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10 tips for helping Scouts balance fun and advancement at summer camp

May 14, 2013 10

At summer camp, what’s more important for Scouts, advancement or fun? Trick question. Scouts who attend the best summer camps and have effective Scout leaders guiding them don’t have to choose. For these Scouts, advancement

Chill out! Philmont’s open in the winter, too

October 26, 2012 0

One night in a snow shelter, and you’ll be hooked. I’m speaking from experience. In 2000, I attended Kanik, Philmont’s winter offering, with Troop 1776. The crisp morning air, the snow-covered mountains, and good friends

How do you know if a campfire skit or song is “Scout-appropriate”?

October 12, 2012 74

Just when you thought the Friday night campfire was going smoothly, the Eagle patrol had to do that skit. You know, the one with salty language, an inappropriate ethnic joke, or sexual innuendo? Now you, the

25 ways Scouters can make the most out of summer camp

July 5, 2012 79

How does a Scoutmaster or assistant Scoutmaster make the most of his or her week at camp? Here are 25 tips all Scouters should read.

This summer, make safety on the water your top priority

June 25, 2012 3

Most of my best memories from summer camp involved the water. Where else but Camp Cherokee’s epic waterfront could I swim, canoe with my friends, or sit on a massive airbag called “the blob” and

Photo Fridays: Great Moments at Summer Camp (39 photos)

June 8, 2012 6

To be honest, this week’s Photo Friday topic — Great Moments at Summer Camp — is a little redundant. After all, it’s hard to find any moment at summer camp that isn’t great. I speak

Ask the Expert: Interpreting Camping merit badge Requirement 9a

June 7, 2012 197

When it comes to life-changing experiences, there’s no substitute for camping. And when it comes to the Eagle-required Camping merit badge, there’s no substitute for Requirement 9A. It reads as follows: 9. Show experience in camping

During National Park Week, the great outdoors becomes even greater

April 20, 2012 2

What’s the only thing better than visiting a national park with Scouts? Taking that same trip for free. That’s the beauty of National Park Week, held this year from April 21-29. For these nine glorious days

Which freeze-dried meals taste best?

February 1, 2012 4

Hungry after a long day of hiking, paddling, or snowshoeing with your Scouts? Three little words can save the day: “Just add water.” The beauty of freeze-dried meals comes in their simplicity: Boil water, add