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The colorful connection between the BSA and Dennis the Menace

February 25, 2021 2

Scouts shouldn’t be menaces to their neighbors, but according to one cartoon, one got into his fair share of trouble.

Let’s give an Emmy to this pack’s broadcast-quality virtual Pinewood Derby race

February 17, 2021 0

With graphics, multiple camera angles and play-by-play commentary, Pack 7 shows how to ramp up your virtual Pinewood Derby.

She created a geocaching trail that links together 14 Eagle Scout service projects

February 12, 2021 5

Sarina created an Eagle Scout geocaching trail that links together 14 projects throughout the community of Winston-Salem, N.C.

Achievement unlocked: How to organize a videogame tournament for your Scouts

January 29, 2021 5

At Troop 12’s inaugural videogame tournament, Scouts strengthened friendships, showed off their creativity and had a ton of fun.

Gather these supplies and tune in to the Great Science #TrekAt2 on January 25

January 20, 2021 1

Next week, Scout Life and #TrekAt2 are going all in on a science experiment you and your kids can do at home along with the show.

Five fun Scouting games for your next online Cub Scout meeting

December 4, 2020 2

As the pandemic wears on, here are five games that might enliven your next virtual Cub Scout den or pack meeting.

Top 5 merit badges to help you create handmade gifts for family and friends

November 23, 2020 1

Before you hit up Etsy or eBay, consult this list of merit badges that will help you create handmade gifts for family and friends.

Top 5 merit badges to help you celebrate Halloween at home

October 9, 2020 4

Allow us to suggest a Scouty addition to your spooky season schedule: earn one of these five merit badges during the month of October.

Register now for the Jamboree-on-the-Air/Jamboree-on-the-Internet

October 6, 2020 0

If you’ve never experienced the digital or amateur radio events before, this might be the perfect time to attend, especially with many of us Scouting at home.

The 2020 Beagle Scout ornament, “Portaging Pals.” Image courtesy of Hallmark Cards Inc.

Meet the artist behind beloved Hallmark ornaments featuring Scoutmaster Snoopy

October 2, 2020 5

With its Beagle Scout ornaments, Hallmark has found a fun way to showcase the kind of unforgettable adventures families enjoy in Scouting.