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100 Days of Scouting: Day 81
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 29th, 2010
Today I: Broadcasted the new Scouting Heritage merit badge information on Twitter, Facebook, via email to the troop, and other Scouters. Oh, asked the Scout store when we can expect the manuals. Reminded the crew about the new age and grade... [more]
Earn The Scouting Heritage Merit Badge.
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 29th, 2010
I almost wish I young enough to be a Boy Scout again. The merit badge I have been waiting for has finally arrived. Scouting Heritage is has been approved and is ready for Boy Scouts to begin earning. Since I am too old to earn it myself, I will be... [more]
Boy Scouts of America promotes nearly 30 years of comprehensive youth protection
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 29th, 2010
Download full-size version of timeline (link opens PDF) Keeping the Scouts in your unit safe is partly your responsibility, and that means much more than simply keeping a well-stocked first-aid kit nearby. It also requires you to know how to spot... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #SE2
Posted to The Leader's Campfire Podcast on April 29th, 2010
#SE2-Breaking: Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide Tonight, we have (I think) an exclusive first look at the final Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide. Guests: MISS Liberty, Co-Host, Moms In Scouting Service Join the forum discussion on this... [more]
New Venturing eligibility requirements begin Saturday
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 29th, 2010
April is almost over, and the arrival of May brings exiting new opportunities for the high-adventure-loving high-schoolers in your town. That's because new eligibility requirements for the Venturing program ensure that more boys and girls are... [more]
Initiative
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 29th, 2010
When we teach the Scouts about task organization and what right looks like, it is important to teach initiative. What I have seen and learned over the last few years is that most of our Scouts, or young men in general lack initiative. You can give... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 76 to Day 80
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 29th, 2010
Anyone every notice how much driving is involved in Scouting? I keep an old 15 passenger van simply because it is the easiest way to move a lot of Scouts and their stuff. And it is paid for. But "The Beast" is getting old, and that will present a... [more]
Family Camping Emblem
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 29th, 2010
BSA Supply Group has quite a few embroidered achievement emblems available like this new family camping emblem . They are $1.29 each. Link Filed under: CUB SCOUTS , Patches... [more]
100 Years of Scouting
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on April 29th, 2010
How is your scouting unit celebrating the centennial? Are you including the scouts in the celebration? I think it'd be incredible to keep a board of 100 good deeds... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 80
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 29th, 2010
Today I: Pulled together the list of awards needed for the pack meeting tonight. Went to the Scout store--still out of a lot of Academics and Sports belt loops and pins (primarily the new ones). Filled out the award cards--this always gives me a... [more]
The Scoutmaster's Lexicon - Voluntold
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 29th, 2010
Voluntold / vol-en-told/ adverb; Taking on a responsibility normally assumed voluntarily under some from of compulsion (typically a withering look from one's comrades). "Edward was voluntold to be the patrol cook."... [more]
Texas: Neches River Rendezvous set for June 5
Posted to Scouting News on April 28th, 2010
Get your canoes ready and your life jackets on! The Neches River Rendezvous is Saturday, June 5 th at Temple-Inland's North Boggy Slough. This scenic 10-mile caonoe trip has something for everyone. Whether you're a bird watcher, or just need a... [more]
Bookmark this great collection of merit badge resources
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 28th, 2010
With 126 merit badges out there (including four for 2010 only ), Scouting offers something for every boy in your troop. But when a Scout comes up to you with dreams of Drafting or visions of Veterinary Medicine, how would you respond? Don't... [more]
SMM 54-What do you Expect?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 28th, 2010
The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast Show 54 A listen in on Scoutmaster Jerry and his Assistant Scoutmasters as well as a few of the new Dads talking about what their expectations are in Scouting and of course.. no good camp discussion would be complete... [more]
SMM 54 â" What Do You Expect?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on April 28th, 2010
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minuteââ¬Â¦ In this show we get a peek around the camp table with Scoutmaster Jerry and the Assistant Scoutmasters plus a couple new Dads talking about Scouting and what they expect. Of course any good camp... [more]
A Couple of Updates
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 27th, 2010
Here are a couple of updates on the last two posts I've done. First of all, here is a message from Bear Grylls, the UK Chief Scout, about the recent increase in numbers of Scouts in the UK. Secondly, there is a report about the 350 new Queen's... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 79
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 27th, 2010
Today I: Caught up all of the Scout accounts for the troop and the pack. Emailed each family with the total bill they owe for summer camp this year. Very painful with families where they have 3 or 4 Scouts in the program, and especially if Dad... [more]
Troop Communications - Scouting Online with SOAR
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 27th, 2010
Somewhere I have a binder full of old troop newsletters that were our principal way of communicating for twenty years. Eventually, like most Troops, Packs and Crews, we set up a website and it became our principal means of communication. Our first... [more]
Unciruclated version of BSA Centennial Silver Dollar sells out
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 27th, 2010
Update (4/27, 10:54 a.m.) : According to just-released sales figures from the Mint, only 19,398Ã coins remain (all proof). That's about 5.5 percent of the original 350,000-coin mintage. We warned you that the BSA Centennial coin could... [more]
Boy Scouts Uncirculated Silver Dollar Sold Out
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 27th, 2010
If you are like me and kept putting off the day to buy the Boy Scout Uncirculated Silver Dollar, well, you are too late. According to coinnews.net : The 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Uncirculated Silver Dollar sold out today, April 26,... [more]
Training, Training, Training
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on April 27th, 2010
I've been offering Red Cross CPR and First Aid training to scout groups for the past four years. I figured it would be a good way to improve my skills and knowledge, make outings safer, and save the units some money since other people were charging... [more]
Feeling Burned Out? Listen To Your High School Chemistry Teacher
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on April 26th, 2010
Hello fellow Scouters, I was recently talking with a great Scout leader, and we were discussing something we all deal with: how to keep ourselves from taking too much on as an active Scout leader. As we discussed how important it is to balance... [more]
When Scout Leaders Lose Their Compass
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on April 26th, 2010
This post is about how some scout leaders lose their compass or sense of scouting direction and hopefully this article will help re-focus what is suppose to be the ultimate goal in scouting: to make sure that the scouting program is both fun and... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 78
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 26th, 2010
Today I: Pulled down a few fresh images for Scouting posts! Updated files for pack's summer camp. Updated files for troop's summer camp. Updated file for troop's C&O Canal work day. Broadcasted a reminder that all summer camp fees are due this... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast Number 14
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 26th, 2010
Train,Trust, Let; Interview with author Richard Bennett; Eagle Scout Drama 3 Scoutmaster Podcast 14 Thanks for all the emails and comments! Most of you know that us blogging podcasters or podcasting bloggers (your choice) thrive on conversation... [more]
Camping As A Boy Scout
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on April 26th, 2010
Boy Scouts Of America is one of the foremost educators of camping for young boys ages 12 through 18. Even before a child is old enough to be a boy scout the organization has activities for younger boys that help them develop good camping... [more]
BSA Adventure Base 100 in Atlanta
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on April 26th, 2010
In addition to track, baseball, football, and basketball, Isiah Jenkins makes time for rock climbing, hiking, and camping. This exceptional Scout, and honor roll student, from Troop 100 at Atlanta's BEST Academy also makes time to give back to his... [more]
boy scouts?
