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Bigfoot Sightings...!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 30th, 2010
Bigfoot has had an extremely active summer! There have been rumors of sightings at the Outdoor Retailer show in Salt Lake City and the Lights On summer camp in Lander, WY. There has also been confirmation that Bigfoot was seen dancing up a storm at... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 32
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 30th, 2010
Troop Camping Trips, Merit Badge Counselor Quiz Scoutmaster Podcast 32 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music... [more]
Alex Lloyd wins award for his impressive comeback
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 30th, 2010
Alex Lloyd knows something about perseverance. He vaulted from 22nd to 10th place in the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma on Aug. 22, a comeback that required hard work from Lloyd and his BSA Motorsports team. Lloyd's latest comeback, though, came... [more]
TLT: The Follow Up...
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 30th, 2010
Thanks for the feedback and comments online and off....here are some answers to some questions/comments 1) Yes we use Know/Be/Do and we use the Leading and Teaching EDGE 2) that does include Forming/Storming/Norming/Performing 3) our PLC is the... [more]
This Sept. 11, Scouts will show a Surge of patriotism
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 30th, 2010
Scouts, Scouters, parents, and non-Scouts everywhere will unite next month to honor the Americans who died in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Scout Surge 9/11 is being billed as an opportunity for remembering the victims of the attacks... [more]
Life Preserver
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Late August 2010 Time to carve: 0 hours Finishing: .25 hours While not an Whittlin Jim pattern, I wanted to make this "Slide of the Month" for a Scout who earned his BSA Life Guard award this summer at camp. The ring is a pre-painted white curtain... [more]
Boiled Lobster
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
End August 2010 Time to carve: 2.5 hours Finishing: 1 hours One thing you notice when vacationing in Plymouth, MA, the gift stores have lots of lobster kick-knacks. So it was only fitting the next pattern in my pack was a lobster. Carved from Oak... [more]
Jaguar
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Mid August 2010 Time to carve: 3.5 hours Finishing: 1.5 hours Turning to basswood this time (because the piece I had was the right size)I struggled to try to get this slide to look right. As a result it is about half the size of the block I started... [more]
Water Buffalo II
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Mid August 2010 Time to carve: 1.5 hours Finishing: 2 hours Another case of more than one pattern for slide. The Water Buffalo finds its way to my carving knife again but with a slightly different twist on the horns. Made of maple it was easy to... [more]
Ox Yoke
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Early August 2010 Time to carve: .5 hours Metal work: 1 hour Finishing: 2 hours It's funny to me that I always seem to have a couple of slides in the works at the same time and this is no exception. While carving the Hungry Bear, I came across this... [more]
Hungry Bear
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Early August 2010 Time to carve: 5 hours Finishing: 2 hours This was a tricky slide to carve! Carved from maple for it's strength (and because I have a good supply, hollowing out the different areas necessary was hard to do. I roughed out as much... [more]
Hungry Bass
Posted to Channeling Whittlin Jim on August 30th, 2010
Early August 2010 Time to carve: 4 hours Finishing: 2.5 hours What an unusual slide! I started this slide a couple of times because I just could not get the opening in the mouth quite right. Each time I had to adjust the fish pattern to be larger... [more]
Troop Leader Training
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 29th, 2010
Troop Leader Training... One of the things that the previous Scoutmaster did that I loved was the TLT Weekend. At first it was JLT, then BSA changed focus and redesigned the program. We kept it a weekend though the new program calls for 3... [more]
Boy Scouts and Bob Hope
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 29th, 2010
This year's closing arena program at the BSA's 2010 National Jamboree was "totally awesome", as Buttons would say. The Boy Scouts and adult leaders were entertained by Alex Boyé (who sang "Born To Be A Scout" from Scout Camp, The Movie", national... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week, August 29, 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 29th, 2010
This week's video comes straight from the National Scout Jamboree. In this video two scouts try to interview Mike Rowe. Enjoy!... [more]
Geocachers Save Two Women Stranded in Desert
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 29th, 2010
Geocachers Save Two Women Stranded in Desert Extreme Geocaching | Geocachers Care Imagery ©2010 TerraMetrics, Map data ©2010 Europa Technologies, Google ââ¬â Terms of Use Map Satellite Hybrid Terrain 128Share Geocachers Roy Joseph ( Rojo464 )... [more]
Some Funny Things Happened to Me on The Way to Dad and Lad
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 29th, 2010
You know that line, " A funny thing happened to me on the way to....?" Well a couple of interesting things happened to me yesterday and the first one was when Ed Gerczak and I stopped for breakfast, in Suring, on the way to Dad and Lad Camp. While... [more]
Conclave 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 28th, 2010
So, this year our lodge hosted the Section NE-3A Conclave that was held on August 13-15, 2010 at Camp Russell. Over 180 arrow men attended this outstanding event. Friday afternoon I arrived at camp at around 2:00pm to start setting up camp and get... [more]
Win a free patch if you can Name That Council (Aug. 27, 2010)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 27th, 2010
You might "strike gold" if you can tell us the name of the council that wears the patch above. We've removed all text, leaving behind only the desert landscape. Do you have enough clues to guess the council's name? Send us your... [more]
Treading Carefully
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on August 27th, 2010
Hello Dear Reader I recently posted a rant about cyclist and them riding through Red Lights ââ¬â I received a comment not via the website from The Runt (You know who you are) saying " Your taking a very moral high ground commenting on how drivers... [more]
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 27th, 2010
Above is a photo of the ultimate non-LNT campsite, found on a Big City Mountaineers backpacking trip in the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon with a bunch of teens from the Youth Employment Institute in Portland. Brendon (guide) had just told the crew... [more]
Get inspired at Reunion 2010
Posted to The Scout Association on August 26th, 2010
The programme for this year's Reunion event is jam packed and hugely... [more]
What if my design has an excessive amount of detail or small lettering?
Posted to Stadri Emblems Scouting Blog on August 26th, 2010
Has this ever happened to you? You have really a awesome piece artwork that will be prefect for your patch design, and you just can't wait to get your patches made show you can show them off. But when you're working with an embroidery company to... [more]
Ten strategies for using Facebook in your recruiting efforts
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 26th, 2010
More than 500 million people now know that Facebook is a great way to reconnect with old friends, but it's becoming more and more popular as a recruiting tool for packs, troops, and crews. Does your unit have a Facebook page? If not, now's... [more]
A Couple More Days for Bigfoot in August
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 26th, 2010
When people take the Bigfoot Challenge, we always ask for pictures and stories. This recent submission was sent to us from Mary J. Hinchman. "I shared my love of the outdoors and hiking with my dogs with a couple young families and their dogs. We... [more]
It's good to be back East
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 26th, 2010
We've been back east for a few weeks now and luckily have had time to do some exploring as we travel and teach. While at the New River Gorge last week, we checked out historic downtown Fayetteville and hiked a number of trails to incredible... [more]
National Cold Weather Camping Headquarters â" Northern Tier is open for reservations.
