Rotary and Scouting (opens in a new tab)
Wayne was in Llandudno, in North Wales, on Friday evening and Saturday morning as he joined Rotarians from their Heart of England region at the their District Convention, before venturing on to Snowdonia...
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November 2011
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A Program Year Of Fun and Challenges (opens in a new tab)
One of the things that makes the Boy Scout program different from many youth programs is that the boys plan their own program. The junior leadership of a troop meets once a year to plan themes, activities, and dates for the next twelve months.
Journey to Excellence (opens in a new tab)
In February, we introduced you to Journey to Excellence, and we bet you're thinking to yourself, "I wonder how that new recognition initiative is doing." Jamie Shearer, team leader of the Membership Impact department at the national office in Irving, Texas, will fill us in on what we can expect from this journey.
Respect (opens in a new tab)
Confucius once said, "Respect yourself and others will respect you." Jamie Niss Dunn, Cub Scout roundtable commissioner with the Northern Star Council in St. Paul, Minn., helps us with ideas for how to teach our Cub Scouts to do both.
5th Graders in Central Oregon Get Creative on Halloween Day (opens in a new tab)
Leave What You Find by Megan Redmond, OR - On Halloween Day, thinking about things other than candy and costumes is quite the task, especially if you're ten, but the 5th graders of Tom McCall Elementary School were excited to learn about Leave No Trace.
Thanksgiving Ideas for Scouts (opens in a new tab)
This month I am featuring a Thanksgiving theme. I'll have some crafts and other ideas for the Cub Scouts, but there are also things which Boy Scouts and Venturers can do with this theme. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
The Leader's Campfire #88
#88-Happy Hallow… um Anniversary! We celebrate our and PTC Media's 5th anniversary with a bunch of other hosts talking about the history of the network and shows. Guests: Scoutmaster Jerry, The SMM Podcast Scoutmaster Shawn, True North and Scoutnation MISS Liberty, The MISS Show Scoutmaster Bryan, Scoutnation Join the forum discussion on this post
Education in Motion: Where to find the Traveling Trainers in NOVEMBER (opens in a new tab)
The Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers, as well as the Leave No Trace e-tour Team are conducting the following training events across the country in November. For more information about these or to attend, visit their calendars. We hope to see you on the road!
Do your Scouts like Camporees? (opens in a new tab)
Do your Scouts like Camporees? We attend a District or Council Camporee every three or four years because it takes that long for our Scouts to forget what the last Camporee was like. At every annual planning conference I suggest to my patrol leader's council that we include whatever Camporee or district event is planned…
November: The Bigfoot Challenge (opens in a new tab)
November is a month of change and the Bigfoot Challenge is no exception! New challenges have been posted so it's time to get out there Leave No Trace! The November Bigfoot Challenge is sponsored by Grand Trunk ! The first challenge for this month is to organize a family, friend, or neighborhood hike.
Two Winners (opens in a new tab)
Ah, you all know that you're winners in my book, but Lucie and Michelle are special winners today. Michelle was selected this morning to receive the ClassB.com $50 coupon and Lucie got the $25 ScoutStuff.org gift card. Congratulations, ladies! I appreciate the rest of the 1500 entries this month and in just 30 days you…
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Photography Belt Loop for Cub Scouts (opens in a new tab)
Do you have a Cub Scout who loves to take pictures? If so, have him grab his camera and earn the Photography belt loop from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
SummitCorps Trails Open For Business [Video]
Throughout the month of July, nearly 1,500 Boy Scouts of America Order of the Arrow volunteers traveled to the New River Gorge for SummitCorps: The New River Experience, a project to build hiking and biking trails in the area. The finished product turned out 12.8 miles new trails, and on September 7, the National Parks…
Do your Scouts Share Your Ambitions? (opens in a new tab)
Do your Scouts share your ambitions? You may be pulling in different directions if they don't. How can we align the ambitions of our Scouts, our adult leadership and those of the Scouting program? One way to find out is to make three lists: List number one; adult leader ambitions Sit down and make a…
Science Behind the Skills (opens in a new tab)
Have you ever been asked any of the following questions and didn't know the answer? • "Why do I have to wash my dishes 200 feet away from water sources?" • "Does Leave No Trace change visitor behavior?" • "Why should I not cut the switchbacks on the trail?"