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on April 26th, 2010
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2010 National Scout Jamboree visitor information released
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 26th, 2010
If you're planning to visit the 2010 National Scout Jamboree this summer, listen up. The BSA has just released details for visitors that will help make their jamboree experience memorable and stress-free.Ã Visiting the jamboree at Fort... [more]
Adventure Base 100, Vol. 15: Atlanta, Georgia
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 26th, 2010
Talk about well-rounded! Atlanta's Isiah Jenkins already is a standout athlete in track, baseball, football, and basketball. And even with all of that on his plate, he still makes time for rock climbing, hiking, and camping with the Boy Scouts... [more]
Football Friday: 2010 Stadia in 3d
Posted to Ropes and Poles on April 26th, 2010
(2010 World Cup Stadia: Clockwise from top left: Soccer City, Johannesburg; Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium; Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban; Cape Town Stadium) With the 2010 FIFA World Cup around the corner here in South Africa, I'll be posting links and... [more]
New Blog Design
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 26th, 2010
Trying out a new design for my blog, hopefully I will like it and keep the design how it is. Unfortunately I had to remove the insane scouter logo due to me not be very much into the coding thing, this is a disappointment but who knows maybe it... [more]
Adventure Base 100 video
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 25th, 2010
The video below is for the Atlanta, Georgia stop of the adventure base 100 tour. Yours in Scouting Service Mark W Assistant Webelos Den Leader Pack 69 Frontier District, Denver Area Council NSJ '05 Youth Participant '10 Subcamp 7 Youth Staff WSJ '07... [more]
Adventure Base 100
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 25th, 2010
Even though the previous stop of adventure base 100 still has a few more hours left before the process of clean and breakdown begins, I wanted to publish information for the next stop for 2 reasons. The first is a scout related reason which is the... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 77
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 25th, 2010
Today I: Caught up on reading Scouting blogs. Pulled together details for pack meeting awards--pack meeting is this week! Already! Played "mailman" at home--delivering multiple copies of Boy's Life and Scouting magazine! We get enough of them, that... [more]
Scouting Comes Full Circle
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on April 25th, 2010
Recently, I volunteered to help with the Voyageur District's Derby event which included the pinewood derby cars, the rain gutter regatta boats, and the rocket racers and after the event was over; a young scout came up to me and asked i he could help... [more]
St. George's Day Parade
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 25th, 2010
Today hundreds of Scouts will parade through Windsor to meet up at Windsor Castle , will then inspected by Prince Charles and finally attend a service in St. George's Chapel where they will renew their Scout Promise led by the Chief Scout , Bear... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 76
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 25th, 2010
Today I: Purchased three 21" bow saws so that each patrol will have one for their backpacking and camping use. Small, lightweight, and perfect for younger (and smaller) hands. They were on sale for $2.97 each. Yep, that was it for Scouting today... [more]
BSA Response to Portland, Oregon Trial Outcome â" April 23, 2010
Posted to Scouting News on April 24th, 2010
The following is a response to the outcome to the Portland, Oregon Abuse Trial issued by the BSA on April 23, 2010: The Boy Scouts of America continues to be deeply saddened by what happened to the plaintiff in this case more than 25 years ago. We... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 71 to Day 75
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 24th, 2010
Hit the three-quarters mark today! That means that many of you have been reading along for over 2 months now---and I appreciate it. Scouting takes a lot of effort, and reading other people's ideas feeds the fire More days: Day 71 Day 72 Day 73 Day... [more]
Dugout Dick
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on April 23rd, 2010
It shouldn't be too hard to find a Scoutmaster Minute in this story from Idaho. I lived on the Salmon River for a few years as a little kid and this kind of spirit of taking care of yourself and not expecting a handout is what every scout, pioneer,... [more]
Hits and misses
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on April 23rd, 2010
Kudos to halfeagle.com one of the coolest list of Scouter blogs I have ever seen. Also a great blog called Scoutmaster with good information and podcasts that I am looking forward to listening to when I get home. (On vacation right now and have a... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 75
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 23rd, 2010
Today I: Managed to tweet about St. George's Feast Day (today). St. George is the patron saint of Scouting, and important to my Scout units. Prepared and alert a Scout follows the lead Of our Patron Saint George and his spirited steed." -... [more]
Enabling social sharing with FeedFlare
Posted to Woggleknot.com on April 23rd, 2010
Feed content is being constantly distributed via new channels and endpoints every day. More and more, these new channels involve sharing your content in social networks and applications such as Facebook, Twitter and Google Buzz. Recently, we... [more]
Buckeye May 2010 Packet (In the Spotlight)
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 23rd, 2010
The Simon Kenton Council Buckeye District roundtable packet for May 2010 is available. The Buckeye District assembles a cool roundtable packet each month which they post on their website. This one has games, cooking ideas, crafts, songs, skits,... [more]
Adventure Base 100
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 23rd, 2010
We have another announcement, Adventure base 100 will be coming to Louisville, Kentucky and is going to be held in conjunction with the Kentucky Derby Festival. In particular the adventure base 100 campus will be located at the main/central box... [more]
A Boy Scout Kesha Tik Tok Parody?
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 23rd, 2010
I have to thank jillzemp for sending the link to this Youtube video which pokes fun at Boy Scouts by doing a parody of the Kesha Tik Tok song. Please have a sense of humor to watch it. Everyone join me in doing the "Robin Hood"... [more]
Dungeons, Dragons, and Boy Scouts
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 22nd, 2010
I was nineteen when I was introduced to a roll playing game called Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). A couple of my high school friends and I would get together on weekend when we were home from college and play a game at Chuck's house. He had been... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 74
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 22nd, 2010
Today I: Helped a young Boy Scout work out his family logistics so that he can go camping with us in May. Good kid. Got to let a parent know how exemplary their son was on our Cub Scout field trip last night. Worked out (hopefully) missing issues... [more]
Celebrating Earth Day 2010
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on April 22nd, 2010
Since making a commitment to focus on our environmental impact in every aspect of our business, every shirt we make has been green . Join with us as we celebrate Earth Day at ClassB! We'll match your contributions to our tree planting project . You... [more]
Channeling 'Whittlin' Jim'
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 22nd, 2010
Bill Macfarlane is blogging about an unusual quest; Years ago, when I was a Boy Scout, I would wait impatiently for the next issue of Boy's Life just so I could see the Whittlin' Jim "Slide of the Month" feature. But try as I... [more]
Scouting Memories of 1982: The Slideshow
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 22nd, 2010
I have been a scoutmaster for quite awhile. Sometimes I think too long. Over the years I have taken thousands of pictures of Boy Scouts at hundreds of Scouting events. I am slowly getting them posted on my Flickr account. Last year, I began posting... [more]
Conclave 2010
Posted to From the Committee Chair on April 22nd, 2010
Off on Friday for a 5+ hour drive to the western part of the state ââ¬Â¦ to Hiwassee (near Radford and Christiansburg) for the 2010 SR7A Order of the Arrow Conclave. The weather is supposed to cooperate, so that would make for around 1000 happy... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 73
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 21st, 2010
Today I: Distributed 7 copies of the Parvuli Dei religious emblem book and 2 copies of Light of Christ . Escorted the Tiger Den and the Webelos Scout den to the fire station. Confirmed the Tiger Go See It at the newspaper on Monday. Enjoyed the... [more]
Cleary's Cast-iron Cheesecake Recipe
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 21st, 2010
