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June 2018 Time to make: 2 hours Boys Life "Slide of the Month" March 1963, page 30 Original design: William Poese A survival kit in a neckerchief slide! This project has a coat hanger "pack frame" to hold the shape of the pack, a leather pack, and a wooden peg closure.
Peace out, plastic utensils. See ya, styrofoam. Ciao, coffee creamers in individual packets. By instituting some simple, environmentally friendly changes, Troops 3, 5 and 9 of Wilmette, Ill., have dramatically reduced their waste at the troops’ annual pancake breakfast. How dramatic?
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We recently bought some new patio furniture. If you’ve ever done the same, you realize that it most likely comes to you in pieces and you need to put it together yourself. The large Swedish-based retailer whose logo shares colors with Cub Scouting (you know who I mean) is well-known for their quality and price…
Former First Lady Laura Bush addressed the BSA’s national meeting on May 24 in Dallas, giving an impassioned speech about literacy, her family and the BSA’s role in shaping young lives. Mrs. Bush, who lives in Dallas with her husband, President George W.
“She’s excited about wearing [her father’s] Cub Scout shirt,” said grandfather Dan O’Brian, Scout Executive of the Abraham Lincoln Council, to WAND 17 . For Natasha, wearing the Cub Scout shirt is more than just donning a new uniform – the clothes hold a special meaning to her and her family.
Philmont staff members camped at the Colfax County Fairgrounds during their evacuation over the weekend. While staff members were permitted to return to base camp, the condition of the backcountry has not drastically improved. Update, 8 a.m. June 6 : The Ute Park Fire spans 36,800 acres and is 30 percent contained.
________________________________________ Hi Andy, On a Scout’s position(s) of responsibility relative to six months’ tenure in one or more slots, I advise our adult volunteers that if there’s a Scout who has this position but isn’t showing up to fulfill its responsibilities, then it’s time to remove the Scout from that position.
Continuous improvement is a big part of Scouting. Whether you’re 8 or 80, you’re never really done learning to be a better Scout. Continuous improvement is a big part of the BSA’s Journey to Excellence standards, as well. Rather than rolling out the same JTE scorecards every year, the JTE team meets yearly to make…
An Eagle Scout might be on vacation, but his desire to help others in need never takes a break. Joseph M. of the Grand Columbia Council was on vacation with his family in Maui when he spotted a man from the beach struggling in the water and screaming for help.
Pack 246 of Woodland Hills, Calif., isn’t just a group of Cub Scouts and their parents. Pack 246 is a family. So when Chris L. was hospitalized with pneumonia last week, his packmates were there for him — standing right outside his hospital window with signs and the Pack 246 banner.
This fun activity will teach Cub Scouts how to safely and correctly use hand tools and will give them an opportunity to practice their new skills.
Some walk, run or bike to support the fight against cancer. These guys paddle, paddle and then paddle some more. Think of it as Relay for Life, with kayaks. This month, two Eagle Scouts, each of whom turned his passion for Scouting into a career with the BSA, are part of a team kayaking from…
Have fun, ride safe and respect the outdoors. Riding an all-terrain vehicle, like one of the Polaris ATVs found at select BSA council camps, is really as simple as following those three steps. But what about those of us who crave a little more guidance before hopping aboard one of these fun and functional machines?
Left: Julie Anderson of the Orange County Council, with her family. Right: Claire Osterman of the Cascade Pacific Council at the 2013 Jamboree with the stars of the National Geographic Channel series "Are You Tougher Than a Boy Scout?" Anderson and Osterman serve as their councils' Family Scouting Directors.
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Hiking boots are made for walking, and life jackets are made for canoeing. As for camp chairs, those are made for sitting down at summer camp. In fact, I’m going to say camp chairs are the most important piece of gear an adult leader can pack for their weeklong Scouting sojourn.
Scout Johnathan M. designed wheelchair swing for Eagle Scout project. Johnathan M., 16, of the Michigan Crossroads Council understands that children who rely on wheelchairs may have a more challenging time at the park during playtime – but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t have access to the same fun as other children.
Though completing an Eagle Scout project is a necessary requirement to ascend to the Eagle rank, many Scouts forge a personal connection with their service projects and hope that it will mean as much to others as it does the Scout.
You know how incredible Scouting is—the experiences, the adventure, the learning, and how it all comes together to create your own unique Scouting journey. But how can you help the rest of your community understand this? Two words: media coverage.
Due to fire, many Philmont treks have been cancelled and the crew advisors contacted. In case you're still thinking of alternative adventures, or just to be aware for future treks, here's some other cool places to Scout around the country.
