Looking for the perfect gift for a Scout? The December issue of Scout Life magazine is packed tighter than a stocking on Christmas morning.
Snag yours now, and read on to preview what’s in the latest issue.
Holidays around the world
You know how you celebrate the holidays, but what about customs outside of your family’s? Find out how cheer spreads to every corner of the globe in this month’s Heads Up.
Stories from Scouts like yours
This month’s readers’ page is full of personal triumphs for a Scout who says a trip to Philmont Scout Ranch was truly life-changing. You’ve gotta check this one out to hear from a real Scout about what makes the Scouting program awesome.
Ask Us Anything: cooking and conflict management
This month’s Ask Us Anything column tackles camp cooking blues with helpful seasoning tips and introduces some clever ideas for defusing an angry little brother (parents of siblings know the struggle is real).
Winter trek at Mount Norris Scout Reservation

‘Tis the season to bundle up! Check out a story about Scouts who headed to Vermont for an unforgettable cold-weather adventure in the winter trek program at Mount Norris Scout Reservation.

Ice-skating tips for every rink
The Gear Guy has winter adventurers’ backs as he shares tips for staying safe and upright on the ice, both in human-made rinks and on frozen bodies of water.
The Nature Crew takes on the woodpecker

A feathered friend with a powerful peck (and a shockingly long tongue – you’ll have to read the magazine to believe it) takes the spotlight this month. Learn how woodpeckers find food, build homes and play a vital role in the ecosystem.
Vintage treasures from the Boys’ Life vault
Before they’re gone for good, grab a piece of Boys’ Life history! The December issue loops you in on how to score rare memorabilia available for a limited time.
How to preserve a snowflake

Got snow? Don’t let it go the way of Frosty the Snowman (sorry you melted, big guy)! Follow this month’s how-to guide to capture a snowflake’s delicate design forever.
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