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Youth delegates present the BSA's annual Report to the Nation, highlighting the 2008 achievements of the BSA's values-based program.
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Jurassic Pack, Special Needs Scouts (opens in a new tab)
Experience the Jurassic period with your Cub Scouts on this month's Cubcast! Hear how to make the theme for April come alive for your boys. And we'll talk about how to work with special needs Scouts, with valuable insights regardless of whether you have any special needs youth in your den.
OA Releases Operation Update 09-2 (opens in a new tab)
The National Order of the Arrow Committee has released Operation Update 09-2 (40 Kbyte PDF file, 3 pages). Topics of the Operation Update Include: - Membership Reinstatement Policy - 2009 National Quality Lodge Reminders - Quality Lodge Pins - Fillable Forms - Clarification of the Lodge Voting Policies - Lodge Resource Materials - E.
Scout Trivia: General Trivia (opens in a new tab)
It is that time once again. A new month begins so it is time for another ten questions from the Scout Mania trivia book. The theme this month is "General Trivia". Keep in mind, these questions are based on the 1984 Boy Scouts of America Scout Handbook, not the current handbook.
Powder Horn Training (opens in a new tab)
I have wanted to do this for a few years now. Myself and a few other leaders or "adrenaline junkies" will be training three weekends in March, April, and May at CIMA, Strake and Hammond. The training is high adventure training which will benefit the Troop and Crew.
Religious medals
-1 Vote On Idea The Scout oath and law taken by all Boy Scouts include a promise to be reverent and to do duty to God. If we insist on Boy Scouts believe in a god, then why are religious medals still only optional?
Wood Badge thoughts (opens in a new tab)
Yesterday I attended the new Nationally required Trainers EDGE course. It is a requirement for all Scouters that wish to Staff for Wood Badge. It was just what I needed to get my Scouting Batteries charged and pumped to take another path on Scouting's amazing trail.
February 2009 Scouting News Recap (opens in a new tab)
This is a recap of February 2009 on Scouting News… Top Stories This Month This list is based on traffic as reported by Google Analytics. I suppose it is not a true image of the "top stories" since it gives preference to stories that have been online longer, however it is a nice snapshot.
Klondike Derby (opens in a new tab)
Wel, this weekend was the Klondike Derby at Pipsico Scout Reservation in Surrey County. Our arrival was in the hours of darkness, and after checking in and being assigned a site, we quickly set up camp. The weather was almost balmy.
No show tonight
I'm not happy right now. Trying to do a show would not be fun or interesting for you guys. See you next week.
Arrowmen in Action (opens in a new tab)
Here is the second installment of Arrowmen in Action. Arrowmen In Action: Serving the People of a State This semester, as many Arrowmen are taking their seats in the schoolhouse, Jeff St. Cyr will be taking his seat in the state house.
District Freezere (opens in a new tab)
This year the Soldotna LDS Troop hosted the Tustumena District Great Alaska Council Freezeere. This event was not as could as it could have been when comparing it to cold alaska temperatures but it was cold enough to warrant standard winter camping procedures.
$103 March Contest (opens in a new tab)
AJ from Alabama and Lisa from South Carolina have claimed their prizes and a new contest for March is under way. There's $103 in prizes available, contributed by Firepistons.com , ClassB.com , and BoyScoutTrail.com . You could win a $28 Fire Piston kit, $50 product coupon, or $25 Scout Shop gift card.
Top 10 February 2009 Posts (opens in a new tab)
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts for February 2009 (other than those solely about monthly theme items): 2009 Blue & Gold Emblem 2008-2009 Program Helps Blue and Gold in One Hour? 2008 Scout Sunday Patch Flying Colors Party Supplies 2009 Scout Sunday Emblem Trail's End Carmel Corn Recall New Centennial Uniform Webelos Activity Badge…
Lost Generation (opens in a new tab)
I try not to repost many things but this was very good. I viewed this in the Leave No Trace blog. It is an advertisement from AARP on prespective. Lost Generation - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42E2fAWM6rA Leave No Trace Blog - http://leavenotracecommunity.blogspot.com
Get paid to paddle and camp in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness! (opens in a new tab)
Get paid this summer to paddle and camp in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness! Northern Tier National High Adventure of the Boy Scouts of America is located just outside of Ely, MN. We offer 6-10 day wilderness canoe trips for youth and their adult leaders.
