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International Cub Pals
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 30th, 2012
Today, I received this Facebook request from Dean Maragh in Sheffield, England. Any of you Cubmasters or Den Leaders interested in interacting with a Scouting brother across the big puddle? I am an assistant Beaver Scout Leader in England. Beaver... [more]
A Gold Fringe Infringement on the American Flag?!
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 30th, 2012
During our District Roundtable last month, one of the Staff members shared his perspective about gold fringe on the flag of the United States with a term I had never heard before: "Admiralty Law". He gave very stern instructions to remove any... [more]
What's All The Focus On Mountain Biking?
Posted to Summit Blog on May 30th, 2012
I didn't know much about mountain biking when I first arrived at the Summit. I soon realized I'd better study up when it became clear this would be one of the defining challenge events on the site. It turns out, 21 of 36 miles of mountain bike... [more]
Wonderful Scouting Themed Birthday Card
Posted to The NetCommish on May 30th, 2012
Two vendors offer this greeting card online for under $5.00 USD. The image is wonderful and sure reminds me of Scouting experiences in the 1960ââ¬Â²s. Check them out at: http://www.papyrusonline.com/greeting-cards/birthday-cards/boy-scouts.html... [more]
THE CREATION OF THE SCOUT LEADER
Posted to The NetCommish on May 30th, 2012
THE CREATION OF THE SCOUT LEADER Author Unknown The Great Master was creating Scout Leaders. It was His sixth day of ââ¬Ëovertime' and He knew that this was a terrific responsibility for Scout leaders would touch the lives of so many... [more]
Scout uniforms: Uncool?
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on May 29th, 2012
A few weeks ago I discussed the advantages of being a uniformed troop. Following this method of Scouting is important to keep your Scouts looking, feeling and acting like an actual Boy Scout troop and not merely a collection of ââ¬Â¦ Continue... [more]
Fishing Pin for Cub Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 29th, 2012
One of the things our pack has done as a springtime activity is a fishing day at a local park. At this event, Cub Scouts can work on their Fishing pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the... [more]
A boy, doing a man's job
Posted to Adventures and Accidents on May 29th, 2012
Once upon a time there lived a young Boy Scout named David. One day, David's father gave him a very important job. He was to travel far from home to deliver a care package to his three older brothers, who were serving in the army. After arriving at... [more]
Podcast 120 â" Reflections for Scouts
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 28th, 2012
IN THIS PODCAST Reflections, Shoutouts, Looking out a Window LINKS IN THIS PODCAST Shout Out! Reflections Vespers KEEP IN TOUCH Contact Clarke Green Call and leave a voice mail comment or question at (484) 734-0002 Subscribe Read More →... [more]
Memorial Day
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 28th, 2012
Reblogged from Scouteradam's Blog: During our Blue & Gold this year, I had the boys write letters on BSA letterhead that I downloaded from scouting.org to the military. One of my High School friends, who is an Eagle and serves in the Air... [more]
Venturing Ranger Award Core Requirement – Cooking
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 28th, 2012
To earn the Venturing Ranger award, a young man or woman must complete eight core requirements and four electives. One of the core requirements is cooking. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content,... [more]
A Drop Of Water, From Start To Finish [INFOGRAPHIC]
Posted to Summit Blog on May 28th, 2012
At the Summit, a lot of thinking has gone into how we use water - or rather, how we can use less of it to start, then reuse more of it. That's sustainability thinking in design. Check out this infographic that tells the story of the lifecycle of... [more]
Issue 312 â" MEMORIAL DAY â" May 28, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 28th, 2012
WE ARE AMERICA One hundred million of us, for over a century, have honored our God and served our country in the mercantile and the military, as authors, accountants, and astronauts, as country doctors and congressmen, surgeons and senators,... [more]
Memorial Day 2012
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 28th, 2012
Back in the 90ââ¬Â²s when I was a First Sergeant in the Army, I was asked to start writing some Non Commissioned Officer Development classes and leadership subjects. I wrote a few articles and even had one on leadership published in the NCO... [more]
Kontiki 2012 - Flyover video
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 27th, 2012
Arrowe Park and the rafts of Kontiki 2012 as seen from the sky... [more]
Kontiki 2012 - round up
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 27th, 2012
UPDATE: the official results are available for download here . Ropes and Poles coverage of Kontiki 2012 at Arrowe Park : The main stage Pioneering project by First Benoni Sea Scouts On the Water First photos from the competition Swinging Derreck... [more]
Shout Out on the Scoutmaster Podcast
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 27th, 2012
Spread the word! Have your Scouts or adults marked an outstanding achievement? Want to tell everyone you support the Scoutmaster Podcast? Call and record a Shoutout! Here's the... [more]
Kontiki 2012 - Early morning mist
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 27th, 2012
The fog rolled in at Arrowe Park this morning, and Koen Broumels from Phoenix Rover Crew caught these great pictures of the rafts in the mist - very appropriate for the Viking theme this year. All the rafts are now off the water, and troops are... [more]
Issue 311 â" May 26, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 26th, 2012
________________________________________ Rule No. 78: ⢠When tempted to fight fire with fire, consider that firefighters usually use water. ________________________________________ Dear Andy, I'm a Scout. In my troop, we have an annual combination... [more]
Kontiki 2012 - at night
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 26th, 2012
Rafts at Arrowe Park, 10 second exposures... [more]
Kontiki 2012 -from the air and from the grounds
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 26th, 2012
Hennie, who manages the grounds at Arrowe Park , was lucky enough to arrange a helicopter flip over the lake this afternoon, giving him a great view of the rafts on the water for Kontiki . Closer to the ground, Joy was at the grounds running a... [more]
Trained Tactical Scouters
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 26th, 2012
Tactical Scouters: Combat troops, together with any service troops required for their direct support, who are organized under one commander to operate as a unit and engage the enemy in combat.In the Scouting world this would translate to: Scouters... [more]
The Duke
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 26th, 2012
Most, if not all of us have hero's, idols, or sports figures that we are fans of. Now, I am not one to oogle over celebrities or go out of my way to get an autograph. In fact I am quite the opposite and continuously preach that we need to be... [more]
Kontiki 2012 : Swinging derreck / jib crane
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 26th, 2012
North West District Rover Crew built this project,a classic from John Sweet's Scout Pioneering book... [more]
Kontiki 2012 is on the water
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 26th, 2012
Thirty six teams are on the water at Arrowe Park for Kontiki 2012. After a navigation and mobility competition this afternoon, the teams are moving their rafts up to a sheltered bay for the evening. More pics to follow... [more]
From The Wall To The Blanket
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 26th, 2012
Boy Scout patch blanket When you have been involved in Scouting for as long as I have (over 32 years) you end up accumulating a lot of patches. Some are earned by simply attending a Scouting event. Others are earned by being on staff for an... [more]
BSA's iconic fleur-de-lis named one of the 50 best nonprofit logos
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 25th, 2012
What does the Boy Scouts of America logo mean to you? Perhaps it represents childhood campouts you took decades ago. Or maybe it signifies the special bond you now share with your son or daughter. All good answers. But ask the folks at the Web... [more]
How to follow the Boy Scouts car at the Indy 500
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 25th, 2012
Scouters and Scouts, start your televisions. The Indianapolis 500, easily the best-known auto race of the year, is Sunday. I've always enjoyed watching, but ever since the BSA IndyCar debuted in 2010, I've had even more reason to tune in to "The... [more]
Kontiki 2012: Main Stage
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 25th, 2012
Kontiki 2012 is underway, 36 teams are busy building their rafts down at the waterfront at Arrowe Park , and will be launching on Saturday morning. I'll post more about the rafts later, but there is a structure down at the waterfront that I'm... [more]
A Message to Parents
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 25th, 2012
A Message to Parents If you Respect me, I will hear you. If you Listen to me, I will feel understood. If you Understand me, I will feel appreciated. If you Appreciate me, I will Read More →... [more]
