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Month: September 2014

Scout Life magazine

Did you know there are two editions of Boys’ Life each month?

September 22, 2014 12

There are two editions of Boys’ Life each month — Cub Scout and Boy Scout — meaning Scouts automatically get content tailored to them.

Health and Safety

Sending #X before you drive could save a life, maybe even your own

September 19, 2014 28

Scouts and Scouters love great conversations, but those should be paused when behind the wheel. Use #X to put your handheld life on hold until you reach your destination.

Scouting archives

Relive past World Scout Jamborees with Scouting magazine covers

September 18, 2014 4

View cover images from the Scouting magazine archives to get inspired for the upcoming 2015 World Scout Jamboree July 28 to Aug. 8 in Kirara-hama, Japan.

Fun

‘What Does the Fox Say?’ duo back with knot song

September 18, 2014 27

They’ve told us what the fox says, and now the Norwegian duo Ylvis is back with a video Scouts should enjoy. It’s about the trucker’s hitch, a useful knot.

Camping

Print this camping packing list to make sure no item gets left behind

September 18, 2014 53

You’ll realize you forgot that essential piece of gear at the worst possible time. Prevent camping frustrations with a comprehensive camping packing list.

Scouting in the News

Scouts, Venturers and Explorers help open new San Francisco 49ers stadium

September 17, 2014 8

On Sept. 14, 180 Boy Scouts, Venturers, Explorers and adult leaders helped open Levi’s Stadium, the San Francisco 49ers’ new home in Santa Clara, Calif.

Scouting Tips

‘Why We Do This’: One Scoutmaster’s thoughts will inspire you

September 17, 2014 25

“When it’s all said and done, it’s not about me or the other adult leaders in camp. It’s about the Scouts, and I’m proud to be their Scoutmaster.”

Health and Safety

Are there restrictions on ax sizes in Scouting?

September 16, 2014 30

Splitting firewood, clearing fallen trees, completing service projects — Scouts use axes in a variety of ways. But are there restrictions on ax size?

Sea Base

You can teach a Scout to fish — with proper training

September 15, 2014 13

At Certified Angling Instructor Training, attendees learn to run fishing programs at summer camp and instruct the Fishing and Fly-Fishing merit badges.

Scouting in the News

Esquire: ‘Are There Still Boy Scouts?’

September 12, 2014 54

Esquire magazine profiles the Boy Scouts of America’s National President, Robert M. Gates, in its October 2014 issue, on newsstands now.

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Aaron Derr is the senior editor of Aaron on Scouting and Scout Life magazine, and also a former Cubmaster and Scouts BSA volunteer.


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