Online Support Center/List of Incidents
3 Vote On Idea Would it be possible to set up the Online Support Center so that we can see all submitted incidents with their resolution and not just incidents which have not been closed? Comments (1) Category/Tags : Technology (110) Mark as duplicate
Hey Mom, Scout Camps are Haunted!!! (opens in a new tab)
Did I get your attention? In all of the years of scouting, that I have been a part of, I found that the scout camps that I once went to are haunted. Sure, we had our ghost stories but this is much different.
Where to go camping guide
4 Vote On Idea I am the new staff advisor for the Order of the Arrow and I thought of this idea. What if we were to create a national online "Where to go camping guide." It could be such that a person could click on a particular state and see the different camping facilities…
Accepting Disabilities (opens in a new tab)
As I work in a school for children with special needs, I guess I am slightly more aware than most, about people with special needs, whether they are learning or physical disabilities. I’ve written about this before ( here and here ) and I am quite confident that if anyone with special needs came to join my…
Friends
I recently listened to a podcast about a guy that thru hiked the Continental Divide Trail as a Yo Yo.. that is when you complete the hike, then turn around and do it again, returning to where you began, in one trip.
World Premiere of 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem
In January we introduced readers to a new documentary film that was in production, titled 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem. In a followup interview with the co-directors , Joshua (from BoyandGirlScouts.com ) tried to learn more about a possible release date, but it was left at Spring of 2009.
Leave Nothing But Footprints - Official Theme Description (opens in a new tab)
The May 2009 Cub Scout Monthly Theme is " Leave Nothing But Footprints ." Here is the official BSA theme description: "Warm weather is a perfect time for outdoor adventure, complete with den hikes in the neighborhood, park, or on local trails.
Add Unit Commissioner to Unit Rosters
5 Vote On Idea The Scoutnet-populated Unit Roster should be changed to include the Unit Commissioner. If there is not a Unit Commissioner, a field saying "No Commissioner" or something similar should be in place. --- Every year local councils are required to prepare a unit roster that includes members and adult leaders after rechartering or…
Buckeye April '09 Packet (Jurassic Pack) (opens in a new tab)
Simon Kenton Council's Buckeye District roundtable packet for April 2009 ( Jurassic Pack ) is now available on the SKC website. The Buckeye District puts together a great roundtable packet each month. It has games, cooking ideas, crafts, songs, skits, ceremonies, and more. Link (pdf) Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Jurassic Pack
Philmont Grace
I visited Philmont Scout Ranch for the first time in 1984 when I attended the Training Center for a scoutmaster fundamentals course. I quickly became familiar with a prayer known as the Philmont Grace, and have used it during the following five backpacking treks to Philmont and many troop outings.
Quote of the Week- Confidence (opens in a new tab)
Confidence...thrives on honesty, on honor, on the sacredness of obligations, on faithful protection and on unselfish performance. Without them it cannot live." -Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945), 32nd U.S. president Yours in Scouting Service Mark W Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 1616 Great Alaska COuncil Eagle Scout OA Brotherhood Member NSJ '05 WSJ '07 Philmont AA '08
Humanitarian Car Race with Scouts (opens in a new tab)
Two Scout Leaders take part in the 4L Trophy Bastien (22 years old) and Mélanie (24 years old) are brother and sister. She likes thrills and travels, he likes mechanics and music. They are both Scout Leaders of the French Scouts and Guides Association (SGDF) in Sallanches (France).
Chief Scout Executive Speaks About the Hispanic Initiative
The Chief Scout Executive, Robert J. Mazzuca, appeared on NBC Nightly News to talk about the new Hispanic initiative. Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News , World News , and News about the Economy
How much can you get on the plate
The Full Plate" always the go to analogy when talking about how busy our lives are. We hear the excuses, or the justifications for a life filled with activity, work, and chores that preclude us from participating in one thing or another.
March 2009 (When I Grow Up) Program Helps (opens in a new tab)
The March 2009 ( When I Grow Up ) Program Helps pages from BSA National are now available (free) for download. Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities and more for pack meetings and activities and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear den meetings.
