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Keystones of a Scout: The 10 Virtues that Make a Scout | Honor
Posted to Scouting Rediscovered on July 30th, 2013
[Note: This is a long post. But I believe it is perhaps one of the most important that I have written on this blog. Please read it when you have the time to read the whole thing through and think about it. If you have any thoughts on this in... [more]
May-June 2013 'Where Am I?' winner and location revealed
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 30th, 2013
Nothing beats a day on the water - in my opinion, at least. Especially when you're aboard a sailboat exploring new-to-you waters. The secret location in the May-June 2013 "Where Am I?" contest is a popular boating destination that I'm itching to... [more]
Mike Rowe at the National Jamboree â" Work Smart and Hard
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 30th, 2013
Mike Rowe at the National Jamboree telling scouts to "work smart and hard" encouraging something I have been trying to tell Scouts headed to college for years ââ¬â find something you love and don't ignore the idea of working with your hands as a... [more]
Jamboree Collections
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on July 30th, 2013
The 2013 National Jamboree is officially over. The new Summit high adventure base has completed its first real test at handling large groups of Boy Scouts, leaders, and staff. It will be interesting during the next several weeks to see what the... [more]
My top 10 jamboree memories
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 29th, 2013
After 10 phenomenal days at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree earlier this month, I have just one regret: I couldn't see it all. I never rolled by the skate park or BMX track, didn't take a dip in the Pools, and bailed on whitewater rafting... [more]
Committee chair timeline: August
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on July 29th, 2013
August is almost here. Summer is flying by, fall is in sight, and with it, a ramp-up in Scouting activity. Here are some things the committee chair needs to be on top of as we get busier: Many troops (packs ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Cub Scouts: Getting Parents Involved
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 29th, 2013
Recently, one of our readers asked for suggestions on how to get Cub Scout parents more involved in helping. That is something that many packs struggle with. How do we get parents to help out so that the burden isn't all on the den leaders or... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 180 â" The Boy from Aarhus
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 28th, 2013
For this edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast I am away at summer camp so we'll share a rebroadcast of the story ââ¬ËThe Boy from Aarhus' ââ¬â I'll be back next week! Scoutmaster Podcast 180 ââ¬â The Boy from Aarhus... [more]
First Campout
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on July 27th, 2013
We're on Troop 911's first campout. Just testing my remote blogging while dodging mosquitos and raindrops... [more]
Cub Scout Uniform Patch Placement â" Temporary Patches
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 26th, 2013
Cub Scouts love patches! And there are many opportunities to earn them. When our Cubs participate in activities such as the annual popcorn sale, the Memorial Day flag placement or the Scouting for Food drive, they get a new patch. Scouting... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #20
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 26th, 2013
Did You Know........ In 2012 Scouting was voted the UK's most inspirational and practical charity. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop 1316/Troop 0669... [more]
Andy's Scouting Laws
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 26th, 2013
Scouting laws, like the laws of physics and those recorded by Murphy, reflect the way things are rather than the way we wish they were. Andy is a Unit Commissioner who answers Scouting questions though his online column, Ask Andy with a pithy,... [more]
Deliberate Enthusiasm
Posted to Scouting Rediscovered on July 26th, 2013
Day before camp: "Isn't it tomorrow yet?!?" 1st day of camp: "Awesome! Sweet! This place rocks!" 2nd day of camp: "Who's turn was it to do dishes?" 3rd day of camp: "Isn't it time to go home now?" Yep! It a pattern that happens all too often, even... [more]
Pioneering poles around the world
Posted to Ropes and Poles on July 26th, 2013
Scouting has spread around the world (at last count, every country in the world except for 6 had active Scouts), and pioneering has spread with it, from forests to jungles to polar regions to open grasslands. This map summarises the timber Scouts... [more]
Scouting for Boys - Now for iPad and coffee table
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 25th, 2013
The book that began it all...as you've never seen it... [more]
That gut feeling
Posted to True North Scouting on July 25th, 2013
I have been a Scout leader going on 10 years. I have experienced some super highs and super lows. Fortunately, when I have gotten super low, there has been someone that is even lower than me, and trying to help them get up, brings me up. One thing... [more]
Read this letter from a mom about her son's jamboree experience
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 25th, 2013
Consider it the ultimate leap of faith. Over the past three years, the Boy Scouts of America asked tens of thousands of Scouts, Venturers, Scouters and parents to trust the organization's vision to reshape the national jamboree. Not only was the... [more]
Jamboree Closing Show Highlights
Posted to Summit Blog on July 25th, 2013
On Saturday, 40,000 Scouts, Venturers, volunteers, and staff from across the United States and the world gathered for the closing show of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit. Best-selling rock band 3 Doors Down, "Dirty Jobs" host Mike... [more]
Chow Time: Food At The 2013 Jamboree [Gallery]
Posted to Summit Blog on July 25th, 2013
Food is key to any active lifestyle. With all the high adventure and walking at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, getting enough to eat was critical to having fun. Here's a glimpse into how Scouts and Venturers managed to stay fueled up at the 2013... [more]
Finance Impact e-Letter: AFP Fundraising Course Scheduled in Northeast
Posted to Scout Wire on July 25th, 2013
Click to open the August 1 issue The August 1 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue, Development and Corporate Alliances announces their upcoming AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising... [more]
Oaths, Creeds and Codes
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 25th, 2013
A couple of our scouts last year went to their Eagle Board of Review and were asked if they could recite the Outdoor Code. They couldn't. At first I was kind of perplexed on why it was even brought up, but when I reread the Scout Handbook, I... [more]
Camp Stoves
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on July 25th, 2013
The founding scouts of Troop 911 learned about camp stove safety and operation at their troop meeting this week. There were demonstrations of gas stoves like the one in the picture, smaller backpacking stoves with the same mechanics, canister... [more]
Backpacking Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 25th, 2013
Backpacking Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessHikingIf your Boy Scout troop is planning some backpacking outings, check out the requirements for the Backpacking merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved... [more]
How to Avoid Wilderness Rescue
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 25th, 2013
I am sure that the wilderness rescue volunteers and professionals in Ontario are the nicest people you could ever meet, but I'd like to avoid them. Well, at least in their capacity as SAR (search and rescue) folks. Here's a recent article from... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #19
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 25th, 2013
Did You Know........ Singer and DJ Jarvis Cocker donated the platinum disc for Pulp's biggest ever album, Different Class, to his old Scout Group in Sheffield. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" CONSOL Energy Bridge
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 25th, 2013
This final day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you direct from the summit's CONSOL Energy Wing Tip Bridge. This uniquely designed 786-foot-long, 100-foot-tall structure serves as the main route from two of the campsite villages to the... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Days 9 & 10
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 24th, 2013
A look back at the last two days of a really spectacular gathering of Scouts and Scouters from all across our own great nation and many others. OA members perform a Native American grass dance at the Indian Village on the Garden Ground Mountain... [more]
Jamboree closing show now yours to watch online
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 24th, 2013
Rousing music performances, impassioned speeches, bright young Scouts, the King of Sweden and the guy from Dirty Jobs - Saturday's "Celebration of Scouting" show had everything you crave from a jamboree show and more. If you weren't one of the... [more]
One extreme or the other: Jamboree Scouts find a moment of peace
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 24th, 2013
At breakfast one morning early in the jamboree, staffer John Norkus was feeling a little left out as Scouters went around the table describing their jamboree jobs. "We were feeling kind of puny around extreme BMX, extreme mountain biking, extreme... [more]
Cub Scout Volunteer Appreciation Tokens
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 24th, 2013
A couple of years ago, I made these Cub Scout magnets to recognize the volunteers at our Cub Scout day camp. It was quick and easy to make over 50 of these. I love to shop at our Goodwill Outlet Store (yes, a Goodwill outlet!), and at some point... [more]
An Approved Scout Fundraising Project
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 24th, 2013
A Scout Fundraising Project will help our Scouts get to Kandersteg International Scout Center in Switzerland next summer. We discussed lots of different ideas, did a bit of research and settled on selling coffee. We contacted a local coffee... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #18
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 24th, 2013
Did You Know........ The first World Scout Jamboree in 1920 was attended by 8 thousand Scouts from 34 countries as well as an alligator from Florida, a baby crocodile from Jamaica, a lioness cub from Rhodesia (AKA Zimbabwe), monkeys from South... [more]
Shocking!