The Silver Pretzel
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 25th, 2012
Last night at the Pioneer District Dinner, the District Awards were handed out. It was a great time to reflect upon what the Scout Units did over the past year. The District Chairman and Commissioner gave their thoughts. Our Exec did the same... [more]
Photo Fridays: High Adventure (29 photos)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 25th, 2012
Here's something else for you to love about Fridays. Photo Fridays, which debuted last week , showcases real photos from real Scouters. Each week, the photos fit a different theme. This week it's High Adventure , and the 29 photos below highlight a... [more]
Lightning Safety Week, June 24-30, 2012
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on May 25th, 2012
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Lightning Safety Week, June 24-30, 2012
Posted to BSA Health and Safety Alerts on May 25th, 2012
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Selfless Service
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 25th, 2012
Selfless Service has been a main stay of the Scouting movement. It is the desire to serve others. It is the motivation to "So unto othersââ¬Â¦" It is essentially the Scouting way. The value of Selfless service is important more than ever in... [more]
How To Meet Scouts From Saudi Arabia [AUDIO]
Posted to Summit Blog on May 25th, 2012
The Jamboree Fireside Stories project is recording the experiences that have made the national Scout jamboree a lifetime memory for more than a million Scouts and Scouters. You can share your jamboree story by calling the Jamboree Fireside Story... [more]
The Big Picture: The New 2013 National Jamboree Interactive Map
Posted to Summit Blog on May 25th, 2012
Here at the Summit, we've been cooking up a little something for you. No, we haven't mentioned it on the blog yet. Why not? Well, we love surprises and feel this is a mighty good one. We know a lot of you are itching to know how the jamboree will... [more]
BSA Tiger Den Meeting Plans: #15 – Fun and Games
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 25th, 2012
BSA provides a set of Tiger den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. This is a review of the 15th den meeting plan in the series. This den meeting idea covers Tiger Elective 3 â Fun and Games. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the... [more]
Kontiki - raft tips round up
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 25th, 2012
Gauteng Kontiki is coming up at Arrowe Park this weekend - here are some posts from previous years with a few last minute tips: Construction sequence drawings help everything to run smoothly on Friday night. Moving your raft around using paddles,... [more]
Flags
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 25th, 2012
On a rainy Thursday evening the Thunderbird District of the Cascade Pacific Council converged on Willamette National Cemetery. If they didn't come the 140,000 grave markers would go without a flag this Memorial Day. For 44 years the Thunderbird... [more]
Google Map Photo Gallery
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 25th, 2012
Photos from my Arizona Trail hike are online now. I put them into a Google Maps / Google Earth file just for something different. You can see a map of the trail with thumbnail images near the location where the photo was taken. This is done by... [more]
Caitlin does it again
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 25th, 2012
Cub Scout Caitlin has gained all of her section... [more]
New York council patch serves as a nice tribute to Sept. 11
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 24th, 2012
OK, this is really nice. The Greater New York Councils created the special-edition council shoulder patch seen above to commemorate the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. The patch, called "A Tribute in Light," depicts the real-life Sept. 11 memorial... [more]
The Buzz - May 31, 2012 "STEM Nova and Supernova"
Posted to BSA Internal Communications Youtube Videos on May 24th, 2012
Dr. Bernard Harris, a former astronaut and the BSA's national STEM spokesperson, discusses the path for Scouts to achieve the Nova and Supernova awards for their achievements in science, technology, engineering, and math. Specific requirements will... [more]
Get Grounded on the Voice of the Scout at NAM
Posted to Scout Wire on May 24th, 2012
With the spring 2012 Voice of the Scout (VOS) survey cycle closed, there is much to share about the initial findings, and action to be taken on what is being learned. Two electives are available at the National Annual Meeting in Florida (May... [more]
LDS Scouting Handbook updated
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 24th, 2012
This just in, LDS Scouters: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has updated its Scouting Handbook. The May 2012 version of the document, only available online (PDF) , offers updates on "guidelines and policies relating to Scouting... [more]
Wayne Brock Appointed Chief Scout Executive for the Boy Scouts of America
Posted to Scouting News on May 24th, 2012
Brock joins new BSA National President Wayne Perry as top two leaders of nation's iconic youth-serving organization Following an extensive selection process, the Boy Scouts of America named Wayne Brock its next Chief Scout Executive, the... [more]
Reflections while Camping
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 24th, 2012
Our typical (if somewhat sporadic) practice while camping is to have a ââ¬Ëvespersââ¬Ë on Saturday evening after dinner. At your next camping trip give each patrol a quotation (I have supplied some below ââ¬â give all the Read More →... [more]
For the first time ever, take Wood Badge in Spanish
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 24th, 2012
Todos los Scouts se merece un lÃder entrenado. In other words, "Every Scout deserves a trained leader." The statement is true in any language, and now, Scout leaders who are more comfortable speaking Spanish can take the highest level of adult... [more]
A change of strategy
Posted to Adventures and Accidents on May 24th, 2012
Last night my Venturing crew was supposed to have a party. Two of our members are graduating from High School this week and the others wanted to throw a party for them. It has been on our calendar for at least two months. When I got there last... [more]
Wayne Brock Appointed Chief Scout Executive for the Boy Scouts of America
Posted to Scouting News on May 24th, 2012
Brock joins new BSA National President Wayne Perry as top two leaders of nation's iconic youth-serving organization Following an extensive selection process, the Boy Scouts of America named Wayne Brock its next Chief Scout Executive, the... [more]
Scouting is a Three-way Effort
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 24th, 2012
As I think about what makes a good scouting program really work, I see it as a Three-way effort between the Scout, his parents and his adult leaders. If these three pieces don't work together like a three-legged stool, the program really struggles... [more]
Athletics Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 24th, 2012
The Athletics merit badge is an elective which might interest Boy Scouts who are involved in sports or concerned about fitness. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Membership Impact News and Resources
Posted to Scout Wire on May 24th, 2012
Click to open May issue The May issue of Membership Impact News and Resources has been published and is available online. In this newsletter, you can read about youth recruitment, new-unit development, and membership support services from the... [more]
New Chief Scout Executive
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 24th, 2012
Well, I thought I would let the dust settle a bit on the issue before I weighed in. And much to my surprise, there has not been a lot of buzz about the appointment of our 12th Chief Scout Executive. Wayne Brock was named the new boss this week... [more]
Scouts carry the Olympic torch
Posted to The Scout Association on May 24th, 2012
Over one hundred Scouts will carry the Olympic torch during the epic... [more]
Wayne Brock Chosen as the BSA's 12th Chief
Posted to Scout Wire on May 23rd, 2012
Following an extensive selection process, the BSA has named Wayne Brock its next Chief Scout Executive. Wayne has served as deputy Chief Scout Executive since Oct. 1, 2009, giving leadership and direction to all aspects of operations of the... [more]
Do the Trails Day two-step: Get outside, get a patch
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 23rd, 2012
Trails have been a part of Scouting since the beginning. There are figurative trails - the one to First Class and to Eagle - and literal ones, like the 350 miles of trails at Philmont or the familiar 10-mile loop at your favorite state park... [more]
Protect Yourself From Patch Theft At The 2013 National Scout Jamboree
Posted to Stadri Emblems Scouting Blog on May 23rd, 2012
The 2013 National Scout Jamboree promises to be a Jamboree like never before. Yes, it will feature all the things you've come to expect, such as patch trading, SCUBA, arena shows, and Technology Quest; but there's more. Scouting.org describes it as... [more]
Making an Axe Handle
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 23rd, 2012
Interesting article from Robin Wood on making axe... [more]
Are We Really Having A Jamboree?