Charter Certificates and Quality status
5 Vote On Idea Wouldn't it be nice if the Charter Certificates also indicated that this unit is a Centennial Quality Unit? Comments (0) Category/Tags : Applications & Registration (32) Mark as duplicate
Centennial Charter Certificates
4 Vote On Idea For 2010 - will there be a special issue Centennial Charter Certificate for units? Comments (0) Category/Tags : 100th Anniversary (23) Mark as duplicate
BSA Forms National Development Office
The Boy Scouts of America announces the formation of its first development office at its Irving headquarters. The National Development Office will expand fundraising efforts by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with corporate, foundation, alumni, and individual prospects and donors.
Scouting Heritage Merit Badge
Have you heard about the Scouting Heritage Merit Badge yet? No? Well, that is probably because there is no such merit badge... yet. On the BSA Innovation Engine (found at http://ideas.scouting.org/ ) there are a lot of ideas thrown around for new merit badges.
Webelos to Scout Transition Part 5 (opens in a new tab)
Hello fellow Scouters, This is part 5 in a series I've written on Webelos to Scout transition. This time I'm going to look at the players involved. I've seen a lot of talk on the various discussion groups over who is ultimately in charge of getting Webelos to join Boy Scout troops.
Jeff Gordon to Receive Boy Scouting's Silver Buffalo
Champion race car driver Jeff Gordon has been selected to receive Boy Scouts of America's (BSA) highest honor for his efforts in Scouting's national recruiting program as well as his personal humanitarian work. The commendation, known as the Silver Buffalo award, will be presented at the annual Boy Scout Leadership Dinner at the Charlotte Convention…
Joint Unit Scout Outings (opens in a new tab)
Most people probably do not think too often about conducting outings with multiple units outside of district events because the majority of units out there are big enough to support their outings but for troops in semi-rural to rural areas joint outings are sometimes the only way to accomplish really exciting and different outings.
Communication (opens in a new tab)
After sending a load of emails of to various people in my Group and the District I thought how much easier it is to communicate today. I can email any documents to my Leaders that they may need in a fraction of a second.
Enhance person merge, database cleanup
0 Vote On Idea I print the duplicate member listing every year that we have had Scout Net. I run person merge every year also for the duplicate members. In the begining this was a summer project. It has turned into a project for immediatly after recharter and has worked out well.
Merit badge counselors
1 Vote On Idea Most adult unit volunteers are also merit badge counselors. It would be helpfull if a check box on the adult registratioin form was available for Merit Badge Counserlors to check off. It would save time, even if additional paperwork was required. Comments (0) Category/Tags : Applications & Registration (32) Mark as duplicate
Arrowmen In Action: Serving the People of a State
Back in February we pointed out a great feature in the NOAC Update Newsletter , called "Arrowmen in Action". The first Arrowmen featured was involved with building houses in Mexico , the latest in the series highlights an Arrowmen who serves in the New Hampshire House of Representatives.
Online BSA Training (opens in a new tab)
At MyScouting.org you can now take Climb On Safely and Trek Safely online. These are in addition to Weather Hazards, Youth Protection, Safe Swim Defense, and Safety Afloat. In case you didn't know, at least one adult on every outing is supposed to be trained in Weather Hazards starting in 2009.
An Odd Request (opens in a new tab)
When I got home from work tonight I saw there was a message on our answer machine. Before listening to it, I thought it would probably be my Mum telling me something before she and Dad went away for the weekend.
Venturing Recognition Items
0 Vote On Idea From the Tiger to Eagle we have pins to provide for parents. My wife and I both have a long ribbon of medals for our son. When he began receiving awards in Venturing, we put duplicates of the device for his Bronze award (designed for the ribbon of the medal) on…
Klondike Derby Musings … (opens in a new tab)
If only we had the weather for a Klondike Derby like this! Of course, the last time we had a decent snow for the Klondike Derby, they cancelled the event! Go figure! Dick
Leather-bound Boy Scout Handbook
1 Vote On Idea National supply used to produce a leather-bound Boy Scout Handbook. I would love to see them bring it back. It makes a great recognition item. Comments (0) Category/Tags : Other (69) Mark as duplicate
Eagle Scout Project today and tomorrow (opens in a new tab)
This should be a lot of fun. One of our scouts has chosen to not only give back to the community, but to pay his respects to our miliatary. Cameron has been very active with Naval training every summer for the past several years so it really came as no surprise to any of us…
Non-Scouting Service Hours (opens in a new tab)
Service hours don't always have to be done during a scouting event. If your scout is volunteering their time, have them check with the scout master ahead of time to see if it qualifies for their service hour requirements. Logan G and Joey O volunteered last night to face paint at a MS150 fund raising…
The UK Programme – part 3 (Podcast) (opens in a new tab)
Podcast number 9. This covers the Explorer and Network programmes which are quite similar and cumulate in the Queen’s Scout Award. Next podcast will be on the adult training scheme and Wood Badge.