What YOU can do in YOUR community (opens in a new tab)
Every day we hear from people wanting to volunteer for Leave No Trace and last month, we challenged you to help make this happen by putting on your gloves, picking up your shovels and teaching people about Leave No Trace at community service projects in your area.
The Hunt for e-tour Team 2012 (opens in a new tab)
APPLICANTS WANTED! LEAVE NO TRACE TRAVELING TRAINER JOB OPENING Are you interested in one of the premier outdoor jobs in the industry? Do you have a passion for teaching and working with youth? Are you looking to work with a friend or a significant other?
I Am Scouting
I've seen lot's of promotional videos – this one is the best by a mile.
Educating Youth at Crooked River State Park (opens in a new tab)
What gear should you bring on a day hike at Crooked River State Park to help you Leave No Trace? Crooked River State Park, GA. After spending a few glorious days backpacking along Cumberland Island National Seashore, Team East moved inland a few miles to Crooked River State Park for an evening of car camping…
Explorer and Network 10th Birthday Badge (opens in a new tab)
We're celebrating 2012 with a special occasional badge, as voted for by Members
I Am Scouting (opens in a new tab)
The Atlanta Area Council has posted a promotional video on Youtube titled "I Am Scouting". I like it. A lot! It not only does a good job of showing Boy Scouts participating in outdoor activities, but it also features boys from all races and backgrounds.
Gone Home: Police Officer and Eagle Scout Brad Jones (opens in a new tab)
Arizona Police Officer and Eagle Scout Brad Jones was shot in the line of duty on October 28th, 2011. Officer Jones was responding to a back up call from a probation officer meeting with a 20 year-old male at a Glendale apartment complex.
What is the best way for young Scouting alumni (21-30) to stay involved? (opens in a new tab)
The Boy Scouts of America has been pushing to reconnect with alumni for a few years now. While this is a great idea and needed, how are Councils using their alumni and getting them to stay connected? So far my Council has reached out for money by inviting them to fundraising events and sending out…
Fulfilling responsibility (opens in a new tab)
The new BSA Guide to Advancement lays out and clarifies what it takes for a troop to evaluate whether a Scout has satisfactorily served in a position of responsibility as required for the ranks beyond First Class. While this is …
Climber's Coffee (opens in a new tab)
Over the weekend the e-tour spent a perfect sunny Saturday morning with campers and climbers at Hidden Valley Campground in Joshua Tree National Park . Caffeine fueled conversation concerning climber ethics was a perfect prelude to people's day out on the rock.
Free BSA Websites Using Google Sites (opens in a new tab)
The first step in getting a freely hosted Troop website is to go to Google Sites. You will need a gmail address to sign in. If you don't have a gmail address there's a link at the top to register for a new account. Even if you already have a gmail account I suggest setting
An Apology! (opens in a new tab)
For those of you who wander by here from time to time, you'll have noticed I've been a bit quiet recently. My Scouting has taken a bit of a back seat as we've been preparing for the arrival of our second daughter.
Horsemanship Merit Badge for Boy Scouts (opens in a new tab)
This is one our older scouts sometimes work on at summer camp. They usually require them to be 13 or 14 years old though, because the smaller guys have a hard time saddling the horse without assistance. There is only one part they don't like - the test about the parts of the horse and diseases.