Posted to Scouter Adam on July 23rd, 2013
I love Thunder and Lightening Storms! Usually I am in a Cabin in the Beartooth Mountains with a fire going. Usually someplace safe. The photo is from the Harlowtown, MT area of my home state. I remember when I was young and foolish running... [more]
Scouts Should Eat Bear Meat?
Posted to Scouting Rediscovered on July 23rd, 2013
ââ¬Å How about making HIKING your hike objective this month? In other words ââ¬â have a hike for the sake of hiking! It's about time for all of us to rediscover hiking. It is one of the best exercises known. It strengthens the lungs and... [more]
Using resources responsibly
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 23rd, 2013
BSA has gone from green to "deep green." We've been a leader in conservation for more than a century. Our LEAVE NO TRACE ® philosophy has been followed by generations of Scouts as we camp, hike or conduct other activities with a potential for... [more]
Lightweight and Ultralight Backpacking Explained
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 23rd, 2013
It's a little difficult to get ultralight backpacking explained in a simple, straightforward way. Thankfully there is no International Convention of Backpacking Standards and Terminology. We are left to our own devices to individually define... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #17
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 23rd, 2013
Did You Know........ Each day 100 thousand people in the UK take part in Scouting activities............more than the capacity of Wembley Stadium. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service... [more]
Back In The Saddle
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on July 23rd, 2013
Shortly after becoming a 21 year old scoutmaster in 1981 I began attending the monthly district roundtable meetings, and learned quite a bit about how to be a good adult Scout leader. It did not take long for the commissioner to recognize my... [more]
Airborne Day At The Jamboree
Posted to Summit Blog on July 23rd, 2013
Friday was Airborne Day at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. The airborne group of the armed forces is an elite assembly of warriors who are trained in advanced techniques of parachuting. These soldiers can be dropped anywhere, including behind... [more]
The Trax And The Park: BMX And Skating At The Jamboree [Video]
Posted to Summit Blog on July 23rd, 2013
Pretty sweet, right? Scouts from first timers to veterans are all over the BMX and skate courses at the Summit and having a blast. If you didn't get your fill of skating and BMX during jamboree, check out 2014 programs at the Paul R. Christen High... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Day 8 favorites
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 22nd, 2013
A spectacular fireworks show wrapped up a day of church, games, and fellowship yesterday. A glorious sunset on a great weekend of fun, fellowship and Scouting. This is the view from Basecamp Foxtrot. Nate Feldman, 17, from Old Bridge, New Jersey,... [more]
At action archery, a friendly rivalry forms
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 22nd, 2013
While waiting in line for action archery this afternoon at the Bows, I met Matt, a Scout from Troop A210 in Georgia. He challenged me to a friendly competition to see who could hit the higher number of targets at this difficult but exciting... [more]
Tell us your views
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 22nd, 2013
We're introducing an annual survey to give members the chance to express their views. We're keen to hear about your Scouting... [more]
Jamboree shooting sports staff is right on the mark
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 22nd, 2013
K. Stevens's Venturing crew out of Denver has a very narrow aim. In her crew, it's all shooting, all the time. "That's all they want to do," she said. "We have boys who are older and able to do so many things [outside of Scouting]. We do what it... [more]
Merit Badge Thoughts
Posted to Scoutmaster Musings on July 22nd, 2013
I I expect if you are viewing this blog of mine you're involved in the Scouting world online and are already aware of Scoutmaster Clarke Green's blog. (That's him in the pic) He posts much more than I do - both quantitatively and qualitatively... [more]
Big bang theory: Expert reveals 2 key elements of world-class fireworks shows
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 22nd, 2013
Zambelli Fireworks launched more than two tons of explosives during Sunday's show , but a truly amazing fireworks display takes more than just sheer volume. Today I met Damian Dicola, production manager with Zambelli and the man who has the dream... [more]
Multi-sensory show blows all other fireworks displays out of the water
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 22nd, 2013
After rain caused Saturday night's fireworks display to be canceled, Scouts and Scouters had been intentionally kept in the dark about when - or whether - the show would be rescheduled. And then: boom! Zambelli Fireworks and jamboree leaders lit up... [more]
Webelos Craftsman Project: Nuts & Bolts Chess Set
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 22nd, 2013
When I first saw this chess set made from nuts and bolts online, I thought it was the coolest thing ever! I knew I wanted to use it as a Webelos Craftsman project to fulfill the non-wood useful items requirement. The problem was that the sets got... [more]
The 2013 Guide to Advancement, part 2
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on July 22nd, 2013
In last week's article, we listed some of the changes incorporated in the 2013 Guide to Advancement, the current revision to the comprehensive 2011 edition. Many policies have been tweaked and clarified, and since most of us have become familiar... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #16
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 22nd, 2013
Did You Know........ Liam Payne from world-dominating boyband One Direction is a former Scout, as is "reem" ankle watch-wearing TOWIE star Joey Essex . Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" Brownsea Island Experience
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 22nd, 2013
This day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you from the Summit's very own Brownsea Island Experience. This modern-day reenactment serves as a tribute to the first ever Scout campout organized in 1907 by Scouting's founder, Baden Powell... [more]
The Order at the 2013 National Jamboree
Posted to Order of the Arrow Youtube Videos on July 22nd, 2013
This video, produced for the National Leadership Gathering at the 2013 jamboree, highlights some of what the OA staff have been up to at the Summit Bechtel... [more]
UK Scouts help prepare new Prince for the outdoors
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 21st, 2013
To celebrate the royal arrival Scouts have sent a suitably practical and outdoorsy gift to the happy couple: a baby carrier... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Days 6 & 7 favorites
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 21st, 2013
Directing the Jamboree Band in a John Phillips Sousa march. A great moment. BSA's National President, Wayne Perry, greets King Carl Gustav of Sweden, the head of the International Scouting Movement. Eagle Scout Mike Rowe speaks to the crowd during... [more]
Beach balls, and perhaps a world record, fall at jamboree
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 21st, 2013
It's not a party until someone brings out a beach ball. Thousands of Scouts, Scouters and Venturers assembled in a light drizzle Sunday to attempt to set the Guinness World Record for "most people keeping beach balls in the air." The current record... [more]