Posted to Scouting News on August 26th, 2010
Experience the beauty of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in the winter. A silent snow covered landscape, with no bugs or people around you. At OKPIK you can: - Cross country ski and snowshoe in the back country. - Camp comfortably in below zero... [more]
Bomber Mountain
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 26th, 2010
Backpacking can give scouts a great sense of accomplishment at the end of a trek. But, having something more than just mountains and miles to explore can make a trek even more memorable. One thing I've found to be of high interest to scouts is... [more]
The Parent Questionaire
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 25th, 2010
In the last article I printed a copy of the letter I sent to parents in 1986 when I was a scoutmaster having problems with the troop and ready to resign from the position. Part of that letter was a questionnaire that I asked the parents to fill out... [more]
What Would You Do? Promoting Advancement Without Being Pushy
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 25th, 2010
Scouting Magazine's current question for "What Would you Do?" Our troop has many boys who have just crossed over from Webelos Scouts. Some of their parents have their eye on the Eagle Scout Award from day one; others give no thought... [more]
Selection of Photos
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on August 25th, 2010
Hello Dear Reader I have gone for a bit of a cop-out with today's post I thought I would show you a selection of photos from my trip to Germany I hope you enjoy them. TTFN ©ChrisMeadows2010... [more]
If you build it they will come pt.4, The Annual Plan
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 25th, 2010
The meat and potatoes of building the program so young men come to and stay with your unit is the annual plan. The plan that delivers the promise. OK.. stop.. what is this promise that we keep talking about? Simply put the promise that Scouting is... [more]
Time To Hang Up The Hat (A Letter To The Parents)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 25th, 2010
If you have been a leader in the Scouting program for a few years, or any sort of program for that matter, you have probably reached a point when you have said to yourself, "Why am I doing this? Am I the only one who cares? Why do I put up with... [more]
Troop Elections
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 24th, 2010
Troop 199 had its elections the other week. The Troop elected a SPL and each Patrol elected a Patrol Leader. The next week the SPL picked his ASPLs, Scribe and Chaplain Aide. The PLs picked their APLs and I picked the Troop Guides. All are members... [more]
Help Alex Lloyd win the "Firestone Tire-ific Move of the Race"
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 24th, 2010
Alex Lloyd's task was daunting. After qualifying 22nd out of 25 racers for Sunday's Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma, he wanted to move his No. 19 car from the back of the pack to a good finish. Mission accomplished. Thanks to hard work overnight... [more]
New River Gorge National River
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 24th, 2010
On Saturday, we spent the day doing outreach at the Canyon Rim Visitor Center at the New River Gorge in West Virginia. We talked to over 1oo visitors who came to the Visitor Center to get information about the many hiking opportunities available in... [more]
National Outdoor Awards
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 24th, 2010
FROM THE SCOUTING MAG. BLOG (I love this idea, this is Scouting folks!) With its new National Outdoor Awards, the BSA honors guys who can't stand still Guys join Scouting to experience the outdoors. It's that simple. To recognize that passion for... [more]
Ten Fudamental Peices of Successful Scouting
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 24th, 2010
A tip of the campaign hat to Seth Godin for inspiring this "decalogue" Exude enthusiasm. Scouting is different from other activities, keep it different. Understand that Scouts experience things in groups. Understand that Scouts experience... [more]
An Hour A Week? #236
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 24th, 2010
#236-Seven Nation Army Part 1 of our August Roundtable Tonight's show sponsored by ClassB.com Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:... [more]
If you build it they will come pt.3
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 24th, 2010
Welcome Back. When we left off I teased that we would talk about open houses and Troop visits. But going back to the relationships that have built with the Packs, they get the first invites to the open house, even though they should be familiar... [more]
Run, (in the forest), Run!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 24th, 2010
All week long, more than 250 athletes are lacing up their sneakers and testing their endurance at the Gore-Tex Trans Rockies Run . This race begins in Buena Vista, CO and travels for over 113 miles up to Beaver Creek, CO through beautiful mountain... [more]
Tim's Takeover: How do we Provide Everyday Adventure?
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 23rd, 2010
For his last summer take-over blog, Tim considers how we keep Scouting active and asks for your... [more]
Troop Geocaching: Scout Law Logs
Posted to A Scouter's Journey on August 23rd, 2010
Each of the 12 micro-caches (35mm film canisters) will have one point of the Scout Law and a brief description of that point. Beneath that is a brief explanation of Geocaching and what to do, whether the cache was found ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading... [more]
How does a 50,000 person event Leave No Trace?
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 23rd, 2010
It is undeniable that large groups have unique challenges when it comes to minimizing their impacts. Now scale that up to 50,000 people, and imagine the possibilities. Now read about the annual Burning Man event that is largely figuring it out:... [more]
With its new National Outdoor Awards, the BSA honors guys who can't stand still
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 23rd, 2010
Guys join Scouting to experience the outdoors. It's that simple. To recognize that passion for adventure, the BSA announces its new National Outdoor Awards . As we told you last year , the awards are available to Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 31
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 23rd, 2010
Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music in Podcast 31 First Call - U.S. Air Force Band The Happy Wanderer -... [more]
Pictures Work Fine
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 23rd, 2010
It's not every day that you find a rock shaped exactly like your home state! That's something cool to take home and keep forever for a souvenir to rekindle memories of a great trek through the mountains. Besides, it's just one little rock. Now,... [more]
Road Trips
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 22nd, 2010
Took a road trip with the family this past weekend and my family and I spent time at 6 Flags Amusement park in Illinois and then took the Milwaukee Zoo. Not really all that excited about 6 Flags, being a former amusement ride operator for 14 yrs., I... [more]
Volunteer "Time"...
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 22nd, 2010
Had an odd night off the other day and then thought about how much time a Scouter spends on volunteering, so let's take a look. Please comment on your Volunteer Time: Based on a 30 Day month: 4 Tuesday nights (Troop Meetings/PLC) 1 Wednesday... [more]
2010 Hallmark Scoutmaster Snoopy Ornament
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 22nd, 2010
It is time once again to make that trip to your nearest Hallmark store and pick up this year's Scoutmaster Snoopy Keepsake Ornament. This year's ornament, The Fearless Crew , features Snoopy leading Woodstock and two of his friends on a wilderness... [more]
Too busy to volunteer?
Posted to be.PREPARED on August 21st, 2010
Volunteering can be a time-consuming activity. It takes time and effort to make a real difference to our society. And, according to the BBC : Some 60% of 25 to 34-year-olds said they were too busy [to volunteer], rising to 66% among 35 to 44-year... [more]
Too busy to volunteer?