Crisp Hiking (opens in a new tab)
Yesterday's 8-mile hike was mostly just covering miles. It was dreary, even a few drizzles of rain. Not much to see. But, when I stepped outside today I was greeted by Orion, Cassiopeia, the Pleiades, Ursa Major, and Polaris. A perfectly bright, crystal clear night sky making it easy for a quick review of the…
Picture Thursday 03_11_11
This picture was taken late on wednesday night and is the welders welding dome ends on to a 24" Pipe. It looked far more spectacular in real life with sparks flying every where and the glow from the welding.
Philmont, through the lens of trained photographers (opens in a new tab)
Point your camera in any direction while exploring Philmont, and you're bound to get an image worth keeping. Natural beauty envelops you there. But hand your camera to a trained photographer, and the resulting images beg to be framed and prominently placed on your living room walls.
Check out the BSA's new National Recruitment Campaign (opens in a new tab)
Ever wish you could see the future? Now you can. You're looking at next year's slick, new National Recruitment Campaign - in your hands a full two months early. In the past, marketing materials were released after the first of the year.
Green Girls! (opens in a new tab)
Tuesday we spent some quality time with Girl Scouts in La Quinta, CA. With placid Lake Cahuilla as a backdrop we discussed how long litter might last if it were left there to decompose. These young ladies were quick to realize that in their community, a desert ecosystem, items last significantly longer than in an…
Scouts help family in mountain difficulty (opens in a new tab)
Trainee Scout leaders used their mountain skills to bring a local family to safety in the Lake District
Cub Scout Wind Tech Jacket Recall
The Boy Scouts of America, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has issued a voluntary recall of the blue Cub Scout Wind Tech jacket in youth sizes only. The jackets have retractable cords with toggles at the hood/neck area and at the waist, which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to…
Turkey Treat Cupcakes (opens in a new tab)
Here's a fun dessert to make with your kids this time of year. Use it to fulfill Bear Achivement 9 (What's Cooking) requirement f: "With an adult, make a dessert for your family" or just for fun at a den meeting.
If We Build It, Will You Come? (opens in a new tab)
As construction ramps up at the Summit Bechtel Reserve this fall in preparation for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, the question still remains, "if we build it, will you come?" According to an informal poll we conducted as Patrol Z Members and Patrol Z Ambassadors, the answer to that question is: yes.
Be One With the Wild (opens in a new tab)
Well, here's a wild one for you. Click the image for a much larger version. I read a rumor this morning that these photos are part of a new Boy Scouts campaign created by Ogilvy & Mather, called "Be One with the Wild".
Taylor Swift honors Eagle Scout at TeenNick HALO Awards (opens in a new tab)
How does it feel getting a shout out from Taylor Swift? Ask Eagle Scout James O'Dwyer, whose relief program in Alabama to provide aid to tornado victims caught Swift's eye. The singer, who has donated millions of dollars and hundreds of hours to disaster relief, nominated O'Dwyer to receive a TeenNick HALO Award , given to…
Where to begin… (opens in a new tab)
I really don't know where to begin. I haven't been blogging lately, due to the hectic schedule that I have had pretty much since the beginning of summer. A lack of True North shows, a lack of Scout Nation shows, a lack of Twitter, Facebook and blogging.
BSA Wolf Den Meeting Plan 5: Know Your Home and Community and Be Safe at Home and on the Street (opens in a new tab)
This plan covers part of Wolf Achievement 4 (Know Your Home and Community) and part of Wolf Achievement 9 (Be Safe at Home and on the Street). [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
Eagle Project Done? (opens in a new tab)
I think my son finished his eagle service project yesterday, but I'm not sure. He's out helping another eagle candidate this morning, so I'll have to ask him when he gets home. All I know is he put a bunch of tools in the Honda Odyssey (official vehicle of scout troops) yesterday and was gone…
Lasting Impacts: (opens in a new tab)
Conditions in desert environments are extreme, especially when considering the scarcity of moisture. We mentioned in our last blog that litter items left out to their own devices last an incredibly long time, even 'natural' items such newspaper or fruit peels.