Video: Eagle Scout Mike Rowe tells Scouts to work smart AND hard
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 21st, 2013
Eagle Scout Mike Rowe once got the worst advice he's ever heard. A teacher, Mr. Dunbar, told him to "work smart, not hard." Ever heard that advice from a boss or teacher? At Saturday afternoon's stadium show, Rowe rewrote Mr. Dunbar's bad advice,... [more]
At jamboree worship services, Scouts keep the faith during rainstorm
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 21st, 2013
Faith is a powerful thing. Heavy rain soaked each of the three largest worship services this morning at the 2013 National Jamboree, but that didn't stop Scouts and Scouters from gathering to pray together. The LDS, Protestant and Catholic services... [more]
Power struggle: Scouts, Scouters take different approaches to charging devices
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 21st, 2013
At the jamboree, no power outlet remains empty for long. Everywhere you look - using official AT&T charging stations, orange Summit Bechtel Reserve power arrays ( not to be used when raining ), outlets inside and outside of shower houses, and... [more]
Watch the full jamboree opening show online
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 21st, 2013
Missed Tuesday morning's "Welcome to West Virginia" opening show because you were, oh, I don't know, busy at your day job? Relive the nearly two-hour show from your computer, tablet or smartphone right now at jambolive.org . Rock out with the West... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" Totem Pole Patch Set!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 21st, 2013
This day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you direct from the ClassB booths in Summit Center, the heart of all the Jamboree excitement! We are honored to have the opportunity to exhibit and to set up some super fun booths. One includes... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #15
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 21st, 2013
Did You Know........ Gilwell Park, the scouts' UK Headquarters is home to part of the old London Bridge designed in the 19th Century by John Rennie. The rest is in Arizona. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Day five favorites
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 20th, 2013
Nick Vernon, 17, Life Scout, slides in the mud as Nick Davis, 13, Life Scout, looks on during a brief rain storm that hit the 2013 National Scout Jamboree on July 18, 2013. They are both from Great Salt Lake Council D110. Scouts are able to go on... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" Sustainability Treehouse
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 20th, 2013
This day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you direct from the Summit's Sustainability Treehouse, located near Action Point. This structure was built to demonstrate The Summit Pledge program's commitment to sustainable practices. This... [more]
At the jamboree, I run into my blog's biggest fan
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 20th, 2013
It's not every day you see a stranger holding a sign with your name on it. In fact, I can say it's never happened to me - until today. Strolling near the AT&T Summit Stadium this afternoon, I happened across Hunter, a Scout from C346 out of... [more]
How I would Change Eagle Required Merit Badges
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 20th, 2013
Reading the requirements for sustainability merit badge got me to thinking about merit badges as tools to achieve the aims of Scouting in general and Eagle required merit badges in particular. Faithful readers will understand that I like to think... [more]
Take note of time change for tonight's stadium show, how to watch live online
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 20th, 2013
With severe weather forecasted for tonight, the jamboree's closing stadium show will take place several hours earlier. As first reported in this Jamboree Today story , the show will begin with a preshow at 3 p.m. Eastern and continue with the main... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #14
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 20th, 2013
Did You Know........ Scouts were the original Olympic Games Makers. During the 1948 "Austerity" Olympics in London, Scouts were described as "The Oil within the Wheels of the Olympic Games Organization".........performing tasks like serving tea,... [more]
Jamboree jazz band plays the lights out in Charleston
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 20th, 2013
When people think of Scouts doing service, they usually picture Scouts holding hammers and shovels, not trombones and trumpets. George Pinchock wants to change that. The band director for the 2013 National Jamboree Jazz Band brought his 57-member... [more]
What Scouting is Not
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 19th, 2013
What Scouting is Not Experience in different fields shows that there are certain shoals to be avoided in launching Scouting, lest it get stranded in commercialism or diverted into dead-end channels that never lead to the open sea. Here, then,... [more]
Changes to Eagle Required Merit Badges
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 19th, 2013
Before long (January 1, 2014) the list of Eagle required merit badges will change slightly with the addition of cooking as a required merit badge and the new sustainability merit badge as an alternative to environmental science. Here's an overview... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Favorites from day four
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 19th, 2013
Scouts install part of a new boardwalk at Wolf Creek Park in Fayetteville, West Virginia during a Day of Service at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree After conquering a class 2 rapid on the New River, Venture Scouts load their raft back onto the... [more]
Jamboree Participants learn the power of the postâ¦
Posted to ScoutStuff Blog on July 19th, 2013
It's no surprise that Jambo '13 attendees have a lot to share. Waking up to world-class adventure every day, they're hot to share every thrilling moment. So whether they're postin' pics, tweeting, texting, or eblasting⦠they've discovered the value... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #13
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 19th, 2013
Did You Know........ The only five countries in the world that do not have scouting........China, Cuba, Laos, North Korea, and Andorra. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West... [more]
Flashback: Tekes Esh - Pioneered Fire Sculptures
Posted to Ropes and Poles on July 19th, 2013
' Fire Writing ' is an Israeli Scouting tradition for special occasions. Details, with instructions and drawings, are available in this post ... [more]
How To See The Big Stadium Show
Posted to Summit Blog on July 19th, 2013
You're going to like this. It's super simple. There are two ways to see the big show at the AT&T Summit Stadium. 1. Go to the Summit. Anyone can go. Seriously. Learn more about how you can visit the Summit here . 2. Watch the live feed at... [more]
UK Headquarters membership subscription
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 18th, 2013
Update on 2014 fee and future... [more]
Trust us, we're Scouts
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 18th, 2013
The Scout Association has been ranked one of the most trusted institutions in the... [more]
New patch-trading app, official seal answer question: 'Is it authentic?'
