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[ August 17, 2018 ] ‘Scouting brought him back to us!’ say parents of boy with anxiety, autism Inspirational Stories
[ August 16, 2018 ] Help! This mom wants ideas for what to do with her son’s ‘mini stockpile’ of patches Awards
[ August 15, 2018 ] From knots to explosives awareness, Scouters in NATO guide Afghan Scouts Inspirational Stories
[ August 14, 2018 ] Female Webelos proves boys, girls have more in common than you might think Scouting in the News
[ August 13, 2018 ] In ‘SOS: How to Survive’ on The Weather Channel, Eagle Scout shares camp hacks that could save your life Camp Hacks

It’s good horse sense to review guidelines before yelling ‘Giddy-up!’

July 17, 2018 4

Before you saddle up, it’s important to know what you and your Scouts should be doing on horseback.

Congrats to the second winner of our Scouting Safety Quiz

May 8, 2018 0

More than 800 people tested their food safety knowledge in our March-April Scouting Safety Quiz. We selected one at random to win a $100 Scout Shop gift card.

Why are Scouts and Venturers required to wear helmets when rock climbing?

April 12, 2018 4

I was surprised to learn the reason why we wear helmets when rock climbing goes beyond merely cushioning your cranium in a fall.

8 simple ways to be a safer driver when transporting Scouts and Venturers

April 4, 2018 6

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. That makes now the ideal time to share eight ways to be a safer driver when transporting Scouts.

Congrats to the first winner of our Scouting Safety Quiz

March 13, 2018 2

More than 770 people entered our inaugural magazine quiz. Find out who won and how everyone scored.

Nap on Safely: 5 steps toward achieving the optimal camp snooze

March 12, 2018 17

A 26-minute afternoon nap, enjoyed some time between the hours of 1 and 3 p.m., can make you more alert, healthier and less stressed.

Buddy check! The importance of getting a friend wherever you go

November 7, 2017 22

Do Scouts really need to get a friend for a quick trip to the latrine or when they meet with a merit badge counselor? Simply put, yes.

Is your unit’s fire extinguisher part of the Kidde recall?

November 6, 2017 16

Scout leaders should check their unit meeting site, troop trailers, trunks and garages today to see whether their Kidde fire extinguisher is included.

Let’s be blunt about pocket knife safety

October 10, 2017 42

A sharp blade can be a useful tool when setting up camp, fishing or cooking. It can also be dangerous when used carelessly.

3 fall-rific (and 1 not-so-great) uses for pumpkins at Scout meetings and events

October 6, 2017 41

Ah, pumpkins. Nature’s most fruitful fall fruit. Carve them, eat them or spice them. Just don’t fling them through the air.