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Painting Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in The Arts and CreativityOur local painters union does a skill center for the Painting merit badge every year. Boy Scouts learn all about the proper techniques for painting. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Science Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts Posted in Aims of ScoutingThis science program feature offers the opportunity to plan a month's worth of troop activities with a weather and energy theme. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Whoosh! – STEM Award for Boy Scouts (Engineering) Posted in Aims of ScoutingSTEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. . The engineering Nova STEM award for Boy Scouts is called Whoosh explores machines and motion. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
Genealogy Requirements and Non Traditional Families Posted in Aims of ScoutingHow do you do Cub Scout genealogy requirements when you have children from non-traditional families who may not know who their grandparents or even parents are? Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
BSA Bear Supplemental Den Meeting Plan H – Space Posted in Aims of ScoutingBSA provides Cub Scout Bear den meeting ideas for den leaders on the Scouting.org website. This plan covers part of Bear Elective 1 – Space. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in...
Journalism Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScholarshipThe Journalism merit badge provides Boy Scouts who like to write or report the news with a way to investigate the various aspects of the journalism profession. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
November Cub Scout Theme – Your Vote Counts (Citizenship) Posted in CitizenshipThis Cub Scout theme revolves around the ideas of citizenship, duties, and community service. Have a mock election in your pack. Find ideas here. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved...
Did You Ever Do a Den Meeting on Bullying? Posted in CharacterThis question was sent to me by reader Barbara: It has come to my knowledge that one of my boys (Webelos) is being bullied in school. Now, one of my new recruits is one of the bulliers.
Messengers of Peace Posted in CharacterService The Boy Scouts of America joined the Messengers of Peace initiative in 2012. This program encourages Scouts around the world to work for peace by being a positive force in their communities. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
Home Repairs Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in A Game with a PurposeIf you know a Boy Scout who likes to help out around the house, have him look at the requirements for the Home Repairs merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content…
Venturing Ranger Award Requirements Posted in AdvancementOutdoor RecreationThe Venturing Ranger requirements provide an opportunity for Venturers to explore a number of areas related to the outdoors. To earn the Venturing Ranger award, a young man or woman must complete eight core requirements...
Swing! – STEM Award for Cub Scouts (Engineering) Posted in ScienceSTEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. . The engineering Nova STEM award for Cub Scouts is called Swing explores levers Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Arrow of Light Requirements – Camping Posted in CampingOutdoor RecreationI received this question from a reader: Hello, Is camping over night with a boy scout troop, a "must" for Webelos for the Arrow of Light badge? If they just participate in Boy scout led activities during the day, is...
Genealogy Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in CultureScholarshipBoy Scouts who enjoy delving into their family history can earn the Genealogy merit badge. There is a local LDS church which holds a skill center for this badge every year. Some of our scouts have attended and it has sparked an...
Fish and Wildlife Management Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ConservationBoy Scouts who are interested in learning more about conservation and wildlife can earn the Fish and Wildlife Management merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Electronics Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScienceThe Electronics merit badge introduces Boy Scouts to the concepts and devices which make a lot of the technology they use possible. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Athletics Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessThe Boy Scout Planning Guide suggests a Athletics Troop Program Feature for October 2013. This athletics program feature offers the opportunity to plan a month's worth of troop activities with an athletics theme.
Disabilities Awareness Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in CharacterBoy Scouts can learn to understand and appreciate each individual's strengths and challenges while working on the Disabilities Awareness merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Dentistry Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScienceThe Dentistry merit badge encourages Boy Scouts to think about the many aspects of caring for their teeth. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Historic Trails Award Posted in CampingHikingThe Historic Trails Award recognizes Scouts who have incorporated some history into their hiking and camping experiences. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
Composite Materials Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScienceBoy Scouts can learn about composites and how they are incorporated into many of the things which make their lives easier when they work on the Compostite Materials merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
Canoeing Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessCanoeing merit badge is a favorite for our second year Boy Scouts at summer camp. Everyone likes to get out on the lake on a warm summer day. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Computers Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in Careers and VocationsScienceBoy Scouts learn about the development and practical application of computing devices while earning the Computers merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Chemistry Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScienceChemistry is called the central science because it connects physics with astronomy, geology and biology, and other sciences. Boy Scouts can learn about chemistry by earning the Chemistry merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for...
