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3 entries from official and volunteer blogs posted the week of September 21st, 2026.
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Retention-Ready: Here's the Cub Scout retention checklist every leader needs
If you ask Cub Scouts why they're in Scouting, the answers will sound a lot like this: "It's fun." "My friends are here." "I like (a specific activity)." These responses make the job of a Scouting America leader straightforward, says Dan Ayers,...
Aaron on Scouting Magazine September 18th, 2026
Preparing your Scout for that first hike
After 12 summers at Philmont Scout Ranch, Austin St. George can spot an experienced hiker seconds into the trek. Footwear is a clue, and gear offers a glimpse into a Scout's previous conquests. But most of all, St. George says great hikers pay...
Aaron on Scouting Magazine September 15th, 2026
Wildland Fire Management merit badge digital resource guide is available and timely
At the 2026 National Jamboree, Scouting America launched the Wildland Fire Management merit badge. Its release could not have been timelier. According to statistics from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) , more than 8.4 million acres have...
Aaron on Scouting Magazine September 14th, 2026
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