Posted to Summit Blog on May 23rd, 2012
Let me start this week by acknowledging all the comments on last week's blog. It's apparent our readership is expanding and I welcome that. I can assure you I do read all the comments. Please continue to share your thoughts in the comment section... [more]
Art Belt Loop for Cub Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 23rd, 2012
The Art belt loop is another of the recognition from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program. Our pack did this belt loop at our School Night to Join Scouting back in August. A few of the Scouter did the activity with the Scouts while the parents... [more]
PD-L1 to Get a Facelift
Posted to Scout Wire on May 23rd, 2012
We are taking a fresh look at how we train and develop our executive leadership, particularly our district executives, in Professional Development Level 1. We convened a task force composed of BSA management, volunteers, and experts from... [more]
Fantastic!
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 23rd, 2012
Our May Pack Meeting just totally rocked. This is what I posted on Facebook after I got home. "Fantastic night at Pack 221ââ¬Â²s Physical Fitness Meeting. The new kindergartener's rocked. We did Slackline (actually walking a tightrope) and an... [more]
Knots Cartoon for May!
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on May 23rd, 2012
Jr. Knots Space Race - May 2012 Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
Klassic Knots Cartoon - April 2002
Posted to U.S. Scouting Service Project on May 23rd, 2012
Klassic Knots Cartoon April 2002 Plumbing - Plunge Into the Subject Cartoon Cool Stuff Copyright - U.S. Scouting Service Project | Visit us at http://usscouts.org | News at http://usssp.blogspot.com... [more]
Scouts celebrate Jubilee Hour
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 23rd, 2012
The Scout Association has pledged 500,000 hours of volunteering to congratulate Her Majesty the Queen on her Diamond... [more]
New LDS Scouting Handbook Available Online
Posted to Scout Wire on May 22nd, 2012
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has recently updated its Scouting Handbook for Church Units in the United States . It is only available online-please follow the link above to access and download the handbook... [more]
We've moved our Blogs.
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on May 22nd, 2012
Come find our blogs directly on our new website at: http://lnt.org/blog... [more]
Issue 310 â" May 22, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 22nd, 2012
Rule No. 77: ⢠A clear conscience is usually the sign of a faulty memory. ________________________________________ Dear Andy, First off I'd like to thank you for all your hard work and the great service your columns provide. Many times, your advice... [more]
Politics and Scouting
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 22nd, 2012
It's going to be a long political summer- four quotes - no commentary needed: From the JOIN SCOUTING form: Program Policies Chartered organizations agree to use the Scouting program in accordance with their own policies Read More →... [more]
Cobrabraid 550 Paracord Bracelet and Keychain Giveaway
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 22nd, 2012
Last week, I reviewed the Cobrabraid 550 Paracord Bracelets I received. The good news is that they sent me a 550 Paracord Survival Bracelet and Keychain to give away to a reader [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full... [more]
New Service Project Guidelines Highlight Safety
Posted to Scout Wire on May 22nd, 2012
One of the most frequently asked questions that our Health and Safety Team receives concerns service projects. Specifically, which tools and jobs are appropriate for youth on a project site, and which are appropriate for adult leaders? To help shed... [more]
Cub Scout successes
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on May 22nd, 2012
While Bear was inspiring Scouting in Northern Ireland and Scotland, Wayne was out and about in the Midlands, celebrating achievements and learning more about the Cub section and how we can support its... [more]
Direct Support Award Correction
Posted to Scout Wire on May 21st, 2012
The Direct Support Award announcement that was included in the May 7 issue of the Finance Impact e-Letter incorrectly included legacies and bequests in the criteria for recognition this year. Journey to Excellence direct support measure does NOT... [more]
Boy Scouts of America names its next Chief Scout Executive
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 21st, 2012
Reblogged from Bryan on Scouting: Like rare patches? How about one only 11 men have ever worn? Today, we learned the identity of the next man to join the impressive fraternity of Chief Scout Executives that started with Scouting legend James E... [more]
Podcast 119 Recruiting Volunteers
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 21st, 2012
IN THIS PODCAST Recruiting Volunteers LINKS IN THIS PODCAST Lack of Volunteers? KEEP IN TOUCH Contact Clarke Green Call and leave a voice mail comment or question at (484) 734-0002 Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Listen Read More →... [more]
Boy Scouts of America names its next Chief Scout Executive
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 21st, 2012
Like rare patches? How about one only 11 men have ever worn? Today, we learned the identity of the next man to join the impressive fraternity of Chief Scout Executives that started with Scouting legend James E. West. (See the full list below.) The... [more]
5 Jamboree Jobs At The Stadium
Posted to Summit Blog on May 21st, 2012
The best way to get an insider's view of the 2013 Jamboree at the Summit is to get on staff! The staff of this first-ever national jamboree at its new, permanent home in West Virginia will be history makers - they'll be setting the stage for the... [more]
The new online tour plan process
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on May 21st, 2012
After a couple false starts, the long-awaited revision to the online Tour and Activity Plan process is now live in most councils and can be used to file a tour plan for outings as required by your council. The new ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Eagle Scout Rank Requirements for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 21st, 2012
Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouting program of the Boy Scouts of America. Unlike the other ranks in Boy Scouts, the title of Eagle Scout is held for life. "Once an Eagle, always an Eagle." [ This is a content summary only... [more]
Bob's Blog: Scouting Continues to Shine All Over the World
Posted to Scout Wire on May 21st, 2012
One of the honors that comes with being Chief Scout Executive is to represent the Boy Scouts of America at the annual World Scout Foundation Baden-Powell Fellowship gathering, and it has always been a proud moment for me to assume this role. This... [more]
NOS
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 21st, 2012
NOS means "Not otherwise specified" in Military lingo. It essentially means that we can't find a category for it.. and so it is with this post. It has been a while since I posted last, so here is some catching up and thoughts. I'll start with the... [more]
Summit and Jamboree Progress
Posted to Wayne Brock TV on May 21st, 2012
In this episode, I introduce our new Summit group director, Dan McCarthy, and talk about the progress being made at the Summit as well as how things are shaping up for next year's National Jamboree. Don't forget to register your council's... [more]
What a difference a week makes
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 21st, 2012
Well done to the thousands of Scouts who did their bit for local communities during Scout Community... [more]
Sneak a Peek at New Game Design MB
Posted to Scout Wire on May 20th, 2012
The BSA's next new merit badge, Game Design, is already well under development. The new badge will allow Scouts to focus on one (or more) of these kinds of games: Electronic Outdoor/athletic events Tabletop Pen and paper or role-playing This... [more]
Staffing the 2013 Jamboree? Help Support Our Newest Merit Badges
Posted to Scout Wire on May 20th, 2012
We are seeking passionate Scouters who plan to attend the 2013 National Scout Jamboree (either full- or part-time) and need a job while there to consider helping support one of our newest merit badges, including Inventing, Robotics, Chess, Welding,... [more]
Bear pays flying visit to Scouts in Northern Ireland and Scotland
Posted to The Scout Association on May 20th, 2012
Bear Grylls, Chief Scout, takes to the skies in the fifth instalment of Bear in the Air, his mission to meet as many Scouts as possible during his five years as UK Chief... [more]