Balitmore Area Council 2008 Gathering of Eagles
The Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America 2008 Gathering of Eagles launched the Eagle Reserve Initiative.
Twenty Videos of Buttons
Wow. I did not realize this until today, but there are twenty videos that feature Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, so far. That is almost enough for a television season. Does that mean it is time to consider a season #2?
Around The Scouting Campfire #1
Scoutmaster Steve and Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, introduce this new podcast, sing The Hole in the ground Song, talk about the Outdoor Code, and recite John Wayne's Scout Law. Share and Enjoy:
BSA Licensing Insider- Officially Licensed Product Seal
The BSA Licensing Insider, Vol. 2, No. 3, featured information about the Officially Licensed Product Seal. Officially Licensed Product Seal When the Boy Scouts of America Officially Licensed Product Seal (OLPS) is used on a product, it signals to the consumer that the product or service being purchased has been authorized by the Boy Scouts…
The First Audio Podcast (opens in a new tab)
It has been a long time in the making, but the first Melrose Scouting Audio Podcast (MSAP) is done and ready to be heard. This new podcast will be hosted by me, Scoutmaster Steve, and Buttons, the radical Boy Scout.
Scout Poem (opens in a new tab)
Me? A Scout By Robert E. Besecker Me? A Scout? That's what I want to be. A shirt of orange, a Tiger Cub, Just Mom and Dad and me. Me? A Scout? I'm a 2nd grader now. I'll work real hard to be a Wolf, If you'll just show me how.
Quote of the Week- Team power (opens in a new tab)
When a team outgrows individual performance and learns team confidence, excellence becomes a reality." Joe Paterno "The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime."
BSA 100th Anniversary Emblem (opens in a new tab)
You can now order this cool-looking 100th anniversary emblem ($2.99) from BSA Supply Group. Link Posted in 100th Anniversary, CUB SCOUTS, Patches
Merit Badges
-6 Vote On Idea Instead of us all proposing individual new merit badges on the site, how about a total revamp of the system. I believe that Merit Badges should be categorized: Careers; Hobbies; Sports & Physical Fitness; Scoutcraft (or something like that).
2009 News 8 Austin Eagle Scout interview
In 2008, the Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, set a local record with 342 young men reaching the rank of Eagle Scout - the highest rank in Scouting. News 8 Austin interviewed several new Eagles, and we're sharing one of them with you.
Promote the BSA Mission Statement, Scout Oath, and Scout Law
3 Vote On Idea Throughout the national office (in elevators, hallways, restrooms, etc.), post the BSA Mission Statement, Scout Oath, and Scout Law. These can serve as visual daily reminders to employees for why we are here, who we serve, and how we should behave.
BSA ID # in Person Profile
6 Vote On Idea After searching for someone in the membership analysis section of MyBSA, when I click on the person's name and it opens their "Person Profile", but then you can't see their BSA ID#. It would be nice if you could add the BSA ID# field into that detailed view.
Flexible spending Accounts
6 Vote On Idea As part of our BSA benefits, allow Flexible Spending accounts for Dependent Care and for Health Care. All of us would appreciate the opportunity to save on our taxes. Comments (0) Category/Tags : Other (72) Mark as duplicate
Being Prepared (opens in a new tab)
As a movement the Scouts have a very good motto. It's short, to the point, meaningful and easy to remember – Be Prepared. I try my best to be prepared in everyday life as well as Scouting and most of the time I am.
Patrol Duty Roster (opens in a new tab)
One of the biggest problems that a new patrol leader faces is determining how to evenly and fairly distribute the work load between the various scouts in his patrol. Distributing the work load within a patrol is essential because it allows the patrol to learn how to work as a team and it also teaches…
Cub Scout Logo Mousepad (opens in a new tab)
Here is a Cub Scout logo mouse pad ($10.95 plus shipping) available from online retailer Zazzle.com . Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Merchandise
Showing Respect (opens in a new tab)
To get Respect you have to give respect. It really is that simple. As a Scoutmaster, I think it is important to show how to live by showing the Scouts how I live. My actions speak louder than my many words.
