September 2014 KNOTS Cartoon - Pet Tick at Camp (opens in a new tab)
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Scoutmaster Podcast 233 (opens in a new tab)
Sponsored By ScoutmasterCG.com Backers Working with the patrol leaders's council is a Scoutmaster's single greatest responsibility… …listen in to a recording of my patrol leader's council at camp this summer. I answer emails about motivating older Scouts, dealing with interference from parents, and helping define Scout camping for new parents.
New OA Arrowman Service Award to Honor Order's 100th Year
Starting in July this year through December 2015, Arrowmen in good standing with the BSA, their local council, and their Order of the Arrow lodge will be able to commemorate the Order of the Arrow centennial by working to complete the Arrowman Service Award.
What are you doing?
If you ask ten youth in Scouting about what is important to them, you will get ten different answers. The same will be with the Adults, but completely opposite of the youth. Generally speaking. As I surf online forums, read …
Strengthen Your Council's Fishing Lineup With the Certified Angler Instructor Program
To help councils understand the great opportunity that fishing offers for recruitment and retention, it takes a local champion. That is what the Certified Angler Instructor (CAI) program is all about! Trained champions can promote the need for a good fishery and recruit more CAIs within the council as well as qualified merit badge councilors…
Ideas for healthy Scout snacks for your next meeting (opens in a new tab)
Smart, healthy Scout snacks are the focus of Part 3 in the three principles of healthy living known as Drink Right, Move More, Snack Smart.
Selecting volunteers (opens in a new tab)
As we get back into high gear with our pack and troop programs, we may find that we've had some "churn" in our adult commitments. Perhaps a family moved away over the summer or decided on a shift in priorities. When that happens, an adult who made a commitment to volunteer in our unit is
Outsmarting Poison Ivy and Other Poisonous Plants (opens in a new tab)
First… uh-oh, itching. Then…surprise, a red rash. And finally… oh-boy, blisters. These symptoms of poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac can start within a few hours or several days after exposure to the plant oil found in the sap of these poisonous plants.
Webelos Requirements (opens in a new tab)
Laurie sent in this question: Hi! I just became my 4th grade sons Webelos Den Leader..since nobody else stepped up. I printed out the Webelos Den Meeting Plans…There are 18 listed. Do I need to get all of these done between September and May?
Changes to OA Lodge Chartering Process Coming Soon
At the May 2014 BSA national annual meeting, the national Order of the Arrow committee accepted a resolution that OA LodgeMaster (OALM) become the sole means of submitting lodge charter and Journey to Excellence (JTE) petitions. In order to receive a 2016 charter, lodges will need to have all of their membership information migrated to…
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Nature Requirements (opens in a new tab)
Hiking 4 miles just as the sun came up today offered me a cool, crisp, clean, clear hour outside. I was reminded that fall is just around the corner and summer is fading quickly as schools are open and wearing white is now a no-no.
Rocket Academy: Cub Scout Recruiting Event (opens in a new tab)
Boys and rockets make a great combination, so why not host a Rocket Academy recruiting event? Read all the details here!
RT @scouting: Snack Smart: How four Scout leaders successfully banished junk food http://t.co/mQ1cMwTYUW (opens in a new tab)
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Issue 412 – September 3, 2014 (Posted from Stavanger, Norway) (opens in a new tab)
Issue 412 – September 3, 2014 ________________________________________ Dear Andy, A while back, you published a letter about a Scout who had been denied his Eagle rank at his board of review for the dubious claim that he “lacked Scout spirit.” I nearly cried when I read that letter.
Today in Scouting History...Sept. 2, 1912 (opens in a new tab)
Did you know, 102 year ago today (September 2, 1912) Arthur Eldred was presented Eagle Scout, becoming the first Scout to achieve Scouting's highest rank. Image from this source. Find out more by reading this great pamphlet: http://www.nesa.org/PDF/58-435.pdf And for the really ambitious readers, try the book Four Percent by Michael Malone, a Bay Area…
Learn More About the LDS Church at the LDS-BSA Relationships Conference
We would like to invite you, your LDS-BSA Relationships Chairman and LDS-BSA staff advisor to join us at our October LDS-BSA Relationships conference held in conjunction with the semi-annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Merit badge pamphlets and leader materials on your Kindle (opens in a new tab)
Selected merit badge pamphlets, leader materials and the Fieldbook are now available on Kindle devices or via the Kindle app on phones and tablets.