Pottery Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in Careers and VocationsHobbiesThe Arts and CreativityBoy Scouts learn about the craft and art of making useful and beautiful ceramic objects while earning the Pottery merit badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in...
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 in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
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 these boys interested?"
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.
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 resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Power Up – 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 for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
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 sports. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
BSA Arrow of Light Den Meeting Plan 7 – 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 adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
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 resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
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 [ This is a content summary only.
Venturing Ranger Award Elective – 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 skating. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and... [ This is a content summary only.
BSA Tiger Supplemental Den Meeting Plan M – Family Mobile Posted in CultureFamilyBSA provides a set of Tiger den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. There are 16 basic Tiger den meeting plans and then some additional supplemental Tiger den meeting ideas.
Water Sports Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessThe Water Sports merit badge focuses on water skiing. Boy Scouts will learn about safety and technique while working on this badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Summer Camp at Camp Gamble Posted in Aims of ScoutingIf you are looking for a summer camp for next year with plenty of activities for all of your Scouts, I highly recommend Camp Gamble. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Pack Meeting Ideas Posted in A Game with a PurposeIt's important not to keep repeating the same meetings with Cub Scouts over and over again. By the time they reach the end of their Cub Scouting career they will have been in your pack for over four years.
Bicycle Rodeo Applause Posted in A Game with a PurposeA reader asked "Do you any applause that would work for the Bike Rodeo?" so here are an applause, a cheer, and a song you can use at your bicycle rodeo.
Architecture Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in The Arts and CreativityArchitecture is both an art and a science. Boy Scouts who are interested in learning more about the design and creation of buildings can earn their Architecture merit badge.
BSA Wolf Supplemental Den Meeting Plan H – Even More Spare Time Fun Posted in Outdoor RecreationBSA provides Wolf den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. In this den meeting plan Wolf Cub Scouts build and fly kites. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in...
Venturing Ranger Award Elective – Watercraft Posted in Outdoor RecreationTo complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Watercraft, a Venturer must learn all about safely operating a watercraft. Then the Venturer must teach others about paddlecraft, board sailing, or sail boating...
Mile Swim BSA Posted in Aims of ScoutingThe Mile Swim is a tradition at most Boy Scout summer camps. It is a challenge for Scouts and those who complete it have a great sense of accomplishment. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Scouting [ This is a content summary only.
Orienteering Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in ScoutcraftOrienteering is a sport that requires navigational skills using a map and compass to navigate from point to point in unfamiliar terrain. Boy Scouts can learn all about orienteering when they earn their Orienteering merit badge.
Venturing Ranger Award Elective – Shooting Sports Posted in Outdoor RecreationTo complete the Venturing Ranger Award requirements for Shooting Sports, a Venturer must learn all shooting safely using air pistols or rifles, archery, muzzle loading rifles, pistols, shotguns or small-bore... [ This is a content summary only.
BSA Bear Supplemental Den Meeting Plan G – Nature Crafts Posted in HikingNature and the WorldCub Scout Bear den meeting plans are step by step guides to carrying out a den meeting. This Bear den meeting idea covers Bear Elective 12 – Nature Crafts Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for...
Scuba Diving Merit Badge for Boy Scouts Posted in FitnessThe Scuba Diving merit badge gives Boy Scouts the opportunity to learn all about scuba. Your local scuba shop might be a good resource. One in our area has chartered a Venture Crew with a scuba specialty.
Start Your Engines – STEM Award for Boy Scouts (Technology) Posted in ScienceThe technology Nova STEM award for Boy Scouts is called Start Your Engines and is designed to help you explore how technology affects your life each day. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth...
Wildlife Conservation Pin for Cub Scouts Posted in ConservationWorking on the Wildlife Conservation pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program helps Cub Scouts think about how they can protect wildlife habitats. By understanding what wildlife need to live, they can help with...
