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The big difference between Cub Scout advancement and Scouts BSA advancement

January 21, 2019 27

Rank advancement in Cub Scouts is not like rank advancement in Scouts BSA. In Cub Scouts, it’s grade- or age-based. In Scouts BSA, the youth hold the reins.

The cover of the two-volume Braille edition of the Wolf Handbook.

Cub Scout handbooks are now available in Braille versions

January 16, 2019 7

Thanks to Braille versions of the four Cub Scout handbooks — Tiger, Wolf, Bear and Webelos — all Cub Scouts can follow the journey.

Let’s break out of the ‘recruiting season’ and welcome new Cub Scouts this winter

January 7, 2019 24

Even though the traditional fall recruiting season has ended, it’s crucial to continue working on recruiting boys and girls into your pack.

Let’s craft some great decorations for your next banquet or court of honor

December 18, 2018 1

Want the decor at your next banquet to really stand out, but you’re on a tight budget? We’re here to help.

Next big thing in Pinewood Derby racing: black lights and glow-in-the-dark cars

December 17, 2018 0

The BSA’s Scout shop has introduced a new line of decals and wheels that look good in normal lighting but get even cooler when you add a black light.

Southern California wildfire forces Cub Scout pack to take extended camping trip

December 13, 2018 0

After the Woolsey Fire ignited nearby, the Western Los Angeles County Council pack converted an already-planned campout into an evacuation.

8 essential tips for controlling chaos at Cub Scout pack or den meetings

December 10, 2018 10

How can Cubmasters, assistant Cubmasters and den leaders manage that chaos while still allowing their Cub Scouts to have fun? Kimberly Cook is here to help.

Cub Scout springs into action — twice — to save family members’ lives

November 20, 2018 2

Stories of Scouts saving others aren’t uncommon. But, how often do you hear about a Scout saving two people’s lives on separate occasions…in the same year?

Why this Cub Scout den does a service project once a month, every month

November 19, 2018 2

They call it Service Saturdays. On one Saturday morning each month, the members of the Bear den of Montana Pack 41 (and their parents) gather to give back.

Should you end your Scout meeting on a fun note or a reflective one?

October 23, 2018 12

Let us know what your unit does to close out each meeting.