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 9th, 2009
Chances are you have discovered Facebook already. Facebook? Come on are you serious? Yes. If you are in the 40+ crowd you may not 'do' Facebook in the same way that ten or twelve years ago you didn't 'do' email or cell phones... [more]
Summer Camp 2009
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 9th, 2009
Gone to camp... Enjoying the finer parts of Scouting and helping to deliver the promise to a troop of outstanding young men! I will check in with a full report next week! Have a Great Scouting Day!... [more]
NESA selects Gov. Nixon to receive Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
Posted to Scouting News on August 8th, 2009
Officials with the Great Rivers Council of the Boy Scouts of America have notified Gov. Jay Nixon that he has been selected to receive the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award (DESA). Of those Scouts who have attained the rank of Eagle Scout, fewer than... [more]
Occoneechee Council Gets Brief on Social Media Marketing
Posted to Scouting News on August 8th, 2009
Strategic Guru Inc., a Triangle-based marketing and communications firm, announced that Chief Brainstormer Carolyn Rhinebarger was the featured presenter to the Boy Scouts of America Occoneechee Council offices in Raleigh last week. Her talk,... [more]
Solar Oven Project
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 8th, 2009
When I was about 10 or 12, I built a solar food dehydrator - a white box with plastic lid and ventilation holes in the ends. The sun heated it up and the hot, moist air escaped. It worked great for slices of apple, pear, and banana that I strung on... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #8
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 8th, 2009
The summer has been busy with Scouting and family activities but I finally felt it was time to add another episode to the Around The Scouting Campfire podcast. The show begins with Buttons arriving home from an overnight camping trip. A very wet... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #8
Posted to Around The Scouting Campfire Podcast on August 8th, 2009
Around The Scouting Campfire #8: Damp Camping The show begins with Buttons arriving home from an overnight camping trip. A very wet overnight camping trip. He talks with Scoutmaster Steve about a couple of the things he and his troop did during the... [more]
Posted to Scouting Maniac on August 8th, 2009
As an American, I will do my best to Be clean in my outdoor manners. Be careful with fire. Be considerate in the outdoors. and Be conservation minded. This is the outdoor code which all scouts should follow whenever they are enjoying the outdoors... [more]
Quote of the Week- Fitness
Posted to Scouting Maniac on August 8th, 2009
Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional, and mental states. ~Carol Welch Exercise is a dirty word. Every time I hear it, I wash my mouth out with chocolate. ~Author Unknown The body of man is a machine which... [more]
Merit Badge Time Savers
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 8th, 2009
At ScoutStuff.org you can purchase 100 merit badge blue cards for $7.00 - then you get to fill them out by hand. These work great for a scout or three requesting to start merit badges, but when summer camp comes around and 100 or more merit badge... [more]
Review: The Scoutmaster Minute: Your Handbook For Inspiring Moments
Posted to Scouting News on August 7th, 2009
The book The Scoutmaster Minute by Ron Wendel is subtitled "Your handbook for inspiring moments". The first thing you notice is that the subtitle seems pretty accurate. It's a tiny book size that easily fits into a pants pocket. The 128 pages are... [more]
Gear Head Friday- Gear Lists
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 7th, 2009
Welcome to another edition of the Gear Head Friday! This Friday we will discuss how to plan your gear and how you organize and take stock at home. For many people a gear list is essential to packing correctly for any trip. New scouts and seasoned... [more]
New Equipment!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 7th, 2009
As I mentioned in our last post, this summer has been our busiest ever . We blew away every record we ever held week after week. It was more than we expected and we experienced some bottlenecks as our quantity of orders exploded. Some of those... [more]
Detroit Area Council and Clinton Valley Council to Merge
Posted to Scouting News on August 7th, 2009
On August 4, 2009, Clinton Valley and Detroit Area Council independently approved a proposal to consolidate their Councils. According to the Southeast Michigan Consolidation Study Group, the consolidation will create a robust, new Boy Scout council... [more]
Name That Council: August 7, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 7th, 2009