Posted to be.PREPARED on August 21st, 2010
Volunteering can be a time-consuming activity. It takes time and effort to make a real difference to our society. And, according to the BBC : Some 60% of 25 to 34-year-olds said they were too busy [to volunteer], rising to 66% among 35 to 44-year... [more]
If you build it they will come pt.2
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 21st, 2010
Well, it took less than a day for someone to read the post and fire an email to disagree... thanks for the email... now Mr. Anonymous... I would like to invite you to read all the way to the end of the last post.. it says "We will talk more about... [more]
Wu "Chang" Clan, Plus GUIDELINES FOR CUSTOM PATCHES AND EMBLEMS
Posted to Stadri Emblems Scouting Blog on August 20th, 2010
Beware of "Chang List" Patches (Gilwell.com) What is a "Chang List" Patch? According to Gilwell.com: "They are counterfeits of U.S. CSPs, lodge flaps and other memorabilia being offered for sale through e-mail or on the internet.Offered... [more]
The Buzz Talks about the New Robotics Merit Badge
Posted to Scouting News on August 20th, 2010
The Buzz is on location at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree to talk about one of the newest merit badges: Robotics! Featuring: Marianne Elden from Internal Communications and Brad Lauer with VEX Robotics... [more]
If you build it they will come pt.1
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 20th, 2010
Its that time of the year again when District Membership chairs, Troop and Pack Committee Chairs, and leaders all over Scouting start seeking out the future of the program. Yes ladies and gentlemen, its recruiting season in the BSA and the fever... [more]
MSPP #91: Ain't Gonna Rain on Two Rivers
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 20th, 2010
Step right up! Have we got a bargain for you. This episode of the Melrose Scout Productions Podcast has not one, but two, (yes, you read that right) two performances by the members of Melrose Troop 68. Once again this footage comes from the troop's... [more]
Charity begins at Reunion
Posted to The Scout Association on August 19th, 2010
The Scout Association proudly works in partnership with many charities which operate on the frontline of disaster and poverty. Reunion 2010 will give attendees the chance to find out more about this work and the activities they can... [more]
Bigfoot Love Letters!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 19th, 2010
Stephanie accepted the challenge to hike a trail she had never hiked before and she shared her experience with us. "I love the Bigfoot Challenge! I went on a 4 day backpacking trip into the Havasupai lands in Arizona. The Havasupai tribe lives 8... [more]
One rope, one pole, one camera: pole aerial photography
Posted to Ropes and Poles on August 19th, 2010
Aerial photography gives a persepctive on the world that we normally miss, down on the ground. Aircraft are a pretty expensive way of getting these images, so amateurs have been using balloons and kites to get aerial photographs for a long time... [more]
Scouts can score free SAT and ACT test prep software
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 19th, 2010
Another school year is here, meaning it's time for a fresh batch of high school students to start worrying about standardized tests. But thanks to an alliance between the BSA and eKnowledge, some of the financial worry about getting ready for... [more]
Operation Purple at Camp Twin Creeks
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 19th, 2010
We ventured into the far corner of southeastern West Virginia on Tuesday for a full day of presentations for the Operation Purple program at Camp Twin Creeks in Minnehaha Springs. Operation Purple is a program developed by our partner, the National... [more]
Generosity
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 19th, 2010
One of the things that always impresses me about Scouting is the generosity of everyone who is involved. From the parent who is part of the cooking team at a Cub camp to the Leaders and so on. But it's the stuff that people do which is 'above and... [more]
Bob the Ranger
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 18th, 2010
When people are concerned primarily with their own advancement, enjoyment, wealth, and success, even at the expense of others, conflicts are bound to occur. It's common to hear about swindles, robberies, and other similar crimes. We have people in... [more]
New ClassB.com Website Redesign - An Even Better Online Experience
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 18th, 2010
It's not just custom t-shirts we're creating, we've created a new website design too! This new design will allow you to more easily navigate the site so that you can find exactly what you are looking for - every time. And if you do happen to run... [more]
Teaching Leave No Trace On A Budget
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 18th, 2010
Did you know that we offer many of our teaching materials, for FREE on our site? It' true! While our online store can't be matched for its quality, some times you just need the info...for FREE. We offer PDF versions of many of our materials for... [more]
SMM 61- Chatting with Shannon at the National Jamboree
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on August 18th, 2010
We are back from the National Jamboree, and now its time to share. This recording is from the July 31st recording that Shannon, from the MISS Show and I did while at Jambo. We will talk more about Jamboree in the future. Enjoy the show. This show... [more]
Tim's Takeover: What Is Good Leadership?
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 17th, 2010
This week Tim considers leadership in Scouting and asks what makes good... [more]
Bigfoot in August
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 17th, 2010
New Bigfoot Challenges for August are up for you. Take the challenge this month at: http://lnt.org/bigfootchallenge/index.php... [more]
T-shirt Hem Coming Out? Here's What To Do
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 17th, 2010
Here at ClassB, we always strive to give our customers top-quality custom t-shirts along with the best possible customer service. In fact, we go above and beyond to exercise exceptional quality control procedures several times throughout the... [more]
Rocky Mountain Folks Fest
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 16th, 2010
Planet Bluegrass celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Folks Fest held every August in Lyons, CO. Camping is available on-site, so for the fourth year in a row, Planet Bluegrass has partnered with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics to... [more]
Any Wilderness Will Do
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 16th, 2010
This is the Cloud Peak Wilderness boundary marker, but it could be any wilderness area. We have special regulations and laws when you set foot past that sign. It's necessary because many people still do not appreciate the value of preserving wild... [more]
Pennsylvania's New Birth of Freedom Council is born
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 16th, 2010
In his 1863 Gettysburg Address in Pennsylvania, Abraham Lincoln uttered these words: "This nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom , and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the... [more]
What's the most challenging audience?
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 16th, 2010
Over the years I've found it interesting that some of the hardest people to teach about Leave No Trace are my closest friends. That's not to say that they're disinterested or don't care about protecting the places they love to recreate. Yet, I... [more]
September-October 2010 issue of Scouting magazine arriving soon
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 16th, 2010
The wait is almost over. Today we begin shipping out Scouting magazine's September-October 2010 issue. That means it'll be showing up in your mailbox shortly. Our cover story, written by senior editor John Clark, takes you on a trip to... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 30
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 16th, 2010
Troop meetings, Planning for the future 4, Scoutmaster's minute Scoutmaster Podcast 30 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog... [more]
Bugling reinstated as separate merit badge
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on August 15th, 2010
On June 2nd we announced that Bugling Merit Badge would be discontinued next January. I'm happy to announce that, on Augst 4th, BSA posted a note on their blog stating that that decision has been reversed, Here's their announcement: Bugling... [more]
Designing Scouting WordPress themes
Posted to be.PREPARED on August 14th, 2010
I have recently spent some time designing WordPress themes for UK Scouters and Scout organisations . I have designed them in order to help Scouting webmasters easily set up a website that looks good, is user-friendly, and matches the branding... [more]
If Everyone was a Scout
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 14th, 2010
What would the world today be like if everyone was a scout? Imagine every single person living the oath, motto, and law of a scout. For starters, had the Executives at BP been in scouts; would there be the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico right now?... [more]
Mt. Rushmore Flag
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 13th, 2010
On July 31, the two backpacking crews met at Mt. Rushmore. One crew had just completed it's trek while the second was just beginning. It was interesting to see the 'enthusiasm' of one group and the 'experience' of the other when they got together... [more]
The North Face - Explore Fund
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 13th, 2010
August 15th is the last day you can submit your application to The North Face Explore Fund! The Explore Fund will support organizations that encourage youth outdoor participation, focus on sustainability initiatives, or help to create a connection... [more]
Scouting Makes the Impossible Possible
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 13th, 2010
It seems that every time I look back at my scouting life, and it is far from over (I hope); I am increasingly more amazed at what a scout can do or what can happen if a scout does his best. Going back in time 100 yrs. ago a scout never thought that... [more]
A sighting!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 12th, 2010
I think I found Sasquatch! Spotted on a trail right outside of Salt Lake City, UT. Have you taken the Leave No Trace Big Foot Challenge this month? Check it out at http://www.lnt.org/bigfootchallenge/index.php... [more]
New Outdoors Awards
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 12th, 2010
Three new awards for recognizing scouts that really get outdoors are available this summer. Or, I guess you could say it's seven awards. The National Outdoor Badges recognize a scout's expertise and participation in five categories: Camping,... [more]
The Troop Committee...
