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Tuesday Talkbacks

Eagle Scout

How often should your troop have Eagle Scout courts of honor?

November 19, 2019 44

How does your troop like to host these ceremonies? Individually or in a group? 

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Commentary

Did you remember to do your daily Good Turn today?

November 12, 2019 3

As the season of service ramps up, I like to politely remind people that Scouts do this kind of thing 12 months out of the year. It’s kind of our slogan.

Tuesday Talkbacks

How do you increase visibility within your chartered organization?

August 20, 2019 12

How do you get the word out about Scouting to your chartered organization? How do you find ways to recruit within your chartered organization?

Tuesday Talkbacks

How did your father influence your love for the outdoors?

June 4, 2019 18

With Father’s Day this month, we invite you to reflect how your father influenced you. Did he introduce you to Scouting or activities that Scouts often enjoy?

Advancement

What’s your go-to indoor game for Scouting meetings?

April 30, 2019 12

It’s raining outside, ruining plans for an outdoor game. What can you play indoors?

Camping

When do you cancel an event because of weather?

April 16, 2019 40

What conditions give you pause when looking at the forecast?

Commentary

When do you remove ‘Eagle Scout’ from your resume?

February 26, 2019 152

Earning the Eagle Scout Award is an awesome accomplishment, one any Scout would be proud to proclaim. But how long should you highlight it?

Fundraising

Can Scouters raise funds for themselves using individual accounts?

January 29, 2019 15

A parent wants to go to camp with his Scout, but money has been tight for the family lately. Is this solution a proper way to fund their way for the trip?

Scouting Tips

Do you plan indoor fun (hiking included) during the winter?

November 27, 2018 17

Winter can offer lots of fun outdoor activities, but sometimes, the weather can feel so frigid you might be tempted to plan some of your Scouting activities indoors.

Advancement

Youth elections aren’t immune to drama

November 6, 2018 57

A patrol leader is consistently being reelected, leaving another Scout exasperated with the results. Let’s discuss what can be done to help.

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Aaron Derr

Aaron Derr is the senior editor of Aaron on Scouting and Scout Life magazine, and also a former Cubmaster and Scouts BSA volunteer.


Michael Freeman

Michael Freeman, an Eagle Scout, is an associate editor of Scout Life and Scouting magazines.


Bryan Wendell

Bryan Wendell, an Eagle Scout, is the founder of Bryan on Scouting (now Aaron on Scouting).

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