Hmm, let's see. There's a seagull, an oilrig, a bottlenose dolphin. That combination could only be found in the site of this week's Name That Council challenge. We've removed all text from the patch above. It's up to you to use the clues found in... [more]
Memories Of 1980
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 7th, 2009
The year of 1980 was the first full year of the newly reformed Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68 which had started up in December of 1979. I joined up with the troop in April as a nineteen year old assistant scoutmaster. There was about 15 youth in the... [more]
The Best Leaders
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 7th, 2009
As for the best leaders, the people do not notice their existence. The next best, the people honor and praise. The next, the people fear; and the next, the people hate. ...When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it... [more]
History (Podcast)
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 6th, 2009
Podcast number 15. Talking about remembering your Group's past whether it is 5 years old or 100 years old. Colin 'Johnny' Walker's Scouting Milestones... [more]
That's assault, not leadership
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 6th, 2009
You do not lead by hitting people over the head - that's assault, not leadership. Dwight Eisenhower... [more]
Scouting Magazine to Debut Cover-to-Cover Redesign
Posted to Scouting News on August 6th, 2009
Scouting magazine, the Boy Scouts of America's publication for adult leaders, will debut an eye-catching, cover-to-cover redesign with its September-October 2009 issue. The 97-year-old publication's new look comes as the organization begins its... [more]
Sixteen Hours to Jamboree
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 6th, 2009
Looks like the new National Scouting Center and Jamboree site will be in Fayetteville County, WV. Great news for us in Minnesota - it's just 16 hours away instead of 19 to Ft. AP Hill. :-) The new site is located on the west side of the New River... [more]
NOAC 2009 comes to an end
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 6th, 2009
All week, Arrowmen from across the country have been living it up at the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Bloomington, Ind., that ends today. What were they up to? The agenda included leadership development, sports, games, ceremonies,... [more]
Teaching is Listening, Learning is Talking
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 6th, 2009
Here's an interestingà piece from the Outdoor Ed Community blog; Teaching is listening, learning is talking. This wonderful rule of thumb, from the educator and writer, Deborah Meier , reminds us that real learning comes, in large part,... [more]
Fall 2009 Scouting for Food Emblem
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 6th, 2009
Here is a new (Fall 2009) Scouting for Food emblem ($1.19) from BSA Supply Group. This patch would be something cool to give your boys who participate in a Scouting for Food service project . Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Patches, Service Projects... [more]
Bear Paw My Home Away from Home
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 6th, 2009
I finally was able to return to Camp Bear Paw to camp a full week-first time since I received my Eagle medal 33 years ago and I was able to get reacquainted with the same roots and rocks that I tripped over. There have been several changes within... [more]
BSA Listed in Top Five Highest CEO Salaries Study
Posted to Scouting News on August 5th, 2009
The Charity Navigator 2009 CEO Compensation Study (pdf) was just released and rates the Chief Scout Executive in the top five highest CEO salaries. From the Study introduction: Charity Navigator has completed its fifth annual CEO Compensation... [more]
Money (That's What I Want)
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 5th, 2009
OK, I'm not going to go on about the song sung by The Beatles and Barrett Strong ! Yesterday I got round to finalising the Scout Troop's money for the last term. Now for reasons too boring to go into here, I look after the Troop's subs money. Once... [more]
Weather Surprises
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 5th, 2009
Understanding the environment where you are headed, rather than where you are, is a key to planning. Being prepared is looking forward to the possibilities and ensuring you have gear, skills, and confidence to be successful. The more skills and... [more]
Goshen Out of the Running for Permanent National Jamboree Site
Posted to Scouting News on August 5th, 2009
According to a post on the National Capital Area Council Website , the National Council has decided not to pursue a permanent National Scout Jamboree site at Goshen Scout Reservation. We regret to inform you that the Boy Scouts of America has... [more]