Robert Podboy loves Scout summer camp. This month, he’s attending his 59th consecutive one at Sinoquipe Scout Reservation in Pennsylvania. “I do enjoy camping and still go hiking as long as it’s not too strenuous,” the 88-year-old retired optometrist says.
We understand what it takes to be a volunteer – the tireless commitment, selflessness, dedication, strength, knowledge, and the list goes on. Those are qualities that exemplify the men and women in Scouting, and we appreciate their efforts everyday. Volunteers like Chad Frisque are combining his talents in technology, theatre and service to enrich his life…
Looking for a fun wood project for Cub Scouts? Check out this handmade wooden candy dispenser! Great for the Baloo the Builder and Built It adventures.
The Boy Scouts of America and Jack Link’s ® have teamed up for an exclusive multi-year partnership, making Jack Link’s “The Official Protein Snack of the Boy Scouts of America.” Boy Scouts of America & Jack Links: A Natural Partnership Teaming up with Jack Link’s is not only a tasty partnership attuned to the needs of any…
For Nathan Fain, the toughest part of completing his Eagle Scout project wasn’t building an innovative musical playground or making sure it was fully accessible for students with physical or mental challenges. And it wasn’t raising $40,000 for the project or leading 19 fellow teenagers who helped him complete the work.
2018 Time to make: 2 hours Original design: Bill Macfarlane So I was thinking, what would I like in a survival kit that could fit inside a neckerchief slide like the one from William Poese. Well I would want a good length of paracord but where to put it?
No matter the uniform or country, a Scout is a Scout. From left: Scouts and leaders from Brazil, Nigeria, Iceland and the United Kingdom. Scouting is a global movement, and soccer is a global game. Now that the 2018 FIFA World Cup has arrived, I thought I’d offer a Scouting-focused look at the 32 countries…
At Hargrave Military Academy, cadets learn traits like respect, courage and integrity. They practice putting others before themselves. They become leaders who are prepared for lifelong success. Sounds a lot like Scouting to me. It’s tough to imagine a school sharing more values in common with Scouting than Hargrave Military Academy located in Chatham, Va.
Looking scientists for the Webelos and Arrow of Light Adventures in Science elective adventure? Here are 15 not-so-obvious options for your Cub Scouts!
The National Scouting Alumni and Friends committee has launched a new online training for Scout executives, council Scouting Alumni and Friends committee chairs, committee members, and anyone interested in learning more about Scouting Alumni and Friends. Working with Scouting U, the Scouting Alumni and Friends Training Committee developed training to meet the needs of the…
On your next walk in the woods, encourage your Scouts to look closer at what’s around them. In fact, why not make a game out of it? A Scouter in California has created a Backcountry Bingo Hunt game to encourage his Scouts to pay attention to the natural world.
On my honor, I will do my duty to God… These familiar words open the Scout Oath, one of the fundamental guideposts of our movement and one which establishes our values. It’s always been part of Scouting, and was recently reaffirmed at the National Annual Meeting as a key part of all of our programs.
When it comes to gaining perspective about life, it’s hard to beat the view from the top of the world. Matt Moniz, a 20-year-old Eagle Scout and the BSA’s first Adventure Ambassador , made it to the summit of Mount Everest on May 20, 2018.
Congratulations to John M. Cary, who will serve as Scout executive of LaSalle Council in South Bend, Indiana, effective July 16, 2018. John began his Scouting career as a district executive at Lincoln Heritage Council in Louisville, Kentucky. He moved on to become assistant Scout executive with Pine Tree Council in Portland, Maine, and, later…
________________________________________ Dear Andy, Thank you for your support with my son, as his counselor for Communication merit badge and helping him promote the Order of the Arrow in his troop. While he was fulfilling the requirements for Communication, he needed to attend a city council meeting to take notes.
Addison Foli thought he should head for a career in marine biology, but after one semester, he realized college wasn’t for him. Back to the drawing board. What job should the Gainesville, Fla., Eagle Scout pursue? His godfather — an electrician — suggested he look into a trade field.
This summer, all kids are invited to say, “Scout Me In,” as they join the fun, adventure and character-building opportunities found in Cub Scouts. The new Scout Me In campaign features girls and boys in its iconic Cub Scout program for the first time.
Scouting offers young people a place to belong and build character – a place that represents the best of America and what it means to be an American. For Scouts in Troop 1532, they’ve come a long way from home in hopes of making a new home in America.
Join us as we welcome Matt Hill to his new role as Scout executive of Mid-Iowa Council in Des Moines, Iowa, effective August 1, 2018. Matt began his Scouting career as a district executive at Western Alaska Council in Anchorage, Alaska.
Getting started with the Cub Scout Nova awards is easier than you may think! This post will walk you through how to earn the Nova Swing! award.
