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Late June 2010 Time to carve: 6.5 hours Finishing: 1.5 hour Aye, I been looking forward to carving this one. Carved from maple it is a mix of a chip and finished carving. Though roughed out on the band saw, there was quite a bit of carving involved with this slide.
You've heard the rumors; you've read about it on Scouting.org, and now the new Cub Scout Delivery Method is at the starting gate! Here to demystify everything for us is Sara Lacobee, training designer, and Don Shepard, Youth Development Team leader, for the Program Impact Department. This is the Cubcast you don't want to miss!
Join us as we talk to Jamie Dunn, volunteer extraordinaire with the Northern Star Council in St. Paul, Minn., about exciting ways of making this final program helps theme truly Waves of Fun!
And before you know it it is the end of June... geez where does the time go? Well let me give you an update of where I am. First, the Jamboree experience is a lot more than I thought it would ever be, and we are not there yet.
#230-Train In Vain Acronym soup, Unit Commissioners, and training is on tap for tonight. Links: Kids Bowl Free- http://bit.ly/iaJK0 Cub Scout Pack Adult Participation Form Sample- http://bit.ly/92nqLk Ways to Involve Parents in Your Pack- http://bit.ly/cr6WRS Tonight's show sponsored by ClassB.com Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:
#77-Trivia Night We got most of the PTC Hosts together for a trivia night. Girls vs. guys! Guests: MISS Kris MISS Shannon MISS Emily Scoutmaster Shawn Scoutmaster Jerry Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share with Others:
On Saturday June 26th we were invited to teach about Leave No Trace and share free educational activities and information at the Radio Disney Safety Safari in Tigard, Oregon. The photo above drops in on the conversation between our Leave No Trace state advocate Georgia Bosse and some young folks learning about minimum impact outdoor…
As driver of the No. 19 Boy Scouts of America IndyCar , Alex Lloyd has a built-in fan base of millions of Scouts, parents, volunteers, and alumni. And when he finished fourth at May's Indianapolis 500, he wooed many more fans who have never been involved with Scouting.
Allow me a self-congratulatory moment as, with this post, the Scoutmaster Blog reaches the 1000 post mark. I started writing the blog almost five years ago (here's the first post ) as an exercise in sorting out my own thinking and in the vague hope that someone may find it useful.
Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent. The 12 points of the Scout Law. Words to live by. We all know them and as scouters, want our scouts to not only be able to recite them, but to live their everyday lives by them.
What a crazy month it has been! I have been so busy with work and Scouts that I need just a day to sleep. But we do not have the time to just relax sometimes. We have Summer Camp right around the corner.
Local units, districts, and councils have been celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Scouting all year. But on July 31, it'll be time for everyone in America to come together for one "Shining" moment. Organizers are calling "A Shining Light Across America" the one moment of the 100th Anniversary Celebration "not to be missed."
Beaver and Cub Scouts create the world's worst Where's Wally? as part of a record breaking sleepover.
A Philmont Staff Member saves a goat by punching a bear in the face…
Here's a shoulder patch shape you don't see often. The unique design of this patch complements the striking eagle that takes up most of the patch's real estate. It's up to you to Name That Council . We've removed the council's name.
This weekend, there's a good chance many of you will be heading to the outdoors to enjoy time with family and friends celebrating our country's independence -the 4th of July. I tried explaining exactly what the 4th of July was all about to my young children this morning.
Have you checked out Leave No Trace's Online Auction yet? This unique experience is bringing members of the Leave No Trace community from around the globe together for the first time, to share in their support and advocacy for the Center's mission.
So it's been a while since I've had any gear to review but this week that changes. So way back in January I won the Coleman gift card contest that Scoutmaster Steve or @stevejb68 on twitter was having over on A Scoutmaster's Blog .
The National Boy Scouts of America has issued a statement about President Barack Obama and his relationship with Scouting. I can only assume it is in response to a series of columns by Chuck Norris titled Whitehouse vs. Boy Scouts ( part 1 and part 2 ).
The Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America (BAC) held their annual meeting in June at the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House. The Council elected Members-At-Large, Advisory Council members, Executive Board members and Honorary members. In addition, the BAC elected officers.
The July issue for "WAVES of FUN" is on line in adobe.pdf and word.doc!! This may be the ultimate source for water related games, skits, songs, and such!! Lots of detailed info on the new delivery method for Cub Scouts, too!!!