Fire Pit Fun (opens in a new tab)
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RT @BoysLifeAaron: Where Does Boys' Life Get Ideas For Scout Stories? http://t.co/o0xB23gk5e (opens in a new tab)
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On Your Mark, Get Set, Roundtable! (opens in a new tab)
Last night was the first Tuesday of September. That means the Scenic District roundtables have started once again! I must have done something right last year as the assistant roundtable commissioner because Commissioner Al asked me back for a second year.
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Boy Scout Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award
Last week we looked at the Cub Scout Outdoor Ethics Awareness award. There is also a Boy Scout Outdoor Ethics Awareness award (and another award for Venturers). So today we will look at the requirements for Boy Scouts. By earning this award, Boy Scouts become more aware of the principles of Leave No Trace and…
Keep Your Camping Gear Dry
If you think the advice in this infographic is nutty, heretical, or (to be charitable) merely inadvisable; so did I until I tried it. I first read about this in Cliff Jacobson's book Camping's Top Secrets . Jacobson is an author, wilderness guide, Distinguished Eagle Scout, and a regular contributor to Scouting Magazine .
Finance Impact e-Letter: September 1 Issue is Out
Click to open the Sept. 1 issue The September 1 issue of the Finance Impact e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue, you can read more about special discounts for Scouting families on SAT and ACT test prep programs, as well as an asset management update, and information on an upcoming…
This Video Will Make You Want To Pack Your Bags For Japan (opens in a new tab)
The 23rd World Scout Jamboree will be hosted by Japan in the Yamaguchi Prefecture . (In Japan, a prefecture is kind of like what we here in the U.S. call states.) There will be lots of things to do , but maybe the best part of the whole thing is just getting the opportunity to meet and…
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Register Now for the 2014 Sustainability Summit
Join us October 27-30, 2014 at the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia to discover how to leverage the BSA's sustainability efforts and inspire your council's youth, staff, and alumni. In addition to the main conference, we are holding a special pre-conference workshop called Principles of Sustainability-Understanding its Terminology and Practices-where you will learn skills to…
In the '60s, the Minnesota Vikings chartered an Explorer post (opens in a new tab)
In the '60s, the Minnesota Vikings Football Club sponsored an Explorer Post. They held mock drafts, toured the team's stadium and met with sports reporters.
What goes into a basic emergency preparedness kit? (opens in a new tab)
Health and Safety guru Richard Bourlon discusses the basic emergency preparedness kit and more readiness tips in the September 2014 edition of CubCast.
It Is Popcorn Season (opens in a new tab)
It is the season for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts across central Minnesota to be out knocking on doors to sell popcorn! I already have my 30 pack case of microwave popcorn ordered. How about you? Or do you need a Boy Scout to stop by your house so that you can place an order?
Consumer Product Safety Commission Issues Recall on Some 2014 GT Fury Mountain Bikes
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's direction. We were recently made aware of another recall initiated by the CPSC regarding 2014 GT Fury Expert and Fury Team downhill…
Remembering Joan Rivers, a friend of Scouting (opens in a new tab)
Though her comedy was rarely Scout-appropriate, Joan Rivers, who died today at age 81, was a friend of Scouting.
Little League and Scouting
Contributor Dave Klein lives in Southern California with his wife and two Boy Scout sons. He has been involved in numerous adult leader positions within both Cub and Boy Scouts for 11 years. Dave is Woodbadge trained and has served as Assistant Scoutmaster for eight years.
Dreaming of Philmont? 2016 Reservations Begin Soon!
An exciting summer of activities may have just wrapped up at the BSA's four high-adventure bases, but it's never too soon to start planning for future treks! Philmont will begin accepting 2016 reservation entries this fall- learn how you can start planning now !
Get Ready For The BSA's Kindle Library (opens in a new tab)
Get Ready For The BSA's Kindle Library The Boy Scouts of America is in the process of making its merit badge pamphlets available for purchase on Amazon's Kindle platform. That means you'll be able to download the pamphlets (and other official BSA books) on any Kindle device , or through any of the free Kindle reader…
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2015 OA Lodge Matching Service Grant Applications Due Oct. 31
If your Order of the Arrow lodge plans a council camp or service center project during 2015, you can apply now for a 2015 OA Matching Service Grant. All lodges applying for the grant must have been a 2013 JTE Lodge (bronze level or higher) and should not have received a grant from the OA…
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RT @scouting: Remembering Joan Rivers, a friend of Scouting http://t.co/CUzXjSO7Xs (opens in a new tab)
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Lease Car for Sale: 2012 Ford F-150 4×4 Super Cab XL
The National Council has the following lease vehicle for sale: 2012 Ford F-150 4×4 Super Cab XL Approximate mileage: 64,474 miles Exterior color: Tuxedo Black metallic Interior color: Steel gray vinyl Asking price: $17,800 Location: Charlotte, N.C. Equipment/Features: 3.7L V6 FFV Running boards Electronic 6-speed automatic transmission Power windows/locks Trailer tow package Plastic bed liner…
New Sea Base Scuba Complex Opens
The final inspection was passed and the first divers began using the new Sea Base Scuba Complex shortly before the last crews departed for the summer. According to a recent post made on the Sea Base Facebook page , the new facility will be a huge boost to the high-adventure base's programs, particularly the Scuba Certification…
