March 2014 - Page 2 of 3 - Aaron On Scouting

Future Mining in Society MB counselors can get trained for free online

March 18, 2014 10 Comments

Mining in Society merit badge counselors, here’s your chance to sharpen your skills before teaching the BSA’s newest merit badge to Scouts. The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration will offer two free online trainings

An Eagle Scout in Antarctica: Icebergs, penguins and unbelievable views

March 17, 2014 1 Comment

On the bottom of the world right now, Eagle Scout Alex Houston is having an experience that tops all others. I already introduced you to Alex and told you about his time in Ushuaia, Argentina,

Adopt these 3 steps for healthier meetings, earn the Healthy Unit Patch

March 17, 2014 33 Comments

Update: April 21, 2015 — There is an updated version of this award. Click here to learn more. Drink Right, Move More, Snack Smart. Those six small words hold big power. Power to make your

Which side does the American flag go on when marching or at ceremonies?

March 14, 2014 50 Comments

Packs, troops and crews are often asked to serve as the color guard at community events. Making sure we respect the flag’s traditions is our obligation.

Interpreting ‘under the auspices’ in National Outdoor Awards requirements

March 13, 2014 133 Comments

Two perfectly reasonable people can read the same phrase and have drastically different interpretations. Just ask the U.S. Supreme Court. That happened recently in a troop in eastern Washington. The phrase in question relates to

Adopt a Highway and Scouting: How to do it right and stay safe

March 12, 2014 7 Comments

Congratulations on the newest addition to your Scouting family! This new member is two miles long, four lanes wide and could use a little TLC. Scout units that participate in their state’s Adopt-a-Highway program have

Is the American flag ‘backward’ on Scout uniforms?

March 11, 2014 253 Comments

The American flag is pre-sewn on all Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Venturing uniform shirts, meaning it’s correctly placed when you buy it.

An Eagle Scout in Antarctica: Days 1 & 2

March 10, 2014 4 Comments

Well, he made it. After enduring the 30-hour, 6,680-mile, three-flight trip from Lawrence, Kan., to Ushuaia, Argentina, Eagle Scout Alex Houston already has plenty of stories to tell. I introduced you to Alex last week. He’s

What if my Scout can’t complete the First Class swim test?

March 10, 2014 172 Comments

For three Scouts in Jeff’s troop, the toughest First Class requirement is 9B: the swim test. The boys have a fear of jumping into water over their heads.

Seriously cool: Kansas Eagle Scout leaves for Antarctica today

March 7, 2014 4 Comments

Alex, you’re not in Kansas anymore. Alex Houston, an Eagle Scout from Lawrence, Kan., is leaving today on an international expedition to Antarctica. He was selected from among several Eagle Scout applicants to represent the BSA on