So after I posted my recap of our March Campout ( read it here ) I had a number of people ask me for the recipe to make Cleary's Cast-iron Cheescake. This recipe was a huge hit with my troop so I hope you will share it with yours. So here is the... [more]
A Blogging Milestone
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 21st, 2010
So this post marks a very special milestone for my blog. This is my 100th post. Pretty cool that I have had over 100 posts and I hope to have many many more in the future. So since I've hit 100 posts lets go back and take a look at my first post:... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Days 69 and 70
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 21st, 2010
Monday was a catch up day as I spend the past 5 days in Wood Badge mode... - stopped by Scout Shop to turn in Scout App - picked up Star Rank patch for newest Star Scout - experimented with new website server - updated official Troop Calendar... [more]
March Campout 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 21st, 2010
The Troop Outside the Cabin So last month our troop held our March Campout. This trip is traditionally the first campout for our new scouts and we had a good number of them attend this trip. This month we decided to stick with our of staying in a... [more]
Day 58
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 21st, 2010
Today I updated the troops website and cleaned up some of my camping gear. Posted via web from A Boy Scout's Blog's Posterous... [more]
Merit Badge Corner â" Geocaching
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 21st, 2010
OK so this week's Merit Badge isn't available to be earned by scouts yet but the official requirements have been released by BSA. It's the Geocaching Merit Badge. What is Geocaching you ask? Geocaching is an outdoor activity in which a GPS is used... [more]
Everything I Needed to Know I Learned in Boy Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 21st, 2010
The Scouts of Troop 826 in 1967... ... and at their 2006 reunion. I recently spent some time interviewing author Richard Bennett about his book 'Everything I Need to Know I learned in Boy Scouts'. Our interview will be part of Scoutmaster... [more]
Introductory pricing on BSA silver dollar ends today
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 21st, 2010
If you're hoping to save some coin on the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar, your time is running out. Introductory pricing on the collectible ends at 5 p.m. (EDT) today. After that, the price of the proof coin (pictured) will... [more]
Scout Explosion
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on April 21st, 2010
Since 2002, our troop has been gradually growing - from around 20 to 55 scouts. Throughout each year, some drop along the way, some age out, and then each spring we get an influx of new scouts. Pretty typical. This year, 30 Webelos chose to join... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 72
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 20th, 2010
Today I: Helped a Scout with Citizenship in the Nation merit badge (as counselor). Helped a Scout with Camping merit badge (as counselor). Tweeted a link to a Cub Scout friendly booklet of the Academics and Sports requirements. Received both of the... [more]
Occoneechee Council, BSA Introduces Historic Merit Badge Program
Posted to Scouting News on April 20th, 2010
The Occoneechee Council has announced that the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is now offering four historic merit badges in honor of the 100th Anniversary of the founding of BSA. Scouts will have the opportunity to earn merit badges in Signaling,... [more]
Catching Up
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on April 20th, 2010
I hit the ground running when we returned from spring break in Switzerland and haven't put any time into posting here. But, there's lots to share: massive new group of scouts great campout OA ceremonies more Eagle scout projects and ceremonies... [more]
The Leader's Campfire #75
Posted to The Leader's Campfire Podcast on April 20th, 2010
#75-Feedback It's an old show, but it does cover the feedback we've gotten since October or so. We hope you enjoy it. CC: On a personal note, I would like to dedicate this show to my Scouting friend and co-host, Steve. Tonight's show sponsored by ... [more]
Handling physical fights between Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 20th, 2010
'What Would You Do?' AKA 'Front Line Stuff' question for the next issue of Scouting Magazine ; During free time on a recent troop camp-out, a Scout from the Fox patrol thought it would be fun to steal the Rattlesnake patrol's flag... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 66 to Day 70
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 20th, 2010
I really like the Centennial rank badges. Whether for Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts, having that "2010" on it signifies something special. This whole season of Scouting is something special. The Scouts we have in our pack, troops and crews now will be... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast Number 13
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 19th, 2010
Mistakes, Hunter Stew, Eagle Scout Drama 2, Tour guides or leaders? Scoutmaster Podcast 13 Thanks for all the emails and comments! Most of you know that us blogging podcasters or podcasting bloggers (your choice) thrive on conversation with our... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 71
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 19th, 2010
Today I: Swapped messages with a new Scouter in my area via Twitter. So now we can meet in "real" life. Updated council and camp Facebook pages. Looked an Kelty 3-man tents at Costco...hmmmm....$57 each. How are you doing with Scouting this spring?... [more]
Alex Lloyd Grand Prix of Long Beach Race Report
Posted to Scouting News on April 19th, 2010
Alex Lloyd finally got his trip to the Beach for one of Indy Car's signature races, the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Alex Lloyd driving the #19 BSA car has won numerous times on the Indy Lights series in 2007 but has never run on the streets of... [more]
On the Up!
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 19th, 2010
Great news from the Scout Association today. The results of the 2010 census are in and the number of young people Scouting in the UK is up again! The membership now stands at 499,323, which is 3.45% up on last year! This is also the greatest growth... [more]
An Hour A Week? #222
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on April 19th, 2010
#222-Better Skateboarding, new leaders, Centennial Patch ribbons, visiting Boy Scout Troops, OA problems, getting fit, 5 things Cub Leaders should remember, and setting proper parent expectations are on the show tonight. Links: Skateboarding... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Days 64 to 68
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 19th, 2010
What an incredible week of Scouting: Wednesday: arrived at Camp Belzer in to help finish up set up for Wood Badge C-33-10 - attended Wood Badge Staff dinner - received my 3rd Bead, then the Course Director gave us all a gift of Wood Badge Beads... [more]
San Diego Council's Scout Fair
Posted to The Trainer's Corner Blog on April 18th, 2010
Hello fellow Scouters, This past Saturday, my council (the San Diego-Imperial Council) had its annual Scout Fair, in the parking lot of San Diego's football stadium. It's an event they hold each year, and every year it's so much fun. My son and I... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 70
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 18th, 2010
Today I: Attended the Patrol Leader's Conference. Two hours of Scouting where lots was planned--including election cycle, Scout-o-Rama, and weekend service project with campout. Two hours is enough Scouting for today--lots of work to be done to... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #13
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 18th, 2010
It is time to join Scoutmaster Steve and Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, Around The Scouting Campfire . In this episode they discuss city proclamations about the Boy Scouts of America's 100th anniversary and Scouting For Food, some iTunes reviews,... [more]
Around The Scouting Campfire #13
Posted to Around The Scouting Campfire Podcast on April 18th, 2010
It is time to join Scoutmaster Steve and Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, Around The Scouting Campfire . In this episode they discuss city proclamations about the Boy Scouts of America's 100th anniversary and Scouting For Food, some iTunes reviews,... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 69
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 17th, 2010
Today I: Helped a Tiger build a project at Lowe's (free kits twice a month!). Confirmed plans for PLC tomorrow night. Encouraged a Scout beginning on the Painting merit badge. Yes, scraping the old border off the walls first is important! Beautiful... [more]
Youth Protection Month
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 17th, 2010
Ok, it's Youth protection month and everyone should be checking their training cards to make sure they are current in their training. The online version is actually pretty good and while it is a bit long, it sure is better than dedicating a Saturday... [more]
Merit Badge Corner â" Historic Merit Badge Program is Ready for Lift off!