2015 World Jamboree: Five Fun Facts!
(Reposted from Boys' Life magazine's Scouting Around blog .) The time to register for the 2015 World Scout Jamboree is now. Just in case you're still on the fence, here are few things you need to know … 1. Where is it?
Throwback Thursday: History of Webelos (opens in a new tab)
In today's Cub Scouting, the ranks go Tiger, Wolf, Bear, & Webelos. Webelos is an 18-month (some say two year) program. Though when I was a scout my understand is that is was just one year (though my memory certainly isn't that good).
LFL Newsletter: September Issue Features LFL License Agreement, Professional Certifications, and More
Click to open the September issue The September issue of the Learning for Life newsletter has been published and is available online. In this issue, you can read more about changes in store for the Exploring program and related materials, as well as access the 2014-2015 LFL License Agreement, learn about professional certifications, and more.
Is there a time limit for completing a merit badge? (opens in a new tab)
The simple answer: There is no time limit for completing a merit badge except for the Scout's 18th birthday.
A beginner's guide to the patrol method (opens in a new tab)
The patrol method isn't one way to run a troop. It's the only way. But how does it work? Find out in the September 2014 ScoutCast.
The 2014 Scouting Village Pieces (opens in a new tab)
I arrived at the Central Minnesota Council office early for Tuesday night's roundtable so I spent some time checking out the Scout Shop. There was only a couple of us looking around when the clerk asked me if she could help me find anything, like books, awards, Christmas items… The mention of Christmas items caught…
'Contracting 101' Webinar Will Help Take Fear Out of Contract Process
Dreading the next contract you have to deal with? Are your eyes burning already at the mere thought of all that "legalese" and fine print? Never fear-"Contracting 101" is here. The Legal department, in collaboration with the Properties department, will present a live one-hour webinar, "Contracting 101," on September 10 , beginning at 12:30 pm Central…
Training Times: Summer Issue Features Updates on MyScouting Tools and Upcoming Training Opportunities (opens in a new tab)
The summer issue of Training Times is out ! We are sorry for the delay but there are a couple of items in there that we wanted to finish/release before we sent it out. Look on the "Training Updates" page, and and share it with your trainer friends.
Rallying the boys! (opens in a new tab)
This week we're kicking off the big recruiting push. I've been involved in a number of activities: Helping a fledgling pack we started last year get their recruiting drive underway, plan some activities and try to get more parents involved. They limped along last year with about ten boys and a bit of turnover, but
Register Now for the 2014 National Aquatics Workshop
Join us for the biannual National Aquatics Workshop at the Florida Sea Base October 22-26. This workshop is designed for anyone, volunteer or professional, engaged with aquatics activities at the local council, area, region, or national level. Sessions will include updates on what is new to aquatics, updates on aquatics programs of emphasis, and feedback…
A video sneak peek at 'Fantasy League' by Mike Lupica http://t.co/XkgtdAsb3M (opens in a new tab)
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'Build an Adventure' With New National Recruiting Campaign
Earlier this year, we unveiled the multiyear recruitment campaign called "Build an Adventure," that will give everyone a fresh look at all Scouting has to offer. The campaign was designed for use in 2015; however, when we unveiled the campaign at this year's National Annual Meeting, many councils requested assets this year so they could…
A BL reader went to the Super Bowl thanks to the NFL. Here's your chance to participate in the big game. Details: http://t.co/ksUKaouJmv (opens in a new tab)
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Why we do this -or- God, I love being a Scoutmaster (opens in a new tab)
This Scout has been in the troop for about a year and a half. Off the cuff, I may have posted about him, and all the troubles that we've had, which included getting suspended twice for his behaviors. The second suspension was to be his last…anymore issues and he was going to be asked to…
W3N Conclave (opens in a new tab)
Enjoying the patch trading class at Conclave!