'2012 Environmental Scan' With BSA Facts, Figures Now Available
Posted to Scout Wire on May 19th, 2012
The 2012 Environmental Scan is now available at www.scouting.org/about . This Environmental Scan contains the latest information about social trends and facts affecting the BSA. It is a tool to assist councils with the development of strategic... [more]
Questions? New Summit Group Director Can Help
Posted to Scout Wire on May 19th, 2012
Who has more than 50 years of Scouting experience and is taking over a weekly spot on the Summit blog? None other than Dan McCarthy, the newly appointed Summit Group director. You've Got Questions What will I be doing at the Summit? How are the... [more]
Issue 309 â" May 18, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 18th, 2012
Rule No. 76: ⢠You can tell some Scoutmasters there are four billion stars in the universe and he believes you, but tell him the Senior Patrol Leader is supposed to be running the troop meeting and he looks at you like you've just had frogs leap... [more]
A Plan for Completing Merit Badges
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 18th, 2012
Following my proposed strategy for working through Advancement , the next step is to have a plan for completing merit badges. Here are my ideas for helping a Scout reach Life by the time he turns 14 (or very close). This perspective is mostly... [more]
Wanted: 36 volunteers to share their merit badge skills at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 18th, 2012
Merit badges don't teach themselves. And with the 2013 National Scout Jamboree just 14 months away, the BSA's looking for a few good men and women to demonstrate their skills. The focus is on the six newest merit badges making a big splash at the... [more]
Free Clean Water
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 18th, 2012
For the rest of May, Scouting magazine is running a contest to give away free water filration items. Camelbak, SteriPen, and Platypus have all provided drinking water items for the give-away and you won't win if you don't enter. Enter today, and... [more]
BSA Wolf Den Meeting Plans: #11 – Making Choices
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 18th, 2012
BSA provides Wolf den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. This Wolf den meeting plan covers Wolf Achievement 12 â Making Choices. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Summit and Jamboree Progress
Posted to Wayne Brock TV on May 18th, 2012
In this episode, I introduce our new Summit group director, Dan McCarthy, and talk about the progress being made at the Summit as well as how things are shaping up for next year's National Jamboree. Don't forget to register your council's... [more]
ScoutStuff BOGO
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 18th, 2012
Webelos have recently crossed over. Maybe you've got a few guys that just joined and are brand new to Scouting. Growth spurts causing clothes to no longer fit. It's a great time for a Buy One Get One sale on uniforms! Check out the ScoutStuff.org... [more]
Do you look after your customers
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 18th, 2012
The young people involved in scouting are our customers and if we as adult tell the young people they are wrong they will spend their time in places they feel valued. Continue reading ââ â Related posts: Do we Focus too Much on Empowerment of... [more]
The Other Side of the Dutch Oven
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 18th, 2012
Steve Karoly at Round the Chuckbox improvises a pizza oven demonstrating that a dutch oven has two sides!... [more]
When Red Berets Went Flying At The '73 Jamboree [AUDIO]
Posted to Summit Blog on May 18th, 2012
The Jamboree Fireside Stories project is recording the experiences that have made the national Scout jamboree a lifetime memory for more than a million Scouts and Scouters. You can share your jamboree story by calling the Jamboree Fireside Story... [more]
Photo Fridays: Cub Scout Fun (21 photos)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 18th, 2012
And now for something completely different. Starting today and continuing for the next seven weeks, I'm introducing Photo Fridays here at Bryan on Scouting. It's simple, really. I give you a theme, and you e-mail me with photos that fit that... [more]
Picture Thursday 17_05_12
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 18th, 2012
I did however have enough time while there to visit my all time favorite sandwich shop, I use to live in Cardiff some 13 years ago and I use to go to the New York Deli Sandwich shop most weekend Continue reading ââ â Related posts: Picture... [more]
Skylon tower - experimental pioneering from Bothasig Rover Crew
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 18th, 2012
1st Bothasig Rover Crew in the Western Cape, South Africa, have been trying out some new pioneering projects. Here is a scaled-up version of a Skylon flagpole that aims to be large enough to have a crows-nest / deck on top. Devon writes: "We at the... [more]
A Tiger by the Tail
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 18th, 2012
The Council that I am in, recently put on a program called Mission Possible. Simply put, it's a Spring recruiting drive for Tigers and Wolves. Along with getting Cub scouts to summer camp and getting the Pack to put on a Summertime Award Pack... [more]
Volunteers make Community Week a reality
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 18th, 2012
Scout Community Week (14-20 May) has prompted thousands of volunteers to do their bit for local communities while raising awareness for local... [more]
Tom Takes a Hike
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 17th, 2012
I had this message from Tom; the same Tom you hear when we have a Scoutmaster panel discussion on the podcast. Any of us Scoutmasters who are invested in youth leadership and the patrol method have times Read More →... [more]
LNT ROX MN
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 17th, 2012
Quinn and Frank are the current LNT.org traveling e-Tour trainers and I was privileged to have them 'camp out' in our guest room last night while they are rockin' their way through Minnesota. They spend months traveling the country in their... [more]
Product Review – Cobrabraid 550 Paracord Bracelets
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 17th, 2012
I recently received some Cobrabraid 550 samples to review. The bracelets I received were made of study paracord. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Getting to know Manchester
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on May 17th, 2012
Wayne learns more about the three Manchester Scout Counties and how we can help to develop Scouting opportunities... [more]
Scouting for the community
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 17th, 2012
Scout Community Week has inspired thousands of Groups from all over the UK to... [more]
WBtv #19 - May 16, 2012, "Summit and Jamboree Progress"
Posted to BSA Internal Communications Youtube Videos on May 16th, 2012
In this episode, I introduce our new group director, Dan McCarthy, and talk about the progress being made at the Summit as well as how things are shaping up for next year's National Jamboree. Please use the comments feature below the video window if... [more]
Summit and Jamboree Progress
Posted to Wayne Brock TV on May 16th, 2012
In this episode, I introduce our new Summit group director, Dan McCarthy, and talk about the progress being made at the Summit as well as how things are shaping up for next year's National Jamboree. Don't forget to register your council's... [more]
Getting away and giving back, Philmont style
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 16th, 2012
Give and you shall receive. At this fall's Volunteer Vacation at Philmont Scout Ranch, participants give a week of trail service and receive an unforgettable adventure in the captivating Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northeast New Mexico. The... [more]
So What's The Story On Showers?
Posted to Summit Blog on May 16th, 2012
I keep hearing the question, "Why don't we have hot showers at the Summit?" I can answer that with one word: sustainability. Sustainability has been a key component of the Summit's development plan since its inception. Sustainability is all about... [more]
Do we Focus too Much on Empowerment of Women/Girls
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 16th, 2012
Yeah Yeah, I know start slagging me off now as some sort of male chauvinist who knows nothing, however before you do let me just have my say. Feel free to tell me I am wrong in the comments Continue reading ââ â Related posts: Accountability In... [more]
Lack of Volunteers?