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 18th, 2013
"No, dude, I swear," a Scout said. "There were only 500 of these patches ever made." I heard similar claims all throughout the patch trading bazaar that has cropped up under the overhangs at the still-to-be-completed Scott Visitor Center at the... [more]
Following The Jamboree On Social
Posted to Summit Blog on July 18th, 2013
There are tons of ways to keep up with all the action on various social media channels. From images to articles to video, it's almost as awesome as being there. Almost. Without further adieu, here they are: Official BSA Twitter Feeds The Cub Scouts... [more]
Jamboree Scouts show off their prized patch possessions
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 18th, 2013
Like the dinner menu, a Scout's favorite patch changes daily at the jamboree. But this afternoon, I walked around asking Scouts to show off what they consider their coolest patch - for today, at least. These were mainly national jamboree patches,... [more]
Adventure And Riches At The Jamboree
Posted to Summit Blog on July 18th, 2013
As I drove to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree on Sunday, I went from the mountains of New York to the farmland of Pennsylvania before I came upon something special: the hills of West Virginia. There are hills all around the nation, but some are... [more]
Stand-up Scouters: Teaching paddleboarding, enjoying every minute
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 18th, 2013
Stand-up paddleboarding is so new that when most of the instructors arrived during staff week, none had set foot on a paddleboard. Not that you could tell this morning when I visited the area staffed by a knowledgeable, passionate, hilarious group... [more]
A real race car: Scouts build it, Scott Lagasse Jr. drives it
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 18th, 2013
Now this is what I call hands-on fun. Right this second up in the Cloud area at the 2013 National Jamboree, Scouts are building a real race car, rivet by rivet, for Team SLR (Scott Lagasse Racing), the folks behind the BSA No. 8 race car in the... [more]
Ask for Authority â" Take Responsibility
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 18th, 2013
Frustration in organizations begins with someone saying "If I only had the authority to I'd ââ¬Â¦ (fill in the blank)". When someone says this one of two things are happening ; they are either expressing a strong propensity for leadership,... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" Totem Pole Patch Set!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 18th, 2013
This day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you direct from the ClassB booths in Summit Center, the heart of all the Jamboree excitement! We are honored to have the opportunity to exhibit and to set up some super fun booths. One includes... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #12
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 18th, 2013
Did You Know........ To mark the Centenary of Scouting in 2007, Scouts planted half a million trees across the UK. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop... [more]
Scouts go ga-ga for the Israeli version of dodgeball
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 17th, 2013
Here's one for the "unexpected jamboree moments" file. Yesterday, I happened upon the scene shown in these photos. As the attached sign informed me, it's ga-ga , an Israeli version of dodgeball played in a octagonal pen. Participants try to hit... [more]
Tell us about your Scout Community Week
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 17th, 2013
Tell us your thoughts on how to make future Scout Community Weeks even more... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Day three
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 17th, 2013
Cameron Johns, 14, of Grand Canyon Council Troop D239 climbs up the Challenge course Enjoying the water on standup paddle boards. A scout showing tremendous skill and determination on the Water Reality Obstacle Course. Callie Copeland, 15, of East... [more]
Venturers from Hawaii, Colo. complete day of service with a smile
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 17th, 2013
Creating and maintaining the Summit Bechtel Reserve brought jobs and money to West Virginia, a state ranked 47th in per-capita personal income last year. But now that the Summit is built, that positive impact on the community will only continue to... [more]
Money for Eagle projects: Lowe's grant program back for 2013-2014
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 17th, 2013
Eagle Scout projects make a visible difference in the community , but they aren't cheap to complete. So that's why Lowe's, the home-improvement giant with more than 1,700 stores, has teamed up with the BSA and local Scout councils to give selected... [more]
Patrol Z: Jamboree In Pictures II
Posted to Summit Blog on July 17th, 2013
From the opening flag ceremony to climbing to zip lines, there's so much to see at the Summit this jamboree. Patrol Z is on the ground, immersed in the full-on jamboree experience and documenting it all through the lens. Look for more Patrol... [more]
Free Cub Scout Scrapbook Resources
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 17th, 2013
Last week, I told you about some great Cub Scout scrapbook products that I had found. Today, I want to share some information and ideas that I discovered while researching Cub Scout scrapbook ideas. Resources: Although it's old, Scouting Magazine... [more]
Facing and Overcoming Challenges
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 17th, 2013
When we talk about " Prepared. For Life. ⢠" in Scouting, that's what we teach. We provide the skills necessary to help America's young people meet the challenges of today's society, and then use those skills to mentor others behind them from... [more]
Summer Camp Solar Homing Beacon
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 17th, 2013
Here's a clever idea from Camp Wanderer that combines a canning jar and the top section of a solar re-charged garden light to create a lighted container for things like matches at camp. While I am at summer camp I'll have a jar sitting on my... [more]
Putting a hurt on thirst at the Jamboree
Posted to ScoutStuff Blog on July 17th, 2013
Before Scouts can drink in every ounce of summer adventure, they have to put a hurt on thirst. It's West Virginia and we're having a HEAT WAVE. It seems that Jamboree is issuing a Be Prepared challenge to all its participantsââ¬Â¦ in the forms of... [more]
Patrol Z: Jamboree In Pictures
Posted to Summit Blog on July 17th, 2013
Check out the gallery above. The jamboree at the Summit is all about scale. From the smallest detail to the pageantry of the AT&T Summit Stadium, this place is amazing. Remember to check back throughout the jamboree for more images from Patrol... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #11
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 17th, 2013
Did You Know........ There's a Scouting poster in both the EastEnders and Coronation Street Cafes. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop 1316/Troop 0669... [more]
98 Years of Cheerful Service and counting!
Posted to Order of the Arrow Youtube Videos on July 16th, 2013
Founded on July 16, 1915, the Order of the Arrow has served for nearly a century as an organization of brotherhood, cheerfulness, and service. In 2015, we will celebrate our centennial; however, for now, let us commemorate ninety-eight years as a... [more]
Scouts Speak Up training for young people
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 16th, 2013
Do you know an Explorer Scout who is keen to promote Scouting and learn more about the media? The Scouts Speak Up course trains Explorer Scouts to be confident... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Day two
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 16th, 2013
Gill Clay, Baden Powell's granddaughter salutes during the pledge of allegiance with members of Chief Seattle Council Troop D108. Speaking to the sea of Scouts at this morning's Opening Stadium Show. Scout salute during the opening ceremonies... [more]
Instagram Digest
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on July 16th, 2013
A collection of Kiff's Instagram Photos for you to enjoy TTFN Kiff ©ChrisMeadows2013 Hello Reader ââ¬â Are you new to Jabbering All Day Long can I suggest that you check out our Starter for Ten Page which will hopefully give you a guide as you... [more]
At the K2BSA tent, I go fox hunting with Scouts from N.C.
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 16th, 2013
The beeping on Bram's handheld radio intensified, and then: "I'm getting something!" Like a trio of bloodhounds, three Scouts from Troop A120 out of Durham, N.C., were off to follow the digital scent. Eight minutes later, they found their prize: a... [more]
Scouts get a first look at Mining in Society merit badge, coming 2014
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 16th, 2013
If the packed tent is any early indication, Mining in Society merit badge will be a hit when it debuts in February 2014. Scouts attending the 2013 National Jamboree got a sneak peek at the new elective merit badge, set to be released at the Society... [more]
Association with Adults â" A Method of Scouting
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 16th, 2013
Clarke, I would like to hear your thoughts regarding association with adults as a Scouting method, and how Baden Powell's own statements are applied in the context of the Patrol method. I think some leaders have a hard time striking the right... [more]
Scouts, Venturers complete the Summit jamboree puzzle
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 16th, 2013
"Think of the Summit as a puzzle," said BSA Chief Scout Executive Wayne Brock. "But the final piece was not in place until yesterday. That piece was the Scouts and Venturers of the Boy Scouts of America." The Summit has been a complicated puzzle... [more]
Jamboree stadium show production team praises BSA volunteers
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 16th, 2013
Jim Thweatt has been at the helm of some big productions, including the 125th Anniversary celebration of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, presidential inaugural balls, and the tours of Elton John, James Taylor and Journey. He's even done large, elaborate... [more]
2013 National Jamboree â" QBSA Radio
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 16th, 2013
Our first day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you from the Jamboree's very own radio station, QBSA Radio. The guys behind The Eagle's Voice have been "blastin' stuff atcha" nonstop since Friday to bring you coverage of the big event... [more]
Did You Know" TSA Edition #10
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 16th, 2013
Did You Know........ In January 2012, Scout Bryony Balen became the youngest ever Briton to ski to the South Pole at 21. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Day one
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 15th, 2013
Members of the scout staff make their way up the hill behind the staff mess hall Monday morning. Beautiful sunrise. The first Scouts to arrive at the Summit. Tico and I shaking hands with our National Venturing President and National OA Chief. A... [more]
Explorer Club Buzz 2
Posted to BSA Internal Communications Youtube Videos on July 15th, 2013
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National Scout Jamboree: Going big and getting wild
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 15th, 2013
More intense! Big and wild! These are words that we've been sharing for months â yes, even years â about how we'd like to deliver a quality Scouting experience at the 2013 National Jamboree . And now, it's here. Hello again, everyone! We are... [more]
The first Venturers arrive at the jamboree, don't miss a beat