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 12th, 2010
Busy Scouting Week (again) as we had the Court of Honor on Sunday night, Troop Elections/Meeting on Tuesday, Committee Meeting last night, District Kick Off tonight, Boy Scout Day at the State Fair (with Adventure Base 100) Saturday and 4 different... [more]
Have You Read Scouting's Best Selling Book?
Posted to Stadri Emblems Scouting Blog on August 12th, 2010
Boy Scout Handbook, 1st edition What is the third best-selling book in U.S. history? Why, it's the Boy Scout Handbook, of course! With over 37 million printed since 1911, the Boy Scout Handbook trails only The Guinness Book of World Records and Dr... [more]
Philmont Scout Ranch debuts new-look Web site
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 12th, 2010
One way to beat the workday blues is daydreaming about spending a week at one of the Boy Scouts of America's three (and soon four ) excellent high-adventure bases. If it's Philmont Scout Ranch that fills your daydreams, today is your lucky day... [more]
Troop Geocaching
Posted to A Scouter's Journey on August 12th, 2010
Our Troop is hosting a Geocaching event the first weekend of September. Our intent is to use this as a recruiting event as well as to spread awareness of Scouting in our community. We've mapped out 12 waypoints (one for ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading... [more]
Hanging out with Yogi
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 12th, 2010
We have spent the last three days on the Current River in Missouri at the Jellystone Park in Van Buren. We spoke to a number of families during the five sessions we held and introduced a variety of activities, including What Principle Am I?, How... [more]
Interviewing Mike Rowe
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 11th, 2010
Now, this would be a job Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, would have loved to have. Interviewing Mike Rowe, the Eagle Scout who stars on the television show Dirty Jobs. Scouting magazine's blog, the Cracker barrel, recently posted about a video in... [more]
Scouts struggle to keep a straight face while interviewing Mike Rowe
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 11th, 2010
Mike Rowe is funny. Whether he's advocating the removal of the word Clean from the Scout Law or addressing 70,000 Scouts and Scouters as the Ambassador of Dirt, he knows how to make people chuckle. Well, he's at it again in a new video,... [more]
2010 National Scout Jamboree had highest attendance since 1973
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 11th, 2010
After a final count, it's official: 43,434 people attended the 2010 National Scout Jamboree, making it the most-attended jamboree since 1973. As many of you may remember, the '73 event was held on separate sites, one in Idaho and one in... [more]
New Leave No Trace Video by Michael Ramsey
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 11th, 2010
Leave No Trace from Michael Ramsey on Vimeo ... [more]
Pennsylvania Scouter has given 75 years of service to Scouting
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 11th, 2010
We're impressed by anyone who volunteers time to the Boy Scouts of America, but when we heard about Tom Lehmier, who has been involved in Scouting for 75 years, we had to stop and share his story with you. Lehmier joined Troop 72 in Bakerton,... [more]
Top of the World
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 11th, 2010
Preparation, perseverence, and perspiration pay off! At 13,167 feet, the top of Cloud Peak offers a breathtaking view in all directions of the Big Horn mountains and lands far off in the distance. The climb up took almost six hours. For the first... [more]
The Buzz Talks About the New Be A Scout Recruitment Program
Posted to Scouting News on August 11th, 2010
The Buzz is on location at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree to talk about the new "BeAScout" recruitment program. http://www.beascout.org Featuring: Marianne Elden from Internal Communications and Marty Walsh from Membership Impact... [more]
Adventures At Summer Camp
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on August 11th, 2010
Hundreds of thousands of Boy Scouts attend summer camp every year. The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 are no exception. Five Scouts and two adult leaders attended Many Point Scout Camp, located north of Park Rapids, during the week of July 11-17. A... [more]
Scouts distribute ShelterBoxes in Guatemala
Posted to The Scout Association on August 10th, 2010
Scouts in storm-ravaged Guatemala are helping ShelterBox Response Team volunteers provide emergency aid to homeless... [more]
Tim's Takeover: What's It All About?