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 17th, 2010
OK, so back in January the blog over at Scouting Magazine put out the information on the Historic Merit Badge Program. Unfortunately this information was put out before the program was ready to roll and caught most of the scouting community... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 68
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 16th, 2010
Today I: Uploaded a couple of hundred pictures from recent camp-outs with the Scouts. Helped a parent understand that I'm not going to watch her Boy Scout until they get there 30 minutes after the meeting ends. Sigh. Planned a family outing with my... [more]
The Pace of Advancement
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 16th, 2010
A reader asks: "Our troop seems to think we should hold off the scouts until they are older (ie end of Junior Year) to do their Eagle Projects and try to control the pace of advancement in the troop because they want the scouts to be more... [more]
Diving Eagle
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on April 16th, 2010
Early to Mid April 2010 Time to carve: 4 hours Finishing: 1 hour At 7 1/2 inches this is the largest slide I have carved to date. (Actually the Giant Titanus Beetle is larger but that is just because of the antennas.) Carved from maple (yeah, I am... [more]
100 days remain until the 2010 National Scout Jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 16th, 2010
The countdown to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree is about to drop into double digits. Just 100 days remain until the jamboree begins at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. This summer's jamboree isn't just any jamboree. It's "The best, most exciting,... [more]
Hungry Frog
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on April 16th, 2010
Late Late March - Early April 2010 Time to carve: 4 hours Finishing: 1 hour I like slides, sometimes, that don't require a loop to be attached to the back of it. The neckerchief simply passes through the body of the slide. Why? Well these slides... [more]
Wood Badge
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 16th, 2010
Today was the first day of Wood Badge course. I was very happy to get a great group. They are enthusiastic and energetic. My 1st presentation went off well and I was very relived. Day 2 starts in 6 hours so off to bed. More when I return Its only... [more]
Artist's Palette
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on April 16th, 2010
End March 2010 Time to carve: .5 hours Finishing: 1 hour One of the easiest slides I have made thus far! I had some thin pile wood scrap around (from another project) and a quick trip around with a jig saw did the trick. Drill the hole and then... [more]
Bugle
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on April 16th, 2010
End March 2010 Time to carve: 2.5 hours Finishing: 1.5 hour Delicate does not begin to describe this project. I had to pick wood that would not crack or break while I carved out the fine details of this slide. I decided on maple because of it's... [more]
Adventure Base 100 Video
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 15th, 2010
Here is the video from Charlotte, North Carolina. Please Enjoy. Also just wanted to issue a update which is, I am officially registered and have transferred my National Jamboree Staff registration to Denver Area, this is due to the fact that it... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 67
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 15th, 2010
Today I: Finished cleaning up from the camping trip this weekend. Yuck. Mailed in the check for the crew's fundraiser...as they get ready to launch another one. Busy crew! Very motivated. Started fielding questions from new Boy Scout parents...;-)... [more]
Lionel will create limited-edition replica of BSA locomotive
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 15th, 2010
When we told you about Union Pacific's BSA locomotive last month, were you dreaming of ways to get that 207-ton beauty in your living room? Well, a solution is coming that won't require you to knock down the walls of your home. Lionel... [more]
Adventure Base 100, Vol. 14: Charlotte, N.C.
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 15th, 2010
The Adventure Base 100 journey continues to Charlotte, N.C., where you'll meet the Whitlock family. Three generations of Whitlocks have been in Scouting, meaning their involvement spans 70 of the BSA's 100 years of existence. Impressive!... [more]
Baloo's Bugle â" May 2010 (In the Spotlight) Theme
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 15th, 2010
The new Baloo's Bugle is available. Baloo's Bugle is a helpful monthly unofficial newsletter with games, activities, ceremonies, puzzles, crafts, and other ideas for den and pack meetings. This one covers the May 2010 " In the Spotlight " theme... [more]
YMCA or MPSC?
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 14th, 2010
I was listening to some music at work this afternoon when the Village People's Y.M.C.A. was played. Suddenly, I was transported back to summer camp several years ago. Troop 68 liked taking songs, changing the words, and making a new campfire song... [more]
National Trails Day a natural fit for Scouting
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 14th, 2010
Question: How many miles of trails cut across the United States? Answer: More than 200,000. Question: Who knows the beauty of those trails best? Answer: The Boy Scouts of America. That's what makes National Trails Day the perfect opportunity to... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 66
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 14th, 2010
Today I: Updated a previous 100 Days of Scouting , to reflect a Scoutmaster Conference successfully had on our campout Saturday. Continued my quest for a fairly inexpensive, 15 degree-ish, mummy-style sleeping bag. I'm a big guy and not having much... [more]
Adventure Base 100
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 14th, 2010
Are you looking for an adventure? Come celebrate the 100 with Adventure Base 100 as it rolls into Atlanta. This unique, interactive 10,000-square-foot campus, will be in Atlanta on Friday, April 16 from noon to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 17from 10 a.m... [more]
Too Many Classes?
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 14th, 2010
From the New Yorker Magazine... [more]
Character hurts
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 14th, 2010
Sunday I had a discussion with a Scout in my Jamboree Troop, he was conflicted because of his commitments to both his High School band in which he is a leader, first chair and peer leader etc. and his opportunities to be a leader within our Jamboree... [more]
the Scoutmaster Minute Show #53
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 14th, 2010
The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast- 53 The PLC fixing the Train Wreck - April 13, 2010 Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute, in this show we will talk about fixing your troop with the PLC. Inspired from an email I received from a loyal listener, we... [more]
The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast- 53 The PLC fixing the Train Wreck
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on April 14th, 2010
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute, in this show we will talk about fixing your troop with the PLC. Inspired from an email I received from a loyal listener, we talk about the success of a Troop and that it starts with the PLC. Leave feedback in... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Days 61, 62 and 63
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 14th, 2010
Another several days without posting but been very busy: Since Sunday I have: - finished my Troop Presentation for Wood Badge - organized my desk and contacted 2 Eagle Scouts about their Eagle Books coming back from National - stopped by Scout Shop... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 61 to Day 65
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 14th, 2010
More Scouters keep commenting on 100 Days , and some are even joining in. It is great to be a part of something that is helping to keep Scouting a part of daily life. Kind of like going to church on Sunday versus living like every day was a church... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 65
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 13th, 2010
Today I: Helped a Scout pull together a merit badge notebook to help track all of his work and documents for the 8 different badges he is working on. Purchased several new merit badge books. Completed my backlog of reading Scout blogs! Made sure... [more]
An Hour A Week? #221
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on April 13th, 2010
#221-Tea for One Cub Scouts 2010 materials, having year-round Roundtables, training, some Pinewood Derby updates and 2 rants are in your show tonight. Links: An electronic PWD starter- http://bit.ly/cpNDMG Wordpress District Website-... [more]
Who Makes all the Decisons?