ATV, PWC Become Authorized, Council-Level Programs (opens in a new tab)
Following the successful piloting of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and personal watercraft (PWC) programs in council camps in 2010 and 2011, both are now authorized for council-level programming. The 2012 resident camp standards, No. 430-111, define the parameters for both programs.
Table Tennis Pin for Cub Scouts
When I was younger I played table tennis with my brother and sister in the basementt, except we called it ping pong. The Table Tennis pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program lets Cub Scouts explore this sport in depth.
Help Save Lives With Discounted AED Package
Lives change in a heartbeat. Each year, 365,000 people die in North America from sudden cardiac arrest-7,000 of whom are under age 18. Since 2008, the BSA and Cardiac Science have collaborated to deliver this message to communities while emphasizing the use of lifesaving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to combat sudden cardiac arrest.
PTC and not the Podcast…
Yesterday I had the opportunity to be a trainer at our Councils Program and Training Conference.. PTC. I was asked to help teach a class on using Social Media and Websites with my Wood Badge buddy Adam. Then Jackie this years Coordinator asked if I would want to teach something else.
A Scouting Poem (opens in a new tab)
In 1996, following a September court of honor, the troop surprised me with a little ceremony for the fifteenth anniversary of being the scoutmaster of Troop 68. After a few speeches by committee members and Boy Scouts I was presented with a book of letters from former and current Scouts, and from some of the…
Countdown to one hat… (opens in a new tab)
Yup, it's true… At the end of this month, I will only be a Scoutmaster for Troop 1363. It may be short-lived, but nonetheless, I will no longer be an Assistant Cubmaster for Pack 4363. Yesterday, while I was at Cub Scout College, I got to see some old friends and catch up on things.
'Marketing News': November Issue Released
Click to open November issue The November issue of Marketing News has been published and posted to the Marketing Toolbox. Stories include the following: 2012 Recruitment Campaign Rolls Out Marketing Training Webinars Help Tell the Story of Scouting on the Summit Blog To read more about these topics, as well as the full issue of…
Hobbies Troop Program Feature for Boy Scouts
The Boy Scout Roundtable Planning Guide suggests a Hobbies feature for December 2011. So this month we'll take a look at this feature in more depth. Some of the ideas in this program feature will also be useful to Cub Scouts and Venturers who are working on hobbies related programs.
An Hour A Week? #274
#274-New marketing campaigns, themes making a comeback, internet Scout Patch, bullies, online training and gracefully leaving Cub Scouts are on tap for tonight's show. Links: Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Wind Tech Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard- http://bit.ly/vOwY4u Questionable Marketing Campaign of the Day- http://chzb.gr/uDkQFx The Buzz – New 2012 Marketing- http://bit.ly/uqtLDM 2012 Marketing…
Monitor the net
The internet, I think you all agree is a great thing. Right? It has opened up the Scouting World literally. I mean, think about it, when I was a Scout I can remember thinking how great it was to participate in Jamboree on the Air.
BAM! at AEE (opens in a new tab)
Kate points out the Leave No Trace logo at the International AEE Conference Jacksonville, FL. The 39th Annual International Association for Experiential Education Conference took place this past weekend in Jacksonville, FL. This conference brings together over 600 outdoor professionals to collaborate, network, learn, and teach about empowering individuals through experiential learning opportunities.
Animal Friends At The Summit (opens in a new tab)
Are you coming the New River Gorge anytime soon? Before you head out on the trails for some hiking or hit the river for some rafting, you should get to know what kinds of animals you might run into. Because of the diverse ecosystem found in the New River Gorge, the home of the Summit…
The Annual Calendar #scoutnation
This is a follow up to the Planning Conference. The results are in and Troop 199 has an annual calendar for 2012. I spoke earlier on how great it was to watch these guys plan and organize an entire year that would make all 124 Scouts happy.