B.P.'s Blog – Patrol Reports (opens in a new tab)
During his lifetime Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the worldwide Scouting movement, wrote many books and articles directed to Scouters. Each Sunday I'll publish a selection from his writings in the hope that you'll draw inspiration and understanding from his timeless ideas.
Trip Report: Section W3N Conclave (opens in a new tab)
Thing 1 and I had the pleasure of joining 500 other Arrowmen at the Section W3N Conclave this weekend. Lodges Amangi Nacha (my lodge), Orca, Talako, Tannu, and Ut-in Selica make up Section W3N. One of the really fun parts was the size of this conclave, one of the biggest for our section yet.
Four options for retiring worn-out American flags (opens in a new tab)
Burn them, recycle them, donate them — Scouts and Scouters have a number of options for retiring worn-out American flags.
So you're a new Cubmaster! (opens in a new tab)
Maybe when they asked for volunteers to step forward, everybody else took a step backward. Perhaps you were approached by the pack committee chair who lured you in, telling you "it's only an hour a week." Or you always wanted to be the big guy up front and you didn't see anyone else brave enough
Basic rock climbing equipment (opens in a new tab)
What basic equipment do I need to go rock climbing with friends? Q. What kind of basic equipment do I need to go rock climbing with some friends? – Bouldering Brandon, via email A. If you're headed to a climbing gym, it's easy: Most gyms rent everything you need.
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Celebrate International Literacy Day by checking out a new book. Start here: http://t.co/jnyECLU0nl #ILD14 (opens in a new tab)
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Podcast 234 – Assume Goodwill (opens in a new tab)
Sponsored By ScoutmasterCG.com Backers Getting along has more to do with us than others… I get plenty of email from folks who are having problems getting along with their fellow volunteers or Scouts. Is there a simple answer that would resolve most conflicts and difficulties in Scouting?
Encouraging Cub Scouts to Read (opens in a new tab)
Although Cub Scouts is an active program, it can encourage our boys to read more too.
NHL 15 game review (opens in a new tab)
BL's NHL 15 review — Stand up and cheer … This is not the same old NHL video game: My first sign that NHL 15 isn't the same old NHL game came when L.A. Kings goalie Jonathan Quick flailed to the left to deny me a goal on a one-timer.
BL's NHL 15 review -- Stand up and cheer ... This is not the same old NHL video game: http://t.co/s6JTMUan50 (opens in a new tab)
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RT @philtill777: Ya wanna tweet predictions into an asteroid time capsule on #NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission? Here's how: http://t.co/4t0JSAzYMm (opens in a new tab)
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RT @90secondnewbery: On @Jon_Scieszka's birthday, it's only fitting to celebrate Birthday/Battle Bunny style! http://t.co/m4PCH3fkpT (opens in a new tab)
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Celebrate International Literacy Day (today!) by checking out a new book. Start here: http://t.co/jnyECLU0nl #ILD14 (opens in a new tab)
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RT @scouting: Vote for Kenneth, the Eagle who invented a life-changing Alzheimer's device, in Google Science Fair. http://t.co/PWNNtLRZ4P (opens in a new tab)
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Issue 413 – September 9, 2014 (Posted from Hambrug, Germany) (opens in a new tab)
Issue 413 – September 9, 2014 ________________________________________ Hi Andy, You’ve told us many times how to remove a volunteer, but how do you remove a Scout Executive and a Council President? Without going into all the gory details, our council has these two guys who subscribe to the “My Way or Highway” school of management.
2014 Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree-on-the-Internet (opens in a new tab)
The 57th Jamboree-on-the-Air and the 18th Jamboree-on-the-Internet will be held on Oct. 18 and 19, 2014.
Scout's Energy, Eagerness, & Anticipation
Boys can hardly wait to go on hikes, sleep in tents, and cook meals in the open. They are eager to master the skills of Scouting and to put into practice what they are learning. They want to share experiences with their friends.
Interview with Philmont Staffer Patrick Lynch
Check out my conversation with Scouter and Philmont Staffer Patrick Lynch.
Scouts in the News (opens in a new tab)
Here's a few news blips about Scouts this week. The good, the bad, and the ugly. Most Pathetic - troop treasurer embezzles $16K from scouts. This is a way too common occurrence. A few tips to help prevent this sort of thing: Use checks rather than credit cards.
RT @bryanonscouting: I enjoy videogaming in my spare time, so @BoysLife let me review "NHL 15," a terrific new hockey game. http://t.co/RBslAGf6fn (opens in a new tab)
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All About Patrols (opens in a new tab)
The page below is a message I had written to my troop a while ago. We weren't really following the program, and the advice I had was to stick to the program as it is in the book (which I believe is the way a troop should run).