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
Early this morning, I watched history be made. For the first time ever, Venturers joined the jamboree fun. As buses streamed in, green-shirted young men and women hauled off their gear and made the uphill hike toward Basecamp Foxtrot. Identifying... [more]
From Jamboree Troop D424, a lesson in efficient campsite setup
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
"OK, Spartan patrol and Unicorn patrol: You guys start setting up tents," says Chris Schwartz, senior patrol leader of jamboree Troop D424 out of the West Tennessee Area Council. "Phoenix patrol and Cougars: cots and kitchen stuff," he continues... [more]
BSA Chief conducts the Jamboree Band
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
Forty-one years after he was a high school band director, Wayne Brock hasn't lost his touch. Late this morning, the Boy Scouts of America's Chief Scout Executive took over and led the band in a couple of tunes, including the classic "Stars and... [more]
Mountain biking added as an option in Cycling merit badge
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
Do your Scouts prefer their bike tires fat instead of thin? Then I've got good news. Beginning today, Cycling merit badge now includes a mountain biking option. That means Scouts can choose between road cycling or mountain biking when earning the... [more]
Programming merit badge requirements released
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
Much of Baden-Powell's vision for Scouting still holds true today. But put this one in the category of something B-P never could have predicted. Today the Boy Scouts of America releases Programming merit badge , an elective badge that challenges... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 179 â" Email Questions
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 15th, 2013
This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features email answers about getting started as a Scoutmaster, Ist class requirement 3, and uniform choices. All this and you messages in the mailbag. Edge of the Firelight by Gordon Bain Scoutmaster Podcast... [more]
Cub Scout Patch Placement
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 15th, 2013
Cub Scout patch placement can be very confusing. Updated for the 2015 Cub Scout program, find out where to put all those patches. The post Cub Scout Patch Placement appeared first on Cub Scout Ideas ... [more]
Sustainability merit badge requirements released
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 15th, 2013
Ready ââ¬Â¦ set ââ¬Â¦ go green! The long-awaited requirements for the Boy Scouts of America's Sustainability merit badge have been released. The badge joins the Eagle-required list as an option to Environmental Science merit badge . Scouts... [more]
The 2013 Guide to Advancement
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on July 15th, 2013
The long-awaited 2013 revision to the standard reference text for Scouting's advancement programs has been released, leaving a somewhat bewildering series of changes and clarifications in its wake. The 2011 document did a great job of consolidating,... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #9
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 15th, 2013
Did You Know........ In the past one hundred years, over half a billion men and women have taken the Scout Promise. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop... [more]
Addition by Subtraction
Posted to True North Scouting on July 15th, 2013
A Scout and Troop 1363 parted company a couple weeks ago. Why did the Scout leave? The reason that he left really isn't what I am writing about. I don't want to go into the issues that led to this Scout leaving. But in the overall sense, why does a... [more]
24-hour party people
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 14th, 2013
Nearly 4,000 Explorer Scouts and Senior Section Guides took on the Gilwell 24 challenge and enjoyed a sun-drenched weekend of... [more]
Parent-son (and now parent-daughter) jamboree experiences are tough to beat
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 14th, 2013
I've never had a jamboree experience without my dad, and I couldn't be happier about that. My dad, Don, and I attended or served on staff together at the 1997, 2001, 2005 and 2010 jamborees. And as you can see in the photo above taken backstage at... [more]
One day before the start, the Summit overflows with potential energy
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 14th, 2013
The 2013 National Jamboree is a sprinter on the starting blocks, muscles flexed, brimming with the potential energy of things to come. Can you feel it? Tomorrow morning, the first buses arrive onsite, and that potential energy becomes kinetic... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Only hours to go
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 14th, 2013
I've been truly blessed to meet so many great people over these past few days and see such tireless hard work go into preparing what will be our finest Jamboree yet. Below are some of my favorite snapshots from Saturday. Come back tomorrow for a... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #8
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 14th, 2013
Did You Know........ Roller Stones rocker Keith Richards credits Scouts with nurturing his music career. "I got to be Patrol Leader within six weeks.............I just shot to the top. Once I had a bunch of guys together, it doesn't matter if it... [more]
2013 National Scout Jamboree | OA Staff Show Video
Posted to Order of the Arrow Youtube Videos on July 14th, 2013
This narrative collage was shown to all OA staff members at the 2013 jamboree, reminding them of their purpose and commitment to serve all the... [more]
Bannock
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 13th, 2013
ââ¬ËBannock" is a name for quick flat bread that originated in Scotland and was adopted by most Native Americans, voyagers, mountain men and pioneers. With a minimum of fuss and bit of practice anyone can bake a bannock loaf in a frying pan or... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: Two days to go!
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 13th, 2013
We're still a couple of days away from the 2013 National Scout Jamboree but the fun is already starting. Here are some of my favorite shots from Friday. All photos courtesy of BSA Flickr . Much more to come as we get closer to July 15! Wayne... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #7
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 13th, 2013
Did You Know........ Baden=Powell's Scouting for Boys has sold 150 million copies since 1908, making it the fourth best book of all time after The Bible, The Koran and Chairman Mao's Little Red Book. Source:... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots: The wait is almost over
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 12th, 2013
Images courtesy of Boy Scouts of America Flickr More to come! Wayne... [more]
Cub Scout Gathering Activity: The Smile Game
Posted to Cub Scout Ideas on July 12th, 2013
Enjoy the smile game as a fun Cub Scout Gathering activity! The post Cub Scout Gathering Activity: The Smile Game appeared first on Cub Scout Ideas ... [more]
Ten More Tips for Camping in the Rain
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 12th, 2013
If you are headed out into the wild and run into a real gully washing, frog-strangling rainstorm here's ten more tips for camping in the rain that should help you get through the storm in style (the first ten tips are here .) 1. Poncho on a stick... [more]
New Membership Impact Webinars Available
Posted to Scout Wire on July 12th, 2013
The Membership Impact Department is pleased to announce the development of two new pre-recorded webinars to assist regional and area volunteers in supporting councils in the area of membership growth. Council Membership Plan Implementation Webinar... [more]
Losing Interest in Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 12th, 2013
Losing Interest in Boy Scouts Posted in Aims of ScoutingRecruitingA reader asks "The fun is gone. I know Boy Scouts is different than Cubs, but is it supposed to be no fun? Is there a suggestion I can take to the Scoutmaster that might help him keep... [more]
How Scouting innovation is playing well in Peoria
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 12th, 2013
Hello again! I really have to hand it to the W.D. Boyce Council in Peoria, IL. They sure know how to stir up interest in raising money! I just watched a YouTube video produced with these Peoria Scouts trying to raise money for a new shower house... [more]
ClassB to exhibit at the 2013 National Jamboree
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on July 12th, 2013
T-minus three days and countingââ¬Â¦ Time to Go Big. Get Wild. And ClassB will be there when it happens! After a much anticipated wait, the 2013 National Scout Jamboree is almost here! In less than a week, Scouters from all over the country will... [more]
How To Keep Up With Patrol Z During The 2013 Jamboree
Posted to Summit Blog on July 12th, 2013
With the jamboree coming right around the corner, we at Patrol Z can't wait to start covering all of the excitement! Here is how you can make sure you don't miss a minute of it: 1. Stay tuned right here at the Summit Blog. If you want to see all... [more]
Do it Different â" Off to Camp
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on July 12th, 2013
Off to Camp - Well would you do it different? What problems you have noticed or what you would have told Calvin to do differently. The post Do it Different ââ¬â Off to Camp appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long . Related posts: Do it... [more]
Do it Different
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on July 12th, 2013
Ever heard someone tell a story and think to yourself that is not how I would do it, I would do it different. Here is your chance The post Do it Different appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long . Related posts: If your Knees aren't Green #iScout... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #6
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 12th, 2013
Did You Know........ Scout Groups in Merseyside hold the current world record for the longest handshake chain. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop... [more]
Abseiling platform - pioneered deck on a crane
Posted to Ropes and Poles on July 12th, 2013
Disclaimer: work at heights is dangerous. This activity was supervised by an IWH certified professional from SA Rope Access . All relevant safety procedures including fall protection plans should be followed for activities involving high structures... [more]
Training Times: Summer Issue Highlights YPT, Rayado, NAYLE at Sea Base
Posted to Scout Wire on July 12th, 2013
The summer edition of Training Times has been published and is available online (and as a downloadable PDF ). In this issue, you can read more about staying current on your Youth Protection Training, proposed updates to the Venturing program, the... [more]
Great food at the Jamboree
Posted to ScoutStuff Blog on July 11th, 2013
If this is Wednesday, it must be "Jambo-Laya" Night! Attention Jamboree 2013 Participants! We know you're going to be pushin' it , draining this historic event of every last drop of adventure, so we plan to provide the fuel to keep you going all... [more]
Five big takeaways from today's release of the 2013 Guide to Advancement
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 11th, 2013
Here's one for your browser's bookmarks bar: The newest edition of the Boy Scouts of America Guide to Advancement released today. The PDF version contains answers to pretty much any advancement question that might come up, and it's essential... [more]
'That's Mr. West to you, mister': Are your Scouts on a first-name basis with leaders?