Ten Reasons Scouting Is Good For Life
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 5th, 2009
The Northern Star Council has an interesting website called Scouting: Good For Life . In addition to some local videos and commercials it lists ten reasons that Scouting is good for you life and family. Here is their list: Scouts are Leaders More... [more]
Knot of the Week: Order of the Arrow Distinguished Service Award
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 5th, 2009
When the number of recipients of a particular square knot is so small that the BSA can publish the list in its entirety, you know you're dealing with a prestigious award. Such is the case with the Order of the Arrow Distinguished Service Award , a... [more]
Swanson River Trip After Report
Posted to Scouting Maniac on August 4th, 2009
I think that all of the Troop had a great time during the trip. It was really fun to see the scouts go from barely somewhat experienced to a moderate level of experience. The Trip difficulty level in my opinion definitely suited the experience... [more]
Influenza Update (H1N1 Flu â" Swine Flu)
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on August 4th, 2009
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Camping's Top Secrets
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 4th, 2009
My first reaction to this title was "yeah, right". I've been a camper all my life spending a thousand or more nights under canvas or on the trail. My camping education started forty years ago with Colin Fletcher's book 'The... [more]
Cornhusker Council Scout Executive Promoted
Posted to Scouting News on August 4th, 2009
Cornhusker Council President, Bob Morrow, announced the promotion of the Cornhusker Scout Executive It is with both pride and sadness that I announce the promotion of our Scout Executive, Mike Hale, to Associate Regional Director of Program for the... [more]
Patrol Logs
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 4th, 2009
Maintaining a written log is one of the requirements of the Standard Patrol Award at our summer camp. A few years ago we expanded on the idea and now a Patrol Logbook is kept year-round. Every night at camp ends with the Patrols gathering to record... [more]
New BSA handbook now available
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 4th, 2009
Here's a book that should be at the top of your summer reading list. No, it's not the latest legal thriller by John Grisham or romance novel from Danielle Steel. It's the new Boy Scout Handbook , and it's available now. Click here to order... [more]
Merit Badges or Fun?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 4th, 2009
Getting ready for summer we are looking at the merit badges offered at camp. It has been a long standing rule of mine that Scouts in their first year at camp take at least one Eagle Required merit badge. Something like Environmental Science or... [more]
Baloo's Bugle â" September 2009 (Cub Scout Pockets) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 4th, 2009
Baloo's Bugle is a cool monthly unofficial publication with games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings. This one covers the September " Cub Scout Pockets " theme. For Webelos Scout den meetings, this... [more]
Merit Badge Thoughts
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 4th, 2009
We had a wonderful, if somewhat damp, week at summer camp and our Scouts arrived home happily tired from having a great time. Merit Badge work is a big part of summer camp so there are usually some conversations about the quality of instruction and... [more]
I Won!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 3rd, 2009
Back in April on the Leader's Campfire show number 62 , there was a trivia show. At the end of the show, a competition was launched for listeners to answer the questions that the show's participants weren't able to answer. All the questions came... [more]
Cloud Peak Wilderness Trek
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 3rd, 2009
My 30 nights of camping for summer 2009 have finished. Just got back from Wyoming yesterday and you can see our trek route and pictures here. I led a group of 9 from our church, but it included four boy scouts. I had our SPOT Messenger on for the... [more]
"Its for the boys, it's for the boysâ¦"
Posted to A Cubbing Minute Podcast on August 3rd, 2009
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Emergency Preparedness Award
Posted to Scouting News on August 3rd, 2009
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is pleased to partner with the Boy Scouts of America to increase the level of citizen preparedness across the country. DHS has asked the Boy Scouts of America to build upon the foundation of... [more]
An Hour A Week? #190
Posted to An Hour A Week? on August 3rd, 2009