How Boys' Life and Scouting magazines get story ideas (opens in a new tab)
We get most of the story ideas for the Scout outings featured in Boys' Life and Scouting from Scouts and Scouters like you.
Have your say in the new Venturing uniforms (opens in a new tab)
It's time to update the Venturing uniform, and the BSA's older-youth program wants your help. Answer these six questions to get started.
What Weighs Us Down? (opens in a new tab)
My Philmont pack started out at 45 pounds in 2005. My long-distance hiking pack now weighs under 25 pounds. You can see the difference in this image. My time on trail is much more enjoyable and there is nothing I used to carry that I'd still like to have along but don't.
Two Scout Pioneering Techniques (opens in a new tab)
Here's two relatively little-known Scout pioneering methods that are well worth investigating. CatDrill This new (to me at least!) Scout pioneering technique originated with the Italian Scout Group Trento1 . CatDrill combines classic pioneering and froissartage (see below). This technique uses smaller diameter wooden poles or branches and lighter cordage to make sturdy joints that can…
The 2014-2015 Program Of Troop 68 (opens in a new tab)
This month is the beginning of the new 2014-2015 program for the Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68. The Scouts got together one Saturday last month and plotted out their monthly themes and activities for another year. A few of the traditional outings made it in, and a few new ones joined the program.
How to pack a backpack (opens in a new tab)
BL Essentials video: How to pack a backpack When it comes to experiencing the outdoors, nothing beats backpacking. But carrying around all that gear on a trail isn't easy. Here are some ways you can make it easier by packing the right way: Stuff you won't need until reaching camp should go deeper in your…
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Vogue article proves the words 'Eagle Scout' speak volumes (opens in a new tab)
The author tells a story about her perilous quest to find love in her late 50s. Then she meets the perfect guy, and, yep, he's an Eagle Scout.
RT @NBCNews: Last known 9/11 rescue dog still lending a helping paw http://t.co/0jIyQPTtCn http://t.co/rZOdREOEPS (opens in a new tab)
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Seeing the Forest for the Trees (opens in a new tab)
Scouts that join our units begin their walk on the Eagle Trail through our program forest. This forest of Scouting has much to offer the passer-by. When you enter the forest the trail is clearly marked and a guide is provided.
Throwback Thursday: El Dorado District Pinewood Derby Championships (opens in a new tab)
I happened to just be surfing the web last night, one of those days where you google your own name to see what comes up. I stumbled on this article from a local newspaper. Nothing amazing or earth-shattering but it was a fun little event. I've helped a couple years since as well. http://zoomfolsom.com/2012/04/21/cub-scout-pinewood-derby-championships/
Today's readers are tomorrow's leaders. This number should be higher. http://t.co/3ZiqOwOTXM @huffpostbooks (opens in a new tab)
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Building your first treehouse (opens in a new tab)
A simple treehouse, 6 feet off the ground in a willow with multiple stems. Tree houses are a fun and challenging pioneering project (if the safety rules of your Scout Association allow them) that provide a memorable adventure. But starting with a 9 metre high platform isn't easy.
Enter the NFL Play 60 Super Kid contest (opens in a new tab)
Show the NFL why your child is the next NFL Play 60 Super Kid, and your family could win a trip to Super Bowl XLIX.
Esquire magazine: 'Are There Still Boy Scouts?' (opens in a new tab)
Esquire magazine profiles the Boy Scouts of America's National President, Robert M. Gates, in its October 2014 issue, on newsstands now.
Stonehenge! This is fascinating: http://t.co/vOYFJFPZze (opens in a new tab)
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We will always remember
September 11, 2001 is one of those dates that will forever be ingrained in my memory. And yesterday, on the 13 th anniversary, I along with millions of others spent it honoring the memory of the innocent victims, first responders and others who were affected by this terrible moment in history.
Challenge your skills with 18 new holes on two tough courses in... (opens in a new tab)
Challenge your skills with 18 new holes on two tough courses in BL's new minigolf game! Challenge your skills with 18 new holes on two tough courses in Westy's new miniature golf game!
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The Right Way To Load A Backpack (opens in a new tab)
At first, you might think it doesn't matter. "Sure, I'll just throw my rain jacket in the very bottom of my backpack. What could possibly go wrong?" Then it suddenly starts raining, and you have to unload the whole pack just to get to that rain jacket.