Dating An Eagle Scout
Nearly two years ago I wrote a blog post that reprinted a list by Michael Conkey about the rules for a young man to follow if he wished to date his daughter. The list included that the young man must be an Eagle Scout, follow the Scout Law, and follow the two deep leadership rule…
BSA HR System
3 Vote On Idea How come each region doesn't at least attach the list of promotable/eligible professionals to the friday reports sent to all Scout Executives? It seems like that would be one more thing to help the process, and to ensure that the HR system is somewhat friendly to those who are actually trying…
Blowing My Own Trumpet! (opens in a new tab)
Over the weekend I noticed that my blog has now had over 4000 hits since the beginning of last year! I've been writing here since April 2006, but until January 2008, I hadn't put any accurate hit counters on the blog.
OA Elections & Troop 11 Website Work (opens in a new tab)
Well, I've been busy this week. I supervised an OA election on Monday night, and I can't remember one that I was more unprepared for. I got off very late from work and had to rush to get to the Troop's meeting place in time for the election.
Respect (opens in a new tab)
Many scouts in this world think that a person can just demand respect no matter how they act and they will get it. Respect cannot be demanded of a person it must be earned by developing a relationship with the person under you that is trusting and is a two way street.
Four Styles of Leadership- Part A (opens in a new tab)
Since lately I have been trying to focus on leadership theroy and its application I figured it woul be appropriate to definite the four main styles of leadership which include the telling style, the coaching style, The persauding style, and the delegating style.
Scout Joke of the Week (opens in a new tab)
10 Reasons Not to be an Eagle Scout: 10. Scout uniform is not a "babe magnet." 9. Outdoor latrines have no walls. 8. Miss the chance to see every facet of Murphy's law in action on a single campout. 7.
The Scoutmaster Minute Show #32
Camp Cooking .? In this show Scoutmaster Jerry invites you all to sit around the Jetboil and listen in on a conversation with his Assistant Scoutmasters. We talk about Wood Badge, Lightening up our packs, cooking, and some awesome Clam chowder.
The Lows & Highs of a Group Scout Leader (opens in a new tab)
I couldn't make it to the Troop meeting last night as I needed to finish some work due to the forthcoming inspection at work. Later in the evening I got a phone call from the Scout Leader. The first thing he told me was that one of the Scouts had had an accident and he…
A Burning Word
Here is a message from Baden Powell from the Chief Scout yarns... from 1919 to today.. timeless message. April 05, 1919 A BURNING WORD There was a man named Garnier who wanted to know whether monkeys talked to each other with any meaning when they chatter.
Philmont Deer And Chipmunks (opens in a new tab)
When you participate in a ten day trek at Philmont Scout Ranch chances are pretty good that you will see a lot of wildlife. I have seen wild turkeys, goats (or rams), deer, a bear, and plenty of chipmunks. In fact, seeing the larger wild animals can easily be one of the highlights of a…
"I Built It" Emblem (opens in a new tab)
Here is a new (2009) I Built It emblem ($1.19) available from BSA Supply Group. Participation emblems are a fun way to encourage attendance at special events. We may give this emblem to those who participate in our summer birdhouse building event. Link Posted in CUB SCOUTS, Patches
I Hate Sprinter! (opens in a new tab)
This is the time of year that I dislike the most...Sprinter. You know the the time where Mother Nature gives you a taste of 40-50' weather one day and a snowstorm the next. This is the time where the snow looks dirty, the ground is soggy and you can not get comfortable camping in the…
Law Enforcement Proficiency Award tracking
0 Vote On Idea One of my adult volunteers created this tracking system to help Law Enforcement Advisors track thier Explorers proficiency. This should help Explorers earn thier award ribbons. It also allows for tracking commuinity service hours. He has given his permission for use to any registered Explorer post.
Scouting and Twitter
I have received a few questions about Twitter and Scouting recently due to the TrailStop.com $25 Gift Card Contest . What contest you may be asking yourself… If you haven't already entered, do so soon as the contest ends on March 13th, 2009!