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 13th, 2010
Every decision in the world is made by the person who has the power to make that decision-not the "right" person, or the "smartest" person, or the "most qualified" person, and in most cases not you . If you influence this decision maker, you will... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast Number 12
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 12th, 2010
Interview with Lt. Col. Otha Thornton Podcast Number 12 Thanks for all the emails and comments! Most of you know that us blogging podcasters or podcasting bloggers (your choice) thrive on conversation with our readers and/or listeners. Fell free to... [more]
BSA Announces new GEOCACHING Merit Badge
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 12th, 2010
BSA today, on the Scouting Magazine BLOG announced the release of the final requirements for a new Merit Badge for the sport of GEOCACHING. The merit badge pamphlet is not yet available, but the Boy Scouts of America wanted to get the official... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 64
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 12th, 2010
Today I: Helped a Scout finish his Camping merit badge (I'm a counselor). Discussed how to pay vendor share of crew's fundraiser. Light work on Scouting today, but managed to help a young man get one step closer to Eagle Scout...so it was a GREAT... [more]
Alex Lloyd Inaugural Indy Grand Prix of Alabama Race Report
Posted to Scouting News on April 12th, 2010
The Boy Scouts of America #19 IndyCar made its first trip to the beautiful Barber Motorsports Park Road Course circuit 20 miles east of downtown Birmingham. Alex Lloyd driving the #19 BSA car ran as high as 6th place in today's race. After... [more]
Official Geocaching merit badge requirements released
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 12th, 2010
You won't need your GPS unit to find the Geocaching merit badge requirements. We've got them right here. The merit badge pamphlet is not yet available, but the Boy Scouts of America wanted to get the official requirements in the hands of... [more]
Adventure Base 100, Vol. 13: Greenville, S.C.
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 12th, 2010
Your ambassador for Adventure Base 100's visit to Greenville, S.C., is another special example of the power of Scouting. Meet Ameer Armaly, an college junior who didn't let his blindness get in the way of his drive to become an Eagle Scout... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, April 11, 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 12th, 2010
This week's video was suggested by Scoutmaster Steve from A Scoutmaster's Blog . This weeks video is the song, Cool and Creamy sang by the boys from Troop 27. Enjoy!... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 63
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 11th, 2010
Today I: Cleaned up my gear from the campout. Participated in a spirited debate on the value of "boy-led" troops, and to what extent they should be "boy-led". Remembered: last night, helped an injured Scout at the Crossover. What a busy weekend!... [more]
Dr. "Red" Duke will address Eagle Scouts at a 'Gathering of Eagles'
Posted to Scouting News on April 11th, 2010
The Tall Timbers District of the Boy Scouts of America is looking for Eagle Scouts of ALL ages, who live in the District and the South Montgomery County area. The District is hosting a ââ¬ËGathering of Eagles' on Sunday, May 23, 2010, in The... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 62
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 11th, 2010
Today I: Hiked a few miles with the troop. Wrapped up a camping trip, and drove some of the Boy Scouts out for the Webelos Crossover tonight. Received six brand new Boy Scouts into the troop. They have decided to be the Flaming Arrow patrol. Cool... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 60
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 11th, 2010
WOW oh WOW...here we are at 60! Big Scouting Day: - finished up Wood Badge Troop Guide Presentations - emailed complete roster to entire Troop - created Adult Resource Form for the website - built Welcome Pack to my new Buffalo Patrol for Wood... [more]
Adventure Base 100 Videos
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 10th, 2010
Here is the Adventure base 100 video from Jacksonville, Florida. Here is the adventure base 100 video from Miami, Florida. Here is the adventure base 100 video from Greenville, South Carolina. Yours in Scouting Service Mark W Assistant Den Leader... [more]
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 10th, 2010
Sorry rough week again, it has just been one of those semesters for me at college. I have been continuing to have some medical issues, which are hopefully going to be resolved very quickly. Yesterday April 9, 2010 was the first day of 14th stop of... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Days 58 and 59
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 10th, 2010
The end of a turbulent week: Day 58: - chatted it up with several internet Scouters - designed a new online Adult Resource form for the Troop Day 59: - built HipsterPDAs for my Wood Badge patrol - listened to True North Podcast and Skyped the... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 61
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 9th, 2010
Today I: Drove out early to secure 3 free campsites in our National Forest. Nice impromptu field trip for my Tiger. Nice hike tomorrow with the troop. Stopped by WalMart to facilitate "oh, I have to buy food for the patrol this weekend". Checked in... [more]
Scouting and Trains
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 9th, 2010
Two of my favourite things! There has long been a tradition of naming locomotives with Scouting related names. In the 1930's the London Midland and Scottish Railway (LMS) named 2 of their Royal Scot engines The Boy Scout (6169) and The Girl Guide... [more]
BSA IndyCar zooms into Alabama this weekend
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 9th, 2010
If you're a Scouting enthusiast and a fan of high-speed thrills, it doesn't get much better than this. On Sunday, the Boy Scouts of America's No. 19 IndyCar is back in action. Driver Alex Lloyd and the BSA Motorsports team hit the track... [more]
BSA IndyCar
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 9th, 2010
Scouts got a chance to preview the planned BSA Indy Car last August. Credits to marjcr " August 27, 2009 - Scout representatives from southern Sonoma County go to the Indy Car race at Infineon Raceway to learn about plans for a Boy Scout branded car... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 56 to Day 60
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 9th, 2010
100 Days is well past the halfway mark now. This is a busy time of the year. Webelos Scouts moving to the troop. Summer camp questions almost every day. And pack meetings...never forget the energy and stress that go into making a good pack meeting... [more]
Florida Scouts Celebrate 100 Years by Collecting Quarters to Build Schools in Africa
Posted to Scouting News on April 8th, 2010
The Central Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America is celebrating 100 years of Scouting with the "Scouting for Change" coin drive. The Scouting for Change service project was conceptualized by the Central Florida Council's leadership as a way to... [more]
MSPP #84: A Humorous Opening
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 8th, 2010
Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68 holds four courts of honor per year. We begin with an opening ceremony, followed by the presentation of year pins and merit badges, a short entertainment spot by the Scouts, recognition of Scouts who have earned a rank,... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 60
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 8th, 2010
Today I: Paid for my peanut order. They look really good, too. Contacted Bears that missed the pack meeting last night--and getting their Bear rank. Lots of illness going around. Found out if a dad could still get in on the Webelos Crossover... [more]
The Good Turn
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 8th, 2010
As a Scout one should "Do a good turn daily". It can be as simple as holding open a door, picking up a dropped item or helping the little old lady across the street. Yesterday as I walked into work I passed the old Scout Shop (it is between my... [more]
The Brand Centre
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 8th, 2010
Back in October I mentioned that the Scout Association was setting up a Brand Centre for all the things we would need to be able to promote ourselves in a unified and professional way. Well it was launched a few weeks ago and as well as being able... [more]
Multi Tool Museum
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 8th, 2010
Have a look at the evolution of the multi-tool at the Multi-Tool Museum... [more]
Thus, It Beganâ¦
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 8th, 2010
April 3rd happened to be a Tuesday during the year of 2007. After months of thought, planning, and preparing it was time to begin my new project. It was time to begin the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast by posting the first video. That first... [more]
Watkin's Mill Trail Hike - New!