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 10th, 2010
Tim Kidd is taking over Wayne's blog during August. In his first post, Tim introduces himself, explores what it is that makes Scouting so special and invites your... [more]
BSA Be Prepared Newsletter
Posted to KISMIF - Awesome Cub Scouting on August 10th, 2010
ScoutStuff.org's Be Prepared Newsletter provides news, tips, and other useful information about Scouting and the outdoors. Information is for all program ages, including Cub Scouting. This newsletter is emailed every month. link Filed under:... [more]
Jellystone Park camp resort
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 10th, 2010
This week the Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers are visiting Van Buren, MO to work with staff and guests at the Jellystone Park camp resort . We will be teaching PEAK activities with Yogi and BooBoo in the morning sessions, and talking about... [more]
Statue honors Ben Nelson, Distinguished Eagle Scout and Nebraska senator
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 10th, 2010
A mother pinning the Eagle Scout Award on her son's uniform is one of those picture-perfect Scouting moments. And for Ben Nelson, senior U.S. Senator from Nebraska and Distinguished Eagle Scout, an image of that moment has been forever... [more]
Seton's Idea of Youth Development
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 10th, 2010
Earnest Thompson-Seton first published 'The Birch Bark Roll' in 1902. His work in establishing the pre-BSA organization, The Woodcraft Indians, was ultimately woven together with the ideas of Baden Powell and Daniel Carter Beard to form the... [more]
An Hour A Week? #235
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 10th, 2010
#235-Walking After Midnight Annual program planning and the Sports & Academic programs are on tap for tonight's show. Tonight's show sponsored by ClassB.com Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:... [more]
Mountain Rain
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 10th, 2010
Weather changes rapidly in the mountains. Having your raingear fast at hand is a critical bit of planning for wilderness treks to prevent soggy clothes and cold bodies. On this day, we arrived at our campsite just before big, black clouds rolled... [more]
Launch of Gilwell Park's first Faith Walk
Posted to The Scout Association on August 9th, 2010
At Gilwell Park on Friday, a group of 40 Scouts and invited guests witnessed the unveiling of the Faith Walk - a tour of the faith buildings and areas at the UK Headquarters of... [more]
Watch the final chapters of the Adventure Base 100 videos
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 9th, 2010
All good things must come to an end, unfortunately. And the BSA's series of Adventure Base 100 videos were 29 great things for Scouting. Each short video showcased a stop on the traveling exhibit's tour of the country. Above you'll see... [more]
Florida Sea Scouts win coveted sailing trophy
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 9th, 2010
Two teenagers from Florida out-sailed one of the largest fields ever to win the William I. Koch International Sea Scout Cup last week in New London, Conn. The event, held every two years, brought together 80 young men and women for "an... [more]
The Court of Honor
Posted to The Scoutmaster on August 9th, 2010
Last night was Troop 199's Annual Pitch In and Court of Honor. With 118 active Scouts we have a large Summer Court of Honor, this year is was 109 Rank Advancements and 407 Merit Badges. Not to mention the Mile Swims, Jambo Call outs, etc. We... [more]
PEAK Training in Salt Lake City
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 9th, 2010
After a busy week at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, we rejuvenated by hiking through the beautiful Big Cottonwood Canyon. A little time in nature always provides much needed therapy after a nonstop work week. After enjoying the fresh... [more]
ClassB Continues Green Movement, Switching To Eco-Friendly Nickel-Zinc Batteries
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 9th, 2010
This week, ClassB made another step in its eco-friendly campaign by switching to rechargeable nickel-zinc (NiZn) batteries in all of its AA powered digital equipment. Both nickel and zinc are naturally occurring elements and are not harmful to our... [more]
Final jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill was the first for the base's commander
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 9th, 2010
Scouts and Scouters weren't the only ones who left the 2010 National Scout Jamboree with a head full of great memories. The men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who helped run the event also shared in the celebration. And it's likely that none of... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 29
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 9th, 2010
Troop meetings, Planning for the future, Email, Scoutmaster's Minute Scoutmaster Podcast 29 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog... [more]
Ghost of the Unknown Scout
Posted to A Scouter's Journey on August 9th, 2010
It's been a week today since returning from Jamboree. The encouragement that weekend gave me was astounding. I can't imagine the impact it could have had if we'd been there as part of a weeklong contingent. One of the photos ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading... [more]
We're Back
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on August 8th, 2010
Two weeks and 80 miles of backpacking gets me back home where I started. I returned home with the second crew last night. Both treks were great experiences with their own challenges and rewards. One group made it to the top of Cloud Peak, the other... [more]
Its Been a While and a Lot Has Happened
Posted to Lone Star Scouter on August 8th, 2010
Wow, where to begin. Let's start with Eagles. In the past 6 months (off the top of my head) Cameron, Corey, Tim, Sean, Dillon, Kyle, and Hunter have reached the honorable rank of Eagle Scout. We're very proud of each and every one of them and... [more]
Scouting Video of the Week â" August 8, 2010
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 8th, 2010
Since our OA Section conclave is next weekend I felt this was an appropriate video. Enjoy and WWW!... [more]
Back from Jambo!
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on August 7th, 2010
We are back from Jambo and full of Scouting! That is not to say that I have had my fill... What I am saying is that I have never been more excited to be in Scouting. I have been in Scouting since I was 7 years old and the 2010 National Jamboree... [more]
BSA Licensees At The Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 6th, 2010
ClassB was proud to be able to send several of our employees to visit the 2010 BSA Jamboree. As an official Boy Scouts of America® Licensee , we strive to give our employees the real-world experience we feel is necessary to provide the best... [more]
BSA Licensees At The Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 6th, 2010
ClassB was proud to be able to send several of our employees to visit the 2010 BSA Jamboree. As an official Boy Scouts of America® Licensee , we strive to give our employees the real-world experience we feel is necessary to provide the best... [more]
Road Wisdom: New to Town
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 6th, 2010
We're the new guys on the block, having been with Leave No Trace for all of one month as the 2010 e-tour Team, and to presume that we have "Road Wisdom" would be, well, presumptuous. We could certainly speak to the many lessons already encountered... [more]
Member Highlight: Ten-Year-Old from West Virginia Makes a Big Impact
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 6th, 2010
Soon to be fifth-grader, Maria Sobinovsky, from Martinsburg, West Virginia loves to hike, climb trees, play tag, sled down the gigantic hill in her back yard and talk about Leave No Trace. Last year she made it to regionals with a social studies... [more]
Dear Education Department: Dirty Dishes
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 6th, 2010
Dear Education Department, I have dirty dishes. Just plain dirty. I've been on back-to-back car camping and rafting trips and I just don't know a good way to wash my dishes in the out of doors in these situations. Help! Signed, Mr. Clean Dear Mr... [more]
Master Educator Course participates in Bigfoot Challenge!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 6th, 2010
These Bigfoot Challenge Takers show off their "big feet"! Hey Leave No Trace! We took the Bigfoot Challenge to pick up trash along the trail during our Leave No Trace Master Educator course hosted by Landmark Learning. Seven Master Educator... [more]
Scouts get hooked on fishing at the jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 6th, 2010
Even amid the chaos of more than 4,000 visitors a day, there was something peaceful about Fish Hook Lake, the spot at the jamboree for amateur anglers to get their fix. Scouts, Scouters, and visitors lined the shores, casting their lines into the... [more]
Mike Rowe
Posted to Nick's Ramblings UK on August 6th, 2010
If you live in the US, you'll know who he is, but if you live anywhere else, like me, you'll probably say 'Who?'. He is a TV host who hosts a show called Dirty Jobs, amongst others, and is someone who is promoting the importance on the 'blue collar... [more]
Bigfoot sightings at Summer Outdoor Retailer
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 5th, 2010
Lucky winners of the Great Gear Giveaway, sponsored by Backpacker Magazine and Subaru Our youngest winner ever of the Great Gear Giveaway Bigfoot entertains the crowd during the Great Gear Giveaway High 5's for all of our daily winners The eager... [more]
ClassB Custom T-Shirts Abound At The 2010 BSA Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 5th, 2010
As the 2010 BSA Jamboree comes to a close and thousands of Scouts return home to share their experiences with their families, I think it's safe to say that this year's Jamboree was a huge success. ClassB was proud to be able to send several of our... [more]
ClassB Custom T-Shirts Abound At The 2010 BSA Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 5th, 2010
As the 2010 BSA Jamboree comes to a close and thousands of Scouts return home to share their experiences with their families, I think it's safe to say that this year's Jamboree was a huge success. ClassB was proud to be able to send several of our... [more]
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2010!