MSPP #63: I Wish I Was A Newscaster
It is time to get back into the podcast thing and post another video to the Melrose Scouting Productions Podcast. This video is once again taken from the 2007 Laughs For Lunch Show done by the Boy Scouts of Troop 68.
Saving paper for the councils
1 Vote On Idea When printing print confirmations for recharter or other times, it is set up to print a blank page between each print job. This is a lot of wasted paper. Please take out the blank page!!!!! I know how to get around it, but it takes a LOT of time when trying…
April 2009 (Jurassic Pack) Program Helps (opens in a new tab)
The April 2009 ( Jurassic Pack ) Program Helps pages from BSA National are now available (free) for download. Program Helps is a great resource for crafts, games, activities and more for pack meetings and activities and Tiger, Wolf, and Bear den meetings.
Online Climb On Safely & Trek Safely Training
The E-Learning section of MyScouting has grown! Now leaders can take Climb On Safely and Trek Safely online. These courses join a growing list of courses that include: - Not started Youth Protection Training - Safe Swim Defense - Safety Afloat - Staffing the District Committee - Weather Hazards - and more specific Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing related trainings.
National Awareness Campaign
0 Vote On Idea We need to launch a major, nationwide, Scouting awareness campaign highlighting the adventure, friendship, values, character development and leadership the program instills in our youth. The campaign should include the following elements: · Exciting marketing materials that showcase the cool and fun aspects of the program, explaining how such activities build character…
2008-2009 Program Helps Full Download (opens in a new tab)
Cub Scout Program Helps is a great resource for Cub Scout leaders. It contains a month-by-month breakdown of suggestions for den (Tiger, Wolf, or Bear) and pack games, songs, advancement ceremonies, crafts, and other activities to go along with the Cub Scout Monthly Themes .
Faxed/Scanned and Emailed Signatures on Adult Applications not Accepted…..
4 Vote On Idea Starting late last year our registrar will send back adult applications that don't have a "wet ink" signature on them. Adult applications have four approval signature lines: 1. Applicant on the Adult Application 2. COR or IH 3.
Eagle Scout Schedule (opens in a new tab)
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Specialization versus Generalization in Council Operations
0 Vote On Idea Like the military, we all have to start out as a District Executive where we fundraise, start new units, increase membership, run a district including recruiting volunteers, managing operations, budgets, activities, health and safety concerns. We perform quality control.
Start Planning Your Summertime Program (opens in a new tab)
Hello fellow Scouters, By now, most of you are past your Blue and Gold banquets and Pinewood Derby races. You've worked hard up to this point, and this is the time of year that we often begin to coast. But don't forget one important item.
Myspace/Facebook Advertising
6 Vote On Idea With the extreme networking power and precense on the internet of Myspace and Facebook, would a national ad campaign be affective? I know in my council there are numerous scouts who create facebook groups for summer camp staff, oa lodge activities, troops, etc.
Adult Support : Adult Support : Trainers
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Eagle Project on the Battleship (opens in a new tab)
Last weekend Cameron H. completed his eagle project after spending two days aboard the Battleship Texas. Cameron along with other scouts painted the walls and deck of the tailor shop on the 95 year old battle ship. The ship which has been docked at the San Jancinto Monument in LaPorte, Texas since the late 40's…
Closing a Group (opens in a new tab)
Closing a Scout Group is never a good thing. It means that local kids have less places to go and things to do, there is a loss of something that has provided a service for the local community and there is the sense of failure.
Free Umbrella from ScoutStuff.org
ScoutStuff.org is running a promotion for a free BSA Umbrella when you spend $70 or more online. The umbrella is a $15.95 value. This promotion is scheduled to end on March 16th. At checkout use promotion code: H932811 For a complete list of ScoutStuff.org promotions visit the Special ScoutStuff.org Promotions Page .
Repetitive Emails and redundant requests
2 Vote On Idea Email is truly a wonderful tool for requesting information and reminding people to submit information. However, it becomes very cumbersome when we at the local council level receive a notice that some report, form or data is due after we have already submitted it.
Pilot Process
0 Vote On Idea The Piloting of new ideas and processes is an ideal way to assess the viability of a concept before making the time, labor and financial commitment required for a full scale implementation. In an effort to provide additional structure, clarity and support to the Piloting Process, the following will serve as…