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 8th, 2010
The Heart of America Council has a set of new hiking trails called "Watkin's Mill Trail" with a wonderful patch available. Watkins Mill's theme and history is based on the highly successful woolen business by a turn of the century, rural family in... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 57
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 8th, 2010
Wednesdays are recovery days from the Meeting but with the lack of attendance last night I have less recovering to do :) - picked up Eagle Book from National of Scout who had his BoR on Feb 8th - picked up 2010 Centennial Rank Patches - picked up... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 59
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 7th, 2010
Today I: Drove to the Scout store to pick up all of my awards for tonight--last minute trip! Filled out approximately 75 award cards by hand. Cub Scout Academics and Sports awards are the best! My guys love earning them, and apparently trying to... [more]
Fort Adams Hosts its First Boy Scout Overnight of the Season
Posted to Scouting News on April 7th, 2010
More than a dozen scouts and parents from Boy Scout Troop 3:Lee, MA enjoyed their overnight stay in Historic Fort Adams on Saturday, March 27, 2010. The troop camped in the middle of the 6 ¼ acre parade field surrounded by the 180 year old Fort's... [more]
Watch Fox's footage of Jeff Gordon's pinewood derby race
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 7th, 2010
Last month, we told you about Jeff Gordon's pinewood derby race against Atlanta-area Cub Scouts . You read about how Fox's national broadcast team was there to film a special story to air before Gordon's big NASCAR race. But then... [more]
Less than 24 percent of BSA Centennial Silver Dollars still available
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 7th, 2010
Time is running out to get your hands on the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar. According to figures released by the U.S. Mint, 266,517 coins have been sold as of Sunday. The U.S. Mint will only be producing 350,000 coins, meaning just... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 56
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 7th, 2010
Tuesday is meeting night, always a great time. Tonight however was a little different as it is also Spring Break here. So we had a fraction of the number of Scouts we usually have. The 1st Year Scouts worked on a little project while the older... [more]
North Carolina Boy Scouts Receive Drug Education
Posted to Scouting News on April 7th, 2010
The famous motto of the Boy Scouts is "Be Prepared". In today's modern world it takes on new meaning as teens and youth are constantly bombarded with drug ads in the media as well as celebrity popularization of illicit drugs. However, the Boy... [more]
Happy Birthday Escouts
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 7th, 2010
It was nice to note the other day that Escouts was celebrating its 9th birthday (so its a Cub then!). Escouts provide free web hosting to Scout Groups, Districts etc. in the UK and have some great forums. Its grown to be a great resource for UK... [more]
True North Show 23
Posted to True North Scouting on April 7th, 2010
Not a whole lot to say, I have some other great things in mindââ¬Â¦but I have had a couple of online discussions and wanted to share those with you, along with some more troop news, and some great trail linksââ¬Â¦ Trail Cooking ââ¬â great... [more]
BSA Commemorative Locomotive
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 7th, 2010
Narrated Video Coverage of the Locomotive by the Houston Chronicle Joint News Release - Union Pacific and Boy Scouts of America Union Pacific Railroad Unveils No. 2010 Boy Scouts of America Commemorative Locomotive Special Locomotive Celebrates... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 58
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 6th, 2010
Today I: Planned out a series of posts for Scoutsigns on the new Historic Merit Badges. I'm as excited about these as my Scouts are. Put together my order for the pack meeting tomorrow night. Our Webelos Scouts are crossing over to the troop this... [more]
Historic Merit Badge: Pathfinding
Posted to Scouting News on April 6th, 2010
As we stated in Historic Merit Badge Program A Go (for real this time!) , we are going to be taking an in-depth look at each of the four Historic Merit Badges in the next few days. First up was Carpentry Merit Badge , then Signaling Merit Badge ,... [more]
An Hour A Week? #220
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on April 6th, 2010
#220-Turn To Stone A full review of our Pinewood Derby and Pack Meeting. Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 55
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 6th, 2010
Got two projects in mind, one specific to my Troop, one I will need Internet community help with...details to follow. Getting nervous about Wood Badge, need to make sure I have everything ready to go! Today I: - wrote a reference letter for an... [more]
BSA Patches on Space Shuttle
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 6th, 2010
BSA Press Release Contact: Julie Bulthaus 314-982-8779 314-920-8004 (cell) [email protected] Scouting's Centennial is Out of This World-Literally! Boy Scouts of America's 100th Anniversary Year of Celebration Patches Head to International... [more]
Jambo Area Camping At Camp Snyder
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 6th, 2010
From the National Capital Area Council Attending the Jamboree?? Camp William B. Snyder, located 75 miles outside Fort A.P. Hill, VA, is the perfect location for visiting Scouts and units. Cabins, dining hall, swimming pool, wall tents, and more will... [more]
Historic Merit Badge: Tracking
Posted to Scouting News on April 5th, 2010
As we stated in Historic Merit Badge Program A Go (for real this time!) , we are going to be taking an in-depth look at each of the four Historic Merit Badges in the next few days. First up was Carpentry Merit Badge , then Signaling Merit Badge ,... [more]
BSA Licensing Presents Six 2009 Quality Licensee Awards
Posted to Scouting News on April 5th, 2010
The Boy Scouts of America Quality Licensee program is designed to recognize licensees that achieve excellence through their commitment to ongoing product development, their steadfast adherence to the licensing program requirements, and their active... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 57
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 5th, 2010
Today I: Confirmed my appointment to discuss basic backpacking with the Crew. Planned my backpacking talk! Ordered my 2010 rank advancement badges for the pack--they are FINALLY in! Woo! Wrote out my pack meeting plan. Printed out reminders to get... [more]
Adventure Base 100, Vol. 12: Miami, Florida
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 5th, 2010
Scouting is for everyone, and nobody knows that message better than Tony Stout, a South Florida Scoutmaster who works with children of migrant families. He helps ensure that these boys find a home in Scouting to keep them on a path toward success... [more]
Liftoff! BSA patches catch a ride on space shuttle Discovery
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 5th, 2010
Continuing its long relationship with Scouting, NASA today announced that four Boy Scouts of America patches were launched into space on Discovery's STS-131 mission. Four Year of Celebration patches (seen at left) are on board as the space... [more]
Kindle, iPad, and Scouting
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 5th, 2010
There has been a lot written about the Kindle vs. the iPad debate. My question is this, is either one useful for the wonderful world of Scouting? I do not own either one, but I do see possible uses for both gadgets. Amazon's Kindle, an e-book... [more]
Scouting's Centennial is Out of This World-Literally!
Posted to Scouting News on April 5th, 2010
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has officially taken its 100th Anniversary Celebration to new heights. Four Year of Celebration patches left the stratosphere today as cargo on the space shuttle Discovery's STS-131 mission to the International Space... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast Number 11
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 5th, 2010
Magical Mystery Tour, One Night at Camp, Avoiding Eagle Scout Drama 1 Scoutmaster Podcast Number 11 Thanks for all the emails and comments! Most of you know that us blogging podcasters or podcasting bloggers (your choice) thrive on conversation... [more]
5 Things Cub Scouters Shouldn't Overlook
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 5th, 2010
Jacob Moorman is a KISMIF.org guest blogger and Den Leader fro m Pine Tree Council in Maine . Here are 5 things that are very useful parts of the Cub Scouting program that many Cub Scouters overlook : Cub Scout Sports and Academics Program. The Cub... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week â" April 4, 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 5th, 2010
This week's video comes from the great guys over at Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast. It is the furniture store skit that was performed at one of there annual laughs for lunch shows. Enjoy!... [more]
In the Spotlight â" Official Theme Description
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 5th, 2010
The May 2010 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is " In the Spotlight ." Here is the official BSA theme description: "It's time to perform and be in the spotlight! This month spend some time making musical instruments to be used in the pack meeting variety... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Days 53 and 54
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 5th, 2010
Well it only took 52 days to come to a weekend were I have NO Scout business to discuss. Being a Scoutmaster is a full time job. I have had something to write about every day for the past 52 days. That is amazing to think about. Scouting is... [more]
Happy Easter 2010!