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 16th, 2012
I've often heard about the difficulty of recruiting adult help from other Scouters and I wonder, sometimes, if it has to do with the way we ask? When the coffee is flowing and the discussions Read More →... [more]
Geology Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 16th, 2012
There are a lot of caves in our area, so many Boy Scouts do the requirements for the Geology merit badge in conjuction with a cave tour outing. Some of the cave sites have geologists on staff who can show the Scouts specimens and explain the... [more]
Scouts take Parliament
Posted to The Scout Association on May 16th, 2012
Beavers and Cubs took Scout Community Week to Westminster yesterday (15... [more]
Scouting Themes 4 WordPress on Scouting+
Posted to be.PREPARED on May 15th, 2012
You may have seen (and it may be how you got here!) that Scouting Themes 4 WordPress has been mentioned in the last Scouting+ email nationwide. This was to announce the launch of the Scouts 4 WordPress theme and encourage new people to make use of... [more]
Its Scout Community Week
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 15th, 2012
What one thing are you doing for Scout Community Week Continue reading ââ â... [more]
June Cub Scout Theme – Head West Young Man (Perseverance)
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 15th, 2012
Word on the street is that BSA will release a June Cub Scout theme called "Head West Young Man" for the June core value of Perseverance. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Scout Community Week hits its stride
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 15th, 2012
Scouts up and down the country have been hard at work for Scout Community Week (14-20... [more]
Podcast 118 â" Summer Camp, Starting a New Troop
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 14th, 2012
IN THIS PODCAST Getting ready for summer camp, Starting a new troop LINKS IN THIS PODCAST Working the patrol method Transitioning from adult to youth led Guide to Safe Scouting KEEP IN TOUCH Contact Clarke Green Call Read More →... [more]
Is an older Scout who wears his uniform in public committing 'social suicide?' Weigh in on one Scoutmaster's policy
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 14th, 2012
Here's a new one: An East Coast troop's uniform policy involves telling older Scouts not to wear their uniforms in public. Yep, it happened in Scouter B.C.'s troop. Here's how B.C., who asked me not to use their full name, explained it in an... [more]
AZ Trail Journal Ready
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 14th, 2012
I've been quietly resting my legs and putting together my Arizona Trail Journal for the past week. You can read all about my trek Right Here . I've included pictures from the trail, information about my homemade gear, and a daily record of the hike... [more]
8 Pillars Of Sustainable Jamboree Planning
Posted to Summit Blog on May 14th, 2012
It's hard enough to plan ahead for next month's camping trip. So, how do you plan for the next 100 years of Scouting adventure? That's the challenge for all the bright minds that are designing and building the Summit Bechtel Reserve, permanent home... [more]
Your unit's complaint form
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on May 14th, 2012
Regardless of how hard you try, you just can't please everyone. The sentiment goes all the way back to the Greek slave Aesop, whose fable about the miller, his son and their donkey concluded with "he who tries to please ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading... [more]
Venturing Ranger Award Core Requirement – Communications
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 14th, 2012
To earn the Venturing Ranger award, a young man or woman must complete eight core requirements and four electives. One of the core requirements is communications. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other... [more]
Den Mother's Day
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 14th, 2012
Today is Mother's Day and a time to celebrate Mom. We did that here today. I wanted to take one moment and thank all the Moms who are, were, will be and have been a Den Mother. As well all those who support Scouting in some way. Either as a... [more]
Jamboree-on-the-Trail 2012
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 13th, 2012
Today was Jamboree on the Trail. It's technically my first time. Last year I was at Gilwell Field as a Troop Guide, so maybe I was on the trail? I put JOTT on the Pack Calendar and incorporated it as part of my Cubmaster Hike. This was the... [more]
BALOO for you!
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 12th, 2012
A friend and fellow Scouter up in the Seattle Council put on a BALOO training the other week. He just published a blog about it and included his Powerpoint slides for it. It's Great! This is something that I have wanted to do for a while. Yes, I... [more]
Pack Annual Planning
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 12th, 2012
It is that time of the year, for most, to gather up the Pack Committee and Den Leaders and find a spot for a whole day and figure out what's going to happen the next Cub Scout Year. This year, our Pack will have its first real sit down meeting and... [more]
Methods â" Uniform
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 12th, 2012
"Putting on the uniform does not make a fellow a Scout, but putting on the uniform is a sign to the world that one has taken the Scout obligation and folk expect Scout like acts from one wearing it" ââ¬â Handbook for Boys 1927 And lastââ¬Â¦... [more]
Issue 308 â" May 11, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 11th, 2012
________________________________________ Rule No. 75: ⢠You can fix the blame, or you can fix the problem; take your pick. ________________________________________ Do we have great readers here? You bet we do! Here's a note by Chris, from the BSA's... [more]
BSA Medical Plan Changes
Posted to BSA Internal Communications Youtube Videos on May 11th, 2012
Assistant Scout Executive Alf Tuggle discusses the nature of the BSA's medical plans and why we they are undergoing... [more]
Have faith in your boysâ¦
Posted to True North Scouting on May 11th, 2012
Last night, I needed/wanted to go to Roundtable. The only issue was that troop meeting nights are usually on Thursday nights, so I haven't been attending. But this time, I felt that I needed to go to RT so that I could stop into the OA meeting and... [more]
Andrew Skurka's Philmont Gear List
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 11th, 2012
Andrew Skurka's new Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide includes a packing list for Philmont Scout Ranch! It has far less gear than the official Philmont list. In Clarke's interview in podcast 111, Andrew pointed out that Read More →... [more]
How To Make Headlines At The 2013 Jamboree
Posted to Summit Blog on May 11th, 2012
There's front-page news everywhere you look at a national jamboree! It takes Scouts and Venturers to tell the stories, and we need staff to help them spread the word. And there are a lot of different ways to make headlines at the jamboree. Check... [more]
BSA Adopt-A-School Project
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 11th, 2012
Here's an interesting initiative: The BSA Adopt-a-School Program is an exciting and comprehensive undertaking that will connect Scout packs, troops and crews across the country with schools in their communities. Participating Scouts then work,... [more]
BSA Bear Den Meeting Ideas – #9: Building Muscles and Games, Games, Games!
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 11th, 2012
BSA provides Bear den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leaders. This Bear den meeting plan focuses on Bear Achievement 16 â Building Muscles and Bear Achievement 15 â Games, Games, Games! [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title... [more]
Camel Raft Bridge
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 11th, 2012
The Camel Raft is the simplest steel drum raft, using just two poles and four ropes. This project joins a series of two barrel camel rafts with poles and decks to make a floating bridge. The first module would have two barrels at each end, and... [more]
Big weekend
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on May 11th, 2012
'Not arrogant, just better.' This strap-line for the Mumbo Explorer Scout Unit, Preston District, sums up my busy three days in West Lancashire, West Yorkshire and... [more]
Scout Community Week is here!
Posted to The Scout Association on May 11th, 2012
Scout Community Week, Scouting's epic community and fundraising project, is finally... [more]
New Onboarding Envelopes Put Info at Fingertips
Posted to Scout Wire on May 10th, 2012
Help our newest parents and their Scouts get their Scouting experience off to a great start by using the BSA's free new onboarding recruitment event tool-large, 10.5-by-13.5-inch full-color envelopes that incorporate the latest BSA membership... [more]
First look: Game Design merit badge (and how you can help!)