Independence Day celebrates our collective and individual patriotism, freedom and potential. Robert F. Kennedy spoke of this potential in Capetown Africa in 1966: [M]any of the world's great movements, of thought and action, have flowed from the work of a single man.
Independence Day celebrates our collective and individual patriotism, freedom and potential. Robert F. Kennedy spoke of this potential in Capetown Africa in 1966: [M]any of the world’s great movements, of thought and action, have flowed from the work of a single man.
Hello readers, Today was the 2nd patchway Scout group fate/funday, we had race's for all, bouncy castles, there with there up and over slide and the multi coloured roofed castle, along side the castle we had games and stalls with a BBQ …
Six parents from Ide Hill in Kent make it from Arch to Arc in 50 hours, in an attempt to raise £50,000 for a new Scout hut.
A varied weekend joining more than 2,000 Beavers for the Kent Kaleidoscope Fun Days, having a chat with seven Scout Network members visiting Guernsey and a couple of Centenary camps. Oh yes, and viewing a steam driven television in Brede, nr Hastings - the home of television so they kept trying to assure me.
Our family went rafting on the 3rd of July on a local stretch of the Colorado River. I've been floating this section of river for almost 10 years and had never seen it this crowded. Here's a shot of the take-out by late afternoon.
I just posted a new video, a song AND a skit from last weekend's Webelos Resident Camp...
Troop Committee, Moccasin Telegraph, Troop-Based High Adventure 2 Scoutmaster Podcast 24 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music in Podcast 24 First Call - U.S.
It was a busy holiday weekend for Team East. We provided booth outreach at the popular Mount Washington trailhead, Tuckerman's Ravine Trail, where we spoke with hundreds of hikers who came out to enjoy the blue bird day. With a 60 degree day forecast for the summit of Washington, who wouldn't want to make the…
Next week, the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics will publish its Annual Report for 2009. If you subscribe to our eNews, you can access a copy there or just check out our Media Center at LNT.org. The report contains project and donor profiles, audited 2009 financial information, and updates on Leave No Trace…
For the 4th of July weekend we met up with previous Traveling Trainers, Alexis Ollar and Topher Marlatt at the 20th annual High Sierra Music Festival in Quincy, California. We hosted the 2nd annual Red, White, Blue, and Green Campsite Challenge encouraging festival goers to consider the seven principles of Leave No Trace while camping…
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Friday's challenge was perfect for the Fourth of July weekend. From the red, white, and blue colors to the iconic eagle, this patch screams patriotism. But were you able to Name That Council? Because the patch features no geographical clues, the key was noticing the large red heart in the center.
Jamboree leaders and parents sending their boys to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree can now view daily, meal-by-meal menus online. The BSA jamboree Web site also lists prices for the jamboree's many retail food outlets and snack bars. And it's the place to order a special celebration cake for boys who are celebrating their birthday…
Here are a few highlights that will be a part of this year's Jamboree: T 2010 National Scout Jamboree Logo hanks to AT&T, The Jamboree grounds will be equipped with wifi and six "connection zones" will even provide netbooks and ways for Scouts to make free phone calls.
Last night was my Group's Annual General Meeting. As well as the 'formal' stuff, awards were given out. It was pleasing to see three Beavers get their Chief Scouts Bronze Award and the Cub of the Year Award presented (we really need to have Beaver and Scout awards as well!).
Our Reference Cards (affectionately called 'hang tags') serve as our handy dandy portable classroom explaining each of the 7 Leave No Trace principles. Tie it on your pack, keep it on your fishing vest, put it on your dog's collar, even hand one to someone who could use a bit of reminding (or first time…
Image copyright Matt Gillis, Deseret News An Eagle Scout Court of Honor last weekend was so big that it took an entire football stadium to hold it. The court of honor was a big part of Utah's annual Stadium of Fire, one of the country's largest Fourth of July celebrations each year.
As we travel around the country, we do a lot of cooking in the great outdoors. Lately, we have run into numerous people who have commented "Food just tastes better when cooked outside." We totally agree! Whether you enjoy a grilled hot dog, bbq chicken, or a nice veggie burger, chances are the best grilled…
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute Podcast. In this show we talk about High Adventure programs in your Troop. Building a High Adventure program in your Troop does not require a Trip to Philmont.. You can do it in your own Council area and in the State you live in.
The Boy Scouts of Troop 68 used to like to song songs, mix them up a bit, and write new lyrics to them. They would then perform these "new" versions at campfire programs or during their annual Laughs For Lunch Show.