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 11th, 2013
If BSA founder James E. West were around today, how would your Scouts address him? Mr. West? James? Mr. James? Jimmy E.? The way Scouts and Venturers address leaders was on the mind of Scouter Terry (or is it Mr. Scouter Terry?) yesterday when he... [more]
Jamboree Snapshots
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 11th, 2013
Good morning! I'll be posting some of my favorite snapshots from the official Boy Scouts of America Flickr page leading up to and through the Jamboree. Scouts and volunteers are on the ground now preparing for what will be a great event that... [more]
New Merit Badges Available at Jamboree!
Posted to Scout Wire on July 11th, 2013
Two new merit badges-and a long-anticipated update to an existing badge-will be available beginning July 15 at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree and online: Cycling update with mountain biking option Sustainability Programming More information will... [more]
The Edge of the Firelight â" Campfire Stories
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 11th, 2013
Wisconsin Scoutmaster Gordon Bain authored this collection of eleven campfire stories for his Scouts. Imagine hunkering around the fire and hearing a very credible account of someone you know, or a place you have been. Just enough factual... [more]
Follow along as we cover the jamboree from a Scouter's perspective
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 11th, 2013
Even if you're not among the fortunate few attending, staffing, or visiting the jamboree next week, you can still play along at home. Scouting magazine will cover the jamboree from a Scouter's perspective, sharing news about programs; requirements... [more]
Aviation Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 11th, 2013
Aviation Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScienceBoy Scouts learn all about the history and science of flight when they earn their Aviation merit badge. There is an annual skill center for this badge in our council at a local airport. Boy Scouts... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #5
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 11th, 2013
Did You Know........ 31 million people are active in Scouting across the world........that's equal to the population of Peru. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout... [more]
Finance Impact e-Letter: Register for the BSA National Foundation's Major Gift Seminar
Posted to Scout Wire on July 11th, 2013
Click to open the July 15 issue The July 15 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue, readers can learn about two opportunities to attend the BSA National Foundation's major gift... [more]
Shoot! Program Ideas
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 11th, 2013
Our troop elections were last week and PLC was last night with the new cadre. Our calendar is pretty set with themes and campouts, so the new leadership is pretty informed and prepared. Our next 3 months' theme is shooting, ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading... [more]
New Regional Commissioner for East Midlands
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 10th, 2013
We are delighted to announce that Ben Crabb has been appointed as East Midlands Regional Commissioner from October... [more]
Win tickets to Go Local
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 10th, 2013
The Scout Association has been given a limited number of free tickets to Go Local on Friday 19 July 2013 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park,... [more]
Share Your Love For Scouting With a Video, Win an iPad Mini!
Posted to Scout Wire on July 10th, 2013
Produce the next official recruiting video for Scouting, and get a chance to win one of three iPad minis! Three grand prize winners (one in each category: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturing) will each receive an Apple iPad mini with a 16GB hard... [more]
Jamboree Staff Positions Still Open
Posted to Summit Blog on July 10th, 2013
If you're hoping to register as staff for this year's jamboree, time is running out! With just one week to go until the jamboree, there are still departments with openings for staff. This is a great opportunity to partake in the first jamboree to... [more]
National Scout Jamboree: Creating new traditions with a series of firsts
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 10th, 2013
Hello again! As we count down the final days and hours to the opening of our 2013 National Scout Jamboree , I got to thinking about how we are breaking ground on many new traditions for our Scouts to carry on for future generations. One tradition... [more]
Aquatics Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 10th, 2013
Aquatics Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts Posted in Fitness This aquatics program feature offers the opportunity to learn more about swimming and boating. Your PLC can plan a month of activities around this theme. Copyright Scouter Mom - A... [more]
How fast are the cellular data and Wi-Fi speeds at the Summit?