Podcast 92 – Scoutmaster, Troop Committee Relationship
IN THIS PODCAST Scoutmaster panel discussion; three new documents from the B.S.A. Phone-in question: "Where does the Scoutmaster's responsibilities end and the Committee's responsibilities begin? LINKS Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops Guide to Advancement 2011 Evaluating Positions of Responsibility New Eagle Project Workbook Walter's post ‘Changes to the Eagle Process' Troop Committee Challenge online…
VOS Participation Deadline Drawing Near
All councils that have either attended training webinars or viewed the online recording for the Voice of the Scout (VOS) have until Nov. 18 to confirm their 2012 participation in the program. Those councils that initialize participation for this coming year will receive bonus Journey to Excellence points but, more important, will obtain valuable insight…
Celebrating A Decade Of Ask Andy (opens in a new tab)
The Ask Andy advice column will be ten years old on November 23, 2011. By that time Andy will have written about 1.65 million words of advice to fellow Scouters on a wide variety of subjects – a record that rivals that of Green Bar Bill's many writings.
So much to celebrate and be thankful for (opens in a new tab)
The Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall, set the tone in his opening remarks at the inaugural National Scout and Guide service of Celebration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey, when he talked of the great bonds between the Abbey, Guiding and Scouting. The weekend had already got off to a great start...
Blackstone Fellowship 2011 (opens in a new tab)
Great weekend … not a cloud in the blue skies, and crisp Fall temperatures. Good fun, good fellowship, and a few merit badges thrown in for good measure . Here's the video … www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBn1y-oOb7s
Kamp Green Clean Up! (opens in a new tab)
Yesterday we joined over 100 dedicated volunteers at KOA's Kamp Green Community Partnership Event. Participants helped to clean up a section of Bureau of Land Management property which many are hoping becomes Tule Springs Ice Age Park. Rich in paleontological diversity, the area had become a victim of littering and illegal dumping.
Make Sure Scouts Play Safe in the Snow
Head injuries sustained during winter activities are a major cause of children's hospitalization. Therefore, the Winter Sports Safety section of the Guide to Safe Scouting was changed in 2009 to include the following passage: "Appropriate personal protective equipment is required for all activities.
Tips for Starting a Collection (opens in a new tab)
There are several Scouting achievements related to collecting. So how do you start a collection? Here are some tips to get started. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
SMMPodcast #96 -The Scoutmaster Conference LIVE
Welcome Back! In this show you will listen in on a class I taught at our Councils Program and Training Conference. This class is on the Scoutmaster Conference. I used the National Supplemental training on the subject and if you would like to follow along with the slides from the class you can download them…
There's nothing wrong with having a plan
There's nothing wrong with having a plan Plans are great. But missions are better. Missions survive when plans fail, and plans almost always fail. Seth Godin When first discussing plans with youth leaders they usually tell me the mission or goal they have in mind: "What do you have planned for the next Troop meeting?"
Changes Coming to Tour Plan Process
Since rolling out a new tour plan process to replace both the local and national tour permits earlier this year, the BSA has been gathering and listening to your input on ways to make this important procedure easier and more effective.
Jamboree staffers: Register now!
Wanna get your hands dirty at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree? Pitch in and serve on staff. There are plenty of cool jobs available to help pull off what's sure to be a memorable jamboree experience at the new Summit Bechtel Family Scout Reserve in West Virginia.
