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Philmont Scout Ranch

STEM Trek turns Philmont into the coolest science lab ever

February 2, 2015 3

The STEM Trek blends Philmont’s famous backcountry programs with STEM-focused activities sure to inspire, educate and entertain Scouts and Venturers.

Scouting in the News

Scouts, Venturers give a 3-D-printed hand to kids in need

January 28, 2015 8

Scouts and Venturers in Baltimore are making 3-D-printed hands to send to refugees and others in need around the world.

STEM

A STEM holiday gift guide

December 5, 2014 7

Finding the perfect gift for your brainy, science-loving Scout or Venturer isn’t easy. Fortunately, there’s help with our STEM holiday gift guide.

Cub Scouting

The Webelos Scout Supernova Award: A can’t-miss guide

November 12, 2014 16

You don’t have to reformat your entire meeting plan to help your boys earn the Webelos Scout Supernova Award. Here’s how.

Scouting Tips

Why every Scout unit needs a STEM Coordinator

September 23, 2014 25

The Unit STEM Coordinator, an adult position, is the point of contact for all Scouts in the unit and helps promote and deliver STEM programs to Scouts.

STEM

Remember STEM as you craft your unit’s Annual Program Plan

August 27, 2014 28

Richard Stone won’t rest until every Scout unit includes STEM elements in its regular monthly program. But he doesn’t think you should have to wedge STEM in with a crowbar. Instead, the education and training leader of the

Merit Badges

How you can be a Nova counselor

August 7, 2014 15

By becoming a Nova counselor, you’ll introduce Scouts to the basic principles of STEM and help them discover how fun and fascinating STEM can be.

Cub Scouting

Include STEM activities in your pack or troop’s summer fun

July 10, 2014 5

There is STEM (science, technology, engineering, math ) in nearly all summer outdoor activities you enjoy with your Scouts. Let’s find it. Let’s explore it.

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