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 4th, 2010
Christ the lord is risen today! Today is a joyous occasion for all of the Christian faith and I hope that this easter finds you and your family happy, safe, and healthy. Don't forget that a scout is reverent and have a very happy and blessed easter... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 51 to Day 55
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 4th, 2010
Despite the picture, Scouting isn't all fun and games. But it is a lot of fun. The 100 Days of Scouting is humming right along, cruising into the last few weeks. We have so much planned that is going to make it into the list! More days: Day 51 Day... [more]
Historic Merit Badge: Signaling
Posted to Scouting News on April 4th, 2010
As we stated in Historic Merit Badge Program A Go (for real this time!) , we are going to be taking an in-depth look at each of the four Historic Merit Badges in the next few days. First up was Carpentry Merit Badge , now its Signaling!... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 56
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 4th, 2010
Today I: Practiced being reverent. Happy Easter! Today, the closest I'm going to come to Scouting is spending time with my family. I'll get a phone call or two--like I do every Sunday when my Scouts think of something!... [more]
Spotted: Boy Scout Uniform on Saturday Night Live
Posted to Scouting News on April 4th, 2010
If you follow @ScoutingNews on Twitter, you may have caught a tweet about last night's Saturday Night Live. " ScoutingNews : Annoyed that Eddie Vedder (or actor playing him) is wearing #BSA uniform in #SNL skitââ¬Â¦ no good reason for... [more]
Cub Scouts 2010 - Materials Availability
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 4th, 2010
National Council has announced the following via E-mail sent to council execs and others - Cub Scouts 2010 - Materials Availability Development of materials to support the rollout of Cub Scouts 2010 is well under way, and we are now in a position to... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for April RTs and May's Theme, "In the Spotlight" is on line
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 4th, 2010
Baloo's Bugle for April RTs and May's Theme, "In the Spotlight" is on line Check it out - Articles by Scouter Jim and Bill Smith, the Roundtable guy. Lots of good material from Alice in Golden Empire Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit... [more]
Union Pacific Railroad Unveils No. 2010 BSA Commemorative Locomotive
Posted to Scouting News on April 4th, 2010
Union Pacific Railroad unveiled the UP No. 2010 Boy Scouts of America Locomotive, created as a tribute to the organization's centennial celebration. The UP No. 2010 honors Scouting's 100-year impact on the nation and the many Scouting enthusiasts... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 55
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 3rd, 2010
Today I: Worked on organizing my Scout paperwork some more. I'm definitely paying for letting it go so long. Helped a Scout with information on the Painting merit badge. Easter is almost here, and I have a lot of non-Scout responsibilities. How do... [more]
Happy Easter
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on April 3rd, 2010
I would like to start out by wishing you all a very Happy Easter and hope that the the bunny is good to you. I for one love the Easter Bunny and although I have never seen the bunny, I have been the recipient of some wonderful gifts which have... [more]
Historic Merit Badge: Carpentry
Posted to Scouting News on April 3rd, 2010
As we stated in Historic Merit Badge Program A Go (for real this time!) , we are going to be taking an in-depth look at each of the four Historic Merit Badges in the next few days. First up is Carpentry Merit Madge! Carpentry Merit Badge was first... [more]
ANOs Boy Scout Merit Badge University Sets Attendance Record
Posted to Scouting News on April 3rd, 2010
Arkansas Nuclear One's annual Boy Scout Merit Badge University set a new attendance record recently and left little doubt that the annual event has become a favorite for area youth and adults. Attendance reached 200 â the largest since the... [more]
Maps
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on April 3rd, 2010
On of the most useful skills a person can gain from Scouting is the ability to read and use maps. This skill is not only used when hiking, for example, but when going to a new place in the car. In fact, if I use a sat-nav to take me to a new place,... [more]
April Fools Day and the Scouting Community
Posted to Scouting News on April 3rd, 2010
As you are well aware yesterday was April Fools Day. The Scouting World wasn't exempt from this day of pranks; however it seemed fairly tame this year. Take a look at a few of the April Fools Day Pranks that tried to take the Online Scouting... [more]
Historic Merit Badge Program A Go (for real this time!)
Posted to Scouting News on April 3rd, 2010
It's been a long wait since Scouting Magazine announced the Historic Merit Badge Program back in January to yesterday when the program was made live for Scouts to earn the badges. (ok, technically the material first appeared on March 30th,... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 54
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 2nd, 2010
Today I: Helped yet another Scout with decisions about his summer camp merit badges. I'm detecting a trend! Aided a certain young Tiger Scout in the selection of his first baseball glove. I'm sure the Baseball and Softball belt loops will be in his... [more]
Adventure Base 100
Posted to Scouting Maniac on April 2nd, 2010
Tomorrow, Saturday April 3, 2010 begins the 13th stop of the Adventure Base 100 Cross Country Tour. It will be held in Greenville, South Carolina and it will be held in parking lot of Walmart Super Center Store #640 which is located at 1451 Woodruff... [more]
ScoutStuff.org Sale: BSA® 4th Edition Fieldbook and Protective Cover
Posted to Scouting News on April 2nd, 2010
Just received this announcement from ScoutStuff.org: The BSA® 4th Edition Fieldbook and Protective Cover NOW ONLY $5.99 EACH! There's never been a better time to purchase the comprehensive reference handbook trusted by millions of Scouts and... [more]
ScoutStuff.org Sale: BSA® 4th Edition Fieldbook and Protective Cover
Posted to Scouting News on April 2nd, 2010
Just received this announcement from ScoutStuff.org: The BSA® 4th Edition Fieldbook and Protective Cover NOW ONLY $5.99 EACH! There's never been a better time to purchase the comprehensive reference handbook trusted by millions of Scouts and... [more]
If
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 2nd, 2010
If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you; If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you, But make allowance for their doubting too: If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, Or, being lied about,... [more]
Mar-Apr 2010 Magazine News Briefs
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 2nd, 2010
Trailhead (formerly "News Briefs") in the March-April 2010 issue of Scouting magazine includes the following news stories of interest to Cub Scouters: Scientific Study of Scouting Benefits Scouting Centennial Coin and Stamp National Scouting... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 51 and 52
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 2nd, 2010
Yesterday was a slow Scout day. - talked with a new Eagle about his paperwork - chatted with an Internet Scouting Friend about all things Today was the same, things might be slowing down OR I am busy getting ready for Baseball's Opening Day!... [more]
Top March 2010 Posts
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 2nd, 2010
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for March 2010 (other than those solely about monthly theme items): 2009 New Belt Loops List New 2009 Cub Scout Belt Loops Coming Video Games Belt Loop Requirements Kindergarten Lions: Pilot Description... [more]
Historic Merit Badges Officially Released
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on April 1st, 2010
The BSA officially released the requirements and information on the four Historic Merit Badges (Carpentry, Pathfinding, Signaling, and Tracking) today, April, 1, 2010. Scouts may work on them now, but must complete them by December 31, 2010, if they... [more]
April Fools Day
Posted to ScoutSigns on April 1st, 2010
April Fools Day is upon us. I was burned once pretty publicly and don't care to repeat it for anyone else. A Scout is Kind. Not that I mind being fooled in the comfort of my own laptop though...;-)... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 53
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on April 1st, 2010
Today I: Helped a(nother) Scout with his merit badge selection for summer camp. Sent out a lot of information (all I could find) on Twitter about the new Historic Merit Badges: Carpentry , Signaling , Pathfinding , and Tracking . There are pdf... [more]
A Change in Directionâ¦.