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 10th, 2012
A new merit badge rewarding you for creativity, fun, and strategy? I'm game. Your Scouts will be too when the Game Design merit badge debuts next year. Approved and listed on my Guide to New Merit Badges for a month now, the new badge is still in... [more]
The Hunt for a New Chief Scout Narrows
Posted to Scouting News on May 10th, 2012
Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzucca is set to retire at this year on August 31st. On April 4th BSA President announced nine semifinalists to fill the position. After another round of interviews there are four finalists: Wayne Brock , Deputy Chief... [more]
The Hunt for a New Chief Scout Narrows
Posted to Scouting News on May 10th, 2012
Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzucca is set to retire at this year on August 31st. On April 4th BSA President announced nine semifinalists to fill the position. After another round of interviews there are four finalists: Wayne Brock , Deputy Chief... [more]
Air Pressure Demonstration
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 10th, 2012
This demonstration can be used to fulfill Webelos Scientist activity badge requirement 6: Show the effects of air pressure.It would also be a fun way to end a pack meeting or den meeting with a science theme [ This is a content summary only. Click... [more]
Finance Impact 'e-Letter': Online Session Registration Open for Symposium Events
Posted to Scout Wire on May 10th, 2012
Click to open May 7 issue The May 7 issue of the Finance Impact e-Letter has been published and is available online. Attendees may now choose sessions for the National Development and Fiscal Management Symposium. For a list of course descriptions... [more]
1400 to go
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 10th, 2012
I have $1400 to go till I can go OVER THE EDGE for the Cascade Pacific Council. For those who have donated, thank you so very much. I appreciate your donation. I am now asking those who have not donated to give $50, $25, $15 towards a great... [more]
Methods- Leadership Development
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 10th, 2012
Besides backpacking and teaching skills for the outdoors, my favorite subject in Scouting is leadership. I know that leadership is but a small part of Scouting, but leadership when done correctly requires the leader to be of good character. ... [more]
Scouting supports Deaf Awareness Week
Posted to The Scout Association on May 10th, 2012
Scouts will be joining millions around the country to support Deaf Awareness Week, taking place from 7-13... [more]
Adopt-a-School Program Connects Units, Schools
Posted to Scout Wire on May 9th, 2012
The BSA's Adopt-a-School program is an exciting new undertaking that will connect Scout packs, troops, and crews across the country with schools in their communities. Participating Scouts then work-within clearly defined guidelines-to team up with... [more]
Summit Director's Introductory Blog
Posted to Summit Blog on May 9th, 2012
Introductory blog? What's that? Well, it's my way of introducing myself and a new weekly blog feature through which I'll tell you about the Summit , answer questions I hear from the field, and perhaps dispel a few rumors along the way. This is the... [more]
Cook Wild
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 9th, 2012
Cooking over something other than a wood fire is a relatively new development for the human race. A recent study showed that 43 percent, or some 3 billion members, of the world's population rely on wood Read More →... [more]
Learn the secrets of storytelling in the age of social media
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 9th, 2012
You don't tell young people why they should join Scouting. You show them. That's the thinking behind the BSA's new Visual Storytelling Workshops , happening this summer. Here's a chance to spend several days learning the secrets of storytelling in... [more]
Farm Mechanics Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 9th, 2012
Boy Scouts who are interested in the operation and maintenance of farm machinery can earn the Farm Mechanics merit badge. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Best Practices Spotlight: Promote Scouting as a Place Where Youth Can 'Play for Real'
Posted to Scout Wire on May 9th, 2012
The Gulf Ridge (Florida) Council's Play for Real⢠truck is ready to hit the streets! As you can see, this brightly colored vehicle wrapped in action images and council logos is a real attention-getter. Scouts surround the truck to show potential... [more]
Tale of Two Philmonts
Posted to Scouting News on May 9th, 2012
The following is a Guest Article by Mike Dubrall. Mike "Dub Zero" Blogs and writes informative articles on backpacking and snow camping at 50Miler.com. Philmont sits at the apex of the Scout backpacking experience. For skilled backpackers the... [more]
Tale of Two Philmonts
Posted to Scouting News on May 9th, 2012
The following is a Guest Article by Mike Dubrall. Mike "Dub Zero" Blogs and writes informative articles on backpacking and snow camping at 50Miler.com. Philmont sits at the apex of the Scout backpacking experience. For skilled backpackers the... [more]
Want to Get More Involved With Nova/Supernova Awards? Here's How
Posted to Scout Wire on May 8th, 2012
Councils have been asking what they can do for the new BSA STEM initiative and the Nova/Supernova awards. The answer is to recruit a STEM chair for your council and have them attend the training at Philmont Training Center! The Nova/Supernova Award... [more]
Keeping that Scouting Spirit alive all the time
Posted to True North Scouting on May 8th, 2012
When you feel that you have had enough of the day, or enough of the scouting program, do yourself a favorââ¬Â¦ Read some of the posts on G+ or any other forum, about how some other unit has it worse than your unit. It's not that I thrive on... [more]
Enter daily to win awesome water-filtration tools
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 8th, 2012
Thirsty? If you're not now, you will be in a couple months-summer is right around the corner! Be prepared for thirst with this package of water-purification gear offered in the JUST ADD WATER GIVEAWAY , starting today and ending May 31 . One random... [more]
One of 10,000
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on May 8th, 2012
Bears were on the loose In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the Leave No Trace e-tour set up on just one lake this Monday -- Lake Bemidji. Visiting a beautiful town, the First City on the Mississippi, we got a chance to go to Lake Bemidji State Park to... [more]
Surprise At The Museum
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 8th, 2012
It is amazing the things you can discover while visiting a museum. Yesterday, Monday, May 7th, the Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 had a field trip at the Melrose Area Historical Museum. While we were there we took a look at the Scouting display and... [more]
A word-perfect summer reading list for Scouts
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 8th, 2012
At this point of the school year, are your Scouts ready to put down F. Scott Fitzgerald and pick up a Frisbee? Embrace their urge to get outside once school's out, but don't let reading take the summer off. And fortunately, there's help to do just... [more]
Training and Experience
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 8th, 2012
I get this email fairly often; ââ¬ËI have been reading what you have to say about the patrol method and youth leadership buy MY Scouts don't seem to get it. We've done youth leader training Read More →... [more]
50 Things to do Before
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 8th, 2012
We have all seen the 50 things to do before your.... list, however I came across this new one from the National Trust. - I have done 48 of the 50 how many have you done. Continue reading ââ â... [more]
BB Shooting Pin for Cub Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 8th, 2012
A couple of years ago, ZM went to a shooting sports day camp offered by our district and earned the BB Shooting pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program. Find out what opportunities there are for your Cub Scouts to earn their shooting... [more]
Bob's Blog: 2013 Jamboree at the Summit, Taking High Adventure to New Levels
Posted to Scout Wire on May 8th, 2012
Every day, we see dramatic progress on the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in anticipation of its grand opening at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. I am truly awed as our summer camp, high-adventure base, and national leadership... [more]
Only Human
Posted to True North Scouting on May 8th, 2012
The other day, I posted a rant on my G+ account. It had to do with some of my frustrations, so I took to the other social media waves and vented. One thing that I found is that as much literature and training that we take, there is one thing that... [more]
Boy Scouts Visit Museum
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 8th, 2012
The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 took their May 7 meeting night to have a field trip. They gathered at the Melrose Area Historical Museum for a tour of the facility which worked into their monthly theme of Historical Places. One of the museum... [more]
The Great Outdoors
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 8th, 2012
In my last post, it was about The Portland Outdoor School and what School District and City of Portland is doing with it. Like I have said, it's not a bad thing and it should be there and funded properly. But what about OTHER camps and solutions... [more]
Cub Scout's footsteps for the future
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on May 8th, 2012
A Cub Scout has raised over £2,500 to help rebuild his Scout HQ by completing a 32 mile walk, just another example of Scouting's impact in local... [more]
Eagle Scout Centennial: Lowe's Project Grants, New Credentials
Posted to Scout Wire on May 7th, 2012
A number of exciting changes and new projects are under way in 2012, the 100th anniversary of the Eagle Scout Award. Here are updates on two of the most popular: Lowe's National Eagle Scout Project Grant Lowe's gift cards have been distributed to... [more]
Podcast 117 â" Scoutmaster Panel Discussion
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 7th, 2012
IN THIS PODCAST Tool Use Guidelines, Questions LINKS IN THIS PODCAST Guidelines for Tool Use Service Project Planning Guidelines Guide to Safe Scouting KEEP IN TOUCH Contact Clarke Green Call and leave a voice mail comment Read More →... [more]
Scout Camp: The Movie
Posted to Adventures and Accidents on May 7th, 2012
Scout Camp: The Movie came out a few years ago and I saw it with my youth at a Council sponsored centennial camp in 2010. The reason I am blogging about it now is that news of a sequel got me thinking about it. The sequel is to carry the subtitle... [more]
As Pumped As Tires - Cranking Up Mountain Bike Excitement
Posted to Summit Blog on May 7th, 2012
Spring fever is setting in here in the New River Gorge, and that means it's time to get the chain oiled up on the bikes. Up and down the gorge in the neighborhood of the Summit, cyclists of all stripes come to exercise their pedal power. In this... [more]
Why are we still training?
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on May 7th, 2012
"Every boy deserves a trained leader." "Train ââ¬Ëem, trust ââ¬Ëem, let ââ¬Ëem lead!" If there's one thing that's everywhere in Scouting, it's training. We train our youth leaders to run their troop. We teach Scout skills ââ¬â that's a... [more]
Life Rank Requirements for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 7th, 2012
Life is the fifth rank a Boy Scout can earn. It is earned after Star. A Scout working on the rank of Life continues to develop leadership, participates in service projects, and earns merit badges. He must also share his skills by using the EDGE... [more]
Scouting Is Full of Great Stories-Share Yours!