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 5th, 2010
We are attending Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Trade Show this week. It has been a great chance to meet up with many of our corporate partners as well as non-corporate partners. The Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers are doing a Great Gear... [more]
Cartoon - the sheetbend
Posted to Ropes and Poles on August 5th, 2010
By Bill Sykes, from page 91 of the book Scout Smiles, edited by EGW Wood, published in 1950 and long out of print (but possibly available second hand on Amazon.com )... [more]
Jamboree memories stored in videos, photos, and words
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 5th, 2010
How about a little something to fill that post-jamboree emptiness? This event was by far the most-connected jamboree in history. Hundreds of thousands of videos, photos, blog posts, Tweets, Facebook updates, and text messages were sent out of Fort... [more]
BSA Appoints National Youth Protection Director
Posted to Scouting News on August 5th, 2010
The Boy Scouts of America announced today that, as part of its commitment to youth protection, it has created the new full-time position of Youth Protection director. Michael "Mike" Johnson, an internationally recognized expert on child abuse... [more]
All the fun of Fusion
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 4th, 2010
Take 17,000 Guides, mix them up with 1,000 performers from all over Europe and you get Fusion, Girl Guiding UK's largest centenary celebration... [more]
My 2010 Heroes
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 4th, 2010
I was watching the shining light concert from the BSA National Jamboree at Fort A.P Hill, and I was thinking about some of the people that should be heroes or at least friends of the BSA. Cheers to: United States Soldiers (Army, Navy, Air Force,... [more]
7 Principles Poster
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 4th, 2010
Introducing the new 7 Principles Poster! Perfect for everything from the retail shop to a campground kiosk, even a teaching prop. These posters are 11 x 16.5 inches on waterproof paper. Pick em' here: https://store.lnt.org/teach Only $2.95 this... [more]
Jamboree Alumni Day - A Post From Our CEO!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 4th, 2010
It's nice to see many aspects of the Jamboree haven't changed since I attended as a scout many Jamboree's ago. Just looking around you could tell that the Scouts were still having a great time, you could see it in their faces. They had been there... [more]
Jamboree Alumni Day â" A Post From Our CEO!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 4th, 2010
It's nice to see many aspects of the Jamboree haven't changed since I attended as a scout many Jamboree's ago. Just looking around you could tell that the Scouts were still having a great time, you could see it in their faces. They had been there... [more]
Merit Badge Corner â" Bugling is Here to Stay
Posted to A Boy Scout's Blog on August 4th, 2010
Shine up your bugle and get ready for some reveille, because today it was announced that the bugling merit badge has been reinstated. Scouting magazine originally reported back in June that BSA was planning to combine the bugling merit badge with... [more]
Bugling reinstated as separate merit badge
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 4th, 2010
Have your guys start practicing "Taps," because Bugling is here to stay. In early June, we reported that the Bugling merit badge was to be discontinued and its requirements merged into Music merit badge. That's no longer the case... [more]
Watch the "Shining Light" broadcast right here
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 4th, 2010
On Saturday night, the nationwide Scouting community gathered to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. The evening was highlighted by an inspirational speech from "Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe, a rousing performance... [more]
Zen and the Art of Scoutmastership
Posted to A Scouter's Journey on August 4th, 2010
One of my favorite podcasts related to Scouting is Clarke Green's Scoutmaster podcast. Clarke speaks from 25 years of experience as a Scoutmaster. What I appreciate most is that despite years of experience, Clarke tends to guide his listeners not... [more]
Scout survivors
Posted to The Scout Association on August 3rd, 2010
Eight Scouts enjoyed the adventure of a lifetime last weekend as they joined Chief Scout Bear Grylls for a 24-hour survival camp on his own... [more]
International Tasters - Part 3
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 3rd, 2010
Chamboree in Cheshire and Red Rose, West Lancashire's International Camp at Great Tower in the Lake... [more]
Amateur (HAM) Radio Alive And Well At The 2010 Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 3rd, 2010
Our Vice President, Gregg Hilferding, who is also an Eagle Scout, has been a licensed amateur radio (also called HAM radio) operator for the last 15 years, so he was naturally drawn to the HAM radio area at the Jamboree. Here are some pictures and... [more]
Amateur (HAM) Radio Alive And Well At The 2010 Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 3rd, 2010
Our Vice President, Gregg Hilferding, who is also an Eagle Scout, has been a licensed amateur radio (also called HAM radio) operator for the last 15 years, so he was naturally drawn to the HAM radio area at the Jamboree. Here are some pictures and... [more]
Day 9 @ The Boy Scout Jamboree
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 3rd, 2010
The group of volunteers and staff from the Boy Scouts Outdoor Ethics action center at the 100th anniversary National Jamboree. Many thanks to Charlie Thorpe and the entire crew for all the hard work put into this year's event. All the best, Jason... [more]
Jamboree memories
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Dan Woods with Troop 922 of Longmont, Colorado, talks with troop members. (Photo by Kathy Disney) From the arena shows to watching their Scouts engaged in the program, Scout leaders will leave the jamboree with many positive memories. Jerry... [more]
Patch contest winners
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Congratulations to Circle Ten Council for winning the Leaders' Update Jamboree Patch Contest. Their council shoulder patch received the highest ranking from more than 32,000 votes cast online. Click here to view all of the entries and results. Here... [more]
Staff, troop departure information
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Jamboree activities end at 4 this afternoon. Troops will depart between 6 a.m. and 11a.m. Wednesday. The following is staff and troop departure information. Click here for shuttle bus times along with troop vehicle requirements and pass... [more]
Happy birthday Coast Guard
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
The Coast Guard celebrates its 320th birthday on Wednesday... [more]
2010 jamboree de-mobilization plan
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Here is the official jamboree de-mobilization plan. Download this document in Microsoft Word format I. Troop Equipment Vehicles procedures for Tuesday, August 3: Shuttle buses are scheduled to pick-up Troop Leadership (Equipment Vehicle... [more]
A Scout is trustworthy
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Gerald Schilling, of New Jersey, is on the trading post security staff. He accompanied his son, Cory, to archery last week and both father and son had a great time until Cory realized he had lost his wallet. He was upset to lose all his money, but... [more]
Swedish contingent patch mystery
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Ulf Hoglind, of Sweden, started receiving patches in a plastic bag at the 1993 National Scout Jamboree. Left by an anonymous donor, they were old patches from 1953, 1957, and 1961. The note just said, "This is for the Swede." At the 2001 jamboree,... [more]
SMM Special Jamboree Edition 1
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast on August 3rd, 2010
From The BSA 100 Jamboree Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:... [more]
An Hour A Week? #234
Posted to An Hour A Week? Podcast on August 3rd, 2010
#234-Edge of The World Youth protection, cheap canopies, training, BeAScout and lots of other topics on tap for the show tonight. Links: The canopy sunshade- http://bit.ly/bLN3PD Tonight's show sponsored by The Boy Scout Store Join the forum... [more]
Ten-Year-Old from West Virginia Makes A Big Impact
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 3rd, 2010
Soon to be fifth-grader, Maria Sobinovsky, from Martinsburg, West Virginia loves to hike, climb trees, play tag, sled down the gigantic hill in her back yard and talk about Leave No Trace. Last year she made it to regionals with a social studies... [more]
