Scouting Tips Archives - Bryan on Scouting

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.

To girls considering Scouts BSA, she says: ‘Don’t be afraid to do something that will change your life’

February 8, 2021 4

Jenna shares what she learned as a Scout, how we can recruit more young people and what she’d tell other girls about Scouting.

Making a birdhouse / bird feeder while wearing face coverings / masks

Get inspired by this never-ending list of virtual den meeting ideas!

February 2, 2021 1

Check out the list of meeting ideas and comment with your own ideas for leaders looking to keep their Cub Scouts engaged and learning.

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.

Friends across the pond: Florida Scouts become video pen pals with Scouts from England

January 27, 2021 1

Instead of swapping letters that take weeks to travel the 4,400-mile span, these Scouting pen pals exchange videos that arrive in seconds.

20 ideas for unique Eagle Scout service project beneficiaries

January 20, 2021 9

Having trouble coming up with the perfect Eagle project idea? Start with this list of unique Eagle project beneficiaries.

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.

Everything you need to know about Scout Sunday 2021, Scout Sabbath 2021 and Scout Jumuah 2021

January 8, 2021 4

Through a trio of faith-based celebrations known as Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah, young people give back to the chartered organizations that give them so much.

A Scout asked, ‘What makes a good leader?’ Your responses are legendary

January 1, 2021 12

“What makes someone a good leader for Scouting and other activities?” We opened up Facebook and asked the Scouting magazine community.

NASA specialist shares why she’s a Space Exploration merit badge counselor

December 30, 2020 1

“I’ve had a front-row seat during significant moments in space exploration history,” Rachel Brachman says. “I love sharing what I’ve learned.”