Three Lease Cars For Sale
The National Council has a trio of leased cars that are now up for sale: 1. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5S Mileage: 78,761 approximate miles Exterior color: Super black Interior color: Charcoal gray leather Asking price: $13,549 Location: LaGrange, IL Equipment/Features: 2.5L I-4 DOHC SMPI engine Bose AM/FM stereo with six CD changer Continuously variable automatic…
We Need Your Opinions to Create BSA's New Camp Standards
Are you involved in the direction or administration of camp programs in your region, area, or council on the professional or volunteer level? If so, the National Camp Standards Task Force is requesting your comments on a comprehensive revision draft to the BSA's series of national standards planned to take effect for the 2013 camping…
Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge for Boy Scouts (opens in a new tab)
Working on the Citizenship in the Community merit badge helps Boy Scouts understand their role in their local community. The Citizenship in the Community merit badge is required for the rank of Eagle Scout. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
More advancement changes (opens in a new tab)
Here are a few other advancement-related items that have been changed or clarified in the recent Guide to Advancement that affect the troop committee: If you've ever been caught short on a board of review night without enough committee members on …
Issue 275 – November 8, 2011 (opens in a new tab)
Rule No. 39 : Knowledge and intelligent can be faked; clever and witty can't. Rule No. 40 : On any campout, the gadget most needed will be the one left in a trunk in the parking lot. First things first. Let's fix an error… Dear Andy, About those "pumpkin shooters" in your last column: I'm not aware…
New look for 'Ask Andy' (opens in a new tab)
The popular and incredibly useful advice written by Andy is now on a new WordPress based website featuring vastly upgraded features to access and past columns. If you haven't found Andy yet get on over there and check it out.
Philmont Scout Ranch By The Numbers [Infographic]
Philmont Scout Ranch is the largest of the Boy Scouts of America's national high adventure bases. Located on 137,000 acres of rugged mountain terrain in New Mexico, it is the perfect place to get outdoors. So whether its backpacking, horseback riding, shooting or climbing, Philmont has something for you! Check out Philmont by the numbers.
If It's FREE, It's for ME! (opens in a new tab)
Kate and Tracy visit their 40th National Park USA. The time has come on this upcoming Veterans Day weekend for the Free Entrance Days in the National Parks. That's right-FREE! November 10-12 marks the last set of FEE-FREE days at National Parks in 2011.
Thank you, Liz! (opens in a new tab)
A big shout out to our Leave No Trace California State Advocate, Liz Williams, who represented Leave No Trace at The North Face Speaker Series in San Francisco last night. Thank you for all that you do for Leave No Trace..
Prepared. For Life.™ E-Funding Initiative Kicks Off
The BSA's exciting new e-funding tool at aplacetogive.scouting.org is now live and ready for councils to add custom items and promotions. Gary Gilger, Scout executive of the Chippewa Valley Council in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has added some customized items and is using the site to leverage a year-end James E.
Kid's Kamp (opens in a new tab)
When we met the children at KOA Kid's Kamp we knew we had some camping experts on our hands. Imagine the schooling you'd get spending your summers growing up immersed in the culture of camping. We taught the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace through an intense game of charades and showcased some artistic talents…
Look only at the individual Scout (opens in a new tab)
… Our charge as volunteers in the movement is help to create tomorrow's productive, responsible, happy citizens. We can't do that if we don't keep our doors and arms open to these young men, understanding that the "ultimate volunteer" isn't us: It's the Scout himself .
Dr Who Amusing
I am not a huge Dr Who fan but I came across this video and it amused me so I thought I would share it with you all ...
SMMPodcast # 96 The Scoutmaster Conference Live!
Welcome Back! In this show you will listen in on a class I taught at our Councils Program and Training Conference. This class is on the Scoutmaster Conference. I used the National Supplemental training on the subject and if you would like to follow along with the slides from the class you can download them…
Knowledge
He who knows not and knows not he know not; he is a fool – shun him. He who knows not and knows he knows not; he is simple- teach him. He who knows not and knows no he knows; he is asleep- wake him.
Finance Impact 'e-Letter': Nov. 15 Issue Released
Click to open Nov. 15 issue The Nov. 15 issue of the Finance Impact e-Letter has been published and is available on the Finance Impact website. As the beginning of 2012 is in sight, let's start to focus on ensuring year-end close procedures are done accurately and on time.
Tabletop Tipi Model (opens in a new tab)
Scouts who are doing a Native American themed meeting or activity can create a simple tipi model to get the idea of how these versatile dwellings are constructed. We made these at a Cub Scout training session and they were very easy.