Regional stage schedule for Monday, August 2
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 3rd, 2010
Here is the regional stage schedule for Tuesday, August 3. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages . Army Drill Team: The U.S. Army Drill Team has earned international... [more]
International Tasters - Part 2
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on August 2nd, 2010
Another busy week, with visits to another four international camps and the Guide Centenary Fusion, starting with visits to Norjam 2010 in Norfolk and Goose International in... [more]
Military Appreciation Day
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at Fort A.P. Hill. The flag ceremony and a tree planting at 8:45 this morning will pay tribute to the more than 1,700 military forces that have assisted at the jamboree. NASA will present a centennial patch from... [more]
Patch contest ended
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Thank you to everyone who submitted patches or voted in the Leaders' Update Patch Contest. Winners will be announced in the Tuesday edition... [more]
The Armed Forces Adventure Area - 2010 BSA Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 2nd, 2010
ClassB Artist, Rachel, who sent us this great story about Brownsea Island , also got the chance to visit the Armed Forces Adventure Area at the Jamboree. According to Rachel, the U.S. military had a remarkably impressive exhibit area, where... [more]
The Armed Forces Adventure Area â" 2010 BSA Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 2nd, 2010
ClassB Artist, Rachel, who sent us this great story about Brownsea Island , also got the chance to visit the Armed Forces Adventure Area at the Jamboree. According to Rachel, the U.S. military had a remarkably impressive exhibit area, where... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 28
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on August 2nd, 2010
Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music in Podcast 28 First Call - U.S. Air Force Band The Happy Wanderer -... [more]
Teaching kids to appreciate cultural history
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 2nd, 2010
We recently did a family raft trip on a river in Utah that was rich with cultural history. Pot shards, rock houses, petroglyphs and other signs of past generations. One particular area was littered with pot shards and all the kids were amazed. They... [more]
Day 8 @ The Boy Scout Jamboree
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 2nd, 2010
Consider joining Leave No Trace as a member. Special Jamboree membership benefits include Smartwool socks, a Bigfoot Patch, and your choice of a member t-shirt or water bottle. Membership benefits include: One year subscription to... [more]
Day 7 @ The Boy Scout Jamboree
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on August 2nd, 2010
Everyone is getting excited about the Bigfoot Challenge. Check it out here . All the best, Agata and Jason... [more]
Scout input helps shape 2013 site
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
When Scouts and Scouters gather for the next jamboree, they will do so at a new location for the first time since 1981. The 2013 National Scout Jamboree will be held at The Summit Bechtel Family National Scouting Reserve, located about 20 minutes... [more]
There's still time to have fun, explore at jamboree
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
There is still time for Scouts to have a great experience in the final days of the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. Have you taken your Scouts to the NESA tent? What about the Scouting museum at The Vault? How about a regional stage show or a visit... [more]
Boys' Life souvenir video
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Boys' Life is sponsoring a jamboree souvenir DVD and wants a photo of every Scout at the jamboree to be included. Leaders are encouraged to take a troop photo and send it to [email protected] . Include the troop number and contact phone... [more]
VDOT, police prepare for traffic
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
(Photo by F Harvell) Representatives from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the Virginia State Police (VSP) will be on hand to keep traffic delays to a minimum as you exit Fort A.P. Hill Wednesday onto the surrounding major... [more]
Mega-Scale cooking
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Providing food for jamboree participants is like cooking for a whole city. During the jamboree, Scouts and Scouters will be served two meals a day in their subcamps. In addition, staff members will eat two meals a day in the dining halls. ... [more]
Lost and Found
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Check Lost and Found before you or your troop leaves jamboree. Items are piling up there. Hours for Lost and Found are 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. today and Tuesday. Wednesday's hours are 8:30 a.m. until noon or until all the Scouts... [more]
Technology Quest
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Technology Quest is a ticketed activity for jamboree credentialed resident Scouts during previously scheduled times. Jamboree residents (Scouts, Scouters, and staff) may have an additional opportunity to visit Technology Quest from 10 a.m. to noon... [more]
Regional stage schedule for Monday, August 2
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 2nd, 2010
Here is the regional stage schedule for Monday, August 2. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages . Army Band, Downrange: The U.S. Army Band Downrange is the popular... [more]
2010 Centennial Jamboree
Posted to A Scouter's Journey on August 2nd, 2010
70 hours, 700 miles, 2 days visiting the BSA 2010 National Scout Jamboree. In a word, Amazing. Scout Spirit to the extreme! [Posted with iBlogger from my iPhone]... [more]
Our jamboree photos: Aug. 1, 2010
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 1st, 2010
Scouts pull a patrolmate into the air on the "Flying Squirrel." A leader watches a confident climber on the "Caterpillar." At the Boys' Life exhibit, Pedro enjoys an afternoon snack. Scouts learn to breathe underwater at the Discover Scuba... [more]
"Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe: Scouts thrive in situations others avoid
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 1st, 2010
Mike Rowe knows a thing or two about uncomfortable situations. But speaking in front of 70,000 fellow Scouts at the jamboree apparently isn't one of them. The host of "Dirty Jobs" has often squirmed while trying some of the country's... [more]
Scouts Learn Disability Awareness At The Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 1st, 2010
As we go through our daily lives, we'll usually come across something that we consider to be a hassle or that, because it happened to us, is unfortunate or just plain unlucky. And we all know that sometimes those little things can add up to one... [more]
Scouts Learn Disability Awareness At The Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on August 1st, 2010
As we go through our daily lives, we'll usually come across something that we consider to be a hassle or that, because it happened to us, is unfortunate or just plain unlucky. And we all know that sometimes those little things can add up to one... [more]
Leave A.P. Hill cleaner than we found it
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
Eagle Scouts Jack Starr, 18 (left), and Ryan Olander, 18, both from the Heart of America Council in Kansas City, Missouri, throw trash away during the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. (Photo by Tom Copeland Jr.) The 11th point of the Scout Law states... [more]
Smart Bracelet help available
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
If your Scouts are having problems with their Smart Bracelets, send them to one of the Smart Bracelet kiosks located near Trading Posts A, B, C, and the Visitors' Center. Some scouts have had problems with the bracelets not working or the numbers... [more]
Staff, Scoutmaster postcard photos
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
The photo booth in the National Exhibits booth on Thomas Road will be open from 6 to 8 tonight for staff and Scoutmasters only. Have your photo taken and put on a postcard that you can mail to friends and family. The photo booth staff will mail the... [more]
OA plans two national activities for '11
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
Indian Summer is a nationwide Order of the Arrow activity that will take place August 1-6, 2011, in Ridgecrest, North Carolina. The event will focus on educating OA members who are interested in ceremonies, Indian lore, dancing, and regalia. About... [more]
Endowment Reception
