Scouting Tips Archives - Aaron On Scouting

Looking for a new podcast? Try the #CubChatLive audio stream for Cub Scout leaders

September 13, 2023 0

Becoming a better Cub Scout leader just got easier. Do you drive to work? Hit the treadmill? Enjoy a morning cycle? How about a mid-afternoon hammock eye-resting sesh (we’re looking at you, work-from-home readers)? These

Mark your calendars for Scouting events, including religious observances

August 15, 2023 3

As you plan your unit’s upcoming year, you might want to mark down annual celebrations and events.

2023 National Outdoor Conference: Outdoor training is calling (and you must go!)

June 20, 2023 1

Get outside. Learn something. Put new and old skills to the test. Have fun. They sound simple, but these aims at the core of Scouting hinge on something: well-trained leaders at all levels. Even better,

NFL strength coach receives NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at Americanism Breakfast

June 1, 2023 0

Monty Gibson, strength and conditioning coach for the Cleveland Browns, brought the Americanism Breakfast crowd of Scouters to their feet this morning. But not before he brought his Scouting journey to a new summit as

Duty to God Breakfast affirms Scouting’s foundations are strong

May 31, 2023 3

“The BSA’s oath still means something.” United Methodist Church Bishop Robin Dease followed this statement with a recitation of the Scout Oath. When she reached the line, “… I will do my best to do

National Annual Meeting 2023: What it’s all about and how Scouting is moving forward

May 30, 2023 14

Why are hundreds of Scouting’s worldwide volunteers and professionals gathered in Atlanta this week? The excitement brimming from Scouters — some new, and many who haven’t seen each other in person in years — makes

Take the next step at NYLT Leadership Academy this summer

April 20, 2023 0

The academy, established in 2006, trains hundreds of NYLT graduates to teach leadership models and skills to others.

Hiking Philmont during a break at the "Finding your seat at the Scouting table" training course

BSA leadership welcomes all: We’re saving a seat for YOU at the Scouting table

March 28, 2023 5

“To make Scouting vibrant and sustainable in the future, we must shift our culture to see the leadership contributions of women at every level of BSA as essential to the successful future of the movement.”

2022 merit badge rankings: A new chart-topper emerges

February 28, 2023 13

Let’s take a look at what changed, what stayed the same and what took the prize as our most highly earned merit badge of last year.

Everything you need to know about working at a high-adventure base or BSA camp

February 21, 2023 2

Each summer, thousands of seasonal staff bring outdoor adventure to life for Scouts from across the world. Ever wondered who makes up this staff?