Jennifer Urban (left) and Miriam Linver are co-directors of the Research on Youth Thriving and Evaluation Institute at Montclair State University. We know adult leaders play a vital role in developing character in Scouts and Venturers. But how does that character development happen?
Service is a given part of Scouting, so naturally, it’s a part of Scouting’s National Annual Meetings. During the 2018 National Annual Meeting in Dallas, RISE, a women-led BSA resource group, collaborated with the Office of Diversity to organize a service project benefitting young people in North Texas communities.
Hey world, let’s get together for a chat. The 2018 Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree-on-the-Internet, empowering Scouts and Venturers to communicate with other Scouts from around the world, will be Oct. 19 to 21. Add the weekend of Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA) and/or Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI) fun to your unit, district or council calendar.
Going camping with Scouts gets you out of your comfort zone, but that doesn’t mean your campsite needs to be uncomfortable. After a full day of Scouting adventures, you’re ready to relax at camp. By following the five tips below, powered by our friends at Thermacell, you can make roughing it a little less rough.
At a similar fishing event last year in New York, Christian Carter of Pack 409 in Brooklyn, N.Y., proved that fish can be found anywhere — like right in the middle of one of the world's busiest cities. Professional bass fisherman Tom Redington calls it fishing’s biggest “urban legend.”
Join us as we congratulate Dennis J. Dugan, who will serve as Scout executive of Susquehanna Council in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, effective July 16, 2018. Dennis began his Scouting career as a district executive at Otschodela Council in Oneonta, New York.
________________________________________ Last week, Scouter Joe Martinez, who had just completed YPT, asked about the “no more than two-year tent-mate age difference for Boy Scouts” and as part of his question wondered since, as he described it, “…youth sharing tents should not be more than two years apart in age…but it doesn’t say ‘must,’ so is it…
Scuba diving in enchanting aquamarine waters, sailing in a bay adorned with a lush mountainous backdrop, savoring a delicious fish and rice dinner cooked in leaves and bamboo. Sounds like a great vacation, right? It also sounds like Powder Horn at Hawaii’s Aloha Council .
New Cub Scout Anna F. led the opening ceremony for Pack 42 for the very first time, complete with flags, Scout salutes and pledges. But that’s not the only way she’s leading the pack. Seven-year-old Anna is one of the first girls to join Cub Scouts, blazing a trail behind her for many other eager…
A galaxy of supposition surrounds the modern age of space exploration, but a team of STEM Scouts is out to answer the burning question at the top of everyone’s mind—can you make pizza in space? Five high school STEM Scouts from Garden State Council are on a mission to solve the cosmic pizza puzzle, as…
A requirement for the Cub Scout Nova award Swing! is to read books or watch shows about motion or simple machines. Here are 20 suggestions for them.
Congratulations to Rodney Cousin, who will serve as Scout executive of Tukabatchee Area Council in Montgomery, Alabama, effective August 1, 2018. Rodney began his Scouting career as a district executive at Bay Area Council in Galveston, Texas. He moved on to become the senior Exploring executive and, later, district director and Learning for Life director…
Instead of dropping $1,000 or more to buy an inflatable gaga pit, a group of Cub Scout leaders in South Carolina found a better solution. They created their own. With half a roll of duct tape and a dozen pool rafts, the leaders built a homemade playing area for this unofficial sport of Scouting.
Summer 2018 has just begun, but excitement continues to build for next summer’s premier Scouting event. The 2019 World Scout Jamboree is less than 400 days away, and it’s not too late to join this global Scouting celebration happening in our backyard.
I wasn't sure if I was going to post a blog about this or not, but I keep hearing things that bother me just enough that I decided to do it. As you know, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that, on 31 December 2019, the church will " conclude its relationship as…
Top row, from left: CJ Ahern, Brian Klotsche, Mike Fillizola, Ethan Rockitter, Nick Sadocha, Freddy Parola, Mike Mitchell, Benjamin Schablin, Stephen Vaiano, Ryan Krieger and County Legislator Steve Rhoads. Front row, from left: Matt Seaman, Peter Rowan, Thomas Kittelberger, Logan Von Runnen and Nick Cammarata.
Please join us in congratulating Marcal W. Young, who will serve as Scout executive of Quapaw Area Council in Little Rock, Arkansas, effective August 1, 2018. Marcal began his Scouting career as a district executive at New Orleans Area Council in Metairie, Louisiana.
It’s monumental enough being one of the first girls to join Cub Scouts as part of the BSA’s early adopter program – but Ana G. is also one of the first Latina girls to join the program, and she’s showcasing how Scouting is a great fit for families of all backgrounds.