2012 Recruitment Campaign Materials Are Here!
Strong messages, powerful imagery, and fun scenarios are elements of the 2012 national recruitment campaign, Badge of Honor, available now. The energetic campaign proves that the memorable moments associated with earning a badge, hiking a trail, or hanging out with friends are an invaluable part of the journey to being Prepared.
Scouting and Social Media – Introduction (opens in a new tab)
Our Scouts are digital natives ; they don' t know a world without computers and the internet. You and I are likely to be digital immigrants; we were raised and educated in the era before digital technology or during it's emergence .
National Association of 4-H Extension Agents Conference (opens in a new tab)
We were proud supporters of the National Association of 4-H Extension Agents conference that took place in Omaha, Nebraska last week. To show our support, we were happy to provide the give away shirts for all the attendees. Here are some pics provided by Steve Zimmers, Extension Educator, for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension in…
Venture Crew 911 Gives Back To Wounded Veterans
In this series of Adventures in Service, you will get a chance to meet Venture Crew 911 from Cincinnati, Ohio, as they help out with the Wounded Warrior Project, a project that provides programs and services to severely injured service members during the time between active duty and transition to civilian life.
Team West Goes Back To School (opens in a new tab)
Cave Junction, Oregon - This week Team west has been traveling through southern Oregon and visiting with students to talk more about enjoying the outdoors responsibly. One of the many topics discussed has been the elusive nature of Bigfoot and how kids can learn more about the seven program principles while they participate in the Bigfoot…
Scouts join nation in Remembrance Day activities (opens in a new tab)
As the nation falls silent to remember the sacrifice of those lost to two world wars and conflicts since, Scouts are serving their communities to join in the tributes.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
They went with songs to the battle, they were young. Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow. They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted, They fell...
11-11-11 Rememberance Day (opens in a new tab)
Today at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the 11th year it is 93 years since the end of the First World War and 97 years since its beginning. Did the War to End All War's do so?
Simple Indoor Flag Ceremony (opens in a new tab)
Many of our kids have not been exposed to flag etiquette before their first flag ceremony, so take the time to give them some basic instruction. This is a very simple flag ceremony for Cub Scouts to use at Den and Pack meetings.
Scouting and Social Media – Youth Protection, B.S.A. Guidelines (opens in a new tab)
Social media tools have powerful potential for communicating with Scouts and their families to share information, supplement training and educate Scouts and adult volunteers alike. As I mentioned in the last post the Boy Scouts of America has published social media guidelines that address youth protection, privacy, appropriate content and behavior.
Issue 276 – Antithetical Scouting (opens in a new tab)
War has been, for almost all peoples and all times, the purest test of manhood," stated Evan Thomas, editor at both Time and Newsweek and author of The War Lovers (Little Brown & Company, 2011). Scouting, Boy Scouting specifically, has been accused for decades of being an organization invested particularly in preparing young men for military…
11:11:11 11-11-11 (opens in a new tab)
Where were you at 11 minutes and 11 seconds after 11:00am on November 11, 2011? My son (who had the day off from school) was playing xBox and I was right here preparing for Wilderness First Aid training tomorrow. Fortunately, he hollered at me in time so I could open the PC time and save…
BSA Tiger Den Meeting 9 – How Do You Celebrate and Making Decorations (opens in a new tab)
This meeting plan covers Tiger Elective 1 - How Do You Celebrate? and Tiger Elective 2 - Making Decorations. The celebration which the plan mentions is a Blue and Gold banquet, but you could adjust this plan for a holiday celebration. [ This is a content summary only.
Inspiration
The last couple of days have been days that were inspiring for me. Inspiring in a couple of ways, lets start with Veterans Day. Our High School held its first ever "Living History Day" on Wednesday. This was a day in which the entire school honored Veterans from all era's.