Winning a state football championship, especially in Texas, makes you a local legend. Earning the Eagle Scout Award puts you among Scouting's elite. Doing either is impressive. Doing both is unbelievable. But that's exactly the feat accomplished by nine Scouts from Abilene, Texas.
Can you name the three current high adventure bases of the Boy Scouts of America? Everyone can name Philmont Scout Ranch. Most people know about the Florida Sea Base. But did you know there is also a high adventure base in Minnesota?
Can you name the three current high adventure bases of the Boy Scouts of America? Everyone can name Philmont Scout Ranch. Most people know about the Florida Sea Base. But did you know there is also a high adventure base in Minnesota?
Our Name That Council challenge is becoming more popular each week. Something about adding the incentive of a free patch has really made it take off. Who would have guessed that Scouters love free patches? The patch changes each week, but the formula stays the same: We remove all text from a council shoulder patch.
When we debuted a completely redesigned Scouting magazine last summer , we wanted readers to notice the easier-to-use design and more accessible content. A year later, we're happy to learn that readers weren't the only ones who noticed our new look.
A week at Scout camp is a summer highlight for hundreds of thousands of boys (and adults) each year. In its latest Webisode, the Adventure Base 100 team visits J.N. Webster Scout Reservation, a 1,200-acre camp operated by the Connecticut Rivers Council.
Part of being prepared for an emergency means having the right tools. When dealing with a victim of cardiac arrest, there's no better tool for saving a life than an Automated External Defibrillator, or AED. There's no debating the effectiveness of one of these devices-defibrillation within three minutes lifts the victim's chance of survival to…
On June 19th and 20th, we traveled to Central Park in New York City to take part in a monumental event- the world's first ever Outdoor Nation Youth Summit. The event hosted 500 youth ambassadors from all of the 50 states to discuss ways to reconnect youth with the outdoors and encourage healthy, active lifestyles…
This is probably one of the most unusual titles that I have come up with but there are several parallels the Boy Scouts of America have in common with the railroads of the United States. Scouting like the American railroad began with humble beginnings and it grew through blood, sweat, and tears.
Challenge of the week: Thinking of something interesting and relevant to say to 3,000 Explorer Scouts at the opening of Gilwell 24 when they're itching to get on and enjoy over 200 adventurous activities.
Posted by Amanda Vogt to facebook: Registration for the National Venturing Event-Fall Fun Rally is officially open at http://www.facebook.com/l/ b7646BXvKUf5p4Zgdi1YOEvOcTA; www.fallfunrally.org/ registration . Early registration is due August 2nd, so get your information turned in as soon as possible. Registration Packet Information: http://www.facebook.com/l/ b7646YY4JrYysKPDJIvJiTKx5LA; www.fallfunrally.org/files/ FFR2010Registration.pdf With thousands of people, t-shirts and food orders; the registration…
Campers practice the 'rule of thumb' to respect wildlife. Last week marked our second personal visit and the third annual visit for the Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers to the Tim Horton Camp Kentahten in Campbellsville, KY. Opened in 2001, this is the first Tim Horton Children's Foundation camp in the United States.
Now's your chance! A must have for any thirsty outdoor enthusiast! These new bottles are made from stainless steel, have a screw off lid, and feature the Leave No Trace logo and seven principles. And, while regularly priced at $12.95, they are 20% off for the month! You can find them in our online store .
Dear Education Department, I see the Leave No Trace logo many places. It's a great reminder to take care of our open spaces. However, I'm been meaning to ask you for quite some time, what does the swirl mean? Does it represent something in particular?
A group of Boy Scouts of America youth members and executive leaders met with President Barack Obama today to discuss top priorities for the organization's next century of service. During the White House meeting, the president and the BSA delegation shared their mutual goals for addressing key concerns for our nation's youth: healthy living, service…
Patrol Logs, Gutzon Borglun, Troop-Based High Adventure 3 Scoutmaster Podcast 25 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music in Podcast 25 First Call - U.S.
As the wildflowers bloom in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, I find myself using my camera more and more for scenery and landscape shots. Wildflowers are one of my favorite subjects, and taking pictures of them is a great way to support the Leave No Trace principle, Leave What You Find.
Discovering the art of Kathryn Beals, Small Business Partner of Leave No Trace. [Submitted by Kathryn Beals.] Ba ckground: I grew up in a small fishing town on the northwest coast of British Columbia. As a kid, my parents took me camping frequently and taught me to love the outdoors.