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on April 1st, 2010
If you have visited the site today you may have noticed a change in the theme. There is a reason for this. Recently, Google Inc. contacted me about acquiring my blog and integrating it as a scouting based blog aggregator. This acquisition will... [more]
Cloverleaf lashing- supporting the poles
Posted to Ropes and Poles on April 1st, 2010
I posted this photograph of Adiero 's octopod cloverleaf lashing at Kontiki. Here is the formwork needed to support it while tying the lashing (thanks to Louise from Adiero for the explanation): The vertical pole is a stake that supports the stack... [more]
It's official: The Boy Scouts of America Historic Merit Badge program begins today
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 1st, 2010
This is no April Fools' Day joke: the Boy Scouts of America Historic Merit Badge program is here. Today marks the first day boys can begin earning Signaling, Tracking, Pathfinding, and Carpentry: four merit badges brought back for the... [more]
The Natural Genius of Children
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 1st, 2010
Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D. has more than thirty years of teaching experience from the primary through the doctoral level. He has authored many books related to learning and human development. His writing on the natural genius of children is an... [more]
G2SS: Youth Member Behavior
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on April 1st, 2010
Have you read it yet? If not, you should. The plot is riveting. The characters are interesting. The story's climax will leave you waiting for the sequel. Okay, okay. The Guide To Safe Scouting (G2SS) is not quite that exciting, but it is a good... [more]
Historical Merit Badge Program
Posted to The Scoutmaster on April 1st, 2010
Check out this website I found at scouting.org It is about time! Way to be off the mark there BSA...it's not like the 100th Anniversary snuck up on us... Permalink | Leave a comment û... [more]
One Little Patch.. One Huge Movement
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 1st, 2010
Prompted from discussion from my podcast with Mike Walton, the World Scout Crest Emblem raised more than an eye brow. Let me give you some background (I am not going to rehash the discussion from the podcast, you can listen to it using the link on... [more]
Final Mulch Delivery
Posted to From the Committee Chair on April 1st, 2010
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gjam_P5g4Z0 Well, we delivered our final 1500 bags or so of mulch this past Saturday. The turnout as not as good as we had hoped for, but all the bags were delivered to the customers by around 3 pm or so. Our partnership... [more]
In the Spotlight!
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on April 1st, 2010
It's time to perform and be in the spotlight. Matt Markham and Jessi King Markham guest star in this podcast to show us that whether it's putting on a play, making posters, playing an instrument or spotlighting the adult members who keep the den and... [more]
Mar-Apr 2010 Scouting Magazine
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on April 1st, 2010
The March-April 2010 issue of Scouting magazine is available at the magazine website. This issue has articles of interest to Cub Scouters on the following subjects: "Celebrate the Adventure" Photo Contest Winners. Link Importance of Cub Scouter... [more]
Spring Recruiting
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on April 1st, 2010
It's springtime! And just like little birds leaving the nest, all the Webelos are leaving the Pack to go on to Boy Scouting. Marty Walsh, the Department Manager for the Membership Impact Department at the National Office in Irving, TX explains to us... [more]
Historic Merit Badge Program
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on April 1st, 2010
The official info is Finally available on Scouting.org page - let's do this thing already! The final completion date is still December 31, 2010. The page above has links to online info and requirements for each badge. Scout... [more]
BSA locomotive puts Scouting's message on track
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on March 31st, 2010
Union Pacific Railroad today unveiled its No. 2010 Boy Scouts of America locomotive , a bold tribute to Scouting's centennial celebration. UP No. 2010, seen above, is only the 14th commemorative locomotive in Union Pacific's nearly 150-year... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 46 to Day 50
Posted to ScoutSigns on March 31st, 2010
Yes, I just needed an excuse to put up the picture of this awesome locomotive. The mid-point of the 100 Days have come and gone, and I was too busy to make sure it got posted properly on Scoutsigns. More days: Day 46 Day 47 Day 48 Day 49 Day 50... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 52
Posted to 100 Days of Scouting on March 31st, 2010
Today I: Helped my SPL with questions about merit badge scheduling at camp this summer. Bit my tongue at just the right time. Trust me. Posted the summary of Days 46-50 on Scoutsigns. So nice out, it is hard to focus on Scouting. Our meetings were... [more]
The New Fundraiser Results
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on March 31st, 2010
Last week I wrote about a new fundraiser the Boy scout troop was going to try, a Dad's Belgian Waffle supper. (Read the article HERE .) Since we currently have a small troop we needed to try something different from our usual breakfast fundraiser... [more]
More than 214,000 BSA coins sold in less than a week
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on March 31st, 2010
It's been just over a week since the Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar went on sale, but already more than 60 percent of the coins minted have been sold. According to U.S. Mint sales figures reported on the Web site Coin Update... [more]
Season Two of "Scouting for Adventure" re-airs Thursday; New episodes arrive this summer
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on March 31st, 2010
Forget "The Amazing Race" or "Survivor." If you're a Scout or Scouter, reality shows don't get any more real than "Scouting for Adventure." The original series, brought to you by Boys' Life and the Outdoor Channel, follows the high-adventure... [more]
Ask Andy on What 'Active' Means
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on March 31st, 2010
In the most recent column at 'Ask Andy': Hi Andy, I'm in the middle of an "issue" with one of the units in our district... It revolves around the first requirement for Eagle Palms as set forth by the BSA, and I can't find any BSA... [more]
SMM 52- A Scout is Reverent
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on March 31st, 2010
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute, this is our 52nd show and we talk about our Duty to God. A promise that is made by each Scout and Scouter at every level, our Duty to God is an important part of Scouting and the formation of good citizens... [more]
Rush is a Band Blog: Geddy Lee confirms summer Rush tour followed by new album
Posted to The Scoutmaster on March 31st, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 Geddy Lee confirms summer Rush tour followed by new album Posted at 7:28PM | comments (38) Sandra Miller of Akron's 97.5 WONE had a brief conversation with Geddy Lee recently where Geddy confirms Rush's plans for... [more]
100 Days of Scouting: Day 50
Posted to The Scoutmaster on March 31st, 2010
Here it is the halfway point! - posted on several boards about Program and about Eagle procedures - discussed an Eagle Project with a Life Scout - attended the PLC Meeting. It went very well, started Thorns and Roses for the month, talked about... [more]
Alex Lloyd Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg Race Report
Posted to Scouting News on March 31st, 2010
After qualifying gremlins on Saturday relegated the talented Lloyd to starting 22nd for today's running of the Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, the Boy Scouts Car would soldier forward during the race. Starting on what was a damp race track the... [more]
Blacksmith's Anvil
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on March 31st, 2010
End March 2010 Time to carve: 2.5 hours Finishing: 1.5 hour It's funny, when I go looking for wood it always seems to be in the strangest places. A couple of weeks ago, I was in Vermont on business at one of our sites and stopped into a local... [more]
Just Call Him Sorrowful
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on March 31st, 2010
Mid March 2010 Time to carve: 1.5 hours Finishing: 1.5 hour I wasn't too sure about this one... it seemed too easy. Well I started to make this slide out of pine but it didn't work out so well because the wood kept giving me raw edges in certain... [more]
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