Posted to Scout Wire on May 7th, 2012
We've launched the Jamboree Fireside Stories project to record the experiences that make the national Scout jamboree such an incredible, can't-miss-it event. If you've been to a national jamboree, you probably have a great story to share. We want... [more]
Outdoor School?
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 7th, 2012
In several posts recently, I have lamented about how the Portland Public Schools are/were on the edge or brink of not providing "Outdoor School". I grew up in Montana, Billings to be exact. I was in Scouts for a year, but I had a wonderful place... [more]
Minnesota Summertime
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on May 7th, 2012
A Minnesota Sunset While the e-tour rolls into Minnesota and the start of summer there, which can mean only one thing -- flat water canoeing. Canoeing is a great way to enjoy the lakes region of the U.S. and Canada, so if you're packing up and... [more]
'Marketing News': May Newsletter Is Out!
Posted to Scout Wire on May 6th, 2012
Click to open May issue The May issue of Marketing News has been published and is available in the Marketing Toolbox online. In this issue, you can read about upcoming Marketing webinars, as well as the new recruitment event onboarding envelopes... [more]
Methods- Personal Growth
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 6th, 2012
Now don't let the word personal get you. Yes we want each and every Scout to grow, but we want them to find this growth within the context of Scouting's values (found in the Oath and Law). Personal growth is a tricky method in that it will sneak... [more]
Backpack cooking â" Follow up
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 6th, 2012
I received an email the other day asking some questions about the backpacking video that I recently put up on the blog. They are great questions and so I thought I'd share the email and answers here. Question: What sort of Food Bag do you use? Is... [more]
Issue 307 â" May 6, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on May 6th, 2012
Rule No. 73: Learn a subject or skill so well that you can teach it; by teaching it you'll understand it and it'll stay with you for life. Rule No. 74: Commissioners: If you want to learn a unit's greatest weakness, listen to what they brag about... [more]
Learn to Effectively Use Images, Audio at Visual Storytelling Workshop
Posted to Scout Wire on May 6th, 2012
Imagine thousands of Scouts armed with still cameras and audio recorders, hunting great Scouting stories to share via social media sites. That's the vision for the BSA's Visual Storytelling Workshops , which focus on developing a network of... [more]
Methods- Adults Association
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 5th, 2012
This method is somewhat confusing, especially at the troop level for parents coming from the Cub Scout program. I say this because it is different. I'll explain as we go. First and foremost, no matter what level of Scouting you participate in... [more]
who's it gonna be?
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on May 5th, 2012
First of all, thank you all for the congratulations and nice comments about my oldest son earning his Eagle Award. On behalf of John and the rest of the family, we are thankful and appreciate the comments. It's been a helluva week around here and... [more]
Baylor finds "Merit Beyond the Badge" in Eagle Scouts
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 4th, 2012
I just read Brad's Blog about the study Baylor recently conducted to further illustrate the value of Scouting and its impact on society. Similar to the "Values of Americans" survey that shows a direct connection between a Boy Scout and his ââ¬Â¦... [more]
A blast from the past-in code
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 4th, 2012
Reblogged from Bryan on Scouting: Get ready to dot-dot your I's and dash your T's. Today, the Boy Scouts of America released the Morse Code Interpreter Strip, an official patch for Scouts and Scouters who can demonstrate their ability to "speak"... [more]
A blast from the past-in code
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 4th, 2012
Get ready to dot-dot your I's and dash your T's. Today, the Boy Scouts of America released the Morse Code Interpreter Strip , an official patch for Scouts and Scouters who can demonstrate their ability to "speak" this special language. Morse Code... [more]
BSA Webelos Den Meeting Plans: Den Meeting Plan #10 – Geologist
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 4th, 2012
BSA provides Webelos den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders on the Scouting.org website. The tenth Webelos den meeting plan completes the Geologist Activity Badge which was started in meeting plan 9. [ This is a content summary only. Click on... [more]
World Record(?) Tower
Posted to Ropes and Poles on May 4th, 2012
This photograph comes from on old Troop log book, and is from the 1984 Transvaal BP Parade. The note says "Northern world record tower" and it looks to be in the region of 40m / 120 feet high. Does anyone have any more information about this tower?... [more]
Good Deed Done Daily
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 4th, 2012
Today, I did two things that qualifies for my Good Deed Done Daily. The first was to re-certify with the BSA for Youth Protection. In an earlier post about YPT, I talked about it. Today, I needed to check and make sure that I was current. I have... [more]
Immensely proud moments
Posted to UK Chief Commissioner Blog on May 4th, 2012
Whilst the highlight of Wayne's week was undoubtedly the annual Windsor parade and service, before then he had a very full week with meetings, catching up with the website consultants and a full days meeting of the Operations Committee... [more]
Picture Thursday 03_05_11
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on May 3rd, 2012
I am not sure about where you are, but in my part of the country there is not a hosepipe ban yet. However the weather following the hosepipe ban is causing all sorts of havoc for my poor veg plot. Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Bernard Sterling Mason
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 3rd, 2012
Why? âin a world of matches? Ernest Thompson Seton answered well when a group of 'practical business men questioned his zest for the rubbing stick fire â said he, pointing to the ground, 'You are Read More →... [more]
Gear review: Best water bottle ever? Maybe, if stealth's not a priority
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 3rd, 2012
I've never written a gear review. Best leave that to the experts (like our gear guy Stephen Regenold), I say. But after using the Avex Wells AutoSpout water bottle for the past few weeks, I just had to tell you about it. Turns out, it's the best... [more]
Troop Program Features: Health Care Feature for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 3rd, 2012
The Boy Scout Roundtable Planning Guide suggests a Health Care troop program feature for Boy Scouts for June 2012. BSA provides the troop program feature guides as a resource for Boy Scout troops. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the... [more]
News about Scout Camp: The Klondike
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 3rd, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ââ¬â "New Feature Film Aims to Pay Tribute to Scout Leaders" Utah based filmmaker Garrett Batty has announced development of SCOUT CAMP: THE KLONDIKE, a feature film tribute to Scout Leaders. Principal photography is set... [more]
Scouting and Sports
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 2nd, 2012
This is a topic that comes up a lot, in any and every Unit. Sports and Scouting. Many Parents think that it cannot exist together. Practice and/or games are on Scout night or the Unit is off camping during a "BIG" game. I am in a Pack, so I am... [more]
Bryan on Scouting & A Thanks
Posted to The NetCommish on May 2nd, 2012
If you haven't visited Bryan on Scouting , you are missing out on some good articles. Bryan is a senior editor for Scouting Magazine and this is the official blog of Scouting Magazine. Today Bryan has an excellent article on How to request... [more]
A Strategy for Working Through Advancement
Posted to My Scout Stuff - A Scoutmaster's Blog on May 2nd, 2012
If I could suggest a strategy for working through advancement, this is what I think would be the best arrangement for an LDS scout. When a boy enters the program at age 11, he and his leaders should set the ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
How to request congratulatory letters for your Eagle Scout
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 2nd, 2012
Earning the Eagle Scout Award is something to write home about - literally. Politicians, astronauts, celebrities, and other recognizable figures have been sending hand-signed letters to new Eagle Scouts for, well, 100 years. The very first... [more]
Baloo's Bugle for May 2012
Posted to The NetCommish on May 2nd, 2012
Baloo's Bugle for May 2012 with June program information is now available for downloading. The core value is perseverance. http://usscouts.org/usscouts/bbugle2011-2012.asp... [more]
Bigfoot On Base
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on May 2nd, 2012
Bigfoot with Scouts at Minot Air Force Base! Stopping in at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, the Leave No Trace e-tour got to talk about the outdoors with families who have hiked and camped everywhere from Germany to Japan to Kyrgyzstan... [more]
Words of Wisdom Wednesday: Thrifty
Posted to Scouting News on May 2nd, 2012
"A Scout is Thrifty." Sir Robert Baden-Powell One of the most difficult things to do is to be thrifty. It is difficult to save up for something you want to have in the future. We tend to think about what we can get now. For example, remember... [more]
Words of Wisdom Wednesday: Thrifty
Posted to Scouting News on May 2nd, 2012
"A Scout is Thrifty." Sir Robert Baden-Powell One of the most difficult things to do is to be thrifty. It is difficult to save up for something you want to have in the future. We tend to think about what we can get now. For example, remember... [more]
Raising a Wild Child
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 2nd, 2012
There is a lot to be said about the tasks of simple problem-solving that just seem more pronounced in the wilderness. There is such value in it, in fact, that people are sending their "troubled Read More →... [more]
Reminder: Scout Shabbat commemorated at Aitz Chaim Services this Friday!