At the Family Camp we held back in May, as well as taking a load of still pictures – see here , I managed to take some video with my little hand held Flip Video camera . I've finally got round to editing it all together and you can see the short version below (YouTube is limited to…
Get 70% off premium outdoor and sports gear, and earn $10 for Leave No Trace. ALL Leave No Trace members have been invited to join The Clymb , a private member network where you can access insider pricing on the planets most sought-after outdoor brands.
#231-Rocky Mountain High Two Rivers Scouting Blast, Youth Protection reminders, Scout Shop closeouts, iBooks, merging Packs, what to do as a new Webelos 2 leader, newsletters, and the new training validation are on this week's show. Links: Closeout Deals- http://bit.ly/bUZwPN Tonight's show sponsored by ClassB.com Join the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Share…
This edition of Name That Council turned out to be tougher than we expected. We received a record-low 12 correct answers, giving each person who entered a much better chance of winning the patch. There can be only one winner, though.
Last night, I talked to a friend of mine, and he asked how things were going in the troop. I told him that I had to do some "soul-searching"…it's not that I am having all kinds of troubles, I just need a minor course adjustment.
Seth Godin writes Type 1. You can take a class where you learn technique, facts and procedures. Type 2. You can take a class where you learn to see, learn to lead and learn to solve interesting problems. The first type of teaching isn't particularly difficult to do, and it's something most of us are…
Some say there is a fine line between being the Scoutmaster and a Dad when your boy is in your troop. I think this is an interesting discussion and one that I live with every day. I have two sons that are in my troop and my Jamboree troop also.
Doing a full 24 hours of activities on one of the hottest days of the year is quite a challenge but the soaring temperatures were no barrier to the adventure-seekers who attended Gilwell 24 last weekend.
Come and Join Miss Kris from the MISS Show and Scoutmaster Jerry from the Scoutmaster Minute Show for a PTCMedia meet and Greet on Tuesday the 27th of July. Bring your lunch and come by and say hello. Bring your lunch on Saturday the 31st of July for a greet time meeting MISS Shannon from…
This past weekend over 100 artist from across the country, environmental leaders, and outdoor organizations united in Louisville, KY for a historic moment. Merging education equally with entertainment, was the goal of the 9th annual Forecastle Festival . Leave No Trace was invited to participate in the Conscious Carnival presented by the Sustainable Living Road Show…
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For those Cub Scouts leaders who prefer digital resources, your wait is over. Part of the new Cub Scout Delivery Model , this new resource offers den meeting plans for all ranks, plus pack meeting plans connected to monthly themes. Also includes a light overview of the Cub Scouts program, an introduction to den leader responsibilities…
This weeks merit badge corner is a merit badge I earned last week at Summer Camp and is also one of the historic merit badges . It's the pathfinding merit badge! The pathfinding merit badge is very interesting and easy merit badge to earn and really only takes at most an hour to complete.
This Tuesday, several of our talented artists and customer service representatives got the chance to visit one of the most impressive Scout camping facilities in the Southeastern United States. Located just a few miles north of Orlando, Camp La-No-Che sits discreetly within the 1,627 acre Leonard & Marjorie Williams Family Scout Reservation on the outskirts of…
DO YOU THINK YOUR JAMBOREE PATCH IS BETTER THAN THESE? We are encouraging all Scouts to submit a scan or picture of their 2010 Jambo Patches (whether we made them or not) for our "Best Jamboree Patch 2010″ Contest. You have until July 21st to post your pic, then we will announce the new finalists…
Though the organization's values have remained largely unchanged in the past 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has always evolved with the times. From introducing new merit badges to expanding the program to include young women, the BSA knows the importance of staying current.
Take your best shot at guessing the council that wears this patch. If you're right, you'll be entered to win our Name That Council contest. One lucky winner will add the patch seen above to their collection. Here are the rules: Guess the name of the council whose members wear the patch shown.
This weekend, ClassB is having its first ever Family Fun Day at Busch Gardens in Tampa. Being a T-shirt company, we obviously wanted to design and create custom T-shirts for our employees and their families to wear while attending the event.
Scouts are pretty comfortable on trails of all kinds. Whether it's a hiking path through a massive forest or the Trail to First Class, they'll find their way. Those instincts pay off in Boston, where following the city's famous Freedom Trail is a rite of passage for Scouts.
Youth representatives and executive leadership from the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) met with President Barack Obama at the White House to deliver the organization's annual Report to the Nation. A delegation presented the official BSA Report to the Nation to members of Congress in March.
