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Articles by Michael Freeman

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Michael Freeman, an Eagle Scout, is an associate editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines.
Camp Hacks

How to make kitchen patrol, or KP, a little less onerous

October 24, 2017 7

It’s every Scout’s least favorite task on the duty roster, but cleaning dishes does not have to turn into a necessary evil. 

Eagle Scout

Trading in a coffee-stained uniform for an OA Vigil Honor sash

October 17, 2017 12

The Chicago native, who celebrated his 96th birthday last week, is one of the oldest Scouters in the nation to have ever received the OA Vigil Honor.

National Jamboree

Get your 2017 National Jamboree questions answered live

June 27, 2016 7

At 7 p.m./6 p.m. Central on June 28, tune in to a Livestream answering all of your questions about the 2017 National Jamboree. Don’t miss it!

Where Am I?

2014 September-October ‘Where Am I?’ winner, location revealed

November 21, 2014 0

See if you guessed correct in our latest geography quiz. Plus, test your knowledge in the newest edition to this challenging contest.

Memorabilia

Four Eagle Scouts share one thing in common: a pair of Scout pants

October 2, 2014 13

The Vernon family Eagle Scouts share more than a rank in common: each family member dons a special pair of pants at his Eagle ceremony.

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.

Scouting in the News

BSA announces partnership with ATV manufacturer Polaris

March 27, 2014 38

All-terrain vehicles combine dirt and a motor — what’s a Scout or Venturer not to like? Recognizing this winning mix, the BSA launched council-level ATV programs at camps across the country. And today, Polaris —

Awards

Eagles: Apply now for 2013 NESA scholarships

October 4, 2012 7

Do you know an Eagle (or soon-to-be Eagle) who is graduating high school and entering college in 2013? The time has arrived for Eagle Scouts to apply for 2013 National Eagle Scout Association scholarships. First, see

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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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Michael Freeman, an Eagle Scout, is an associate editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines.


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