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 10th, 2013
Everything's bigger and better at the 2013 jamboree, even the Wi-Fi and cellular networks. Early reports from staff members on the ground indicate impressive data speeds, legitimizing all that talk about this being the most-connected jamboree ever... [more]
Did You know: TSA Edition #4
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 10th, 2013
Did You Know........ During World War II over 50 thousand Scouts trained to undertake National War Service jobs including acting as Police Messengers, Firemen, and Stretcher bearers. Source:... [more]
Summit Core Values: High Adventure Is About More Than Just Adrenaline
Posted to Summit Blog on July 10th, 2013
Without an underlying system of core values, the Paul A. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit is just another camp to do fun stuff. Really, really fun stuff. As the new 2014 high adventure programs at the Summit take shape, you might... [more]
These 20 easy-to-memorize Scout mnemonics could save a life
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on July 10th, 2013
Reblogged from Bryan on Scouting: In a life-threatening situation outdoors, a Scout's skills are only as good as his memory. That's why mnemonic devices - popular for schoolchildren memorizing the order of the planets, the metric system, or the... [more]
Find Out What's on Wayne's Mind at New 'Chief's Corner' Blog
Posted to Scout Wire on July 10th, 2013
Chief Scout Executive Wayne Brock has launched the "Chief's Corner" blog ( www.bsachief.com ) to discuss his thoughts on a range of issues important to the Scouting movement-from the upcoming jamboree, to service to the community, to what the... [more]
Push and Pull
Posted to The Scoutmaster Minute on July 10th, 2013
There are many styles of leadership. There are those that insist that leaders must lead from the front. There are is the camp that won't have those they lead do anything that they would not themselves do. There are screamers, directors,... [more]
An Alternative to the BSA
Posted to Adventures and Accidents on July 10th, 2013
I just saw a news story about a faith-based group that has formed an alternative organization to the BSA. To quote from the article: A faith-based group opposed to the Boy Scouts recent decision to allow gay youth to join has formed their own... [more]
Scouting's got talent
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 9th, 2013
Grab the mic and practice those show-stopping tunes - The Bright Sparks Project is coming to a Scout event near... [more]
Incident Reporting Is Crucial to Running Safe Camps
Posted to Scout Wire on July 9th, 2013
The summer camp season is upon us, so it's an important time to remember how important incident reporting is to the organization. As our Key 3 has stated in the BSA Commitment to Safety, it is a good time to: Communicate the importance of incident... [more]
Power Up – STEM Award for Venturers (Technology)
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 9th, 2013
Power Up ââ¬â STEM Award for Venturers (Technology) Posted in ScienceSTEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The technology Nova award (STEM award) for Venturers is called Power Up. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource... [more]
These 20 easy-to-memorize Scout mnemonics could save a life
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 9th, 2013
In a life-threatening situation outdoors, a Scout's skills are only as good as his memory. That's why mnemonic devices - popular for schoolchildren memorizing the order of the planets, the metric system, or the colors of the rainbow - are... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #3
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 9th, 2013
Did You Know........ David Bowie's first public musical performance was at a Scout Camp on the Isle of Wright in 1958. David accompanied his friend George Underwood while George played washboard bass and sang . Source:... [more]
Summit 2014 Programs Sneak Peek: Helmets & Harnesses
Posted to Summit Blog on July 9th, 2013
Grab your climbing gear and head to the Summit to spend seven days on the No. 1 ranked zip and challenge course facilities in the United States with the Helmets and Harnesses program at the Summit , one of six programs offered next summer from... [more]
Learn More About Scouting-Age Kids in the YouthBeat 2012 Report
Posted to Scout Wire on July 9th, 2013
C+R Research provides youth-market research for a variety of businesses and organizations, including the BSA. Learn more about the attitudes, behaviors, beliefs, and values of youth today in this review of the YouthBeat 2012 report . Significant... [more]
Melrose Scout Productions Podcast #132: Marry The Princess (2000)
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on July 9th, 2013
We all have our favorite campfire skits. Sometimes they are short ones and other times they are a bit on the long side. They usually make us chuckle or laugh out loud. If they are really a good one, it will be one we want to be a part of when it is... [more]
Bring the family to Philmont Training Center in 2014
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 8th, 2013
Forget everything you think you know about conferences. Forget the long lines at the buffet, the windowless meeting rooms at hotels, the boring PowerPoints, and the awkward social gatherings. Conferences at the Philmont Training Center ,... [more]
The advancement treadmill
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on July 8th, 2013
Of all the attributes we associate with Scouting, certainly the uniform is the most directly visible, but the advancement program is certainly the most palpable (and visible when the insignia of recognition appear on the uniform). Scouting is... [more]
Venturing Quest Award
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 8th, 2013
Venturing Quest Award Posted in FitnessVenturing is all about letting teens explore what interests them and achieving the aims of Scouting at the same time. The Quest award provides recognition for Venturers who pursue an interest in... [more]
National Scout Jamboree: A rich history
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 8th, 2013
Hello everyone! We are just days away now from the start of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at our new Jamboree home, The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in the beautiful New River Gorge region of West Virginia. While this is a... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #2
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 8th, 2013
Did You Know........ Herge's legendary character Tintin is based on a Scout. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop 1316/Troop 0669 Council Aquatics/Outdoor... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 178 â" Page Nine
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 8th, 2013
This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features a discussion of what all Scoutmasters should be trained to do from someone who ought to know exactly what that is. All this and you messages in the mailbag. Mike Malone's book Four Percent Win... [more]
Scouting Radio Coverage of the Jamborees
Posted to The NetCommish on July 8th, 2013
Thought I would pass on an email that was forwarded to me about Scouting Radio's coverage of ten Jamborees in July at http://scoutingradio.com . Dear Scouting Radio Listener, July is just around the corner and it is the month of Jamboree, Jamboree,... [more]
Summer Camp and Growing Up
Posted to A Scoutmaster's Blog on July 7th, 2013
I saw it many times during my 30 years as a scoutmaster. That first year at a week long summer camp causes some boys to grow up a bit, sometimes more than a bit. It is their first time away from home, parents, and family for that long of a period... [more]
Scout Camp â" For Better or For Worse
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 7th, 2013
For Better or For Worse Comic Strip, July 06, 2013 on GoComics.com . Scout Camp ââ¬â For Better or For Worse... [more]
Did You Know: TSA Edition #1
Posted to Scouting Maniac on July 7th, 2013
Did You Know........ David Bowie's first performance happened at Scouts. Source: http://scouts.org.uk/news/2013/06/30-amazing-facts-about-scouts/ Yours in Scouting Service Mark West Eagle Scout ASM Troop 1316/Troop 0669 Council Aquatics/Outdoor... [more]
Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 6th, 2013
Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe is a perfect game for a rainy day under the tarp, or an evening lazing around camp. All you need is a clear patch of dirt and a stick, or a paper and pencil. As you may have discovered yourself, tic-tac-toe is terminally dull... [more]
30 amazing facts
Posted to Jabbering All Day Long on July 6th, 2013
Did you know that David Bowie's first public performance happened at Scouts? The Scout Association have published a list of 30 amazing scouting facts. The post 30 amazing facts appeared first on Jabbering All Day Long . Related posts: King of... [more]
Issue 359 â" July 5, 2013
Posted to Ask Andy on July 5th, 2013
________________________________________ If you're going to be at the NATIONAL JAMBOREE, stop by the NESA exhibit tent at the Summit Center's Legacy Village. I'll be there on Monday or Tuesday, July 22-23, for short talks and some quality Q&A... [more]
Monkeying Around
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 5th, 2013
Just a quick post touting one of the best canoe / kayak day trips I've been on. For a shakedown trip for our Suwannee River adventure, the Venture Patrol spent the day on the Silver River. As the Silver River ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
BSA Arrow of Light Den Meeting Plan 7 – Readyman
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 5th, 2013
BSA Arrow of Light Den Meeting Plan 7 ââ¬â Readyman Posted in Be PreparedThis Webelos den meeting idea from the Arrow of Light series of Webelos den meeting plans covers part of Readyman Activity Badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for... [more]
Thoughts at the Texas A&M Bonfire Memorial
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 5th, 2013
A few weeks ago, my wife Ernestine and I visited the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, where my granddaughter plans to attend college in the fall of 2014. It is also the home of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library,... [more]
Bunny Park tensegrity cube
Posted to Ropes and Poles on July 5th, 2013
This structure is based on the 6 strut tensegrity icosahedron , and is a relative of the tensegrity gateway I posted here before. A few tips: - All ropes should be anchored as close to the end of the struts as possible. If you're using bamboo or... [more]
How to Make a Fire in the Rain
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 4th, 2013
Click the image to see full sized Any good outdoorsman knows how to make a fire in the rain. Once you've mastered the skill of building fires when the weather is dry you'll want to hone your skills for starting a fire when the weather goes bad. The... [more]
Train 'Em, Trust 'Em, Let'Em Leadâ¦part II
Posted to True North Scouting on July 4th, 2013
I wanted to do a follow-up to a blog post that I wrote in January about our TLT. It's about time for another TLT session, because we hold them within a month after each troop election. It helps to refresh the Scouts who were on the last PLC, and... [more]
Lazy Scout's High Adventure
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 4th, 2013
So last month 5 Venture Patrol Scouts and 3 adults from our troop went on a 50 miler. It was our first time trying our own long-term canoe / kayak trip and from the outset we were cautious not to ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
The Scout Law on Independence Day
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 4th, 2013
click the image to see full-sized On Independence Day we celebrate; We celebrate the trust our nation's first leaders invested in one another. We celebrate loyalty they mutually pledged: their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor. We... [more]
Happy Fourth Of July From The Summit
Posted to Summit Blog on July 4th, 2013
We just celebrated 150 years of statehood in West Virginia on June 20 and today-the fourth of July-we celebrate the nation's 237th birthday. As we prepare for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree , we invite you to spend the day in the company of... [more]
Zombie Makeup
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 3rd, 2013
Just wanted to do a quick post to display the transformation of Scout to Zombie (click images to go to the albums): Here's Josh, he was the first to be made up: Here's Joey, they put an effect ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Backpacking Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 3rd, 2013
Backpacking Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessHikingOutdoor RecreationA backpacking programs feature offers the opportunity to learn the skills to successfully plan and carry out a backpacking trip. Copyright Scouter Mom - A... [more]
Go Fourth⦠and Make a Difference!