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 2nd, 2012
Reblogged from The Aitz Chaim Ram's Horn: Question: What is the only Jewish celebration that involves lighting campfires (bonfires) and shooting bows and arrows? Answer: Lag B'Omer! The holiday, a "break" in the solemnity involved in the... [more]
Staffing The Spiritual Side Of The Jamboree
Posted to Summit Blog on May 2nd, 2012
A Scout is reverent. It's how we end the Scout Law, and let's face it: After the adventure, fellowship, and connection with a beautiful place like the Summit, we're all going to want to spend some time in reflection. Worship services are an... [more]
The Fast Food Song
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 2nd, 2012
The Fast Food Song is fun for Scouts. It is an action song and would fit in well with a nutrition themed meeting. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
Next Steps
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on May 2nd, 2012
Now that my little 800-mile hike through Arizona is over, I get to move on to other things. I plan to take a couple weeks to mostly rest up and ensure my leg is ok - probably need to see a doctor about that when I get home. Here's my list of things... [more]
JOTT & Nature
Posted to Scouter Adam on May 2nd, 2012
Jamboree on the Trail is this May 12th. It's the day before Mother's Day. It is also an unofficial International Scouting event. As with all things Cool, it started up in Canada and progressed around the world. For the past several years I have... [more]
Randomnessâ¦
Posted to True North Scouting on May 1st, 2012
If you listen to the show or read the blog, you will know that I am not a deep thinker, I am more of an observationist. I see what is going on around me, but never have a whole lot of prophetic things to say. I shoot from the hip, off the... [more]
Check the BSA's tool-use policy before your next service project
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 1st, 2012
Hey, you with the post-hole digger! Let me see some ID! When it comes to service projects, nobody does it better - or safer - than the Boy Scouts. But before you gather equipment for your next Good Turn, ask yourself some questions: Can my 14- and... [more]
Enter to win a Buff in the Gotcha Covered Giveaway
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on May 1st, 2012
When our gear guru Stephen Regenold (founder of thegearjunkie.com ) selects items for Scouting magazine's "Great Gear" column, he uses two important criteria when making his final selections: style and function. Buff headwear- featured in our... [more]
What did you learn in Scouting?
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on May 1st, 2012
"It's a little hard to say exactly what I learned in Boy Scouts. Certainly, I learned camping skills that I have enjoyed using ever since: skills ranging from selecting a good campsite to making a Read More →... [more]
Duct Tape Crafts: Duct Tape Napkin Rings
Posted to Scouter Mom on May 1st, 2012
Scouts can never do too many duct tape crafts! I found these very cute duct tape napkin rings and the instructions. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]... [more]
True North Show 43
Posted to True North Scouting on May 1st, 2012
I am backââ¬Â¦ I hit "record" and finally got a show doneââ¬Â¦first time in a long time, and one of many more that I hope to get done in the upcoming weeks. Feedback is a gift, please send me gifts! Thanks for listening This show is brought to... [more]
Perseverance
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on May 1st, 2012
If you're a regular Cubcast listener (as you should be), you may remember Amy Von Culin from last year's segment on Compassion. This time, the five-year Cub Scout day camp and Webleos resident camp program director joins us for a delightful... [more]
All Markets Delivery Method-Year A
Posted to BSA CubCast Podcast on May 1st, 2012
Does this title pique your interest? Do you have any idea what it means? Well, Lee Shaw, senior business development specialist on the Community Alliances Team at the national office in Irving, Texas, will guide you through this relatively new... [more]
The Commonwealth comes to Gilwell
Posted to The Scout Association on May 1st, 2012
Reflecting on a successful weekend as the UK Scout Association hosts the Commonwealth Scout Forum... [more]
Don't be Fooled April did happen
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on April 30th, 2012
A look back on April for Jabbering All Day Long Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Ask the Expert: The BSA's 'active' requirement, revisited
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 30th, 2012
Can a unit set attendance requirements? Can Scouters mandate, for example, that Scouts show up for at least half of all meetings and outings? When I first received this question in 2009 , the answer was no. But that was back when Bryan on Scouting... [more]
Issue 306 â" April 30, 2012
Posted to Ask Andy on April 30th, 2012
Rule No. 72: ⢠The BSA trainer's motto: "Look Prepared." ________________________________________ Dear Andy, Some of the finest leaders in Scouting are female, and we want to find more! I'm a male District Commissioner; one of our district's best... [more]
Podcast 116 Fun? and Partials
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on April 30th, 2012
IN THIS PODCAST Fun and Partials LINKS IN THIS PODCAST Survey of Meeting and Outing Attendance KEEP IN TOUCH Contact Clarke Green Call and leave a voice mail comment or question at (484) 734-0002 Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Listen Read More... [more]
Open Places are Great Spaces
Posted to Leave No Trace Blog on April 30th, 2012
Little Missouri River in Theodore Roosevelt National Park The e-tour has made it to the Dakotas! Over the past 48 hours, we have traveled from Nebraska to South Dakota to the northern reaches of North Dakota, arriving in Minot today for a couple... [more]
Bryan on Scouting named best blog by Western Publishing Association
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on April 30th, 2012
Allow me to amend the Scout Law to add this: A Scout is Grateful. I'm grateful to the Western Publishing Association for naming Bryan on Scouting the Best Web Publication Blog/Trade & Consumer at its 61st Annual Maggie Awards last week. I'm... [more]
3 Ways To Ramp Up Your Patch Trading
Posted to Summit Blog on April 30th, 2012
The 2013 National Jamboree is all about action, right? Well, right, as long as "action" includes patch-trading action. Just like in past jamborees, and in addition to all the high-adventure activities that will be available to you, 2013 will... [more]
Do you look like a Scout troop?
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on April 30th, 2012
Every now and then, I have a chance to visit another troop, and when I do, I observe how they operate compared with other troops (and our own). I pay attention to who is leading ââ¬â the Scouts or the ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Scouting Catchup â" You might have been in a bubble for a week
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on April 30th, 2012
Did you miss what happened this week, here is a round up of some of the great media coverage that happened. Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Venturing Ranger Award Core Requirement – First Aid
Posted to Scouter Mom on April 30th, 2012
To earn the Venturing Ranger award, a young man or woman must complete eight core requirements and four electives. One core requirement is First Aid. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and... [more]
My Son, the Eagle Scout
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on April 30th, 2012
Tonight my son was presented his Eagle Scout Award. I can not express in words how very proud I am of him. Over the past 11 years him and I have been on a great adventure. At times the trail was rocky and hard to navigate. At other times the... [more]
Top achievers honoured by HM The Queen
Posted to The Scout Association on April 30th, 2012
Scouts meet HM The Queen and Chief Scout Bear Grylls during St George's Day National Queen's Scout celebrations at Windsor... [more]
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