#190-Rain What a rough ending to July! Some tragedy and heroics, the Program Helps is online, a cool patch, hotspots at campsites, a bunch of cool tweets, a neat online brochure, "Made In America", ten things every Cubmaster needs, feedback, and a... [more]
An Hour A Week? #190
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 3rd, 2009
#190-Rain What a rough ending to July! Some tragedy and heroics, the Program Helps is online, a cool patch, hotspots at campsites, a bunch of cool tweets, a neat online brochure, ?Made In America?, ten things every Cubmaster needs, feedback, and a... [more]
Backpacking Tip
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 3rd, 2009
Hey Scouts and Scouters.. I am always wanting to share what's in my pack, ideas, tips, and love to suggest good reading. Here is a must have for every backpacker.. no matter what your skill level is. If you are an expert... this book can help you... [more]
Name That Council: July 31, 2009 solution
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 3rd, 2009
The trees are green. The fish are jumping. The water is pleasant. It must be summer in the land of Friday's patch. Friday's patch featured the pleasant green-and-blue hues that people in cooler climes associate with summer. But notice that it... [more]
Top 10 July 2009 Posts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 3rd, 2009
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for July 2009 (other than those solely about monthly theme items): New Cub Scout Belt Loops Coming 2009-2010 Program Helps Kindergarten Lions: Pilot Description 2009-2010 Program Helps Full Download No More... [more]
BE PREPARED vs SHAVING WEIGHT
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 3rd, 2009
As a Scout leader we teach our Scouts to "Be Prepared".. then we ask, Be prepared for what.. the reply.. "Anything" Typically translates to lots of stuff going into the pack which means more weight. We try to keep the packs of our Scouts down to... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for September's Theme, "Cub Scout Pockets," is ready for August RT's
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 3rd, 2009
Lots of hints for Join Scouting Night this month Bobcat Ceremony ideas Bill Smith, the RT Guy, writes about Family Involvement Jim Jones talks about No Empty Pockets BSA Family Award is the Special Opportunity Activities for Webelos Communicator... [more]
Pack 26 PSA
Posted to Scouting News on August 3rd, 2009
The Hopkinto Cub Scout Pack 26 came by the HCMA TV studio for a tour and filmed this recruitment video... [more]
Dutch Oven Chicken Pot Pie
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on August 2nd, 2009
Hello fellow Scouters, My wife makes an incredible chicken pot pie. A few years ago, I converted it to a Dutch oven recipe, so I could have it at campouts. So here's an easy chicken pot pie recipe you can make at your next campout. The beauty of... [more]
Greg's Fish Shack Dedicated at Ingersoll Scout Reservation
Posted to Scouting News on August 2nd, 2009
Greg's Fish Shack was dedicated at Ingersoll Scout Reservation during a ceremony witnessed by more than 100 Scouts, Scouters, and friends and family of Greg Tripp. Greg, an Eagle Scout and ScoutReach Executive on the W.D. Boyce Council staff,... [more]
Volunteering
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 1st, 2009
With the current economic climate, the availability of jobs is getting less and when a job does become available, competition for the post is often fierce. Therefore, when companies are looking at candidate's Curriculum Vitaes, they are not only... [more]
2009 NOAC Saturday â" Day 1
Posted to Scouting News on August 1st, 2009
The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) kicked off today at Indiana University. If you aren't one of the approximately 7,000 arrowmen in attendance, you can still get a feel for what is happening! The NOAC Staff is producing a website... [more]
July's Top Tweets
Posted to ScoutSigns on August 1st, 2009
1. http://ow.ly/h05l ScoutSigns: New BSA Rank Requirements Coming http://ow.ly/h05l 87 Clicks 2. http://ow.ly/15GxdZ Homeschooling and Scouting http://ow.ly/15GxdZ 69 Clicks 3. http://ow.ly/djkD BSA Immunization Exemption Request form... [more]
MSPP #71: The Pickpocket Skit
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 1st, 2009
The Boy Scouts of Melrose would like to provide this (comical) public service announcement video to help you prepare yourself and your family when you are out having fun this summer. The Scouts demonstrate the three levels of pickpockets that you... [more]
Paper Tensegrity Task Lamp
Posted to Ropes and Poles on August 1st, 2009
Tensegrity structures have fascinated designers since they were invented by Kenneth Snelson in the 1940s. Robbert Spikman, studying Industrial design at the Technical University Eindhoven in the Netherlands, designed this LED desk lamp using a... [more]
BSA to Pilot Under Armour Uniform?