No, not another holiday or business trip, but the 13th European Scout and Guide Conference where 400 Scouts and Guides from across Europe, and a few guests, have gathered for five days to review work over the past three years, discuss future work and topics of mutual interest.
International Evenings are a superb feature of international Scout and Guide gatherings; a chance to experience the culture of each of the Countries participating - well, in reality share lots of food and drinks. But before we get there, we have a day of business to get through...
#232-Mr. Big Stuff A new marketing campaign, Be A Scout promotion, disposable wooden utensils, attendance at Pack events, day camp, and Leader book PDFs are on tap tonight. Links: Words To Live By- http://bit.ly/9MWW3x Disposable Wooden Forks- http://bit.ly/bIVVWr Disposable Wooden Knives- http://bit.ly/baMmYI Disposable Wooden Spoons- http://bit.ly/9p951E PDF versions of a bunch of BSA manuals.- http://bit.ly/9aaqKe…
A new exhibition that opened this month highlights Norman Rockwell, the preeminent American storyteller and the first official illustrator of the Boy Scouts of America. Fifty-seven major Rockwell paintings and drawings make up "Telling Stories: Norman Rockwell from the Collections of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg."
It's big. It's exciting. It's coming soon. And ClassB is going to be there! The 2010 National Scout Jamboree will soon be underway at Ft. A.P. Hill in Virginia and this year's event is being touted as the best, most exciting and fun-filled Jamboree ever.
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Menu Planning, Planning for the Future 1 Scoutmaster Podcast 26 Feel free to send your questions and comments (you can rate the podcast on iTunes). Use the email link above left or the comments feature of the blog. Subscribe on iTunes Music in Podcast 25 First Call - U.S.
We arrived at Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation in the Virginia Mountains about 2 PM yesterday afternoon. Check in was uneventful, and we were treated to something we hadn't seen at home for a while … RAIN! Thunderstorms and rain off and on for most of the evening, night, and again this morning until…
A visit from members of the 1st Brussels, a reception for Friends of Scouting Europe, solidarity for Scouts in Africa and celebrating the re-election of Craig to the European Scout Committee, and appointment as its Chairman for a further 3 years.
Last month, we told you all about ScoutQuest, the high-tech, interactive treasure hunt in Washington, D.C. And now the wait is over. On Saturday and Sunday, you and your Scouts can "uncover the links between Scouting and some of our greatest national treasures in this interactive, citywide hunt," as described by the event's Web site…
Scouting requires that adults leading any swimming or boating activity be certified in Safe Swim Defense and/or Safety Afloat . Here's a description of the instinctive drowning response from Drowning Doesn't Look Like Drowning at G Captain: The Instinctive Drowning Response – so named by Francesco A.
In case you missed this great interview with Ayinde Summers from the Greening Youth Foundation, here it is: Partnerships with organizations such as the Greening Youth Foundation provide essential opportunities to combine Leave No Trace with personal and professional development.
Friday's Name That Council challenge was a tough one. Many of you thought the patch belonged to Daniel Boone Council, which was a logical (but incorrect) notion. A few of you even created an entirely new council called the Davy Crockett Council.
So, as many of you probably know if you follow me on twitter @scoutdude I just returned from a week of summer camp at Cedarlands Scout Reservation with my troop (@troop50). Here is a recap of our week. So Sunday morning we met bright and early at the local Methodist Church (our charter organization) and…
Hello reader's, As you can see on my fundrasing page, you can see that the auction we well, we have also have a fund day that made more money than a number of years b and have a quiz night …
Hello again readers Its twice in one day, I've posted below are details of the different locations that the last 100 readers have come from. if yours is on their please feel free to post. USA LA, California 5,359 Aus Bunbury, Western Aus 9,151 USA …
Time to look forward today, with consideration of the future work plan for the next three years, presentations on future world events, a chance to share good practice across Europe and several receptions.
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute. This show is short and sweet, it is the introduction to a series of Special Editions that will be brought to you from the 2010 National Scout Jamboree at Ft. A.P. Hill! Listen in and share the experience of a life time!
Working for Leave No Trace is not only about responsibly hitting the trail or dipping your paddle in the water. Here is a peek into one aspect of office life, where we are busy 'behind the scenes' shipping out teaching materials, store merchandise, membership/partnership materials, auction winnings etc to YOU, the good people in the…
A good looking trailhead kiosk at the start of the trail to Grays Peak (14,270 feet) and Torreys Peak (14,267 feet) in Arapahoe National Forest. Summer is in full swing, and we would love to see your favorite Leave No Trace-related trailhead sign photos!