Posted to ScoutStuff Blog on July 3rd, 2013
You don't have to wander far down Scouting's path before you realize you're onto something big. And its inspiration takes as many forms as there are Scouts. Here, during Fourth of July week, when patriotism is at a premium and blasts of American... [more]
Celebrate America through service
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 3rd, 2013
Hello again! I hope many of you are lining up special plans for celebrating our nation's independence this week. I love this country. It has always been an honor for me to have the chance to thank our terrific women and men of the military for... [more]
Zombie Movie
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 3rd, 2013
Our May Campout was supposed to be this final conclusion to our Zombie theme that we had running through the year so far. In January we had a Geocaching type campout where they had to find Z0M-B formula in the ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
Keep the Promise of Scouting
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 3rd, 2013
What, precisely, is the promise of Scouting? No one would know better than William Hillcourt: Your Life as a Scout You are an American boy. Before long you will be an American man. It is important to America and to yourself that you become a... [more]
2014 Programs Sneak Peek: Wheels
Posted to Summit Blog on July 3rd, 2013
Transform wheeled mobility into an art form with Wheels , one of four high adventure programs offered at the Summit in 2014. Check out the video above for a taste. Wheels is a smorgasbord of, well, wheels. Seriously. You'll feast on a mountain... [more]
A Visit with Green Bar Bill
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 2nd, 2013
A fascinating artifact found at Win Davis's website In April of 1987, Bill Hillcourt came to Central Florida. He visited for an evening with Scouts and leaders from Boy Scout Troop 46 in Longwood. What he had to say is pretty interesting. The Boy... [more]
Aquatics Supervision
Posted to An Hour a Week... left over after Scouting on July 2nd, 2013
When I went to Summer Camp this year at LaNoChe, I took part in one of their Scouter education programs and recertified in Aquatics Supervision: Swimming & Water Rescue and Paddle Craft Safety. I have held both of those certifications ââ¬Â¦... [more]
The BSA's Chief Scout Executive is now blogging, tweeting
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 2nd, 2013
As the Boy Scouts of America's 12th Chief Scout Executive , Wayne Brock continues a solemn tradition that dates back to November 1911 when James E. West became the first Chief. But let's remember July 2013 as the moment when Chief Brock started a... [more]
Wood Carving Merit Badge for Boy Scouts
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 2nd, 2013
Wood Carving Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScoutcraftBoy Scouts can learn about wood carving techniques and safety while working on the Wood Carving merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [... [more]
Packing For Jamboree, Venturing Style
Posted to Summit Blog on July 2nd, 2013
Hey fellow Scouts! With Jamboree just around the corner, I am sure you all are getting anxious to start packing. I know I am! We covered packing when the jamboree duffel was unveiled, but it's always good to refresh. To help you out, here is a... [more]
Cycling for Scouting
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 1st, 2013
Hampshire Scouts' Ambassador and adventurer, James Ketchell, has set off on an epic global cycle journey to raise awareness about... [more]
Celebrating London Pride
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on July 1st, 2013
Volunteers gathered to celebrate the diversity of Scouting at London Community Pride on... [more]
Enter daily to win KIND Energy Snack Bars
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 1st, 2013
Early spring, a complimentary box of KIND Energy Snack Bars arrived at the Scouting magazine offices. The sweet, savory, and spicy snack bars quickly disappeared. (Mmm. We take product testing very seriously.) The KIND bars make a great afternoon... [more]
Summer Camp Packing List 2013
Posted to A Day In The Life... John's Notes on July 1st, 2013
Well, it's that time of year again. I've just returned from another wonderful week at Camp Friedlander. As a result of another week visit, we had to take a hard look at what not only my own boys packed (I took three boys with me), and what to tell... [more]
Venturing Ranger Award Elective – Winter Sports
Posted to Scouter Mom on July 1st, 2013
Venturing Ranger Award Elective ââ¬â Winter Sports Posted in FitnessOutdoor RecreationTo complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Winter Sports, a Venturer must learn all about skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, or ice... [more]
Scouting's best moments are still ahead
Posted to Chief's Corner on July 1st, 2013
Welcome to Chief's Corner! I'm Wayne Brock, Chief Scout Executive for the Boy Scouts of America, and I'm really looking forward to this cyber-exchange of ideas. I've found that social media is a great tool for reaching out to folks who want to... [more]
Scoutmaster Podcast 177
Posted to Scoutmaster Clarke Green on July 1st, 2013
the This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features a discussion of the Main Aim and email answers about who appoints some youth positions, who signs requirements and a youth protection question. All this and you messages in the mailbag... [more]
When you care enough to send your jamboree Scouts a treat â¦
Posted to Aaron on Scouting Magazine on July 1st, 2013
No offense, moms and dads, but I may have found something that bests the letter from home. Send a JAMBOX to your Scouts attending the 2013 National Scout Jamboree later this month. The $20 care package includes candy, cookies, trail mix, glow... [more]
Stop telling and start guiding
Posted to Bobwhite's Blather on July 1st, 2013
As adults, we sometimes feel the need to improve the flow in our troops. When this happens, it's all too easy to tell our Scouts what to do. Have you ever directed the setup of a weekend campout, or stepped ââ¬Â¦ Continue reading ââ â... [more]
June 2013 Customer Photos!
Posted to Official ClassB Blog on June 30th, 2013
A cheerful hello to our WONDERFUL customers and Happy Summer to you all! Now that the warm weather is here to stay, it looks like more of you will be immersing yourselves in the great outdoors to experience new and exciting things. We know many of... [more]
One hundred years of adventure
Posted to ScoutBaseUK on June 30th, 2013
Youlbury Scout Activity Centre celebrates its... [more]
Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on June 30th, 2013
Camping with those that have some sort of food allergy is really no big deal provided you know that the offending food item triggers an allergic response. For me it's mustard and mustard products and the solution is simple: Don't bring anything... [more]
Once a Scout, Always a Scout
Posted to Commissioner Keith Comments on June 30th, 2013
I am back in the scouting program once again and as the saying goes, "Once a Scout, always a Scout." Truth be told, I never really left the program but took some time to shed a few roles as a volunteer. I am now associated with Boy Scout Troop 1233... [more]
75 Years of Adventure at Philmont Scout Ranch - 1938-2013
Posted to Philmont Scout Ranch Youtube Videos on June 30th, 2013
Happy 75th Anniversary Philmont! In honor of Philmont's Anniversary this video was created to reflect back on the development and continuation of Philmont's... [more]
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