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
All staff and leaders who are James E. West and above contributors are welcome to attend a BSA Endowment Reception from 7 to 8 tonight at jamboree headquarters in the Heth area. This is not for visitors... [more]
Safety Service here for you
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
The Safety Service works for your safety in all areas of the jamboree, from subcamps to action centers, exhibits, displays, and administrative areas. Safety Service has three functions-to assess hazards throughout the jamboree, observe activities... [more]
Attend family home evening
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
Everyone is invited to a family home evening hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 7 p.m., Monday, in the amphitheater between Subcamps 5 and 8. There will be games and a short inspirational message. For more information,... [more]
Patch contest voting begins
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
The entries are in and now it's time to cast your vote in the Leaders' Update jamboree patch contest. Voting begins today and continues through 5 p.m. Monday. Click here for the ballot. The winners will be announced in Tuesday's issue of Leaders'... [more]
National Jamboree Show Should Have Been on National Television
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on August 1st, 2010
The Boy Scout National Jamboree was televised on the Internet via the National Jamboree Website in conjunction with Facebook, Twitter, and other sites. The show should have been on national television with the BSA celebrating 100 years of scouting... [more]
Regional stage schedule for Sunday, August 1
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on August 1st, 2010
Here is the regional stage schedule for Sunday, August 1. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages . Jamboree Band: Get ready for the Scouts of the Jamboree Band. This... [more]
Olympic snowboarder Gretchen Bleiler visits jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on August 1st, 2010
Gretchen Bleiler, the 2006 Olympic silver medalist in snowboard halfpipe, visited the mountain boarding event on Saturday at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. She answered questions from a large crowd and signed autographs for hundreds of Scouts... [more]
Cooperation
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on August 1st, 2010
This is the first Cubcast to address ways to enhance the new Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide! Lucia Cronin serves on the National Program Content Committee among her other Cub Scout activities. She helps explain the new guide with ideas for the... [more]
Fall Recruiting
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on August 1st, 2010
A few months ago, we talked about spring recruiting. Now it's time for fall recruiting! Matt Budz, Community Alliances team leader at the national office in Irving, Texas, joins us to explain the best way to have a successful fall recruiting... [more]
Re-enlistment at National Scout Jamboree
Posted to Scouting News on July 31st, 2010
U.S. Navy Petty Officer Derrick R. Hurt, Joint Task Force-National Scout Jamboree team leader and emergency preparedness badge instructor, was re-enlisted by Air Force Brig. Gen Robert C. Nolan II, commander, JTF-NSJ on July 30. On a hot, humid day... [more]
Shining Light Across America
Posted to BSA National Scout Jamboree 2010 Bulletins on July 31st, 2010
President Obama Addresses 2010 National Scout Jamboree Transcript... [more]
Transcript
Posted to BSA National Scout Jamboree 2010 Bulletins on July 31st, 2010
Hello Everybody, I wanted to send my greetings to everyone taking part in the national Scout jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, to congratulate you on the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. I hope you've all enjoyed this year's festivities... [more]
Ask Andy at Jambo
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on July 31st, 2010
Don't be surprised to see Ask Andy wandering around the grounds of the Jamboree today. Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
What Part of NO Do You Not Understand?
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on July 31st, 2010
Interesting title for a scout post, isn't it? Let me start by apologizing for the double negative in the title. Webster's dictionary defines the word no as: Pronunciation:... [more]
Scoutmaster Minute 7/27
Posted to The Scoutmaster on July 31st, 2010
We spent a whole week together, eating, tenting, swimming, playing and we got close like a family. We also were forced to be with people we may not like, people with different hobbies or thoughts or abilities. Most people use the expression:... [more]
Be prepared for tonight's arena show
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on July 31st, 2010
The Jamboree Medical Service reminds you to "Be Prepared" for tonight's arena show. All participants are encouraged to bring everything listed on their Green Safety Essentials Card. Water bottle Sunscreen Hat Hand sanitizer Lip balm with sunscreen... [more]
ClassB Goes Back In Time To Brownsea Island
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 31st, 2010
Brownsea Island is the historical location of the very first Scout camp conducted by Robert Baden-Powell in 1907. One of our talented artists, Rachel, is at the Jamboree and was able to do a little time traveling! Here's what she experienced at... [more]
ClassB Goes Back In Time To Brownsea Island
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 31st, 2010
Brownsea Island is the historical location of the very first Scout camp conducted by Robert Baden-Powell in 1907. One of our talented artists, Rachel, is at the Jamboree and was able to do a little time traveling! Here's what she experienced at... [more]
Day 6 @ The Boy Scout Jamboree
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on July 31st, 2010
A group of Cub Scouts enjoy experiential learning at "Camp Oh-No." If you haven't already, come visit us in the Outdoor Ethics exhibit in Action Area C at the National Jamboree. All the best, Agata and Jason... [more]
Inside a nondescript building, a calm readiness fills the jamboree's nerve center
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 31st, 2010
Housed inside a secure location at Fort A.P. Hill is a building that few get to enter. It's not on any map, and most staff, participants, and visitors don't even know it exists. But behind a tall, barbed-wire fence and inside a nondescript... [more]
Philmont Scout Ranch reception
Posted to Leader's Guide to the 2010 Jamboree on July 31st, 2010
For anyone who served as paid staff at Philmont, a trainer at the Training Center, or as a member of the Ranch Committee, you are invited to a reception Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Special Guest Reception Center at Heth. Whether or... [more]
Scouts Stay in Shape at 2010 Jamboree
Posted to BSA National Scout Jamboree 2010 Bulletins on July 31st, 2010
FORT A.P. HILL, Va.-Thousands of Scouts are living up to their promise to keep themselves physically strong this week at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree by taking part in activities-such as such as BMX, rappelling, swimming, scuba, and... [more]
Scouts at 2010 Jamboree Celebrate Adventure and Continue Journey
Posted to BSA National Scout Jamboree 2010 Bulletins on July 31st, 2010
FORT A.P. HILL, Va .-When Tony DiSalvo was 8 years old in 1937, he attended the first National Scout Jamboree in Washington, D.C. Now, 17 jamborees later, DiSalvo, 81, was among the 45,000 Scouts and Scouters attending the 2010 National Scout... [more]
First look: Robotics merit badge
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 31st, 2010
Scouts at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree are getting a hands-on sneak peek at an exciting upcoming merit badge by visiting the Robotics tent inside Merit Badge Midway. The badge won't be available to earn until April, but that didn't stop a... [more]
At Camp Thunder, a message heard loud and clear
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 31st, 2010
Forget going out with a bang. At this year's jamboree, a new event has come in with one. Camp Thunder gives boys the chance to shoot clay targets and teaches them about responsible gun safety and techniques. When we visited today, Camp Thunder was... [more]
Bestselling author James Patterson visits jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 31st, 2010
James Patterson, author of the bestselling Alex Cross thriller series, is no stranger to the adults who have been buying his books for years. But when he visited the 2010 National Scout Jamboree today, he was there to address a much younger... [more]
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