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The Teaching EDGE: The best way to teach someone a new skill

May 5, 2017 10

When teaching someone a new skill — be it splinting a broken arm or making s’mores — the Teaching EDGE method is the best method.

The big difference between Cub Scout advancement and Boy Scout advancement

May 3, 2017 19

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

Cub Scout day camp and twilight camp: 14 perfect planning tips

April 11, 2017 12

You can make Cub Scout day camp or twilight camp a fun and memorable learning experience for everyone involved. All you need to do is Be Prepared.

How to create a budget for your pack, troop or crew

April 5, 2017 8

Creating a budget for your pack, troop, team, post, ship or crew is an essential part of every well-managed, well-financed unit.

All about ILST: the Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops

February 7, 2017 26

Upon completion of the Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST), the Scout is qualified to wear the “Trained” emblem on his uniform.

Which Scout sign and salute do I use?

January 23, 2017 47

Used when reciting the Scout Oath and Scout Law — or when you want to quiet a room quickly — the Scout sign is an important part of all BSA programs.

Inside the Scouter Code of Conduct, a critical checklist for adult volunteers

January 13, 2017 89

It’s called the Scouter Code of Conduct. Think of it like a checklist of expectations for adult conduct in the Scouting program.

What is Journey to Excellence, and why should you care?

December 1, 2016 19

Journey to Excellence, or JTE, is a self-evaluation tool that lets unit leaders see, quantitatively how well their unit is meeting the goals of Scouting.

The Boy Scout board of review, a guide to getting started

November 3, 2016 74

The board of review lets adults talk with the Scout about what he’s done, what he’s learned, how has it helped him and how he likes the program.

Step by step: How to be a merit badge counselor

October 6, 2016 23

The merit badge counselor is one of the coolest jobs in Scouting. It also could be one of the most meaningful. Here’s how to do it right.