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 1st, 2009
As has been talked about on the BSA Innovation Engine and on many sites online the BSA has decided to pilot a new field uniform made by Under Armour. The reason for this is so that the program's uniform ill appeal to kids who are embarrassed to be... [more]
Assistant Scoutmaster Awarded Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Posted to Scouting News on August 1st, 2009
Sergeant Major Vern Wilfinger was awarded the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for his volunteer service to the civilian community while serving as an Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 27 in East Peoria. Sergeant Major Wilfinger has been... [more]
Cub Scout Pockets
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on August 1st, 2009
Pockets are in play for part 1 of the August 2009 Cubcast. Play the podcast to hear ideas on ways to implement the September theme of "Cub Scout Pockets," as well as thoughts on how to use the theme for advancement, support the monthly core purposes... [more]
Popcorn Sales
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on August 1st, 2009
In this segment, we'll talk about what's new in popcorn sales and great tactics for selling lots of product to fund your pack's activities, as well as develop self-confidence in your boys. We'll visit with Doug Dent, vice president of marketing for... [more]
Baltimore Area Council to Pilot Alternative BSA Under Armour Field Uniform
Posted to Scouting News on July 31st, 2009
Under Armour is collaborating with Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America to pilot a new field uniform, as an optional alternative to the current uniform. The initiative is an effort to appeal to kids who represent a diverse, varied... [more]
Gear Head Friday â" Lights
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on July 31st, 2009
Welcome to this week's edition of Gear Head Friday! This week's topic is camp lighting, proper lighting is very important for any camping trip. Whether your light is a candle or a headlamp proper light is essential. So lets dive into the different... [more]
Personal Watercraft Pilot Update
Posted to Scouting News on July 31st, 2009
Back in May, we informed readers about a Personal Watercraft Pilot program being held at Claytor Lake Adventure Base. The personal Watercraft Pilot at the Claytor Lake Adventure Base within the Blue Ridge Mountains Council in Roanoke, Virginia, has... [more]
Cub Scouts 2010 Early Info
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on July 31st, 2009
Early information is available on Cub Scouting 2010 , the upcoming changes to the Cub Scout program involving the end of monthly themes . The excerpt below is from a National Innovation Council update via the Cornhusker Council website. " Cub... [more]
Scoutmaster Minute Contest
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on July 31st, 2009
As you all know I am a huge fan of backpacking and camping in general! This month the Scoutmaster minute Visitors have a chance to win a $25 coupon code for TrailStop.com , which includes free FedEx Ground Shipping! About the Prize: The good folks... [more]
Name That Council: July 31, 2009
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 31st, 2009
Flying fish, a tree-lined shore, and a snow-capped mountain-what sounds like a scene from an L.L. Bean catalog is actually the content of this week's Name That Council challenge. We've altered the patch above to remove the council's name... [more]
It's With Pride and Joy
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on July 31st, 2009
It was our distinct honor Tuesday night to honor Casey as he stood along side his fellow scouts, leaders and parents, to accept his Eagle Rank. I will say though that it was a little difficult at times to tell who was more proud between he and his... [more]
Pineapple Curry
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on July 31st, 2009
I dug this one out of the Scoutmaster archives. I really like this meal out on the trail. Just enough pop to satisfy. Tasty, easy, and worth the prep. Give this one a try.. you will not be disappointed. Have a Great Scouting Day! ... [more]
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